Sony CCD-FX310 At the desired point, release Editsearch Press START/STOP, To pause recording

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You can reshoot a scene over the last recorded port,on using EDITSEARCH. The prevtously recorded portion will be erased.

1 Set the STANDBY switch up.

START / STOP

2

Look in the viewfinder and find the point from where you want to begin recording by:

Keep pressing the + side of EDITSEARCH continuously to advance the picture at a normal playback speed, or the - side to reverse the picture.

At the desired point, release EDITSEARCH.

Press START/STOP.

Recording begins from the point you released EDITSEARCH. A smooth transition between scenes can be made after the

pre-recorded portion even if STANDBY is turned down and

turned up, or even if the power is turned off and on again, provided that the tape is not removed.

To pause recording

Press START/STOP again.

To stop recording

Set the STANDBY switch down.

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START / STOP

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If the tape reaches near the end during recording

The _ indicatorand the red lamp in the viewfinderand the camera recording/battery lamp on the camcorder blink slowly.When the tape reaches its end, blinkingbecomes rapid and beeps sound for about five seconds (if BEEP is set to ON).

Notes on recording

•To recordfrom the beginningof the tape, runthe beginningof the tape for about 15 seconds before recording. This will avoid missing the starting point when the tape is played back.

•When moving from indoors to outdoors, or vice versa, turn STANDBY up and point the camcorder at a white object for about 10 seconds so that the white balance is properly adjusted.

Note on standby mode

If you leave the camcorder in the standby mode for 5 minutes or more, the camcorder wpll be automatically turned off. To resume the standby mode, turn STANDBY down and turn _t up again. To start recording, press START/STOP directly.

Note on light sources

If you are shooting a subject in bright conditions just after shooting in a dark place, the picture may not appear in the viewfinder. In this case, point the camcorder in the other direction.

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Contents CCD FX310 Regulations Information for the customers in the U.S.AGetting Started Basic Camera Operation How to recordAdvanced Camera Operation Connecting Before You BeginWelcome to Video You also need to set the Beep switch Wireless RemoteUse the battery completely before recharging 110 Battery life and remaining capacityCassette compartment marked Push Adjustment ring Press the small Green button on PowerWhat is a sports finder? When storing your camcorderChanging the lithium battery Adjust the blinking digits of minute by pressing Date + Correcting the date and time settingsPress Time Next to set the second to Birthday Indicator appears Viewfinder How to store birth datePower switch and slide the Power To Camera CAMpV Set the Standby switch upNow itsready for recording If you missed the correct number with Date +You can see through the viewfinder Press START/STOP red button onceWhen you have finished recording Checking the time remaining on the tapeTAPEiBATT Check To zoom PhtANT Video inputs, seeWhen you have finished playback Eject the tape, see Insert a tape. SeePress Play Getting familiar with some buttons Set the Power switch on the camcorder as followsMake sure you use up Battery before recharging Battery life is shorter in cold climatesWhy the battery pack heats up? How to use the switch on the battery packRecommended temperatures during charging Place Power source Accessory to be used To remove the do pack Removeit thesame wayas youdo with the batterypack. SeepagePress START/STOP Press AGE/EVENT to select the indicator you want to recordTo cancel the stored birth date To stop recording the ageTo change the display while recording Press the side of Editsearch momentarily Hold the viewfinderwith yourthumb to preventSide for the playback picture in reverse At the desired point, release Editsearch Press START/STOP To pause recordingIf the tape reaches near the end during recording 111 Press Counter ResetRemote Accessory shoeAfter shooting Press Back LightTo choose best programmed AE mode Sports modeSet the Program AE switch to To the desired setting Press Fader while recording FADERindicatorstarts blinking When fading-outTo cancel the fade-in/out function AC-V35/V35A AC-V35/V35A a VcRITo locate the desired scene picture search To view the still picture playback pauseCounter shows Press when the playback has finished, as usualPress 11or IH At the point you later want to locateAUO,ON , DEO Pause How to connectUsing of the Edit switch To stop editingIf you use the Data Screen function If moisture condenses on the lens How to prevent moisture condensationIf moisture condenses Inside the unit If moisture condenses on the surface of the tapeTo clean the viewfinder Take a good posture for shooting To reattach the eyecupNtsc system countries Plan aheadLighting Difference In Color SystemOn care On operationDo not let sand get into the camcorder Do not let the camcorder get wetStandby switch Tape transport buttons Play playback Additional Information Additional Informatton II F£ FJit=TlvJL fl3TJm Power zoom button LiD- Slow slow playback buttonCorrective actions Atiach the battery Power does not turnSymptom CauseBeeps General Wireless Ra madSystem Input and output O.etbrInformation Center O,P