Table of Contents

 

Read this first ...........................................................................................

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Enjoying pictures with high definition quality

 

Trying out the new HDV format! ...............................................................

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Features of this camcorder ....................................................................

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Handy Functions for Recording .............................................................

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Viewing video recorded in the HDV format! ...........................................

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Getting Started

 

Step 1: Checking supplied items ............................................................

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Step 2: Attaching the lens hood with lens cover ....................................

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Step 3: Charging the battery pack .........................................................

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

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Step 5: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder ....................................

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Step 6: Setting the date and time ...........................................................

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Changing the language setting...........................................................

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Step 7: Inserting a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo” ..................................

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Recording/Playback

 

Recording ...............................................................................................

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Playback ................................................................................................

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Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings ............................

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Adjusting the zoom..............................................................................

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Adjusting the focus manually ..............................................................

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Adjusting the EXPOSURE/IRIS ............................................................

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Adjusting to Natural Color (White balance).........................................

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Customizing the picture quality (Picture profile) .................................

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Assigning the functions to the ASSIGN buttons .....................................

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Focusing on a distant subject (Focus infinity).....................................

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Recording an index signal ..................................................................

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Reviewing the most recently recorded scenes (Rec review)..............

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Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording

 

(End search)........................................................................................

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Using the Shot transition ....................................................................

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Changing/checking the settings in your camcorder ...............................

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Changing the screen...........................................................................

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Displaying the settings in your camcorder (Status check) .................

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