Canon LEGRIA HF G60, Instruction Manual

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Preparing the Camcorder
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Preparing the Camcorder
This section covers basic preparations for the camcorder such as attaching the lens hood, adjusting the
viewfinder and LCD screen, and adjusting the grip belt.
IMPORTANT
• Be careful not to drop the camcorder when attaching, removing or adjusting the various accessories. Using a
table or other stable surface is recommended.
Attaching the Lens Hood
While recording, the supplied lens hood with lens barrier is
effective for reducing stray light that can be the cause of lens
flare and ghost images. Additionally, closing the lens barrier
can help prevent fingerprints and dirt accumulation on the
lens.
1 Remove the len s cap.
2 Align the groove on the len s hood with the index
mar k on the top of the len s (
햲
), and then turn the
len s hood cloc k wi s e until it s top s with a clic k
(
햳
)
.
• Be careful not to deform the lens hood.
• Make sure that the lens hood is aligned with the thread.
To remove the len s hood
1 Pre ss and hold the len s hood relea s e button and turn
the len s hood countercloc k wi s e.
2 Place the len s cap bac k on the len s .
NOTES
About the lens cap:
• Use the supplied lens cap when carrying the camcorder or storing it after use.
• The lens cap and lens hood cannot be used simultaneously. To attach the lens hood, remove the lens cap in
advance.
햲
햳
Lens hood release
button