Sony CCD-TR88 Using Alternative Power Sources, Using the House Current, Advanced Operations

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Advanced Operations

Using Alternative Power Sources

You can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack (p.6), the house current, alkaline battery, and 12/24 V car battery. Choose the appropriate power source depending on where you want to use your camcorder.

Place

Power source

Accessory to be used

Indoors

House current

Supplied AC power adaptor

 

 

 

Outdoor

Battery pack

Battery pack NP-33 (supplied), NP-98/98D, NP-80/80D,

 

 

NP-68, NP-66/66H, NP-C65, NP-60D

 

 

 

 

Size AA (LR 6) Alkaline

Battery case (supplied)

 

battery

 

 

 

 

In the car

12 V or 24 V car battery

DC pack DCP-77

 

 

 

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Using the House Current

To use the supplied AC power adaptor:

(1)Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet. Insert the top of the connecting plate of the AC power adaptor into the top of the battery mounting surface. Push the connecting plate so that it attaches firmly.

(2)Set the selector to VTR (DC OUT).

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Playing Back a Tape/Using Alternative Power Sources

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CCD-TR78/TR88/TR98 3-810-917-13.E

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Contents
Video Camera Recorder h Welcome to video h For the Customers in the U.S.ATable of Contents Before You Begin Using This ManualPrecaution on Copyright Precautions on Camcorder CareChecking Supplied Accessories Charging Time Charging and Installing the Battery PackCharging the Battery Pack Getting StartedTo Remove the Battery Pack Battery LifeInstalling the Battery Pack Charging and Installing the Battery PackTo Eject the Cassette Inserting a CassetteTo Prevent Accidental Erasure To Finish Recording b Camera RecordingBasic Operations To Stop Recording Momentarily aShooting scenery in several short takes To Focus the Viewfinder LensCCD-TR78/TR88 CCD-TR98 Recording with the START/STOP button depressedCamera Recording When moving from indoors to outdoors or vice versaWhen you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoom Using the Zoom FeatureZooming Speed Place the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripod Hints for Better ShootingTo Begin Re-recording Checking the Recorded PictureTo Connect a TV or a VCR without Video/Audio Input Jacks Connecting Directly to a TVConnections for Playback If a VCR is connected to a TVPlaying Back a Tape To locate a scene Picture Search Playing Back a TapeVarious Playback Modes To view a still picture playback pauseUsing the House Current Using Alternative Power SourcesAdvanced Operations Model Typical recording time Continuous recording time Using Alternative Power SourcesUsing the Battery Case To remove the adaptorTo Stop Recording with the Date or Time Using a Car BatteryTo remove the battery case Recording with the Date or TimeTo Turn On the Built-in Light Automatically Using the Built-in LightReplacing the Bulb ŒSports mode Twilight mode Using the Program AE FunctionSelecting the Best Mode Using the Program AE FunctionAfter Shooting Shooting with BacklightingThis function is also effective under following conditions To Extend the Recording Time in 5 SEC Mode Selecting the START/STOP ModeTo Superimpose from the Beginning Superimposing a TitleTo Superimpose On the Way of Recording CCD-TR88/TR98 only Using the Steady Shot FunctionUsing the Steady Shot Function To Release the Steady ShotSelecting the Mode Setting of Each Item Changing the Mode SettingsZoom x24/x12 To Edit More Scenes Editing onto Another TapeTo Stop Editing Additional Information Changing the Lithium Battery in the CamcorderChanging the Lithium Battery Changing the Lithium Battery in the CamcorderTo Check the Date and Time Resetting the Date and TimeTo Correct the Date and Time Setting Year indicator changes as followsPlayback Modes Tips for Using the Battery PackPreparing the Battery Pack When to Replace the BatteryTips for Using the Battery Pack After Long Storage Brand-new BatteryBe Sure to Observe the Following If battery leakage occurred Inside the Camcorder Maintenance Information and PrecautionsHow to Prevent Moisture Condensation Moisture CondensationVideo Head Cleaning CCD-TR78/TR88 only Maintenance Information and PrecautionsRemoving Dust from inside the Viewfinder To Reattach the EyecupPrecautions Power Sources Using Your Camcorder AbroadDifference in Color Systems Camcorder PowerSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions Trouble CheckPicture Trouble CheckOthers When the Charge Lamp Flashes AC Power AdaptorWhen the Charge lamp Video Camera Recorder SpecificationsStorage temperature -4F to +140F -20C to +60C Dimensions Applicable battery Sony battery pack Ni-Cd typeOutput voltage Identifying the Parts @¼ Grip strap p Viewfinder adjustment ring p @£ VIDEO/AUDIO jacks p@¥ Tripod receptacle p @» Tape transport buttons p Identifying the PartsAttaching the shoulder strap Remote CommanderTransmitter Using the Remote Commander Preparing the Remote CommanderTo avoid damage from possible battery leakage To Watch the Demonstration Remote Control DirectionTo enter Demo mode To exit Demo modeOperation Indicators Battery Remaining O, P K, LV, W, X, Y
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