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Step 4: Turning the power on and holding your
camcorder properly
To record or play back, set the POWER
switch to the respective positions.
When you use your camcorder for the first
time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears
(p. 16).
1
Slide the POWER switch to
CAMERA or VCR while you press
the green button.
CAMERA:
To record pictures.
VCR:
To play or edit pictures.
b
Notes
• The current date and time appear on the LCD
screen for a few seconds when you turn on your
camcorder once you set the date and time
([CLOCK SET], p. 16).
2
Hold the camcorder properly.
3
Ensure a good grip, then fasten
the grip belt.
To turn off the power
Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG)
while pressing the green button.
b
Notes
• If warning messages appear on the screen,
follow the instructions.
POWER switch
Press and hold the
green button when
you slide the
POWER switch
from OFF (CHG).
