Sony Handycam DCR-TRV140E Operating Instructions Manual page 155

Types of trouble and their solutions
In the recording and playback modes
Symptom
The power does not turn on.
The end search function does not
work.
The end search function does not
work correctly.* 1)
The battery pack discharges quickly.
The remaining battery time
indicator does not indicate
the correct time.
The power goes off although the
remaining battery time indicator
indicates that the battery pack has
enough power to operate.
The cassette cannot be removed from
the holder.
The % and Z indicators flash and no
functions except for cassette ejection
work.
The remaining tape indicator is not
displayed.
* 1) DCR-TRV140E only
Cause and/or Corrective Actions
• The battery pack is not installed, or is dead or nearly dead.
c Install a charged battery pack. (p. 18, 19)
• The AC power adaptor is not connected to a wall socket.
c Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall socket. (p. 23)
• The tape was ejected after recording.
• You have not recorded on the cassette yet.
• The tape has a blank portion in the beginning or middle.
• The operating temperature is too low.
• The battery pack is not fully charged.
c Charge the battery pack fully again. (p. 18, 19)
• The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged.
c Replace with a new battery pack. (p. 18)
• You have used the battery pack in an extremely hot or cold
environment for a long time.
• The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged.
c Replace with a new battery pack. (p. 18)
• The battery pack is not fully charged.
• A deviation has occurred in the remaining battery time.
c Charge the battery pack fully again. (p. 18, 19)
• A deviation has occurred in the remaining battery time.
c Charge the battery pack fully again so that the indication on
the battery remaining indicator is correct. (p. 18, 19)
• The power source is disconnected.
c Connect it firmly. (p. 19, 23)
• The battery pack is dead.
c Use a charged battery pack. (p. 18, 19)
• Moisture condensation has occurred.
c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1
hour to acclimate. (p. 179)
• The q REMAIN is set to AUTO in the menu settings.
c Set it to ON to always display the remaining tape indicator.
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