Sony TRV312 Camcorder User Manual


 
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Basic operations
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For hand-held shots, youll get better results by holding the camcorder according to
the following suggestions:
Hold the camcorder firmly and secure it with the grip strap so that you can easily
manipulate the controls with your thumb.
Place your right elbow against your side.
Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it.
Place your eye firmly against the viewfinder eyecup.
Use the viewfinder frame as a guide to determine the horizontal plane.
You can record in a low position to get an interesting recording angle. Lift the
viewfinder up for recording from a low position [a].
You can also record in a low position or even in a high position using the LCD panel
[b].
Place the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripod
Try placing the camcorder on a table top or any other flat surface of suitable height. If
you have a tripod for a still camera, you can also use it with the camcorder. When
attaching a non-Sony tripod, make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than
9/32 inches (6.5 mm). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw
may damage the camcorder.
Hints for better shooting
[a]
[b]