: SDHC is the new type of SD memory card with capacities over 2 GB. Please note that the specifications of SDHC memory cards are different from those of regular SD memory cards and you will not be able to use memory cards of over 2 GB with devices that do not support SDHC. However, SDHC devices (including this camcorder) are backward compatible and support regular SD memory cards.
Adjusting the Focus Autofocus is set when the focus selector on the lens is set to AF. The camcorder uses TTL autofocus system with a focusing range of 0.8 in. ( 2 cm) (at wide-angle from the front of the lens barrel) to infinity. The camcorder focuses on the subject in the center of the screen.
Setting the White Balance The camcorder uses an electronic white balance process to calibrate the picture for accurate color display under different lighting conditions. In addition to the fully automated mode, white balance modes include an indoor mode, an outdoor mode, a color temperature setting and two user-defined custom preset values. White Balance Settings
Recording Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal ]) and ARIB** multiformat HDTV color bars ([TYPE 2 ]) and you can also select the strength of the audio signal (-12 dB or -20 dB).
The XH A1 can record High Definition video at HDV 1080i (1440 x 1080 via IEEE-1394 or HDV tape) or standard definition NTSC compatible at 480i (720 X 480 pixels). 720P high definition mode is not supported. The HDV standard supports recording using color sampling of 4: 2 :0
Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus Focus also cannot be achieved when the object is closer than the camcorders minimum focusing distance. Usually a focusing range of approx. 2 cm (0.8 in.) (at wide-angle from the front of the lens barrel), approx 1m (39 in.) at the tele end.
Transferring Video Recordings to and from a Computer You can use (1) the video editing software that came bundled with your computer or video capturing board, ( 2 ) the video editing software included with your operating system ("Windows Movie Maker" with Windows 7* , Windows Vista Home Premium* , Windows Vista Ultimate*
