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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-TR96 is the model u_'d 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-TR96 only".
Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. m I, 0 c [] ll_l [] [] Wireless Remote Commander (p. 18, 65) (1) [] Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 66) NP-33 Battery Pack (1) (p. 6) [] Shoulder CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p. 44) Already installed in the eamcorder. [] AC-V16/V16A (p. 6, 19) A/V connecting _-_ Battery case (1) (p. 20) CCD-TR86/TR96 only cable (1) (p.
Before using yourcamcorder, youfirstneed tocharge andinstall thebattery packTo charge thebattery pack, use thesupplied ACpower adaptor. Charge thebattery pack onaflatplace without vibration. (1) Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall outlet. (2) Align the right side of the battery pack with the line on the AC power then slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow. adaptor, (3) Set the selector to CHARGE. The CHARGE lamp (orange) lights up. Charging begins.
Battery life Recording time with the built-in light on is indicated in parentheses. CCD-TR86 ;attery pack NP-33 (supplied) NP-60D NP-C65 NP-68 NP-78 NP-80/80D NP-98/98D ypical recording 50 75 90 105 135 155 175 me** (25) (40) (45) (55) (75) (80) (94)) ontinuous ecording time*** 95 140 165 190 250 280 320 (45) (70) (85) (100) (140) (145) (165) NP-60D NP-C65 NP-68 NP-78 NP-80/80D NP-98/98D mmm ;1 D.
i n_,talliria l_6_tt_d_ v_ _ _ _ _:_ _,__ _,_. (1) Insert the top of the battery pack into the top of the battery (2) Push the battery pack so that it attaches firmly. Make sure twice. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder mounting surface. that you hear clicks securely. Note on installing the NP-98/98D battery pack Use the camcorder while lifting up the view finder slightly. Note on the battery pack Do not carry" the camcorder by grasph_g To remove the battery the battery pack.
Make sure that a power source is installed. (1) While pressing the small blue button, slide EJECT in the direction of the arrow. The cassette compartment automatically opens. (2) Insert a cassette (not supplied) with the window facing out. (3) Press the PUSH mark on the cassette compartment to close it. The cassette compartment automatically closes. IIIIIII 63 to r I EJECT 2 _=. _a .= To eject the cassette While pressing the small blue button, slide EJECT in the direction of the arrow.
Make sure that a power source and a cassette is inserted and that the STAKF/STOP MODE switch is set to ._. When you use the camcorder for the first time, power on it and reset the date and time to your time (p. 46) before you start recording. The date is automatically rtx:orded fur 10 seconds after you start recording (AUTO DATE feature). This feature works only once a day. Before you record one-time events, you may want to make a trial recording to make sure that you are using the camcorder correctly.
To stop recording momentarily [a] Press START/STOP again. "lhe "REC" indicator in the viewfinder "STBY" indicator (Standby mode), changes To finish recording [b] Press START/STOP. Turn SFANDBY down, and set tile POWER switch Then, eject the cassette and remove the battery pack. [a] to the to OFF. [b] =ram == 0 _o 0:35:20 Note on standby mode If you leave the cameorder for 5 minutes or more with a cassette irtserted in Standby mode, the camcorder goes off automatically.
To focus the viewfinder lens If the viewfinder is not in focus at all or when you use the camcorder after someone else has used it, focus the viewfinder lens. Move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever so that the indicators in the view finder come into sharp focus. Note on the lighting aperture If direct sunlight enters the lighting aperture, the picture in the viewfinder brighter. When this happens, colors in the viewfinder may change.
Zooming scene. For "T" Side: "W" Side: is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject more professional-looking recordings, use the zoom sparingly. for telephoto (subject appears closer) for wide-angle (subject appears farther away) in the mm o O Zooming speed (Variable speed zooming) Turn the power zoom lever fully for a high-speed zoom. Turn it lightly for a relatively slow zoom.
For hand-held shots, you'll following suggestions: get be_ter results by holding the cazncorder according to the [b] [al • Hold the eamcorder 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. • Place your eye firmly against the viewfinder eyecup. • Use the viewfinder frame as a guide to determine the horizontal plane.
Using EDITSEARCH, you can review the last recorded scene or check the recorded picture m the viewfinder. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to CAMERA. (2) Turn STANDBY up. (3) Press the - (1_) side of EDIT_EARCH momentarily; the last few seconds of the re_orded portion plays back (Rec Review). Hold down the - side of EDITSEARCH until the camcorder goes back to the scene you want. The last recorded portion is played back. To go forward, hold down the + side (Edit Search).
Connect the camcorder to your VCR or TV 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. Open the jack cover. With using the supplied A/V connecting cable, connect the camcorder to the LINE IN inputs on the TV or VCR connected to the TV. Set the IV/ VCR selector on the 'IV to VCR. When connecting to the VCR, set the input selector on the VCR to LINE.
You can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can also moz'dtor a 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 I_ to start playback. i 2 stop REW_--PLAY--÷FF PAUSE ] o _' To stop playback, press II. 'To rewind the tape, press .,I.II. To fast-forward the tape, press P'_.
Using the Remote Commander You call control playback using the supplied Remote Commander. Before using the Remote Commander, insert the size AA (R6) batteries. To erase the indicators Press DISPLAY to erase the viewfinder indicators, press again. Various playback _reen indicators on the TV. To display the modes To view a still picture Press II during playback. (Playback pause) To resume playback, press II or I_. To locate a scene (Picture Search) Keep pressing _ or _ during playback.
You can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack, the house current, alkaline batte D, and 12/24 V car battery. Choose the appropriate power source depending on where you want to use your camcorder.
WARNING AC power cord must only be changed at qualified service shop. PRECAUTION The _t is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the set itself has been turned off. Notes on the POWER lamp • The POWER lamp will remahl lit for a while even if the unit is unplugged after use. This is normal. • If the POWER lamp does not light, set the selector to _,rl'R (DC OUT) and disconnect the power cord.
Battery life Using alkaline batteries at 77°F (25°C) CCD- Typical recording time Continuous recording time TR86 90 (35) rain. 170 (70) min. TR96/TR916 85 (35) min. 165 (65) min. Recording time with the built-in light on is indicated in par_nthese. Notes ,, The above battery lives are estimates. The battery life may be shorter depending the storage condition of the batte D' before being purchased and temperat_lre. " You may not use the battery case in cold environment.
You can change calrtcorder. the mode settings to further enjoy the features (1) Press MENU to display the menu. (2) 'lure the control dial to select the desired (3) Turn the control dial to select the desired (4) Press MENU to erase the menu and functions of the item, and press the dial. mode, and press the dial. display.
Selecting _ Items m_ for S_ing both COMMANDER of each IteKn CAMERA and PLAYER ...... _ __ modes • Select ON when using the supplied Remote Commander * Select OFF when not using the Remote Commander. for the camcorder. BEEP* • _lect ON so that beeps sound when you start/stop recording, • Select OFF when you do not want to hear the beep sound. Items for CAMERA REC MODE* mode etc. _> P, only O. O • Select SP to record a tape in SP (standard play) mode.
CLOCK SET* Reset the date or time, DEMO MODE* ,, Select ON to make the demonstration • Select OFF to make the demonstration Notes appear. not appear. on DEMO MODE • DEMO MODE is set to STBY at the factory and the demonstration 10 minutes after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA without cassette. starts about inserting a Note that you cannot select STBY of DEMO MODE in the menu system. • You cannot select DEMO MODE when a cassette is inserted in the camcorder.
Before you start recording Or during recording, press DATE or TIME. You can record the date or time displayed in the viewfinder with the picture. You cannot record the date and time at the same time. Except for the date or time indicator, no indicator is recorded. The ck_ck is set to East Coast Standard Time at the factory. m W o 8" To stop recording with the date or time Press DATE or TIME again. ]he date or time indicator continues. disappears.
Your eameorder has two modes besides normal start/stop mode. These modes enable you to take a series of quick shots resulting in a lively video. (1) Set START/STOP MODE to the desired mode. : Recording starts when you press START/STOP, and stops when you press it again (normal mode). ANTI GROUND SHOOTING : The camcorder records only while you press down START/STOP so that you can avoid recording unnecessary scenes.
You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. When fading in, the picture gradually fades in from black while the sound increases. When fading out, the picture gradually fades to black while the sound decreases. When fading in [a] (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press FADER. The FADER indicator starts flashing. (2) Press START/STOP to start recording. The FADER indicator stops flashing. When fading out [b] CL (1) During recording, press FADER.
You can make pictures like those of television with the Picture Effect function. MOSAIC [a] the picture is mosaic. SOLARIZE [b] The light intensity is more clear, and the picture B&W The picture is monochrome (black and white). SEPIA The picture is sepia. NEG. ART [el The color of the picture 28 is reversed. looks like a painting.
While the camcorder Picture Effect mode. is in Standby mode, press PICTURE EFFECT to select the desired PICTURE EFFECT g MOSAIC " I o o Returning to normal mode PressPICTURE EFFECT_til the Picture Effect indicatordisappears. Note on the picture effect When you turn the power off, the camcorder returns automatically to normal mode.
You can record 16:9 wide-_reen a cinemalike picture TV (16:gFUI,L). or a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the [b] [_ CINEMA [a] (CINEMA) ,--_ .-) [c] @ 16:gFULL [el @ CINEMA Black bands appear at the top and the bottom of the screen. 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].
D While the camcorder is in Standby desired mode indicator appears. mode, press 16:9 WIDE repeatedly s_ that the CINEMA Q. 16:9WIDE 8 0 To cancel wide mode Press 16:9 WIDE repeatedly until the wide mode indicator disappears. 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 16:9FULL mode, set it to full mode. For details, refer to the instruction manual of your TV.
In the following cases you should obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually. [c] [a] • • • • • • • • [d] Insufficient light [a] Subjects with little contrast -- walls, sky, etc. [b] Too much brightness behind the subject [€] Horizontal stripes [d] Subjects through frosted glass Subjects beyond nets, etc. Bright subject or subject reflecting light Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod When focusing manually, first focus in telephoto before recording, shot length.
When you shoot a subject with the light source behind light background, use the BACK LIGHT function. Press BACK LIGHT. The [] indicator appears the subject or a subject with a in the viewfinder. [a] Subject is too dark because of backlight. [b] Subject becomes bright with backlight compensation. After shooting Be sure to release this adjustment indicator disappears. Otherwise, condition. condition by pressing BACK LIGHT again.
You can select from three PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shooting situation. When you use PROGRAM AE, you can capture high-speed action or night \Jews.
sin _ While the camcorder is in Standby alx_ve the PROGRAM AE dial. _ mode, set the mark of the desired .... mode to • i_ m,3rk I ,€ o Returning to automatic mode Turn PROGRAM AE until the PRO(;RAM AE indicator disappears.
You can use the built-in light to suit your shooting situation. The recommended distance between the subject and camcorder is about 5 feet (1.5 mete_). While the camcorder is in Standby mode, slide LIGHT to ON. l'he built-in light turns on. The built-in light turns on/off by turr, ing on/off STANDBY. LIGHT • AUTO To stop using the Slide LIGHT to OFF built-in To turn on the built-in Slide LIGHT to AUTO.
_ ,_.-_,__"_*_ __ i¸ _ Use the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp (not supplied). Remove the power source before replacing the bulb. (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. (4) Attach the bulb housing turning it clockwise, then replace the built-in light unit. 1 8 o_ o O 2 3 J .
You can _lect from eight preset titles and two titles you made to superimpose it on the picture during recording. Each time you press TITLE, the preset titles appear one by one. You can also select the language and position of the titles in the menu system. •,,_l_l_,_m.ml_! _# _,l _ (1) Set the POWER (2) {3) (4) (5) (6) _i_ _¸ switch 4_._i _. ,,_ _,_ _! _?_!_ !/ _ _ g_! _ _ to CAMERA. Turn STANDBY up, Press MENU to display the menu.
To superimpose (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Press When Press Press Press on the way TITLE repeatedly until the title stops flashing, START/STOP to start TITLE when you want TITLE when you want of recording the desired title appears. The title flashes. press TITLE. The title di_ppears. recording. superimpose the title. to turn off the title.
You can make two titles of up to 22 characters each, and store them in memory. We recommend to eject the cassette before you begin so that the power is not turned off on the way. (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn tile control dial to select TITLE1 SET or TITLE2 SET, then press the dial. (3) Turn the control dial to select the desired character, then press the dial. (4) Repeat step 3 until you finish the title.
To erase the title you have made Press MENU, select the title you want to erase, and press the dial Select ..3 at the [eftmost character, then press the dial. Do not select the blank to erase a character Otherwise, the blank is stored as a title in memory. To change the title you have made In step 2, select TITLE1 SET or TITLE2 SET, depending on which tithe you want to change, then press the dial. Select the desired characters again.
- CCD-TR96/TR916 only When you shoot, the _(_)_indicator appears. is working and the camcorder compensates This indicates that the SteadyShot for camera-shake. function You can release the SteadyShot function when you do not need to use the SteadyShot function. Do not use the SteadyShot function when shooting a stationary object with a tripod. Set STEADY SHOT to OFF The _(_)_indicator goes off. STEADY SHOT ! i-oH D OFF \ To activate the SteadyShot SetSTEADY SHOT to ON.
You can create your own video program by editing with any other [] 8 nun, i-Ii[] Hi8, VHS, _ S-VHS, _ VHSC, S_t S-VHSC, [] Betamax or _ ED Batamax VCR that Kas video/audio inputs. After connecting the ca•corder to the VCR, (1) Set the POWER switch to PLAYER. (2) Insert a blank your recorded tape (or a tape you want tape into the ca•corder.
Your camcorder becomes weak when you Sony CR2025 is supplied with a lithium battery installed. When the lithium batter), or dead, the _% indicator flashes in the viewflnder for about 5 seconds set the POWER or Duracell switch DL-2025 to CAMERA. lithium present a risk of fire or explosion. manufacturers instructioias. The lithium (Fhe lithium battery battery Discard In this battery.
When replacing the lithium battery, keep the battery pack or other power Source attached. Otherwise, you will need to reset the date and time. (1) Slide the cover and then pull it up. (2) Push the battery in once and pull it out from the holder. (3) Install the new lithium battery with the positive (+) side facing (4) Close the cover. Then slide tt_e cover until it clicks. out. m O.
You can reset the date and time in the menu (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. system. (3) Turn the control dial to select CLOCK SET, then press the dial. (4) Turn the control dial to select the desired year, then press the dial. (5) Set tile month, day, hour, and minutes by turning the control dial and pressing the dial. (6) Press MENU to erase the menu MENU 4o o ,,!] ,,, 46 display.
To correct the date Repeat steps 4 and 5. To check the date and and time setting time Press DA'IE to display the date indicator. Press TIME to display When you press the same button again, the indicator goes out. The year indicator 1996_ t changes the time indicator. as follows: 1997........... 2025 ! Note on the time IIIIIII indicator The internal clock of this camcorder 12:00:00 AM stands for midnight 12:00:00 PM stands for noon. Gt. operates on a 12-hour cycle.
This section shows you how you can get the most out of your battery pack. Always carry additional batteries Have sufficient battery pack power to do 2 to 3 times as much recording planned. as you have Battery life is shorter in cold environment Battery efficiency is d_'creased, and the battery will be used up more quickly, recording in cold environment. if you are To save battery power Turn STANDBY down when not recording to save battery power.
The battery heats up During charging or recording, tile 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. Battery pack care • Remove the battery pack from the camcorder after using it, and keep it in a cool place. When the battery pack is installed to the camcorder, a small amount of current flows to the camcorder even if the POWER switch is set to OFF.
If the terminals (metal parts on the back) are not clean, the battery charge duration will be shortened. When the terminals are not clean or when the battery pack has not been used for a long time, repeatedly install and remove the battery pack a few times. This improves the contact condition. Also, wipe the + and - terminals with a soft cloth or paper.
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 camcorder may not operate correctly. To prevent possible damage under these circumstances, the camcorder is furnished with moisture sensors. Please take the following precautions.
To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. When the !_ indicator and "_!wCI.EANING CASSETTE" message appear one after another in CAMERA mode or playback pictures are "noisy" or hardly visible, the video heads may be dirty. [a] li v [b] [a] Slightly dir W [tl] Dirty If this happens, clean the video heads with the Sony V8-25CLH cleaning cassette (not supplied). After checking the picture, if it is still "noisy", repeat the cleaning.
Camcorder operation • Operate the camcorder using 6.0 V (battery pack), or 7.5 V (AC power adaptor). • For DC or AC operation, use only the recommended accessories. • Should any solid object or liquid fall into the casing, unplug the camcorder and have it checked by your nearest Sony dealer before operating it any further. • Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens. • Keep the POWER switch set to OFF when not using the camcorder.
AC power adaptor Charging • Attach the battery pack firmly. • Place the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration during • The battery pack will get hot during charging. This is normal. charging. Others • 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 cord itself. • Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged.
Each country or area has its own electricity and TV color systelns. camcorder abroad, check the following points. Before using your You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC power adaptor within 110 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b]. m [ AC-V16/V16A _ ,,,,m_ _m,.,,,,_ Q. Q [a] O Ib] 5" ffere..._ .. _v,v, _;_,1_,_,._. , ...... ....
If you run into any problem using the camcorder, use the following table to troublesh(×)t the problem. Should the difficulty persist, disconnect the power and contact your _my dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. source Power Cause and/or Corrective Actions Symptom The power is not on • The battery pack is not installed. -') Attach the battery pack firmly by pushing the h)wer part of the battery, pack until it clicks twice. (p. 8) • The battery is dead. -) Use a charged battery pack. (p.
)tom Cause and/or Corrective Actions ate or time indicator is flashing. • The lithium battery is weak or dead. 4" Replace the lithium battery with a new one. (p. 45) • You pressed DATE and TIME together for more than 2 seconds. The camcorder is not malfunctioning. 4" You may start recording. Flashing will stop soon. ate or time indicator pears. • Reset the date and time. (p. 46) teadyShot function does not • STEADY SHO'I is set to OFF. re. (CCD TR96!TR916 4" Set STEADY SHOT to ON. (p.
Picture Symptom The image on the viewfinder is not clear. Cause and/or Corrective Actions screen • The viewfinder lens i.snot adjusted. -) Adjust the viewfinder lens. (p. 12) A vertical band appears when a subject such as lights or a candle flame is shot against a dark background. • The contrast lx_tween the subiect and background too high. The camcorder is not malfunctioning. -) Change locations. The picture is "noisy". • The video heads may t._*dirty.
cmptom Cause and/or _e POWER lamp does not light. Corrective • Set the selector Actions to VTR (DC OUT) and disconnect power cord. After about one minute, _eCllARGE lamp flashes. • See the following the try again. (p. 6) chart. Jhen the CHARGE lamp flashes beck through the following chart. i 5" Remove the battery pack from the AC power adaptor. Then install the same battery pack again. 5" O When the CHARGE lamp flashes again Install another battery pack.
Video Video recording system Four rotary heads, Helical scanning, FM system (SP/LP separate head) Audio recording system Rotary heads, FM system Video signal NTSC color, EIR standards Usable cassette 8 mm video format cassette (standard 8 ram) Recording/Playback time SP mode : 2 hours (P6-120) LP mode : 4 hours (P6 120) Fastforward/rewind time Approx. 8 rain.
[] [] I [] [] Tape transport • STOP buttons REW (rewind) PLAY (playback) FF (fast forward) I| PAUSE These buttons will function mode. EDITSEARCH button LASER LINK button Lens cover Built-in microphone (p. 17, 18) =o here for Power zoom lever (p. 13) in PLAYER (p. 16) == I IR transmitter Remote sensor (p. 65) Aim the Remote Commander remote control. (p. 15) o [] Lighting aperture [] Viewfinder [] 16:9 WIDE button [] STEADY SHOT button TR916 only) (p. 42) (p, 12) (p.
[] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] _2_ COUNTER RESET button [] TIME button (p. 25) [] DATE button (p. 25) [] Built-in light (p. 36) [] MENU button START/STOP MODE [] DISPLAY button [] Recording TITLE button switch (p. 10, 26) lamp !14 Focus dial (p. 32) FOCUS switch (p. 32) 62 (p. 38) (p. 22) (p. 18) PICTURE EFFECT button Lithium (p. 12) battery (p. 29) compartment (p.
[] [] [] [] [] o. [] POWER switch (p. 10, 17) Display window FADER button [] Menu control dial (p. 22) [] BATT (battery release) (p. 27) (p. 33) AE dial (p, 35) Eyecup Viewfinder _ (p, 69) BACK LIGHT button PROGRAM [] adjustment STANDBY switch lever (p. 12) LANC control jack stands for Local Application Control Bus system, The _' control jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video equipment and peripherals connected to it.
[] [] [] [] @ @ [] [] [] EJECT knob (p. 9) [] Hooks for shoulder [] Battery mounting [] Grip strap (p. 14) [] Cassette compartment [] RFU DC OUT (RFU adaptor jack strap surface (p. 8) [] VIDEO/AUDIO [] LIGHT switch (p. 36) [] MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack Connect an external microphone (not supplied). This jack also accepts a "plugin-power" microphone. (p. g) DC out) OUT jack (p. 16) [] Tripod receptacle (p.
Using the Remote Make ]'he sure that buttons function Commander COMMANDER that have the _me is set to ON name ill the menu on the Remote system Commander as on the camcorder identically. m CL a5 O o [] Transmitter Point toward START/STOP the remote the camcorder camcorder. Tape transport .sensor to control after turning buttons Size AA (R6) battery on the [] button Power zoom button The zooming speed is unchangeable Remote Commander. on the (p. 18) holder (p.
To prepare the Remote Commander Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and - on the batteries diagram inside the battery' compartment. Note on battery to the life The batteries for the Remote When the batteries become Commander weak or dead, last about 6 months under normal operation.
Notes on the Remote Commander • Keep the remote sensor away from strong light sources such as direct sunlight or illumination. Otherwise, the remote control may not be effective. • Be sure that there is no obstacle between the remote sensor on the camcorder and the Remote Commander. • This carncorder works at commander mode VTR 2. The commander modes (1, 2, and 3) are used to distinguish this camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation.
In the viewfinder [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] f [] DATE_ [] [] % Power zoom indicator _21 Manual 68 focus (p. 13) Ill] Tape transport mode (p. 12) indicaror (p. 32) [] Tape counter AE indicator (p. 35) I_ 5 SEC recording [] PROGRAM [] SteadyShot indicator (CCD-TR96/TR916 only) (p. 42) [] Back light indicator [] FADER indicator [] Wide mode indicator [] Picture Effect indicator [] Lithium battery indicator [] SP/LP recording mode indicator [_] Warning (p.
n the display window ® f u' ll""l. ,.._J' I_W. Iu II'IAM ,J| [] mmmm 1_ Warning indicators (p. 70) O Recording mode indicator (SP/LP) 5" (p. 10) [] Remaining battery ,!_1-_ _i]'* [] Date or time Tape counter indicator _ (p, 48) .,,[Zi]-*,r---) & o (p. 25) (p.
The warning indicators and the recording lamp flash to inform you of the following situation. The illustrations below are the warning indicators of the viewfinder. The same indicators flash also} in the display window. J_: You can hear the beep sound when BEEP is set to ON. [] [] [] [] _eo8 il\ [] ] xl_t DSB___C _tl _ i_ _ -?_.c _ ® , C LE_A_l'lNG .,--,. "_ [] _eeo !" CASSETTE L_!_7 [] [] The battery is weak or dead. Slow flashing: The battery is weak.
A M, N, O, P Adjusting viewfinder ......... 12 ANTI GROUND SHOOTING Manual ............................................ AUTO DATE ....................... focus ....................... PICTURE EFFECT 26 Playback 10 Playback pause ................... Power sources ..................... Power B 32 29 on TV ................... 17 zoom ......................... PROGRAM BACK LIGHI ............ AE ................... 18 19 13 35 ...................... 33 BEEP ...............................
