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● Using the Mode Buttons
Here are five easy practice steps to get you started. All revolve mostly around
the use of the Mode Buttons, which are grouped around the Power Button in
the lower right of the camera's rear side, and the Shutter Button, on the top of
the camera. After this easy series of short exercises, you will understand the
camera’s essential operations and have basic competence in its use, in
particular these primary buttons. If you forget how to use the camera, please
refer back to this section. Refer to the camera’s quick start guide.
● Use Fresh Batteries
The 4AA alkaline batteries will last around 1.5 hours of typical continuous use.
Keep spare batteries handy at all times.
● Format New Memory
If you have a new memory card, or a card that has been used in a different
camera, skip ahead to Step 4 and return to Step 1 below and start practicing.
Tur n the Powe r o n
● Start Practicing:
Record a Video
1) Turn on the camera by pressing the round button as illustrated. You are now
in Video Mode. (Note: Every time you start the camera, the camera starts in
Video Mode. You can then switch to other modes by pressing the other mode
buttons. If you switch to a different mode, press the button nearest the movie
camera icon
to return to Video mode)
2) Press and release the Shutter Button; a timer starts counting on the LCD
Power On and LED Indicators Practice with Your Camera