Sony CCD-TR501E User Manual

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RVideo CameraRecorderOperating InstructionsBefore operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,and

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R10Charging and installing thebattery packInstalling the battery pack(1)Insert the top of the battery pack in

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R11Getting started èÓ‰„ÓÚӂ͇ Í Ì‡˜‡ÎÛ ‡·ÓÚ˚Make sure that a power source is installed.(1)While pressing the

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R12Basic operationsCamera recordingMake sure that a power source and a cassette isinserted and that the START

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R13Basic operations éÒÌÓ‚Ì˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËËTo stop recording momentarily [a]Press START/STOP again. The “REC” indic

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R14To focus the viewfinder lensIf the viewfinder is not in focus at all or whenyou use the camcorder after so

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R15Basic operations éÒÌÓ‚Ì˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËËNote on the AUTO DATE featureThe clock is set at the factory to London t

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R16Notes on digital zoom– CCD-TR502E/TR620E only•More than 15x zoom is performed digitally,and the picture qu

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R17Basic operations éÒÌÓ‚Ì˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËË•Hold the camcorder firmly and secure it withthe grip strap so that you

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R18Using EDITSEARCH, you can review the lastrecorded scene or check the recorded picture inthe viewfinder.(1)

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R19Basic operations éÒÌÓ‚Ì˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËËConnections forplaybackConnect the camcorder to your VCR or TV towatch t

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R2EnglishWelcome!Congratulations on your purchase of thisSony Handycam camcorder. With yourHandycam, you can

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R20Playing back a tapeYou can monitor the playback picture in theviewfinder. You can also monitor a picture o

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R21Basic operations éÒÌÓ‚Ì˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËËUsing the Remote CommanderYou can control playback using the suppliedRem

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R22Advanced operationsUsing alternativepower sourcesPlaceIndoorsOutdoorIn the carPower sourceMainsBattery pa

23CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RAdvanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËËUsing alternative power sourcesUsing the mainsTo use the s

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R24Notes on the POWER lamp• The POWER lamp will remain lit for a whileeven if the unit is unplugged after use

25CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RAdvanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËËBattery lifeUsing Sony alkaline batteries at 25 °C (77 °F)

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R26You can change the mode settings to furtherenjoy the features and functions of thecamcorder.(1) Press MENU

27CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RAdvanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËËSelecting the mode setting ofeach itemItems for both CAMER

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R28REC LAMP* <ON/OFF>• Select OFF when you do not want the camerarecording/battery lamp at the front of

29CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RAdvanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËËRecording with thedate or timeBefore you start recording o

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R3Before you begin è ‰ ̇˜‡ÎÓÏ ‡·ÓÚ˚Before you beginUsing this manual...

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R30Your camcorder has two modes besides normalstart/stop mode. These modes enable you to takea series of quic

31CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RAdvanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËËShooting withbacklightingWhen you shoot a subject with the

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R32You can fade in or out to give your recording aprofessional appearance.When fading in, the picture gradual

33CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RAdvanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËËTo cancel the fade-in/fade-outfunctionBefore pressing STAR

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R34Enjoying pictureeffectSelecting picture effectYou can make pictures like those of televisionwith the Pictu

35CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RAdvanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËËUsing picture effect functionWhile the camcorder is in Sta

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R36– CCD-TR502E/TR620E onlySelecting the desired modeYou can record a cinemalike picture (CINEMA)or a 16:9 wi

37CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RAdvanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËËUsing the wide mode functionWhile the camcorder is in Stan

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R38Focusing manuallyWhen to use manual focusIn the following cases you should obtain betterresults by adjusti

39CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RAdvanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËËFocusing manuallyWhen focusing manually, first focus in te

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R4The instructions in this manual are for the threemodels listed below. Before you start reading thismanual a

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R40Using the PROGRAMAE functionAÅåYou can select from three PROGRAM AE (AutoExposure) modes to suit your shoo

41CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RAdvanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËËUsing the PROGRAM AE functionWhile the camcorder is in Sta

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R42– CCD-TR620E onlyWhen you shoot, the Ó indicator appears. Thisindicates that the SteadyShot function is wo

43CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RAdvanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËËSuperimposing a titleYou can select from eight preset titl

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R44Using titlesTo superimpose from the beginning(1)Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.(2)Turn STANDBY up.(3)Press

45CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RAdvanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËËSuperimposing a titleTitles cycle as followsOriginal title

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R46Making your owntitlesYou can make two titles of up to 22 characterseach, and store them in memory.We recom

47CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RAdvanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËËTo erase the title you have madePress MENU, select the tit

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R48Editing onto anothertapeYou can create your own video programme byediting with any other h 8 mm, H Hi8, jV

49CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RAdditional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËflAdditional InformationChanging the lithiumbattery in the

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R5Before you begin è ‰ ̇˜‡ÎÓÏ ‡·ÓÚ˚Using this manualPrecaution on copyrightTelevision programmes, films,

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R50Changing the lithium battery inthe camcorderWARNINGThe battery may explode if mistreated. Do notrecharge,

51CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RAdditional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËflYou can reset the date and time in the menusystem.(1)Set

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R52To correct the date and time settingRepeat steps 4 and 5.To check the date and timePress DATE to display t

53CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RAdditional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËflTips for using thebattery packThis section shows you how

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R54When to replace the batteryWhile you are using your camcorder, theremaining battery indicator decreases gr

55CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RAdditional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËflThe battery heats upDuring charging or recording, the bat

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R56Notes on chargingA brand-new batteryA brand-new battery pack is not charged. Beforeusing the battery pack,

57CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RAdditional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËflBe sure to observe the following• To prevent an accident

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R58Maintenance informationand precautionsMoisture condensationIf the camcorder is brought directly from a col

59CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RAdditional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËfl[a][a] Slightly dirty[b] DirtyIf this happens, clean the

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R6Checking suppliedaccessoriesCheck that the following accessories are suppliedwith your camcorder.147236591

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R60Removing dust from inside theviewfinder(1)Remove the screw with a screwdriver (notsupplied). Then, while s

61CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RAdditional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËflMaintenance information andprecautionsPrecautionsCamcorde

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R62• Do not let sand get into the camcorder. Whenyou use the camcorder on a sandy beach or ina dusty place, p

63CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RAdditional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËfl• The unit becomes warm while in use. This isnormal.• Do

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R64Using yourcamcorder abroadEach country or area has its own electricity andTV colour systems. Before using

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R65Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËflIf you run into any problem using the camcorder, use the f

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R66Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The lithium battery is weak or dead.m Replace the lithium battery

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R67Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËflOthersSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• COMMANDER i

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R68When the CHARGE lamp does notflash againIf the CHARGE lamp lights up andgoes out after a while, there is n

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R69Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËflêÛÒÒÍËÈè ӂ ͇ ÌÂËÒÔ ‡‚ÌÓÒÚÂÈÖÒÎË Û Ç‡Ò ‚ÓÁÌËÍ· Ô Ó·ÎÂχ

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R7Getting started èÓ‰„ÓÚӂ͇ Í Ì‡˜‡ÎÛ ‡·ÓÚ˚POWERCHARGEBattery packNP-33 (supplied)NP-67NP-66H/68NP-78NP-98Bef

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R70è ӂ ͇ ÌÂËÒÔ ‡‚ÌÓÒÚÂÈåË„‡ÂÚ Ë̉Ë͇ÚÓ‰‡Ú˚ ËÎË ‚ ÂÏÂÌË.è ËÁÌ‡Í è ˘Ë̇ Ë/ËÎË ‰ÂÈÒÚ‚Ëfl ÔÓ ÛÒÚ ‡ÌÂÌ˲• ãËÚËÂ

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R71Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËflè Ó˜ÂÂè ËÁÌ‡Í è ˘Ë̇ Ë/ËÎË ‰ÂÈÒÚ‚Ëfl ÔÓ ÛÒÚ ‡ÌÂÌ˲• COMMAN

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R72è ӂ ͇ ÌÂËÒÔ ‡‚ÌÓÒÚÂÈëÂÚ‚ÓÈ ‡‰‡ÔÚ Ô ÂÏÂÌÂÌÌÓ„Ó ÚÓ͇äÓ„‰‡ ÏË„‡ÂÚ Î‡ÏÔӘ͇ CHARGEè Ó‚Â ËÚ¸ ÔÓ ÒÎÂ‰Û˛˘Â

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R73Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËflVideo camerarecorderSystemVideo recording systemTwo rotary

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R74ÇˉÂÓ͇Ï ‡ëËÒÚÂχëËÒÚÂχ ‚ˉÂÓÁ‡ÔËÒËÑ‚Â ‚ ‡˘‡˛˘ËÂÒfl „ÓÎÓ‚ÍË,̇ÍÎÓÌÌÓ-ÒÚ Ó˜Ì‡fl‡Á‚ Ú͇, ÒËÒÚÂχ óåëËÒÚÂχ

75Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËflCCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RIdentifying the parts1 Tape transport buttons (p. 20)p STO

76CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RIdentifying the parts!º TIME button (p. 29)!¡ DATE button (p. 29)!™ Accessory shoe!£ START/STOP MODE switc

77Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËflCCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R@¢ POWER switch (p. 12, 20)@∞ Display window (p. 83)@§ FAD

78CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RIdentifying the parts éÔÓÁ̇‚‡ÌË ‰ÂÚ‡ÎÂÈ#∞ ê͇ۘ EJECT (ÒÚ . 11)#§ ê͇ۘ ÓÒ‚Ó·ÓʉÂÌËfl ÓÍÛÎfl ‡ (ÒÚ . 60)#¶

79Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËflCCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RIdentifying the partsRemote CommanderUsing the Remote Comm

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R8Battery lifeCCD-TR501E/TR502ECharging and installing thebattery packContinuousrecordingtime***Typicalrecord

80CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RIdentifying the parts éÔÓÁ̇‚‡ÌË ‰ÂÚ‡ÎÂÈNote on battery lifeThe batteries for the Remote Commander lastab

81Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËflCCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RIdentifying the partsTo watch the demonstrationYou can sta

82CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/ROperation indicatorsIn the viewfinder1 Power zoom indicator (p. 15)2 Manual focus indicator (p. 39)3 PROGR

83Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËflCCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R!™ Tape counter (p. 14)!£ 5 SEC recording indicator (p. 30

84CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RWarning indicatorsThe warning indicators and the recording lampflash to inform you of the following situat

85Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËflCCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RIndexAAdjusting viewfinder ... 14ANTI GROUNDSHOOT

86CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RÄ, ÅÄ‚ÚÓÏÓ·ËθÌ˚ȇÍÍÛÏÛÎflÚÓ ... 25Ç–áǂ‰ÂÌËÂ/‚˚‚‰ÂÌËÂËÁÓ· ‡ÊÂÌËfl ... 32ÇÓÒÔ ÓËÁ‚‰ÂÌË ̇ÚÂÎ

87Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËflCCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/RSony Corporation Printed in Japan

CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR620E 3-859-127-13.E/R9Getting started èÓ‰„ÓÚӂ͇ Í Ì‡˜‡ÎÛ ‡·ÓÚ˚To remove the battery packSlide the battery pack in the direction