Basic Operation of the Camcorder26Basic Operation of the CamcorderUsing the Touch ScreenThe control buttons and menu items that appear on the touch screen change dynamically dependingon the operating mode and the task you are performing. With the intuitive touch screen interface youhave all the controls at your fingertips. You can also use the supplied stylus pen for a more preciseoperation.TouchPress firmly on an element displayed on the touch screen.Used to start playing back a scene in an index screen, to selecta setting from the menus, to select the subject whom thecamcorder will recognize as the main subject of the scene, etc.DragWhile applying pressure, swipe your finger up and down or leftand right across the screen.Used to scroll menus, to browse through index screen pages orto adjust slider controls like the volume.IMPORTANT• The camcorder uses a pressure-sensitive touch screen. Press firmly when using touchoperations.• In the following cases, you may not be able to perform touch operations correctly.- Using your fingernails or hard-tipped objects other than the supplied stylus pen, such as ballpointpens.- Operating the touch screen with wet or gloved hands.- Applying excessive force or forcefully scratching the touch screen.- Attaching commercially available screen protectors or adhesive film onto the touch screen’ssurface.
