Sony CCD-TRV17 User Guide

Using this manual ................................... 6
Checking supplied accessories .............. 8
Step 1  Preparing the power supply ..... 9

Installing the battery pack .............. 9
Charging the battery pack ............. 10
Connecting to a wall outlet ........... 14

Superimposing the date and time

on pictures ................................ 22

Playing back a tape ............................... 24
Viewing the recording on TV .............. 27

Using the wide mode ........................... 32
Using the fader function ...................... 34
Using special effects

Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 41
Adjusting the exposure manually ...... 43
Focusing manually ................................ 44
Superimposing a title ........................... 45
Making your own titles ........................ 47
Using the built-in light ......................... 49

Dubbing a tape ...................................... 52
Recording video or TV programs

Changing the menu settings ................ 55
Resetting the date and time ................. 61

Troubleshooting .................................... 67
Self-diagnosis display ........................... 70
Warning indicators and messages ...... 71
Using your camcorder abroad ............ 72
Maintenance information and

Identifying the parts and controls ...... 79
Quick Function Guide .......................... 86
Index ....................................................... 87