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HDVF-20A viewfinder (optional)

 

 

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aPlug

Connect to the VF connector on the camcorder.

bStopper

Prevents the viewfinder from coming off the camcorder when it is slid from side to side.

cCamera operator tally indicator

Lights up while camcorder is recording. This indicator can be covered when not in use.

This indicator also flashes to indicate warnings, in the same manner as the tally indicator and the REC indicator in the viewfinder.

dEyecup

eIndicators and status display

For details, see “Status display on the viewfinder screen” on page 31.

fDiopter adjustment ring

Allows for optimal focus adjustment.

gTally indicator

Lights up while camcorder is recording. Set the TALLY switch to OFF when not in use. The brightness can also be adjusted with the TALLY switch.

This indicator also flashes to indicate warnings, in the same manner as the camera operator tally indicator and the REC indicator in the viewfinder.

hPEAKING control

Turning this control clockwise adjusts the picture sharpness, and makes focusing easier. This control has no effect on the output signals of the camcorder.

iCONTRAST control

Adjusts the contrast of the screen. This control has no effect on the output signals of the camcorder.

jBRIGHT control

Adjusts the brightness of the screen. This control has no effect on the output signals of the camcorder.

kTALLY switch

Controls the tally indicator located on the front of the viewfinder.

HIGH: The tally indicator brightness is set to high.

OFF: The tally indicator is disabled.

LOW: The tally indicator brightness is set to low.

lZEBRA (zebra pattern) switch

Controls the zebra pattern display on the viewfinder screen as follows.

ON: A zebra pattern appears and stays.

OFF: The zebra pattern disappears.

MOMENT: A zebra pattern appears and stays for about five seconds.

mDISPLAY/ASPECT switch

Turns the marker indication on and off, and switches between 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios for viewfinder screen display.

DISPLAY: When the marker indication is enabled with the camcorder, the marker indication on the viewfinder screen turns on and off every time you push the switch up to this position.

ASPECT: Each push of the switch down to this position toggles the mask display on and off. (Make mask display settings on the MARKER 1 page of the OPERATION menu (see page 132).)

30Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls