Using the Program AE function

Turn the PROGRAM AE dial to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode.

To turn off program AE

Turn the PROGRAM AE dial to the r position.

Notes on focus setting

•In the Spotlight, Sports lesson and Beach & Ski modes, you cannot take close-ups because the camcorder is set to focus only on subjects in the middle to far distance.

•In the Sunset & Moon and Landscape modes, the camcorder is set to focus only on distant subjects.

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Sony CCD-TR311 operating instructions Using the Program AE function, To turn off program AE

Contents

Video Camera Recorder Welcome Table of contents Using this manual Types of differences Using this manual Precaution on copyrightPrecautions on camcorder care Operational for effective use Checking supplied accessories Wireless Remote Commander 1 pAC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor V connecting cable 1 p *for stereo model Shoulder strap 1 p Installing and charging the battery pack Installing the battery pack Installing and charging the battery pack Charging the battery pack Battery life Charging timeCCD-TR311/TR414 CCD-TR413 To remove the battery pack Inserting a cassette To eject the cassetteTo prevent accidental erasure Camera recording Camera Camera recording To stop recording momentarily aTo finish recording b To focus the viewfinder lens Camera recording Using the zoom feature When you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoomZooming speed Variable speed zooming Selecting the START/STOP mode To extend the recording time in 5SEC modeCCD-TR940 only Hints for better shooting Place the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripod Checking the recorded picture To stop playbackTo begin re-recording Connections for playback CCD-TR311/TR413/TR414Not supplied Using the AV cordless IR receiver CCD-TR414/TR940 only To cancel the Laser Link functionConnections for playback To play back on a TV Using the remote commander To display the viewfinder screen indicators on the TVPlaying 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 playback Using alternative power sources Using the house current Using alternative power sources Using a car batteryTo remove the car battery charger Changing the mode settings Player Changing 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 only To make a fine adjustment Shooting with backlightingAfter shooting Using the Fader function CCD-TR940 only Selecting the fader functionFader mosaic Bounce Fade in only Using the Fader function Using the fader function When fading in aWhen fading out b When you use the bounce function To cancel the NightShot function Using the NightShot lightShooting in the dark NightShot CCD-TR940 only Using the wide mode function Selecting the desired modeFull Full Using the wide mode function Using the wide mode functionTo cancel wide mode To watch the tape recorded in wide mode Using the Program AE function Selecting the best mode Using the Program AE function Using the Program AE functionTo turn off program AE Focusing manually CCD-TR940 only When to use manual focus Focusing manually Focusing manuallyTo return to autofocus mode To record a very distant subject Enjoying picture effect Selecting picture effect Using picture effect function Enjoying picture effectTo turn off picture effect Adjusting the exposure CCD-TR940 only When to adjust the exposureAdjusting the exposure To return to automatic exposure mode Adjusting the exposure When you adjust the exposure manuallyShooting with the sun behind you Shooting in the dark Superimposing a title Superimposing titles To select the language of preset title Superimposing a titleTo superimpose the title from beginning To superimpose the title while you are recording Making your own titles Recording with the date/time Making your own titlesTo edit a title you have stored To delete a title Optimizing the recording condition Each time you insert the cassette Using the built-in light To stop using the built-in lightCCD-TR413/TR414/TR940 only To turn on the built-in light automatically Using the built-in light Replacing the bulb Releasing the Steady Shot function To activate the Steady Shot function again Editing onto another tape Recording from a VCR or TV To check the picture from a VCR or TV before recordingTo stop recording Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Changing the lithium battery Resetting the date and time To correct the date and time settingTo check the preset date and time Year changes as follows Simple setting of clock by time difference What is Video 8 /Video Hi8 ? When you play backUsable cassettes and playback modes Selecting cassette types Tips for using the battery pack Battery life is shorter in a cold environmentTo save battery power When to replace the battery pack Tips for using the battery pack Battery pack heats upLife of the battery pack Charging temperature What is InfoLITHIUM How the battery consumption is displayedTo 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 only Precautions Camcorder operation Built-in lightOn handling tapes Camcorder care AC power adaptor If battery leakage occurred Using your camcorder abroad Power sourcesDifference in color systems Symptom Trouble checkCamcorder Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions Trouble check Picture Self-diagnosis display ViewfinderFive-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Actions Specifications Video camera recorder Lens cover Power switch p Lithium battery compartment pIdentifying the parts Editsearch button p Identifying 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 p VIDEO/AUDIO jacks p Additional information Remote Commander To prepare the Remote CommanderTransmitter To avoid damage from possible battery leakage To enter demo modeTo exit demo mode Attaching the shoulder strap Operation 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 p Battery is weak or dead Tape is near the endTape has run out Index