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Basic Picture-Taking
1. Connect a power source to the CAMERA (See page 26)
(A battery pack or an AC power adapter)
2. Set the device to CAMERA mode and the power switch to the REC mode.
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Open the LCD monitor.
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Ensure that the Memory Stick has been properly inserted into the device.
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Make sure the image you want to record appears on the LCD monitor or viewfinder.
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Make sure the battery level indicates that there is enough remaining power for your
expected recording time.
3. Press the Photo Button halfway down to set the focus.
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A Sound Effect will play when the focus is set.
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Press the Photo Button halfway down to automatically set the focus, White Balance,
and exposure for the best results.
4. Press the Photo Button firmly to take a picture.
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While the camcorder is recording the still image, " " appears on the screen.
Note
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This Auto Power off feature is designed to save battery power.
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Take a photograph in 2m distance from a photographic subject in low illumination.
Taking Your First Picture
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