Sony CCD-TR400 User Manual

3-758-742-23(1)Video Camera Recorder HimCCD-TR400Operation ManualBefore operating the unit please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for futur

o<i»iw wp«rduun>Camera RecordingMake sure that a power source and a cassette is inserted. The date is automatically recorded for 10 seconds afte

To Focus the Viewfinder LensI£ you cannot see the indicators in the viewfinder clearly, or after someone else has used the camcorder, focus the viewfi

Camera RecordingUsing the Zoom FeatureZooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the scene. For more professiona

Hints for Better ShootingFor hand-held shots, you'll get better results holding the camcorder according to the following suggestions.• Hold the

Checking the Recorded PictureUsing EDITSEARCH, you can review the last recorded scene or check the reotrded picture in the viewfinder.(1) While pressi

Coi^nections for PlaybackYou can use the camcorder as a VCR by connecting it to your TV tor playback. There are some ways to connect your camcorder as

Connections for PlaybackConnecting to a TV without Video/Audio input JacksConnect the camcorder to the TV using the supplied RFU adaptor. Set the chan

Playing Back a TapeTo stop playback, press □.To rewind the tape, press To advance the tape rapidly, pressVarious Playback ModesTo view a still picture

AQvancea uperaiions iUsing Alternate Power SourcesYou can choose any of the following pwwer sources for your camcorder: battery pack (p.6), house cu

Use the DCP-77 DC pack (not supplied). Connect the cord of the DC pack to the cigarette lighter socket of a car (12 V or 24 V). Connect the DC pack to

Welcome to Video HiSCongratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam® camcorder. With your Handycam, you can capture life's precious moment

Recording with the Date or TimeBefore you start recording, press DATE or TIME. You can record the date or time displayed in the viewfinder with the pi

Fade-in and Fade-outYou can fade in or fade out to give your recording a professional appearance. When fading in, the picture will gradually appear fr

Focusing ManuallyWhen to Use Manual FocusUse manual focus under the following conditions:etc.(b] • Shooting a statiortary subject when using a• Too m

Using the PROGRAM AE FunctionYou can select from four PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shooting situation. When you use PROGRAM AE, you c

Adjusting the ExposureWhen to Adjust the ExposureAdjust the exposure manually under the following cases.[b] Turn the exposure dial to - when:• Bright

Releasing the Steady Shot FunctionWhen you shoot, the '0> indicator appears in the viewfinder. This indicates that the Steady Shot function is

Changing the Mode SettingsYou can change the mode settings in the menu system to further enjoy the features and functions.(1) Press MENU to display th

Items in CAMERA ModeHi8 <AUTO/OFF>• Normally select AUTO to have the camcorder automatically set the recording mode (Hi8 or standard 8 mm) depe

Changing the Mode SettingsUsing the World ClockReset the clock according to the local time zone by setting AREA and D.S.T. modes in the menu system. F

Time Zone ChartAreanumberArea nameNation or area*) LONDONEngland, GMT (Greenwich Mean Time), Morocco, Portugal2PARISAustria, France, Germany, Italy, N

Table of ContentsBefore You BeginNotes and Precautions 4 Checking Supplied Accessories 5Getting StartedCharging and Installing the Battery Pack 6 Inse

Editing onto Another TapeYou can create vour own video program by editing with any other Ш 8 mm, МШ Hi8, VK5 VHS, *VHS S-VHS, TO® VHSC, *ша S-VHSC, or

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

I Additional InformationChanging the Lithium Battery in the CamcorderYour camcorder is supplied with the lithium battery installed. The lithium batter

Resetting the Date and TimeReset the date and time in the menu system.(1) Press MENU to display the menu.(2) Pres.s -h or ♦ to select CLCXIK SET item

Resetting the Date and TimeTo Check the Date and TimePress DATE to display the date indicator in the viewfinder. Press TIME to display the time indica

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

Tips for Using the Battery PackNotes on the Rechargeable Battery PackThe Battery He£rts UpDuring charging or recording, the battery pack heats up. Thi

Notes on Oharging A Brand-new BatteryA brand-new battery pack is not charged. Before using the battery pack, charge it completely.Before Recharging a

Maintenance Information and PrecautionsMoisture CondensationIf the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may conde

Mdeo Head CleaningTo ensure* dear pictures, dean the video heads periodically. When playback pictures are "noisy" or hardly vi.sible, the vi

I Before You BeginNotes and PrecautionsAs you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the camcorder are shown in capital letters, e.g. Set t

Maintenance Information and PrecautionsPrecautionsCamcorder Operation• Operate the camcorder using 6.0 V (battery pack) or 7.5 V (AC power adaptor).•

Using Your Camcorder AbroadEach country has its own electricity and TV color systems. Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following points:P

Trouble CheckIf you run into any problem using the camcorder, use the following table to troublesh<.x>t the problem. Should the difficulty persi

SymptomCauseCorrective ActionsPage1No sc<und or only a low sound is heard when playing back a tape.The stereo tape is piayed back with HiR SOUND se

AC Power AdaptorSymptomCauseCorrective ActionsPag*The POWER lamp does not light.—Set the selector to the center position and disconnect the power cord

SpecificationsVideo Camera Recorder SystemVideo recording systemTwo rotary heads. Helical scannmg, FM system Audio recording system Rotary heads, FM s

Identifying the PartsШ date button (p.20)IS TIME button (p.20)IS COUNTER RESET button (p.11)IS Tripod receptacle (p.13)Attach a tripod (not supplied)

01LANC C control jackConnect the LANC connecting cable to a wired remote control unit such as an editing controller. In this case, set the COMMANDER m

Identifying the PartsMI-gil^Tape transport buttons (p.16,17)□ STOP« REW (rewind)C> PLAY (playback)►► FF (fast forward)II PAUSE • REC (record)These

Remote CommanderThe buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander and on the camcorder function identicallv.[T| TransmitterPoint toward the

Checking Supplied AccessoriesCheck that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder.m»3a&8«.9%%/ieIa d]RFU-95UCRFU-90UCORmSIdlQ] Wi

Identifying the PartsUsing the Remote CommanderMake sure that the COMMANDER mode is set to ON in the menu system (p.26).Remote Control DirectionAim th

'^’Ihe'Viéi^nder[S steady Shot indicator (p. 25) m Fade indicator (p.21) m Exposure indicator (p.24)|7| Power zoom indicator (p.12)(D Warnin

Identifying the PartsIn the Display Window(D Playing back or recording in Hi8 format m Warning indicator (p.53)Q] World clock indicator (p.28)(D Dayli

Warning IndicatorsIf indicators flash in the viewfinder and the display window, or a caution lamp on the camcorder flashes, check the following:J*: Yo

IndexAAC power adaptor...6,18AFM Hi-Fi stereo...34AUTO DATE...11A/V connecting cable...15BBattery..

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9KW i«UCharging and Installing the Battery PackBefore using your camcorder, you first need to charge and install the battery pack. To charge the batte

Important!Use the battery completely before recharginglBefore you recharge the battery, make sure the battery has been used up (discharged) completely

Charging and installing the Battery PackInstalling the Battery Pack(1) Lift up the viewfinder.(2) Align the right side of the battery pack with whit

Inserting a CassetteMake sure that a power source is installed. When you want to record in Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassette Hi@.(1) While sliding th