Video
This chapter covers functions related to shooting movies, including recording, playback, menu options, and memory operations.
Basic Recording
Shooting Video
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1Set the mode dial to .
2Turn on the camcorder.
You can select the memory to be used for recording movies
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3 Press START/STOP to begin recording.
•Recording starts; press START/STOP again to pause the
recording.
•You can also press START/STOP on the LCD panel.
WHEN YOU HAVE FINISHED RECORDING
1Make sure that the ACCESS indicator is off.
2Turn off the camcorder.
3 Close the LCD panel.
IM ORTANT
Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss or damage to the memory.
-Do not open the memory card slot cover.
-Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder.
-Do not change the position of the mode dial.
NOTES
•About the Power Save mode: To save power when the camcorder is powered by a battery pack, the camcorder will automatically shut off if left without any
operations for 5 minutes ( 95). Press ON/OFF to turn on the camcorder.
•When recording in bright places it may be difficult to use the LCD screen. In such case, change the brightness of the
LCD screen ( 22, 93).
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