Sony operating instructions video camera recorder ccd-trv65e/trv69e, ccd-trv13e/trv15e/trv35e, ccd-trv69e (116 pages)
Summary of Contents for Sony CCD-TRV128
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DISASSEMBLY SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS DISASSEMBLY SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS NTSC MODEL: CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV328/TRV428 PAL MODEL: CCD-TRV228E/TRV428E • For ADJUSTMENTS (SECTION 6), refer to SERVICE MANUAL, ADJ (987629051.pdf). • INSTRUCTION MANUAL is shown at the end of this document. • For MECHANISM ADJUSTMENTS, refer to the “8mm Video MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENT MANUAL IX M2000 MECHANISM ”...
(CCD-TRV228E/428E: using 90 min. Hi8/ Digital8 video cassette) During camera recording using the LCD Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 2.7 W (CCD-TRV128/228/328/428: using 120 min. Hi8/Digital8 video cassette) Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Approx. 5 min Viewfinder Storage temperature -20°C to + 60°C (-4°F to + 140°F)
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MARK 0 ON THE SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS AND IN THE PARTS CRITIQUES POUR LA SÉCURITÉ DE FONCTIONNEMENT. NE LIST ARE CRITICAL TO SAFE OPERATION. REPLACE THESE REMPLACER CES COMPOSANTS QUE PAR DES PIÈSES SONY COMPONENTS WITH SONY PARTS WHOSE PART NUMBERS DONT LES NUMÉROS SONT DONNÉS DANS CE MANUEL OU APPEAR AS SHOWN IN THIS MANUAL OR IN SUPPLEMENTS DANS LES SUPPÉMENTS PUBLIÉS PAR SONY.
CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Title Page Section Title Page SERVICE NOTE REPAIR PARTS LIST 1-1. Note for Repair ································································ 1-1 5-1. Exploded Views ···························································· 5-2 1-2. Power Supply During Repairs ········································· 1-1 5-1-1. Overall Assembly ·························································· 5-2 1-3. To Take Out a Cassette when not Eject (Force Eject) ····· 1-2 5-1-2.
CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E SECTION 1 SERVICE NOTE 1-1. NOTE FOR REPAIR Make sure that the flat cable and flexible board are not cracked of When remove a connector, don’t pull at wire of connector. bent at the terminal. It is possible that a wire is snapped.
CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 1-3. TO TAKE OUT A CASSETTE WHEN NOT EJECT (FORCE EJECT) 1 Refer to “SECTION 2. DISASSEMBLY” to remove the mechanism deck block. 2 Disconnect CN401 (2P) of VC-341 board. 3 Add +5V from the DC POWER SUPPLY and unload with a pressing the cassette compartment.
CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 1-4. LCD TYPE CHECK The LCD type can be checked with data value by connecting the adjustment remote commander. Note: About PD-204 board and LCD module, discriminate LCD type on the machine, and replace the same type. Preparations: 1) Connect the equipment for adjustments according to Fig. 1.
CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 1-5. SELF-DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION 1-5-1. Self-diagnosis Function 1-5-2. Self-diagnosis Display When problems occur while the unit is operating, the self-diagnosis When problems occur while the unit is operating, the counter of the function starts working, and displays on the viewfinder or Display viewfinder or Display window shows a 4-digit display consisting window what to do.
CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 1-5-4. Self-diagnosis Code Table Self-diagnosis Code Block Detailed Symptom/State Correction Function Code Non-standard battery is used. Use the InfoLITHIUM battery. Condensation. Remove the cassette, and insert it again after one hour. Video head is dirty. Clean with the optional cleaning cassette.
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E Self-diagnosis Code Block Detailed Symptom/State Correction Function Code Inspect the lens block focus reset sensor (Pin qs of CN201 of VC- Difficult to adjust focus 341 board) when focusing is performed when the control dial is (Cannot initialize focus.) rotated in the focus manual mode and the focus motor drive circuit (IC201 of VC-341 board) when the focusing is not performed.
CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E SECTION 2 HELP HELP DISASSEMBLY 2-1. FLOW CHART Note: When you remove Cabinet (R) Block, or when you assembly, please slide The following flow chart shows the disassembly procedure. NS knob to the position of "ON". NS knob 9 q;...
CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 2-2. MECHANISM DECK SERVICE POSITION Connection to Check the Mechanism deck To check the mechanism deck, set the Camera or VTR to the "Forced power ON" mode. (Or, connect the control key block (SS-5100) to the CN006 of VC-341 board and set the power switch to the "CAMERA" or "PLAY/edit" position.) Operate the Camera functions of the zoom and focus, the VTR function using the adjustment remote commander (with the HOLD switch set in the OFF position).
CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 2-3. LCD SERVICE POSITION CPC jig connector Conductor side CN007 LCD panel Back light unit CPC jig connector (J-6082-539-A) PD-204 board L serices Info LITHIUM battery (7.2Vdc) AC adaptor AC IN AC adaptor AC IN LANC jack Adjustment remote commander (RM-95)
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E HELP Sheet attachment positions and procedures of processing the flexible boards/harnesses are shown. Harness (PD-124) Claw Claw Note: Close the LCD panel, when you work. HELP...
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E SECTION 3 3. BLOCK DIAGRAMS 3. BLOCK DIAGRAMS BLOCK DIAGRAMS 3-1. OVERALL BLOCK DIAGRAM (1/5) ( ) : Number in parenthesis ( ) indicates the division number of schematic diagram where the component is located. CD-465 BOARD VC-341 BOARD (1/4)
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 3. BLOCK DIAGRAMS 3. BLOCK DIAGRAMS ( ) : Number in parenthesis ( ) indicates the division number of schematic diagram where the component is located. 3-2. OVERALL BLOCK DIAGRAM (2/5) VC-341 BOARD (2/4) VIDEO HEAD PB C RF...
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 3. BLOCK DIAGRAMS 3. BLOCK DIAGRAMS 3-3. OVERALL BLOCK DIAGRAM (3/5) ( ) : Number in parenthesis ( ) indicates the division number of schematic diagram where the component is located. VC-341 BOARD (3/4) M2100/M2101 MECHA DECK (2/2) M2100: TRV128/TRV228/TRV328/TRV428...
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 3. BLOCK DIAGRAMS 3. BLOCK DIAGRAMS ( ) : Number in parenthesis ( ) indicates the division number of schematic diagram where the component is located. 3-4. OVERALL BLOCK DIAGRAM (4/5) VC-341 BOARD (4/4) CN007 (3/3) LANC IN LANC OUT...
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 3. BLOCK DIAGRAMS 3. BLOCK DIAGRAMS 3-5. OVERALL BLOCK DIAGRAM (5/5) ( ) : Number in parenthesis ( ) indicates the division number of schematic diagram where the component is located. PD-204 BOARD (2/2) TYPE C/S: Please refer to page 1-3 to discriminate the type of LCD.
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 3. BLOCK DIAGRAMS 3. BLOCK DIAGRAMS ( ) : Number in parenthesis ( ) indicates the division number of schematic diagram where the component is located. 3-6. POWER BLOCK DIAGRAM (1/2) VC-341 BOARD (1/2) BT901 BATTERY BATT SIG TERMINAL...
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 3. BLOCK DIAGRAMS 3. BLOCK DIAGRAMS 3-7. POWER BLOCK DIAGRAM (2/2) ( ) : Number in parenthesis ( ) indicates the division number of schematic diagram where the component is located. VC-341 BOARD (2/2) CONTROL KEY BLOCK (SS-5100) CN006...
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS THIS NOTE IS COMMON FOR SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS (In addition to this, the necessary note is printed in each block) (For schematic diagrams) 1. Connection • All capacitors are in µF unless otherwise noted. pF : µ...
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS CD-465 BOARD CD-465 BOARD For Schematic Diagram • Refer to page 4-41 for printed wiring board. CD-465 BOARD CCD IMAGER XX MARK:NO MOUNT IC951 1 REC IC951 2 REC IC951 3 REC NO MARK:REC/PB MODE...
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS VC-341 BOARD SIDE A VC-341 BOARD SIDE A VC-341 BOARD SIDE B VC-341 BOARD SIDE B For Schematic Diagram • Refer to page 4-43 for printed wiring board. VC-341 BOARD (1/10) A/D CONVERTER,TIMING GENERATOR(CAM BLOCK)
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS VC-341 BOARD SIDE A VC-341 BOARD SIDE A VC-341 BOARD SIDE B VC-341 BOARD SIDE B For Schematic Diagram • Refer to page 4-43 for printed wiring board. SIGNAL PATH VC-341 BOARD (2/10)
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS VC-341 BOARD SIDE A VC-341 BOARD SIDE A VC-341 BOARD SIDE B VC-341 BOARD SIDE B For Schematic Diagram • Refer to page 4-43 for printed wiring board. VC-341 BOARD (3/10) LENS DRIVE (LD BLOCK)
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS VC-341 BOARD SIDE A VC-341 BOARD SIDE A VC-341 BOARD SIDE B VC-341 BOARD SIDE B For Schematic Diagram • Refer to page 4-43 for printed wiring board. SIGNAL PATH IC481 6 REC...
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS VC-341 BOARD SIDE A VC-341 BOARD SIDE A VC-341 BOARD SIDE B VC-341 BOARD SIDE B For Schematic Diagram • Refer to page 4-43 for printed wiring board. VC-341 BOARD (5/10) EP_13.5V SERVO (SB BLOCK)
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS VC-341 BOARD SIDE A VC-341 BOARD SIDE A VC-341 BOARD SIDE B VC-341 BOARD SIDE B For Schematic Diagram • Refer to page 4-43 for printed wiring board. VC-341 BOARD (6/10) NO MARK:REC/PB MODE...
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS VC-341 BOARD SIDE A VC-341 BOARD SIDE A VC-341 BOARD SIDE B VC-341 BOARD SIDE B For Schematic Diagram • Refer to page 4-43 for printed wiring board. VC-341 BOARD (7/10) VOUT HI CONTROL...
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS VC-341 BOARD SIDE A VC-341 BOARD SIDE A VC-341 BOARD SIDE B VC-341 BOARD SIDE B For Schematic Diagram • Refer to page 4-43 for printed wiring board. VC-341 BOARD (8/10) AUDIO,VIDEO XX MARK:NO MOUNT...
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS VC-341 BOARD SIDE A VC-341 BOARD SIDE A VC-341 BOARD SIDE B VC-341 BOARD SIDE B For Schematic Diagram • Refer to page 4-43 for printed wiring board. VC-341 BOARD (9/10) VTR_UNREG D_2.8V...
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS VC-341 BOARD SIDE A VC-341 BOARD SIDE A VC-341 BOARD SIDE B VC-341 BOARD SIDE B For Schematic Diagram • Refer to page 4-43 for printed wiring board. VC-341 BOARD (10/10) EVF BLOCK...
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS PD-204 BOARD PD-204 BOARD For Schematic Diagram • Refer to page 4-47 for printed wiring board. PD-204 BOARD When the machine needs to be repaired,please refer to page 1-3 to discriminate the type of LCD(TYPE C or TYPE S).
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS 4-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS CONTROL KEY BLOCK (CF-5100) XX MARK:NO MOUNT S012 S015 • CONTROL KEY BLOCK (CF-5100) is replaced as block, S003 S007 so that PRINTED WIRING BOARD is omitted. STOP PLAY S022 S023 R013 R017...
CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E NOTE NOTE 5. REPAIR PARTS LIST NOTE: Characters A to L of the electrical parts list indicate location of exploded views in which the desired part is shown. EXPLODED VIEWS EXPLODED VIEWS Link Link OVERALL ASSEMBLY FRONT PANEL BLOCK...
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 5. REPAIR PARTS LIST 5. REPAIR PARTS LIST NOTE: • -XX, -X mean standardized parts, so they may have some differences from When indicating parts by reference number, the original one. please include the board name. • Items marked “*” are not stocked since they are seldom required for routine The components identified by mark 0 or service.
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 5. REPAIR PARTS LIST 5. REPAIR PARTS LIST 5-1. EXPLODED VIEWS 5-1-1. OVERALL ASSEMBLY EVF block (See page 5-7.) MD frame block Battery panel block (See page 5-9.) (See page 5-8.) Cabinet R block (See page 5-6.) Front panel block (See page 5-3.)
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CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 5. REPAIR PARTS LIST 5. REPAIR PARTS LIST 5-1-2. FRONT PANEL BLOCK ns: not supplied D001 D002 D003 J752 D753 D754 J753 IC751 S I - J751 MIC901 (Note) D753, D754, IC751, J751, J752 and J753 are not included in SI-039 complete board.
CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 5. REPAIR PARTS LIST 5. REPAIR PARTS LIST 5-1-3. LENS BLOCK - 4 6 IC951 (Note) (Note) Be sure to read “Precuations for Replacement of CCD Imager” on page 4-8 when changing the CCD imager. Ref. No. Part No.
CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 5. REPAIR PARTS LIST 5. REPAIR PARTS LIST 5-1-4. LCD BLOCK LCD901 ND901 - 2 0 (Note) About PD-204 board and LCD module, discriminate LCD type on the machine referring to page 1-3, and replace the same type. The components identified by Les composants identifiés par une...
CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 5. REPAIR PARTS LIST 5. REPAIR PARTS LIST 5-1-5. CABINET R BLOCK : BT001 (BATTERY, LITHIUM SECONDARY) Included in the control switch block (CF-5100). Ref. No. Part No. Description Ref. No. Part No. Description 1-478-416-11 KEY BLOCK, CONTROL (CF-5100)
CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 5. REPAIR PARTS LIST 5. REPAIR PARTS LIST 5-1-7. BATTERY PANEL BLOCK ns: not supplied BT901 Ref. No. Part No. Description Ref. No. Part No. Description 3-087-799-01 SHEET METAL (LOWER) (51), STRAP 3-072-305-01 LID (2500), JACK 3-078-889-11 SCREW (M1.7)
CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 5. REPAIR PARTS LIST 5. REPAIR PARTS LIST 5-1-9. CASSETTE COMPARTMENT ASSEMBLY, DRUM ASSEMBLY ns: not supplied LS chassis block assembly M901 (See page 5-11.) Mechanical chassis block assembly (See page 5-12 to 5-13.) Ref. No. Part No. Description Ref.
CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 5. REPAIR PARTS LIST 5. REPAIR PARTS LIST 5-1-11. MECHANICAL CHASSIS BLOCK ASSEMBLY-1 ns: not supplied M902 M903 Mechanical chassis block assembly-2 (See page 5-13.) Ref. No. Part No. Description Ref. No. Part No. Description A-7096-422-A BASE ASSY, DRUM 3-065-881-01 SPRING, P PRESSURE PLATE 3-947-503-01 SCREW (M1.4)
CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E 5. REPAIR PARTS LIST 5. REPAIR PARTS LIST 5-1-12. MECHANICAL CHASSIS BLOCK ASSEMBLY-2 Ref. No. Part No. Description Ref. No. Part No. Description 3-065-920-01 ARM, HC DRIVE 7-624-101-04 STOP RING 1.2 (E TYPE) 3-065-913-01 GEAR (4), LD A-7096-412-A GEAR (T) ASSY, GUIDE...
CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV228E/TRV328/TRV428/TRV428E CD-465 FP-300 FP-301 FP-302 FP-792 FP-802 PD-204 (TYPE C) 5-2. ELECTRICAL PARTS LIST Ref. No. Part No. Description Ref. No. Part No. Description A-7111-944-A CD-465 BOARD, COMPLETE 1-860-929-11 FP-792 FLEXIBLE BOARD (TRV228E/TRV428E) ******************** A-7111-945-A CD-465 BOARD, COMPLETE (D001, D002 and D003 are not included in this flexible board.) (TRV128/TRV228/TRV328/TRV428) <...
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space For customers in the U.S.A. and provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. CANADA Model No. -TRV Serial No.
If you insert the connector plug forcibly in – Consult a Sony dealer or an experienced radio/TV the wrong direction, the terminal may be damaged. technician for help. This may cause a malfunction of your camcorder.
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Notes on using the camcorder • Hold your camcorder correctly. • To ensure a good grip, fasten the grip belt as shown in the following illustration. • You can change the language to be used for screen display on your camcorder (p. 19). •...
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Table of Contents CCD-TRV128: TRV128 CCD-TRV428: TRV428 CCD-TRV228: TRV228 DCR-TRV260: TRV260 CCD-TRV328: TRV328 DCR-TRV265: TRV265 Read this first ..................... 2 Quick Start Guide Recording movies on a tape ..............8 Recording/Playing back with ease ............10 Getting started Step 1: Checking supplied items.............. 11 Step 2: Charging the battery pack............
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Superimposing a title................31 Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording – END SEARCH ................. 33 Playback Viewing pictures recorded on a tape............34 Playing back in various modes .................. 35 Playing back with ease – Easy Handycam ..........36 Various playback functions ..............
Advanced operations Troubleshooting Troubleshooting .........74 Customizing Your Warning indicators and messages ..79 Camcorder Changing the menu settings ....43 Additional Information Using the (MANUAL SET) menu Using your camcorder abroad ....81 – PROGRAM AE/P EFFECT, etc..........44 Usable cassette tapes ......82 Using the (CAMERA SET) menu About the “InfoLITHIUM”...
Quick Start Guide Recording movies Attach the charged battery pack to the camcorder. To charge the battery, see page 12. Lift up the viewfinder. Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. Insert a cassette into the camcorder. Slide the OPEN/ Insert the cassette with...
Start recording while checking the subject on the LCD screen. The date and time is not set up in the default setting. To set the date and time, see page 17. Remove the lens cap. Lens cap is not attached when you purchase your camcorder (p.
Recording/Playing back with ease By switching to Easy Handycam operation, recording/playback operation becomes even easier. Easy Handycam operation allows easy recording/playback for even first time users by providing only the basic functions for recording/playback. Press EASY when recording/ playing back. EASY lights up in blue (1) and screen font size increases (2) during Easy Handycam operation.
Getting started RMT-830: ( TRV265) Step 1: Checking supplied items A/V connecting cable (1) Make sure you have following items supplied Monaural: ( TRV128/228/328/428) with your camcorder. The number in parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. AC Adaptor (1) Stereo: ( TRV260/265) USB cable (1) ( TRV260/265)
Step 2: Charging the Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it battery pack clicks. You can charge the battery by attaching the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (M series) to your camcorder. b Notes •...
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After charging the battery You can check the battery's current charge level and its current remaining recording time both The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the during charging or when the power is turned off. battery is fully charged. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack.
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TRV128/228/328/428: TRV260/265: Battery pack Continuous Typical* Battery pack Continuous Typical* recording recording recording recording time time time time NP-FM30 NP-FM30 (supplied) (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM50 NP-QM71/ NP-QM71/ QM71D QM71D NP-QM91/ NP-QM91/ QM91D QM91D TRV260/265: * Approximate number of minutes when recording while you repeatedly record, start/stop, slide the Battery pack Continuous Typical*...
b Notes Step 3: Turning the • The power will not be supplied from the battery pack when the AC Adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack power on of your camcorder, even if its power cord is disconnected from the wall outlet. •...
Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select Step 4: Adjusting the [LCD BRIGHT], then press the dial (p. 53). LCD panel and Adjust the brightness of the LCD screen viewfinder with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial. Press MENU. Adjusting the LCD panel z Tips •...
Step 5: Setting the Press MENU. date and time MANUAL SET STBY PROGRAM AE P EFFECT AUTO SHTR Set the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. If you do not set [ MENU ] : END the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder.
To check the preset date and time Step 6: Inserting a TRV128/228/328/428: Press DATE to display the date indicator. cassette tape Press TIME to display the time indicator. Press DATE (or TIME) and then press TIME (or DATE) to simultaneously display the date You can use standard 8 mm and Hi8 and time indicator.
Step 7: Setting the Insert a cassette with its window-side facing up. screen language Window-side You can select the language to be used on the LCD screen. MENU Push the center of the back of the cassette lightly. Press The cassette compartment automatically slides back in.
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Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [ LANGUAGE], then press the dial. SETUP MENU STBY CLOCK SET USB STREAM LTR SIZE ENGLISH ENG [ SIMP ] LANGUAGE DEMO MODE FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL PORTUGUÊS [ MENU ] : END Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired language, then press the dial.
Recording Press OPEN and open the LCD panel. Recording movies Slide the POWER switch until the CAMERA lamp lights up. Before recording, follow steps 1 to 7 in Your camcorder is set to the standby mode. “Getting started” (p. 11 - p. 19). TRV128/228/328/428: Slide the POWER switch while...
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F Hi8 format Indicators displayed during recording This appears while recording Hi8 format The indicators will not be recorded on the tape. tapes. G Time code/Tape counter (hour: minute: 128/228/328/428 second)/Tape photo recording b Notes • Before changing the battery pack, slide the POWER 0:00:00 switch up to (CHG) OFF.
Recording for a longer time Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. To record wider range of view To record for a longer time Move the power zoom lever towards W. The subject appears farther away (Wide In the (TAPE SET) menu, select [REC...
b Notes Recording in mirror mode • The built-in video light emits very bright light, which is perfectly safe in normal use. However, avoid directly aiming the light at a subject’s eyes from very close range. • The battery pack discharges quickly while the built- in light is turned on.
Superimposing the date and time Recording still on pictures ( TRV128/228/328 images /428) – Tape photo recording You can record the date and/or time ( TRV260/265) displayed on the screen superimposed on the picture. You can record still images. Before recording, follow steps 1 to 7 in “Getting started”...
Recording with ease Slide the POWER switch to select the CAMERA mode. – Easy Handycam With this Easy Handycam operation, most of Slide the POWER switch while pressing the camera settings are set to automatic the green button. mode, only basic functions become available, and screen font size increases for easy viewing.
Adjusting the Easy Handycam exposure operation The exposure is adjusted automatically in the default setting. Press REC START/STOP. Recording starts. [REC] appears on the Adjusting the exposure for backlit LCD screen and the Camera recording lamp subjects lights up. Press REC START/STOP again to stop recording.
Adjusting the exposure manually Recording in dark places – NightShot plus You can fix the brightness of a picture at the best exposure. When recording indoors on a clear day, for instance, you can avoid You can record subjects in dark places (such backlight shadows on people next to the as when capturing the face of your baby window by manually fixing the exposure to...
z Tip Adjusting the focus • If you record subjects in complete darkness, set [N.S. LIGHT] to [ON] in the menu settings. The manually maximum shooting distance using the NightShot Light is about 3 meters (10 feet). If you record subjects in dark places (such as night scene or in moonlight), set [N.S.
Tips for focusing manually Recording a picture • It is easier to focus on the subject when you use the zoom function. Move the using various effects power zoom lever towards T (telephoto) to adjust the focus, and then, towards W (wide angle) to adjust the zoom for recording.
[STRIPE FADER] Superimposing a title This feature is for TRV128/228/328/428 only. You can insert a title when recording. You can select one of the 8 preset titles and the 2 custom titles. TITLE [MONOTONE FADER] When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to color.
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Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [POSITION] (position) the desired character, then press the dial. You can select from 8 to 9 choices. TITLE SET STBY S_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to ABCDE 1 2 3 4 5...
Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording – END SEARCH This function is handy when you have played back the tape, for example, but want to start recording right after the most recently recorded scene. The END SEARCH function will not work once you eject the cassette after you have recorded on the tape.
Playback Press (rewind) to go to the point you want to view. Viewing pictures recorded on a tape Press (play) to start playback. Make sure you have a recorded cassette To adjust the volume inserted into your camcorder. Press either of the two buttons on VOLUME. When you want to play back the recorded When you close the LCD panel, sound is turned picture on your TV, see page 39.
To view pictures at slow speed (slow TRV260/265: playback)* TRV228/428/ TRV265: Press SLOW y on the Remote Commander 60min 0:00:00:00 during playback. To resume normal playback, press PLAY. * For TRV265: Pictures output from the DV Interface cannot be played back smoothly in the slow mode. b Notes •...
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Playing back with Play back a tape. The following buttons can be operated. ease (play)/ (stop)/ (pause)/ (fast forward)/ (rewind) – Easy Handycam TRV228/428/ TRV265: You can operate those operations and SLOW y on the Remote Commander. Easy Handycam operation allows easy playback for even first time users by providing only the basic functions for To cancel Easy Handycam operation...
Displaying the date/time and Various playback camera settings data – Data code functions ( TRV260/265) During playback, you can view the date/time You can display the recorded date on the data ([DATE/TIME]) and the camera settings screen. data ([CAM DATA]) that are automatically recorded while recording pictures on a tape.
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To hide the date/time or the camera settings data Follow steps 2 to 4, and select [OFF] in step 5. Camera settings data display In the date/time data display, the date and time is displayed in the same area. If you record the picture without setting the clock, [--- -- ----] and [--:--:--] will appear.
Connect your camcorder to a TV using the Playing the picture on supplied A/V connecting cable as shown in the following illustration. a TV Connect the supplied AC Adaptor to the wall outlet for the power supply (p. 12). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.
* When there is an S video jack on the device to be Locating a scene on a connected, connect the S video plug to that jack instead of using the yellow video plug. The audio tape for playback will not be output when you connect with the S video plug alone.
b Notes • The Date search will not function correctly when there is a blank section between recorded sections on • There may be a discrepancy of several seconds the tape. between the time code and the tape counter. • Zero set memory will not function correctly if there is a blank section between recorded sections on the Searching for a still image tape.
Playing back still images in sequence – Photo scan You can also locate still images one after another and display each image for 5 seconds automatically. SEARCH M. . / > STOP Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to select the PLAY/EDIT mode. Press SEARCH M.
Advanced operations OTHERS (p. 59) Customizing Your Camcorder STBY TAPE SET REC MODE AUDIO MODE REMAIN FRAME REC Changing the menu INT. REC RETURN settings [ MENU ] : END You can change various settings or make Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to detailed adjustments using the menu items select the desired item, then press the displayed on the screen.
The default settings are marked with G. The Using the settings you can adjust vary depending on the power mode of your camcorder. The screen (MANUAL SET) menu shows the items you can operate at the moment. Unavailable items will be grayed out. –...
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**Your camcorder is adjusted to focus only on distant subjects. Note • When you set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON, [PROGRAM AE] does not work. (The indicator flashes.) P EFFECT TRV128/228/328/428: You can add special effects (such as films) to a picture before recording. appears when each effect is selected.
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• You can copy pictures edited using picture effects to another tape (p. 63). AUTO SHTR Select to automatically activate the electronic shutter to adjust the shutter speed when recording in bright conditions. Select when recording without using the electronic shutter. Customizing Your Camcorder...
The default settings are marked with G. The Using the settings you can adjust vary depending on the power mode of your camcorder. The screen (CAMERA SET) menu shows the items you can operate at the moment. Unavailable items will be grayed out. –...
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16:9 WIDE TRV128/228/328/428: You can record a cinema-like picture ([CINEMA] mode) or a 16:9 wide picture ([16:9 FULL] mode) to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV. Refer also to the manuals supplied with your TV. In [CINEMA] mode When viewed on the LCD screen/viewfinder When viewed on a 16:9 wide screen TV* When viewed on a standard TV** In [16:9 FULL] mode...
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Tips • The ID-1 system sends aspect ratio information (16:9, 4:3, or letter box) by inserting signals between video signals. • When you record in the [16:9 FULL], the date or time indicator will be widened on wide- screen TVs. •...
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STEADYSHOT TRV328/428/ TRV260/265: You can select this function to compensate for camera-shake. Standard setting (enable the SteadyShot function). If you select a function that STEADYSHOT cannot work with, appears. OFF ( Select to deactivate the SteadyShot function. Select to shoot a stationary subject with a tripod, or when using a conversion lens (optional).
items, see “Changing the menu settings” Using the (PLAYER (p. 43). The default settings are marked with . The SET)/ (VCR SET) settings you can adjust vary depending on the power mode of your camcorder. The screen menu shows the items you can operate at the moment. –...
TRV128/228/328/428: Select to correct jitter (horizontal picture shake during playback). Select to not compensate picture distortion when playing back a tape on which you have dubbed repeatedly or recorded TV game signals. TRV128/228/328/428: Select to eliminate color noise in the picture. Select to minimize picture artifacts in a picture containing lots of movement.
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The default settings are marked with . The Using the (LCD settings you can adjust vary depending on the power mode of your camcorder. The screen SET) menu shows the items you can operate at the moment. – LCD B.L./LCD Unavailable items will be grayed out.
Select to increase the recording time from that of the SP mode (2 times longer for TRV128/228/328/428, 1.5 times longer for TRV260/265) (Long Play). The use of Sony cassettes is recommended to get the most out of your camcorder. Notes •...
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• When you set [ORC TO SET], a non-recorded section of about 0.1 second appears on the tape. However, note that this non-recorded section disappears from the tape when you continue recording from this section. • To check if you have already set this setting, select [ORC TO SET] in the menu settings. [ORC ON] is displayed if it is already set.
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INT.REC TRV260/265: You can achieve excellent recordings of flowers blooming, etc., with this function. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor during the operation. a. [REC TIME] b. [INTERVAL] Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [SET], then press the dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [INTERVAL], then press the dial.
The default settings are marked with . The Using the (SETUP settings you can adjust vary depending on the power mode of your camcorder. The screen MENU) shows the items you can operate at the moment. – CLOCK SET/USB STREAM/ Unavailable items will be grayed out.
LANGUAGE You can select or change the language used for the on-screen display (p. 19). You can select from English, Simplified English, Canadian-French, Latin American Spanish, Brazilian-Portuguese, Traditional-Chinese, or Korean. DEMO MODE When you remove a cassette from your camcorder, and select the CAMERA mode, you can view the demonstration in about 10 minutes.
power mode of your camcorder. The screen Using the shows the items you can operate at the moment. Unavailable items will be grayed out. (OTHERS) menu – WORLD OTHERS WORLD TIME TIME/VIDEO EDIT, etc. BEEP A. SHUT OFF COMMANDER DISPLAY REC LAMP You can select items listed below in the OTHERS menu.
Note • When you connect your camcorder to the wall outlet, [A.SHUT OFF] is automatically set to [NEVER]. COMMANDER TRV228/428/ TRV265: Select when using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. Select to deactivate the Remote Commander to prevent your camcorder from responding to a command sent by another VCR remote control unit.
Dubbing/Editing You can create a copy of the picture recorded on your camcorder on other recording Connecting to a VCR devices (p. 63). TRV260/265, you can also record the picture from a VCR to a tape on your camcorder (p. 68). Connect your camcorder to a VCR as shown in the following illustration.
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TRV260/265: A/V OUT jack Connecting with an i.LINK cable i.LINK cable (optional) A/V OUT i.LINK jack DV Interface Yellow White A/V connecting cable (supplied) VCRs Signal flow To use an i.LINK cable for connection * When there is an S video jack on the device to be connected, connect the S video plug to that jack TRV260/265: instead of using the yellow video plug.
• For TRV260/265: Dubbing to another When your camcorder is connected to the VCR via DV Interface, you cannot record the title or indicators. tape • For TRV260/265: Pictures edited with Picture effect ([P EFFECT] p. 45) cannot be output via the DV Interface.
Dubbing a tape easily Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [SETUP], then press the dial. – Easy Dubbing E A S Y D U B B I N G TRV128/228/328/428) S E T U P I R SETUP PAUSE MODE I R TEST R E T U R N You can control VCR for dubbing with your...
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VCR, from about 30 cm (12 the default setting.) in.) away, with no obstructions. Manufacturing [IR SETUP] code Remote sensor company Infrared ray Sony 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 emitter Admiral (M. Wards) Aiwa 47, 54, 80 Akai 49, 51...
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Manufacturing [IR SETUP] code Step 2: Selecting the title company Multitech 23, 32, 80 21, 33, 35 Olympic 77, 78 You can insert a title. You can select one of the 8 preset titles and Optimus the 2 custom titles. See steps 1 to 4 on Orion page 31 to create original titles.
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Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [OK], then press the dial. select [NORMAL] or [PREVIEW], then press the dial. The title lights up. When you select [NORMAL] E A S Y D U B B I N G S T A R T T I T L E S E L You can record into the VCR normally.
Recording pictures Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [EXECUTE], then press the dial. from a VCR ( TRV260/265) When dubbing ends, your camcorder and VCR stop automatically. Then the display returns to the Easy You can record and edit pictures from a VCR Dubbing initial screen.
Dubbing selected Prepare your VCR. • Insert a cassette for recording. scenes from a tape • Set the input selector to input mode, if your VCR has one. – Digital program editing ( TRV260/265) Prepare your camcorder (playing device). You can select up to 20 scenes (programs) •...
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Point the infrared ray emitter of your Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to camcorder towards the remote sensor on select [i.LINK] or [IR], then press the your VCR, from about 30 cm (12 in.) dial. away, with no obstructions. Insert a cassette into your VCR, and set When connecting with an i.LINK cable the VCR to recording pause.
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Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [ADJ TEST], then press the dial. select the average numerical value of [IN], then press the dial. 0 : 08 : 55 : 06 The calculated start position for recording VIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL...
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Press MENU. Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The ending point of the first program is set, and the lower part of the program mark Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to changes to light blue. select (OTHERS), then press the dial. 0 : 09 : 07 : 06 VIDEO EDIT MARK...
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To end Digital program editing Press MENU. To save a program without using it to record Press MENU in step 11. The program is stored in memory until the cassette is ejected. To erase programs Follow steps 1 to 4 in “Recording the selected scenes as programs”...
AC Adaptor from the wall outlet and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be damaged. (p. 12) The battery pack is quickly • The temperature of the environment is too low, or the battery pack has discharged.
Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions The remaining battery time indicator • The temperature of the environment is too high or too low, or the battery does not indicate the correct time. pack has not been charged enough. This is not a malfunction. cFully charge the battery again.
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Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions cUse the viewfinder lens adjustment lever to adjust the lens. (p. 16) The picture in the viewfinder is not clear. cClose the LCD panel. The picture is not displayed in the viewfinder The picture in the viewfinder has disappeared.
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• There is a blank section in the beginning or middle of the tape. This is correctly. not a malfunction. cPress LIGHT repeatedly to select The built-in light does not function. cIf the problem presists, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Playback Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions cIf the tape has reached the end, rewind the tape.
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Digital program editing does not between your camcorder and the VCR. (p. 62) cWhen your camcorder is connected to a DV device that is not a Sony function. product via an i.LINK cable, select [IR] in step 9 of “Step 1: Preparing your camcorder and VCR for operation.”...
C:ss : ss/E:ss : ss (Self- Some symptoms can be fixed by yourself. If the problem persists even after diagnosis display) you tried a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:04:ss cA battery pack that is not an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is being used.
Indication Cause and/or Corrective Actions Z (Eject cassette warning)* Slow flashing: • The write-protect tab on the cassette is set to lock. (p. 82) Fast flashing: • Moisture condensation has occurred. (p. 86) • The tape has run out. • The self-diagnosis display code is displayed. (p. 79) * You hear a melody or beep sound when the warning indicators appear on the screen.
Additional Information Simple setting of clock by time difference Using your camcorder You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when using your abroad camcorder abroad. Select [WORLD TIME] in (OTHERS) menu, then set the time difference (p.
TRV260/265: Usable cassette When you record You cannot record software on your tapes camcorder that contains copyright control signals for copyright protection of software. You can use standard 8 mm and Hi8 [Cannot record due to copyright protection.] Digital8 video cassettes on your camcorder. appears on the LCD screen, or on the TV screen if you try to record such software.
– Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it About the up, and insert it in your camcorder right before you start taking shots. “InfoLITHIUM” – Use a large capacity battery pack: NP- QM71/QM71D/QM91/QM91D (optional). battery pack • Frequent use of the LCD screen or a frequent playback, fast forward or rewind operation wears out the battery pack faster.
Tips • i.LINK is a more familiar term for the IEEE 1394 data transport bus proposed by Sony, and is a trademark approved by many corporations. • IEEE 1394 is an international standard standardized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.
This unit can also be connected to other i.LINK properly. (DV Interface) compatible device made by – Near AM receivers and video equipment. Sony (e.g. a VAIO series personal computer) as Noise may occur. well as to video device. – Sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If sand or...
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The indicator will not appear when the If the following problem occurs, clean the moisture condenses on the lens. video heads for 10 seconds with the Sony If moisture condensation has occurred V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (optional). None of the functions except cassette ejection –...
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– Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or If the following problem occurs, clean the vinyl objects for a long period of time. video heads for 10 seconds with the Sony About care and storage of the lens V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (optional).
260/265: Specification 3.0 mm (1/6 type) CCD (Charge Coupled Device) Gross: Approx. 460 000 pixels Effective: Approx. 290 000 pixels Video camera recorder Lens Combined power zoom lens Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in.) 20 × (Optical), 990 × (Digital) F=1.6 - 2.4 System Focal length...
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LCD screen AC Adaptor AC-L15A/L15B Picture Power requirements 6.2 cm (2.5 type) AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz Total dot number Current consumption 123 200 (560 × 220) 0.35 - 0.18 A Power consumption General 18 W Power requirements Output voltage DC 7.2 V (battery pack) DC 8.4 V, 1.5 A...
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Types of differences Model CCD- DCR- TRV128 TRV228 TRV328 TRV428 TRV260 TRV265 Recording system Digital8 Digital8 Playback system Hi8/8 Hi8/8 Hi8/8 Hi8/8 Digital8 Digital8 Audio recording Monaural Monaural Monaural Monaural Stereo Stereo AUDIO/VIDEO jack S VIDEO jack DV Interface — —...
Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls Camcorder A Lens cap (p. 21, 25) To attach the lens cap B LCD screen (p. 3, 16) C OPEN button (p. 16) D VOLUME –/+* button (p. 34) E END SEARCH button (p. 33) F Speaker G Viewfinder (p.
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A Built-in light (p. 23) E Microphone B Lens F NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch (p. 28) C Infrared ray emitter (p. 64, 70)/ G EASY button (p. 26, 36) TRV228/428/ TRV265: H DSPL/BATT INFO button (p. 13, 37) Remote sensor D Camera recording lamp (p. 21, 26) A Jack cover E S VIDEO OUT jack (p.
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A RESET button (p. 74) H CAMERA mode lamps (p. 15) B For I PLAY/EDIT mode lamp (p. 15) TRV260/265: BURN DVD/VCD J For TRV260/265: You can easily take a picture recorded on Rec buttons (p. 68) the tape and burn it onto a DVD or CD-R. REC (rec) See the supplied “Computer Applications K For...
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A Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 16) E Tripod receptacle Make sure that the length of the tripod B Eyecup screw is less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). C Cassette lid Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod OPEN/EJECT lever (p. 18) securely, and the screw may damage your camcorder.
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Remote Commander Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander. To remove the insulation sheet TRV228/428: Insulation sheet To change the button-type battery While pressing on the tab, inset your fingernail into the slit to pull out the battery case. TRV265: Remove the button-type lithium battery.
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WARNING Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire. CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Indicators for the LCD screen and viewfinder Following indicators will appear on the LCD Indicators Meanings screen and viewfinder to indicate the state of Q E Z Warning (p. 79) your camcorder. Indicators and their on-screen/viewfinder Manual exposure (p. 28) positions vary depending on your camcorder Manual focus (p.
Index Data code (DATA CODE) Language .......37, 59 LANGUAGE) Date search......41 ......19, 58 Numerics Date/time......37 LCD back light (LCD B.L.) 16:9 WIDE mode ..47, 49 DEMO MODE....58 ........53 Digital program editing LCD brightness (VIDEO EDIT) ...69 (LCD BRIGHT)..16 A/V connecting cable Digital zoom (D ZOOM) ...47 LCD COLOR ....
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PAL ........81 USB jack......92 Photo scan ......42 USB Streaming Photo search .......41 (USB STEAM) ... 57 Picture effect Using abroad...... 81 (P EFFECT) ....45 Picture search .....35 Playing time .......14 Video head......86 Power mode .......15 Viewfinder......16 PROGRAM AE ....44 Volume ......
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[Description of main button functions on toolbar of the Adobe Acrobat Reader Ver5.0 (for Windows)] Toolbar Printing a text Reversing the screens displayed once • To reverse the previous screens (operation) one by one, click 1. Click the Print button 2.