Sony CCD TRV 64 E manual

3-859-616- 71 (1) Video Camera Recor der Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ©1997 by Sony Corporation CCD-TRV64E[...]

2 W elcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam Vision™ camcorder. With your Handycam Vision you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam Vision is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use. You will soon be producing home video that you can en[...]

3 T able of contents Before you begin Using this manual ................................... 4 Checking supplied accessories .............. 5 Getting started Charging and installing the battery pack .................................................... 6 Inserting a cassette .................................. 9 Basic operations Camera recording .....[...]

4 As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the camcorder are shown in capital letters. e.g. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. As indicated with ≥ in the illustrations, you can hear the beep sound to confirm your operation. Note on TV colour systems TV colour systems differ from country to country. To view your recordings on a TV, yo[...]

5 Checking supplied accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 74) 2 AC-V316 AC power adaptor (1) (p. 6,24) 3 NP-F530 Battery pack (1) (p. 6,24) 4 CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p. 51) The lithium battery is already installed in your camcorder. Before you begin 1 3 4 5 67 2 5 [...]

6 Charging time Battery pack NP-F530 (supplied) NP-F730 NP-F930 Charging time* (min.) 170 (110) 250 (190) 330 (270) Before using your camcorder, you first need to charge and install the battery pack. To charge the battery pack, use the supplied AC power adaptor. This camcorder operates with the “InfoLITHIUM“ battery. If you use any other batter[...]

7 Getting started NP-F530 (supplied) 150 (135) 110 (100) 85 (75) 60 (55) 110 (100) NP-F730 305 (275) 255 (230) 175 (155) 145 (130) 255 (230) Battery pack Continuous recording time* Typical recording time** Playing time on LCD Battery life Upper numbers are the time when recording with the viewfinder. Lower numbers are the time when recording with t[...]

8 BATT RELEASE (PUSH) Charging and installing the battery pack Installing the battery pack Align the grooves of the battery pack with the receptacles of the camcorder and slide the battery pack down until it catches on the battery release lever and clicks. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder securely. Note on installing the NP-F930 battery pac[...]

9 Getting started EJECT Inserting a cassette Make sure that the power source is installed. When you want to record in the Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassette H . ( 1 ) While pressing the small blue button on the EJECT switch, slide it in the direction of the arrow. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens. ( 2 ) Insert a cassette wi[...]

10 2 3 1 CAMERA POWER OFF VTR START/STOP L O C K S T A N D B Y START/STOP L O C K S T A N D B Y H STBY 0:00:00 40 min. 40 min. AUTO DATE REC 0:00:01 SP Basic operations Camera r ecording Make sure that the power source is installed and a cassette is inserted and that the START/STOP MODE switch inside the LCD panel is set to . Before you record one-[...]

11 Basic operations START/STOP L O C K S T A N D B Y START/STOP L O C K S T A N D B Y To stop recording momentarily [a] Press START/STOP again. The “STBY” indicator appears in the viewfinder (Standby mode) . To finish recording [b] Press START/STOP again. Turn STANDBY down to LOCK and set the POWER switch to OFF. Then, eject the cassette and re[...]

12 Camera recording Notes on recording mode • This camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode. The playback quality in LP mode, however, will not be as good as that in SP mode. • When a tape recorded on this camcorder in LP mode is played back on other types of 8mm camcorders or VCRs, the playback qua[...]

13 Basic operations W T T W T W Using the zoom feature Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the scene. For more professional-looking recordings, use the zoom function sparingly. “T” side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) “W” side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away) Camera recordin[...]

14 Camera recording To extend the recording time in 5SEC mode Press START/STOP again before all the dots disappear. Recording continues for about 5 seconds from the moment you press START/STOP. Notes on START/STOP mode • If you have turned off the indicators on the LCD screen, the dots do not appear. • You cannot use FADER in 5SEC or mode. 2 1 [...]

15 Basic operations 2 1 1 2 Backlighting the LCD screen If the LCD screen is insufficiently illuminated even after adjusting LCD BRIGHT, select LCD B. L. in the menu system and set to BRIGHT. You can select LCD B. L. only while using the battery pack as a power source. Notes on the LCD panel • When closing the LCD panel, turn it vertically until [...]

16 Letting the subject monitor the shot You can turn the LCD panel over so that it faces the other way and you can let the subject monitor the shot while shooting with the viewfinder. Turn the LCD panel vertically first until it clicks, then turn it over. The indicator appears on the LCD screen (Mirror mode) and the date and remaining tape indicato[...]

17 Basic operations Hints for better shooting 2 1 3 • Place your right elbow against your side. • Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it. Be sure to not touch the built-in microphone. • Place your eye firmly against the viewfinder eyecup. • Use the viewfinder frame as a guide to determine the horizontal plane. • You can al[...]

18 Cautions on the viewfinder and the LCD • Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder or by the LCD panel [ c ] . • Do not place the camcorder so as to point the viewfinder or the LCD screen toward the sun. The inside of the viewfinder may be damaged. Be careful when placing the camcorder under sunlight or by a window [ d ] . Hints for bet[...]

19 Basic operations EDITSEARCH 2 CAMERA POWER OFF VTR START/STOP L O C K S T A N D B Y EDITSEARCH 1 EDITSEARCH 3 Checking the recor ded pictur e Using EDITSEARCH, you can review the last recorded scene or check the recorded picture in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. ( 1 ) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to CAM[...]

20 1 2 3 4 5 CAMERA POWER OFF VTR VOLUME STOP REW FF PAUSE REC PLAY Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. ( 1 ) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to VTR. The video control buttons light up. ( 2 ) Insert the recorded tape with the window facing out. ( 3 ) While pressing OPEN, open[...]

21 Basic operations 20° When monitoring on the LCD screen You can turn the LCD panel over and move back to the camcorder with the LCD screen facing out [ a ] . You can adjust the angle of the LCD screen by turning the LCD screen up to 20 degrees [ b ] . Playing back a tape Using the remote commander You can control playback using the supplied Remo[...]

22 Various playback modes You can enjoy clear pictures on the LCD screen during still, slow and picture search. (Crystal-clear still/slow/picture search) To view a still picture (playback pause) Press P during playback. To resume playback, press P or · . To locate a scene (picture search) Keep pressing 0 or ) during playback. To resume normal play[...]

23 Basic operations 2 1 END SEARCH You can go to the end of the recorded portion after you record and play back the tape to make the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene smooth. The tape starts rewinding or fast-forwarding and the last 5 seconds (10 seconds in LP mode) of the recorded portion play back. Then the tape st[...]

24 Place Indoors Outdoors In the car Power source Mains Battery pack 12 V or 24 V car battery Accessory to be used Supplied AC power adaptor Battery pack NP-F530 (supplied), NP-F730, NP-F930 Sony car battery charger DC-V515A 2 1 To remove the connecting plate The connecting plate is removed in the same way as the battery pack. WARNING The mains lea[...]

25 Advanced operations Using alternative power sources Using a car battery Use Sony DC-V515A car battery charger (not supplied). Connect the car battery cord to the cigarette lighter socket of a car (12 V or 24 V). Connect the car battery cord to the camcorder in the same way as you connect the AC power adaptor. To remove the car battery charger Th[...]

26 1 ON 4 CAMERA VTR 2 3 MENU COMMANDER EDIT HiFi SOUND REC MODE NTSC PB TBC DNR [MENU]: END OFF MENU WIND COMMANDER ORC TO SET REC MODE TITLE COL TITLE POS TITLE1 SET [MENU]: END 1 1 2 2 OFF MENU WIND COMMANDER ORC TO SET REC MODE TITLE COL TITLE POS TITLE LANG [MENU]: END ON OFF MENU BEEP [MENU]: END ON OFF MENU BEEP [MENU]: END OFF MENU TITLE1 S[...]

27 Advanced operations Selecting the mode setting of each item Items for both CAMERA and VTR modes COMMANDER <ON/OFF> • Select ON when using the supplied Remote Commander for the camcorder. • Select OFF when not using the Remote Commander. REC MODE* <SP/LP> • Select SP when recording in SP (standard play) mode. • Select LP when [...]

28 Changing the mode settings D ZOOM* <ON/OFF> • Select ON to activate digital zooming. • Select OFF to not use the digital zoom. The camcorder goes back to 15x zoom. 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. AUTO DATE* <O[...]

29 Advanced operations Changing the mode settings Items for VTR mode only EDIT <ON/OFF> • Select ON to minimize picture deterioration when editing. • Normally select OFF. HiFi SOUND <STEREO/1/2> • Normally select STEREO. • Select 1 or 2 to play back a dual sound track tape. NTSC PB* <ON PAL TV/NTSC 4.43> • Normally selec[...]

30 Fade-in and fade-out You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. When fading in, the picture gradually fades in from black or mosaic while the sound increases. When fading out, the picture gradually fades to black or mosaic while the sound decreases. When fading in [a] ( 1 ) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, pr[...]

31 Advanced operations [b] CINEMA [a] [c] [e] [f] CINEMA 16:9 FULL 16:9 FULL [d] Selecting the desired mode You can record a cinemalike picture (CINEMA) or a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9 FULL). Using the wide mode function CINEMA Black bands appear at the top and the bottom of the screen, and the viewfinder or LCD scr[...]

32 16:9 FULL CINEMA 16:9 WIDE Using the wide mode function While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press 16:9 WIDE repeatedly so that the desired mode indicator appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. To cancel wide mode Press 16:9 WIDE repeatedly until the wide mode indicator disappears. To watch the tape recorded in wide mode To watch the[...]

33 Advanced operations Enjoying pictur e 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 animated cartoon. NEG. ART [b] The colour and brigtness of the picture is reversed. SEPIA The picture is sepia. [...]

34 PICTURE EFFECT 1 2 PASTEL NEG. ART SEPIA B & W SOLARIZE MOSAIC SLIM STRETCH SEL/ PUSH EXEC Using picture effect function ( 1 ) Press PICTURE EFFECT. ( 2 ) Turn the control dial to select the desired picture effect mode. To turn off picture effect Press PICTURE EFFECT. The indicator in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen goes out. Note on the[...]

35 Advanced operations [a] [b] [c] [d] Focusing manually 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 ] • Horizontal stripes [ d ] • Subjects [...]

36 Focusing manually When focusing manually, first focus in telephoto before recording, and then reset the shot length. ( 1 ) Set FOCUS to MANUAL. The f indicator appears in the viewfinder. ( 2 ) Move the power zoom lever to the “T” side until the lever reaches the end. ( 3 ) Turn the NEAR/FAR dial to achieve a sharp focus. ( 4 ) Set the desire[...]

37 Advanced operations Using the PROGRAM AE function Selecting the best mode You can select one of six PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shooting situation, referring to the following. Spotlight mode For subjects in spotlight, such as at the theatre or a formal event. a Soft Portrait mode For zooming in on a still subject in telephoto m[...]

38 Using the PROGRAM AE function (1) Press PROGRAM AE. (2) Turn the control dial to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode. To turn off program AE Press PROGRAM AE. Notes on focus setting • In the Spotlight, Sports lesson and Beach & Ski modes, you cannot take close-ups because the camcorder is set to focus only on subjects in the middle to far d[...]

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

40 [ a ] • The background is too bright (back lighting) • Insufficient light: most of the picture is dark [ b ] • Bright subject and dark background • To record the darkness faithfully Adjusting the exposure ( 1 ) Press EXPOSURE. ( 2 ) Turn the control dial to adjust the brightness. To return to automatic exposure mode Press EXPOSURE again.[...]

41 Advanced operations ON OFF STEADY SHOT When you shoot, the indicator appears in the viewfinder. This indicates that the Steady Shot function is working and the camcorder compensates for camera-shake. You can release the Steady Shot function when you do not need to use the Steady Shot function. Do not use the Steady Shot function when shooting a [...]

42 You can select one of eight preset titles. You can also select the position, and colour of titles in the menu system. Using titles To add the title from the beginning ( 1 ) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press TITLE repeatedly until the desired title appears. Each time a new title appears, it is flashing. When the desired title appears,[...]

43 Advanced operations 1 2 3 WHITE YELLOW VIOLET RED CYAN GREEN BLUE 1 2 1 2 CENTER BOTTOM MENU TITLE POS [MENU]: END CENTER BOTTOM MENU TITLE POS [MENU]: END MENU TITLE COL [MENU]: END GREEN MENU WIND COMMANDER ORC TO SET REC MODE TITLE COL TITLE POS TITLE1 SET [MENU]: END WHITE YELLOW VIOLET RED CYAN GREEN BLUE MENU TITLE COL [MENU]: END TITLE CO[...]

44 1 2 35 – – – – – – > MENU COMMANDER ORC TO SET REC MODE TITLE COL TITLE POS TITLE1 SET TITLE2 SET [MENU]: END MENU TITLE1 SET [MENU]: END Â L M N O P µ – – – – – – – > MENU TITLE1 SET [MENU]: END Â C D E F G µ – – – – – – > N MENU SEL/ PUSH EXEC SEL/ PUSH EXEC Â – µ • > MENU TI[...]

45 Advanced operations Recor ding with the date/time Before you start recording or during recording, press DATE or TIME. You can record the date or time displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen with the picture. Press DATE (or TIME), then press TIME (or DATE) to display the date and time together. The clock is already set at the factory to [...]

46 1 2 3 STBY 0:00:00 12 ORC START/STOP KEY MENU MENU WIND COMMANDER ORC TO SET REC MODE TITLE COL TITLE POS TITLE1 SET [MENU]: END SEL/ PUSH EXEC SEL/ PUSH EXEC START/STOP L O C K S T A N D B Y Optimizing the r ecording condition Use this feature to check the tape condition before recording, so that you can get the best possible picture (ORC). ( 1[...]

47 Advanced operations Connect the camcorder to your VCR or TV to watch the playback picture on the TV screen. When monitoring the playback picture by connecting the camcorder to your TV, we recommend you to use mains for the power source. While playing back on a TV screen, close the LCD panel. Otherwise, picture distortion may occur. Connecting di[...]

48 2 1 12 3 MENU [MENU]: END EDIT OFF ON CAMERA POWER OFF VTR MENU SEL/ PUSH EXEC SEL/ PUSH EXEC You can create your own video programme by editing with any other h 8 mm, H Hi8, j VHS, k S-VHS,  VHSC, K S-VHSC or l Betamax VCR that has video/audio inputs. Before editing Connect the camcorder to the VCR using the supplied A/V connecting cable. Se[...]

49 Advanced operations Starting editing Turn down the volume of the camcorder while editing. Otherwise, picture distortion may occur. ( 1 ) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, and insert your recorded tape into the camcorder. ( 2 ) Play back the recorded tape on the camcorder until you locate the point where you wa[...]

50 S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO VCR [a] [b] TV S VIDEO AUDIO (not supplied) 1 2 REC CAMERA POWER OFF VTR VIDEO Recor ding from a VCR or TV You can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has video/ audio outputs. Connect the camcorder to the VCR or TV using the supplied A/V cable. Turn down the volume of the camcorder while editing. Ot[...]

51 Additional information WARNING The battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose of in fire. Notes on lithium battery • Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children. Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor. • Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a good contact. • Do not ho[...]

52 Changing the lithium battery When replacing the lithium battery, keep the battery pack or other power source attached. Otherwise, you will need to reset the date, time and other items in the menu system retained by the lithium battery. ( 1 ) Open the LCD panel and open the lid of the lithium battery compartment. ( 2 ) Push the lithium battery do[...]

53 Additional information 1997 7 4 12 00 CLOCK SET [MENU]: END 1 4 1 2 3 4 2 12 3 1 2 MENU 1997 1 1 CLOCK SET MENU 1998 1 1 CLOCK SET OFF MENU WIND COMMANDER ORC TO SET REC MODE TITLE COL TITLE POS TITLE1 SET [MENU]: END 1997 1 1 12 00 MENU CLOCK SET [MENU]: END 1997 7 1 12 00 CLOCK SET [MENU]: END 1997 7 4 17 00 CLOCK SET [MENU]: END 1997 7 4 17 3[...]

54 Usable cassettes and playback modes Selecting cassette types This Hi8 system is an extension of the standard 8 mm system, and was developed for higher-quality pictures. You can use Hi8 video and standard 8 mm cassettes. When you use a Hi8 video cassette, the recording is in the Hi8 system. When you use a standard 8mm cassette, the recording is i[...]

55 Additional information 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 have planned. Battery life is shorter in a cold environment Battery efficiency is decreased, and the battery w[...]

56 Notes on the rechargeable battery pack Caution Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight. The battery pack heats up During charging or recording, the battery pack heats up. This is caused by energy that has been generated and a chemical change that has occurred [...]

57 Additional information Notes on the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack What is “InfoLITHIUM” The “InfoLITHIUM” is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange data with compatible video equipment about its battery consumption. Sony recommends that you use the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack with video equipment having the mark. When you use [...]

58 Maintenance information and pr ecautions Moisture condensation If the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside the camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or the unit may not operate correctly. To prevent poss[...]

59 Additional information 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 heads may be dirty. [a] Slightly dirty [b] Very dirty If this happens, clean the vide[...]

60 Maintenance information and precautions Removing dust from inside the viewfinder (1) Remove the screw with a screwdriver (not supplied). Then, while sliding the RELEASE knob, turn the eyecup in the direction of the arrow and pull it out. (2) Clean the surface with a commercially available blower. 1 2 1 2 Caution Do not remove any other screws. Y[...]

61 Additional information Maintenance information and precautions Precautions Camcorder operation • Operate the camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC power adaptor). • For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in this manual. • Should any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug the camcorder and have it che[...]

62 Others • Unplug the unit from the mains when not in use for a long time. To disconnect the mains lead, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the mains lead itself. • Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged. • Do not bend the mains lead forcibly, or put a heavy object on it. This will damage the [...]

63 Additional information Each country or area has its own electric and TV colour systems. Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following points. Power sources You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC power adaptor within 110 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Difference in colour systems This camcorder is a PAL system [...]

64 • The battery pack is not installed. m Install the battery pack. (p. 8) • The battery is dead. m Use a charged battery pack. (p. 6) • The AC power adaptor is not connected to the mains. m Connect the AC power adaptor to the mains. (p. 24) • While being operated in CAMERA mode, the camcorder has been in Standby mode for more than 5 minute[...]

65 Additional information Symptom The cassette cannot be removed from the holder. { and 6 indicators flash and no function except for cassette ejection works. The date or time indicator is flashing. The tape does not move when a video control button is pressed. The Steady Shot function does not activate. The autofocusing function does not work. The[...]

66 Symptom The image on the viewfinder screen is not clear. A vertical band appears when a subject such as lights or a candle flame is shot against a dark background. A vertical band appears when shooting a very bright subject. The playback picture is not clear. The picture is “noisy”. The picture does not appear in the viewfinder. An unknown p[...]

67 Additional information Symptom The VTR/CAMERA or CHARGE lamp does not light. The CHARGE lamp flashes. AC power adaptor • Disconnect the mains lead. After about 1 minute, reconnect the mains lead. • See the following chart. When the CHARGE lamp flashes Check through the following chart. * If you use a battery pack which you have just bought o[...]

68 Self-diagnosis function If the self-diagnosis function works to prevent the camcorder from malfunctioning, a five-digit service number (combination of a letter and figures) flashes. In this case, check the following table. Trouble check First three digits C21 C22 C23 C31 C32 E61 E62 • Moisture condensation has occurred. m Remove the cassette a[...]

69 Additional information Video camera recorder System Video recording system Two rotary heads, Helical scanning FM system Audio recording system Rotary heads, FM system Video signal PAL colour, CCIR standards Usable cassette 8mm video format cassette (Hi8 or standard 8) Recording / Playback time (using 90 min. cassette) SP mode: 1 hour and 30 minu[...]

70 Identifying the parts 1 2 3 4 6 5 7 8 9 !º !¡ !™ !£ !¢ !∞ !§ !¶ 1 LCD BRIGHT button (p. 15) 2 Display window (p. 76) 3 FADER button (p. 30) 4 NEAR/FAR dial (p. 36) 5 FOCUS switch (p. 36) 6 Tripod receptacle (p. 17) Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 6.5 mm (9/32 inch) otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod secu[...]

71 Additional information Identifying the parts !• @∞ @§ @• @ª #º #¡ @¶ !ª @º @¡ @™ @£ @¢ !• EJECT switch (p. 9) !ª LANC l control jack l stands for Local Application Control Bus System. The l control jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video equipment and peripherals connected to it. This jack has the same funct[...]

72 Identifying the Parts #™ Intelligent accessory shoe #£ Speaker (p. 21) #¢ LCD screen (p. 15) #∞ Lithium battery compartment (p. 52) #§ PICTURE EFFECT button (p. 33) #£ #™ #¢ #∞ #§ $¡ $º #ª #• #¶ Note on the intelligent accessory shoe Supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light or microphone. The intelligent a[...]

73 Additional information Identifying the Parts $™ POWER switch (p. 10) $£ TIME button (p. 45) $¢ DATE button (p. 45) $∞ DISPLAY button (p. 21) $§ 16:9 WIDE button (p. 31) $¶ TITLE button (p. 42) $• Video control buttons (p. 20) π STOP (stop) 0 REW (rewind) · PLAY (playback) ) FF (fastforward) P PAUSE (pause) r REC (recording) $ª BACK [...]

74 To prepare the Remote Commander Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching the + and – on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment. 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 da[...]

75 Additional information 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 on the camcorder and the Remote Commander. • This ca[...]

76 !§ Tape counter (p. 12) /Self-diagnosis functions indicator (p. 68) !¶ Remaining tape indicator !• END SEARCH indicator (p. 23) !ª Exposure indicator (p. 40) /Zoom indicator (p. 13) @º Remaining battery indicator @¡ Auto DATE indicator (p. 45) @™ Date or time indicator (p. 45) @£ ORC indicator (p. 46) @¢ Date or time indicator (p. 45)[...]

77 Additional information 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. To watch the demonstration You can start the demonstration by setting DEMO MODE in the menu system. You can also start the demonstration by the following operation. To enter dem[...]

78 Index A, B Adjusting viewfinder ........ 11 AFM HiFi Sound .......... 29, 54 ANTI GROUND SHOOTING ......................... 14 Auto focus ........................... 35 AUTO DATE ....................... 28 Backlight .............................. 39 Beep ..................................... 12 C, D Camera recording .............. 10 Car battery[...]

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