times power, and from that point activate the digital zoom ([DIGITAL ZOOM], p. 53). Occasional use of the zoom is effective, but use it sparingly for best results.

1cm (approx. 1/2 inch)*

W T

W T

80cm (approx. 2 5/8 feet)*

*The minimum distance required between your camcorder and the subject to get a sharp focus in that position of the lever.

Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.

To record wider range of view

Move the power zoom lever toward W. The subject appears farther away (Wide- angle).

To record closer view

Move the power zoom lever toward T. The subject appears closer (Telephoto).

Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder, then rotate it 180 degrees toward the subject.

A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the picture will be normal when recorded.

Using the self-timer

With the self-timer, you can start recording after a delay of about 10 seconds.

START/STOP

START/STOP

Recording in mirror mode

You can utilize this function when recording yourself, for example.

1 Touch .

2 Touch [SELF-TIMER].

If the item is not displayed on the screen,

touch / . If you cannot find it, touch MENU, then select it from the (CAMERA SET) menu.

60min STBY 0:00:00

SELF-TIMER: OFF

OFF ON

3 Touch [ON], then .

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