Using the Program AE function

(1) Press PROGRAM AE.

(2) Turn the control dial to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode.

1 PROGRAM

SEL/PUSH EXEC

To turn off program AE

Press PROGRAM AE.

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.

Note on PROGRAM AE

You can adjust the exposure while recording using PROGRAM AE mode.

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Sony CCD-TR930 operating instructions Using the Program AE function, To turn off program AE

Contents

Video Camera Recorder For the Customers in the U.S.A WelcomeFor the customers in Canada Table of contents Precaution on copyright Using this manualPrecautions on camcorder care Checking supplied accessories Charging the battery pack Charging and installing the battery packCharging time Battery lifee Charging and installing the battery packTo remove the battery pack Installing the battery pack When you record in a low angle To restore the viewfinder To eject the cassette Inserting a cassetteTo prevent accidental erasure Camera recording Camera To finish recording b Camera recordingTo stop recording momentarily a To focus the viewfinder lens Counter Reset When moving from indoors to outdoors or vice versa When you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoom Using the zoom featureZooming speed Variable speed zooming To extend the recording time in 5 SEC mode Selecting the SATRT/STOP modeTo return to normal recording Hints for better shooting Place the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripod To stop playback Checking the recorded pictureTo begin re-recording If your VCR or TV is a monaural type Connections for playbackTo connect to a VCR or TV without Video/Audio input jacks Playing back a tape Using the AV cordless IR receiver Laser LinkTo cancel the Laser Link function IR transmitter To display the viewfinder screen indicators on the TV Using the remote commanderPlaying back a tape To view the picture at 1/5 speed slow playback To locate a scene picture searchTo select the playback sound Using the house current Using alternative power sourcesTo remove the connecting plate Battery Life Using alternative power sourcesUsing alkaline batteries Using a car battery Changing the mode settings VTR Changing the mode settings Items for Camera mode only To look at the demonstration at once Items for VTR mode onlyFollowing settings work only during playback HiFi Sound STEREO/1/2 To cancel the fade-in/fade-out function When fading in aWhen fading out b Fade-in and fade-out Using the wide mode function Using the wide mode functionSelecting the desired mode Full To watch the tape recorded in wide mode Using the wide mode functionTo cancel wide mode Enjoying picture effect Enjoying picture effect Using picture effect functionTo turn off picture effect Focusing manually When to use manual focus To return to autofocus mode Focusing manuallyFocusing manually To record a very distant subject Using the Program AE function Selecting the best mode Using the Program AE function Using the Program AE functionTo turn off program AE Shooting with backlighting To make a fine adjustmentAfter shooting Adjusting the exposure Adjusting the exposureWhen to adjust the exposure To return to automatic exposure mode Selecting the language Adjusting the exposureSuperimposing a title Shooting in the dark To add the title while you are recording Using titles To add the title from the beginningSuperimposing a title Titles cycle as follows To select the color of the title To select the position of the title To edit the title you have stored Making your own titlesTo delete a title Recording with the date/time To stop recording with the date and/or time If the cassette has been ejected Optimizing the recording conditionTo check if you have performed ORC Starting editing Si nal flow Editing onto another tapeBefore editing To edit more scenes To check the picture from a VCR or TV before recording Recording from a VCR or TVTo stop 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 To save battery power Tips for using the battery packBattery life is shorter in a cold environment When to replace the battery pack Tips for using the battery pack Brand-new battery pack How the battery consumption is displayedTo obtain more accurate remaining battery indication Recharge the battery pack whenever you like Moisture condensation Maintenance information and precautionsHow to prevent moisture condensation Inside the camcorder Precautions Camcorder operation Maintenance information and precautionsVideo head cleaning On handling tapes Charging AC power adaptorCamcorder care Others Power sources Using your camcorder abroadDifference in color systems Trouble check SymptomCamcorder Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Action Trouble check Picture When the Charge lamp flashes again When the Charge lamp flashesSymptom Corrective Actions Again Self-diagnosis function First three digits Cause and/or Corrective Action Specifications Video camera recorder Identifying the parts Identifying the Parts @ MIC jack Plug in Power@¥ VIDEO/AUDIO jacks p.18 @» Intelligent accessory shoe @» #¼ $ª $£ $¼ Video control buttons p.20 To exit demo mode Remote CommanderTo enter demo mode To watch the demonstration To use the Remote Commander To prepare the Remote CommanderTo avoid damage from possible battery leakage Remote control direction Attaching the shoulder strap Remaining tape indicator Operation indicatorDisplay window Tape is near the end Battery is weak or deadTape has run out Index