Sony Handycam CCD-TR2300 Service Manual page 39

Selecting Cassette types
This Hi8 system is an extension of the standard 8 mm system, and was developed for
higher-quality pictures.
You can use Hi8 video and standard 8 mm cassettes. When you want to record in the
Hi8 system (in SP mode only), use only Hi8 video cassettes. You cannot record on
standard 8 ram cassettes in the Hi8 system.
If you are going to play back the tape using a standard 8 mm video recorder/player,
you should record the tape oh a standard 8 mm system.
If you want to use a Hi8 cassette with the standard 8 mm video recorder system, set Hi8
to OFF in th(_ menu system before recording.
To play back in ; ' Hi8
Record using cassette type I-Ilig
Set Hi8 setting to AUTO
•. Standard 8 "
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OFF AUTO (or OFF)
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The playback mode (SP/LP or Hi8/standard 8 ram) is selected automatically according
to the format in which the tape has been recorded. The quality of the recorded picture in
LP mode, however, will not be as good as that in SP mode.
Note on AFM HiFi stereo
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 recorder/player.
• You record the tape on an AFM HiFi monaural video recorder, then play it back on
this camcorder.
Recording mode
When you play back a tape, the SP/LP indicator in the viewfinder shows the recording
mode LP/SP.
Foreign 8 mm video
Because the "IV 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.
This section shows you how you can get the most out of your battery, p ack•
Preparing the battery pack "
Always carry additional batteries
Have sufficient battery pack power to do 2 to 3 times as much recording as you have
planned.
Battery life is shorter in a cold environment
Battery efficiency is decreased, and the battery will be used up more quickly, if you are
recording in a cold environment•
To save battery power
Turn STANDBY 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 you are 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 tape is inserted or removed•
When to replace_the battery pack
While you are using your camcorder, the remaining battery indicator in the viewfinder
decreases gradually as battery power is used up.
When you use the NP-F530/F730 "InfoLIHTIUM" battery, the minute indicators appear
with the remaining battery indicator while recording•
When the remaining battery indicator reaches the lowest point, the r_ indicator appears
and starts flashing in the view finder. When you use the NP-F530/F730 battery, the o,_
indicator may flash even if there are still 5 to 10 minutes of charge remaining.
When the o_ indicator in the viewfinder changes from slow flashing to rapid flashing
while you are recording, set the POWER switch to OFF on the camcorder and replace
the battery pack. Leave the tape in the camcorder to obtain a smooth transition between
scenes after the battery pack has been replaced.
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 pack heats up
During charging or recording, the battery pack heats up. This is caused by energy that
has been generated and a chemical change that has occurred inside the battery pack•
This is not cause for concern, and is normal.
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