wd VTR START button

Press this button to start recording. Press it again to stop recording. The effect is exactly the same as that of the VTR button on the lens.

wf VTR SAVE/STBY (VTR power saving/standby) switch

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This switch controls the VTR power mode during pauses in recording (REC PAUSE).

SAVE: Power saving mode. When you press the VTR START button, there is a short delay before recording starts, but power consumption is less than in standby mode, and battery life is extended. When the switch is set to SAVE, the VTR SAVE indicator in the viewfinder lights.

STBY: Standby mode. Recording starts as soon as you press the VTR START button. Avoid allowing the camcorder to remain in STBY (standby) mode for a long time.

wg EJECT (cassette eject) button

Press this button to eject or load a cassette.

wh REW (rewind) button and indicator

Press this button to rewind the tape. The indicator lights during rewinding.

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