Quick Start Function
Quick Start Function
When you close the LCD panel with the camcorder on, the camcorder enters the standby mode. In standby mode the camcorder consumes only about 1/3 the power used when recording, saving energy when you are using a battery pack. Additionally, when you open the LCD panel or pull out the viewfinder, the camcorder is ready to start recording in approximately 1 second*, allowing you to record the subject right away.
48* The actual time required varies depending on the shooting conditions. Operating modes: 
1 With the camcorder on and in a recording mode, close the LCD panel.
•A beep will sound and the green ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will change to orange to indicate the camcorder entered standby mode. In addition, the tally lamp will flash twice approximately every 3 seconds.
•When using only the viewfinder (with the LCD panel closed), you can return the viewfinder to its retracted position to set the camcorder in standby mode.
2When you wish to resume recording, open the LCD panel.
•The ON/OFF (CHG) indicator turns back green and the camcorder is ready to record.
•You can also pull out the viewfinder to start recording with the LCD panel closed.
IMPORTANT
•Do not disconnect the power source during standby mode (while the ON/OFF (CHG) indicator is lit in orange).
NOTES
•The camcorder will not enter standby mode while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing, while a menu is being displayed or while using the viewfinder. The camcorder may also not enter standby mode when the battery charge is too low. Check that the ON/OFF (CHG) indicator changes to orange.
•About standby mode and auto power off:
-The camcorder will power off automatically if left in standby mode for 10 minutes. Press x to turn on the camcorder.
-You can select the length of time until 
[Power Saving Mode] 
[Quick Start (Standby)] setting.
-The usual
•Changing the position of the mode switch while the camcorder is in standby mode will reactivate the camcorder in the operating mode selected.