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Sony Video8 Handycam CCD-FX240 User Manual

Sony Video8 Handycam CCD-FX240
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Sony Video8 Handycam CCD-FX240 Specifications

General IconGeneral
FormatVideo8
Image SensorCCD
Camcorder TypeAnalog
LCD Screen Size2.5 inches
FocusAuto / Manual
MicrophoneBuilt-in

Summary

Safety Warnings

General Warnings

Important cautions regarding fire, shock hazard, and electrical safety.

Getting Started

Charging and Installing the Battery Pack

Instructions for charging and installing the camcorder's battery pack.

Battery Pack Operations

Cassette Handling

Inserting a Cassette

Step-by-step guide to load a video cassette into the camcorder.

Viewfinder Adjustment

Adjusting the Viewfinder Lens

How to focus the viewfinder for clear image viewing.

Basic Operations

Camera Recording

Step-by-step guide to start and stop recording video.

Using the Zoom Feature

Playback Operations

Checking the Recorded Picture

How to review recorded scenes using EDITSEARCH.

Connections for Playback

Connecting to TV/VCR (Stereo)

How to connect the camcorder for playback on a stereo TV or VCR.

Connecting to TV/VCR (Monaural)

How to connect the camcorder for playback on a monaural TV or VCR.

Playing Back a Tape

Basic Playback Controls

How to start playback and use basic tape transport controls.

Advanced Operations

Using Alternative Power Sources

Options for powering the camcorder indoors, outdoors, and in a car.

Using House Current

Instructions for connecting and using the AC power adaptor.

Date and Time Recording

Recording with Date or Time

How to record the date or time on the video footage.

Birth Date Recording

Storing a Birth Date in Your Camcorder

Setting up to record a child's age based on their birth date.

Recording with Age

Selecting and Recording Age

How to select and record the elapsed age of a child.

Shooting with Backlighting

Using the Back Light Function

How to compensate for bright backgrounds or light sources.

Using the PROGRAM AE Function

Selecting Best Shooting Modes

Choosing the optimal AE mode for different shooting scenarios.

Fade-in and Fade-out

Performing Fade Effects

How to create gradual transitions for video recordings.

STEADY SHOT Function

Releasing the Steady Shot Feature

How to disable the steady shot function to prevent shake compensation.

Focusing Manually

Editing onto Another Tape

Resetting Date and Time

Tips for Using the Battery Pack

Maintenance and Precautions

Video Head Cleaning

General Precautions

Trouble Check

Power and Operation Issues

Troubleshooting guide for power-related problems and operational failures.

Troubleshooting Guide

Picture and Operation Problems

Solutions for issues related to picture quality, sound, and camcorder operation.

AC Power Adaptor Issues

Operation Indicators

Remote Commander

Indicators in the Viewfinder

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