Step 6: Inserting a disc or a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”

When recording images by setting the media to the internal memory (HDR-UX20) in “Step 5,” you do not need to perform the procedure in “Step 6.”

Disc

When you set the media to [DISC] in “Step 5”, a new 8 cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R, or DVD+R DL is required for recording (p. 16).

bNotes

Remove dust or fingerprints from the disc beforehand, using a soft cloth (p. 128).

1 Check that the power of your camcorder is on.

3 Set the disc with the recording side facing your camcorder, then press the center of the disc until it clicks.

Set the disc with the label side facing out when using a single-sided disc.

2 Slide the disc cover OPEN switch in the direction of the arrow(OPEN ).

[PREPARING TO OPEN] appears on the LCD screen, then the disc cover opens slightly, automatically.

ACCESS lamp (Disc)Disc cover OPEN switchPickup lens
4 Close the disc cover.[DISC ACCESS] appears on the LCD screen.

It may take some time for the camcorder to recognize the disc, depending on the disc type and condition.

Skip to step 7 when you use a DVD-R/ DVD+R DL.5 When you use a DVD-RW/ DVD+RW, touch [Use DISC SELECT GUIDE].
When the disc cover opens slightly, open it further.

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