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Chapter 1: Connections & SetupParts Checklist......................................................................................... 6
Buttons and Controls .............................................................................7
Getting Started....................................................................................... 9
Unpack the camcorder and accessories .......................................... 9
Adjust the hand strap ......................................................................9
Attach the lens cap ........................................................................10
Attach the power supply ...............................................................10
Turn on the camcorder...................................................................11
Set the LIGHT switch to AUTO....................................................... 11
Insert a cassette tape .....................................................................12
Use the LCD monitor or viewfinder to see what’s recording ......13
Start recording ...............................................................................14
Play your recording ........................................................................14
Turn off the camcorder.................................................................. 15
Powering the Camcorder .....................................................................15
Charging the Battery .....................................................................15
Battery Level Icon........................................................................... 18
Battery Care and Storage ..............................................................18
Using the Power Supply................................................................. 19
Using the Shoulder Strap..................................................................... 20
Setting the Date and Time................................................................... 21
Setting the Tape Recording Speed...................................................... 22
Chapter 2: Using the MonitorsSeeing What You Are Recording......................................................... 24
Using the LCD Monitor ..................................................................24
Using the Viewfinder .....................................................................25
On-screen Icons..................................................................................... 26
Warning Icons................................................................................. 26
Recording and Playback Icons .......................................................27
Other Icons .....................................................................................32