Sony CCD-TR940, CCD-TR57 Using the Fader function, Using the fader function When fading in a

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Using the FADER function

Using the fader function

When fading in [a]

(1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press FADER until the desired fade indicator flashes.

(2) Press START/STOP to start recording. The fade indicator stops flashing.

When fading out [b]

(1) During recording, press FADER until the desired fade indicator flashes.

(2) Press START/STOP to stop recording. The fade indicator stops flashing, and then recording stops.

The fading mode selected last is indicated first of all.

1

FADER

FADER

M.FADER

STRIPE

BOUNCE

MONOTONE

2

OCK

L

S

T

A

N

DBY

START/STOP

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When you use the bounce function

Set D ZOOM to OFF in the menu system.

Note on the bounce function

When you use the following functions, “BOUNCE” indicator does not appear.

Wide mode

Functions using the PICTURE EFFECT button

Functions using the PROGRAM AE dial

To cancel the fader function

Before pressing START/STOP, press FADER until the indicator disappears.

When the date or time indicator and title are displayed

The date or time indicator and title do not fade in or fade out.

When the START/STOP MODE switch is set to 5SEC or

You cannot use the fader function.

Note on the fader function

While using the bounce function, you cannot use the following functions.

– Exposure

– Focus

– Zoom

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Contents Video Camera Recorder CCD-TR940/TR917Disposal of Lithium ION Battery Dispose of Properly WelcomeFor the customers in the U.S.A For the customers in CanadaTable of contents Using this manual Types of differencesUsing this manual Precaution on copyrightPrecautions on camcorder care Operational for effective useAC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor V connecting cable 1 p Checking supplied accessoriesWireless Remote Commander Size AA R6 battery for Remote Batt Release Installing and charging the battery packInstalling the battery pack Installing and charging the battery pack Charging the battery packBattery life Charging timeCCD-TR57/TR67 CCD-TR87/TR97To remove the battery pack To prevent accidental erasure Inserting a cassetteTo eject the cassette Camera recording Camera recording To stop recording momentarily aTo finish recording b To focus the viewfinder lensCamera recording Zooming speed Variable speed zooming Using the zoom featureWhen you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoom Selecting the START/STOP mode To extend the recording time in 5SEC modeHints for better shooting Place the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripodTo begin re-recording Checking the recorded pictureTo stop playback Connections for playback CCD-TR57/TR67/TR87/TR97CCD-TR917/TR940 Not suppliedTo play back on a TV To cancel the Laser Link functionConnections for playback Using the remote commander To display the viewfinder screen indicators on the TVPlaying back a tape CCD-TR67/TR87/TR97/TR917/TR940 onlyUsing headphones CCD-TR917/TR940 only Playing back a tapeTo locate a scene picture search To view the picture at 1/5 speed slow playbackPrecaution Using alternative power sourcesUsing the house current Using alternative power sources Using alkaline batteriesUsing a car battery To remove the car battery chargerChanging the mode settings PlayerBEEP* ON/OFF Changing the mode settingsREC MODE* SP/LP Items for Camera mode only Items for VTR/PLAYER mode only World TimeREC LAMP* ON/OFF Edit ON/OFFTo make a fine adjustment Shooting with backlightingAfter shooting CCD-TR97/TR917/TR940 onlyUsing the Fader function CCD-TR97/TR917/TR940 only Selecting the fader functionFader MonotoneUsing the Fader function Using the fader function When fading in aWhen fading out b When you use the bounce functionTo cancel the NightShot function Using the NightShot lightShooting in the dark NightShot CCD-TR97/TR917/TR940 onlyFull Using the wide mode functionSelecting the desired mode Using the wide mode function Using the wide mode functionTo cancel wide mode To watch the tape recorded in wide modeUsing the Program AE function Selecting the best modeTo turn off program AE Using the Program AE functionUsing the Program AE function Focusing manually CCD-TR97/TR917/TR940 only When to use manual focusFocusing manually Focusing manuallyTo return to autofocus mode To record a very distant subjectSepia Enjoying picture effectSelecting picture effect To turn off picture effect Using picture effect functionEnjoying picture effect Adjusting the exposure CCD-TR97/TR917/TR940 only When to adjust the exposureAdjusting the exposure To return to automatic exposure modeAdjusting the exposure When you adjust the exposure manuallyShooting with the sun behind you Shooting in the darkSuperimposing a title Superimposing titlesTo select the language of preset title Superimposing a titleTo superimpose the title from beginning To superimpose the title while you are recordingMaking your own titles Recording with the date/time Making your own titlesTo edit a title you have stored To delete a titleOptimizing the recording condition Each time you insert the cassetteUsing the built-in light To stop using the built-in lightCCD-TR67/TR87/TR97/TR917/TR940 only To turn on the built-in light automaticallyUsing the built-in light Replacing the bulbReleasing the Steady Shot function To activate the Steady Shot function againEditing onto another tape Recording from a VCR or TV CCD-TR917/TR940 onlyTo check the picture from a VCR or TV before recording To stop recordingChanging the lithium battery in the camcorder Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Changing the lithium batterySetup Menu Isetup Menu Clock SET Auto Date Auto TV on Simple setting of clock by time difference Additional informationWhat is Video 8 /Video Hi8 ? When you play backUsable cassettes and playback modes Selecting cassette typesTips for using the battery pack Battery life is shorter in a cold environmentTo save battery power When to replace the battery packTips for using the battery pack Battery pack heats upLife of the battery pack Charging temperatureTo obtain more accurate remaining battery indication What is InfoLITHIUMHow the battery consumption is displayed Maintenance information and precautions How to prevent moisture condensationMoisture condensation Inside the camcorderMaintenance information and precautions Video head cleaningPrecautions Camcorder operation Built-in lightAC power adaptor If battery leakage occurredOn handling tapes Camcorder careDifference in color systems Using your camcorder abroadPower sources Camcorder SymptomTrouble check Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions Trouble checkPicture Five-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Actions Self-diagnosis displayViewfinder Specifications Video camera recorderSpecifications Mass ApproxLens cover Power switch p Lithium battery compertment pIdentifying the parts Video control buttons p p Stop stopIdentifying the parts @¤ Control dial p@ #ª # Eject switch p #¥ Lanc l control jack $¤ VIDEO/AUDIO jacks pTransmitter Remote CommanderTo prepare the Remote Commander To avoid damage from possible battery leakage To enter demo modeTo exit demo mode Attaching the shoulder strap@Á Full charge indicator p Operation indicators Viewfinder Display windowSteady Shot off indicator CCD-TR87/TR97/TR917/TR940 only p Tape has run out Battery is weak or deadTape is near the end Index