Operating Instructions
Table Of Contents
- Table of contents
- What you can do with your camcorder
- Checking supplied accessories
- Getting Started
- Using this manual
- Step 1 Preparing the power supply
- Step 2 Inserting an MD DATA2 disc
- Step 3 Using the touch panel
- Recording – Basics
- Recording a picture
- Checking the recorded picture
- Playback – Basics
- Playing the disc
- Viewing the recording on TV
- Advanced Recording Operations
- Recording audio including photo - Interview recording
- Self-timer recording
- Shooting backlit subjects (BACK LIGHT)
- Using the PROGRAM AE function
- Focusing manually
- Adjusting the exposure manually
- Releasing the STEADYSHOT function
- Adjusting the white balance manually
- Advanced Playback Operations
- Displaying two pictures – Picture-in-picture
- Displaying nine consecutive scenes – 9 FRAME SEQUENCE
- Playing back repeatedly
- Playing back in random order – SHUFFLE
- Scanning the top of tracks – INTRO SCAN
- Sorting the tracks
- Jumping to the desired track
- Setting the playing time of still picture tracks
- Editing
- Checking the disc information
- Checking the track information
- Changing the index image
- Moving tracks
- Erasing tracks
- Copying tracks
- Dividing tracks
- Trimming unnecessary scenes
- Grouping the tracks
- Making a photo track from a movie
- Drawing/Effect
- Drawing on the picture
- Inserting a title track
- Switching the tracks with special effects
- Applying the picture effect to the tracks
- Customizing Your Camcorder
- Adjusting the brightness and color of the LCD screen
- Adjusting the brightness of the viewfinder
- Resetting the date and time
- Changing the menu settings
- Using with Other Equipment
- Dubbing on a tape
- Printing the still picture
- Listening to an audio MD
- Viewing on the computer display
- Additional Information
- Precautions and maintenance information
- Usable MiniDiscs
- Troubleshooting
- Warning indicators and messages
- Specifications
- Using your camcorder abroad
- Quick Reference
- Identifying the parts and controls
- Quick Function Guide
- Index
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Additional Information
— Additional Information —
Precautions and maintenance information
Precautions
Operation
•Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC adaptor/charger).
•For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in the operating
instructions.
•Keep the POWER switch set to OFF when you are not using your camcorder.
•Do not wrap your camcorder in a towel, for example, and operate it. Doing so may
cause heat to build up inside.
•Keep your camcorder away from strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration.
•Keep your camcorder away from TV and AM receivers. TV and AM receivers may
cause noise in recording.
•Pass the microphone and remote cords under the flap of the grip strap so that they are
not included in the picture, especially when using a wide conversion lens.
• Adjust the angle of the LCD screen not to reflect the sun. The LCD screen reflects a
strong light, it is difficult to look and not good for your eyes.
•Do not shoot the sun directly. Doing so may cause malfunction of your camcorder.
•You may hear intermittent sound during operation. This is due to inherent nature of
the MD and not a malfunction.
Handling
•If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing, unplug your 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.
•Do not touch the lens in the disc compartment. If the lens becomes dirty, playback
may not be performed or pictures may dropout. To keep the lens away from dust,
keep the disc lid shut except when you insert or eject a disc.
•To attach a tripod, use the supplied tripod attachment. If you do not use the tripod
attachment, make sure that the tripod is securely attached and stable.
•Do not let sand get into your camcorder. When you use your camcorder on a sandy
beach or in a dusty place, protect it from the sand or dust. Sand or dust may cause
your camcorder to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired.
Safety
•When a conversion lens is attached, do not look at the sun directly.
•If you have skin trouble after using the eyecup, stop using your camcorder and
consult a doctor.
•Keep the input pen, the ferrite cores and the plastic tie of the cables out of the reach of
children to prevent children from swallowing them.
Moisture condensation
If the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may
condense inside and outside the camcorder. Using the camcorder in this condition may
result in malfunction of the camcorder. If moisture condensation occurs, remove the
battery, turn off the camcorder, and leave it for about one hour with the battery
compartment open.