Using an External Microphone

Using an External Microphone

When recording in very quiet surroundings, the built-in microphone may pick up the sound of the camcorder’s internal machinery. When recording outside, the built-in microphone may pick up excessive noise from wind. In such cases, we recommend using an external microphone with a wind screen.

Operating modes:

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Using the SM-V1 Surround Microphone or DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone

Using the SM-V1 you can add a sense of depth and presence to your recordings with 5.1ch surround sound. Using the DM-100 you can accurately record audio coming directly from the direction you are recording. In either case, to reduce the amount of noise due to wind, we recommend that you use the wind screen supplied with the microphone.

Attach the optional SM-V1 Surround Microphone or DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone to the mini advanced shoe.

Refer to Using the Mini Advanced Shoe (072).

will appear on the screen. For details about using the optional external microphone, refer to the instruction manual of the accessory used.

Using the WM-V1 Wireless Microphone

Using the WM-V1 you can reliably record sound even when recording subjects at a distance exceeding the practical range of the built-in microphone. You can also mix and record audio from the WM-V1 with audio from the built-in microphone.

1 Attach the receiver to the camcorder’s grip belt.