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Camcorder operation
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Focus lock function
The focus setting on this camcorder is fully
automatic.
When filming a distant subject, press the
FOCUS LOCK button to set the focus lock function.
When this function
is set the focus setting will not
change even if something
comes between the
camcorder and the main subject.
When the focus lock function
is set " FOCUSLOCK"
will be displayed for about 5 seconds, then the (I)
symbol
will be displayed on the right side of the
viewfinder.
To cancel the focus lock function,
press the FOCUS
LOCK button
again. The (I) symbol is erased.
In the following
recording conditions the focus
may not adjust properly.
It is recommended
to
use the focus lock function to get a stable focus
setting.
When recording two subjects, one
nearby and one distant.
When recording through
a dirty or
wet window.
When recording subject without
contrast (a white wail, etc.).
When recording an horizontally/
vertically striped subject.
When recording very bright subjects.
Note
When zooming
in to record a distant subject, at
dose-range,
the auto focus might not function
properly due to the instability of the picture. In that
case, use a tripod for stable focused pictures.
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Operation
and warning
beeps
This unit has an operation
and warning
beep that
will sound as indicated below.
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On a standard operation
(power on, cassette
tape ejection, playback start, recording start,
etc.) it will sound once.
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On stopping
recording it will sound twice. (Refer
to page 11.)
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As a warning
beep, it will sound 10 times. (Refer
to page 5.)
Turning the beep function
on/off
In CAMERA
mode (except during recording mode),
simultaneously
press the STOP and PLAY buttons
for a few seconds, to turn the beep function on/off.
" BEEP OFF" or " BEEP ON" will be displayed for
about 3 seconds in the viewfinder.
Note
The beep function
mode will remain selected until
changed again, or until the lithium battery is
changed.
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