5ZEBRA (zebra pattern) switch

This switch controls the zebra pattern on the viewfinder screen. ON: The zebra pattern is displayed and stays.

2 OFF: No zebra pattern is displayed.

MOMENT: The zebra pattern is displayed and stays for a few seconds.

The zebra pattern display is factory set to indicate picture areas where the video level is approximately 70 IRE (for the DVW-707/ 709WS/790WS) or 490 mV (for the DVW-707P/709WSP/ 790WSP).

It is possible to display an additional pattern, indicating areas of 100 IRE (for the DVW-707/709WS/790WS) and above, or 700 mV (for the DVW-707P/709WSP/790WSP) and above. The video levels to be indicated with these patterns can be changed.

For more information, refer to “maintenance manual.”

6Diopter adjustment ring

Use this ring to adjust the viewfinder image for your vision.

7Viewfinder left-right positioning ring Use this ring to move the viewfinder sideways.

8Viewfinder front-rear positioning lever

Use this lever to move the viewfinder forward or backward.

9Cameraman tally indicator

This indicator lights while the camcorder is operating.

Slide the window open when you shoot, keeping your eye away from the viewfinder.

0Viewfinder stopper

Pull this stopper up to detach the viewfinder from the camera.

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