Recording; Shooting Video - Canon PICTBRIDGE DC220 Instruction Manual

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Recording

Basic Functions Recording Recording

Shooting Video

Before You Begin Recording
Make a test recording first to check if the
camcorder operates correctly. Since
recordings made on a DVD-R or DVD-R
DL disc cannot be deleted, we recommend
you use a DVD-RW disc to make the test
recordings.
1
Move the power switch to ON to set
the camcorder in CAMERA mode.
The red CAMERA indicator will turn
on.
2
automatically.
switch down to
cover.
3
Move the
(Movies) position.
4
Press
• The recording starts; press
again to pause the recording.
• The DISC access indicator will flash
while recording and will stay on briefly
after pausing while the scene is
recorded on the disc.
( 12)
W
HEN YOU HAVE FINISHED RECORDING
1
Make sure that the DISC access lamp
is off.
2
Turn off the camcorder.
3
Close the lens cover
(
panel.
4
Remove the disc.
IMPORTANT
Avoid the following actions while the DISC
access indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do
so may result in permanent data loss.
- Do not subject the camcorder to vibrations or
strong impacts.
- Do not open the disc cover and do not remove
the disc.
- Do not disconnect the power source or turn off
the camcorder.
- Do not change the operating mode.
NOTES
About the recording time: By changing the
recording mode you can change the recording
time available on the disc (
When recording in bright places it may be
difficult to use the LCD screen. In such case,
use the viewfinder instead.
When recording in very loud places (such as
fireworks shows or concerts), sound may
become distorted or it may not be recorded at
the actual levels. This is not a malfunction.
The lens cover will open
Move the lens cover
to open the lens
/ switch to the
Start/Stop
to begin recording.
only) and the LCD
44).
Start/Stop