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Adjusting the image during recording
Symptom
Explanation/Solution
Focus does not adjust
automatically.
• Set
“Focus”
to
“Auto.”
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• The recording conditions are not suitable for auto
focus. Adjust the focus manually.
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• The lens is dusty on the surface. Clear the lens
and check the focus.
• Recording is being made in a dark location.
Use a light to brighten the area.
The image appears too bright or
flickering, or changes in color.
• This may occur when you make a recording
under a fluorescent sodium or or mercury lamp.
Cancel
“ SCENE”
to avoid or minimize this
phenomenon.
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Image’s color balance is not
natural.
• White balance adjustment is required. Adjust to
the proper
“White Balance.”
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The subject passing by the
frame appears very quickly.
• This is called the focal plane phenomenon. This is
not a malfunction. Because of the way the image
device (CMOS sensor) reads out video signals, the
subject passing by the frame rapidly may appear
to bend, depending on the recording condition.
Playback on your camcorder
Symptom
Explanation/Solution
Playback (Play/Pause) function
does not work.
• Image files recorded using another device may not
be played on your camcorder.
• Check out the memory card compatibility.
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Photo images stored on a
storage media are not displayed
in the actual size.
• Photo images recorded on other device may not
appear in the actual size. This is not an error.
Playback is interrupted
unexpectedly.
• Check if the AC power adaptor or battery back is
properly connected and secure.
