Sony HANDYCAM CCD-TR100 Operation Manual

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Page 1 Owner's Record The model and serial n umbers arelocated on thebottom,l_ecord the serial number inthespaceprovidedbelow. Refertothem whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regardingthis product. Model No.c?.o._ Model No.AC-V Serial No. Serial No. videoHi8...
Page 2 Welcome to Video HiI:3 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.
Page 3 Before You Begin Checking Your Model Number Checking Supplied Accessories Getting Started Charging and Installing the Battery Pack Inserting a Cassette Basic Operations Camera Recording Using the Zoom Feature Hints for Better Shooting Checking the Recorded Picture Connections for Playback Playing Back a Tape Advanced...
Page 4 The instructions in this manual are for the two models listed below. Before you start reading this manual and operating the unit, check your model number by looking at the bottom your camcorder. The CCD-TR600 is the model used for illustration purposes.
Page 5 Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder, AC-V2$AN25BN25C AC-V15 .< ® Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 50) NP-55 Battery pack (1) (p. 6) AC-V25A/V25B/V25C/V15 AC power adaptor (1) (I:,.6,18) CR2025'Lithium Battery (1) (p. 34) yourcamcorder.) (The lithium battery is already installed in Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) _.
Page 6 Before using your camcorder, you first need to charge and install the batte_ pack. To charge the battery pack, use the supplied AC power adaptor. Charge the battery pack on a fiat surface without vibration. (1) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. (2) Align the fight side of the battery pack with the line on the AC power adaptor, then slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow.
Page 7 Charging Time (suppli_: ....* Approximate minutes to charge an empty battery pack using the supplied AC power adaptor. (Lower temperatures require a ]onger charging time.) Battery Life CCD-TRIO0 i:: i _ilil _ ili_i!i_i_ii_ii_i_i_!_ iii_ Batte_::!ii!!ii:iiiii!ii_i_!_!!_i!ii_ii!!iiiiliiii_iiT_iiiii!iiiiiliiiii!i _nti"ubU_ _ordlng ti_*** i:_!ii_, ii_!,i: CCD-TR600 •...
Page 8 To Remove the Battery Pack Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow. AC-V25AN25B/V25C AC-V15 Notes on charging battery pack • The POWER lamp will remain lit for a while even if the battery pack is removed and the power cord is unplugged after charging the battery pack.
Page 9 Make sure that the power source is installed. When you want to record in the Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassette HilTI. (1) While sliding the release knob in the direction of the arrow, lift up the lid. (2) Press EJECT. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens.
Page 10: To Stop Recording
Make sure that the power source is installed and a cassette is inserted. When you use the camcorder the first time, reset the date and time before you start recording (p. 35). The date i.sautomatically recorded for 10 seconds after you start recording (AUTO DATE feature).
Page 11 To Focus Viewfinder Lens If you cannot see the indicators in the viewfinder clearly, or after someone else has used the camcorder, focus the viewfinder lens. When using a monochrome viewfinder, turn the viewfinder lens adjustment ring so that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus [a].
Page 12 Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the scene. For more professional-looking recordings, use the zoom function sparingly. "T" side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) "W" side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away) Zooming Speed (Dual speed zooming) Press the power zoom button firmly for a high-speed zoom, press it softly for a relatively slow zoom.
Page 13 When attaching a non-Sony tripod, make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 9/32 inches (6.5 ram). Otherwise, the screw may damage the inner parts of the camcorder.
Page 14: To Stop Playback
Using EDITSEARCH, you can review the last recorded scene or check the recorded picture in the viewfinder. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, turn it to CAMERA. (2) Turn STANDBY up. (3) Press the - (@) side of EDITSEARCH momentarily;...
Page 15 You can use this ¢amcorder as a VCR by connecting it directly to your TV for playback. There are some ways to connect the camcorder to your TV. When monitoring the playback picture by connecting camcorder to your TV, we recommend you to use house current for the power source (p.
Page 16 You can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can also monitor the picture on a TV screen, after connecting the camcorder to a "IV or VCR (p. 15). You can use the supplied Remote Commander to control playback. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, turn it to VTR.
Page 17 Various Playback Modes To view a still picture (Playback pause) Press I I during playback. To resume playback, press I I or I_>. To locate a scene (Picture search) Keep pressing _ or _ during playback. To resume normal playback, release the button. To monitor the high-speed picture...
Page 18: Ac Power Adapter
Advanced You can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack (p. 6), house current, and 12/24 V car battery. Choose the appropriate power source depending on where you want to use your camcorder. ++ + + ! +++:+P wersource :: +.+_!! ++:+j++!++++! House current...
Page 19 -- For the customers supplied with AC-V15 AC power adaptor (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Connect the AC power cord to a wa/] outlet. Connect the connecting plate to the battery mounting surface of the camcorder. (3) Set the selector to VTR (DC OUT). WARNING The power cord must only be changed at qualified...
Page 20 Use the DCP-77 DC pack (not suppled). Connect the cord of the DC pack to the cigarette lighter socket .of the car (12 V or 24 V). Connect the DC pack to the battery mounting surface of the camcorder. To remove the DC pack The DC pack is removed in the same way as the battery...
Page 21 Before you start recording, press DATE or TIME. You can record the date or time displayed in the viewfinder with the picture. You cannot record the date and time at the same time. Except for the date or time indicator, no indicator in the viewfinder is recorded.
Page 22 You can select from tour PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shooting situation. When you use PROGRAM AE, you can get a Portrait effect (the subject is in focus and the background is out of focus), capture high-speed action, or record night views.
Page 23 You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. When fading in, the picture gradually fades in from black or mosaic while the sound increases. When fading out, the picture gradually fades to black or mosaic while the sound decreases. When Fading in [a]...
Page 24 In the following cases you should obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually. Insufficient light [a] • Subjects t hrough frosted glass • Subjects with little contrast -- walls, sky, • Subjects b eyond nets, etc. etc. [b] • Brightsubject orsubject reflecting light •...
Page 25: Steady Shot
To Return to Autofocus Mode Set FOCUS to AUTO. The q} indicator in the viewfinder disappears. Shooting in relatively dark places Shoot at wide-angle after focusing in the telephoto position. Note on the focus dial The focus dial does not have a stop position. To Shoot with Autofocus...
Page 26 You can make pictures like those of television with Picture Effect function. B&W MOSAIC Thepicture Is monochrome (black and white). The picture is mosaic. SEPIA SOLARIZE [b] The picture is sepia. The light intensity is more clear, and the picture looks like an illustration.
Page 27 Press PICTURE EFFECT to select the desired Picture Effect mode. PtCTURE EFFECT _OLARIZE Note on Picture Effect When you turn the power off, the camcorder returns automatically to normal mode. <...
Page 28 W hent° Adju_ E_sure :_:_;_ii:_:!: :!!::!i:_ili:_:_i:i_i!i:_i:!:!_ii:::i_!i_i_!!ili_i i!!_ _i::_ i_ _ !__!_ ! _!i_!!_ Adjust the exposure manually under the following cases. [a] Turn the exposure dial to + when: [b] Turn theexposure dial to- when: • The background is too bright (back lighting) •...
Page 29 Long, continuous shots of scenery tend to be dull, and have to be edited to make an interesting video. With the 5SEC. REC (5-second recording) mode, the camcorder records for only 5 seconds and then switches to Standby mode, so that you will automatically take a series of quick shots resulting in a lively video.
Page 30: Mode Setting
You can change the mode settings in the menu system to further enjoy the features and functions of the camcorder. (1) Press MENU to display the menu in the viewfinder. (2) Turn the menu dial to select the desired item, then press the dial. (3) Turn the menu dial to set the desired mode, then press the dial.
Page 31: Clock Set
CLOCK SET* Select this item to reset the date u_ tlm_. Items for CAMERA Mode Only WIND <ONIOFF> • Select ON to reduce wind noise when recording in strong wind. • Normally select OFF. D ZOOM <ONIOFF>* (CCD-TR600 only) • Select ON to activate digital zooming. •...
Page 32 You can create your own video program by editing with any other [] 8 mm, Hi[]Hi8, _1_ VHS, S_S-VHS, _]]5I_]VHSC, S_II_] S-VHSC, [11Betamax or _ED Betamax VCR that has audio/video inputs. lSeTOre EClltln !_:_t,_!_!i_iiiii_i _ i_iiii_!_ii_ _ _i!_ .... iii i_ ::i_li:: _ii i _ _:: ::._::i_i_ _ _'_L_...
Page 33: S-Video Out
You can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has video/audio outputs. Conned the camcorder to the TV or VCR. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, turn it to VTR. (2) Press REC •...
Page 34 5 seconds when you set the POWER switch to CAMERA. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 or Duracell DL-2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
Page 35 You can reset the date or time in the menu system. (1) Press MENU to display the menu in the viewfinder. (2) Select CLOCK SET, then press the menu dial. (3) Turn the menu dial to adjust the year, and then press the dial. (4) Set the month, day, hour and minutes by turning...
Page 36 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 use a Hi8 video cassette, the recording is in the Hi8 system. When you use a standard 8 mm cassette, the recording is in the standard 8 mm system.
Page 37: When To Replace The Battery
When to Replace the Battery Pack _+::++_:_++_++ _; i_ l_i_!i_i_iiii_:_ +_ While you are using your camcorder, the remaining battery indicator in the viewfinder decreases gradually as battery power is used up. When the remaining battery indicator reaches the lowest point, the co indicator appears and starts flashing in the viewfinder [b].
Page 38 Sony Batteries are Recommended Use of non-Sony batteries may damage your Handycam caracorder. A Brand-new Battery Pack A brand-new battery pack is not charged. Before using the battery pack, charge it completely. Before Recharging...
Page 39 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. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or the unit may not operate correctly.
Page 40 Caution Do not use a commercially available wet-type cleaning cassette. It may damage the video heads. Note If the V8-25CLH cleaning cassette is not available in your area, consult your nearest Sony dealer. -- For the Model with a Monochrome...
Page 41 This is normal. • Do not place the unit in locations that are: - Extremely hot or cold - Dusty or dirty - Very humid - Vibrating If any difficulty should arise, unplug the unit and contact your nearest Sony dealer.
Page 42 Each country has its own electric and TV color systems. Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following points. Power Sources ,i3;_i 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 43 If you run into any problem using the camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. Should the difficulty persist, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The battery pack is not Attach the battery pack.
Page 44 Set it to OFF. The playback picture :_i:i_ not clear. menu system. f_::_ The picture is "noisy." The video heads may be Clean the heads using the Sony dirty. V8-25CLH cleaning cassette. Exit the Demo mode. The camcorder operates _iii An unknown picture inDemo mode.
Page 45 I The CHARGE lamp lights up. The problem is with the AC power adaptor. Please contact your nearest Sony dealer. I The CHARGE iarnp flashes. battery * If you use a pack which you have just bought or which has been left unused for a long time, the CHARGE lamp may flash at the first charging.
Page 46 MIC jack 10 V, 1.1 A in charge mode Viewfinder Stereo minijack, 0.388 mV low Application Electronic viewfinder impedance with 2.5 to 3.0 V Sony battery packs NP-55, CCT)-TR100:monochrome NP-80ISOD, NP-77H, NP-68, DC, output impedance 6.8 kQ CCD-TR600: color (_ 3.5 ram)
Page 47 > POWER switch (p. 10, 16) DATE and TIME buttons (p. 21) FADER button (p. 23) COUNTER RESETbutton CP.11) PROGRAM AE button (p. 22,) START/STOP button (p. 10) Focus dial (P. 24) STANDBY switch (p. 10) FOCUS switch _p. 24) MENU button (p.
Page 48 Viewfinder lens adjustment ring Tape transport buttons (p. 16) STOP (stop) (CCD-TR100 only) (p. 11) REW (rewind) Eyecup PLAY (playback) Viewfinder lens adjustment lever FF (fastforward) (CCD-TR600 only) (p. 11) PAUSE (pause) Viewfinder (p. 11) • REC (recording) EXPOSURE button (p. 28) EDITSEARCH button (p.
Page 49 Cassette compartment lid release knob S VIDEO jack IP. 15) (p. 9) Audio/Video jacks (p. 15) Power zoom button (p. !2) Jack cover LANC control jack Eject button (under the cover) (p. 9) t_ stands for Local Application Control Bus Hooks for shoulder strap (See below.) System.
Page 50 The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the camcorder function identically. ® Size AA (R6) battery holder Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control the i-_ START/STOP button camcorder after turning on the POWER Power zoom button switch on the camcorder.
Page 51 • This camcorder works at commander mode VTR 2. The commander modes (1, 2 and 3) are used to distinguish this camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR at commander mode _...
Page 52 For details on each indicator, refer to the pages indicated in the parentheses. WiND indicator (p. 31) Tape counter (P. 11) Remaining tape indicator Manual focusing (p. 24) PROGRAM AE indicator (p. 22) "_ _ "#" 5min -:_)mi_-- Steady shot indicator (CCD-TR600 only) S-Second recording indicator (p.
Page 53 The video heads may be contaminated (p. 40). This indicator appears only on the viewfinder. Some other trouble has occurred. Disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized facility. The lithium battery is weak or is not installed (p. 34).
Page 54 F, G, H Q, R AC power adaptor ..... 6, 18 Fade-in / Fade-out ....23 Rec review ....... Adjusting viewfinder .... 11 FADER ........REC TIME ....... AFM Hi-Fi Sound ....36 Fastforward ......Remote Commander ..... 50 AUTO DATE ......
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