Sony DCR-HC30/HC40 User Manual

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Recording

Using zoom

When the CAMERA-TAPE mode is
selected, you can choose zoom to
magnification levels greater than 10 times,
and from that point activate the digital zoom
([DIGITAL ZOOM], p. 68).
Occasional use of the zoom is effective, but
use it sparingly for best results.

Move the power zoom lever slightly for a
slower zoom. Move it further for a faster
zoom.

To record wider range of view

Move the power zoom lever towards W.
The subject appears farther away (Wide
angle).

To record closer view

Move the power zoom lever towards T.
The subject appears closer (Telephoto).

Recording in mirror mode

You can turn the LCD panel towards the
subject so that you and your subject can share
the image being recorded. You can also
utilize this function when recording yourself,
to keep the attention of small children
attracted to the camcorder while you record
them.

Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the
camcorder, then rotate it 180 degrees
towards the subject.

A mirror-image of the subject appears on the
LCD screen, but the picture will be normal
when recorded.

1 cm (approx. 1/2 inch)*

80 cm (approx. 2 5/8 feet)*

* The minimum distance required between your

camcorder and the subject to get a sharp focus in
that position of the lever.

Extend the viewfinder.

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