Video Camera Recorder h

3-810-917-13(1)

CCD-TR78/TR88/TR98

Operation Manual

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

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. CCD-				Model No. AC-
Serial No.				Serial No.

CCD-TR98

CCD-TR78/TR88/TR98 3-810-917-13.E

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Sony CCD-TR88, CCD-TR78, CCD-TR98 operation manual Video Camera Recorder h

Contents

Video Camera Recorder h Welcome to video h For the Customers in the U.S.A Table of Contents Precaution on Copyright Using This ManualPrecautions on Camcorder Care Before You Begin Checking Supplied Accessories Charging the Battery Pack Charging and Installing the Battery PackGetting Started Charging Time To Remove the Battery Pack Battery Life Installing the Battery Pack Charging and Installing the Battery Pack To Eject the Cassette Inserting a CassetteTo Prevent Accidental Erasure Basic Operations Camera RecordingTo Stop Recording Momentarily a To Finish Recording b CCD-TR78/TR88 CCD-TR98 To Focus the Viewfinder LensRecording with the START/STOP button depressed Shooting scenery in several short takes Camera Recording When moving from indoors to outdoors or vice versa When 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 Shooting To Begin Re-recording Checking the Recorded Picture Connections for Playback Connecting Directly to a TVIf a VCR is connected to a TV To Connect a TV or a VCR without Video/Audio Input Jacks Playing Back a Tape Various Playback Modes Playing Back a TapeTo view a still picture playback pause To locate a scene Picture Search Using the House Current Using Alternative Power SourcesAdvanced Operations Using the Battery Case Using Alternative Power SourcesTo remove the adaptor Model Typical recording time Continuous recording time To remove the battery case Using a Car BatteryRecording with the Date or Time To Stop Recording with the Date or Time To Turn On the Built-in Light Automatically Using the Built-in Light Replacing the Bulb Selecting the Best Mode Using the Program AE FunctionUsing the Program AE Function ŒSports mode Twilight mode After Shooting Shooting with BacklightingThis function is also effective under following conditions To Extend the Recording Time in 5 SEC Mode Selecting the START/STOP Mode To Superimpose from the Beginning Superimposing a TitleTo Superimpose On the Way of Recording Using the Steady Shot Function Using the Steady Shot FunctionTo Release the Steady Shot CCD-TR88/TR98 only Selecting 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 Camcorder Changing the Lithium Battery Changing the Lithium Battery in the Camcorder To Correct the Date and Time Setting Resetting the Date and TimeYear indicator changes as follows To Check the Date and Time Preparing the Battery Pack Tips for Using the Battery PackWhen to Replace the Battery Playback Modes Tips for Using the Battery Pack After Long Storage Brand-new BatteryBe Sure to Observe the Following If battery leakage occurred How to Prevent Moisture Condensation Maintenance Information and PrecautionsMoisture Condensation Inside the Camcorder Video Head Cleaning Removing Dust from inside the Viewfinder Maintenance Information and PrecautionsTo Reattach the Eyecup CCD-TR78/TR88 only Precautions Power Sources Using Your Camcorder AbroadDifference in Color Systems Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions PowerTrouble Check Camcorder Picture Trouble CheckOthers When the Charge Lamp Flashes AC Power AdaptorWhen the Charge lamp Video Camera Recorder Specifications Storage 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 Parts Attaching the shoulder strap Remote CommanderTransmitter Using the Remote Commander Preparing the Remote CommanderTo avoid damage from possible battery leakage To enter Demo mode Remote Control DirectionTo exit Demo mode To Watch the Demonstration Operation Indicators Battery Remaining O, P K, LV, W, X, Y