Document Outline

• Video Camera Recorder
  • Welcome to Video 8
  • To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
    • RECYCLING NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES
    • For Customers in the U.S.A.
    • For Customers in CANADA
  • Table of Contents
    • H Before You Begin
  • Checking Your Model Number
    • Types of differences
    • Note on TV Color Systems
    • Precaution on Copyright
    • Precautions on Camcorder Care
  • Checking Supplied Accessories
  • Charging and installing the Battery Pack
    • Charging the Battery Pack
      • Important!
    • Charging and Installing the Battery Pack
      • Removing the Battery Pack
      • Installing the Battery Pack
        • Removing the Battery Pack
  • inserting a Cassette
    • To Eject the Cassette
    • To Prevent Accidental Erasure
    • H Basic Operations
  • Camera Recording
    • To Stop Recording Momentarily [a]
    • To Finish Recording [b]
    • To Focus the Viewfinder Lens
    • Camera Recording
      • Using the Zoom Feature
        • Zooming Speed (Dual speed zooming)
  • Hints for Better Shooting
    • Cautions on the viewfinder
  • Checking the Recorded Picture
    • To Stop Playback
    • To Begin Re-recording
    • To Monitor the Sound While Viewing the Playback Picture in the Viewfinder
  • Connections for Playback
    • To Connect to a TV with Video/Audio Input Jacks
  • Playing Back a Tape
    • Various Playback Modes
    • i Advanced Operations
  • Using Alternative Power Sources
    • Using House Current
      • WARNING
      • PRECAUTION
    • Using a Car Battery
    • Options for Charging the Battery Pack
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    • To stop Recording with the Date or Time
  • Shooting with Backlighting
    • After Shooting
    • Selecting the Best Mode
    • Using the PROGRAM AE Function
  • Fade-in and Fade-out
    • When Fading in [a]
    • When Fading out [b]
    • To Cancel the Fade-in/Fade-out Function
  • Focusing Manually
    • When to Use Manual Focus
    • Focusing Manually
    • Focusing Manually
      • To Return to Autofocus Mode
      • To Shoot with Autofocus Momentarily
      • — For Models with the STEADY SHOT Switch (CCD-TR83/TR93 only)
      • To Activate the Steady Shot Function Again
  • Enjoying Picture Effect
    • — For Models with the PICTURE EFFECT Switch (CCD-TR36/TR76/TR83/TR93 only)
    • Selecting Picture Effect
      • Picture Effect Modes for CCD-TR83/TR93 only
    • Enjoying Picture Effect
    • Using Picture Effect Function
  • Shooting Scenery in Several Short Takes
    • To Extend the Recording Time
    • To Cancel 5-Second Recording
  • Changing the Mode Settings
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    • Selecting the Mode Setting of Each Item Items for both CAMERA and PLAYER Modes COMMANDER <ON/OFF>
    • Items for CAMERA Mode Only
    • Items for PLAYER Mode Only
  • Editing onto Another Tape
    • Before Editing
    • Starting Editing
      • To Edit More Scenes
      • To Stop Editing
  • Changing the Lithium Battery
    • Note on Lithium Battery
    • Changing the Lithium Battery
  • Resetting the Date or Time
    • To Correct the Date and Time Setting
    • To Check the Preset Date and Time
  • Playback Modes
  • Tips for Using the Battery Pack
    • Preparing the Battery Pack
      • Always Carry Additional Batteries
      • Battery Life is Shorter in Cold Environment
      • To Save Battery Power
    • Tips for Using the Battery Pack
      • When to Replace the Battery Pack
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    • Notes on the Rechargeable Battery Pack
      • The Battery Pack Heats Up
      • Battery Pack Care
      • How to Use the Switch on the Battery Pack
      • The Life of the Battery Pack
      • Charging Temperature
      • Sony Batteries are Recommended
    • ^ Notes oii Charging
      • A Brand-new Battery Pack
      • Before Recharging a Used Battery Pack
      • After Long Storage
    • Notes on the Terminals
      • Be Sure to Observe the Following
    • Maintenarice information and Precautions
      • Moisture Condensation
        • Inside the Camcorder
        • On the Surface of the Tape
        • On the Lens
        • How to Prevent Moisture Condensation
      • Video Head Cleaning
        • Caution
      • Removing Dust from Inside the Viewfinder
        • For Models with a Monochrome Viewfinder (CCD-TR36n'R83 only)
      • Maintenance Information and Precautions
      • Precautions
        • Camcorder Operation
        • On Handling Tapes
        • Camcorder Care
        • AC Power Adaptor
    • Using Your Camcorder Abroad
      • Power Sources
      • Difference in Color Systems
    • Trouble Check
      • Camcorder
      • Trouble Check
        • AC Power Adaptor
          • When the CHARGE Lamp Flashes
    • Specifications
      • , Video Camera ^ Recorder
      • AC power adaptor
      • Specifications
      • Attaching the Shoulder Strap
        • Remote Commander
          • To Prepare the Remote Commander
          • To Use the Remote Commander
          • Remote Control Direction
          • To Watch the Demonstration
        • Operation Indicators
    • Warning Indicators