Additional Information

Glossary

1080i(1125i)/480i(525i)

These are types of video signals. 1080i is a hi-vision image signal and 480i is a former image signal which is not hi- vision. Depending on the equipment, 1080i may be referred to as 1125i, and 480i may be referred to as 525i.

Audio feedback

A screeching noise which may be produced when the camcorder is connected to a TV or speakers. To prevent the noise, keep a distance between the camcorder and the TV or speakers, or turn off the volume of the connected device.

Component jacks (Component video input jacks)

Connect the camcorder to a TV. You can easily transmit a component video signal and control signals (aspect ratio, scan line, etc.) via the supplied component video cable.

Double-sided disc

A disc which allows recording on both sides.

Finalize

The process of enabling you to play back BD-R/DVD-RW (VF mode)/DVD-R recorded on this camcorder using other BD/DVD recorders/players.

Formatting

The process of preparing a disc for use by creating an empty file system. This is also known as initializing a disc.

HDMI output terminal

Connects the camcorder to a TV. The HDMI output terminal provides better picture quality on the connected TV than the component jacks.

HD movie image quality/ HD image quality

Refers to hi-vision image quality. HD is an abbreviation for High Definition.

NTSC

NTSC is one of the standard color television systems.

NTSC is in use in the United States, Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, the Philippines, Central and South America, and some other countries.

PAL

PAL is one of the standard color television systems.

PAL is in use in Europe, China, and some other countries.

SD memory card

A memory card standard for recording images. This camcorder allows for recording still images to SD memory card.

SD movie image quality/ SD image quality

Refers to an image quality standard that is not hi-vision. SD is an abbreviation for Standard Definition.

Single-sided disc

A disc which allows recording on one side only.

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