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Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls 2-27
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wk VTR SAVE/STBY (VTR power saving/standby) switch
This switch controls the VTR power mode during pauses in recording
(REC PAUSE).
SAVE: Power saving mode. When you press the VTR START button,
there is a short delay before recording starts, but power consumption
is less than in standby mode, and battery life is extended. When the
switch is set to SAVE, the VTR SAVE indicator in the viewfinder
lights.
STBY: Standby mode. Recording starts as soon as you press the VTR
START button. Avoid allowing the camcorder to remain in STBY
(standby) mode for a long time.
Note
Even if the switch is set to the STBY position, the camcorder can
automatically turn to power saving mode when the tape does not run for
a certain period. In such a case, the VTR SAVE indicator in the
viewfinder lights.
This function is effective when a setting other than OFF is selected for
the STILL TIMER item on the VTR MODE 4 page of the
MAINTENANCE menu. The STILL TIMER item also allows you to
select the time until the camcorder turns to power saving mode.
For detailed information, refer to the Maintenance Manual.
wl EJECT (cassette eject) button
Press this button to eject or load a cassette.
e; REW (rewind) button and indicator
Press this button to rewind the tape. The indicator lights during
rewinding.
ea F FWD (fast forward) button and indicator
Press this button to fast forward the tape. The indicator lights during fast
forward.