Sony CCD-TR517 Table of contents

Quick Start Guide .............................	4
Getting started
Using this manual ...................................	6
Checking supplied accessories ..............	7
Step 1 Preparing the power supply .....	8
Installing the battery pack ..............	8
Charging the battery pack...............	9
Connecting to a wall outlet ...........	13
Step 2 Inserting a cassette ...................	14
Recording – Basics
Recording a picture ...............................	15
Shooting backlit subjects
(BACK LIGHT) ........................	18
Shooting in the dark
(NightShot) ...............................	19
Superimposing the date and time
on pictures ................................	20
Checking the recording
– EDITSEARCH / Rec Review .....	21
Playback – Basics
Connections for playback ....................	22
Playing back a tape ...............................	23
Advanced Recording
Operations
Using the wide mode ...........................	25
Using the fader function ......................	27
Using special effects
– Picture effect .................................	29
Using the PROGRAM AE function ....	30
Adjusting the exposure manually ......	32
Focusing manually ................................	33
Superimposing a title ...........................	34
Making your own titles ........................	36

Editing
Dubbing a tape ......................................	38
Customizing Your Camcorder
Changing the menu settings ................	39
Resetting the date and time .................	43
Additional Information
Playback modes .....................................	45
Changing the lithium battery in your
camcorder ........................................	46
Troubleshooting ....................................	48
Self-diagnosis display...........................	51
Warning indicators and messages ......	52
Using your camcorder abroad ............	53
Maintenance information and
precautions ......................................	54
Specifications .........................................	58
Quick Reference
Identifying the parts and controls ......	59
Quick Function Guide ..........................	65
Index .......................................................	66