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Using the PROGRAM AE function Using the PROGRAM AE function
Turn the PROGRAM AE dial to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode.

PROGRAM AE PROGRAM AE

PROGRA AE PROGRA AE.

To turn off program AE

Set 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.
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Focusing manually

When to use manual focus
In the following cases you should obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually.

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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
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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.
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AUTO MANUAL INFINITY

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.

FAR NEAR

FOCUS AUTO. f . .
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.
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Enjoying picture effect

Selecting picture effect
You can make pictures like those of television with the Picture Effect function.

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PASTEL [a] The contrast of the picture is emphasized, and the picture looks like an animated cartoon. NEG. ART [b] The colour 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.
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Enjoying picture effect Using picture effect function
(1) Press PICTURE EFFECT. (2) Turn the control dial to select the desired picture effect mode.
(1) PICTURE EFFECT. (2) .

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.
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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

[a] ( ) : [b]

(1) Press EXPOSURE. (2) Turn the control dial to adjust the brightness.

(1) EXPOSURE. (2) .

EXPOSURE
To return to automatic exposure mode

Press EXPOSURE again.

EXPOSURE.
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 a video light (not supplied). To get the best colour, 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.

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Making your own titles

You can make up to two titles and store them in the camcorder. We recommend to set the POWER switch to PLAYER or eject the cassette before you begin. Your title can have up to 20 characters. (1) Press TITLE to display the title menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select , then press the dial. (3) Turn the control dial to select the first line (CUSTOM1) or second line (CUSTOM2), then press the dial. (4) Turn the control dial to select the column of the desired character, then press the dial. (5) Turn the control dial to select the desired character, then press the dial. (6) Repeat step 4 and 5 until you finish the title. (7) For finishing the titling work, turn the control dial to select SET, then press the dial.
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TITLE SET CUSTOM1 " " CUSTOM2 " "

TITLE SET

RETURN
TITLE SET SUMMER CAMP IN LAKE
[TITLE] : END [TITLE] : END

TITLE SET S

To edit a title you have stored
In step 3, select CUSTOM1 or CUSTOM2, depending on which title you want to edit, then change the title. Note You can not enter over 20 characters title. If you take 5 minutes or longer to enter characters while a cassette is in the camcorder The power goes off automatically. Characters you have entered remain. Turn STANDBY down once and then up again, then proceed from step 1.
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To delete a title

In step 4, turn the control dial to select [M] then press the dial. The last character is erased. Repeat this step until all characters are deleted. Do not erase the title by selecting empty spaces. If you do so, a title full of empty spaces is stored.
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Re-recording a picture in the middle of a recorded tape

CCD-TR845E only

You can insert a scene in the middle of a recorded tape by setting the starting and ending points. The previous recorded portion will be erased. When the RC time code appears, set COUNTER to NORMAL in the menu system to display the tape counter.
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(1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, keep pressing the + (forward playback) or (reverse playback) side of EDITSEARCH, and release the button where you want to end the insertion [b]. The camcorder enters Standby mode again. (2) Press COUNTER RESET. The counter resets to zero. (3) Keep pressing the side of EDITSEARCH and release the button at the point where you want to start the insertion [a]. (4) Press ZERO MEM on the Remote Commander. The ZERO MEM indicator flashes. (5) Press START/STOP to start recording. The recording stops automatically at the counter zero point.

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COUNTER RESET

STBY 0:00:00

ZERO MEM

STBY 0:01:23

0:01:22

To change the end point
Press ZERO MEM to erase the ZERO MEM indicator, then repeat steps 2 to 5.
ZERO MEM ZERO MEM, 2 5.
Notes on re-recording The picture and the sound may be distorted at the end of the inserted portion when it is played back. If you re-record on the portion which contains non-recorded section, the zero memory function may not work correctly. When the START/STOP MODE switch is set to 5SEC or , you cannot use the zero memory function.
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Recording with the date/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. Press DATE (or TIME), then press TIME (or DATE) to display the date and time together. The clock is already set at the factory, to London time for United Kingdom and to Paris time for the other European countries. You can reset the clock in the menu system.
DATE TIME. , . DATE ( TIME), TIME ( DATE) . . .

1998 17:30:00

17:30:00
To stop recording with the date and/ or time
Press DATE and/or TIME again. The date and/ or time indicator disappears. The recording continues.

DATE / TIME. / . .

Optimizing the recording condition
Use this feature to check the tape condition before recording, so that you can get the best possible picture (ORC). (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select , then press the dial. (3) Turn the control dial to select ORC TO SET, then press the dial. START/STOP KEY flashes. (4) Press START/STOP. The camcorder takes about 5 seconds to check the tape condition and then returns to Standby mode.
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TAPE SET SP REC MODE ORC TO SET REMAIN RETURN
TAPE SET REC MODE ORC TO SET REMAIN
TAPE SET REC MODE ORC TO SET REMAIN RETURN

START/STOP KEY

Each time you insert the cassette
Perform the above procedures. Notes on the ORC function When you set ORC TO SET, the recording on the tape is erased for about 0.1 second so that the camcorder can check the tape condition. Be careful when you use a recorded tape. The 0.1 second blank is erased if you record from the point where you set ORC TO SET for more than 2 seconds, or if you record over the blank. You cannot use this function on a tape with the red mark on the cassette exposed.
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Returning to a preregistered position
Using the Remote Commander, you can easily go back to the desired point on a tape after playback. Use the tape counter. If the RC time code appears, set COUNTER to NORMAL in the menu system to display the tape counter. We recommend you to connect the camcorder to your TV or VCR to view the picture on the TV screen. If the viewfinder indicators do not appear on the TV screen during operation, press DISPLAY on the Remote Commander. (1) During playback, press COUNTER RESET at the point you later want to locate. The counter shows 0:00:00. (2) Press p when you want to stop playback. (3) Press ZERO MEM on the Remote Commander. The ZERO MEM indicator flashes. (4) Press 0 to rewind or press ) to fastforward the tape to the counters zero point. The tape stops automatically when the counter reaches approximately zero.
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0:00:00

0:12:34
Returning to a pre-registered position
Notes on the tape counter Something must be recorded on the tape in order for the tape counter to function. Tape counter does not work on a blank tape. There may be a discrepancy of several seconds from the actual time. Notes on ZERO MEM When you press ZERO MEM, the counters zero point is memorized. Press ZERO MEM again before rewinding to cancel the memory. This function is cancelled automatically once the tape is rewound or advanced to the point you pre-registered. ZERO MEM does not function during recording or playing back.
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Locating the marking position
You can locate the beginning of a desired programme easily by marking an index signal during recording or playback and searching for it later. We recommend you to connect the camcorder to your TV or VCR to view the picture on the TV screen. If the viewfinder indicators do not appear on the TV screen during operation, press DISPLAY on the Remote Commander.
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Marking an index signal

You can mark an index signal during recording or playback.

SETUP MENU CLOCK SET AUTO DATE 1997 LTR SIZE DEMO MODE RETURN 1 1
[MENU] : END [MENU] : END
1 SETUP MENU SETUP MENU SETUP MENU SETUP MENU CLOCK SET CLOCK SET CLOCK SET CLOCK SET AUTO DATE AUTO DATE AUTO DATE AUTO DATE 7 AUTO TV ON 7 AUTO TV ON 7 AUTO TV ON 7 AUTO TV ON 1998 TV IN SEL TV IN SEL TV IN SEL TV IN SEL MENU DISP MENU DISP MENU DISP MENU DISP LANGUAGE LANGUAGE LANGUAGE LANGUAGE TV SYSTEM TV SYSTEM TV SYSTEM TV SYSTEM DEMO MODE DEMO MODE DEMO MODE DEMO MODE RETURN RETURN RETURN RETURN [MENU] : END [MENU] : END [MENU] : END [MENU] : END 1 4
To correct the date and time setting
Repeat the above procedure.
To check the preset date and time
Press DATE to display the date indicator. Press TIME to display the time indicator. When you press the same button again, the indicator goes off. The year changes as follows:
DATE . TIME . , . :

N n 2029

Note on the time indicator The internal clock of this camcorder operates on a 24-hour cycle.

24-.

Simple setting of clock by time difference
You can easily set the clock for a local time by a time difference in the menu system. (1) While the camcorder is the standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select , then press the dial. (3) Turn the control dial to select WORLD TIME, then press the dial. (4) Turn the control dial to set a time difference, and press the dial. The hour of clock changes in relation to a time difference which you set. (5) Press MENU to erase the menu display.
. (1) MENU . (2) , . (3) WORLD TIME, . (4) , . , . (5) MENU .
OTHERS WORLD TIME BEEP COMMANDER REC LAMP INDICATOR OTHERS WORLD TIME BEEP COMMANDER REC LAMP INDICATOR RETURN 0 HR
OTHERS WORLD TIME : 30 : 00 BEEP COMMANDER REC LAMP 0 HR INDICATOR RETURN
OTHERS WORLD TIME BEEP COMMANDER REC LAMP INDICATOR RETURN : 30 : HRS OTHERS WORLD TIME BEEP COMMANDER REC LAMP INDICATOR RETURN 8 HRS [MENU] : END
Note on WORLD TIME If the time is not set, WORLD TIME does not work.
WORLD TIME , WORLD TIME .
Usable cassettes and playback modes

Selecting cassette types

CCD-TR840E/TR845E only This Hi8 system is an extension of the standard 8 mm system, and was developed to realize higher picture quality. You can use either Hi8 or standard 8 mm video cassette for this camera. When you use a Hi8 video cassette, the recording is made in the Hi8 system. When you use a standard 8 mm video cassette, the recording is made in the standard 8 mm system. Standard 8 mm video cassette is incapable of recording in the Hi8 system. If you intend to use a standard 8 mm video recorder/player to play back a video tape, you are required to use a standard 8 mm video cassette for recording.
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What is Video 8

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Maintenance information and precautions Video head cleaning
To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. When the v indicator and CLEANING CASSETTE message appear one after another or playback pictures are noisy or hardly visible, the video heads may be dirty.
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[a] Slightly dirty [b] Very dirty If this happens, clean the video heads with the Sony V8-25CLH/V8-25CLD 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.) [a] [b]
Do not use a commercially available wet-type cleaning cassette. It may damage the video heads. Note If the Sony V8-25CLH/V8-25CLD cleaning cassette is not available in your area, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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Maintenance information and precautions Removing dust from inside the viewfinder
(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. (2) Clean the surface with a commercially available blower.
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To reattach the eyecup

(1) Align the groove on the eyecup with the mark on the barrel. (2) Turn the eyecup in the direction of the arrow. Then replace the screw.

(1) . (2) . .

Caution Do not remove any other screws. You may remove only the screw to remove the eyecup.

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Maintenance information and precautions Precautions

Camcorder operation

Operate the camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC power adaptor). For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in this manual. Should any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug the camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens. Keep the POWER switch setting to OFF when not using the camcorder. Do not wrap up the camcorder and operate it since heat may build up internally. Keep the camcorder away from strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration.
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On handling tapes

Do not insert anything in the small holes on the rear of the cassette. These holes are used to sense the type of tape, thickness of tape and if the recording tab is in or out.

Camcorder care

When the camcorder is not to be used for a long time, remove the tape. Periodically turn on the power, operate the camera and player sections and play back a tape for about 3 minutes. Clean the lens with a soft brush to remove dust. If there are fingerprints on it, remove them with a soft cloth. Clean the camcorder body with a dry soft cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent which may damage the finish.

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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.

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AC power adaptor
Unplug the unit from the mains when not in use for a long time. To disconnect the mains lead, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the mains lead itself. Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged. Do not bend the mains lead forcibly, or put a heavy object on it. This will damage the cord and may cause a fire or electrical shock. Be sure that nothing metallic comes into contact with the metal parts of the connecting plate. If this happens, a short may occur and the unit may be damaged. Always keep the metal contacts clean. Do not disassemble the unit. 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. This is normal. Do not place the unit in locations that are: - Extremely hot or cold - Dusty or dirty - Very humid - Vibrating
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Notes on dry batteries

To avoid possible damage from battery leakage or corrosion, observe the following. Be sure to insert the batteries in the correct direction. Dry batteries are not rechargeable. Do not use a combination of new and old batteries. Do not use different types of batteries. The batteries slowly discharge while not in use. Do not use a battery that is leaking. If battery leakage occurred Wipe off the liquid in the battery case carefully before replacing the batteries. If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water. If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a doctor. If any difficulty should arise, unplug the unit and contact your nearest Sony dealer.

Recording stops in a few seconds. disappears.

(to be continued)

Picture
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. A vertical band appears when shooting a very bright subject. The playback picture is not clear. The picture is noisy.
Cause and/or Corrective Actions The viewfinder lens is not adjusted. m Adjust the viewfinder lens. (p. 15) The contrast between the subject and background is too high. The camcorder is not malfunctioning. m Change locations. The camcorder is not malfunctioning. EDIT is set to ON in the menu system. m Set it to OFF. (p. 34) The video heads may be dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLH/V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p. 86) If 10 minutes elapse after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA without inserting a cassette, the camcorder automatically starts the demonstration or DEMO is set ON in the menu system. m Insert the cassette and the demonstration stops. You can deactivate the demonstration. (p. 34) The self-diagnosis function is activated. m Check the code and solve the problem. (p. 98)
An unknown picture is displayed in the viewfinder.
The five digit code appears.

Others

The supplied Remote Commander does not work. (CCD-TR412E/ TR511E/TR640E/TR840E/TR845E only)
The beep sounds for 5 seconds.
Picture is recorded in incorrect/ unnatural colour. (CCD-TR511E/ TR640E/TR840E/TR845E only) There is dust in the viewfinder.
Cause and/or Corrective Actions COMMANDER is set to OFF in the menu system. m Set it to ON. (p. 34) Something is blocking the infrared rays. m Remove the obstacle. The batteries are not inserted with the correct polarity. m Insert the batteries with the correct polarity. (p. 109) The batteries are dead. m Insert new ones. (p. 109) Moisture condensation has occurred. m Remove the cassette and leave the camcorder for at least 1 hour. (p. 85) Some troubles occure in your camcorder. m Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate the camcorder. NIGHTSHOT is set to ON. m Set it to OFF. (p. 44) Detach the eyecup and clean the viewfinder lens. (p. 87)
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START/STOP.

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Specifications

Video camera recorder

System Video recording system 2 rotary heads Helical scanning FM system Audio recording system Rotary heads, FM system Video signal PAL colour, CCIR standards Usable cassette 8mm video format cassette CCD-TR411E/TR412E/TR511E/ TR640E: Standard 8 CCD-TR840E/TR845E: Hi8 or standard 8 Recording / Playback time (using 90 min. cassette) SP mode: 1 hour and 30 minutes LP mode: 3 hours Fastforward/rewind time (using 90 min. cassette) Approx. 5 min. Image device CCD (Charge Coupled Device) Viewfinder Electronic viewfinder Monochrome Lens Combined power zoom lens Filter diameter 37 mm (in.) CCD-TR411E: 16 (Optical), 32 1) (Digital) CCD-TR412E: 16 (Optical), 64 2) (Digital) CCD-TR511E/TR640E/TR840E: 18 (Optical), 72 3) (Digital) CCD-TR845E: 18 (Optical), 72 (Digital) 1) 160 x in some areas 2) 200 x in some areas 3) 220 x in some areas Focal distance CCD-TR411E/TR412E: 4.1 - 65.6 mm (316 - in.) CCD-TR511E/TR640E/TR840E/ TR845E: 4.1 - 73.8 mm (316 - 8 in.) When converted to a 35 mm still camera CCD-TR411E/TR412E: 39.4 - 630 mm (- in.) CCD-TR511E: 39.4 - 709 mm (- 28 in.) CCD-TR640E/TR840E/TR845E: 47.2 - 850 mm (- in.) Colour temperature Auto Minimum illumination* CCD-TR411E/TR412E: 0.4 lux at F 1.4 (Visible minimum low light 0.2 lux) CCD-TR511E: 0.4 lux at F 1.4 CCD-TR640E/TR840E/TR845E: 0.7 lux at F 1.lux ( in NIGHTSHOT mode)** Illumination range CCD-TR411E/TR412E/TR511E: 0.4 lux to 100,000 lux CCD-TR640E/TR840E/TR845E: 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 output (CCD-TR840E/ TR845E only) 4-pin mini DIN Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced Chrominance signal: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced Video output Phono jack, 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced Audio output CCD-TR411E/TR412E/TR511E/ TR640E: Monaural, Phone jack, 327 mV CCD-TR840E/TR845E: 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-TR840E/ TR845E 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-TR411E/TR412E/TR511E/ TR640E: Monaural type CCD-TR840E/TR845E: Stereo type Intelligent accessory shoe (CCDTR840E/TR845E only) 8-pin connector
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-TR411E/TR412E/TR511E: 2.5 W CCD-TR640E: 2.6 W CCD-TR840E/TR845E: 2.7 W Operating temperature 0C to 40C (32F to 104F) Storage temperature 20C to +60C (4F to +140F) Dimensions (Approx.) 107 x 107 x 209 mm (in.) (w/h/d) Mass (Approx.) CCD-TR411E/TR412E: 790 g (1 lb 11 oz) CCD-TR511E/TR640E/TR840E/ TR845E: 800 g (1 lb 12 oz) excluding the battery pack, lithium battery, cassette and shoulder strap CCD-TR411E/TR412E: 930 g (2 lb) CCD-TR511E/TR640E/TR840E/ TR845E: 940 g (2 lb 1 oz) including the battery pack NP-F330, lithium battery CR2025, cassette and shoulder strap Microphone CCD-TR411E/TR412E/TR511E/ TR640E: Monaural type CCD-TR840E/TR845E: Stereo type Supplied accessories See page 7.

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Identifying the Parts

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@ Viewfinder lens adjustment ring (p. 15) @ Viewfinder (p. 15) @ Battery mounting surface @ EXPOSURE button (CCD-TR511E/TR640E/ TR840E/TR845E only) (p. 53) @ PICTURE EFFECT button (p. 52) @ MENU button (p. 34) # Control dial (p. 34) # Eyecup # Eyecup RELEASE knob (p. 87) # BATT RELEASE lever (p. 12) # START/STOP button (p. 14) # STANDBY switch (p. 14) # Hook for shoulder strap (p. 110) # DC IN jack (p. 9, 32) # Hook for shoulder strap (p. 110) @ (. 15) @ (. 15) @ @ EXPOSURE ( CCDTR511E/TR640E/TR840E/TR845E) (. 53) @ PICTURE EFFECT (. 52) @ MENU (. 34) # (. 34) # # RELEASE (. 87) # BATT RELEASE (. 12) # START/STOP (. 14) # STANDBY (. 14) # (. 110) # DC IN (. 9, 32) # (. 110)

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# EJECT switch (p. 13) $ 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. 13) $ Grip strap (p. 20) $ RFU DC OUT (RFU adaptor DC output) jack (p. 25) $ 2 (headphones) jack (CCD-TR840E/ TR845E only) (p. 27) $ S VIDEO OUT jack (CCD-TR840E/TR845E only) (p. 25) $ VIDEO/AUDIO OUT jacks (p. 24) $ MIC jack (PLUG IN POWER) Connect an external microphone (not supplied). This jack also accepts a plug-inpower microphone. $ NightShot Light emitter (CCD-TR511E/ TR640E/TR840E/TR845E only) (p. 44)
# EJECT (. 13) $ LANC l l . l , . , , CONTROL L REMOTE. $ (. 13) $ (. 20) $ RFU DC OUT (. -) (. 25) $ 2 ( ) ( CCD-TR840E/TR845E) (. 27) $ S VIDEO OUT ( CCDTR840E/TR845E) (. 25) $ VIDEO/AUDIO OUT (. 24) $ e MIC (PLUG IN POWER) ( ). . $ ( CCDTR511E/TR640E/TR840E/TR845E) (. 44)

Identifying the Parts Remote Commander
CCD-TR412E/TR511E/TR640E/TR840E/TR845E only The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the camcorder function identically.
TR412E/TR511E/TR640E/TR840E/ TR845E , , . RMT-708

RMT-717

1 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control the camcorder after turning on the camcorder. 2 ZERO MEM button (p. 59, 65) 3 DATA CODE button (p. 30) 4 COUNTER RESET button (p. 16) 5 TIME CODE WRITE button (p. 71) 6 INDEX buttons INDEX MARK button (p. 66) INDEX ERASE button (p. 70) 7 DATE SEARCH button (p. 64) INDEX SEARCH button (p. 69) 8 START/STOP button (p. 14) 9 Power zoom button (p. 17) 0 Video control buttons (p. 26) ! DISPLAY button (p. 27)

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1 . 2 ZERO MEM (. 59, 65) 3 DATA CODE (. 30) 4 COUNTER RESET (. 16) 5 TIME COD WRITE (. 71) 6 INDEX INDEX MARK (. 66) INDEX ERASE (. 70) 7 DATE SEARCH (. 64) INDEX SEARCH (. 69) 8 START/STOP (. 14) 9 (. 17) 0 (. 26) ! DISPLAY (. 27)
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.
, , . . , . VTR2. (1, 2 3) Sony . Sony, VTR2, .
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.
R6 ( ) + . RMT-717 RMT-708
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.
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Identifying the parts Attaching the shoulder strap