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Auto Focus / Manual Focus
The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works in both Camera Mode and
M.Cam Mode. page 26
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.

Auto Focus

If you are inexperienced in the use of DVD Camcorders, we recommend
that you use Auto Focus.

Manual Focus

In the following situations, you may obtain better results by adjusting the
focus manually.
a.
A picture containing several objects, some close to the DVD 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 [Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)
2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)].
3. Press the [MF/AF] button.
The manual focus icon ( ) will blink.
4. Focus with the [VOL-] and [VOL+] buttons.
Pressing the [VOL-] button will focus on the foreground image while pressing the [VOL+]
button will focus on the background image.
5. To exit, press the [MF/AF] button.
Note
Manual Focus is not available in the EASY.Q mode.
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