Step 5: Inserting A Disc Or A "Memory Stick Duo - Sony Handycam HDR-UX7 Operating Manual

Step 5: Inserting a disc or a "Memory Stick
Duo"
Disc
A new 8 cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-
R, or DVD+R DL is required for recording
(p. 15).
b Notes
• Remove dust or fingerprints from the disc
beforehand, using a soft cloth (p.106).
1
Check that the power of your
camcorder is on.
2
Slide the disc cover OPEN switch
in the direction of the arrow
(OPEN B).
[PREPARING TO OPEN] appears on
the LCD screen, then the disc cover
opens slightly, automatically.
ACCESS lamp (Disc)
Disc cover OPEN switch
Pickup lens
When the disc cover opens slightly,
open it further.
3
Set the disc with the recording
side facing your camcorder, then
press the center of the disc until it
clicks.
Set the disc with the label side facing
out when using a single-sided disc.
4
Close the disc cover.
[DISC ACCESS] appears on the LCD
screen.
It may take some time for the camcorder
to recognize the disc, depending on the
disc type and condition.
Skip to step 7 when you use a DVD-R/
DVD+R DL.
5
When you use a DVD-RW/
DVD+RW, touch [Use DISC
SELECT GUIDE].
b Notes
• You cannot use [Use DISC SELECT GUIDE]
during Easy Handycam operation (p. 30).
Format the disc, following the instructions on
the screen.
6
Touch [Record HD (high
definition) images.].
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