Adjusting the Lens
Adjusting the Iris Sensitivity

You usually need not adjust the iris sensitivity because lenses are equipped with iris sensitivity adjustment function.

In auto iris mode, if hunting or response delay happens, adjust the iris sensitivity using the iris sensitivity trimmer.

Iris sensitivity trimmer (S or IRIS GAIN is indicated.)

You can see the iris sensitivity trimmer when removing the gum cap on the front of the lens driving unit. Use a mini-screwdriver to turn the trimmer. If you turn it clockwise, the sensitivity increases, and if you turn it counterclockwise, the sensitivity decreases. It is recommended that you confirm the iris sensitivity after replacing the lens.

For more information, refer to the operating instructions for the lens (or consult the lens maker).

Macrophotography

Use the macro function when the subject is less than about 1.1 m (4 feet) (for the VCL-714BXA) from the front of the lens. It is possible to shoot close-ups down to a range of 10 mm (wide angle, f = 7.5 mm).

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MACRO

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ZOOM

 

 

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1 Bring the lens up to the subject so that the image is the required size.

2 Move the focusing ring to the closest focus position.

3 Slide the MACRO button toward the rear of the camcorder, and turn the MACRO ring fully in the direction shown by the arrow.

4 Move the ZOOM selector to the M position, and turn the manual zoom control to focus the image.

Ending close-up shooting

Return the MACRO ring to its original position (turn fully in the opposite direction to the arrow in the figure).

Reducing the size of the image

After completing steps 1 to 4 above, if you wish to reduce the size of the image, turn the MACRO ring back slightly, then use the manual zoom control again to focus the image.

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Chapter 5 Adjustments and Settings

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