Sony CCD-TR311 operating instructions Picture

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Trouble check

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Symptom	Cause and/or Corrective Actions
The image on the viewfinder screen	• The viewfinder lens is not adjusted.
is not clear.	mAdjust the viewfinder lens. (p. 13)

A vertical band appears when a	• The contrast between the subject and background is too
subject such as lights or a candle	high. The camcorder is not malfunctioning.
flame is shot against a dark	mChange locations.
background.

A vertical band appears when	• The camcorder is not malfunctioning.
shooting a very bright subject.

The playback picture is not clear.

•EDIT is set to ON in the menu system. mSet it to OFF. (p. 25)

The picture is “noisy”.	• The video heads may be dirty.
	mClean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLH/V8-25CLD
	cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p. 61)

An unknown picture is displayed in the viewfinder.

•If 10 minutes elapse after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA without inserting a cassette, the camcorder automatically starts the demonstration or DEMO is set ON in the menu system.

mInsert the cassette and the demonstration stops. You can deactivate the demonstration. (p. 25)

The five digit code appears.

• The self-diagnosis function is activated.

mCheck the code and solve the problem. (p. 69)

Others

Symptom

Cause and/or Corrective Actions

The supplied Remote Commander does not work. (CCD-TR413/ TR414/TR940 only)

•COMMANDER is set to OFF in the menu system. mSet it to ON. (p. 25)

•Something is blocking the infrared rays.

mRemove the obstacle.

•The batteries are not inserted with the correct polarity.

mInsert the batteries with the correct polarity. (p. 76)

•The batteries are dead.

mInsert new ones. (p. 76)

The beep sounds for 5 seconds.

• Moisture condensation has occurred.

mRemove the cassette and leave the camcorder for at least 1 hour. (p. 61)

•Some troubles occure in your camcorder.

mRemove the cassette and insert it again, then operate the camcorder.

Picture is recorded in incorrect/	• NIGHTSHOT is set to ON.
unnatural color. (CCD-TR940 only)	mSet it to OFF. (p. 32)
There is dust in the viewfinder.	• Detach the eyecup and clean the viewfinder lens. (p.62)
(CCD-TR311 only)

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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