6Advantages of Using DVDsNo need to worry about recording over a tape.When you use a DVD, the camcorder will automatically record on the emptyspace of the disc. So you don't have to worry about mistakenly recording over aprecious memory.Just select a scene from the index screen.You don't need to bother running a tape forwards and backwards to find thescene you want to play back. Simply select a scene from the index screen andstart the playback in a breeze.Easily play back your recordings on a DVD player.After your finalize your DVD ( 48), you can play it on a DVD player and shareyour recordings with friends and family.Playback on external devicesMake sure to finalize discs ( 48) before you play them back on externalDVD devices. The disc's type will affect its compatibility with external devices.For a summary, you can refer to the sidebar on page 49. However, to be sure,always refer to the instruction manual of the external device and make sure itis compatible before inserting the disc.For the highest compatibility with external DVD devices we recommendusing VIDEO mode.Discs that have been testedThe camcorder's performance was tested with single-layered discs usingHitachi-Maxell HG series DVD discs; and with dual-layered discs using CanonDVD-R DL54 discs and Verbatim DVD-R DL discs (as of January 2008*). Forfurther details, contact directly the manufacturer's customer support center.Note that attempting to record or play with this camcorder DVD discs thatwere recorded, initialized or finalized with a device other than this camcordercan result in damage to the camcorder or in the permanent loss of therecordings.* For the latest information, visit your local Canon Web site or contact your nearestCanon office. The use of DVD-R DL discs that have not been tested by Canon mayresult in incorrect recording/playback or in not being able to remove the disc.COPY