Step 4: Preparing for recording
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2).
190 degrees to the
290 degrees camcorder (max.)
DISP/BATT INFO
2180 degrees (max.)
To turn off the LCD backlight to make the battery last longerPress and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few
seconds until appears.
This setting is practical when you use your camcorder in bright conditions or you want to save battery power. The recorded image will not be affected by the setting. To turn on the LCD backlight, press and hold DISP/ BATT INFO for a few seconds until disappears.
bNotes
•Do not press the buttons on the LCD frame when you open or adjust the LCD panel.
zTips
•If you open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder, then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side, you can close the LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out. This is convenient during playback operations.
•On the HOME MENU, touch (SETTINGS) t [SOUND/DISP SET] t [LCD BRIGHT] (p. 72) to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen.
•The information is displayed or hidden (display y no display) each time you press DISP BATT/INFO.
ViewfinderYou can view images using the viewfinder to avoid wearing down the battery, or when the image seen on the LCD screen is poor.
Viewfinder
Viewfinder lens adjustment lever Move it until the image becomes clear.
zTips
•You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder
backlight by selecting (SETTINGS) t [SOUND/DISP SET] t [VF B.LIGHT] on the HOME MENU (p. 73).
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