Sony CCD-TRV118 Service Manual page 172

Using the fader function
When you set the POWER switch to MEMORY
You cannot use the fader function.
When you select OVERLAP, WIPE, or DOT
Your camcorder automatically stores the picture recorded on the tape. While the picture
is being stored, the indicator flashes fast, and the picture from the tape appears on the
screen. At this stage, the picture may not be recorded clearly, depending on the tape
condition.
The date, time indicator and title do not fade in or fade out
Erase them before operating the fader function if they are not needed.
While using the bounce mode, you cannot use the following functions:
– Focus
– Zoom
– Picture effect
– Exposure
– Recording on a "Memory Stick" in the tape recording
Note on the bounce mode
The BOUNCE indicator does not appear in the following functions:
– When D ZOOM is set to 40 or 700 .
– When D ZOOM is set to 40 or 560 .
– Wide mode
– Picture effect
– PROGRAM AE
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