Sony CCD-TR88 Trouble Check, Camcorder, Power, Operation, Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions

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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 Actions
The power is not on.	• The battery pack is not attached or not attached firmly.
	mAttach the battery pack firmly by pushing the lower part of
	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.19)
The power goes off.	• While being operated in CAMERA mode, the camcorder has
	been in the Standby mode for more than 5 minutes.
	mTurn STANDBY down once and turn it up again. (p.11)
	• The battery is dead.
	mUse a charged battery pack. (p.6)
The battery pack is quickly	• The ambient temperature is too low. (p.34)
discharged.	• 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.35)

Operation

Symptom	Cause and/or Corrective Actions
START/STOP does not		• The tape is stuck to the drum.
operate.		mEject the cassette. (p.9)
		• The tape has run out.
		mRewind the tape or use a new one. (p.17)
		• The POWER switch is set to PLAYER.
		mSet to CAMERA. (p.10)
		• The tab on cassette is out (red).
		mUse a new cassette or slide the tab. (p.9)
The cassette cannot be		• The battery is dead.
removed from the holder.		mUse a charged battery pack or the AC power adaptor. (p.6, 19)
No function except for		• Moisture condensation has occurred.
cassette ejection works.		mRemove the cassette and leave the camcorder for at least an
		hour. (p.38)
The tape does not move when		• The POWER switch is set to CAMERA or OFF.
a tape transport button is		mSet it to PLAYER. (p.17)
pressed.		• The tape has run out.
		mRewind the tape or use a new one. (p.17)

Abroad/Trouble Check	Maintenance Information
	and Precautions/Using Your Camcorder

(to be continued)

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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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