Changing the Language
The default language of the camcorder is English. You can set it to one of 22 other languages.
Operating modes: 
[FUNC.]* 8[MENU] 868[Language a] 8 Desired language 8[OK] 8[a]
* Only when performing the procedure in a recording mode.
NOTES
•Some control buttons, such as [ZOOM], [FUNC.] or [MENU], will appear in English regardless of the language selected.
Changing the Time Zone
Change the time zone to match your location. The default setting is New York.
Operating modes: 
1 Open the [Time Zone/DST] screen.
[FUNC.]* 8[MENU] 868[Time Zone/DST]
* Only when performing the procedure in a recording mode.
2Touch [S] to set the home time zone, or [V] to set the time zone of your destination when you are traveling.
3Touch [Z] or [O] to set the desired time zone. If necessary, touch [U] to adjust for daylight saving time.
4 Touch [a] to close the menu.
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