Use only videocassettes marked with the logo. To record in HDV standard we recommend using tapes specifically designed for high definition.

1. Slide < > fully in the direction of the arrow and open the cassette compartment cover.
   - The cassette compartment opens automatically.
   
   
2. Insert the cassette.
   - Insert the cassette with the window facing the grip belt.
   - To remove the cassette pull it straight out.
   
   
3. Press the mark on the cassette compartment until it clicks.
   
   
   
   
4. Wait for the cassette compartment to retract automatically and close the cassette compartment cover.
   
   
   
   

important:

• Do not interfere with the cassette compartment while it is opening or closing automatically, or attempt to close the cover before the cassette compartment has fully retracted.

• Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette compartment cover.
  
  

note:

• If the camcorder is connected to a power source, cassettes can be inserted/removed even if the < > switch is set to (CHG).