Using the PROGRAM AE function
Using the PROGRAM AE function
(1) Set the AUTO LOCK selector to the center (auto lock release) position while the camcorder is in standby, recording, or memory mode.
(2) Press PROGRAM AE. The PROGRAM AE indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode. The PROGRAM AE mode changes as follows:
Aperture priority mode y Shutter speed priority mode y Sports lesson mode y Sunset & Moon mode y Low lux mode
When you select the aperture priority mode or the shutter speed priority mode, press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
(4) In aperture priority mode ( 
A) or shutter speed priority mode ( 
S), turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired aperture value (F value) or shutter speed.
Aperture priority mode:
Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired aperture value. As you turn the dial, the F value changes between F1.6 and F11.
For a smaller aperture, select a higher value. The gain and shutter speed change in accordance with the selected aperture value.
Shutter speed priority mode:
Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired shutter speed. As you turn the dial, shutter speed changes between 1/60 and 1/10000.
For a faster shutter speed, select a smaller value indicator on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. The gain and aperture values change in accordance with the selected shutter speed.
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To cancel using the PROGRAM AE function
Set the AUTO LOCK selector to AUTO LOCK or press PROGRAM AE. The PROGRAM AE indicator disappears from the LCD or viewfinder screen.
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