RECORDING MODE
The
AUDIO RECORDING
Audio can be recorded without an image. About 30 minutes of audio can be stored on a 16MB memory card. Audio is recorded at approximately 8KB/s. A maximum of 180 minutes can be recorded at one time; the optional AC adapter is required for long recordings.
Slide the mode switch to the movie/audio recording position. In section 1 of the menu, change the recording mode to audio, see page 40.
Before recording, the approximate recording time available is displayed on the frame counter. To begin recording, press and release the shutter button.
The frame counter counts down the time. The recording stops when the
When making audio recordings, be careful not to touch or cover the microphone. The quality of the recording is proportional to the subject to microphone distance. For best results, hold the camera approximately 20cm (8in) from your mouth.
Press shutter button to record.
Recording audio. Press shutter to stop.
Remaining recording time
Recording - advanced operation
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Recording - advanced operation
