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set to both “A” and “M”. However, the menu settings can |
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● It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP mode on |
| OFF: Disables the function. |
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| this camcorder be played back on this camcorder. |
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[12 bit]: Enables video recording of stereo sound on four |
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separate channels, and is recommended for use when |
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performing Audio Dubbing. (Equivalent to the 32 kHz |
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16 bit: Enables video recording of stereo sound on two |
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16X
[40X]*: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 16X (10X for
700X*: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 16X (10X for
*Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “VIDEO”.
[FULL]: Snapshot mode with no frame
FRAME: Snapshot mode with frame
[FULL]
For details on the procedure, refer to “Snapshot (For Video Recording)” ( pg. 31).
[OFF]: Disables the function.
ON: Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance more than 1 m (3.3 ft) 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 (2 ft).
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
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