3-859-616-71 (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 Vision™ camcorder. With your Handycam Vision you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam Vision 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 Using this manual ................................... 4 Checking supplied accessories .............. 5 Getting started Charging and installing the battery pack .................................................... 6 Inserting a cassette .................................. 9 Basic operations Camera recording ................................. 10 Using the zoom feature ................. 13 Selecting the START/STOP mode ....................................................
Before you begin Using this manual As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the camcorder are shown in capital letters. e.g. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. As indicated with ≥ in the illustrations, you can hear the beep sound to confirm your operation. Note on TV colour systems TV colour systems differ from country to country. To view your recordings on a TV, you need a PAL system-based TV.
Checking supplied accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 2 3 5 6 7 4 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 74) 5 R6 (size AA) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 74) 2 AC-V316 AC power adaptor (1) (p. 6,24) 6 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 47,50) 3 NP-F530 Battery pack (1) (p. 6,24) Before you begin 1 7 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 75) 4 CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p. 51) The lithium battery is already installed in your camcorder.
Getting started Charging and installing the battery pack Before using your camcorder, you first need to charge and install the battery pack. To charge the battery pack, use the supplied AC power adaptor. This camcorder operates with the “InfoLITHIUM“ battery. If you use any other battery to operate your camcorder, the camcorder may not operate or the battery life may be shortened. “InfoLITHIUM“ is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Charging and installing the battery pack Battery life Upper numbers are the time when recording with the viewfinder. Lower numbers are the time when recording with the LCD screen. Using both will further reduce recording time.
Charging and installing the battery pack Installing the battery pack Align the grooves of the battery pack with the receptacles of the camcorder and slide the battery pack down until it catches on the battery release lever and clicks. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder securely. Note on installing the NP-F930 battery pack Use the camcorder while lifting up the viewfinder slightly. Note on the battery pack Do not carry the camcorder by grasping the battery pack.
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. (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. (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 inside the LCD panel is set to . Before you record onetime 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. 53).
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 and remove the battery pack.
Camera recording Notes on recording mode • This camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode. The playback quality in LP mode, however, will not be as good as that in SP mode. • When a tape recorded on this camcorder in LP mode is played back on other types of 8mm camcorders or VCRs, the playback quality may not be as good as that on this camcorder.
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 farther away) W T T Basic operations W T W 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 two modes besides normal start/stop mode. These modes enable you to take a series of quick shots resulting in a lively video. (1) While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) Set START/STOP MODE to the desired mode. : Recording starts when you press START/STOP, and stops when you press it again (normal mode). : The camcorder records only while you ANTI GROUND SHOOTING press down START/STOP so that you can avoid recording unnecessary scenes.
Camera recording Shooting with the LCD screen You can also record the picture while looking at the LCD screen. When using the LCD screen, the viewfinder turns off automatically. You cannot monitor the sound from the speaker during recording. (1) While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel. The battery life is longer when the LCD panel is closed. Use the viewfinder instead of the LCD screen to save the battery power. 2 1 Basic operations (2) Adjust the angle of the LCD panel.
Letting the subject monitor the shot You can turn the LCD panel over so that it faces the other way and you can let the subject monitor the shot while shooting with the viewfinder. Turn the LCD panel vertically first until it clicks, then turn it over. The indicator appears on the LCD screen (Mirror mode) and the date and remaining tape indicators disappear. 2 1 To Cancel Mirror Mode Turn the LCD panel back toward the viewfinder.
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. 2 3 Basic operations 1 • 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.
Hints for better shooting Cautions on the viewfinder and the LCD • Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder or by the LCD panel [c]. • Do not place the camcorder so as to point the viewfinder or the LCD screen toward the sun. The inside of the viewfinder may be damaged. Be careful when placing the camcorder under sunlight or by a window [d].
Checking the recorded picture Using EDITSEARCH, you can review the last recorded scene or check the recorded picture in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. (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.
Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to VTR. The video control buttons light up. (2) Insert the recorded tape with the window facing out. (3) While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel. Adjust the angle of the LCD panel or the brightness of the LCD screen if necessary. (4) Press · to start playback. (5) Adjust the volume using VOLUME.
Playing back a tape When monitoring on the LCD screen You can turn the LCD panel over and move back to the camcorder with the LCD screen facing out [a]. You can adjust the angle of the LCD screen by turning the LCD screen up to 20 degrees [b]. [a] [b] Basic operations 20° Using the remote commander You can control playback using the supplied Remote Commander. Before using the Remote Commander, insert the R6 (size AA) batteries.
Playing back a tape Various playback modes You can enjoy clear pictures on the LCD screen during still, slow and picture search. (Crystal-clear still/slow/picture search) 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.
Searching for the end of the picture You can go to the end of the recorded portion after you record and play back the tape to make the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene smooth. The tape starts rewinding or fast-forwarding and the last 5 seconds (10 seconds in LP mode) of the recorded portion play back. Then the tape stops at the end of the recorded picture (End Search).
Advanced operations Using alternative power sources You can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack, the mains 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 a car battery Use Sony DC-V515A car battery charger (not supplied). Connect the car battery cord to the cigarette lighter socket of a car (12 V or 24 V). Connect the car battery cord to the camcorder in the same way as you connect the AC power adaptor. To remove the car battery charger The car battery charger is removed in the same way as the AC power adaptor. Advanced operations This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony video products.
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) Press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select the desired item, then press the dial. (3) Turn the control dial to select the desired mode, and press the dial. If you want to change the other modes, repeat steps 2 and 3. (4) Press MENU to erase the menu display.
Changing the mode settings Selecting the mode setting of each item Items for both CAMERA and VTR modes COMMANDER • Select ON when using the supplied Remote Commander for the camcorder. • Select OFF when not using the Remote Commander. REC MODE* • Select SP when recording in SP (standard play) mode. • Select LP when recording in LP (long play) mode. Advanced operations LCD B. L.* • Normally select BRT NORMAL. • Select BRIGHT when the LCD screen is dark.
Changing the mode settings D ZOOM* • Select ON to activate digital zooming. • Select OFF to not use the digital zoom. The camcorder goes back to 15x zoom. 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. AUTO DATE* • Select ON to record the date for 10 seconds after recording has started. • Select OFF to not record the date. CLOCK SET* Reset the date or time.
Changing the mode settings Items for VTR mode only EDIT • Select ON to minimize picture deterioration when editing. • Normally select OFF. HiFi SOUND • Normally select STEREO. • Select 1 or 2 to play back a dual sound track tape. TBC* • Normally select ON, to correct for jitter. • Select OFF to not correct for jitter. The picture may not be steady when played back. Advanced operations NTSC PB* • Normally select ON PAL TV. • Select NTSC 4.
Fade-in and fade-out You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. When fading in, the picture gradually fades in from black or mosaic while the sound increases. When fading out, the picture gradually fades to black or mosaic while the sound decreases. When fading in [a] (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press FADER until the FADER or M. (mosaic) FADER indicator flashes. (2) Press START/STOP to start recording. The fade indicator stops flashing.
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 or LCD screen [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 While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press 16:9 WIDE repeatedly so that the desired mode indicator appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. CINEMA 16:9 WIDE 16:9 FULL 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.
Enjoying picture effect Selecting picture effect You can make pictures like those of television with the Picture Effect function. [a] [b] [c] [d] [e] [f] NEG. ART [b] The colour and brigtness 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. 2 1 PICTURE EFFECT SEL/ PUSH EXEC PASTEL NEG. ART SEPIA B&W SOLARIZE MOSAIC SLIM STRETCH To turn off picture effect Press PICTURE EFFECT. The indicator in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen goes out. Note on the picture effect When you turn the power off, the camcorder returns automatically to normal mode.
Focusing manually When to use manual focus In the following cases you should obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually. [a] [b] 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 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. 1 2 AUTO MANUAL INFINITY 3 W W T W T T 4 NEAR FAR W T To return to autofocus mode Set FOCUS to AUTO.
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. a A 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 colour.
Using the PROGRAM AE function Using the PROGRAM AE function (1) Press PROGRAM AE. (2) Turn the control dial to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode. 2 1 PROGRAM AE SEL/ PUSH EXEC a A To turn off program AE Press PROGRAM AE. 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.
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 or on the LCD screen. [a] [b] c Advanced operations 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.
Adjusting the exposure When to adjust the exposure Adjust the exposure manually under the following cases. [a] [b] [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 – + – + SEL/ PUSH EXEC To return to automatic exposure mode Press EXPOSURE again.
Releasing the STEADY SHOT function When you shoot, the indicator appears in the viewfinder. This indicates that the Steady Shot function is working and the camcorder compensates for camera-shake. You can release the Steady Shot function when you do not need to use the Steady Shot function. Do not use the Steady Shot function when shooting a stationary object with a tripod. Set STEADY SHOT to OFF. ON Advanced operations STEADY SHOT OFF To activate the Steady Shot function again Set STEADY SHOT to ON.
Superimposing a title You can select one of eight preset titles. You can also select the position, and colour of titles in the menu system. Using titles To add the title from the beginning (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press TITLE repeatedly until the desired title appears. Each time a new title appears, it is flashing. When the desired title appears, wait for it to stop flashing. (2) Press START/STOP to start recording. (3) When you want to stop recording the title, press TITLE.
Superimposing a title To select the colour of the title (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select TITLE COL, then press the dial. (3) Turn the control dial to select the desired colour, then press the dial. You can chose from the following 7 colours: WHITE ˜ YELLOW ˜ VIOLET ˜ RED ˜ CYAN ˜ GREEN ˜ BLUE (4) Press MENU to erase the menu display. (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU to display the menu.
Making your own titles You can make up to two titles and store them in the camcorder. We recommend to eject the cassette before you begin. Your title can have up to 22 characters. (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the 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.
Recording with the date/time Before you start recording or during recording, press DATE or TIME. You can record the date or time displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen with the picture. Press DATE (or TIME), then press TIME (or DATE) to display the date and time together. The clock is already set at the factory to Sydney time for Australia and New Zealand models, to Tokyo time for the models sold in Japan and Hong Kong time for other models. You can reset the clock in the menu system.
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 ORC TO SET, then press the dial. “START/STOP KEY” flashes. (3) Press START/STOP. The camcorder takes about 5 seconds to check the tape condition and then returns to Standby mode.
Watching on a TV screen 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 mains for the power source. While playing back on a TV screen, close the LCD panel. Otherwise, picture distortion may occur. Connecting directly to a VCR/TV with Video/Audio input jacks S VIDEO OUT (not supplied) IN [a] Advanced operations Open the jack cover.
Editing onto another tape You can create your own video programme by editing with any other h 8 mm, H Hi8, 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. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to VTR. (2) Set EDIT to ON in the menu system.
Editing onto another tape Starting editing Turn down the volume of the camcorder while editing. Otherwise, picture distortion may occur. (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, and insert your recorded tape into the camcorder. (2) Play back the recorded tape on the camcorder until you locate the point where you want to start editing, then press P to set the camcorder in playback pause mode. (4) Press P on the camcorder and VCR simultaneously to start editing.
Recording from a VCR or TV You can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has video/ audio outputs. Connect the camcorder to the VCR or TV using the supplied A/V cable. Turn down the volume of the camcorder while editing. Otherwise, picture distortion may occur. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to VTR. (2) Press r REC and the button on the right together on the camcorder at the point where you want to start recording.
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 LCD panel and 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.
Resetting the date and time You can reset the date and time in the menu system. (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select CLOCK SET, then press the dial. (3) Turn the control dial to adjust the desired year, then press the dial. (4) Set the month, day, hour and minutes by turning the control dial and pressing the dial. (5) Press MENU to erase the menu display.
Resetting the date and time To check the preset date and time Press DATE to display the date indicator. Press TIME to display the time indicator. When you press the same button again, the indicator goes off. The year changes as follows: n n 1997 ˜ 1998 N · · · · n 2029 Note on the time indicator The internal clock of this camcorder operates on a 24-hour cycle.
Usable cassettes and playback modes Tips for using the battery pack Additional information Playing back an NTSC-recorded tape You can play back tapes recorded in the NTSC video system using the SP mode. If the tape is recorded in the AFM HiFi system, the AFM HiFi sound is reproduced. However, note that the following will occur during playback of an NTSC-recorded tape. • When playing back a tape on a TV screen, you may not get the original colour depending on the TV.
Tips for using the battery pack Notes on the rechargeable battery pack Caution Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 60°C (140°F), 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” How the battery consumption is displayed The power consumption of the camcorder changes depending on its use, such as how the autofocusing is working. While checking the condition of the camcorder, the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack measures the battery consumption and calculates the remaining battery power.
Tips for using the battery pack Notes on the terminals 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. Be sure to observe the following • • • • Keep the battery pack away from fire.
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. [b] [a] Slightly dirty [b] Very dirty Additional information [a] If this happens, clean the video heads with the Sony V8-25CLH cleaning cassette (not supplied).
Maintenance information and precautions Removing dust from inside the viewfinder (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 commercially available blower. 2 1 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 On handling tapes Do not insert anything in the small holes on the rear of the cassette. These holes are used to sense the type of tape, thickness of tape and if the recording tab is in or out. Additional information • 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.
Maintenance information and precautions Others • Unplug the unit from the mains when not in use for a long time. To disconnect the mains lead, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the mains lead itself. • Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged. • Do not bend the mains lead 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 colour 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 110 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
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 power goes off. The battery pack is quickly discharged. Cause and/or Corrective Action • The battery pack is not installed. m Install the battery pack. (p. 8) • The battery is dead. m Use a charged battery pack.
Trouble check Symptom The cassette cannot be removed from the holder. Additional information Cause and/or Corrective Action • The battery is dead. m Use a charged battery pack or the AC power adaptor. (p. 6, 24) { and 6 indicators flash and no • Moisture condensation has occurred. function except for cassette m Remove the cassette and leave the camcorder for at least ejection works. 1 hour. (p. 58) • You pressed DATE and TIME together for more than 2 The date or time indicator is seconds. flashing.
Trouble check Picture Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Action The image on the viewfinder • The viewfinder lens is not adjusted. m Adjust the viewfinder lens. (p. 11) screen is not clear. • The contrast between the subject and background is too A vertical band appears when a subject such as lights or a candle high. The camcorder is not malfunctioning. m Change locations. flame is shot against a dark background. A vertical band appears when • The camcorder is not malfunctioning.
Trouble check AC power adaptor Symptom Corrective Actions The VTR/CAMERA or CHARGE • Disconnect the mains lead. After about 1 minute, reconnect lamp does not light. the mains lead. The CHARGE lamp flashes. • See the following chart. When the CHARGE lamp flashes Check through the following chart. $ When the CHARGE lamp flashes again Install another battery pack. $ When the CHARGE lamp flashes again The problem is with the AC power adaptor.
Trouble check Self-diagnosis function If the self-diagnosis function works to prevent the camcorder from malfunctioning, a five-digit service number (combination of a letter and figures) flashes. In this case, check the following table. First three digits C21 C22 C23 C31 C32 E61 E62 H S P STBY C:21:00 53 min. Cause and/or Corrective Action • Moisture condensation has occurred. m Remove the cassette and leave the camcorder for at least 1 hour. (p. 58) • The video heads are dirty.
Specifications Video camera recorder System LCD screen Picture 2.5 inches measured diagonally 50.6.x 37.7 mm (2 x 1 1/2 in.
Identifying the parts 8 9 !º 1 2 3 4 !¡ !™ !£ !¢ !∞ !§ !¶ 5 6 7 1 LCD BRIGHT button (p. 15) 2 Display window (p. 76) 3 FADER button (p. 30) 4 NEAR/FAR dial (p. 36) 5 FOCUS switch (p. 36) 6 Tripod receptacle (p. 17) Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 6.5 mm (9/32 inch) otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage the camcorder. 7 OPEN button (p. 15) 70 8 Viewfinder lens adjustment ring (p. 11) 9 Eyecup RELEASE knob (p. 60) !º Power zoom lever (p.
Identifying the parts !• @∞ !ª @º @¡ @™ @£ @§ @¢ #º #¡ @¶ @ª !• EJECT switch (p. 9) @∞ EDITSEARCH button (p. 19) !ª 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. @§ S VIDEO jack (p. 47) @ºCassette compartment (p. 9) @¡ Grip strap (p.
Identifying the Parts #¶ #• #™ #£ #ª #¢ #∞ #§ $º $¡ #™ Intelligent accessory shoe #¶ STEADY SHOT switch (p. 41) #£ Speaker (p. 21) #• START/STOP MODE switch (p. 14) #¢ LCD screen (p. 15) #ª COUNTER RESET button (p. 12) #∞ Lithium battery compartment (p. 52) $º END SEARCH button (p. 23) #§ PICTURE EFFECT button (p. 33) $¡ MENU button (p. 26) Note on the intelligent accessory shoe Supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light or microphone.
Identifying the Parts $• $™ $£ %º $∞ $§ $¶ $™ POWER switch (p. 10) $£ TIME button (p. 45) $¢ DATE button (p. 45) $∞ DISPLAY button (p. 21) $§ 16:9 WIDE button (p. 31) $¶ TITLE button (p. 42) %¡ %™ Additional information $ª $¢ $• Video control buttons (p. 20) π STOP (stop) 0 REW (rewind) · PLAY (playback) ) FF (fastforward) P PAUSE (pause) r REC (recording) $ª BACK LIGHT button (p. 39) %º PROGRAM AE button (p. 37) %¡ EXPOSURE button (p. 40) %™ Control dial (p.
Identifying the parts Remote Commander 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. 21) 4 START/STOP button (p. 10) 5 Power zoom button (p. 13) 2 Video control buttons (p.
Identifying the parts To use the Remote Commander Make sure that the COMMANDER is set to ON in the menu system on the camcorder. MENU SEL/ PUSH EXEC SEL/ PUSH EXEC COMMANDER ON OFF [MENU]: END Additional information Remote control direction 5° 5m 20° 20° 15° 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.
Identifying the parts Operation indicators Viewfinder 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 !º !¡ A W STBY 00:00:00 LP T FADER CINEMA MOSAIC VOL III ....... END SEARCH 40 min. AUTO DATE 12:00:00 1 WIND indicator (p. 27) 2 Manual focusing (p. 36) 3 PROGRAM AE indicator (p. 37) 4 Steady Shot indicator (p. 41) 5 Backlight indicator (p. 39) !™ !£ !¢ !º !∞ !£ !§ !¢ !¶ !• !ª @º @¡ @™ ORC SP LP TC DC @º @£ @¢ !§ Tape counter (p. 12)/Self-diagnosis functions 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 4 7 1997 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 F, G, H S Adjusting viewfinder ........ 11 AFM HiFi Sound .......... 29, 54 ANTI GROUND SHOOTING ......................... 14 Auto focus ........................... 35 AUTO DATE ....................... 28 Backlight .............................. 39 Beep ..................................... 12 Fade-in/fade-out ............... 30 FADER ................................ 30 Self-diagnosis function ...... 68 Shoulder strap .................... 75 Skip scan .............................
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Sony Corporation Printed in Japan
