Sony CCD-TR514 User Manual

Video camera recorder, Sony, Video 8 handycam

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SONY:

3-810-918-13 (1)

Video Camera

Recorder

CCD-TR99/TR514/TR614/TR714/TR814

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. Record
the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these
numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product.

Model No. CCD-_

Serial No_____

Model No. AC-

Serial No.----

Video 8 Handycam

This manual is related to the following products:

CCD-TR814 CCD-TR99 CCD-TR614

Table of contents

Document Outline

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
For the Customers in the U.S.A.
- Before You Begin
- Getting Started
- Basic Operations
- Advanced Operations
- Additional Information
- I Before You Begin
- Types of Differences
- Note on TV Color Systems
- Precaution on Copyright
- Precautions on Camcorder Care
  - • Do not let the camcorder get wet. Keep the camcorder from rain or sea water. It may cause a malfunction and sometimes the malfunction cannot be repaired, [a]
  - • Do not let sand get into the camcorder. When you use the camcorder on a sandy beach or in a dusty place, protect it from the sand or dust. Sand or dust may cause the unit to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired, [b]
- Getting Started!
Charging the Battery Pack
- Charging Time
- Battery Life
- To Remove the Battery Pack
  - Notes on charging the battery pack
Installing the Battery Pack
- To Remove the Battery Pack
- To Eject the Cassette
- To Prevent Accidental Erasure
- I Basic Operations
- To Stop Recording Momentarily [a]
- To Finish Recording [b]
  - Note on Standby mode
- To Focus the Viewfinder Lens
Using the Zoom Feature
- Zooming Speed
- Notes on Digital Zoom (CCD-TR99/TR714/TR814 only)
- To Begin Re-recording
  - CCD-TR514/TR614/TR714/TR814
- Connecting Directly to a TV
  - CCD-TR514/TR614/TR714/TR814
  - If your TV or VCR is a monaural type — CCD-TR99 only
- To Connect a TV or a VCR without Video/Audio Input Jacks
  - To stop playback, press ■.
  - To rewind the tape, press To fast-forward the tape, press
- To Monitor the Sound while Viewing the Playback Picture in the Viewfinder (CCD-TR99 only)
- Various Playback Modes
Using the House Current
- WARNING
- PRECAUTIONS
  - Notes on the POWER lamp
  - To remove the adaptor
Using the Battery Case
- — CCD-TR99 only
- Notes
- To remove the battery case
Using a Car Battery
- To remove the DC pack
- To Stop Recording with the Date or Time
  - Note
Selecting the Best Mode
- Sports mode
- High-speed shutter mode
Using the PROGRAM AE Function
- Note on shutter speed
- After Shooting
  - This function is also effective under following conditions:
- To Extend the Recording Time in 5 SEC Mode
- To Superimpose from the Beginning
- To Superimpose On the Way of Recording
  - Note on selecting a title
Using the STEADY SHOT Function
- To Release the Steady Shot
  - Notes on the Steady Shot
Selecting the Mode Setting of Each Item
- ZOOM (CCD-TR99/TR714/TR814 only)
- COMMANDER
- BEEP
- REC MODE
- To Edit More Scenes
- To Stop Editing
- Additional Information
- Note on Lithium Battery
Changing the Lithium Battery
- To Correct the Date and Time Setting
- To Check the Date and Time
- The year indicator changes as follows:
Preparing the Battery Pack
- Always Carry Additional Batteries
- Battery Life is Shorter in Cold Environment
- To Save Battery Power
When to Replace the Battefy
- Note on the remaining battery indicator
Notes on the Rechargeable Battery Pack
- Caution
- The Battery Heats Up
- Battery Pack Care
- How to Use the Switch on the Battery Pack
- The Life of the Battery Pack
- Charging Temperature
- Sony Batteries are Recommended
Notes on Charging
- A Brand-new Battery
- After Long Storage
Notes on the Terminals
- If the terminals (metal parts on the back) are not clean, the battery charge duration will be shortened.
- Be Sure to Observe the Following
  - • To prevent an accident caused by a short circuit, do not allow metal objects such as a necklace to touch the battery terminals. Carry the battery pack attaching to the terminal cover, [b]
Notes on the Battery Case
- — CCD-TR99 only
- • Use only with alkaline batteries. You cannot use the battery case with manganese batteries or size AA rechargeable NiCd batteries.
- Notes on Alkaline Batteries
  - If battery leakage occurred
Moisture Condensation
- Inside the Camcorder
- On the Lens
- How to Prevent Moisture Condensation
Video Head Cleaning
- Caution
Removing Dust from inside the Viewfinder
- — CCD-TR514/TR614/TR814 only
- To Reattach the Eyecup
  - Caution
Precautions
- Camcorder Operation
- On Handling Tapes
- Camcorder Care
- AC Power Adaptor
  - Charging
  - Others
Power Sources
Difference in Color Systems
- NTSC system countries
- PAL-system countries
- PAL-M system country
- PAL-N system countries
- SECAM system countries
Camcorder
- Power
  - Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions
- Operation
  - Symptom
  - Cause and/or Corrective Actions
AC Power Adaptor
- When the CHARGE Lamp Flashes
- Video Camera Recorder
- AC power adaptor
Remote Commander
- |T] Transmitter
- [2] Tape transport buttons (p. 19, 20)
- [3] Size AA (R6) battery holder (p. 52) g] START/STOP button
- Power zoom button
- Preparing the Remote Commander
  - Note on battery life
  - To avoid damage from possible battery leakage
- Using the Remote Commander
- Remote Control Direction
  - Notes on the Remote Commander
- To Watch the Demonstration
  - To enter Demo mode
  - To exit Demo mode
Operation Indicators