Video

This chapter covers functions related to shooting movies, including recording, playback, menu options, and disc operations.

Basic Recording

Basic Recording

Shooting Video

Before You Begin Recording

Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. Since recordings made on a DVD-R or DVD-R DL disc cannot be deleted, we recommend you use a DVD-RW disc to make the test recordings.

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1Move the switch to ON to set the camcorder in CAMERA mode.

The red CAMERA indicator will turn on.

2Move the / switch to (Movies).

3 Press START/STOP to begin recording.

•The recording starts; press START/STOP again to pause the

recording.

•You can also press START/STOP on the LCD panel.

WHEN YOU HAVE FINISHED RECORDING

1Make sure that the DISC access indicator is off.

2Turn off the camcorder.

3 Close the LCD panel.

4 Remove the disc.

IMPORTANT

•When recording movies, try to get a calm, stable picture.

Excessive camcorder movement while shooting and extensive use of fast zooms and panning can result in jittery scenes. In extreme cases, the playback of such scenes may result in visually induced motion sickness. If you experience such a reaction, immediately stop the playback and take a rest break as necessary.

•Avoid the following actions while the DISC access indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss.

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