Recording Tips - RCA CC6254 User Manual

Recording Tips
'[b improve picture quality and color reproduction, tW to make sure indoor scenes
are wellqit.
Don't move the camcorder rapidly f}om side-to-side while recording. A steady,
gradual "pan" aw)ids blurring and "jitter".
Use the viewflnder to make sure the camcorder is level while recording so that your
scene isn't "tilted."
Do not bump or tap the camcorder's microphone while recording as this sound will
be recorded.
include close-ups of individuals when taping fSmily outings or group f_.mctions.
Fading in and out of scenes makes your videos appear more professional.
Learn to use the special effects to acid variety to your recordings.
Be aware of video and audio backgrounds. Background details barely noticed while
recording may show up as visual "clutter" on your recording. Background noises
(especially TV sets, radios, household appliances, traffic sounds, etc.) might detract
from the sound you want to record.
Aw)id long "still" shots of landmarks and scenic attractions. Recordings are more
interesting if they include people and details. "Local color" gives travel videos lasting
appeal. To add interest, consider recording a familiar or landmark scene from an
unfamiliar vantage point.
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