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Setting the White Balance (White Balance)
The White Balance function works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode. page 26
The White Balance is a recording function that preserves the unique image colour of the subject in any recording condition.
You may select the appropriate White Balance mode to obtain good quality image colour.
Auto ( ): This mode is generally used to control the White Balance automatically.
Indoor ( ): This controls the White Balance according to indoor ambience.
- Under halogen or studio/video lighting
- Subject is of one dominant colour
- Close up
Outdoor ( ): This controls the White Balance according to the outdoor ambience.
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In daylight, especially for close up and where the subject is of one dominant colour.
Custom WB ( ): This controls the White Balance according to the recording
environment.
1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD].
(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)
2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)].
3. Press the [MENU] button.
The menu list will appear.
4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Camera>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].
5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <White Balance>, then press the
[Joystick(OK)].
6. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select desired mode (Auto, Indoor, Outdoor or
Custom WB), then press the [Joystick(OK)].
Refer to page 56 for details on setting Custom WB.
7. To exit, press the [MENU] button.
The icon of the selected mode is displayed.
When the <Auto> mode is selected, no icon is displayed.
DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording
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MENU
Exit
Camera Mode
►Camera
Program AE
White Balance
Digital Effect
16:9 Wide
DIS
Digital Zoom
►Auto
►Auto
►Off
►Off
►Off
►Off
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Move OK Select
MENU
Exit
Camera Mode
►Camera
Program AE
White Balance
Digital Effect
16:9 Wide
DIS
Digital Zoom
Auto
Indoor
Outdoor
Custom WB
A
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