
of the sun only in low light conditions, such as at dusk.
About changing the language setting
The
Recording
Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure that the image 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 country/region. 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.
Playing back recorded images on other devices
Your camcorder is compatible with
Other AVCHD format compatible devices which are not compatible with High Profile
Devices which are not compatible with the AVCHD format
Discs recorded with HD image quality (high definition)
This camcorder captures high definition footage in the AVCHD format. DVD media containing AVCHD footage should not be used with DVD based players or recorders, as the DVD player/ recorder may fail to eject the media and may erase its contents without warning. DVD media containing AVCHD footage may be played on a compatible
Save all your recorded image data
To prevent your image data from being lost, save all your recorded images on external media periodically. It is recommended that you save the image data on a disc such as a
Notes on battery pack/AC Adaptor
Be sure to remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor after turning off the camcorder.
When the camcorder is connected to a computer
Do not try to format the media of the camcorder using a computer. If you do so, your camcorder may not operate correctly.
Note on disposal/transfer
Even if you perform [DELETE ALL]/ [
DELETE ALL], [
DELETE ALL] or [MEDIA FORMAT] (p. 63) or formatting the media of the camcorder, you may not delete data from the media completely. When you transfer the camcorder, it is recommended that
you perform [EMPTY] (p. 64) to prevent the recovery of your data. Also, when you dispose of the camcorder, it is recommended that you destroy the actual body of the camcorder.
If you cannot record/play back images, perform [MEDIA FORMAT]
If you repeat recording/deleting images for a long time, fragmentation of data occurs on the recording media. Images cannot be saved or recorded. In such a case, save your images on some type of external media first (p. 56, see Operating Guide too), and then perform [MEDIA FORMAT] (p. 63).
Carl Zeiss lens
Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. It adopts the MTF measurement system for video cameras and offers a quality typical of a Carl Zeiss lens.
MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. The number value indicates the amount of light from a
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