17E Masteringthe BasicsLoading a Cassette1. Make sure that you have attached a power source.2. Slide the OPEN / EJECT 5 switch (on the bottom of thecamcorder) to release the cassette compartment cover.• Pull the cover fully open (while holding the button) and wait a couple ofseconds for the cassette compartment to open automatically.• The confirmation beep sounds when the cassette cover fully opens.3. Load or unload the cassette.• Insert the cassette gently with the window facing the grip belt, and theREC/SAVE tab outwards.• Remove the cassette by pulling it straight out.4. Press the P mark on the compartment until it clicks, and waitfor it to close.5. Click the cover back into place.* D is a trade mark.Notes:• Do not interfere with the cassette compartment while it is opening or closingautomatically, and do not attempt to close the cover until the cassettecompartment has fully retracted.• After loading a cassette, use record search ( 36) to find the point where youwant to start recording.• Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette compartment cover.• Do not leave the cassette in the camcorder after use — return it to its case andstore it in a cool, clean, dry place.• When you turn the camcorder’s power on, v flashes in the display until youload a cassette.• With some types of tapes, the remaining tape display may not give an accuratereading ( 144).OPEN/EJECTPUSHOnly use videocassettes marked with the D logo.*Loading and unloading
