Recording a picture

Note

When using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode, the viewfinder automatically turns off.

When you use the LCD screen outdoors in direct sunlight

The LCD screen may be difficult to see. If this happens, we recommend that you use the viewfinder.

Picture in the mirror mode

The picture on the LCD is a mirror-image. However, the picture will be normal when recorded.

During recording in the mirror mode

DATE and TIME on your camcorder do not work.

Indicators in the mirror mode

•The STBY indicator appears as Xzand REC as z. Some of the other indicators appear mirror-reversed and others are not displayed.

•The date appears mirror-reversed when the auto date function is working. However, the date will be normal when recorded.

Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen

Adjust the brightness of the LCD screen with LCD BRIGHT in in the menu settings.

L CD S E T

L CD B R I GH T

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MENU

LCD screen backlight

You can adjust the brightness of the backlight. Select LCD B.L. in the menu settings (p. 53).

Even if you adjust the LCD screen backlight

The recorded picture will not be affected.

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