Sony CCD-TR311 Connections for playback, Using the AV cordless IR receiver CCD-TR414/TR940 only

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Connections for playback

If your TV or VCR is a monaural type

CCD-TR940 only

Connect only the white plug for audio on both the camcorder and the TV or the VCR. With this connection, the sound is monaural even in stereo model.

To connect to a TV or VCR without Video/Audio input jacks

Use an RFU adaptor (not supplied).

Using the AV cordless IR receiver

CCD-TR414/TR940 only

Once you connect the AV cordless IR receiver (not supplied) having the LASER LINK mark to your TV or VCR, you can easily view the picture on your TV. For details, refer to the operating instruction of the AV cordless IR receiver.

LASER LINK is a system which transmits and receives a picture and sound between video equipment having the mark by using infrared rays.

LASER LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

To play back on a TV

(1) After connecting your TV and AV cordless IR receiver, set the POWER switch on the AV cordless IR receiver to ON.

(2) Set the POWER switch on the camcorder to VTR/PLAYER.

(3) Turn the TV on and set the TV/VCR selector on the TV to VCR.

(4) Press LASER LINK. The lamp of the LASER LINK button lights up.

(5) Press ( on the camcorder to start playback.

(6) Point the LASER LINK emitter at the AV cordless IR receiver.

To cancel the LASER LINK function

Press LASER LINK.

If you use a Sony TV

•You can turn on the TV automatically when you press the LASER LINK or (button. To do so, set the AUTO TV ON to ON in the menu system and turn the TV’s main switch on, then do either of the following;

•Point the LASER LINK emitter towards the TV’s remote sensor and press LASER LINK.

•Turn on the LASER LINK button and press (.

•You can switch the video input of the TV automatically to the one which the AV cordless IR receiver is connected. To do so, set the AUTO TV ON to ON and the TV INPUT to the same video input (1,2,3) in the menu system. With some models, However the picture and sound may be disconnected momentarily when the video input is switched.

•The above feature may not work with some TV models.

Note

When LASER LINK is activated (the LASER LINK button is lit), the camcorder consumes power. Press and turn off the LASER LINK button when it is not needed.

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Contents Video Camera Recorder Welcome Table of contents Using this manual Types of differencesUsing this manual Precaution on copyrightPrecautions on camcorder care Operational for effective useChecking supplied accessories Wireless Remote Commander 1 pAC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor 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 packBattery life Charging timeCCD-TR311/TR414 CCD-TR413To remove the battery pack To 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 lensCamera recording Zooming speed Variable speed zooming Using the zoom featureWhen you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoom CCD-TR940 only Selecting the START/STOP modeTo extend the recording time in 5SEC 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 Not supplied Connections for playbackCCD-TR311/TR413/TR414 Using the AV cordless IR receiver CCD-TR414/TR940 only To cancel the Laser Link functionConnections for playback To play back on a TVPlaying back a tape Using the remote commanderTo display the viewfinder screen indicators on the TV Using headphones CCD-TR940 only Playing back a tapeTo locate a scene picture search To view the picture at 1/5 speed slow playbackUsing alternative power sources Using the house currentTo remove the car battery charger Using alternative power sourcesUsing a car battery Changing the mode settings PlayerChanging the mode settings Items for Camera mode only Items for VTR/PLAYER mode only Following settings work only during playbackHiFi Sound STEREO/1/2 CCD-TR940 only TBC* ON/OFF CCD-TR940 onlyAfter shooting To make a fine adjustmentShooting with backlighting Using the Fader function CCD-TR940 only Selecting the fader functionFader mosaic Bounce Fade in onlyUsing the Fader function Using the fader function When fading in aWhen fading out b When you use the bounce functionTo cancel the NightShot function Using the NightShot lightShooting in the dark NightShot CCD-TR940 onlyUsing the wide mode function Selecting the desired modeFull FullUsing the wide mode function Using the wide mode functionTo cancel wide mode To watch the tape recorded in wide modeUsing the Program AE function Selecting the best modeTo turn off program AE Using the Program AE functionUsing the Program AE function Focusing manually CCD-TR940 only When to use manual focusFocusing manually Focusing manuallyTo return to autofocus mode To record a very distant subjectEnjoying picture effect Selecting picture effectTo turn off picture effect Using picture effect functionEnjoying picture effect Adjusting the exposure CCD-TR940 only When to adjust the exposureAdjusting the exposure To return to automatic exposure modeAdjusting the exposure When you adjust the exposure manuallyShooting with the sun behind you Shooting in the darkSuperimposing a title Superimposing titlesTo select the language of preset title Superimposing a titleTo superimpose the title from beginning To superimpose the title while you are recordingMaking your own titles Recording with the date/time Making your own titlesTo edit a title you have stored To delete a titleOptimizing the recording condition Each time you insert the cassetteUsing the built-in light To stop using the built-in lightCCD-TR413/TR414/TR940 only 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 stop recording Recording from a VCR or TVTo check the picture from a VCR or TV before recording Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Changing the lithium batteryResetting the date and time To correct the date and time settingTo check the preset date and time Year changes as followsSimple setting of clock by time difference What is Video 8 /Video Hi8 ? When you play backUsable cassettes and playback modes Selecting cassette typesTips 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 Battery pack heats upLife of the battery pack Charging temperatureTo obtain more accurate remaining battery indication What is InfoLITHIUMHow the battery consumption is displayed Maintenance information and precautions Maintenance information and precautions Removing dust from inside the viewfinderTo reattach the eyecup CCD-TR311 onlyPrecautions Camcorder operation Built-in lightOn handling tapes Camcorder careAC power adaptor If battery leakage occurredDifference in color systems Using your camcorder abroadPower sources Camcorder SymptomTrouble check Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions Trouble checkPicture Five-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Actions Self-diagnosis displayViewfinder Specifications Video camera recorderLens cover Power switch p Lithium battery compartment pIdentifying the parts Editsearch button pIdentifying the parts @¥ Program AE dial p @» Eyecup #¼ Picture Effect button p #ª Menu button p#£ Viewfinder lens adjustment ring #¥ START/STOP button p #» Standby switch p#¢ Battery mounting surface $¼ Hook for shoulder strap pVIDEO/AUDIO jacks p Additional informationTransmitter Remote CommanderTo prepare the Remote Commander To avoid damage from possible battery leakage To enter demo modeTo exit demo mode Attaching the shoulder strapOperation indicators Viewfinder Display window Exposure indicator CCD-TR940 only p /Zoom indicator pSteady Shot off indicator CCD-TR414/TR940 only p @ª Full charge indicator pTape has run out Battery is weak or deadTape is near the end Index