69Using the Full Rangeof FeaturesETurning Off the Image StabilizerThe image stabilizer allows you to obtain steady recordings even at telephoto. There isno need to turn off the image stabilizer during normal recording. However, thecamcorder tries to compensate for horizontal movements and you may thereforedecide to turn it off during panning. The image stabilizer cannot be turned off whenthe program selector is set to [.Open the menu and select [CAMERA SET UP]. Select [IMAGE S. i], set itto [OFF] and close the menu.i disappears.❍ We recommend turning off the image stabilizer when you mount thecamcorder on a tripod.❍ The image stabilizer is designed to compensate a normal degree of camcordershake.❍ The image stabilizer cannot be used in CARD CAMERA mode.❍ The image stabilizer cannot be used when [16:9] is set to [HIGH-RES.].❍ The image stabilizer might not be as effective when recording in dark placesusing the Night or Super Night mode.CARD PLAY (VCR)CARD CAMERAPLAY (VCR)CAMERAIMAGE S. •••ONCAMERA SET UP( 41)