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You can choose to display it also when the audio level is adjusted automatically. [ Menu] [Audio Level Indicator] [On] NOTES FUNC. FUNC. • When the audio level meter reaches the red point (0 dB mark), the sound may be distorted. • If the audio level is too high and the sound gets distorted, activate the microphone attenuator with the [Microphone Attenuator] setting. • We recommend using headphones to check the sound level while adjusting the audio recording level or when the microphone attenuator is activated. • This function can also be assigned to the custom key/dial ( 81). In that case, the audio level adjustment bar appears in white. Using Headphones Use headphones for playback or to check the audio level while recording. The headphones are connected to the AV OUT/ terminal, which is used for both the headphones and the audio/video output. Before connecting the headphones, follow the procedure below to change the function of the terminal from AV output to (headphones) output. Operating modes: * * Headphones can be used also in mode but the function of the terminal can not be changed in that mode. FUNC. [ Menu] FUNC. [AV/Headphones] [Headphones] appears. 78 • Video To adjust the volume of the headphones In mode, adjust ( ) the volume of the headphones with the [Headphone Volume] setting. In mode, and in mode during slideshow playback, adjust the headphones volume the same way you adjust the speaker’s volume ( 48). IMPORTANT • When using headphones, make sure to lower the volume to an appropriate level. • Do not connect the headphones to the AV OUT/ terminal if the icon does not appear on the screen. The noise output in such case may be harmful to your hearing. NOTES • Use commercially available headphones with a . 3.5 mm minijack. • Even if [AV/Headphones] was set to [ Headphones] in a playback mode, the function of the AV OUT/ terminal will return automatically to AV output when you set the camcorder to a recording mode. • If [AV/Headphones] was set to [ Headphones] in mode, the camcorder retains the terminal’s setting even if you set the camcorder to mode. Video .. 79 Using the Mini Advanced Shoe Using the mini advanced shoe, you can attach to the camcorder a range of optional accessories to expand its functionality. For details about optional accessories available for use with your camcorder, refer to Accessories ( 174). For details about how to attach and use the accessories, refer also to the instruction manual of the accessory used. 1 Retract the mini advanced shoe Example: Attaching an optional DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone. cover in the direction of the arrow. 2 Attach the optional accessory to the mini advanced shoe. When a compatible accessory is attached to the mini advanced shoe, will appear on the screen. NOTES • Accessories designed for the Advanced Accessory Shoe cannot be used with this camcorder. Look for video accessories bearing this logo to ensure compatibility with the mini advanced shoe. Using an External Microphone When recording in very quiet surroundings, the built-in microphone may pick up the sound of the camcorder's internal machinery. In such case, we recommend using an external microphone. Using the DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone Operating modes: Attach the optional DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone to the mini advanced shoe. 80 • Video Refer to Using the Mini AdvancedShoe( 80). appears. For details about using the microphone, refer to the instruction manual of the DM-100. Using other microphones You can also use commercially avail able microphones. Connect the external microphone to the MIC terminal. Use commercially available condenser microphones with their own power supply. You can connect almost any stereo microphone with a . 3.5 mm plug but audio recording levels may vary. NOTES • When an external microphone is connected to the camcorder, [Wind Screen] will automatically be set to [ Off ]. • If the audio level is too high and the sound gets distorted, turn on the microphone attenuator ( 142) or adjust the audio recording level manually ( 77). Using the Custom Key and Dial You can assign to the CUSTOM button and dial one of five frequently used functions. You can then adjust the selected function using the button and dial, without having to access any menus. Operating modes: CUSTOM Video .. 81 Options (• Default value) [Exposure] Manual exposure adjustment ( 68). Press to turn the manual exposure on/off and turn the dial to compensate the exposure. CUSTOM [Focus]• Manual focus ( 69). Press CUSTOM to turn the manual focus on/off and turn the dial to adjust the focus. [Assist Functions] Press CUSTOM to turn the selected camera assist function on/off ( 142). If [Assist Functions] is set to [ Off], the zebra pattern (70%) will be activated. [Mic. Level]* Adjust the audio recording level ( 77). Press CUSTOM to turn the manual adjustment of the recording level on/ off and turn the dial to adjust the audio recording level. [AGC Limit]* Press CUSTOM to turn the ...