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Step 5 Preparing a disc for recording
A new DVD-R or DVD-RW is required for recording. You cannot overwrite or delete
data recorded on a DVD-R, but you can delete data and record again with a DVD-RW.
The preparation procedure is different depending on the type of disc you use.
Notes
•When you insert or remove a disc, move the grip belt to the bottom of the camcorder
so as not to obstruct the operation with your hand, etc..
•Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder while [DISC ACCESS] or
[PREPARING TO OPEN COVER] is displayed on the LCD display.
•Formatting is required when a DVD-RW is used for the first time.
Make sure that the disc is not exposed to fingerprints and dust.
1
Set the mode dial to
(Movie) or
(Still).
2
Turn the power on by pressing the POWER button for a few seconds.
3
Slide the disc cover OPEN switch in the direction of the arrow.
Opening melody rings once, then the camcorder beeps intermittently.
[PREPARING TO OPEN COVER] appears on the LCD display. After the beeps
stop, the disc cover opens slightly automatically. Open the cover completely.
4
Set the disc with the label side facing out, then press the center of the disc until
it clicks to seat it firmly on the center spindle .
ACCESS lamp
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