RCA CC638/639 - Manual (Page 25)

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Recording
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. Use the built-in light. 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 to make sure the
camcorder is level while recording or
your scenes will appear “tilted”.
• Do not bump or tap the camcorder’s
microphone while recording because
this sound will be recorded.
• Include close-ups and snapshots of
individuals when taping family outings
or group functions.
• Fading or wiping in and out of scenes
will make your videos appear more
professional.
• Learn to use the special production
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.