Sony CCD-TR311 Selecting the START/STOP mode, To extend the recording time in 5SEC mode

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Camera recording

Selecting the START/STOP mode

Your camcorder has three modes. These modes enable you to take a series of quick shots resulting in a lively video.

(1)Set START/STOP MODE to the desired mode.

: Recording starts when you press START/STOP, and stops when you press it again (normal mode).

ANTI GROUND SHOOTING : The camcorder records only while you press down START/STOP so that you can avoid recording unnecessary scenes. 5SEC: When you press START/STOP, the camcorder records for 5 seconds and then stops automatically.

(2)Turn STANDBY up to STANDBY and press START/STOP. Recording starts. If you selected 5SEC, the tape counter disappears and five dots appear. The dots disappear at a rate of one per second as illustrated below.

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START/STOP MODE

ANTI GRAUNO SHOOTING

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To extend the recording time in 5SEC mode

Press START/STOP again before all the dots disappear. Recording continues for about 5 seconds from the moment you press START/STOP.

Note on START/STOP mode

– CCD-TR940 only

You cannot use FADER in 5SEC or mode.

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Contents Video Camera Recorder Welcome Table of contents Using this manual Types of differencesUsing this manual Precaution on copyrightPrecautions on camcorder care Operational for effective useChecking supplied accessories Wireless Remote Commander 1 pAC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor V connecting cable 1 p *for stereo model Shoulder strap 1 pInstalling and charging the battery pack Installing the battery packInstalling and charging the battery pack Charging the battery packBattery life Charging timeCCD-TR311/TR414 CCD-TR413To remove the battery pack To eject the cassette Inserting a cassetteTo prevent accidental erasure Camera recording CameraCamera recording To stop recording momentarily aTo 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 modeCCD-TR940 only Hints for better shooting Place the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripodTo stop playback Checking the recorded pictureTo begin re-recording CCD-TR311/TR413/TR414 Connections for playbackNot supplied Using the AV cordless IR receiver CCD-TR414/TR940 only To cancel the Laser Link functionConnections for playback To play back on a TVTo display the viewfinder screen indicators on the TV Using the remote commanderPlaying back a tape Using headphones CCD-TR940 only Playing back a tapeTo locate a scene picture search To view the picture at 1/5 speed slow playbackUsing alternative power sources Using the house currentUsing a car battery Using alternative power sourcesTo remove the car battery charger Changing the mode settings PlayerChanging the mode settings Items for Camera mode only Items for VTR/PLAYER mode only Following settings work only during playbackHiFi Sound STEREO/1/2 CCD-TR940 only TBC* ON/OFF CCD-TR940 onlyShooting with backlighting To make a fine adjustmentAfter shooting Using the Fader function CCD-TR940 only Selecting the fader functionFader mosaic Bounce Fade in onlyUsing 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-TR940 onlyUsing the wide mode function Selecting the desired modeFull FullUsing 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 modeUsing the Program AE function Using the Program AE functionTo turn off program AE Focusing manually CCD-TR940 only When to use manual focusFocusing manually Focusing manuallyTo return to autofocus mode To record a very distant subjectEnjoying picture effect Selecting picture effectEnjoying picture effect Using picture effect functionTo turn off picture effect Adjusting the exposure CCD-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-TR413/TR414/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 To check the picture from a VCR or TV before recording Recording from a VCR or TVTo stop recording Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Changing the lithium batteryResetting the date and time To correct the date and time settingTo check the preset date and time Year changes as followsSimple setting of clock by time difference What 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 temperatureHow the battery consumption is displayed What is InfoLITHIUMTo obtain more accurate remaining battery indication Maintenance information and precautions Maintenance information and precautions Removing dust from inside the viewfinderTo reattach the eyecup CCD-TR311 onlyPrecautions Camcorder operation Built-in lightOn handling tapes Camcorder careAC power adaptor If battery leakage occurredPower sources Using your camcorder abroadDifference in color systems Trouble check SymptomCamcorder Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions Trouble checkPicture Viewfinder Self-diagnosis displayFive-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Actions Specifications Video camera recorderLens cover Power switch p Lithium battery compartment pIdentifying the parts Editsearch button pIdentifying the parts @¥ Program AE dial p @» Eyecup #¼ Picture Effect button p #ª Menu button p#£ Viewfinder lens adjustment ring #¥ START/STOP button p #» Standby switch p#¢ Battery mounting surface $¼ Hook for shoulder strap pVIDEO/AUDIO jacks p Additional informationTo prepare the Remote Commander Remote CommanderTransmitter To avoid damage from possible battery leakage To enter demo modeTo exit demo mode Attaching the shoulder strapOperation indicators Viewfinder Display window Exposure indicator CCD-TR940 only p /Zoom indicator pSteady Shot off indicator CCD-TR414/TR940 only p @ª Full charge indicator pTape is near the end Battery is weak or deadTape has run out Index