8Table of contentsIntroductionAn Introduction to DVDs ..................................................................................5The Advantages of DVDs ................................................................................6About this Manual..........................................................................................11Checking the Supplied Accessories ..............................................................13Components Guide........................................................................................14Screen Displays.............................................................................................18PreparationsStep 1: Preparing the Power Supply..............................................................21Step 2: Preparing the Camcorder ..................................................................24Step 3: Using the Wireless Controller............................................................25Step 4: Adjusting the LCD Screen .................................................................26Step 5: Changing the Display Language .......................................................27Step 6: Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time..............................................28Step 7: Inserting a Memory Card...................................................................30Step 8: Loading a Disc...................................................................................31Basic FunctionsRecordingRecording Movies..........................................................................................33Recording Still Images...................................................................................35Zooming.........................................................................................................37Tips for Better Recording...............................................................................38PlaybackPlaying Back Movies .....................................................................................39Viewing Still Images.......................................................................................41Adjusting the Volume.....................................................................................43Magnifying the Image ....................................................................................44Displaying Additional Recording Data ...........................................................45Advanced FeaturesRecording ProgramsUsing the Recording Programs .....................................................................46Selecting the Recording Program..................................................................47Using the Program AE Mode .....................................................................48Using the Shutter-Priority AE Mode .........................................................49Using the Aperture-Priority AE Mode.......................................................50More Recording OptionsManually Adjusting the Exposure ..................................................................51Manually Adjusting the Focus and Changing the Focusing Mode.................52Recording in Widescreen (16:9 Aspect Ratio)...............................................54Using the Mini Video Light .................................................................55Using the Flash ..................................................................................56Using the Self-Timer ......................................................................................58Changing the FUNC. SettingsChanging Settings with the FUNC. Button ....................................................59Available Settings List (FUNC.) .....................................................................60Changing the Metering Method .....................................................................62Setting the White Balance .............................................................................63Applying Image Enhancing Effects................................................................65