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MANUAL

The “q MANUAL” settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to “M”.

[ ] = Factory-preset

DIS

OFF: Disables the function.

[ON ]: To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at high magnification.

NOTES:

●Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or depending on the shooting condition.

●The “ ” indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabilizer cannot be used.

●Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod.

5S

[OFF]: Disables 5-Second Recording.

5S: Enables 5-Second Recording. ( pg. 42)

Anim.: Allows you to record a few frames only. By using an inanimate object and changing its position between shots, you can record the subject as though it is moving.

TELE MACRO

[OFF]: Disables the function.

ON: When the distance to the subject is less than 1 m (3 .3 ft), set “TELE MACRO” to “ON”. You can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 50 cm (19-3/4").

NOTE:

Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.

WIDE MODE

[OFF]: Records with no change in the screen ratio. For playback on a TV with a normal screen ratio.

CINEMA*: Inserts black bands at the top and

bottom of the screen. The

 

indicator appears.

During playback on wide-screen TVs, the black bands at the top and bottom of the screen are cut and the screen ratio becomes 16:9. When using this mode, refer to your wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During playback/recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, black bands are inserted at the top and bottom of the screen and the image appears like a letter boxed 16:9 movie.

SQUEEZE*: For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the image to fit the screen without distortion. The indicator appears. When using this mode, refer to your wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During playback/recording on 4:3 TVs/ LCD monitor/viewfinder, the image is elongated vertically.

D.WIDE* : The indicator appears. The zoom range is extended beyond the maximum optical zoom wide angle range. This mode’s wide angle setting is equivalent to using a 0.7X wide conversion lens. Zooming is possible from 0.7X to 10X. This mode is suitable for shooting in a small room.

*Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “VIDEO”.

WIND CUT

[OFF]: Disengages the function.

ON : Helps cut down on noise created by wind. The “ ” indicator appears. The quality of the sound will change. This is normal.

SYSTEM

The “s SYSTEM” functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to “M” are also applied when the Power Switch is set to “PLAY”.

[ ] = Factory-preset

BEEP

OFF: Even though not heard while shooting, shutter sound is recorded on the tape. BEEP: The beep sounds when the power is turned on or off, and at the beginning and end of recording. It also activates the shutter sound effect. ( pg. 27, 43)

[MELODY]: Instead of a beep, a melody sounds when any operation is performed. It also activates the shutter sound effect.

( pg. 27, 43)