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Sony Video8 Handycam CCD-FX620 Operation Manual

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SONY
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Video Camera Recorder ILEI
CCD-FX620
AC Power Adaptor
A C- V25S
Operation
Manual
Before operating the unit, please read this manual
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
Owner's
Record
The model and serial numbers
are located
on the bottom
of
the camcorder
and AC power
adaptor.
Record
the serial
numbers
in the space provided
on the right hand.
Refer to these
numbers
whenever
you call upon your Sony
dealer
regarding
this product.
Model
No. CCD-FX620
Serial No.
Model No. AC-V25S
Serial No.
Video 8
Handgram
Fg,1993 by Sony Corporation

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how to rewind cassette tape on video 8 handycam

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To rewind a cassette tape on a Sony Video8 Handycam CCD-FX620, press the rewind button (◄◄) while the camcorder is in VTR mode.

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  • Page 1 Record the serial Serial No. numbers in the space provided on the right hand. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony Model No. AC-V25S dealer regarding this product. Serial No. Handgram Video 8 Fg,1993 by Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 Caution You are cautionud u_u[ _i,Z ch_,iiyu:, ul i;iudltica[iOliS not expressly approved in this manual could void To prevent fire or shock your authority to operate this equipment. hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture, Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits fo[ a Class B digita_ device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules, These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against...

  • Page 3: Welcome To Video

    Welcome to Video [] 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 4: Before You Begin

    Before You Begin If you want to shoot as soon as possible, read the chapters "Getting Started" and "Basic Operations" first. 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.
  • Page 5 our camcorder. Check that the following accessories are supplied with _> £ ¢- Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 26) Size AA (R6) Batteries for Remote Commander (2) (p. 26) Battery Pack NP-55 (1) (p. 6) AC Power Adaptor AC-V25S (1) (p. 6) _>...

  • Page 6: Charging The Battery Pack

    Getting Started Before using your camcorder, you need to charge and install the battery pack. The supplied battery pack is not charged when you purchase the camcorder. Use the supplied AC-V25S AC Power Adaptor for charging. Charging the Battery Pack (1) Connect the power cord of the AC power adaptor to a walt outlet.

  • Page 7: Installing The Battery Pack

    Notes on the AC power adaptor • The camcorder cannot be operated while charging the battery pack. • The POWER lamp will remain lit for a while even if the battery pack is detached and the power cord is disconnected after charging the battery pack.

  • Page 8: Tips For Using The Battery Pack

    Tips for Using the Battery Pack Preparing the Rechargeable Battery Pack Have sufficient battery pack power to do 2 or 3 times as much recording than you have planned "Battery life" indicated in this manual is measured by the continuous recording time of the camcorder, at room...

  • Page 9: Battery Pack

    Recharge the battery pack after long storage If the battery pack is charged fully but then not used for a long time (about 1 yeart, it becomes discharged. Charge it again but in this case the battery life will be shorter than normal.
  • Page 10 ,_ indicator will flash in the viewfinder for about 5 seconds when you turn STANDBY up while the POWER switch is set to CAMERA. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 or Duracell DL-2025. Use of any other battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
  • Page 11 Before setting the clock, make sure a power source and lithium battery are installed. (1) While pressing small green button on the POWER switch, slide the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Turn STANDBY (3) Press DATE (+) and TIME (NEXT) simultaneously for a few seconds until the year indicator...
  • Page 12 By presetting your child's birth date in your camcorder, you can record your child's age in years and months on your tape. Once you enter the birth date of your child, the camcorder's clock will automatically update age of your child. You can preset up to three birth dates or events in the camcorder's memory.
  • Page 13 If YouMissed t heCurrect N umber withDATE (+) The indicators in the display window change as follows: year "00" (1900) --->"01" (1901) ----4, Current year I ..Current year minus 99 ___1 month "1" --> "2" -----> "12"--> "- -" "1"...

  • Page 14: Ejecting The Cassette

    Make sure a power source is attached. (1) While pressing the small blue button on EJECT, slide EJECT down. The cassette holder automatically moves up and opens. (2) Insert a cassette (not supplied) with the window facing out. (3) Press the PUSH mark on the cassette holder until it clicks to close it.
  • Page 15 Before you use the camcorder for the first time, or after someone else has used it, focus the wewfinder {ens. Make sure a power source is attached. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, slide the POWER switch to CAMERA.
  • Page 16 For hand-held shots, you will get better result by holding the camcorder according to the following suggestions: • Hold the camcorder firmly and secure it with the grip strap so that you can easily manipulate the controls with your thumb. [a] •...

  • Page 17: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Make sure a power source is attached and a cassette is inserted. Before you record one-time events, you may want to make a trial recording to make sure you are using the camcorder correctly. (1) By pressing releases on the lens cap, remove the lens cap and attach it to the grip belt.

  • Page 18: To Prevent Accidental Erasure

    To Check the Tape Remaining [a] or the Battery Capacity Remaining [b] Press TAPE/BATT CHECK while recording, or in Standby or VTR mode. The s_E indicator appears above in the viewfinder. "S" means Start. "E" means End. The black bar indicates the tape remaining.

  • Page 19: Using The Zoom Feature

    Using the Zoom Feature Zooming is a recording technique that enables you to change the size of the subject in the scene. You can also use the zoom to focus manually or to decide on a shooting angle before you start recording. For more professional-looking recordings, use the zoom sparingly.

  • Page 20: Recording An Age

    Recording an Age You can record the age displayed in the viewfinder with the scene while making a camera recording (p. 17). Make sure the date is preset (p. 11). After setting the POWER switch to CAMERA and turning STANDBY up, press AGE/EVENT to select the [], [], or [] you can record the time elapsed since the date set, for example, your child's birthday.

  • Page 21: Checking The Recorded Picture In The Viewfinder

    Checking the Recorded Picture in the Viewfinder Using EDITSEARCH, you can review the last recorded scene and check the recorded picture in the viewfinder. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, slide the POWER switch to CAMERA.
  • Page 22 You can use this carncorder as a VCR by connecting it to your TV for playback. There are three ways to connect your camcorder to a TV. • Connecting by using the AC connecting adaptor • Connecting directly by using A/V connecting cable •...
  • Page 23 If your TV does not have audio/video input jacks (1) Connect your TV and the connecting adaptor by using supplied RFU-90UC RFU Adaptor. (2) Set the channel selector of the RFU adaptor to 3CH or 4CH whichever is not active in your area. (3) Put the AC power adaptor on the connecting adaptor and while pressing the AC power adaptor, slide it in the direction of the...

  • Page 24: Connections For Playback

    Connecting to a TV or VCR Directly with A/V Connecting Cable If your TV or VCR is a stereo type use the supplied A/V connecting cable. If your TV or VCR is a monaural type use a VMC-910MS/920MS A/V Connecting Cable (not supplied). (1) Connect the camcorder and your TV or VCR with the A/V connecting cable.
  • Page 25 You c an monitor the playback picture inthe viewfinder. You c an also m onitor itonaTV screen after connecting the camcorder toaTV/VCR (p. 2 2). You can use the Remote Commander toremotely operate camcorder. IfHOLD on the commander isset t othe right, slide i tinthe opposite direction.

  • Page 26: Various Playback Modes

    Remote control with the Remote Commander may not be effective. • The command mode of the Remote Commander is VTR2. Avoid using the Sony VCRs with the same command mode at the same time.
  • Page 27 Advanced Operations You can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: Battery pack (p. 6), house current, and 12/24 V car battery. The appropriate power source for you to choose depends on the place where you want to use your camcorder.

  • Page 28: Car Battery

    Without the Connecting Adaptor Use the supplied AC-V25S AC Power Adaptor. (1) Align the flat side of tile AC power adaptor with the white line on the camcorder. While pressing the AC power adaptor, slide it to the right until it clicks. (2) Connect power cord of the AC power adaptor...
  • Page 29 When shooting a subject that is rather dark because the light source is behind the subject [a] you can compensate for the brightness for the subject. (1) Slide AUTO LOCK down. (2) Press BACK LIGHT. The [] indicator appears in the viewfinder. <...
  • Page 30 When to Use Manual Focus Use manual focus under the following conditions: • Insufficient light [a] • Subjects with little contrast - walls, sky, etc. [b] • Too much brightness behind the subject [c] • Horizontal stripes [d] • Subjects through frosted glass •...

  • Page 31: Focusing Manually

    Focusing Manually When focusing manually, first focus in telephoto before recording, and then reset the shot length. (1) Slide AUTO LOCK down. (2) Press FOCUS. The @ indicatorappears in the viewfinder and "MANUAL" appears in the display window. (3) Keep pressing the T side (telephoto) of the power zoom button until the zooming stops.
  • Page 32 You can select the suitable mode among three PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes depending shooting situations. When you use PROGRAM AE, you can get a Portrait effect (the subject is in focus and the background is out of focus) or capture high-speed action with Sports mode or High-Speed...

  • Page 33: Using The Program Ae Function

    Using the PROGRAM AE Function (1) Slide AUTO LOCK down. (2) Press PROGRAM AE repeatedly until your reguired mode appears in the display window and viewfinder. i¸ • • iill *Ill ,,i,, ,.[1 L_o_t2 PROGRAM • Note on shutter speed >...
  • Page 34 You can fade in or fade out to give your recording a professional appearance. When fading in, the picture will gradually appear from black or mosaic. The sound will also gradually increase. When fading out, the picture will gradually fade to black or mosaic. The sound will also decrease.
  • Page 35 During recording or playback, the tape counter indicates the elapsed recording or playback time. Referring to the Amount of Elapsed Time and a Particular Point Press COUNTER RESET at the beginning of the tape. The counter in the viewtinderdisplays "0:00:00". The counter shows the elapsed time so that you can refer to the amount of elapsed time.
  • Page 36 You can insert a scene in the middle of a recorded tape by setting the starting point and ending point. A previously recorded portion will be erased. • h,,= (1) While looking in the viewfinder in Standby mode, keep pressing the + or - side of EDITSEARCH and release the button where you want to end the insertion [b].

  • Page 37: Before Editing

    I,Ii_ You can create your own video program bz.editing with any other l_l 8 mm, Hi8, r_ Betamax, vlls VHS, S¥11S S-VHS, VHSC, or 5[I_11S[.._ S-VHSC VCR that has audio/video inputs. Before Editing After connecting the camcorder to your VCR (p. 22-24). (1) Set the POWER switch to VTR.
  • Page 38 You can record a tape from another VCR or TV that has audio/video outputs. Connect the camcorder to the TV or VCR. (1) Set the POWER switch to VTR. (2) Set IN/OUT to IN. (3) Slide • at the point where you want to start recording.
  • Page 39 To Replace Recording on a Tape (Insert Editing) You can insert a new scene from a tape on a VCR into your originally recorded tape by setting the starting point and stopping point. Before starting insert editing, set your VCR to the playback pause mode at the beginning of the scene to be...

  • Page 40: Moisture Condensation

    Additional Information Moisture Condensation If the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside the camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. If this happens, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or the camcorder may not operate correctly.

  • Page 41: Video Head Cleaning

    [a] Slight contamination [b] Critical contamination If this happens, clean the video heads with the Sony V8-25CLH cleaning cassette (not supplied). After checking the picture, if it is still "noisy", repeat the cleaning. (Do not repeat cleaning more than 5 times.) Caution Do not use a commercially available wet-type cleaning cassette.
  • Page 42 To Reattach the Eyecup (1) Replace the small lens inside the viewfinder. (2) Align the groove on the eyecup with the * mark on the barrel. (3) Turn the eyecup clockwise. Precautions Camcorder Operation • Operate the camcorder on 6.0 V (battery pack) or 7.5 V (AC power adaptor). •...

  • Page 43: Camcorder Care

    • Do not place the unit in locations where it is: --Extremely hot or cold --Dusty or dirty --Very humid --Vibrating • If any difficulty should arise, disconnect the AC power cord of the unit and connect the nearest Sony dealer.

  • Page 44: Power Sources

    Each country has its own electricity and TV color systems. Before using your camcorder abroad, check following points: Power Sources You can use your camcorder in any country with the supplied AC power adaptor within 110 V to 240 V AC, 50/ 60 Hz.
  • Page 45 EDITSEARCH (and _ recording review) POWER switch (p. 11) button (p. 21) CAMERA: for camera recording Press it to check the recorded scene in the VTR: for playing back or editing tape viewfinder in Standby mode. OFF: power off (.ci + side: to view the playback picture forward ..<...

  • Page 46: Remote Control Sensor

    EDIT switch (p. 37) Tape transport buttons (p. 25) Set it in the direction of the arrow when editing [] STOP onto another tape. REW (rewind) D PLAY (playback) Hook for shoulder strap (p. 49) FF (fast forward) II PAUSE Hi-Fi SOUND selector (p.

  • Page 47: Back Light Button

    AGE/EVENT button (p. 12) Attach a tripod (not supplied) here. When Press when setting the birth date (or event date), attaching a non-Sony tripod, make sure that the "o or when displayingand turning off the age length of the camera...
  • Page 48 [] Vlewflnder adjustment ring (p. 15) [] Viewfinder (p. 15) To focus the viewfinder lens, turn this ring until You can monitor the monochrome picture being the indicator in the viewfinder comes into sharp recorded or played back. For details on the focus.

  • Page 49: Wireless Remote Commander

    Wireless Remote Commander ..• .._ l..2 m (6.6 ft) ..2m(6.6 1 .." (Appiox_mate _ailrnum distance and angles for remote control) • Transmitter HOLD switch (p. 25) Pointtoward the remote sensor on the camcorder Slide in the direction of the arrow to prevent to remotely control the camcorder.

  • Page 50: Specifications

    Battery charge terminal: 10 V, TTL autofocus system inner 1.1 A in charge mode focus wide macro system Application Sony battery pack NP-55, Color temperature Auto NP-55H, NP-66H, NP-77, Minimum illumination 2 Ix NP-77H, NP-77HD Illumination range...
  • Page 51 If you run into any problems using the camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. Cause Corrective Actions Symptom page Attach a baitery source. 7,27 The power does not The battery is not attached. go on. Use a charged battery. The battery is empty.
  • Page 52 The channel or input for the Select correctly. camcorder is not selected on the TV. The video heads may be Clean the heads using the Sony contaminated. V8-25CLH cleaning cassette. When the TV is The IN/OUT selector is set to Set it to OUT.

  • Page 53: Warning Indicators

    Some other trouble has occurred. J_ Disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized facility. [] The tape has run out. _ The lithium battery is weak or the lithium battery is not installed (p, 10).
  • Page 54 In the Viewfinder Lights up when playing back a tape recorded Manual focusing (p. 30) in LP mode (p. 25) BACK LIGHT indicator (p. 29) Tape transport mode (p. 11, 25) PROGRAM AE mode indicator (p. 32) Tape counter (p. 17, 35) Power zoom indicator (p.
  • Page 55 I,J,K,L W,X,Y,Z AC power adapt0r_i..i ..6, 22 Indoor ..... iii..ii ..iiii.. Warning ......2, 53 Wireless Remote Accessory shoe ....Insert ......10, 14, 36 LANC ........Adjusting viewfinder ....Commander ....25, 26 AGE button ......ZERO MEM ......Lens cap .......
  • Page 56 Sony Customer Information Center East Coast: 201-930-7669 (SONY) Central: 708-250-7669 (SONY) West Coast: 714-821-7669 (SONY) or write to: Sony Customer Information Center Sony Drive, Mail Drop #T-11, Park Ridge, NJ 07656 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan...

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