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Editing
Preparations
The tape in the camcorder:
When using the XM2’s AV insert function, only use to tapes recorded in SP mode with continuously
recorded time codes.
If there are non-recorded portions or portions recorded in LP mode on the tape, recording will stop.
The playback tape:
Use only tapes without non-recorded portions.
If there are non-recorded portions or changes in the recording mode, you may not be able to insert
AV correctly.
You cannot insert AV in the following cases:
• The playback tape has been poorly recorded.
• During special playback: fast forward playback, rewind playback or slow playback etc. (analog
only).
TV:
You cannot insert AV from a TV program with anomalous synchronized signals, such as when the
program itself received poor signals.
1. Connect the camcorder to the VCR.
2. Prepare the VCR and TV.
• Set the TV/Video selector on the television to Video. For further details, see “Connections for
Playback on a TV Screen” ( 93).
•Turn on the VCR and load a recorded cassette.
• See your TV and VCR instruction manuals for details.
3. Slide the camcorder’s POWER switch to PLAY (VCR) and load a recorded
cassette.
• Make sure the REC/SAVE tab on the cassette has been slid to REC (closed position).
4. Slide the TAPE/CARD switch to TAPE.
Example recording from a VCR