Focusing manually, To return to autofocus mode | Sony CCD-TR930

Focusing manually

Focusing manually

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When focusing manually, first focus in telephoto before recording, and then reset the shot length.

(1) Set FOCUS to MANUAL. The f indicator appears in the viewfinder.

(2) Move the power zoom lever to the “T” side until the lever reaches the end.

(3) Turn the NEAR/FAR dial to achieve a sharp focus. Be sure not to touch the built-in microphone when you turn the NEAR/FAR dial.

(4) Set the desired shot length using the power zoom lever.

FOCUS	2
		W	T
AUTO
MANUAL	W	T
INFINITY	W	T
INFINITY
NEAR		W	T
		W	T
FAR	W	T

To return to autofocus mode

Set FOCUS to AUTO. The findicator in the viewfinder disappears.

Shooting in relatively dark places

Shoot at wide-angle after focusing in the telephoto position.

To record a very distant subject

Push FOCUS down to INFINITY. The lens focuses on the most distant subject while FOCUS is held down. When it is released, manual focus mode is resumed. Use this function when shooting through a window or a screen, to focus on a most distant subject.

Note on manual focusing

The following indicators may appear:

: when recording a very distant subject.

: when the subject is too close to focus on.

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Sony CCD-TR930 operating instructions Focusing manually, To return to autofocus mode, To record a very distant subject

Contents

Video Camera Recorder For the customers in Canada WelcomeFor the Customers in the U.S.A Table of contents Precautions on camcorder care Using this manualPrecaution on copyright Checking supplied accessories Charging time Charging and installing the battery packCharging the battery pack To remove the battery pack Charging and installing the battery packBattery lifee Installing the battery pack When you record in a low angle To restore the viewfinder To prevent accidental erasure Inserting a cassetteTo eject the cassette Camera recording Camera Camera recording To stop recording momentarily aTo finish recording b To focus the viewfinder lens Counter Reset When moving from indoors to outdoors or vice versa Zooming speed Variable speed zooming Using the zoom featureWhen you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoom To return to normal recording Selecting the SATRT/STOP modeTo extend the recording time in 5 SEC mode Hints for better shooting Place the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripod To begin re-recording Checking the recorded pictureTo stop playback To connect to a VCR or TV without Video/Audio input jacks Connections for playbackIf your VCR or TV is a monaural type Using the AV cordless IR receiver Laser Link To cancel the Laser Link functionPlaying back a tape IR transmitter Playing back a tape Using the remote commanderTo display the viewfinder screen indicators on the TV To select the playback sound To locate a scene picture searchTo view the picture at 1/5 speed slow playback To remove the connecting plate Using alternative power sourcesUsing the house current Using alternative power sources Using alkaline batteriesBattery Life Using a car battery Changing the mode settings VTR Changing the mode settings Items for Camera mode only Items for VTR mode only Following settings work only during playbackTo look at the demonstration at once HiFi Sound STEREO/1/2 When fading in a When fading out bTo cancel the fade-in/fade-out function Fade-in and fade-out Using the wide mode function Selecting the desired modeUsing the wide mode function Full Using the wide mode function To cancel wide modeTo watch the tape recorded in wide mode Enjoying picture effect To turn off picture effect Using picture effect functionEnjoying picture effect Focusing manually When to use manual focus Focusing manually Focusing manuallyTo return to autofocus mode To record a very distant subject Using the Program AE function Selecting the best mode To turn off program AE Using the Program AE functionUsing the Program AE function After shooting To make a fine adjustmentShooting with backlighting Adjusting the exposure When to adjust the exposureAdjusting the exposure To return to automatic exposure mode Adjusting the exposure Superimposing a titleSelecting the language Shooting in the dark Using titles To add the title from the beginning Superimposing a titleTo add the title while you are recording Titles cycle as follows To select the color of the title To select the position of the title To delete a title Making your own titlesTo edit the title you have stored Recording with the date/time To stop recording with the date and/or time To check if you have performed ORC Optimizing the recording conditionIf the cassette has been ejected Editing onto another tape Before editingStarting editing Si nal flow To edit more scenes To stop recording Recording from a VCR or TVTo check the picture from a VCR or TV before recording Releasing the Steady Shot function To activate the Steady Shot function again Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Changing the lithium battery Resetting the date and time To correct the date and time setting Resetting the date and time Usable cassettes and playback modes 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 How the battery consumption is displayed To obtain more accurate remaining battery indicationBrand-new battery pack Recharge the battery pack whenever you like Maintenance information and precautions How to prevent moisture condensationMoisture condensation Inside the camcorder Maintenance information and precautions Video head cleaningPrecautions Camcorder operation On handling tapes AC power adaptor Camcorder careCharging Others Difference in color systems Using your camcorder abroadPower sources Camcorder SymptomTrouble check Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Action Trouble check Picture When the Charge lamp flashes Symptom Corrective ActionsWhen the Charge lamp flashes again Again Self-diagnosis function First three digits Cause and/or Corrective Action Specifications Video camera recorder Identifying the parts @¥ VIDEO/AUDIO jacks p.18 @ MIC jack Plug in PowerIdentifying the Parts @» Intelligent accessory shoe @» #¼ $ª $£ $¼ Video control buttons p.20 Remote Commander To enter demo modeTo exit demo mode To watch the demonstration To avoid damage from possible battery leakage To prepare the Remote CommanderTo use the Remote Commander Remote control direction Attaching the shoulder strap Display window Operation indicatorRemaining tape indicator Tape has run out Battery is weak or deadTape is near the end Index