Getting Started - Identifying Controls

how long you can record on the loaded tape.

Insert a cassette into the camcorder and start recording or playback; 10 seconds later, the remaining tape will be displayed. When the cassette is ejected, the display will disappear.

"" is displayed for 10 seconds after the tape starts to run.

Note: The tape remaining display appears 10 seconds after the tape starts to run.

Note: When the remaining tape time becomes less than about three minutes, TAPE END flashes in the viewfinder.

Getting Started - Identifying Controls

Left side / Front / Back Controls Illustration

81. Lens

F1.6 (4~48mm) 12:1 power zoom lens with auto focus and auto iris functions.

2.Viewfinder BRIGHT, COLOR and TINT controls Refer to page 9.

3.Cassette Holder Close Button

CAUTION: Be sure to press this button to close the cassette holder. Otherwise, the tape may become slack and may be damaged.

4. Cassette Holder

A power source must be connected to the camcorder before a cassette can be inserted or removed.

5.Microphone

6.Infrared Receiver

The area where infrared signals from the wireless remote are received. Aim the remote control to this area for best results.

7. Record Indicator

This indicator lights when the camcorder is recording.

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