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Camera recording

To stop recording momentarily [a]

Press START/STOP again. The “STBY” indicator appears in the viewfinder (Standby mode).

To finish recording [b]

Press START/STOP again. Turn STANDBY down to LOCK and set the POWER switch to OFF. Then, eject the cassette.

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START/STOP

STBY 0:35:20

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START/STOP

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START/STOP

Basic operations

Note

There is a little wear on the battery pack which is installed with camcorder. However, for getting remaining battery time indicated correctly, leave the battery pack installed after use. As an exception, be sure to remove the battery pack from the model having the built-in light after recording (CCD-TR67/TR87/TR97/TR917/TR940 only).

To focus the viewfinder lens

If you cannot see the indicators in the viewfinder clearly, or after someone else has used the camcorder, focus the viewfinder lens. Move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever so that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus.

Note on the lighting aperture

If direct sunlight enters the lighting aperture, the picture in the viewfinder appears brighter. When this happens, colors in the viewfinder may change.

Note on Standby mode

If you leave the camcorder in Standby mode for 5 minutes while the cassette is inserted, the camcorder turns off automatically for saving battery power as well as for preventing the battery and tape from wearing down. To resume Standby mode, turn STANDBY down and up again. To start recording, press START/STOP.

Note on recording

When you record from the beginning of a tape, run the tape for about 15 seconds before starting the actual recording. This will ensure that you won’t miss any start-up scenes when you play back the tape.

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Contents CCD-TR940/TR917 Video Camera RecorderWelcome Disposal of Lithium ION Battery Dispose of ProperlyFor the customers in the U.S.A For the customers in CanadaTable of contents Types of differences Using this manualPrecaution on copyright Using this manualPrecautions on camcorder care Operational for effective useWireless Remote Commander Size AA R6 battery for Remote Checking supplied accessoriesAC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor V connecting cable 1 p Installing the battery pack Installing and charging the battery packBatt Release Charging the battery pack Installing and charging the battery packCharging time Battery lifeCCD-TR57/TR67 CCD-TR87/TR97To remove the battery pack To eject the cassette Inserting a cassetteTo prevent accidental erasure Camera recording To stop recording momentarily a Camera recordingTo finish recording b To focus the viewfinder lensCamera recording When you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoom Using the zoom featureZooming speed Variable speed zooming To extend the recording time in 5SEC mode Selecting the START/STOP modePlace the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripod Hints for better shootingTo stop playback Checking the recorded pictureTo begin re-recording CCD-TR57/TR67/TR87/TR97 Connections for playbackCCD-TR917/TR940 Not suppliedConnections for playback To cancel the Laser Link functionTo play back on a TV To display the viewfinder screen indicators on the TV Using the remote commanderPlaying back a tape CCD-TR67/TR87/TR97/TR917/TR940 onlyPlaying back a tape Using headphones CCD-TR917/TR940 onlyTo locate a scene picture search To view the picture at 1/5 speed slow playbackUsing the house current Using alternative power sourcesPrecaution Using alkaline batteries Using alternative power sourcesTo remove the car battery charger Using a car batteryPlayer Changing the mode settingsREC MODE* SP/LP Changing the mode settingsBEEP* ON/OFF Items for Camera mode only World Time Items for VTR/PLAYER mode onlyREC LAMP* ON/OFF Edit ON/OFFShooting with backlighting To make a fine adjustmentAfter shooting CCD-TR97/TR917/TR940 onlyCCD-TR97/TR917/TR940 only Selecting the fader function Using the Fader functionFader MonotoneUsing the fader function When fading in a Using the Fader functionWhen fading out b When you use the bounce functionUsing the NightShot light To cancel the NightShot functionShooting in the dark NightShot CCD-TR97/TR917/TR940 onlySelecting the desired mode Using the wide mode functionFull Using the wide mode function Using the wide mode functionTo cancel wide mode To watch the tape recorded in wide modeSelecting the best mode Using the Program AE functionUsing the Program AE function Using the Program AE functionTo turn off program AE CCD-TR97/TR917/TR940 only When to use manual focus Focusing manuallyFocusing manually Focusing manuallyTo return to autofocus mode To record a very distant subjectSelecting picture effect Enjoying picture effectSepia Enjoying picture effect Using picture effect functionTo turn off picture effect CCD-TR97/TR917/TR940 only When to adjust the exposure Adjusting the exposureAdjusting the exposure To return to automatic exposure modeWhen you adjust the exposure manually Adjusting the exposureShooting with the sun behind you Shooting in the darkSuperimposing titles Superimposing a titleSuperimposing a title To select the language of preset titleTo superimpose the title from beginning To superimpose the title while you are recordingMaking your own titles Making your own titles Recording with the date/timeTo edit a title you have stored To delete a titleEach time you insert the cassette Optimizing the recording conditionTo stop using the built-in light Using the built-in lightCCD-TR67/TR87/TR97/TR917/TR940 only To turn on the built-in light automaticallyReplacing the bulb Using the built-in lightTo activate the Steady Shot function again Releasing the Steady Shot functionEditing onto another tape CCD-TR917/TR940 only Recording from a VCR or TVTo check the picture from a VCR or TV before recording To stop recordingChanging the lithium battery in the camcorder Changing the lithium battery Changing the lithium battery in the camcorderSetup Menu Isetup Menu Clock SET Auto Date Auto TV on Additional information Simple setting of clock by time differenceWhen you play back What is Video 8 /Video Hi8 ?Usable cassettes and playback modes Selecting cassette typesBattery life is shorter in a cold environment Tips for using the battery packTo save battery power When to replace the battery packBattery pack heats up Tips for using the battery packLife of the battery pack Charging temperatureHow the battery consumption is displayed What is InfoLITHIUMTo obtain more accurate remaining battery indication How to prevent moisture condensation Maintenance information and precautionsMoisture condensation Inside the camcorderVideo head cleaning Maintenance information and precautionsPrecautions Camcorder operation Built-in lightIf battery leakage occurred AC power adaptorOn handling tapes Camcorder carePower sources Using your camcorder abroadDifference in color systems Trouble check SymptomCamcorder Trouble check Symptom Cause and/or Corrective ActionsPicture Viewfinder Self-diagnosis displayFive-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Actions Video camera recorder SpecificationsMass Approx SpecificationsLithium battery compertment p Lens cover Power switch pIdentifying the parts Video control buttons p p Stop stop@¤ Control dial p Identifying the parts@ #ª $¤ VIDEO/AUDIO jacks p # Eject switch p #¥ Lanc l control jackTo prepare the Remote Commander Remote CommanderTransmitter To enter demo mode To avoid damage from possible battery leakageTo exit demo mode Attaching the shoulder strapSteady Shot off indicator CCD-TR87/TR97/TR917/TR940 only p Operation indicators Viewfinder Display window@Á Full charge indicator p Tape is near the end Battery is weak or deadTape has run out Index