When using this camcorder for the fi rst time
When you use your camcorder for the fi rst time or reset it, the time zone screen appears for the startup display. Select your
geographical location and set the date and time. If you do not set the date and time, the time zone screen appears every time
you turn on the camcorder.
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BASIC OPERATION OF YOUR CAMCORDER
This section explains the basic techniques of recording movie or photo images and also basic settings on your camcorder.
Set the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using Power
( )
button and
Mode ( ) button
.

Turning the camcorder on or off

You can turn the power on or off by pressing the Power ( )
button
.
1. Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on the
camcorder.
2. To turn off the camcorder, press the Power
( )
button.

Setting the operating modes

• You can switch the operating mode in the following order each time you
press the Mode ( ) button.
- Record mode → Play mode → Record mode
Mode Functions
Record mode To record movie or photos (SMX-C13/C14 only).
Play mode To play movie or photos (SMX-C13/C14 only), or edit them.
preparation
This camcorder provides one record mode for both movie and photo recordings.
You can easily record movies or photos in the same mode without having to switch modes. (SMX-C13/C14 only)
When the camcorder is turned on, the self-diagnosis function operates and a message may appear.
In this case, refer to "Warning indicators and messages" (on pages 114-116) and take corrective action.
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Power ( ) button
LCD screen
Mode ( ) button