Sony CCD-TR916 User Manual
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Using the built-in light
You can use the built-in light to suit your shooting situation. The recommended
distance between the subject and camcorder is about 5 feet (1.5 meters).
distance between the subject and camcorder is about 5 feet (1.5 meters).
While the camcorder is in Standby mode, slide LIGHT to ON. The built-in light turns
on.
The built-in light turns on/off by turning on/off STANDBY.
on.
The built-in light turns on/off by turning on/off STANDBY.
To stop using the built-in light
Slide LIGHT to OFF
To turn on the built-in light automatically
Slide LIGHT to AUTO.
The built-in light automatically turns on and off according to the ambient brightness.
However, if the built-in light turns on for more than about 5 minutes, it automatically
turns off. In this case, turn STANDBY down once and turn it up again.
The built-in light automatically turns on and off according to the ambient brightness.
However, if the built-in light turns on for more than about 5 minutes, it automatically
turns off. In this case, turn STANDBY down once and turn it up again.
Notes
• The battery pack is quickly discharging while the built-in light is turned on. Slide
• The battery pack is quickly discharging while the built-in light is turned on. Slide
LIGHT to OFF when not in use.
• When putting the camcorder into a bag, slide LIGHT to OFF and remove the battery
pack to avoid turning on the built-in light.
• If the built-in light is turned on when the battery is weak, the battery may be used up
quickly.
• Flickering may occur when you shoot white and bright subjects in AUTO mode.
• The built-in light may turn on/off when you use the PROGRAM AE or BACK LIGHT
• The built-in light may turn on/off when you use the PROGRAM AE or BACK LIGHT
function.
• When using a marine pack or sports pack (not supplied), slide LIGHT to OFF.
CAUTION
Be careful not to touch the lighting section, because the plastic window and
surrounding surfaces are hot while the light is on. It remains hot for a while after
the light is turned off.
surrounding surfaces are hot while the light is on. It remains hot for a while after
the light is turned off.
DANGER
Not to be handled by children.
Emits intense heat and light.
Use with caution to reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons.
Do not direct light at persons or materials from less than 4 feet (1.22 meters)
during use and until cool.
Slide LIGHT to OFF when not in use.
Emits intense heat and light.
Use with caution to reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons.
Do not direct light at persons or materials from less than 4 feet (1.22 meters)
during use and until cool.
Slide LIGHT to OFF when not in use.