21Preparing the CamcorderMenusTable of Contents IndexPreparing the CamcorderThis section outlines the basic preparations of the camcorder, such as attaching the viewfinder unit and adjustingthe screen and grip.Attaching the Lens HoodAttach the lens hood to protect the lens and reduce the amount of stray light that may hit the lens.Place the lens hood on the front of the lens so that thehood’s lens mount index covers the index on the lens ()and turn it 90 degrees clockwise until it clicks ().• Be careful not to deform the lens hood.• Make sure that the lens hood is aligned with the thread.Using the Viewfinder UnitAttaching the Viewfinder Unit1 Open the viewfinder unit latch and remove theviewfinder unit cover.2 Turn the LCD panel 90 degrees upward.3 Hook the protrusion on the right side of the viewfinderunit into the groove under the right side of the LCDpanel. Then, lower the viewfinder unit.
