25E Masteringthe BasicsUsing the LCD ScreenPress the LCD panel OPEN buttonand open the panel by pulling itaway from the camcorder. Thisautomatically switches the LCDscreen on and the viewfinder off.Close the LCD panel until it clickssecurely closed. When you close theLCD panel, the LCD screenautomatically switches off and theviewfinder switches back on.Opening and Closing the LCD ScreenYou can choose the angle of thescreen that suits you best byopening and rotating the screen.You can also rotate the LCD screenso that it faces in the direction ofthe lens ( 27).Changing the Angle of the LCD ScreenYou can also push the panel flatagainst the camcorder until it is flushwith the side, with the screen facingoutwards.90°180°90°90°Notes:• Avoid touching the LCD screen when moving the LCD panel.• Do not hold the camcorder by the LCD panel or the viewfinder.• Make sure to open the LCD panel at 90° before attempting to rotate it.• Always rotate the LCD panel vertically into place before closing it orpushing it flat against the side of the camcorder.• Always fully close the LCD panel until it clicks securely.• Be careful not to leave the LCD, viewfinder or lens exposed to directsunlight outdoors or through a window. Doing so could cause damage.
