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Advanced Recording

Auto Focus / Manual Focus

The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam>

a

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In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it enables

 

you to concentrate on the creative side of your recording.

 

Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make

 

automatic focusing difficult or unreliable.

c

The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function can be set in the QUICK MENU.

 

Auto Focus

If you are inexperienced in the use of Camcorders, we recommend that you

b

d

make use of Auto Focus.

Manual Focus

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0:00:10

BLC

Off

60min

In the following situations, you may obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually.

a. A picture containing several objects, some close to the Camcorder, others further away. b. A person enveloped in fog or surrounded by snow.

c. Very shiny or glossy surfaces like a car.

d. People or objects moving constantly or quickly like an athlete or a crowd.

1.

Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA].

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2.

Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE] or [CARD]. (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only)

 

3.

Press the [Q.MENU] button.

 

 

Quick menu list will appear.

 

4.

Press the [/ ] button to select <Focus>, then press the [OK] button.

 

5.

Press the [/ ] button to select <Manual>, then press the [OK] button.

 

6.

To exit, press the [Q.MENU] button.

 

7.

The [MF] icon and the [MF/AF] status bar will be displayed on the LCD screen.

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Press the [/ ] button to adjust the focus.

 

[ Note ]

Manual Focus is not available in the EASY.Q mode.

DIS

 

 

Program AE

 

 

White Balance

 

 

Shutter

 

 

Exposure

 

 

Focus

 

 

Q.MENU Exit

 

 

STBY

SP

0:00:10

BLC

 

60min

DIS

 

 

Program AE

White Balance

Shutter

Exposure

FocusManual

Q.MENU Exit

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