Others
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ª
Zoom Microphone Function
≥
The Zoom Microphone Function may not work
effectively if the surrounding noise is too loud.
≥
It does not work with an external microphone.
ª
Digital Zoom Functions
≥
As the magnification of digital zoom increases,
the quality of image may deteriorate.
≥
White balance cannot be set in the digital zoom
range.
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Image Stabilizer Function
≥
The Image Stabilizer Function does not operate
in a dimly lit place. In this case, the [
[
]
Indication flashes.
≥
Under fluorescent lighting, image brightness
may change or colours may not look natural.
≥
After-images may appear.
≥
When a tripod is used, it is recommended that
you turn the Image Stabilizer off.
≥
Within the digital zoom range, or when
recording with a conversion lens attached, the
Image Stabilizer Function may not work
effectively.
≥
When you record pictures with setting 10
k
or
more of magnification and turning the Image
Stablizer Function to [ON] in dim places,
after-images may stand out. In this case, we
recommend using a tripod with turning the
Image Stablizer Function to [OFF].
ª
Backlight Compensation Function
≥
When setting the Iris manually, the Backlight
Compensation Function does not work.
≥
By operating the [OFF/ON] Switch, the
Backlight Compensation Function is cancelled.
ª
Night View Functions
≥
In a bright place, such as outdoors, the
recorded picture may become whitish.
≥
In a dark place, the recorded picture is
presented in a time-lapse-like manner.
≥
Adjust the Focus manually.
≥
The Progressive Photoshot Function is
automatically turned off.
≥
The Continuous Photoshot Function cannot be
used.
≥
White Balance cannot be set.
≥
The shutter speed cannot be adjusted.
≥
The Image Stabilizer, Programme AE, Multi
Title Screen, or Digital Effect Modes in
[EFFECT1] cannot be set.
≥
When recording with the Night View Function, it
is recommended that you use the tripod.
≥
The Night View Function makes the signal
charging time of CCD up to 25 times longer than
usual, so that the dark scenes that are invisible
to the naked eyes can be recorded brightly. For
this reason, a bright dots may be seen, but this
is not a malfunction.
≥
The Image Stabilizer Function does not work. In
this case, the [
[
] Indication flashes.
≥
The Soft Skin Function and the Backlight
Compensation Function cannot be changed.
ª
Wind Noise Reduction Function
≥
It does not work with the microphone on an
external microphone.
≥
When it is set to [ON], directivity of microphone
is regulated depending on the strength of wind
to reduce wind noise.
ª
Cinema Function
≥
Using the Cinema Mode does not widen the
recording angle.
≥
If you play back tape recorded in Cinema Mode
on a wide-screen (16:9) format TV, playback
size is automatically adjusted to fit the TV
screen format. Please refer to the TV’s
operating instructions for details.
≥
When images are displayed on a TV screen, the
Date/Time Indication may be erased in some
cases.
≥
Depending on the TV, the picture quality may
be deteriorated.
≥
The Cinema Mode is cancelled when a Title is
displayed.
≥
The Cinema Mode and the Title Creation cannot
be used simultaneously.
≥
Using the Cinema Mode deactivates [MULTI]
and [P-IN-P] of [EFFECT1].
≥
Depending on the software in use, the imported
Cinema picture may not be displayed correctly.
ª
Programme AE
≥
If any of the Programme AE Modes are
selected, you cannot adjust the shutter speed
(
-78-
) or iris (
-78-
).
≥
Using the Night View Function cancels any of
the Programme AE modes.
≥
Using the Light Function cancels any of the
Program AE modes.
Sports Mode
≥
During normal playback, the image
movement may not look smooth.
≥
Because the colour and brightness of the
playback image may change, avoid
recording under fluorescent light, mercury
light or sodium light.
≥
If you record a subject illuminated with
strong light or a highly reflective subject,
vertical lines of light may appear.
≥
If the light is insufficient, the [
5
]
Indication flashes.
Sports Mode/Portrait Mode
≥
If you record a still picture in Progressive
Photoshot Mode, the brightness and hue of
the recorded still picture may become
unstable.
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