Sony Handycam DCR-TRV510E Operating Instructions Manual page 120

Troubleshooting
In the recording and playback modes
Symptom
The power does not turn on.
The end search function does not
work.
The battery pack is quickly
discharged.
The battery remaining indicator does
not indicate the correct time.
The cassette cannot be removed from
the holder.
The { and 6 indicators flash and no
functions except for cassette ejection
work.
In the flash memory function (DCR-TRV510E only)
Symptom
Recording does not function.
The image cannot be deleted.
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Cause and/or Corrective Actions
• The battery pack is not installed, or is dead or nearly dead.
m Install a charged battery pack. (p. 12, 13)
• The AC power adaptor is not connected to the mains.
m Connect the AC power adaptor to the mains. (p. 18)
• The tape was ejected after recording.
• You have not recorded on the new cassette yet.
• The operating temperature is too low.
• The battery pack is not fully charged.
m Charge the battery pack again. (p. 13)
• The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged.
m Replace with a new battery pack. (p. 12)
• You have used the battery pack in an extremely hot or cold
environment for a long time.
• The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged.
m Replace with a new battery pack. (p. 12)
• The battery is dead.
m Use a charged battery pack. (p. 12, 13)
• The power source is disconnected.
m Connect it firmly. (p. 12, 18)
• The battery is dead.
m Use a charged battery pack or the AC power adaptor.
(p. 12, 13)
• Moisture condensation has occurred.
m Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1
hour to acclimatize. (p. 131)
Cause and/or Corrective Actions
• The STANDBY switch is not set to MEMORY.
m Set it to MEMORY. (p. 80)
• The built-in flash memory has already been recorded to its full
capacity.
m Erase unnecessary images and record again. (p. 97)
• The image is protected.
m Cancel image protection. (p. 96)