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Sony Handycam CCD-TR648E Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
ИНСТРУКЦИЯ ПО ЭКСПЛУАТАЦИИ
Перед эксплуатацией аппарата внимательно прочтите,
пожалуйста, данное руководство и сохраните его для
дальнейших справок.
CCD-TR748E
CCD-TR648E/TR748E
©2002 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ИНСТРУКЦИЯ ПО ЭКСПЛУАТАЦИИ Перед эксплуатацией аппарата внимательно прочтите, пожалуйста, данное руководство и сохраните его для дальнейших справок. CCD-TR748E CCD-TR648E/TR748E ©2002 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 English Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam ® camcorder. With your Handycam you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam ® is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use. You will soon be producing home video that you can enjoy for years to come.

  • Page 3: Main Features

    English Main Features Taking moving images, and playing them back • Recording a picture (p. 25) • Playing back a tape (p. 34) Others Functions to adjust exposure in the recording mode • BACK LIGHT (p. 30) • NightShot (p. 31) •...
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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Warning indicators and messages ... 89 Additional Information About video cassettes ... 98 About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack ... 100 Using your camcorder abroad ... 102 Maintenance information and precautions ... 103 Specifications ... 109 Quick Reference Identifying the parts and controls ... 111...

  • Page 7: Checking Supplied Accessories

    6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 111) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 25, 115) 8 21-pin adaptor (1) (p. 38) (CCD-TR748E only) Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc.

  • Page 8: Quick Start Guide

    English Quick Start Guide Connecting the mains lead Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 14). Inserting a cassette Open the lid of the cassette compartment, and press Z EJECT. The cassette compartment opens automatically. This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your camcorder.

  • Page 9: Recording A Picture

    Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight (p. 28). When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set to off. If you want to record the date and time for a picture, set the clock setting before recording (p. 21).
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  • Page 12: Getting Started

    “CCD-TR748E only.” As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on your camcorder are shown in capital letters. e.g. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. When you carry out an operation, you can hear a beep sound to indicate that the operation is being carried out.

  • Page 13: Precautions On Camcorder Care

    LCD screen and the finder. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. •Do not let your camcorder get wet. Keep your camcorder away from rain and sea water. Letting your camcorder get wet may cause your camcorder to malfunction.

  • Page 14: Step 1 Preparing The Power Supply

    Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Slide the battery pack down until it clicks. To remove the battery pack Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing V BATT down. V BATT release lever/...

  • Page 15: Charging The Battery Pack

    (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the plug’s v mark facing up. (2) Connect the mains lead to the AC power adaptor.
  • Page 16 The remaining battery time indicator in the display window roughly indicates the recording time with the viewfinder. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time “– – – – min” appears in the display window. While charging the battery pack, no indicator...
  • Page 17 Approximate number of minutes when you use a fully charged battery pack Approximate continuous recording time at 25°C (77°F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment. Approximate number of minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/ stop, zooming and turning the power on/off.
  • Page 18 This unit is compatible with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (M series). Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. “InfoLITHIUM” M series battery packs have the “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. 1010 mark. °...

  • Page 19: Connecting To A Wall Socket

    Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall socket When you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from a wall socket using the AC power adaptor. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover, and connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the plug’s v mark facing up.
  • Page 20 Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). Refer to the operating instructions of the DC Adaptor/ Charger for further information. •...

  • Page 21: Step 2 Setting The Date And Time

    CAMERA unless you set the date and time settings. If you do not use your camcorder for about 6 months, the date and time settings may be released (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery in your camcorder will have been discharged.

  • Page 22: Step 2 Setting The Date And Time

    1995 T ..t 2002 T ..t 2079 T Auto date function When you use your camcorder for the first time, turn it on and set the date and time to your local time before you start recording (p.

  • Page 23: Step 3 Inserting A Cassette

    Step 3 Inserting a cassette When you want to record in the Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassettes. (1) Prepare the power supply (p. 14). (2) Open the lid of the cassette compartment, and press Z EJECT. The cassette compartment opens automatically.

  • Page 24: Step 3 Inserting A Cassette

    •The cassette compartment may not be closed when you press any part of the cassette compartment other than the •Do not pick up your camcorder by the lid of the cassette compartment. To prevent accidental erasure Slide the write-protect tab on the cassette to expose the red mark.

  • Page 25: Recording - Basics

    (p. 14 to 24). (3) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. Your camcorder is set to the standby mode. (4) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The REC indicator appears. The recording lamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up.
  • Page 26 •Do not touch the built-in microphone during recording. Note on Recording mode Your camcorder records and plays back in the SP (standard play) mode and in the LP (long play) mode. Select SP or LP in the menu settings (p. 76). In the LP mode, you can record twice as long as in the SP mode.

  • Page 27: Digital Zoom (P

    (2) Eject the cassette. (3) Attach the lens cap. After using your camcorder Remove the battery pack from your camcorder to avoid turning on the built-in light accidentally. Using the zoom feature Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom.

  • Page 28: Adjusting The Viewfinder

    Recording a picture Notes on digital zoom •Digital zoom starts to function when zoom exceeds 20 . •The picture quality deteriorates as you go toward the “T” side. When you shoot close to a subject If you cannot get a sharp focus, move the power zoom lever to the “W”...
  • Page 29 Recording a picture Indicators displayed in the recording mode The indicators are not recorded on tape. [a]: Remaining battery time indicator [b]: Hi8 format indicator This appears while playing back or recording in Hi8 format. [c]: Recording mode indicator [d]: STBY/REC indicator [e]: Tape counter indicator [f]: Remaining tape indicator This appears after you insert a cassette and...

  • Page 30: Shooting Backlit Subjects - Back Light

    Recording a picture Shooting backlit subjects – BACK LIGHT When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the backlight function. Press BACK LIGHT in CAMERA mode. The . indicator appears in the viewfinder. To cancel, press BACK LIGHT again.

  • Page 31: Shooting In The Dark - Nightshot

    For example, you can satisfactorily record the environment of nocturnal animals for observation when you use this function. While your camcorder is in CAMERA mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON. and “NIGHTSHOT” indicators flash in the viewfinder. To cancel the NightShot function, slide NIGHTSHOT to OFF.
  • Page 32 Notes •Do not use the NightShot function in bright places (ex. outdoors in the daytime). This may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •When you keep NIGHTSHOT setting to ON in normal recording, the picture may be recorded in incorrect or unnatural colours.

  • Page 33: Superimposing The Date And Time On Pictures

    DATE) to record the date and time. Press DATE and/or TIME again. The date and/ or time indicator disappears. When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set to off. Set the date and time to your local time before using (p. 21).

  • Page 34: Playback - Basics

    — Playback – Basics — Playing back a tape You can monitor playback picture on a TV screen after connecting your camcorder to a TV or VCR. You can also monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder.

  • Page 35: Various Playback Modes

    Playing back a tape To display the screen indicators – Display function Press DISPLAY on the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. The indicators appear on the TV screen. To make the indicators disappear, press DISPLAY again. Various playback modes To operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to PLAYER.
  • Page 36 In the various playback modes Sound is muted. When the playback pause mode lasts for 5 minutes Your camcorder automatically enters the stop mode. To resume playback, press N. If slow playback lasts for about 1 minute Your camcorder automatically returns to normal speed.

  • Page 37: Viewing The Recording On Tv

    : Signal flow/ If your TV is already connected to a VCR Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR by using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE.

  • Page 38: Viewing The Recording On Tv

    With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks on both your camcorder and the TV.

  • Page 39: Advanced Recording Operations

    — Advanced Recording Operations — Using the wide mode You can record a cinema-like picture (CINEMA) or a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide- screen TV (16:9FULL). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV. CINEMA Black bands appear on the screen during recording in the CINEMA mode [a], playing back on a normal TV [b] or a wide-screen TV [c].
  • Page 40 TVs. During recording You cannot change or cancel the wide mode. When you cancel the wide mode, set your camcorder to the standby mode and then set 16:9WIDE to OFF in the menu settings.

  • Page 41: Using The Fader Function

    Using the fader function You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. FADER M.FADER (mosaic) STRIPE BOUNCE (Fade in only)/ MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to colour. When fading out, the picture gradually changes from colour to black-and-white.
  • Page 42 * Fade in only (2) Press START/STOP. The fader indicator stops flashing. After the fade in/out is carried out, your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode. FADER To cancel the fader function Before pressing START/STOP, press FADER until the indicator disappears.
  • Page 43 Using the fader function The date, time indicator and title do not fade in or fade out Erase them before operating the fader function if they are not needed. While using the bounce function, you cannot use the following functions: –...

  • Page 44: Using Special Effects - Picture Effect

    Using special effects – Picture effect You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on the TV. PASTEL [a] : The contrast of the picture is emphasised, and the picture looks like an animated cartoon. NEG.ART [b] : The colour and brightness of the picture are reversed.

  • Page 45: Using Special Effects – Picture Effect

    To cancel the picture effect function Set P EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings. When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) Your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode. MA N U A L S E T...

  • Page 46: Using The Program Ae Function

    LANDSCAPE (Landscape) This mode is for when you are recording distant subjects such as mountains and prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows when you are recording a subject behind glass or a screen. SPOTLIGHT...
  • Page 47 Using the PROGRAM AE function (1) In CAMERA mode, select PROGRAM AE in in the menu settings (p. 74). (2) Select the desired PROGRAM AE mode in the menu settings, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. MENU To cancel the PROGRAM AE function Set PROGRAM AE to AUTO in the menu settings.
  • Page 48 •In the spotlight, sports lesson and beach & ski modes, you cannot take close-ups. This is because your camcorder is set to focus only on subjects in the middle to far distance. •In the sunset & moon and landscape modes, your camcorder is set to focus only on distant subjects.

  • Page 49: Adjusting The Exposure Manually

    Note When you adjust the exposure manually, the backlight function does not work in CAMERA mode. Your camcorder automatically returns to the automatic exposure mode: – if you change the PROGRAM AE mode – if you slide NIGHTSHOT to ON –...

  • Page 50: Focusing Manually

    Focusing manually You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases: •The autofocus mode is not effective when shooting: – subjects through glass coated with water droplets. – horizontal stripes. – subjects with little contrast with backgrounds such as walls and sky.
  • Page 51 Focusing manually To focus precisely Adjust the zoom by first focusing at the “T” (telephoto) position and then shooting at the “W” (wide-angle) positon. This makes focusing easier. When you shoot close to the subject Focus at the end of the “W” (wide-angle) position.

  • Page 52: Superimposing A Title

    Superimposing a title You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles (p. 55). You can also select the language, colour, size and position of titles. (1) In CAMERA mode, press TITLE to display the title menu. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select then press the dial.
  • Page 53 Superimposing a title To superimpose the title while you are recording Press TITLE while you are recording, and carry out steps 2 to 5. When you press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial at step 5, the title is superimposed. To select the language of a preset title If you want to change the language, select before step 2.
  • Page 54 You can superimpose a title. However, the title is not recorded on tape. You can record a title when you dub a tape connecting your camcorder to the VCR with the A/V connecting cable. Наложение титра Для использования созданного Вами...

  • Page 55: Making Your Own Titles

    Making your own titles You can make up to two titles and store them in your camcorder. Each title can have up to 20 characters. (1) In CAMERA or PLAYER mode, press TITLE. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select then press the dial.
  • Page 56 1. We recommend setting the POWER switch to PLAYER or removing the cassette so that your camcorder does not automatically turn off while you are entering title characters. If you select [cP2] The menu for selecting alphabet and Russian characters appears.

  • Page 57: Using The Built-In Light

    Using the built-in light You can use the built-in light to suit your shooting situation. The recommended distance between the subject and camcorder is about 1.5 m (5 feet). Press LIGHT repeatedly until the indicator appears in the viewfinder while your camcorder is in CAMERA mode.
  • Page 58 •The battery pack discharges quickly while the built-in light is turned on. Turn it off when not in use. •When you do not use your camcorder, turn the built-in light off and remove the battery pack to avoid turning on the built-in light accidentally.

  • Page 59: Replacing The Bulb

    •When you use the conversion lens (optional), the built-in light is blocked and may not illuminate the subject properly. Replacing the bulb Use the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp (optional). The supplied halogen lamp is not commercially available. Purchase the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp.
  • Page 60 Using the built-in light CAUTION •When replacing the bulb, use only the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp (optional) to reduce the risk of fire. •To prevent possible burn hazard, disconnect the power source before replacing and do not touch the bulb until the bulb becomes cool enough to handle (for about 30 minutes or more).

  • Page 61: Editing

    A/V connecting cable (supplied)/ : Signal flow/ When you have finished dubbing a tape Press x on both your camcorder and the VCR. To prevent deterioration of pictures when dubbing Set EDIT to ON in the menu settings before dubbing.
  • Page 62 Dubbing a tape You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems: 8 mm , Hi8 , Digital8 , VHS S-VHS , VHSC , S-VHSC Betamax , mini DV or DV If your VCR has an S video jack Connect using an S video cable (optional) to obtain optimum quality screen images.

  • Page 63: Dubbing A Tape Easily - Easy Dubbing

    Dubbing a tape easily – Easy Dubbing VCR operation for dubbing can be controlled easily by using your camcorder when the VCR is connected. You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles stored in your camcorder as instructed in “Making your own titles”...
  • Page 64 Dubbing a tape easily – Easy Dubbing Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with your camcorder You can control the VCR by wireless remote control. (1) Setting the modes to cancel recording pause on the VCR 1 Set the POWER switch to PLAYER on your camcorder.

  • Page 65: Setting The Ir Setup Code

    Dubbing a tape easily – Easy Dubbing Buttons for cancelling recording pause on the The buttons vary depending on your VCR. To cancel recording pause: – Select PAUSE if the button to cancel recording pause is X. – Select REC if the button to cancel recording pause is z.
  • Page 66 Dubbing a tape easily – Easy Dubbing About the IR SETUP code The IR SETUP code is stored in the memory of your camcorder. Be sure to set the correct code depending on your VCR. The default setting is Code number 3. Brand/...
  • Page 67 (3) Setting your camcorder and the VCR to face each other Locate the Infrared rays emitter of your camcorder and face it towards the remote sensor of the VCR. Set the devices about 30 cm (12 in.) apart, and remove any obstacles between the devices.
  • Page 68 •After checking the code in “About the IR SETUP code,” set IR SETUP or PAUSE MODE again. •Place your camcorder at least 30 cm (12 in.) away from the VCR. •Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. E A S Y D U B B I N G...
  • Page 69 Step 3: Selecting the title You can select title, colour, size, and background colour. CUSTOM1 and CUSTOM2 are custom titles stored in your camcorder as instructed in “Making your own titles” (p. 55). (1) Press EASY DUBBING to display the menu.
  • Page 70 – PREVIEW: you can make a time-lapse dubbing by setting the camcorder to automatically playback and standby sequentially. [a]: Recording (VCR) [b]: Waiting time (VCR) [c]: Playback time (camcorder) • • • – – 25 s 30 s 30 s...
  • Page 71 Dubbing a tape easily – Easy Dubbing Step 5: Performing Easy Dubbing Make sure that your camcorder and VCR are connected, and that the VCR is set to recording pause. When you use a video camera recorder, set its POWER switch to VTR/VCR. Set the POWER switch of your camcorder to PLAYER.

  • Page 72: Customizing Your Camcorder

    — Customizing Your Camcorder — Changing the menu settings To change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial. The default settings can be partially changed. First, select the icon, then the menu item and then the mode.
  • Page 73 Changing the menu settings CAMERA MA NU A L S E T P ROGR AM A E MENU P E F F E C T [ ME NU ] : E ND To make the menu display disappear Press MENU. PLAYER P L A Y E R S E T E D I T...

  • Page 74: Selecting The Mode Setting Of Each Item

    If you set to 40 /450 , digital zoom is activated and more than 20 to 40 /450 is performed digitally. (p. 27) (CCD-TR648E only) If you set to OFF, digital zoom is deactivated and up to 20 is carried out.
  • Page 75 Note on VF B.L. •When you select BRIGHT, battery life is reduced by about 10 percent during recording. •When you use power sources other than the battery pack, BRIGHT is automatically selected. appears. Your camcorder prevents excessive compensation for camera- Meaning —...
  • Page 76 When you play back the tape on other camcorders or VCRs, noise may occur in images or sound. •When you record in the LP mode, we recommend using a Sony video cassette so that you can get the most out of your camcorder.
  • Page 77 CCD-TR648E only Notes on DEMO MODE •You cannot select DEMO MODE when a cassette is inserted in your camcorder. •DEMO MODE is set to STBY (Standby) at the factory and the demonstration starts about 10 minutes after you have set the POWER switch to CAMERA without a cassette inserted.
  • Page 78 Recording a close-up picture When REC LAMP is set to ON, the red recording lamp on the front of the camcorder may reflect on the subject if it is close. In this case, we recommend you set REC LAMP to OFF.
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  • Page 84: Troubleshooting

    If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorised Sony service facility. If “C:ss:ss” appears in the viewfinder or the display window, the self-diagnosis display function has worked.
  • Page 85 • EDIT is set to ON in the menu settings. c Set it to OFF. (p. 75) • The video head may be dirty. c Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (optional). (p. 104) (Continued on the following page)
  • Page 86 Use a charged battery pack. (p. 15, 17) • Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour to acclimatize. (p. 103) • The q REMAIN is set to AUTO in the menu settings.
  • Page 87 • The battery pack is not installed properly. c Install it properly. • Something is wrong with the battery pack. c Contact your Sony dealer or local authorised Sony service facility. • The POWER switch is not set to OFF (CHG).

  • Page 88: Self-Diagnosis Display

    Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour to acclimatize. (p. 103) • The video heads are dirty. c Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (optional). (p. 104) • A malfunction other than the above that you can service has occurred.

  • Page 89: Warning Indicators And Messages

    See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Warning indicators The video heads are dirty Slow flashing: – You need to clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (optional). (p. 104) The battery pack is dead or nearly dead Slow flashing: –...
  • Page 90 Warning indicators and messages Warning messages • CLOCK SET • For “InfoLITHIUM” BATTERY ONLY • CLEANING CASSETTE • START/STOP KEY • ORC • Q NO TAPE* • Q TAPE END* * You hear the melody or beep sound. Set the date and time (p. 21). Use an “InfoLITHIUM”...
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  • Page 98: Additional Information

    — Additional Information — About video cassettes Selecting the cassette type You can use both Hi8 video cassettes on your camcorder. When you use a Hi8 video cassette, recording and playback are carried out in the Hi8 When you use a standard 8 mm...
  • Page 99 About video cassettes Playing back an NTSC-recorded tape You can play back tapes recorded in the NTSC video system using the SP mode. However, note that the following will occur during playback of an NTSC-recorded tape. •When playing back a tape on a TV screen, you may not get the original colour depending on the TV.

  • Page 100: About The "Infolithium" Battery Pack

    •Be certain to turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) when not taking shots or playing back on your camcorder. Battery pack power is also consumed when your camcorder is in the standby mode or playback is paused. •Have spare battery packs handy for two or...

  • Page 101: Battery Life

    1. Fully charge the battery. 2. Discharge on your camcorder. 3. Remove the battery pack from your camcorder and store it in a dry, cool place. •To discharge the battery pack on your camcorder, leave your camcorder in CAMERA (standby) mode without a cassette inserted until the power goes off.

  • Page 102: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    Using your camcorder abroad Using your camcorder abroad You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Your camcorder is a PAL system based camcorder.

  • Page 103: Maintenance Information And Precautions

    (or vice versa) or when you use your camcorder in a hot place as follows: – You bring your camcorder from a ski slope into a place warmed up by a heating device. – You bring your camcorder from an air- conditioned car or room into a hot place outside.
  • Page 104 If this is the case, they must be replaced with new heads. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorised Sony service facility. CLEANING...
  • Page 105 •If any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. •Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful with the lens.
  • Page 106 Camcorder care •When your camcorder is not to be used for a long time, remove the battery. •Remove the tape, and periodically turn on the...
  • Page 107 To prevent mold from growing on the lens, periodically perform the above. We recommend turning on and operating your camcorder at least once per month to keep your camcorder in an optimum state for a long time.
  • Page 108 •If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water. •If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a doctor. If any problem occurs, unplug your camcorder and contact your nearest Sony dealer.

  • Page 109: Specifications

    Approx. 380 000 pixels (Effective: Approx. 230 000 pixels) Lens Combined power zoom lens Filter diameter 37 mm (1 7/16 in.) CCD-TR648E: 20 (Optical), 450 (Digital) CCD-TR748E: 20 (Optical), 560 (Digital) Focal length 3.6 – 72 mm (5/32 – 2 7/8 in.)
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  • Page 111: Quick Reference

    6 POWER switch (p. 25) 7 START/STOP button (p. 25) 8 Hooks for shoulder strap (p. 111) 9 DC IN jack (p. 15, 19) Attaching the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap supplied with your camcorder to the hooks for the shoulder strap.
  • Page 112 Tripod receptacle (base) Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage your camcorder. * This button has a tactile dot.
  • Page 113 Identifying the parts and controls w; BACK LIGHT button (p. 30) wa FADER button* (p. 42) ws DATE button (p. 33) wd TIME button* (p. 33) wf SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 21, 72) wg EASY DUBBING button (p. 64) wh COUNTER RESET button (p. 26) * This button has a tactile dot.
  • Page 114 Identifying the parts and controls wj EXPOSURE button* (p. 49) wk TITLE button (p. 52) wl Viewfinder (p. 28) e; MENU button* (p. 72) * This button has a tactile dot.
  • Page 115 Identifying the parts and controls ea Z EJECT button (p. 23) es Cassette compartment (p. 23) ed Grip strap ef RESET button (p. 87) eg S VIDEO OUT jack (p. 37, 61, 63) eh A/V OUT jack (p. 37, 61) ej RFU DC OUT (RFU adaptor DC output) jack (p.

  • Page 116: Remote Commander

    Remote Commander and your camcorder function identically. 1 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control your camcorder after turning on your camcorder. 2 Tape transport buttons (p. 34, 35) 3 DISPLAY button (p. 35) 4 START/STOP button (p. 25)
  • Page 117 Sony VCRs to avoid remote control unintentional operations. If you use another Sony VCR in the commander mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the commander mode or covering the sensor of the VCR with black...

  • Page 118: Operation Indicators

    Identifying the parts and controls Operation indicators Viewfinder/ M . F ADER C I NEMA S E P I A 1 Recording mode indicator (p. 76) 2 Hi8 format indicator (p. 29) 3 Remaining battery time indicator (p. 29) 4 Zoom indicator (p. 27)/ Exposure indicator (p.
  • Page 119 Identifying the parts and controls qf Tape counter indicator (p. 29)/ Self-diagnosis display indicator (p. 88) qg Remaining tape indicator (p. 29) qh NIGHTSHOT indicator (p. 31) qj AUTO DATE indicator (p. 22)/ Date indicator (p. 21, 33) qk Time indicator (p. 21, 33) ql Warning indicators (p.

  • Page 120: Index

    English Index A, B AC power adaptor ... 15 Adjusting viewfinder ... 28 A/V connecting cable ... 37, 61, 67 BACK LIGHT ... 30 Battery pack ... 14 Beep ... 78 BOUNCE ... 41 C, D Charging battery ... 15 Charging the built-in rechargeable battery ...
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