Sony DSR 250 Operating Instructions - Page 48

Adjusting the white balance To recall a white balance value from memory Before beginning shooting, set the WHITE BAL switch to the A or B position. This automatically sets the camcorder to the white balance adjustment saved in the corresponding memory. Shooting when lighting conditions have changed •When lighting conditions have changed, readjust the white balance while the camcorder is in standby mode. •In automatic white balance mode, point your camcorder at a white subject for about 10 seconds after setting the MEMORY/CAMERA/VTR selector to CAMERA to get a better adjustment when: - You detach the battery for replacement. - You bring your camcorder outdoors from the interior of a house, or vice versa. If the A or B indicator does not stop flashing in step 5 The white balance cannot be set. Use the automatic white balance mode. Using the preset white balance settings The camcorder provides preset white balance settings, for instant shooting with approximately the correct adjustment. There are also particular shooting conditions under which the preset values may give better results than the human eye adjustment. 48