Note that the image quality decreases when you use the Digital Zoom. The image quality may deterioratedepending on how much you zoom in on the subject.Frequent use of the Zoom function consumes more power.The minimum focal length between the camcorder and the subject is about 8 inches (20 cm).If you use the zoom while recording, the camcorder may record the noises the camcorder makes when thezoom operates.••••ZOOMING IN AND OUTUse the zoom function for close-up or wide-angle recording.Using the Zoom lever, you can record with digital zoom.To zoom inSlide the Zoom lever ( ) towards T (telephoto).The distant subject is gradually magnifi ed.This camcorder provides the zoom magnifi cation as follows.- Digital zoom: x2To zoom outSlide the Zoom lever ( ) towards W (wide angle).The subject appears smaller and further away.The smallest zoom ratio is the subject’s original size in thezoom-out.••••••basic recordingUnderstanding how to use the zoom lever1. Touch the Open/Close Zoom ( ) tab on the LCD screen.2. The Zoom lever screen appears.3. To close the Zoom lever, touch the Close Zoom ( ) tab on the right side or the Open/CloseZoom ( ) tab.36T : Telephoto (x2.0)W : Wide angle (x1.0)6[99Min]0:00:016[99Min]x2.00:00:036