(Warning indicator pertaining to camera-shake warning)

The camcorder is unsteady, so camera-shake easily occurs. Hold the camcorder steady with both hands and record the image. However, note that the camera-shake warning indicator does not disappear.

(Warning indicator pertaining to drop sensor)

The drop sensor function (p. 77) is activated, and has detected that the camcorder has been dropped. Therefore, the camcorder is taking steps to protect the hard disk. Recording/ playback may be disabled as a result.

The drop sensor function does not guarantee the protection of the hard disk under all possible situations. Use the camcorder under stable conditions.

(Warning indicator pertaining to photo recording)

The recording media is full.

Tips

You may hear a melody when some warning indicators appear on the screen.

Description of warning messages

If messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions.

Recording media

HDD format error.

The internal hard disk of the camcorder is set differently from the default format. Performing [MEDIA FORMAT] (p. 62) may enable you to use your camcorder. This will delete all data in the internal hard disk.

Data error.

An error occurred during reading or writing the internal hard disk of the camcorder. This may occur when you keep applying shock on the camcorder.

The Image Database File is damaged. Do you want to create a new file?

The image management file is damaged. When you touch [YES], a new image management file is created. The old recorded images on the media cannot be played back (Image files are not damaged). If you execute [REPAIR IMG. DB F.] after creating new information, playing back the old recorded images may become possible. If it does not work, copy the image using the supplied software.

Inconsistencies found in Image Database File. Do you want to repair the Image Database File?

The Image Database File is damaged. Do you want to repair the Image Database File?

The image management file is damaged, and you cannot record movies or photos. Touch [YES] to repair.

You can record photos on “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.

Buffer overflow

You cannot record because the drop sensor senses a drop of the camcorder repeatedly. If you are at risk of dropping the camcorder constantly, set [DROP SENSOR] to [OFF], and you may be able to record the image again (p. 77).

Contents of Table

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