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Part Names .............................................................1
Warning Indicators..................................................4
Operation References
Preparation
Basic Operations
Attaching and Removing the Battery Pack............. 5
Charging the Battery Pack......................................7
Powering the Camcorder from an AC Outlet.......... 8
Inserting and Removing a Cassette .......................9
Installing the Lithium Batteries.............................. 10
Setting the Date and Time ....................................12
Using the Lens Cap.............................................. 13
Adjusting the Hand Strap .....................................14
Using the Grip.......................................................14
Detaching the Lens Hood..................................... 15
Using the Viewfinder............................................. 15
Using the LCD Monitor .........................................17
Tips on Recording Positions................................. 18
Camera Recording
Easy Camera Recording in Full Auto Mode..........19
Zooming................................................................ 20
Power Standby Mode ...........................................21
Turning on/off the Backlight.................................. 21
Auto Focus............................................................ 22
Macro Shots.......................................................... 22
Remaining Recording Time Display .....................23
Remaining Battery Power Display ........................23
Playback
Playback ...............................................................24
Volume Control......................................................25
Still ........................................................................25
Video Search.........................................................25
Watching Playback on a TV.................................. 26
Contents
Supplied Accessories........................................................................................ xi
Optional Accessories......................................................................................... xi
Precautions....................................................................................................... xii