Operating instructions

1. Turn the POWER switch to OFE
2. Close the LCD panel.
3. Replace the lens cap.
4. Unload the cassette.
5. Disconnect the power source.
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When recording outdoors or through a window, do not leave LCD screen,
viewfinder or lens exposed to direct sunlight as it may cause damage
O Turn the power off if you do not intend to use the camcorder for a longer
time,
O The camcorder will shut off after 5 minutes when left in record pause mode to
protect tape and video heads, Tocontinue recording, turn the POWERswitch
to OFFand then back to CAMERA,
O For when to use the EL1(Easy Recording) or _ (program AE) mode, see Using
the Recording Programs (_3 57)
O When you do not remove the cassette, you can record the next scene without
producing any noise or blank sections between the recordings even if you turn
the camcorder off
O About the built-in microphone: When recording near loud sounds (such as
fireworks, drums or concerts), sound may become distorted or may be
recorded not in the actual sound level
O For extra recording time, see Changing the Recording Mode ([Z] 54),
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