Sony CCD-TR910 User Manual

3-856-186-21 (1)Video Camera RecorderOperating InstructionsBefore operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future ref

Basic operationsCamera recordingMake sure that the power source is installed, a cassette is inserted and that the START/ STOP MODE switch is set to K.

ITo stop recording momentarily [a]Press START/STOP again. The "STBY" indicator appears in the viewfinder (Standby mode).To finish recording

Camera recordingNotes on the tape counter• The tape counter indicates the recording or playback time. Use it as a guide. There will be a time lag of s

Using the zoom featureZooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the scene.For more professional-looking recordi

Hints for better shootingFor hand-held shots, you'll get better results by holding the camcorder according to the following suggestions:• Hold th

IChecking the recorded pictureUsing EDITSEARCH, you can review the last recorded scene or check the recorded picture in the viewfinder.(1) While press

Connections for playbackYou can use this camcorder as a VCR by connecting it to your TV for playback. There are some wa\ s \o connect the camcorder to

Playing back a tapeYou can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can also monitor a picture on a TV screen, after connecting the camcord

Playing back a tape18Various playback modesTo view a still picture (playback pause)Press II during playback. To resume playback, press II orTo locate

Displaying the date or time when you recorded function —CCD-TR910 onlydata codeEven if you did not record the date or time when you were recording

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Using alternative power sourcesYou can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack, and the house current. Choose the a

Using the Battery CaseUse the battery case (supplied) and six LR6 (size AA) Sony Alkaline batteries (not supplied).(1) Remove the battery holder from

IChanging the mode settingsYou can change the mode settings in the menu system to further enjoy the features and functions of the camcorder.(1) Press

Selecting the mode setting of each itemItems for both CAMERA and VTR modesCOUNTER^ <NORMAm-|ME CODE> (CCD-TR910 only)• Normally select NORMAL.•S

Changing the mode settingsTITLE POS* <CENTER/BOTTOM>• Select CENTER to center the title in the picture.• Select BOTTOM to position the title at

Fade-in and fade-outYou can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance.When fading in, the picture gradually fades in from black

Using the wide mode functionYou can record a cinemalike picture (CINEMA) or a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9 FULL).QNEMA[

To cancel wide modePress 16:9 WIDE repeatedly until the wide mode indicator disappears.To watch the tape recorded in wide modeTo watch the tape record

Enjoying picture effectUsing picture effect function(1) Press PICTURE EFFECT to display the Picture Effect menu,(2) Turn the control dial to highlig

Focusing manuallyWhen to use manual focusIn the following cases you should obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually.[a] [b] [c] [d]/o\

Table of contentsBefore you beginUsing this manual ...4Checking supplied accessories...5Getti

Focusing manuallyFocusing manuallyWhen hicusinj^ manunllv, lirst focus m telephoto betöre recordinj;, and then reset the shot length.(DSet hocus to MA

Using the PROGRAM AE functionYou can select from six PROGRAM AH (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shooting situation.Selecting the best modeSelect on

Using the PROGRAM AE functionUsing the PR04SRAM AE function(1) Press PROGRAM AE.(2) Tum the control dial to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode.To tu

Shooting with backlightingWhen you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the BACK LIGHT f

Adjusting the exposureWhen'to Adjust the exposure;..[a]When you shoot in a snowfield or on a beach in the mid-summer and the subject may become d

Shooting in the darkWe recommend you to use a video light (not supplied). To get the best color, you must maintain a sufficient light level.When you a

Superimposing a titleYou can select one of eight preset titles. You can also select the language, position, and color of titles in the menu system.Sel

To add the title while you are recording(1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press TITLE repeatedly until the desired title appears.Each time

Superimposing a titleTo select the position of the title(1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU to display the menu in the viewfinder.(

Making your own original titlesYou can make up to two titles and store them in the camcorder. Eject the cassette before you begin. Your title can have

Using this manualThe instructions in this manual are for the two models listed below. Before you start reading this manual and operating the unit, che

Recording with the date or timeBefore you start recording or during recording, press DATE or TIME. You can record the date or time displayed in the vi

Re-recording a picture in the middle of a recorded tape (CCD-TR910 only)You can insert a scene in the middle of a recorded tape by setting the startin

Selecting the SATRT/STOP modeYour camcorder has two modes besides normal start/stop mode. These modes enable you to take a series of quick shots resul

Checking the tape condition before recording (ORC)Use this feature to check the tape condition before recording, so that you can get the best possible

Searching the boundaries of recorded date (CCD-TR910 oniy)You can search for the boundary between recording dates using the Date Code automatical

To scan the beginning of all days(1) Set the POWER switch to VTR. The tape transport buttons light up.(2) Press DATE SEARCH on the Remote Commander tw

eturning to a pre-registered position (CCD-TR910 only)Using the Remote Commander, you can easily go back to the desired point on a tape after playback

Locating the marking position (CCD-TR910 only)You can locate the beginning of a desired program easily by marking an index signal during recording or

Locating the marking position (CCD-TR910 only)Scanning the^.tieglnning'of éach'mâilcmg' position index scanUse the Remote Commander. To

Locating the desired marlcmg position — index search t (1) Press INDEX on the Remote Commander during stop or playback mode,(2) Press INDEX repeat

Checking supplied accessories[T] Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p.75) * for Hi8 model[2] NP-F530 Battery pack (1) (p.6)[3] AC-V316 AC power adaptor (1

Locating the marking position (CCD-TR910 only)Erasing an index signal»(1) Locate the index signal to be erased using the index scan or index search fu

Writing the RC Time code on a recorded tape (CCD-TR910 only)You can write the RC time code on a recorded tape. Use the Remote Commander.(1) While pre

Writing the RC Time code on a recorded tape (CCD-TR910 only)Note on indicatorThe indicator appears during playback if;• nothing is recorded.• the RC

Editing onto another tapestarting editing(1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, and insert your recorded tape into

Recording from a VCR or TVYou can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has audio/ video outputs. Connect the camcorder to the

Replacing recording on a tape (insert editing) -;7CCD-TR910 onlyYou can insert a new scene from a VCR onto your originally recorded tape byspecifying

Changing the lithium battery in the camcorderYour camcorder is supplied with a lithium battery installed. When the battery becomes weak or dead, the i

Resetting the date and timeYou can set the date and time in the menu system.(1) Press MENU to display the menu in the viewfinder.(Z)Turn the control d

Usable cassettes and playback modesSelecting cassette types (CCD-TR910 only)This Hi8 system is an extension of the standard 8 mm system, and was devel

Tips for using the battery packThis section shows you how you can get the most out of your battery pack.Preparing the battery packAlways carry additio

Getting startedCharging and installing the battery packBefore using your camcorder, you first need to charge and install the battery pack. To charge t

Tips for using the battery packAbout (S^mtoummu batteriesThe InfoLITHIUM is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange data with compatible video e

The switch on the battery packThis switch is provided so that you can mark the charged battery pack. Set the switch to the "green mark" posi

Maintenance information and precautionsMoistu№ condensation^ 'If the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture ma

Video head cleaningTo ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. When the O indicator and " & CLEANING CASSETTE"

Maintenance information and precautionsCamcorder care• When the camcorder is not to be used for a long time, disconnect the power source and remove th

Using your camcorder abroadEach country has its own electric and TV color systems. Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following points.Powe

Trouble checkIf you run into any problem using the camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. Should the difficulty persist, disc

OperationSymptomCause and/or Corrective ActionSTART/STOP does not operate. • The tape is stuck to the drum.Eject the tape, (p.9)• The tape has run o

1 Trouble checkPictureSymptom Cause and/or Corrective ActionThe image on the viewfinder screen is not clear.• The viewfinder lens is not adjusted. &

AC power adaptorSymptomCorrective ActionsThe VTR/CAMERA or CHARGE lamp does not light.• Disconnect the power cord. After about 1 minute, reconnect the

Note on remaining battery time indication during recordingWhen you use the InfoLITHIUM battery pack, remaining battery time is displayed in the viewfi

Specifications' Video camera recorderSystemVideo recording systemTwo rotary heads. Helical scanning FM system Audio recording system Rotary heads

Identifying the parts[U Intelligent accessory shoe (for CCO- TR910)Accessory shoe (for CCD-TR710)The intelligent accessory shoe supplies power to opti

Identifying the PartsUi EJECT switch (p.9)071 REMOTE LANC C control jackC stands for Local Application Control Bus System. The C control jack is used

3 BACKLIGHT button (p.33)¡1 FADER button (p.25)3 TITLE button (p.36)H PICTURE EFFECT button (p.27) i PROGRAM AE button (p.31) j EXPOSURE button (p.3

§1 Tape transport buttons (p.l7)□ STOP (stop) 4^ REW (rewind)O PLAY (playback)► ► FF (fastforward)II PAUSE (pause)• REC (recording)M EDITSEARCH butt

Remote CommanderThe buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the camcorder function identically.RMT-715 (for CCD-TR910)RMT-708 (f

Identifying the partsNote on battery lifeThe batteries for the Remote Commander last about 6 months under normal operation. When the batteries become

Attaching the shoulder strapAttach the supplied shoulder strap to the hooks for the shoulder strap.77

Identifying the partsOperation indicatorsViewfinder ItsDisplay window[Tj WIND indicator (p.23)[2] Manual focusing (p.30)[3] PROGRAM AE indicator (p.31

Warning indicatorsIf indicators flash in the viewfinder or in the display window, check the following; J’; you can hear the beep sound when the BEEP i

Charging and installing the battery packUsing the camcorder with the finder slid out or lifted upWhen NP-F730 is installedWhen you install NP-F730, sl

IndexA. BAdjusting viewfinder...11AFM HiFi Sound...58Auto date...23Auto focus...

Inserting a cassetteMake sure that the power source is installed.When you want to record in the Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassette Hi0 (CCD-TR910 only