Selecting the Signal Standard (HD/SD)

Changing the Aspect Ratio (SD mode only)

Set the <MODE SELECT> switch to the desired position.

HD: To record on the tape in HDV standard or to use the camcorder as a high-definition (HD) camera.

SD 16:9, SD 4:3: To record on the tape in DV standard or to use the camcorder as a standard-definition (SD) camera. Select the aspect ratio as desired.

If you set the [LED ON/OFF] option in the [SYSTEM] submenu to [ON], the <MODE SELECT> switch will light on in blue when you set the <MODE SELECT> switch to <HD>.

Changing the Aspect Ratio (SD mode only)

Set the <MODE SELECT> switch to SD 16:9 or SD 4:3.

The camcorder's viewfinder has a 16:9 aspect ratio. If you select the 4:3 aspect ratio, the picture will appear in the center of the screen with black side panels.

If you change the position of the <MODE SELECT> switch while recording, the aspect ratio will not change immediately. It changes once you pause recording. TV sets with S1-Video terminals: Recording made with a 16:9 aspect ratio will automatically be played in widescreen mode if you connect the camcorder to the TV using the S1-VIDEO terminal. TV sets equipped with the ID-1 System: Recording made with a 16:9 aspect ratio will automatically be played in widescreen mode whether you connect the camcorder to the TV using the S(S1-) VIDEO terminal or the VIDEO terminal. When recording in 4:3, you can attach the optional RC-72 Ratio Converter (0.8x) to achieve the same angle of view of the 16:9 aspect ratio.