Sony CCD-TR78 Using the Program AE Function, Selecting the Best Mode, ŒSports mode Twilight mode

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Using the PROGRAM AE Function

You can select from three PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shooting situation. When you use PROGRAM AE, you can capture high-speed action or night views.

Selecting the Best Mode

Select the best mode by using the following examples.

Œ A •

ŒSports mode

Twilight mode

• Outdoor sports scenes such as football, tennis,

• Recording night views, neon signs or

golf or skiing

fireworks

• A landscape in a moving car

 

AHigh-speed shutter mode

A golf swing or a tennis match in fine weather with the ball captured clearly

Playing back certain scenes with high-speed movements in clear, sharp picture

Using the PROGRAM AE Function

Set the mark of the desired mode to the r mark above the PROGRAM AE dial.

A

U

T

O

Note on shutter speed

The shutter speed in each PROGRAM AE mode is as follows: Sports mode – between 1/60 to 1/500

High-speed shutter mode – 1/4000

Twilight mode – 1/60 (to 1/100 when the Steady Shot is on — CCD-TR88/TR98 only )

24 AUTO mode – 1/60 (to 1/100 when the Steady Shot is on — CCD-TR88/TR98 only )

CCD-TR78/TR88/TR98 3-810-917-13.E

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Video Camera Recorder h For the Customers in the U.S.A Welcome to video hTable of Contents Using This Manual Precaution on CopyrightPrecautions on Camcorder Care Before You BeginChecking Supplied Accessories Charging and Installing the Battery Pack Charging the Battery PackGetting Started Charging TimeBattery Life To Remove the Battery PackCharging and Installing the Battery Pack Installing the Battery PackInserting a Cassette To Eject the CassetteTo Prevent Accidental Erasure Camera Recording Basic OperationsTo Stop Recording Momentarily a To Finish Recording bTo Focus the Viewfinder Lens CCD-TR78/TR88 CCD-TR98Recording with the START/STOP button depressed Shooting scenery in several short takesWhen moving from indoors to outdoors or vice versa Camera RecordingUsing the Zoom Feature When you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoomZooming Speed Hints for Better Shooting Place the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripodChecking the Recorded Picture To Begin Re-recordingConnecting Directly to a TV Connections for PlaybackIf a VCR is connected to a TV To Connect a TV or a VCR without Video/Audio Input JacksPlaying Back a Tape Playing Back a Tape Various Playback ModesTo view a still picture playback pause To locate a scene Picture SearchUsing Alternative Power Sources Using the House CurrentAdvanced Operations Using Alternative Power Sources Using the Battery CaseTo remove the adaptor Model Typical recording time Continuous recording timeUsing a Car Battery To remove the battery caseRecording with the Date or Time To Stop Recording with the Date or TimeUsing the Built-in Light To Turn On the Built-in Light AutomaticallyReplacing the Bulb Using the Program AE Function Selecting the Best ModeUsing the Program AE Function ŒSports mode Twilight modeShooting with Backlighting After ShootingThis function is also effective under following conditions Selecting the START/STOP Mode To Extend the Recording Time in 5 SEC ModeSuperimposing a Title To Superimpose from the BeginningTo Superimpose On the Way of Recording Using the Steady Shot Function Using the Steady Shot FunctionTo Release the Steady Shot CCD-TR88/TR98 onlyChanging the Mode Settings Selecting the Mode Setting of Each ItemZoom x24/x12 Editing onto Another Tape To Edit More ScenesTo Stop Editing Changing the Lithium Battery in the Camcorder Additional InformationChanging the Lithium Battery in the Camcorder Changing the Lithium BatteryResetting the Date and Time To Correct the Date and Time SettingYear indicator changes as follows To Check the Date and TimeTips for Using the Battery Pack Preparing the Battery PackWhen to Replace the Battery Playback ModesTips for Using the Battery Pack Brand-new Battery After Long StorageBe Sure to Observe the Following If battery leakage occurred Maintenance Information and Precautions How to Prevent Moisture CondensationMoisture Condensation Inside the CamcorderVideo Head Cleaning Maintenance Information and Precautions Removing Dust from inside the ViewfinderTo Reattach the Eyecup CCD-TR78/TR88 onlyPrecautions Using Your Camcorder Abroad Power SourcesDifference in Color Systems Power Symptom Cause and/or Corrective ActionsTrouble Check CamcorderTrouble Check PictureOthers AC Power Adaptor When the Charge Lamp FlashesWhen the Charge lamp Specifications Video Camera RecorderApplicable battery Sony battery pack Ni-Cd type Storage temperature -4F to +140F -20C to +60C DimensionsOutput voltage Identifying the Parts Viewfinder adjustment ring p @£ VIDEO/AUDIO jacks p @¼ Grip strap p@¥ Tripod receptacle p Identifying the Parts @» Tape transport buttons pRemote Commander Attaching the shoulder strapTransmitter Preparing the Remote Commander Using the Remote CommanderTo avoid damage from possible battery leakage Remote Control Direction To enter Demo modeTo exit Demo mode To Watch the DemonstrationOperation Indicators Battery Remaining K, L O, PV, W, X, Y
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