Sony HDR FX7 Operating Instructions - Page 33

Recording/Playback Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings Adjusting the zoom B A C D Move the power zoom lever C slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. Wide view: (Wide angle) Close view: (Telephoto) z Tips • The minimum distance required between your camcorder and the subject for focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) for telephoto. • The focus may not be adjusted at certain zoom positions if the subject is within 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) from your camcorder. • Be sure to keep your finger on the power zoom lever. If you move your finger off the power zoom lever, the operation sound of the power zoom lever may also be recorded. Using the handle zoom 1 Set the handle zoom switch B to H (high) or L (low). z Tip • You can set the zoom speed of the handle zoom lever in [HANDLE ZOOM] (p. 61). 2 Press the handle zoom lever A to zoom in or out. b Notes • You cannot adjust the zoom speed by pressing the handle zoom lever. • You cannot use the handle zoom lever when the handle zoom switch is set to OFF. • You cannot change the zoom speed of the zoom lever C with the handle zoom switch B. Using the zoom ring You can zoom at the desired speed by turning the zoom ring D. Fine adjustment is also possible. b Note • Turn the zoom ring at a reasonable speed. If you turn it too fast, the zoom speed may not catch up with the zoom ring rotating speed. Continued , 33