Connecting the camcorder to a non-high-definition TV

When movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD), they are played back in standard definition image quality (STD) on a non-high-definition TV. When movies are recorded with standard image quality (STD), they are played back in standard definition image quality (STD).
:Signal flow
  1. Switch the input on the TV to the connected jack.

  1. Connect your camcorder and the TV using an AV Cable (; sold separately).

  1. Play a movie or a photo on the camcorder.

Notes
  • Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV as well.

  • You should use the AC Adaptor as the power source (models with an AC Adaptor). [Details]

  • When you play back standard definition image quality (STD) movies on a 4:3 TV that is not compatible with the 16:9 signal, set [Wide Mode] to [4:3] to record movies with 4:3 aspect ratio.

  • If you connect your camcorder to the TV using more than one type of cable to output images, HDMI input takes priority on the TV.

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