Sony DCR-VX9000 - Manual (Page 15)

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Basic operations
To select 16 bit [a] or 12 bit [b] recording mode
Set AUDIO MODE to 16 BIT so that you can get higher sound quality. In 16 bit mode,
the digital camcorder records one video sector [c] and one audio sector [d]. In the
viewfinder the “16 BIT” indicator appears.
Set AUDIO MODE to 12 BIT, and 1 sector is left open for audio dubbing afterwards.
In 12 bit mode, the digital camcorder records one video sector [c], one audio sector [d],
and one blank audio sector [e], which enables you to add narration or music after the
initial recording.
Zooming speed (Variable speed zooming)
Press the power zoom button a little for a slower zoom, press it more for a faster zoom.
T
W
T
W
W T
Notes on recording mode
• If you change the recording mode while recording, a blank portion may be recorded
on a tape.
• You cannot operate audio dubbing on 16 bit recorded tapes.
Using the zoom feature
Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the
scene.
For more professional-looking recordings, use the zoom function sparingly.
“T” side: for telephoto (subject appears closer)
“W” side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away)
[a] [b]
[e] [d]
[c]
[d]