Sony CCD-TR311 operating instructions To remove the battery pack

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Installing and charging the battery pack

CCD-TR940

Battery	NP-F330		NP-F530	NP-F550	NP-F730	NP-F750	NP-F930	NP-F950
pack	(supplied)		NP-F530	NP-F550	NP-F730	NP-F750	NP-F930	NP-F950

Continuous
recording	125	(110)	215 (190)	250 (220)	430 (385)	510 (460)	680 (610)	780 (700)
time*

Typical
recording	65	(55)	110 (100)	130 (115)	225 (200)	270 (240)	360 (320)	410 (370)
time**

Numbers in parentheses indicate the time when you use a normally charged battery. Battery life will be shorter if you use the camcorder in a cold environment.

*Approximate continuous recording time at 25°C (77°F).

**Approximate minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/stop, zooming and turning the power on/off. The actual battery life may be shorter.

Note on remaining battery time indication during recording

Remaining battery time is displayed in the viewfinder. However, the indication may not be displayed properly, depending on using conditions and circumstances.

To remove the battery pack

While pressing BATT RELEASE, slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow.

BATT RELEASE

You can look at the demonstration of the functions available with this camcorder (p. 27).

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Contents Video Camera Recorder Welcome Table of contents Using this manual Types of differencesPrecautions on camcorder care Using this manualPrecaution on copyright Operational for effective useAC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor Checking supplied accessoriesWireless Remote Commander 1 p V connecting cable 1 p *for stereo model Shoulder strap 1 pInstalling and charging the battery pack Installing the battery packInstalling and charging the battery pack Charging the battery packCCD-TR311/TR414 Battery lifeCharging time CCD-TR413To remove the battery pack To eject the cassette Inserting a cassetteTo prevent accidental erasure Camera recording CameraTo finish recording b Camera recordingTo stop recording momentarily a To focus the viewfinder lensCamera recording When you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoom Using the zoom featureZooming speed Variable speed zooming To extend the recording time in 5SEC mode Selecting the START/STOP modeCCD-TR940 only Hints for better shooting Place the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripodTo stop playback Checking the recorded pictureTo begin re-recording CCD-TR311/TR413/TR414 Connections for playbackNot supplied Connections for playback Using the AV cordless IR receiver CCD-TR414/TR940 onlyTo cancel the Laser Link function To play back on a TVTo display the viewfinder screen indicators on the TV Using the remote commanderPlaying back a tape To locate a scene picture search Using headphones CCD-TR940 onlyPlaying back a tape To view the picture at 1/5 speed slow playbackUsing alternative power sources Using the house currentUsing a car battery Using alternative power sourcesTo remove the car battery charger Changing the mode settings PlayerChanging the mode settings Items for Camera mode only HiFi Sound STEREO/1/2 CCD-TR940 only Items for VTR/PLAYER mode onlyFollowing settings work only during playback TBC* ON/OFF CCD-TR940 onlyShooting with backlighting To make a fine adjustmentAfter shooting Fader mosaic Using the Fader functionCCD-TR940 only Selecting the fader function Bounce Fade in onlyWhen fading out b Using the Fader functionUsing the fader function When fading in a When you use the bounce functionShooting in the dark NightShot To cancel the NightShot functionUsing the NightShot light CCD-TR940 onlyFull Using the wide mode functionSelecting the desired mode FullTo cancel wide mode Using the wide mode functionUsing the wide mode function To watch the tape recorded in wide modeUsing the Program AE function Selecting the best modeUsing the Program AE function Using the Program AE functionTo turn off program AE Focusing manually CCD-TR940 only When to use manual focusTo return to autofocus mode Focusing manuallyFocusing manually To record a very distant subjectEnjoying picture effect Selecting picture effectEnjoying picture effect Using picture effect functionTo turn off picture effect Adjusting the exposure Adjusting the exposureCCD-TR940 only When to adjust the exposure To return to automatic exposure modeShooting with the sun behind you Adjusting the exposureWhen you adjust the exposure manually Shooting in the darkSuperimposing a title Superimposing titlesTo superimpose the title from beginning To select the language of preset titleSuperimposing a title To superimpose the title while you are recordingMaking your own titles To edit a title you have stored Recording with the date/timeMaking your own titles To delete a titleOptimizing the recording condition Each time you insert the cassetteCCD-TR413/TR414/TR940 only Using the built-in lightTo stop using the built-in light To turn on the built-in light automaticallyUsing the built-in light Replacing the bulbReleasing the Steady Shot function To activate the Steady Shot function againEditing onto another tape To check the picture from a VCR or TV before recording Recording from a VCR or TVTo stop recording Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Changing the lithium batteryTo check the preset date and time Resetting the date and timeTo correct the date and time setting Year changes as followsSimple setting of clock by time difference Usable cassettes and playback modes What is Video 8 /Video Hi8 ?When you play back Selecting cassette typesTo save battery power Tips for using the battery packBattery life is shorter in a cold environment When to replace the battery packLife of the battery pack Tips for using the battery packBattery pack heats up Charging temperatureHow the battery consumption is displayed What is InfoLITHIUMTo obtain more accurate remaining battery indication Maintenance information and precautions To reattach the eyecup Maintenance information and precautionsRemoving dust from inside the viewfinder CCD-TR311 onlyOn handling tapes Precautions Camcorder operationBuilt-in light Camcorder careAC power adaptor If battery leakage occurredPower sources Using your camcorder abroadDifference in color systems Trouble check SymptomCamcorder Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions Trouble checkPicture Viewfinder Self-diagnosis displayFive-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Actions Specifications Video camera recorderIdentifying the parts Lens cover Power switch pLithium battery compartment p Editsearch button pIdentifying the parts @¥ Program AE dial p @» Eyecup #¼ Picture Effect button p #ª Menu button p#¢ Battery mounting surface #£ Viewfinder lens adjustment ring #¥ START/STOP button p#» Standby switch p $¼ Hook for shoulder strap pVIDEO/AUDIO jacks p Additional informationTo prepare the Remote Commander Remote CommanderTransmitter To exit demo mode To avoid damage from possible battery leakageTo enter demo mode Attaching the shoulder strapSteady Shot off indicator CCD-TR414/TR940 only p Operation indicators Viewfinder Display windowExposure indicator CCD-TR940 only p /Zoom indicator p @ª Full charge indicator pTape is near the end Battery is weak or deadTape has run out Index