26EMasteringthe BasicsUsing the LCD ScreenSlide the LCD panel OPEN button andopen the panel by pulling it away fromthe camcorder. This automaticallyswitches the LCD screen on and theviewfinder off. To close the LCDpanel, press the upper right corner untilit clicks securely closed. When youclose the LCD panel, the LCD screenautomatically switches off and theviewfinder switches back on.Opening and closing the LCD screenYou can choose the angle of the screenthat suits you best by opening androtating the screen, also you can rotatethe LCD screen so that faces in thedirection of the lens ( 28).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°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 you open the LCD panel at 90°, before attempting to rotate it.
