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and retain it for future reference.
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the
serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. CCD-TRV
Serial No.
CCD-TRV75/TRV85/TRV93/
TRV715/TRV815
©1998 by Sony Corporation
Model No. AC-L
Serial No.
CCD-TRV93
3-861-891-13 (1)

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. CCD-TRV 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

    Table of contents Before you begin Using this manual ... 4 Checking supplied accessories ... 5 Getting started Installing and charging the battery pack ... 6 Inserting a cassette ... 10 Basic operations Camera recording ... 11 Using the zoom feature ... 14 Selecting the START/STOP mode ...

  • Page 4: Before You Begin Using This Manual

    Before you begin Using this manual The instructions in this manual are for the four models listed below. Before you start reading this manual and operating the unit, check your model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder. The CCD-TRV93 is the model used for illustration purposes.

  • Page 5: Checking Supplied Accessories

    Checking supplied accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 83) 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 7, 25) 3 NP-F330 Battery pack (1) (p. 6, 25) 4 CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p.

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Before using your camcorder, you first need to install and charge the battery pack. This camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery. “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Installing the battery pack (1) While pressing BATT RELEASE, slide the battery terminal cover in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 7 Installing and charging the battery pack Charging the battery pack Charge the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration. The battery pack is charged a little in the factory. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the supplied AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack with the plug’s 4 mark up.

  • Page 8: Installing And Charging The Battery Pack

    Installing and charging the battery pack Charging time Battery pack Charging time* (min.) The time required for a normal charge is indicated in parentheses. * Approximate minutes to charge an empty battery pack using the supplied AC power adaptor. (Lower temperatures require a longer charging time.) Battery life Upper numbers are the time when recording with the viewfinder.

  • Page 9: Installing And Charging The Battery Pack

    Installing and charging the battery pack CCD-TRV93 Battery NP-F330 pack (supplied) Continuous 125 (110) 215 (190) 250 (220) 430 (385) 510 (460) 680 (610) 780 (700) recording 95 (85) time* Typical 65 (55) recording 50 (45) time** Playing time on 95 (85) Numbers in parentheses indicate the time when you use a normally charged battery.

  • Page 10: 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 11: Basic Operations Camera Recording

    Basic operations Camera recording Make sure that the power source is installed and a cassette is inserted and that the START/STOP MODE switch inside the LCD panel is set to time events, you may want to make a trial recording to make sure that the camcorder is working correctly.
  • Page 12 Camera recording To stop recording momentarily [a] Press START/STOP again. The “STBY” indicator appears in the viewfinder (Standby mode). To finish recording [b] Press START/STOP again. Turn STANDBY down to LOCK and set the POWER switch to OFF. Then, eject the cassette. STBY 0:35:20 START/STOP START/STOP...
  • Page 13 Camera recording Note on Standby mode If you leave the camcorder in Standby mode for 5 minutes while the cassette is inserted, the camcorder turns off automatically for saving battery power as well as for preventing the battery and tape from wearing down. To resume Standby mode, turn STANDBY down and up again.

  • Page 14: Using The Zoom Feature

    Camera recording Using the zoom feature Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the scene. For more professional-looking recordings, use the zoom function sparingly. “T” side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) “W” side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away) Zooming speed (Variable speed zooming) Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom, move it further for a faster zoom.

  • Page 15: 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. : Recording starts when you press START/STOP, and stops when you press it again (normal mode).

  • Page 16: 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 17: Letting The Subject Monitor The Shot (Mirror Mode)

    Camera recording 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]. •Close the LCD panel completely when not in use.

  • Page 18: Hints For Better Shooting

    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 19 When attaching a non-Sony tripod, make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 9/32 inch (6.5 mm). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage the camcorder.

  • Page 20: Checking The Recorded Picture

    Checking the recorded picture Using EDITSEARCH, you can review the last recorded scene or check the recorded picture in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to CAMERA.

  • Page 21: Playing Back A Tape

    Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to VTR. The video control buttons light up. (2) Insert the recorded tape with the window facing out. (3) While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel.
  • Page 22 Playing back a tape 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 23: Various Playback Modes

    Playing back a tape Various playback modes You can enjoy clear pictures on the LCD screen 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 24: 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 25: Advanced Operations Using Alternative Power Sources

    Keep the AC power adaptor away from the camcorder if the picture is disturbed. Accessory to be used Supplied AC power adaptor Battery pack NP-F330 (supplied), NP-F530, NP-F550, NP-F730, NP-F730H, NP-F750, NP-F930, NP-F950 Supplied battery case (CCD-TRV75/TRV85/ TRV93 only) Sony car battery charger DC-V515A 2, 3...

  • Page 26: Using Alkaline Batteries

    Using alternative power sources Using alkaline batteries – CCD-TRV75/TRV85/TRV93 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. (2) Insert six new alkaline batteries into the battery holder, following the marking on the holder to be sure the batteries are installed in the correct direction.

  • Page 27: Using A Car Battery

    Using alternative power sources 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). Refer to the operating instructions of your car battery charger.

  • Page 28: Changing The Mode Settings

    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 29: Selecting The Mode Setting Of Each Item

    Changing the mode settings Notes on changing the mode setting •Menu items differ depending on the setting of the POWER switch to VTR or CAMERA. •When you let the subject monitor the shot (mirror mode), the menu display does not appear.
  • Page 30 Changing the mode settings AUTO TV ON* <ON/OFF> 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. TV INPUT* <VIDEO1/VIDEO2/VIDEO3/OFF>...
  • Page 31 Changing the mode settings 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. •Select 16:9FULL to record in 16:9FULL mode.
  • Page 32 Changing the mode settings WORLD TIME* Select this item to set the clock by a time difference. 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 33: 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 34: 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) STRIPE BOUNCE...
  • Page 35 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 36: Shooting In The Dark (Nightshot)

    Shooting in the dark (NightShot) The NightShot function enables you to shoot a subject in a dark place. You can achieve a satisfactory recording of the ecology of nocturnal animals for observation with this function. This function may record picture nearly in monochrome. (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON.

  • Page 37: 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 38 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. 28). 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 zoom mode.

  • Page 39: Using The Program Ae Function

    Using the PROGRAM AE function Selecting the best mode You can select one of six PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shooting situation, referring to the following. Spotlight mode For subjects in spotlight, such as at the theater or a formal event. a Soft Portrait mode For zooming in on a still subject in telephoto mode, or for a subject behind an obstacle such as a screen.
  • Page 40 Using the PROGRAM AE function Using the PROGRAM AE function (1) Press PROGRAM AE. (2) Turn the control dial to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode. PROGRAM To turn off program AE Press PROGRAM AE. 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.

  • Page 41: 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 42 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 “T” side on the optical zoom zone until the lever reaches the end.

  • Page 43: 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 color and brightness of the picture is reversed. SEPIA The picture is sepia.

  • Page 44: Using Picture Effect Function

    Enjoying picture effect Using picture effect function (1) Press PICTURE EFFECT. (2) Turn the control dial to select the desired picture effect mode. PICTURE EFFECT To turn off picture effect Press PICTURE EFFECT. The indicator in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen goes out.

  • Page 45: 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 46 Adjusting the exposure Shooting with the sun behind you If the light source is behind your subject, or in the following situations, the subject will be recorded too dark. •The subject is indoors and there is a window behind the subject. •Bright light sources are included in the scene.

  • Page 47: Superimposing A Title

    Superimposing a title You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles. You can also select the language, color, size and position of titles. Superimposing titles (1) Press TITLE to display the title menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select (3) Turn the control dial to select the desired title, then press the dial.
  • Page 48 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.

  • Page 49: 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. (1) Press TITLE to display the title menu.

  • Page 50: Recording With The Date/Time

    Making your own titles To edit a title you have stored In step 3, select CUSTOM1 or CUSTOM2, depending on which title you want to edit, then change the title. 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.

  • Page 51: Optimizing The Recording Condition

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

  • Page 52: Using The Built-In Light (Ccd-Trv93 Only)

    Using the built-in light – CCD-TRV93 only You can use the built-in light to suit your shooting situation. The recommended distance between the subject and camcorder is about 5 feet (1.5 meters). While the camcorder is in Standby mode, slide LIGHT to ON. The built-in light turns The built-in light turns on/off by turning on/off STANDBY.

  • Page 53: Replacing The Bulb

    Using the built-in light Replacing the bulb Use the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp (not supplied). The supplied halogen lamp is not on the market. Purchase the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp. Remove the power source before replacing the bulb. (1) While pushing the hole under the built-in light unit using a wire, remove the unit.

  • Page 54: Releasing The Steady Shot Function

    Releasing the STEADY SHOT function When the Steady Shot function is working, the camcorder compensates for camera- shake. You can release the Steady Shot function when you do not need to use the Steady Shot function. The “ the Steady Shot function when shooting a stationary object with a tripod. You can select ON or OFF in the menu system (p.

  • Page 55: Watching On A Tv Screen

    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 house current for the power source. While playing back on a TV screen, close the LCD panel.
  • Page 56 LASER LINK is a system which transmits and receives a picture and sound between video equipment having the 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 57: Editing Onto Another Tape

    Editing onto another tape You can create your own video program by editing with any other h 8 mm, H Hi8, j VHS, k S-VHS, VCR that has video/audio inputs. Before editing Connect the camcorder to the VCR using the supplied A/V connecting cable. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE, if available.

  • Page 58: Recording From A Vcr Or Tv

    Recording from a VCR or TV You can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has video/ audio outputs. Connect the camcorder to the VCR or TV using the supplied A/V cable. Turn down the volume of the camcorder while editing. Otherwise, picture distortion may occur.

  • Page 59: Additional Information Changing The Lithium Battery In The Camcorder

    I indicator flashes in the viewfinder for about 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 60 Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Changing the lithium battery When replacing the lithium battery, keep the battery pack or other power source attached. Otherwise, you will need to reset the date, time and other items in the menu system retained by the lithium battery.

  • Page 61: 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 (3) Turn the control dial to select CLOCK SET, then press the dial. (4) Turn the control dial to adjust the desired year, then press the dial.

  • Page 62: Simple Setting Of Clock By Time Difference

    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 (3) Turn the control dial to select WORLD TIME, then press the dial.

  • Page 63: Usable Cassettes And Playback Modes

    Usable cassettes and playback modes Selecting cassette types This Hi8 system is an extension of the standard 8 mm system, and was developed to realize higher picture quality. You can use either Hi8 or standard 8 mm video cassette for this camera. When you use a Hi8 video cassette, the recording is made in the Hi8 system.

  • Page 64: Tips For Using The Battery Pack

    Tips for using the battery pack This section shows you how you can get the most out of your battery pack. Preparing the battery pack Always carry additional batteries Have sufficient battery pack power to do 2 to 3 times as much recording as you have planned.
  • Page 65 Tips for using the battery pack Notes on the rechargeable battery pack Caution Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 140°F (60°C), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight. The battery pack heats up During charging or recording, the battery pack heats up.
  • Page 66 Notes on the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack 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 67: Maintenance Information And Precautions

    •Use only with 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 68: Video Head Cleaning

    Do not use a commercially available wet-type cleaning cassette. It may damage the video heads. Note If the Sony V8-25CLH/V8-25CLD cleaning cassette is not available in your area, consult your nearest Sony dealer. CLEANING CASSETTE” message appear one after another or...
  • Page 69 Maintenance information and precautions Removing dust from inside the viewfinder – CCD-TRV75/TRV85/TRV715/TRV815 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 70 •For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in this manual. •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 71 •If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water. •If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a doctor. If any difficulty should arise, unplug the unit and contact your nearest Sony dealer.

  • Page 72: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    Using your camcorder abroad Each country or area has its own electric and TV color systems. 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.

  • Page 73: 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 74 Trouble check Symptom Recording stops in a few seconds. The cassette cannot be removed from the holder. { and 6 indicators flash and no function except for cassette ejection works. The date or time indicator is flashing. The tape does not move when a video control button is pressed.
  • Page 75 • EDIT is set to ON in the menu system. m Set it to OFF. (p. 32) • The video heads may be dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLH/V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p. 68) • The LCD panel is open.

  • Page 76: 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 autorized Sony facilitiy.

  • Page 77: Specifications

    Specifications Video camera recorder System Video recording system 4 rotary heads (SP/LP independent heads) Helical scanning FM system Audio recording system Rotary heads, FM system Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette 8mm video format cassette Hi8 or standard 8 Recording / Playback time (using 120 min.

  • Page 78: Identifying The Parts

    Identifying the parts 1 EDITSEARCH button (p. 20) 2 LASER LINK button (p. 56) 3 Lens cover 4 POWER switch (p. 11) 5 FOCUS switch (p. 42) 6 NEAR/FAR dial (p. 42) 7 Video control buttons (p. 21) p STOP (stop) 0 REW (rewind) ( PLAY (playback) ) FF (fastforward)
  • Page 79 Identifying the parts !£ !¢ !∞ !§ !¶ !• !ª @º !£ Viewfinder (p. 12) !¢ Speaker (p. 22) !∞ LCD screen (p. 16) !§ LCD BRIGHT buttons (p. 16) !¶ OPEN button (p. 15) !• VOLUME buttons (p. 21) !ª...
  • Page 80 Identifying the parts @ª #º #¡ #™ #£ #¢ #∞ @ª COUNTER RESET button (p. 13) #º TIME button (p. 50) #¡ DATE button (p. 50) #™ DISPLAY button (p. 22) #£ TITLE button (p. 47) #¢ END SEARCH button (p. 24) #∞...
  • Page 81 Identifying the parts $£ $¢ $∞ $§ $¶ $• $£ Eyecup RELEASE knob (CCD-TRV75/ TRV85/TRV715/TRV815 only) (p. 69) $¢ EJECT switch (p. 10) $∞ 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 82 Identifying the parts %¢ %∞ %§ %¢ Built-in light (CCD-TRV93 only) (p. 52) %∞ LIGHT switch (CCD-TRV93 only) (p. 52) %§ MIC jack (PLUG IN POWER) Connect an external microphone (not supplied). This jack also accepts a “plug-in-power” microphone. %¶ Camera recording/battery lamp (p. 11) To watch the demonstration You can start the demonstration by setting DEMO MODE in the menu system.

  • Page 83: Remote Commander

    •This camcorder works in 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 in commander mode VTR 2, we recommend you change the commander mode or cover the remote sensor of the VCR with black paper.

  • Page 84: Attaching The Shoulder Strap

    Identifying the parts To prepare the Remote Commander Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and – on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment. Note on battery life The batteries for the Remote Commander last about 6 months under normal operation. When the batteries become weak or dead, the Remote Commander does not work.
  • Page 85 Identifying the parts Operation indicators Viewfinder STBY M.FADER CINEMA SEPIA AUTO DATE „ 12:00:00AM !¡ !™ !£ 1 Recording mode indicator (p. 29)/ Mirror mode indicator (p. 17) 2 Playing back or recording in Hi8 format (p. 63) 3 Remaining battery time indicator 4 Exposure indicator (p.

  • Page 86: Warning Indicators

    8 Some other trouble has occurred. Use the self-diagnosis function (p.76). 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. 0 You tried to record a picture that has a copyright control signal.

  • Page 87: Index

    Index A, B Ajusting viewfinder ... 12 AFM HiFi Sound ... 32, 63 ANTI GROUND SHOOTING ... 15 Auto focus ... 42 Backlight ... 33 Beep ... 13 C, D Camera recording ... 11 Car battery ... 27 Charging battery ... 7 Cleaning video heads ...
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