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Sony TRV312 Operating Instructions Manual

Sony TRV312 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
Owner's record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the
model and serial numbers in the space provided below. Refer to these
numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product.
Model No. CCD-
Serial No.
CCD-TRV32/TRV52/TRV53/
TRV312/TRV512 h
1997 by Sony Corporation
Model No. AC-
Serial No.
CCD-TRV52
3-859-595-13 (1)

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Owner’s record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. CCD- Serial No.
  • Page 2 Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam Vision 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. You will soon be producing home video that you can enjoy for years to come.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Playback modes ... 52 Tips for using the battery pack ... 53 Maintenance information and precautions ... 56 Using your camcorder abroad ... 61 Trouble check ... 62 Specifications ... 66 Identifying the parts ... 68 Warning indicators ... 75...

  • Page 4: Before You Begin Using This Manual

    Otherwise, the model name is indicated in the illustrations. Any differences in operation are clearly indicated in the text, for example, “CCD-TRV52 only”. As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the camcorder are shown in capital letters.

  • Page 5: 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. It may cause a malfunction and sometimes the malfunction cannot be repaired. [a] •...

  • Page 6: Checking Supplied Accessories

    Commander (2) (p. 72) Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, video tape, etc. 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 71) 7 AC-V16/V16A AC power adaptor (1) (p.

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Getting started Charging and installing the battery pack Before using your camcorder, you first need to charge and install the battery pack. To charge the battery pack, use the supplied AC power adaptor. Charging the battery pack Charge the battery pack on a flat place without vibration.
  • Page 8 Charging and installing the battery pack Battery life (in minutes) CCD-TRV32/TRV312 Battery pack While recording LCD open NP-33 (supplied) 70 (40) NP-60D 100 (55) 135 (75) NP-C65 120 (65) 160 (90) CCD-TRV52/TRV512 Battery pack While recording LCD open NP-33 (supplied) 60 (35)

  • Page 9: Installing The Battery Pack

    • 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 CHARGE again. • You cannot operate the camcorder using the AC power adaptor while charging the battery pack. Installing the battery pack (1) Insert the top of the battery pack into the top of the battery mounting surface.

  • Page 10: Inserting A Cassette

    Inserting a cassette Make sure that a power source is installed. (1) While pressing the small blue button, slide EJECT in the direction of the arrow. The cassette compartment automatically opens. (2) Insert a cassette (not supplied) with the window facing out. (3) Press the PUSH mark on the cassette compartment to close it.

  • Page 11: Basic Operations Camera Recording

    MODE switch inside the LCD panel is set to When you use the camcorder for the first time, power on it and reset the date and time to your time (p. 50) before you start recording. The date is automatically recorded for 10 seconds after you start recording (AUTO DATE feature).

  • Page 12: To Focus The Viewfinder Lens

    The playback quality in LP mode, however, will not be as good as that in SP mode. • When you record a tape in LP mode on this camcorder, we recommend you to play the tape on this camcorder. When you play back the tape on other comcorders or VCRs, noise may occur on a picture or sound.

  • Page 13: Using The Zoom Feature

    Camera recording Note on the AUTO DATE feature The clock is set to East Coast Standard Time at the factory. You can reset the clock in the menu system. The AUTO DATE feature shows the date automatically once a day. However, the date may automatically appear more than once a day when: –...

  • Page 14: Selecting The Start/Stop Mode

    ANTI GROUND SHOOTING : The camcorder records only while you press down START/STOP so that you can avoid recording unnecessary scenes. 5SEC : When you press START/STOP, the camcorder records for 5 seconds and then stops automatically. (3) Turn STANDBY up and press START/STOP. Recording starts.

  • Page 15: Shooting With The Lcd Screen

    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, the camcorder body may be damaged or the LCD panel may not close properly [b].

  • Page 16: Letting The Subject Monitor The Shot

    Turn the LCD panel back toward the viewfinder. Notes on mirror mode • When you turn the LCD panel about 135 degrees to 210 degrees, the camcorder enters mirror mode. • Using the mirror mode, you can record yourself while watching yourself on the LCD [a].

  • Page 17: Hints For Better Shooting

    When attaching a non-Sony tripod, make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 9/32 inches (6.5 mm). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw...
  • Page 18 • Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder or by the LCD panel [c]. • Do not place the camcorder so as to point the viewfinder or the LCD screen toward the sun. The inside of the viewfinder or the LCD panel may be damaged. Be careful when placing the camcorder under sunlight or by a window [d].

  • Page 19: Checking The Recorded Picture

    (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 the camcorder goes back to the scene you want. The last recorded portion is played back. To go forward, hold down the + side (EditSearch).
  • Page 20 Checking the recorded picture 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.

  • Page 21: Playing Back A Tape

    LCD panel or the brightness of the LCD screen if necessary. (4) Press · to start playback. (5) Adjust the volume using VOLUME +/–. You can also monitor on the TV screen after connecting the camcorder to the VCR or POWER CAMERA PLAYER To stop playback, press π.
  • Page 22 The indicators don’t appear on the TV. Using headphones or an earphone Connect headphones (not supplied) to the 2 jack (CCD-TRV52/TRV512) or an earphone (not supplied) to the @ jack (CCD-TRV32/TRV53/TRV312). You can adjust the volume using VOLUME. To view the playback picture in the viewfinder Close the LCD panel.

  • Page 23: 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. Then, 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 LP mode.

  • Page 24: Advanced Operations Using Alternative Power Sources

    If this happens, restore the power supply again immediately. 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.
  • Page 25 The adaptor is removed in the same way as the battery pack. Using the alkaline batteries – CCD-TRV32/TRV52/TRV53 only Use the battery case (supplied) and six size AA (LR6) Sony alkaline batteries (not supplied). (1) Remove the battery holder from the battery case.

  • Page 26: Using A Car Battery

    The battery case is removed in the same way as the battery pack. Using a car battery Use Sony DCP-77 DC pack (not supplied). Connect the cord of the DC 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.

  • Page 27: Changing The Mode Settings

    Changing the mode settings You can change the mode settings to further enjoy the features and functions of the camcorder. (1) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. (3) Turn the control dial to select the desired item, and press the dial.

  • Page 28: Selecting The Mode Setting Of Each Item

    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 29 Note that you cannot select STBY of DEMO MODE in the menu system. • You cannot select DEMO MODE when a cassette is inserted in the camcorder. • If you insert a cassette during the demonstration, the demonstration stops. You can start recording as usual.

  • Page 30: Recording With The Date Or Time

    Recording with the date or time Before you start recording or during recording, press DATE or TIME inside the LCD panel. You can record the date or time displayed on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder with the picture. You cannot record the date and time at the same time. Except for the date or time indicator, no indicator is recorded.

  • Page 31: Fade-In And Fade-Out

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

  • Page 32: Enjoying Picture Effect

    Enjoying picture effect Selecting picture effect You can make pictures like those of television with the Picture Effect function. MOSAIC [a] The picture is mosaic. SOLARIZE [b] The light intensity is more clear, and the picture looks like a painting. B&W The picture is monochrome (black and white).

  • Page 33: Using Picture Effect Function

    Enjoying picture effect Using picture effect function (1) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press PICTURE EFFECT to select the desired Picture Effect mode. PICTURE EFFECT MOSAIC SOLARIZE B & W SEPIA NEG.ART...

  • Page 34: 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 (16:9FULL). CINEMA CINEMA 16:9FULL 16:9FULL CINEMA Black bands appear at the top and the bottom of the screen. The viewfinder or the LCD screen [a] and a normal TV screen [b] look wide.
  • Page 35 Using the wide mode function Using the wide mode function (1) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press 16:9 WIDE repeatedly so that the desired mode indicator appears. To cancel wide mode Press 16:9 WIDE repeatedly until the wide mode indicator disappears.

  • Page 36: 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] •...

  • Page 37: Using The Program Ae Function

    Å Twilight mode • Recording night views, neon signs or fireworks Using the PROGRAM AE function While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press PROGRAM AE until the desired PROGRAM AE indicator appears. Returning to automatic mode Press PROGRAM AE until the PROGRAM AE indicator disappears.

  • Page 38: 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 39: Releasing The Steady Shot Function

    Releasing the STEADY SHOT function When you shoot, the Ó indicator appears. This indicates that the SteadyShot function is working and the camcorder compensates for camera-shake. You can release the SteadyShot function when you do not need to use the SteadyShot function.

  • Page 40: Superimposing A Title

    Superimposing a title You can select from eight preset titles and two titles you made to superimpose it on the picture during recording. Each time you press TITLE, the preset titles appear one by one. Selecting the language (1) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) Press MENU to display the menu.
  • Page 41 Superimposing a title Superimposing titles To superimpose from the beginning (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Turn STANDBY up. (3) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. (4) Press TITLE repeatedly until the desired title appears. The title flashes. (5) Press START/STOP to start recording.
  • Page 42 Superimposing a title To select the title position (1) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen. (2) Turn the control dial to select TITLE POS, then press the dial. (3) Turn the control dial to select CENTER [a] or BOTTOM [b], then press the dial.

  • Page 43: Making Your Own Titles

    (1)While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. (3) Turn the control dial to select TITLE1 SET or TITLE2 SET, then press the dial.
  • Page 44 Making your own titles To erase the title you have made Press MENU, select the title you want to erase, and press the dial. Select at the leftmost character, then press the dial. Do not select the blank to erase a character. Otherwise, the blank is stored as a title in memory.

  • Page 45: Watching On A Tv Screen

    If your TV is already connected to a VCR Open the jack cover and connect the camcorder to the LINE IN inputs on the VCR by using the supplied A/V connecting cable. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE.
  • Page 46 If your VCR or TV is a monaural type (CCD-TRV52/TRV512 only) 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 on the stereo model.

  • Page 47: Editing Onto Another Tape

    (2) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR and insert your recorded tape into the camcorder. (3) Play back the recorded tape on the camcorder until you locate the point where you want to start editing, then press P to put the camcorder in playback pause mode.

  • Page 48: Additional Information Changing The Lithium Battery In The Camcorder

    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. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

  • Page 49: 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 and time . (1) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel.

  • Page 50: Resetting The Date And Time

    Resetting the date and time You can reset the date and time in the menu system. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. (3) Press MENU to display the menu. (4) Turn the control dial to select CLOCK SET, then press the dial. (5) Turn the control dial to select the desired year, then press the dial.
  • Page 51 Resetting the date and time The year indicator changes as follows: 1997 1998 2025 Note on the time indicator The internal clock of this camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle. • 12:00 AM stands for midnight. • 12:00 PM stands for noon.

  • Page 52: Playback Modes

    Note on AFM HiFi stereo (CCD-TRV52/TRV512 only) When you play back a tape, the sound will be in monaural if: • You record the tape using the 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 53: Tips For Using The Battery Pack

    When the i indicator 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 before and after the battery pack has been replaced.
  • Page 54 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 the camcorder, a small amount of current flows to the camcorder even if the POWER switch is set to OFF.
  • Page 55 • Use only with the alkaline batteries. You cannot use the battery case with manganese batteries or size AA (LR6) rechargeable NiCd batteries. • Using with Sony alkaline batteries is preferable. • Battery life is remarkably shorter in a cold environment (lower than 50 F/10 C).

  • Page 56: Maintenance Information And Precautions

    Maintenance information and precautions Moisture condensation If the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside the camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or the camcorder may not operate correctly.

  • Page 57: Video Head Cleaning

    [a ] Slightly dirty [b] Dirty If this happens, clean the video heads with the Sony V8-25CLH cleaning cassette (not supplied). After checking the picture, if it is still “noisy”, repeat the cleaning. (Do not repeat cleaning more than 5 times in one session.) Caution Do not use a commercially available wet-type cleaning cassette.
  • Page 58 Maintenance information and precautions Removing dust from inside the viewfinder – CCD-TRV32/TRV52/TRV312/TRV512 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.
  • Page 59 • Keep the camcorder away from strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration. • Do not push the LCD screen. • If the camcorder is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction.
  • Page 60 If battery leakage occurred •Wipe off the liquid in the battery compartment carefully before replacing the batteries. • If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water. If any difficulty should arise, unplug the unit and contact your nearest Sony dealer.

  • Page 61: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    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. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b].

  • Page 62: Trouble Check

    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 Power Symptom The power is not on.
  • Page 63 • The contrast between the subject and background is too high. The camcorder is not malfunctioning. m Change locations. • The video heads may be dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLH cleaning cassette. (p. 57) • The LCD panel is open.
  • Page 64 Others Symptom The supplied Remote Commander does not work . There is dust in the viewfinder. (CCD-TRV32/TRV52/TRV312/ TRV512 only) Cause and/or Corrective Actions • COMMANDER is set to OFF. m Set it to ON in the menu system. (p. 27) •...
  • Page 65 The problem is with the AC power adaptor. Please contact your nearest Sony dealer in connection with the product with the problem. If you 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.

  • Page 66: Specifications

    On-screen display TN LCD/TFT active matrix method Total dot number CCD-TRV52/TRV512: 105,380 (479 x 220) CCD-TRV32/TRV53/ TRV312: 89,622 (383 x 234) Input and Output connectors Video output Phono jack, 1 Vp-p, 75 ohm, unbalanced Audio output 327 mV, (at load impedance 47 kilohm), impedance less than 2.2 kilohm...
  • Page 67 DC OUT in operation mode 7.5 V, 1.8 A Battery charge terminal 10 V, 1.1 A in charge mode Application Sony battery packs NP-33 (supplied), NP-60D, NP-C65, NP-68, NP-80/80D, NP-98/ Operating temperature 32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to 40 °C) Storage temperature –4 °F to +140 °F (–20 °C to...

  • Page 68: Identifying The Parts

    9 Built-in microphone !º Lighting aperture CCD-TRV53 only !¡ Viewfinder adjustment lever (p. 12) CCD-TRV53 only !™ Viewfinder adjustment ring (p. 12) CCD-TRV32/TRV52/TRV312/TRV512 only !£ Viewfinder (p. 58, 74) !¢ LCD panel (p. 15, 16, 21) !∞ Display window (p. 74) CCD-TRV53 !º...
  • Page 69 Identifying the parts !§ !¶ !• !ª @º @¡ @™ @£ !§ TIME button (p. 30) !¶ DATE button (p. 30) !• Speaker !ª Recording lamp @º Lithium battery compartment (p. 49) @¡ LCD screen (p. 15, 16, 21, 74) @™...
  • Page 70 This jack has the same function as the connectors indicated as CONTROL L or REMOTE. $£ CCD-TRV32/TRV312/TRV53: @ (earphone) jack (p. 22) CCD-TRV52/TRV512: 2 (headphones) jack (p. 22) $¢ Menu control dial (p. 27) $∞...
  • Page 71 $• $ª %º %¡ %™ $§ Eyecup release knob (p. 58) CCD-TRV32/TRV52/TRV312/TRV512 only $¶ EJECT knob (p. 10) $• Hooks for shoulder strap $ª Battery mounting surface (p. 9) %º FADER button (p. 31) %¡ BACK LIGHT button (p. 38) %™...

  • Page 72: Remote Commander

    Remote Commander Using the Remote Commander Make sure that COMMANDER is set to ON in the menu system. The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the camcorder function identically. 1 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control the camcorder after turning on the camcorder.
  • Page 73 • This camcorder works at commander mode 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 at commander mode VTR 2, we recommend you change the commander mode or cover the remote sensor of the VCR with black paper.
  • Page 74 Identifying the parts Operation indicators In the viewfinder and on the LCD screen !º !¡ 1 Power zoom indicator (p. 13) 2 Manual focus indicaror (p. 36) 3 PROGRAM AE indicator (p. 37) 4 SteadyShot indicator (p. 39) 5 Back light indicator (p. 38) 6 FADER indicator (p.

  • Page 75: Warning Indicators

    7 The video heads may be contaminated. (p. 57) 8 Some other trouble has occurred. Disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized facility. 9 The lithium battery is weak or is not installed. (p. 48) This indicator flashes just only after powering on.

  • Page 76: Index

    Demonstration ... 28 Digital zoom ... 13 Editing ... 47 EDITSEARCH ... 19 EJECT ... 10 END SEARCH ... 23 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan F, G, H Fade-in/Fade-out ... 31 FADER ... 31 Fast-forward ... 21 5 sec. recording ... 14 High-speed shutter mode 37 House current ...

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