"REC/PAUSE" Button

This button is used to control the camcorder. When this button is pressed with the camcorder set to the recording mode, the tape runs to start recording. "REC" appears in the viewfinder.

When this button is pressed again, "" appears instead of "REC" and the tape stops and the camcorder enters the record/ pause (stand-by) mode.

NOTE: This button may be also used to display a still picture during playback mode.

Power Zoom Switch/"TRACKING" Control

•This switch performs zooming electrically. "W": Picture becomes wider gradually. "T": Picture becomes telescopic gradually.

•Used when playing a tape recorded on another VCR. Adjust for best picture. Ejecting the cassette returns the tracking to the normal position.

Lens Cap Tab

•Place the lens cap on this tab when you are ready to record a scene. The tab also prevents the lens cap from swinging around on its cord.

Hand Strap

Adjust to best fit to your hand.

For VM-7500LA

Diopter Control

To use the electronic viewfinder, turn this control for your optimum focus adjustment.

For VM-7500LA

"BRIGHT" and "FOCUS" Controls

Use to adjust the picture in the viewfinder. The small "BRIGHT" and "FOCUS" controls are set at the factory and should require no adjustment. If they ever require adjustment, use a plastic screwdriver. Make the adjustments with caution to prevent damaging the miniature controls.

For VM-8500LA

"BRIGHT" Control

Use to adjust the viewfinder brightness. See page 13.