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Video
This chapter covers functions related to shooting movies, including
recording, playback, menu options and playlist and scene operations.
Shooting Video
1 Set the mode dial to .
2 Turn on the camcorder.
By default, movies are recorded on
the hard disk. You can also set the
memory card as the recording media
for movies ( 33).
3 Press to begin
recording.
• Recording starts; press
again to pause the recording.
• You can also press on
the LCD panel.
1 Make sure that the ACCESS
indicator is off.
2 Turn off the camcorder.
3 Close the LCD panel.
IMPORTANT
• Observe the following precautions while
the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing.
Failing to do so may result in permanent
data loss or damage to the hard disk/
memory card.
- Do not subject the camcorder to
vibrations or strong impacts.
- Do not open the memory card slot
cover.
- Do not disconnect the power source
or turn off the camcorder.
- Do not change the position of the
mode dial.
• Be sure to back up your recordings
regularly ( 82), especially after
making important recordings. Canon
shall not be liable for any loss or
corruption of data.
NOTES
• About the Power Save mode: To save power
when the camcorder is powered by a
battery pack, the camcorder will
automatically shut off if left without any
operations for 5 minutes ( 98). Press
to turn on the camcorder.
Basic Recording
Start/Stop
Start/Stop
START/STOP
WHEN YOU HAVE FINISHED RECORDING
ON/OFF
COPY