Using the LCD Monitor
You can use the LCD monitor to play back recordings that you have made or to watch the subject during recording. You can also use the LCD monitor to perform convenient touchscreen operations.
POWER switch
� You can also fold the LCD monitor into the camcorder with the screen facing out for watching playback on the monitor.
Preparation
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LCD monitor
Hold down the Lock button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.
� A picture is displayed on the LCD monitor. Lock button
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Press the LCD monitor OPEN release in the direction of the arrow (1), and open the LCD monitor to a 90° angle to the camcorder body (2).
LCD monitor OPEN release
Notes: � Battery consumption is larger when the LCD monitor is open. Use the viewfinder instead of the LCD monitor when you want to save battery power. � Use the viewfinder if the LCD screen becomes difficult to see under bright daylight.
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Closing the LCD monitor
Return the LCD monitor to the vertical 90° position with the screen facing in, and fold it into the camcorder until it clicks into place.
Cautions: � Do not use excessive force when moving the LCD monitor. � When closing the LCD monitor, do not tilt it; otherwise the monitor may not close properly and may become damaged. � Do not pick up the camcorder by the LCD monitor. � Do not place the camcorder with the LCD screen facing down. � When touching the LCD screen for touchscreen operations, do not press too strongly on the screen. Do not use a hard object such as a pen. This may damage the screen. Notes: � When operating the on-screen buttons on the LCD screen, do not touch more than one onscreen button at the same time. � Close the LCD monitor completely with the screen facing in when not in use.
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Adjust the LCD monitor to an angle that allows easy viewing of the on-screen picture.
� The LCD monitor rotates 270° vertically. 180 90
Caution: Do not try to rotate the LCD monitor vertically until the monitor is completely opened.
