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Menu Screen Explanations (cont.)
RECORDING
Advanced Features (cont.)
DIS
SELF-
TIMER
5S
TELE
MACRO
WIDE
MODE
DEMO.
MODE
CAMERA MENU
Demonstrates certain functions such as Program AE with special effects, etc., and
can be used to confirm how these functions operate. When “DEMO. MODE” is set
to “ON” and the Menu Screen is closed, demonstration starts.
Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration
temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 1 minute after that, the
demonstration will resume.
NOTES:
● If a tape is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be turned on.
● “DEMO. MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is turned off.
● If “DEMO. MODE” remains “ON”, some functions will not be available. After
viewing demo, set to “OFF”.
Automatic demonstration will not take place.
To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at high
magnification.
NOTES:
● Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or under
the following conditions:
•When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes.
•When shooting dark or dim subjects.
•When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting.
•When shooting scenes with movement in various directions.
•When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.
● Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod.
● The “ ” indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabilizer cannot be used.
Refer to “Self-Timer” (੬ pg. 28).
Refer to “5-Second Recording” (੬ pg. 29).
Allows you to record a few frames only. By using an inanimate object and
changing its position between shots, you can record the subject as though it is
moving (੬ pg. 29).
Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom
magnification. Unless there is a distance more than 1m (3.3 ft.) to the subject, the
lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting. When set to “ON”, you can
shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 60 cm (2 ft.).
•Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.
Records with no change in the screen ratio. For playback on a TV with a normal
screen ratio.
Inserts black bands at the top and bottom of the screen. During playback on wide-
screen TVs, the black bands at the top and bottom of the screen are cut and the
screen ratio becomes 16:9. appears. When using this mode, refer to your wide-
screen TV’s instruction manual. During playback/recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/
viewfinder, black bands are inserted at the top and bottom of the screen and the
image appears like a letterboxed 16:9 movie.
•“CINEMA” mode is effective only when the MODE Dial is set to “VIDEO” or “ ”.
For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the image to fit
the screen without distortion. appears. When using this mode, refer to your
wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During playback/recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD
monitor/viewfinder, the image is elongated vertically.
•“SQUEEZE” mode is effective only when the MODE Dial is set to “VIDEO” or “ ”.
SW
appears. The zoom range is extended beyond the maximum optical zoom
wide angle range. This mode’s wide angle setting is equivalent to using a 0.7X
wide conversion lens. Zooming is possible from 0.7X to 10X. This mode is suitable
for shooting in a small room.
•PS-WIDE” mode is effective only when the MODE Dial is set to “ ”.
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
5S
ANIM.
OFF
ON
OFF
CINEMA
SQUEEZE
PS-WIDE
MANUAL MENU
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