Sony CCD-F301 - Manual (Page 6)

Idantitvina the Parte
Inserting {»tieries
(A-8)
Insert two size AA (R6) ballenes with polarity
positioned correctly
Remotely controllable area
(A-9J
Point the Commander towards the remote sensor
Note on batteries
With normal operation, batteries will last lor about si<
months However, it the commander will not be used tor
a long period, remove the batteries to avoid possible
damage from battery leakage
Notes on the Remote Commander
• Keep the remote sensor away from the strong light
source such as direct sunlight or illumination. Remote
control with the Commander may not be effective
• Be sure that there is no obstacle between the remote
sensor and Commander
• The command mode ol the Commander is VTR2
Avoid to use the Sony VCRs with the same command
mode at the same time
• Be sure to set the REMOTE COMMANDER ON,OFF
switch on the camcorder to OFF when you conned
the receiver ol a remote control kit (not supplied) to
the REMOTE C control conneclor
10
(B-1)
Before recording, prepare your camcorder
following the steps below.
1 Conned a power source, »see page 12
2 Set the dale and time .see page 18
3 Insert a tape. -* see page 20
4 Adjust the viewfinder lens. -* see page 21
5 Adiust the length of the grip strap (B-1)
6 Take off fhe lens cap and attach it to the grip
strap (B-2)
7 Close me AUTO LOCK cover (B-3)
The locus, white balance, back light, and
shutter speed will be adjusted automatically.
II you warn to adjust them manually, see
page 28
Using the BEEP switch
Normally, the BEEP switch should be set to ON
Beep will sound when you start and slop recording, and
it any dilfiruUy should arise during operation
II you want to deadivaie tiie beep, sei ihe BEEP switch
to OFF (B-4)
Note
• Beeps are not recorded on the lape
• For warning beep. See page 58
When you have completed these preparations, go
to page
22.