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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. 28)

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. 40 cm (1.4 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 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.

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.