21Preparing the CamcorderAttaching the Lens HoodWhile recording, the supplied lens hood with lens barrier iseffective for reducing stray light that can be the cause of lensflare and ghost images. Additionally, closing the lens barriercan help prevent fingerprints and dirt accumulation on thelens.1 Remove the lens cap.2 Align the groove on the lens hood with the indexmark on the top of the lens (), and then turn thelens hood clockwise until it stops with a click ().• Be careful not to deform the lens hood.• Make sure that the lens hood is aligned with the thread.To remove the lens hood1 Press and hold the lens hood release button and turnthe lens hood counterclockwise.2 Place the lens cap back on the lens.NOTESAbout 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 inadvance.Lens hood releasebutton
