Selecting the appropriate camcorder settings

When connecting the camcorder to another device, you need to select the appropriate camcorder settings.

Make sure that you check the following section before connecting your camcorder to another device.

1. Connect the camcorder to a compact power adapter.

Important:

When connecting the camcorder to another device, using the compact power adapter.

2. Turn on the camcorder.

3. Press the <> button to playback mode.

4. Check the playback screen.

Make sure that the mode that indicates where movies and photos are recorded is displayed.

• To read movies: Open the date index screen or gallery screen.

• To read photos: Open the still image playback mode.

Cautionary notes on connecting the camcorder to a computer

- When the camcorder is connected to a computer:

• Do not open the double memory card slot cover and do not remove the memory cards.
• Do not change or delete any of the camcorder's folders or files directly from the computer as this may result in permanent data loss. Always use only the supplied PIXELA's software to save your movies on the computer and, if necessary, to transfer back previously saved video files to the camcorder.

- Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss.

• Do not open the double memory card slot cover.
• Do not disconnect the USB cable.
• Do not turn off the camcorder or the computer.
• Do not change the camcorder's operating mode.

- When restoring to the camcorder video files that were previously saved to the computer, do not disconnect the USB cable or turn off the camcorder or computer. Doing so may result in scenes that cannot be played back on the camcorder.

- Operation may not work correctly depending on the software and the specifications/settings of your computer.

- If you wish to use the image files on your computer, make copies of them first. Use the copied files, retaining the originals.

Reference:

Cautionary notes on connecting the camcorder to a recorder

For information on the compatibility of the camcorder with your recorder, see the instruction manual for your recorder or the manufacturer's Web site.