Sony Handycam CCD-TR350PK Service User manual

CCD-TR28/TR30/TR350/TR350PK
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SERVICEMANUAL RMT -708
US Model
CCD- TR28/TR30
Canadian Model
CCD- TR30
E Model
CCD- TR350/-I'R350PK
Tourist Model
CCD-TR350
Photo : CCD-TR30
Video8 Handycarn
IAMECHAN'SMI
The remotecommanderRMT-708 isnotprovided
for CCD-TR350/TR350PK and cannot be used
forit.
For MECHANISM ADJUSTMENTS, refer to the
"8 mm Video MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENT
MANUAL IV" (9-973-199-1 t).
system
Video recording system
Two rotary heads, Helical scanning
FM system
Audio recording system
Two rotary heads, FM system
Video signal NTSC color, ELk standards
Usable cassette 8 mm video format cassette
(standard 8 mm)
Tape speed SP mode:. Approx. 19132 inches
(1.43 cm)/s
LP mode: Approx. 5/16 inches
(0.72 cm)/s
(playback only)
Recording time SP mode:. 2hours (P6-120)
Playback time SP mgde: 2 hours (P6-120)
LP mode: 4 hours (P6-120)
Fastforward/rewind time
Approx. 6 min 30 s(P6-120)
image device CCD (Charge Coupled Device)
Viewfinder Electronic viewfinder (monochrome)
Lens Combined 10 xPower zoom lens
f = 1/4 to 2 7/16 inches
(6.2 to 62 mm)
F 1.6 to 2.9 (45 to 450 mm when
converted to a 35 mm still camera)
Filter diameter 1 1/2 inches (37 ram)
TTL autofocus system inner focus
wide macro system
SPECIFICATIONS
Color temperabare
Auto
Minimum illumination
2 Ix (F 1.6)
Illumination range
2Ix to 100,000 Ix
Recommended illumination
More than 100 Ix
Input and ourtput connecto_
Video output Phono jack, 1Vp-p, 75
unbalanced, sync negative
Audio output Phono jacks --7.,5 dBs, (at load
impedance 47 k.Q) impedance less
than 2.2 k.Q
RFU DC OUT Special minijack, DC 5 V
Remote jack Stereo mini-minijack (o 2.5 rnm)
MIC jack Minijack, - 66 dBs low impedance
with 2.5 to 3 V:DC, output
impedance 6.8 k.Q (o 3.5 mm)
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Getting Started
Before usln8 your camcorder, you first need to charge and install the battery pack. To charge the
battery pack, use the supplied AC-VZ5/V25A AC power adaptor.
Charge the battery pack on a flat place without vibration.
(I) Conned the power cord to awall outlet. (2) Align the right side of the battery pack with the line
on the AC power adaptor, then slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow. (3) Set the
selector to CHARGE. Charging begins.
When charging iscompleted, the CHARGE lampgoes out. Set the selector to the center position and
unplugthe unit from the wall outlet. Then remove the battery pack and installit on the camcorder.
To stop charging,set the selector to the center position.
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Charging Time and Battery Life
Battery pack
Charging time"
Typical
recording time"
Continuous
recording
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NP-.55 NP..80 NP-77H NP-O6H NP-60D NP-.'isH
(supplied) NP-8OD
7'0 lt;O 160 12,0 90 80
.30 80 75 55 40 35
60 160 150 It0 80 70
Approximate minutesto charge an empty battery pack using the AC-VZS/V25A (Lower
temperaturesrequirealonger chargingtime.)
"" Approximate minutes when recordingwhile you repeatrecordingstart/stop and turningthe power
on/off. The actual batterylib may be shorter.
"'"Approximate continuous recordingtime indoors.
Importantl
Usethe batterycompletelybeforere-charglngl
Before you rechargethe battery, makesurethe batteryhas been mg,.dup (di_harged)completely.
Repeatedchargingwhile some capacity remainscauses a loweringof battery capacity. However,
the originalbatterycapacity can he recoveredif you use the battery completely and charge it fully
again.
To use up the battery,remove the cassette and set the POWERswitchto CAMERAwith the
batteryattached, and leave the camcorder until the .C_ indicatorand the redlamp flash in the
vlewflnder.
Removing the Battery Pack
Slidethe battery packin the di_ction of the arrow(see drawing).
Note on chargingthe battery pack
•The POWERlampwill remainlit for a whileevenif thebatterypackisremovedandthepower
cord is unpluggedafter charging the batterypack.This is normal.
•Ifthe POWERlampdoel not lighLset the selectorto the center position and disconnect the power
cord. After about one minute, reconnectthe power cord and set the selector to CHARGE again.
• You cannot operate the camcorder using the AC power adaptor while charging the battery pack.
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The Battery Heats Up
During charging or recording, the battery pack heats up. This is caused by energy that has been
generated and a chemical change that has occurred residethe batlery pack. This is not causefor
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Battery Care
• Remove the battery pack from the camcorder after using the battery pack, and keep ,t in a cool
place. When the battery pack is attached to the camcorder, a smallamount of cun'ent flows to the
camcorder even if the POWER switch Jsset to OFF. wh,ch shortens battery life.
• The battery pack is always discharging even when it Is not ,n use after charging Therefore. you
should charge the battery right before uq,ngthe camcorder
How to Use the Switch on the Battery Pack
Th,s switch is provided so that you can mark the chargedbalicry. _t the switch |o ihe "no mark"
position when charging is completed..Set the switch to the "red mark" posihon when the battery is
usedup lot in wh,chever direction you want to remind yourseff).[€]
The life of the Battery Pack
"_e battery pack can be fully chargedand dischargedabout 500 hmes under normal temperatures. If
the battery indicator flashesrapidly just after turning on the camcorder w,th a fully charged battery
pack.the battery pack should be replaced with a new fully charged one
Charging Temperature
You shouldcharge batteries at temperaturesfrom 50"F to 86"F (from iO'C to 30"C). Lower
temperaturesrequire a longer charging time.
Note on"_arging
A Brand-new Battery
Abrand-new battery pack ,s not charged. Beforeusing the batlery rack. charge ,t completely.
Before Recharging a Used Battery Pack
aMake sure to use up the battery before recharging.
•If re_ding is completed before the_ indicator appears in the v,ewfinder, you should remove the
tape.set the POWER sw,tch to CAMERA, turn STANDBY up. and leave the camcorder until the
battery indicator flashesrapidly.
•When you use the AC-S10 power adaptor, the DC_Sxo car batlery charger or BC-Sx0 portable
battery charger, you can usethe dischargingfunchon.
•Charging the usable battery causes a lowering of battery capacity. Battery capacity can be
recovered if you fully discharge and charge the battery _gain.
After Long Storage
Rechargethe battery pack after a long period of storage. If the battery pack ischarged fully but not
usedfor a long time (about I year), atbecomesdsscharged.Charge it again, but m this casethe
battery hfe will be shorter than normal. After several charging and dischargingcycles, the battery hfe
will recover its original capaaty.
If the terminals (metal parts on the back) are not clean, the battery duration will he shortened.
When the terminals are not clean or when the battery pack has not beenused for a long time, repeat
installing and removing the battery pack.This improves the contact condition. Also. wipe the + and
- terminals with asoft cloth or paper.
Be Sure to Observe the Following
• To prevent an accident caused by a short circuit, do not allow metal objects such as a
necklace to touch the battery terminals. Carry the bakery pack attaching to the terminal
cover. [d]
•Keep the battery pack away from fire.
•Keep the battery Pack dry.
aDo not open nor convert the battery pack.
•Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock.
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Make sure that the power source is installed.
(1) While pressin8 the small blue button on the EJECTknob. slide it down. The cassette holder
automatically lifts up and opens. (2) Insert a cassette with the window facing nul. (3) Close the
,cassette holder by pressing the "PUSH" mark on the cassette holder.
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To Eject the Cassette
While pressingthe smallblue button on the EJECTknob, slide it down.
Before you use the cameorder for the first time or after someone else has used it, focus the viewfinder
lens, Make sure that the power source is attached to the carncorder.
(I) Pull out the viewfinder until it clicks. (2) While pressing the green button of the POWER switch,
turn it to CAMERA. (3) Turn STANDBY up. (4) Turn the viewfinder lens adjustment ring so that the
indicators in the viewflnder come into sharp focus.
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For hand-held shots,you'll get better results by holding the camcorder according to the following
suggestions: I
•Hold the camcorderfirmly and secureit wilh the grip ,.;trapso Ihal yo, ca, easily nla.ipulale She
controls with your Ihumb. [aS
•Place your right elbow againstyour side.
•Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it.
• Place your eye firmly against the viewfinder eyecup.
•Use the vlewfinder flame as a guide to determine the horizontal plane.
•You can alsorecord in a low position to get an interesting recording angh'. Turn the viewfinder up
for recording from a low position. [b]
Cautions on the Viewfinder
•Do not pick up the camcorder by the vtawfinder. [el
•Do not place the cam(order so as to point the viewflnder toward the sun, The inside of the
vlewfinder hea_ up and may be damaged. [d]
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Place the cam(order on a flat surface or use s tripod
Try placing the camcorderon atable top or any other flat surfaceof suitableheight. If you have a
tripod for a still camera, you can also useit with the camcorder (p. 33). Make sure the tripod screwis
shorter than 9/32 in (6.._mm).
Make sure that the power souse is installedand a cassetteis inserted.When you startrecording, the
date is automaticallyrecorded for 10 seconds (AUTO DATE feature). This feature works only once a
day. You can use the Remote Commanderto record yourself with your friendsor family. When you
use the Remote Commander, make sure that the REMOTE COMMANDER switch on the camcorder
is set to ON (p. 37).
Beforeyou record one-time events, you may want to make a trial recording to make sure that the
camcorder is working perfectly.
(1) Pull out the viewfinder until it clicks. (2) Slide the LENS COVER switch to OPEN. (3) While
pressing the green button of the POWER switch, turn it to CAMERA. (4) Turn STANDBY up. Adjust
the vlewfinder lens so that the indicatorsin the viewfinder come into sharpfocus (p. 13). (5) Press
START/STOP. As the camco;'der starts recording, the red lamp in the viewfinder and the camera
recording/battery lamp on the camcorder light up.
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To Stop Recording Momentarily
PressSTART/STOP again. The "STBY" indicator appearsin the viewfinder (Standby mode).
To Finish Recording
"rum STANDBY down and turn the POWER switch to OFF. Slide the LENS COVER switch to
CLOSE and eject the tape (p. 12).
Notes on Standby mode
if you leave the cam(order in Standby mode for .s minutes, the camcorder goes off automatically. This
prevents wearing down the battery and wearing out the tape. To resume Standby mode, turn
STANDBY down once and turn it up again. To start recording, press START/STOP.
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Note on the tape counter
The tape counter indicates the recording or playback time. Use it as a guide. There will be a time lag
of several seconds from the actual time. To set the counter to zero, press COUNTER RESET,
Note on the AUTO DATE feature
•The AUTO DATE feature works once a clay. However, the date may automaticallyappear more
than oncea day when:
- you reset the date and time.
- you eject and insert the tape again.
- you stop recording within I0 seconds.
• Once the AUTO DATE feature turns off the date display l0 seconds after the Startof recording.
the date and time are displayed as follows:
-If the date display setting has been made, the date is displayed.
- If the time display selling has been made, the time is displayed.
- If neitherdisplay setting has been made, nothing is displayett.
If you wear glasses
You can bend back the eyecup to get a better view of the viewfinder.
When moving from Indoors to outdoors (or vice versa)
Turn STANDBY up and point the camcorder at a white object for about 15 seconds so that the.white
balanceis properly adjusted.
Note on recording
When you record from the beginning of a tdpe, run the tape for about 15 seconds before starting the
actual recording. This will ensure that you won't miss any start-up scenes when you playback the tape.
You canrecord tapes in SP (standardplay) mode only.
:Plreve_ting'Accidental Erasure
To prevent accidental erasure, slide the tab on the cassette to expose the red mark. If you try to
record with the red mark exposed, the I_l and __._indicators flash in the viewfinder, and you cannot
record.
To re-record on this tape, slide the tab back out covering the red mark.
"tJ"_iSng _h_ieature _
Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the scene. You can
also use the zoom to dedde on a shooting angle before you start recording.
For more professional-looking recordings, use the zoom function sparingly.
"T" side: for telephoto (subject appears closer)
"W" side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away)
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Zooming Speed (Dual speed zooming)
Press the power zoom button firmly for a high-speed zoom, press it softly for a relatively slow zoom.
When you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoom
If you cannot get asharp focus while in extreme telephoto zoom, press the "3N" side of the power
zoom buttonuntil the focus is sharp. You can shoot asubject that is at least about 31 112 inches
(80 era) away from the lens surface in the telephoto position, or about 1/2 inches (I cm) in the wide-
angle position.
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!!Recording the Date or Time
While you are recording, press DATE (+) or TIME (NEXT). The date or time displayed in the
viewfinder is recorded with the picture. You cannot record Ihe dale and time at the same time. Except
for the date or time indicator, no indicator in the viewfinder is recorded.
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To Stop Recording with the Date and" Time
PressDATE (+) or TIME (NEXT) again. The date or time indicator disappears.The recording
continues.
You can use this camcorder as I VCR by connecting it directly to your TV for playback. There are
several ways to connect the earncorder to your "IV.
Conne_,J_,_ a.13/without Audio/Video Input JacJks_
Connect the cam,orderto the TV using the suppliedRFUadaptor. Make sure thatthe TV is turned
off to prevent speaker damage before hooking up your camcorder. Set the channel selector on the
RFUadaptor and your TV to VHF CH3 or CH4, whichever is not active in your area.
:Signal flow RFU-95UC
Connecting to a TV,or VCR with AudiO_de()-inp_'Jacks
Connect the camcorder to the "IV using an A/V connecting cable (not supplied). Set the TV/VCR
selector on the "IV to VCR.
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You can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can also monitor the picture on aTV
screen,after connecting the camcorder to aTV or VCR (p. 19). You can use the supplied Remote
Commander to control playback, if you want. Before using the Remote Commander, make sure that
the REMOTE COMMANDER switch on the camcorder is set to ON (p. 37).
(1) While pressingthe green button of the POWER switch, turn it to PLAYER. (2) Insert the Rcorded
tape with the window facing out. (3) Open the lid of the control panel. (4) Press c_. Playback starts.
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ISTOP REW_ rePLAY-- _FF PAUSE
TO stop playback, press D.
To rewind the tape, press 441.
To festforward the tape, press _.
Various Playback Modes
To view a still picture
PressII during playback.To resumeplayback, press II or c>,
To locate a Scene(Picture search)
Keep pressing"4<Ior_duringplayback.To resume normalplayback,releasethebutton.
TO monitor the high-speed picture duflng fastforward or rewind (Skip scan)
Keep pressing_while rewinding or _while advancing Ihe tape. To resumenormal playback,
pressI:>.
To view the picture at 1/5 speed (Slow Playback) (only with the Remote Commender)
PressI,,- on the Remote Commander during playback. To resumenormal playback, pressIP-. If slow
playback lasts for about 1 minute, it shifts to normal speedautomatically.
Note on playback
•Streaksappear and the sound ismuted in the various playback modes.
•When still picturemode lastsfor 5 minutes, thecamcorder automatically enters stop mode.
TO display the viewflnder screen Indicators on the W
PressDISPLAY on the Remote Commander. To erase the indicators, pressit again.
You canchooseany of the Eollowing power sou_'xsfor your camcorder: battery pack (p. 6), house
current,and 12/:'4 V carbattery. Choose the appropriate power sourcedepending on where you want
to use your camcorder.
Place Power source Accessory to be used
Indoors House current AC-V25/V25A AC power adaptor (supplied),
AC-SI0,AC-VSS
OutdoorJ Battery pack NP-SS Battery pack (supplied),NP-80/8OD, NP-77H,
NP-66H, NP-6OD, NP-SSH
In the car 12 V or 24 V car battery DCP-77 DC pack
Using l'louse Fu_:
To use the supplied AC-V25/V2SA AC power adaptor:
(1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Connect the AC Power cord to • wall outlet. Connect the bottom of
the AC power adaptor to the battery mounting surfaceof the camcorder.(3) Set the selector .to
VTR (DC OUT).
Note on the POWER lamp
•The POWER lamp will remain lit For a while even if"the unit is unplugged after use. This is normal.
•If the POWER lamp does not light, set the selector to the center Position and disconnect the power
cord. After about one minute, reconnect the power cord and set the selector to VTR (DC OUT)
again.
To remove the adaptor
The adaptor is removed in the same way as the battery pack. (p. 8)
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UsingaCar Battery i
Use the DCP-77 DC pack (not supplied). Connect the cord of Ihe DC pack I(_ the cigarette lighter
socket of the car (12 V or 24 V). Connect the DC pack to the battery mounting surface of Ihe
camcorder.
To remove the DC pack
The DC pack is removed in the same way as the battery pack. (p. E,)
Options fOr Charging the Battery Pack
• AC-SI0 AC power adaptor:
You can charge a battery pack whether il is used up *_r m_t with Ihi_ ,-id,lph_r I_,('.luse it has a
disCharging function.
•BC-$10 portable battery charger (ideal for travel):
You can charge a battery pack on 100-Z40 V AC current.
You can create your own video program by editing with any other I_1 gram, Him HiE, [_t]E VHS,
S-VHS, _V]'LS_ _,S-VHSC, I1FI Betamax or _ED Betamax VCR that has
audio/video inputs.
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Connect the eamcorderto the VCR using an A/V connecting cable (not supplied). (p. 19)
Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE, if available.Set the POWER switch to PLAYER.
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(1) Insert ablank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR. And insert your recorded
tape into the camcorder. (2) Play back the tape on the camcorder until you locate the point where you
want to start edlttng, then set the camcorder in the playbackpause mode. (3) On the VCR. locate the
recording startpoint and set the VCR in the recording pause mode. (4) PressII on the camcorder and
VCR simultaneously to start editing.
To Edit More Scenes
Repeat steps 2 to 4.
To Stop Editing Momentarily
Press II on the VCR.
To Stop Editing
Pressr-1 on both the camcorderand the VCR.
Note on the DISPLAYfunction
If you have displayed the viewfinder sCreenindicatorson the "l-V,erasethe indicators by pressing
DISPLAY on the RemoteCommander so that they will not be superimposedon the edited tape.
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Information
Your camcorder is supplied with the lithium battery installed. The lithium battery lasts for about
Iyear under normal operation. When the battery becomes weak or dead, the €;:_ indicator flashes in
the viewfinder for about 5seconds when you set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 or Duracell DL-202S lithium battery. Use of
another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
WARNING
The battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge,disassemble,or disposeof in fire.
Caution
Keep the lithtum battery out of the reach of children.
Should the battery be swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.
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Note on Uthlum Battery
The lithium battery has apositive (+) side and a negative (-) side as illustrated below.
Be sure to install the lithium battery with the positive side facing out.
Changing the Lithium Battery
When replacing the lithium battery, keep the battery pack or other power sourceattached. Otherwise,
you will need to reset the date and time.
(1) Detach the lid of the lithium battery compartment on the bottom of the camcorder. (2) Push the
battery down onceand pull it out from the holder. (3) Install the lithium battery with the positive (+)
sidefacing out. Replace the lid.
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Your camcorder's clock is set to East Standard Time at the factory, but you can reset the date and
time. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA and turn STANDBY up. Adjust the digits in the
viewfinder.
(1) PressDATE (+) and TIME (NEXT) simultaneouslyuntil the date appears in the viewfinder.
(2) Adjust the digits of the year, month, day, hour and minutes by pressingDATE (+) ahd
TIME (NEXT). To set the year to 1994, there is no need to press DATE (+) in 2-0. Note that when
you keep DATE (+) pressed,the digits advancefaster.
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To Correct the Date and Time Settings
Press TiME (NEXT) repeatedly until the minute digits stop flashing. Then repeat steps land Z.
To Check the Preset Date and Time
Press DATE (-t-) or TIME (NEXT). When you press tee same button again, the indicator goes off.
Note on the setting of the year
'When you set the year, each time you press DATE (+) the digits change as follows.
1994 -_ 1995 --_ - - --..* 2020
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Note on the time indicator
The internal elo_k of this cameorder operates on a Iz-hour eyrie.
12_0 AM stands for midnight.
12:00 PM stands for noon.
The playback mode (SP or LP) is selected automatically according to the format in which the tape has
been recorded. The quality of the recorded picture in LP mode. however, will not be as good as that
in SP mode.
LP (long play) mode
When you playback a tape recorded in LP mode, the LP indicator lights up in the viewfinder.
This camcordercannot record a tape in LP mode.
Foreign g mm video
You cannot playback software recorded on a different TV color system. Becausethe TV color systems
differ from country to country, you may not be able to playback foreit;n pre-recordedsoftware. Refer
to page3Z to check the TV color system of foreign countries.
To ensure clear piCtures, clean the video heads periodically. When playback pictures are "noisy" or
hardly visible, the video heads may be contaminated.
[a] 5light contamination
[b} Critical contamination
If this happens,dean the video heads with the Sony Vg°25CLH cleaning cassette(not supplied).After
checking the picture, if it is still "noisy", repeat the cleaning. (Do not repeat cleaningmore than
5 times.)
Caution
Do not use a commercially available wet-type cleaning cassette.It may damage the video heads.
Note
IEthe Vg-25CLH deaning cassette is not available in your area, consult your Sony service facility.
Removing Dust_from Inside the Viewflnder
(1) Pull out the vtewfindec barrel until the illustrated mark appears. (2) Turn the viewfinder
counterclockwise u0til it stops, and pull it out. (3) Clean the surface with a commercially available
Mower.
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To Reattach the Viewfinder Barrel
(1) Align the mark on the viewfinder barrel with the mark on the viewfinder and push in the
viewflnder barrel until it clicks.(2) Turn itclockwise until it stops al_ push it in.
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M'OJstu_ CondenSation
if the can',corderisbrought directly from a cold place to awarm place, moislurc may condense inside
the camcorder, on the surfaceof the tape,or on the lens.In this condition, the tape may stick to the
headdrum and be damagedor the unit may not operate correctly. To prevent possibledamage under
thesecircumstances,the camcorder is furnished with moislurc sensors, liowever, take the following
pRcaulions.
Inside the Camcorder
When the [] and ,& indicators flash in the viewfinder, moisturehas c6ndensed inside the cemeorder.
If this happens,no other Eunctlonsexcept for tape ejection will work.
Eject the cassette, turn off the camcorder and leave it with the cassette holder open for at least
one hour in adry place.
The camcorder can be used again if the [] indicator does not appear when the power is turrledon
again.
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On the Lens
If moisture condenseson the lens, no indicatorappears, but the picture becomesdim. Turn off the
power and do not usethe camcorderfor about one hour.
How to Prevent Moisture Condensation
When bringing the cam,corderfrom a cold place to a warm place, put the camcorder in a plastic
bag and allow It to adapt to room conditions over aperiod of time.
(1) Be sure to tightly sealthe plastic bag containing the camcorder.
(2) Remove thebag when the air temperature inside it has reached the temperature surrounding it
(after about one hour).
Precautions_,
Carncorder Operation
• Operate the camcorder on 6.0 V (battery pack) or 7.5 V (AC power adaptor).
aFor DC or AC operation, usethe accessoriesrecommended in this manual.
•Shouldany solid object or liquid fall into the casing, unplug the camcorder and have it checked by
qualified personnel before operating it any further.
• Avoid rough handlingor mechanicalshock. Be particularly careful of the lens.
• Keep the LENSCOVER switch set to CLOSE when not usingthe camera.
•Do not wrap up the camcorderand operate it sinceheat may build up internally.
•Keep the camcorder away From strong magnetic fields or mechanicalvibration.
•Do not drop the camcorder.
On Handling Tapes
Do not insert anything in the small holes on the rear of the cassette.These holes are used to sense
the type, thicknessof tape, or if the tab is out or in, etc.
Camcorder Care
• When the camcorder Is not to be used for a long time, disconnect the power source and
remove the tape. Periodically turn on the power, operate the camera and player sectionsand play
back a tape for about 3minutes.
•Clean the lens with a soft brush to remove dust, If there are fingerprints on it, remove them with a
soft cloth.
• Clean the camcorder body with a dry soft cloth, or asoft cloth lightly moistened with a mild
detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent which may damage the finish.
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On the Surface of the Tape
If there is moisture on the surface of the tape, when the cassette is inserted and atape transport
button is pressed, the Aindicator in the viewfinder flashes. In this case, no other functions except for
tape ejection will work.
Eject the cassette, turn off the camcorder and leave it with the cassette holder open for at least
one hour in adry place.
The camcorder can be used again if the _: indicator does not appear when you insert the cassette and
press one of the tape transport buttons.
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AC Power Adaptor
Charging
• Repeated charging while some capacity remains causes alowering of battery capacity.
However, the original battery capacity can be recovered if you use the battery completely
and charge it fully again.
• Otarge the battery on a fiat place without vibration.
• The battery will get hot during charging, But this is normal.
Do not continuously recharge acharged battery pack as that will cause the battery pack
efficiency to deteriorate.
Charging temperature
The temperature range for charging is 41 "F to 95 "F (5"C to 35 "C) However, to provide
maximum battery efficiency, the recommended temperature range when charging is 50"F to 86"F
(t0"C to 30"C).
Others
•The model for USA or Canada: One blade of the plug is wider Ihan Ihe otlx.r for Ihe purpose of
safety and will fit into the power outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into
the outlet, contact your dealer.
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when not in use for a tong time. To disconnect the cord
(maim lead), pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itselL
•Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if it has been dropped or damaged.
• Do not bend the AC power cord fondbly, or put a heavy object on it. This will damage the cord
and may cause afire or an eledrica] shock.
•Be sure that nothing metallic comes into contact with Ihe metal parts of the connecting plate. If it
does, ashort may occur and the unit may'be damaged.
•Always keep the metal contacts clean.
•Do not disassemble the unit.
•Do not apply mechanical shock or drop the unit.
•While the unit is in use, particularly during charging, keep it away from AM receivers and video
equipment because it wilt disturb AM reception and video operation.
•While the unit is in use, it gets hot. But this is normal.
•Do not place the unit in locations where it is;
- Extremely hot or cold
- Dusty or dirty
-Very humid
- Vibrating
If any difficulty should arise, unplug the unit and contact your nearest Sony dealer.
Each Country has its own electricity and "r'vcolor system. Before using your camcorder abroad, check
the following points.
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You can use your can',corder in any country with the supplied AC Power adaptor within 110 V to
240 V AC, 50160 Hz.
Use acommerdally available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary,depending on the design of the wall
outlet [b].
[a] [b]
:iffemncei!, Color,System
This camcorder is an NTSC system based camcorder. If you want to view the playback picture on a
"IV, it must be an NTSC system based "IV or a PAL-M system based "IV with an NTSC/PAL-M
transcoder.
Check the following list.
NTSC system countries
Bahama islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia. Ecuador, Jamaica, Japan, Korea.
Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the U.S.A., Venezuela. etc.
PAL system countries
Australia. Austria, Belgium. China. Denmark, Finland, former West Germany, Great Britain. Holland,
Hen8 Kong, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia. New Zealand. Norway. Portu8al. Singapore. Spain. Sweden.
Switzerland, Thailand. etc.
PAL-M system country
Brazil
PAL.N system countries
Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay
SECAM system countries
Bulgaria, Prance, Guiana, Hungary, lran, Iraq, Monaco, Poland, former Soviet Union, etc.
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[_ POWER switch (p. I5. 20)
[_q DATE (+) and TIME (NEXT) buttons (p. ZS)
_'_ Uthlum battery compartment
(bottom of the camcorder) (p. 24)
_'_ IIATr (battery eject) knob (p. 8)
[_ REMOTE COMMANDER switch (p 37)
[_ START/STOP button (p. 15)
[_ STANDBY switch (p 15)
[]Battery mounting surface (p 0)
[-_ Hooks for shoulder strap (p 30)
[_ COUNTER RESET button (p Ib)
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_'17 Tapa transport buttons (p, 20)
OSTOP
REW (rewind)
c> PLaY (playback)
FF(advanan8 the tape)
II PAUSE
[121 Built4n microphone
_] Remota sensor (p.37)
Aim the Remote Commander here for
remotecontrol.
['_ LENSCOVERswitch
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[] V|ewflnder lens adjustment dng (p. z3)
[_] Eyecup
[_ Vlewflnder (p. 13)
[;I-8/Camera recording/battery lamp
r_] Tripod receptacle (p. 14)
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[_ Power zoom button (p. I 7)
_'_ FJECTknob (p. 12)
[] REMOTE._(LANe) control jack
standsfor Local Application Control Bus
System.The Ucontrol jack isused for
controlling the tape transport of video
equipment and peripheralsconnectedto it.
This jack has the sameFunctionas the jack
indicated as CONTROL L or REMOTE.
]Grip strap (p. 14)
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2_'] _ssette holder (p. 12)
[] MIC jack (PLUG IN POWER)
Connect an optional external microphone
(stereoor monaural).
This jack alsoacceptsa "plug-in-power"
microphone.
12-6]Audio/Video output jacks (p. ]9)
2_'] Jack cover
_]RFU DC OUT (RFU adaptor DC output) jack
(p. Jg)
For detailson e_m.hindicator,refer to the pages indicatedin the parentheses.
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IT] Lights up when playing back a tape recorded
in LP mode.
_'] Warning indicators(p. 43)
[¥] Power zoom indicator (p. 17)
[-4-']Recording lamp/Battery lamp
['_'/Tape transportmode (p. 15)
[_] Tape counter (p. tO)
I-_ Remaining tape length indicator
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["8] Remaining battery indicator (p. 9)
[9"] AUTO DATE indicator (p. 15)
[_] Date or Time (p. 25)
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Remote Commander
The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander and on the camcorder function
identically.
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[T] Transmitter
Point toward the remote sensor to control
the camcorder after turning on the POWER
switch on the camcorder.
[_ Tape transport buttons
['3"] DiSPlAY button
[4"] Size AA (R6) battery bolder
[-5"] START/STOP button
r_ Power zoom button
The zooming speed is unchangeable in the
Remote Commander.
Preparing the Remote Commander
To usethe Remote Commander, you must insert two sizeAA (R6) batteries, Use Ihe supplied size
AA (R6) batteries.
(1) Remove the battery cover from the Remote Commander. (2) insert both of the sizeAA (R6)
batterieswith correct polarity. (3) Put the battery cover back onto the Remote Commander.
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Battery Ufe
The batteries for the Remote Commander last about 6 months under normal operation. When the
batteries become weak or dead, the Remote Commander does not work.
To avoid damage from possible battery leakage
Remove the batteries when you will not usethe Remote Commander Eora long time.
Using the Remote Commander
Make surethattheREMOTE COMMANDER switchon thecamcorclerissettoON.
REMOTE COMMANDER J
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Remote Control Direction
Noteon the RemoteCommander
•Keep the remote sensor away from stronglight sources such as directsunlightor illumination.
Otherwise, the remote controlmay not be effective.
•Be surethat there is no obstaclebetween the remote sensor and the RemoteCommander.
•This camcorderworks at commander mode VTR2. The commander modes (I. 2and 3) are used to
distinguishthis camcorder from otherSony VCRsto avoid remote control misoperation. If you use
another Sony VCRat commandermode VTR 2. we recommendyou change the commander mode
or cover the remotesensor of the VCRwith blackpaper.
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AttachingtheshoulderStrap
Attach the supplied shoulderst'rapto the hooks for the shoulderstrap (p. 32).
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If indicators flash in the vlewfinder or a caution lamp on the camcorder flashes, check the following:
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[] The battery is weak or dead.
Slow flashing: The battery is weak.
Fast flashing: The battery is dead.
['2"1The tape is near the end.
The flashing is slow.
['_ The tape has run out.
The flashing becomesrapid.
14"1No tape has been inserted.
[¥1 The tab on the tape isout (red).
F_ Moisture condensationhas occurred.(p.28)
[_The video heads maybe contaminated.
(p. 27)
[-_ Some othertrouble has occurred.
Disconnectthe power source and contact
yourSony dealer or local authorized facility.
[-9"]The lithiumbatter/is weak or is not
installed.(p.24)
I_l TheLENSCOVERswitchissetto CLOSE.
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