Canon XF400 XF400 XF405 Instruction Manual - Page 29

Changing the Camcorder's Operating Mode, Using the MENU Button and Joystick

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Basic Operation of the Camcorder Changing the Camcorder's Operating Mode In mode, you can further select the camera mode to match your shooting style. 29 (Auto) mode Set the mode switch to N. With this mode, the camcorder takes care of all the settings while you concentrate on recording. This operating mode is suitable if you just prefer not to bother with detailed camcorder settings. (Manual) mode Set the mode switch to n. With this mode, you can enjoy full access to menus, settings and advanced functions. Using the MENU Button and Joystick You can navigate some of the camcorder's menus and screens using the MENU button and joystick instead of using the touch screen. Joystick/SET button When making a menu selection, push the joystick to move the orange selection frame in the menu. Then, press the joystick itself (in the manual, "press SET") to select the menu item indicated by the orange selection frame. MENU button Press the button to open the setup menus and then press again to close the menu after adjusting desired settings.

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ic Operation of the Camcorder
Changing the Camcorder's Operating Mode
In
mode, you can further select the camera mode to match your shooting style.
(Auto) mode
Set the mode switch to
N
. With this mode, the camcorder takes care of all the settings
while you concentrate on recording. This operating mode is suitable if you just prefer not to
bother with detailed camcorder settings.
(Manual) mode
Set the mode switch to
n
. With this mode, you can enjoy full access to menus, settings and
advanced functions.
Using the MENU Button and Joystick
You can navigate some of the camcorder’s menus and screens using the MENU button and joystick instead of
using the touch screen.
Joystick/SET button
When making a menu selection, push the joystick to move the
orange selection frame in the menu. Then, press the joystick
itself (in the manual, "press SET") to select the menu item
indicated by the orange selection frame.
MENU button
Press the button to open the setup menus and then press again
to close the menu after adjusting desired settings.