20 EN
: Factory-preset
RECORDING
Advanced Features (cont.)
Refer to “Self-Timer” (Z pg. 21).
Refer to “Snapshot Flash” (Z pg. 22).
Refer to DATE/TIME Menu Explanations below.
Refer to SYSTEM Menu Explanations below.
Makes all the indications appear in the camcorder (Z pg. 60).
Keeps all the indications (except the tape running indicator, warnings, date, time,
time code, etc.) from appearing in the camcorder (Z pg. 60).
Makes the camcorder’s display appear on screen when the camcorder is
connected to a TV (Z pg. 38).
Keeps the camcorder’s display (except the date, time and time code during
playback) from appearing on the connected TV screen (Z pg. 38).
Keeps the date/time settings from appearing in the camcorder.
Makes the date/time settings appear in the camcorder.
Allows you to set the current date and time (Z pg. 8).
Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom
magnification. Unless there is a distance more than 1m to the subject, the lens is
out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting. When set to “ON”, you can shoot a
subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 60 cm.
•Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.
Refer to “5-second Recording” (Z pg. 24).
Allows you to record a 1/3-second clip. By using an inanimate object and
changing its position between shots, you can record the subject as though it is
moving (Z pg. 24).
The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording.
The beep sounds when the power is turned on or off, and at the beginning and
end of recording. Also to activate the shutter sound effect (Z pg. 16).
The tally lamp remains off at all times.
Even though not heard while shooting, shutter sound is recorded on the tape.
Helps cut down on noise created by wind. “ ” appears. The quality of the
sound will change. This is normal.
Disengages the function which cuts down on noise created by wind.
Enables recording of stereo sound on four separate channels, and is recommended
for use when performing audio dubbing. (Equivalent to the 32 kHz mode of
previous models)
Enables recording of stereo sound on two separate channels. (Equivalent to the
48 kHz mode of previous models)
This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a
computer using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory
setting is 06.
Demonstrates certain functions such as Programme AE with special effects, etc.,
and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. When “DEMO. MODE”
is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen is closed, demonstration starts.
NOTES:
●If a tape is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be turned on.
●By turning off the camcorder, “DEMO. MODE” is set to “OFF” automatically.
Automatic demonstration will not take place.
SELF-TIMER
FLASH
DATE/TIME
4
SYSTEM
4
INDICATION*
ON
OFF
ON SCREEN*
ON
OFF
DISPLAY* OFF
ON
DATE/TIME
TELE MACRO
ON
OFF
SCENE 5S
5SD
ANIM.
BEEP/TALLY*
ON
OFF
WIND CUT ON
OFF
SOUND 12 BIT
MODE*
16 BIT
ID NUMBER*
DEMO MODE
ON
OFF
SYSTEM DATE/TIME
MODE MENU
*Menu settings are also effective when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.