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FIRST TIME INITIAL SETUP
When powering the camera ON for the first time the camera will take you through the INITIAL
CAMERA SETUP.
Powering the Camera ON
1. BATTERIES:
Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital video camera.
Alkaline batteries are recommended.
Slide the battery cover on the front of the camera in a downward direction to open the
cover. Insert 2x AA (1.5V) batteries (not included) with the correct polarity, according to
the polarity illustrated inside the battery compartment.
NOTE
:
Rechargeable batteries are not recommended for use.
Remove the batteries from the camera when not in use for an extended period.
Do not mix alkaline and non-alkaline batteries.
Some features, if they are included with your camera such as Flash, will not work if the
battery power level is low.
When the battery power is low the battery icon turns red and the camera will
automatically turn off a few seconds later.
The energy status of the power is displayed on LCD as shown below:
Full battery power
Medium battery power
Low battery power
2. SD MEMORY CARD:
Make sure an SD Memory card has been properly inserted into your camera.
The Memory Card slot is located on the side of your digital video camera.
To properly insert the SD Card:
Push the SD card gently into the slot in the direction shown on the camera (see SD icon
by the SD card slot). Press the SD card until you hear a slight clicking sound. This
indicates the SD card has been inserted correctly.
NOTE:
After the camera is powered on, an SD icon appears on the LCD display. If you do not
see the SD icon on the display, please check if the card was inserted properly.
