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Setting the Light-up Buttons
The buttons above the LCD panel light up
when the camcorder’s power is on, or when
you press a button. This is helpful if, for
example, you wish to play back a tape in dark
places.
You can select the color of the light-up
buttons from green, orange, blue, yellow,
turquoise and purple.
Selecting the Light-up Setting
Open the menu and select [SYSTEM]. Select [BUTTONLIGHT], set it to
[PUSH ON] or [OFF] and close the menu.
• ON: The buttons light up while the camcorder is turned on. The color changes when youpress a button and turns back when you release the button.
• PUSH ON: The buttons light up when you press a button and turn off when you release the button.
• OFF: Buttons do not light up.
Selecting the Color of the Buttons
Open the menu and select [SYSTEM]. Select [LIGHT COLOR], set it to the
desired color and close the menu.
You cannot change the color of the buttons when [BUTTONLIGHT] is set to [\
OFF].

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BUTTONLIGHT•ONSYSTEM  
LIGHT COLOR•TURQUOISESYSTEM  
MENU button
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Other Camcorder Settings
Beep
You will hear a beep upon camcorder operations such as power on/off, start/stop, self-
timer countdown, automatic shut-off, and unusual conditions of the camcorder. The
beep will not be recorded.
If you turn off the beep, all camcorder sounds including the ones of the My Camera
settings will be turned off.
To turn the beep off, open the menu and select [SYSTEM]. Select [BEEP],
set it to [OFF] and close the menu. 
Recording in 16:9 (Wide Screen TV Recording)
You can record in the 16:9 format for playback on wide screen TVs.
To switch 16:9 on, open the menu and select [CAMERA SET UP]. Select
[16:9], set it to [ON] and close the menu.
”16:9” appears.
❍The 16:9 mode cannot be selected in the Easy Recording mode.
❍ The multi-image screen cannot be used when the 16:9 format is selected.
❍ If you play back a 16:9 recording on a normal TV, the image appears vertically
“squashed” (compressed).
❍ If you connect the camcorder to a TV with an S1 terminal or Video ID-1
system, recordings made in the 16:9 mode will be automatically played back in
wide screen mode.

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16:9••••••••OFFCAMERA SET UP
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Demonstration Mode
The demonstration mode displays the camcorder’s main features. It starts
automatically when you leave the camcorder turned on without loading a c\
assette
(ZR70 MC/ZR65 MC: and without inserting a memory card) for more than 5\
 minutes.
You can also start the demonstration mode through the menu.
With no cassette (ZR70 MC/ZR65 MC: and memory card) inserted, open the
menu and select [DISPLAY SET UP]. Select [DEMO MODE], set it to [OFF]
and close the menu.
To cancel the demo mode, press any button, turn off the camcorder, load a cassette 
(ZR70 MC/ZR65 MC: or insert a memory card).

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Changing the Recording Mode (SP/LP)
You can choose from SP (standard play) and LP (long play). LP extends\
 the tape usage
by 1.5 times.
❍Tapes recorded in LP mode cannot be used for audio dubbing ( 96) or AV
insert ( 94).
❍ Depending on the nature and usage condition of the tape, picture and sound
recorded in LP mode may be distorted. We recommend using the SP mode for
important recordings.
❍ We recommend recording in SP mode if you plan to transfer the images to a
computer.
❍ If you record in both SP and LP modes on the same tape, the playback picture
may become distorted and the time code may not be written correctly.
❍ If you play back a tape that has been recorded in LP mode with another digital
device on this camcorder, or vice versa, picture and sound may become
distorted.
To change to LP mode, open the menu and select [VCR SET UP]. Select
[REC MODE], set it to [LP] and close the menu.

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Recording Still Images on the Tape
You can record still images on the tape. Starting your recording with a s\
till image
allows you to easily locate the beginning of the recording with the Phot\
o Search
function ( 85). 
In Record Pause Mode
1. Press the PHOTO button halfway.
• Autofocus: Fflashes in white and turns green when focus is
adjusted.
• Manual focus:  Fflashes in green. Adjust the focus with the
selector dial.
• Exposure is locked.
• When you press the PHOTO button on the wireless controller, recording starts immediately.
2. Press the PHOTO button fully.
•F disappears.
• The camcorder records the still image for approx. 6 seconds. During this time, the camcorder displays the still image and
keeps recording the sound.
• The camcorder returns to record pause mode.
During Recording
1. Press the PHOTO button fully.
• The camcorder records the still image for approx. 6 seconds. During this time, the camcorder displays the still image and
keeps recording the sound
• The camcorder returns to record pause mode.

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❍When you turn the POWER switch to OFF while the camcorder is recording the
still image, it will not turn off until recording is complete.
❍ Record still images under sufficient lighting condition (in which you can identify
the subject on the screen).
❍ If a subject is unsuitable for autofocus,  Fcontinues to flash. Keep the PHOTO
button pressed halfway and adjust the focus with the selector dial.
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Using the Recording Programs
The camcorder is equipped with the Easy Recording program and several pr\
ogram AE
modes. The availability of functions differs depending on the selected mode.
Availability of Functions in Each Mode:
A: Auto settingh: Available     ×: Not available
*1 ZR70 MC only.
*2 The image stabilizer cannot be used in CARD CAMERA mode.
*3 ZR70 MC and ZR65 MC only. 
*4 Available effects depend upon the program AE mode.
Easy Recording Program
The camcorder adjusts focus, exposure and other settings
automatically, allowing you to just point and shoot.
Program AE Modes
Auto
The camcorder adjusts focus, exposure and other settings
automatically. However, you have the option of adjusting the
settings manually.

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Position of the 
Program Selector
Recording Program
Digital Zoom hh ×
Shutter Speed hA
Focus A h
White Balance h
AE Shift h
Image Stabilizer*
2ON h×
Digital Effects × h*4
16:9 × h
Card Mix*3× h ×

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Sports
Use this mode to record sports scenes (such as tennis or golf),
moving objects (such as roller coasters) or when recording from a
moving car. 
❍This mode is set at a high shutter speed and should therefore be used in sufficient
light.
❍ This mode is mainly intended for frame-by-frame or slow playback. The pi\
cture may
not appear smooth when played back in normal speed.
Portrait
Use this mode to give accent to your subject by blurring the
background or foreground. 
❍The blur effect increases the more you zoom to telephoto. 
❍ This mode is set at a higher shutter speed. The picture may not
appear smooth when played back.
Spotlight
Use this mode to record spotlit scenes such as shows, recitals or
fireworks.
Sand & Snow
Use this mode in bright places such as a sunny beach or ski resort. It
prevents the subject from being underexposed. 
❍The subject may become overexposed in dark surroundings. Check
the image on the screen.
❍ This mode is set at a higher shutter speed. The picture may not appear smooth when
played back.
Low Light
Use this mode to record in dimly lit places. The shutter is fixed at a
slow shutter speed. 
❍Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage.
❍ Picture quality may not be as good as in other modes.
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Night
Use this mode to record in dark places. The shutter speed is
adjusted automatically. It is useful when recording in places with
changing light conditions (such as in amusement parks). 
❍Night mode cannot be used in CARD CAMERA
mode.
❍ Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage.
❍ Picture quality may not be as good as in other modes.
❍ White points may appear on the screen.
❍ Autofocus may not work as well as in other modes. In such case, adjust t\
he focus
manually.
Super Night (CAMERA mode)
In CAMERA mode, use this mode to record in very dark places. The
shutter speed is adjusted automatically. The White LED lights up
automatically illuminating the subject in the center of the screen,
allowing you to record brightly in color.
Low Light Plus (CARD CAMERA mode)
In CARD CAMERA mode, use this mode to record in dark places.
The shutter is fixed at a slow shutter speed. The White LED lights up
illuminating the subject in the center of the screen, allowing you to
record brightly in color.
❍The range of the White LED is limited. Check the image on the screen when
recording.
❍ Use this mode for recordings at close range (up to 6.6 ft (2m)). 
❍ Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage.
❍ Picture quality may not be as good as in other modes.
❍ White points may appear on the screen.
❍ Autofocus may not work as well as in other modes. In such case, adjust t\
he focus
manually.

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Selecting the Program AE Mode
1. Slide the program selector to  Q(program AE).
2. Press the selector dial.
A list of the program AE modes appears.
3. Select a mode and press the selector dial.
The symbol of the mode appears on the upper left corner of the
screen.  (Auto) disappears after 4 seconds. ❍Do not change the mode during recording as the brightness of the image may
change abruptly.
❍ The setting resets to the Auto mode when you switch the program selector to
[ .
❍ Bright light in a dark scene may cause a vertical light bar to appear. This is not
a malfunction.

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