60VQT1H62Recording≥ You can also cancel the scene mode functionby setting the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switchto AUTO.Sports mode≥ For slow-motion playback or playback pause ofrecorded pictures, this mode helps diminishcamera shake.≥ During normal playback, the image movementmay not look smooth.≥ Avoid recording under fluorescent light,mercury light or sodium light because the colorand brightness of the playback image maychange.≥ If you record a subject illuminated with brightlight or a highly reflective subject, vertical linesof light may appear.≥ If the brightness is insufficient, the sports modedoes not function. The [5] display flashes.≥ If this mode is used indoors, the screen mayflicker.Portrait mode≥ If this mode is used indoors, the screen mayflicker. If so, change the scene mode setting to[OFF].Low light mode≥ Extremely dark scenes may not be able to berecorded finely.Spotlight mode≥ If the recording subject is extremely bright, thesubject may become washed out and theperiphery extremely darkened.Surf & snow mode≥ If the subject is extremely bright, the recordedimage may become washed out.If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions,then use manual focus.¬ Rotate the mode dial to select .1 (When MF assist function is used)Press the MENU button, thenselect [ADVANCED] #[MF ASSIST] # [ON] and pressthe cursor button.≥ This function’s default setting is [ON].2 Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUSswitch to MANUAL.3 Move the switch down and set itto FOCUS position.The manual focus indication [MF] and the iconshown in the illustration appear.4 Move the cursor button left orright to bring the subject intofocus.Manual focus adjustmentAUTOMANUALFOCUSAUTOMANUALFOCUS