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Table of ContentsRead this first ...........................................................................................2
Trying out the new HDV format! ...............................................................9
Features of this camcorder ....................................................................10
Handy Functions for Recording .............................................................11
Viewing video recorded in the HDV format! ...........................................12
Step 1: Checking supplied items ............................................................13
Step 2: Attaching the lens hood with lens cover ....................................14
Step 3: Charging the battery pack .........................................................15
Step 4: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder properly .....18
Step 5: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder ....................................19
Step 6: Setting the date and time ...........................................................21
Changing the language setting...... ................................................ .....22
Step 7: Inserting a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo” ..................................23
Recording ...............................................................................................25
Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings ............................28
Adjusting the zoom.......................................... .................................... 28
Adjusting the focus manually ..................................... ......................... 29
Adjusting the image brightness .................................... ...................... 30
Adjusting to Natural Color (White balance)........ ................................. 33
Customizing the picture quality (Picture profile) .............. ................... 34
Adjusting the volume............................... ............................................ 39
Assigning the functions to the ASSIGN buttons .....................................41
Recording an index signal..................................................................42
Reviewing the most recently recorded scenes (Rec review)..............42
Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording
(End search)................................. ............................................... ........42
Using the Shot transition ................................ .................................... 43
Playback ................................................................................................46
Changing/checking the settings in your camcorder ...............................49
Changing the screen...................... ................................................ .....49
Displaying recording data (Data code)...... ......................................... 49