32Masteringthe BasicsEUsing the LCD Screen1. Push the OPEN button at the LCDpanel and open the LCD panel.The LCD screen switches on and theviewfinder switches off.2. Rotate the LCD panel and choose theangle of the screen.You can rotate the LCD panel so that thescreen faces in the same direction as the lens( 33), or push it flat against the camcorder with the screen facing outward.3. Close the LCD panel after use.• Close the LCD panel firmly until it clicks.• The LCD screen switches off and theviewfinder switches on.❍ Make sure to open the LCD panel at 90 degrees before rotating it.❍ Rotate the LCD panel in the vertical position before closing the LCD panel.❍ When recording outdoors or through a window, do not leave the LCD screen,viewfinder or lens exposed to direct sunlight as it may cause damage.❍ Do not hold the camcorder by the LCD panel or the viewfinder.❍ Bright light or reflected light may cause a vertical light bar to appear on thescreen. This is not a malfunction.❍ Bright light may make it difficult to use the LCD screen. In such case, use theviewfinder instead.
