Video Camera Recorder | Sony CCD-TR57 instruction

Video Camera

Recorder

CCD-TR940/TR917

Operating Instructions

Owner’s Record

CCD-TR57/TR67/TR87/TR97

3-861-898-14(1)

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

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-TR

Model No. AC-L

Model No. CCD-TR

Model No. AC-L

Serial No.

Serial No.

Serial No.

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Sony CCD-TR57 operating instructions Video Camera Recorder, CCD-TR940/TR917

Contents

CCD-TR940/TR917 Video Camera Recorder Welcome Disposal of Lithium ION Battery Dispose of ProperlyFor the customers in the U.S.A For the customers in Canada 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 Size AA R6 battery for Remote Checking supplied accessoriesAC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor V connecting cable 1 p Installing the battery pack Installing and charging the battery packBatt Release Charging the battery pack Installing and charging the battery pack Charging time Battery lifeCCD-TR57/TR67 CCD-TR87/TR97 To remove the battery pack To eject the cassette Inserting a cassetteTo prevent accidental erasure 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 mode 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-TR57/TR67/TR87/TR97 Connections for playbackCCD-TR917/TR940 Not supplied Connections for playback To cancel the Laser Link functionTo play back on a TV To display the viewfinder screen indicators on the TV Using the remote commanderPlaying back a tape CCD-TR67/TR87/TR97/TR917/TR940 only Playing back a tape Using headphones CCD-TR917/TR940 onlyTo locate a scene picture search To view the picture at 1/5 speed slow playback Using the house current Using alternative power sourcesPrecaution Using alkaline batteries Using alternative power sources To remove the car battery charger Using a car battery Player Changing the mode settings REC MODE* SP/LP Changing the mode settingsBEEP* ON/OFF Items for Camera mode only World Time Items for VTR/PLAYER mode onlyREC LAMP* ON/OFF Edit ON/OFF Shooting with backlighting To make a fine adjustmentAfter shooting CCD-TR97/TR917/TR940 only CCD-TR97/TR917/TR940 only Selecting the fader function Using the Fader functionFader Monotone 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-TR97/TR917/TR940 only Selecting the desired mode Using the wide mode functionFull 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-TR97/TR917/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 effectSepia Enjoying picture effect Using picture effect functionTo turn off picture effect CCD-TR97/TR917/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-TR67/TR87/TR97/TR917/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 CCD-TR917/TR940 only Recording from a VCR or TVTo check the picture from a VCR or TV before recording To stop recording Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Changing the lithium battery Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Setup Menu Isetup Menu Clock SET Auto Date Auto TV on Additional information 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 How to prevent moisture condensation Maintenance information and precautionsMoisture condensation Inside the camcorder Video head cleaning Maintenance information and precautionsPrecautions Camcorder operation Built-in light If battery leakage occurred AC power adaptorOn handling tapes Camcorder care 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 Mass Approx Specifications Lithium battery compertment p Lens cover Power switch pIdentifying the parts Video control buttons p p Stop stop @¤ Control dial p Identifying the parts @ #ª $¤ VIDEO/AUDIO jacks p # Eject switch p #¥ Lanc l control jack 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 Steady Shot off indicator CCD-TR87/TR97/TR917/TR940 only p Operation indicators Viewfinder Display window@Á Full charge indicator p Tape is near the end Battery is weak or deadTape has run out Index