Smart AUTO Mode 49Quick Start FunctionWhen you close the LCD panel with the camcorder on, the camcorderenters the standby mode. In standby mode the camcorder consumesonly about 1/3 the power used when recording, saving energy whenyou are using a battery pack. Additionally, when you open the LCDpanel, the camcorder is ready to start recording in approximately1 second*, allowing you to record the subject right away.* The actual time required varies depending on the shooting conditions.1 With the camcorder on and in a recording mode, close the LCDpanel.A beep will sound and the green ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will changeto orange to indicate the camcorder entered standby mode.2 When you wish to resume recording, open the LCD panel.The ON/OFF (CHG) indicator turns back green and the camcorder isready to record.IMPORTANT• Do not disconnect the power source during standby mode (while theON/OFF (CHG) indicator is lit in orange).NOTES• The camcorder will not enter standby mode if the LCD panel is closedwhile the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing, or while a menu is beingdisplayed. The camcorder may also not enter standby mode if the LCDpanel is closed when the battery charge is too low. Check that the ON/OFF (CHG) indicator changes to orange.• About standby mode and auto power off:- The camcorder will power off automatically if left in standby mode for10 minutes. Press x to turn on the camcorder.- You can select the length of time until shut-off or turn off the QuickStart function altogether with the 688 [Power Saving Mode] 8[Quick Start (Standby)] setting.- The usual 5-minute auto power off setting of [Power Saving Mode] isnot applicable while the camcorder is in standby mode.Operating modes:
