Sony DSR-PD100A User Manual

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Basic operations
Notes on the LCD panel
• When closing the LCD panel, turn it vertically until it clicks [a].
• When turning the LCD panel, turn it always vertically; otherwise, the camcorder body may
be damaged or the LCD panel may not close properly [b].
• Close the LCD panel completely when not in use.
• Do not push nor touch the LCD panel while operating the camcorder.
• You may find it difficult to view the LCD screen due to glare when using the camcorder
outdoors.
Letting the subject monitor the shot
You can turn the LCD panel over so that it faces the other way and you can let the subject
monitor the shot while shooting with the viewfinder.
Turn the LCD panel up vertically. When you turn the LCD panel 180 degrees, the 
indicator appears on the LCD screen (mirror mode) and the time code and remaining tape
indicators disappear.
You can also use the Remote Commander.
To cancel mirror mode
Turn the LCD panel down toward the camcorder body.
Camera recording
[a]
[b]