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On playing back HDV tapes on other devices

You cannot play back a tape recorded in the HDV format on DV format video cameras or on mini DV players.

Check the contents of tapes by playing them back on this camcorder prior to playing them back on other devices.

Note on the icons used in this manual

Features available for the HDV format only

Features available for the DV format only

This function that can be used when i.LINK cable is connected.

The function that can be assigned to an ASSIGN button.

About this manual

The images of the LCD screen and the viewfinder used in this manual for illustration purposes are captured using a digital still camera, and therefore may appear different.

The on-screen displays in each local language are used for illustrating the operating procedures. Change the screen language before using your camcorder if necessary (p. 25).

Design and specifications of recording media and other accessories are subject to change without notice.

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