Video 53Advanced FunctionsProgrammed AE and Special Scene Recording ProgramsThe recording program determines how much control you have overthe camcorder’s recording-related settings. Select the [ ProgrammedAE] recording program to give you full control over functions like thewhite balance or image effects. Alternatively, give the camcorder morecontrol by selecting a Special Scene recording program.Using [ Programmed AE]When you use the [ Programmed AE] recording program, the cam-corder automatically adjusts the aperture and shutter speed to obtainthe optimal exposure for the subject.Special Scene Recording ProgramsSelect a Special Scene recording program to easily make recordings ina variety of situations by letting the camcorder take control of varioussettings.Options ( Default value)Operating modes:[ Portrait] The camcorder uses a large aper-ture, to achieve a sharp focus on the subjectwhile blurring the background.[ Programmed AE]FUNC. FUNC.[ Programmed AE] [ Portrait] Press todisplay the Special Scene (SCN) recording programsDesired recording programFUNC.FUNC.