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Recording
Gain control adjusts the amount of video signal generated depending upon lighting and shooting
conditions. You can select from automatic gain control and preset levels that range from -3 to +18 dB.

1. Set the POWER dial to n, Tv, Av or M.

2. Press the GAIN dial so that it pops out.

3. Turn the GAIN dial to adjust the level.

The selected level appears.
Noise may appear on the picture when setting a high gain level.
Adjusting the Gain
-3 dB For lowest noise recording for indoor, low light or low contrast scenes.
Auto Automatic adjustment of gain.
0 dB Life like night/artificial light scenes.
+3 dB/+6 dB/ Increases brightness in indoor or low-light scenes. Increases depth of field.
+12 dB/+18 dB*
* +18 dB is not available in 25p mode. When you select +18 dB, it automatically sets to +12 dB (“12dB” appears in
yellow).
POWER dial
GAIN dial