47Recording Video and Taking PhotosMenusTable of Contents IndexUsing the FanThe camcorder uses an internal cooling fan to reduce the camcorder’s internal heat.1 Press the MENU button.2 Open the [Fan] submenu.[ System Setup] > [1] > [Fan]3 Select the desired option and then touch [X].Options[k Automatic]: The fan runs while the camcorder is not recording and it isautomatically turned off while the camcorder is recordingvideo (while the Ü icon appears at the top of the screen).However, if the internal temperature of the camcorder is too high, the fan will be activatedautomatically (in that case, ` will appear next to the b icon). When the camcorder’s temperaturehas decreased sufficiently, the fan will be turned off. Use this setting when you do not want thecamcorder to pick up the operating sound of the cooling fan.[i On]: The fan runs at all times. Use this default setting in most cases.IMPORTANT• While the fan is running, the exhaust vent will emit warm air.NOTES• Be careful not to cover with tape or otherwise obstruct the cooling fan’s air intake and exhaust vents (markedas AIR INTAKE/EXHAUST VENT).Operating modes:[ System Setup][1][Fan][i On]Intake vent Exhaust vent
