Sony CCD-FX435 Primary User Manual
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SONY® 3-758-676-23 (1) Video Camera Recorder 8 CCD-FX430/FX435/FX530/FX630 Operation Manual Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 2
Sony Handycame 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. You will soon be producing home video servicing) instructions this manual could - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 3
Using House Current 20 Recording with the Date or Time 21 Recording with the Age 22 Shooting with Backlighting 25 Using the PROGRAM AE Function 26 Fade-in and Fade-out (CCD-FX435/FX530/FX630) 27 Focusing Manually (CCD-FX630 only) 28 Releasing the STEADY SHOT Function (CCD-FX630 only) 30 Changing the - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 4
the POWER switch to CAMERA." Types of differences Model number CCD-FX430 CCD-FX435 CCD-FX530 CCD-FX630 Audio Monaural • • • Stereo • Steady Shot Manual Focus • • Fader • • • Note on TV Color Systems TV color systems differ from country to country. To view your recordings on a TV, you need - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 5
your camcorder.) a5 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 53) RFU-90UC/95UC RFU adaptor (1) (p. 16) E Shoulder strap (1) (p. 51) p AN connecting cable (CCD-FX53O only) (1) (p. 16) After Taking the Camcorder out of the Box Turn the viewfinder barrel in the direction of the arrow [8]. When - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 6
to charge an empty ba tery pack using the AC-V25/V25A/V25B/V25C (Lower temperatures require a longer charging time.) Battery Life CCD-FX430/FX435/FX530 Battery pack Typical recording time' NP-55 (supplied) 35 NP-80 NP-80D 95 NP-77H 85 NP-66H 65 NP-60D 45 NP-55H 40 - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 7
CCD-FX630 Battery pack Typical recording time" Continuous recording time NP-55 (supplied) 30 55 NP-80 NP-80D 85 165 NP-77H 75 145 NP-66H 55 105 NP-60D 40 75 NP-55H 35 65 " Approximate minutes when recording while you repeat recording slide the POWER switch to CAMERA with the battery pack - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 8
Charging and Installing the Battery Pack Installing the Battery Pack (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Align the right side of the battery pack with the white line on the camcorder, and slide the battery pack to the right. 1 2 (?R Removing the Battery Pack (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) While - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 9
Erasure To prevent accidental erasure, slide the tab on the cassette to expose the red mark. If you try to record with the red mark exposed, the and indicators flash in the viewfinder, and you cannot record. To re-record on this tape, slide the tab back out covering the red mark. mo• 9 - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 10
. Make sure that the power source is attached to the camcorder. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, slide it to CAMERA. The lens cover opens. (2) Turn STANDBY up. (3) Turn the viewfinder lens adjustment ring so that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 11
also lights up. POWER I=L4-ri3 FF wwl r • 1:.4Nofs STBY 0:00:00 AUTO DATE Adjusting the Viewfinder Lens / Camera Recording REC 0:00:01 ==. AUTO DATE JUL 4 1994 To Stop Recording Momentarily ral Press START/STOP again. The "STBY" indicator appears in the viewfinder (Standby mode). To Finish - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 12
Camera Recording Note on Standby mode If you leave the camcorder in Standby mode for 5 SP (standard play) mode only. Note on the tape counter The tape counter indicates the recording or playback time. Use it as a guide. There will be a time lag of several seconds from the actual time. To set the - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 13
technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the scene. For more professional-looking recordings, use the zoom function spar ngly. "T' side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) "IN" side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away) gl IA 0 _ rPA Zooming - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 14
support it. • Place your eye firmly against the viewfinder eyecup. • Use the viewfinder frame as a guide to determine the horizontal plane. • You can also record in a low position to get an interesting recording camera, you can also use it with the camcorder (p. 50). When attaching a non-Sony tripod - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 15
in the viewfinder. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, slide it to CAMERA. (2) Turn STANDBY up. (3) Press the - ( IR) side of EDITSEARCH momentarily; the last few seconds of the recorded portion plays back (Rec Review). Keep pressing EDITSEARCH to play back the last - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 16
/VCR selector on the TV to VCR. When connecting the camcorder to VCR, set the input selector on the VCR to LINE. 0 AUDIO VIDEO INPUT VIDEO CCD-FX530 : Signal flow VIDEO AUDIO AUDIO If your TV or VCR is a monaural type, connect only the white plug for audio on both the camcorder and the - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 17
For Monaural Model Connect the camcorder to the TV using the A/V connecting cable (not supplied). Set the TV/VCR selector on the TV to VCR. (0I'4II' t4 31 4:4 0 AUDIO id--_ VIDEO : Signal Row O VIDEO INPUT VIDEO 4 0. • AUDIO AUDIO reciateid act} suopaeuuo, 17 - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 18
While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch. slide it to PLAYER. (2) Insert the recorded tape with the window facing out. (3) Press Playback starts. • • 1 POWER c..) CAMERA OFF „..oirpk PLAYER I • PLAY (c).0 N PLAY ME= slop MEE PAUSE SLOW 11 E] 0GRAY To stop playback, press - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 19
indicators on the TV Press DISPLAY on the Remote Commander. To erase the indicators, press DISPLAY again. To select the playback sound - For stereo model (CCD-FX530 only) Change the "HiFi SOUND" mode setting in the menu system (p. .31). 19 - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 20
the car 12 V or 24 V car battery DC pack DCP-77 Note on power sources Disconnecting the power source or removing the battery pack during recording or playback may damage the inserted tape. If this happens, restore the power supply again immediately. Using House Current To use the supplied AC-V25 - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 21
date and time at the same time. Except for the date, time or age indicator, no indicator in the viewfinder is recorded. The clock is set to the East Coast Standard Time at the factory, but you can reset the clock in the menu system (p. 35). A a 3 DATE +) - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 22
• By presetting your child's birth date in your camcorder, you can record your child's age in years and months on your tape. Once you . (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, slide to CAMERA. (2) Turn STANDBY up. (3) Press TIME (NEXT) and AGE/EVENT simultaneously for - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 23
Erasing the Age Indicator in the Viewfinder Press AGE/EVENT repeatedly until no indicator appears. If You Missed the Correct Number with DATE ( +) Keep pressing DATE (+). The indicator changes as follows: Year: "1900" "190I" Current year L Current year minus 99 4-I Month: "JAN." -0 "FEB." L__ " - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 24
elapsed since the date set, for example, your child's birthday. Except for the age, date or time (p. 21) indicator, no indicator in the viewfinder is recorded. AGE/EVENT 190Y. 1M 2 30Y. 5M 3 3Y. 3M 14. 30V. 5M Note on the age indicator Each time you press AGE/EVENT, the indicator changes - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 25
5h• oting 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 MI indicator appears in the viewfinder. [a] 0 O BACK LIGHT [al Subject is too dark because of backlight. [b] - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 26
use PROGRAM AE, you can get a Portrait effect (the subject is in focus and the background is out of focus), capture high-speed action, or record night views. Selecting the Best Mode Select one of four modes, referring to the following. 74711t ! • J Rio immw%4Ist a Portrait mode • A still subject - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 27
Fade-in and Fade-out - For the models with FADER button (CCD-FX435/FX530/FX630) You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. When fading in, the picture gradually fades in from black or mosaic while the sound increases. When fading out, the picture gradually fades - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 28
the FOCUS switch (CCD-FX630 only) When to Use Manual Focus _. In the following cases you should obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually. [o] 0 Focusing Manually When focusing manually, first focus in telephoto before recording, and then reset the shot length. (1) Set FOCUS to MANUAL. - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 29
When you want to switch to autofocus momentarily while recording in manual focus mode, push FOCUS down to PUSH AUTO. Autofocus functions while FOCUS is held down. When it is released. manual focus mode will be resumed. Aug WA 0 %., CCD-FX630 co To Return to Autofocus Mode Set FOCUS to - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 30
a tripod. Set STEADY SHOT to OFF. STEADY SHOT Jj ON • • OFF 0 CCD•FX630 To Activate the Steady Shot Function again Set STEADY SHOT to ON. Notes on the Steady Shot Function • The Steady Shot function will not correct excessive camera-shake. • When you switch the STEADY SHOT function on or off, the - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 31
> vv • Select ON to turn the beep sound on. • Select OFF to turn the beep sound off. Items for CAMERA Mode only WIND - For stereo model (CCD-FX530 only) • Select ON when recording in a strong wind. The Wm indicator appears in the viewfinder and noise from the wind will be reduced - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 32
AUTO DATE • Select ON to record the date for 10 seconds after recording has started. • Select OFF to not record the date. COMMANDER • Select select OFF. Hifi SOUND - For stereo model (CCD-FX.530 only) • Normally select STEREO. • Select t or 2 to play back a dual - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 33
that has audio/video inputs. Before Editing Conned the camcorder to the VCR using the AN connecting cable (CCD-FX530: supplied, CCD-FX1130/FX435/FX630: not supplied mode. (3) On the VCR, locate the recording start point and set the VCR in the recording pause mode. (4) Press on the camcorder and - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 34
battery becomes weak or dead, the (4, 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. Note on - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 35
Changing the Lithium Battery / Resetting the Date or Time Resetting the Date or Time You can reset the date or time in the menu system. (1) Press MENU to display the menu in the viewfinder. (2) Select CLOCK SET, then press EXECUTE. (3) Press * or i to adjust the year, and then press EXECUTE. (4) - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 36
Fi stereo - For stereo model (CCD"FX530 only) When you play back a tape, the sound will be in monaural if: • You record the tape using this camcorder, then play it back on an AFM Hi-Fi monaural video recorder/player. • You record the tape on an AFM Hi-Fi monaural video recorder, then play it back on - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 37
indicator in the viewfinder changes from slow flashing to rapid flashing while you are recording, slide the POWER switch to OFF on the camcorder and replace the battery pack require a longer charging time. Sony Batteries are Recommended Use of non-Sony batteries may damage your Handycam camcorder. - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 38
a Used Battery Pack • Make sure to use up the battery before recharging. • If recording is completed before the to indicator appears in the viewfinder, you should remove the tape, slide the POWER switch to CAMERA, turn STANDBY up, and leave the camcorder until the battery indicator flashes rapidly - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 39
Tips for Using the Battery Pack / Maintenance Information and Precautions Maintenance Information and Precautions 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. In - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 40
normal recording and clear pictures. clean the video heads often. When the 0 indicator in the viewfinder flashes or playback pictures are "noisy" or hardly visible, the video heads may be dirty -s- [al roI (a1 Slightly dirty DA Very dirty If this happens. clean the video heads with the Sony V8 - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 41
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 Sony dealer before operating it any further. • Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 42
operate the camera and player sections 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 If any difficulty should arise, unplug the unit and contact your nearest Sony - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 43
Using Your Camcorder Abroad Each country has its own electric and TV color systems. Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following points. 3 z Power Sources 3 2 You can use your camcorder in any country with the supplied AC power adaptor within 110 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Use a - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 44
Trouble Check 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 down once and CAMERA mode, the more than recording. Flashing - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 45
ON. function does not activate. to OFF. 30 (CCD-FX630 only) Operation No sound or only a low The wind, set the sound is heard. (CCD-FX530 only) recorded with WIND selector to OFF. set to ON is "noisy". The video heads may be dirty. Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLH cleaning cassette. - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 46
Trouble Check AC Power Adaptor AC power adaptor Symptom The POWER lamp does . If the CHARGE lamp goes out after a while, the problem is with the first battery pack. The problem is with the AC power adaptor. Please contact your nearest Sony dealer. • If you use a battery pack which you have - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 47
CCD-FX430 I CCD-FX435 I CCD-FX530 I CCD-FX630 Notes 7/32 - 2 5/8 inches (5.4 - 64.8 mm) 9/32 - 3 1/8 inches (6.5 - 78 min) when recording (CCD-FX630 only) 1 9/16 - 18 1/2 inches (39 - 468 mm) When converted to a 35 mm still camera 1 7/8 - 22 1/4 inches (47 - 564 mm) when recording (CCD-FX630 - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 48
50/60 Hz Power consumption: See the table below. Output voltage: See the table below. 10 V, 1.1 A in charge mode Application: Sony battery packs NP-S5/55H, NP-60D, NP-66H, NP-77H. NP-80/80D Operating temperature: 32°F to 104 °F (0°C to 40°C) Storage temperature - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 49
El POWER switch (p. 11, 18) El EDITSEARCH button (p. 15) STEADY SHOT switch (CCD-FX630 only) (p. 30) El PROGRAM AE button (p. 26) El BACK UGHT button (p. 25) E DATE (+) and TIME (NEXT) buttons (p. 21) El AGE/EVENT button (p. 22) COUNTER RESET - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 50
Commander here for remote control. g Focus ring (CCD-FX630 only) (p. 28) E 28) FOCUS switch (CCD-FX630 only) 1p. Ei Viewfinder lens adjustment ring (p. 10) E Eyecup E Viewfinder (p. 10) E Camera recording/battery lamp g FADER button (CCD-FX435/FX530/FX630) (p. 27) g Tripod receptacle (p. 14) 50 - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 51
slied eq Suptmuspi gE al AL es e 0 CCD-FX630 24 Lid lock (p. 9) 25 Power zoom button (p. 13) 26 Eject button -in-power" microphone. 31 RFU DC OUT (RFU adaptor DC output) jack (p. 16) g Audio/Video output jacks (p. 16) O Jack cover E LANC 4/ control jack e stands for Local Application Control - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 52
(CCD-FX530 only) (p. 31) E Manual focusing (CCD-FX630 only) (p. 28) E PROGRAM AE indicator (p. 26) E Steady Shot indicator (CCD-FX630 only) (p. 30) E Back Light indicator (p. 25) E FADER indicator (CCD-FX435/FX530/FX630) (p. 27) E Power zoom indicator (p. 13) E Warning indicators (p. 55) E Recording - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 53
Remote Commander The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the camcorder function identically. r 4. E Transmitter El Size AA (R6) battery holder Point toward the remote sensor to control the camcorder after turning on the POWER START/STOP button switch on the camcorder. - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 54
camcorder works at commander mode VTR 2. The commander modes (I, 2 and 3) are used to distinguish this camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR at commander mode VTR 2. we recommend you change the commander mode or cover the remote sensor of - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 55
The tab on the tape is out (red). E Moisture condensation has occurred. (p. 39) El The video heads may be contaminated. (p. 40) E Some other trouble has occurred. Disc3nnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized facility. E The lithium battery is weak or is not installed - Sony CCD-FX435 | Primary User Manual - Page 56
pack BEEP C Camera recording Car battery Charging battery Cleaning video heads Clock set Tape counter .. Tripod mounting Trouble check Twilight mode D, SONY CUSTOMER INFORMATION CENTER 201-368-9272 or write to: Sony Customer Information Center One Sony Drive Park Ridge, New Jersey 07656-8003
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SONY®
3-758-676-23
(1)
Video
Camera
Recorder
8
CCD-FX430/FX435/FX530/FX630
Operation
Manual
Before
operating
the
unit,
please
read
this
manual
thoroughly
and
retain
it
for
future
reference.
Owner's
Record
The
model
and
serial
numbers
are
located
on
the
bottom.
Record
the
serial
number
in
the
space
provided
below.
Refer
to
these
numbers
whenever
you
call
upon
your
Sony
dealer
regarding
this
product.
Model
No.
CCD-Fx
Model
No.
AC
-V
Serial
No.
Serial
No
Video8
Handycam
Photo:
CCD-FX430
©1994
by
Sony
Corporation