Sound is distorted or is recorded at lower levels.

-When recording near loud sounds (such as fireworks, shows or concerts), sound may become distorted or it may not be recorded at the actual levels. Activate the microphone attenuator ( 143) or adjust the audio recording level manually ( 81).

The picture is displayed correctly but there is no sound from the built-in speaker.

-Speaker volume is turned off. Adjust the volume.

-If the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable is connected to the camcorder, disconnect it.

-The AV terminal is set to headphone output. Set [AV/Headphones] to [AV].

Memory Card and Accessories

Cannot insert the memory card.

-The memory card was not facing the correct direction. Turn the memory card over and insert it.

Cannot record on the memory card.

-The memory card is full. Delete some recordings ( 58, 98) to free some space or replace the memory card.

-Initialize the memory card ( 43) when you use it with the camcorder for the first time.

-The LOCK switch on the memory card is set to prevent accidental erasure. Change the posi- tion of the LOCK switch.

-A compatible SD/SDHC memory card must be used to be able to record movies on a memory card ( 41).

-The folder and file numbers have reached their maximum value. Set [Photo Number- ing] to [Reset] and insert a new memory card.

-The simultaneous recording option in the FUNC. menu is set to [Simultaneous Recording Off]. Change the setting to take photos while recording video ( 104).

The wireless controller will not work.

- Set [Wireless Remote ontrol] to [On]. - Replace the battery of the wireless controller.

Connections with External Devices

Video noise appears on the TV screen.

-When using the camcorder in a room where a TV is located, keep a distance between the compact power adapter and the power or antenna cables of the TV.

Playback looks fine on the camcorder but there is no image on the TV screen.

- The video input on the TV is not set to the video terminal to which you connected the cam- corder. Select the correct video input.

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