Notes on use
You can use only MICROMV cassettes in your camcorder.
Your camcorder is based on the MICROMV format. You can use only MICROMV cassettes with micro Cassette Memory in your camcorder.
Notes on the MICROMV format
•Records and plays back for about 60 minutes with quality equal to that of DV (digital video).
•The micro Cassette Memory feature is provided with all MICROMV cassettes. Your camcorder can access any scene easily using the memory (Multi- picture search function).
•Adopts the MPEG2 format as a data compression method. This format is the same as the one for DVD (digital versatile disc). Records in 12Mbps bit rate to obtain a higher quality of image.
•Transition between the last scene you recorded and
the next scene is the still image. This is not a malfunction.
The 
mark is indicated on the MICROMV cassette.
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 an ordinary “Memory Stick,” in your camcorder (p. 97).
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 and lens
•The LCD screen is 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.
These points are normal results of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way.
•Exposing the LCD screen 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.
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Note on connecting other device
Before connecting your camcorder to other device such as a VCR or a computer with an 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. This may cause a malfunction of your camcorder.
Note on using this manual
•The images of the LCD screen used on this manual are captured using a digital still camera, and thus may appear different from what you see.
Notes on using the camcorder
•Hold your camcorder with your hand through the loop of the hand strap as shown in the following illustration.
•Be careful not to touch the lens.
•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.
•You can change the language to be used for screen display on your camcorder (p. 20).
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