Notes on use
Note on Cassette Memory
Your camcorder is based on the DV format. You can use only mini DV cassettes in your camcorder. Use of mini DV cassettes with Cassette Memory is recommended as you can use Title search (p. 59), Date
search (p. 60), [ 
TITLE] (p. 79), [ 
TAPE TITLE] (p. 81).
Cassettes with Cassette Memory are marked
with 
.
Note on the type of “Memory Stick” you can use in your camcorder
You can use only a “Memory Stick Duo,” which is about half the size of a standard “Memory Stick,” in your camcorder (p. 125).
The 
mark is indicated on the “Memory Stick Duo.”
Notes on recording
•Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the picture and sound are recorded without any problems.
•Compensation for the contents of recordings cannot be provided, even if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc.
•TV color systems differ depending on the countries/ regions. To view your recordings on a TV, you need a PAL
•Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the copyright laws.
Notes on the LCD panel, viewfinder, and lens
•The LCD screen and the viewfinder are manufactured using extremely
However, there may be some tiny black points and/ or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in color) that appear constantly on the LCD screen and the viewfinder.
These points are normal results of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way.
•Exposing the LCD screen, the viewfinder, or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods of time may cause malfunctions. Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors.
•Do not aim at the sun. Doing so might cause your camcorder to malfunction. Take pictures of the sun only in low light conditions, such as at dusk.
Note on connecting other device
Before connecting your camcorder to other device such as a VCR or a computer with a USB or i.LINK cable, be sure to insert the connector plug in the proper direction. If you insert the connector plug forcibly in the wrong direction, the terminal may be damaged, or this may cause a malfunction of your camcorder.
Notes on using this manual
•The images of the LCD screen and the viewfinder used on this manual are captured using a digital still camera, and thus may appear different from what you see.
•The
Notes on using the camcorder
• Hold your camcorder correctly.
•To ensure a good grip, fasten the grip belt as shown in the following illustration.
•When you are using the touch panel, place your hand on the back side of the LCD panel to support it. Then, touch the buttons displayed on the screen.
Touch the button on the LCD screen.
•If you install the
•Be careful not to press buttons on the LCD frame accidentally when you open or close the LCD panel, or when you adjust the angle of the LCD panel.
•Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts.
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