Using the fader(1) When fading in [a]

In the standby, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes.

When fading out [b]

In the recording, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes. The indicator changes as follows:

FADER t M. FADER t BOUNCE t MONOTONE (no indicator)T DOT T WIPE T OVERLAP

The last selected fader is indicated first of all.

(2) Press START/STOP. The fader indicator stops flashing.

After fade in/out ends, your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode.

START/STOP

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FADER

FADER

To cancel the fader

Before pressing START/STOP, press FADER until the indicator disappears.

Note

You cannot use the following functions while using the fader. Also, you cannot use the fader while using the following functions:

Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” in the tape recording or recording standby

Tape photo recording

Digital effect

Interval recording

Frame recording

When you select OVERLAP, WIPE, or DOT

Your camcorder automatically stores the image recorded on a tape. While the image is being stored, the indicators flash fast, and the playback picture disappears. At this stage, the picture may not be recorded clearly, depending on the tape condition.

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