For the operation, see “To set the timecode” on page 61.
3 Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to R-RUN.
4 Press the REC button, and check that recording starts and that the timecode indication in the time counter display section changes.
5 Press the REC button again, and check that recording stops and that the timecode indication stops changing.
6 Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to F-RUN, and check that the timecode indication starts changing
Maintenance
Set the timecode.
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Set the user bits as required.
For the operation, see “To set the user bits” on page 62.
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(6) Checking the user bit and timecode functions
Aim the microphones at a sound source.
Set the AUDIO IN switches to REAR.
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5 Check that the audio level meters in the LCD monitor, and the audio level indications in the viewfinder change with the volume of the sound.
Set the input selection switches as follows.
• If the connected microphone is of the internal power supply type, set the switch to OFF.
• If the connected microphone is of the external power supply type, set the switch to +48V.
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(4) Testing the earphone and speaker
1 Turn the MONITOR knob and check that the speaker volume changes accordingly.
2 Connect an earphone to the front or rear EARPHONE jack.
Check that the speaker sound is cut off and that you can hear the sound from the microphone in the earphone.
3 Turn the MONITOR knob and check that the earphone volume changes accordingly.
(5) Testing external microphones
1 Connect external microphones to the AUDIO IN CH- 1 and CH-2 connectors.

Appendix

again and continues to change even when you restart recording and stop recording again.

7 Set the COUNTER/CHAPTER button to U-BIT, and check that the user bits data that was set is displayed.

MaintenanceCleaning the viewfinder

Use a dust blower to clean the CRT screen and mirror inside the viewfinder barrel.

Clean the lens and protecting filter with a commercially available lens cleaner.

Note About the Battery Terminal

The battery terminal of this unit (the connector for battery packs and AC adaptors) is a consumable part.

The unit may not operate properly if the pins of the battery terminal are bent or deformed by shock or vibrations, or if they become corroded due to prolonged outdoor use.

If you notice bending, deformation, or surface corrosion, contact your dealer or a Sony service representative as soon as possible to have the battery terminal replaced. Periodic inspections are recommended to keep the unit working properly and to prolong its usable lifetime. Contact your dealer or a Sony service representative for more information about inspections.

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