3-865-332-62 (1) Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam camcorder. With your Handycam, you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use. You will soon be producing home video that you can enjoy for years to come. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.
Table of contents Before you begin Getting started Installing and charging the battery pack .................................................... 6 Inserting a cassette ................................ 10 – for playback/editing – Editing onto another tape .................... 48 Before you begin Using this manual ................................... 4 Checking supplied accessories .............. 5 Making your own titles ........................ 43 Recording with the date/time ............
Before you begin Using this manual The instructions in this manual are for the three models listed below. Before you start reading this manual and operating the unit, check your model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder. The CCD-TR516 is the model used for illustration purposes. Otherwise, the model name is indicated in the illustrations. Any differences in operation are clearly indicated in the text, for example, “CCD-TR516 only.
Checking supplied accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 2 4 5 3 6 7 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 72) CCD-TR516 only 5 R6 (Size AA) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 72) CCD-TR516 only 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 7, 21) 6 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 18) 3 NP-F330 battery pack (1) (p. 6, 21) Before you begin 1 7 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 73) 4 CR2025 lithium battery (1) (p.
Getting started Installing and charging the battery pack Before using your camcorder, you first need to install and charge the battery pack. This camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L series). “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony corporation. Installing the battery pack Install the battery pack in the direction of the $ mark on the battery pack. Slide the battery pack down until it catches on the battery release lever and clicks. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder securely.
Installing and charging the battery pack Charging the battery pack Charge the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration. The battery pack is charged a little in the factory. When the remaining battery indicator becomes ı, normal charge is completed. For full charge, which allows you to use the battery longer than usual, leave the battery pack attached for about 1 hour after normal charge is completed until FULL appears in the display window.
Installing and charging the battery pack Charging time Battery pack (NP-) F330 (supplied) F530 F550 F730 F750 F930 F950 150 (90) 210 (150) 300 (240) 390 (330) Charging time* (min.) The time required for a normal charge is indicated in parentheses. * Approximate minutes to charge an empty battery pack using the supplied AC power adaptor. (Lower temperatures require a longer charging time.
Installing and charging the battery pack Note on remaining battery time indication during recording Remaining battery time is displayed in the viewfinder. However, the indication may not be displayed properly, depending on using conditions and circumstances. To remove the battery pack While pressing BATT RELEASE, slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow. Getting started BATT RELEASE You can look at the demonstration of the functions available with this camcorder (p. 25).
Inserting a cassette Make sure that the power source is installed. When you want to record in the Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassette H (CCD-TR516 only). (1) While pressing the small blue button on the EJECT switch, slide it in the direction of the arrow. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens. (2) Insert a cassette with the window facing out. (3) Close the cassette compartment by pressing the “PUSH” mark on the cassette compartment. The cassette compartment automatically goes down.
Basic operations Camera recording Make sure that the power source is installed and a cassette is inserted and that the START/STOP MODE switch is set to . Before you record one-time events, you may want to make a trial recording to make sure that the camcorder is working correctly. When you use the camcorder for the first time, power on it and reset the date and time to your time before you start recording (p. 52).
Camera recording To stop recording momentarily [a] Press START/STOP again. The “STBY” indicator appears in the viewfinder (Standby mode). To finish recording [b] Press START/STOP again. Turn STANDBY down to LOCK and set the POWER switch to OFF. Then, eject the cassette. [b] [a] CK LO STBY 0:35:20 STA STA STA ND ND BY START/STOP CK LO CK LO BY START/STOP ND BY START/STOP Note Be sure to remove the battery pack from the camcorder after using.
Camera recording Notes on the tape counter •The tape counter indicates the recording or playback time. Use it as a guide. There will be a time lag of several seconds from the actual time. To set the counter to zero, press COUNTER RESET. •If the tape is recorded in SP and LP modes mixed, the tape counter shows incorrect recording time. When you intend to edit the tape using the tape counter as a guide, record in same (SP or LP) mode.
Camera recording Using the zoom feature Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the scene. For more professional-looking recordings, use the zoom function sparingly. “T” side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) “W” side: for wide-angle (subject appears further away) W T W T W T Zooming speed (Variable speed zooming) Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom, move it further for a faster zoom.
Camera recording Selecting the START/STOP mode Your camcorder has three modes. These modes enable you to take a series of quick shots resulting in a lively video. Basic operations (1) Set START/STOP MODE to the desired mode. : Recording starts when you press START/STOP, and stops when you press it again (factory setting). : The camcorder records only while you ANTI GROUND SHOOTING press down START/STOP so that you can avoid recording unnecessary scenes.
Hints for better shooting For hand-held shots, you’ll get better results by holding the camcorder according to the following suggestions: •Hold the camcorder firmly and secure it with the grip strap so that you can easily manipulate the controls with your thumb [a]. •Place your right elbow against your side. •Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it. Be sure to not touch the built-in microphone. •Place your eye firmly against the viewfinder eyecup.
Checking the recorded picture Using EDITSEARCH, you can review the last recorded scene or check the recorded picture in the viewfinder. 1 2 POWER CAMERA OFF PLAYER Basic operations (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to CAMERA. (2) Turn STANDBY up to STANDBY. (3) Press the – (Œ) side of EDITSEARCH momentarily; the last few seconds of the recorded portion play back (Rec Review). Hold down the – side of EDITSEARCH until the camcorder goes back to the scene you want.
Connections for playback Connect the camcorder to your TV or VCR to watch the playback picture on the TV screen. When monitoring the playback picture by connecting the camcorder to your TV, we recommend you to use house current for the power source. Connecting directly to a TV/VCR with Video/Audio input jacks When connecting the A/V connecting cable, make sure you connect the plug to jacks of the same color. Open the jack cover.
Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can also monitor the picture on a TV screen, after connecting the camcorder to a TV or VCR. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to PLAYER. (2) Insert the recorded tape with the window facing out. (3) Press 0 to rewind the tape. (4) Press ( to start playback. POWER CAMERA OFF PLAYER Basic operations 1 2 PLAY REW FF STOP PAUSE SLOW 3 REW DISPLAY 4 PLAY To stop playback, press p.
Playing back a tape Various playback modes To view a still picture (playback pause) Press P during playback. To resume playback, press P or (. To locate a scene (picture search) Keep pressing 0 or ) during playback. To resume normal playback, release the button. To monitor the high-speed picture while advancing the tape or rewinding (skip scan) Keep pressing 0 while rewinding or ) while advancing the tape. To resume normal playback, press (.
Advanced operations Using alternative power sources You can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack, house current and 12/24 V car battery. Choose the appropriate power source depending on where you want to use your camcorder.
Using alternative power sources Using the house current (1) Open the DC IN jack cover, and connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack on the camcorder. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. 1 2,3 2 3 WARNING The power cord must only be changed at a qualified service shop. PRECAUTION The set is not disconnected from the AC power source (house current) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the set itself has been turned off.
Changing the mode settings You can change the mode settings in the menu system to further enjoy the features and functions of the camcorder. 1 MENU CAMERA PLAYER CAMERA SET D ZOOM 16 : 9WIDE STEADYSHOT N. S. LIGHT PLAYER SET EDIT [MENU] : END [MENU] : END 2 CAMERA SET D ZOOM 16 : 9WIDE OTHERS WORLD TIME BEEP COMMANDER REC LAMP OTHERS WORLD TIME BEEP COMMANDER REC LAMP RETURN 3 OTHERS WORLD TIME BEEP Advanced operations (1) Press MENU to display the menu.
Changing the mode settings Note on changing the mode setting Menu items differ depending on the setting of the POWER switch to PLAYER or CAMERA. Selecting the mode setting of each item Items for both CAMERA and PLAYER modes Ò REMAIN* •Select AUTO when you want to display the remaining tape bar: – for about 8 seconds after the camcorder turns on and calculates the remainder of the tape. – for about 8 seconds after a cassette is inserted and the camcorder calculates the remainder of the tape.
Changing the mode settings REC MODE* •Select SP when recording in SP (standard play) mode. •Select LP when recording in LP (long play) mode. When a tape recorded on this camcorder in LP mode is played back on other types of 8 mm camcorders or VCRs, the playback quality may not be as good as that on this camcorder. Note on the REC mode – CCD-TR516 only When you record tapes in LP mode, the picture is not recorded in the Hi8 system, but in the standard 8 mm system. CLOCK SET* Reset the date or time.
Changing the mode settings WORLD TIME* Select this item to set the clock by a time difference. REC LAMP* •Select OFF when you do not want the camera recording/battery lamp at the front of the unit to light up. •Normally select ON. Items for PLAYER mode only EDIT •Select ON to minimize picture deterioration when editing. •Normally select OFF. The EDIT setting works only during playback.
Shooting with backlighting When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the BACK LIGHT function. Press BACK LIGHT. The c indicator appears in the viewfinder. [a] Advanced operations [b] BACK LIGHT [a] Subject is too dark because of backlight. [b] Subject becomes bright with backlight compensation. After shooting Be sure to release this adjustment condition by pressing BACK LIGHT again. The c indicator disappears.
Using the FADER function Selecting the fader function You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. When the picture fades in, the sound gradually increases. When the picture fades out, the sound gradually decreases. [a] STBY REC FADER M.FADER (mosaic) BOUNCE (FADE IN only) [b] STBY REC MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black and white to color. When fading out, the picture gradually changes from color to black and white.
Using the FADER function Using the fader function When fading in [a] (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press FADER until the desired fade indicator flashes. (2) Press START/STOP to start recording. The fade indicator stops flashing. When fading out [b] The fading mode selected last is indicated first of all. 1 2 FADER FADER CK LO M.FADER MONOTONE STA BOUNCE Advanced operations (1) During recording, press FADER until the desired fade indicator flashes.
Shooting in the dark (NightShot) The NightShot function enables you to shoot a subject in a dark place. You can achieve a satisfactory recording of the ecology of nocturnal animals for observation with this function. NightShot light emitter ON OFF (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON. (2) Press START/STOP to start recording. and “NIGHTSHOT” indicators flash. To cancel the NightShot function Slide NIGHTSHOT to OFF. Using the NightShot light When you set N.S.
Using the wide mode function Selecting the desired mode You can record a cinemalike picture (CINEMA) or a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9 FULL). [b] CINEMA [c] Advanced operations CINEMA [a] [e] 16:9 FULL [d] 16:9 FULL [f] CINEMA Black bands appear at the top and the bottom of the screen, and the viewfinder [a] and a normal TV screen [b] look wide. You can also watch the picture without black bands on a wide-screen TV [c].
Using the wide mode function Using the wide mode function You can select the wide mode (OFF, CINEMA, 16:9FULL) in the menu system (p. 24). To cancel wide mode Select OFF in the menu system. To watch the tape recorded in wide mode To watch the tape recorded in CINEMA mode, set the screen mode of the wide-screen TV to zoom mode. To watch the tape recorded in 16:9 FULL mode, set it to full mode. For details, refer to the operating instruction of your TV.
Using the PROGRAM AE function Selecting the best mode You can select one of six PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shooting situation, referring to the following. Advanced operations Spotlight mode For subjects in spotlight, such as at the theater or a formal event. a Soft Portrait mode For zooming in on a still subject in telephoto mode, or for a subject behind an obstacle such as a screen. Creates a soft background for subjects such as people or flowers, and faithfully reproduces skin color.
Using the PROGRAM AE function Using the PROGRAM AE function AUTO Turn the PROGRAM AE dial to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode. To turn off PROGRAM AE Turn the PROGRAM AE dial to the r position. Notes on focus setting •In the Spotlight, Sports lesson and Beach & Ski modes, you cannot take close-ups because the camcorder is set to focus only on subjects in the middle to far distance. •In the Sunset & Moon and Landscape modes, the camcorder is set to focus only on distant subjects.
Focusing manually When to use manual focus In the following cases you should obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually. [a] [b] [c] Advanced operations •Insufficient light [a] •Subjects with little contrast – walls, sky, etc. [b] •Too much brightness behind the subject [c] •Horizontal stripes [d] •Subjects through frosted glass •Subjects beyond nets, etc.
Focusing manually Focusing manually When focusing manually, first focus in telephoto before recording, and then reset the shot length. (1) Set FOCUS to MANUAL. The f indicator appears in the viewfinder. (2) Move the power zoom lever to the “T” side in the optical zoom zone until the lever reaches the end. (3) Turn the NEAR/FAR dial to achieve a sharp focus. (4) Set the desired shot length using the power zoom lever.
Enjoying picture effect Selecting picture effect You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on the TV. [a] [b] [c] [d] [e] [f] NEG. ART [b] The color and brightness of the picture is reversed. Advanced operations PASTEL [a] The contrast of the picture is emphasized, and the picture looks like an animated cartoon. SEPIA The picture is sepia. B&W The picture is monochrome (black and white).
Enjoying picture effect Using picture effect function (1) Press PICTURE EFFECT. (2) Turn the control dial to select the desired picture effect mode. 1 PICTURE EFFECT 2 PASTEL NEG. ART SEPIA B&W SOLARIZE MOSAIC SLIM STRETCH To turn off picture effect Press PICTURE EFFECT. The indicator in the viewfinder goes out. Note on the picture effect When you turn the power off, the camcorder returns automatically to normal mode.
Adjusting the exposure When to adjust the exposure Adjust the exposure manually under the following cases. [a] [b] Advanced operations [a] •The background is too bright (back lighting) •Insufficient light: most of the picture is dark [b] •Bright subject and dark background •To record the darkness faithfully Adjusting the exposure (1) Press EXPOSURE. (2) Turn the control dial to adjust the brightness. 1 EXPOSURE 2 – + – + To return to automatic exposure mode Press EXPOSURE again.
Adjusting the exposure Shooting with the sun behind your subject If the light source is behind your subject, or in the following situations, the subject will be recorded too dark. •The subject is indoors and there is a window behind the subject. •Bright light sources are included in the scene. •When shooting a person wearing white or shiny clothes in front of a white background, the face will be recorded too dark.
Superimposing a title You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles. You can also select the language, color, size and position of titles.
Superimposing a title To superimpose the title from beginning After step 7, press START/STOP to start recording. To superimpose the title while you are recording After pressing START/STOP to start recording, start from step 1. In this case, beep is not heard. To select the language of preset title When you want to select the language, select return to step 2. before step 2. Then select language and To use the custom title When you want to use the custom title, select in step 2.
Making your own titles You can make up to two titles and store them in the camcorder. We recommend to set the POWER switch to PLAYER or eject the cassette before you begin. Your title can have up to 20 characters.
Making your own titles To edit a title you have stored In step 3, select CUSTOM1 or CUSTOM2, depending on which title you want to edit, then change the title. Note You cannot enter over 20 characters title. If you take 5 minutes or longer to enter characters while a cassette is in the camcorder The power goes off automatically. Characters you have entered remain. Turn STANDBY down once and then up again, then proceed from step 1.
Optimizing the recording condition Use this feature to check the tape condition before recording, so that you can get the best possible picture (ORC). (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select Ò, then press the dial. (3) Turn the control dial to select ORC TO SET, then press the dial. “START/STOP KEY” flashes. (4) Press START/STOP. The camcorder takes about 5 – 10 seconds to check the tape condition and then returns to Standby mode.
Using the built-in light – CCD-TR516 only You can use the built-in light to suit your shooting situation. The recommended distance between the subject and camcorder is about 1.5 m. OFF AUTO ON LIGHT While the camcorder is in Standby mode, slide LIGHT to ON. The built-in light turns on. The built-in light turns on/off by turning on/off STANDBY. To stop using the built-in light Slide LIGHT to OFF. To turn on the built-in light automatically Slide LIGHT to AUTO.
Using the built-in light Replacing the bulb Use the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp (not supplied). The supplied halogen lamp is not on the market. Purchase the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp. Remove the power source before replacing the bulb. 1 2 Advanced operations (1) While pushing the hole under the built-in light unit using a wire, remove the unit. (2) Turn the bulb housing counterclockwise and detach from the built-in light unit. (3) Replace the bulb using a dry cloth.
Editing onto another tape You can create your own video program by editing with any other h 8 mm, H Hi8, mini DV, DV, j VHS, k S-VHS, VHSC, K S-VHSC or l Betamax VCR that has video/audio inputs. Before editing Connect the camcorder to the VCR using the supplied A/V connecting cable. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE, if available. Set EDIT to ON in the menu system (p. 26).
Additional information Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Your camcorder is supplied with a lithium battery installed. When the battery becomes weak or dead, the I indicator flashes in the viewfinder for about 5 seconds when you set the POWER switch to CAMERA. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 or Duracell DL-2025 lithium battery. Use of any other battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Changing the lithium battery When replacing the lithium battery, keep the battery pack or other power source attached. Otherwise, you will need to reset the date, time and other items in the menu system retained by the lithium battery. (1) Open the lid of the lithium battery compartment. (2) Push the lithium battery down once and pull it out from the holder. (3) Install the lithium battery with the positive (+) side facing out. Close the lid.
Resetting the date and time You can reset the date and time in the menu system. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. Turn the control dial to select , then press the dial. Turn the control dial to select CLOCK SET, then press the dial. Turn the control dial to adjust the desired year, then press the dial. Set the month, day, hour and minute by turning the control dial and pressing the dial. (6) Press MENU to erase the menu display.
Simple setting of clock by time difference You can easily set the clock for a local time by a time difference in the menu system. (1) While the camcorder is in the standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. , then press the dial. (2) Turn the control dial to select (3) Turn the control dial to select WORLD TIME, then press the dial. (4) Turn the control dial to set a time difference, and press the dial. The hour of clock changes in relation to a time difference which you set.
Usable cassettes and playback modes Selecting cassette types – CCD-TR516 only This Hi8 system is an extension of the standard 8 mm system, and was developed to realize higher picture quality. You can use either Hi8 or standard 8 mm video cassette for this camera. When you use a Hi8 video cassette, the recording is made in the Hi8 system. When you use a standard 8 mm video cassette, the recording is made in the standard 8 mm system. Standard 8 mm video cassette is incapable of recording in the Hi8 system.
Tips for using the battery pack This section shows you how you can get the most out of your battery pack. Preparing the battery pack Always carry additional batteries Have sufficient battery pack power to do 2 to 3 times as much recording as you have planned. Battery life is shorter in a cold environment Battery efficiency is decreased, and the battery will be used up more quickly, if you are recording in a cold environment.
Tips for using the battery pack Notes on the rechargeable battery pack Caution Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 60°C, such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight. The battery pack heats up During charging or recording, the battery pack heats up. This is caused by energy that has been generated and a chemical change that has occurred inside the battery pack. This is not cause for concern and is normal.
Tips for using the battery pack Notes on the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack What is “InfoLITHIUM” The “InfoLITHIUM” is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange data with compatible video equipment about its battery consumption. When you use this battery pack with video equipment having the mark, the video equipment will indicate the remaining battery time in minutes*. However, if you use it with video equipment not having this mark, the remaining battery capacity will not be indicated in minutes.
Maintenance information and precautions Moisture condensation If the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside the camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or the unit may not operate correctly. To prevent possible damage under these circumstances, the camcorder is furnished with moisture sensors. Please take the following precautions.
Maintenance information and precautions Video head cleaning To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. When the CLEANING CASSETTE” message appear one after another or v˚ indicator and “ playback pictures are “noisy” or hardly visible, the video heads may be dirty. [a] [b] [a] Slightly dirty [b] Very dirty If this happens, clean the video heads with the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (not supplied). After checking the picture, if it is still “noisy,” repeat the cleaning.
Maintenance information and precautions Removing dust from inside the viewfinder – CCD-TR315 only (1) Remove the screw with a screwdriver (not supplied). Then, while sliding the RELEASE knob, turn the eyecup in the direction of the arrow and pull it out. (2) Clean the surface with a blower sold on the market. 2 1 Additional information To reattach the eyecup (1) Align the groove on the eyecup with the • mark on the barrel. (2) Turn the eyecup in the direction of the arrow. Then replace the screw.
Maintenance information and precautions Precautions Camcorder operation •Operate the camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC power adaptor). •For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in this manual. •Should any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug the camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. •Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens.
Maintenance information and precautions AC power adaptor Additional information •Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when not in use for a long time. To disconnect the power cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the power cord itself. •Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged. •Do not bend the power cord forcibly, or put a heavy object on it. This will damage the cord and may cause a fire or electrical shock.
Using your camcorder abroad Each country or area has its own electric and TV color systems. Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following points. Power sources You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC power adaptor within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Difference in color systems This camcorder is an NTSC system based camcorder. If you want to view the playback picture on a TV, it must be an NTSC system based TV. Check the following list.
Trouble check If you run into any problem using the camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. Should the difficulty persist, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Camcorder Power Symptom The power is not on. The battery pack is quickly discharged. While charging the battery pack, no indicator appears or the indicator flashes in the display window. Additional information The power goes off.
Trouble check Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The battery is dead. m Use a charged battery pack or the AC power adaptor. (p. 7, 22) { and 6 indicators flash and no • Moisture condensation has occurred. function except for cassette ejection m Remove the cassette and leave the camcorder for at least works. 1 hour. (p. 57) The date or time indicator is flashing. • You pressed DATE and TIME together for more than 2 seconds. m The camcorder is not malfunctioning. You may start recording.
Trouble check Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • EDIT is set to ON in the menu system. m Set it to OFF. (p. 26) The picture is “noisy”. • The video heads may be dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p. 58) An unknown picture is displayed in • If 10 minutes elapse after you set the POWER switch to the viewfinder. CAMERA without inserting a cassette, the camcorder automatically starts the demonstration or DEMO MODE is set ON in the menu system.
Self-diagnosis display The camcorder has a self-diagnosis display. This function displays the camcorder‘s condition with five digits (a combination of a letter and figures) in the viewfinder or in the display window. If this occurs, check the following code chart. The five-digit display informs you of the camcorder‘s current condition. The last two digits (indicated by ππ) will differ depending on the state of the camcorder.
Specifications Video camera recorder System Video recording system 2 rotary heads Helical scanning FM system Audio recording system Rotary heads, FM system Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Recording / Playback time (using 120 min. cassette) SP mode: 2 hours LP mode: 4 hours Fastforward/rewind time (using 120 min. cassette) Approx. 5 min. Image device 1⁄4 inch CCD (Charge Coupled Device) Approx. 270,000 pixels (Effective: approx.
Identifying the parts 1 7 8 9 2 3 4 !º !¡ !™ !£ 5 6 1 EDITSEARCH button (p. 17) 8 Power zoom lever (p. 14) 2 Built-in light (CCD-TR516 only) (p. 46) 9 NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 30) 3 Lens cover 4 POWER switch (p. 11) 5 FOCUS switch (p. 36) 6 NEAR/FAR dial (p. 36) 7 Video control buttons (p. 19) p STOP (stop) 0 REW (rewind) ( PLAY (playback) ) FF (fastforward) P PAUSE (pause) 68 !º Display window (p. 74) !¡ FADER button (p. 29) !™ Tripod receptacle (p.
Identifying the parts !¢ !ª !∞ @º @¡ @£ @¢ !¶ !• !¢ DATE button (p. 44) !ª BACK LIGHT button (p. 27) !∞ TIME button (p. 44) @º TITLE button (p. 41) !§ COUNTER RESET button (p. 13) @¡ PICTURE EFFECT button (p. 38) !¶ START/STOP MODE switch (p. 15) @™ EXPOSURE button (p. 39) !• PROGRAM AE dial (p. 34) @£ MENU button (p. 23) Additional information @™ !§ @¢ Control dial (p.
Identifying the Parts @∞ @§ @∞ #¡ #™ @¶ #£ #¢ @• #∞ @ª #º @∞ Viewfinder lens adjustment ring (CCD-TR315 only) (p. 12) / Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (CCD-TR416/ TR516 only) (p. 12) #¡ Eyecup @§ Eyecup RELEASE knob (CCD-TR315 only) (p. 59) #¢ STANDBY switch (p. 11) @¶ Viewfinder (p. 12) @• Battery mounting surface @ª DC IN jack (p. 7, 22) #º Hook for shoulder strap (p. 73) 70 #™ BATT RELEASE lever (p. 9) #£ START/STOP button (p. 11) #∞ Hook for shoulder strap (p.
Identifying the Parts #§ $™ #¶ #• #ª $¢ $¡ $∞ $§ $¶ #§ EJECT switch (p. 10) #¶ LANC l control jack l stands for Local Application Control Bus System. The l control jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video equipment and peripherals connected to it. This jack has the same function as the jack indicated as CONTROL L or REMOTE. Additional information $£ $º $™ LIGHT switch (CCD-TR516 only) (p. 46) $£ VIDEO/AUDIO jacks (p. 18) $¢ Remote sensor (CCD-TR516 only) (p.
Identifying the Parts Remote Commander – CCD-TR516 only The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the camcorder function identically. 1 2 4 3 5 1 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control the camcorder after turning on the camcorder. 3 DISPLAY button (p. 19) 4 START/STOP button (p. 11) 5 Power zoom button (p. 14) 2 Video control buttons (p.
Identifying the parts Note on battery life The batteries for the Remote Commander last about 6 months under normal operation. When the batteries become weak or dead, the Remote Commander does not work. To avoid damage from possible battery leakage Remove the batteries when you will not use the Remote Commander for a long time. Attaching the shoulder strap Attach the supplied shoulder strap to the hooks for the shoulder strap.
Identifying the parts Operation indicators Viewfinder 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Display window !¡ !¶ 2 W 40min H SP STBY 0:00:00 !™ !ª T M.FADER CINEMA SEPIA !£ !¢ 1 3 !• 8 cf AUTO DATE 12:00:00AM 9 0 1 Recording mode indicator (p. 25) 2 Playing back or recording in Hi8 format (CCD-TR516 only) (p. 53) 3 Remaining battery time indicator !∞ !§ !¶ !™ Tape counter (p. 13)/Self-diagnosis functions indicator (p. 66)/5SEC mode indicator (p. 15) !£ Remaining tape indicator 5min 4 Exposure indicator (p.
Warning indicators If indicators flash in the viewfinder or in the display window, check the following: ≥≥... : you can hear the beep sound when the BEEP is set to ON. 1 2 3 0min 5min 4 5 6 Additional information C:21:00 7 8 CLEANING CASSETTE 9 C:31:10 JUL 4 1999 1 The battery is weak or dead. Slow flashing: The battery is weak. Fast flashing: The battery is dead. 2 The tape is near the end. The flashing is slow. 3 The tape has run out. The flashing becomes rapid. 4 No tape has been inserted.
Index A, B L S Adjusting viewfinder ............. 12 ANTI GROUND SHOOTING ................................................ 15 Auto focus ................................ 36 Backlight .................................. 27 Beep .......................................... 13 LANC ....................................... 71 Lithium battery ....................... 50 Self-diagnosis display ............ 66 Shoulder strap ......................... 73 Skip scan ..................................
