Video Camera Recorder | Sony CCD-TR311 instruction

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Video Camera

Recorder

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.

CCD-TR940

CCD-TR940

CCD-TR311/TR413/TR414

©1998 by Sony Corporation

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Sony CCD-TR311 operating instructions Video Camera Recorder

Contents

Video Camera Recorder Welcome Table of contents Types of differences Using this manual Precaution on copyright Using this manualPrecautions on camcorder care Operational for effective use Wireless Remote Commander 1 p Checking supplied accessoriesAC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor V connecting cable 1 p *for stereo model Shoulder strap 1 p Installing the battery pack Installing and charging the battery pack Charging the battery pack Installing and charging the battery pack Charging time Battery lifeCCD-TR311/TR414 CCD-TR413 To remove the battery pack To eject the cassette Inserting a cassetteTo prevent accidental erasure Camera Camera recording To stop recording momentarily a Camera recordingTo finish recording b To focus the viewfinder lens Camera 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 Place the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripod Hints for better shooting To stop playback Checking the recorded pictureTo begin re-recording CCD-TR311/TR413/TR414 Connections for playbackNot supplied To cancel the Laser Link function Using the AV cordless IR receiver CCD-TR414/TR940 onlyConnections for playback To play back on a TV To display the viewfinder screen indicators on the TV Using the remote commanderPlaying back a tape Playing back a tape Using headphones CCD-TR940 onlyTo locate a scene picture search To view the picture at 1/5 speed slow playback Using the house current Using alternative power sources Using a car battery Using alternative power sourcesTo remove the car battery charger Player Changing the mode settings Changing the mode settings Items for Camera mode only Following settings work only during playback Items for VTR/PLAYER mode onlyHiFi Sound STEREO/1/2 CCD-TR940 only TBC* ON/OFF CCD-TR940 only Shooting with backlighting To make a fine adjustmentAfter shooting CCD-TR940 only Selecting the fader function Using the Fader functionFader mosaic Bounce Fade in only Using the fader function When fading in a Using the Fader functionWhen fading out b When you use the bounce function Using the NightShot light To cancel the NightShot functionShooting in the dark NightShot CCD-TR940 only Selecting the desired mode Using the wide mode functionFull Full Using the wide mode function Using the wide mode functionTo cancel wide mode To watch the tape recorded in wide mode Selecting the best mode Using the Program AE function Using the Program AE function Using the Program AE functionTo turn off program AE CCD-TR940 only When to use manual focus Focusing manually Focusing manually Focusing manuallyTo return to autofocus mode To record a very distant subject Selecting picture effect Enjoying picture effect Enjoying picture effect Using picture effect functionTo turn off picture effect CCD-TR940 only When to adjust the exposure Adjusting the exposureAdjusting the exposure To return to automatic exposure mode When you adjust the exposure manually Adjusting the exposureShooting with the sun behind you Shooting in the dark Superimposing titles Superimposing a title Superimposing a title To select the language of preset titleTo superimpose the title from beginning To superimpose the title while you are recording Making your own titles Making your own titles Recording with the date/timeTo edit a title you have stored To delete a title Each time you insert the cassette Optimizing the recording condition To stop using the built-in light Using the built-in lightCCD-TR413/TR414/TR940 only To turn on the built-in light automatically Replacing the bulb Using the built-in light To activate the Steady Shot function again Releasing the Steady Shot function Editing 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 Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder To correct the date and time setting Resetting the date and timeTo check the preset date and time Year changes as follows Simple setting of clock by time difference When you play back What is Video 8 /Video Hi8 ?Usable cassettes and playback modes Selecting cassette types Battery life is shorter in a cold environment Tips for using the battery packTo save battery power When to replace the battery pack Battery pack heats up Tips for using the battery packLife of the battery pack Charging temperature How the battery consumption is displayed What is InfoLITHIUMTo obtain more accurate remaining battery indication Maintenance information and precautions Removing dust from inside the viewfinder Maintenance information and precautionsTo reattach the eyecup CCD-TR311 only Built-in light Precautions Camcorder operationOn handling tapes Camcorder care If battery leakage occurred AC power adaptor Power sources Using your camcorder abroadDifference in color systems Trouble check SymptomCamcorder Trouble check Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions Picture Viewfinder Self-diagnosis displayFive-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Actions Video camera recorder Specifications Lithium battery compartment p Lens cover Power switch pIdentifying the parts Editsearch button p Identifying the parts #ª Menu button p @¥ Program AE dial p @» Eyecup #¼ Picture Effect button p #» Standby switch p #£ Viewfinder lens adjustment ring #¥ START/STOP button p#¢ Battery mounting surface $¼ Hook for shoulder strap p Additional information VIDEO/AUDIO jacks p To prepare the Remote Commander Remote CommanderTransmitter To enter demo mode To avoid damage from possible battery leakageTo exit demo mode Attaching the shoulder strap Exposure indicator CCD-TR940 only p /Zoom indicator p Operation indicators Viewfinder Display windowSteady Shot off indicator CCD-TR414/TR940 only p @ª Full charge indicator p Tape is near the end Battery is weak or deadTape has run out Index