Sony CCD-TR930 operating instructions Trouble check, Camcorder, Symptom

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Trouble check

If you run into any problem using the camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. Should the difficulty persist, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

Camcorder

Power

Symptom

Cause and/or Corrective Action

The power is not on.

•The battery pack is not installed. mInstall the battery pack. (p. 8)

•The battery is dead.

mUse a charged battery pack. (p. 6)

•The AC power adaptor is not connected to a wall outlet. mConnect the AC power adaptor to a wall outlet. (p. 22)

•You use other types of battery except an “InfoLITHIUM”

battery pack.

mUse an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (p. 6)

The power goes off.	• While being operated in CAMERA mode, the camcorder
	has been in Standby mode for more than 5 minutes.
	mTurn STANDBY down once and then up again. (p. 12)
	• The battery is dead.
	mUse a charged battery pack. (p. 6)
	• If VF PW-SAVE is set to ON, the picture disappears
	automatically when you turn your face away from the
	viewfinder.
	mBring your face close to the viewfinder within 1/2 inch
	(1 cm). Or set VF PW-SAVE to OFF. (p. 25)

The battery pack is quickly discharged.

•The ambient temperature is too low. (p. 49)

•The battery pack has not been charged fully. mCharge the battery pack again. (p. 6)

•The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be

recharged.

mUse another battery pack. (p. 8)

•You use other types of battery except an “InfoLITHIUM”

battery pack.

mUse an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (p. 6)

The beep sounds when the battery is attached.

•The battery pack is discharged during a long period of

storage.

mCharge the battery pack again. (p.6)

When you turn off the power, the lens makes a noise.

• The camcorder is not malfunctioning.

Operation

Symptom

Cause and/or Corrective Action

START/STOP does not operate.

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•The tape is stuck to the drum. mEject the tape. (p. 10)

•The tape has run out.

mRewind the tape or use a new one. (p. 20)

•The POWER switch is set to VTR. mSet it to CAMERA. (p. 11)

•The tab on the cassette is out (red).

mUse a new tape or slide the tab. (p.10)

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Contents Video Camera Recorder For the customers in Canada WelcomeFor the Customers in the U.S.A Table of contents Precautions on camcorder care Using this manualPrecaution on copyright Checking supplied accessories Charging time Charging and installing the battery packCharging the battery pack To remove the battery pack Charging and installing the battery packBattery lifee Installing the battery pack When you record in a low angle To restore the viewfinderTo prevent accidental erasure Inserting a cassetteTo eject the cassette Camera recording CameraCamera recording To stop recording momentarily aTo finish recording b To focus the viewfinder lensCounter Reset When moving from indoors to outdoors or vice versaZooming speed Variable speed zooming Using the zoom featureWhen you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoom To return to normal recording Selecting the SATRT/STOP modeTo extend the recording time in 5 SEC mode Hints for better shooting Place the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripodTo begin re-recording Checking the recorded pictureTo stop playback To connect to a VCR or TV without Video/Audio input jacks Connections for playbackIf your VCR or TV is a monaural type Using the AV cordless IR receiver Laser Link To cancel the Laser Link functionPlaying back a tape IR transmitterPlaying back a tape Using the remote commanderTo display the viewfinder screen indicators on the TV To select the playback sound To locate a scene picture searchTo view the picture at 1/5 speed slow playback To remove the connecting plate Using alternative power sourcesUsing the house current Using alternative power sources Using alkaline batteriesBattery Life Using a car batteryChanging the mode settings VTRChanging the mode settings Items for Camera mode onlyItems for VTR mode only Following settings work only during playbackTo look at the demonstration at once HiFi Sound STEREO/1/2When fading in a When fading out bTo cancel the fade-in/fade-out function Fade-in and fade-outUsing the wide mode function Selecting the desired modeUsing the wide mode function FullUsing the wide mode function To cancel wide modeTo watch the tape recorded in wide mode Enjoying picture effectTo turn off picture effect Using picture effect functionEnjoying picture effect Focusing manually When to use manual focusFocusing manually Focusing manuallyTo return to autofocus mode To record a very distant subjectUsing the Program AE function Selecting the best modeTo turn off program AE Using the Program AE functionUsing the Program AE function After shooting To make a fine adjustmentShooting with backlighting Adjusting the exposure When to adjust the exposureAdjusting the exposure To return to automatic exposure modeAdjusting the exposure Superimposing a titleSelecting the language Shooting in the darkUsing titles To add the title from the beginning Superimposing a titleTo add the title while you are recording Titles cycle as followsTo select the color of the title To select the position of the titleTo delete a title Making your own titlesTo edit the title you have stored Recording with the date/time To stop recording with the date and/or timeTo check if you have performed ORC Optimizing the recording conditionIf the cassette has been ejected Editing onto another tape Before editingStarting editing Si nal flow To edit more scenesTo stop recording Recording from a VCR or TVTo check the picture from a VCR or TV before recording Releasing the Steady Shot function To activate the Steady Shot function againChanging the lithium battery in the camcorder Changing the lithium batteryResetting the date and time To correct the date and time settingResetting the date and time Usable cassettes and playback modesTips for using the battery pack Battery life is shorter in a cold environmentTo save battery power When to replace the battery packTips for using the battery pack How the battery consumption is displayed To obtain more accurate remaining battery indicationBrand-new battery pack Recharge the battery pack whenever you likeMaintenance information and precautions How to prevent moisture condensationMoisture condensation Inside the camcorderMaintenance information and precautions Video head cleaningPrecautions Camcorder operation On handling tapesAC power adaptor Camcorder careCharging OthersDifference in color systems Using your camcorder abroadPower sources Camcorder SymptomTrouble check Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Action Trouble checkPicture When the Charge lamp flashes Symptom Corrective ActionsWhen the Charge lamp flashes again AgainSelf-diagnosis function First three digits Cause and/or Corrective ActionSpecifications Video camera recorderIdentifying the parts @¥ VIDEO/AUDIO jacks p.18 @ MIC jack Plug in PowerIdentifying the Parts @» Intelligent accessory shoe @» #¼$ª $£ $¼ Video control buttons p.20Remote Commander To enter demo modeTo exit demo mode To watch the demonstrationTo avoid damage from possible battery leakage To prepare the Remote CommanderTo use the Remote Commander Remote control direction Attaching the shoulder strapDisplay window Operation indicatorRemaining tape indicator Tape has run out Battery is weak or deadTape is near the end Index