Recording Tips - RCA CC4371 User Manual

Recording Tips
Try to make sure indoor scenes are
well-lit. This improves picture quality
and color reproduction.
Do not move the camcorder rapidly
from side-to-side while recording.
A steady, gradual "pan" avoids
blurring and "jitter."
Use the viewfinder or LCD monitor
to make sure the camcorder is level
while recording so that your scenes
won't appear "tilted."
Do not bump or tap the camcorder's
microphone while recording so that
your scenes won't appear tilted.
• Include close-ups of individuals when
taping family outings or group func-
tions.
• Fading in and out of scenes makes
your videos appear more professional.
Learn to use the special digital effects
available with your camcorder to add
variety to your recordings.
Be aware of video and audio back-
grounds. Background details barely
noticed while you are taping may
show up as visual "clutter" on your
recording. Background noises
(especially TV sets, radios, household
appliances, traffic sounds, etc.) can
detract from the sound you want to
record.
Avoid long "still" shots of landmarks
and scenic attractions. Recordings are
more interesting if they include people
and details. "Local color" will give
travel videos lasting appeal. Consider
recording a familiar or landmark scene
from an unfamiliar vantage point.
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