SONY

Video Camera Recorder !_

CCD-TR91

AC Power Adaptor

AC-V35

Operation Manual

Before thoroughly operating and the retain unit, it for please future read this manual reference.

Owner's Record

The model and serial numbers are located on

the bottom.

Record the serial number in the space provided on the right hand.

Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your

Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. CCD-TR91

Model No. AC-V35

Serial

No.

Serial No.

3-757-517-21 (1)

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@1993 by Sony Corporation

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture,

CAU_(ION I(_

HLL}UUE

IHL NISK OF ELECIHIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER {OR BACK).

NO

USER.SERVICEABLE

PARTS INSIDE.

REFER

SERVICING tO QUALIFIED

SERVICE

PERSONNEL.

ires symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient

magnitude

to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions accompanying in the literature the appliance.

RECYCLING NICKEL-CADMIUM

BATTERIES

NICKEL-CADMIUM

BATTERY.

For the Customers in the U,S.A.

WARNING

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable against harmful interference protection in a residential installation.

This equipment generates,

uses,

and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference

radio communications.

However, there is no to

guarantee

that interference will not occur in a particular installation harmful interference if this to radio equipment does or television cause reception, which can be determined by turning the

equipment

off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference following measures: by one or more of the

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help.

radio TV

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

You are cautioned that any changes

or modifications

not expressly

approved in this

manual could void your authority to operate this

equipment.

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MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY, recyclable You can help preserve our environment by returning your

Ni'Cd

unwanted batteries to your nearest

Sony Service Center or Factory

Service Center for collection, recycling or proper disposal.

Note: in some areas the disposal of nickel-

cadmium

batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited.

For the Sony Service Center nearest you call

1-800-222-SONY

(United States only)

For the Factory Service Center nearest you call

416-499-SONY (Canada only)

Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking nickel-cadmium batteries.

Notice for the customers in Canada

This apparatus

complies

with the Class

B limits for radio noise emissions

set out in Radio

Interference Regulations.

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS

POLARIZED AC PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD,

RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE

BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT

BLADE EXPOSURE.

Welcome to Video 8

Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam® camcorder.

With your Handycam

you can capture _ife's precious moments

with superior

picture and sound

quality.

_'our _andycam \s \oade_ w_th a_vanced _eatures, 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.

Before

You Begin

About This Manual 4

Checking Supplied Accessories 5

Getting Started

Charging and Installing the Battery Pack 6

Tips for Using the Battery Pack 8

Inserting the Supplied Batteries 10

Setting the Date and Time 12

Inserting a Cassette 13

Adjusting the Viewfinder Lens 14

Hints for Better Shooting 15

Basic Operations

Camera Recording 16

Using the Zoom Feature

18

Getting a Steady Picture 19

Recording the Date or Time 19

Checking the Recorded Picture in the Viewlinder 20

Connections for Playback 21

Connecting to a TV or a VCR with Audio/Video

Connecting to a TV without Audio/Video Input

Input

Jacks

Jacks

21

21

Playing Back a Tape 22

Advanced Operations

Using

Alternative

Power Sources 24

Using House Current 24

Selecting Automatic or Manual Adjustment

Focusing Manually 26

Using the PROGRAM AE Function 28

Fade-in and Fade-out 30

Changing the Mode Settings 31

Editing onto Another Tape 33

Mode 25

Additional Information

Playback Modes 35

Maintenance Information and Precautions

Using Your Camcorder Abroad 39

Identifying the Parts 40

Operation Indicators 43

Remote Commander 44

Specifications 46

lrouble

Check 47

Indicators

in the Viewfinder

Index 51 and the Display

35

Window 50

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Before You Begin

It you want to shoot as soon as possible, read the chapters "Getting Started" and "Basic

Operations"

first.

letters.

As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the camcorder are shown in capital e.g. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.

TV color systems

differ from country to country. To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC

system

based TV. When you want to use a PAL-M system based TV, you will need

an NTSC/PAL-M transcoder

(as this is an NTSC system

based camcorder).

Please check the list on page 39 to see the TV color system of your country.

Since each country has its own electricity and TV color system, you may not be able to use the RFU adaptor when you use the camcorder abroad.

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Prec&utlon on Copyright

Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted, recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the copyright laws.

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Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder.

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Wireless Remote Commander

(1) (p. 44)

_ NP-SSH Battery pack (1) (p. 6)

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C-V35 AC power

adaptor

(1) (p. 6)

CR2025 Ltthium Battery

(1) (p. 10)

[-_ Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander

(2) (p. 11)

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AIV connecting cable (1) (p. 21)

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RFU.90UC

RFU adaptor (1) (p. 21)

-_ Shou|der

strap (1) (p. 45)

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Before using your camcorder, you first need to charge and install the battery pack• To charge the battery pack, use the supplied AC-V35 AC power

adaptor.

Charging the Battery Pack

Charge the battery pack on a flat place without vibration.

(1) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.

(2) Align the right side of the battery pack wlth the line on the AC power adaptor, then slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow.

(3) Set the selector to

CHARGE.

The CHARGE lamp (orange) lights up. Charging begins.

When charging is completed, the CHARGE lamp goes out. Set the selector to the center position and unplug the unit from the wall outlet.

Then remove the battery pack and install it on the camcorder.

To stop charging, set the selector to the center position.

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Charging Time and Battery Life

Battery pack

NP-55H

(supplied)

NP-80

NP-80D

NP-77H

NP-77HD

140

NP-66H

Charging time* 70

155

140

100

Battery life**

60 135 100

Approximate

minutes to charge an empty battery pack using the AC-V35 (Lower temperatures a longer charging time.)

** Approximate continuous recording time (in minutes) indoors

NP-60D

75

65

require

Important!

Use the

battery completely before re-charging!

Before you recharge

the battery

pack,

make sure the battery

has been used up (discharged) completely.

Repeated charging while some capacity remains causes a lowering of battery capacity.

However, the original battery capacity can be recovered if you use the battery completely and charge it fully again.

To use up the battery, remove the cassette and slide the POWER switch to CAMERA with the battery pack attached, and leave the camcorder until the _ indicator and the red lamp flash in the viewfinder.

Removing the Battery Pack

Slide the battery pack in the directioll ot ttle _luw (see drawlr_g),

Note on charging the battery pack

The POWER lamp will remain lit for a while even if the battery pack is removed and the power cord

is unplugged after charging

the battery

pack. This is normal.

Instal||ng

the Battery

Pack ......

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(t) Lift up the viewfinder.

(2) Align

the right

side of the battery pack with the white line on the camcorder,

and slide the battery pack to the right.

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Removing the Battery Pack

(1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) While pressing BATT, slide the battery pack to the left.

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This section shows you how you can get the most out of

your

battery pack.

Preparing the Battery Pack

Have Sufficient Battery Pack Power to Do 2 to 3 Times

as

much Recording as You have

Planned,

"Battery life" indicated in this manual is measured by the continuous recording time of the camcorder, p_aced at room temperature using a fully-charged battery pack.

Battery Life is Shorter In Cold Environment

Battery efficiency is decreased and the battery will be used up more quickly if you are recording in a cold

environment.

To Save Battery Power

Turn STANDBY on the camcorder down

when not recording

to save battery power.

(p. 9) [a]

A smooth transition between scenes can be made even if recording is stopped

and started again.

While

you are positioning the subject,

selecting

an angle, or looking through the viewfinder lens, the lens moves automatically removed.

and the battery is used. The battery is also used when a tape is inserted or

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to Replace the .affery

Pack ................

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While you are using your camcorder, the remaining battery indicators in the viewfinder (1) and in the display window (2) decrease gradually as battery power is used up.

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(1)

(2)

When the remaining battery indicator

reaches the lowest point, the _ flashing in the viewfinder.

(p. 9) [b]

When the _

indicator

appears and starts indicator in the viewfinder changes from slow flashing to rapid flashing while you are recording, slide the POWER switch to OFF on the camcorder and replace the battery pack.

Leave the tape in the camcorder to obtain a smooth transition between scenes after the battery pack is replaced.

Note on the remaining battery

Indicator

The remaining battery indicator of the camcorder may indicate a different

remaining capacity

from that of

the NP-77HD

battery

pack (not supplied),

The indicator

of NP-77HD is more accurate.

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.

Battery Pack Care

•

Remove the battery

pack from the camcorder

after using

the battery

pack, and keep it in a cool place.

When the battery

pack is attached

to the camcorder, a small amount of current flows to the camcorder

even if the POWER switch is set to OFF, which shortens

battery life.

• The battery

pack is always

discharging

even when

it is not in use after charging.

Therefore, you should charge the battery

pack right

before using the camcorder.

How to Use the Switch on the Battery Pack

This switch is provided so that you can mark the charged

battery pack.

Set the switch to the "no

mark" position when charging is completed.

Set the switch to the "red mark"

position when the battery is used up (or in whichever direction

you want to remind yourself).

(p. 9) [c]

The

Life ot the Battery Pack

The battery pack can be fully charged and discharged aioout 500 times ur_der J_ormal temperatures.

If the battery indicator flashes rapidly just after turning on the camcorder with a fully charged battery pack, the battery pack should be replaced with a new fully charged one.

Charging Temperature

You should charge batteries

at temperatures

from 10°C to 30°C (from 50°F to 86°F).

Lower

temperatures require a longer charging time.

Note on Charging

A Brand-new Battery Pack

A brand-new battery pack is not charged. Before using the battery pack, charge it completely.

Before Recharging a Used Battery Pack

•

Make sure to use up the battery before recharging.

•

If recording is completed before

the _

indicator appears in the viewfinder, you should remove the tape, slide the POWER switch to CAMERA, turn STANDBY up, 'and leave the camcorder until the battery indicator flashes rapidly.

•

When you use the AC-S10

power adaptor, the DC-St0 car battery charger or the BC-S10 portable battery charger, you can use the discharging function.

• Charging the usable battery pack causes a lowering of battery capacity.

Battery capacity can be recovered if you fully discharge and charge the battery pack again.

After Long Storage

Recharge the battery

pack after a long period

of storage.

If the battery pack is charged fully but not used for a long time (about 1 year), it becomes discharged.

Charge it again, but in this case the battery life

will be shorter than normal.

After

several

charging and discharging cycles,

the battery

life will recover its original capacity.

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I! the terminals

(metal

parts on the back) are not clean, the battery duration will be shortened.

When the terminals are not clean or when the battery pack has not been used for a long time,

repeat

installing and removing the battery pack.

This improves the contact condition.

Also, wipe the + and terminals with a soft cloth or paper.

Be Sure to Observe the Following

• To prevent an accident caused by a short circuit, do not allow metal objects

such as e necklace

to touch the battery terminals.

Carry the battery pack attaching to the terminal cover. [d]

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Keep the battery pack away

from fire.

• Keep the battery pack dry.

• Do not open nor convert the battery pack.

• Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock.

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Your camcorder is supplied with a lithium battery and two size AA (R6) batteries.

The lithium battery is for the camcorder and the size AA (R6) batteries are for the Remote Commander.

Inserting the Lithium Battery Into the Camcorder

The lithium battery has a positive (+) side and a negative (-) side as illustrated below.

Be sure to install the lithium battery with the positive side facing out.

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Inserting the Lithium Battery

To activate the clock, you must insert a lithium battery.

(1) Open the lid of the lithium battery compartment on the bottom of the camcorder.

battery with the positive (+) side facing out. (3) Close the lid.

(2) Install the lithium

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To Remove the Lithium Battery

Push the battery upward once and pull it out from the holder.

When replacing the lithium battery, keep the battery pack or other power source attached.

Otherwise, you will need to reset the date and time.

Lilhium

Batlery

Life

The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts for about I yea_ under i/ormal operation.

Whe_ the battery becomes weak or dead, the date or the time indicator and the E._

indicator flash in the viewfinder for about 5 seconds and the date or the time indicator keeps flashing in the display window 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 ballery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

Caution

Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children,

Should the battery be swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.

Inserting

the Size AA (R6) Battery Into the Remote com_er

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To use the Remote Commander, you must insert two size AA (R6) batteries.

Use the supplied size AA

(R6) batteries.

(1) Remove the battery cover from the Remote Commander.

(2) Insert both of the size AA (R6) batteries with correct polarity.

(3) Put the battery cover back onto the Remote Commander.

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Battery Life

The batteries for the Remote Commander last about 6 months under normal operation.

When the batteries become weak or dead, the Remote Commander does not work.

To avoid damage from possible battery leakage

Remove the batteries when you will not use the Remote Commander for a long time.

WARNING

The battery may explode if mistreated.

Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose of in fire.

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You need to set the carncorder's date and time to record the colrect ones onto your video.

Before setting the clock, make sure a power source and lithium battery are installed.

(1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, slide it to CAMERA.

(2) Turn STANDBY up. (3) Move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever so that the "STBY" indicator in the viewfinder comes into sharp focus.

(4) Press DATE (+) and TiME (NEXT) simultaneously for 3 seconds.

(5) Adjust the digits of the year, month, day, hour and minutes by pressing DATE (+) and TIME (NEXT). To set the year to

1993, there is no need to press DATE (+) in 5-0.

Note that when you keep DATE (+) pressed, the digits advance faster.

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DATE(+)

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DATE(+)

TIME(NEXT)

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TIME(NEXT}

TIME(NEXT)

DATE(+) TIME(NEXT)

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TIME(NE_

To Correct the Date and Time Settings

Press TIME (NEXT) repeatedly until the minute digits stop flashing. Then repeat steps 4 and 5.

To Check the Preset Date and Time

Press

DATE (+) to display the date indicator

in the viewfinder and the display window.

Press TIME (NEXT) to display the time indicator.

When you press the same

button again, the indicator

goes off.

Note on the setting of the year

When you set the year, each time you press DAlE (+) the digits change as follows.

1993 _ t

1994 _

-*

2023

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Note on the time Indicator

The

internal

clock of this camcorder

12:00 AM stands for midnight.

12:00 PM stands for noon.

operates on a 12-hour cycle.

Make sure that the power

source Is Installed.

(1) While pressing the small blue button on the EJECT knob, slide it in the direction of the arrow.

"The cassette holder automatically lifts up and opens.

(2) Insert a tape with the window

facing out. (3) Close

the cassette holder by pressing

the "PUSH"

mark on the cassette holder.

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To Eject the Cassette

While pressing the small blue button on the EJECT knob, slide it in the direction of the arrow,

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Before you use the camcorder for the first time or after someone else has used it, focus the viewfinder lens. Make sure that the power source is attached to the camcorder.

(1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, slide it to CAMERA.

The lens cover opens.

(2) Turn STANDBY up. (3) Move the viewtinder lens adjustment lever so that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus.

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To adjust the picture quality

It you want to change hue, color and brightness of the picture displayed on the viewfinder

screen,

turn

the screws on the viewfinder slowly using a screwdriver (not supplied).

You do not need to adjust

them

in everyday

operation.

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BRIGHT

COLOR

HUE

Turn clockwise

More

brightness

More color intensity

Greenish

skin tones

Turn counterclockwise

Less brightness

Less color intensity

Reddish skin tones

Fo_ _a,_d-_e/d shots, you'll get better

results

by holding the camcorder according to the follow,rig

• Hold the camcorder firmly and secure it with the grip strap so that you can easily manipulate the

controls with your thumb.

[a]

• Place your right elbow against your side.

• Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it.

• Place your eye firmly against the viewfinder eyecup.

• Use the viewfinder frame as a guide to determine the horizontal plane.

• You can also record in a low position to get an interesting recording

angle.

Lift the vlewfinder up for recording from a low position.

(You can lift it up to 90 degrees.) Press REC START/STOP with your left thumb.

[b]

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.

If you have a tripod for a still camera, you can also use it with the camcorder (p. 42). When attaching a non-Sony tripod, make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 6.5 mm (9/32 in.) Otherwise, the screw may damage the inner parts of the camcorder.

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Make sure that the power source is installed and a cassette is inserted.

If you set the date (p. 12), the date is automatically recorded for 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 the camcorder is working perfectly.

(1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, slide it to CAMERA.

The lens cover opens.

(2) Close the AUTO LOCK cover.

Now all the camera functions activate automatically (i.e. focus, shutter speed).

(3) Turn STANDBY up. (4) Press START/STOP.

The camcorder starts recording.

The

"REC" indicator

appears

and the red lamp lights up in the viewfinder.

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AUTO DATE

JUL 4 1993

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To Stop Recording Momentarily

Press START/STOP again.

The "STBY" indicator appears in the viewfinder (Standby

mode).

To Finish Recording

Turn STANDBY down and slide the POWER switch to OFF. The lens cover closes.

Then, eject the tape (p. 13).

Notes on Standby mode

If you leave the camcorder in Standby mode for 5 minutes, the camcorder goes off automatically.

This prevents wearing down the battery and wearing out the tape.

To resume Standby mode, turn STANDBY down once and turn it to up again.

To start recording, press START/STOP.

Note on the tape counter

The tape counter several seconds indicates from the

the

actual

tecurdJ_lg

time.

of playback

To set the counter time.

Use to zero, it as press a guide.

RESET.

There will

be a time lag

of

Note on the AUTO DATE feature

You can change the AUTO DATE settings by selecting ON or OFF in the menu system.

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The AUTO DATE feature works once a day.

However, the date may automatically appear more than once a day when:

- you reset the date and time.

-you eject and insert the tape again.

- you stop recording within 10 seconds.

- you set AUTO DATE to OFF once and set to ON again in the menu system.

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Once the AUTO DATE feature turns off the date display 10 seconds after the start of recording, the date and time are displayed as follows:

- If the date display setting has been made, the date is displayed.

- If the time display setting has been made, the time is displayed.

- If neither display setting has been made, nothing is displayed.

Note on BEEP Feature

A beep sounds when you turn the power on or when you start recording and two beeps

sound when

you

stop recording, confirming the operation.

Several

beeps also sound as a warning

of any unusual condition

of the camcorder.

Note that the beep sound is not recorded

on the tape.

If you do not want to hear the beep sound, set BEEP to OFFin

the menu system (p. 32).

When movlng from Indoors to outdoors (or vlce versa)

Turn STANDBY up and point the camcorder at a white object for about 15 seconds so that the White balance is properly adjusted.

When there Is a strong wind

Set WIND to ON in the menu system (p. 32). The noise from the wind will be reduced.

The I¢_ indicator appears

in the viewfinder.

After recording, set WIND to OFF. If you leave it ON, the sound may be recorded unnaturally.

Note on recording

When

you record from the beginning of a tape, run the tape for about 15 seconds before

starting the actual recording.

This will ensure that you won't miss any start-up scenes when you play back the tape.

You can record tapes in SP (standard play) mode only.

To prevent accidental erasure, slide the tab on the cassette to expose the red mark.

If you try to record with the red mark exposed, the 18_ and A indicators flash in the viewfinder, and you cannot record.

To re-record on this tape, slide the tab back out covering the red mark.

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Using the Zoom Feature

Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the scene, You can also use the zoom to focus manually or to decide on a shooting

angle

before you start recording.

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)

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Zooming Speed (Dual speed zooming)

Press the power zoom button firmly for a high-speed zoom, press it softly for a relatively slow zoom,

When you shoot a subject using e telephoto zoom

If you cannot get a sharp focus while in extreme telephoto

zoom,

press the "W" side of the power zoom button until the focus is sharp.

You can shoot a subject that is at least 1 m (about 39 3/8 inches) away from the lens surface in the telephoto position.

Manuel focusing In macro

You can also shoot with manual focus

while

doing close-ups (p. 27).

Getting a Steady Picture

You can use the Steady Shot function to compensate for camera-shake.

Set STEADY SHOT to ON.

The _'ill" indicator appears in the viewfinder and the {{11))indicator appears in the display

window.

Use Steady Shot:

--When you zoom in

-When you shoot scenery from a car window

--When you shoot scenes while moving

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Set STEADY SHOT to OFF.

Notes on using Steady Shot

• To conserve the battery, set STEADY SHOT to OFF when you don't need it. When it is set to ON, battery power is used up more quickly.

• Steady Shot will not correct

excessive

camera movement.

• When you shoot stationary objects with a tripod, set STEADY SHOT to OFF.

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While you are recording, press DATE (+) or TIME (NEXT). The date or time displayed in the viewfinder is recorded

with the picture. You cannot record the date and time at the same time. Except for the date or

time indicator, no indicator in the viewfinder is recorded.

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TIME(NEXT)

To Stop Recording

with the Date

and Time

Press DATE (+) or TIME (NEXT) again. The date or time indicator disappears. The recording continues.

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Checking the Recorded Picture in the Viewfinder

Using EDITSEARCH, you can review the last recorded scene or check the recorded picture in the viewfinder.

(1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, slide it to CAMERA.

(2) Turn STANDBY up. (3) Press the - (_) plays back (Rec Review). side of EDITSEARCH momentarily; the last few seconds of the recorded portion

Keep

pressing EDITSEARCH

to play back the last recorded

portion (Edit Search),

+ side: to view

the forward playback picture

-

side: to view

the reverse playback picture

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Monitoring the Sound while Viewing the Playback Picture in the Viewflnder

Connect headphones (not supplied) to the PHONES jack. Play back the tape in PLAYER mode (p, 22).

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 tape, the transition between

the last scene you recorded and the next scene you record

will be

smooth.

Note on using EDITSEARCH

You cannot hear the recorded sound during Edit Search,

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ConneCting

to a TV or a VCR with Audio/Video Input Jacks .....

Connect the camcorder to the rv by using the supplied connecting cable.

Set the TV/VCR selector on the

TV to VCR.

When connecting the camcorder to VCR, set the input selector on the VCR to LINE.

AUDIO/VIDEO

: Signal flow

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If your TV or VCR is a monaural type, connect only the white plug for audio on both the camcorder the TV or the VCR. With this connection, the sound is in monaural.

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Connect the camcorder to the TV by using the supplied RFU adaptor.

Set the channel selector on the

RFU adaptor to 3CH or 4CH whichever is not used in your area.

Turn on the TV and select the

0 position.

Tune the TV so that you can get picture and sound from the camcorder.

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Playing Back a Tape

You can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder.

You can also monitor the picture on a TV screen, after connecting the camcorder to a TV or VCR (p. 21). You can use the supplied Remote Commander to control playback, if you want.

Before using the Remote Commander, slide the HOLD switch in the opposite direction of the arrow.

(1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, slide it to PLAYER.

(2) Insert the recorded tape with the window facing out. (3) Press

[>.

Playback starts.

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To stop playback,

press

17.

To rewind

the tape,

press <1<1.

To advance the tape rapidly, press I1_1_.

To play back at 1/5 speed, press I_.

When you use the Remote Commander

Make sure COMMANDER is set to ON in the menu system (p. 32), and the HOLD switch on the Remote

Commander is not working.

When you do not use the Remote

Commander,

prevent any misoperation.

slide the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow

to

Various Playback Modes

To view a still picture (Playback pause)

Press IIIduring playback.

To resume playback, press II or L>.

To locate a scene (Picture search)

Keep pressing .<1,41or Ilbl_during playback.

To resume normal playback, release the button.

To monitor the high-speed picture during advancing the tape or rewind (Skip scan)

Keep pressing press

E:>.

_

while

rewinding or _ while advancing the tape.

To resume normal playback,

To view the picture In a sequence of stop-motion Images

Press EDITSEARCH

in Playback pause mode.

If you keep pressing EDITSEARCH, you can view the picture

play back in the forward

(+) or reverse (-) direction.

Note on playback

• Streaks appear

and the sound is muted in the various playback modes.

• When

Playback pause

mode lasts for 5 minutes,

the camcorder automatically enters stop mode.

To display the vlewfinder screen Indicators on the TV

Press

DISPLAY

on the Remote Commander.

To erase

the indicators, press

it again.

To select the playback sound

Change the "HiFi SOUND" mode setting in the menu system (p. 32).

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You can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack (p. 6), house current, and 12/24 V car battery.

Choose the appropriate power source depending on where you want to use your camcorder.

Place

Indoors

Outdoors

In the car

House

Battery

Power source

current pack

12 V or 24 V car battery

AC-V55, AC-V35A

Accessory to be used

AC-V35

AC power adaptor (supplied), AC-S10,

NP-55H Battery pack (supplied), NP-80D, NP-80,

NP-77HD, NP-77H, NP-66H, NP-60D

DCP-77 DC pack i

Using House Current

To use the supplied AC-V35 AC power adaptor:

(1) Lift up the viewfinder.

(2) Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.

Connect the connecting plate to the battery mounting surface of the camcorder.

(3) Set the selector to VTR (DC OUT).

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Notes on the AC power adaptor

• The camcorder cannot be operated while charging the battery pack.

• The camcorder cannot be operated

unless

the selector is changed

to VTR (DC OUT) position,

• Keep the adaptor

away from the video equipment

if video operation

is disturbed.

• The POWER lamp will remain

lit for a while even

if the unit is unplugged after use. This is normal.

To remove

the connecting plate

The connecting plate is removed in the same way as the battery pack.

(p. 7)

Using a Car Baffery

...........

Use the DCP-77 DC pack (not supplied).

Connect the cord of the DC pack to the cigarette lighter socket of the car (12 V or 24 V). Connect the DC pack to the battery mounting surface of the camcorder.

To remove the DC pack

The DC pack is removed in the same way as the battery pack.

(p. 7)

Options for Charging the Battery Pack

• AC-S10 AC power adaptor:

You can charge a battery pack whether it is used up or not with this adaptor because it has a discharging function.

•

BC-Sl0 portable battery charger (ideal for travel):

You can charge a battery pack on 100-240 V AC current.

The camcorder's automatic functions offer you worry-free operation under most shooting conditions.

But in some circumstances, manual adjustment is better for creative recording.

Automatic Adjustment Mode

Close the AUTO LOCK cover.

In automatic mode, the camcorder sets the shutter speed to 1/60.

adjusts the focus automatically.

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In manual mode, you can adjust the focus m•nually,

PROGRAM AE modes to fit the shooting situation.

and select from four

Even it in manual mode, the settings you didn't adjust manually remain the same as when in •utomatic adjustment mode.

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Manual settings are saved in the following case: i When you resume automatic mode after you make manual adjustments ag•in.

and then select manu•l

• When you set the POWER switch to OFF.

However, m•nual settings are cancelled once 5 minutes pass if you have removed the battery.

mode

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When to Use Manual Focus

In the following cases you should obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually.

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• Insufficient light [a]

• Subjects with little contrast -walls, sky, etc. [b]

• Too much brightness behind the subject [c]

• Horizontal stripes [d]

• Subject through frosted glass

• Subjects beyond nets, etc.

• Bright subject or subject reflecting light

• Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod

Focusing Manually

When focusing manually, first focus in telephoto before recording, and then reset the shot length.

(1) Open the AUTO LOCK cover.

(2) Press FOCUS. The _ indicator appears in the viewfinder and FOCUS

MANUAL indicator appears in the display window.

(3) Keep pressing the "T" (telephoto) side of the power zoom button until the zooming stops.

(4) Turn the focus dial to achieve a sharp focus.

(5) Set the desired shot length.

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2

FOCUS

4

NEAR

FAR

To Reactivate Autofocuslng

Press FOCUS again, or close the AUTO LOCK cover.

The _

MANUAL indicator in the display window disappear.

Shooting

In relatively

dark places

Shoot at wide-angle after focusing in the telephoto position.

Note on the focus dial

The focus dial does not have a stop position.

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You can select from four PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shooting situation.

When you use PROGRAM AE, you can get a Portrait effect (the subject is in focus and the background is out of focus), capture high-speed action, or record night views.

Selecting the Best Mode

Select one of four modes, referring to the following.

I_ Portrait mode

•

A still subject such as a person or a flower

• Zooming in on a subject in the telephoto mode

•

A subject behind an obstacle such as a net

_1_ Sports mode

• Outdoor sports scene such as football, tennis, golf or skiing

•

A landscape

in a moving car

High-speed

shutter

mode

•

A golf swing or a tennis match in fine weather

with the ball captured clearly

•

Playing back certain scenes with high-speed movements in a clear, sharp picture

,,_ Twilight mode

Recording night views, neon signs or fireworks

Using the PROGRAM AE Function

(1) Open the AUTO LOCK cover, (2) Press PROGRAM AE. The indicator of the selected PROGRAM AE mode appears in the viewfinder

and the display

window.

2

PROGRAM

AE

Note on shutter

speed

The shutter speed in each PROGRAM AE mode is as follows:

Portrait

mode --

between 1/60 to 1/2000

Sports mode --

between 1/60 to 1/500

High-speed shutter mode1/4000

Twilight

mode --

1/60

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You can fade a picture m or out with sound to give your recording a professional appearance.

When fading in, you can make the picture gradually appear from black or mosaic while increasing the sound.

When fading out, you can make the picture gradually fade to black or mosaic while decreasing the sound.

When Fading in [a]

(1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press FADER.

(2) Press START/STOP.

The fade indicator stops flashing

and the recording

starts fading in.

When Fading out

[b]

(1) During recording, press FADER.

(2) Press START/STOP.

The fade indicator stops flashing and the picture fades out. Then, recording steps.

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Before pressing START/STOP, press FADER until the fade indicator disappears.

You can change the mode settings in tile menu system to further enjoy the features and functions.

(1) Lift up the viewfinder.

(2) Press MENU to display the menu in the viewfinder.

([a] Menu for CAMERA mode, [b] Menu for PLAYER mode) (3) Press ITEM to move the cursor • and select the desired item.

(4) Press SET to move the cursor • or O and set the desired mode.

If you want to change the other modes, repeat steps 3 and 4. (5) Press MENU to erase the menu display.

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IbAUTO DATE OON

BEEP eON

• OFF

OFF

OFF

ON

OFF

WIND

[MENU : END

• ON

[b]

BEEP

EDIT

[MENU : END

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MENU

Note on the cursor O

The settings

of items marked with the cursor O are retained

even when the battery is removed, as long as the lithium battery is in place.

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Selecting the Mode Setting of Each Item

AUTO DATE <ONIOFF>

In PLAYER mode, this option is not displayed,

• Select ON to record the date for 10 seconds after

recording has started.

• Select OFF for not recording

the date.

COMMANDER <ONIOFF>

•

Select ON when using the supptied Remote Commander for the camcorder.

•

Setect OFF when not using the Remote Commander.

BEEP <ON/OFF>

•

Select ON to hear the beep sound.

• Select OFF otherwise.

WIND <ONIOFF>

In PLAYER

mode, this option

is not displayed.

• Select ON when

recording in a strong wind.

•

Normally select OFF.

EDIT <ONIOFF>

In CAMERA mode, this option is not displayed.

•

Select ON to minimize picture deterioration when editing.

•

Select OFF otherwise,

HIFI SOUND <STEREOIll2>

In CAMERA mode, this option is not displayed.

•

Normally select STEREO.

• Select 1 or 2 to play back a dua! sound track tape.

You can create your own video program by editing with any other _ 8 mm, II'lilfl Hi8, lVlI_ VHS,

rD_li_

S-VHS, audio/video

_ inputs.

VHSC, _ S-VHSC, r[] Betamax or _ ED 8etamax VCR that has

Before Editing

Connect the camcorder to the VCR using the A/V connecting

cable (supplied).

(p. 21)

Set the input selector

on the VCR to LINE,

if available.

(1) Set the POWER switch to PLAYER. (2) Set EDIT to ON in the menu system

(p. 32).

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MENU

COMMANDER

eON

BEEP eON

• EDIT

OFF

HiFI SOUND

•STEREO

OFF

OFF

• ON

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VCR

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If your VCR is a monaural

type, connect

only the white plug for audio on both the camcorder and VCR.

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Starting Editing

(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 set the camcorder in the Playback pause mode.

(3) On the VCR, locate the recording start point and set the VCR in the recording pause mode.

(4) Press

II

on the eamcorder and

VCR simultaneously to start editing.

To Ed|t More Scenes

Repeat steps 2 to 4.

To Stop Editing Momentarily

Press II on the VCR.

To Stop Editing

Press [] on both the camcorder and the VCR,

Use of the EDITSEARCH button

You can play back the tape

in normal/reverse

direction by keep pressing

EDITSEARCH during Playback pause

mode.

You can also play back still pictures successively at specific intervals by pressing

EDITSEARCH

intermittently.

Note on the EDIT mode

When you set EDIT to ON in the menu

system,

you can keep picture deterioration

resulting from editing

to a minimum,

However,

when you edit or copy to another

VCR, avoid using the edited tape for multiple generations of editing.

After

editing,

be sure to set EDIT to OFF.

Note on the DISPLAY function

If you have displayed

the viewfinder screen indicators on the TV, erase the indicators by pressing

DISPLAY on the Remote

Commander

so that they will not be superimposed on the edited tape.

Additional Information

]he playback been recorded•

SP mode.

mode (SP or LP) is selected

The

quality of the recorded automatically picture according in LP mode, to however, the

format

will in which the tape has not be as good as

that

in

Note on AFM Hi-Fi stereo

When you play back a tape, the sound is in monaural if:

• You record the tape

using

this camcorder,

then play if back on an AFM Hi-Fi monaural

video recorder/player.

• You record the tape on an AFM Hi-Fi

monaural video recorder, then play if back on this camcorder.

Dual sound

You can play back a dual sound track tape.

Set HiFi SOUND to "1" or "2" in the menu

system.

(p. 32)

LP (long play) mode

When you play back a tape recorded in LP mode, the LP indicator lights up in the viewfinder.

This camcorder cannot record a tape in LP mode.

Foreign

8 mm video

You cannot play back software recorded on a different TV color system.

Because the TV color systems

differ from country to country, you may not be able to play back foreign

pre-recorded software.

Refer to

page 39 to check the TV color system of foreign

countries.

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If the camcorder the camcorder,

is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place,

moisture

may condense

inside

on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or the unit may not operate correctly.

To prevent possible damage under these circumstances, the camcorder is furnished with moisture

sensors.

However, take the following precautions.

Inside the Camcorder

When the [] and A.

indicators

flash

in the viewfinder, moisture has condensed inside the camcorder.

If this happens,

no other functions except for tape ejection

will work.

Eject the tape, turn off the camcorder and leave

It with the cassette

holder

open for at least one hour In

a dry place.

The camcorder

can be used again if the []

indicator

does not appear when the power is turned on again. o=

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On the Surface of the Tape

If there is moisture on the surface of the tape, when the cassette is inserted and a tape transport button is pressed, the __._indicator in the viewfinder flashes.

In this case, no other functions except for tape ejection will work. Ejecl Ihe tape, turn off the camcorder

and leave It with the cassette

holder open for at least one hour in a dry place. The camcorder can be used again if the A

indicator

does

not appear when you insert the cassette and press one of the tape transport

buttons.

On the

Lens

If moisture

condenses

on the lens, no indicator appears, but the picture becomes dim. Turn off the power

and do not use the camcorder for about

one hour.

How to Prevent Moisture Condensation

When bringing the camcorder

from

a cold place to a warm place, put the carncorder in a plastic bag and allow

it to adapt

to room conditions over a period of time.

(1) Be sure to tightly seal the plastic bag containing

the camcorder.

(2) Remove the bag when the air temperature

inside it has reached the temperature surrounding it (after about 1 hour).

Video Head Cleaning

To ensure clear pictures, clean the video heads periodically.

hardly visible, the video heads may be contaminated.

When playback

pictures are "noisy"

or

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[a] Slight contamination

[b] Critical

contamination

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.

(Do not repeat cleaning more than 5 times.)

Caution

Do not use a commercially available

wet-type cleaning cassette.

It may

damage the video heads.

Note

If the V8-25CLH cleaning cassette is not available in your area, consult

your Sony service

facility.

Removing Dust from Inside the Viewfinder

(1) While pressing down the hook, slide the viewfinder barrel in the direction of the arrow and remove it from the viewfinder.

(2) Clean the surface with a commercially available blower.

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Camcorder Operation a Operate the camcorder on 6.0 V (battery pack) or 7,5 V (AC power adaptor),

• For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in this manual.

• Should any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug the camcorder and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

• Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder [a].

• Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock.

Be particularly careful of the lens.

• Keep the POWER switch set to OFF when not using the camcorder.

• Do not wrap up the camcorder and operate it since heat may build up internally.

• Keep the camcorder away from strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration.

•

Do not let sand get Into the camcorder.

When you use the camcorder on a sandy beach or dusty place, protect

It from the sand or dust. Sand or dust may cause the unit to malfunction

and sometimes

the malluncUon

cannot be repaired [b].

• Do not let the camcorder get wet. Keep the camcorder away from rain or sea water.

It may cause the unit to malfunction and sometimes the malfunction cannot be repaired [c].

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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, thickness of tape, or if the tab is out or in, etc.

Camcorder Care

•

When the camcorder is not to be used for a long time, disconnect the power source and remove

the tape. Periodically turn on the power, operate the camera and player sections

and play back a tape for about

3 minutes.

• C_ean the Lens with a soft brush

to remove

dust. If there are fingerprints

on it, remove them with a soft cloth.

• Clean the camcorder

body with a dry soft cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent

solution.

Do not use any type of solvent which may damage

the finish.

AC Power Adaptor

Charging

• Repeated charging whiJe some capaclty remalns causes a lowerlng of battery oepeclty.

However, the orlglnal battery capacity can be recovered if you use the battery completely and charge it fully again.

• Charge the battery pack on a flat place

without vibration.

• The battery pack will get hot during charging.

This is normal.

• Video equipment cannot be operated while charging the battery pack.

Do not continuously recharge a charged battery pack as that will cause the battery peck efficiency to deteriorate.

Charging temperature

The temperature range for charging is 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F).

However, to provide maximum battery

efficiency,

the recommended temperature range when charging is 10°C to 30°C (5O°F to 86°F).

Others

•

The AC power cord should only be changed at a qualified

service shop.

•

The nameplate indicating operating voltage, power consumption, etc. is located on the bottom.

•

A negligible

amount

of electric

current will flow into the AC power adaptor

(even with the selector in the center position)

as long as the AC power adaptor

is plugged

into the

wall outlet.

•

Unplug the unit from

the wall (mains) outlet when

not in use for a long time. To disconnect

the cord

(mains lead), 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.

• Be sure that nothing metallic comes into contact with the metal parts of the connecting plate.

If this happens,

a short may occur and the unit may be damaged.

• Always

keep the metal contacts clean.

• Do not disassemble

the unit.

• Do not apply mechanical shock or drop the unit.

• While the unit is in use, particularly during charging,

keep it away from

AM receivers and video

equipment

because it will disturb AM reception and video operation.

• The unit becomes warm while

in use. This is normal.

• Do not place the unit in locations that are:

- Extremely hot or cold

- Dusty or dirty

- Very humid

- Vibrating

If any difficulty should arise, unplug

the unit and contact your nearest

Sony dealer.

Each country iaas its own electricity and TV color systems.

Before using your camcor(;ler abroad, check the following points.

You can use your camcorder in any country 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].

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[b]

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This camcorder is an NTSC system based camcorder.

If you want to view the playback picture on a TV, it must be an NTSC system based TV or a PAL-M system based TV with an NTSC/PAL-M transcoder.

Check the following list.

NTSC system countries

Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Jamaica, Japan, Korea,

Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the U.S.A., Venezuela, etc.

PAL system countries

Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Denmark, Finland, former West Germany, Great Britain, Holland,

Hong Kong, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Singapore, Spain, Sweden,

Switzerland, Thailand, etc.

PAL-M system country

Brazil

PAL-N system countries

Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay

SECAM system countries

Bulgaria, France, Guiana, Hungary, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Poland,

former

Soviet Union, etc.

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[]

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OWER switch (p. 16. 22)

_-]

FOCUS button (p. 27)

_-_

Focus dial (p. 2;')

]PROGRAM AE button (p. 29)

]STEADY

_]

SHOT switch (p. 19)

BATT (battery

eject) knob (p. 7)

]

Eyecup

]

[]

J_ Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 14)

_7

Power zoom button (p. 18)

]

REC START/STOP

button (p. 15)

_1"_ Menu operation

buttons (p. 31)

]

START/STOP button (p. 16)

STANDBY switch (p. 16)

AUTO LOCK cover (p. 16, 25)

[]

[]

]

]

_Tape

[] transport

(stop) buffone

REW (rewind)

(playback)

FF (fastforward)

II PAUSE

(p, 22) liP-

SLOW (slow

playback)

_

DITSEARCH button (p, 20)

Built-in microphone (stereo)

Remote sensor (p, 45)

Aim the Remote Commander here for remote control.

[_

]

]FADER

_

button

Vlewflnder

(p. 14, 16)

[2"_ Camera

recordlnglbattery

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Display window (p. 43, 50) lamp

DATE (+) and TIME (NEXT) buttons (p, 12)

RESET button (p. 17)

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EJECT switch (p, 13)

Battery mounting surface (p. 7)

REMOTE

_,_ (LANC) control jack

_,_ stands for Local Application

Control Bus

System. The (,_ control jack Is used for controlling the tape transport of vldeo equipment and peripherals connected to it.

This jack has the same function as the jack

Indicated as CONTROL L or REMOTE.

PHONES (headphones) jack

(stereo mini jack)

Hooks for shoulder

strap (p. 45)

Grip strap (p. 15)

[]

[]

_]

Lithium battery compartment (p. 10)

1-3--_Cassette holder (p. 13)

]

MIC jack (PLUG IN POWER)

Connect an optional external microphone

(stereo or monaural).

"plug-in-power"

This jack microphone.

also accepts a

['_ AudiolVideo output jacks (p. 21)

]

RFU DC OUT (RFU adaptor

(p. 21)

DC output) jack

1_1 Jack cover

I-_ Tripod receptacle (p. 15)

Operation Indicators

For detairs on each indicator, refer to the pages indicated in the parenthesis.

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[-_

WIND indicator

(p. 17)

_ Manual

focusing

(p. 27)

PROGRAM

STEADY

AE indicator

SHOT indicator

(p. 28, 29)

(p. 19)

]

]

]

] FADER

Power

]Warning indicator zoom indicator indicators

(p. 30)

(p. 18)

(p. 50)

Recording lamp/Battery lamp

Lights up when playing back a tape recorded in LP mode.

I-_

Tape transport mode (p. 22)

_] Tape counter (p. 17)

]

] Remaining tape

indicator

]

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Remaining

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Sill i i\" battery indicator (p. 8, 50)

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AUTO DATE indicator (p. 16, 17)

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]

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Date or Time (p. 12)

Tape counter, time or date indicator (p. 12, 17)

STEADY SHOT indicator {p. 19)

]

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FOCUS MANUAL indicator (p. 27)

[_] Remaining battery indicator (p. 8, 50)

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PROGRAM

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Remote Commander

The buttons

that have the same name on the Remote Commander and on the camcorder function

identically.

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_1

Transmitter

Point toward

the remote sensor to control

the camcorder

after turning on the POWER switch on the camcorder.

[_

Tape transport buttons

I_ DISPLAY button

]

]

[4-]

Size AA (R6) battery holder (p. 11)

]

HOLD Switch

STARTISTOP button

Power zoom button

The zooming

speed is unchangeable in the

Remote

Commander.

Using the Remote Commander

Make sure that the COMMANDER mode is set to ON in the menu system

on the camcorder, and that the

HOLD switch on the Remote Commander

is not working.

Remote Control Direction

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 and the Remote

Commander.

• This camcorder 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.

If you use another Sony VCR at commander mode VTR 2, we recommend you change the commander mode or cover the remote sensor of the VCR with black paper.

Attach the supplied shoulder strap to the hooks for the shoulder strap (p. 42).

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Video Camera Recorder

System

Video recording system

Two rotary

heads,

Helical

scanning

FM system

Audio recording system

Video signal

Usable cassette

Rotary heads, FM system

NTSC color, EIA standards

8 mm video format

cassette

Tape speed

(standard

6 ram)

SP mode: Approx.

1.43 cm

(19/32 inches)/second

LP mode: Approx.

0.72 cm

(5/16 inches)lsecond

(playback only)

Recording time

SP mode: 2 hours (P6-120)

Playback time SP mode: 2 hours (P6-120)

LP mode: 4 hours (P6-120)

Fastforward/rewind time

Approx. 6 min.

30 sec. (P6-120)

Image device

Viewfinder

Lens

CCD (Charge

Electronic

Combined

Coupled viewfinder

10 x power

Device)

(color) zoom f= 6.1 to 61 mm (1/4 to 2 7/16 lens inches) (44 to 440 mm when converted to a 35 mm still camera)

F 1.6 to 3.1

Filter diameter 52 mm (2 1/8 inches)

TTL autofocus system inner locus

wide

macro system

Colour temperature

Auto

Minimum illumination

1 Ix (F 1.6)

Illumination range

1 Ix to 100,000 Ix

Recommended illumination

More than 100 Ix

OUtput conn_

Video

Audio

output

output

Phono jack, 1 Vp-p, 75 _, unbalanced, sync negative

Phone jacks (2: stereo L and R)

-7.5

dSs, (at output impedance

RFU DC OUT

Headphones jack

47 k_) impedance less than 2.2 k_

Special minijack, DC 5 V

Remote

MIC jack jack

Stereo minijack

Stereo mini-minijack (o 2.5 ram)

Stereo minijack, -66 dBs low

impedance

with 2.5 to 3 V DC, output impedance 6.8 k_ (e 3.5 mm)

General

Power requirements

On battery mounting surface

6.0 V (battery pack)

7.5 V (AC power adaptor)

Average power consumption

6.0 W (camera recording) including

Installation the viewfinder

Vertically,

Operating temperature

Horizontally

0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Storage temperature

Dimensions

-20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F)

Approx.

109 x 109 x 197 mm (w/h/d)

Mass

(4 3/8 x 4 3/8 x 7 4/8 inches)

About 920 g (2 Ib) excluding the battery pack, lithium battery, cassette, and shoulder strap

About 1140 g (2 Ib 7 oz) including the battery pack NP-55H, lithium battery CR2025, cassette P6-120, and shoulder strap

Microphone Electret condenser microphone, stereo type

Supplied accessories

See page 5.

Power requirements

110-240 V AC*, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption

20 W

Output voltage DC OUT: 7.5 V, 1.6 A in operating mode

Application

Battery charge terminal: 10 V, 1.3 A in charge mode

Sony battery packs NP-55H, NP-60D,

NP-66H, NP-77H/77HD, NP-80/80D

Operating temperature

0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Storage

temperature

-20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F)

Dimensions Approx.

170 x 41.6 x 82 mm (w/h/d)

(6 3/4 x 1 11/16 x 3 1/4 inches) including projecting parts and controls

Mass Approx.

520 g (18 oz)

* Canadian Standard Association (CSA) certifies

120 V AC only.

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

If you run into any problem using the catllcorder, 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.

D.

Symptom

The power is not on.

The power goes off.

The battery pack is quickly discharged.

START/STOP does not operate.

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The cassette cannot be removed from the holder.

No function except for cassette ejection works.

The tape does not move when a tape transport button is pressed.

The STEADY SHOT function does not activate.

The autofocusing function does not work.

Cause

The battery pack is not attach ed.

The battery is dead.

The AC power adaptor is not connected to a wall outlet.

While being operated in

CAMERA mode, the camcorder has been in the Standby mode for more than 5 minutes.

The battery is dead.

The ambient temperature is too low.

The battery pack has not been charged fully.

The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged.

The tape is stuck to the drum.

The tape has run out.

The POWER switch is set to PLAYER.

The tab on the cassette is out (red).

The battery is dead.

CorrecUve Actions

Attach the battery pack.

Use a charged battery pack.

Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall outlet.

Turn STANDBY down once and turn it up again.

Use a charged battery pack.

Charge the battery pack again.

Use another battery pack.

Eject the tape.

Rewind the tape or use a new one,

Set it to CAMERA.

Use a new tape or slide the tab.

Moisture

condensation has occurred.

The POWER switch is set to CAMERA or OFF.

The tape has run out.

STEADY SHOT is set to

OFF.

Use a charged battery pack or the AC power adaptor.

Remove the cassette and leave the camcorder for at least an hour.

Set it to PLAYER.

Rewind the tape or use a new one.

Set STEADY SHOT to ON.

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6

8

6

13

22

16

17

6

24

35

22

22

19

16

25

No sound or only a low

sound is heard

when

playing back a tape.

The AUTO LOCK cover is

open.

Shooting conditions not suitable for autofocusing are operation.

The stereo tape is played back with HiFi

SOUND set to "1" or "2" in the menu system.

Close the AUTO LOCK cover.

Open the AUTO LOCK cover and

)ress FOCUS to adjust the focus manually.

Set to "STEREO" in the menu system,

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Excessive high-pitched sound is heard.

The image on the

viewfinder screen

is not c_ear.

A vertical band appears when a subject such as lights or a candle flame is shot against a dark background.

The menu is not displayed on the TV.

The work.

There

Symptom

playback not clear.

The picture

The supplied

Commander is dust viewfinder.

picture is "noisy".

Remote does not in the is

Cause

The picture has been recorded with WIND set to ON in the menu

system.

The viewfinder lens is not adjusted.

The contrast between

subject and background is too high.

the

Corrective

When there is no wind, set the selector to OFF.

Adjust the viewfinder

Actions

lens.

The camcorder

Change locations.

is not malfunctioning.

DISPLAY on the Remote

Commander has not been pressed.

EDIT is set to ON in the menu system.

The video heads may be dirty.

COMMANDER is set to

OFF in the menu system.

Something is blocking the infrared rays.

The battery is not inserted with the correct polarity.

The battery is dead.

The HOLD switch is working.

Press

DISPLAY

on the Remote

Commander.

Set it to OFF.

Clean the

V8-25CLH

Set it to ON.

Remove

Insert polarity.

Insert the heads cleaning the obstacle, battery a new one.

using the Sony cassette.

with the correct

Set the switch in the opposite direction of the arrow.

Remove the viewfinder barrel and clean the viewfinder screen or viewfinder lens.

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23

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11

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34

36

44

_ AC Power

Adaptor

Symptom

i.

g

The POWER lamp does

_

The CHARGE lamp flashes,

When the CHARGE Lamp Flashes

Check through the following chart.

Cause

--

Corrective Actions

Set the selector to the center position about one minute, reconnect the power cord and set the selector to

CHARGE again.

See the following chart.

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Remove the battery pack from the AC power adaptor.

___ Install the same

+

If the CHARGE lamp flashes again, install another battery pack.

If the CHARGE lamp lights up and goes out after a while, the battery pack is operating correctly.*

htsup

pack firstly installed.

goes out the after battery a

I_ 1

The problem is with the AC power adaptor.

Please contact your nearest Sony dealer.

I The CHARGE lamp flashes.

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* If you use a battery pack which you have just bought

or which

has been left unused for a long time, the CHARGE lamp may flash at the first charging.

But this is not a problem.

Repeat again to charge with the same battery pack.

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Warning Indicators

if indicators flash in the viewfinder and in the display window or a caution lamp on the camcorder flashes, check the following:

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[-1-] The battery is weak or dead.

Slow flashing: The battery

is weak.

Fast flashing: The battery is dead.

] The tape is near the end.

The flashing is slow.

_1 The tape has run out.

The flashing becomes rapid.

] No tape has been

inserted.

_ he tab on the tape is out (red),

_-_ Moisture condensation has occurred.

(p. 35)

[-_ The video heads may be contaminated.

(p, 36)

] Some other trouble has occurred.

Disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized facility.

] The lithium battery is weak or is not installed.

(p. 11)

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A

AC power adaptor ..............

6, 24

Adjusting viewfinder ..............

14

AFM Hi-Fi Sound ....................

35

AUTO DATE ............................

Auto focus ...............................

AUTO LOCK ............................

16

27

25

A/V connecting cable .............

21

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Camera recording ..................

16

Car battery ..............................

24

Charging battery ......................

6

Cleaning video heads ............

36

Clock set .................................

Connection ..............................

12

21

F, G, H

FADER .....................................

30

Fade-in/Fade-out

Fastforward

....................

.............................

30

22

High-speed shutter mode ...... 28

HOLD .......................................

22

B

Battery pack .............................

BEEP .......................................

6

32

I, J, K, L

LANC _,_ .................................

42

Lithium battery .......................

10

M, N, O, P

Manual focus ..........................

26

Menu system ..........................

M. FADER ...............................

31

30

MIC (microphone) jack ...........

42

Playback on TV .......................

21

Playback pause ......................

23

Portrait mode ..........................

28

Power

sources

........................

24

Power zoom ............................

18

PROGRAM AE ........................

28

D, E

DATE/TIME

.............................

DISPLAY ..................................

EDIT .........................................

Editing .....................................

EDITSEARCH ..........................

EJECT ......................................

12

23

34

33

20

13

Q, R

Rec review ..............................

Remote Commander ..............

20

44

Remote control jack ...............

42

RESET .....................................

17

Rewind ....................................

22

RFU adaptor ............................

21

Shoulder strap ........................

45

Skip scan ................................

23

Sports mode ...........................

STANDBY ................................

Standby mode .........................

STEADY SHOT ........................

Supplied accessories

28

16

16

19

...............

5

T, U, V

Tape counter .....................

17, 43

Tripod mounting .....................

15

Trouble check .........................

47

Twilight mode .........................

28

W, X, Y, Z

WIND

.......................................

Zoom .......................................

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18

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II you have arly question about this product, call:

Sony Customer Information Center

East Coast: 201-930-7669 (SONY) NJ

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or write to:

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