Basic operation of the camcorder22TURNING YOUR CAMCORDER ON/OFF1. Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turnon the camcorder.Set the lens cover open/close switch to open ( ).2. To turn off the camcorder, press the Power ( ) button.The camcorder operates the self-diagnosis function when poweredon. If a warning message appears, refer to ‘warning indicators andmessages’ (pages 103~105) and take corrective action.•SWITCHING TO THE POWER SAVING MODEIf you need to use camcorder for the extended time, the followingfunctions enable you to prevent unnecessary energy consumption.The power saving mode does not work in the following situations:- When the camcorder has a cable connection. (USB or AV)- While recording, playing back, or the slideshow is being operated.The camcorder consumes less battery power in the power savingmode (about 50% less power than in the standby mode). However,if you plan to use the camcorder for the maximum length of time, werecommend you turn off the camcorder by pressing the Power ( )button when not using it.••Power( ) buttonLCD screenWhen using this camcorder for the first timeWhen you use your camcorder for the first time or reset it,the time zone screen appears at start-up.Select your geographical location, and then set the date andtime.page 28If you do not set the date and time, the time zone screenappears every time you turn on the camcorder.•Auto Power Off FunctionTo save battery power, youcan set the "Auto PowerOff" function, which turns offthe camcorder if there is nooperation for 5 minutes.To disable this option, changethe "Auto Power Off" settingto "Off." page 89••After minutes
