Sony Handycam CCD-TR42 Operation Manual
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- Page 1 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- Model No. AC-V Serial No.
- Page 2 You will soon be producing home video that you can enjoy for years to come. For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only) For the Factory Service Center nearest you call 416-499-SONY (Canada...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Before You Begin Checking Your Model Number Checking Supplied Accessories Getting Started Charging and Installing the Battery Pack Inserting a Cassette Adjusting the Viewfinder Lens Basic Operations Camera Recording Using the Zoom Feature Hints for Better Shooting Checking the Recorded Picture Connections for Playback... -
Page 4: Before You Begin
Before lhe instructions in this manual arc lot five models listed below. Belorc you sta_'t reading and operating, check your model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder. The CCD-TR42 is the model used for illustration purposes. Otherwise, the model name is indicated in the illustrations. - Page 5 Check that the following a_'cessorie_ are _upplied with your camcorder. RFU-90UC RFU-95UC > (CCD-TR72/TR80) Wireless remote commander (1) (p.17, 48) NP-5S Battery pack (1) (p.6, 33) AC-V25/V25A/V25B AC power adaptor (1) (p.6, 19) RFU-90UC/95UC RFU adaptor (1) (p.16) Shoulder strap (1) (pA6) CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p.30) Already...
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Page 6: Getting Started
Getting Started Before using your camcorder, you first need to charge and install tile battery pack. 1o charge the batter 3 pack, use the supplied AC-V25/V25A/V25B AC power adaptor. Charging the Batte_ Pack Charge the battery pack on a flat place without vibration. - Page 7 CCD-TR82 NP-55 NP-80/ NP-77H NP-66H NP-60D [ NP-55H Battery pack Typical recording time** Continuous recording time*** ** Approximate minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/stop, zooming turning the power on/off. The actual battery life may be shorter. *** Approximate continuous recording time indoors.
- Page 8 Installing the Battery Pack (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Align the right side of the battery pack with the white line on the camcorder, and slide the battery pack to the right. Removing the Battery Pack (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) While pressing BATF, slide the battery pack to the left.
- Page 9 Make sure that a power s(_urcc is installed. (1) While sliding the lid lock, lift up the lid. "lhel/t)pen it. (2) Press EJEC 1. I he ca,_sette compartment automatically lifts up and opens. {3) Insert a cassette (not supplied) with the window facing out.
- Page 10 Before use the camcorder for file In'st time or atter someone else l_as u_ed it, loLus tile viewtinder lens. Make sure that the power source is coru'tected to the camcorder. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, slide it to CAMERA.
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Page 11: Basic Operations
Basic Operations Make sure that a power aource a cassette is into, ted. I he date is auton_atically recorded for l0 seconds after you start recording (AUTO DATE feature). This feature works only once a day. You can hear the beep sound to confirm your... - Page 12 Note on Standby mode If you leave the camcorder for 5 minutes or more with a cassette inserted in Standby mode, the camcorder goes off automatically. This prevents wearing down the battery and wearing out the tape. 1'o resume Standby mode, turn STANDBY down once and turn it up again.
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Page 13: Using The Zoom Feature
Using the Zoom Feature Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the scene. For more professional-looking recordings, use the zoom sparingly. T side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) W side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away) ¢3... -
Page 14: Hints For Better Shooting
For hand-held shots, you'll get better results holding the camcorder according to the tollowing suggestions: • Hold the camcorder firmly and secure it with the grip strap so that you can easily manipulate controls with your thumb. [a] • Place your right elbow against your side. •... -
Page 15: Checking The Recorded Picture
Using EDI ISEARCIt, you call review tile last recorded scene t)l check tile leLorded pictule in the viewfinder. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, slide it to CAMERA. (2) Turn STANDBY up. (3) Press EDITSEARCH. Press the - ((_)) side momentarily, the last few seconds plays back (Rec Review). -
Page 16: Connections For Playback
You can use this cam,order as ,_ VkJR by connecting it to your IV for playback, lherc are some way_ connect your camcorder as shown below. It is recommended to use the house current as the power source (p.19). Connecting to a TV without Video/Audio Input Jacks... -
Page 17: Playing Back A Tape
For Monaural Models (CCD-TR42/TR10/TR82) Connect the camcorder to your TV by using a monarual A/V col_lwcting _able (not _upplied). Set the "FV/VCR selector to VCR on the TV. When connecting the camcorder to VCR, set the input selector on the VCR to LINE. WDEO/A0610 ViDEO/AUDIO ' OUTPUT INPUT... - Page 18 To stop playback, p_c_s [3. To rewind the tape, press .,4.,4. To advance the tape rapidly, pre_s Ibq_. Various Playback Modes To view a still picture (playback pause) Press II during playback. To resume playback, ple_ II or [_'. To locate a scene (Picture Search) Keep pressing or 1_ during...
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Page 19: Using House Current
Advanced You ccu_ choose any of the following pt>we_ sotuccs tor your camcorder: battery pack (1'.0), hc_u>e current, and 12/24 V car battery. Choose the appropriate power source depending on where you want to use your camcorder. Place Power source Accessory to be used Indoors... -
Page 20: Recording With The Date Or Time
Using a Car Battery 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 the battery mounting surface of the camcorder. To remove the DC pack The DC pack is removed... -
Page 21: Shooting With Backlighting
When you shoot a >ubject with the light s_urce behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the BACK LIGHT. Press BACK LIGHT. The [] indicator appears inside the viewfinder. > BA_HT [a] Subject is too dark because of backlight. -
Page 22: Using The Program Ae Function
You can select from k_ut I'ROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shooting situation. When you use PROGRAM AE, you can get a Portrait effect (the subject is in focus and the background is out of focus), capture high-speed action or night views. -
Page 23: Fade-In And Fade-Out
You ,an lade i nt)llade o ut t ogivv y_m recording ,iprotessional appcman¢c. When fading i ll,tile picture will g radually appear from black ormosaic. The s ound will a lso g radually increase. When fading out, the picture willgradually fade t oblack ormosaic. - Page 24 For the model with STEADY SHOT switch (CCD-TR82 only) When you shoot, the _(0)_ indicator appears in the viewfinder. This indicates that the Steady Shot function is working the camcorder compensates for camera-shake. You can release the Steady Shot function. Do not use the Steady Shot function such as when shooting stationary...
- Page 25 You can change the mode ,_etting> m the mcm_ _),Mcm to Imther enjoy the {eatmcs iunctions. (1) Press MENU to display the menu in tile viewfinder. (2) Press I" or 4, to select the desired item, then press EXECUTE. (3) Press t"...
- Page 26 Items in CAMERA mode WIND <ON/OFF> -- For stereo models (CCD-TR72f! RSt)) • Select ON to reduce wind noise when rec_rdmg ill stetting wind. • Normally select OFF. AUTO DATE <ON/OFF> • Select ON to record the date of recording automatically (AUTO DATE feature p.12).
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Page 27: Using The World Clock
Using the World Clock Reset the clock according to the local time zone by setting AREA and D.S.T. modes in the menu system. First find the area number in the "Time zone chart" on page 28. (1) Turn STANDBY up. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. (3) Select AREA item (p.26). Press t' or 4, to select the area number where you will use the camcorder. - Page 28 Time Zone Chart Area number Area Area name Nations or area* number LONDON England, GMT (Greenwich Mean Time), Morocco, Portugai " Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, PARIS Switzerland, CAIRO Egypt, Finland, Greece, Israel, Turkey MOSCOW Ethiopia, Iraq, Kenya, Saudi Arabia, former U.S.S.R. (west) DUBAI United Arab Emirates KARACHI...
- Page 29 You can create your own video program by editing with any other I*1. 8 nun, I'liR1.Hi8, vlls VI IS, SvIIS S- VHS, _ VHSC, Slvl!Sl_ S-VHSC, or II] Betamax VCR that has video/audio inputs. After connecting the camcorder to the VCR, (1} Slide the POWER switch to PLAYER.
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Page 30: Additional Information
When the battery becomes weak or dead, _ indicator flashes in the viewfinder for about 5 seconds when you set the POWER switch to CAMERA. In this case, replace battery with the Sony CR2025 or Duracell DL-2025 lithium battery, Use of another... -
Page 31: Resetting The Date And Time
Reset the date and time in the menu system. (1) Press MENU to display the menu. (2) Press I' or 4, to _eluct CLOCK _lzl item (p.26). Press EXECUTE. (3) Press t' or 4, to select the area number where you will use the camcorder. Press EXECUTE. - Page 32 To Correct Date Time Setting Repeat steps 2 to 5. To Check Date Time Press DATE to display the date indicator in the viewfinder, l're,_s 11ME to display the time indicator, When you press the same button again, the indicator goes out.
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Page 33: Playback Modes
Tile playback mode is selected automatically according to the recording system (SI'/LI' mode) in which the tape was recorded. Notes on AFM Hi-Fi stereo -- For stereo models (CCD-TR72/TR80) When you play back the tape, the sound is in monaural •... - Page 34 When to Replace the Battery Pack While you are using your camcorder, the remaining battery indicator decreases gradually as battery power is used up. When the remaining battery indicator reaches the lowest point, the i indicator appears and starts flashing in the viewfinder.
- Page 35 Notes on Charging A Brand-new Battery A brand-new battery pack is not charged. Before using the battery pack, charge it completely. Before Recharging a Used Battery Pack • Make sure to use up the battery before recharging. • If recording is completed before the c\mindicator appears...
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Page 36: Maintenance Information And Precautions
Moisture Condensation If the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture condense inside camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. If this happens, the tape stick to the head drum be damaged or the camcorder not operate... - Page 37 It may damage the video heads. Note If the V8-25CLH cleaning cassette is not available in your area, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Removing Dust from inside the Vie_i6der (1) While sliding the viewfinder release knob to the left, flip open the viewfinder.
- Page 38 This is normal. • Do not place the unit in locations that are: - Extremely hot or cold - Dusty or dirty - Very humid - Vibrating If any difficulty should arise, unplug the unit and contact your nearest Sony dealer.
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Page 39: Using Your Camcorder Abroad
Each country ha,_ lt_ o_.n electricity alld 1 V colol _)._tcm_. Belore u_ing _,,om camcorder abroad, check the following points: Power Sources You can use your camcorder in any country with the supplied AC power adaptor within 100 V to 240 V [aI, AC, 50/60 Hz. -
Page 40: Trouble Check
If you run into all> Imoblenl cain_order, use the following table to troubleshoot the probkqn. u_,ing Should the difficulty persist, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Camco_er page Symptom Cause Corrective Actions The power is not on. - Page 41 Set it to OFF. The playback picture is not EDIT is set to ON in the menu clear, system. Clean the heads using the Sony The picture is "noisy". The video heads may be dirty. V8-25CLH cleaning cassette. COMMANDER is set to OFF in Set it to ON.
- Page 42 AC power adaptor. CHA C amp hashes. Please contact your nearest Sony dealer. * If you use a battery pack which you have just bought or which has been left unused for a long time, the CHARGE lamp may flash at the first charging.
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Page 43: Specifications
Video Camera Recorder General Viewfinder: See tile table bclo_x. System Lens: See the table below. Power requ irements: On battery Video recording system: lwo Color temperature: Auto mounting surface 6.0 V (battery rotary heads, Helical scamling, Minimum illumination: See the pack), 7.5 V (AC power adaptor) FM system... - Page 44 See the table Dimensions: Approx. 4 1/8 below. I 15/16 x 2 1/2 inches (103 x 49 x Application: Sony battery packs 63 mm) including projecting parts and controls NP-55, NP-55H, NP-60D, NP-66H, Mass: See the table below. NP-77H,...
- Page 45 The illustrations in this section are of CCD- 1 R82. Viewfinder release knob (p.14, 37) COUNTER RESET button (p.12) Battery mounting surface (p.8) TIME button (p.20) START/STOP button (p.11) DATE button (p.20) STANDBY switch (p.10, 11) BATr (battery) release knob (p.8) Menu operation buttons (p.25, 31)
- Page 46 ,.£ CCD-TR82 Lens cover Tape transport buttons (p.17) • STOP POWER switch (p.10,11) REW (rewind) PLAY (playback) STEADY SHOT switch (p.24) FF (fast forward) FADER button (p.23) II PAUSE These buttons will function in PLAYER mode. POWER ZOOM button (p.13) EJECT button (p.9) Eyecup (p.14) EDITSEARCH button (p.15)
- Page 47 Remote Commander The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander and on the camcorder function identically. Size AA (R6) battery holder Transmitter (p.49) Point toward the remote sensor to control the START/STOP button camcorder after turning on the POWER switch on the camcorder.
- Page 48 VTR 2. The commander modes (1, 2, and 3) are used to distinguish this camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR at commander mode VTR 2, we recommend you change the commander mode or cover the remote sensor of the VCR with black paper.
- Page 49 In the Viewfinder CCD-TR82 Lights up when playing back a tape Wind noise reduction indicator (p.26) recorded in LP mode (p.33) (CCD-TR72/TRSO only) Tape transport mode (p.11, 17) PROGRAM AE mode indicator (p.22) Tape counter (p.12) Steady Shot indicator (p.24) (CCD-TR82 only) Tape remaining indicator Back light indicator (p.21)
- Page 50 [] The tape is near the end. 5" Disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized facility. [] The tape has run out. The lithium battery is weak or the lithium No tape has been inserted.
- Page 51 EDITSEARCH ....15, 29 Ejection ........External microphone jack ..46 Eyecup ........For Product information or operation, call: SONY CUSTOMER INFORMATION CENTER 201-368-9272 or write to: Sony Customer Information Center One Sony Drive Park Ridge, New Jersey 07656-8003 Sony...