59Advanced Functions -RecordingEChanging the Recording Mode (SP/LP)You can choose between SP (standard play) and LP (long play). LP extends the tapeusage by 1.5 times.To change to LP mode, open the menu and select [VCR SETUP]. Select [RECMODE], set it to [LP] and close the menu.❍ Tapes recorded in LP mode cannot be used for audiodubbing ( 88) or AV insert ( 86).❍ Depending on the nature and usage condition of the tape, picture andsound recorded in LP mode may be distorted. We recommend using theSP mode for important recordings.❍ If you record in both SP and LP modes on the same tape, the playback picturemay become distorted and the time code may not be written correctly.❍ If you play back a tape that has been recorded in LP mode with another digitaldevice on this camcorder, or vice versa, picture and sound may becomedistorted.CARD PLAYCARD CAMERAPLAY (VCR)CAMERAREC MODE•••••SPVCR SETUP( 39)
