51Using the Full Rangeof FeaturesEChanging the Recording Mode (SP/LP)You can choose from SP (standard play) and LP (long play). LP extends the tape usageby 1.5 times.❍ Tapes recorded in LP mode cannot be used for audio dubbing ( 96) or AVinsert ( 94).❍ Depending on the nature and usage condition of the tape, picture and soundrecorded in LP mode may be distorted. We recommend using the SP mode forimportant recordings.❍ We recommend recording in SP mode if you plan to transfer the images to acomputer.❍ If you record in both SP and LP modes on the same tape, the playback picturemay become distorted and the time code may not be written correctly.❍ If you play back a tape that has been recorded in LP mode with another digitaldevice on this camcorder, or vice versa, picture and sound may becomedistorted.To change to LP mode, open the menu and select [VCR SET UP]. Select[REC MODE], set it to [LP] and close the menu.CARD PLAY (VCR)CARD CAMERAPLAY (VCR)CAMERAREC MODE•••••SPVCR SET UP( 42)3_D74PAL_E(42-86) 03.1.27 7:27 PM Page 51
