To adjust the LCD panel, open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). You can

rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to the lens side (2) to record in mirror mode.

190 degrees to thecamcorder290 degrees (max.)2180 degrees (max.)

The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in color) that appear constantly on the LCD screen. These points are normal results of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way.

Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander.

Insulation sheet

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Types of “Memory Stick” you can use with your camcorder

For recording movies, it is recommended that you use a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” of 1 GB or larger marked with:

(“Memory Stick PRO Duo”)*

(“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo”)

*Marked with Mark2 or not, either can be used.

A “Memory Stick PRO Duo” of up to 8 GB has been confirmed to operate correctly with this camcorder.

See page 11 for the recordable time of a “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”

“Memory Stick PRO Duo” and “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” are both called as “Memory Stick PRO Duo” in this manual.

On recording

Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the image and sound are recorded without any problems.

Compensation for the contents of recordings cannot be provided, even if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of the camcorder, recording media, etc.

TV color systems differ depending on the country/region. To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV.

Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the copyright laws.

On playing back recorded images on other devices

Your camcorder is compatible with MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 High Profile for HD (high definition) image quality recording. Therefore, you cannot play back images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality on your camcorder with the following devices;

Other AVCHD format compatible devices which are not compatible with High Profile

Devices which are not compatible with the AVCHD format

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