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The subjects passing by the frame very fast appear crooked.
• This is called focal plane phenomenon. This is not a malfunction. Because of the way that the
image device (CMOS sensor) reads out image signals, the subjects passing by the frame
rapidly might appear crooked depending on the recording conditions.
Horizontal stripes appear on the image.
• This occurs when recording pictures under a fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp, or mercury
lamp. This is not a malfunction. This can be improved by changing the shutter speed (p. 39).
Black bands appear when you record a TV screen or computer screen.
• Adjust the shutter speed (p. 39).
Fine patterns flicker, diagonal lines look jagged.
• Adjust [DETAIL] to the negative side (p. 53).
The time code is not recorded in sequence.
• The time code may not be recorded sequentially if you change the settings of [REC
FORMAT].
Image color is not correct.
• Cancel NIGHTSHOT (p. 46).
The image is not visible because the screen is too bright.
• Press the FULL AUTO button to set auto mode on.
• Cancel NIGHTSHOT (p. 46).
Cannot adjust [LCD BRIGHT].
• [LCD BRIGHT] cannot be adjusted in the following cases.
– The LCD screen is in the stowed position with the screen facing outward.
– When using the AC Adaptor.
Troubleshooting (Continued)
