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Sony Handycam Vision CCD-TRV56E Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
Инструкция по эксплуатации
Перед эксплуатацией аппарата внимательно прочтите,
пожалуйста, данное руководство и сохраняйте его для
дальнейших справок.
CCD-TRV94E
CCD-TRV54E/TRV56E
©1997 by Sony Corporation
3-859-617-13 (1)

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Инструкция по эксплуатации Перед эксплуатацией аппарата внимательно прочтите, пожалуйста, данное руководство и сохраняйте его для дальнейших справок. CCD-TRV94E CCD-TRV54E/TRV56E ©1997 by Sony Corporation 3-859-617-13 (1)
  • Page 2 English Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam Vision™ camcorder. With your Handycam Vision you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam Vision is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Resetting the date and time ... 90 Usable cassettes and playback modes ... 91 Tips for using the battery pack ... 93 Maintenance information and precautions ... 98 Using your camcorder abroad ... 104 Trouble check ... 105 Self-diagnosis function ... 109 Specifications ... 115 Identifying the parts ...
  • Page 4 Руский Оглавление Перед началом эксплуатации Использование данного руководства ... 5 Проверка прилагаемых принадлежностей ... 7 Подготовка к эксплуатации Зарядка и установка баратейного блока ... 8 Вставка кассеты ... 12 Основные операции Запись с помощью видеокамеры ... 13 Использование функции наезда видеокамеры...

  • Page 5: Before You Begin

    “CCD-TRV94E 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 ≥ in the illustrations, you can hear the beep sound to confirm your operation.

  • Page 6: Precautions On Camcorder Care

    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 the camcorder get wet may cause the unit to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired [a].

  • Page 7: Checking Supplied Accessories

    6 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 71) 7 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 123) Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, video tape, etc. Проверка прилагаемых принадлежностей...

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    “InfoLITHIUM“ battery. If you use any other battery to operate your camcorder, the camcorder may not operate or the battery life may be shortened. “InfoLITHIUM“ is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Charging the battery pack Charge the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration.
  • Page 9 (supplied) 100 (90) 55 (50) NP-F730 290 (260) 165 (150) 235 (210) 135 (120) NP-F930 460 (415) 260 (235) 210 (190) 370 (330) CCD-TRV56E Battery Continuous Typical pack recording recording time* time** NP-F530 150 (135) 85 (75) 55 (50) (supplied)
  • Page 10 •If the CHARGE lamp does not light, disconnect the mains lead. After about one minute, reconnect the mains lead again. •You cannot operate the camcorder using the AC power adaptor while charging the battery pack. •When a fully charged battery pack is installed, the CHARGE lamp will light once, then go out.

  • Page 11: Installing The Battery Pack

    Note on installing the NP-F930 battery pack Use the camcorder while lifting up the viewfinder slightly. Note on the battery pack Do not carry the camcorder by grasping the battery pack. To remove the battery pack While pressing BATT RELEASE (PUSH), slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 12: Inserting A Cassette

    Inserting a cassette Make sure that the power source is installed. When you want to record in the Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassette H (CCD-TRV94E only). (1) While pressing the small blue button on the EJECT switch, slide it in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 13: Basic Operations Camera Recording

    When you use the camcorder for the first time, power on it and reset the date and time to your time before you start recording (p. 90). The date...
  • Page 14 To focus the viewfinder lens If you cannot see the indicators in the viewfinder clearly, or after someone else has used the camcorder, focus the viewfinder lens. Turn the viewfinder lens adjustment ring [a] (CCD- TRV54E/TRV56E) or move the viewfinder lens...
  • Page 15 Camera recording Note on Standby mode If you leave the camcorder in Standby mode for 5 minutes while the cassette is inserted, the camcorder turns off automatically. This prevents wearing down the battery and wearing out the tape. To resume Standby mode, turn STANDBY down and up again.

  • Page 16: Using The Zoom Feature

    When moving from indoors to outdoors (or vice versa) Turn STANDBY up and point the camcorder at a white object for about 15 seconds so that the white balance is properly adjusted. Using the zoom feature Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the scene.
  • Page 17 Camera recording Zooming speed (Variable speed zooming) Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom, move it further for a faster zoom. 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”...

  • Page 18: Selecting The Start/Stop Mode

    Camera recording Selecting the START/STOP mode 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 OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) Set START/STOP MODE to the desired mode.

  • Page 19: Shooting With The Lcd Screen

    Camera recording Shooting with the LCD screen You can also record the picture while looking at the LCD screen. When using the LCD screen, the viewfinder turns off automatically. You cannot monitor the sound from the speaker during recording. (1) While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) Adjust the angle of the LCD panel.

  • Page 20: Letting The Subject Monitor The Shot

    •When closing the LCD panel, turn it vertically until it clicks [a]. •When turning the LCD panel, turn it always vertically; otherwise, the camcorder body may be damaged or the LCD panel may not close properly [b]. •Close the LCD panel completely when not in use.
  • Page 21 Letting the subject monitor the shot Notes on mirror mode •When you turn the LCD panel about 135 degrees to 200 degrees, the camcorder enters mirror mode. •Using the mirror mode, you can record yourself while watching yourself on the LCD [a].

  • Page 22: Hints For Better Shooting

    For hand-held shots, you’ll get better results by holding the camcorder according to the following suggestions: • Hold the camcorder firmly and secure it with the grip strap so that you can easily manipulate the controls with your thumb. •Place your right elbow against your side.
  • Page 23 If you have a tripod for a still camera, you can also use it with the camcorder. When attaching a non-Sony tripod, make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 6.5 mm (9/32 inch). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage the camcorder.

  • Page 24: Checking The Recorded Picture

    You can monitor the sound from the speaker or headphones. Hold down the – side of EDITSEARCH until the camcorder goes back to the scene you want. The last recorded portion is played back. To go forward, hold down the + side (Edit Search).
  • Page 25 Checking the recorded picture To stop playback Release EDITSEARCH. 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 (10 seconds in LP mode) and stops. Note that this function does not work once you eject the cassette after you recorded on the tape.

  • Page 26: Playing Back A Tape

    LCD screen if necessary. (4) Press · to start playback. (5) Adjust the volume using VOLUME. You can also monitor the picture on a TV screen, after connecting the camcorder to a TV or VCR. POWER CAMERA To stop playback, press π.
  • Page 27 When monitoring on the LCD screen You can turn the LCD panel over and move back to the camcorder with the LCD screen facing out [a]. You can adjust the angle of the LCD screen by turning the LCD screen up to 15 degrees [b].

  • Page 28: Various Playback Modes

    Playing back a tape Various playback modes With CCD-TRV54E/TRV94E, you can enjoy clear pictures during still, slow and picture search. With CCD-TRV56E, you can enjoy clear pictures on the LCD screen during still, slow and picture search. (Crystal-clear still/slow/picture search).
  • Page 29 •Streaks appear and the sound is muted in the various playback modes. •When playback pause mode lasts for 5 minutes, the camcorder automatically enters stop mode. •Horizontal noise appears at the centre of the screen when you play back a tape in reverse if the RC time code or the Data Code is displayed on the screen (CCD-TRV94E only).
  • Page 30 Playing back a tape To display the date or time when you recorded Press DATE or TIME on the camcorder. To make the date or time disappear, press it again. To display the date and time when you recorded, press TIME (or DATE) after pressing DATE (or TIME).

  • Page 31: Searching For The End Of The Picture

    Searching for the end of the picture 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 (10 seconds in LP mode) of the recorded portion play back.

  • Page 32: Advanced Operations Using Alternative Power Sources

    (1) Connect the mains lead to the mains. (2) Lift up the viewfinder. (3) Slide the connecting plate down into the guides at the rear of the camcorder until it clicks. To remove the connecting plate The connecting plate is removed in the same way as the battery pack.

  • Page 33: Using A Car Battery

    After about one minute, reconnect the mains lead. Using a car battery Use Sony DC-V515A car battery charger (not supplied). Connect the car battery cord to the cigarette lighter socket of a car (12 V or 24 V).

  • Page 34: Changing The Mode Settings

    You can change the mode settings in the menu system to further enjoy the features and functions of the camcorder. (1) Press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select the desired item, then press the dial.

  • Page 35: Selecting The Mode Setting Of Each Item

    Items for both CAMERA and VTR modes COMMANDER <ON/OFF> •Select ON when using the supplied Remote Commander for the camcorder. •Select OFF when not using the Remote Commander. REC MODE* <SP/LP> •Select SP when recording in SP (standard play) mode.
  • Page 36 D ZOOM* <ON/OFF> •Select ON to activate digital zooming. •Select OFF to not use the digital zoom. The camcorder goes back to 15x zoom. REC LAMP* <ON/OFF> •Select OFF when you do not want the camera recording/battery lamp at the front of the unit to light up.
  • Page 37 Eject the cassette, if inserted. Select ON of DEMO MODE and erase the menu display. The demonstration will begin. When you turn off the camcorder once, DEMO MODE automatically returns to STBY. Изменение установок режимов AUTO DATE* <ON/OFF> (Только CCD- TRV54E/TRV56E) •Выберите...
  • Page 38 Changing the mode settings Items for VTR mode only EDIT <ON/OFF> •Select ON to minimize picture deterioration when editing. •Normally select OFF. HiFi SOUND <STEREO/1/2> •Normally select STEREO. •Select 1 or 2 to play back a dual sound track tape. NTSC PB* <ON PAL TV/NTSC 4.43>...

  • Page 39: Fade-In And Fade-Out

    When fading out, the picture gradually fades to black or mosaic while the sound decreases. When fading in [a] (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press FADER until the FADER or M. (mosaic) FADER indicator flashes. (2) Press START/STOP to start recording. The fade indicator stops flashing.

  • Page 40: Overlapping Two Pictures - Ccd-Trv54E/Trv94E Only

    When using the overlap function, the picture gradually fades in over a still picture of the last scene recorded. (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press FADER repeatedly until the OVERLAP indicator flashes. The still picture is mixed in the moving picture with halftone.
  • Page 41 – Low Lux mode of PROGRAM AE – Title •If you do not record anything before operating the overlap function, the camcorder memorizes the image on the tape. As the image is being memorized, the OVERLAP indicator flashes quickly, and the picture you are shooting disappears from the viewfinder.

  • Page 42: Wiping Away A Still Picture (Ccd-Trv54E/ Trv94E Only)

    When using the wipe function, the picture gradually wipes away the still picture of the last scene recorded. (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press FADER repeatedly until the WIPE indicator flashes. (2) Press START/STOP to start recording.
  • Page 43 – Low Lux mode of PROGRAM AE – Title •If you do not record anything before operating the wipe function, the camcorder memorizes the image on the tape. As the image is being memorized, the WIPE indicator flashes quickly, and the picture you are shooting disappears from the viewfinder.

  • Page 44: Using The Wide Mode Function

    Using the wide mode function Selecting the desired mode You can record a cinemalike picture (CINEMA) or a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide- screen TV (16:9 FULL). CINEMA CINEMA 16:9 FULL 16:9 FULL CINEMA Black bands appear at the top and the bottom of the screen, and the viewfinder or LCD screen [a] and a normal TV screen [b] look wide.
  • Page 45 Using the wide mode function Using the wide mode function While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press 16:9 WIDE repeatedly so that the desired mode indicator appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. To cancel wide mode Press 16:9 WIDE repeatedly until the wide mode indicator disappears.

  • Page 46: Photo Recording (Ccd-Trv54E/Trv94E Only)

    STANDBY while using the DIGITAL EFFECT function, the operation being executed is cancelled. •When recording a still picture, do not shake the camcorder. The picture may fluctuate. •The shutter speed is automatically adjusted up to 1/1000 second depending on the environment.

  • Page 47: Enjoying Picture Effect

    Enjoying picture effect Selecting picture effect You can make pictures like those of television with the Picture Effect function. PASTEL [a] The contrast of the picture is emphasized, and the picture looks like an animated cartoon. NEG. ART [b] The colour and brightness of the picture is reversed.

  • Page 48: Using Picture Effect Function

    Press PICTURE EFFECT. The indicator in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen goes out. Notes on the picture effect •When you turn the power off, the camcorder returns automatically to normal mode. •While using the picture effect function, you...

  • Page 49: Superimposing A Still Picture On A Moving Picture (Ccd-Trv54E/Trv94E Only)

    Using the still function, you can record a still picture to be superimposed on a moving picture. The sound is recorded normally. (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode or recording mode, press DIGITAL EFFECT and turn the control dial until the STILL indicator flashes.

  • Page 50: Recording Still Pictures Successively (Ccd- Trv54E/Trv94E Only)

    Using the flash motion function, you can record still pictures successively at constant intervals. The sound is recorded normally. (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode or recording mode, press DIGITAL EFFECT and turn the control dial until the FLASH indicator flashes.

  • Page 51: Replacing A Brighter Portion Of A Still Picture With A Moving Picture (Ccd-Trv54E/Trv94E Only)

    Recording still pictures successively To cancel the flash motion function Press DIGITAL EFFECT. Notes on the flash motion function •You cannot use the following functions during the flash motion recording – Functions using the FADER button – Low Lux mode of PROGRAM AE •When you set the POWER switch to OFF, the flash motion function will be cancelled automatically.
  • Page 52 Replacing a brighter portion of a still picture with a moving picture (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode or recording mode, press DIGITAL EFFECT and turn the control dial until the LUMI. indicator flashes. (2) Press the control dial.

  • Page 53: Adding An Incidental Image To Pictures (Ccd-Trv54E/Trv94E Only)

    The sound is recorded normally. You can adjust the vanishing time of the incidental image with the control dial. (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode or recording mode, press DIGITAL EFFECT and turn the control dial until the TRAIL indicator flashes.

  • Page 54: Using Slow Shutter (Ccd-Trv54E/Trv94E Only)

    1/25, 1/12, 1/6 or 1/3 (slow shutter). (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode or recording mode, press DIGITAL EFFECT and turn the control dial until the SLOW SHTR (shutter) indicator flashes.

  • Page 55: Adding An Old Movie Type Atmosphere To Pictures (Ccd-Trv54E/Trv94E Only)

    CINEMA, picture effect to SEPIA, and the appropriate shutter speed. (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode or recording mode, press DIGITAL EFFECT and turn the control dial until the OLD MOVIE indicator flashes.

  • Page 56: Focusing Manually

    Focusing manually When to use manual focus In the following cases you should obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually. •Insufficient light [a] •Subjects with little contrast - walls, sky, etc. [b] •Too much brightness behind the subject [c] •Horizontal stripes [d] •Subjects through frosted glass •Subjects beyond nets, etc.
  • Page 57 Focusing manually Focusing manually When focusing manually, first focus in telephoto before recording, and then reset the shot length. (1) Set FOCUS to MANUAL. The f indicator appears in the viewfinder. (2) Move the power zoom lever to the “T” side until the lever reaches the end.

  • Page 58: Using The Program Ae Function

    Using the PROGRAM AE function Selecting the best mode You can select one of seven PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shooting situation, referring to the following. Spotlight mode For subjects in spotlight, such as at the theatre or a formal event.
  • Page 59 Notes on focus setting •In the Spotlight, Sports lesson and Beach & Ski modes, you cannot take close-ups because the camcorder is set to focus only on subjects in the middle to far distance. •In the Sunset & Moon and Landscape modes, the camcorder is set to focus only on distant subjects.

  • Page 60: Shooting With Backlighting

    Shooting 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 c indicator appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. [a] Subject is too dark because of backlight.

  • Page 61: Adjusting The Exposure

    Adjusting the exposure When to adjust the exposure Adjust the exposure manually under the following cases. •The background is too bright (back lighting) •Insufficient light: most of the picture is dark •Bright subject and dark background •To record the darkness faithfully Adjusting the exposure (1) Press EXPOSURE.

  • Page 62: Releasing The Steady Shot Function

    To get the best colour, you must maintain a sufficient light level. When you adjust the exposure manually •BACK LIGHT does not work. •If you press PROGRAM AE, the camcorder automatically returns to automatic exposure mode. Releasing the STEADY...

  • Page 63: Superimposing A Title

    Using titles To add the title from the beginning (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press TITLE repeatedly until the desired title appears. Each time a new title appears, it is flashing.
  • Page 64 Superimposing a title To add the title while you are recording (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press TITLE repeatedly until the desired title appears. Each time a new title appears, it is flashing. (2) When the desired title appears, wait for it to stop flashing, and press TITLE again to erase the title from the display.

  • Page 65: To Select The Position Of The Title

    Superimposing a title To select the colour of the title (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select TITLE COL, then press the dial. (3) Turn the control dial to select the desired colour, then press the dial.

  • Page 66: Making Your Own Titles

    We recommend to eject the cassette before you begin. Your title can have up to 22 characters. (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select TITLE1 SET or TITLE2 SET, then press the dial.

  • Page 67: Re-Recording A Picture In The Middle Of A Recorded Tape (Ccd-Trv94E Only)

    The title is stored immediately (and you can skip step 5). If you take 5 minutes or longer to enter characters while a cassette is in the camcorder The power goes off automatically. Characters you have entered remain. Turn STANDBY down...
  • Page 68 Re-recording a picture in the middle of a recorded tape (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, keep pressing the + (forward playback) or – (reverse playback) side of EDITSEARCH, and release the button where you want to end the insertion [b].

  • Page 69: Recording With The Date/Time

    Re-recording a picture in the middle of a recorded tape Notes on re-recording •The picture and the sound may be distorted at the end of the inserted portion when it is played back. •If you re-record on the portion which contains non-recorded section, the zero memory function may not work correctly.

  • Page 70: Optimizing The Recording Condition

    Use this feature to check the tape condition before recording, so that you can get the best possible picture (ORC). (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select ORC TO SET, then press the dial.

  • Page 71: Watching On A Tv Screen

    Watching on a TV screen Connect the camcorder to your VCR or TV to watch the playback picture on the TV screen. When monitoring the playback picture by connecting the camcorder to your TV, we recommend you to use mains for the power source.
  • Page 72 A/V connecting cable [b]. If your VCR or TV is a monaural type Connect only the white plug for audio on both the camcorder and the VCR or the TV. With this connection, the sound is monaural even in stereo mode.

  • Page 73: Enjoying Digital Effect During Playback (Ccd-Trv54E/Trv94E Only)

    You can watch the processed picture on a TV or use it for editing on other video equipment. You cannot record on this camcorder during this operation. (1) During playback, press DIGITAL EFFECT and turn the control dial until the desired digital effect indicator (STILL, FLASH, LUMI.

  • Page 74: Searching The Boundaries Of Recorded Date (Ccd-Trv94E Only)

    Searching the boundaries of recorded date – CCD-TRV94E only You can search for the boundary between recording dates using the Data Code automatically recorded on the tape. There are two modes: •Searching for the beginning of a specific date, and playing back from there (Date Search) •Searching for the beginning of all days, one after another, playing back about 10 seconds of each (Date Scan)
  • Page 75 Press ( and then press 0 or ). If you do Date Search or Date Scan during playback While the camcorder is looking for the date, a fast forward or rewind picture is displayed. Some noise is inevitable. If you have erased or rewritten the index...

  • Page 76: - Ccd-Trv94E Only

    Returning to a pre- registered position – CCD-TRV94E only Using the Remote Commander, you can easily go back to the desired point on a tape after playback. Use the tape counter. If the RC time code appears, set COUNTER to NORMAL in the menu system to display the tape counter.

  • Page 77: Locating The Marking Position (Ccd-Trv94E Only)

    Returning to a pre-registered position Notes on ZERO MEM •When you press ZERO MEM, the counter’s zero point is memorized. Press ZERO MEM again before rewinding to cancel the memory. •This function is canceled automatically once the tape is rewound or advanced to the point you pre-registered.
  • Page 78 Data Code recorded, the Data Code will be erased at the point on which the index signal is marked. When playing back this tape, the camcorder keeps displaying the Data Code immediately before the erased one. •A black band appears when you mark index signal during playback, and the sound cannot be heard.
  • Page 79 Locating the marking position Scanning the beginning of each marking position – index scan (1) Press INDEX on the Remote Commander during normal playback. (2) Press 0 or ). The tape rewinds or advances rapidly and plays back for approximately 10 seconds from the point on which the index signal was marked.

  • Page 80: Locating The Desired Marking Position – Index Search

    Locating the marking position Locating the desired marking position – index search (1) Press INDEX on the Remote Commander during stop or playback mode. (2) Press INDEX repeatedly until the index number of the desired programme is displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.

  • Page 81: Erasing An Index Signal

    (2) Press ERASE on the Remote Commander within 2 to 10 seconds while the desired programme plays back. After the index signal is erased, the camcorder returns to index scan when you used index scan in step 1. When you used index search, normal playback resumes.

  • Page 82: Writing The Rc Time Code On A Recorded Tape (Ccd-Trv94E Only)

    (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to VTR. (2) Rewind the tape to the beginning and set the camcorder to playback pause mode. (3) Press TIME CODE WRITE on the Remote Commander. The TIME CODE WRITE...
  • Page 83 RC time code recorded portion Rewind the tape to the portion on which the RC time code has been written and set the camcorder to playback pause mode. Then follow steps 3 and 4 above. The RC time code is written continuously.

  • Page 84: Editing Onto Another Tape

    VHS, k S-VHS, VHSC, K S-VHSC or l Betamax VCR that has video/audio inputs. Before editing Connect the camcorder to the VCR using the supplied A/V connecting cable. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE, if available. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to VTR.

  • Page 85: Recording From A Vcr Or Tv

    (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, and insert your recorded tape into the camcorder. (2) Play back the recorded tape on the camcorder until you locate the point where you want to start editing, then press P to set the camcorder in playback pause mode.
  • Page 86 Recording from a VCR or TV In recording and recording pause mode, S video and VIDEO/AUDIO jacks automatically work as input jacks. CCD-TRV54E/TRV56E AUDIO CCD-TRV94E AUDIO : Signal flow/ Передача сигнала – CCD-TRV94E only If your VCR or TV has an S video jack, connect using the S video cable (not supplied) [a] to obtain a high quality picture.
  • Page 87 (2) On the VCR, locate the start point to be inserted and set it to playback pause mode. (3) On the camcorder, locate the point where the insert should end by pressing 0 or ), then press P to set it to playback pause mode.

  • Page 88: Additional Information

    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.

  • Page 89: Changing The Lithium Battery In The Camcorder

    Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Changing the lithium battery When replacing the lithium battery, keep the battery pack or other power source attached. Otherwise, you will need to reset the date, time and other items in the menu system retained by the lithium battery.

  • Page 90: Resetting The Date And Time

    You can reset the date and time in the menu system. (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select CLOCK SET, then press the dial.

  • Page 91: Usable Cassettes And Playback Modes

    The year changes as follows: 1997 ˜ 1998 N · · · · n 2029 Note on the time indicator The internal clock of this camcorder operates on a 24-hour cycle. Usable cassettes and playback modes Selecting cassette types –...
  • Page 92 Note on AFM HiFi stereo 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 HiFi monaural video recorder/player. •You record the tape on an AFM HiFi monaural video recorder, then play it back on this camcorder.

  • Page 93: Tips For Using The Battery Pack

    POWER switch to OFF on the camcorder and replace the battery pack. Leave the tape in the camcorder to obtain a smooth transition between scenes after the battery pack has been replaced.
  • Page 94 Battery pack care •Remove the battery pack form the camcorder after using it, and keep it in a cool place. When the battery pack is installed to the camcorder, a small amount of current flows to the camcorder even if the POWER switch is set to OFF.
  • Page 95 What is “InfoLITHIUM” The “InfoLITHIUM” is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange data with compatible video equipment about its battery consumption. Sony recommends that you use the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack with video equipment having the mark.
  • Page 96 Set the camcorder to recording standby mode and point towards a stationary object. Do not move the camcorder for 30 seconds or more. •If the indication seems incorrect, use up the battery pack and then recharge it fully (Full charge ).
  • Page 97 Tips for using the battery pack Notes on charging A brand-new battery pack A brand-new battery pack is not charged. Before using the battery pack, charge it completely. Recharge the battery pack whenever you like You do not have to discharge it before recharging.

  • Page 98: Maintenance Information And Precautions

    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.

  • Page 99: Maintenance Information And Precautions

    Do not use a commercially available wet-type cleaning cassette. It may damage the video heads. Note If the Sony V8-25CLH cleaning cassette is not available in your area, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Информация по уходу за аппаратом и предосторожности...
  • Page 100 Maintenance information and precautions Removing dust from inside the viewfinder – CCD-TRV54E/TRV56E only (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.
  • Page 101 •Should any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug the camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. •Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens.
  • Page 102 (not supplied) to clean the LCD screen. •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.
  • Page 103 •If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a doctor. If any difficulty should arise, unplug the unit and contact your nearest Sony dealer. Информация по уходу за аппаратом и предосторожности...

  • Page 104: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following points. Power sources You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC power adaptor within 110 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Difference in colour systems This camcorder is a PAL system based camcorder.

  • Page 105: Trouble Check

    English 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 facility. Camcorder...
  • Page 106 Use a charged battery pack or the AC power adaptor. (p. 8, 32) • Moisture condensation has occurred. m Remove the cassette and leave the camcorder for at least 1 hour. (p. 98) • You pressed DATE and TIME together for more than 2 seconds.
  • Page 107 • EDIT is set to ON in the menu system. m Set it to OFF. (p. 38) • The video heads may be dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLH cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p. 99) • The LCD panel is open.
  • Page 108 Install another battery pack. When the CHARGE lamp flashes again The problem is with the AC power adaptor. Please contact your nearest Sony dealer in connection with the problem. * If you use a battery pack which you have just...

  • Page 109: Self-Diagnosis Function

    In this case, check the following table. First three digits If a difficulty persists after checking the problem a few times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Cause and/or Corrective Action • Moisture condensation has occurred.

  • Page 110: Проверка Неисправностей

    Если у Вас возникла проблема при обращении с видеокамероой, воспользуйтесь следующей таблицей для отыскания и устранения проблемы. Если трудности все еще остаются, то отсоедините источник питания и обратитесь к Вашему дилеру Sony или местное уполномоченное предприятие по обслуживанию Sony. Видеокамера Питание...
  • Page 111 Проверка неисправностей Признак Кассета не может быть вынута из держателя. Мигают иникаторы { и 6, и никакие функции, за исключением выталкивания кассеты, не работают. Мигает индикатор даты или времени. Лента не перемещается при нажатии кнопки видеорегулировки. Не активизируется функция устойчивой съемки. Функция...
  • Page 112 ее на OFF. (стр. 38) • Возможно загрязнены видеоголовки. m Очистить видеоголовки с использованием очистительной кассеты V8-25CLH Sony (не прилагается) (стр. 99) • Открыта панель ЖКД. m Закройте панель ЖКД. (стр. 20) • Если функция VF PW-SAVE установлена на ON, изображение...
  • Page 113 Если лампочка CHARGE мигает опять Имеется проблема у сетевого адаптера перем. тока. Обратитесь, пожалуйста, к Вашему ближайшему дилеру Sony в связи с имеющейся проблемой. * Если Вы используете батарейный блок, который Вы только что купили, или который был оставлен на длительное время, то...

  • Page 114: Функция Самодиагностики

    соответствии со следующей таблицей. Первые три знака Если проблема после ее многократной проверки не устраняется, обратитесь к Вашему дилеру Sony или в местный уполномоченный сервисный центр Sony. Причина и /или метод устранения • Произошла конденсация влаги. m Выньте кассету и оставьте видеокамеру по крайней мере...

  • Page 115: Specifications

    DC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.9 A in operating mode Battery charge terminal: 8.4 V, 1.4 A in charge mode Application Sony battery packs NP-F530, NP- F730, NP-F930 lithium ion type Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature –20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F)

  • Page 116: Технические Характеристики

    видеокамерой с использованием ЖКД CCD–TRV54E: 4,8 Bт CCD–TRV56E: 5,0 Bт CCD–TRV94E: 5,2 Bт Видоискатель CCD-TRV54E: 3,7 Вт CCD-TRV56E/TRV94E: 3,5 Вт Рабочая температура От 0°С до 40°С (от 32°F до 104°F) Температура хранения От –20°С до +60°С (от –4°F до +140°F) Размеры (приблиз.) 203 мм...

  • Page 117: Identifying The Parts

    Make sure that the length of the tripod screm is less than 6.5 mm (9/32 inch) otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage the camcorder. 8 OPEN button (p. 19) 9 VOLUME buttons (p. 26) 0 Eyecup !¡...
  • Page 118 Identifying the parts !ª @º @¡ @™ @£ @¢ @∞ !ª EJECT switch (p. 12) @º LANC l control jack l stands for Local Application Control Bus System. The l control jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video equipment and peripherals connected to it.
  • Page 119 Identifying the Parts #£ #¢ #∞ #§ #¶ #• #ª #£ START/STOP MODE switch (p. 18) #¢ STEADY SHOT switch (p. 62) #∞ Speaker (p. 27) #§ LCD screen (p. 19) #¶ Lithium battery compartment (p. 89) #• DIGITAL EFFECT button (CCD-TRV54E/ TRV94E only) (p.
  • Page 120 Identifying the Parts $§ $¶ $• $ª %º $§ TIME button (p. 30, 69) $¶ DATE button (p. 30, 69) $• DISPLAY button (p. 27) $ª TITLE button (p. 63) %º 16:9 WIDE button (p. 44) %¡ Viewfinder lens adjustment ring (CCD- TRV54E/TRV56E only) (p.
  • Page 121 Identifying the Parts Remote Commander The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the camcorder function identically. RMT-717 1 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control the camcorder after turning on the camcorder. 2 ZERO MEM button (p. 68, 76) 3 DATA CODE button (p.
  • Page 122 Remove the batteries when you will not use the Remote Commander for a long time. To use the Remote Commander Make sure that the COMMANDER is set to ON in the menu system on the camcorder. Обозначения частей Для подготовки пульта дистанционного управления...

  • Page 123: Attaching The Shoulder Strap

    VTR 2. The commander modes (1, 2 and 3) are used to distinguish this camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in commander mode VTR 2, we recommend you change the commander mode or cover the remote sensor of the VCR with black paper.
  • Page 124 Identifying the parts Operation indicators Viewfinder/Видоискатель FADER CINEMA MOSAIC TRAIL III ... 4 7 1997 !º !¡ !™ 1 WIND indicator (p. 36) 2 Manual focusing (p. 56) 3 PROGRAM AE indicator (p. 58) 4 Steady Shot indicator (p. 62) 5 Backlight indicator (p.
  • Page 125 Identifying the parts !ª Index indicator/Date search/Date scan indicator/TIME CODE WRITE indicator/ ZERO MEM indicator (CCD-TRV94E only) (p. 74, 76, 82) END SEARCH indicator (p. 25) PHOTO mode indicator (CCD-TRV54E/ TRV94E only) (p. 46) @º Exposure indicator (p. 61)/Zoom indicator (p.

  • Page 126: Warning Indicators

    7 The video heads may be contaminated. 8 Some other trouble has occurred. Use the self-diagnosis function (p.109). If the display does not disappear contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. 9 The lithium battery is weak or is not installed.

  • Page 127: Index

    Index A, B Adjusting viewfinder ... 14 AFM HiFi Sound ... 38, 92 ANTI GROUND SHOOTING . 18 Auto focus ... 56 Backlight ... 60 Beach & Ski mode ... 58 Beep ... 15 C, D Camera recording ... 13 Car battery ...
  • Page 128 Монтаж ... 84 Мягкий портретный режим .. 58 Наложение ... 40 Надпись ... 63 Наезд видеокамеры ... 16 Очистка видеоголовок ... 99 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan П Пауза воспроизведения ... 28 Пересмотр записи ... 24 Плечевой ремень ... 123 Пляжный...

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