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Sony Handycam Vision CCD-TRV89E Operating Instructions Manual

Sony Handycam Vision CCD-TRV89E Operating Instructions Manual

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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-TRV89E/TRV99E
©1998 by Sony Corporation
CCD-TRV99E
3-862-054-12 (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-TRV99E CCD-TRV89E/TRV99E ©1998 by Sony Corporation 3-862-054-12 (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

    Simple setting of clock by time difference ... 93 Usable cassettes and playback modes ... 94 Tips for using the battery pack ... 96 Maintenance information and precautions ... 100 Using your camcorder abroad ... 106 Trouble check ... 107 Self-diagnosis display ... 113 Specifications ... 115 Identifying the parts ...
  • Page 4 Русский Оглавление Перед началом эксплуатации Использование данного руководства ... 5 Проверка прилагаемых принадлежностей ... 7 Подготовка к эксплуатации Установка и зарядка батарейного блока ... 8 Вставка кассеты ... 13 Основные операции Запись с помощью видеокамеры ... 14 Использование функции наезда видеокамеры...

  • Page 5: Before You Begin

    “CCD-TRV99E 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. 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

    7 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 124) 8 Video IR light (1)/Screwdriver (1) CCD-TRV99E only 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 Проверьте, что следующие принадлежности...

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Before using your camcorder, you first need to install and charge the battery pack. This camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Installing the battery pack (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) While pressing BATT RELEASE, slide the battery terminal cover in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 9: Charging The Battery Pack

    FULL appears in the display window. Before using the camcorder with the battery pack, unplug the AC power adaptor from the DC IN jack of the camcorder. You can also use the battery pack before it is completely charged. POWER CAMERA Уcтaнoвка...
  • Page 10 Installing and charging the battery pack Notes • “– – – min” appears in the display window until the camcorder calculates remaining battery time. • Remaining battery time indication in the display window roughly indicates the recording time with the viewfinder. Use it as a guide.
  • Page 11 Numbers in parentheses indicate the time when you use a normally charged battery. Battery life will be shorter if you use the camcorder in a cold environment. * Approximate continuous recording time at 25°C (77°F). ** Approximate minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/stop, zooming and turning the power on/off.
  • Page 12 To remove the battery pack While pressing BATT RELEASE, slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow. You can look at the demonstration of the functions available with this camcorder (p. 39). Уcтaнoвка и зарядка батарейного блока Примечания к индикации оставшегося...

  • Page 13: 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. (1) While pressing the small blue button on the EJECT switch, slide it in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 14: 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. 92). The date is automatically recorded for 10 seconds after you start recording (AUTO DATE feature).
  • Page 15 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-TRV89E) or move the viewfinder lens...
  • Page 16 When this happens, colours in the viewfinder may change. 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 for saving battery power as well as for preventing the battery and tape from wearing down.

  • Page 17: Using The Zoom Feature

    Camera recording Note on the AUTO DATE feature – CCD-TRV89E only The clock is set at the factory to Sydney time for Australia and New Zealand models, to Tokyo time for the models sold in Japan, and to Hong Kong time for other models. You can reset the clock in the menu system.
  • Page 18 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 19: Selecting The Start/Stop Mode

    Camera recording Selecting the START/STOP mode Your camcorder has three modes. 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 20: 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 21: Letting The Subject Monitor The Shot (Mirror Mode)

    •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 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

    (6) Adjust the volume using VOLUME and adjust the brightness of the LCD screen using LCD BRIGHT. 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 p.
  • 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 You can enjoy clear pictures during still, slow and picture search. (Crystal-clear still/slow/picture search) To view a still picture (playback pause) Press P during playback. To resume playback, press P or (. To locate a scene (picture search) Keep pressing 0 or ) during playback.
  • 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 or top and bottom of the screen when you play back a tape in reverse.
  • 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

    You can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack, the mains, alkaline batteries and 12/24 V car battery. Choose the appropriate power source depending on where you want to use your camcorder. Place Power source Mains...

  • Page 33: Using A Car Battery

    Keep the AC power adaptor away from the camcorder if the picture is disturbed. 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 icon in the left side of the menu, then press the dial.

  • Page 35: Selecting The Mode Setting Of Each Item

    •Select LP when recording in LP (long play) mode. When a tape recorded on this camcorder in LP mode is played back on other types of 8mm camcorders or VCRs, the playback quality may not be as good as that on this camcorder.
  • Page 36 CAMERA mode. AUTO TV ON* <ON/OFF> (CCD-TRV99E only) You can use this feature only with Sony TVs. • Select ON to turn on the TV automatically when using the LASER LINK function. • Select OFF not to turn on the TV.
  • Page 37 •Select OFF when you do not want to hear the beep sound. COMMANDER <ON/OFF> •Select ON when using the supplied Remote Commander for the camcorder. •Select OFF when not using the Remote Commander. DISPLAY* <LCD or V-OUT/LCD> •Normally select LCD. The display appears on the LCD screen.
  • Page 38 Items for CAMERA mode only D ZOOM* <ON/OFF> •Select ON to activate digital zooming. •Select OFF to not use the digital zoom. The camcorder goes back to 18x zoom. 16:9WIDE* <OFF/CINEMA/16:9FULL> •Normally select OFF. •Select CINEMA to record in CINEMA mode.
  • Page 39 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. WORLD TIME* Select this item to set the clock by a time difference.
  • Page 40 Changing the mode settings Items for VTR mode only HiFi SOUND <STEREO/1/2> •Normally select STEREO. •Select 1 or 2 to play back a dual sound track tape. EDIT <ON/OFF> •Select ON to minimize picture deterioration when editing. •Normally select OFF. TBC* <ON/OFF>...

  • Page 41: 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 42: Using The Fader Function

    Using the FADER function Selecting the fader function You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. When the picture fades in, the sound gradually increases. When the picture fades out, the sound gradually decreases. FADER M.FADER (mosaic) / (мозаика) STRIPE...
  • Page 43 Using the FADER function Using the fader function When fading in [a] (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press FADER until the desired fade indicator flashes. (2) Press START/STOP to start recording. The fade indicator stops flashing. When fading out [b] (1) During recording, press FADER until the desired fade indicator flashes.
  • Page 44 – Low Lux mode of PROGRAM AE (overlap/wipe function only) •If you do not record anything before operating the wipe or overlap function, the camcorder memorizes the image on the tape. As the image is being memorized, the WIPE or OVERLAP indicator flashes quickly, and the picture you are shooting disappears from the viewfinder.

  • Page 45: Shooting In The Dark (Nightshot)

    This function may record picture nearly in monochrome. (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON. (2) Press START/STOP to start recording. and “NIGHTSHOT” indicators flash.

  • Page 46: Photo Recording

    You can also select the photo mode (NORMAL, FADE, SHUTTER) in the menu system (p. 34). FADE PHOTO SHUTTER PHOTO (1) While the camcorder is standby mode, keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a still picture appears. CAPTURE appears. To change the still picture, release PHOTO, select a still picture again, and then press and hold PHOTO lightly.
  • Page 47 – while the DIGITAL EFFECT function is set or in use. – while the FADER function is in use. •When recording a still picture, do not shake the camcorder. The picture may fluctuate. •When flashes, the appropriate brightness may not be obtained.

  • Page 48: 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 49 Using the wide mode function Using the wide mode function You can select the wide mode (OFF, CINEMA, 16:9FULL) in the menu system (p. 34). To cancel wide mode Select OFF in the menu system. To watch the tape recorded in wide mode To watch the tape recorded in CINEMA mode, set the screen mode of the wide-screen TV to...

  • Page 50: 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 51 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 52: Superimposing A Still Picture On A Moving Picture

    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 53: Recording Still Pictures Successively

    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 54: Replacing A Brighter Portion Of A Still Picture With A Moving Picture

    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 –...
  • Page 55 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 56: Adding An Incidental Image To Pictures

    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 57: Using Slow Shutter

    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 58: Adding An Old Movie Type Atmosphere To Pictures

    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 59: 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 60 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 or on the LCD screen. (2) Move the power zoom lever to the end of the “T”...

  • Page 61: 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 62: 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 cannot select the old movie function with DIGITAL EFFECT.

  • Page 63: 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 64 When you adjust the exposure manually • BACK LIGHT does not work. • If you change the PROGRAM AE mode, the camcorder automatically returns to automatic exposure mode. Регулировка экспозиции Съемка, когда солнце находится у Вас за спиной...

  • Page 65: Superimposing A Title

    Superimposing a title You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles. You can also select the language, colour, size and position of titles. Superimposing titles (1) Press TITLE to display the title menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select the dial.
  • Page 66 Superimposing a title To superimpose the title from beginning After step 7, press START/STOP to start recording. To superimpose the title while you are recording After pressing START/STOP to start recording, start from step 1. In this case, beep is not heard. To select the language of preset title When you want to select the language, select before step 2.

  • Page 67: Making Your Own Titles

    Making your own titles You can make up to two titles and store them in the camcorder. We recommend to set the POWER switch to VTR or eject the cassette before you begin. Your title can have up to 20 characters.

  • Page 68: Re-Recording A Picture In The Middle Of A Recorded Tape (Ccd-Trv99E Only)

    Note You can not enter over 20 characters title. 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 once and then up again, then proceed from step...
  • Page 69 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 70: 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 71: 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 Ò, then press the dial.

  • Page 72: Releasing The Steady Shot Function

    Watching on a TV screen Connect the camcorder to your TV or VCR 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 the mains for the power source.
  • Page 73 : Signal flow/ Передача сигнала If your TV or VCR is a monaural type Connect only the white plug for audio on both the camcorder and the TV or the VCR. With this connection, the sound is monaural even in stereo model.
  • Page 74 LASER LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation. To play back on a TV (1) After connecting your TV and AV cordless IR receiver, set the POWER switch on the AV cordless IR receiver to ON.
  • Page 75 Watching on a TV screen If you use a Sony TV •You can turn on the TV automatically when you press the LASER LINK or ( button. To do so, set the AUTO TV ON to ON in the menu system and turn the TV’s main switch on, then...

  • Page 76: Enjoying Digital Effect During Playback

    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 77: Searching The Boundaries Of Recorded Date (Ccd-Trv99E Only)

    Searching the boundaries of recorded date – CCD-TRV99E 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 78 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 79: - Ccd-Trv99E Only

    Returning to a pre- registered position – CCD-TRV99E 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 80: Locating The Marking Position (Ccd-Trv99E 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 cancelled automatically once the tape is rewound or advanced to the point you pre-registered.
  • Page 81 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 82 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 83: 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 84: 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 85: Writing The Rc Time Code On A Recorded Tape (Ccd-Trv99E 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 86 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 87: Editing Onto Another Tape

    (3) On the VCR, locate the recording start point and set the VCR in recording pause mode. (4) First press P on the camcorder, and after a few seconds press P on the VCR to start editing.

  • Page 88: Recording From A Vcr Or Tv

    VCR or TV. If your VCR or TV does not have an S VIDEO OUT jack, connect cable [b]. Do not connect the S video cable (not supplied) [a] to the camcorder. To stop recording Press p.
  • Page 89 (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 90: 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 91: Changing The Lithium Battery In The Camcorder

    Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder WARNING The battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose of in fire. Changing the lithium battery When replacing the lithium battery, keep the battery pack or other power source attached.

  • Page 92: Resetting The Date And Time

    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 the dial. (3) Turn the control dial to select CLOCK SET, then press the dial.

  • Page 93: Simple Setting Of Clock By Time Difference

    You can easily set the clock for a local time by a time difference in the menu system. (1) While the camcorder is the standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select the dial.

  • Page 94: Usable Cassettes And Playback Modes

    What is video Hi8 “XR”, that is an abbreviation of “Extended Resolution”, represents the new type of 8 mm camcorder that has the property to realize more quality picture compared with the conventional camcorders. You can record and play back pictures more clearly in detail with the “XR”...
  • Page 95 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 96: 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 97 The life of the battery pack If the battery indicator flashes rapidly just after turning on the camcorder 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 10°C to 30°C (from 50°F to 86°F).
  • Page 98 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 99 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, recharge it fully (Full charge**). Note that if you have used...

  • Page 100: 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 101: Maintenance Information And Precautions

    повторяйте очистку более 5 раз за один прием.) Предостережение Не используйте имеющуюся в продаже очистительную кассету влажного типа. Она может повредить видеоголовки. Примечание Если очистительной кассеты V8-25CLH/V8- 25CLD фирмы Sony нет в продаже в Вашей области, проконсультируйтесь у Вашего ближайшего дилера Sony.
  • Page 102 Maintenance information and precautions Removing dust from inside the viewfinder – CCD-TRV89E 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 103 •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 104 Maintenance information and precautions Camcorder care • When the camcorder is not to be used for a long time, remove the tape. Periodically turn on the power, operate the camera and player sections and play back a tape for about 3 minutes.
  • Page 105 •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 106: 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 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Difference in colour systems This camcorder is a PAL system based camcorder.

  • Page 107: 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 108 Use a charged battery pack or the AC power adaptor. (p. 9, 32) • Moisture condensation has occurred. m Remove the cassette and leave the camcorder for at least 1 hour. (p. 100) • You pressed DATE and TIME together for more than 2 seconds.
  • Page 109 • EDIT is set to ON in the menu system. m Set it to OFF. (p. 34) • The video heads may be dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLH/V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p. 101) • The LCD panel is open.
  • Page 110 Если у Вас возникла какая-либо проблема при использовании видеокамеры, воспользуйтесь следующей таблицей для отыскания и устранения проблемы. Если трудности все еще остаются, то отсоедините источник питания и обратитесь к Вашему дилеру Sony или на местное уполномоченное предприятие по обслуживанию Sony. Видеокамера Питание...
  • Page 111 Проверка неисправностей Признак Запись останавливается через несколько секунд. Кассета не может быть вынута из держателя. Мигают индикаторы { и 6, и никакие функции, за исключением выталкивания кассеты, не работают. Мигает индикатор даты или времени. Лента не перемещается при нажатии кнопки видеоконтроля. Не...
  • Page 112 Вставьте кассету и демонстрация прекратится. Вы можете отключить демонстрационный режим. (стр. 39) • Встроенная люминесцентная лампа вышла из строя. m Свяжитесь с Вашим ближайшим дилером Sony. • Была активизирована функция самодиагностики. m Проверьте код и устраните проблему. (стр. 114) •...

  • Page 113: Self-Diagnosis Display

    Five-digit display C:21:ππ C:22:ππ C:23:ππ C:31:ππ C:32:ππ E:61:ππ E:62:ππ If you are unable to resolve the problem, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. LCD screen Self-diagnosis display •C:ππ:ππ You can service the camcorder yourself. •E:ππ:ππ Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony facilitiy.
  • Page 114 Пятизначный дисплей C:21:ππ C:22:ππ C:23:ππ C:31:ππ C:32:ππ C:61:ππ C:62:ππ Если Вы не можете решить проблему, то свяжитесь с Вашим дилером Sony или местным уполномоченным предприятием Sony. Экран ЖКД Дисплей самодиагностики • C:ππ:ππ Вы можете выполнить техническое обслуживание видеокамеры самостоятельно. • E:ππ:ππ...

  • Page 115: Specifications

    English Specifications Video camera recorder System Video recording system 2 rotary heads Helical scanning FM system Audio recording system Rotary heads, FM system Video signal PAL colour, CCIR standards Usable cassette 8mm video format cassette Hi8 or standard 8 Recording / Playback time (using 90 min.
  • Page 116 Русский Технические характеристики Видеокамера Система Система видеозаписи 2 вращающиеся головки Система ЧМ наклонной механической развертки Система аудиозаписи Вращающиеся головки, система ЧМ Видеосигнал Цветовой сигнал PAL, стандарт CCIR Используемые кассеты Кассеты 8-мм видеоформата Hi8 или 8 мм стандарт Время записи/ воспроизведения (с использованием...

  • Page 117: Identifying The Parts

    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. Опознавание частей 1 Кнопка EDITSEARCH (стр. 24) 2 Кнопка LASER LINK (только CCD- TRV99E) (стр.
  • Page 118 Identifying the parts !¢ !∞ !§ !¶ !• !ª @º @¡ !¢ Viewfinder (p. 15) !∞ Speaker (p. 27) !§ LCD screen (p. 20) !¶ LCD BRIGHT buttons (p. 20) !• OPEN button (p. 19) !ª VOLUME buttons (p. 26) @º...
  • Page 119 Identifying the parts #¡ #™ #£ #¢ #∞ #§ #¶ #• #¡ COUNTER RESET button (p. 16) #™ TIME button (p. 70) #£ DATE button (p. 70) #¢ DISPLAY button (p. 27) #∞ TITLE button (p. 65) #§ END SEARCH button (p. 29) #¶...
  • Page 120 Identifying the parts $§ $¶ $• $ª %º %¡ $§ Eyecup RELEASE knob (CCD-TRV89E only) (p. 102) $¶ EJECT switch (p. 13) $• 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 121 To remove an accessory, loosen the screw, and then press down and pull out the accessory. If the camcorder does not work correctly with using the AC power adaptor, use the battery pack.
  • Page 122 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. 69, 78) 3 DATA CODE button (p.
  • Page 123 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: Attaching The Shoulder Strap

    Identifying the parts Attaching the shoulder strap Attach the supplied shoulder strap to the hooks for the shoulder strap. To watch the demonstration You can start the demonstration by setting DEMO MODE in the menu system. You can also start the demonstration by the following operation.
  • Page 125 Identifying the parts Operation indicators Viewfinder/Видоискатель STBY M.FADER CINEMA SEPIA AUTO DATE „ !¡ !™ !£ 1 Recording mode indicator (p. 35)/Mirror mode indicator (p. 21) 2 Playing back or recording in Hi8 format (p. 94) 3 Remaining battery time indicator 4 Exposure indicator (p.
  • Page 126 Identifying the parts !∞ Time code indicator (CCD-TRV99E only) (p. 85) !§ Tape counter (p. 16)/RC time code indicator (CCD-TRV99E only) (p. 85)/Self-diagnosis functions indicator (p. 113)/5SEC mode indicator (p. 19)/PHOTO mode indicator (p. 46) !¶ Remaining tape indicator !• Index indicator/Date search/Date scan indicator/TIME CODE WRITE indicator/ ZERO MEM indicator (CCD-TRV99E only) (p.

  • Page 127: Warning Indicators

    Warning indicators If indicators flash in the viewfinder or in the display window, check the following: ≥≥... : you can hear the beep sound when the BEEP is set to ON. CLEANING CASSETTE COPY INHIBIT 1 The battery is weak or dead. Slow flashing: The battery is weak.
  • Page 128 7 The video heads may be contaminated. 8 Some other trouble has occurred. Use the self-diagnosis function (p. 113). 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 129: Index

    Index A, B Adjusting viewfinder ... 15 AFM HiFi Sound ... 40, 94 ANTI GROUND SHOOTING ... 19 Auto focus ... 60 Backlight ... 41 Beep ... 16 C, D Camera recording ... 14 Car battery ... 33 Charging battery ... 9 Cleaning video heads ...
  • Page 130 Алфавитный указатель А, Б, В Автоматическая фокусировка ... 60 Автомобильный аккумулятор ... 33 Временной код ... 36, 86 Временной код RC ... 85 Г, Д, Е, Ж,З Гнездо дистанционного управления (LANC) ... 120 Гнездо MIC (микрофонное) ... 121 Дисплей самодиагностики . 114 Задняя...
  • Page 132 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan...

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