Sony Handycam DCR-TRV738E Operating Instructions Manual page 222

Types of trouble and how to correct trouble
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.
The battery pack is quickly
discharged.
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.
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Cause and/or Corrective Actions
• The battery pack is not installed, or is dead or nearly dead.
c Install a charged battery pack (p. 17, 18).
• 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 new cassette yet.
• The tape has a blank portion at the beginning or midway.
• The operating temperature is too low.
• The battery pack is not charged enough.
c Charge the battery pack fully again (p. 18).
• The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged.
c Replace with a new battery pack (p. 17).
• 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. 17).
• The battery is dead.
c Use a fully charged battery pack (p. 17, 18).
• A deviation has occurred in the remaining battery time.
c Charge the battery pack fully so that the remaining battery
time indicator indicates correct time (p. 18).
• A deviation has occurred in the remaining battery time.
c Charge the battery pack fully so that the remaining battery
time indicator indicates correct time (p. 18).
• The power source is disconnected.
c Connect it firmly (p. 17, 23).
• The battery is dead.
c Use a charged battery pack (p. 17, 18).
• Moisture condensation has occurred.
c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least
one hour to acclimatize (p. 247).