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Attaching the Shoulder Strap
For extra security and portability, attach the shoulder strap before using the
camcorder. 
Pass the ends through the strap mount
and adjust the length of the strap.
Mounting the Wide Attachment
The WA-30.5 Wide Attachment gives you a wide perspective for indoor shots or
panoramic views (0.6×). The wide attachment is for use at maximum wide-angle.
Screw the wide attachment fully into
the lens filter thread.
❍ If you zoom to telephoto, the picture will not be in focus.
❍ Do not look directly at the sun or other strong light sources through the wide
attachment. It could damage your eyesight.
❍ When recording in wide angle with the wide attachment, the outer periphery
of the image may become curved.
❍ Filters cannot be used with the wide attachment.
❍ If dust accumulates on the wide attachment or on the camcorder lens, clean
both lenses gently with a blower brush.
❍ The wide attachment may obstruct the remote sensor (the range of the
wireless controller narrows), or may cause a shadow to appear on the picture
when recording with a video light or the assist lamp (White LED).
❍ Do not touch the lens to avoid smudges and fingerprints.
❍ Do not store the wide attachment in a humid place as it may mold.

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Loading a Cassette
Use only videocassettes marked with the  Dlogo.
Loading and Unloading
1. Slide and hold the OPEN/EJECT
switch and open the cassette
compartment cover.
The cassette compartment opens
automatically. 
2. Load/unload the cassette.
• Load the cassette with the window facing
the grip belt and the REC/SAVE tab facing
upward. 
• Unload the cassette by pulling it straight out.
3. Press the  Pmark on the cassette
compartment until it clicks.
Wait for the cassette compartment to retract
automatically.
4. Close the cassette compartment cover.
❍Do not interfere with the cassette compartment while it is opening or closing
automatically or attempt to close the cover until the cassette compartme\
nt has
fully retracted.
❍ Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette compartment cover.
❍ If the camcorder is connected to a power source, cassettes can be
loaded/unloaded even if the POWER switch is set to OFF.
❍ v flashes if no cassette is inserted when turning on the power (in CAMERA
and PLAY (VCR) mode).
❍ With some types of tapes, the remaining tape display may not be accurate.

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Protecting Tapes from Accidental Erasure
To protect your recordings from accidental
erasure, slide the tab on the cassette to the
left. (This switch position is usually labeled
SAVE or ERASE OFF.) 
If you load a protected cassette in CAMERA
mode, the message “THE TAPE IS SET FOR
ERASURE PREVENTION” appears for approx. 4
seconds and vstarts flashing. If you wish to record on that cassette, slide the tab
back to the right.
Cassette Handling Precautions
❍ Rewind tapes after use. If the tape becomes slack and damaged, it may ca\
use
picture and sound distortion.
❍ Return cassettes in the case and store them upright.
❍ Do not leave the cassette in the camcorder after use.
❍ Do not use cassettes with spliced tapes or nonstandard cassettes as they\
 may
damage the camcorder.
❍ Do not insert anything into the small holes of the cassette, or cover th\
em with
cellophane tape.
❍ Handle cassettes with care. Do not drop or subject them to severe impact\
 as this
may damage the cassettes.
❍ Rewind tapes from time to time if they are stored for a long time.
❍ With cassettes equipped with a memory function, metal plated terminals m\
ay
become dirty with use and the cassette’s memory function may not work properly.
Clean the terminals with a cotton swab after about 10 times of loading/u\
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Using the Wireless Controller
You can operate the camcorder with the
supplied wireless controller from a distance of
up to 16 feet (5 m). Point it at the camcorder’s
remote sensor when you press the buttons.
Following functions cannot be operated
without the wireless controller:
• Some special playback modes ( 38)
• Photo/date search ( 85)
• Zero set memory ( 86)
• Analog line-in ( 89)
• DV dubbing ( 90)
• AV Insert ( 94)
• Audio dubbing ( 96)
❍The wireless controller may not work properly in bright places, such as
outdoors under direct sunlight, or when used too close to the camcorder.
❍ The operable range of the wireless controller may shorten when the
camcorder’s remote sensor is exposed to strong light.
❍ When the batteries run out, replace both at the same time.
Inserting Batteries
The wireless controller operates with two AA batteries.
1. Open the battery cover.
2. Insert the batteries following the + and – markings.
3. Close the battery cover.

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Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time
Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcord\
er. Install the
backup battery before you begin ( 19).
Setting the Time Zone/Daylight Saving Time
1. Press the MENU button to open the menu.
2. Turn the selector dial to select [SYSTEM] and pressthe selector dial.
3. Turn the selector dial to select [T.ZONE/DST] and press the selector dial.
• The time zone setting appears.
• The default setting is New York. Select your time zone and daylight saving time (DST)
setting if necessary.
4. Turn the selector dial to select the setting option that represents your time zone.
To adjust for daylight saving time, select the time zone with the Unext to the area.
5. Press the MENU button to close the menu.

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❍ Once you have set time zone, date and time, you do not need to reset the
clock each time you travel to another time zone. Just set the time zone \
to the
one of your destination, and the camcorder automatically adjusts the clock.
❍ Days per month and leap years will be automatically adjusted.
Setting the Date and Time
1. Press the MENU button to open the menu.

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SAMOA
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ANCHOR. (Anchorage)
L.A. (Los Angeles)
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2. Turn the selector dial to select [SYSTEM] and pressthe selector dial.
3. Turn the selector dial to select [D/TIME SET] and press the selector dial.
The year display starts to flash.
4. Turn the selector dial to select the year, and press the selector dial.
• The next part of the display starts flashing.
• Set the month, day, hours and minutes in the same way.
5. Press the MENU button to close the menu and tostart the clock.
Time zone, date and time appear for 4 seconds each time you
turn the power on.
❍To change a part of the date or time, press the selector dial at step 4, and
move to the part you wish to change. 
❍ The date can be set to any year between 2003 and 2030.
Displaying Date and Time during Recording
You can display time zone, date and time in the lower left corner of the \
screen (the
time zone disappears after 4 seconds). The 4-second display will no lon\
ger appear
when you turn the power on. The date and time display will not be superi\
mposed on
your recordings.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menu.
2. Turn the selector dial to select [DISPLAY SET UP] and
press the selector dial.
3. Turn the selector dial to select [D/T DISPLAY] and press the selector dial.
4. Turn the selector dial to select [ON].
5. Press the MENU button to close the menu.

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Recording Movies on a Tape
You can use the LCD screen or the viewfinder when recording. 
Before You Begin Recording
Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly\
. Before you
make important recordings, clean the video heads ( 142).
Preparations
Connect a power source. Load a cassette.
Recording
1. Remove the lens cap.
2. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.
If you have not set the time zone, date and
time, “SET THE TIME ZONE, DATE AND TIME”
appears. See  Setting the Time Zone, Date and
Time ( 25).
3. Open the LCD panel ( 32).
To use the viewfinder, keep the LCD panel
closed or rotate it so that the screen faces in
the same direction of the lens ( 33). 
4. Press the start/stop button to begin
recording.
Wait until the tape counter came to a
complete stop before you begin recording.
5. Press the start/stop button again topause recording.
Restart recording by pressing the start/stop button.

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When You Have Finished Recording
1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF. 
2. Close the LCD panel.
3. Replace the lens cap.
4. Unload the cassette.
5. Disconnect the power source.
When recording outdoors or through a window, do not leave LCD screen,
viewfinder or lens exposed to direct sunlight as it may cause damage.
❍Turn the power off if you do not intend to use the camcorder for a longer
time.
❍ The camcorder will shut off after 5 minutes when left in record pause mode to
protect tape and video heads. To continue recording, turn the POWER switch
to OFF and then back to CAMERA.
❍ For when to use the  [(Easy Recording) or  Q(program AE) mode, see  Using
the Recording Programs ( 57).
❍ When you do not remove the cassette, you can record the next scene without
producing any noise or blank sections between the recordings even if you turn
the camcorder off. 
❍ About the built-in microphone: When recording near loud sounds (such as
fireworks, drums or concerts), sound may become distorted or may be
recorded not in the actual sound level.
❍ For extra recording time, see  Changing the Recording Mode ( 54).

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Zooming
The camcorder’s zoom lens allows you to choose the best picture angle for your
recordings. The camcorder automatically switches between optical zooming\
 and
digital zooming. Image resolution is slightly lower with the digital zoo\
m. 
Optical Zoom 
Move the zoom lever toward W to zoom out (wide-
angle). Move it toward T to zoom in (telephoto).
• Press the zoom lever slightly for a slow zoom. Press harder for a
faster zoom.
• You can also use the T and W buttons on the wireless controller. However, you cannot control the zoom speed.
Digital Zoom
1. Press the MENU button to open the menu.
2. Turn the selector dial to select [CAMERA SET UP] and press the selector dial. 
3. Select [D.ZOOM] and press the selector dial.
4. Select a setting option.

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