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3-8 ooo7..i
Video Camera
Recorder
Operating
Instructions
Before operating
the unit, please
and retain
it for future
reference.
Owner's
read
this manual
thoroughly,
record
The model and serial numbers
are located on the bottom.
number in the space provided below.
call upon your Sony dealer regarding
Record the serial
Refer to these numbers
this product.
Model No. CCD-
Miidel No. AC-
Serial No.
Serial No.
whenever
HanducamVi_D®_To
CCD-TRV12
Video8
CCD- TRV12/TR V22/TR V33
CCD-TRV1121TRV212 []
© 1996 by Sony
Gorporation
you
Welcome
Congratulations
on your purchase
Handycam
Vision,
you can capture
!
of this Sony Handycam
life's precious
moments
qualily.
Your Handycam
Vision is loaded
with advanced
very easy to use. You will soon be producing
home video
Vision TM camcorder.
With your
with superior
picture
and sound
features,
that you
but at the same time it is
can enjoy for years to come.
For the Sony ,Service Center nearest you cal!
1-800-222-SONY
(United States only).
For the Factory Service Center nearest you call
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
416-499-SONY
Caution:
(Canada
only).
Do not handle damaged
cadmium
batteries.
or leaking
nickel-
WARNING
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous
voltage" within the
product's
enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude
to constitute
a risk ot electric shock to persons
This
user
symbol
is intended
to alert
to the presence
of important
operating
(servicing)
and maintenance
instructions
in the
literature
accompanying
the
This equipment
has been tested and found to comply
with the limits lot a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 ot the FUC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable
protection against harmful
interference
in a residential
installation.
This
equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate _adio
frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance
with the instructions,
may cause harmful
interference
to radio communications.
However,
there is no guarantee
that interference
will not _K4ur
in a particular
installation.
If this equipment
does
cause harmful interference
to radio or television
reception, which can be determined
by turning tbe
equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged
to try
to correct the interference
by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antPnlla.
--
Increase the separation
and receiver
--
Connect the equipment
into all outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
--
Consult the dealer or an experienced
technician for help.
the
appliance..
RECYCLING
BATTERIES
NICKEL-CADMIUM
"
MUST BE DISPOSED
NICKEL-CADMIUM
PROPERLY.
Note:
In some
batteries
areas
be prohibited.
2
the dispcasal
in household
of nickel-cadminm
or business
radio/TV
OF
Nickel-Cadmium
batteries are
recyclabie. You can help preserve
our environment
by returning your
unwanted
batteries to your nearest
Sony Service Center or Factory
Servk'e Center h_r et_lleetion,
recycling or proper disposal.
Ni-Cd
the equipment
You are cautioned
that any changes or modifications
not expressly approved
in this mantml could w_id
your authority
to operate this equipment.
BATTERY.
_
between
trash
may
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, IX3 NOIUSE THIS I-K)LARIZED AC PLUG WITH AN
EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE
OR
OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT
BLADE EXPOSURE.
Before
Additional
you begin
Using
this manual
Checking
...................................
supplIied
Getting
accessories
4
............ 5
started
6
Inserting
..................................
8
....................................
9
Basic operations
Camera
Shooting
Checking
back a tape
Searching
Using
Shooting
picture
13
........... 15
...............................
sources
monitor
16
... 18
.......
the shot.
19
21
with the date or time ......... 22
with backlighting
the PROGRAM
Selecting
..... 12
.....................
power
the subject
Recording
11
operations
alternative
Letting
.................
for the end of the picture
Advanced
.................
AE function
the START/STOP
Superimposing
Using
shooting
the recorded
Playing
Using
feature
with the LCD screen
for better
mode
SHOT
..... 25
26
function
iTRV33/TRV212
23
,,., 24
a title ............................
the STEADY
(CCD-TRV22
.., 27
only)
Using the CINEMA mode function
(CCD-TRV33
only) ..........................
27
Changing
the mode
...............
28
Watching
on a TV screen
.._..................
29
tape ....................
30
Editing
31
Resetting
the date and time .................
33
Playback
modes
34
onto another
settings
.....................................
precautions
pack ........... 34
and
......................................
38
Using your camcorder
abroad ............ 42
Trouble check ........................................
_43
Specifications
recording
UMng the zoom
Hints
Changing
the lithium battery in the
camcorder
........................................
Tips for using the battery
Maintenance
information
Charging
and installing
the ba_tPry
pack .....................................................
a cassette
information
Identifyii_g
.........................................
the parts
..............................
46
47
Warning
indicators
................................
55
Index .......................................
back cover
The instructions in this manual are fnr the five mt_clels 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-TRVI2 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, forexample, "CCD-TRV33 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.
As indicated with t in the illustrations, you can hear the beep sound to confirm your
operation.
Types of differences
Model
Zoom
Viewfinder
B/W
CCD l'RV12/FRV112
26X (Digita!)
CCD-TRV22/TRV212
26X (Digital)
Mode
52X (Digital}
CCD-TRV33
TV color systems
differ from count D" to country.
To view your recordings
Television
CINEMA
Steady Shot
{X}
Color
programs,
on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based
films, video tapes, and other materials
Unauthorized
recording
copyright laws.
of such materials
may be contrary
TV.
may be copyrighted.
to the provision
of the
• The I_CD screen andlor 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 on the 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 tile camcorder get wet may cause the unit to malfunction,
and sometimes this
malfunction
cannot be repaired. [a]
• Never leave the camcorder
parked in the sun or under
[a]
4
under temperatures
direct sunlight. [b]
above
[b]
140° F (60 °C), such as in a car
Check
that
the following
accessories
[]
are supplied
with
your
camcorder.
[]
[]
0
0"
[]
[]
[]
Eli Wireless
Remote
Commander
(1) (p. 17,
[]
Size AA (R6) battery for Remote
Commander (2) (p, 52)
sl)
[]
NP-33 Battery Pack (1) (p. 6)
[]
Shoulder
[]
CR2025 Lithium
Battery (1) (p. 31)
[]
Already
in the camcorder.
AC-V16/V16A
(p. 6, 19)
[]
Battery case (1) (p. 20)
[]
installed
A/V connecting
cable (1) (p, 29)
CCD-TRV12
strap (1) (p. 49)
AC power
iTRV22/TRV33
Contents of the recording cannot be compensated
if recording
due to a n_alfunciion of the camcorder, video tape, etc.
or playback
adaptor
(1)
only
is not made
5
Before using your camcorder,
you first need to charge and install the battery
charge the battery pack, use the supplied AC power adaptor.
Charge
the batter]," pack on a flat place without
(1) Connect
the AC power
adaptor
pack. To
vibration.
to the wall outlet.
(2} Align the right side of the battery pack with the line on the AC power
then slide the battery pack in the direction
of the arrow.
(3) Set the selector
begins.
to CHARGE.
When charging is completed,
wall outlet, and then remove
1
Battery
lamp (orange)
lights
up. Charging
the CHARGE lamp goes out. Unplug the unit from the
the battery pack and install it on the camcorder.
2
Charging
The CHARGE
3
.jw
Time
pack
NP-33(su)plied)lNP_0D]
Charging time*(min)
_
215
190
NP_78
I NP-68
) NP-C65
170
125
105
*Approximate
minutes to charge an empty battery pack using the supplied
adaptor. (Lower temperatures
require a longer charging time.)
Battery
adaptor,
I NP-60D
90
AC power
life
CCD-TRV12/TRV112
Battery
pack
NP-33(suppliedJ
_P-98/98D
NP-g0/BOD
NP-78
NP-68
NP-C65 NP-60D
225 (120)
195 (t05)
180 (100)
140 (75)
115 (60) 100 (55)
155 (85) 130 (70)
While
LCD open 21
65 (30)
recording"
LCD dose
85 (40)
300 (160)
255 (140)
230 (125)
175 (95)
65
225
195
180
140
While playing
LCD_I
back on
115
100
CCD-TRV22_RV33_RV212
Battery
pack
NP-33(supplied)
NP-98/98D! NP-80/80D
NP-78
NP_68/66H NP-C65 NP_60D
While
LCD open 21
65(30)
220(110)
190(100)
175(95)
135 (70)
100 (50)
recording'_
LCD close
85(40)
300(170)
250 (135)
220(120)
170 (95)
150 (80) 125 (70)
While
LCD_
playing
back on
65
220
190
100
]35
95 (50)
100
95
'_ Approximate
continuous
recording time indoors is indicated outside of parentheses.
Approximate
minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/stop,
zooming and turning the power on/off are indicated in parentheses.
The actual
battery life may be shorter.
2_ Approximate
minutes when using the LCD screen. When using both the viewfinder
and LCD screen, the battery life is shorter.
3_ Approximate
continuous
playback
time indoors.
If the LCD BACK LIGHT switch is set to BRIGHT while the LCD screen
battery life is approximately
10% shorter.
is open, the
To remove the battery
pack
Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow.
Notes on charging the battery pack
• The POWER lamp will remain lit for a while even if the battery pack is removed and
the power cord is unplugged
after charging the batter), pack. This is normal.
• If the POWER lamp does not light, set the selector to VTR (DC OUT) and disconnect
the power cord. After about one minute, reconnect the power cord and set the selector
to CtIARGE again..
• You cannot operate
battery pack.
(1) Insert
the camcorder
the top of the battery
(2) Push the battery
twice.
using the AC power adaptor
while charging
pack into the top of the batter),, mounting
pack so that it attaches
firmly.
Make
sure
the
surface.
that you hear clicks
m
63
¢D
m
O.
To remove the battery pack
Slide BATT, and then pull the lower part of the bakery pack.
Make sure that a power
source is installed.
(1) While pressing
the small blue button, slide EJECT in the direction
The cassette compartment
automatically
opens.
(2) Insert
a cassette
(not supplied)
with the window
(3) Press the PUSH mark on the cassette
compartment
automatically
closes.
compartment
facing
of the arrow.
out.
to close it. The cassette
1
To eject the cassette
While pressing the small blue button, slide EJECT in the direction of the arrow.
To prevent accidental erasure
Slide the tab on the cassette
mark.
to expose
the red
If you insert the cassette with the red mark
exposed and closed'he cassette compartment,
the beeps sound for a while. If you t."y 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.
Make
sure
thatapower
source
andacassette
isinserted
andthattheSTART/STOP
MODE
switch
inside
theLCDpanel
issetto u.
When
youusethecamcorder
forthefirsttime,
power
onitandreset
thedate
andtime
toyourtime(p.33)before
youstartrecording.
Thedateisautomatically
recorded
for10
seconds
afteryoustartrecording
(AUTO DATE feature). This feature works only once a
day.
Before you record one-time events, you may want to make a trial recording
sure that you are using the camcorder correctly.
(1) While pressing
CAMERA.
(2) Turn
the small green
STANDBY
button
on the POWER
switch,
to make
set it to
_a
o
up. The "STBY"
indicator
(3) Press START/STOP.
The camcorder
changes to the "REC" indicator.
appears
starts
recording
in the viewfinder.
and the "STBY"
indicator
B"
You can also select Recording mode, SP (standard play) mode or LP (long play) mode.
Set REC MODE (p. 28) according to the length of your planned recording before you
start.
To stop recording
momentarily
[a]
Press START/STOP again. The "REC" indicator in the viewfinder changes to the
"STBY" indicator (Standby mode).
To finish
recording
[b]
Press START/STOP.
Turn STANDBY
Then, eject the cassette
and remove
down, and set the POWER switch to OFF.
the battery
pack.
[a]
9
Note on standby mode
If you leave the camcorder for 5 minutes or more with a cassette inserted in Standby
mode, the camcorder goes off automatically.
This prevents wearing down the battery
and wearing out the tape. To resume Standby mode, turn STANDBY down once and
turn it up again. To start recording, press START/STOP.
Notes on the recording
mode
• This camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard
play) mode.
The playback
quality
in LP mode,
however,
• When a tape recorded on this camcorder
8 mm camcorders
or VCRs, the playback
play) mode and in LP (long
will not be as good as that in SP mode.
in LP mode is played back on other types of
quality may not be as good as that on this
camcorder.
To focus
the
viewfinder
lens
If the viewfinder
is not in focus at all or when you use the eameorder after someone else
has used it, focus the viewfinder
lens. Turn the viewfinder
lens adjustment
ring so that
the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus.
Recording with the START/STOP button depressed
You can also make recording while pressing down the START/STOP
button. To make
the START/STOP
button work this way, slide START/STOP
MODE to I . [a]
Shooting scenery in several short takes
You can automatically
make a recording for about 5 seconds with the 5 SEC mode (p.
25). To make the START/STOP button work this way, slide START/STOP MODE to 5
SEC.[hi
[a]
STARTtSTOP
u
r-1
1
j;_
MODE
5
SEC
[b]
START/STOP
u
J_-
_
l
MODE
5
SEC
Note on recording
When you record from the beginning of the tape, run the tape for about 15 seconds
before actual recording. This prevents the camcorder from missing any start-up scenes
when you play back the tape.
10
Notes 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 counter to zero, press
COUNTER RESET.
• If the tape is recorded in SP and LP modes mixed, the tape counter shows incorrect
recording time. When you intend to edit the tape using the tape counter as a guide,
record in same (SP or LP) mode.
Note on beep sound
As indicated with _ in the illustrations,
a beep sounds when you turn the power on or
when you start recording and two beeps sound when yon stop recording, confirming
the operation. Several beeps also sound as a warning of any unusual condition of the
camcorder. Note that the beep sound is not recorded on the tape. If you do not want to
hear the beep sound, change the BEEP setting to OFF.
Note on the AUTO DATE feature
The clock is set to East Coast Standard
m
o
X_
ca
o
.=
Time at the factor}'. You can reset the clock.
The AUTO DATE feature shows the date automatically
may automatically
appear more than once a day when:
once a day. However,
the date
- yon reset the date and time.
- you eject and insert the tape again.
- you stop recording
within
10 seconds.
Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject
scene. For more professional-looking
recordings,
use the zoom sparingly.
"T" side:
for telephoto
'q_'/" side:
for wide-angle
(subject appears
(subject appears
in the
closer)
farther
away)
11
Zooming
speed
(Variable
speed
zooming)
Turn the power zoom lever fully for a high-speed zoom. Turn it lightly
slow zoom,
for a relatively
When you shoot a subject using a telephoto
zoom
If you cannot get a sharp focus while in extreme telephoto zoom, move the power
zoom lever to the "W" side until the focus is sharp.
You can shoot a subject that is at least 2.6 feet (about 80 cm) away from the lens surface
in the telephoto position, or 1/2 inches (about 1 cm) in the wide-angle position.
.Notes
on digital
zoom
" More than 13x zoom is performed digitally, and the picture quality deteriorates
as
you go toward the "T" side. If you do not want to use the digital zoom, set the D
ZOOM function to OFF.
• The vertical bar in the power zoom indicator separates the digital zooming zone
(right side of the bar [a]) and the optical zooming zone (left side of the bar [b]). If you
set the D ZOOM function to OFT, the right sidle of the bar [a] disappears.
wl I I IT
[b]
You can also record
In]
the picture
while looking
When using the LCD screen, the viewfinder
monitor the sound from the speaker during
(1) While pressing
(2) Adjust
the angle
PUSH
OPEN,
open
at the LCD screen.
turns off automatically.
recording.
You cannot
the LCD panel.
of the LCD panel.
The LCD panel moves
other side.
To adjust the brightness
about 90 degrees
to this side and about
of the LCD screen,
210 degroes to the
turn the BRIG[_T dial.
The battery life is longer when the LCD panel is closed. Use the viewfinder
the LCD screen to save the battery power.
2
21,
12
instead
of
To let the subject monitor the shot
Turn the LCD panel over (p.21).
Notes on the LCD panel
" When closing the LCD panel,
turn it vertically
until it clicks [a].
• When turning the LCD panel, turn it always vertically; otherwise,
may be damaged or the LCD panel may not close properly [b].
• Close the LCD panel completely
the camcorder
body
/
when not in use.
€_
[b]
0
0
For hand-held
shots, you'II get better
following suggestions:
results by holding
the camcorder
according
to the
• Hold the eamcorder firmly and secure it with the grip strap so that you can easily
_)aanipulate the controls with your thumb.
• Place your right elbow against your side.
* Place your left hand under the camcorder
• Place },our eye firmly against
• Use the viewfinder
the viewfinder
to support it.
eyecup.
frame as a guide to determine
the horizontal
plane.
13
• You can record in a low position to get an interesting recording
viewfinder
up for recording from a low position [a].
angle. Lift the
• While recording in a low position, you can use the START/STOP
button on the top of
the camcorder or the power zoom button located on the front [b]. Note that you
cannot change zooming speed using the fn, nt power zoom button.
• You can also record in a low position or even in a high position using the LCD panel
[el.
[b]
[a]
[el
START
Place the camcorder
on a flat surface
/ STOP
or use a tripod
Try placing
you have a
attaching a
9/32 inches
camcorder.
the camcorder on a table top or any other flat surface of suitable height. If
tripod for a still camera, you can also use it with the camcorder.
When
non-Sony tripod, make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than
(6.5 mm). Otherwise, the screw may damage the inner parts of the
Cautions
on the viewfinder
* Do not pick up the camcorder
and the
LCD
by the viewfinder
or by the LCD panel [d].
• Do not place the camcorder so as to point the viewfinder or the LCD screen tuward the
sun. The inside of the viewfinder
or the LCD panel may be damaged. Be careful when
placing the carncorder under sunlight or by a window [e].
[d)
[el
X
Note on the LCD screen
When you use the LCD screen outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD screen may be
difficult to see. If this happens, we recommend
that you use the viewfinder.
14
Using EDITSEARCH, you can review the last recorded scene or check the recorded
picture in the viewfinder.
You can also review the picture on the LCD screen.
(1) While pressing
CAMERA.
(2) Turn
the small
STANDBY
green
button
on the POWER
switch,
set it to
up.
(3) Press the - (@) side of EDITSEARCH
momentarily;
the last few seconds of the
recorded
portion plays back (Rec Review).
You can also monitor
the sound
from the speaker
or by using an earphone
(not supplied).
Hold down the side of EDITSEARCH until Ihe carncorder goes back to the scene you
want. The last recorded portion is played back. To go forward, hold down the + side
(Edit Search).
F,"
0
1
3
4- EDITSEARCH -
To stop playback
Release EDtTSEARCH.
To go back to the last recorded
point
after
edit search
Press END SEARCH. The last recorded point is played back for about 5 seconds if the
tape was recorded in SP mode, or 10 seconds if the tape was recorded in LP mode, and
stops.
Note that this function
the tape.
To begin
does not work once you eject the cassette
after you recorded
in
re-recording
Press START/STOP.
Re-recording
begins from the last recorded point or the point you
released EDITSEARCH
Provided you do not eject the tape, the transition between the
last scene you recorded and the next scene you record wilt be smooth.
15
You can monitor
the playback
(1) While pressing
PLAYER.
(2) Insert
the small green
the recorded
(5) Adjust
I_
on the LCD screen.
button
on the POWER
tape with the window
(3) While pressing
PUSH
panel or the brightness
(4) Press
picture
facing
set it to
out,
OPEN, open the LCD panel. Adjust
of the LCD screen if necessary.
the angle of the t,CD
to start playback.
the volume
You can also monitor
using
VOL.
on the TV screen after connectiz_g
2
3
To stop playback, press •
To rewind the tape, press 4F41.
To fast-forward
16
switch,
the tape, press IH_.
the camcorder
to the VCR/TV
When
watching
on the LCD screen
You can turn the LCD pane! over and move back to the camcorder
facing out. [a]
You can change
the angle of the LCD panel.
with the LCD screen
[b]
[a]
[b]
m
o
Using the Remote Commander
You can control playback using the supplied
Before using the Remote
Commander,
Note on DISPLAY button
Press DISPLAY to erase the screen
indicators,
indicators
on the LCD screen. To display
the
press again.
The indicators
don't
appear
on the TV.
Using an earphone
Connect an earphone (not supplied)
earphone using VOL.
To view
Remote Commander.
insert the size AA (R6) batteries.
the playback
picture
to the ® jack. You can adjust
the volume
of the
in the viewfinder
Close the LCD panel The viewfinder
turns on automatically.
When using the
viewfinder,
you can monitor the sound only by using an earphone.
To view on the LCD screen again, open the LCD panel. The viewfinder
automatically.
Various
playback
To view a still picture
Press II during playback.
modes
(playback
To resume
pause)
playback,
TO locate a scene (Picture Search)
Keep pressing _
or _
during playback.
button.
To monitor the
(Skip Scan)
Keep pressing _
high-speed
To resume
playback,
normal
picture
while rewinding
or _
press II or I_.
To resume
while
normal
advancing
while advancing
playback,
release the
the tape or rewind
the tape.
press IP'-.
Notes on playback
• Streaks appear and the sound
• When playback pause
enters stop mode.
turns off
is muted
in the various
mode lasts for 5 minutes
playback
modes.
more, the cameorder
automatically
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•
You can go to the end of the recorded portion after you record and play back the tape to
make the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene smooth. The
tape starts rewinding
or fast-forwarding
and the last 5 seconds play back if the tape was
recorded in SP mode, or the last 10 seconds play back if the tape was recorded in l,P
mode. Then the tape stops at the end of the recorded picture (End Search).
Note that End Search function does not work once you eject the cassette
recorded in the tape.
(1) While pressing
PUSH OPEN,
open
after you
the LCD panel.
(2) Press END SEARCH.
This function works when the POWER switch is set to either
CAMERA
or PLAYER.
2
END SEARCH
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You can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack,
the house current, alkaline battery and 12/24 V car battery. Choose the appropriate
power source depending
on where you want to use your cameorder.
Power source
Indoors
House
Outdoor
Battery
Supplied
pack
Size AA (LR 6) Alkaline
In the car
Accessory to be used
current
Battery
baitery
on power
adaptor
pack (Ni-Cd
type)
Battery case (supplied)
12 V or 24 V car battery
Note
AC power
except CCD TRV112/TRV2!2
P
DC pack DCP-77
3*
sources
Disconnecting
the power source or removing the battery
playback may damage the inserted tape. If this happens,
immediately.
pack during recording or
restore the power supply again
D.
o
"O
o
This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony video product.
When purchasing
Sony video products, Sony recommends
that you purchase
accessories with this "GENUINE VIDEO ACCESSORIES" mark.
To use the supplied
AC power
adaptor:
(1) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. Insert the top of the connecting
plate
of the AC power adaptor into the top of the battery mounting
surface. Push the
connecting
plate so that it attaches firmly. Make sure that you hear clicks twice.
(2) Set the selector
to VTR (DC OUT).
1
2
O
WARNING
Power
cord must only be changed
at qualified
service shop.
PRECAUTION
The set is not disconnected
from the AC power source as long as it is connectL_t to the
wall outlet, even if the set itself has been turned off.
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Notes on the POWER lamp
• The IaOWER lamp ,hill remain
This is normal.
lit for a while even if the unit is unplugged
after use.
• If the I_OWER lamp does not light, set the selector to VTR (DC OUT) and disconnect
the power cord. After about one minute, reconnect the power cord.
To remove
The adaptor
the adaptor
is removed in the same way as the battery
pack.
- CCD-TRV12frRV2ZtTRV33
only
Use the battery
and six size AA (LR6) alkaline batteries
(1) Remove
case (supplied)
the battery
holder
from
the battery
(not supplied).
case.
(2) Insert six new alkaline batteries
into the battery holder, following
the marking
on the holder to be sure the batteries are installed
in the correct direction.
(3) Insert
the battery
holder
with
the alkaline
batteries.
(4) Insert the battery case with the alkaline batteries
to the battery mounting
surface of the camcorder
in the same way as the battery pack (p. 7).
1
2
3
Battery Life
Using alkaline batteries at 77°F (25°C)
Model
CCD-TRV12/TRV112
CCD-TRV22iTRV33/TRV212
LCD open _
110 (60)
105155)
rec°rding_ LCDclose
160 (90)
150 (8_)
While playingbackon
110
105
While
LCD_I
_/ Approximate
continuous
recording
time indoors
is indicated
outside
of parentheses.
Approximate
minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/stop,
zooming and turning the power on/off are indicated in parentheses.
The actual
battery life may be shorter.
2_ Approximateminutes
when using the LCD screen.
and LCD screen, the battery life is shorter.
3_ Approximate
continuous
playback
When using both the viewfinder
time indoors.
If the LCD BACK LIGHT switch is set to BRIGHT while the LCD screen is open, the
batte D - life is approximately
10% shorter.
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Notes
• The above battery lives are estimates. The battery life may be shorter depending
the storage condition of the batte D , before being purchased
and temperature.
on
• You may not use the battery case in cold enviromnent,
To remove
The battery
the battery case
ease is removed in the same way as the battery
When you replace the batteriesr
to prevent malfunction,
be sure to remove
pack (p. 7).
the battery
case from the camcorder
O.
Use Sony DCP-77 DC pack (not supplied). Connect the cord of the i9(2 pack to the
cigarette lighter socket of the car {12 V or 24 V). Connect the DC pack to the battery
mounting surface of the camcorder.
To remove
PD
CL
o
"O
¢p
the DC pack
The DC pack is removed
in the same way as the battery
pack.
O
You can turn the LCD panel over so that i! faces the other way and you can let the
subject monitor the shot while shooting with the viewfinder.
Turn the LCD panel vertically
first until it clicks, then turn it over. The @ indicator
appears on the LCD screen (Mirror
indicators disappear.
mode)
and the date and remaining
battery
'
I
To cancel mirror mode
Turn the LCD panel back toward
Notes on mirror
the viewfinder.
mode
• When you turn the LCD panel about
mirror mode.
• Using the mirror
135 degrees
mode, you ,can record
yourself
to 210 degrees,
while watching
the camcorder
yourself
enters
on the LCD
[a].
• The picture on tbe 1,CD looks as a mirror-image
while recording
The STBY indicator appears as QII and REC as Q.
• The date appears in reverse
recorded it will be normal.
when the AUTO DATE feature
in mirror
is turned
mode
[b].
on. When
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• While recording in mirror mode, you cannot operate the following
COUNTER RESET, TITLE, DATE(+) and TIME[NEXT)
buttons;
[a]
Before you start recording
can record the date or time
picture. You cannot record
time indicator, no indicator
or during recording, press DATE(+) or TIME(NEXT). You
displayed on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder
with the
the date and time at the same time. Except for the date or
on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder
is recorded.
The clock is set to East Coast Standard
Time at the factory.
DATE(+)
i
I
To stop recording
with
Press DATE(+) or TIME(NEXT)
recording continues.
the date
or time
again. The date or time indicator
disappears.
Note
22
You cam_ot superimpose a title during recording the date or time.
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REC 0:07:12
JUL
4'96
The
/
When you shoot a subject with the light source behind
light background,
use the BACK EIGHT function.
Press BACK LIGHT. The [] indicator
appears
the subject or a subject with a
in the viewfinder
or on the LCD screen.
ct.
o
3"
[a] Subject is too dark because
[b] Subject becomes
After
bright
of backlight.
with backlight
compensation.
shooting
Be sure to release this adjustment
indicator disappears.
Otherwise,
condition.
condition by pressing BACK LIGItT again. The []
the picture will be too bright under normal lighting
This function is also effective
• On snow e.g. at the ski resort
• At the beach under
under following
strong sunshine
• A subject with a light source nearby or a mirror
• A white subject
conditions:
against
reflecting
light
a white background.
E_pecial_y when you shoot a person wearing shiny clothes made of silk or synthetic
fiber, his or her face tends to become dark if you do not use this function
k
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You can select from three PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shooting
situation. When you u_ PROGRAM AE, you can capture high-speed action or night views.
Select the best mode by using the following
examples.
.)
_.
Sports mode
• Outdoor sports
golf or skiing
• A landscape
scenes such as football,
in a moving
(_ High-speed
shutter
tennis,
car
mode
• A golf swing or a tennis match in fine weather
• Playing
back certain scenes with high-speed
._ Twilight
• Recording
Set the mark
To return
of the desired
mode
to automatic
to the •
shutter
mark
above
the PROGRAM
AE dial.
mode
AE dial so that the • mark points to AUTO.
Sports mode - between
24
picture
night views, neon signs or fireworks
Note on shutter speed
The shutter speed in each PROGRAM
Twilight
clearly
in clear, sharp
mode
Turn the PROGRAM
High-speed
with the ball captured
movements
AE mode
is as follows:
1/60 to l/500
mode
- 1/4000
mode - 1/60
AUTO mode - 1/60 (or 1/100 when the Steady Shot is on
TRV212 only)
CCD-TRV22iTRV'33!
Your camcorder has two modes besides normal start!stop
mode. These modes enable
you to take a series of quick shots resulting in a lively video.
(1) While
pressing
(2) Set START/STOP
PUSH
OPEN,
MODE
open
the LCD panel.
to the desired
b_ : Recording
starts when
again (normal mode).
you press
I,L : The camcorder
only while
records
mode.
START/STOP,
5 SEC : When you press START/STOP,
then stops automatically.
you press
and stops when
down
the camcorder
you press
it
START!STOP.
records
for 5 seconds
and
(3) Turn STANDBY up and press START/STOP.
Recording
starts.
If you selected 5 SEC, five dots appear in the viewfinder.
The dots disappear at a rate of
one per second. When five seconds elapse and all the dots disappear, the cameorder
switches to Standby mode automatically.
If you selected
._l, the camcorder
records
Q.
O
"O
as long as you hold down START/STOP.
O
3
To extend
the
recording
time
in 5 SEC mode
Press START/STOP
again before all the dots disappear.
5 seconds from the moment you press START/STOP.
Note on 5 SEC recording
If you have turned off the indicators
on the LCD screen,
Recording
continues
for about
the dots do not appear.
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You can select from nine preset titles to superimpose
it on the picture
Each time you press TITLE, the preset titles appear one by one.
To superimpose
(1) Set the POWER
(2) Turn
(3) While
during
recording.
from
the beginning
switch to CAMERA.
STANDBY
up.
pressing
PUSH
OPEN,
(4) Press
TITLE repeatedly
until
(5) Press
START/STOP
(6) Press
TITLE when you want
To superimpose
open
the LCD panel.
the desired
title appears.
The title flashes.
to start recording.
on
the
to turn off the title.
way
until
of recording
(1) Press
TITLE repeatedly
(2) When
the title stops
(3) Press
START/STOP
(4) Press
TITLE when
you want
superimpose
(5) Press
TITLE when
you want
to turn off the title,
flashing,
the desired
press
title appears.
The title flashes.
TITLE. The title disappears.
to start recording.
the title.
TITLE
I
L
t
[
I"l
HELLOFIJ
'
[BIRTHDAY FUNJ
I
THE ENDJ
t
f
[ ou_,oL,oA_I
[ HOW PRETTY! i
GREAT_][THEWEDD_.GI
t
[
Note
on selecting
You cannot
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a title
select a title during
recording.
NO.t] _---[
VACATION j
- CCD-TRV22/TRV33/TRV212
only
You can use the Steady Shot to compensate
for camera-shake.
Shot when shooting a stationary object with a tripod.
(1) While
pressing
(2) Set STEADY
PUS|]
SHOT
OPEN,
open
Do not use the Steady
the LCD panel.
to ON.
CCD-TRV22/TRV212
i
<
ON
o-
n i_._.
STEADYOFF
SHOT
o
@
CCD-TRV33
CCD-TRV22/TRV33iTRV212
nllm
STEADYOFF CINEMA
SHOT
Notes on the steady
shot
• The Steady Shot will not correct excessive
camera-shake.
• When you switch the Steady Shot on or off, the exposure
- CCD-TRV33 onl_
You can record a cinemalike
picture
(CINEMA)
may fluctuate.
to watch on a TV.
->
[c]
@
Black bands appear at the top a_nd the bottom of the screen. The viewfinder
[a] and a
normal TV screen [b] look wide. You can also watch the picture without black bands
on a wide-screen TV [c].
(1) While pressing
(2) Set CINEMA.
PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel.
See illustration
"Using the STEADY SHOT function'
27
•
You can change
the mode
(1) While pressing
switches.
(2) Set the mode
settings
PUStI
OPEN,
switches
to further
open
enjoy the features
the LCD panel.
to the desired
and functions.
You will find the mode
mode.
1
COMMANDER BEEP DZOOM
RECMODE
_'F
COMMANDER
LCD BACK LIGHT
_
NORMAL
° Set to ON when
using
• Set to OFF when
the supplied
not using
Remote
the Remote
Commander
for the camcorder.
Commander.
BEEP
• Set to ON so that beeps
• Sot to OFF when
D ZOOM
sound
when
you do not want
you start/stop
recording,
etc.
to hear the beep sound.
• Select ON to activate
digital
zooming.
• Select OFF to not use the digital
The camcorder
zoom.
goes back to 13x zoom.
REC MODE
• Select SP to record
a tape in SP (standard play) mode.
• Select LP to record
a tape in LP (long play) mode
.LCD BACK LIGHT
• Select BRIGHT to make the LCD screen brighter
outdoors.
• Normally select NORMAL.
you select BRIGHT.
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The battery
when shooting/playing
life becomes
about
10% longer
back
than it is when
I
I
You can use this camcorder as a VCR by connecting it to your TV for playback.
monitoring
the playback picture by connecting the camcorder to your TV, we
recommend
you to use the house current for the power source.
While playing
may occur,
back
on a "IV screen, close the LCD panel. Otherwise,
picture
When
distortion
R
If your W _ already connected to a VCR
Ope n the jack cover and connect the camcorder to the ldNE IN inputs on the VCR by
using the supplied A/V connecting cable. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE. Set
the TV/VCR selector on the TV to VCR.
r_
o
o
¢IDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
If you connect directly to W
Coxmect the camcorder to the inputs on the TV by using the supplied
cable. Set the TV/VCR selector on the TV to VCR.
A/V connecting
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
: Signal
To connect
flow
to a VCR or W without
Video/Audio
input jacks
TO connect to a VCR or TV without Video/Audio
Use the RFU-95UC RFU adaptor (not supplied).
input jacks
Use an RFU adaptor
(not supplied).
29
•
You can create your own video program
VHS, ,_USj S-VHS, _
VH_,
S_
VCR that has video/audio
inputs.
by editing with any other • 8 mm, Hi• t ti8,
S-VHSC, • Betamax or _
ED Betamax
Turn down
may occur.
while editing.
the volume
After connecting
of the camcorder
the camcorder
(1) Set the POWER
(2) Insert a blank
your recorded
switch
Otherwise,
picture
distortion
to the VCR,
to PLAYER.
tape (or a tape you want
tape into the camcorder.
to record
over)
into the VCR and insert
(3) Play back the recorded
tape on the camcorder
until you locate the point
you want to start editing, then press | | to put the camcorder
in playback
mode.
(4) On the VCR, locate
pause mode.
(5) Press
the recording
I| on the camcorder
start point
and VCR simultaneously
To edit more scenes
Repeat steps 3 to 5,
To stop editing
Press • on both the carncorder and VCR.
3O
and put the VCR in recording
to start editing.
where
pau_
Your camcorder is supplied with a lithium battery installed. When
the battery becomes weak or dead, the ,% indicator flashes in the
viewfinder or on the LCD screen f_r about 5 seconds when you set
the POWER switch to CAMERA. In this case, replace the battery
with a Sony CR2025 or Durecell DL-2025 lithium battery, Use
of any other battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
_e_ I
",q,'
JUL 4'96
The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts for about I year under
normal operation. (The lithium battery that comes installed at the
factory may not last ! year.)
Notes on lithium battery
• Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children.
Should the battery be swallowed,
• Wipe the battery
Immediately
with a dry cloth to assure
• Do not hold the battery
witll metallic
m
consult a doctor.
3>
OO-
a good contact.
tweezers,
otherwise
a short-circuit
may occur
• The lithium battery has positive (+) side and negative (-) side as illustrated.
to insert the lithium battery with the positive side facing out
O
==
Be sure
5"
o
(+)
(-)
WARNING
The battery
fire.
may explode
if mistreated.
Do not recharge,
disassemble,
or dispose
of in
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When replacing the lithium battery, keep the battery pack or other power source
attached. Otherwise, you will need to reset the date and time,
(1) Open
the lid of the lithium
[2) Push
the battery
{3} Install
the new lithium
{4) Close
the lid.
2
32
battery
compartment,
in once and pull it out from
battery
the holder.
with the positive
(+) side facing out.
4
Reset the date and time using the DATE(+) and TIME(NEXT)
(1) Set the POWER
switch
(2) Turn STANDBY
(3) While pressing
up.
PUSH
OPEN,
open the LCD panel.
(4) Press DATE(+) and TIME(NEXT)
simultaneously
flashes on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.
(5) Set year, month,
day, time, minute
Note that when
you keep DATE(+)
p.-
1
buttons.
to CAMERA.
by pressing
pressed,
4
2
until
the year indicator
DATE(+)
the digits
and TIME(NEXT).
advance
faster.
DATEI_)
I
D.
o
5
OFF
DATE(+)
TIME(NEXT)
O
g
DATE(+)
TIME(NEXT)
DATE(+)
TIME(NEXT)
DATE(+}
TSME(NEXT)
DATE(;J
TIME(NEXT)
3
To correct
the date
Repeat steps 4 and 5,
TO dleck-the
date
and
and
time
setting
time
Press DATE(+) to display the date indicator. Press TIME(NEXT) to display
indicator. When you press the same button again, the indicator goes out.
The
year
indicator
Note on the time
The internal
changes
as follows:
'96 _'97
the time
......... '25
I
indicator
clock of the camcorder
operates
on a 12-hour cycle.
12:00:00 AM stands for midnight.
12:00:00 PM stands for noon.
33
The playback mode (SP/LP) is selected automatically
according
in which the tape has been recorded. The quality of the recorded
however, will not be as good as that in SP mode.
Recording
mode
When you play back a tape recorded
viewfinder
or on the LCD screen.
Foreign
to the recording system
picture in LP mode,
in LP mode, the LP indicator
lights up in the
8 mm video
You cannot play back tapes recorded on a different TV color system. Because the TV
color systems differ from country to country, you may not be able to play back foreign
prerecorded
tapes. Refer to the list of "Using your camcorder abroad" to check the TV
color system of foreign countries.
This section
shows you how you can get the most out of your battery
pack.
Always
carry additional
batteries
Have sufficient battery pack power to do 2 to 3 times as much recording
planned.
Battery
life
is shorter
Battery efficiency is decreased,
recording in cold environment.
To save battery
Turn the STANDBY
power.
34
in cold
as you have
environment
and the battery
power
switch on the camcorder
will be used up more quickly,
down
when not recording
if you are
to save battery
A smooth transition between scenes can be made even if recording is stopped and
started again. While positioning the subject, selecting an angle, or looking through the
viewfinder
lens or on the LCD screen, the lens moves automatically
and the battery is
used. The battery is also used when a cassette is inserted or removed.
While
youareusing
yourcamcorder,
theremaining
battery
indicator
intheviefinder
or
olltheLCDscreen
decreases
gradually
asbattery
power
isused
up.
4 1-
il÷
4-il* 4--51- 4----]
When the remaining battery indicator reaches the lowest point, the _-\_ indicator
and starts flashing in the viewfinder
or on the LCD screen.
appears
When the r\_ indicator in the viewfinder
or on the LCD screen changes from slow
flashing to rapid flashing while you are recording, set the POWER switch to OFF on the
camcorder and replace the battery pack. Leave the tape in the camcorder to obtain
smooth transition between scenes after the batte D " pack has been replaced.
Note on the remaining
battery
indicator
The remaining battery indicator of the camcorder may indicate a different remaining
capacity from that of the battery pack with its own indicator (not supplied). The
indicator on the battery pack is more accurate.
m
n.
o
5"
O
CAUTION
Never leave the battery pack in temperatures
parked in the sun or under direct sunlight.
above
140°F (60°C), such as in a car
The battery
heats
up
During charging or recording, the battery pack heats up. This is caused by energy that
has been generated and a chemical change that has occurred inside the battery pack.
This is not cause for concern and is normal.
Battery
pack care
• Remove the battery pack from the camcorder after using it, and keep it in a cool
place. When the battery pack is installed to timecamcorder,
a small amount of current
flows to the camcorder even if the POWER switch is set to OFF This shortens battery
life.
• The battery pack is always discharging
even when it is not in use after charging.
Therefore; you should charge the batte D' right before using the camcorder.
How
to
use the
switch
on
the
battery
pack
When the switch is supplied with the battery pack ([a] on page 36), you can use it to
find whether the battery pack is charged or not. Set the switch to the "no mark"
position when charging is completed.
Set the switch to time"red mark" position when
the battery is used up (or in whichever direction you want to remind yourself).
The life of the battery
pack
If the battery indicator flashes rapidly just after turning on the camcordrer with a fully
charged battery pack, the battery pack should be replaced with a new fully charged one.
Charging
temperature
"
You should charge batteries at temperatures
from 50°F to 86°F (from 10°C to 30°C).
Lower temperatures
require a longer charging time.
Sony Batteries
Use of non-Sony
are Recommended
batteries may damage
your Handycam
camcorder.
35
Symptom
Cause and/or Corrective
The date or time indicator
Actions
• Reset the date and time. (p. 33)
disappears.
Recording
seconds.
stops
in a few
,, START/STOP
MODE
_ Set it to N, . (p. 25)
switch
is set to
1
or 5 SEC.
Picture
Symptom
Cause and/or Corrective
Actions
The iraage on the viewfinder
screen is not clear.
• The viewfinder
lens is not adjusted.
"-_Adjust the viewfinder
lens, (p. 10)
A vertical band appears
when a
subject such as lights or a candle
flame is shot against a dark
background,
• The contrast
between
the subject and background
too high. The caracorder
is not maltunctioning.
+ Change
locations.
The picture
• The video heads may be dirty.
+ Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLH
cassette.
(p. 38)"
is "noisy".
The picture does
lhe viewfinder.
not appear
in
• The LCD panel is open.
"9 Close the LCD panel,
The picture does
the LCD screen,
not appear
on
• Incorporated
fluorescent
tube is worn out.
+ Please contact your nearest
Sony dealer.
A vertical band appears
when
shooting
a very bright subject.
• The camcorder
An unknown
displayed.
• The camcorder
operates
+ Exit the Demo mode.
picture
is
is
cleaning
(p. 12)
is not malfunctioning.
in Demo
(p. 53)
mru_te.
Others
Symptom
Tlw supplied
Remote
does not work.
Cause and/or Corrective
Commander
• COMMANDER
Actions
is set to OFF.
+ Set il to ON. (p. 28)
• Something
is blocking
the infrared
+ Remove
the obstacle.
rays.
• The battery
is not inserted
with the correct polarity.
Insert the battery
with the correct polarity.
(p. 52)
• The batteries
are dead.
Insert
There
44
is dust in the viewfinder
• Detach
new
ones.
the eyecup
(p. 52)
and clean
the viewfinder
lens. (p. 39)
- CCD-TRV12/TRV22/TRV33
only
• Use only with alkaline batteries. You cannot use the battery case with
manganese batteries or size AA rechargeable NiCd batteries.
• Battery life is remarkably
shorter
in a cold environment
• Keep the metal part clean. If it gets dirty,
• Do not disassemble or convert the battery case.
• Do not expose the battery case to any mechanical
• During
recording,
the battery
(lower than 50°F/10°C).
wipe it with a soft cloth.
shock.
case heats up. This is not cause for concern.
• Prevent the electrode in the batter), case from coming in contact with a metal object.
• If you will not use the battery case for a long time, detach the battery case from the
camcorder and remove the batteries from the battery case.
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o
To avoid possible damage from battery leakage or corrosion,
• Be sure to insert the batteries in the correct direction.
observe
the following.
3
• Alkaline batteries are not rechargeable.
• Do not use a combination
of new and old batteries.
• Do not use different
types of batteries.
• The batteries
discharge
slowly
', Do not use a battery
O
while not in use.
that is leaking.
If battery leakage occurred
• Wipe off the liquid in the batter}, 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
doctor.
a
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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 this
condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or the camcorder may
not operate correctly. To prevent possible damage under these circumstances,
the
camcorder is furnished with moisture sensors. Take the following precautions.
Inside the camcorder
If there is moisture inside tlle camcorder,
the beep sounds and the [] indicator flashes. If
this happens, none of the function except cassette ejection will work. Open the cassette
compartment,
turn off the camcorder, and leave it about 1 hour. When _" indicator
flashes at the _me time, the cassette is inserted in the eamcorder. Eject the cassette, turn
off the camcorder, and leave also the cassette about 1 hour. The camcorder can be used
again if the [] indicator does not appear when the power is turned on again.
On
the
lens
If moisture condenses on the lens, no indicator appears, but the picture becomes
Turn off the power and do not use the camcorder for about I hour.
dim.
How to prevent
moisture
condensation
When bringing the camcorder from a cold place to a warm place, put the camcorder
plastic bag and allow it to adapt to room conditions over a period of time.
(1) Be sure
to tightly
seal the plastic
bag containing
(2) Remove the bag when the air temperature
inside
temperature
surrounding
it (after about 1 hour).
in a
the camcorder.
it has reached
the
To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. When _ appears
in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen in CAMERA mode or playback pictures are
"noisy" or hardly visible, the video heads may be dirty.
[a]
,
II
[b]
[a] Slight dirty
[b] Dirty
If this happens, clean the video heads with the Sony VS-25CLH cleaning cassette (not
supplied). After checking the picture, if it is still "noisy", repeat tile cleaning. (Do not
repeat cleaning more than 5 times in one session.)
Caution
-
Do not ttse a commercially
video heads.
available
wet-type
cleaning
cassette.
It may damage
the
Note
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If the V8-25CLH
Sony dealer.
cleaning
cassette
is not available
in your area, corisult your nearest
(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.
2
1
m
D.
0.
O
To reattach
(1) Align
the
the groove
(2) Turn the eyecup
eyecup
on the eyecup
in the direction
with
the • mark
of the arrow.
on the barrel.
Then,
replace
the screw.
2
1
CautiOn
Do not remove
eyecup.
any other screws.
You may remove
only the screws to remove
the
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Camcorder
operation
• Operate the camcorder using 6.0 V (battery pack), or 7.5 V (AC power
• For DC or AC operation,
use only recommended
adaptor).
accessories.
" Should any solid object or liquid fall into the casing, unp}ug the camcorder
checked by your nearest Sony dealer before operating it any further.
• Avoid rough handling
or mechanical
• Keep the POWER switch
and operate
away from strong
it since heat may build up internally.
magnetic
• Do not push the LCD screen.
• If the camcorder is used in a cold place, a residual
screen.
This is not a malfunction.
'• While using the camcorder,
malfuncfion_
careful of the lens.
set to OFF when not using the camcorder.
• Do not wrap up the camcorder
• Keep the camcorder
shock. Be particularly
and have it
fields or mechanical
image may appear
vibration.
on the LCD
the bac]_ of the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a
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 out or in.
Camcorder care
• When the eamcorder is not to Be used for a long time, disconnect the power source
and remove the cassette. 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 the LCD
screen or lens, remove them with a soft cloth or LCD cleaning kit (not supplied).
• Clean the camcorder body with a soft dry, cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with
a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent which may damage the
finish.
• 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.
4O
AC power
adaptor
Charging
• Attach
the battery
pack firmly.
• Place the battery, pack on a flat surface
without
vibration
during
charging.
Others
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when not in use for a long time. To disconnect
the power cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
• Do not operate
damaged.
the unit with a damaged
cord or if the unit has been dropped
or
• Do not bend the AC power cord forcibly, or put a heavy object on it. This will damage
the cord and may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
I
• 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
Q.
o
5'
the unit.
8"
• 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
- Extremely
that are:
hot or cold
- Dusty or dirty
- Very humid
Vibrating
If any difficult),
should
arise, unplug
the unit and contact
your nearest
Sony dealer.
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Each country has its own electricity
abroad, check the following points:
and TV color systems.
Before using your camcorder
You can use your eamcorder in any country, with the supplied AC power adaptor
within 110 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Use a commercially
available AC plug adaptor
if neces_ry,
depending
on the design of the wall outlet [hi.
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[a],
AC-V16/VIGA
This camcorder is an NTSC system-based
camcorder.
If you want to view the playback
picture on a TV, it must be an NTSC system based 'IX7or a PAL M system-based
TV
with an NTSC!PAL
M transcoder.
Check the following list.
NTSC system countries
Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Jamaica,
Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines,
the U.S.A., Venezuela,
etc.
PAL system countries
Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Great Britain,
Holland, Hong Kong, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal,
Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Thailand, etc.
PAL M system country
Brazil
PAL N system countries
Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay
SECAM system countries
Bulgaria, Czech Republic, France, Guyana,
Rusaia, Slovak Republic, Ukraine, etc.
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Hungary,
Iran, Iraq, Monaco,
Poland,
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 facility.
Power
Symptom
Cause and/or
The power
is not on.
The power
goes
The battery
discharged.
Corrective
Actions
• The battery
pack is not installed.
Attach the battery pack firmly by pushing
the lower part of
the battery pack. (p 7)
• The battery
is dead.
"_ Use a charged
battery
pack (p. 6)
• The AC power adaptor
is not connected
to wall outlet.
4" Connect
the AC power adaptor
to wall outlet.
(p. 19)
off.
O.
It.
O
.=
5"
• While being operated
in CAMERA
mode, the camcorder
has been in the Standby
mode for more than 5 minutes.
4, Turn STANDBY
down once and turn it up again. (p. 101
• The battery
is dead.
•_ Use a ct_arged battery, pack, (p. 6)
pack is quickly
• The ambient temperature
is too low. (p. 34)
• The battery pack has not been charged
fully.
•'_ Charge the battery pack again. (p. 6)
• The battery
pack is completely
dead, and cannot
4, Use another
battery
pack. (p. 35)
=o
be recharged.
Operation
Symptom
Cause and/or Corrective
START/STOP
does
not
Actions
• The tape is stuck to the drum.
4, Eject the cassette,
(p, 8)
• The tape has run out,
4" Rewind
the tape or use a new one_ (p. 16)
• The POWER
switch is set to PLAYER.
operate.
4" Set it to CAMERA.
(p. 50
• The tab on the cassette
is out (red).
4" Use a new
The cassette cannot be
removed
from the holder.
No function
except
ejection works.
cassette
or slide
the tab. (p. 8)
• The battery_ is dead,
4, Use a charged
hatte D, pack or the AC power
for c_ssette
Moisture
condensation
+ Remove
the cassotte
hour.
has occurred.
and leave tile camcorder
adaptor.
for at least
• The POWER
The date
• You pressed
DATE and TIME together
for more than 2
seconds.
The cameorder
is not malfunctioning.
•_ You may start recording.
Flashing
will stop soon.
• The lithium
battery is weak or dead.
•€ Replace the lithium battery
with a new one. (p. 31)
flashing,
indicator
is
1
(p 38)
The tape does not move when
a tape transport
button is
pressed.
or time
(p. 7, 19)
switch
is set to CAMERA
--) Set it to PLAYER.
(p. 16)
• The tape has run out.
4, Rewind the tape or use a new
or OFF.
one. (p. 16)
(to be continued
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Symptom
Cause and/or Corrective
The date or time indicator
Actions
• Reset the date and time. (p. 33)
disappears.
Recording
seconds.
stops
in a few
,, START/STOP
MODE
_ Set it to N, . (p. 25)
switch
is set to
1
or 5 SEC.
Picture
Symptom
Cause and/or Corrective
Actions
The iraage on the viewfinder
screen is not clear.
• The viewfinder
lens is not adjusted.
"-_Adjust the viewfinder
lens, (p. 10)
A vertical band appears
when a
subject such as lights or a candle
flame is shot against a dark
background,
• The contrast
between
the subject and background
too high. The caracorder
is not maltunctioning.
+ Change
locations.
The picture
• The video heads may be dirty.
+ Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLH
cassette.
(p. 38)"
is "noisy".
The picture does
lhe viewfinder.
not appear
in
• The LCD panel is open.
"9 Close the LCD panel,
The picture does
the LCD screen,
not appear
on
• Incorporated
fluorescent
tube is worn out.
+ Please contact your nearest
Sony dealer.
A vertical band appears
when
shooting
a very bright subject.
• The camcorder
An unknown
displayed.
• The camcorder
operates
+ Exit the Demo mode.
picture
is
is
cleaning
(p. 12)
is not malfunctioning.
in Demo
(p. 53)
mru_te.
Others
Symptom
Tlw supplied
Remote
does not work.
Cause and/or Corrective
Commander
• COMMANDER
Actions
is set to OFF.
+ Set il to ON. (p. 28)
• Something
is blocking
the infrared
+ Remove
the obstacle.
rays.
• The battery
is not inserted
with the correct polarity.
Insert the battery
with the correct polarity.
(p. 52)
• The batteries
are dead.
Insert
There
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is dust in the viewfinder
• Detach
new
ones.
the eyecup
(p. 52)
and clean
the viewfinder
lens. (p. 39)
Symptom
Cause and/or Corrective
The POWER
light,
lamp
The CHARGE
does
lamp
not
Actions
• Set the selector to VTR (DC OUT) al_d disconnect
the
power cord. After about one minute,
try again. (p. 7}
flashes.
• See the following
chart.
When the CHARGE lamp flashes
Check through the following chart.
m
Remove the battery pack from the AC
power adaptor. Then install the same
battery pack again.
o-
=o
8"
1
Q
When the CHARGE lamp flashes
again
Install another
battery
pack.
When the CHARGE lamp flashes
again
The problem
adaptor.
is with. the AC power
When the CHARGE lamp does not
flash again
If the CHARGE lamp lights up and
goes out after a while, there is no
problem.*
When the CHARGE lamp does not
flash again
If the CHARGE lamp lights up and
goes out after a while, the problem is
with the battery pack installed first.
Please contact our nearest Sony dealer
in connection with the product with
the problem.
* If yon use a battery pack which you have just bought or which has been left unused
for a long time, the CHARGE lamp may flash at the first charging. This does not
indicate a problem. Repeat again to charge with the same battery pack.
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LCD screen
Picture
2.5 inches measured
diagonally
2 x 1L'2inches (50.3 x 37.4 ram)
Video recording system
Two rotary heads, Helical
scanning, FM system
Audio recording system
Rotary heads, FM system
Video signal
NTSC color, EIA standards
Usable cassette
8 mm video format cassette
(standard 8 ram)
Recording/Playback time
SP frame: 2 hours (P6-120)
LP mode: 4 hours (P6-120)
Fastforward/rewind
time
Approx. 5 rain. (P6q20)
image device
CCD (Charge Coupled Device)
Viewfinder
Electronic viewfinder
CCD-TRV12/TRV22/
TRV112/TRV212:Black
and white
CCD-TRV33:Color
Lens
Combined power zoom lens, F1.82.8
FiltL-r diameter
1 V2inches (37 ram)
CCD-TRV12/TRV22!TRV112/
TRV212:13x (Optical), 26x (Digital)
CCD-TRV33:13x (Optical), 52x
(Digital)
Focal distance
f = %_ 2 %inches (5.3 6.8.9 ram)
When converted
to a 35into still
camera
CCD-TRV12/TRVI12:
1%6 -18 V2 inches (38- 494mm)
CCD-TRV22iTRV33/TRV212:
1 _- 22 9i inches (46 - 598 ram)
Color temperature
Auto
Minimum illumination
CCD TRV12iTRV112:
0.6 hlx at F ! .8
CCD-TRV22!TRV33/TRV212:
2 lux at F 1.8
Illumination range
CCD-TRV12!TRV112:
0.6 to ! 00,000 lux
CCD-TRV22/TRV33/TRV212:
2 to li}0,(llR1 lu×
Recommended illumination"
More than 100 lux
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On-screen display
TN LCDiTFT active matrix
methed
Total dot number
61,380 (279 x _O)
Input and Output connectors
Video output
Phono jack, 1 Vp-p, 75 ohm,
unbalanced
Audio output
Monaural,
Phono jack, 327 mV, (at
load impedance
47 kilohm),
impedance
less than 2.2 kilohm
RFU DC OUT
Special minijack, DC 5 V
Earphone jack
Mini-jack
LANC control jack
Stereo mini-minijack
(o 2.5 ram)
MIC jack
Minijack, 0.388 mV, low
impedance
with 2.5 to 3 V DC
output, impedance
6.8 kilohm (o
3.5 mm)
Speaker
Dynamic-speaker
Power requirements
7.5 V (AC power adaptor)
Average power consumption
During camera recording
using
the LCD
CCD-TRV12/TRV112:
48W
CCD-TRV22/TRV33!TRV212:
4.9W
During camera recording
using
the viewfinder
CCD-TRV12iTRV112:
3.7W
CCD.TRV22/TRV33/TRV212:
3.8w
Operating temperature
32'F t_ 104_'F ((l°C to 40°C)
Storage temperature
M°F to +I40°F (-20°C to +60°C)
Dimensions (Approx.)
4 V_x 4 V_x 8"Y_inches
1113 x 106 x 210 ram) (w/h/d)
Mass (Approx.)
CCD-TRV12iTRVII2:1
lb 14 oz
(860g)
CCD-TRV22/TRV33iTRV212:1
11
14 oz (870g)
Excluding the battery pack,
lithium battery, cassette and
shoulder strap
21 lb 6 oz (l.lkg)
Including
the battery pack NP-33,
lithium battery CR2025, c_ssette
P6-120 and shoulder strap
Microphone
Electret condenser microphone,
monaural
type
Supplied accessories
See page 5.
Power requirements
110 - 240 V AC, 50/60Hz
Power consumption
AC-VI6:20
W
AC-V16A: 22 W
Output voltage
DC OUT in operation
mode
AC-V16/V16A:
7.5 V, 1.8 A
Battery charge terminal
10 V, 1 1 A in charge m_Kle
Application
Sony battery packs NP33(supplied),
NP40D, NP-C65,
NP 6bH, NP-68, NP 78, NP-80,
NP-80D, NP-98, NP-98D
Operating temperature
32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°0
Storage temperature
_4°F to +140°F (-20°C to 460°C)
Dimensions (Approx.)
6 % x ! "A* x 3 inches (166 x 43 x 7_
ram) (w/h/d)
including
controls
projecting
parts
and
Mass (Approx.)
AC-V16:15 oz (420 g)
AC VI6A: !6 oz (450 g)
Design and specifications
subject to change without
are
notice.
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Tape transport
• STOP
buttons (p. 16, 17)
REW (rewind)
PLAY (playback)
FF (fast forward)
II PAUSE
These buttons
mode.
wilt function
in PLAYER
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Built-in microphone
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POWER switch (p. 9, 16)
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Power zoom lever (p. 11)
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Viewfinder
adjustment
[]
Viewfinder
(p. 10, 39, 54)
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PROGRAM AE dial (p. 24)
ring (p. 10)
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EDITSEARCH button (p. 15)
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LCD panel (p. 12)
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Recording lamp
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BACK LIGHT button (p. 23)
_] Remote sensor (p. 53)
Aim the Remote Commander
remote control.
[_]Lens
here for
cover
[] Power zoom button (p. 14)
Use this button
position.
when recording
in a low
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CCD-TRV33
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Recording lamp
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DATE (+) button (p, 22)
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LANC e control jack
stands for Local Application
Control
Bus system. The _ 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
connectors indicated as CONTROL L or
REMOTE,
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START/STOP MODE switch (p. 9, 10, 25)
TIME (NEXT) button (p. 22)
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LCD screen (p. 16, 54)
Lithium battery compartment
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(p. 32)
DISPLAY button (p. 17)
_-_ COUNTER RESET button (p. 11)
@ (earphone) jack (p. 17)
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END SEARCH button (p. 18)
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Speaker
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TITLE button (p. 26)
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VOL (speaker volume) control (p. 16)
Mode switches (p. 28)
STEADY SHOT switch (p. 27)
(CCD-TRV22/TRV212 only)
STEADY SHOT/CINEMA MODE switch
(p. 27) (CCD-TRV33 only)
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START/STOP button (p, 14)
Use this button when recording in a low
position.
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Tripod receptacle (p. 14)
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PUSH OPEN button (p. 12, 16)
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LCD BRIGHT dial (p. 12)
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Battery mounting surface (p. 7)
START/STOP button (p. 9)
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STANDBY switch (p. 9)
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Hooks for shoulder strap
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BATT (battery release) knob (p. 8)
[_ Eyecup (p. 13, 39)
Attaching
the
shoulder
Attach the suppl.ied
1.
shoulder
strap
strap
2
to the hooks for the shoulder
strap.
3
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Cassette compartment
(p. 8)
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EJECTknob (p. 8)
Eyecup release knob (p. 39)
Grip strap (p. 13)
VIDEO OUT jack (p. 29)
RFU DC OUT (RFU adaptor DC out) jack
AUDIO OUT jack (p. 29)
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MIC (microphone) jack
Connect an exten_al microphone
supplied). This jack also accepts
in-power" microphone.
Jack cover
5O
(]rot
a "plug-
Using the Remote Commander
Make sure that the COMMANDER mode is set to ON (p. 28).
The buttons that have the same name on the Remote
function identically.
Commander
as on the cameorder
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Transmitter
[]
START/STOP button
Point toward the remote sensor to control
the camcorder after turning on the
camcorder.
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Power zoom button
The zooming speed is unchangeable
Remote Commander.
o
on the
Tape transport buttons (p. 17)
Size AA (R6) battery holder (p. 52)
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To prepare
the remote
To use the Remote Commander,
supplied size AA (R6) batteries.
commander
you inust insert two size AA (R6) batteries.
(1) Remove
from the Remote
(2} Insert
the battery
(3) Put the batter?,
1
cover
both of the size AA (R6) batteries
cover
back onto
2
Commander.
with correct
the Remote
Use the
polarity.
Commander.
3
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 damag from possible battery leakage
Remove the batteries when you will not use the Remote Commander
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for a long time.
Remote
control
direction
Aim the Remote Commander to the remote sensor within the range as shown below.
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Notes on the Remote
Commander
8"
• 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 at commander
mode VTR 2. The commander
3) are used to distinguish
this cameorder
control misoperation.
If you use another
recommend
you change the commander
with black paper.
To watch
the
of pictures
with special effects.
If the demonstration
appears when you turn on the camcorder
Demo mode to use your carncorder.
demo
modes (1, 2, and
from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote
Sony VCR at commander
mode VTR 2, we
mode or cover the remote sensor of the VCR
demonstration
You can watch a brief demonstration
To enter
O
for the first time, exit the
mode
(1) Eject the cassette
and set the POWER
(2) Turn
up.
STANDBY
switch
to OFF.
(3) While holding down I1_ set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
starts. The demonstration
stops when you insert the cassette.
Demonstration
Note that once you enter Demo mode, this mode is retained as long as the lithium
battery is in place. Therefore, demonstration
starts automatically
10 minutes later every
time you set the POWER switch to CAMERA, or after you eject the cassette.
To exit demo mode
(1) F_t the POWER switch
(2) Turn STANDBY
(3) While holding
to OFF.
up.
down
• set the POWER
switch
to CAMERA.
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Recording in LP mode (p. 9)
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Power zoom indicator (p. 12)
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Back light indicator (p. 23)
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Tape transport
Warning
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Tape counter (p. 11)
AUTO DATE indicator (p. 9)
Remaining battery indicator (p, 35)
indicator (p. 55)
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Lithium battery indicator (p. 31)
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Recording lamp/battery
(in the viewfinder)
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Mirror mode indicator (p, 21)
lamp (p. 9)
_i]
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mode (p. 9)
• _--I÷ _]
÷_--_1÷_----I
Date, Time or Title (p. 22, 26)
If indicators flash in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen,
camcorder flashes, check the following:
3: You can hear the beep sound
or a caution
lamp on the
when BEEP is set to ON (p. 28).
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The battery is weak or dead,
Slow flashing: The battery is weak.
Fast flashing:
The battery
is dead.
I_ The tape is near the end.
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The tape has run out,
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No tape has been inserted.
The tab on the tape is out (red) (p. 8).
Moisture condenIiation has occurred
(p. 38).
indicator appears only when the cassette
is inserted.
[]
The video heads may be contaminated
(p, 38).
Some other trouble has occurred.
Disconnect the power source and contact
your Sony dealer or local authorized
facili W.
_] The lithium battery is weak or is not
installed (p. 31).
This indicator flashes just only after
powering on.
55
A
F,G,H
Adjusting viewfinder ........ 10
AUTO DATE ...................... 11
Fast-forward
S
....................... 16
5 sec, recording
.................. 25
High-speed
shutter mode. 24
House current ..................... 19
B
BACK I.IGHT
..................... 23
BEEP ..............................
11, 28
Lithium
Camera
recording
Car battery
Charging
CINEMA
................ 9
..........................
21
battery .................. 6
mode ........... _.._. 27
Cleaning video heads ........ 38
COUNTER RESET ............. 11
battery
...................... 22
DEMO mode
...................... 53
E
jack ...:. 50
on TV .................. 56
zoom ........................
PROGRAM
DATE/TIME
11
AE ................... 24
Q, R
REC MODE .........................
28
Rec. Review
15
........................
Remote
Commander
Ediling ................................. 30
EDITSEARCH .................... 15
Remote
control jack (LANC)
...............................................
48
EJECT ..................................... 8
END SEARCH .................... 18
Rewind
16
Sony Corporation
Printed in Japan
............ 5
T,U,V
Tripod mounting ............... 14
Trouble check ..................... 43
Twilight
mode .................... 24
Playback pause ................... 17
Power sources .................... 19
Power
D
accessories
Tape counter ....................... !1
Title ...................................... 26
M, N, O, P
Playback
Standby mode .................... 10
STEADY SHOT .................. 27
48
.................. 31
MIC (microphm_e)
strap .................... 49
Sports mode ........................ 24
STANDBY ....................... 9, I0
Supplied
I, J, K, L
LANC .................................
C
Shoulder
......... 51
................................
W, X, Y, Z
Zoom
...................................
11
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