Basic Operations
Camera Recording
Selecting the Camcorder Mode
This camcorder includes functions for use as both a video
camera for recording and playing back images on a tape and
as a digital still camera for recording and playing back still
images on a card. One of the following camcorder modes
needs to be set before starting any operation.
Camcorder modes
TAPE-CAMERA mode
For recording motion and still images on a
tape.
1
Set the Media Selection
switch to TAPE.
2
Hold down the Lock
button and set the
POWER switch to
CAMERA.
CARD-CAMERA mode
For recording still images on a card.
1
Set the Media Selection
switch to CARD.
2
Hold down the Lock
button and set the
POWER switch to
CAMERA.
Note:
• To turn the power off, set the POWER switch to OFF without pressing the Lock button.
Caution:
• Do not change the camcorder mode by operating the Media Selection switch during recording or
playback, as this may cause damage to the tape or card.
TAPE-VCR mode
For playing back or editing motion and still
images recorded on a tape.
1
2
Lock button
CARD-VCR mode
For playing back still images recorded on a
card.
1
2
Lock button
Media Selection switch
Set the Media Selection
switch to TAPE.
Hold down the Lock
button and set the
POWER switch to VCR.
Set the Media Selection
switch to CARD.
Hold down the Lock
button and set the
POWER switch to VCR.
POWER switch
Lock button
Lock button
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