Adjusting the image during recording

Symptom

Explanation/Solution

 

Set “Focus” to “Auto.” page 73

 

The recording conditions are not suitable for auto

Focus does not adjust

 

focus. Adjust the focus manually. page 73

The lens is dusty on the surface. Clear the lens

automatically.

 

and check the focus.

 

 

 

Recording is being made in a dark location.

 

 

Use a light to brighten the area.

 

This may occur when you make a recording

The image appears too bright or

 

under a fluorescent sodium or or mercury lamp.

flickering, or changes in colour.

 

Cancell “ SCENE” to avoid or minimize this

 

 

phenomenon. page 61

Image’s colour balance is not

White balance adjustment is required. Adjust to

natural.

 

the proper “White Balance.” page 65

 

This is called the focal plane phenomenon. This is

The subject passing by the

 

not a malfunction. Because of the way the image

 

device (CMOS sensor) reads out video signals, the

frame appears very quickly.

 

 

subject passing by the frame rapidly may appear

 

 

 

 

to bend, depending on the recording condition.

Playback on your camcorder

 

 

 

 

Symptom

Explanation/Solution

 

Image files recorded using another device may not

Playback (Play/Pause) function

 

be played on your camcorder.

does not work.

Check out the memory card compatibility.

 

 

page 38

Photo images stored on a

Photo images recorded on other device may not

storage media are not displayed

in the actual size.

 

appear in the actual size. This is not an error.

 

 

Playback is interrupted

Check if the AC power adaptor or battery back is

unexpectedly.

 

properly connected and secure.

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