Sony CCD-TR87 - Manual (Page 47)

Using the built-in light
- CCD-TR67/TR87/TR97/TR917/TR940 only
You can use tho built-in light to suit vour shooting situation. Tho recommended
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.
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.
Notes
• The battery pack is quickly discharging while the built-in light is turned on. Slide
LIGHT to OFF when not in use.
• When you do not use the camcorder, slide LIGHT to OFF and remove the battery pack
to avoid turning on the built-in light.
• When flickering occurs when you shoot white and bright subjects in AUTO mode,
slide LIGHT to ON.
• The built-in light may turn on/off when you use the PROGRAM AE or BACK LIGHT
function.
• When inserting or ejecting a cassette, the built-in light may be turned off.
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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.
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.
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