�� Table of contents
�� Introduction
8 Enjoying High-Definition Video with your Camcorder
16 About this Manual
18 Getting to Know the Camcorder
18 Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs
20 Names of Parts
23 Screen Displays
�� Preparations
27 Getting Started
27 Charging the Battery Pack
29 Preparing the Wireless Controller and Accessories
31 Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD
Screen
33 Basic Operation of the Camcorder
33 Operating Modes
35 Joystick and Joystick Guide
35 Using the Menus
38 First Time Settings
38 Setting the Date and Time
39 Changing the Language
39 Changing the Time Zone
40 Using a Memory Card
40 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder
41 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card
42 Selecting the Memory for the Recordings
42 Initializing the Built-in Memory ( only) or Memory
Card�� Video
44 Basic Recording
44 Shooting Video
45 Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode)
47 Zooming
48 Quick Start Function
49 Basic Playback
49 Playing Back the Video
51 Selecting what Recordings to Play Back
52 Searching for Scenes
54 Selecting the Playback Starting Point
57 Pre-selecting Recordings from the Index Screen
58 Deleting Scenes
60 Advanced Functions
60 Special Scene Recording Programs
62 Changing the Shutter Speed and Aperture
64 Cinema Mode: Giving a Cinematic Look to your
Recordings
64 Mini Video Light
65 Video Snapshot
68 Pre-recording Function
69 Self Timer
70 Manual Exposure Adjustment and Automatic Backlight
Correction
71 Manual Focus Adjustment
72 Face Detection
74 White Balance
76 Image Effects
77 Digital Effects
78 On-Screen Displays and Data Code
79 Digital Tele-Converter
80 Audio Recording Level
81 Using Headphones
83 Using the Mini Advanced Shoe
84 Using an External Microphone
85 Using the Custom Key and Dial
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86 Playlist and Scene Operations
86 Dividing Scenes
87 Editing the Playlist: Adding, Deleting, Moving and
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Playing Back
91 Copying Scenes
�� Photos
93 Basic Recording
93 Taking Photos
94 Selecting Photo Size and Quality
95 Deleting a Photo Right After Recording It
96 Basic Playback
96 Viewing Photos
97 Deleting Photos
99 Magnifying Photos during Playback
100 Additional Functions
100 Flash
102 Drive Mode: Continuous Shooting and Exposure
Bracketing
103 Taking Photos while Recording Movies (Simultaneous
Recording)
104 Light Metering Mode
104 Slideshow
105 Rotating Photos
105 Histogram Display
106 Capturing Photos from the Playback Scene
107 Protecting Photos
108 Copying Photos
111 Printing Photos
111 Printing Photos (Direct Print)
113 Selecting the Print Settings
116 Trimming Settings
117 Print Orders
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�� External Connections
120 Terminals on the Camcorder
121 Connection Diagrams
124 Playback on a TV Screen
125 Saving Your Recordings
125 Saving Your Recordings on a Computer
126 Authoring High-Definition (AVCHD) Discs and Photo
DVDs
130 Copying your Recordings to an External Video
Recorder
131 Transferring Photos to a Computer (Direct Transfer)
135 Transfer Orders
�� Additional Information
137 Appendix: Menu Options Lists
137 FUNC. Menu
140 Setup Menus
152 Trouble?
152 Troubleshooting
157 List of Messages
167 Do’s and Don’ts
167 Handling Precautions
172 Maintenance/Others
173 Using the Camcorder Abroad
174 General Information
174 System Diagram
175 Optional Accessories
180 Product Codes
181 Specifications |
