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Preparations

The tape in the camcorder:

When using the GL2’s AV insert function, only use to tapes recorded in SP mode with continuously recorded time codes.

If there are non-recorded portions or portions recorded in LP mode on the tape, recording will stop.

The playback tape:

Use only tapes without non-recorded portions.

If there are non-recorded portions or changes in the recording mode, you may not be able to insert AV correctly.

You cannot insert AV in the following cases:

•The playback tape has been poorly recorded.

•During special playback: fast forward playback, rewind playback or slow playback etc. (analog only).

Editing

TV:

You cannot insert AV from a TV program with anomalous synchronized signals, such as when the program itself received poor signals.

Example recording from a VCR

1.Connect the camcorder to the VCR.

2.Prepare the VCR and TV.

•Set the TV/Video selector on the television to Video. For further details, see “Connections for

Playback on a TV Screen” ( 95).

•Turn on the VCR and load a recorded cassette.

•See your TV and VCR instruction manuals for details.

3.Slide the camcorder’s POWER switch to PLAY (VCR) and load a recorded cassette.

•Make sure the REC/SAVE tab on the cassette has been slid to REC (closed position).

4.Slide the TAPE/CARD switch to TAPE.

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