Changing the mode settings

Sony CCD-TR311 operating instructions Changing the mode settings

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Selecting the mode setting of each item

Items for both CAMERA and VTR/PLAYER modes

REC MODE* <SP/LP>

•Select SP when recording in SP (standard play) mode. •Select LP when recording in LP (long play) mode.

When a tape recorded on this camcorder in LP mode is played back on other types of 8mm camcorders or VCRs, the playback quality may not be as good as that on this camcorder.

In PLAYER mode, this item is not displayed in the menu (CCD-TR311/TR413/TR414 only).

ñ REMAIN* <AUTO/ON>

•Select AUTO when you want to display the remaining tape bar

•for about 8 seconds after the camcorder turns on and calculates the remainder of the tape.

•for about 8 seconds after a cassette is inserted and the camcorder calculates the remainder of the tape.

•for the period of tape rewinding, forwarding or picture search in VTR/PLAYER mode.

•for about 8 seconds after ( is pressed in VTR/PLAYER mode.

•for about 8 seconds after DISPLAY on the Remote Commander is pressed to display the screen indicator (CCD-TR413/TR414/TR940 only).

•Select ON to always display the remaining tape indicator.

AUTO TV ON* <ON/OFF> (CCD-TR414/TR940 only)

You can use this feature only with Sony TVs.

•Select ON to turn on the TV automatically when using the LASER LINK function. •Select OFF not to turn on the TV.

TV INPUT* <VIDEO1/VIDEO2/VIDEO3/OFF> (CCD-TR414/TR940 only)

Select 1 or 2 or 3 of the video input on the TV which the IR receiver (not supplied) is connected to when using the LASER LINK function.

LTR SIZE* <NORMAL/2x> •Normally select NORMAL.

•Select 2x to display selected menu item by twice size of normal.

LANGUAGE* <ENGLISH/ESPAÑOL/ /PORTUGUÊS>

Select the language of information indications.

Indications to be displayed in a selected language are as follows:

REC, STBY, min, OVER.

BEEP* <ON/OFF>

•Select ON so that beeps sound when you start/stop recording, etc. •Select OFF when you do not want to hear the beep sound.

COMMANDER <ON/OFF> (CCD-TR413/TR414/TR940 only)

•Select ON when using the supplied Remote Commander for the camcorder. •Select OFF when not using the Remote Commander.

INDICATOR* <BL ON/BL OFF> (CCD-TR940 only) •Select BL ON to light up the display window.

•Select BL OFF to turn off the back light of display window.

When you use the AC power adaptor as a power source, this item is not displayed in the menu.

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Contents

Video Camera Recorder Welcome Table of contents Using this manual Types of differencesPrecautions on camcorder care Using this manualPrecaution on copyright Operational for effective useAC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor Checking supplied accessoriesWireless Remote Commander 1 p 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 packCCD-TR311/TR414 Battery lifeCharging time CCD-TR413To remove the battery pack To prevent accidental erasure Inserting a cassetteTo eject the cassette Camera recording CameraTo finish recording b Camera recordingTo stop recording momentarily a To focus the viewfinder lensCamera recording Zooming speed Variable speed zooming Using the zoom featureWhen you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoom CCD-TR940 only Selecting the START/STOP modeTo extend the recording time in 5SEC mode Hints for better shooting Place the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripodTo begin re-recording Checking the recorded pictureTo stop playback Not supplied Connections for playbackCCD-TR311/TR413/TR414 Connections for playback Using the AV cordless IR receiver CCD-TR414/TR940 onlyTo cancel the Laser Link function To play back on a TVPlaying back a tape Using the remote commanderTo display the viewfinder screen indicators on the TV To locate a scene picture search Using headphones CCD-TR940 onlyPlaying back a tape To view the picture at 1/5 speed slow playback Using alternative power sources Using the house currentTo remove the car battery charger Using alternative power sourcesUsing a car battery Changing the mode settings PlayerChanging the mode settings Items for Camera mode only HiFi Sound STEREO/1/2 CCD-TR940 only Items for VTR/PLAYER mode onlyFollowing settings work only during playback TBC* ON/OFF CCD-TR940 onlyAfter shooting To make a fine adjustmentShooting with backlighting Fader mosaic Using the Fader functionCCD-TR940 only Selecting the fader function Bounce Fade in onlyWhen fading out b Using the Fader functionUsing the fader function When fading in a When you use the bounce functionShooting in the dark NightShot To cancel the NightShot functionUsing the NightShot light CCD-TR940 onlyFull Using the wide mode functionSelecting the desired mode FullTo cancel wide mode Using the wide mode functionUsing the wide mode function 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-TR940 only When to use manual focusTo return to autofocus mode Focusing manuallyFocusing manually To record a very distant subjectEnjoying picture effect Selecting picture effectTo turn off picture effect Using picture effect functionEnjoying picture effect Adjusting the exposure Adjusting the exposureCCD-TR940 only When to adjust the exposure To return to automatic exposure modeShooting with the sun behind you Adjusting the exposureWhen you adjust the exposure manually Shooting in the darkSuperimposing a title Superimposing titlesTo superimpose the title from beginning To select the language of preset titleSuperimposing a title To superimpose the title while you are recordingMaking your own titles To edit a title you have stored Recording with the date/timeMaking your own titles To delete a titleOptimizing the recording condition Each time you insert the cassetteCCD-TR413/TR414/TR940 only Using the built-in lightTo stop using the built-in light 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 stop recording Recording from a VCR or TVTo check the picture from a VCR or TV before recording Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Changing the lithium batteryTo check the preset date and time Resetting the date and timeTo correct the date and time setting Year changes as followsSimple setting of clock by time difference Usable cassettes and playback modes What is Video 8 /Video Hi8 ?When you play back Selecting cassette typesTo save battery power Tips for using the battery packBattery life is shorter in a cold environment When to replace the battery packLife of the battery pack Tips for using the battery packBattery pack heats up Charging temperatureTo obtain more accurate remaining battery indication What is InfoLITHIUMHow the battery consumption is displayed Maintenance information and precautions To reattach the eyecup Maintenance information and precautionsRemoving dust from inside the viewfinder CCD-TR311 onlyOn handling tapes Precautions Camcorder operationBuilt-in light Camcorder careAC power adaptor If battery leakage occurredDifference 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 recorderIdentifying the parts Lens cover Power switch pLithium battery compartment p Editsearch button pIdentifying the parts @¥ Program AE dial p @» Eyecup #¼ Picture Effect button p #ª Menu button p#¢ Battery mounting surface #£ Viewfinder lens adjustment ring #¥ START/STOP button p#» Standby switch p $¼ Hook for shoulder strap pVIDEO/AUDIO jacks p Additional informationTransmitter Remote CommanderTo prepare the Remote Commander To exit demo mode To avoid damage from possible battery leakageTo enter demo mode Attaching the shoulder strapSteady Shot off indicator CCD-TR414/TR940 only p Operation indicators Viewfinder Display windowExposure indicator CCD-TR940 only p /Zoom indicator p @ª Full charge indicator pTape has run out Battery is weak or deadTape is near the end Index

Sony CCD-TR311 operating instructions Changing the mode settings