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    							Advanced Image Stabilization
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    Advanced Image Stabilization
    The image stabilizer reduces camcorder blur (blur due to the camcorder moving) so you can get nice, 
    stable shots. Select the image stabilization mode according to the shooting conditions.
    1 Open the [Image Stabilizer] screen.
    [FUNC.] > [Image Stabilizer]
    2 Touch the desired IS mode and then touch [ X].
    Options
    ( Default value)
    NOTES
    • If the degree of camcorder shake is too high, the image stabilizer may not be able to fully  compensate.
    • For surveying and following shots, when you pan the  camcorder from side to side or tilt it up and 
    down, we recommend setting [Image Stabilizer] to [ ÄDynamic] or [ ÅStandard].
    • The angle of view will change when [Image Stabilizer] is set to [ Ä Dynamic].
    Operating modes:
    [
    Ä Dynamic]Compensates for a higher degree of camcorder shake, such as when shooting 
    while walking, and is more effective as the zoom approaches full wide angle.
    [ Å Standard]Compensates for a lower degree of camcorder shake, such as when shooting while 
    remaining stationary, and is suitable for shooting natural-looking scenes.
    [ Ì Off]Use this setting when the camcorder is mounted on a tripod.
    Powered IS After setting an assignable button to [ È Powered IS], you can use Powered IS to make the 
    image stabilization even more powerful. Powered IS is most effective when you are stationary and 
    zooming in on far subjects using high zoom ratios (the more you approach the telephoto end). 
    Holding the OLED panel with your left hand will add to the stability of the shot.
    1 Set an assignable button to [ È Powered IS] ( A92).
    2 Press and hold the assignable button as long as you want to activate Powered IS. •È  appears in yellow while Powered  IS is activated.
    • You can change the operation of the assignable button set to [ È Powered IS] (long press 
    or toggle on/off) with the  q >  [Powered IS Button] setting.
    • Powered IS is available even when [Image Stabilizer] is set to [ ÌOff].
    Operating modes:
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    							Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit
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    Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit
    When recording in dark surroundings, the camcorder will automatically increase the gain to try to get a 
    brighter picture. However, using higher gain values may result in more noticeable video noise. You can 
    select the AGC limit to curb the amount of noise by setting the maximum gain value to be used. The 
    smaller the AGC limit, the darker the picture but the less noise it will contain.
    POINTS TO CHECK
    • Select a recording program other than the Special Scene recording programs or  [n Manual Exposure].
    1 Open the AGC limit adjustment screen.
    [FUNC.]  > [x  AGC Limit] >  [n Manual]
    •Touch [ mAutomatic] to remove the AGC limit.
    2Touch [ Ï] or [ Ð] to set the AGC limit.
    • You can also drag your finger along the dial.
    3Touch [ X].
    • The selected AGC limit will appear on the screen.
    NOTES
    •If you set q  >  [CUSTOM Dial & Button] to [ x AGC Limit] ( A91), you can adjust the AGC 
    limit with the CUSTOM dial and button.
    • Setting the AGC limit is not available when [ y Exposure] is set to [ n].
    Operating modes:
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    							Automatic Exposure Recording Programs
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    Automatic Exposure Recording Programs
    With the automatic exposure (AE) recording programs, the camcorder will adjust the shutter speed 
    and/or aperture value to obtain the optimal exposure. When using the AE recording programs, you can 
    change functions like the white balance and image effects.
    1 Open the screen of the desired recording program.
    [FUNC.] > [Rec. Programs]  > [‚  Shutter-Pri. AE] or [ “Aperture-Pri. AE]
    2Touch [ Ï] or [Ð ] to set the desired shutter speed ( ‚) or aperture value ( “) and then 
    touch [ X].
    • You can also drag your finger along the dial. 
    • The selected shutter speed or aperture value will appear on the screen next to the recording 
    program icon.
    Options( Default value)
    Available shutter speed settings
    Available shutter speed settings when the frame rate is set to 23.98P
    Available aperture value settings
    ND filter settings will be available when the aperture value is [F4.0]. Operating modes:
    [’  Programmed AE]The camcorder automatically adjusts the aperture and shutter speed to obtain 
    the optimal exposure for the subject.
    [ ‚  Shutter-Pri. AE]Set the shutter speed value. The camcorder automatically sets the appropriate 
    aperture value.
    [ “  Aperture-Pri. AE]Set the aperture value. The camcorder automatically sets the appropriate 
    shutter speed.
    [1/8][1/15][1/30][1/60][1/100]
    [1/250][1/500][1/1000][1/2000]
    [1/6][1/12][1/24][1/48][1/60]
    [1/100][1/250][1/500][1/1000][1/2000]
    [F1.8][F2.0][F2.2][F2.4][F2.6][F2.8]
    [F3.2][F3.4][F3.7][F4.0][F4.4][F4.8]
    [F5.2][F5.6][F6.2][F6.7][F7.3][F8.0]
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    							Automatic Exposure Recording Programs
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    NOTES
    •[ ‚ Shutter-Pri. AE]:
    - On screen only the denominator is displayed – [ ‚250] indicates a shutter speed of 1/250 second, 
    etc.
    - When recording in dark surroundings, you can obtain a brighter picture by using slow shutter  speeds; however, image quality may not be as good and autofocus may not work well.
    - The image may flicker when recording with fast shutter speeds.
    - Recording movies under fluorescent lights:  If the screen starts to flicker, select [‚Shutter-Pri. 
    AE] and set the shutter speed to 1/100.
    •[ “ Aperture-Pri. AE]: The actual range of values available for selection will vary depending on the 
    initial zoom position.
    • When setting a numeric value (aperture or shutter speed), the number displayed will flash if the  aperture value or shutter speed is not appropriate for the recording conditions. In such case, select 
    a different value.
    • During exposure lock, the aperture value/shutter speed cannot be changed. Set the aperture value  or shutter speed before manually adjusting the exposure.
    •If you set q  >  [CUSTOM Dial & Button] to [ ”Tv / Av] ( A91), you can adjust the shutter 
    speed or aperture value with the CUSTOM dial and button.
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    							Exposure Adjustment
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    Exposure Adjustment
    At times, backlit subjects may appear too dark (underexposed) or subjects under very strong lights 
    may appear too bright or glaring (overexposed). In such cases, adjusting the exposure will correct this. 
    This camcorder features a dedicated recording program, [n Manual Exposure], for adjusting the 
    exposure manually. However, you can also compensate the exposure when using other recording 
    programs.
    Using the Manual Exposure Recording Program
    Using the [ n Manual Exposure] recording program, you can adjust the aperture, shutter speed and 
    gain to achieve the desired exposure.
    1 Activate the [ n Manual Exposure] recording program.
    [FUNC.]  > [Rec. Programs]  > [n  Manual Exposure]
    2 Touch the control button of the setting you wish to adjust.
    3Touch [ Ï] or [Ð ] to set the desired value.
    • You can also drag your finger along the dial.
    • The exposure will change according to the setting's new value. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust 
    other settings.
    • Before touching [ X], you can also use the zebra pattern (see below).
    4Touch [ X].
    NOTES
    •If you set  q  >  [CUSTOM Dial & Button] to [ lManual Exposure] ( A91), you can adjust the 
    aperture, shutter speed and gain with the CUSTOM dial and button.
    Using the Zebra Pattern
    You can use the zebra pattern to identify areas that might be overexposed, so you can correct the 
    exposure appropriately. The camcorder offers two levels of zebra pattern: With 100% only areas that 
    will lose detail in the highlight areas will be identified, while 70% will identify also areas that are 
    dangerously close to losing detail. Operating modes:
    Aperture
    Gain
    Adjustment dial
    Shutter speed
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    							Exposure Adjustment
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    1 From the exposure adjustment screen, touch [w] to select the zebra level.
    2 Touch [70%] or [100%] and then touch [ K].
    3Touch [ z] or [{ ] and then touch [ X].
    • The zebra pattern will appear on the overexposed areas of the picture. 
    • Touch again to turn off the zebra pattern.
    NOTES
    • Using the zebra pattern will not affect your recordings.
    Exposure Compensation
    When you use a recording program other than [ n Manual Exposure], the camcorder will adjust the 
    exposure automatically. However, you can compensate and lock the exposure or use the Touch AE 
    function to automatically set the optimal exposure for the subject you select. This is convenient when 
    the brightness of the subject you want to shoot is noticeably brighter/darker than the general 
    brightness of the image.
    POINTS TO CHECK
    • Select a recording program other than [ ŠFireworks] or [ n Manual Exposure].
    1 Open the exposure adjustment screen.
    [FUNC.]  > [y Exposure]
    2 Touch a subject that appears inside the  y frame.
    • The Touch AE mark ( I) will flash and the exposure will be adjusted automatically so the area you 
    touched will be correctly exposed. You have the option to further adjust the exposure manually as 
    necessary. Depending on the subject, you may want to use the [Highlights] setting as described 
    below.
    • You can touch [ n] instead to compensate the exposure without activating the Touch AE 
    function.
    • The manual adjustment dial appears and the adjustment value is set at ±0.
    •Touch [ n] again to return the camcorder to automatic exposure.
    3Touch [ Ï] or [ Ð] or drag your finger along the dial to set the exposure compensation 
    value.
    • The adjustment range may vary depending on the initial brightness of the image, and some 
    values may be grayed out.
    • Before touching [ X], you can also use the zebra pattern ( A65).
    4Touch [ X] to lock the exposure at the selected value.
    • During exposure lock, y  and the selected exposure compensation value will appear on the 
    screen. 
    Operating modes:
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    							Exposure Adjustment
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    To adjust the Touch AE function for highlights (Highlight AE)
    Certain subjects, like clouds or white objects, are easily overexposed and can end up appearing as 
    bright areas where all detail is lost. Using the [Highlights] setting, you can touch the brightest area 
    inside the y frame and the camcorder will automatically make corrections so that area is not 
    overexposed. When you touch a dark area in the picture or the highlights are too bright, the 
    camcorder may not be able to correctly adjust the exposure.
    After step 1 above:
    1Touch [ w].
    2 Touch [Highlights] and then touch [ K].
    • Touch [Normal] to return the camcorder to normal Touch AE settings.
    To use backlight correction
    When recording in situations in which the subject is constantly backlit, you can use backlight 
    correction to make the entire picture brighter, especially dark areas. This will take precedence over the 
    p  >  [Auto Backlight Correction] setting, which is useful in situations in which the subject is not 
    constantly backlit.
    1Open the [ °BLC Always On] screen.
    [FUNC.]  > [° BLC Always On]
    2 Touch [ON] and then touch [ X].
    • °  appears on the screen.
    • Alternatively, you can set an assignable button to [ ° BLC Always On] (A 92). In that case, 
    press the assignable button to turn the backlight correction on and off.
    NOTES
    • The camcorder will return to automatic exposure if the camcorder is turned off, the power switch is  operated or the recording program is changed.
    •If you set  q >  [CUSTOM Dial & Button] to [ y Exposure] ( A91), you can adjust the exposure 
    compensation value with the CUSTOM dial and button.
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    							White Balance
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    White Balance
    The white balance function helps you to accurately reproduce colors under different lighting 
    conditions.
    POINTS TO CHECK
    • Select a recording program other than the Special Scene recording programs.
    1 Open the white balance screen.
    [FUNC.]  > [Ä White Balance]
    2 Touch the desired option and then touch [ X].
    • When you select [ ÂColor Temperature], [ ÆSet 1] or [ ÇSet 2], set the color temperature or a 
    custom white balance with the appropriate procedure below before touching [ X].
    • The icon of the selected option will appear on the screen.
    To set the color temperature ([ Â Color Temperature])
    Touch [ Ï] or [Ð ] to set the desired value.
    • You can also drag your finger along the dial.
    To set a custom white balance ([ Æ Set 1] or [ Ç Set 2]) 
    Point the camcorder at a white object, so it  fills the whole screen, and touch [Set WB].
    When the adjustment is completed,  Å stops flashing and disappears. The camcorder will retain the 
    custom white balance even if you turn it off.
    Options( Default value)
    Operating modes:
    [ Ã  Automatic]The camcorder automatically sets the white balance for natural looking colors.
    [¼  Daylight]To record outdoors on a bright day.
    [½  Shade]To record in shaded places.
    [¾  Cloudy]To record on a cloudy day.
    [¿ Fluorescent]To record under warm white, cool white or warm-white-type (3-wavelength) 
    fluorescent lighting.
    [ À  Fluorescent H]To record under daylight or daylight-type (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting.
    [É Tungsten]To record under tungsten and tungsten-type (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting.
    [Â  Color Temperature]Allows you to set the color temperature between 2,000 K and 15,000 K.
    [Æ  Set 1], [ Ç Set 2]Use the custom white balance settings to make white subjects appear white 
    under colored lighting.
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    							White Balance
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    NOTES
    • When you select a custom white balance: -Set  p >  [Digital Zoom] to [ j Off].
    - Reset the white balance when you change locations or the lighting or other conditions change.
    - Depending on the light source,  Å may keep flashing. The result will still be better than with 
    [ Ã Automatic].
    • Using a custom white balance may provide better results in the following cases: - Changing lighting conditions
    -Close-ups
    - Subjects in a single color (sky, sea or forest)
    - Under mercury lamps, certain types of fluorescent lights and LED lights
    • Depending on the type of fluorescent light, optimal color balance may not be obtained with  [¿ Fluorescent] or [ ÀFluorescent H]. If the color looks unnatural, select [ ÃAutomatic] or a 
    custom white balance setting.
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    							Special Scene Recording Programs
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    Special Scene Recording Programs
    Recording in a very bright ski resort or capturing the full colors of a sunset or a fireworks display 
    becomes as easy as selecting a Special Scene recording program.
    1 Open the recording programs screen.
    [FUNC.] > [Rec. Programs] >  [ú Portrait]
    2 Touch the desired recording program and then touch [ X].
    Options
    ( Default value)
    Operating modes:
    [ ú Portrait]The camcorder uses a large aperture, to achieve a sharp focus 
    on the subject while blurring the background.
    [ û Sports]To record sports scenes such as tennis or golf.
    [ü  Night Scene]To record nightscapes with lower noise.
    [ý Snow]To record in bright ski resorts without the subject being 
    underexposed.
    [ þ Beach]To record on a sunny beach without the subject being 
    underexposed.
    [ ÿ Sunset]To record sunsets in vibrant colors.
    [Œ  Low Light]To record in low-light situations.
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