Sony CCD-TR98 - Manual (Page 4)

Using This Manual
The instructions in this manual are for the tliree models listed below. Before vcni start reading this
manual and operating the unit, check vour model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder.
The CCD-TR98 is the model used for illustration purposes. Otherwise, the model naiiK' is indicated
in the illustrations. Any differences in operatii_>n are clearly indicated in the text, tor example, " CCD-
TR98only".
As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the camcorder are shown in capital letters,
e.g. Set the POWHR switch to CAMERA.
As indicated with in the illustrations, you can hear the beep sound to confirm vour operation.
Types of Differences
Model Viewfinder Steady
Shot B/W Color
CCD^TR78 •
CCD-TR88 • •
CCD-TR98 • •
Note on TV Color Systems
TV color systems are different depending on the countries. If you view the playback picture on a TV,
you need an NTSC system based TV. When you want to use a PAL-M system based TV, you will
need an NTSC/PAL-M transcoder (as this is an NTSC system based camcorder).
Precaution on Copyright
Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the copyright laws.
Precautions on Camcorder Care
• Do not let the camcorder get wet. Keep the camcorder from rain or sea water. It may cause a
malfunction and sometimes the malfunction cannot be repaired, [a]
• Do not let sand get into the camcorder. When you use the camcorder on a sandy beach or in
a dusty place, protect it from the sand or dust. Sand or dust may cause the unit to malfunction,
and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired, [b]
• Never leave the camcorder under temperatures above 140° F (60 °C), such as in a car parked in the
sun or under direct sunlight, [c]