Using the Date/Time Feature on Your Camera

Be cautious when using the date/time feature on your camera. If you have it turned on while recording, the date and time are imprinted on the tape and cannot be removed at a later date.

I use this feature when preparing to shoot a video. I turn the date and time on and record for about 10 seconds. Then, I turn it off before I start shooting the actual video. This 10 seconds will give me enough information about the tape if I have to come back to it a later date.