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Sony Video8 Handycam CCD-F402 User Manual

Sony Video8 Handycam CCD-F402
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Sony Video8 Handycam CCD-F402 Specifications

General IconGeneral
FormatVideo8
Image SensorCCD
ModelCCD-F402
BrandSony
Camcorder TypeAnalog
LensFixed
FocusAuto / Manual
ViewfinderElectronic
MicrophoneBuilt-in
Zoom6x Optical
LCD ScreenNo LCD Screen

Summary

Safety and General Information

WARNING Symbols

Explains safety symbols indicating electrical hazards and important instructions.

Getting Started

Charging and Installing the Battery Pack

Charging the Battery Pack

Step-by-step instructions for charging the rechargeable battery pack before first use.

Installing the Battery Pack

Guide on how to properly attach and secure the battery pack to the camcorder.

Installing the Lithium Battery

Setting the Date and Time

Inserting a Tape

How to Record

Automatic Recording

Guides on setting the camcorder for fully automatic recording using AUTO LOCK.

How to Play Back a Tape

Using the Remote Commander

Remote Commander Buttons

Introduces the functions of various buttons on the wireless remote control.

Battery Pack Management

Maximizing Battery Life

Tips to extend the operational time of the rechargeable battery pack.

Advanced Camera Recording Features

Checking Last Recorded Scene (EDITSEARCH)

How to review the last recorded segment without stopping the recording process.

Re-recording Scenes (EDITSEARCH)

How to overwrite previously recorded scenes using the EDITSEARCH function for seamless editing.

Inserting Scenes into Tape

Procedure for inserting new footage into the middle of a recorded tape using EDITSEARCH.

Preventing Accidental Erasure

Method to protect recorded tapes from accidental erasure by sliding the cassette tab.

Making Manual Adjustments

Understanding Program AE

Explanation of the Program AE function and its creative control over depth of field.

Manual Focusing Steps

Step-by-step guide on how to manually focus the camcorder lens.

How to Adjust White Balance

Detailed procedure for manually adjusting the white balance settings.

AUTO LOCK Switch Function

Details the function of the AUTO LOCK switch for automatic or manual control settings.

Manual Focusing

Introduces situations where manual focus adjustment is beneficial for better results.

Adjusting the White Balance

Understanding White Balance

Explains the purpose of white balance adjustment for natural color reproduction.

Compensating Backlighting

Playing Back

Playing Back Tape in Various Speeds

How to play back tapes at different speeds, including slow motion and fast forward.

Recording

Editing

Editing Tapes with a VCR

Guide on connecting the camcorder to a VCR for editing recorded footage.

Replacing Recordings on a Tape (Insert Editing)

How to insert new footage into an existing tape by overwriting specific sections.

How to Edit

Step-by-step instructions for performing basic video editing using a VCR.

Maintenance Information

Moisture Condensation

Explains how to handle moisture condensation inside the camcorder to prevent damage.

Video Head Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the camcorder's video heads to ensure clear picture quality.

Tips for Better Camera Recording

Identifying the Parts

Part Identification (Diagram)

Visual identification of camcorder parts through diagrams.

Part Identification (List)

A detailed list identifying each component of the camcorder.

Indications inside the Viewfinder and the Display Window

Viewfinder and Display Indications

Explains the meaning of various icons and indicators shown in the viewfinder and display.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Table

A guide to diagnosing and resolving common operational problems based on symptoms.

Troubleshooting Table (Continued)

Continuation of the troubleshooting guide, addressing further issues and causes.

Specifications

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