Sony CCD-TR514 User Manual

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SONY:

3-810-918-13 (1)

Video Camera

Recorder m

CCD-TR99/TR514/TR614/TR714/TR814

Operation Manual

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

Owner's Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. CCD-_ Serial No

_____

Video 8 Handycam

Model No. ACSerial No.

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Congratulations on vour purchase of this Sony Handv cani^“' camcorder. With \’our Handveam,

Welcome to video Dl

you can capture life's precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. \ our Handycam is loaded with adwinced features, but at the same time it is \ ery easy to use- You wil soon be producing home \ ideo that you can enjoy for years to come.

WARNING

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

CAUTION

CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

This 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 in the literature accompanying the appliance.

RECYCLING NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES

NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY. MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.

For the S<^n\' Serx'ice Center nearest vou call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only). For the Factory Ser\ ice Center nearest you call 416-499'SONY (Canada only).

Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking nickel-

cadmium batteries.

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 protection against harmful interference 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 to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: — 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 radio/W

technician for help.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Nickel-Cadmium batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your unwanted batteries to your nearest

Ni-Cd

Note: In some areas the disposal of nickel-cadmium

batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited.

Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center for collection, recycling or proper disposal.

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Table of Contents

Before You Begin

Using This Maniuil 4 Chocking Suppliod Accessories 5

Getting Started

Charging and Installing the Battery Pack 6 Inserting a Cassette 10

Basic Operations

Camera Recording 11

Using the Zoom Feature 14 Hints for Better Shooting 15 Checking the Recorded Picture 16 Connections for Playback 17 Playing Back a Tape 19

Advanced Operations

Using Alternative Power Sources 21 Recording with the Date or Time 23 Using the PROGRAM AE Function 24 Shooting with Backlighting 25 Selecting the START/STOP Mode 26 Superimposing a Title 27 Using the STEADY SHOT Function (CCD-TR99/TR814 only) 28

Changing the Mode Settings 29 Editing onto Another Tape 30

Additional Information

Changing the Lithium Battery in the Camcorder 31 Resetting the Date and Time 33 Playback Modes 34 Tips for Using the Battery Pack 34 Maintenance Information and Precautions 38 Using Your Camcorder Abroad 42 Trouble Check 43 Specifications 46 Identifying the Parts 48 Warning Indicators 55 Index Back cover

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I Before You Begin

Using This Manual

The instructions in this ntuniuil are for the five models listed helow. Before you start reading this manual and operating the unit, check your model number b\- looking at the bottom of vour camcorder.

The CCD-TRhh is the model used for illustration purposes. Otherwise, the model name is indicated in the illustrations. Any differences in operation are clearly indicated in the text, for example, “ CCDTR99 only". 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 .i' in the illustrations, you can hear the beep sound to confirm your operation.

Types of Differences

Model View'finder Zoom

B/W CCD-TR99 CCD-TR514

eCD-TR614 CCD-TR714 CCD-TR814

Color

12x-24x

•

12x

12x 12x*»24x 12x—24x

Note on TV Color Systems

TV color systems are different depending on the countries. If you view the playback picture 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).

Precaution on Copyright

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

Steady

Shot

• •

Audio

Monaural

•

Stereo

Lit VTR

button

•

Display

window

•

Precautions on Camcorder Care

• Do not let the camcorder get wet. Keep the camcorder from rain or sea water. It may cause a

malfunction and sometimes the malfunction cannot be repaired, [a]

• Do not let sand get into the camcorder. When you use the camcorder on a sandy beach or in a dusty place, protect it from the sand or dust. Sand or dust may cause the unit to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired, [b]

• Never leave the camcorder under temperatures above 140° F (60 °C), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight, [c]

See "Precautions" on page 41 as well.

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Checking Supplied Accessories

[U NP-33 Battery Pack (1) (p. 6)

[2] A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 17)

CCD-TR514/TR614/TR714/TR814 : Monaural CCD-TR99 : Stereo

Shoulder strap (1) (p. 51)

AC-V15/V16/V16A AC power adaptor (1) (p. 6, 21)

CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p. 31)

Already installed in the camcorder.

Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 19, 51)

Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 52)

Battery case (1) (p. 22)

CCD-TR99 only

Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, video tape, etc.

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Getting Started!

Charging and Installing the Battery Pack

Before using venir camcorder, you first need to charge and install the battery pack. To charge the battery pack, use the supplied AC power adaptor.

Charging the Battery Pack

Charge the battery pack on a flat place without vibration.

(1) Connect the AC power adaptor to the wall outlet. (2) Align the right side of the battery pack with 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. Unplug the unit from the mains, and then remove the battery pack and install it on the camcorder.

Charging Time

Battery pack NP-33

(supplied)

Charging

time*

• Approximate minutes to charge an empty pack using the supplied AC power adaptor (Lower temperatures require a longer charging time.)

NP-98/98D NP-80/80D

60 215

190 125 95

NP-68/66H

NP-66 NP-C65

105

NP-60D

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Battery Life

CCD-TR99

Battery pack

Typical recording time* 40 Continuous recording time**

CCD-TR514

Battery pack

Typical recording time* 30 Continuous recording time**

CCD-TR614

Battery pack

Typical recording time* 45 170 145 Continuous recording time**

CCD-TR714

Battery pack

Typical recording time* 45 Continuous recording time** 85

NP-33

(supplied)

NP-33

(supplied)

NP-33

(supplied)

NP-33

(supplied)

NP-98/

98D

143 125

73 235 220

NP-98/

98D

173

85 300 255

305

NP-98/

98D

NP-98/

98D

170 300

NP-80/

80D

NP-80/

SOD

150 265

NP-80/

SOD

NP-80/

SOD

140 250

NP-68/

66H

130 120

NP-68/

66H

103 180 130

NP-68/

66H

100 175

NP-68/

66H

170

NP-66

145

NP-66

140

NP-C6S NP-60D

65 70 60

130 110

NP-C65 NP-60D

80 85

135

NP-C65

155 130

NP-C65 NP-60D

150 125

135

NP-60D

CCD-TR814

Battery pack

Typical recording time* 45 Continuous recording time**

Approximate minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/stop, zooming and

■turning the power on/off. The actual battery life may be shorter. Approximate continuous recording time indoors.

NP-33

(supplied)

NP-98/

98D

155 135 95

80 275

NP-80/

SOD

240

NP-68/

66H

165

NP-66

135

NP-C65 NP-60D

80 65

145

120

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Charging and Installing the Battery Pack

To Remove the Battery Pack

Slide the battery pack in tlie direction of the arrow.

Notes 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.

• If the POWER lamp does not light, set the selector to VTR (DC OUT) and disconnect the power

cord. After about one minute, reconnect the AC power cord and set the selector to CHARGE again.

• You cannot operate the camcorder using the AC power adaptor while charging the battery pack.

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Installing the Battery Pack

(1) Insert the top ot the bcUterv pack into the top of the battery mounting surface. (2) Push the battery pack so that it attaches firmly.

To Remove the Battery Pack

Slide ВАТТ, and then pull the lower part of the battery pack.

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Inserting a Cassette

Make sure that a power source is installed.

(1) While pressing the small blue button, slide EJECT in the direction of the arrow. The cassette

compartment automatically opens.

(2) Insert a cassette (not supplied) with the w'indow facing out.

(3) Press the PUSH mark on the cassette compartment to close it. The cassette compartment

automatically closes.

To Eject the Cassette

While pressing the small blue button, slide EJECT in the direction of the arrow.

To Prevent Accidental Erasure

Slide the tab on the cassette to expose the red mark. If you insert the cassette with the red mark exposed and close the cassette compartment, the beeps sound for a while. If you try to record with the red mark exposed, the and ^ 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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I Basic Operations

Camera Recording

Make siiro that a power source and a cassette is inserted.

When you use the camcorder for the first time, power on it and reset the date and time to your time (p. 33) before you starf recording. When you reset the date and time, 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 you

are using the camcorder correctly.

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

(2) Slide START/STOP MODE to A • (3) Turn STANDBY up. The "STBY" indicator appears in the viewfinder. (4) Press START/STOP (red button). The camcorder starts recording and the "STBY" indicator

changes to the "REC" indicator.

You can also select Recording mode, SP (standard play) mode or LP (long play) mode. Set REC MODE (p. 29) according to the length of your planned recording before you start.

To Stop Recording Momentarily [a]

Press START/STOP again. The "REC" indicator in the viewfinder changes to the "STBY" indicator

(Standby mode).

To Finish Recording [b]

Press START/STOP. Turn STANDBY down, and set the POWER switch to OFF. Then, eject the cassette (p. 10) and remove the battery pack (p. 9).

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Camera Re«>rding

Note on Standby mode

If you leave the camcorder for 5 minutes or more with a cassette inserted in Standby mode, 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 up again. To start recording, press START/STOr.

To Focus the Viewfinder Lens

If the viewfinder is not in focus at all or when you use the camcorder after someone else has used it,

focus the viewfinder lens. Turn the viewfinder lens adjustment ring [a] (CCD-TR514/TR614/TR814) or move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever [b] (CCD-TR99/TR714) so that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus.

Note on the indicators in the viewfinder

The indicators appear in CAMERA mode only. They do not appear in PLAYER mode.

Recording with the START/STOP button depressed

You can also make recording while pressing down the START/STOP button. To make the START/ STOP button work this way, slide the START/STOP MODE switch to i . [c]

Shooting scenery in several short takes

You can automatically make recording for about 5 seconds with the 5 SEC (p. 26). To make the

START/STOP button work this way, slide the START/STOP MODE switch to 5 SEC. [d]

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Note on recording

Wht-n vou record from the beginning of fhe fape, run fhe fape for abouf 15 seconds before aefual recording. This pre\ ents tire camcorder from missing any start-up scenes when you play back the tape.

Notes on recording mode

• This camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode. The playback quality in LP mode, however, will not be as good as that in SP mode.

• When a tape recorded on this camcorder in LP mode is played back on other types of 8mm camcorders or VCRs, the playback quality may not be as good as that on this camcorder.

Notes on the tape counter

• The tape counter indicates the recording time. Use it as a guide. There will be a time lag of several

seconds from the actual time. To set the counter to zero, press COUNTER RESET.

• If the tape is recorded in SP and LP modes mixed, the tape counter shows incorrect recording time.

When you intend to edit the tape using the tape counter, record in same (SP or LP) mode.

Note on beep sound

As indicated with in the illustrations, 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 (p. 55). Note that the beep sound is not recorded on the tape. If you do not want to hear the beep sound, set BEEP to "OFF" (p.

29).

Note on the AUTO DATE feature

The clock is set to East Coast Standard Time at the factory. You can reset the clock (p. 33). The AUTO DATE feature shows the date automatically 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.

When moving from indoors to outdoors (or vice versa)

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

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Camera Recording

Using the Zoom Feature

Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the scene. For more professional-looking recordings, use the zoom sparingly. T side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) W side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away)

Zooming Speed

Turn the power zoom lever fully for a high-speed zoom. Turn it lightly for a relatively slow zoom.

When you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoom

If you cannot get a sharp focus while in extreme telephoto zoom, turn the power zoom lever towards the W side until the focus is sharp.

You can shoot a subject that is at least 2.6 feet (about 80 cm) away from the lens surface in the

telephoto position, or 1 / 2 inch (about 1 cm) in the wide-angle position.

Notes on Digital Zoom (CCD-TR99/TR714/TR814 only)

You can select 12 x or 24 x of zooming.

• More than 12 x zoom is performed digitally, and the picture quality deteriorates as you go toward the T side. If you do not want to use the digital zoom set the ZOOM function to xl2 (p. 29).

• The right side [a] in the power zoom indicator shows the digital zooming zone, and the left side [b]

shows the optical zooming zone. If you slide the ZOOM switch to xl2, the [a] zone disappears.

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Hints for Better Shooting

For hand-held shots, vou'll get better results holding the camcorder according to the following suggestions:

[a]

• 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. Do not cover the microphone with your fingers.

• 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. Turn the viewfinder up

for recording from a low position, [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. When attaching a non-Sony tripod, make sure the tripod screw is shorter than 9/32 inch (6.5 mm). Otherwise, the screw may damage the inner parts of the camcorder.

Cautions on the viewfinder

• Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder, [c]

• Do not place the camcorder so as to point the viewfinder toward the sun. The inside of the viewfinder

may be damaged. Be careful when placing the camcorder under sunlight or by a window, [d]

[b]

Note on the color viewfinder (CCD-TR99/TR614/TR714 only)

The color viewfinder is made with high-precision technology. However, black points or bright points

of light (red, blue, or green) may appear on the color viewfinder. These points are not recorded on

the tape. This is not a malfunction. (Effective dots : more than 99.99%).

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Checking the Recorded Picture

Using EDITSEARCH, you can ro\ ievv the last recorded scone 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 EDITSEARCH. Press the - (©) side momentarily, the last few seconds of the recorded

portion plays back (Rec Review).

Hold down the - side of EDITSEARCH until the camcorder goes back to the scene you want. The last recorded portion is played back. To go forward, hold down the + side (Editsearch).

To Begin Re-recording

Press START/STOP. Re-recording begins from the point you released EDITSEARCH. Provided you do not eject the cassette, the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene you record will be smooth.

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Connections for Playback

N oil can use this camcorder as a VCR hv connecting it to vour TV tor playback. It is recommended to use the house current as the power source (p. 21).

If a VCR is connected to a TV

Open the jack cover and connect the camcorder to LINE IN on the VCR by using the supplied A/V connecting cable. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE. Set the TV/VCR selector to VCR on the TV.

CCD-TR514/TR614/TR714/TR814

CCD-TR99

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Connections for Playback

Connecting Directly to a TV

Open tho jack co\ or and connect the camcorder to vour TV bv using the supplied A/V connecting cable. Set the TV/VCR selector to VCR on the TV.

CCD-TR514/TR614/TR714/TR814

If your TV or VCR is a monaural type

— CCD-TR99 only

Connect only the white plug for audio on both the camcorder and the TV or the VCR. With this connection, the sound is monaural.

To Connect a TV or a VCR without Video/Audio Input Jacks

Use the RFU-95UC RFU adaptor (not supplied).

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Playing Back a Tape

You can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can also monitor on the TV screen, after connecting the camcorder to the TV/VCR (p. 17). You can control playback using the supplied Remote Commander.

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

Tire tape transport buttons light up(CCD-TR99 only).

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

(3) Press Playback starts.

To stop playback, press ■. To rewind the tape, press To fast-forward the tape, press

To Monitor the Sound while Viewing the Playback Picture in the Viewfinder (CCD-TR99 only)

Connect headphones (not supplied) to the D jack, (p.48)

See the next page for further informations.

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Playing Back a Tape

Various Playback Modes

To view a still picture (playback pause)

Press II during plavbiick. To resume playback, press II or ►.

To locate a scene (Picture Search)

Keep pressing or ►► during playback. To resume normal playback, release the button.

To monitor the high-speed picture during fastforward or rewind (Skip Scan)

Keep pressing while rewinding or ►► while advancing the tape. To resume normal playback, press ►.

Notes on playback

• Streaks appear and the sound is muted in the various playback modes.

• When still picture mode lasts for 5 minutes or more, the camcorder automatically enters stop mode.

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Advanced Operations

Using Alternative Power Sources

You can choose anv of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack (p.6), the house current, alkaline battery, and 12/24 V car battery. Choose the appropriate power source depending on where you want to use your camcorder.

Place Indoors Outdoor

In the car

Power source

House current Supplied AC power adaptor Battery pack Battery pack NP-33 (supplied), NP-98/98D, NP-80/80D,

Size AA (LR 6) Alkaline battery

12 V or 24 V car battery

This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony video product. When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recommends that you purchase accessories with this "GENUINE VIDEO ACCESSORIES" mark.

Accessory to be used

NP-68, NP-66H, NP-66, NP-C65, NP-60D

Battery case (supplied) (CCD-TR99 only)

DC pack DCP-77

Using the House Current

To use the supplied AC power adaptor:

(1) Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet. Insert the top of the cormecting plate of the AC

power adaptor into the top of fhe batfery mounting surface. Push fhe connecting plate so that it attaches firmly.

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

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Using Alternative Power Sources

WARNING

AC power cord must only be changed at qualified service shop.

PRECAUTIONS

The set is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the set itself has been turned off.

Notes on the POWER lamp

•The POWER lamp will remain lit for a while even if the unit is unplugged after use. This is normal.

• If the POWER lamp does not light, disconnect the power cord. After about one minute, reconnect the power cord.

To remove the adaptor

The adaptor is removed in the same way as the battery pack (p. 9).

Using the Battery Case

— CCD-TR99 only

Use the battery case (supplied) and six size AA (LR6) alkaline batteries (not supplied).

(1) Remove the battery holder from the battery case.

(2) Insert six new alkaline batteries into the battery holder, following the marking on the holder to be

sure the batteries are installed in the correct direction.

(3) Insert the battery holder with the alkaline batteries. (4) Insert the battery case with the alkaline batteries to the battery mounting surface of the

camcorder in the same way as the battery pack (p. 9).

Battery Life

Using alkaline batteries at 77°F (25°C)

Model

CCD-TR99

Notes

• The above battery lives are estimates. The battery life may be shorter depending on the storage condition of the battery before being purchased and temperature.

• You may not use the battery case in clold environment.

Typical recording time

75 min.

Continuous recording time

135 min.

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To remove the battery case

The battery case is removed in the same way as the battery pack (p. 4). When you replace the batteries, be sure to remove the battery case from the camcorder to prevent

malfunction.

Using a Car Battery

Use the DCP-77 EXI pack (not supplied). Connect the cord of the EXT pack to the cigarette lighter socket of the car (12 V or 24 V). Connect the EXT pack to the battery mounting surface of the camcorder.

To remove the DC pack

The EXT pack is removed in the same way as the battery pack (p. 9).

Recording with the Date or Time

Before you start recording or during recording, press DATE(+) or TIME(NEXT). You can record the date or time displayed in the viewfinder 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. The clock is sef to East Coast Standard Time at the factory.

To Stop Recording with the Date or Time

Press DATE(+) or TIME(NEXT) again. Recording continues.

Note

You cannot superimpose a title during recording the date or time.

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Using the PROGRAM AE Function

You Clin select from tliree I’ROCiRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shooting situation When \'ou use EROCdvAM AE, vou can capture high-speed action or night views.

Selecting the Best Mode

Select the best mode by using the following examples.

Sports mode

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

• A landscape in a moving car

High-speed shutter mode

• A golf swing or a fennis mafch in fine weafher

wifh the ball captured clearly

• Playing back certain scenes with high-speed

movements in clear, sharp picture

Twilight mode

• Recording night views, neon signs or fireworks

Using the PROGRAM AE Function

Set the mark of the desired mode to the • mark above the PROGRAM AE dial.

Note on shutter speed

The shutter speed in each PROGRAM AE mode is as follows: Sports mode - between 1 /60 to 1/500 High-speed shutter mode - 1/4000 Twilight mode - 1/60 (to 1/100 when the Steady Shot is oh - CCD-TR99/TR814 only)

24 AUTO mode - 1 /60 (to 1 /100 when the Steady Shot is on - CCD-TR99/TR814 only)

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Shooting with Backlighting

When you shoot n subject with the light source behind the subject or u subject with a light huchgrrniud, use the BACK I.lC^Hl .

Press BACK IdGUT. The El indicator appears inside the \ iewfinder.

[a] Subject is too dark because of backlight.

[b] Subject becomes bright with backlight compensation.

After Shooting

Press BACK LIGHT again to let the El indicator go out under normal lighting condition. Otherwise, the picture will be too bright under normal lighting condition.

This function is also effective under following conditions:

• On the snow e.g. at the ski resort

• At the beach under strong sunshine

• A subject with a light source nearby or a mirror reflecting light

• A white subject against a white background. Especially when you shoot a person wearing shiny clothes made of silk or synthetic fiber, his or her face tends to become dark if you do not use this

function.

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Selecting the START/STOP Mode

^ ^нlr camcorder has two modes besides normal start/stop mode. I hese modes enable you to take a

series of quick shots resulting in a lively video.

(1) Slide START/STOP MODF to the desired mode.

A '• Recording starts when you press START/STOP, and stops when you press it again (norma!

mode).

A ; The camcorder records ottly while you press down START/STOP.

5 SEC : When you press START/STOP, the camcorder records for about 5 seconds and then stops

(2) Turn STANDBY up and press START/STOP. Recording starts. If you selected 5 SEC, five dots appear in the viewfincier. The dots disappear at a rate of one per second as illustrated below. When about five seconds elapse and all the dots disappear, the camcorder switches to Standby mode automatically. If you selecfed A , the camcorder records as long as you hold down START/STOP.

automatically.

To Extend the Recording Time in 5 SEC Mode

Press START/STOP again before all the dots disappear. Recording continues for about 5 seconds from the moment you press START/STOP.

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Superimposing a Title

You can select troni nine preset titles to superimpose it on the picture during recording. Each time vou press TITLE, the preset titles appear one by one.

To Superimpose from the Beginning

(1) Slide the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Turn STANDBY up. (3) Press TITLE repeatedly until the desired title appears. The title flashes. (4) Press START/STOP to start recording. (5) Press TITLE when you want to turn off the title.

To Superimpose On the Way of Recording

(1) Press TITLE repeatedly until the desired title appears. The title flashes.

(2) When the title stops flashing, press TITLE. The title disappears.

(3) Press START/STOP to start recording. (4) Press TITLE when you want to superimpose the title. (5) Press TITLE when vou want to turn off the title.

Note on selecting a title

You cannot select a title during recording.

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Using the STEADY SHOT Function

— CCD-TR99/TR814 only

You Clin use the Stoudv Shot to componsuto for c.imora-shuke. Do not use the Steudv Shot when shooting u station.irv object with ,i tripod.

Using the STEADY SHOT Function

Slide STEADY SHOT to ON.

To Release the Steady Shot

Slide STEADY SHOT to OFF.

Notes on the Steady Shot

• The Steady Shot will not correct excessive camera-shake.

• When you switch the Steady Shot on or off, the exposure may fluctuate.

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Changing the Mode Settings

You СЛП chango tho modo sottings to iurthor onjov tho ioatures and hinctions.

(1) Slido tho co\ or to tho loft, ’S ou will find tho modo switchos.

(2) St't tho modo switchos tc* tho dosirod mode.

(3) doso tlìO COX'Or.

^ ZOOM

X24|Q |X12

COMMANDER

BEEP

REC MODE

Selecting the Mode Setting of Each Item

ZOOM <x24/x12> (CCD-TR99/TR714/TR814 only)

• Set to x24 to activate digital zooming.

• Set to xl2 otherwise. The zooming ability becomes xl2.

ON !□ I OFF

ON OFF

п:

SP [□□ LP

COMMANDER <ON/OFF>

• Set to ON when using the supplied Remote Commander for the camcorder.

• Set to OFF when not using the Remote Commander for the camcorder.

BEEP <ON/OFF>

• Set to ON to turn the beep sound on.

• Set to OFF to turn the beep sound off.

REC MODE <SP/LP>

• Select SP to record a tape in SP (standard play) mode.

• Select LP to record a tape in LP (long play) mode.

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Editing onto Another Tape

You can create vour own video program by editing with any other El 8 mm, HiEl Hi8, iVHS, VHS

SVHS S-VHS, VHSHVUSC, SVHSH S-\''HSC, ni Betamax or HD Betamax \'CR that has video/

audio inputs.

After connecting the camcorder to the VCR,

(1) Slide the POWER switch to PLAYER.

(2) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the recording VCR. Then insert your

recorded tape into the camcorder.

(3) Play back the recorded tape on the camcorder until you locate the point where you want to start

editing. Then press II to set the camcorder to playback pause mode.

(4) Set the recording VCR to recording pause mode. (5) Press II on the camcorder and then on the VCR to start editing.

'1 ®

POWER

¡PLAYERlij' 1

PLAY PAUSE PAUSE

■g * § g

: Signal flow

To Edit More Scenes

Repeat steps 3 to 5.

To Stop Editing

Press ■ STOP on the camcorder and VCR.

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Additional Information

Changing the Lithium Battery in the Camcorder

Your camcorder is supplied with a lithium batterc’ installed. When the battery becomes weak or dead, the clj indicator flashes in the \ iewfinder for abouf 5 seconds when vou sef the POWER switch to CAMERA.

In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 or Duracell DL-2025 lithium battery. Use of

any other battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts for abouf 1 year under normal operation. (The lithium battery that comes installed at the factory may not last 1 year.)

Note on Lithium Battery

Note that the lithium battery has a positive (+) and a negative (-) terminals as illustrated. Be sure to install the lithium battery so that terminals on the battery match the terminals on the camcorder.

WARNING

The battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose of in fire.

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Caution Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children. Should the battery be swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.

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Changing the Lithium Battery in the Camcorder

Changing the Lithium Battery

When repUicing tiu' lithium buttcrv, keep the hatter\' pack or other power source attached. Otherwise, vou will need to reset the date and time.

(1) Slide the cover and align the mark of the cover to that of the hodv. Press down the cover.

(2) Push the battery in once and pull it out from the holder.

(3) Install the lithium battery v\nth the positive (+) side facing out. (4) Align the mark of the cover to that of the body. Press the cover until it clicks and slide the cover.

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Resetting the Date and Time

Rosot tho date and time using the DATE(+) and TIME(NEXT) buttons.

(1) Slide the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Piirn STANDBY up.

(3) Press DATF(+) and TIME(NEXT) simultaneously until the year indicator flashes in the

viewfincler.

(4) Set year, month, day, time, minute by pressing DATE(+) and TIME(NEXT). Note that when you

keep DATE(+) pressed, the digits advance faster.

To Correct the Date and Time Setting

Repeat steps 3 and 4.

To Check the Date and Time

Press DATE to display the date indicator in the viewfinder. Press TIME to display the time indicator. When you press the same button again, the indicator goes out.

The year indicator changes as follows:

’96

-----

>’Q7

........

______________

Note on the time indicator

The internal clock of the camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle. 12:00:00 AM stands for midnight. 12:00:00 PM stands for noon.

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Playback Modes

The playback mode is selected automatically according to the recording system (SP/LP mode) in which the tape was recorded.

Note on AFM HiFi stereo (CCD-TR99 only)

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

• You record the tape using this camcorder, then play it back on an AFM HiFi monaural video recoeder/player.

• You record the tape on an AFM HiFi monaural video recorder, then play it back on this camcorder.

Foreign 8 mm video

You cannot play back tapes 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 tapes. Refer to the list of "Using Your Camcorder Abroad" to check the TV color system of foreign countries.

Tips for Using the Battery Pack

This section shows you how you can get the most out of your baftery 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 Cold Environment

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

cold environment.

To Save Battery Power

Turn the STANDBY switch on the camcorder down when not recording to save battery power.

A smooth transition between scenes can be made even if recording is stopped and started again.

While positioning the subject, selecting an angle, or looking through the viewfinder lens, the lens

moves automatically and the battery is used. The battery is also used when a cassette is inserted or removed.

When to Replace the Battefy

While you are using your camcorder in CAMERA mode, the remaining battery indicator decreases

gradually as battery power is used up.

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Tips for Using the Battery Pack

When the remaining battery indicator reaches the lowest point, the *Xi indicator appears and starts

flashing in the viewfinder. When the <Xi indicator in the viewfinder disappears and the batterc- lamp flashes rapidlv, turn the TOWER switch to OFF on the camcorder and replace the battery pack. Leave the tape in the camcorder to obtain smooth transition between scenes after the battery pack has been replaced.

Note on the remaining battery indicator

The remaining battery indicator of the camcorder may indicate a different remaining capacity from

that of the battery pack with the remaining battery indicator (not supplied). The indicator of the battery pack is more accurate.

Notes on the Rechargeable Battery Pack

Caution

Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 140“F (60“C), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight.

The Battery Heats Up

During charging or recording, the battery pack heats up. This is caused by energy that has been generated and a chemical change that has occurred inside the battery pack. This is not cause for concern and is normal.

Battery Pack Care

• Remove the battery pack from the camcorder after using it, and keep it in a cool place. When the battery pack is installed to the camcorder, a small amount of current flows to the camcorder even if

the POWER switch is set to OFF. This is shortens battery life.

• The battery pack is always discharging even when it is not in use after charging. Therefore, you

should charge the battery right before using the camcorder.

How to Use the Switch on the Battery Pack

When the switch is supplied with the battry pack ([a] on p. 36) you can use it to find whether the battery pack is charged or not. 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).

The Life of the Battery Pack

If the battery lamp flashes rapidly just after turning on the camcordrer 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 50°F to 86°F (from 10°C to 30°C). Lower temperatures require a longer charging time.

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Sony Batteries are Recommended

Use of non-Sony batteries may damage your Handycam camcorder.

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Tips for Using the Battery Pack

Notes on Charging

A Brand-new Battery

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

After Long Storage

Recharge the battery pack after a long period of storage. If fhe 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.

Notes on the Terminals

If the terminals (metal parts on the back) are not clean, the battery charge duration will be

shortened.

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

install and remove the battery pack a few times. This improves the contact condition. Also, wipe the -t

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 a necklace to touch the battery terminals. Carry the battery pack attaching to the terminal cover, [b]

• Keep the battery pack away from fire.

• Keep the battery pack dry.

• Do not open nor try to disassemble the battery pack.

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

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Notes on the Battery Case

— CCD-TR99 only

• Use only with alkaline batteries. You cannot use the battery case with manganese batteries or

size AA rechargeable NiCd batteries.

• Battery life is remarkably shorter in a cold environment (lower than 50^F/10°C).

• Keep the metal part clean. If it gets dirty, wipe it with a soft cloth.

• Do not disassemble or convert the battery case.

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

• During recording, the battery case heats up. This is not cause for concern.

• Prevent the electrode in the battery case from coming in contact with a metal object.

• If you will not use the battery case for a long time, detach the battery case from the camcorder and remove the batteries from the battery case.

Notes on Alkaline Batteries

To avoid possible damage from battery leakage or corrosion, obsor\'e the following.

• Be sure to insert the batteries in the correct direction.

• Alkaline batteries are not rechargeable.

• Do not use a combination of new and old batteries.

• Do not use different types of batteries.

• The batteries slowly discharge while not in use.

• Do not use a battery that is leaking.

If battery leakage occurred

• Wipe off the liquid in the battery case carefully before replacing the batteries.

• If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water.

• If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of W'ater and then consult a doctor.

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Maintenance Information and Precautions

Moisture Condensation

If tho 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 possible damage under these circumstances, the camcorder is furnished with moisture sensors. Please, take the following precautions.

Inside the Camcorder

If there is moisture inside the camcorder, the beep sounds and the DEW lamp or the IB indicator flashes. If this happens, none of the function except cassette ejection will work. Open the cassette compartment, turn off the camcorder, and leave it about 1 hour. When ^ indicator flashes at the same time, the cassette is inserted in the camcorder. Eject the cassette, him off the camcorder, and leave also the cassette about 1 hour. Tire camcorder can be used again if the IB indicator cfoes not appear when the power is turned on again.

DEW

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 1 hour.

How to Prevent Moisture Condensation

When bringing the camcorder from a cold place to a warm place, put the camcorder 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).

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Video Head Cleaning

To onsiiro normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. When © appears in the viewfinder in CAMERA mode or playback pictures are "noisy" or hardly visible, the video heads may be contaminated.

[a] Slightly contaminated [b] Critically contaminated

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 in one session.)

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 nearest Sony dealer.

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Maintenance Information and Precautions

Removing Dust from inside the Viewfinder

— CCD-TR514/TR614/TR814 only

(1) Renio\ e the screw with a screwdriver (not supplied). Then, while sliding the RELEASE knob,

turn the evecup in the direction of the arrow and pull it out.

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

To Reattach the Eyecup

(1) Align the groove on th eyecup with the • mark on the barrel.

(2) Turn the eyecup in the direction of the arrow. Then, replace the screw.

Caution

Do not remove any other screws. You may remove only the screw to remove the eyecup.

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Precautions

Camcorder Operation

• Operate the camcorder using 6.0 V (battery pack), or 7.5 V (AC power adaptor).

• For DC or AC operation, use only the recommended accessories.

• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the casing, unplug the camcorder and have it checked by your nearest Sony dealer before operahng if any further.

• Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens.

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

• 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.

On Handling Tapes

Do not insert anything in the small holes on the rear of the cassette. These holes are used to sense the type of tape, thickness of tape and if the recording tab is out or in.

Camcorder Care

• When the camcorder is not to be used for a long time, disconnect the power source and remove the cassette. Periodically turn on the power, operate the camera and player sections and play back a tape for about 3 minutes.

• Clean the lens with a soft brush to remove dust. If there are fingerprints on the lens, remove them with a soft cloth.

• Clean the camcorder body with a soft dry 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

• Use only for fhe specified battery pack. This unit cannot be used to charge a lithium ion type battery.

• Attach the battery pack firmly.

• Place the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration during charging.

Others

• 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 nof operate the unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged.

• Do not bend the AC power cord (mains lead) forcibly, or put a heavy object on it. This will damage the cord and may cause a fire or an electrical shock.

• 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 yourmearest Sony dealer.

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Using Your Camcorder Abroad

Each country has its own electricity and TV color systems. Before using your camcorder abroad,

check the following points:

Power Sources

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].

Difference in Color Systems

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. When you want to use a PAL-M system based TV, you will need 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, 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, Czech Republic, France, Guyana, Hungary, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Poland, Russia, Slovak

Republic, Ukraine, etc.

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■ Rouble Check

If you run into any problem using the camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem.

Should the difficulty persist, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility-

Camcorder

Power

Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions

The power is not on.

The power goes off.

The battery pack is quickly discharged

Operation

Symptom

START/STOP does not operate.

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 battery pack is not attached or not attached firmly.

■> Attach the battery pack firmly by pushing the lower part of the battery pack. (p. 9)

' The battery is dead.

■> Use a charged battery pack. (p. 6)

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

Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall outlet, (p. 21)

' While being operated in CAMERA mode, the camcorder has

been in the Standby mode for more than 5 minutes.

Turn STANDBY down once and turn it up again, (p. 12)

' The battery is dead.

Use a charged battery pack. (p. 6)

’ The ambient temperature is too low. (p. 34) ' The battery pack has not been charged fully.

•* Charge the battery pack again, (p. 6)

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

Use another battery pack. (P. 35)

Cause and/or Corrective Actions

• The tape is stuck to thè drum.

■> Eject thè cassette, (p. 10)

• The tape has run out,

-> Rewind thè tape or use a new one. (p. 19)

• The POWER switch is set to PLAYER.

-»SettoCAMERA, (p. 11)

• The tab on cassette is out (red).

-» Use a new cassette or slide thè tab. (p. 10)

' The battery is dead.

-> Use a charged battery pack or the AC power adaptor, (p. 6,21)

' Moisture condensation has occurred.

-» Remove the cassette and leave the camcorder for at least an hour. (p. 38)

’ The POWER switch is set to CAMERA or OFF.

■» Set it to PLAYER, (p. 19)

' The tape has run out.

■» Rewind the tape or use a new one. (p. 19)

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(to be continued)

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Trouble Check

Symptom

The date or time indicator is flashing

The date or time indicator disappears.

Recording stops in a few seconds.

Cause and/or Corrective Actions

• You pressed DATE and TIME together for more than 2 seconds.

■k The camcorder is not malfunctioning.

You may start recording.Flashing will stop soon.

4 Reset the date and time. (p. 33)

• START/STOP MODE is set to 1. or 5 SEC. Set it to A . (p. 26)

Picture

Symptom

The image on the viewfinder screen is not clear.

A vertical band appears when a • The contrast between the subject and background is

subject such as lights or a candle too high.

flame is shot against a dark -> The camcorder is not malfunctioning. Change

background. locations. The picture is "noisy".

Cause and/or Corrective Actions

• The viewfinder lens is not adjusted. 4 Adjust the viewfinder lens. (p. 12)

• The video heads may be dirty.

-> Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLH cleaning cassette, (p. 39)

Others

Symptom

The supplied Remote Commander does not work.

There is dust in the viewfinder.

(CCD-TR514/TR614/TR814 only)

Cause and/or Corrective Actions

• COMMANDER is set to OFF. Set it to ON. (p. 29)

• Something is blocking the infrared rays.

■> Remove the obstacle.

• The battery is not inserted with the correct polarity.

•* Insert the battery with the correct polarity, (p. 52)

• The batteries are dead.

-k Insert new ones. (p. 52)

■k Detach the eyecup and clean the viewfinder lens. (P- 40)

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AC Power Adaptor

Symptom

The POWER lamp does not light.

The CHARGE lamp flashes.

Cause and/or Corrective Actions

When the CHARGE Lamp Flashes

Check through the following chart.

Set the selector to VTR (DC OUT) and disconnect the AC power cord. After about one minute, try again, (p. 8)

• See the following chart.

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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. This does not indicate a problem. Repeat again to charge with the same battery pack.

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Specifications

Video Camera Recorder

System Video recording system

Two rotary heads, Helical scanning, FM system

Audio recording system

Rotary heads, FM system

Video signal

NTSC color, ElA standards

Usable cassette

8 mm video format cassette (standard 8 mm)

Recording/Playback time

SF mode: 2 hours (P6-120) LP mode: 4 hours (P6-120)

Fastforward/rewind time

'Approx. 5 min. (P6-120)

Image device

CCD (Charge Coupled Device)

Viewfinder

Electronic viewfinder, CCD-TR514/TR814:

Black and white CCD-TR99/TR614/TR714: Color

Lens

CCD-TR514/TR614: 12 x. Combined power zoom lens,

Fl.8-2.7 CCD-TR99/TR714/TR814:

12 X (optical), 24 x (digital). Combined power zoom lens,

Fl.8-2.7

Focal distance

%2 - 2 inches (5.4 - 64.8

mm)

%2-3 '/i inches (6.5- 78 mm)

when recording (CCD-TR99/

TR814 only)

When converted to a 35 mm

still camera

1 Vi6 - 18 Vi inches (39 - 468

mm)

1 % - 22 '/4 inches (47 - 564

mm) when recording (CCD-

TR99/TR814 only)

Color temperature

Auto

Minimum illumination

CCD-TR514/TR614,/TR714:0.8 lx at F 1.8 CCD-TR814/TR99: 3.0 lx at F 1.8

Illumination range

CCD-TR514/TR614/TR714:

0.8 to 100,000 lx CCD-TR99/TR814: 3.0 to

100.000 lx

Recommended illumination

More than 100 lx

Input and Output connectors

Video output

Phono jack, 1 Vp-p, 75 U, unbalanced

Audio output

Phono jack, 327 mV, (at load impedance 47 ki2), impedance less than 2.2 kil CCD-TR514/TR614/TR714/ TR814: Monaural CCD-TR99: Stereo

RFU DC OUT

Special minijack, DC 5 V

LANC jack

Stereo-mini-mini-jack (o 2.5 mm)

MIC jack

CCD-TR514/TR614/TR714/ TR814 : Mini-jack CCD-TR99 : Stereo minijack

0.388 mV, low impedance with

2.5 to 3 V DC, output impedance 6.8 k£2 (o 3.5 mm)

General Power requirements

On battery mounting surface

6.0 V (battery pack), 7.5 V (AC power adaptor)

Average power consumption

CCD-TR99 : 4.4 W CCD-TR514 : 3.6 W CCD-TR614 : 3.7 W CCD-TR714 : 3.8 W CCD-TR814 : 4.0 W

Operating temperature

32°F to 104“F (0°C to 40°C)

Storage temperature

-4°F to H-140°F (-20°C to

-t60°C)

Dimensions

CCD-TR99/TR714: Approx. 4 ys X 4 Vs X 7 Vs inches (115 x

103 X 200mm) (w /h /d) CCD-TR514/TR614/TR814: Approx. 4 Vii X 4 'A X 8 '/4 inches (115 X 103 x 207mm) (w /h/d)

Mass

CCD-TR99: Approx. 1 lb 10 oz (740 g) CCD-TR514/TR614: Approx. 1 lb 9 oz (720 g) CCD-TR714/TR814: Approx. 1 lb 9 oz (730 g) excluding the battery pack, lithium battery, cassette and shoulder strap CCD-TR99: Approx. 2 lb 1 oz

(960 g) CCD-TR514/TR614: Approx. 2

lb 1 oz (940 g) CCD-TR714/TR814: Approx. 2

lb 1 oz (950 g)

including the battery pack NP-

33, lithium battery CR2025,

cassette P6-120 and shoulder

strap

Microphone

Electret condenser microphone

CCD-TR514/TR614/TR714/

TR814 ; Monaural type

CCD-TR99: Stereo type

Supplied accessories

See page 5.

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AC power adaptor

Power requirements

110-240 V AC, 50/60HZ

Power consumption

AC-V15 : 18W AC-V16-. 20 W AC-V16A: 22 W

Output voltage

DC OUT in operation mode AC-V15 :7.5V, 1.6A AC-V16/V16A: 7.5 V, 1.8 A Battery charge terminal 10 V, 1.1 A in charge mode

Applicable battery

Sony battery pack Ni-Cd type (6V) : NP-33 (800 mAh) (supplied), NP-60D (1350 mAh), NP-C65 (1500 mAh), NP-66 (1400 mAh), NP-66H/68 (1800 mAh), NP-80/80D (2700 mAh), NP-98/98D (3000 mAh)

Operating temperature

32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)

Storage temperature

-4°F to +140°F (-20“C to +60“C)

Dimensions

Approx. 6 ^/sx 1 'Vi6 X 3 inches (166 X 43 X 75 mm) (w/ h/d)

including projecting parts and

controls

Mass

AC-V15/V16: Approx. 15 oz (420 g) AC-V16A: Approx. 16 oz (450

g) Design and specifications are

subject to change without

notice.

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Identifying the Parts

Ш POWER switch (p. 11, 19) [2] Display window (p. 54)

CCD-TR99 only

[3] TIME(NEXT) button (p. 23, 33)

g] DATE(+) button (p. 23, 33)

[5] COUNTER RESET button (p. 13) [6] TITLE button (p. 27)

Ш STEADY SHOT mode switch (p. 28)

CCD-TR99/TR814 only

[8] Eyecup (p. 15) [9] Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 12)

CCD-TR99/TR714 only

iJOl Battery mounting surface (p. 9)

331 LANC C control jack

Connect the LANC C connecting cable to a wired remote control unit such as an editing

controller. In this case, set the COMMANDER mode to OFF (p. 29). ft stands for Local Application Control Bus sytem. The C control jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video equipment and peripherals cormected to it. This jack has the same function as the connectors indicated as CONTROL L or REMOTE.

in 0 (headphones) jack (p. 19)

CCD-TR99 only

n ВАТТ (battery) release knob (p. 9)

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CCD-TR814

111 Power zoom lever (p. 14) m EJECT knob (p. 10)

m Viewfinder adjustment ring (p. 12)

CCD-TR514/TR614/TR814 only

03 Eyecup release knob (p. 40)

CCD-TR514/TR614/TR814 only

01 Hooks for shoulder strap (p. 51) 01 START/STOP button (p. 11)

H STANDBY switch (p. 11)

Grip strap (p. 15)

ii Cassette compartment (p. 10)

M VIDEO OUT jack (p. 17)

RFU DC OUT (RFU adaptor DC out) jack m AUDIO OUT jack (p. 17) m Jack cover i3 MIC (microphone) jack

Connect an optional external microphone. This jack also accepts a "plug-in-power" microphone.

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m Tripod receptacle (p. 15)

Attach a tripod (not supplied) here.

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Identifying the Parts

m Tape transport buttons (p. 19, 20)

■ STOP REW (rewind)

► PLAY (playback) ►► FF (fast forward) II PAUSE

These buttons will function in PLAYER mode,

gg EDITSEARCH button (p. 16) U Lens cover

gi Built-in microphone gi Remote sensor (p. 53) g3 Camera recording/battery lamp gi DEW lamp (p.38)

gi Lighting aperture

CCD-TR99/TR714 only

g3 Viewfinder (p. 12) gi BACK LIGHT button (p. 25)

gl PROGRAM AE dial (p. 24)

gi START/STOP MODE switch (p. 11, 12, 26) gi] Mode switches (p. 29)

gi Lithium battery compartment (p. 32)

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Attaching the shoulder strap

Attach the supplied shoulder strap to the hooks tor the shoulder strap ([l^ on pcige 49).

Remote Commander

The buttons that have the same namie on the Remote Commander and on the camcorder function

identically.

5‘

|T] Transmitter

Point toward the remote sensor to control the camcorder after turning on the POWER switch on the camcorder.

[2] Tape transport buttons (p. 19, 20) [3] Size AA (R6) battery holder (p. 52) g] START/STOP button

Power zoom button

The zooming speed is unchangeable on the Remote Commander.

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Identifying the Parts

Preparing the Remote Commander

To use tho Ronioto Commander, you must insert two si/e AA (Ro) batteries. Use tlie supplied size AA (R6) batteries.

(1) Remove the batter\- cover from the Remote Commander. (2) Insert both of the size AA (R6) batteries with correct polarity.

(3) Put the battery co\ er back onto the Remote Commander.

Note on battery life

The batteries for the Remote Commander last about 6 months under normal operation. When the batteries become weak or dead, the Remote Commander does not work.

To avoid damage from possible battery leakage

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

Using the Remote Commander

Make sure that the COMMANDER mode is set to ON (p. 29).

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Remote Control Direction

Aim tlio Ki'mott' Commank.U'r ti'' tiu' ri'moti' sonsvM' within tiio rani;t' .is shown boKiw.

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 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.

To Watch the Demonstration

You can watch a brief demonstration of pictures with titles. If the demonstration appears when you turn on the camcorder for the first time, exit the Demo mode to use your camcorder.

To enter Demo mode

(1) Eject the cassette and slide the POWER switch to OFF.

(2) Turn STANDBY up. (3) While holding down ► PLAY, slide the POWER switch to CAMERA. Demonstration starts. The

demonstration stops when you insert the cassette. Note that once you enter Demo mode, this mode is retained as long as the lithium battery is in place. Therefore, demonstration starts automatically 10 minutes later every time you slide the POWER switch to CAMERA, or after you eject the cassette.

To exit Demo mode

(1) Slide the POWER switch to OFF.

(2) Turn STANDBY up.

(3) While holding down ■ STOP, slide the POWER switch to CAMERA.

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Identifying the Parts

Operation Indicators

Tho indicators in tho \ io\\ finder appear in CAMERA mode only.

[T |

jT] Power zoom indicator (p. 14)

CCD-TR99/TR714/TR814 only

[2] Backlight indicator (p. 25) [3] Warning indicator (p. 55)

Tape counter (p. 13)

Date or time indicator (p. 23)

CCD-TR99 only

111 Warning indicator (p. 55)

CCD-TR99 only

Lithium battery indicator (p. 31)

[U Recording lamp/battery lamp (p. 11) [6] Recording in LP mode (p. 11) [t] Tape transport mode (p. 11) [8] Tape counter (p. 13) [9] AUTO DATE indicator (p. 11) m Remaining battery indicator (p. 34)

■♦"CZ3 •♦"CZ

[ll] Date, Time or Title (p. 23, 27)

Remaining battery indicator (p. 34)

CCD-TR99 only

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Warning Indicators

All indicators appear only when you use the camcorder in CAMERA mode. If indicators flash in the \ iewfinder, or a caution lamp on the camcorder flashes, check the following:

[T] Battery Remaining

Slow flashing: The battery is weak. Fast flashing: The battery is dead.

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[2] The tape is near the end. [3] The tape has run out.

No tape has been inserted. [5] The tab on the tape is out (red) (p. 10). [6] Moisture condensation has occurred (p. 38).

A indicator appears only when the cassette is inserted.

[3 The video heads may be contaminated (p. 39). [8] Some other troubie has occurred.

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

The lithium battery is weak or the lithium battery is not installed (p. 31).

This indicator flashes just only after powering on.

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Index

Adjusting viewfinder

AFM HiFi stereo...................34

AUTO DATE

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

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

BACK LIGHT

BEEP

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

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

13, 29

Camera recording

Car battery

Charging battery

Cleaning video heads

Connection

COUNTER RESET

DATE/TIME.........................23

DEMO...................................53

Digital zoom

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

11 23

39 17 13

Editing...................................30

EDITSEARCH EJECT

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

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

F, G. H

Fast-forward..........................19

5 sec. recording

High-speed shufter mode .... 24

House current

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

I. J. K. L

LANC....................................48

Lithium battery

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

M, N, O, P

MIC (microphone) jack

Playback on TV

Playback pause......................20

Power sources

Power zoom

PROGRAM AE

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

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

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

.........

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

Q, R

REC MODE..........................29

Rec. Review..........................16

Remote control jack (LANC) ... 48

Rewind..................................19

Shoulder strap Sports mode

STANDBY Standby mode STEADY SHOT Supplied accessories

T, U. V, W. X. Y

Tape counter

Title.......................................27

Tripod mounting Trouble check

Twilight mode.......................24

Zoom.....................................14

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