21(ENG) VQT2D12RecordingRecording1 Before recordingThe following modes appropriate for thecondition are set just by pointing the unit to whatyou want to record.≥ When this unit is purchased, the Intelligentauto mode is set to on.≥ Modes are selected automatically by the unit, so itmay not choose desired mode depending on therecording conditions.≥ Brightness may change suddenly or flicker when setto on.≥ In the portrait mode, one that is bigger and close tocentre of the screen will be surrounded by an orangeframe.≥ Optical image stabilizer function (l 25) is set toActive mode/ON in all modes.≥ The setting of microphone level is fixed to [AUTO]≥ In the following case, faces may not be detected insome recording conditions.j Faces are not full-facesj Faces tiltj Faces are not completely exposed (for instancewearing sunglasses)j The size of a face is small on the screen.j When the digital zoom is used≥ The function may not operate properly in somerecording conditions, even if faces are detected.∫ When Intelligent auto mode is set tooff:When the Intelligent auto mode is set to off, the autowhite balance and auto focus operate andautomatically adjust the colour balance and focusing.Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., theaperture and shutter speed are automatically adjustedfor an optimum brightness.≥ Colour balance and focus may not be adjustedautomatically depending on light sources or scenes.If so, manually adjust these settings.Intelligent auto modeMode Scene/EffectPortrait When the object isa personFaces are detectedand focusedautomatically, andthe brightness isadjusted so it isrecorded clearly.Scenery Recording outdoorsThe whole landscapewill be recordedvividly without whitingout the backgroundsky, which may bevery bright.Spotlight Under a spotlightVery bright object isrecorded clearly.Intelligent auto buttonPress this button to switch on/off theintelligent auto mode.Mode Scene/EffectLow light Dark room ortwilightIt can record veryclearly even in a darkroom or twilight.Normal Other situationsContrast is adjustedautomatically forclear image.