Read this first ...........................................................................................
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Trying out the new HDV format! ...............................................................
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Features of this camcorder ....................................................................
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Handy Functions for Recording .............................................................
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Viewing video recorded in the HDV format! ...........................................
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Step 1: Checking supplied items ............................................................
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Step 2: Attaching the lens hood with lens cover ....................................
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Step 3: Charging the battery pack .........................................................
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Step 4: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder properly .....
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Step 5: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder ....................................
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Step 6: Setting the date and time ...........................................................
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Changing the language setting...........................................................
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Step 7: Inserting a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo” ..................................
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Recording ...............................................................................................
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Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings ............................
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Adjusting the zoom..............................................................................
Adjusting the focus manually ..............................................................
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Adjusting the image brightness ..........................................................
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Adjusting to Natural Color (White balance).........................................
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Customizing the picture quality (Picture profile) .................................
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Adjusting the volume...........................................................................
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Assigning the functions to the ASSIGN buttons .....................................
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Recording an index signal ..................................................................
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Reviewing the most recently recorded scenes (Rec review)..............
Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording
(End search)........................................................................................
Using the Shot transition ....................................................................
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Playback ................................................................................................
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Changing/checking the settings in your camcorder ...............................
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Changing the screen...........................................................................
Displaying recording data (Data code)...............................................
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