Canon HV20 HV20 Instruction Manual - Page 28
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28 Recording IMPORTANT Avoid the following actions while the card access display ( ) appears on screen and when the CARD access indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not open the memory card slot cover and do not remove the memory card. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not change the position of the / switch or the operating mode. 10x Optical Zoom Move the zoom lever toward W to zoom out (wide-angle). Move it toward T to zoom in (telephoto). You can also change the zoom speed ( 37). You can select one of three fixed zoom speeds or a variable speed that depends on how you operate the zoom lever: Press gently for a slow zoom; press harder for faster zooms. NOTES NOTES If the subject is not suitable for autofocus, turns yellow. Adjust the focus manually ( 49). When the subject is too bright, "OVEREXP." starts flashing. In such case, use the optional FS-43U II ND filter. Zooming You can also use the T and W buttons on the wireless controller or the LCD panel. The zoom speed with these buttons will be the same as with the camcorder (when one of the fixed zoom speed levels is selected) or fixed at [ SPEED 3] (when [ VARIABLE] is selected). When set to [ VARIABLE], the zoom speed will be faster in the record pause mode. Keep at least 1 m (3.3 ft.) away from the subject. At wide-angle, you can focus on a subject as close as 1 cm (0.39 in.). POINTS TO CHECK ( 10) : In addition to the 10x optical zoom, the 200x digital zoom is also available ( 37). Zoom out Zoom in