Grip Adjustment
1) Separate the Velcro strip. 2) Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip. 3) Adjust so that your thumb and �ngers can easily operate the Recording Start/Stop Button ! and Power Zoom Lever 3. Refasten the Velcro strip. 3 " !
Velcro strip
Tripod Mounting
Align the screw and camera direction stud on the tripod with the tripod mounting socket -. Then tighten the screw. -
GETTING STARTED
CAUTION: View�nder Adjustment
1) Set the Power Switch # to � � or � � while pressing down the Lock Button ". 2) Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull up the view�nder and adjust it manually to get the best view. 3) Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control + until the indications in the view�nder are clearly focused.
When using a tripod, be sure to extend its legs fully to stabilise the camcorder. To prevent damage to the unit caused by falling over, do not use a small tripod.
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
1) Open the LCD monitor fully and keep it aligned vertically with the camera (do not tilt it). Press EJECT ( for more than 2 seconds until the cassette holder opens. Do not force open. 2) When inserting a cassette, make sure the label is facing outward. 3) Press the Close button ~ to close the cassette holder until it locks in place. Close the LCD monitor. � Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is still open may cause damage to the LCD monitor. � Make sure the erase protection tab is in the position that allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some cassettes have removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape. � The cassette holder cannot be opened while the camcorder is in record mode or detached from power source.
Cassette holder
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Shoulder Strap Attachment
Thread the strap through the eyelet 5, then fold it back and thread it through the buckle. Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet 5, making sure the strap is not twisted. Adjust the length.
