Sony CCD TR818 Operating Instructions - Page 5

Getting started Table of contents Main Features 4 Quick Start Guide 6 Editing Dubbing a tape 45 Getting started Using this manual 8 Checking supplied accessories 10 Step 1 Preparing the power supply ... 11 Installing the battery pack 11 Charging the battery pack 12 Connecting to a wall outlet 16 Step 2 Setting the date and time ........ 17 Step 3 Inserting a cassette 19 Recording - Basics Recording a picture 20 Shooting backlit subjects - BACK LIGHT 24 Shooting in the dark - NightShot 24 Superimposing the date and time on pictures 25 Playback - Basics Connections for playback 26 Playing back a tape 27 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 46 Troubleshooting Types of trouble and their solutions 52 Self-diagnosis display 55 Warning indicators and messages ...... 56 Additional Information Usable cassettes and playback modes 57 About "InfoLITHIUM" battery 58 Using your camcorder abroad 59 Maintenance information and precautions 60 Specifications 65 Quick Reference Identifying the parts and controls ...... 66 Index Back cover Advanced Recording Operations Using the wide mode 29 Using the fader function 31 Using special effects - Picture effect 33 Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 34 Adjusting the exposure manually ...... 36 Focusing manually 37 Superimposing a title 38 Making your own titles 40 Using the built-in light 42 5