RCA ProV800C - Manual (Page 19)

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Recording Tips
• In case of fire or theft, make a video
recording of your home and contents to
store in a safe place.
• 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 or your scenes will appear
“tilted”.
• Use the LCD monitor to shoot a scene
from a high or low angle, such as over a
crowd.
• Do not bump or tap the camcorder’s
microphone while recording because
this sound will be recorded.
• Include close-ups of individuals when
taping family outings or group
functions.
• Fading in and out of scenes will make
your videos appear more professional.
• Learn to use the special effects
available with your camcorder to add
variety to your recordings.
• Be aware of video and audio
backgrounds. 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.