Recording

Using the Silent Mode

When the Silent mode is used, the LCD monitor darkens and operation sounds will not be output. Use this mode to record quietly in dark places such as during a performance.

0Tappears when “SILENT MODE” is set to “ON”.

0To mute only the operating sound, set “OPERATION SOUND” in the menu to “OFF” instead of using the silent mode.

“ OPERATION SOUND ” (A p. 90)

oOperating procedure

A Tap “MENU”.

0The top menu appears. B Tap “SILENT”.

C Tap “ON”.

Zooming

The angle of view can be adjusted using zoom.

0Use the W end (wide angle end) to shoot a wider field of view.

0Use the T end (telephoto end) to magnify the subject for shooting.

0The following zoom options are available:

-Optical zoom (1 - 40x)

-Dynamic zoom (41 - 60x)

-Digital zoom (41 – 200x)

0You can also use the zoom (WT) button on the touch screen to zoom.

0Tap the WT button, then press and hold the T (telephoto end) or W (wide angle end) button.

Useful Settings for Recording

0When “AUTO POWER OFF” is set to “ON”, this unit turns itself off automatically to conserve power when it is not operated for 5 minutes. (When using the AC adapter, this unit goes into standby mode.)

“AUTO POWER OFF ” (A p. 91)

0When “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is set to “FACE TRACKING”, this unit detects faces and automatically adjusts its brightness and focus to record the faces more clearly.

“Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)” (A p. 37)

Caution :

0Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight.

0While this unit may be used with the LCD monitor reversed and closed, the temperature rises more easily. Leave the LCD monitor open when using this unit for long periods of time, or in places exposed to direct sunlight or high temperatures.

0The power may turn off to protect the circuit if the temperature of this unit rises too much.

0Do not remove the AC adapter or SD card when the POWER/ACCESS lamp is lighted. The recorded data may become unreadable.

0This unit is a microcomputer-controlled device. Electrostatic discharge, external noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such a case, close the monitor screen to turn off the power and remove the AC adapter, then press the Reset button to reset this unit.

“Resetting this Unit” (A p. 6)

Memo :

0Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording.

0Depending on the shooting conditions, the four corners of the screen may appear dark, but this is not a malfunction. In this case, change the shooting conditions by moving the zoom lever, etc.

Memo :

0When digital zoom is used, the image becomes grainy as it is digitally enlarged.

0The zoom ratio range can be changed.

“ ZOOM ” (A p. 80)

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