12 EN
RECORDING
Basic Recording
NOTE:
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
Power (
Z
pg. 4)
Tape Length Setting (
Z
pg. 8)
Recording Format Setting (
Z
pg. 10)
Grip Adjustment (
Z
pg. 11)
Viewfinder Adjustment (
Z
pg. 11)
1

LOAD A CASSETTE

First open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 60
degrees.
Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert
the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to
ensure the holder is closed and locked.
Shooting While Watching The Viewfinder
2

ENTER RECORD-STANDBY MODE

Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked.
Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to open the
lens cover, then set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”
(“AUTO” or “PRO.”).
•The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the
Record-Standby mode.
•The scene you are aimed at appears on the
viewfinder screen, with the word “PAUSE”
superimposed upon it.
3

START SHOOTING

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.
•“ ” appears in the viewfinder while recording is
in progress.
Power lamp
Tally lamp
(lights while recording is in progress)

Power Switch Position

According to the Power Switch position you have selected, the following functions are available:
LENS COVER Open/Close Ring
Power Switch
Recording Start/Stop Button
Allows you to record using
NO special effects or manual
adjustments. Suitable for
standard recording.
Allows you to switch off the
camcorder.
Allows you to set various
recording functions using the
menus. If you want more creative
capabilities than full auto
recording, try this mode.
AUTO
(Full Auto mode): PRO.
(PRO. mode): POWER OFF:
EJECT Switch