Storage Media

Symptom

Explanation/Solution

 

 

 

• Insert a memory card into your camcorder properly. page 28

Memory card functions are not operable.

• If you use a memory card formatted on a computer, format it again directly on your

 

camcorder. page 82

 

 

 

• Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the memory card, if any. page 30

Image cannot be deleted.

• You cannot move or delete the protected images. Release the protection of the

 

image on the device. page 99

 

 

 

• Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the memory card, if any. page 30

You cannot format the memory card.

• The memory card is not supported on your camcorder or the card has some

 

problems.

 

 

 

• The file may be corrupted.

The data file name is not indicated

• The file format is not supported by your HD camcorder.

correctly.

• Only the file name is displayed if the directory structure complies with the

 

international standard.

 

 

Adjusting the image during recording

Symptom

Explanation/Solution

 

 

 

• Set “Focus” to “Auto.” page 69

 

• The recording conditions are not suitable for auto focus.

Focus does not adjust automatically.

Adjust the focus manually. page 69

• The lens is dusty on the surface. Clear the lens and check the focus.

 

 

• Recording is being made in a dark location.

 

Use a light to brighten the area.

 

 

The image appears too bright or flickering,

• This may occur when you make a recording under a fluorescent sodium or mercury

lamp. Cancel “iSCENE” to avoid or minimize this phenomenon.

or changes in color.

page 59

 

 

 

Image’s color balance is not natural.

• White balance adjustment is required. Adjust to the proper “White Balance.”

page 62

 

 

 

 

• This is called the focal plane phenomenon. This is not a malfunction. Because

The subject may appear bent when

of the way the image device (CMOS sensor) reads out video signals, the subject

passing through the frame quickly.

passing by the frame rapidly may appear to bend, depending on the recording

 

condition.

 

 

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