Sony CCD-TRV30 - Manual (Page 20)

Playback Modes
Tips for Using the Battery Pack
he playback mode (SP or LP) is selected automatically according to the format in which the tape has
een recorded. The quality of the recorded picture in LP mode, however, will not be as good as that in
P mode.
P (long play) mode
Vhen you play back a tape recorded in LP mode, the LP indicator lights up in the viewfinder or on the
CD screen.
oreign 8 mm video
ou cannot play software recorded on a different TV color system. Because the TV color systems differ
om country to country, you may not be able to play back foreign prerecorded software. Refer to page
3 to check the TV color system of foreign countries.
Tips for Using the Battery Pack
his section shows you how you can get the most out of your battery pack.
Preparing the Battery Pack
vlways Carry Additional Batteries
lave sufficient battery pack power to do 2 to 3 times as much recording as you have planned,
attery Life is Shorter in Cold Environment
.ittery efficiency is decreased and the battery will be used up more quickly if you are recording in cold
ivironment.
o Save Battery Power
Lirn the STANDBY switch on the camcorder down when not recording to save battery power,
smooth transition between scenes can be made even if recording is stopped and started again. While
)u are positioning the subject, selecting an angle, or looking through the viewfinder lens or at the
CD screen, the lens moves automatically and the battery is used. The battery is also used when a tape
inserted or removed.
When to Replace the Battery Pack
While you are using your camcorder, the remaining battery indicator in the viewfinder or on the LCD
screen decreases gradually as battery power is used up.
When the remaining battery indicator reaches the lowest point, the cYs indicator appears and starts
flashing in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen,
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When the indicator in the viewfinder changes from slow flashing to rapid flashing while you are
recording, turn the POWER switch to OFF on the camcorder and replace the battery pack. Leave the
tape in the camcorder to obtain smooth transition between scenes after the battery pack is replaced.
Note on the remaining battery indicator
The remaining battery indicator of the camcorder may indicate a different remaining capacity from that
of the battery pack with its own indicator (not supplied). The indicator on the battery pack is more
accurate.
Notes on the Rechargeable Battery Pack
The Battery Pack Heats Up
During charging or recording, the battery pack heats up. This is caused by energy that has been
generated and a chemical change that has occurred inside the battery pack. This is not cause for
concern.
Battery Pack Care
• Remove the battery pack from the camcorder after using the battery pack, and keep it in a cool
place. When the battery pack is attached to the camcorder, a small amount of current flows to the
camcorder even if the POWER switch is set to OFF, which shortens battery life.
• The battery pack is always discharging even when it is not in use after charging. Therefore, you
should charge the battery right before using the camcorder.
How to Use the Switch on the Battery Pack
This switch is provided so that you can mark the charged battery pack. Set the switch to the "no mark"
position when charging is completed. Set the switch to the "red mark" position when the battery is
used up (or in whichever direction you want to remind yourself),
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