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Page 2 - WARNING; For the customers in CANADA; CAUTION; DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY.

2 Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam R 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 ho...

Page 3 - Table of contents; Before you begin; Installing and charging the battery pack; Basic operations; – for camera recording –; Releasing the STEADY SHOT function; – for playback/editing –; Additional information; Changing the lithium battery in the

3 Table of contents Before you begin Using this manual ................................... 4Checking supplied accessories .............. 6 Getting started Installing and charging the battery pack ............................................................. 7 Inserting a cassette ......................

Page 4 - Types of differences; Using this manual

4 Before you begin The instructions in this manual are for the six models listed below. Before you startreading this manual and operating the unit, check your model number by looking at thebottom of your camcorder. The CCD-TR917/TR940 is the model used for illustrationpurposes. Otherwise, the model ...

Page 5 - car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight

5 Using this manual [a] [b] Note on TV color systems TV color systems differ from country to country. To view your recordings on a TV, youneed an NTSC system-based TV. Precaution on copyright Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted.Unauthorized recording of su...

Page 6 - Checking supplied accessories; Wireless Remote Commander; or; Shoulder strap

6 Checking supplied accessories 1 2 3 4 5 6 Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 76) CCD-TR67/TR87/TR97/TR917/TR940only 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 8, 23) 3 NP-F330 Battery pack (1) (p. 7, 23) 4 CR...

Page 7 - Installing the battery pack; Install the battery pack in the direction of the; Getting started; Note on the battery pack; Do not carry the camcorder by grasping the battery pack.; BATT RELEASE

7 Getting started Before using your camcorder, you first need to install and charge the battery pack.This camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.“InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony corporation. Installing the battery pack ( 1 ) While pressing BATT RELEASE, slide the lower batte...

Page 8 - Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor.; When the remaining battery indicator becomes; normal charge

8 Installing and charging the battery pack Charging the battery pack Charge the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration. The battery pack is chargeda little in the factory. ( 1 ) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the supplied AC power adaptor to theDC IN jack with the plug's 4 mark up. ...

Page 9 - Charging time

9 Getting started Charging time Battery NP-F330 NP-F530 NP-F730 NP-F930 pack (supplied) NP-F550 NP-F730H/F750 NP-F950 Charging 150 210 300 390 time* (min.) (90) (150) (240) (330) The time required for a normal charge is indicated in parentheses.* Approximate minutes to charge an empty battery pack u...

Page 10 - Note on remaining battery time indication during recording; To remove the battery pack

10 Note on remaining battery time indication during recording Remaining battery time is displayed in the viewfinder. However, the indication maynot be displayed properly, depending on using conditions and circumstances. To remove the battery pack While pressing BATT RELEASE, slide the battery pack i...

Page 11 - Insert a cassette with the window facing out.; To eject the cassette; and; Inserting a cassette; PUSH

11 Getting started Make sure that the power source is installed. When you want to record in the Hi8system, use Hi8 video cassette H (CCD-TR917/TR940 only). ( 1 ) While pressing the small blue button on the EJECT switch, slide it in thedirection of the arrow. The cassette compartment automatically li...

Page 12 - Camera recording; . This feature works only once a; Turn STANDBY up to STANDBY.

12 Basic operations Camera recording Make sure that the power source is installed and a cassette is inserted and that theSTART/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 ...

Page 13 - Note; To focus the viewfinder lens; Note on the lighting aperture

13 Basic operations 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 switchto OFF. Then, eject the cassette. Note There is a little wea...

Page 14 - Notes on the tape counter

14 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...

Page 15 - When you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoom; • The right side; Using the zoom feature

15 Basic operations T W T W [a] [b] Zooming speed (Variable speed zooming) Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom, move it further for a faster zoom. When you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoom If you cannot get a sharp focus while in extreme telephoto zoom, move the power zoomleve...

Page 16 - Selecting the START/STOP mode; : Recording starts when you press START/STOP, and stops when you; To extend the recording time in 5SEC mode; Note on START/STOP mode; You cannot use FADER in 5SEC or

16 Selecting the START/STOP mode Your camcorder has three modes. These modes enable you to take a series of quickshots 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 S...

Page 17 - Place the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripod; • Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder; Hints for better shooting; manipulate the controls with your thumb

17 Basic operations 2 1 3 Place the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripod Try placing the camcorder on a table top or any other flat surface of suitable height. Ifyou have a tripod for a still camera, you can also use it with the camcorder.When attaching a non-Sony tripod, make sure that the l...

Page 18 - Checking the recorded picture

18 To stop playback Release EDITSEARCH. To begin re-recording Press START/STOP. Re-recording begins from the point you released EDITSEARCH.Provided you do not eject the cassette, the transition between the last scene yourecorded and the next scene you record will be smooth. Checking the recorded pic...

Page 19 - Connecting directly to a TV/VCR with Video/Audio input jacks; Connections for playback; using the S video connecting cable (not supplied)

19 Basic operations Connect the camcorder to your TV or VCR to watch the playback picture on the TVscreen. 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 ja...

Page 20 - To connect to a TV or VCR without Video/Audio input jacks; Using the AV cordless IR receiver; LASER; To play back on a TV; If you use a Sony TV; • Turn on the LASER LINK button and press

20 If your TV or VCR is a monaural type– CCD-TR917/TR940 only Connect only the white plug for audio on both the camcorder and the TV or the VCR.With this connection, the sound is monaural even in stereo model. To connect to a TV or VCR without Video/Audio input jacks Use an RFU-95UC RFU adaptor (not...

Page 21 - Playing back a tape; Insert the recorded tape with the window facing out.; press; Using the remote commander

21 Basic operations Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can also monitor thepicture 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 VTR(CCD-TR917/TR940) or PLAYER (CCD-...

Page 22 - Note on the lens cover; Various playback modes; To select the playback sound; Notes on playback

22 Using headphones– CCD-TR917/TR940 only Connect headphones (not supplied) to the 2 jack. Note on the lens cover The lens cover does not open when the POWER switch is set to VTR/PLAYER. Do notopen the lens cover manually. It may cause malfunction. Various playback modes To view a still picture (pla...

Page 23 - Advanced operations; Using alternative power sources; Notes on power sources; playback may damage the inserted tape.; Using the house current; The power cord must only be changed at a qualified service shop.; PRECAUTION

23 Advanced operations Advanced operations Using alternative power sources You can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack,house current, alkaline batteries (CCD-TR67/TR87/TR97/TR940 only) and 12/24 V carbattery. Choose the appropriate power source depending on whe...

Page 24 - Using alkaline batteries; Remove the battery holder from the battery case.; Battery life; Continuous; recording time

24 Using alkaline batteries – CCD-TR67/TR87/TR97/TR940 only Use the battery case (supplied) and six size AA (LR6) Sony Alkaline batteries (notsupplied). ( 1 ) Remove the battery holder from the battery case. ( 2 ) Insert six new alkaline batteries into the battery holder, following the markingon the...

Page 25 - Using a car battery; To remove the car battery charger

25 Advanced operations Using a car battery Use Sony DC-V515A car battery charger (not supplied). Connect the car battery cord tothe cigarette lighter socket of a car (12 V or 24 V). Refer to the operating instructions ofyour car battery charger. To remove the car battery charger The car battery char...

Page 26 - Changing the mode settings; Press MENU to display the menu.; Note on the menu display

26 Changing the mode settings You can change the mode settings in the menu system to further enjoy the features andfunctions of the camcorder. ( 1 ) Press MENU to display the menu. ( 2 ) Turn the control dial to select the desired icon in the left side of the menu, thenpress the dial. ( 3 ) Turn the...

Page 27 - Note on changing the mode setting; Selecting the mode setting of each item; Items for both CAMERA and VTR/PLAYER modes; • Select AUTO when you want to display the remaining tape bar

27 Advanced operations Note on changing the mode setting Menu items differ depending on the setting of the POWER switch to VTR/PLAYER orCAMERA. Selecting the mode setting of each item Items for both CAMERA and VTR/PLAYER modes REC MODE* <SP/LP> • Select SP when recording in SP (standard play) ...

Page 28 - Items for CAMERA mode only; Reset the date or time.; Notes on DEMO MODE; start recording as usual. DEMO MODE automatically returns to STBY.; To look at the demonstration at once

28 Changing the mode settings Items for CAMERA mode only D ZOOM* <ON/OFF> • Select ON to activate digital zooming.• Select OFF to not use the digital zoom. The camcorder goes back to 16x (CCD-TR57/TR67/TR87) or 18x (CCD-TR97/TR917/TR940) zoom. 16:9WIDE* <OFF/CINEMA/16:9FULL> • Normally s...

Page 29 - Select this item to set the clock by a time difference.; Items for VTR/PLAYER mode only; Note on TBC setting; • The playback picture fluctuates.; The following settings work only during playback

29 Advanced operations WORLD TIME* Select this item to set the clock by a time difference. REC LAMP* <ON/OFF> • 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 VTR/PLAYER mode only HiFi SOUND <STEREO/1/2...

Page 30 - Shooting with backlighting; Press BACK LIGHT. The; After shooting; This function is also effective under the following conditions:; To make a fine adjustment

30 Shooting with backlighting When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with alight background, use the BACK LIGHT function. Press BACK LIGHT. The c indicator appears in the viewfinder. [a] Subject is too dark because of backlight. [b] Subject becomes bright with...

Page 31 - Selecting the fader function; Using the FADER function; MONOTONE

31 Advanced operations – CCD-TR97/TR917/TR940 only 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. Using the FADER function MONOTON...

Page 32 - The fading mode selected last is indicated first of all.; When you use the bounce function; Set D ZOOM to OFF in the menu system.; Note on the bounce function; To cancel the fader function; When the date or time indicator and title are displayed; The date or time indicator and title do not fade in or fade out.; When the START/STOP MODE switch is set to 5SEC or; You cannot use the fader function.; Note on the fader function

32 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 fadeindicator flashes. ( 2 ) Press START/STOP to start recording. The fade indicator stops flashing. When fading out [b] ( 1 ) During recording, press F...

Page 33 - While the camcorder is in Standby mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON.; To cancel the NightShot function; Slide NIGHTSHOT to OFF.; Using the NightShot light; Notes on the NightShot; you want to use either of them, turn off the other.

33 Advanced operations – CCD-TR97/TR917/TR940 only The NightShot function enables you to shoot a subject in a dark place. You can achievea satisfactory recording of the ecology of nocturnal animals for observation with thisfunction.This function may record picture nearly in monochrome. ( 1 ) While t...

Page 34 - Selecting the desired mode; Using the wide mode function; CINEMA

34 Selecting the desired mode You can record a cinemalike picture (CINEMA) or a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9 FULL). Using the wide mode function CINEMA Black bands appear at the top and the bottom of the screen, and the viewfinder [a] and a normal TV screen [b] look wid...

Page 35 - To cancel wide mode; Select OFF in the menu system.; To watch the tape recorded in wide mode; Notes on wide mode; • When recording, you cannot change the mode.

35 Advanced operations Using the wide mode function You can select the wide mode (OFF, CINEMA, 16:9FULL) in the menu system (p. 26). 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-s...

Page 36 - Using the PROGRAM AE function; Selecting the best mode; Spotlight mode; For subjects in spotlight, such as at the theater or a formal event.; Soft Portrait mode; For recording fast-moving subjects such as in tennis or golf games.; Landscape mode

36 Using the PROGRAM AE function Selecting the best mode You can select one of six PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shootingsituation, referring to the following. Spotlight mode For subjects in spotlight, such as at the theater or a formal event. a Soft Portrait mode For zooming in on a...

Page 37 - Turn the PROGRAM AE dial to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode.; To turn off program AE; Turn the PROGRAM AE dial to the

37 Advanced operations Using the PROGRAM AE function 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 becaus...

Page 38 - Focusing manually; When to use manual focus; • Insufficient light

38 Focusing manually – CCD-TR97/TR917/TR940 only When to use manual focus In the following cases you should obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually. • Insufficient light [ a ] • Subjects with little contrast - walls, sky, etc. [ b ] • Too much brightness behind the subject [ c ] • Hori...

Page 39 - To return to autofocus mode; Set FOCUS to AUTO. The; Shooting in relatively dark places; Shoot at wide-angle after focusing in the telephoto position.; To record a very distant subject; Note on manual focusing; The following indicators may appear:; Set FOCUS to MANUAL. The

39 Advanced operations To return to autofocus mode Set FOCUS to AUTO. The f indicator in the viewfinder disappears. Shooting in relatively dark places Shoot at wide-angle after focusing in the telephoto position. To record a very distant subject Push FOCUS down to INFINITY. The lens focuses on the m...

Page 40 - Enjoying picture effect; Selecting picture effect; The color and brightness of the picture is reversed.; SEPIA; The picture is sepia.

40 Enjoying picture effect Selecting picture effect You can make pictures like those of television with the Picture Effect function. PASTEL [a] The contrast of the picture is emphasized, and the picture looks like an animatedcartoon. NEG. ART [b] The color and brightness of the picture is reversed. ...

Page 41 - Using picture effect function; Press PICTURE EFFECT.; To turn off picture effect; Press PICTURE EFFECT. The indicator in the viewfinder goes out.; Note on the picture effect; PICTURE EFFECT

41 Advanced operations Using picture effect function ( 1 ) Press PICTURE EFFECT. ( 2 ) Turn the control dial to select the desired picture effect mode. Enjoying picture effect To turn off picture effect Press PICTURE EFFECT. The indicator in the viewfinder goes out. Note on the picture effect When y...

Page 42 - When to adjust the exposure; Adjust the exposure manually under the following cases.; Turn the control dial to adjust the brightness.; Adjusting the exposure; To return to automatic exposure mode; Press EXPOSURE again.

42 – CCD-TR97/TR917/TR940 only When to adjust the exposure Adjust the exposure manually under the following cases. [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...

Page 43 - Shooting with the sun behind you; background, the face will be recorded too dark.; Shooting in the dark; returns to automatic exposure mode.

43 Advanced operations Shooting with the sun behind you If the light source is behind your subject, or in the following situations, the subject willbe 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 ...

Page 44 - Superimposing a title; Superimposing titles; Press TITLE to display the title menu.; TITLE

44 Superimposing a title You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles. You can also select thelanguage, color, size and position of titles. Superimposing titles (1) Press TITLE to display the title menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select , then press the dial. (3) Turn the contr...

Page 45 - To superimpose the title from beginning; Notes on superimposing a title

45 Advanced operations 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 isnot heard. To select the language of preset title W...

Page 46 - Making your own titles

46 Making your own titles You can make up to two titles and store them in the camcorder. We recommend to setthe POWER switch to VTR/PLAYER or eject the cassette before you begin.Your title can have up to 20 characters. ( 1 ) Press TITLE to display the title menu. ( 2 ) Turn the control dial to selec...

Page 47 - To edit a title you have stored; You can not enter over 20 characters title.; To delete a title; In step 4, turn the control dial to select [; Recording with the date/time; To stop recording with the date and/or time

47 Advanced operations 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 can not enter over 20 characters title. If you take 5 minutes or longer to enter characters while a cassette is in thecamcorder The p...

Page 48 - Optimizing the recording condition; Turn the control dial to select; Each time you insert the cassette; Perform the above procedures.; Notes on the ORC function

48 Optimizing the recording condition Use this feature to check the tape condition before recording, so that you can get thebest 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 ) ...

Page 49 - Using the built-in light; To stop using the built-in light; Notes; LIGHT to OFF when not in use.; OFF

49 Advanced operations Using the built-in light – CCD-TR67/TR87/TR97/TR917/TR940 only You can use the built-in light to suit your shooting situation. The recommendeddistance between the subject and camcorder is about 5 feet (1.5 m). While the camcorder is in Standby mode, slide LIGHT to ON. The buil...

Page 50 - reduce the risk of fire.; Replace the bulb using a dry cloth.

50 CAUTION • When replacing the bulb, use only the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp (not supplied) to reduce the risk of fire. • To prevent possible burn hazard, disconnect the power source before replacing and do not touch the bulb until the bulb becomes cool enough to handle (for about 30minutes or more). ...

Page 51 - To activate the Steady Shot function again; Set STEADYSHOT to ON in the menu system.; Notes on the Steady Shot function; the menu system, the

51 Advanced operations – CCD-TR87/TR97/TR917/TR940 only When the Steady Shot function is working, the camcorder compensates for camera-shake. You can release the Steady Shot function when you do not need to use the Steady Shotfunction. The indicator lights up when you release the Steady Shot functio...

Page 52 - Editing onto another tape; Before editing; to set the camcorder in; To edit more scenes; Note on Fine Synchro Edit

52 Editing onto another tape You can create your own video program by editing with any other h 8 mm, H Hi8, j VHS, k S-VHS,  VHSC, K S-VHSC, l Betamax or ¬ ED Betamax VCR that has video/audio inputs. Before editing Connect the camcorder to the VCR using the supplied A/V connecting cable.Set the inp...

Page 53 - Recording from a VCR or TV; Press

53 Advanced operations Recording from a VCR or TV – CCD-TR917/TR940 only 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. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, ...

Page 54 - Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder; indicator flashes in the viewfinder for about 5 seconds when you; replace the battery with a Sony; Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s; Notes on lithium battery; match the terminals on the camcorder.

54 Additional information Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Your camcorder is supplied with a lithium battery installed. When the battery becomesweak 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 ...

Page 55 - Changing the lithium battery; Open the lid of the lithium battery compartment.

55 Additional information Changing the lithium battery When replacing the lithium battery, keep the battery pack or other power sourceattached. Otherwise, you will need to reset the date, time and other items in the menusystem retained by the lithium battery. ( 1 ) Open the lid of the lithium batter...

Page 56 - Resetting the date and time; You can reset the date and time in the menu system.; To correct the date and time setting; Repeat the above procedure.; To check the preset date and time; The year changes as follows:

56 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 , then press the dial. ( 3 ) Turn the control dial to select CLOCK SET, then press the dial. ( 4 ) Tu...

Page 57 - Simple setting of clock by time difference; If the time is not set, WORLD TIME does not work.

57 Additional information 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 the standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. ( 2 ) Turn the control dial to select , then press the dial. ( 3 ...

Page 58 - Usable cassettes and playback modes; Selecting cassette types; What is Video 8; When you play back; Note on AFM HiFi stereo

58 Usable cassettes and playback modes Selecting cassette types – CCD-TR917/TR940 only This Hi8 system is an extension of the standard 8 mm system, and was developed torealize higher picture quality.You can use either Hi8 or standard 8 mm video cassette for this camera. When you usea Hi8 video casse...

Page 59 - Tips for using the battery pack; Preparing the battery pack; Always carry additional batteries; When to replace the battery pack; indicator may

59 Additional information 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 haveplanned. Battery life is...

Page 60 - Notes on the rechargeable battery pack; Caution

60 Notes on the rechargeable battery pack Caution Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 140°F (60°C), such as in a carparked 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 thathas been gene...

Page 61 - What is “InfoLITHIUM”

61 Additional information 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 withcompatible video equipment about its battery consumption.When you use this battery pack with video equip...

Page 62 - Maintenance information and precautions; Notes on the battery case; Using with Sony alkaline batteries is preferable.; camcorder and remove the batteries from the battery case.; Moisture condensation; Inside the camcorder; If there is moisture inside the camcorder, the beep sounds and the; On the lens; Be sure to tightly seal the plastic bag containing the camcorder.

62 Maintenance information and precautions Notes on the battery case – CCD-TR67/TR87/TR97/TR940 only • Use only with alkaline batteries. You cannot use the battery case withmanganese batteries or size AA (LR6) rechargeable NiCd batteries. • Using with Sony alkaline batteries is preferable. • Battery...

Page 63 - Precautions; Camcorder operation

63 Additional information Maintenance information and precautions Video head cleaning To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. When the v˚ indicator and “ CLEANING CASSETTE” message appear one after another or playback pictures are “noisy” or hardly visible, the video he...

Page 64 - them with a soft cloth.; AC power adaptor; cord and may cause a fire or electrical shock.; Notes on dry batteries; If battery leakage occurred

64 On handling tapes Do not insert anything in the small holes on the rear of the cassette. These holes areused to sense the type of tape, thickness of tape and if the recording tab is in or out. Camcorder care • When the camcorder is not to be used for a long time, remove the tape. Periodically tur...

Page 65 - Using your camcorder abroad; Power sources; design of the wall outlet; Difference in color systems; NTSC system; Brazil; SECAM system

65 Additional information Using your camcorder abroad Each country or area has its own electric and TV color systems. Before using yourcamcorder abroad, check the following points. Power sources You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC poweradaptor within 100 V to 240 V...

Page 66 - Camcorder; Power; Trouble check

66 Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The battery pack is not installed. m Install the battery pack. (p. 7) • The battery is dead. m Use a charged battery pack. (p. 8) • The AC power adaptor is not connected to a wall outlet. m Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall outlet. (p. 23) • While be...

Page 67 - Symptom; Operation

67 Additional information Trouble check Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The tape is stuck to the drum. m Eject the tape. (p. 11) • The tape has run out. m Rewind the tape or use a new one. (p. 21) • The POWER switch is set to VTR/PLAYER. m Set it to CAMERA. (p. 12) • The tab on the cassett...

Page 68 - Others; Picture

68 Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • COMMANDER is set to OFF in the menu system. m Set it to ON. (p. 26) • Something is blocking the infrared rays. m Remove the obstacle. • The batteries are not inserted with the correct polarity. m Insert the batteries with the correct polarity. (p. 76) • T...

Page 69 - Cause and/or Corrective Actions; ππ; Viewfinder

69 Additional information Five-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Actions • Moisture condensation has occurred. m Remove the cassette and leave the camcorder for at least1 hour. (p. 62) • The video heads are dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLH/V8-25CLDcleaning cassette (not supplied)...

Page 70 - Specifications

70 Video camerarecorder System Video recording system CCD-TR97/TR917/TR940:4 rotary heads (SP/LPindependent heads)CCD-TR57/TR67/TR87:2 rotary headsHelical scanning FM system Audio recording system Rotary heads, FM system Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette 8mm video format cassett...

Page 72 - Identifying the parts

72 Identifying the parts 1 EDITSEARCH button (p. 18) 2 LASER LINK button (CCD-TR87/TR97/ TR917/TR940 only) (p. 20) 3 Built-in light (CCD-TR67/TR87/TR97/ TR917/TR940 only) (p. 49) 4 Lens cover 5 POWER switch (p. 12) 6 FOCUS switch (CCD-TR97/TR917/ TR940 only) (p. 39) 7 NEAR/FAR dial (CCD-TR97/TR917/ ...

Page 74 - Identifying the Parts

74 Identifying the Parts @¶ @• #™ #º #¡ #£ #§ #∞ @ª #¢ @¶ Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 13) @• Viewfinder (p. 13) @ª Battery mounting surface #º DC IN jack (p. 8, 23) #¡ Hook for shoulder strap (p. 77) #™ Eyecup #£ BATT RELEASE lever (p. 7, 10) #¢ START/STOP button (p. 12) #∞ STANDBY switch (...

Page 75 - stands for Local Application Control

75 Additional information Identifying the Parts #¶ EJECT switch (p. 11) #• LANC l control jack l stands for Local Application Control Bus System. The l control jack is used for controlling the tape transport ofvideo equipment and peripheralsconnected to it. This jack has the samefunction as the jack...

Page 76 - Transmitter; Notes on the Remote Commander; illumination. Otherwise, the remote control may not be effective.; To prepare the Remote Commander

76 Remote Commander – CCD-TR67/TR87/TR97/TR917/TR940 only The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the camcorderfunction identically. Identifying the Parts 1 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor tocontrol the camcorder after turning onthe camcorder. 2 Video control but...

Page 77 - Note on battery life; Attaching the shoulder strap; To watch the demonstration; To enter demo mode

77 Additional information 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 Re...

Page 78 - min

78 Operation indicators Identifying the parts Viewfinder Display window 1 Recording mode indicator (p. 27) 2 Playing back or recording in Hi8format (CCD-TR917/TR940 only) (p. 58) 3 Remaining battery time indicator 4 Exposure indicator (CCD-TR97/ TR917/TR940 only) (p. 42) / Zoom indicator (p. 15) 5 F...

Page 79 - Warning indicators; The flashing is slow.

79 Additional information 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 The battery is weak or dead. Slow flashing: The battery is weak.Fast flashing: The battery is dead. 2 T...

Page 80 - Index; Sony Corporation

80 Index A, B Adjusting viewfinder ............. 13AFM HiFi Sound .............. 29, 58ANTI GROUND SHOOTING ................................................ 16 Auto focus ................................ 39Backlight .................................. 30Beep .............................................