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Use the STV-250 Stereo Video Cable to connect the AUDIO terminals. Connect the white plug to the white AUDIO terminal L (left). Connect the red plug to the red AUDIO terminal R (right). Do not connect the yellow plug. • If you are connecting the camera to a TV, set the TV/VIDEO selector on the television to VIDEO. • If you are connecting the camera to a VCR, set the input selector on the VCR to LINE. Quick Overview 30 2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:20 Page 31 (1,1) EIf your TV (or VCR) has audio/video input terminals VIDEO INPUT AUDIO L R A/V MIC IN/OUT m STV-250 Stereo Video Cable • Connect the camera using the STV-250 Stereo Video Cable. Connect the white plug to the white audio terminal L (left). Connect the red plug to the red audio terminal R (right). Connect the yellow plug to the yellow video terminal VIDEO. • If you are connecting the camera to a TV, set the TV/VIDEO selector on the television to VIDEO. • If you are connecting the camera to a VCR, set the input selector on the VCR to LINE. • If you are going to use the TV as a monitor while you are shooting, remember to keep the TV volume turned down as long as the camera’s audio terminals are connected. If the sound from the TV speakers is picked up by the microphone, an unpleasant high-pitched squeal, called feedback, may be produced. • For TVs having the Video ID-1 system: If you connect the camera to the TV’s S terminal or video in terminal, recordings made in the 16:9 mode for wide screen TVs will automatically play back in wide screen mode on the TV screen. Quick Overview 31 2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:20 Page 32 (1,1) Tips for Making Better Videos E Holding the camera For maximum stability, grip the camera in your right hand and keep your right elbow pressed against your body. If necessary support the camera with your left hand. With practice, you will be able to operate the controls by touch, without taking your eye off the action. Using a tripod To prevent any unwanted movement, you can mount the camera on a tripod, (or any flat surface at a suitable height) and operate it with the wireless controller. • When you are using a tripod, be careful not to leave the viewfinder exposed to bright sunlight or it may melt. (The light is concentrated by the viewfinder lens.) • Make sure that the fastening screw of the tripod is no longer than 1/4 inch (5.5 mm), or it will damage the camera. Composition The most important element in the scene does not have to be in the center. For a more interesting picture, try to position your subject so it is slightly to one side. Leave some space on the side of the frame that the subject is facing or moving towards. Don’t cut off the top of the subject’s head, and don’t cut people off at the neck, hips or knees (move a little bit above or below). Watch out for distracting objects in the background. Quick Overview 32 2_ZR10_E(07-33) 3/10/00 18:20 Page 33 (1,1) Picture angle Instead of zooming while recording, try to choose your picture angle before you begin. A good way to tell a story with video is to begin with a long shot that establishes the situation, and then move in with medium shots and close-ups to show the details. Remember to change your viewpoint for each shot. Remember that any camera movement or change in picture angle should have a definite purpose. Avoid unnecessary or half-hearted movements. Camera moves Use pans to record a landscape or E Long shot Medium shot Close-up follow a moving subject. Decide the area you want to cover and stand facing the end of your panning angle. Without moving your feet, turn your waist to the starting position. Start recording, and Pan Quick Overview after a few seconds begin to turn slowly from the waist. Hold the final image for a few seconds before you stop recording. Tilt the camera up to exaggerate the height of the subject. Tilt down from the top of a building, for example, as an introduction to subjects at the bottom. Tilt 33 3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Page 34 (1,1) Turning the Image Stabilizer Off E MENU With most camcorders, even the slightest hand movements will be noticeable during telephoto recording. However, the ZR10’s image stabilizer allows you to obtain steady recordings even at high magnification. IMAGE S. •ON ( 35) 1. To turn the image stabilizer off, open the camera menu and point the arrow at IMAGE S. i. 2. Select the OFF setting and close the menu. • The i mark disappears from the display when the stabilizer is off. • The image stabilizer cannot be turned off when the program selector is set to the [ (Easy Recording) position. Using the FullRange of Features • The image stabilizer is designed to deal with a normal degree of camera shake. • Keep the image stabilizer turned off when the camera is mounted on a tripod. • The image stabilizer is not as effective as usual when the tele-converter (optional) is attached. 34 3_ZR10_E(34-72) 3/9/00 7:56 PM Page 35 (1,1) Selecting from the Menus Many of the camera’s advanced functions are selected from menus ...