Basic Operation of the Camcorder26MenusTable of Contents IndexUsing the Touch ScreenThe buttons and menu items that appear on the touch screen change dynamically depending on the operatingmode and the task you are performing. With the intuitive touch screen interface you have all the controls at yourfingertips.TouchPress on an element displayed on the touch screen.Used to start playing back a scene in an index screen, to select a settingfrom the menus, etc.DragSwipe your finger up and down or left and right across the screen. Usedto scroll menus, to browse through index screen pages or to adjust slidercontrols like the volume.On some screens, you can achieve the same effect by touching thetriangle control buttons.PinchPinch InPlace two fingers on the screen and bring them together.Used when playing back clips and photos. Pinch your fingers in to return tothe index screen. Also used during photo playback to zoom out from aphoto that has been zoomed in.Pinch OutPlace two fingers on the screen and move them apart.Used on an index screen during playback. Pinch your fingers out to startplaying back the clip. Also used during photo playback to zoom in on thephoto.IMPORTANT• The camcorder features a capacitive touch screen. In the following cases, you may not be able to performtouch operations correctly.- Using your fingernails or hard-tipped objects, such as ballpoint pens.- Operating the touch screen with wet or gloved hands.- Applying excessive force or forcefully scratching the touch screen.- Attaching commercially available screen protectors or adhesive film onto the touch screen’s surface.
