•Observe the following precautions while the DISC access indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss.
-Do not subject the camcorder to vibrations or strong impacts.
-Do not open the disc cover and do not remove the disc.
-Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder.
-Do not change the operating mode.
NOTES
•About the recording time: By changing the recording mode you can change the recording time available on the disc
(
28).
•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 ( 
65). To
restore the power, turn the 
switch toward MODE and release it, or turn the
switch to 
and back to ON again.
•When recording in very loud places (such as fireworks shows or concerts), sound may become distorted or it may not be recorded at the actual levels. This is not a malfunction.
Using the viewfinder
When recording in bright places it may be difficult to use the LCD screen. In such case, change the
brightness of the LCD screen ( 
23) or use the viewfinder instead. To use the viewfinder, keep the LCD panel closed*.
Adjust the viewfinder as necessary with the dioptric adjustment lever.
*The LCD screen and the viewfinder can be used simultaneously when the LCD panel is turned 180 degrees to
face the subject (
23).
About the mode switch and recording programs
Set the mode switch to 
to let the camcorder adjust all the settings for you, allowing you to just point the camcorder and start shooting.
Set the mode switch to 
to select one of the recording programs.
The Special Scene recording programs ( 
34) offer a convenient way to select the optimal settings to match special recording
conditions. Conversely, with flexible recording programs ( 
36) you
can set the shutter speed you want, or enjoy the flexibility to change other settings.
