Sony Ruvi CCD-CR1 User manual

SONY.
3-864-023-41 (1)
Video Camera
Recorder
Operating Instructions
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Owner's record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom Record the serial
number m the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you
call upon vour Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No CCD-CR1 Model No. AC-VF10
Serial No - Serial No-
Ru ix i
CCD-CR1
©1998 by Sony Corporation

English
Welcome!
Congratulations on vour purchase of this Sony camcorder. With ytmr camcorder you
c»in capture life's precious moments with superior picture and sound quality.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
CAUTION
ms* Of Eifctmc shock
no no* Off n
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CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT REMOVE COVER lOR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
t his symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the
product's enclosure that may he of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
This svmhol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance
{sen icing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the
appliance.
DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY.
LITHIUM ION BATTERY.
DISPOSE OF PROPERLY.
You can return vour unwanted lithium ion batteries
to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory
Service Center.
Note: In some areas the disposal of lithium ion
batteries in household or business trash may
be prohibited
For the Sony Sen ice Center nearest you call
1-800-222-SONY (United States only)
For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you call
416-4W-SONY (Canada only)
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking
lithium ion battery
For the customers in the U.S.A.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications
not expressly approved in this manual could void
vour authority to operate this equipment.
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class IT digital device, pursuant
to I’art 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. I lowever,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful 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 or relocate the receiving antenna
— - Incroase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
For the customers in CANADA
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
USE THIS POLARIZED AC PLUG WITH AN
EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR
OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT
BLADE EXPOSURE.
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Table of contents
Before you begin.3
Identifying the parts.5
Getting started..8
Installing the batteries.8
Using house current .10
Charging the battery pack.11
Shooting.12
Camera recording . 12
Photo recording.14
Advanced operations.15
Playing back.20
Playing back.20
Watching on a TV screen.23
Editing.24
Editing onto another tape.24
Additional information.25
Resetting the date and time.25
Tips for using batteries.27
Precautions.30
Trouble check .32
Warning indicators.34
Self-diagnosis display.35
Using your camcorder abroad .36
Specifications.37
Index.38
Before you begin
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future
reference.
About the recording system
•The picture and sound are recorded onto the video cartridge for this camcorder.
• The video cartridge for this camcorder is installed already You can only use the VD-
CR1 video cartridge.
•The video cartridge can-be recorded for about 30 minutes camera recording and about
350 still pictures per about 5 seconds.
• It is recommended to edit the recorded pictures onto another tape for saving.

Before you begin
Using this manual
As you rood through this manual, buttons and settings on the camcorder are shown in
capital letters.
e.g., Press START/STOP.
You can hear the beep sound to confirm vour operation.
Note on TV color systems
TV color systems differ from country to country. To view your recordings on a TV, you
need a NTSC system-based TV.
Precaution on copyright
Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the
copyright laws.
Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made
due to a malfunction of the camcorder, video cartridge, etc.
Precautions on camcorder care
•The LCD screen is manufactured using high-precision technology. However, there
may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue or green in color)
that constantly appear on the LCD screen. These points are normal in the
manufacturing process and do not affect the recorded picture in any way. Over
99.99% are operational for effective use.
• Do not let the camcorder get wet. Keep the camcorder away from rain and sea water.
Letting the camcorder get wet may cause the unit to malfunction, and sometimes this
malfunction cannot be repaired [a].
• Never leave the camcorder exposed to temperatures above 140°F (60°C), such as in a
car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b],
• Do not let sand get into the camcorder. When you use the camcorder on a sandy
beach or in a dusty place, protect it from the sand or dust. Sand or dust may cause the
unit to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired.

Identifying the parts
[Tl Slide cover (p. 20)
(2] Zoom lever (p. 15)
[3] START/STOP button (p. 12)
(41 Open knob for video cartridge
compartment (p. 31)
[g END SEARCH button (p. 18, 22)
[6] PHOTO SCAN button (p. 21, 22)
[71 Lens
® Remote sensor
You can use the remote commander
supplied with other Sony camcorders or
VCRs. Set the command mode to
VTR 2. See the instruction manual
supplied with the VCR about the
command mode.
(9] Recording lamp
ITol Microphone
® START/STOP MODE switch (p. 13)
0 BACK LIGHT button (p. 17)
0 Video control buttons (p. 22)
■ STOP (stop)
REW (rewind)
► PLAY (playback)
►► FF (fast-forward)
II PAUSE (pause)
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Identifying the parts
(141 Recording lamp
01 DATE button (p. 19, 25)
01 TIME button (p. 19, 25)
03 A/V OUT jack (p, 23)
01 SPEAKER ON/OFF switch (p. 20)
09| MACRO lock switch (p. 15)
IH PHOTO button (p. 14)
H POWER ON/OFF switch (p. 12, 14)
[22] Cord cover (p. 10)
[23j LCD screen (p. 12, 14,20)
H3 Speaker (p. 20)
iH OPEN (BATT) release lever (p. 8)
[26| Cartridge eject lever (p. 31)
[23 Tripod receptacle (p 15)
Make sure that the length of the tripod
screw is less than *V32 in. (6.5 mm).
otherwise you cannot attach the tripod
securely and the screw may damage the
camcorder.
[28] Hand strap
The hand strap is already attached.

Identifying the parts
Operation indicators
CD Video control mode (p. 22) [7] Tape counter (p. 12)/Self-diagnosis
[2~] Mirror mode indicator (p. 16) functions indicator (p. 35J/5SEC mode
.—. indicator (p. 13)/Photo recording
[3J Remaining battery time indicator indicator (p, 14)
4] - »<j-1 gj R ema i n j ng tape indicator
tS Warning indicators (p. 34) BS«Mi^BH=*w*BS=rr*5minra*-^ming4'-
[5] Backlight indicator (p. 17) g] END SEARCH indicator (p. 18, 22)/
[6] MACRO indicator (p. 15) PHOTO SCAN indicator (p. 21,22)
03 Date and time indicator (p. 19, 25)
Attaching the lens cap
Attach the supplied lens cap to the lens. When you shoot, open the lens cap
(D Fit the edge of the lens cap to the hollow.

Installing the batteries
Before using your camcorder, you first need to install two size AA (LR6) Sony batteries
or the charged battery pack. Use the supplied size AA (LR6) Sony batteries or the NP-
RO "InfoLITHlUM" battery pack (S seriese).
When you install or remove the batteries, be sure to turn off the camcorder to prevent
misoperation of the camcorder.
You can also use house current as a power source. (P. 10)
0) To open the lid of the battery compartment, slide the OPEN (BATT) release
lever at the bottom of the camcorder to the left, then slide it toward you and
release.
(2) Install two size AA (LR6) batteries or the battery pack in the direction of the
arrow. Then close the lid and slide it until it clicks.
Note on size AA (LR6) batteries
• Be sure to install two size AA (LR6) batteries with correct polarity.
• You can not use size A A (LRh) batteries in a cold environment. Use the NP-RO battery
pack
Battery life
When using two size AA (LR6) Sony batteries or the NP-RO rechargeable battery pack:
Battery
Size AA (LR6) batteries
NP-F10
Continuous recording
time*
M) minutes
40{80) minutes
Typical recording time**
TO minutes
50 (45) minutes
Playing time on LCD
(•>() minutes
40 (80) minutes
Numbers in parehthese:
s of NP-RO indicate the time when you
use a norm'affy charged
battery.
* Approximate continuous recording time at 77°F (25°C). Battery life will be shorter if
you use the camcorder in a cold environment.
** Approximate minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/stop and
turning the power on/off. The actual battery life may be shorter.

Installing the batteries
Note on remaining battery time indication during recording
When using the "InfoLITHIUM" battery, remaining battery time is displayed on the
LCD screen. However, the indication may not be displayed properly, depending on the
conditions and circumstances of use.
To remove batteries
Open the lid of the battery compartment and remove the batteries.
When removing batteries
Always turn the camcorder upside down so that batteries do not fall out when you
open the lid.
Getting
started

Using house current
When you install or remove the battery shaped block of the connecting cord, turn off
the camcorder to prevent misoperation of the camcorder.
(D To open the lid of the battery compartment, slide the OPEN (BATT) release
lever at the bottom of the camcorder to the left, then slide it toward you and
release.
(2) Install the battery shaped block of the DC connecting cord in the direction of
the arrow. Open the cord cover and pass the cord through. Then close the lid
and slide it until it clicks
(3) Connect the DC connecting cord to the AC adaptor/charger.
(4) Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor/charger and a wall outlet.
WARNING
The power cord must be changed only at a qualified service shop.
Note
Keep the AC adaptor A'harger awav from the camcorder if the picture is affected.
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Charging the battery pack
Charge the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration. The supplied battery pack
NP-F10 is charged a little at the factory. To charge the battery pack, use the supplied
AC-VF10 AC adaptor/charger
(D Fit and slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow'.
( 2 ) Connect the pow'er cord to the AC adaptor/charger and a w'all outlet. The
CHARGE lamp (orange) lights up. Charging begins.
When the CHARGE lamp goes out, normal charge is completed. For full charge,
which allows you to use the battery longer than usual, leave the battery pack attached
for about 1 hour after normal charge is completed.
To remove the battery pack
Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow.
Charging time
When using the NP-F10 rechargeable battery pack:
Charging time* 145 (85) minutes
The number in parentheses indicates the time w'hen you use a normally charged
battery.
* Approximate minutes to charge an empty battery pack using the supplied charger.
(Lower temperatures require a longer charging time.)
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Getting
started

Camera recording
Before 1 vou record one-time events, you may want to make a trial recording to make
sure that the camcorder is working correctly.
0) Make sure that the power source is installed, (p. 8, 10)
(2) While pressing the small button on the POWER switch, slide it in the direction
of the arrow. The small button lights up green.
(3) Press START/STOP. The camcorder records for about 5 seconds and stops.
The tape counter disappears and five dots appear. The dots disappear at a rate
of one per second. The red lamps light up.
To extend the recording time in 5SEC mode, press START/STOP again before
all the dots disappear. Recording continues for about 5 seconds from the
moment you press START/STOP
Adjusting the LCD panel angle
Adjust the LCD panel to the angle you want
Note
To save battery power and prevent the battery and tape from wearing down, the power
turns off automatically if you do not operate the camcorder for 8 minutes while the
video cartridge is inserted and the power is on. To start recording, turn the power on
again and press START/STOP.
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Camera recording
Selecting the START/STOP mode
Your camcorder has three camera recording modes These modes enable vou to take a
series of quick shots resulting in a lively video
Set START/STOP MODE to the desired mode.
5SEC: When you press START/STOP, the camcorder records for about 5 seconds
and then stops automatically (factory setting).
ANTI GROUND SHOOTING : The camcorder records only while you press
down START/STOP so that you can avoid recording unnecessary scenes.
A : Recording starts when you press START/STOP, and stops when you press it
again.
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Shooting

Photo recording
You can record a still picture like a photograph for about five seconds. Photo recording
is useful when you want to enjoy a picture such as a photograph or when you print a
picture using a video printer.
(D Make sure that the power source is installed, (p. 8, 10)
(2) While pressing the small button on the POWER switch, slide it in the direction
of the arrow. The small button lights up green.
(3) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a still picture and "O CAPTURE" appear
on the LCD screen To change the still picture, release PHOTO, select still
picture again, and keep pressing PHOTO lightly again.
(4) Press PHOTO deeper. The still picture on the LCD screen is recorded for
about five seconds. The tape counter disappears and five dots appear. The
dots disappear at a rate of one per second. The red lamps light up. The sound
during those five seconds is also recorded.
Adjusting the LCD panel angle
Adjust the I CD panel to the angle you want.
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To prevent camera-shake
When shouting a still picture, the slightest movement of the camcorder is noticeable. To
prevent camera-shake, hold the camcorder firmly or use a tripod.

Advanced operations
Using the zoom feature
Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the
scene.
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)
When you shoot a subject using the telephoto zoom
If you cannot get a sharp focus while in extreme telephoto zoom, move the zoom lever
to the "W" side until the focus is sharp. You can shoot a subject that is at least about 55
1 /8 in. (140 cm) away from the lens surface in the telephoto position, or about 15 3/4 in.
(40 cm) away in the wide-angle position. When you shoot a subject closer than about 15
3/4 in. (40 cm), we recommend you shoot in macro.
Shooting a subject closer - Macro
Even small subjects, such as flowers, insects, and images in photographs, can literally
fill the screen in macro. You can shoot a subject that is at least about 10 cm (4 in.) away
from the lens surface in macro.
We recommend you to use a tripod when shooting in macro.
(1) Bring the camcorder as close as necessary to obtain the desired subject size.
( 2 ) Slide the MACRO lock switch in the direction of the arrow.
(3) Move the zoom lever to the "W" side end. The MACRO ffl indicator appears
on the LCD screen.
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Shooting

Advanced operations
Letting the subject monitor the shot (Mirror mode)
You con turn the LCD panel over so that it faces the other way and you can let the
subject monitor the shot.
(1) Turn the LCD panel up vertically. The O indicator (Mirror mode) appears
and the date and remaining tape indicators disappear.
(2) Start recording.
[a] LCD screen image.
[b] Recording image
To cancel mirror mode
Turn the LCD panel down toward the camcorder body.
Notes on mirror mode
•The picture on the LCD appears as a mirror-image while recording in mirror mode.
The RhC indicator appears as # The other indicators may not appear in mirror
mode
• While recording in mirror mode, you cannot operate the DATE and TIME.

Advanced operations
I
Shooting with backlighting
When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a
light background, use the BACK LIGHT function.
Press BACK LIGHT. The E3 indicator appears on the LCD screen.
[a] Subject is too dark because of backlight,
[b] Subject becomes bright with backlight compensation.
After shooting
Be sure to release this adjustment condition by pressing BACK LIGHT again. The 0
indicator disappears. Otherwise, the picture will be too bright under normal lighting
conditions.
This function is also effective under the following conditions:
• A subject with a light source nearby or a mirror reflecting light.
• A white subject against a white background. Especially when you shoot a person
wearing shiny clothes made of silk or synthetic fiber, his or her face tends to become
dark if you do not use this function.
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Shooting

Advanced operations
Searching for the end of the picture
Press END SEARCH during stop.
The tape starts rewinding or fast-forwarding and the last 5 seconds of the recorded
portion play hack Then the tape stops at the end of the recorded picture.
If you start recording after using END SEARCH
Occasionally, the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene may
not be smooth

Recording with the date/time
Before you start recording or during recording, press DATE and/or TIME. You can
record the date and/or time displayed on the LCD screen with the picture. Press DATE
(or TIME), then press TIME (or DATE) to display the date and time together. Except for
the date and/or time indicator, no indicator on the LCD screen is recorded.
The clock is set at the factory to London time for the United Kingdom and Paris time for
the other European countries. You can reset the clock, (p.25)
Press DATE and/or TIME before you start recording or during recording.
Note on recording with the date and/or time
Once you record the date and/or time, you cannot erase it.
To stop recording with the date and/or time
Press DATE and/or TIME again. The date and/or time indicator disappears. The
recording continues.
To finish recording
While pressing the small button on the POWER switch, slide it to turn off the
camcorder. And remove the batteries.
We recommend you turn off the camcorder to prevent wearing down the battery while
vou do not use the camcorder.
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Shooting

Playing back
Playing back
You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen.
(D Make sure that the power source is installed, (p. 8, 10)
( 2 ) While pressing the small button on the POWER switch, slide it in the direction
of the arrow. The small button lights up green.
(3) Press to rewind the tape.
(4) Press ► to start playback.
You can also monitor the picture on a TV screen, after connecting the camcorder to a TV
or VCR.
Adjusting the LCD panel angle
Adjust the LCD panel to the angle you want.
When playing back in the dark
You may find it difficult to view the LCD screen in the dark. We recommend you to
monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen where there is more light.
To turn off the speaker
Slide the SPI'.AKP.R ON/OIT switch to OFF. To turn on the speaker, slide it to ON.