Video

-Do not subject the camcorder to vibrations or strong impacts.

-Do not open the disc cover and do not remove the disc.

-Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder.

-Do not change the operating mode.

NOTES

•About the Power Save mode: To save power when the camcorder is powered by a battery pack, the camcorder will automatically shut off if left without any

operations for 5 minutes ( 52). To restore the power, slide the switch toward MODE and release it, or

move the switch to and back to ON again.

•When recording in very loud places (such as fireworks shows or concerts), sound may become distorted or it may not be recorded at the actual levels. This is not a malfunction.

Using the Viewfinder

When recording in bright places it may be difficult to use the LCD screen. In such case, change the

brightness of the LCD screen ( 31) or use the viewfinder instead. To use the viewfinder, keep the LCD panel closed*.

Adjust the viewfinder as necessary with the dioptric adjustment lever. Hold DISP. pressed down for more than 2 seconds to change the brightness of the viewfinder.

*The LCD screen and the viewfinder can be used simultaneously only when the LCD panel is turned

180 degrees to face the subject

( 31).

About the Mode Switch and Recording Programs

Set the mode switch to AUTO to let the camcorder adjust all the settings for you, allowing you to just point the camcorder and start shooting.

Set the mode switch to P to select one of the recording programs.

The Special Scene recording programs ( 55) offer a convenient way to select the optimal settings to match special recording

conditions. Conversely, with flexible recording programs ( 57) you can set the shutter speed or the aperture you want, or enjoy the flexibility to change other settings.

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