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Chapter 1: Connections & Setup
Parts Checklist ......................................................................................... 6
Buttons and Controls ............................................................................. 7
Getting Started ....................................................................................... 9
Unpack the camcorder and accessories .......................................... 9
Adjust the hand strap ...................................................................... 9
Attach the lens cap ........................................................................ 10
Attach the power supply ............................................................... 10
Turn on the camcorder................................................................... 11
Set the LIGHT switch to AUTO ....................................................... 11
Insert a cassette tape ..................................................................... 12
Use the LCD monitor or viewfinder to see what’s recording ...... 13
Start recording ............................................................................... 14
Play your recording ........................................................................ 14
Turn off the camcorder .................................................................. 15
Powering the Camcorder ..................................................................... 15
Charging the Battery ..................................................................... 15
Battery Level Icon ........................................................................... 18
Battery Care and Storage .............................................................. 18
Using the Power Supply ................................................................. 19
Using the Shoulder Strap ..................................................................... 20
Setting the Date and Time ................................................................... 21
Setting the Tape Recording Speed ...................................................... 22
Chapter 2: Using the Monitors
Seeing What You Are Recording ......................................................... 24
Using the LCD Monitor .................................................................. 24
Using the Viewfinder ..................................................................... 25
On-screen Icons..................................................................................... 26
Warning Icons ................................................................................. 26
Recording and Playback Icons ....................................................... 27
Other Icons ..................................................................................... 32