3-861-898-33 (1)

Video Camera Recorder

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.

CCD-TR940

CCD-TR940 CCD-TR311/TR413/TR414

1998 by Sony Corporation

Welcome!
Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony HandycamR camcorder. With your Handycam you can capture lifes 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. You will soon be producing home video that you can enjoy for years to come.

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

Table of contents

Before you begin
Using this manual.. 4 Checking supplied accessories. 6 Adjusting the exposure (CCD-TR940 only). 41 Superimposing a title.. 43 Making your own titles. 45 Recording with the date/time. 46 Optimizing the recording condition. 47 Using the built-in light (CCD-TR413/ TR414/TR940 only). 48 Releasing the STEADY SHOT function (CCD-TR414/TR940 only). 50

Getting started

Installing and charging the battery pack... 7 Inserting a cassette.. 11

for playback/editing

Basic operations
Camera recording.. 12 Using the zoom feature.. 15 Selecting the START/STOP mode.. 16 Hints for better shooting.. 17 Checking the recorded picture. 18 Connections for playback.. 19 Playing back a tape. 21
Editing onto another tape.. 51 Recording from a VCR or TV (CCD-TR940 only). 52

Additional information

Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder.. 53 Resetting the date and time.. 55 Simple setting of clock by time difference... 56 Usable cassettes and playback modes... 57 Tips for using the battery pack. 58 Maintenance information and precautions.. 61 Using your camcorder abroad. 65 Trouble check.. 66 Self-diagnosis display.. 69 Specifications... 70 Identifying the parts.. 71 Warning indicators. 79 Index.. Back cover

Advanced operations

Using alternative power sources. 23 Using the house current. 23 Changing the mode settings. 25

for camera recording

Shooting with backlighting.. 29 Using the FADER function (CCD-TR940 only). 30 Shooting in the dark (NightShot) (CCD-TR940 only). 32 Using the wide mode function. 33 Using the PROGRAM AE function. 35 Focusing manually (CCD-TR940 only). 37 Enjoying picture effect.. 39

Using this manual

The instructions in this manual are for the four 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. The CCD-TR940 is the model used for illustration purposes. Otherwise, the model name is indicated in the illustrations. Any differences in operation are clearly indicated in the text, for example, CCD-TR940 only. As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the camcorder are shown in capital letters. e.g. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. You can hear the beep sound to confirm your operation.

Types of differences

CCDSystem VIDEO/AUDIO IN* Viewfinder S VIDEO Optical zoom Digital zoom NightShot Steady Shot Remote sensor LASER LINK Fader function Manual focus Exposure Audio Built-in light TR311 h B/W 16x 100x monaural TR413 h color 16x 200x r monaural r TR414 h color 16x 200x r r r monaural r TR940 H r color r 18x 220x r r r r r r r stereo r
* The models without VIDEO/AUDIO IN have CAMERA, OFF and PLAYER mode on the POWER switch.
Using this manual Note on TV color systems
TV color systems differ from country to country. To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV.

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
The LCD screen and/or the color viewfinder are manufactured using highprecision technology. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and/or in the viewfinder. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recorded picture in any way. Over 99.99% are operational for effective use. Do not let the camcorder get wet. Keep the camcorder away from rain and sea water. Letting the camcorder get wet may cause the unit to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired [a]. Never leave the camcorder exposed to temperatures above 60C (140F), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b].
Checking supplied accessories
Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 3
1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 76) CCD-TR413/TR414/TR940 only 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 8, 23) 3 NP-F330 Battery pack (1) (p. 7, 23) 4 CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p. 53) The lithium battery is already installed in your camcorder.
5 R6 (size AA) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 76) CCD-TR413/TR414/TR940 only 6 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 19) *for stereo model 7 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 77)
Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, video tape, etc.
Installing and charging the battery pack
Before using your camcorder, you first need to install and charge the battery pack. This camcorder operates only with the InfoLITHIUM battery pack. InfoLITHIUM is a trademark of Sony corporation.
Installing the battery pack
(1) While pressing BATT RELEASE, slide the lower battery terminal cover in the direction of the arrow. (2) Install the battery pack in the direction of the $ mark on the battery pack. Slide the battery pack down until it catches on the battery release lever and clicks. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder securely.

BATT RELEASE

Note on the battery pack Do not carry the camcorder by grasping the battery pack.
Installing and charging the battery pack Charging the battery pack

CCD-TR413

Battery pack Continuous recording time* Typical recording time** NP-F330 NP-F530 (supplied) 135 (120) 235 (210) NP-F550 NP-F730 NP-F750 NP-F930 NP-F950
270 (240) 475 (425) 550 (500) 745 (670) 850 (760)

70 (60)

120 (110)
140 (125) 250 (225) 290 (265) 390 (355) 450 (400)
Battery pack Continuous recording time* Typical recording time** NP-F330 NP-F530 (supplied) NP-F550 NP-F730 NP-F750 NP-F930 NP-F950
125 (110) 215 (190) 250 (220) 430 (385) 510 (460) 680 (610) 780 (700)

65 (55)

110 (100) 130 (115) 225 (200) 270 (240) 360 (320) 410 (370)
Numbers in parentheses indicate the time when you use a normally charged battery. Battery life will be shorter if you use the camcorder in a cold environment. * Approximate continuous recording time at 25C (77F). ** Approximate minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/stop, zooming and turning the power on/off. The actual battery life may be shorter. Note on remaining battery time indication during recording Remaining battery time is displayed in the viewfinder. However, the indication may not be displayed properly, depending on using conditions and circumstances.
To remove the battery pack
While pressing BATT RELEASE, slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow.
You can look at the demonstration of the functions available with this camcorder (p. 27).

Inserting a cassette

Make sure that the power source is installed. When you want to record in the Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassette H (CCD-TR940 only).
(1) While pressing the small blue button on the EJECT switch, slide it in the direction of the arrow. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens. (2) Insert a cassette with the window facing out. (3) Close the cassette compartment by pressing the PUSH mark on the cassette compartment. The cassette compartment automatically goes down.

To eject the cassette

While pressing the small blue button on the EJECT switch, slide it in the direction of the arrow.
To prevent accidental erasure
Slide the tab on the cassette to expose the red mark. If you insert the cassette with the red mark exposed and close the cassette compartment, the beeps sound for a while. If and 6 indicators flash, and you you try to record with the red mark exposed, the cannot record. To re-record on this tape, slide the tab back out covering the red mark.

Camera recording

Make sure that the power source is installed and a cassette is inserted and that the START/STOP MODE switch is set to. Before you record one-time events, you may want to make a trial recording to make sure that the camcorder is working correctly. When you use the camcorder for the first time, power on it and reset the date and time to your time before you start recording (p. 56). The date is automatically recorded for 10 seconds after you start recording (AUTO DATE feature). This feature works only once a day. For the information indications, you can select English, Spanish, Chinese or Portuguese in the menu system (p. 25). The factory setting is English.

Place the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripod Try placing the camcorder on a table top or any other flat surface of suitable height. If you have a tripod for a still camera, you can also use it with the camcorder. When attaching a non-Sony tripod, make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 6.5 mm. Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage the camcorder. Cautions on the viewfinder Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder [c]. Do not place the camcorder so as to point the viewfinder toward the sun. The inside of the viewfinder may be damaged. Be careful when placing the camcorder under sunlight or by a window [d].
Checking the recorded picture
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 to STANDBY. (3) Press the () side of EDITSEARCH momentarily; the last few seconds of the recorded portion play back (Rec Review). You can monitor the sound from headphones (CCD-TR940 only). Hold down the side of EDITSEARCH until the camcorder goes back to the scene you want. The last recorded portion is played back. To go forward, hold down the + side (Edit Search).

EDITSEARCH

EDITSEARCH EDITSEARCH

To stop playback

Release EDITSEARCH.

To begin re-recording

Press START/STOP. Re-recording begins from the point you released EDITSEARCH. Provided you do not eject the cassette, the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene you record will be smooth.

Connections for playback

Connect the camcorder to your TV or VCR 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 house current for the power source.
Connecting directly to a TV/VCR with Video/Audio input jacks
When connecting the A/V connecting cable, make sure you connect the plug to jacks of the same color. Open the jack cover. With using the supplied A/V connecting cable, connect the camcorder to the LINE IN inputs on the TV or VCR connected to the TV. Set the TV/ VCR selector on the TV to VCR. When connecting to the VCR, set the input selector on the VCR to LINE.

CCD-TR311/TR413/TR414

IN VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO AUDIO

: Signal flow

S VIDEO [a] VIDEO [b] AUDIO

(not supplied)

IN S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO
: Signal flow CCD-TR940 only If your TV or VCR has an S video jack, connect using the S video connecting cable (not supplied) [a] to obtain a high quality picture. If you are going to connect the camcorder using the S video connecting cable (not supplied) [a], you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable [b].

Items for CAMERA mode only
D ZOOM* <ON/OFF> Select ON to activate digital zooming. Select OFF to not use the digital zoom. The camcorder goes back to 16x (CCD-TR311/TR413/TR414) or 18x (CCD-TR940) zoom. 16:9WIDE* <OFF/CINEMA/16:9FULL> Normally select OFF. Select CINEMA to record in CINEMA mode. Select 16:9FULL to record in 16:9FULL mode.
STEADYSHOT* <ON/OFF> (CCD-TR414/TR940 only) Normally select ON. Select OFF to release the SteadyShot function. N.S.LIGHT* <ON/OFF> (CCD-TR940 only) Normally select ON. Select OFF to not use the NightShot Light function. WIND <ON/OFF> (CCD-TR940 only) Select ON to reduce wind noise when recording in strong wind. Normally select OFF. ORC TO SET* Select this item to automatically adjust the recording condition to get the best possible recording. If you have already performed this function, ORC ON is displayed. CLOCK SET* Reset the date or time. AUTO DATE* <ON/OFF> Select ON to record the date for 10 seconds after recording has started. Select OFF to not record the date. DEMO MODE* <ON/OFF> Select ON to make the demonstration appear. Select OFF to deactivate the demonstration mode. Notes on DEMO MODE DEMO MODE is set to STBY (Standby) at the factory and the demonstration starts about 10 minutes after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA without inserting a cassette. Note that you cannot select STBY of DEMO MODE in the menu system. You cannot select DEMO MODE when a cassette is inserted in the camcorder. If you insert a cassette during the demonstration, the demonstration stops. You can start recording as usual. DEMO MODE automatically returns to STBY. When NIGHTSHOT is set to ON, NIGHTSHOT appears in the viewfinder and the demonstration does not start (CCD-TR940 only). To look at the demonstration at once Eject the cassette, if inserted. Select ON of DEMO MODE and erase the menu display. The demonstration will begin. When you turn off the camcorder once, DEMO MODE automatically returns to STBY.

Spotlight mode For subjects in spotlight, such as at the theater or a formal event. a Soft Portrait mode For zooming in on a still subject in telephoto mode, or for a subject behind an obstacle such as a screen. Creates a soft background for subjects such as people or flowers, and faithfully reproduces skin color. A Sports Lesson mode For recording fast-moving subjects such as in tennis or golf games. Beach & Ski mode For people or faces in strong light or reflected light, such as at a beach in midsummer or on a ski slope. Sunset & Moon mode For recording subjects in dark environments such as sunsets, fireworks, neon signs, or general night views. Landscape mode For distant subjects such as mountains or when recording a subject behind an obstacle such as a window or screen.
Using the PROGRAM AE function Using the PROGRAM AE function
Turn the PROGRAM AE dial to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode.

To turn off program AE

Turn the PROGRAM AE dial to the r position.
Notes on focus setting In the Spotlight, Sports lesson and Beach & Ski modes, you cannot take close-ups because the camcorder is set to focus only on subjects in the middle to far distance. In the Sunset & Moon and Landscape modes, the camcorder is set to focus only on distant subjects.

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. [b] Too much brightness behind the subject [c] Horizontal stripes [d] Subjects through frosted glass Subjects beyond nets, etc. Bright subject or subject reflecting light Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod
Focusing manually 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 in the viewfinder. (2) Move the power zoom lever to the T side in the optical zoom zone until the lever reaches the end. (3) Turn the NEAR/FAR dial to achieve a sharp focus. (4) Set the desired shot length using the power zoom lever.

AUTO MANUAL INFINITY

FAR NEAR
To return to autofocus mode
Set FOCUS to AUTO. The f indicator in the viewfinder disappears. Shooting in relatively dark places Shoot at wide-angle after focusing in the telephoto position.
To record a very distant subject
Push FOCUS down to INFINITY. The lens focuses on the most distant subject while FOCUS is held down. When it is released, manual focus mode is resumed. Use this function when shooting through a window or a screen, to focus on a most distant subject. Note on manual focusing The following indicators may appear: when recording a very distant subject. when the subject is too close to focus on.

Enjoying picture effect

Selecting picture effect
You can make pictures like those of television with the Picture Effect function.
PASTEL [a] The contrast of the picture is emphasized, and the picture looks like an animated cartoon. NEG. ART [b] The color and brightness of the picture is reversed. SEPIA The picture is sepia. B&W The picture is monochrome (black and white). SOLARIZE [c] The light intensity is more clear, and the picture looks like an illustration. MOSAIC [d] The picture is mosaic. SLIM [e] The picture expands vertically. STRETCH [f] The picture expands horizontally.
Enjoying picture effect Using picture effect function
(1) Press PICTURE EFFECT. (2) Turn the control dial to select the desired picture effect mode.

PICTURE EFFECT

PASTEL NEG. ART SEPIA B&W SOLARIZE MOSAIC SLIM STRETCH
To turn off picture effect
Press PICTURE EFFECT. The indicator in the viewfinder goes out. Note on the picture effect When you turn the power off, the camcorder returns automatically to normal mode.

Adjusting the exposure

When to adjust the exposure
Adjust the exposure manually under the following cases.
[a] The background is too bright (back lighting) Insufficient light: most of the picture is dark [b] Bright subject and dark background To record the darkness faithfully
(1) Press EXPOSURE. (2) Turn the control dial to adjust the brightness.

EXPOSURE

To return to automatic exposure mode

Press EXPOSURE again.

Shooting with the sun behind you If the light source is behind your subject, or in the following situations, the subject will be recorded too dark. The subject is indoors and there is a window behind the subject. Bright light sources are included in the scene. When shooting a person wearing white or shiny clothes in front of a white background, the face will be recorded too dark. Shooting in the dark We recommend you to use the built-in light or a video light (not supplied). To get the best color, you must maintain a sufficient light level. When you adjust the exposure manually BACK LIGHT does not work. If you change the setting of PROGRAM AE mode, the camcorder automatically returns to automatic exposure mode.

Superimposing a title

You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles. You can also select the language, color, size and position of titles. The title are displayed in the language you selected for the display language (p.26).

Superimposing titles

(1) Press TITLE to display the title menu. , then press the dial. (2) Turn the control dial to select (3) Turn the control dial to select the desired title, then press the dial. The titles are displayed in the language you selected. (4) Turn the control dial to select the color, size, or position, then press the dial. (5) Turn the control dial to select the desired item, then press the dial. (6) Repeat step 4 and 5 until the title is arranged as desired. (7) Press control dial again to complete the setting. (8) When you want to stop recording the title, press TITLE.
PRESET TITLE HELLO! HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS! OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING VACATION THE END [TITLE] : END
PRESET TITLE HELLO! HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS! OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING VACATION THE END RETURN [TITLE] : END

THE END

[TITLE] : END
To superimpose the title from beginning
After step 7, press START/STOP to start recording.
To superimpose the title while you are recording
After pressing START/STOP to start recording, start from step 1. In this case, beep is not heard.
To select the language of preset title
When you want to select the language, select return to step 2. before step 2. Then select language and

To use the custom title

When you want to use the custom title, select in step 2. Notes on superimposing a title If you have not given any custom title, . appears on the display. The FADER function works while the title is displayed, however, the title does not fade (CCD-TR940 only). If you display the menu or title menu while superimposing a title, the title is not recorded while the menu or title menu is being displayed. Title color changes as follows : WHITE YELLOW VIOLET RED CYAN GREEN BLUE Title size changes as follows : SMALL LARGE Title position changes as follows : When you select the title size SMALL, you can choose 9 positions. When you select the title size LARGE you can choose 8 positions. Notes on the title Depending on size or position of the title, both of date and time or either of them is not displayed. If you input 13 characters or more for a LARGE title, the title is automatically reduced into a proper size after the position is set.

VCR [a] [b] S VIDEO VIDEO
If your VCR or TV has an S video jack, connect using the S video connecting cable (not supplied) [a] to obtain a high quality picture. If your VCR or TV is a monaural type, connect only the white plug for audio on both the camcorder and the VCR or TV. If your VCR or TV does not have an S VIDEO OUT jack, connect cable [b]. Do not connect the S video connecting cable (not supplied) [a] to the camcorder. To check the picture from a VCR or TV before recording Press P after pressing r. You can check the picture in the viewfinder. To stop recording Press p. Note on recording You cannot record a picture that has a copyright control signal for copyright protection of software. COPY INHIBIT appears if you try to record such a picture.
Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder
Your camcorder is supplied with a lithium battery installed. When the battery becomes weak or dead, the I indicator flashes in the viewfinder for about 5 seconds when you set the POWER switch to CAMERA. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 or Duracell DL-2025 lithium battery. Use of any other battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturers instructions. The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts for about 1 year under normal operation. (The lithium battery that comes installed at the factory may not last 1 year.)

Notes on lithium battery

Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children. Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor. Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a good contact. Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers, otherwise a short-circuit may occur. Note that the lithium battery has a positive (+) and a negative () terminals as illustrated. Be sure to install the lithium battery so that terminals on the battery match the terminals on the camcorder.

(--) -

WARNING The battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose of in fire.
Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Changing the lithium battery
When replacing the lithium battery, keep the battery pack or other power source attached. Otherwise, you will need to reset the date, time and other items in the menu system retained by the lithium battery.
(1) Open the lid of the lithium battery compartment. (2) Push the lithium battery down once and pull it out from the holder. (3) Install the lithium battery with the positive (+) side facing out. Close the lid.
Resetting the date and time
You can reset the date and time in the menu system.

(1) (2) (3) (4) (5)

While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. Turn the control dial to select , then press the dial. Turn the control dial to select CLOCK SET, then press the dial. Turn the control dial to adjust the desired year, then press the dial. Set the month, day, hour and minute by turning the control dial and pressing the dial. (6) Press MENU to erase the menu display.

C:21:00

C:: You can service the camcorder yourself. E:: Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony facility.

Five-digit display

C:31: C:32:

E:61: E:62:

Cause and/or Corrective Actions Moisture condensation has occurred. m Remove the cassette and leave the camcorder for at least 1 hour. (p. 61) The video heads are dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLH/V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p. 61) You are using a battery pack that is not an InfoLITHIUM battery pack. m Use an InfoLITHIUM battery pack. (p. 60) A servicable situation not malfunctioned above has occurred. m Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate the camcorder. m Disconnect the power cord of the AC power adaptor or remove the battery pack. After reconnecting the power source, operate the camcorder. A camcorder malfunction which you cannot service has occurred. m Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and inform them of the five digits. (example: E:61:10)
If you are unable to resolve the problem, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

Specifications

Video camera recorder
System Video recording system CCD-TR940: 4 rotary heads (SP/LP independent heads) CCD-TR311/TR413/TR414: 2 rotary heads Helical scanning FM system Audio recording system Rotary heads, FM system Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette 8mm video format cassette CCD-TR311/TR413/TR414: Standard 8 CCD-TR940: Hi8 or standard 8 Recording / Playback time (using 120 min. cassette) SP mode: 2 hours LP mode: 4 hours Fastforward/rewind time (using 120 min. cassette) Approx. 5 min. Image device CCD (Charge Coupled Device) Viewfinder Electronic viewfinder CCD-TR311: Monochrome CCD-TR413/TR414/TR940: Color 113,578 (521 x 218) Lens Combined power zoom lens Filter diameter 37 mm (in.) CCD-TR311: 16 (Optical), 100 (Digital) CCD-TR413/TR414: 16 (Optical), 200 (Digital) CCD-TR940: 18 (Optical), 220 (Digital) Focal distance CCD-TR311/TR413/TR414: 4.1 - 65.6 mm (316 - in.) CCD-TR940: 4.1 - 73.8 mm (316 - 8 in.) When converted to a 35 mm still camera CCD-TR311/TR413: 39.4 - 630 mm (- in.) CCD-TR414: 47.2 - 755 mm (- in.) CCD-TR940: 47.2 - 850 mm (- in.) Color temperature Auto Minimum illumination* CCD-TR311/TR413: 0.4 lux at F 1.4 (Visible minimum low light 0.2 lux in some areas) CCD-TR414: 0.7 lux at F 1.4 CCD-TR940: 0.7 lux at F 1.lux ( in NightShot mode)** Illumination range CCD-TR311/TR413: 0.4 lux to 100,000 lux CCD-TR414/TR940: 0.7 lux to 100,000 lux Recommended illumination More than 100 lux * Minimum illumination expresses the light level a camcorder requires to produce a picture. Visible minimum low light expresses the light level to produce a visible signal. ** Object invisible for the dark can be shot with infrared lighting. Input and output connectors S video input/output (CCD-TR940 only) 4-pin mini DIN Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced Video input (CCD-TR940 only)/ output Phono jack, 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced Audio input (CCD-TR940 only)/ output CCD-TR311/TR413/TR414: Monaural, Phone jack, 327 mV CCD-TR940: Phono jacks (2: stereo L and R) 327 mV, (at output impedance 47 kilohms) impedance less than 2.2 kilohms RFU DC OUT Special minijack, DC 5V Headphone jack (CCD-TR940 only) Stereo minijack ( 3.5 mm) LANC control jack Stereo mini-minijack ( 2.5 mm) MIC jack Minijack, 0.388 mV low impedance with 2.5 to 3.0 V DC, output impedance 6.8 kilohms ( 3.5 mm) CCD-TR311/TR413/TR414: Monaural type CCD-TR940: Stereo type General Power requirements 7.2 V (battery pack) 8.4 V (AC power adaptor) Average power consumption (when using the battery pack) During camera recording CCD-TR311/TR414: 2.5 W CCD-TR413: 2.4 W CCD-TR940: 2.6 W Operating temperature 0C to 40C (32F to 104F) Storage temperature 20C to +60C (4F to +140F) Dimensions (Approx.) CCD-TR311: 107 x 107 x 209 mm (in.) CCD-TR413/TR414/TR940: 107 x 107 x 193 mm (in.) (w/h/d) Mass (Approx.) 790 g (1 lb 11 oz) excluding the battery pack, lithium battery, cassette and shoulder strap 930 g (2 lb) including the battery pack NPF330, lithium battery CR2025, cassette and shoulder strap Microphone CCD-TR311/TR413/TR414: Monaural type CCD-TR940: Stereo type Supplied accessories See page 6.

Power requirements 100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption 23 W Output voltage DC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.5 A in operating mode Operating temperature 0C to 40C (32F to 104F) Storage temperature 20C to +60C (4F to +140F) Dimensions (Approx.) 62 mm (12 in.) (w/h/d) excluding projecting parts Mass (Approx.) 280 g (9.8 oz) excluding power cord Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Identifying the parts

1 EDITSEARCH button (p. 18) 2 Built-in light (CCD-TR413/TR414/ TR940 only) (p. 48) 3 Lens cover 4 POWER switch (p. 12) 5 FOCUS switch (CCD-TR940 only) (p. 38) 6 NEAR/FAR dial (CCD-TR940 only) (p. 38) 7 Power zoom lever (p. 15) 8 Lighting aperture
9 NIGHTSHOT switch (CCD-TR940 only) (p. 32) ! FADER button (CCD-TR940 only) (p. 31) ! Tripod receptacle (p. 17) Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 6.5 mm otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage the camcorder. ! Lithium battery compartment (p. 54)

! ! ! ! ! ! @ ! @ @

! LASER LINK button (CCD-TR414/ TR940 only) (p. 20) ! Remote sensor (CCD-TR413/TR414/ TR940 only) (p. 76) Aim the Remote Commander here for remote control. ! LASER LINK emitter (CCD-TR414/ TR940 only) (p. 20) Nightshot Light emitter (CCD-TR940 only) (p. 32) ! Camera recording/battery lamp (p. 12) ! Microphone
! Video control buttons (p. 21) p STOP (stop) 0 REW (rewind) ( PLAY (playback) ) FF (fastforward) P PAUSE (pause) r REC (recording) (CCD-TR940 only) ! BACK LIGHT button (p. 29) @ COUNTER RESET button (p. 14) @ Display window (p. 78) @ START/STOP MODE switch (p. 16)

Identifying the Parts

@ @ @ @ @
@ Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (CCD-TR413/TR414/TR940 only) (p. 13) @ Viewfinder (p. 13) @ DATE button (p. 46) @ TIME button (p. 46) @ TITLE button (p. 43)
@ PROGRAM AE dial (p. 36) @ Eyecup # PICTURE EFFECT button (p. 40) # EXPOSURE button (CCD-TR940 only) (p. 41) # MENU button (p. 25)

# # # #

CCD-TR311
# START/STOP button (p. 12) # STANDBY switch (p. 12) $ Hook for shoulder strap (p. 77) $ DC IN jack (p. 8, 23) $ Hook for shoulder strap (p. 77)
# Viewfinder lens adjustment ring (CCD-TR311 only) (p. 13) # Battery mounting surface # Control dial (p. 25) # Eyecup RELEASE knob (CCD-TR311 only) (p. 62) # BATT RELEASE lever (p. 7, 10)

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$ EJECT switch (p. 11) $ LANC l control jack l stands for Local Application Control Bus System. The l control jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video equipment and peripherals connected to it. This jack has the same function as the jack indicated as CONTROL L or REMOTE. $ Cassette compartment (p. 11) $ Grip strap (p. 17) $ RFU DC OUT (RFU adaptor DC output) jack (p. 20)
$ 2 (headphones) jack (CCD-TR940 only) (p. 22) $ S VIDEO jack (CCD-TR940 only) (p. 19) % Light switch (CCD-TR413/TR414/ TR940 only) (p. 48) % VIDEO/AUDIO jacks (p. 19) % MIC jack (PLUG IN POWER) Connect an external microphone (not supplied). This jack also accepts a plug-in-power microphone.
Identifying the Parts Remote Commander
CCD-TR413/TR414/TR940 only The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the camcorder function identically.
1 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control the camcorder after turning on the camcorder. 2 Video control buttons (p. 21)
3 DISPLAY button (p. 21) 4 START/STOP button (p. 12) 5 Power zoom button (p. 15)
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. Be sure that there is no obstacle between the remote sensor on the camcorder and the Remote Commander. This camcorder works in commander mode VTR 2. The commander modes (1, 2 and 3) are used to distinguish this camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in commander mode VTR 2, we recommend you change the commander mode or cover the remote sensor of the VCR with black paper.
To prepare the Remote Commander
Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching the + 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. When the batteries become weak or dead, the Remote Commander does not work. To avoid damage from possible battery leakage Remove the batteries when you will not use the Remote Commander for a long time.

MicroBeam Battery Compatibility List The Microbeam 256 should only be used with batteries showing a rating of at least 4500mAh / 32W JVC BN mount compatible to the following digital camcorder models: JVC CU-VH1 JVC CU-VH1US JVC GR-33 JVC GR-4000US JVC GR-D20 JVC GR-D200 JVC GR-D2000 JVC GR-D200U JVC GR-D200US JVC GR-D201 JVC GR-D20E JVC GR-D20EG JVC GR-D21 JVC GR-D21EK JVC GR-D22 JVC GR-D220 JVC GR-D225 JVC GR-D225EK JVC GR-D228 JVC GR-D22US JVC GR-D23 JVC GR-D230 JVC GR-D230EK JVC GR-D230US JVC GR-D231 JVC GR-D238 JVC GR-D30 JVC GR-D30E JVC GR-D30U JVC GR-D30US JVC GR-D31 JVC GR-D31EK JVC GR-D31US JVC GR-D33 JVC GR-D33EK JVC GR-D33US JVC GR-D34 JVC GR-D40 JVC GR-D43 JVC GR-D43EK JVC GR-D47 JVC GR-D50 JVC GR-D50E JVC GR-D50K JVC GR-D51 JVC GR-D53 JVC GR-D54 JVC GR-D60 JVC GR-D60EK JVC GR-D63 JVC GR-D63EK JVC GR-D70 JVC GR-D70E JVC GR-D70EK JVC GR-D70K JVC GR-D70U JVC GR-D70US JVC GR-D72 JVC GR-D72US JVC GR-D73 Panasonic CRG-D" mount compatible to the following digital camcorder models: Panasonic AG-DV1DC Panasonic AG-DVC15 Panasonic AG-DVC30 Panasonic AG-DVC32 Panasonic AG-DVC60 Panasonic AG-DVC62 Panasonic AG-DVC7 Panasonic AG-DVX100 Panasonic AG-DVX1000 Panasonic AG-DVX100A Panasonic AG-DVX100BE Panasonic AG-DVX102A Panasonic AG-DVX102B Panasonic AG-HVX200 Panasonic AJ-PCS060G (Portable Hard Disk Unit) Panasonic DZ-MX5000 Panasonic NV-C1 Panasonic NV-C2 Panasonic NV-C3 Panasonic NV-C5 Panasonic NV-C7 Panasonic NV-D89 Panasonic NV-DA1 Panasonic NV-DA1B Panasonic NV-DA1EG Panasonic NV-DA1EN Panasonic NV-DA1ENA Panasonic NV-DB1 Panasonic NV-DS11 Panasonic NV-DS11EN Panasonic NV-DS11ENA Panasonic NV-DS11ENC Panasonic NV-DS12 Panasonic NV-DS12B Panasonic NV-DS12EG Panasonic NV-DS15 Panasonic NV-DS150 Panasonic NV-DS150B Panasonic NV-DS15A Panasonic NV-DS15B Panasonic NV-DS15EG Panasonic NV-DS15EN Panasonic NV-DS15ENC Panasonic NV-DS200 Panasonic NV-DS25 Panasonic NV-DS25A Panasonic NV-DS25EG Panasonic NV-DS25EN Panasonic NV-DS27 Panasonic NV-DS27B Panasonic NV-DS28 Panasonic NV-DS28A Panasonic NV-DS28B Panasonic NV-DS29 Panasonic NV-DS29EG Panasonic NV-DS3 Panasonic NV-DS30 Panasonic NV-DS30A Panasonic NV-DS30EG
Sony "NP" mount compatible to the following digital camcorder models: Sony DSR-PD150 Sony DSR-PD150P Sony DSR-PD170 Sony DSR-PD170P Sony HDR-FX1E Sony CCD-RV100 Sony CCD-RV200 Sony CCD-SC5 Sony CCD-SC5/E Sony CCD-SC6 Sony CCD-SC65 Sony CCD-SC7 Sony CCD-SC7/E Sony CCD-SC8/E Sony CCD-SC9 Sony CCD-TR1 Sony CCD-TR11 Sony CCD-TR1100E Sony CCD-TR12 Sony CCD-TR18 Sony CCD-TR18E Sony CCD-TR1E Sony CCD-TR2 Sony CCD-TR200 Sony CCD-TR205 Sony CCD-TR215 Sony CCD-TR2200E Sony CCD-TR2300 Sony CCD-TR2300E Sony CCD-TR280PK Sony CCD-TR290PK Sony CCD-TR3 Sony CCD-TR300 Sony CCD-TR3000 Sony CCD-TR3000E Sony CCD-TR3100E Sony CCD-TR311E Sony CCD-TR315 Sony CCD-TR315E Sony CCD-TR317 Sony CCD-TR3200E Sony CCD-TR3300 Sony CCD-TR3300E Sony CCD-TR411E Sony CCD-TR412E Sony CCD-TR413 Sony CCD-TR414 Sony CCD-TR415E Sony CCD-TR416 Sony CCD-TR417 Sony CCD-TR417E Sony CCD-TR425E Sony CCD-TR427 Sony CCD-TR427E Sony CCD-TR500 Sony CCD-TR511E Sony CCD-TR512E Sony CCD-TR515E Sony CCD-TR516 Sony CCD-TR516E
Canon "G" mount compatible to the following digital camcorder models: Canon C2 Canon E1 Canon E2 Canon E30 Canon ES-300V Canon ES-4000 Canon ES-410V Canon ES-420V Canon ES-50 Canon ES-5000 Canon ES-520A Canon ES-55 Canon ES-60 Canon ES-6000 Canon ES-65 Canon ES-6500V Canon ES-7000es Canon ES-7000V Canon ES-75 Canon ES-8000V Canon ES-8100 Canon ES-8100H18 Canon ES-8100V Canon ES-8200V Canon ES-8400V Canon ES-8600 Canon FV1 Canon FV500 Canon G10 Canon G1000 Canon G10Hi Canon G1500 Canon G15Hi Canon G2000 Canon G20Hi Canon G30Hi Canon G35Hi Canon G45Hi Canon GL1 Canon GL2 Canon MV1 Canon MV10 Canon MV10i Canon MV20 Canon MV200 Canon MV200i Canon MV20i Canon Optura Canon Optura Pi Canon UC-V10 Canon UC-V100 Canon UC-V10Hi Canon UC-V20 Canon UC-V200 Canon UC-V20Hi Canon UC-V30 Canon UC-V300 Canon UC-V30Hi Canon UC-X1Hi Canon UC-X2
Sony CCD-TR517 Sony CCD-TR57 Sony CCD-TR610 Sony CCD-TR617 Sony CCD-TR617E Sony CCD-TR618 Sony CCD-TR618E Sony CCD-TR640E Sony CCD-TR67 Sony CCD-TR710 Sony CCD-TR713E Sony CCD-TR716 Sony CCD-TR717 Sony CCD-TR717E Sony CCD-TR718 Sony CCD-TR718E Sony CCD-TR728 Sony CCD-TR728E Sony CCD-TR730E Sony CCD-TR76 Sony CCD-TR760E Sony CCD-TR810E Sony CCD-TR818 Sony CCD-TR840E Sony CCD-TR845E Sony CCD-TR87 Sony CCD-TR910 Sony CCD-TR913E Sony CCD-TR917 Sony CCD-TR918E Sony CCD-TR930 Sony CCD-TR940 Sony CCD-TR950E Sony CCD-TR97 Sony CCD-TRT97 Sony CCD-TRV15 Sony CCD-TRV16 Sony CCD-TRV16E Sony CCD-TRV201 Sony CCD-TRV215 Sony CCD-TRV25 Sony CCD-TRV27E Sony CCD-TRV3000 Sony CCD-TRV315 Sony CCD-TRV35 Sony CCD-TRV36 Sony CCD-TRV37 Sony CCD-TRV37E Sony CCD-TRV4 Sony CCD-TRV41 Sony CCD-TRV43 Sony CCD-TRV45K Sony CCD-TRV46 Sony CCD-TRV46E Sony CCD-TRV47 Sony CCD-TRV47E Sony CCD-TRV48 Sony CCD-TRV48E Sony CCD-TRV49 Sony CCD-TRV51 Sony CCD-TRV517 Sony CCD-TRV54E Sony CCD-TRV56E Sony CCD-TRV57 Sony CCD-TRV57E Sony CCD-TRV58 Sony CCD-TRV59