Sony CCD-TR87 User Manual
3-861-898-11 (I
Video Camera
Recorder
Operating Instructions
Reioro oporatiug tho unit, ploaso read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for tutiiro 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 vou
call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. CCD-TR
Serial No.
_________________
Model No. AC-l
Serial No.
__________________
Handycam
CCD-TR940/TR917
video Hi8 DO
CCD-TR940/TR917 him
Video8E30
CCD-TR57/TR67/TR87/TR97 B
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C iMigratuiations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam® camcorder. With your
Welcome!
1 landycam, you can capture life's precious moments with superior picture and sound quality.
Ytnir Handycam 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 enjov for years to come.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
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.
DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY.
LITHIUM ION BATTERY.
DISPOSE OF PROPERLY.
Yqu can return your unwanted lithium ion batteries
to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory
Service Center.
Note: In some areas the disposal of lithium ion
batteries in household or business trash may
be prohibited.
For the Sony Service Center nearest you call
1-800-222-SONY (United States only)
For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you call
416-499-SONY (Canada only)
For the customers in the U.S.A.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications
not expressly approved in this manual could v'oid
your authority to operate this equipment.
Note;
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 arc 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/TV
technician for help.
For the customers in CANADA
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH
WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium
ion battery.
Table of contents
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Before you begin
Using this manual
Checking supplied accessories.......................6
Getting started
Installing and charging the battery pack
...............................................................7
Inserting a cassette.......................................11
Basic operations
Camera recording
Using the zoom feature
Selecting the START/STOP mode
......................................................16
Hints for better shooting..............................17
Checking the recorded picture.....................18
Connections for playback
Playing back a tape
Advanced operations
Using alternative power sources
Using the house current........................23
Changing the mode settings
- for camera recording -
Shooting with backlighting
Using the FADER function
(CCD-TR97/TR917/TR940 only) .-31
Shooting in the dark (NightShot)
(Ccb-TR97/TR917/TR940 only) . 33
Using the wide mode function
Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 36
Focusing manuallv (CCD-TR97/
TR9'l7/TR940 only)
Fn|o\'ing picture eftect ................................40
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19
21
23
26
30
34
.38
Adjusting the exposure (CCD-TR97/
TR917/TR940 only)
4
Superimposing a title
Making your own titles................................46
Recording with the date/time.......................47
Optimizing the recording condition .. 48
Using the built-in light (CCD-TR67/
TR87/TR97/TR917/TR940 only). 49
Releasing the STEADY SHOT function
(CCD-TR87/ TR97/ TR917 / TR940
only)
....................................................
- for playback/editing -
Editing onto another tape
Recording from a VCR or TV
(CCD-TR917/TR940 only)
Additional information
Changing the lithium battery in the
camcorder
Resetting the date and time..........................56
Simple setting of clock by time
difference
Usable cassettes and playback modes
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Tips for using the battery pack
Maintenance information and
precautions............................................62
Using your camcorder abroad
Trouble check
Self-diagnosis display
Specifications...............................................70
Identifying the parts.....................................72
Warning indicators
Index
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Back cover
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44
51
52
53
54
57
58
59
65
66
69 ■
79
I Before you begin
Using this manual
The instructions in this mniuuil are for the six models listed below. Bolore you start
reading this manual and operating the unit, cheek your model number b\' loi'king at the
bottom of your camcorder. The CCD-’rR917.TR44(l is the model used tor illustration
purposes. Otherwise, the model name is indicated in the illustrations. Any differences
in operation are clearly indicated in the text, for example, "CCD-TRm7/TR940 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.
You can hear the beep sound to confirm your operation.
Types of differences
CCD- TR57
System
VIDEO/AUDIOIN*
S VIDEO
Optical zoom
Digital zoom 32x
NightShot
Steady Shot
Remote sensor
LASER LINK
Fader function
Stripe
Manual focus
Exposure
Audio
Built-in light
TR67
m □
— — — —
— — — — •
16x 16x
64 X
■— — —
— —
~
— —
— — — •
— — — —
— — —
— — —
monaural
—
•
monaural
•
TR87 TR97
EH El
16x
64x
•
•
•
monaural
monaural
• •
18x
72x 72%
• •
• •
• •
•
• •
•
TR917/TR940
Hi@
•
18x
•
•
•
•
stereo
•
* The models without VIDEO/AUDIO IN have CAMERA, OFF and PLAYER mode on
the POWER switch.
Using this manual
Note on TV color systems
TV color systems differ from country to country. To view your recordings on a TV, you
need an NTSC system-based TV,
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.
Precautions on camcorder care
• The LCD screen and/or the color viewfinder are manufactured using highprecision technology. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or
bright points (red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD
screen and/or in the viewfinder. These points are normal in the manufacturing
process and do not affect the recorded picture in any way. Over 99.99% are
operational for effective use.
• Do not let the camcorder get wet. Keep the camcorder away from rain and sea water.
Letting the camcorder get wet may cause the unit to malfunction, and sometimes this
malfunction cannot be repaired [a].
• Never leave the camcorder e.xposed to temperatures above 140°F (60°C), such as in a
car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b].
[b]
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Checking supplied accessories
Chock thiit the lollowing .iccessorios are supplied with your camcorder.
[1] Wireless Remote Commander (1)
(p. 76)
CCD-TR67/TR87/TR97/TR917/TR940
only
[2] AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor
(1), Power cord (1) (p. 8, 23)
[3] NP-F330 Battery pack (1) (p. 7, 23)
[4] CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p. 54)
The lithium battery is already installed
in your camcorder.
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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[5] Size AA (R6) battery for Remote
Commander (2) (p. 76)
CCD-TR67/TR87/TR97/TR917/TR940
only
[6] A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 19)
*for stereo model
[3 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 77)
Battery case (1) (p. 24)
CCD-TR67/TR87/TR97/TR940 only
I \jeLiin9 bicirica
Installing and charging the battery pack
Before using your camcorder, you first need to install and charge the battery pack.
Installing the battery pack
(1) While pressing ВАТТ RELEASE, slide the lower battery terminal cover in the
direction of the arrow.
(2) Install the battery pack in the direction of the ▼ mark on the battery pack. 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 the battery pack
Do not carry the camcorder by grasping the battery pack.
Installing and charging the liatt«y |mk1c
Charging the battery pack
Ch.irge the biitterv piick on n flat surlace \\ ithout \ ibration. The battery paek is charged
a little in the factorv.
(1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the supplied AC power adaptor to the
DC hN jack with the plug's A mark up,
(2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor.
(3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
(4) Slide the POWER switch to OFF. Remaining battery time is indicated by the
minutes on the display window. Charging begins.
When the remaining battery indicator becomes •(■I, normal charge is completed. For
full charge, which allows vou to u.se the battery longer than usual, leave the battery
pack attached for about 1 hour after normal charge is completed until FULL appears in
the displav window. Unplug the AC power adaptor from the camcorder. You can also
use the battery pack before it is completelv charged.
Before using the camcorder with the battery pack, unplug the AC power adaptor from
the DC IN jack of the camcorder.
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---POWER
■ (CAMERA
■ OFF
• ggEM
>
/ nn
1 U Um in
♦
f Cum in
FULL
Notes
• "— min" appears on the display until the camcorder calculates remaining battery
time.
• Remaining battery time indication in the display window roughly indicates the
recording time. Use it as a guide. It may differ from the actual recording time.
Installing and charging the battery pack
Charging time
Battery
pack (supplied)
Charging
time* (min.) (90)
The time required for a normal charge is indicated in parentheses.
* Approximate minutes to charge an empty battery pack using the supplied AC power
adaptor. (Lower temperatures require a longer charging time.)
Nl’-F330
I.so
NP-F530 NP-F730 NP-F430
NP^FS.SO
210 300
(150)
Battery life
CCD-TR57/TR67
Battery NP-F330
pack (supplied)
Continuous
recording 135(120)
time*
Typical
recording 70 (60)
time**
CCD-TR87/TR97
Battery NP-F330
pack (supplied)
Continuous
recording 130(115)
time*
Typical
recording 65 (60)
time**
NP-F530
235(210) 270 (240)
120(110) 140 (125) 250 (225) 290 (265)390(355) 450 (400)
NP-F530 NP-F550
225 (200)
115(105) 135 (120) 235 (210)
NP-F550
260 (230) 450 (405)
NP-F730
475 (425) 550 (500)
NP-F730
NP-F7.30H/F750 NP-F950
(240)
NPT730H
/F750
NP-F730H
/F750
530 (480) 710 (640) 815 (7.30)
280 (250) 375 (335) 430 (385)
NP-F930 NP-F950
745 (670)
NP-F930 NP-F950
390
(330)
850(760)
ID
fD
3
rt>
a
CCD-TR917/TR940
Battery NP-F330
pack (supplied)
Continuous
recording 125(110)
time*
Typical
recording 65 (55)
time**
Numbers in parentheses indicate the time when you use a normally charged battery.
Battery life will be shorter if you use the camcorder in a cold environment.
* Approximate continuous recording time at 77°F (25°C).
Approximate minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/stop,
zooming and turning the power on/off. The actual battery life may be shorter.
NP-F530 NP-F550 NP-F730
215(190) 250 (220)
110(100)
130(115) 225 (200)
430 (385) 510(460) 680(610)
NP-F730H
/F750
270(240) 360 (320) 410(370)
NP-F930
NP-F950
780(700)
■ Basic operations
Camera recording
Make sure that the power source is installed and a cassette is inserted and that the
ST ART/STOP MODE switch is set to A ■ Before vou record one-time events, you may
want to make a trial recording to make sure that the camcorder is working correctly.
When you use the camcorder for the first time, power on it and reset the date and time to
your time before you start recording (p. 57). The date is automaticallv recorded for 10
seconds after you start recording (AUTO DATE feature). This feature works only once a
day.
(1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to CAMERA.
(2) Turn STANDBY up to STANDBY.
(3) Press START/STOP. The camcorder starts recording. The "REC" indicator
appears. The camera recording/battery lamp located on the front of the
camcorder also lights up.
c«40minHIOI 2STBY 0:00:00
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Camera recording
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.
[a]
v.O«
Note
For getting remaining battery time indicated correctly, leave the battery pack installed
after use. Wear of the battery pack which is installed with the camcorder is a little. As
an exception, be sure to remove the battery pack from the model having the built-in
light after recording (CCD-TR67/TR87/TR97/TR917/TR940 only).
To focus the viewfinder lens
If you cannot see the indicators in the viewfinder clearly, or after someone else has used
the camcorder, focus the viewfinder lens. Move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever so
that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus.
[b]
Note on the lighting aperture
If direct sunlight enters the lighting aperture, the picture in the viewfinder appears
brighter. When this happens, colors in the viewfinder may change.
Note on Standby mode
If you leave the camcorder in Standby mode for 5 minutes while the cassette is inserted,
the camcorder turns off automatically for saving battery power as well as for preventing
the battery and tape from wearing down. To resume Standby mode, turn STANDBY
down and up again. To start recording, press START/STOP.
Note on recording
When you record from the beginning of a tape, run the tape for about 15 seconds before
starting the actual recording. This will ensure that you won't miss any start-up scenes
when you play back the tape.
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Camera recording
Notes on the tape counter
• The tape counter indicates the recording or playback time. Use it as a guide. There
will be a time lag of several seconds from the actual time. To set the counter to zero,
press COUNTER RESET.
• If the tape is recorded in SP and LP modes mixed, the tape counter shows incorrect
recording time. When you intend to edit the tape using the tape counter as a guide,
record in same (SP or LP) mode.
Note on the beep sound
The beep sounds when you operate the camcorder. Several beeps also sound as a
warning of any unusual condition of fhe camcorder.
Note that the beep sound is not recorded on the tape. If you do not want to hear the
beep sound, select "OFF" in the menu system.
Note on the AUTO DATE feature
The clock is set to East Coast Standard Time at the factory. You can reset the clock in
the menu system. You can change the AUTO DATE settings by selecting ON or OFF in
the menu system. 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.
- you set AUTO DATE to OFF once and set it to ON again in the menu system.
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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 function sparingly.
"T" side: for telephoto (subject appears closer)
"W" side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away)
Zooming speed (Variable speed zooming)
Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom, move it further for a faster zoom.
When you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoom
If you cannot get a sharp focus while in extreme telephoto zoom, move the power zoom
lever to the "W" side until the focus is sharp. You can shoot a subject that is at least
about 2 5/8 feet (about 80 cm) away from the lens surface in the telephoto position, or
about 1/2 inch (about 1 cm) away in the wide-angle position.
Notes on digital zoom
•More than 16x (CCD-TR57/TR67/TR87) or 18x (CCD-TR97/TR917/TR940) 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 D ZOOM function to OFF in
the menu system.
• The right side [a] of the power zoom indicator shows the digital zooming zone, and
the left side [b] shows the optical zooming zone. If you set the D ZOOM function to
OFF, the [a] zone disappears.
w
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Camera recording
Selecting the START/STOP mode
^'our Ccinicordcr has throe modes. These modes enable you to take a series of quick
shots resulting in a lively video.
(1) Set START/STOP MODE to the desired mode.
A : Recordtng starts when you press START/STOP, and stops when you
press it again (normal mode).
ANTI GROUND SHOOTING A : The camcorder records only while you
press down START/STOP so that you can avoid recording unnecessary scenes
5SEC: When you press START/STOP, the camcorder records for 5 seconds and
then stops automatically.
(2) Turn STANDBY up to STANDBY and press START/STOP. Recording starts.
If you selected 5SEC, the tape counter disappears and five dots appear. The dots
disappear at a rate of one per second as illustrated below.
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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.
Note on START/STOP mode
You cannot use FADER in 5SEC or .
mode (CCD-TR97/TR917/TR940 only).
Hints for bettor shooting
I'or hand-hoM shots, x'ou'll v;ot boiler results bv holding the eameorder aeeording to the
tollowing suggestions:
• Hold the camcorder tirmlv and secure it with the grip strap so that \’ou can easih
manipulate the controls with \ our thumb [a],
• Place vour right elbow against your side.
• Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it. Be sure to not touch the builtin microphone.
• Place your eye firmly against the viewfinder evecup.
• Use the viewfinder frame as a guide to determine the horizontal plane.
• You can also record in a low position to get an interesting angle. Lift the viewfinder
up for recording from a low position [b].
[a] [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 that the length of the tripod screw is less
than 9/32 inch (6.5 mm). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the
screw may damage 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].
[C] [d]
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Checking the recorded picture
L sing i-niTSli.ARCH, vou can ivx iow the last iveordoLi scene or check the recorded
picture in tile x'iewtinder.
(1) While pressini; the sm.ill green button on the I’OWtR switch, set it to
CAMF.KA,
(2) Turn STANDBY up to STANDB'i'.
(3) Tress ttie - (©) side of EDITSEARCH momentnrilv; the Inst few seconds of the
recorded portion play back (Rec Review),
You can monitor the sound from headphones (CCD-TR917/TR940 only).
Hold down the - side of EDITSEARCH until the camcorder goes back to the
scene vou want. The last recorded portion is played back. To go forward,
hold down the + side (Edit Search).
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To stop playback
Release EDITSEARCH.
To begin re-recording
Press START/STOP. Re-recording begins from the point you released EDITSEARCH.
Provided you do not eject the cassette, the transition between the last scene you
recorded and the next scene you record will be smooth.
Connections for playback
Connoct thè Ciìmcordor to \ our TV or \'CI\ lo watoh tho pla\ l\i>.k pitturo on tlu' lA'
saroon. Whcn moniU'riiii; tho pLwbaok picturo b\' oonnootini; tho oanìoordor (o \ oiir IA ,
\vo rooommond \ ou to uso houso ourront tor tho powor souivo.
Connecting directly to a TVA/CR with Video/Audio input jacks
will’ll coniii’cting the A/V connecting coble, moke sure vou connect the plug to jacks of
the same color.
Open the jack cover. With using the supiplied A/V connecting cable, connect tho
camcorder to the LINE IN inputs on the TV or VCR connected to the TV. Set the TV/
VCR selector on the TV to VCR. When connecting to the VCR, set the input selector on
the VCR to LINE.
CCD-TR57/TR67/TR87/TR97
CCD-TR917/TR940
-CCD-TR917/TR940 only
If your TV or VCR has an S video jack, connect using the S video connecting cable (not
supplied) [a] to obtain a high quality picture . If you are going to connect the camcorder
using the S video connecting cable (not supplied) [a], you do not need to connect the
yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable [b].
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Connections for playback
If your TV or VCR is a monaural type
-CCD-TR917/TR940 only
C'onnoct onlv the white plug for audio on both tlio camcorder and the TV or the VCK.
With this connection, the sound is monaural even in stereo model.
To connect to a TV or VCR without Video/Audio input jacks
Use an RFU-95UC RFU adaptor (not supplied).
Using the AV cordless IR receiver
-CCD-TR87/TR97/TR917n‘R940 only
Once you connect the AV cordless IR receiver (not supplied) having the i- LASER
LINK mark to your TV or VCR, you can easily view the picture on your TV. For details,
refer to the operating instruction of the AV cordless IR receiver.
LASER LINK is a system which transmits and receives a picture and sound between
video equipment having the 4 mark by using infrared rays.
LASER LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
To play back on a TV
(1) After connecting your TV and AV cordless IR receiver, set the POWER switch
on the AV cordless IR receiver to ON.
(2) Set the POWER switch on the camcorder to VTR/PLAYER.
(3) Turn the TV on and set the TV /VCR selector on the TV to VCR.
(4) Press LASER LINK. The lamp of the LASER LINK button lights up.
(5) Press ►- on the camcorder to start playback.
(6) Point the LASER LINK emitter at the AV cordless IR receiver.
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To cancel the LASER LINK function
Press LASER LINK.
If you use a Sony TV
• You can turn on the TV automatically when you press the LASER LINK or ► button.
To do so, set the AUTO TV ON to ON in the menu system and turn the TV's main
switch on, then do either of the following;
• Point the LASER LINK emitter towards the TV's remote sensor and press LASER
LINK.
• Tsrn onLhe LASER LINK button and press ►.
• You can switch the video input of the TV automatically to the one which the AV
cordless IR receiver is connected. To do so, set the AUTO TV ON to ON and the TV
INPUT to the same video input (1,2,3) in the menu system. With some models.
However the picture and sound may be disconnected momentarily when the video
input is switched.
• The above feature may not work with some TV models.
Note
When LASER LINK is activated (the LASER LINK button is lit), the camcorder
consumes power. Press and turn off the LASER LINK button when it is not needed.
Playing back a tape
^'o^^ Clin monitor tho plavbnck picture in the viewfinder. You can also monitor the
picture on a T\' screen, after connecting the camcorder to a TV or VCR.
(1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to VTR
(CCD-TR917/TR940) or PLAYER (CCD-TR57/TR67/TR87/TR97). The video
control buttons light up (CCD-TR97/TR917/TR940 only).
(2) Insert the recorded tape with the window facing out.
(3) Press to rewind the tape.
(4) Press to start playback.
POWER
■ ICAMERAI
■ OFF
■
To stop playback, press ■.
To rewind the tape, press
To fast-forward the tape rapidly, press
Using the remote commander
-CCD-TR67/TR87/TR97/TR917/TR940 only
You can control playback using the supplied Remote Commander. Before using the
Remote Commander, insert the size AA (R6) batteries.
To display the viewfinder screen indicators on the TV
Press DISPLAY on the remote Commander. To erase the indicators, press DISPLAY
again.
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Playing back a tape
Using headphones
Connect he.idphonos (not supplied) to the jnck (CCD-TlWI7/TR‘-)40 onlv).
Note on the lens cover
The lens cover does not open when the POWER switch is set to VTR/PLAYER. Do not
op>en tlic lens co\-er manually. It may cause malfunction.
Various playback modes
You can enjoy pictures in the viewfinder during still, slow and picture search.
To view a still picture (playback pause)
Press II during playback. 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 while advancing the tape or
rewinding (skip scan)
Keep pressing ◄◄ while rewinding or ►► while advancing the tape. To resume
normal playback, press ►.
To view the picture at 1/5 speed (slow playback)
- CCD-TR67/TR87/TR97/TR917/TR940 only
Press •►on the Remote Commander during playback. To resume normal playback,
press ►. If slow playback lasts for about 1 minute, it shifts to normal speed
automatically.
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To select the playback sound
-CCD-TR917/TR940only
Change the "HiFi SOUND" mode setting in the menu system.
Notes on playback
• Noise may appear when you use the still/slow/picture search function to play back
the tape recorded in LP mode.
• Streaks appear and the sound is muted in the various playback modes.
• When playback pause mode lasts for 5 minutes, the camcorder automatically enters
stop mode.
• You can play back the tapes recorded in the Hi8 video system on the standard 8 mm
camcorder (CCD-TR57/TR67/TR87/TR97 only).
I Advanced operations
Using alternative power sources
You Clin choose anv ot the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack,
house current, alkaline batteries (CCD-TR67/TR87/TRh7/TRh40 imlv) and 12/24 V car
battery. Choose tlio appropriate pc'wer source depending on where you want to use
vour camcorcfer.
Place
Indoors
Outdoors BcTttory pack
In the car
Notes on power sources
• Disconnecting the power source or removing the battery pack during recording or
playback may damage the inserted tape.
• The DC IN jack has priority over the battery pack for supplying the power. Even if
you unplug the power cord from the wall outlet, the battery pack cannot supply the
power to the camcorder as long as the AC power adaptor is connected to the DC IN
jack.
Power source
House current
Size AA (LR6)
Alkaline battery
12 V or 24 V car battery
Using the house current
(1) Open the DC IN jack cover, and connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN
jack on the camcorder.
(2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor.
(3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
Accessory to be used
Supplied AC power adaptor
Battery pack NP-F3,40 (supplied), NP-F530,
NP-F550, NP-F730, NP-F730H, NP-F750, NP-F‘-).30,
NP-F950
Supplied battery case (CCD-TR67/TR87/TR97/
TR940 only)
Sony car battery charger DC-V515A
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WARNING
The power cord must only be changed at a qualified service shop.
PRECAUTION
The set is not disconnected from the AC power source (house current) as long as it is
connected to the wall outlet, even if the set itself has been turned off.
Note
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Using alternative power sources
Using alkaline batteries
- CCD-TR67/TR87/TR97/TR940 only
Use the battery case (supplied) and six size AA (LR6) Sony 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.
Battery life
Using alkaline batteries at 77°F (25°C).
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CCDContinuous recording time
Typical recording time
PRECAUTION
When the battery case is attached to the camcorder, do not connect the AC power
adaptor.
Notes
• You may not use the battery case in cold environment.
• The battery life may be shorter depending on the using environment.
• 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.
To remove the battery case
The battery case is removed in the same way as the battery pack.
When you replace the batteries, be sure to remove the battery case from the camcorder
to prevent malfunction.
Remove the battery case after using it.
TR67 TR87/TR97 TR940
330 min.
170 min. 160 min. 150 min.
305 min. 285 min.
Using alternative power sources
Using a car battery
Use Sony DC-\'515A c.ir b.itterv charger (not supplied). Connect the car battery cord to
the cigarette lighter socket of a car (12 V or 24 V). Refer to the operating instructions of
your car battery charger.
To remove the car battery charger
The car battery charger is removed in the same way as the battery pack.
Tliis mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony
video products.
When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recommends that you
purchase accessories with this "GENUINE VIDEO ACCESSORIES" mark.
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Changing the mode settings
'I'ou can change the mode settings in the menu system to further enjoy the features and
functions of fhe camcorder,
(1) Press MENU fo display fhe menu.
(2) Turn the control dial to select the desired icon in the left side of the menu, then
press the dial.
(3) Turn the control dial to select the desired item, then press the dial.
(4) Turn the control dial to select the desired mode, and press the dial. If you want
to change the other modes, repeat steps 3 and 4. If you want to change the
other items, select ^3 RETURN and press the dial, then repeat steps from 2 to
4.
(5) Press MENU or select icon to erase the menu display.
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Note on the menu display
Depending on the model of your camcorder, the menu display may be different from
that in this illustration.
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