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

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

SAVE: Power saving mode. When you press the VTR START button, 2 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.

Note

Even if the switch is set to the STBY position, the camcorder can automatically turn to power saving mode when the tape does not run for a certain period. In such a case, the VTR SAVE indicator in the viewfinder lights.

This function is effective when a setting other than OFF is selected for the STILL TIMER item on the VTR MODE 4 page of the MAINTENANCE menu. The STILL TIMER item also allows you to select the time until the camcorder turns to power saving mode.

For detailed information, refer to the Maintenance Manual.

wl EJECT (cassette eject) button

Press this button to eject or load a cassette.

e; REW (rewind) button and indicator

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

ea F FWD (fast forward) button and indicator

Press this button to fast forward the tape. The indicator lights during fast forward.

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