Sony DCR-IP45E Operating Instructions Manual page 13

Introduction – Basic operations
Grip position
The grip on this camcorder can be moved to
three positions. Turn the grip to the appropriate
position depending on your purpose.
Storing position/ Recording position/ Cassette inserting/ejecting position/
Storing position
Turn the grip to this position when you store
your camcorder.
Recording position
Turn the grip until it comes to a steady position
or where it is easy to grip in order to perform
operations such as the zoom function. Then hold
your camcorder through the wrist strap to
prevent the camera from dropping.
Cassette inserting/ejecting position
Turn the grip to this position so that the cassette
lid can be seen completely.
Note
When inserting or ejecting the cassette, be sure to
turn the grip to the cassette inserting/ejecting
position. Otherwise, the cassette cannot be
inserted or ejected.
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