BASIC OPERATION OF YOUR CAMCORDER
This section explains the basic techniques of recording videos or photos and also the basic settings on your
camcorder. Set the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using
Power
and
Mode
buttons.
This camcorder provides one record mode for both video and photo recordings.
You can easily record videos or photos in the same mode without having to switch modes.
One play mode is also provided for video and photo recordings.
When the camcorder is turned on, the self-diagnosis function operates and a message may appear.
In this case, refer to "Warning indicators and messages" (on pages 100-102) and take corrective
action.
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Mode
button
Power
button
Turning the camcorder on or off
You can turn the power on or off by pressing the
Power
button.
1.
Open the LCD screen, and then press the
Power
button to turn on the camcorder.
2.
To turn off the camcorder, press the
Power
button.
Setting the operating modes
You can switch the operating mode in the following order each time you press the
Mode
button:
Record mode
Play mode
Mode
Functions
Record mode
To record videos or photos.
Play mode
To play videos or photos, or edit them.
When using this camcorder for the fi rst time
When you use your camcorder for the fi rst time or reset it, the time zone screen appears as part of the
startup display. Select your geographical location and set the date and time.
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If you do not set the date and time, the time zone screen appears every time you turn on the camcorder.
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