Step 4: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder properly

To record or play back, slide the POWER switch to the respective direction.

When using it for the first time, [CLOCK SET] screen appears (p. 21).

POWER switch

1 While pressing the green button, set the POWER switch.

If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), slide it while pressing the green button.

CAMERA: To record pictures.

VCR: To play or edit pictures.

bNote

After you have set the date and time ([CLOCK SET], p. 21), the next time you turn on the power of your camcorder, the current date and time will be displayed on the LCD screen for a few seconds.

2 Hold the camcorder properly.

3 Ensure a good grip, then fasten the grip belt.

To turn off the power

Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).

bNote

If warning messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions (p. 99).

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