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English
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HD Camcorder
Instruction Manual
Camscope HD
Manuel dinstruction
Videocmara HD
Manual de Instrucciones
Mini DigitalVideoCassette
Please read also the following instruction manual
(electronic version on PDF file). For further details refer to
the installation guide.
Veuillez lire aussi le manuel dinstruction suivant (version
lectronique sur fichier PDF). Pour dautres dtails rfrez-
vous au guide dinstallation.
Lea tambin el siguiente manual de instrucciones (versin
electrnica en archivo PDF). Para mayores detalles,
refirase a la gua de instalacin.
Digital Video Software
English
Digital Video SoftwareVersion 32
Instruction Manual
PUB.DIM-0918-000
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Introduction
Important Usage InstructionsWARNING!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THISPRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING!TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYINGINTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
COPYRIGHT WARNING:Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights ofcopyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.
HD Camcorder, VIXIA HV40 A systems
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) Thisdevice may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for class B digital device, pursuant toPart 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energyand, if not installed and use in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radiocommunications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If thisequipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turningthe equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the followingmeasures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual.If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Canon U.S.A., Inc.One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A.Tel No. (516)328-5600
CAUTION:TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLYINSERT.
The Mains plug is used as the disconnect device. The Mains plug shall remain readilyoperable to disconnect the plug in case of an accident.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if the wrong type of batteries are attached. Use only the same type
of batteries. Do not expose batteries or product to excessive heat such as the inside of a car under
direct sunlight, fire, etc.
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Important Warning
CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICSHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (ORBACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTSINSIDE. REFER SERVICING TOQUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,within an equilateral triangle, is intended toalert the user to the presence of uninsulateddangerous voltage within the productsenclosure, that may be of sufficient magnitudeto constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point, within an equilateraltriangle, is intended to alert the user to thepresence of important operating andmaintenance (servicing) instructions in theliterature accompanying the product.
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In these safety instructions the word product
refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HV40 Aand all its accessories.
1 Read these instructions.2 Keep these instructions.3 Heed all warnings.4 Follow all instructions.5 Do not use this apparatus near water.6 Clean only with dry cloth.7 Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) thatproduce heat.
8 Do not defeat the safety purpose of thepolarized or grounding-type plug. Apolarized plug has two blades with onewider than the other. A grounding type plughas two blades and a third groundingprong. The wide blade or the third prongare provided for your safety. If the providedplug does not fit into your outlet, consult anelectrician for replacement of the obsoleteoutlet.
9 Protect the power cord from being walkedon or pinched particularly at plugs,convenience receptacles, and the pointwhere they exit from the apparatus.
10 Only use attachments/accessoriesspecified by the manufacturer.
11 Unplug this apparatus during lightningstorms or when unused for long periods oftime.
12 Refer all servicing to qualified servicepersonnel. Servicing is required when theapparatus has been damaged in any way,such as power-supply cord or plug isdamaged, liquid has been spilled or objectshave fallen into the apparatus, theapparatus has been exposed to rain ormoisture, does not operate normally, or hasbeen dropped.
13 Read Instructions All the safety andoperating instructions should be readbefore the product is operated.
14 Retain Instructions The safety andoperating instructions should be retainedfor future reference.
15 Heed Warnings All warnings on theproduct and in the operating instructionsshould be adhered to.
16 Follow Instructions All operating and
maintenance instructions should befollowed.
17 Cleaning Unplug this product from thewall outlet before cleaning. Do not useliquid or aerosol cleaners. The productshould be cleaned only as recommendedin this manual.
18 Accessories Do not use accessories notrecommended in this manual as they maybe hazardous.
19Avoid magnetic or electric fields Do notuse the camera close to TV transmitters,portable communication devices or othersources of electric or magnetic radiation.They may cause picture interference, orpermanently damage the camera.
20 Water and Moisture Hazard of electricshock Do not use this product nearwater or in rainy/moist situations.
21 Placing or Moving Donot place on an unstable
cart, stand, tripod, bracketor table. The product mayfall, causing serious injuryto a child or adult, andserious damage to theproduct.A product and cart combination should bemoved with care. Quick stops, excessiveforce, and uneven surfaces may cause theproduct and cart combination to overturn.
22 Power Sources The CA-570 CompactPower Adapter should be operated onlyfrom the type of power source indicated on
the marking label. If you are not sure of thetype of power supply to your home, consultyour product dealer or local powercompany. Regarding other power sourcessuch as battery power, refer to instructionsin this manual.
23 Polarization The CA-570 CompactPower Adapter is equipped with apolarized 2-prong plug (a plug having oneblade wider than the other). The 2-prongpolarized plug will fit into the power outletonly one way. This is a safety feature. If
you are unable to insert the plug fully intothe outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plugstill fails to fit, contact your electrician toreplace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeatthe safety purpose of the polarized plug.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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24 Power Cord Protection Power cordsshould be routed so that they are not likelyto be walked on or pinched by items placedupon or against them. Pay particularattention to plugs and the point from whichthe cords exit the product.
25 Outdoor Antenna Grounding If anoutside antenna is connected to theproduct, be sure the antenna is groundedso as to provide some protection againstvoltage surges and built-up static charges.Section 810 of the National ElectricalCode, ANSI / NFPA No. 701984,provides information with respect to propergrounding of the mast and supportingstructure, grounding of the lead-in wire toan antenna discharge unit, size ofgrounding conductors, location of antennadischarge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for thegrounding electrode. See figure 1.
26 Lightning For added protection of thisproduct during a lightning storm, or when itis left unattended and unused for longperiods of time, disconnect it from the walloutlet and disconnect the antenna. This willprevent damage to the product due tolightning and power-line surges.
27 Overloading Do not overload wall outletsand extension cords as this can result in arisk of fire or electric shock.
28 Objects and Liquid Entry Never pushobjects of any kind into this productthrough openings as they may touchdangerous voltage points or short out partsthat could result in a fire or electric shock.Be careful not to spill liquid of any kind ontothe product.
29 Servicing Do not attempt to service thisproduct yourself as opening or removingcovers may expose you to dangerousvoltage or other hazards. Refer allservicing to qualified service personnel.
30 Damage Requiring Service Disconnectthis product from the wall outlet and allpower sources including battery, and referservicing to qualified service personnelunder the following conditions:a. When the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged.b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or
objects have fallen into, the product.c. If the product has been exposed to rain
or water.d. If the product does not operate normally
even if you follow the operating
instructions.Adjust only those controls that arecovered by the operation instructions.Improper adjustment of other controlsmay result in damage and will oftenrequire extensive work by a qualifiedtechnician to restore the product to itsnormal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or thecabinet has been damaged.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct
change in performance. This indicates aneed for service.
31 Replacement Parts When replacementparts are required, be sure the servicetechnician has used replacement parts thatare specified by Canon or that have thesame characteristics as the original part.Unauthorized substitutions may result infire, electric shock or other hazards.
32 Safety Check Upon completion of anyservice or repairs to this product, ask theservice technician to perform safety checks
to determine that the product is in safeoperating order.
33 Heat The product should be situatedaway from heat sources such as radiators,heat registers, stoves, or other products(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING ASPER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNALEAD INWIRE
ANTENNA DISCHARGEUNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDINGCONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDINGELECTRODE SYSTEM(NEC ART 250. PART H)
NEC - NATIONALELECTRICAL CODE
ELECTRICSERVICE
EQUIPMENT
GROUNDCLAMP
Fig. 1
When replacement of the power supply is required, please return it to the responsible nearestCanon Service Center and please replace it with the same type number CA-570.
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The Adapter can be used with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC. For areas where120 V AC power is not used, you will need a special plug adapter. Contact your nearest CanonService Center for further information.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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Enjoying High-Definition VideoPreserve your most treasured memories, be it unforgettable scenery orcherished moments spent with family and friends, with high-definition video
recordings of a quality second only to actually being there.
What is High-Definition Video?
High-definition video (HDV) allows you to recordvideo of unparalleled high quality on regularminiDV tapes. HDV is composed of 1,080horizontal lines that is more than twice thenumber of horizontal lines and approximately 4times the number of pixels in standard-definitionTV broadcasts resulting in eye-catching colorsand richly detailed video recordings.
How to play back your HDV recordings?
On a high-definition TV (HDTV) ( 72)HDV recordings will be played back in their original high quality.On standard definition TVs ( 73)HDV recordings will be down-converted to match the resolution of the TV set.
What is the Cinema Mode?
Give your recordings a cinematic look by using the [ CINE MODE]recording program ( 48). Combine this recording mode with the high-definition, 24 fps progressive frame rate [ HDV(PF24)]or[ HDV(24F)]( 40)to get the enhanced effect of the 24p CinemaMode.
1,080 lines
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Enjoying High-Definition Video ....................................................................... 7About this Manual ......................................................................................... 11
Getting to Know the CamcorderSupplied Accessories....................................................................................13Components Guide ....................................................................................... 14Screen Displays ............................................................................................17
Preparations
Getting StartedCharging the Battery Pack ............................................................................20Inserting and Removing a Tape .................................................................... 22Inserting and Removing a Memory Card ...................................................... 22
Preparing the Camcorder..............................................................................23The Wireless Controller ................................................................................23
Adjusting the LCD Screen............................................................................. 24Using the Menus
Selecting an Option from the FUNC. Menu .................................................. 25Selecting an Option from the Setup Menus ..................................................25
First Time SettingsChanging the Language................................................................................ 26Changing the Time Zone............................................................................... 26Setting the Date and Time ............................................................................27
Basic Functions
RecordingRecording Movies ......................................................................................... 28Recording Still Images ..................................................................................29Zooming ........................................................................................................ 30
PlaybackPlaying Back Movies..................................................................................... 31
Adjusting the Volume: Speaker and Headphones......................................... 32Returning to a Pre-marked Position..............................................................33
Locating the End of the Last Scene ..............................................................34Locating Scenes by Recording Date.............................................................34Viewing Still Images ...................................................................................... 35Magnifying the Playback Image .................................................................... 36
Advanced Functions
Menu Options ListsFUNC. Menu Options....................................................................................37Setup Menus.................................................................................................39
Using the Recording ProgramsRecording Programs ..................................................................................... 48
Giving a Cinematic Look to your Recordings................................................49Flexible Recording: Changing the Aperture and Shutter Speed ............... 49
Special Scene: Recording Programs to Match Special Conditions............... 51
Table of contents
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Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and ColorManual Exposure Adjustment and Automatic Backlight Correction ..............52Manual Focus Adjustment .............................................................................53Magnifying the Image on the Screen.............................................................53White Balance ...............................................................................................54
Image Effects.................................................................................................55Still Image Recording Options
Selecting the Size and Quality of Still Images ...............................................56Capturing a Still Image while Recording Movies ...........................................57Light Metering Mode......................................................................................58
Automatic Focus Priority................................................................................59Continuous Shooting and Exposure Bracketing............................................60
Other FunctionsUsing the CUSTOM Key................................................................................61On-Screen Displays.......................................................................................61
Flash..............................................................................................................63Mini Video Light .............................................................................................64Self Timer ......................................................................................................64
Audio Recording Level ..................................................................................65Digital Effects.................................................................................................67
Editing Functions
Still Image OptionsErasing Still Images.......................................................................................69Protecting Still Images ...................................................................................69Initializing the Memory Card ..........................................................................70
External Connections
Connecting to a TV or VCRConnection Diagrams ....................................................................................71Playback on a TV Screen ..............................................................................74Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Recorder .............................................75
Analog Line-In Recording ..............................................................................76Digital Video Dubbing ....................................................................................77
Analog/Digital Conversion .............................................................................78Connecting to a Computer
PC Connection Diagrams..............................................................................80Transferring Video Recordings ......................................................................81Transferring Still Images Direct Transfer ....................................................82Transfer Orders .............................................................................................83
Connecting to a PrinterPrinting Still Images Direct Print .................................................................84Selecting the Print Settings ...........................................................................85Trimming Settings..........................................................................................87Print Orders ...................................................................................................87
Additional Information
Trouble?Troubleshooting.............................................................................................89List of Messages............................................................................................93
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Dos and DontsHandling Precautions.................................................................................... 96Maintenance/Others......................................................................................99Cleaning the Video Heads ............................................................................99Using the Camcorder Abroad ..................................................................... 100
General InformationSystem Diagram ......................................................................................... 101Optional Accessories .................................................................................. 102Product Codes ............................................................................................105Specifications ..............................................................................................106Index ...........................................................................................................109
Trademark Acknowledgements miniSD is a trademark of SD Card Association. Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries. is a trademark. HDV and the HDV logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of Japan,
Ltd. (JVC). HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Other names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective companies. ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY MANNER
THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING VIDEO INFORMATIONFOR PACKAGED MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDERAPPLICABLE PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2 PATENT PORTFOLIO, WHICH LICENSE ISAVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET, SUITE 300, DENVER,COLORADO 80206.
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Thank you for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HV40. Please read this manual carefullybefore you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorderfail to operate correctly, refer to the Troubleshootingtable ( 89).
Conventions Used in the Manual IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder operation. NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. POINTS TO CHECK: Restrictions that apply if the function described is notavailable in all operating modes (the operating mode to which the camcorder should beset, etc.). : Reference page number.Screen refers to the LCD and the viewfinder screen.The photos included in the manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera.
About this Manual
Setting the Date and Time
1 Press .2 Select ( ) the icon and press
( ) to open the setup menus.
3 Select ( ) [DATE/TIME SETUP]and press ( ).
4 Select ( ) [DATE/TIME] and press( ).
The first field of the date will beindicated with blinking up/down
arrows.
5 Change ( ) each field of the dateand time and move ( ) to the next
field.
6 Press ( ) to start the clock.7 Press to close the menu.
IMPORTANT
If you do not use the camcorder for about 3
months, the built-in rechargeable lithium batterymay discharge completely and the date and
time setting may be lost. In such case, recharge
the built-in lithium battery ( 98) and set the
time zone, date and time again.
You can also change the date format ( 47).
DATE/TIME SETUP
DATE/TIME JAN. 1, 2009 12:00 AM
FUNC.
( 25)
FUNC.
FUNC.
Brackets [ ] and capital letters are used to refer to menuoptions as they are displayed on screen. Menu options inboldface indicate the default setting (for example[ON],
[OFF]).
Buttons and switches to be operated
Menu item shown at its default position
Names of buttons and switches other than the joystick areindicated within a buttonframe (for example ).FUNC.
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About the Joystick and the Joystick Guide
The mini joystick allows you to control many of the camcorders operations and tomake selections and changes in the camcorders menus.
The functions assigned to the joystick change according to the operation mode and thecamcorders settings. Press ( )to display/hide the joystick guide to remind you of the
joysticks functions.
About the Operating Modes
The camcorders operating mode is determined by the positions of the switch and the/ switch. In the manual, indicates that a function is available in the operating
mode shown and indicates that the function is not available. When no operating modeicons are given, the function is available in all operating modes.
Operating Mode Switch / Switch Icon Display Operation
CAMERA
(Tape)
Recording movieson the tape 28
(Memory card)
Recording still imageson the memory card 29
PLAY
(Tape)
Playing moviesfrom the tape 31
(Memory card)
Viewing still imagesfrom the memory card 35
Push the joystick up, down, left or right( , ) to select an item or changesettings.
Press the joystick itself ( ) to save thesettings or confirm an action. On menuscreens, this is indicated by the SET icon
.
When the guide contains multiple pages, [NEXT] and the page numbericon ( ) will appear at the bottom position. Push the joystick( )toward [NEXT] to display the next `page of the guide.
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Introduction
Getting to Know the Camcorder
* Includes the electronic version of the Digital Video Softwareinstruction manual on PDF file.
Supplied Accessories
CA-570 Compact PowerAdapter(incl. power cord)
BP-2L13 Battery Pack WL-D87 WirelessController
Lithium Button BatteryCR2025 for WirelessController
CTC-100/S ComponentCable
STV-250N Stereo VideoCable
IFC-300PCUUSB Cable
DIGITAL VIDEOSOLUTION DISKSoftware CD-ROM* andInstallation Guide
Red Green Blue plugs Yellow Red White plugs
Online product registration for USA Customers only.
Register your product online at www.registercanon.com
Protect your productWe will keep the model number and date of purchase of your new Canon product onfile to help you refer to this information in the event of an insurance claim such as loss
or theft.Receive information on new products and promotions
Upon your request, we will send you information on Canon new products andpromotions.
The serial number of this product can be found at the battery attachment unit of thecamcorder. Write down the number and other information here and retain this book as apermanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft.Date of Purchase: Model Name: VIXIA HV40 A
Purchased From: Serial No.:Dealer Address:Dealer Phone No.:
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Names of buttons and switches other than thejoystick are indicated within a buttonframe (forexample ).
Components Guide
Left side view
Front view
Right side view
FOCUS lever ( 53)
CUSTOM key ( 61)
FOCUS button ( 53)
Speaker
DISP. (display) button ( 61)/
LCD backlight button (long press) ( 24)
LIGHT button ( 64)/
(print/share) button ( 82,85)
USB terminal ( 80)
CARD access indicator( 29)/
CHARGE indicator ( 20)
Memory card slot ( 22)/ (tape/card) switch ( 12)
Mode switch ( 48)
Terminal cover
MIC (microphone) terminal ( 66)
AV terminal ( 71)/
(headphones) terminal ( 32)
COMPONENT OUT terminal ( 71)
Grip belt ( 23)
Instant AF sensor ( 39)Flash ( 63)
Mini video light ( 64)
Remote sensor ( 23)
FUNC.
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Introduction
Names of buttons and switches other than thejoystick are indicated within a buttonframe (forexample ).
Back view
Top view
Bottom view
LCD screen ( 24)
Dioptric adjustment lever ( 23)
Viewfinder ( 23)
Terminal cover
START/STOP button ( 28)
switch ( 12)
Power indicator
Joystick ( 12)
FUNC. button ( 25, 37)
RESET button ( 89)
Serial number- The serial number label is
located on the back surface of the battery
attachment unit. Remove the battery pack to
find it.
DC IN terminal ( 20)
HDV/DV terminal ( 71,80)
(rewind) button ( 31)/
Zoom out W(wide-angle) button ( 30)
(fast forward) button ( 31)/
Zoom in T(telephoto) button ( 30)
/ (play/pause) button ( 31)/
START/STOP button ( 28)
(stop) button ( 31)/
MAGNIFY button ( 53)
HDMI OUT terminal ( 71,74)
OPEN/EJECT switch( 22)
Stereo microphone
Cassette compartment( 22)
Cassette compartment cover( 22)
Zoom lever ( 30)
PHOTO button ( 29)
Lock button
Advanced accessory shoe ( 63, 66)
Tripod socket( 29)
BATTERY RELEASE switch ( 20)
Strap mount
FUNC.
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Wireless Controller WL-D87
WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL-D87
START/
STOP PHOTO ZOOM
CARD
DATE SEARCH
REW PLAY FF
STOP
PAUSE SLOW
DISP. TV SCREENZERO SETMEMORY
START/STOP button ( 28)
CARD /+ buttons ( 35)
DATE SEARCH / buttons ( 34)
REW button ( 31)
/ button ( 31)
PAUSE button ( 31)
SLOW button ( 31)
ZERO SET MEMORY button ( 33)
DISP. (on-screen display) button ( 61)
PHOTO button ( 29)
Zoom buttons ( 30)
PLAY button ( 31)
FF button ( 31)
STOP button ( 31)
+/ button ( 31)
button ( 31)
TV SCREEN button ( 45)
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Introduction
Screen Displays
Recording MoviesMagnification ( 46,53)
Self timer ( 64)Recording reminder
Instant AF ( 39)/Manual focus ( 53)
Recording standard (HDV or DV) ( 40)
DV recording mode ( 41)
Tape operation
Time code (hours : minutes : seconds)
Remaining tape
Remaining battery charge
DV audio mode ( 41)Microphone attenuator ( 65)
Wind screen off ( 41)
Image stabilizer ( 40)
Headphones output ( 32)
Backlight correction ( 52)
Function assigned to the CUSTOM key
( 61)Recording Still ImagesFocus assist functions ( 45)
Level marker ( 45)Condensation warning ( 99)
Mini video light ( 64)
Remote sensor off ( 46)
Audio level indicator (microphone) ( 65)
Zoom ( 30), Exposure ( 52)
Light metering mode ( 58)
Drive mode ( 60)
Still image quality/size ( 56)
Number of still images available on thememory card
Recording program ( 48) AF frame ( 59)
White balance ( 54) Camcorder shake warning ( 39)
Image effect ( 55) Advanced accessory shoe ( 101)
Digital effects ( 67) Flash ( 63)
Still image quality/size
(simultaneous recording) ( 57)
Autofocus (AF) and exposure (AE) locked
( 29)
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Recording reminder
The camcorder counts from 1 to 10seconds when you start recording. This ishelpful to avoid scenes that are too short.
Tape operation
Record, Record pause,Stop, Eject,
Fast forward, Rewind,Playback, Playback pause,
Reverse playback pause,x1 Playback (normal speed),
x1 Reverse playback (normal speed),
x2 Playback (double speed),x2 Reverse playback (double speed),
Fast forward playback,Rewind playback,
Slow playback,Slow reverse playback,
Frame advance,Frame reverse,
/ Date search ( 34),/ Zero set memory ( 33)
Remaining tape
Indicates the remaining time of the tape inminutes. moves during recording.When the tape reaches its end, the displaychanges to END. When the time left is less than 15
seconds, the remaining tape time may notappear.
Depending on the type of the tape, theremaining time displayed may not becorrect. In any case, you will be able torecord on the tape the number of minutesthat appears on the videocassettes label(for example, 85 minutes).
Remaining battery charge
When starts flashing in red, replacethe battery pack with a fully charged one. When you attach an empty battery pack,the power may turn off without displaying . Depending on the conditions under whichthe camcorder and the battery pack areused, the actual battery charge may not beindicated accurately.
Number of still images available on the
memory card
Depending on the recording conditions, thenumber of still images available displayedmay not decrease even after a recordinghas been made, or may decrease by 2 stillimages at once.
Card Access Display is displayed next to the number ofimages available while the camcorder iswriting on the memory card.
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Introduction
Playing Movies
Tape operation
Time code (hours : minutes : seconds : frames)
Remaining tapeData code ( 62)
Recording made in[ HDV(24F)] mode ( 40)Search function display
END SEARCH ( 34)/
DATE SEARCH ( 34)
Quality/size for capturing still images ( 58)
Audio level indicator ( 65)
Viewing Still Images
Image number ( 42)
Current image / Total number of images
Histogram ( 62)
Image protection mark ( 69)
Still image quality/size
Date and time of recording
Recording program ( 48)
Manual focus ( 53)
Light metering mode ( 58)
Manual exposure ( 52)
Image effect ( 55)
Image size ( 56)
File size
Aperture value ( 49)
Shutter speed ( 49)
White balance ( 54)
Flash ( 63)
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Preparations
Getting Started
Charging the Battery Pack
The camcorder can be powered with abattery pack or directly using the compactpower adapter. Charge the battery packbefore use.
1 Connect the power cord to the
compact power adapter.2 Plug the power cord into a power
outlet.
3 Connect the compact power adapterto the camcorders DC IN terminal.
4 Attach the battery pack to thecamcorder.Press the battery pack softly into thebattery attachment unit and slide it up
until it clicks in place.5 Charging will start when the
camcorder is turned off. The CHARGE indicator startsflashing. The indicator will go out whenthe battery pack is fully charged. You can also use the compact poweradapter without attaching a batterypack. When the compact power adapter isconnected, even if a battery isattached its power will not beconsumed.
ONCETHEBATTERYPACKISFULLYCHARGED
1 Disconnect the compact poweradapter from the camcorder.
2 Unplug the power cord from thepower outlet and the compact
power adapter.
TOREMOVETHEBATTERYPACK
Slide in the
direction of the arrow and hold it
pressed down. Slide the battery pack
down and then pull it out.
IMPORTANT
You may hear some noise from the compactpower adapter during use. This is not amalfunction.We recommend charging the battery pack intemperatures between 10 C and 30 C (50 Fand 86 F). Outside the temperature range of0 C to 40 C (32 F to 104 F), the charging willnot start.Do not connect to the camcorders DC INterminal or to the compact power adapter any
electrical equipment that is not expresslyrecommended for use with this camcorder.To prevent equipment breakdowns and
excessive heating, do not connect the supplied
Getting Started
CHARGEindicator
Remove the batteryterminal coverbefore attaching thebattery pack
BATTERYRELEASE switch
BATTERY RELEASE
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compact power adapter to voltage converters for
overseas travels or special power sources such as
those on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters, etc.
NOTES
The CHARGE indicator also serves as arough estimate of the battery charge status.Continuously on: Battery fully charged.Flashes approx. twice per second: Battery over50% charged.Flashes approx. once per second: Battery lessthan 50% charged.The charging time will vary depending on thesurrounding temperature and the battery packsinitial charge condition. In cold places, the
effective usage time of the battery willdecrease.
We recommend that you prepare batterypacks 2 to 3 times longer than you think youmight need.USA and Canada only:TheLithium ion/polymer battery that
powers the product is recyclable.Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY forinformation on how to recycle thisbattery.
Charging, Recording and Playback Times
The times given in the table below are approximate and vary depending on the actualcharging, recording or playback conditions.
* Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, power on/off.
Battery Pack NB-2LH BP-2L13 BP-2L14 BP-2L24H
Charging Time 130 min. 200 min. 225 min. 370 min.
Maximum Recording Time
Viewfinder 70 min. 120 min. 150 min. 240 min.
LCD [NORMAL] 65 min. 115 min. 140 min. 230 min.
LCD [BRIGHT] 65 min. 110 min. 135 min. 220 min.
Typical Recording Time*
Viewfinder 40 min. 75 min. 85 min. 145 min.
LCD [NORMAL] 35 min. 70 min. 80 min. 140 min.
LCD [BRIGHT] 35 min. 65 min. 80 min. 135 min.Playback Time 85 min. 145 min. 175 min. 290 min.
Maximum Recording Time
Viewfinder 80 min. 140 min. 165 min. 290 min.
LCD [NORMAL] 75 min. 135 min. 155 min. 280 min.
LCD [BRIGHT] 75 min. 125 min. 150 min. 265 min.
Typical Recording Time*
Viewfinder 45 min. 80 min. 95 min. 160 min.
LCD [NORMAL] 45 min. 75 min. 90 min. 155 min.
LCD [BRIGHT] 40 min. 75 min. 85 min. 150 min.Playback Time 95 min. 165 min. 195 min. 340 min.
HDV
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Inserting and Removing a TapeUse only videocassettes marked with the
logo. To record in HDV standard werecommend using tapes specifically
designed for high definition.
1 Slide fully in thedirection of the arrow and open the
cassette compartment cover.The cassette compartment opensautomatically.
2 Insert the cassette.
Insert the cassette with the windowfacing the grip belt.
To remove the cassette pull it straightout.
3 Press the mark on thecassette compartment until it clicks.
4 Wait for the cassette compartmentto retract automatically and close
the cassette compartment cover.
IMPORTANT
Do not interfere with the cassettecompartment while it is opening or closingautomatically, or attempt to close the cover
before the cassette compartment has fullyretracted.Be careful not to get your fingers caught inthe cassette compartment cover.
NOTES
If the camcorder is connected to a powersource, cassettes can be inserted/removedeven if the switch is set to (CHG).
Inserting and Removing a Memory Card
Use only commercially available miniSDcards.
1 Turn off the camcorder.2 Open the LCD panel.3 Open the memory card slot cover.4 Insert the memory card straight with
the miniSD label facing up, all the
way into the memory card slot until
it clicks.
5 Close the cover.Do not force the cover closed if thememory card is not correctly inserted.
TOREMOVETHEMEMORYCARDFirst push the memory card once to
release it, and then pull the card out.
OPEN/EJECT
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IMPORTANT
Make sure to initialize all memory cardsbefore using them with this camcorder for thefirst time ( 70).Memory cards have front and back sides thatare not interchangeable. Inserting a memorycard facing the wrong direction can cause amalfunction of the camcorder.
NOTES
Proper operation cannot be guaranteed for allminiSD cards.
Preparing the Camcorder
1 Turn on the camcorder.The lens cover will open automatically.
2 Adjust the viewfinder.Keep the LCD panel closed to use theviewfinder and adjust the dioptricadjustment lever as necessary.
3 Fasten the grip belt.Adjust the grip belt so that you canreach the zoom lever with your index
finger, and the START/STOP buttonwith your thumb.
The Wireless Controller
Inserting the Battery
(Lithium Button Battery CR2025)
1 Press the tab in the direction of thearrow and pull out the batteryholder.
2 Place the lithium button battery withthe + side facing up.
3 Insert the battery holder.
Using the Wireless Controller
Point the controller at the camcordersremote sensor when you press the
buttons.
NOTES
The wireless controller may not work properlywhen the remote sensor is situated understrong light sources or direct sunlight.If the wireless controller does not work, check
that [WL.REMOTE] is not set to [OFF ]( 46). Otherwise, replace the battery.
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Adjusting the LCD Screen
Rotating the LCD Panel
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees.
You can rotate the panel 90 degreesdownward.
You can rotate the panel 180 degreestoward the lens (allowing the subject tomonitor the LCD screen while you use theviewfinder). Rotating the panel 180degrees is also useful if you wish toinclude yourself when recording with theself timer.
LCD Backlight
You can set the brightness of the LCDscreen to normal or bright.
Hold pressed down for more
than 2 seconds.Repeat this action to toggle between thenormal and bright settings.
NOTES
This setting does not affect the brightness ofthe recording or the viewfinder screen.Using the bright setting will shorten theeffective usage time of the battery pack.You can also adjust the brightness of the LCDfrom the menu ( 45).
180
90
Subject can monitorthe LCD screen
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Using the Menus
Many of the camcorders functions can beadjusted from the menus that open afterpressing the FUNC. button ( ).For details about the available menuoptions and settings, refer to MenuOptions Lists( 37).
Selecting an Option from the FUNC.
Menu
1 Press .2 Select ( ) the icon of the function
you want change from the left side
column.
3 Select ( ) the desired setting
from the available options at thebottom bar.
The selected option will be highlightedin light blue. Menu items not availablewill appear grayed out.
4 Press to save the settingsand close the menu.
You can press to close themenu at any time. With some settings you will need topress ( ) and make furtherselections. Follow the additionaloperation guides that will appear on
the screen (such as the icon,small arrows, etc.).
Selecting an Option from the Setup
Menus
1 Press .2 Select ( ) the icon and press
( ) to open the setup menus.
You can also hold presseddown for more than 1 second to opendirectly the setup menus screen.
3 Select ( ) the desired menu fromthe left side column and press ( ).
The title of the selected menu appearson top of the screen and under it thelist of settings.
4 Select ( ) the setting you want tochange and press ( ). An orange frame will indicate themenu item currently selected. Menuitems not available will appear grayedout. To return to the menu selectionscreen, select ( ) [ RETURN] andpress ( ).
5 Select ( ) the desired option and
press ( ) to save the setting.6 Press .You can press to close themenu at any time.
Using the Menus
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First Time Settings
Changing the Language
Options
Default value
1 Press .2 Select ( ) the icon and press
( ) to open the setup menus.
3 Select ( ) [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]and press ( ).
4 Select ( ) [LANGUAGE] and press( ).
5 Select ( , ) the desired optionand press ( ).
6 Press to close the menu.
NOTES
If you changed the language by mistake,follow the mark next to the menu item tochange the setting.The displays and that appear insome menu screens refer to the name ofbuttons on the camcorder and will not change,regardless of the language selected.
Changing the Time ZoneDefault value
1 Press .2 Select ( ) the icon and press( ) to open the setup menus.
3 Select ( ) [DATE/TIME SETUP]and press ( ).
4 Select ( ) [T.ZONE/DST] andpress ( ).
The time zone setting appears. Thedefault setting is New York.
5 Select ( ) your time zone andpress ( ).To adjust for daylight saving time,select the time zone with the marknext to the area.
6 Press to close the menu.
Time Zones
Once you have set the time zone, dateand time, you do not need to reset theclock every time you travel to anothertime zone. Select the time zone referringto the date and time displayed on thescreen.
First Time Settings
DISPLAY SETUP/
LANGUAGE ENGLISH
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FUNC.
FUNC.
DATE/TIME SETUP
T.ZONE/DSTNEW YORK
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Setting the Date and Time
1 Press .
2 Select ( ) the icon and press( ) to open the setup menus.
3 Select ( ) [DATE/TIME SETUP]and press ( ).
4 Select ( ) [DATE/TIME] and press( ).
The first field of the date will beindicated with blinking up/downarrows.
5 Change ( ) each field of the dateand time and move ( ) to the next
field.
6 Press ( ) to start the clock.7 Press to close the menu.
IMPORTANT
If you do not use the camcorder for about 3months, the built-in rechargeable lithium battery
may discharge completely and the date andtime setting may be lost. In such case, rechargethe built-in lithium battery ( 98) and set thetime zone, date and time again.You can also change the date format ( 47).
DATE/TIME SETUP
DATE/TIME JAN. 1, 2009 12:00 AM
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Basic Functions
Recording
Recording Movies
1 Holding the lock button presseddown, set the switch to
CAMERA.
2 Move the / switch to(tape).If necessary, you can change the
recording standard (HDV or DV)( 40).3 Press to begin
recording.
Press again to pause therecording.
TOREVIEWTHELASTSCENERECORDED
1 Set the mode switch to .2 If the joystick guide does not appear
on screen, press ( ) to display it.3 Push the joystick ( ) toward .
If does not appear on the joystickguide, repeatedly push the joystick( ) toward [NEXT] to display the
joystick guide in the illustration above. The camcorder will play back a fewseconds of the last recording madeand return to record pause mode. If thecurrently selected recording standardis different from that of the lastrecording, the picture may not beplayed back correctly.
WHENYOUHAVEFINISHEDRECORDING
1 Close the LCD panel.2 Turn off the camcorder.3 Remove the tape.4 Disconnect the power source and
remove the battery pack.
NOTES
Previous recordings overwritten by a newrecording cannot be recovered. Before you startrecording, search for the end of the lastrecording ( 34).To protect the tape and video heads, thecamcorder will enter the stop mode ( ) if left inrecord pause ( ) mode for 4 minutes 30seconds. To resume recording press
.When recording in very loud places (such asfireworks shows or concerts), sound may
Recording
Before You Begin Recording
Make a test recording first to check if thecamcorder operates correctly. Ifnecessary, clean the video heads ( 99).
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START/STOP
START/STOP
START/STOP
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become distorted or it may not be recorded atthe actual levels. This is not a malfunction.About the Power Save mode: To save powerwhen the camcorder is powered by a batterypack, the camcorder will automatically shut off if
left without any operations for 5 minutes( 46). To restore the power, turn thecamcorder off and then on again.About the LCD and viewfinder screen: Thescreens are produced using extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques, with morethan 99.99% of the pixels operating tospecification. Less than 0.01% of the pixelsmay occasionally misfire or appear as black,red, blue or green dots. This has no effect onthe recorded image and does not constitute a
malfunction.When using a tripod: Do notleave the viewfinder exposed todirect sunlight as it may melt(due to concentration of the lightby the lens). Do not use tripodswith fastening screws longerthan 5.5 mm (0.2 in.). Doing somay damage the camcorder.When recording movies, try to get a calm, stable
picture.
Excessive camcorder movement while shootingand extensive use of fast zooms and panningcan result in jittery scenes. In extreme cases,the playback of such scenes may result invisually induced motion sickness. If youexperience such a reaction, immediately stopthe playback and take a rest break asnecessary.
Recording Still Images
1 Holding the lock button presseddown, set the switch to
CAMERA.2 Move the / switch to
(memory card).
3 Press halfway. Once the focus is automaticallyadjusted, will turn green and one ormore AF frames will appear. When you press on thewireless controller, the still image is
recorded immediately.4 Press fully.The CARD access indicator will flashas the image is being recorded.
Before using a memory card for the firsttime, be sure to initialize it with this
camcorder ( 70).
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PHOTO
PHOTO
PHOTO
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IMPORTANT
Observe the following precautions while thecard access display ( ) appears on screenand when the CARD access indicator is on or
flashing. Failing to do so may result inpermanent data loss.- Do not open the memory card slot cover anddo not remove the memory card.- Do not disconnect the power source or turn offthe camcorder.- Do not change the position of the / switch or the operating mode.
NOTES
If the subject is not suitable for autofocus,turns yellow. Adjust the focus manually ( 53).When the subject is too bright, OVEREXP.starts flashing. In such case, use the optionalFS-43U II ND filter.
Zooming
POINTS TO CHECK
: In addition to the 10x opticalzoom, the 200x digital zoom is alsoavailable ( 39).
10x Optical Zoom
Move the zoom lever towardWtozoom out (wide-angle). Move it towardTto zoom in (telephoto).
You can also change the zoom speed( 39). You can select one of three fixedzoom speeds or a variable speed thatdepends on how you operate the zoomlever: Press gently for a slow zoom; pressharder for faster zooms.
NOTES
You can also use the Tand Wbuttons on the
wireless controller or the LCD panel. The zoomspeed with these buttons will be the same aswith the camcorder (when one of the fixed zoomspeed levels is selected) or fixed at[ SPEED 3] (when [ VARIABLE] isselected).When set to [ VARIABLE], the zoomspeed will be faster in the record pause mode.Keep at least 1 m (3.3 ft.) away from thesubject. At wide-angle, you can focus on asubject as close as 1 cm (0.39 in.).
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Zoom in
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Playback
Playing Back Movies
Play back the tape on the LCD display orclose the LCD panel to use theviewfinder.
1 Holding the lock button presseddown, set the switch to
PLAY.
2 Move the / switch to(tape).
3 Locate the point where you want tobegin the playback.
Press to rewind or to fastforward the tape.
4 Press to begin the playback.
DURINGPLAYBACK
5 Press again to pause theplayback.
6 Press to stop the playback.
NOTES
You can display the date and time of therecording and other camcorder data registeredwhen the recording was made ( 62).During some special playback modes, youmay notice some video problems (blocky videoartifacts, banding, etc.) in the playback picture.During playback, you may notice some videoproblems at the point where the standard of therecording (HDV/DV) changes.
Playback
( 12)/
/
Special Playback Modes
To enter most special playback modes you need to operate the buttons on the wirelesscontroller ( 16). There is no sound during the special playback modes.
Special playback mode Initial modeOn the camcorder
press
On the wireless
controller pressFast playback Normal playback Press and holdor
Press and holdor
Reverse playback Normal playback
1 frame reverse/advance Playback pause or
Frame-by-frameplayback
Playback pause
Press and holdor
Slow playback Normal or reverseplayback
Double speed playback Normal or reverseplayback
Return to normalplayback
Special playbackmode
REW FF
SLOW
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During the playback of HDV recordings:Eventhough their icons will appear on screen, thefollowing special playback modes are notavailable.- Reverse slow playback
- Frame reverse- Double speed playback (forward or reverse)To protect the tape and video heads, thecamcorder will enter the stop mode ( ) if left inplayback pause ( ) mode for 4 minutes 30seconds. To resume the playback press .
Adjusting the Volume: Speaker and
HeadphonesThe camcorder plays the sound with thebuilt-in speaker. When youre using theviewfinder for playback, you can connecta pair of headphones to listen to thesound. You can also use the headphonesto check the audio level while recording.
Adjusting the Volume of the Speaker
1 If the joystick guide does not appearon screen, press ( ) to display it.
2 Push the joystick ( ) towardor to adjust the volume. To turn off the volume completely,keep pressing ( ) until the volumeicon changes to . You can press ( ) again to hide the
joystick guide during playback.
Using Headphones
The headphones are connected to theAV/ terminal, which is used for both theheadphones and the audio/video output.Before connecting the headphones,follow the procedure below to change thefunction of the terminal from AV output to
(headphones) output and make surethe icon appears on the screen.
Default value
1 Press .2 Select ( ) the icon and press
( ) to open the setup menus.
3 Select ( ) [ PLAY/OUTSETUP2]* and press ( ).
4 Select ( ) [AV/PHONES] andpress ( ).
5 Select ( ) [ PHONES] and press( ).
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/
+-
( 12)
PLAY/OUT SETUP2
AV/PHONES AV
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6 Press .appears. Note that if the joystick
guide appears on the screen, it willconceal the icon. Press ( ) tohide the joystick guide.
* In mode, select [ PLAY/OUT SETUP] instead.
TOADJUSTTHEVOLUMEOFTHEHEADPHONES
In mode, adjust the volume ofthe headphones with the [PHONES VOL.]setting ( 43). In mode, usethe joystick and the joystick guidefollowing the same procedure as whenadjusting the speakers volume.
IMPORTANT
Do not connect the headphones to the AV/
terminal if the icon does not appear on thescreen. If you connect the headphones whilethe terminal is set to AV output only noise willbe output.When using headphones, make sure to lowerthe volume to an appropriate level.The sound of the built-in speaker will bemuted when you close the LCD panel, whenyou connect the stereo video cable to theAV/ terminal or when the AV/ terminal isset to [ PHONES].
NOTES
Use commercially available headphones witha 3.5 mm minijack.When you turn off the camcorder, the[AV/PHONES] setting in mode willreturn to [ AV].The volume of the headphones cannot beadjusted while recording.
Returning to a Pre-marked Position
If you wish to return to a particular scenelater, mark the point with the zero setmemory and the tape will stop at thatpoint when you rewind/fast forward thetape.
1 While recording or during playback,press on thewireless controller at the point you
wish to return to later.
The time code changes to0:00:00 . Press again tocancel the memory.
2 If you marked the zero memorywhile recording, set the camcorder
to mode. If you markedthe zero memory during playback,
press .
3 Press to locate the zero mark. If the tape counter shows a negativenumber, press instead. appears and the camcorderrewinds/fast forwards the tape. The tape stops at or near the zeromark, disappears and the correcttime code will be displayed again.
NOTES
If there are blank sections between recordingsor sections recorded in different standards(HDV/DV) on the same tape, the zero setmemory may not work correctly.
FUNC.
( 12)
ZERO SET MEMORY
ZERO SET MEMORY
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Locating the End of the Last Scene
After playing back a tape, use thisfunction to locate the end of the lastscene recorded in order to continuerecording from that point.
POINTS TO CHECK
Stop the playback before using thisfunction.
1 Press .2 Select ( ) [ END SEARCH] and
press ( ).
3 Select ( ) [EXECUTE] and press( ).
END SEARCH appears. The camcorder rewinds/fast forwardsthe tape, plays back the last fewseconds of the recording and stops thetape. To cancel the search press .
NOTES
End search cannot be used once you remove
the cassette.If there are blank sections betweenrecordings or sections recorded in differentstandards (HDV/DV) on the same tape, the endsearch may not work correctly.
Locating Scenes by Recording Date
You can locate the change of the date/time zone with the date search function.
Press or on the wirelesscontroller. Press more than once to search forfurther date changes (up to 10 times). To cancel the search press .
NOTES
Recordings shorter than 1 minute per date/time zone cannot be located with this function.Date search may not function if the date, timeor data code are not correctly displayed.If there are sections recorded in differentstandards (HDV/DV) on the same tape, the datesearch may not work correctly.
FUNC.( 25)
FUNC.
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Viewing Still Images
1 Holding the lock button presseddown, set the switch to
PLAY.
2 Move the / switch to(memory card).
3 Select ( ) the still image.You can use the joystick to movethrough the still images even if the
joystick guide above does not appearon the screen.
IMPORTANT
Observe the following precautions while thecard access display appears on screen,and when the CARD access indicator is on or
flashing. Failing to do so may result inpermanent data loss.- Do not open the memory card slot cover anddo not remove the memory card.- Do not disconnect the power source or turn offthe camcorder.- Do not change the position of the / switch or the operating mode.The following may not be displayed correctly.- Images not recorded with this camcorder.- Images edited on or uploaded from acomputer.- Images whose file names have beenchanged.
Image Jump
You can jump ahead to a specific imagewithout having to browse all images oneby one.
TORUNTHROUGHTHESTILLIMAGES
Push the joystick ( ) or ( ) and hold
it pressed down.Release the joystick when the running
number gets to the number of the imageyou want to display.
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TOSKIP10 OR100 STILLIMAGES
1 If the joystick guide does not appearon screen, press ( ) to display it.
2 Push the joystick ( ) toward .
3 Select ( ) [ JUMP 10 IMAGES]or [ JUMP 100 IMAGES].
4 Jump ( ) the number of imagesselected.
Press ( ) to close the image jumpscreen and display the image. You can
press ( ) again to hide the joystickguide.
Slideshow
1 Press .2 Select ( ) [ SLIDESHOW] and
press ( ).
3 Select ( ) [START] and press( ).Press to stop the slideshow.
Index Screen1 Move the zoom lever toward .
The index screen appears.2 Select ( , ) an image.
Move the green selection frame tothe image you want to view. If you have a lot of still images, youmay find it easier to browse entireindex pages instead. Move the zoom
lever toward Wto extend the greenselection frame to the whole page, andmove ( ) through index pages.Move the zoom lever toward Tto
return to moving between singleimages.
3 Move the zoom lever toward .The index screen closes and theselected image is displayed.
Magnifying the Playback Image
During playback, movies and still imagescan be magnified up to 5 times. You canalso select the area to be magnified.
1 Move the zoom lever toward . The image is magnified by 2 timesand a frame appears indicating theposition of the magnified area. To further enlarge the image, movethe zoom lever toward T. To reduce themagnification, move the zoom levertoward W. will appear for images that cannotbe enlarged.
2 Select ( , ) the enlarged areaof the picture with the joystick.
To cancel the magnification, move thezoom lever toward Wuntil the frame
disappears.
SLIDESHOW
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Advanced Functions
Menu Options Lists
Menu items not available appear grayedout. For details about how to select an
item, refer to Using the Menus( 25).
FUNC. Menu Options
Mode switch:[ PROGRAM AE],[ SHUTTER-PRIO. AE],[ APERTURE-PRIO. AE],[ CINE MODE]*Special scene recording programs:[ PORTRAIT], [ SPORTS],[ NIGHT], [ SNOW], [ BEACH],[ SUNSET], [ SPOTLIGHT],[ FIREWORKS]
* only.
Mode switch:[ EVALUATIVE],[ CENT.WEIGHT.AVERAGE],
[ SPOT]
Mode switch:[ AUTO], [ DAYLIGHT],[ SHADE], [ CLOUDY],[ TUNGSTEN], [ FLUORESCENT],[ FLUORESCENT H], [ SET]
Mode switch:[ IMAGE EFFECT OFF],[ VIVID], [ NEUTRAL],[ LOW SHARPENING],[ SOFT SKIN DETAIL],[ CUSTOM]
Mode switch:[ SINGLE], [ CONT.SHOOT.],[ HISPEED CONT.SHOOT.],[ AEB]
Mode switch:[ D.EFFECT OFF], [ FADE-T],[ WIPE], [ BLK&WHT],[ SEPIA], [ ART]
Mode switch:[ D.EFFECT OFF], [ BLK&WHT],
[ SEPIA]
Menu Options Lists
Recording programs ( 48)
Light metering mode ( 58)
White balance ( 54)
Image effect ( 55)
Drive mode ( 60)
Digital effects ( 67)
Still image simultaneous recording ( 57)
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Size:When [HD STANDARD] is set to one ofthe widescreen (16:9) modes,[ HDV], [ HDV(PF30)],[ HDV(PF24)],[ HDV(24F)], or[ DV(WIDE)]
[ STILL I.REC OFF],[LW 1920x1080], [SW848x480]
When [HD STANDARD] is set to[ DV(NORMAL)]:
[ STILL I.REC OFF],[M 1440x1080], [S640x480]
Quality:
[ SUPER FINE],[ FINE],[ NORMAL]
Size:[LW1920x1080], [L 2048x1536],
[M 1440x1080], [S 640x480]Quality:[ SUPER FINE],[ FINE],[ NORMAL]
[CANCEL], [EXECUTE]
[CANCEL], [EXECUTE]
Recordings made in HDV ([ HDV],[ HDV(PF30)],
[ HDV(PF24)]or [HDV(24F)]:
[ LWS.FINE/1920x1080],[ LWFINE/1920x1080],[ LWNORMAL/1920x1080]
Recordings made in [ DV(WIDE)]:[ SWS.FINE/848x480],[ SWFINE/848x480],[ SWNORMAL/848x480]
Recordings made in [ DV(NORMAL)]:[ SS.FINE/640x480],[ SFINE/640x480],[ SNORMAL/640x480]
[CANCEL], [START]
Press ( ) to enter the image selectionscreen. From that screen, you cancontinue to select the still images youwant to protect.
Press ( ) to enter the image selectionscreen. From that screen, you cancontinue to select the still images forwhich you want to set print orders.
Press ( ) to enter the image selection
screen. From that screen, you cancontinue to select the still images youwant to mark with a transfer order.
Still image size/quality ( 56)
REC PAUSE ( 76, 77)
END SEARCH ( 34)
Still image capturing ( 58)
SLIDESHOW ( 36)
PROTECT ( 69)
PRINT ORDER ( 87)
TRANSFER ORDER ( 83)
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Setup Menus
CAMERA SETUP
Mode switch: or P(only in the[ PROGRAM AE] recording program)[ ON], [ OFF]The camcorder automatically uses slowshutter speeds to obtain brighterrecordings in places with insufficient
lighting.The camcorder uses shutter speedsdown to 1/30 (1/15 in mode orin with [ HDV(PF30)],1/12 in with cinema effect[ HDV(PF24)]or [HDV(24F)]). : Set the flash mode to(flash off).
If a trailing afterimage appears, set theslow shutter to [ OFF].If (camcorder shake warning)appears, we recommend stabilizing thecamcorder, for example, by mounting iton a tripod.
[ OFF], [ 40X], [ 200X]Determines the operation of the digitalzoom.When activated, the camcorder willswitch automatically to the digital zoomwhen you zoom in beyond the opticalzoom range.With the digital zoom the image is
digitally processed, so the imageresolution will deteriorate the more youzoom in.
The digital zoom indicator will appear inlight blue from 10x up to 40x and darkblue from 40x up to 200x.The digital zoom cannot be used withthe [ NIGHT] recording program.A still image cannot be recordedsimultaneously on the memory card whilerecording movies using the digital zoom.
[ VARIABLE], [ SPEED 3],[ SPEED 2], [ SPEED 1]When set to [ VARIABLE] the zoomspeed depends on how you operate thezoom lever: Press lightly for a slow zoom;press harder for faster zooms.The fastest zoom speed can beachieved with [ VARIABLE]. Amongthe fixed zoom speeds, [ SPEED 3] isthe fastest and [ SPEED 1] theslowest.
[ INSTANT AF], [ NORMAL AF]Select how fast the autofocus willoperate.With [ INSTANT AF] the autofocusadjusts quickly to a new subject. This isconvenient for example when changingthe focus from a near subject to a farsubject in the background, or whenrecording fast moving subjects.When the optional Wide-converter orTele-converter is attached to thecamcorder, it may partially obstruct theInstant AF sensor. Set the AF mode to[ NORMAL AF].
A.SL SHUTTER
D.ZOOM
ZOOM SPEED
AF MODE
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[ AUTO], [ OFF]
Mode switch:[ ON:AiAF], [ ON:CENTER],[ OFF]
Mode switch:[ ON], [ OFF]The image stabilizer compensates forcamcorder shake even at full telephoto.The image stabilizer is designed tocompensate for a normal degree ofcamcorder shake.The image stabilizer may not beeffective when recording in dark placesusing the [ NIGHT] recording program.The image stabilizer cannot be turnedoff when the mode switch is set to .We recommend setting the imagestabilizer to [ OFF] when using atripod.
[ ON], [ OFF]
REC/IN SETUP
[ HDV], [ HDV(PF30)],[ HDV(PF24)], [HDV(24F)], [ DV(WIDE)],[ DV(NORMAL)]Selects the video standard of therecording and in DV standard also theaspect ratio.[ HDV]: High-definition video at 1080i
specifications with 16:9 aspect ratio.[ HDV(PF30)]: High-definitionvideo at 1080i specifications for recordingwith a progressive frame rate of 30 fps.You can use this setting to easily edit yourrecordings, for example, to post them onthe Web.[ HDV(PF24)]: High-definitionvideo at 1080i specifications for recordingwith a progressive frame rate of 24 fps.[ HDV(24F)]: High-definitionvideo at 1080i specifications for recordingwith a native progressive frame rate of 24fps. Video output from the HDV/DVterminal will be 24p so this setting is idealfor editing 24p video. (During playback,24F appears on the screen.)[ DV(WIDE)]: Standard-definitionvideo with 16:9 aspect ratio.
[ DV(NORMAL)]: Standard-definitionvideo with 4:3 aspect ratio.We recommend not mixing recordingsmade in different video standards on thesame tape.When [ HDV(PF30)],[ HDV(PF24)] or[ HDV(24F)] is combined withthe [ CINE MODE] recording program( 48) to get the 24p Cinema Mode, thecinematic look will be enhanced.
AF AST LAMP ( 63)
FOCUS PRI. ( 59)
IMG STAB
SELF TIMER ( 64)
HD STANDARD
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During the playback of a recordingmade in [ HDV(PF30)],[ HDV(PF24)] or[ HDV(24F)], will appearon the screen (not , or
).Playing back a widescreen recording:TVsets compatible with the Video ID-1system will automatically switch to wide(16:9) mode. Otherwise, change theaspect ratio of the TV manually. To playback on a TV with normal aspect ratio(4:3) change the [TV TYPE] settingaccordingly ( 43).
[ STD PLAY], [ LONG PLAY]When [HD STANDARD] is set to one ofthe DV standards, you can change thevideo quality and as a result, also therecording time available on the tape.
Recording in LP mode extends theavailable recording time on the tape 1.5times.Depending on the condition of the tape(long usage, imperfections, etc.) you maynotice some video problems (blocky videoartifacts, banding, etc.) in the playbackpicture when playing back recordingsmade in LP mode. We recommend using
the SP mode for important recordings.If you make recordings in both SP andLP modes on the same tape, duringplayback you may notice some videoproblems in the picture at the point wherethe recording mode changes.When playing back in this camcordertapes recorded in LP mode with otherdevices or vice versa, you may noticesome problems in the playback picture or
the sound may stop briefly.
[ 16bit], [ 12bit]When [HD STANDARD] is set to one ofthe DV standards, you can change theaudio quality.[ 16bit]: To record sound at thehighest quality.[ 12bit]: If you will dub audio or add amusic track later with an external device.
Mode switch:[ AUTO], [ OFF ]The camcorder automatically reduces thebackground sound of wind whenrecording outdoors.The wind screen cannot be turned off
when the mode switch is set to .
[ ON], [ OFF]
[ OFF], [ 2sec], [ 4sec],[ 6sec], [ 8sec], [ 10sec]Selects the time to display a still imageafter it has been recorded.You can erase ( 69)the still imagewhile you are reviewing it (or immediatelyafter recording it, if set to [ OFF]).
DV REC MODE DV
DV AUDIO
WIND SCREEN
MIC ATT ( 65)
REVIEW
DV
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This menu item will not be availablewhen the drive mode ( 60)is set to
(continuous shooting), (high-speed continuous shooting) or (autoexposure bracketing).If you press while reviewing astill image, it will continue to be displayedindefinitely. Press halfway toreturn to the normal display.
[ ON], [ OFF]
[ RESET], [ CONTINUOUS]Select the image numbering method to beused when you insert a new memorycard.
Images are automatically assignedconsecutive image numbers from 0101 to9900, and stored in folders containing upto 100 images. Folders are numberedfrom 101 to 998.[ RESET]: Image numbers will restartfrom 101-0101 every time you insert anew memory card.[ CONTINUOUS]: Image numbers will
continue from the number following thatof the last image recorded with thecamcorder.If the memory card you insert alreadycontains an image with a larger number, anew image will be assigned a number onehigher than that of the last image on thememory card.We recommend using the[ CONTINUOUS] setting.
CARD OPERATIONS
[NO], [YES]
[NO], [YES]
[NO], [YES]
[CANCEL], [INITIALIZE], [COMPL.INIT.]
PLAY/OUT SETUP*
* In mode, the following menuoptions are divided into two menus,[ PLAY/OUT SETUP1] and[ PLAY/OUT SETUP2]; this will beindicated with the respective menu icon.
[ AUTO], [ HDV], [ DV]Select the video standard to be used forplayback.[ AUTO]: Switches automaticallybetween standards (HDV/DV) duringplayback.[ HDV], [ DV]: Plays back only the
recordings made in the selectedstandard.
AV DV ( 78)
FILE NOS.
DISP.
PHOTO
PRINT ORD.ALL ERASE ( 88)
TRANS.ORD.ALL ERASE ( 84)
ERASE ALL IMAGES ( 69)
INITIALIZE ( 70)
PLAYBACK STD
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[ NORMAL TV],[ WIDE TV]In order to display the picture in full and inthe correct aspect ratio, select the settingaccording to the type of television towhich you will connect the camcorder.[ NORMAL TV]: TV sets with 4:3aspect ratio.[ WIDE TV]: TV sets with 16:9aspect ratio.This setting will be unavailable whilethe camcorder is connected to anexternal device using the HDMI cable.
[ L/R], [ L/L], [ R/R]You can select the audio channel to use
during the playback of a tape with audiorecorded on two channels.[ L/R]: Left and Right channels(stereo) / Main + Sub tracks (bilingual).[ L/L]: Left channel only (stereo) / Maintrack only (bilingual).[ R/R]: Right channel only (stereo) /Sub track only (bilingual).
[ STEREO1], [ STEREO2],[ MIX/FIXED], [ MIX/VAR.]You can select the audio track to useduring the playback of a tape with audiodubbed over the recording.[ STEREO1]: Original sound only.
[ STEREO2]: Dubbed audio only.
[ MIX/FIXED]: Mixed audio with theoriginal sound and dubbed audio at thesame level.[ MIX/VAR.]: Mixed audio where thebalance between the original sound ( )and the dubbed audio ( ) can beadjusted.
When [AUDIO OUT] is set to [ MIX/VAR.], adjust ( ) the sound balance
with the joystick.The camcorder will retain the audiobalance adjustment; however if you turnoff the camcorder, [AUDIO OUT] will bereset to [ STEREO1].
[ AV], [ PHONES]
When [AV/PHONES] is set to[ PHONES], adjust ( ) the volume
of the headphones with the joystick.* In mode, adjust the volumeusing the joystick guide ( 33).
[ 480i], [ 1080i/480i]You can select the video specifications to
use when connecting the camcorder to ahigh-definition TV using the videocomponent connection.
TV TYPE
OUTPUT CH
AUDIO OUT
MIX BALANCE
AV/PHONES ( 32)
PHONES VOL.
COMP.OUT
*
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[ 480i]: To use the 480i specification(standard definition).[ 1080i/480i]: To use the full 1080i highdefinition specification when possible, orswitch automatically to 480i specificationwhen 1080i is not supported by the TV.Select the [PLAYBACK STD] and[COMP.OUT] settings according to thespecifications you want to use forplayback on a high-definition TV. Refer tothe table below.When the playback standard selected isdifferent from that of the original recording,no video will be output.
This setting will be unavailable whilethe camcorder is connected to anexternal device using the HDMI cable.
[ DV LOCKED], [ HDV/DV]You can select the video standard to usewhen connecting to an external deviceusing the HDV/DV terminal.[ HDV/DV]: Switchautomatically between standards tomatch the original standard of therecordings.[ DV LOCKED]: All video output willbe in DV standard (recordings made in
HDV will be down-converted).Select the [PLAYBACK STD] and [DVOUTPUT] settings according to thespecifications you want to use forplayback on a high-definition TV. Refer tothe table below.
DV OUTPUT
Settings for Video Output from the COMPONENT OUT Terminal
Settings for Video Output from the HDV/DV Terminal
Video Output
Signal
Standard of the
Recording on the
Tape
[PLAYBACK STD] Setting [COMP.OUT] Setting
HighDefinition(1080i) HDV
[ AUTO] or [ HDV] [ 1080i/480i]
StandardDefinition
(480i)
[ AUTO] or [ HDV] [ 480i]
DV [ AUTO] or [ DV] [ 1080i/480i] or [ 480i]
Video Output
Signal
Standard of the
Recording on the
Tape
[PLAYBACK STD] Setting [DV OUTPUT] Setting
HighDefinition(1080i) HDV
[ AUTO] or [ HDV] [ HDV/DV]
StandardDefinition
(480i)
[ AUTO] or [ HDV] [ DV LOCKED]
DV[ AUTO] or [ DV] [ HDV/DV] or
[ DV LOCKED]
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The DV output cannot be changedwhile a DV cable is connected to theHDV/DV terminal.
NOTES
About the [HDMI OUT] display
[HDMI OUT] appears at the bottom of the[ PLAY/OUT SETUP2] menu screen in
mode ([ PLAY/OUT SETUP]menu in other modes). This is not a selectablemenu option, but rather an information item thatdisplays the specification of the video outputwhen the camcorder is connected to anexternal device using the HDMI cable. For
further details about the HDMI connection, referto 74.
DISPLAY SETUP
Adjust ( ) the brightness of the LCDdisplay with the joystick.Changing the brightness of the LCDdisplay does not affect that of theviewfinder or the recordings.
[ OFF], [ LEVEL(WHT)],[ LEVEL(GRY)], [ GRID(WHT)],[ GRID(GRY)]You can display a grid or a horizontal lineat the center of the screen. The markersare available in white or gray. Use themarkers as a reference to make sure yoursubject is framed correctly (vertically and/or horizontally).
Using the markers will not affect therecordings on the tape or memory card.
This function can also be activated withthe CUSTOM key ( 61).
Mode switch:[ OFF], [ ZEBRA(70%)],[ ZEBRA(100%)], [ PEAKING]You can use the assist functions to makesure you adjust the focus and exposurecorrectly.[ZEBRA]: A striped pattern (zebra
pattern) will appear over areas of thepicture that are overexposed (too bright).[ ZEBRA(70%)] is more sensitivethan [ ZEBRA(100%)].[ PEAKING]: The silhouettes ofobjects in the picture will be emphasizedin order to allow you to focus manuallymore easily.Using the assist functions will not affect
the recordings on the tape or memory card.This function can also be activated withthe CUSTOM key ( 61).
[ ON], [ OFF]
[ ON]*, [ OFF]When set to [ ON], the camcorderson-screen displays will appear also on thescreen of a connected TV or monitor.You can also use on the wireless
controller.
BRIGHTNESS
MARKERS
ASST.FUNC.
AUDIO LEVEL ( 65)
TV SCREEN
DISP.
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When the the data code is displayed onthe camcorders screen, the sameinformation will also appear on aconnected TV regardless of the [TVSCREEN] setting. Turn off the data code
display by repeatedly pressing .* The default value is [ OFF] in theplayback modes.
[ ON], [ OFF]
When you start playing back a tape orwhen the date of the recording changes,the date and time will be displayed for 6seconds.
[ DATE], [ TIME], [ DATE & TIME],
[ CAMERA DATA]
[ ], [DEUTSCH], [ ],[ENGLISH], [ESPAOL], [FRANAIS],[ITALIANO], [MAGYAR], [NEDERLNDS],[POLSKI], [ ], [TRKE],[ ], [ ], [ ],[ ], [ ], [ ], [ ],[ ], [ ]
SYSTEM SETUP
[ ON], [ OFF ]Allows the camcorder to be operated withthe wireless controller.
[ HIGH VOLUME],[ LOW VOLUME], [ OFF]
A beep will accompany some operationslike turning on the camcorder, the self-timer countdown, etc. It also serves as awarning beep under unusual conditions.
[ ON], [ OFF]In order to save power when thecamcorder is powered by a battery pack,it will automatically shut off if left withoutany operation for 5 minutes.
Approximately 30 seconds before thecamcorder shuts off, the message AUTO POWER OFF will appear.
[ OFF], [ ASST.FUNC.],[ MARKERS], [ BLC],[ MAGNIFY]
[ ON], [ OFF]When you magnify the center of thescreen ( 53), this function allows you torecord the magnified picture.
6SEC.DATE
DATA CODE ( 61)
LANGUAGE ( 26)
WL.REMOTE
DISP.
BEEP
POWER SAVE
CUSTOM KEY ( 61)
MAGN.REC
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You can verify the current version of thecamcorders firmware. This menu optionis usually grayed out.
DATE/TIME SETUP
[Y.M.D (2009.1.1 AM 12:00)],[M.D,Y (JAN. 1, 2009 12:00 AM)],[D.M.Y (1.JAN.2009 12:00 AM)]Changes the date format for on-screendisplays and for date printing.
FIRMWARE
T.ZONE/DST ( 26)
DATE/TIME ( 27)
DATE FORMAT
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Using the Recording Programs
Recording Programs
Auto
The camcorder adjusts the focus,exposure and other settingsautomatically, allowing you to justpoint and shoot.
Special Scene Recording Programs ( 51)
[ PORTRAIT]The camcorder uses alarge aperture, achieving afocus on the subject whileblurring other distractingdetails.
[ SNOW]Use this mode to recordin bright ski resorts. Itprevents the subject frombeing underexposed.
[ CINE MODE]*Give a cinematic look toyour recordings.
* only.
[ SPORTS]
Use this mode to recordsports scenes such astennis or golf.
[ BEACH]
Use this mode to recordon a sunny beach. Itprevents the subject frombeing underexposed.
[ SPOTLIGHT]
Use this mode to recordspotlit scenes.
[ NIGHT]
Use this mode to record inlow-light conditions.
[ SUNSET]
Use this mode to recordsunsets in vibrant colors.
[ FIREWORKS]
Use this mode to recordfireworks.
[ PROGRAM AE]The camcorder sets theaperture and shutter speed.
[ SHUTTER-PRIO. AE]You select the shutterspeed.
[ APERTURE-PRIO. AE]You select the aperturevalue.
: Flexible Recording Programs ( 49)
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Giving a Cinematic Look to your
Recordings
Give your recordings a cinematic look by
using the [ CINE MODE] recordingprogram. Combine this recordingprogram with the 24 fps progressiveframe rate [ HDV(PF24)] or[ HDV(24F)] to get theenhanced effect of the 24p CinemaMode.
Using the [ CINE MODE] Recording
Program
With the [ CINE MODE] recordingprogram, the camcorder adjusts variousimage settings to give a cinematic look toyour recordings.
POINTS TO CHECK
Mode switch:
Setting the 24p Cinema Mode
You can combine the [ CINE MODE]recording program and the[ HDV(PF24)] or[ HDV(24F)] frame rate toachieve the 24p Cinema Mode, which willenhance the cinematic look of your
recordings.
POINTS TO CHECK
Mode switch:Set the recording program to [ CINEMODE], as described in the previoussection.
NOTES
Do not move the mode switch to duringthe actual recording of a scene; the brightnessof the picture may change abruptly.
Flexible Recording: Changing the
Aperture and Shutter Speed
Use the automatic exposure (AE)program or give priority to the exposurevalue or the shutter speed.
POINTS TO CHECK
* : Only settings other than[ CINE MODE].
Mode switch:
( 12)
FUNC.( 25)
Icon of the currently selectedRecording Program
CINE MODE
FUNC.
FUNC.
( 12)
MENU
REC/IN SETUP
HD STANDARD
HDV(PF24)or
HDV(24F)
YES
( 12)
FUNC.
*
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Options Default value
TOSETTHEAPERTUREVALUEORSHUTTERSPEED
When you select [ SHUTTER-PRIO.AE] or [ APERTURE-PRIO.AE],a numeric value will appear next to therecording program icon.1 If the joystick guide appears on the
screen, press ( ) to hide it.
2 Adjust ( ) the shutter speed oraperture to the desired value.
Shutter speed guidelines
Note that on screen only the denominatoris displayed [ 250] indicates ashutter speed of 1/250 second, etc.
Available Aperture Values
[1.8], [2.0], [2.4], [2.8], [3.4],[4.0], [4.8], [5.6], [6.7], [8.0][2.8], [3.4], [4.0], [4.8], [5.6],[6.7], [8.0]
[ PROGRAM AE]
The camcorder automatically adjusts theaperture and shutter speed to obtain the
optimal exposure for the subject.[ SHUTTER-PRIO.AE]
Set the shutter speed value. Thecamcorder automatically sets theappropriate aperture value. Use a highshutter speed to record fast movingsubjects or a slow shutter speed to addmotion blur, emphasizing the feel ofmovement.
[ APERTURE-PRIO.AE]
Set the aperture value. The camcorderautomatically sets the appropriate shutterspeed. Use low aperture values (largerlens opening) to softly blur the backgroundin a portrait or high aperture values(smaller lens opening) to get a wider depthof field, giving a sharp focus all throughouta landscape.
FUNC.( 25)
Icon of the currently selectedRecording Program
Desired option
FUNC.
FUNC.
1/8, 1/15, 1/30with cinema effect
[ HDV(PF24)] or
[ HDV(24F)]1/6, 1/12, 1/241/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30
For recording subjects in dark places.
1/60with cinema effect
[ HDV(PF24)] or[ HDV(24F)]
1/48, 1/601/60
For general recordings.
1/1001/100
For recording indoor sports scenes.
1/250, 1/500, 1/10001/250, 1/500
For recording from within a car or train, orfor recording moving subjects such asroller coasters.
1/2000
For recording outdoor sports such as golfor tennis on sunny days.
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