99TroubleshootingDisplaySymptom Explanation/SolutionAn afterimage remains on the LCD screen. This occurs if you disconnect the AC power adaptor or remove the battery before turningthe power off.•The image on the LCD screen looks dark. Ambient light is too bright. Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD.•RecordingSymptom Explanation/SolutionPressing the Recording start/stop buttondoes not start recording.Set your camcorder to the recording mode. ¬page 26There is not enough free space to record on the storage media.Check if memory card is not inserted or write-protect tab is set to lock.•••The actual recording time is less than theestimated recording time.The estimated recording time may vary depending on content and features used.When you record an object that moves fast, the actual recording time may be shortened.••The recording stops automatically.There is no more free space for recording on the storage media. Back up important fileson your PC and format the storage media or delete the unnecessary files.If you make recordings or delete files frequently, the performance of the storage mediadeteriorates. If this occurs, format the storage media again.If you use a memory card with low writing speed, the camcorder automatically stopsrecording videos and a corresponding message appears on the LCD screen.•••When recording a subject illuminated bybright light, a vertical line appears. This is not a malfunction.•When the screen is exposed to direct sunlightduring recording, the screen becomes red orblack for an instant.This is not a malfunction.•During recording, the date/time does notdisplay. “Date/Time Display” is set to “Off”. Set the “Date/Time Display” to On. ¬page 68•You cannot record a photo image.Set your camcorder to the photo recording mode. ¬page 26Release the lock on the write-protection tab of the memory card if any.The storage media is full. Use a new memory card or format the storage media.¬page 77 Or remove unnecessary images. ¬page 58•••