30 EN RECORDING Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)
Menu Screen Explanations (cont.)
CAMERA MENU
MANUAL MENU
DEMO. | ON | Demonstrates certain functions such as Program AE with special effects, etc., |
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| MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen is closed, demonstration starts. |
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| Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration |
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| ● If a tape is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be turned on. |
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| ● “DEMO. MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is turned off. |
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| ● If “DEMO. MODE” remains “ON”, some functions will not be available. |
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| After viewing demo, set to “OFF”. |
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| OFF | Automatic demonstration will not take place. |
DIS | OFF | To compensate for unstable images caused by |
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NOTES:
●Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or
under the following conditions:
•When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes.
ON | •When shooting dark or dim subjects. |
•When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting.
•When shooting scenes with movement in various directions.
•When shooting scenes with
●Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod.
●The “ ” indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabilizer cannot be used.
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| ANIM. | Allows you to record a few frames only. By using an inanimate object and |
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TELE | OFF | Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom | |||||
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