06-07-2016 09:42 AM
I need to hear audio as it is being recorded. I am using another mic - shotgun type with wind deflector plugged into the "mic" jack. Can the "av" jack be used and how?
06-07-2016 09:50 AM
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06-07-2016 10:11 AM
I am shooting with a Vixia HF R500 camcorder
06-11-2016 09:26 PM
Hi MickRoberts82,
Thanks for posting.
The Headphones icon must appear on your camcorder's display for you to be able to monitor the sound while you're recording. Here's how to set up the terminal for your camcorder:
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