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Audio Compressor
The audio compressor reduces the dynamic range between the loudest and quietest audio levels while
maintaining a clear distinction. This can make listening to the audio easier. You can select one of two levels
according to the audio recording conditions. The audio compressor can be used only when the audio limiter is
activated.
Operating modes:
* In
mode only for external microphones.
1 When using the built-in microphone, select the [„ Custom Setting] audio scene in advance (A 72).
• This step is not necessary when using an external microphone.
2 Select [Audio Compressor].
> [C ! Audio Setup] > [Audio Compressor]
3 Touch the desired option and then touch [X].
Options
[H High]:
Flattens out audio levels more and is best when recording multiple people talking at varying
levels, such as during a meeting.
[L Low]:
Keeps a clearer distinction between loud and quiet sounds and is best when recording
situations such as a musical performance. This setting is effective when the audio level meter
goes all the way to the right repeatedly.
[j Off]:
To record scenes that are not mainly people talking or music performances.
Microphone Attenuator (External Microphones)
In order to prevent audio distortions when the audio level is too high, you can activate the microphone attenuator
(20 dB) for an external microphone connected to the MIC terminal or for the optional DM-100 Directional Stereo
Microphone attached to the camcorder's mini advanced shoe.
Operating modes:
1 Select the [„ Custom Setting] audio scene in advance (A 72).
2 Select [MIC Att.] or [º Mic Att.].
> [C " Audio Setup] > [MIC Att.] (MIC terminal) or [º Mic Att.] (DM-100)
3 Touch [i On] and then touch [X].
• å appears at the right of the screen.
Low-Cut Filter (MIC Terminal)
You can activate the low-cut filter for an external microphone connected to the MIC terminal. This can help, for
example, to reduce the sound of wind in the background when recording outdoors. When recording in
surroundings unaffected by wind or if you want to record low-frequency sounds, we recommend turning off the
low-cut filter.
Operating modes:
1 Select [MIC Low Cut].
> [C " Audio Setup] > [MIC Low Cut]
2 Touch [i On] and then touch [X].
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Recording Audio
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