Sony Handycam CCD-TR4 User manual
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ONY.
3-752-034-21
(2)
Video
Camera
Recorder
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CCD-TR4
PROPERTY
OF
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TEeMMIGZL
LEFT.
Operating
Instructions
Before
operating
the
unit,
please
read
this
manual
thoroughly
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it
for
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©1990
by
Sony
Corporation
The
model
number
and
serial
numbers
are
tocated
on
the
bottom.
Record
the
serial
number
in
the
space
provided
below.
Refer
to
these
numbers
whenever
you
cali
upon
your
Sony
dealer
regarding
this
product.
Model
No.
CCD-TR4
Serial
No.
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Pie
ata
Mle
is
*
WARNIN
ABER
Rk
I
ON
52
GREER
00
To
prevent
fire
or
shock
hazard,
do
not
expose
the
unit
to
rain
or
moisture.
CAUTION
RISK
OF
ELECTRIC
SHOCK
DO
NOT
OPEN
CAUTION: TO
REOUCE
THE
AISK
OF
ELECTRIC
SHOCK
DO
NOT
REMOVE
COVER
{OR
BACK).
NO
USER
SERVICEABLE
PARTS
INSIDE
REFER
SERVICING
TO
QUALIFIED
SERVICE
PERSONNEL
This
symbol
is
intended
to
alert
the
user
to
the
presence
of
uninsulated
“dangerous
voltage”
within
the
product’s
enclosure
that
may
be
of
sufficient
magnitude
to
constitute
a
risk
of
electric
shock
to
persons.
This
symbol
is
intended
to
alert
the
user
to
the
/
presence
of
important
:
operating
and
maintenance
(servicing)
instructions
in
the
literature
accompanying
the
appliance.
INFORMATION
for
the
customers
in
the
U.S.A.
This
equipment
generates
and
uses
radio
frequency
energy
and
if
not
installed
and
used
properly,
that
is,
in
strict
accordance
with
the
manufacturer's
instructions,
may
cause
interference
to
radio
and
television
reception.
It
has
been
type
tested
and
found
to
comply
with
the
limits
for
a
Class
B
computing
device
in
accordance
with
the
specifications
in
Subpart
J
of
Part
15
of
FCC
Rules,
which
are
designed
to
provide
reasonable
protection
against
such
interference
in
a
residential
installation.
However,
there
is
no
guarantee
that
interference
will
not
occur
in
a
particular
installation.
If
this
equipment
does
cause
interference
to
radio
or
television
reception,
which
can
be
determined
by
turning
the
equipment
off
and
on,
the
user
is
encouraged
to
try
to
correct
the
interference
by
one
or
more
of
the
following
measures:
Reorient
the
receiving
antenna
Relocate
the
equipment
with
respect
to
the
receiver
Move
the
equipment
away
from
the
receiver
Plug
the
equipment
into
a
different
outlet
so
that
equipment
and
receiver
are
on
different
branch
circuits.
{f
necessary,
the
user
should
consult
the
dealer
or
an
experienced
radio/television
technician
for
additional
suggestions.
The
user
may
find
the
following
booklet
prepared
by
the
Federal
Communications
Commission
helpful:
“How
to
Identify
and
Resolve
Radio-TV
Interference
Problems”.
This
booklet
is
available
from
the
U.S.
Government
Printing
Office,
Washington,
DC
20402,
Stock
No.
004-000-00345-4.
For
the
customers
in
Canada
This
apparatus
complies
with
the
Class
B
limits
for
radio
noise
emissions
set
out
in
Radio
Interference
Regulations.
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Getting
Started
Introduction...
4
Identifying
the
parts
....
5
|
Preparing
Your
Camcorder
Connecting
the
power
sources...
The
best
way
to
use
the
battery
pack.
Setting
the
date
and
time
Inserting
a
tape
Adjusting
the
viewfinder
lens............
ee
Operating
the
Camera
Section
Recording
a
picture
using
automatic
adjustments
To
record
date
or
time......
Playing
back
the
picture
instantly
Recording
a
picture
using
manual
adjustments
Manual
focusing
Setting
the
shutter
speed..
Shooting
with
backlighting
....
Zooming
Close-up
(Macro)
...
Recording
a
title
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Operating
the
VCR
Section
Connections
for
playback..
Playing
back
a
tape........
Editing
onto
another
VCR......
-
Recording
from
another
VCR
or
a
TV...........
41
|
Others
Hints
for
better
shooting...
Notes
and
precautions
Using
your
camcorder
abroad
Specifications
Trouble
check...
Indications
inside
the
viewfinder.................
50
Overview
of
the
CCD-TR4
The
CCD-TR4
Video
8
Handycam
is
a
compact
color
video
camera/recorder
(camcorder).
You
can
use
it
to
shoot
the
pictures
you
want
and
play
them
back
on
your
television
set.
The
camcorder
uses
8
mm
video-format
cassettes.
Who
this
Manual
is
for
This
manual
is
for
you.
You
can use
this
manual
to
find
exactly
the
information
you
need,
whether
you
are
familiar
with
video
equipment
or
not.
How
the
Manual
is
Organized
The
first
section
of
the
manual
explains
the
preliminary
steps
necessary
to
prepare
for
shooting
and
playing
back.
Other
sections
include
shooting
procedures
that
show
you
how
to
use
the
various
features
and
functions
of
your
camcorder.
If
you
are
beginner,
start
with
“Recording
with
automatic
adjustments.”
If
you
are
very
familiar
with
camcorders,
try
to
shoot
your
picture
with
manual
adjustments
as
well
as
automatic
adjustments.
If
you
want
to
record
right
away,
see
p.
10,
11
and
19
through
22.
The
manual
also
includes
information
on
how
to
play
back
a
picture
on
a
TV
and
how
to
edit
your
original
8
mm
tape
onto
another
video
tape.
lf
you
have
any
problems
during
operation,
see
the
“Trouble
Check’
section.
How
this
Manual
Works
Use
the
information
below
to
help
you
follow
the
instructions
in
this
manual.
¢
Controls
and
settings
on
the
camcorder
are
shown
in
capital
letters:
ex.
Set
POWER
to
CAMERA.
©
The
letter
in
an
illustration
corresponds
to
the
letter
in
the
text:
ex.
(A-1)
or
[a]
¢
The
step
numbers
in
all
illustrations
correspond
to
the
step
numbers
in
the
text.
*
Notes
and
caution
massages
are
set
off
with
lines.
ex.
Note
on
battery
life
Battery
will
not
last
as
long
in
cold
places.
Supplied
Accessories
The
camcorder
is
packed
together
with
the
following
units.
Check
to
see
that
everything
is
contained
in
the
package.
(*Attached
to
the
camcorder)
Battery
pack
NP-55
(1)
AC
power
adaptor
AC-V30
(1)
Lithium
battery
CR2025
(1)
RFU
adaptor
RFU-90UC
(1)
Step-up-ring
$37
mm
to
646
mm
(¢1'2”
to
6116”)
(1)
Shoulder
strap
(1)
Jack
cover
(1)*
Lens
cap
(1)*
Handy
manual
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afist
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me
Si@
ems
For
details
on
the
use
of
each
control,
refer
to
the
pages
indicated
in
the
circle.
(A-1)
[POWER
switch
CAMERA:
For
camera
recording
VTR:
For
playing
back
or
editing
tapes
OFF:
Power
off
(2]Tape
transport
buttons
and
pause
indicator
[>
(playback)
bp
FF
(fast
forward)
<4
REW
(rewind)
(stop)
UI
(pause)
During
the
pause
mode
the
indicator
lights.
(SJEDITSEARCH
&
button
@,
©
(Je
REC
(recording)
switch
and
recording
indicator
Slide
in
the
direction
of
the
arrow
for
recording.
During
recording
the
indicator
lights.
(5}caution
lamp
Blinks
when
a
problem
has
occurred.
(6]DEW
lamp
Blinks
when
moisture
has
condensed
inside
the
unit.
(7]Power
zoom
button
@,
@,
@
Built-in
microphone
(A-2)
(A-3)
(A-2)
(2]Camera
recording/battery
lamp
Lights
during
camera
recording.
It
blinks
when
the
battery
is
exhausted.
(10]
BACK
LIGHT
button
@
[7]Lens
cap
To
remove
the
lens
cap,
squeeze
the
sides
as
shown.
Hook
it
on
the
grip
strap.
(A-3)
[12]
Eyecup
[13]
Viewfinder
lens
adjustment
ring
Adjust
to
your
eyesight
to
assure
good
focus.
Be
sure
to
adjust
this
ring
when
shooting
for
the
first
time.
(14]
Viewfinder
The
picture
being
recorded
or
played
back
can
be
monitored
in
monochrome
here.
Also
marks
such
as
the
caution
indicators
and
function
modes
appear
in
here.
{15}@
REMOTE
control
jack
(stereo
mini-mini
jack)
Connect
a
wired
remote
control
unit,
an
editing
controller,
or
other
equipment
here.
About
@
(LANC)
stands
for
Local
Application
Control
Bus
System.
The
connector
is
used
for
controlling
the
tape
transport
of
video
equipment
and
the
peripherals
connected
to
it.
This
connector
has
the
same
function
as
the
connectors
indicated
as
CONTROL
L
or
REMOTE.
(A-4)
identifying
the:
Parts
(A-4)
[16]
Superimpose
buttons
@
MEMORY
button
COLOR
button
SUPERIMPOSE
button
(17]FocuS
button
@
Used
for
manual
focusing.
[18]SHUTTER
SPEED
button
@
Used
to
select
the
shutter
speed.
[19]Focus
ring
@
(20|Macro
set
button
@
(21)
Lithium
battery
compartment
@
22]
DATE
and
TIME
buttons
Press
to
display
or
turn
off
the
date
or
time.
23JEDIT
switch
@
Normally
set
to
the
upper
position.
When
editing
tapes,
set
in
the
direction
of
the
arrow.
[24]
Battery
mounting
surface
(25]|COUNTER
RESET
(CAMERA)
button
@
(26)BATT
(battery
eject)
knob
@
(A-6)
Less
than
6.5
mm
(32
inch)
(A-5)
[27]
Hooks
for
shoulder
strap
Attach
the
shoulder
strap.
(28]EJECT
(cassette
eject)
button
@
(28]|START/STOP
button
Press
to
start
and
stop
camera
recording.
(30]STANDBY
switch
Turn
to
STANDBY
to
set
the
camcorder
to
the
standby
mode.
(31]Cassette
compartment
(2]Lid
tock
Slide
in
the
direction
of
the
arrow
to
open
the
cover.
(33]
MIC
jack
(PLUG
IN
POWER)
Connect
a
Sony
“Plug-in-power’
microphone
(not
supplied).
This
jack
also
supplies
power
to
it.
(34]
VIDEO/AUDIO
jacks
(phono
jacks)
(35)
Jack
cover
Cover
the
VIDEO/AUDIO
jacks
when
not
in
use.
[36]{NPUT/OUTPUT
selector
For
input:
Slide
to
INPUT.
For
output:
Slide
to
OUTPUT.
(@7)RFU
DC
OUT
(RFU
adaptor
DC
output)
jack
(special
minijack)
Attach
the
supplied
RFU
adaptor
here
if
you
use
it.
(38]Grip
strap
Adjust
the
length
so
that
your
thumb
can
easily
manipulate
the
START/STOP
button.
(89|
Tripod
receptacle
Note
when
attaching
a
tripod
other
than
Sony's,
the
length
of
the
camera
mounting
screw
must
be
less
than
6.5
mm
(*2
inch).
Otherwise
the
screw
may
damage
the
inner
parts
of
the
camera.
(A-6)
(A-7)
Caution
(A-7)
Do
not
pick
up
the
unit
grasping
the
viewfinder.
To
remove
dust
from
inside
the
viewfinder
(A-8)
1)
Pull
out
until
the
mark
appears.
2
Turn
counterclockwise
until
the
viewfinder
stops
and
pull
it
out.
3
Clean
the
surface
of
the
cover
with
a
blower.
Connecting
the
Power
-
Sources
First
Choose
the
Power
Source
Power
Place
sous
Accessory
to
be
used
Outdoors
|
Battery
|
Battery
pack
NP-55
(supplied),
pack
NP-66H,
NP-77,
NP-77H
Alkatine
|
Battery
case
EBP-55
batteries
Indoors
|House
j|AC
power
adaptor
AC-V30
current
|
(supplied),
AC-V55
In
the
12
V
or
|DC
pack
DCP-77,
DCP-55
car
24
V
car
|
(DCC-16B
car
battery
cord
battery
|
supplied)
Note
on
power
source
Disconnecting
the
power
source
or
removing
the
battery
pack
during
recording
or
playback
may
damage
the
inserted
tape.
If
disconnected
accidently,
supply
the
power
again
immediately.
(B-1)
Using
the
Battery
Pack
3
Charge
the
battery
pack.
(B-1)
1
Align
the
right
side
of
the
battery
pack
with
the
line
on
the
AC
power
adaptor.
2
Slide
in
the
battery
pack
to
the
right.
3
Connect
the
AC
power
adaptor
to
a
wall
outlet.
Charging
will
begin.
Required charging
time
NP-55
NP-66H
|
NP-77
|
NP-77H
60
wo
=|
=
120
|
140
(Approx.
minutes
when
using
AC-V30)
See
the
instruction
manual
of
the
AC
power
adaptor
for
details.
10
(B-2)
{B-3)
(B-4)
Mount
the
battery
pack
on
the
camcorder.
(B-2)
1
Lift
up
the
viewfinder.
2
Align
the
right
side
of
the
battey
pack
with
the
line
on
the
camcorder.
3
Slide
the
battery
pack
to
the
right.
Note
Make
sure
the
battery
fits
completely
on
the
mounting
surface
of
the
camcorder.
Imperfect
fit
may
damage
the
projections
on
the
camcorder.
Battery
life
A
fully
charged
battery
pack
lasts
for:
NP-55
NP-66H
NP-77
NP-77H
70
120
140 170
(Approx.
minutes,
continuous
recording
when
used
indoors)
When
the
battery
becomes
weak
(B-3)
The
<X]
indication
and
red
lamp
blink
slowly
in
the
viewfinder.
Replace
the
battery
pack
with
a
fully
charged
one
when
they
blink
rapidly.
To
remove
the
battery
pack
(B-4)
While
sliding
up
the
BATT
knob,
slide
the
battery
pack
to
the
left
and
pull
it
out
as
illustrated.
Other
options
for
charging
«
AC-V55
AC
power
adaptor:
You
can
charge
two
battery
packs
one
after
another.
*
BC-55,
BC-77
portable
battery
charger:
You
can
charge
a
battery
pack
on
100-240
V
AC.
¢
DC-V30
car
battery
charger:
You
can
charge
a
battery
by
connecting
the
car
battery
charger
to
the
cigarette
lighter
socket.
This
battery
charger
can
also
supply
power
for
Sony
8
mm
video
equipment
that
operates
on
a
battery
pack.
«
NP-4000
rechargeable
battery
pack:
You
can
use
it
for
long
outdoor
recording.
The
DCP-55
DC
pack
is
required
for
the
connection
(not
supplied).
11
(B-5)
(B-6)
12
Alkaline
Batteries
(B-5)
The
EBP-55
battery
case
is
required
(not
supplied.)
1
insert
6
AA
size
alkaline
batteries
into
the
battery
case.
2
Attach
the
case
in
the
same
way
as
the
battery
pack.
Battery
life
Approx.
70
minutes
using
Sony
alkaline
batteries
(continuous
recording
when
operated
indoors)
Notes
on
battery
life
*
Batteries
will
not
last
as
long
in
cold
places.
©
No
indication
appears
in
the
viewfinder
when
the
batteries
are
weak.
Using
House
Current
(B-6)
Use
the
supplied
AC-V30
AC
power
adaptor.
1
insert
the
connecting
cord
supplied
with
the
AC-V30
AC
power
adaptor
into
the
DC
OUT
jack
on
the
AC
power
adaptor.
2
Litt
up
the
viewfinder.
3
Align
the
right
side
of
the
connecting
plate
with
the
line
on
the
camcorder,
and
slide
it
in
to
the
right.
4
Connect
the
AC
power
adaptor
to
a
wall
outlet.
We
recommend
the
use
of
the
AC
power
adaptor
while
viewing
the
playback
picture
on
the
TV,
editing
tapes
or
recording
a
TV
program,
as
you
do
not
need
to
worry
about
running
out
of
power.
See
the
instruction
manual
of
the
AC
power
adaptor
for
details.
Other
option
The
AC-V55
AC
power
adaptor
can
also
be
used.
(B-7)
Using
Car
Battery
(B-7)
The
DCP-77
DC
pack
is
required
(not
supplied).
1
Lift
up
the
viewfinder.
2
Align
the
right
side
of
the
DC
pack
with
the
line
on
the
camcorder,
and
slide
it
in
to
the
right.
3
Connect
the
cord
to
the
cigarette
lighter
socket
of
a
car
(12
V
or
24
V).
To
remove
the
DC
pack
While
sliding
up
the
BATT
knob
on
the
camcorder,
slide
the
DC
pack
to
the
left
and
pull
it
out.
Other
options
*
The
DCGP-55
DC
pack
can
be
used.
*
You
can
also
operate
this
camcorder
on
a
12
V
or
24
V
car
battery
using
the
AC-V55
AC
power
adaptor
and
the
DCC-16AW
car
battery
cord.
13
(C-2)
(C-3)
(C-4)
14
How
to
Prepare
Pack
Have
a
sufficient
battery
pack
power
to
do
2
or
3
times
as
much
recording
than
you
have
planned.
(C-1)
“Battery
life’
as
indicated
in
the
instruction
manual
or
catalogue
of
the
camcorder
is
measured
by
the
continuous
recording
time
of
the
camcorder,
placed
at
a
room
temperature
using
a
full-charged
battery.
Battery
life
is
shorter
in
a
cold
climate
(C-2)
Battery
efficiency
is
decreased
and
the
battery
will
be
used
up
more
quickly.
Tum
the
STANDBY
switch
of
the
camcorder
to
LOCK
when
not
recording
to
save
battery
power.
(C-3)
A
smooth
transition
between
scenes
can
be
made
even
if
recording
is
stopped
and
started
again.
While
positioning
the
subject
or
selecting
an
angle,
by
viewing
through
the
viewfinder,
and
in
using
autofocus
the
battery
is
being
expended.
The
battery
is
also
being
expended
when
a
tape
is
inserted
or
removed.
When
the
Rechargeable
Battery
Pack
should
be
Replaced
(C-4)
When
the
<\J
mark
in
the
viewfinder
changes
from slow
blinking
to
rapid
blinking
while
you
are
recording,
Turn
off
the
power
switch
of
the
camcorder
and
replace
the
battery
pack.
Leave
the
tape
in
the
camcorder
in
order
to
obtain
a
smooth
transition
between
scenes
after
the
battery
pack
is
replaced.
(C-5)
‘The:
Best:
Way
to
Use-the:
Battery
Pack
Notes
on
Chargi
(C5)
Before
using
the
battery
pack,
charge
it
sufficiently.
A
brand-new
battery
pack
is
not
charged.
Recharge
the
battery
pack
only
when
it
is
exhausted.
lf
recording
is
completed
before
the
mark
appears
in
the
viewfinder,
it
is
recommecded
that
you
remove
the
tape,
set
POWER
to
CAMERA,
Turn
STANDBY
to
STANDBY,
and
leave
the
camcorder
until
the
XJ
mark
blinks
rapidly.
Repeated
charging
while
some
capacity
remains
causes
a
lowering
of
battery
capacity.
However,
the
original
battery
capacity
can
be
recovered
if
you
fully
discharge
and
charge
the
battery
again.
Recharge
the
battery
pack
before
using.
If
the
battery
pack
is
charged
fully
but
not
used
for
a
long
time
(about
1
year),
it
becomes
discharged.
Charge
it
again
but
in
this
case
the
battery
life
will
be
shortened
than
normal.
After
several
charging
and
discharging
cycles,
the
battery
life
will
recover
its
original
capacity.
Keep
the
Terminals
Clean
If
the
terminals
(metal
parts
on
the
back)
are
not
clean,
the
battery
duration
will
be
shortened.
When
the
terminals
are
not
clean
or
when
the
battery
pack
has
not
been
used
for
a
long
time,
install
and
remove
the
battery
pack
from
time
to
time.
This
will
improve
the
contact
condition.
Also,
wipe
the
+
and
—
terminals
with
a
soft
cloth
or
paper.
15
(C-6)
16
NZ
Notes
on
the
Rechargeable
Battery
Pack
Why
the
battery
pack
heats
up
During
charging
or
recording,
the
battery
pack
heats
up.
This
means
energy
has
been
generated
and
chemical
change
has
occurred
inside
the
battery
pack
and
this
is
not
dangerous.
How
to
care
for
the
battery
pack
«
Remove
the
battery
pack
from
the
camcorder
after
using
it,
and
keep
it
in
a
cool
place.
When
the
battery
pack
is
attached
to
the
camcorder,
a
small
amount
of
current
flows
to
the
camcorder
even
if
the
POWER
switch
is
turned
off.
It
causes
overdischarging
and
shortens
battery
life.
The
battery
pack
is
always
discharging
even
when
it
is
not
in
use
after
charging.
Thus
it
is
recommended
you
charge
the
battery
before
using.
How
to
use
the
switch
on
the
battery
pack
(C-6)
This
switch
is
provided
so
that
you
can
remember
the
charging
condition.
Set
the
switch
to
the
“no
mark”
position
when
charging
is
completed.
Set
the
switch
to
the
“red
mark”
position
when
the
battery
is
used
up.
How
many
times
can
the
battery
pack
be
recharged
It
can
be
fully
charged
and
discharged
about
500
times
under
normal
temperatures.
If
the
<S)_
mark
blinks
rapidly
just
after
turning
on
the
camcorder
with
a
fully
charged
battery
pack,
the
battery
pack
should
be
replaced
with
a
new
fully
charged
one.
Temperatures
during
charging
Lower
temperatures
require
a
longer
charging
time.
Charging
under
temperatures
ranging
from
10°
C
to
30°
C
(50°F
to
86°F)
is
recommended.
(0-1)
This
camcorder
uses
a
lithium
battery
to
activate
the
clock
and
to
keep
a
title
in
memory.
Before
operating
it
for
the
first
time,
install
the
supplied
lithium
battery.
1°
Pull
out
the
tithium
battery
holder
from
the
bottom
of
the
camcorder.
2
Install
the
supplied
CR2025
lithium
battery
with
the
+
side
facing
the
other
side.
3
Put the
lithium
battery
holder
back
into
the
camcorder.
To
change
the
fithium
battery
Pull
out
the
lithium
battery
holder
from
the
camcorder,
and
remove
the
lithium
battery
and
insert
a
new
one.
Note
on
battery
life
The
battery
lasts
for
approximately
1
year
under
normal
operation.
When
the
lithium
battery
becomes
weak,
the
time
indication
blinks
in
the
viewfinder
for
about
5
seconds
when
POWER
is
set
to
CAMERA.
When
this
happens,
replace
the
battery
with
a
Sony
CR2025
or
Duracell
DL-2025
lithium
battery.
Use
of
another
battery
may
present
a
risk
of
fire
or
explosion.
While
replacing
the
lithium
battery,
keep
the
battery
pack
or
other
power
source
attached.
If
the
battery
pack
or
other
power
source
was
not
attached
while
replacing,
readjustment
of
the
date
and
time
is
necessary.
Cautions
*
Keep
the
lithium
battery
out
of
the
reach
of
children.
Should
the
battery
be
swallowed,
consult
a
doctor
immediately.
*
Wipe
the
battery
with
a
dry
cloth
to
assure
good
contact.
*
Be
sure
to
install
the
battery
with
the
correct
polarity.
*
Do
not
hold
the
battery
with
metallic
tweezers,
as
a
short-circuit
may
occur.
WARNING
Battery
may
explode
if
mistreated.
Do
not
recharge,
disassemble,
or
dispose
of
it
in
a
fire.
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(NEXT)
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Setting
the
Date
ai
e
(D-2)
1°
Make
sure
that
a
power
source
is
connected,
set
POWER
to
CAMERA,
and
turn
STANDBY
to
STANDBY.
2
Press
DATE
and
TIME
simultaneously
for
more
than
3
seconds
until
the
date
indication
appears
in
the
viewfinder.
DATE
now
functions
as
+
(to
advance
numbers)
and
TIME
functions
as
NEXT
(to
execute).
3
Set
the
year,
month,
day,
hour
and
minute,
in
that
order.
First
adjust
the
blinking
digits
with
+
and
then
press
NEXT.
Press
NEXT
to
set
the
second.
The
clock
starts
operating.
To
correct
the
date
and
time
setting
Repeat
steps
2
to
4.
To
advance
the
digits
faster
Keep
+
pressed.
To
check
the
preset
date
and
time
Press
DATE
or
TIME.
When
you
press
the
same
button
again,
the
indication
goes
out.
(E-1)
Inserting
a
Tape
(E-1)
1
Make
sure
a
power
source
is
connected.
2
While
sliding
the
lid
lock
in
the
direction
of
the
arrow,
lift
up
the
lid
fully.
oo
Press
EJECT.
The
lip
of
the
cassette
compartment
will
automatically
lift
up
and
open
toward
you.
A
~S
Insert
the
tape
with
the
window
facing
out.
Press
the
PUSH
mark
on
the
cassette
compartment
cover
to
close
it.
6
Close
the
lid.
Ejecting
the
Tape
Make
sure
that
a
power
source
is
connected.
While
sliding
the
lid
lock
in
the
direction
of
the
arrow,
lift
the
lid
up
fully.
Press
EJECT.
The
lip
of
the
cassette
compartment
will
lift
up
and
automatically
open
toward
you.
Take
out
the
tape
and
press
the
PUSH
mark
on
the
comparment
to
close
it.
Close
the
lid.
Preventing
Accidental
Erasure
(E-2)
Slide
out
the
red
tab
on
the
tape
to
protect
the
recording.
To
re-record
on
this
tape,
slide
the
tab
back
in.
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ey
a
Notes
on
handling
tapes
*
Never
insert
anything
in
the
small
holes
on
the
rear
of
the
tape.
These
holes
are
used
to
sense
the
type
of
tape,
thickness
of
tape,
or
if
the
tab
is
out
or
in,
etc.
*
Store
tapes
in
their
cases
and
keep
them
in
an
upright
position
to
prevent
intrusion
of
dust
and
uneven
winding.
(F)
20
Adjusting
the
Viewfinder:
Lens
The
position
of
the
viewfinder
lens
for
optimum
vision
varies
depending
on
the
person.
Adjust
when
using
the
first
time,
or
when
using
after
someone
else.
(F)
1
Make
sure
a
power
source
is
connected.
2
Pull
the
viewfinder
out
until
it
clicks.
3
While
pressing
the
green
button,
set
POWER
to
CAMERA.
4
insert
a
tape.
5
Turn
STANDBY
to
STANDBY.
6
Turn
the
viewfinder
lens
adjustment
ring
so
that
the
“STBY”
display
in
the
viewfinder
comes
into
sharp
focus.
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