Recording For A Longer Time; Using Zoom; Using The Built-In Light - Sony DCR-TRV260 Read This First Manual

Recording for a longer time

To record for a longer time
In the (TAPE SET) menu, select [REC
MODE], then [LP] (p. 54).
In the LP mode, you can record longer than
when recording in the SP mode (2 times longer
for TRV128/228/328/428
longer for TRV260/265).
A tape recorded in the LP mode should be
played back only on this camcorder.

Using zoom

When the CAMERA mode is selected, you
can choose zoom to magnification levels
greater than 20 times, and from that point
activate the digital zoom ([D ZOOM], p. 47).
Occasional use of the zoom is effective, but
use it sparingly for best results.
1 cm (approx. 80 cm (approx.
1/2 inch)* 2 5/8 feet)*
* The minimum distance required between your
camcorder and the subject to get a sharp focus in
that position of the lever.
Move the power zoom lever slightly for a
slower zoom. Move it further for a faster
zoom.
,
1.5 times
You can use the built-in light to suit your
shooting situation. The recommended
distance between the subject and camcorder
is about 1.5 m (5 feet).
Press LIGHT repeatedly to select a setting.
The settings are displayed cyclically in the
following order.
To turn off the built-in light
Press LIGHT repeatedly until no indicator
appears on the screen.
To record wider range of view
Move the power zoom lever towards W.
The subject appears farther away (Wide
angle).
To record closer view
Move the power zoom lever towards T.
The subject appears closer (Telephoto).

Using the built-in light

No indicator displayed: Always records
without using the built-in light.
m
: Automatically turns on and off
according to the ambient brightness.
m
: Always turns on.
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