Sony CCD-F301 User Manual

SONY®Video Camera Recorder BCCD-F3013-752-959-21 (1)Operating InstructionsBefore operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it

(D-1)1Setting the Date and TimeInserting the Lithium Battery(D-1)This camcorder uses a lithium battery to activate the clock, and to keep birthdays/an

Inserting Tapes1 Make sure a power source is connected.2 While pressing the small button, slide EJECT.The cassede holder will automatically open Do

Recording a Picture Using Automatic AdjustmentMake Sure liie preparations on page 11 are complete belore recordingStart Recording(G-1)Before recording

Recording a Picture UsingAutomatic AdjustmentTo Record Date and Time(G-3)Press DATE for the date indication or TIME lor the time indication during cam

(G-7)Recording a Picture UsingAutomatic Ad)ustmentTo Re-record a Picture in the Middle of a Recorded Tape (Insert Recording)(G-7)1 While pressing the

Selecting the Automatic/ Manual AdjustmentWhen you clost^ the AUTO LOCK cover, ihe locus, white balance, and iris are adjusted autoniaiically and Ihe

Manual FocusingFocusing Manually1 Slide open the AUTO LOCK cover.2 Press FOCUS.The indication appears m the viewfinder,3 Turn the manual zoom lever

Fluorescent lamp (aayiigtii)t suoligOIFluorescent lamp (dayligtil)Adjusting the White BalanceWhat is the HOLD mode?In the HOLD mode, the camcorder aul

Setting Shutter SpeedSelecting the Shutter Speed(K-2)1 Slide open the AUTO LOCK cover.2 Press SHUTTER SPEED repeatedly until the desired shutter spe

(N-2)Powe' zoom button36Close-up (Auto-focusing In Macro)Even liny subjects such as flowers, insects, photographs, can literally fill the screen

Owner’s RecordThe model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number m the space provided below Refer to thes

Fade-In and Fade-out(0-1)(0-2)When fading-in, the picture will gradually appear from a black screen. The sound will also gradually increase. (0-1)When

Reeordtng the Age of Your ChildIf you missed the desired number with DATE (+)Keep pressing DATE (*). The number changes as follows:year: 1900 -♦ 190

If you do not record Ihe age while recordingYou cannot add it later during playing back or editing.Be Sure to lollow the procedure ' Recording th

Connttctions for PlaybackK your TV Is connftcted with a VCR (Q-2)Dr-,connecl llie anlenna connochon of iho TV VCR nnd insert the RFU adaptor between i

Playing Back a TapeEDITSEVarious Playback Modes(R-2)To view the still picture (playback pause)Press II PAUSE during playbackII appears in the viewtmde

Editing onto Another VCRYou can create your own video program by editing with any other 8-mm, Betamax. or VHS format VCR. Also you can superimpose and

Insert RecordingYou can insert a new scene from a VCR or TV onto your originally recorded tape. (U)Before You Begin• Connection IS Itie same as m &qu

52Hints for Better ShootingShooting Stable PicturesAssume a good posture for shooting (W-1)For hand held shots. ii is important to hold the camcorder

Notes end PrecautionsNotes on Moisture CondensationIf the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place 10 a wanri place, moisture may condense insi

SpecificationsOn operation• Operate the camcorder on 6 0 V (battery pack), 7.5 V (AC power adaptor), or 9 0 V (alkaline batteries).• For DC or AC op

IntroductionHow the Manual is Organized How this Manual WorksThe tirsi section of the manual explains ihe preliminary steps necessary to prepare lor

Trouble CheckH any dillicully should arise during operation, go through the following table Should the ditficuHy persist, unplug the un

n] Auto-focjsiog in macro rangePlayback mode (LP)5 BUILT-IN MIC SELECT is set to WIND.jv Tape transport modeT BACK LIGHT IS pressed.^ Tape counter[T W

Identifying the Parts[uj EDITSEARCH (and ©recording review) button Ф[l8j FADER button фMACRO AF (AutO'focusing in macro) button ФPress to record

Identifvina th« Parts(A-5)!*1| <9 (earphone) jack (minijack) 9C REMOTE control connector (stereo mini-minijack)Conned a wired remote control unit o

Idantitvina the ParteInserting {»tieries (A-8)Insert two size AA (R6) ballenes with polarity positioned correctlyRemotely controllable area (A-9JPoint

I Preparing your camcorder 1Connecting the Power SourcesFirst, Choose the Power Sources(C-2)Accessory to be usedBattery par.k MP-66H (supplied).NP 77

(C-5)1ConnMtlng the Power SourcesUsing Alkaline Batteries(C-5)The EBP-55 battery case is required (not supplied).1 Insert the size AA (R6) alkaline b