Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product CCD-TR506E Sony
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Video Camera Recor der Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Инструкция по эксплуатации Пе.
2 English W elcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam camcorder. With your Handycam, you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use.
3 Before you begin Перед началом работы Before you begin Using this manual .................................................. 4 Checking supplied accessories ............................ 6 Getting started Charging and installing the battery pack .
4 15X 15X 15X 15X 15X 15X — 180X — 180X 180X 180X — r — rrr ——— — r r — — —— — r The instructions in this manual are for the six models listed below. Before you start reading this manual and operating the unit, check your model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder.
5 Before you begin Перед началом работы Precaution on copyright Television programmes, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the copyright laws.
6 Checking supplied accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 4 7 23 6 5 * or/ или 8 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 23, 81) 2 NP-33 Battery Pack (1) (p. 7) 3 CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p. 49) Already installed in the camcorder.
7 Getting started Подготовка к началу работы Before using your camcorder, you first need to charge and install the battery pack. To charge the battery pack, use the supplied AC power adaptor. Charging the battery pack Charge the battery pack on a flat place without vibration.
8 Battery life CCD-TR501E/TR502E/TR503E Charging and installing the battery pack Continuous recording time*** Typical recording time** Battery pack NP-33 (supplied) 55 100 NP-55H 65 120 NP-C65/67 90 1.
9 Getting started Подготовка к началу работы To remove the battery pack Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow. Charging and installing the battery pack Для снятия батарейного блока Предвиньте батарейный блок в направлении стрелки.
10 Charging and installing the battery pack Installing the battery pack (1) Insert the top of the battery pack into the top of the battery mounting surface. (2) Push the battery pack so that it attaches firmly. Make sure that you hear clicks twice. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder securely.
11 Getting started Подготовка к началу работы Make sure that a power source is installed. (1) While pressing the small blue button, slide EJECT in the direction of the arrow. The cassette compartment automatically opens. (2) Insert a cassette (not supplied) with the window facing out.
12 Basic operations Camera r ecording Make sure that a power source and a cassette is inserted and that the START/STOP MODE switch is set to . When you use the camcorder for the first time, power on it and reset the date and time to your time (p. 51) before you start recording.
13 Basic operations Основные операции To stop recording momentarily [a] Press START/STOP again. The “REC” indicator in the viewfinder changes to the “STBY” indicator (Standby mode) . To finish recording [b] Press START/STOP. Turn STANDBY down, and set the POWER switch to OFF.
14 To focus the viewfinder lens If the viewfinder is not in focus at all or when you use the camcorder after someone else has used it, focus the viewfinder lens.
15 Basic operations Основные операции Note on the AUTO DATE feature The clock is set at the factory to Sydney time for Australia and New Zealand models, to Tokyo time for the models sold in Japan and to Hong Kong time for other models.
16 Notes on digital zoom – CCD-TR502E/TR506E/TR720E/TR740E only • More than 15x zoom is performed digitally, and the picture quality deteriorates as you go toward the “ T ” side. If you do not want to use the digital zoom, set D ZOOM to OFF in the menu system.
17 Basic operations Основные операции • Hold the camcorder firmly and secure it with the grip strap so that you can easily manipulate the controls with your thumb [a] . • Place your right elbow against your side. • Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it.
18 Using EDITSEARCH, you can review the last recorded scene or check the recorded picture in the viewfinder. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to CAMERA. (2) Turn STANDBY up. (3) Press the Р( Π) side of EDITSEARCH momentarily; the last few seconds of the recorded portion plays back (Rec Review) .
19 Basic operations Основные операции Connections for playback Connect the camcorder to your VCR or TV to watch the playback picture on the TV screen. When monitoring the playback picture by connecting the camcorder to your TV, we recommend you to use mains for the power source.
20 Connections for playback If your TV or VCR is a monaural type – CCD-TR506E/TR720E/TR740E only Connect only the white plug for audio on both the camcorder and the TV or the VCR. With this connection, the sound is monaural. To connect to a VCR or TV without Video/Audio input jacks Use an RFU adaptor (not supplied).
21 Basic operations Основные операции Connections for playback Подсоединения для воспроизведения If your TV or VCR is a monaural type Connect the yellow plug for video and connect only the white plug for audio on both the AV cordless IR receiver and the TV or VCR.
22 Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can also monitor a picture on a TV screen, after connecting the camcorder to a TV or VCR. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to PLAYER.
23 Basic operations Основные операции Using the Remote Commander You can control playback using the supplied Remote Commander. Before using the Remote Commander, insert the R6 (size AA) batteries. To erase the indicators Press DISPLAY to erase the viewfinder screen indicators on the TV.
24 You can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack, the mains and 12/24 V car battery. Choose the appropriate power source depending on where you want to use your camcorder.
25 Advanced operations Усовершенствованные операции Using alternative power sources Using the mains To use the supplied AC power adaptor: (1) Connect the mains lead to the mains. Insert the top of the connecting plate of the AC power adaptor into the top of the battery mounting surface.
26 Notes on the POWER lamp • The POWER lamp will remain lit for a while even if the unit is unplugged after use. This is normal. • If the POWER lamp does not light, set the selector to VTR (DC OUT) and disconnect the mains lead. After about one minute, reconnect the mains lead.
27 Advanced operations Усовершенствованные операции You can change the mode settings to further enjoy the features and functions of the camcorder. (1) Press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select the desired item, and press the dial.
28 Selecting the mode setting of each item Items for both CAMERA and PLAYER modes COMMANDER <ON/OFF> • Select ON when using the supplied Remote Commander for the camcorder. • Select OFF when not using the Remote Commander. BEEP* <ON/OFF> • Select ON so that beeps sound when you start/ stop recording, etc.
29 Advanced operations Усовершенствованные операции CLOCK SET* Reset the date or time. DEMO MODE* <ON/OFF> • Select ON to make the demonstration appear.
30 Recor ding with the date or time Before you start recording or during recording, press DATE or TIME. You can record the date or time displayed in the viewfinder with the picture. You cannot record the date and time at the same time. Except for the date or time indicator, no indicator is recorded.
31 Advanced operations Усовершенствованные операции Your camcorder has two modes besides normal start/stop mode. These modes enable you to take a series of quick shots resulting in a lively video. (1) Set START/STOP MODE to the desired mode.
32 You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. When fading in, the picture gradually fades in from black while the sound increases. When fading out, the picture gradually fades to black while the sound decreases. When fading in [a] (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press FADER.
33 Advanced operations Усовершенствованные операции To cancel the fade-in/fade-out function Before pressing START/STOP, press FADER to turn off the FADER indicator. When the date or time indicator is displayed The date or time and a title indicator does not fade in or fade out.
34 Enjoying pictur e effect Selecting picture effect You can make pictures like those of television with the Picture Effect function. Наслаждение эффектами изображения .
35 Advanced operations Усовершенствованные операции Using picture effect function While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press PICTURE EFFECT to select the desired Picture Effect mode.
36 – CCD-TR502E/TR506E/TR720E/TR740E only Selecting the desired mode You can record a cinemalike picture (CINEMA) or a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide- screen TV (16:9FULL). CINEMA Black bands appear at the top and the bottom of the screen.
37 Advanced operations Усовершенствованные операции Using the wide mode function While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press 16:9 WIDE repeatedly so that the desired mode indicator appears.
38 Focusing manually When to use manual focus In the following cases you should obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually. • Insufficient light [a] • Subjects with little contrast — walls, sky, etc.
39 Advanced operations Усовершенствованные операции Focusing manually When focusing manually, first focus in telephoto before recording, and then reset the shot length. (1) Set FOCUS to MANUAL. The f indicator appears. (2) Turn the focus dial to focus on the subject.
40 Using the PROGRAM AE function A Å å You can select from three PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shooting situation. When you use PROGRAM AE, you can capture high-speed action or night views. Selecting the best mode Select the best mode by using the following examples.
41 Advanced operations Усовершенствованные операции Returning to automatic mode Turn PROGRAM AE until the PROGRAM AE indicator disappears.
42 Shooting with backlighting When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the BACK LIGHT function. Press BACK LIGHT. The c indicator appears in the viewfinder. [a] Subject is too dark because of backlight.
43 Advanced operations Усовершенствованные операции – CCD-TR720E/TR740E only When you shoot, the Ó indicator appears. This indicates that the SteadyShot function is working and the camcorder compensates for camera- shake.
44 Superimposing a title You can select from eight preset titles and two titles you made to superimpose it on the picture during recording. Each time you press TITLE, the preset titles appear one by one. To superimpose from the beginning (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
45 Advanced operations Усовершенствованные операции Titles cycle as follows Original title 1 n Original title 2 n HELLO! n HAPPY BIRTHDAY n HAPPY HOLIDAYS n CONGRATULATIONS! n OUR SWEET BABY n WEDDING n VACATION n THE END When you press TITLE with “THE END” displayed, the titles disappear.
46 Making your own titles You can make two titles of up to 22 characters each, and store them in memory. We recommend to eject the cassette before you begin so that the power is not turned off on the way. (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU to display the menu.
47 Advanced operations Усовершенствованные операции To erase the title you have made Press MENU, select the title you want to erase, and press the dial. Select ↵ at the leftmost character, then press the dial. Do not select the blank to erase a character.
48 Editing onto another tape You can create your own video programme by editing with any other h 8 mm, H Hi8, j VHS, k S-VHS, VHSC, K S-VHSC or l Betamax VCR that has video/audio inputs. After connecting the camcorder to the VCR, (1) Set the POWER switch to PLAYER.
49 Additional information Дополнительная информация Additional Information Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Your camcorder is supplied with a lithium battery installed.
50 Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Замена литиевой батарейки в видеокамере ПРЕДУПРЕЖДЕНИЕ Если с батарейкой неправильно обращаться, она може взорваться.
51 Additional information Дополнительная информация You can reset the date and time in the menu system. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. (3) Turn the control dial to select CLOCK SET, then press the dial.
52 To correct the date and time setting Repeat steps 4 and 5. To check the date and time Press DATE to display the date indicator. Press TIME to display the time indicator.
53 Additional information Дополнительная информация Tips for using the battery pack This section shows you how you can get the most out of your battery pack. Preparing the battery pack Always carry additional batteries Have sufficient battery pack power to do 2 to 3 times as much recording as you have planned.
54 When to replace the battery 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.
55 Additional information Дополнительная информация The battery 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.
56 Notes on charging A brand-new battery A brand-new battery pack is not charged. Before using the battery pack, charge it completely. After long storage Recharge the battery pack after a long period of storage. If the battery pack is charged fully but not used for a long time (about one year), it becomes discharged.
57 Additional information Дополнительная информация Maintenance information and pr ecautions Moisture condensation If the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside the camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens.
58 [a] Slightly dirty [b] Dirty If this happens, clean the video heads with the Sony V8-25CLH cleaning cassette (not supplied). After checking the picture, if it is still “noisy”, repeat the cleaning. (Do not repeat cleaning more than 5 times in one session.
59 Additional information Дополнительная информация Removing dust from inside the viewfinder – CCD-TR501E/TR502E only (1) Remove the screw with a screwdriver (not supplied). Then, while sliding the RELEASE knob, turn the eyecup in the direction of the arrow and pull it out.
60 Maintenance information and precautions Precautions Camcorder operation • Operate the camcorder using 6.0 V (battery pack), or 7.5 V (AC power adaptor).
61 Additional information Дополнительная информация • Clean the camcorder body with a soft dry cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent which may damage the finish.
62 • Do not apply mechanical shock or drop the unit. • While the unit is in use, particularly during charging, keep it away from AM receivers and video equipment because it will disturb AM reception and video operation. • The unit becomes warm while in use.
63 Additional information Дополнительная информация Using your camcor der abroad Each country or area has its own electricity and TV colour systems.
64 If you run into any problem using the camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. Should the difficulty persist, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Camcorder Power Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The battery pack is not installed.
65 Additional information Дополнительная информация The image on the viewfinder screen is not clear. A vertical band appears when a subject such as lights or a candle flame is shot against a dark background. The picture is “noisy”.
66 Others Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • COMMANDER is set to OFF. m Set it to ON. (p. 28) • Something is blocking the infrared rays. m Remove the obstacle. • The battery is not inserted with the correct polarity. m Insert the battery with the correct polarity.
67 Additional information Дополнительная информация Remove the battery pack from the AC power adaptor. Then install the same battery pack again.
68 Русский Проверка неисправностей Не включается питание. Выключается питание. Батарейный блок быстро разряжается. Не функционирует кнопка START/STOP.
69 Additional information Дополнительная информация Признак Причина и/или действия по устранению • Снова установите дату и время. (стр. 51) • Функция STEADY SHOT установлена на OFF.
70 Прочее Признак Причина и/или действия по устранению • COMMANDER установлен в положение OFF. m Установите его в положение ON. (стр. 28) • Что-то преграждает путь инфракрасным лучам.
71 Additional information Дополнительная информация Проверка неисправностей Сетевой адаптер перемненного тока Когда мигает лампочка CHARGE Проверить по следующей таблице.
72 Video camera recorder System Video recording system Two rotary heads, Helical scanning, FM system Audio recording system Rotary heads, FM system Video signal PAL colour, CCIR standards Usable casse.
73 Additional information Дополнительная информация Specifications AC power adaptor Power requirements 110 – 240 V AC, 50/60Hz Power consumption AC-V16/V17: 20 W AC-V16A/V17A: 22 W Output voltage DC OUT in operation mode 7.5 V, 1.
74 Видеокамера Система Система видеозаписи Две вращающиеся головки, наклонно-строчная развертка, система ЧМ .
75 Additional information Дополнительная информация Технические характеристики Сетевой адаптер Требования к источнику питания 110 – 240 В перем.
76 Identifying the parts Опознавание деталей 1 Tape transport buttons (p. 22, 23) p STOP 0 REW (rewind) ( PLAY (playback) ) FF (fast forward) P PAUSE These buttons will function in PLAYER mode. 2 EDITSEARCH button (p. 18) 3 LASER LINK button (CCD-TR740E only) (p.
77 Additional information Дополнительная информация Identifying the parts !£ TIME button (p. 30) !¢ DATE button (p. 30) !∞ Accessory shoe !§ START/STOP MODE switch (p. 12, 31) !¶ Recording lamp !• Focus dial (p. 39) !ª FOCUS switch (p.
78 @¶ POWER switch (p. 12, 22) @• Display window (p. 85) @ª FADER button (p. 32) #º BACK LIGHT button (p. 42) #¡ PROGRAM AE dial (p. 41) #™ Eyecup #£ Viewfinder adjustment lever (CCD-TR503E/TR506E/TR720E/TR740E only) (p. 14) #¢ STANDBY switch (p.
79 Additional information Дополнительная информация 12 3 #ª EJECT knob (p. 11) $º Eyecup release knob (CCD-TR501E/TR502E only) (p. 59) $¡ Hooks for shoulder strap $™ Battery mounting surface (p. 10) $£ Grip strap (p. 17) $¢ Cassette compartment (p.
80 AV cordless IR receiver – CCD-TR740E only Identifying the parts Опознавание деталей Беспроводный ИК-ресивер аудио-/видеосигнала – Только CCD-TR740E 1 VIDEO/AUDIO OUT jack (p. 20) 2 DC IN 6V jack (p.
81 Additional information Дополнительная информация Identifying the parts Remote Commander Using the Remote Commander Make sure that COMMANDER is set to ON in the menu system. The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the camcorder function identically.
82 To prepare the Remote Commander Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matchingthe + and – on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment. Note on battery life The batteries for the Remote Commander last about 6 months under normal operation.
83 Additional information Дополнительная информация Identifying the parts Notes on the Remote Commander • Keep the remote sensor away from strong light sources such as direct sunlight or illumination. Otherwise, the remote control may not be effective.
84 Operation indicators In the viewfinder 1 Power zoom indicator (p. 15) 2 Manual focus indicaror (p. 39) 3 PROGRAM AE indicator (p. 41) 4 SteadyShot indicator (CCD-TR720E/TR740E only) (p. 43) 5 Back light indicator (p. 42) 6 FADER indicator (p. 32) 7 Wide mode indicator (CCD-TR502E/ TR506E/TR720E/TR740E only) (p.
85 Additional information Дополнительная информация !™ Tape counter (p. 14) !£ 5 SEC recording indicator (p. 31) !¢ Warning indicator (p. 86) !∞ Remaining battery indicator (p. 54) !§ AUTO DATE indicator (p. 12) !¶ Date or Time (p.
86 W ar ning indicators The warning indicators and the recording lamp flash to inform you of the following situation. The illustrations below are the warning indicators of the viewfinder. The same indicators flash also in the display window. ≥ : You can hear the beep sound when BEEP is set to ON.
87 Additional information Дополнительная информация Index A Adjusting viewfinder ............ 14 AUTO DATE .......................... 15 B BACK LIGHT ......................... 42 BEEP .................................. 14, 28 C Camera recording .
Sony Corporation Printed in Japan А, Б Автомобильный аккумулятор .................... 26 В–З Введение/выведение изображения .................... 32 Воспроизведение на телевизоре .
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