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(Warning indicator pertaining to
incompatible memory card)
Incompatible memory card is inserted (p. 19).
(Warning indicator pertaining to
the write-protect of the memory card)
Access to the memory card was restricted on
another device.
(Warning indicator pertaining to the
flash)
Fast flashing
There is something wrong with the flash.
(Warning indicator pertaining to
camera-shake warning)
The amount of lights is not sufficient, so
camera-shake easily occurs. Use the flash.
The camcorder is unsteady, so camera-shake
easily occurs. Hold the camcorder steady with
both hands and record the image. However,
note that the camera-shake warning indicator
does not disappear.
(Warning indicator pertaining to drop
sensor)
The drop sensor function (p. 90) is activated,
and has detected that the camcorder has
been dropped. Therefore, the camcorder is
taking steps to protect the internal hard disk.
Recording/playback may be disabled as a
result.
The drop sensor function does not guarantee
the protection of the internal hard disk under
all possible situations. Use the camcorder
under stable conditions.
(Warning indicator pertaining to
photo recording)
The recording media is full.
Photos cannot be recorded during processing.
Wait for a while, then record.
When [ REC MODE] is set to [HD FX], you
cannot record photos while recording movies.
(Warning indicator pertaining to smile
shutter)
The smile shutter cannot be used with the
current setting of the camcorder.
Tips
You may hear a melody when some warning
indicators appear on the screen.
Description of warning messages
If messages appear on the screen, follow the
instructions.
Recording media
Internal memory format error.
HDD format error.
The internal recording media of the
camcorder is set differently from the default
format. Performing [MEDIA FORMAT]
(p. 85) may enable you to use your camcorder.
This will delete all data in the internal
recording media.
Data error.
An error occurred during reading or writing
the internal recording media of the camcorder.
If the message is preceded by a GPS indicator,
there may be some trouble with the GPS
receiver. Turn on your camcorder again.
(HDR-CX550V/XR550V)
This may occur when you keep applying shock
on the camcorder.
Movies recorded on other devices may not be
played back.
