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Sony Handycam Vision DCR-TRV5E Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
Инструкция по эксплуатации
Перед эксплуатацией аппарата внимательно прочтите,
пожалуйста, данное руководство и сохраняйте его для
дальнейших справок.
DCR-TRV5E
©1998 by Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Инструкция по эксплуатации Перед эксплуатацией аппарата внимательно прочтите, пожалуйста, данное руководство и сохраняйте его для дальнейших справок. DCR-TRV5E ©1998 by Sony Corporation...

  • Page 2: Welcome

    English Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam Vision camcorder. With your Handycam Vision you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam Vision is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Welcome! Table of contents3 Table of contents Before you begin Using this manual ... 4 Checking supplied accessories ... 6 Getting started Charging and installing the battery pack ... 7 Inserting a cassette ... 11 Basic operations Camera recording ... 12 Using the zoom feature ...

  • Page 4: Before You Begin

    Before you begin Using this manual As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the camcorder are shown in capital letters. e.g., Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. As indicated with ≥ in the illustrations, you can hear the beep sound to confirm your operation. Note on Cassette Memory This camcorder is based on the DV format.
  • Page 5 Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care •The LCD screen and/or the colour viewfinder are manufactured using high-precision technology. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue or green in colour) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and/or in the viewfinder.

  • Page 6: Checking Supplied Accessories

    Checking supplied accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 119) 2 NP-F330 battery pack (1) (p. 7) 3 AC-V625 AC power adaptor (1) (p. 7, 28) The shape of the plug varies from region to region.

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    To charge the battery pack, use the supplied AC power adaptor. This camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Charging the battery pack Charge the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration.
  • Page 8 Charging and installing the battery pack Charging time Battery pack NP-F330 (supplied) NP-F550 NP-F530 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 While using with viewfinder...
  • Page 9 Charging and installing the battery pack Notes on remaining battery time indication during recording • Remaining battery time is displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. However, the indication may not be displayed properly, depending on using conditions and circumstances.

  • Page 10: Installing The Battery Pack

    Charging and installing the battery pack Installing the battery pack (1) Set the POWER switch to OFF to prevent misoperation of the camcorder. (2) To open the lid of the battery compartment, slide the OPEN (BATT) release lever. (3) Insert the battery pack in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 11: Inserting A Cassette

    Inserting a cassette You can use mini DV cassette with only. Make sure that the power source is installed. (1) While pressing the small blue button on the EJECT switch, slide it in the direction of the arrow. The cassette lid and compartment open.

  • Page 12: Basic Operations

    Basic operations Camera recording Make sure that the power source is installed and a cassette is inserted and that the START/STOP MODE switch (p. 17) is set to record one-time events, you may want to make a trial recording to make sure that the camcorder is working correctly.
  • Page 13 Camera recording To stop recording momentarily [a] Press START/STOP. The “STBY” indicator appears in the viewfinder (Standby mode). To finish recording [b] Press START/STOP again to stop recording. Set the POWER switch to OFF. Then, eject the cassette and remove the battery pack. POWER When you use mini DV cassette with cassette memory...
  • Page 14 •When you record in LP mode, we recommend you to use a Sony Excellence/Master mini DV cassette so that you can get the most out of your camcorder. •You cannot make audio dubbing on a tape recorded in LP mode.

  • Page 15: Using The Zoom Feature

    Camera recording Note on remaining tape indicator The indicator may not be displayed accurately depending on the tape. Though the indicator does not appear at the time of recording, it will appear in a few seconds. Using the zoom feature Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the scene.
  • Page 16 Camera recording Notes on digital zoom • More than 10x zoom is performed digitally, and the picture quality deteriorates as you go toward the “T” side. If you do not want to use the digital zoom, set the D ZOOM function to OFF in the menu system.

  • Page 17: Selecting The Start/Stop Mode

    Camera recording Selecting the start/stop mode Your camcorder has two modes besides normal start/stop mode. These modes enable you to take a series of quick shots resulting in a lively video. (1) 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 18: Shooting With The Lcd Screen

    Camera recording To extend the recording time in 5SEC mode Press START/STOP again before all the dots disappear. Recording continues for about 5 seconds from the moment you press START/ STOP. Note on 5SEC recording If you have turned off the indicators on the LCD screen, the dots do not appear.
  • Page 19 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].

  • Page 20: Letting The Subject Monitor The Shot

    Camera recording Letting the subject monitor the shot You can turn the LCD panel over so that it faces the other way and you can let the subject monitor the shot while shooting with the viewfinder. Turn the LCD panel up vertically. When you turn the LCD panel 180 degrees, the appears on the LCD screen (mirror mode) and the time code and remaining tape indicators...
  • Page 21 Camera recording Notes on mirror mode •When you turn the LCD panel about 90 degrees to 180 degrees, the camcorder enters mirror mode. •Using the mirror mode, you can record yourself while watching yourself on the LCD. •The picture on the LCD looks like a mirror- image while recording in mirror mode.

  • Page 22: Hints For Better Shooting

    Hints for better shooting For hand-held shots, you will 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. [a] •...
  • Page 23 If you have a tripod for a still camera, you can also use it with the camcorder. When attaching a non-Sony tripod, make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 6.5 mm (9/32 inch). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage the camcorder.

  • Page 24: Playing Back A Tape

    Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (1) Insert the recorded tape with the window facing out. (2) While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel. (3) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to PLAYER.
  • Page 25 Playing back a tape To display the LCD screen/viewfinder screen indicators Press DISPLAY (p. 115). To erase the indicators, press again. Note on screen indicators The screen indicator disappears when the title is displayed. Using headphones Connect headphones (not supplied) to the 2 jack. You can adjust the volume of the headphones using VOL +/–.
  • Page 26 Playing back a tape To view the picture at 1/3 speed (slow playback) Press & on the Remote Commander during playback. For slow playback in reverse direction, press <, then press &. To resume normal playback, press (. To view the picture at double speed For double speed playback in the reverse direction, press <, then press 2 on the Remote Commander during playback.

  • Page 27: 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. The tape starts rewinding or fast-forwarding and the last about 5 seconds of the recorded portion plays back.

  • Page 28: Advanced Operations

    Battery Battery pack NP-F330 pack (supplied), NP-F550, NP-F530 In the car 12 V or Sony DC adaptor/charger 24 V car DC-V700 battery Note on power sources Disconnecting the power source or removing the battery pack during recording or playback may damage the inserted tape.

  • Page 29: Using A Car Battery

    (mains) as long as it is connected to the mains, even if the set itself has been turned off. Using a car battery Use a DC adaptor/charger such as Sony DC-V700 (not supplied). Connect the car battery cord to the cigarette lighter socket of a car (12 V or 24 V).

  • Page 30: 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 on the LCD screen. (2) Turn the control dial to select the desired item, then press the control dial.
  • Page 31 Changing the mode settings Selecting the mode setting of each item r is set at the tactory. Items for both CAMERA and PLAYER modes LCD BRIGHT Select this item to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. The LCD screen becomes brighter when you turn the control dial up, and darker when you turn it down.
  • Page 32 Changing the mode settings Items for CAMERA mode only PROGRAM AE* Select this item to use the PROGRAM AE function. See page 42 for details. P EFFECT** Select this item to enjoy the picture effect. See page 46 for details. REC MODE <rSP/LP>...
  • Page 33 Changing the mode settings DEMO MODE <rSTBY/ON or OFF> •Select STBY/ON to glance over the function of camcorder. •Select OFF not to display demonstration. Notes on DEMO MODE • DEMO MODE is set to STBY (Standby)/ ON at the factory and the demonstration starts about 10 minutes after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA without inserting a cassette.
  • Page 34 Changing the mode settings AUDIO MIX* Select this item and adjust the balance between the stereo 1 and stereo 2 by turning the control dial. CM SEARCH <rON/OFF> • Select ON to search using cassette memory. • Select OFF to search without using cassette memory.

  • Page 35: 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 on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. [a] Subject is too dark because of backlight.

  • Page 36: Using The Fader Function

    Using the FADER function You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. When fading in, the picture gradually fades in from black while the sound increases. When fading out, the picture gradually fades to black while the sound decreases.
  • Page 37 Using the FADER function To cancel the fader function Before pressing START/STOP, press FADER until the fade indicator disappears. You cannot use the fader function in the following situations – The START/STOP MODE switch is set to ANTI GROUND SHOOTING or 5SEC. –...

  • Page 38: Photo Recording

    Photo recording You can record a still picture like a photograph for about seven seconds. This photo recording is useful when you want to enjoy a picture such as a photograph or when you print a picture using a video printer (not supplied). You can record about 510 pictures on a 60-minute tape in SP mode.
  • Page 39 Photo recording When you press PHOTO during normal recording The picture on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder whenever you press PHOTO will be recorded. You cannot check the recorded picture by pressing PHOTO lightly. After the moving picture is recorded as a still picture for about seven seconds, the camcorder will go back to Standby mode.

  • Page 40: Using The Wide Mode Function

    Using the wide mode function You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE). The picture with black bands at the top and the bottom on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder [a] is normal. The picture on a normal TV [b] is horizontally compressed.
  • Page 41 Using the wide mode function Selecting wide picture mode (1) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen. (2) Turn the control dial to select 16:9WIDE, then press the control dial. (3) Turn the control dial to select ON, then press the control dial.

  • Page 42: Using The Program Ae Function

    Using the PROGRAM AE function You can select from six PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shooting situation. When you use PROGRAM AE, you can get a Portrait effect (the subject is in focus and the background is out of focus), capture high-speed action, record night views, etc.
  • Page 43 Using the PROGRAM AE function Using the PROGRAM AE function (1) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen. (2) Turn the control dial to select PROGRAM AE, then press the control dial. (3) Turn the control dial to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode, then press the control dial.

  • Page 44: 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. • Too much brightness behind the subject [c] •...
  • Page 45 Focusing manually Focusing manually When focusing manually, first focus in telephoto before recording, and then reset the shot length. (1) Press FOCUS. The f indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (2) Turn the control dial to focus on the subject. FOCUS To return to the autofocus mode Press FOCUS to turn off f indicator.

  • Page 46: 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 picture is in pastel tones. NEG. ART [b] The colour of the picture is reversed. SEPIA The picture is sepia. B&W The picture is monochrome (black and white).
  • Page 47 Enjoying picture effect Using picture effect function (1) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen. (2) Turn the control dial to select P EFFECT, then press the control dial. (3) Turn the control dial to select the desired picture effect mode, then press the control dial.

  • Page 48: 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 49: Superimposing A Title

    Adjusting the exposure To return to automatic exposure mode Press EXPOSURE to turn off the exposure indicator. Notes •The control dial does not have a stop position. •If you select PROGRAM AE in the menu, the exposure comes back to automatic adjustment again.
  • Page 50 Superimposing a title Superimposing titles (1) Press TITLE to display the titles on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (2) Turn the control dial to select the title, then press the control dial. (3) Turn the control dial to select the colour, size, or position, then press the control dial.
  • Page 51 Superimposing a title While you are playing back, pausing, or recording After step 6, “SAVE” appears on the screen for 5 seconds and the title is set. While in Standby mode After step 6, the “TITLE” indicator appears. And when you press START/STOP to start recording, “SAVE”...
  • Page 52 Superimposing a title Notes on titles • While the title is displayed, the picture does not fade in or out. • You cannot superimpose a title to a blank portion of the tape. • The titles you superimposed are displayed by only using the DV format video equipment with index titler function.
  • Page 53 Superimposing a title Erasing a title (1) Press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select TITLEERASE, then press the control dial. (3) Turn the control dial to select the title you want to erase, then press the control dial. (4) Make sure the title is the one you want to erase, then press the control dial again.

  • Page 54: Making A Custom Title

    Making a custom title If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can make one title of up to 20 characters and store it in memory. (1) Press TITLE to display the titles on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (2) Turn the control dial to select CUSTOM TITLE, then press the control dial.
  • Page 55 Making a custom title TITLE TITLE HELLO HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS! OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING VACATION TITLE : END CUSTOM TITLE MUSIC––––––––––––––– AB CD E 1 2 3 4 5 F GH I J 6 7 8 9 0 K L MNO ’...

  • Page 56: Labeling A Cassette

    Making a custom title If it takes more than 5 minutes to make a title If the Standby mode lasts for more than 5 minutes with a cassette inserted, the power will be turned off automatically. If the power is turned off while you are making a title, set the POWER switch to OFF once, then to CAMERA.
  • Page 57 Labeling a cassette POWER MENU MENU TAPE TITLE MUSIC––––––––––––––– AB CD E 1 2 3 4 5 F GH I J 6 7 8 9 0 K L MNO ’ , . / - PQR S T UVWXY Z& MENU : END To erase a character In step 5 turn the control dial to select [ M ], then press the control dial.
  • Page 58 Labeling a cassette If the mark appears in step 4 The cassette memory is full. If you erase the title in the cassette, you can label it. If you have superimposed titles in the cassette When the label is displayed, up to 4 titles also appear.

  • Page 59: Releasing The Steadyshot Function

    Releasing the STEADYSHOT function When you shoot, the indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. 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. Do not use the SteadyShot function when shooting a stationary object with a tripod.
  • Page 60 Releasing the STEADYSHOT function To activate the SteadyShot function again Select ON in step 3, then press the control dial. Notes on the SteadyShot function • The SteadyShot function will not correct excessive camera-shake. • When you switch the SteadyShot function on or off, the exposure may fluctuate.

  • Page 61: Watching On A Tv Screen

    Watching on a TV screen Connect the camcorder to your VCR or TV 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 mains for the power source.
  • Page 62 LASER LINK является системой приема и передачи изображения и звука между видеоаппаратурой, имеющей знак помощью инфракрасных лучей. LASER LINK является товарным знаком корпорации Sony. Для воспроизведения на телевизоре (1) Установите выключатель POWER на видеокамере в положение PLAYER. (2) После подсоединения к Вашему...
  • Page 63 Watching on a TV screen To cancel the LASER LINK function Press LASER LINK. Notes on LASER LINK •When LASER LINK is activated (the LASER LINK button is lit), the camcorder consumes power. Press and turn off the LASER LINK button when it is not needed.

  • Page 64: Searching The Boundaries Of Recorded Tape With Date - Date Search

    Searching the boundaries of recorded tape with date – date search You can search for the boundaries of recorded tape with date – Date Search function. To search the beginning of the specific date and play back from the point, there are two ways: •Using cassette memory, you can select the date displayed on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.

  • Page 65: Searching The Boundaries Of Recorded Tape With Date

    Searching the boundaries of recorded tape with date – date search DATE SEARCH 1/ 7/98 2/ 8/98 17:00 4/ 9/98 11:00 DATE SEARCH 1/ 7/98 2/ 8/98 17:00 4/ 9/98 11:00 To stop searching Press p. Notes •The interval of the boundaries between the dates needs more than two minutes.
  • Page 66 Searching the boundaries of recorded tape with date – date search Searching for the date without using cassette memory You can use this function whether the tape has cassette memory or not. (1) Set the POWER switch to PLAYER. (2) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen.

  • Page 67: Searching The Boundaries Of Recorded Tape With Title - Title Search

    Searching the boundaries of recorded tape with date – date search DATE SEARCH To stop searching Press p. Searching the boundaries of recorded tape with title – title search You can search for the boundaries of recorded tape with title – Title Search function. If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can select the title displayed on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.

  • Page 68: Searching The Boundaries Of Recorded Tape With Title

    Searching the boundaries of recorded tape with title – title search Searching for the title by using cassette memory You can use this function only when playing back a tape with cassette memory (p. 82). (1) Set the POWER switch to PLAYER. (2) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen.

  • Page 69: Searching For A Photo - Photo Search/Photo Scan

    Searching the boundaries of recorded tape with title – title search To stop searching Press p. Notes •You cannot superimpose or search a title, if you use a cassette tape without cassette memory. •The camcorder may not search, if a tape has a blank portion in the beginning or between the recorded portions.
  • Page 70 Searching for a photo – photo search/photo scan Searching for a photo by using cassette memory – photo search You can use this function only when playing back a tape with cassette memory (p. 82). (1) Set the POWER switch to PLAYER. (2) Press MENU to display the menu.
  • Page 71 Searching for a photo – photo search/photo scan To stop searching Press p. Note When you play back a tape which has a blank portion in the beginning or between the recorded portions, the Photo Search function will not work correctly.
  • Page 72 Searching for a photo – photo search/photo scan Searching for a photo without using cassette memory – photo search You can use this function whether the tape has cassette memory or not. (1) Set the POWER switch to PLAYER. (2) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen.
  • Page 73 Searching for a photo – photo search/photo scan Scanning photo – photo scan You can use this function whether the tape has cassette memory or not. (1) Set the POWER switch to PLAYER. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the photo scan indicator displayed on the LCD screen.

  • Page 74: Returning To A Pre-Registered Position

    Returning to a pre- registered position Using the Remote Commander, you can easily go back to the desired point on a tape after playback. (1) During playback, press ZERO SET MEMORY at the point you later want to locate. The counter shows “0:00:00”...

  • Page 75: Displaying Recording Data - Data Code Function

    Displaying recording data – data code function You can display recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder during playback (Data Code). The Data Code is also displayed on the TV. You can only operate with the Remote Commander.

  • Page 76: Editing Onto Another Tape

    Editing onto another tape You can create your own video programme by editing with any other DV, h 8 mm, H Hi8, j VHS, k S-VHS, VHSC, K S-VHSC or l Betamax VCR that has audio/video inputs. You can edit with little deterioration of picture and sound quality when using the DV connecting cable.
  • Page 77 Editing onto another tape Notes on editing when using the DV connecting cable •You can connect one VCR only. •You can record picture, sound and system data at the same time on the DV products by using the DV connecting cable only. •You cannot edit the titles, display indicator or the contents of cassette memory.
  • Page 78 Editing onto another tape Notes on editing when using the A/V connecting cable • Press DATA CODE , SEARCH MODE, or DISPLAY to turn off the display indicators. Otherwise, the indicators will be recorded on the tape. • If your TV or VCR is a monaural type, connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable for video to the TV or VCR.

  • Page 79: Audio Dubbing

    Audio dubbing You can record an audio sound to add to the original sound on a tape by connecting audio equipment or a microphone. If you connect the audio equipment, you can add a sound on your recorded tape by specifying starting and ending points.
  • Page 80 ленте, предварительно записанной в режиме LP. •Если Вы наложите звук на ленту, записанную на другой видеокамере (включая другую видеокамеру DCR-TRV5E) то качество звука мужет ухудшиться. •Когда Вы записываете изоображение в режиме паузы воспроизведения через гнездо DV, Вы не можете наложить...
  • Page 81 Audio dubbing To play back the new recorded sound Adjust the balance between the original sound (ST1) and the new sound (ST2) by selecting AUDIO MIX in menu system. Five minutes after when you disconnect the power source or remove the battery pack, the settings of AUDIO MIX return to the original sound (ST1) only.

  • Page 82: Additional Information

    Tapes with cassette memory have Memory) mark. Sony recommends that you use a tape having mark to enjoy this camcorder fully.
  • Page 83 Usable cassettes and playback modes When you play back Copyright signal When playing back Using any other video camera recorder, you cannot record on a tape that has recorded a copyright control signals for copyright protection of software which is played back in this camcorder.
  • Page 84 Usable cassettes and playback modes Notes on the mini DV cassette To prevent accidental erasure Slide out the protect tab on the cassette so that the red portion is visible. [a] When affixing a label on the mini DV cassette Be sure to affix a label on only the location as illustrated below so as not to cause malfunction of the camcorder.

  • Page 85: Charging The Vanadium-Lithium Battery In The Camcorder

    Charging the vanadium- lithium battery in the camcorder Your camcorder is supplied with a vanadium- lithium battery installed so as to retain the date and time, etc., regardless of the setting of the POWER switch. The vanadium-lithium battery is always charged as long as you are using the camcorder.

  • Page 86: Resetting The Date And Time

    Resetting the date and time The date and time are set at the factory. Set the time according to the local time in your country. If you do not use the camcorder for about half year, the date and time settings may be released (bars may appear) because the vanadium-lithium battery installed in the camcorder will have been discharged.
  • Page 87 Resetting the date and time To correct the date and time setting Repeat steps 2 to 5. The year indicators changes as follows: 1998 1999 ... 2001 ... Note on the time indicator The internal clock of this camcorder operates on a 24-hour cycle.

  • Page 88: 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. Battery life is shorter in a cold environment Battery efficiency is decreased, and the battery...
  • Page 89 Tips for using the battery pack When to replace the battery pack While you are using your camcorder, the remaining battery indicator on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder decreases gradually as battery power is used up. The remaining time in minutes also appears. When the remaining battery indicator reaches the lowest point, the i indicator appears and starts flashing on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.
  • Page 90 Tips for using the battery pack 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 91 Tips for using the battery pack How the battery consumption is displayed The power consumption of the camcorder changes depending on its use, such as whether the LCD is used or not, how the autofocusing is working on or not. While checking the condition of the camcorder, the “InfoLITHIUM”...
  • Page 92 Tips for using the battery pack Why the remaining battery indication does not match the continuous recording time in the operating instruction The recording time is affected by the environmental temperature and conditions. The recording time becomes very short in a cold environment.
  • Page 93 Tips for using the battery pack Notes on the terminals If the terminals (metal parts on the back) are not clean, the battery charge duration will be shortened. When the terminals are not clean or when the battery pack has not been used for a long time, repeatedly install and remove the battery pack a few times.

  • Page 94: 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 95 LCD screen or in the viewfinder If [a] or [b] happens, clean the video heads with the Sony DVM12CL cleaning cassette (not supplied). Check the picture and if the above problem persists, repeat the cleaning. (Do not repeat cleaning more than 5 times in one session.)
  • Page 96 8.4 V (AC power adaptor). •Should any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug the camcorder and have it checked by Sony dealer before operating it any further. •Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens.
  • Page 97 Maintenance information and precautions AC power adaptor Charging •Use only an “InfoLITHIUM” type battery pack. •Place the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration during charging. •The battery pack will get hot during charging. This is normal. Others •Unplug the unit from the mains when not in use for a long time.
  • Page 98 • If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a doctor. If any difficulty should arise, unplug the unit and contact your nearest Sony dealer. Информация по уходу за аппаратом и...

  • Page 99: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    Using your camcorder abroad Each country or area has its own electric and TV colour 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 110 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.

  • Page 100: Trouble Check

    English Trouble check If you run into any problem using the camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. Should the difficulty persist, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Camcorder...
  • Page 101 Trouble check Operation Symptom The tape does not move when a tape transport button is pressed. No sound or only a low sound is heard when playing back a tape. The new sound added to the recorded tape is not heard. The SteadyShot function does not activate.
  • Page 102 The camcorder is not malfunctioning. m Change locations. • The video heads may be dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony DVM12CL (not supplied) cleaning cassette. (p. 95) • The video heads may be dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony DVM12CL (not supplied) cleaning cassette.
  • Page 103 Trouble check Others Symptom While editing using the DV connecting cable, recording picture cannot be monitored. The camcorder becomes warm. The supplied Remote Commander does not work. No function works though the power is AC power adaptor Symptom The VTR/CAMERA or CHARGE lamp does not light.
  • Page 104 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 105: Self-Diagnosis Function

    Five-digit display C:21:ππ C:22: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/viewfinder C : 21: 00 40min 40min Self-diagnosis display •C:ππ:ππ You can service the camcorder yourself.

  • Page 106: Проверка Неисправностей

    Если у Вас возникла какая-либо проблема при использовании видеокамеры, воспользуйтесь следующей таблицей для отыскания и устранения проблемы. Если трудности все еще остаются, то отсоедините источник питания и обратитесь к Вашему дилеру Sony или на местное уполномоченное предприятие по обслуживанию Sony.
  • Page 107 Проверка неисправностей Работа Признак Лента не перемещается при нажатии кнопки перемещения ленты. Нет звука или только низкий звук слышен при воспроизведении ленты. Новый звук, наложенный на ленту, не прослушивается. Не активизируется функция устойчивой съемки. Запись останавливается через несколько секунд. Не активизируется функция автоматической...
  • Page 108 Измените позицию съемки. • Возможно загрязнены видеоголовки. m Очистите видеоголовки с использованием очиститель-ной кассеты DVM12CL фирмы Sony (не прилагается). (стр. 95) • Возможно загрязнены видеоголовки. m Очистите видеоголовки с использованием очиститель-ной кассеты DVM12CL фирмы Sony (не прилагается). (стр. 95) •...
  • Page 109 Проверка неисправностей Проверка неисправностей Признак Во время монтажа с использованием цифрового видеокабеля записываемое изображение не может быть просмотрено. Видеокамера нагревается. Не работает прилагаемый пульт дистанционного упрвления. Никакие функции не работают, несмотря на то, что питание включено. Сетевой адаптер переменного тока Признак...
  • Page 110 Имеется проблема у сетевого адаптера перем. тока. Обратитесь, пожалуйста, к Вашему ближайшему дилеру Sony в связи с имеющейся проблемой. * Если Вы используете батарейный блок, который Вы только что купили, или который был оставлен на длительное время без использования, то лампочка CHARGE может мигать при первой зарядке. Это не...

  • Page 111: Функция Самодиагностики

    видеокамеры. Пятизначный дисплей C:21:ππ C:22:ππ C:31:ππ C:32:ππ E:61:ππ E:62:ππ Если Вы не можете решить проблему, то свяжитесь с Вашим дилеом Sony или местным уполномоченным предприятием Sony. Экран ЖКД/видоискатель Дисплей самодиагностики •C:ππ:ππ Вы можете выполнить техническое обслуживание видеокамеры самостоятельно. •E:ππ:ππ Свяжитесь с Вашим дилером Sony или...

  • Page 112: Specifications

    DC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.9 A in operating mode Battery charge terminal: 8.4 V, 1.4 A in charge mode Application Sony battery pack NP-F330, NP-F550, NP-F530 lithium ion type Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature –20°C to 60°C (–4°F to 140°F) Dimensions (Approx.)

  • Page 113: Технические Характеристики

    DC OUT: 8,4 В, 1,9 А в рабочем режиме Выход для зарядки батарейного блока: 8,4 В, 1,4 А в режиме зарядки Применение Батарейные блоки Sony NP-F330, NP-F550, NP-F530 литиево- ионного типа Рабочая температура От 0° С до 40° С (от 32° F до 104° F) Температура хранения...

  • Page 114: Identifying The Parts

    Identifying the parts 1 Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 13) 2 RESET button (p. 103) 3 Control dial (p. 30) 4 PHOTO button (p. 38) 5 START/STOP button (p. 12) 6 POWER switch (p. 12, 24) 7 Display window for operation buttons [a] When the POWER switch is set to PLAYER 0 (rewind) button (p.
  • Page 115 Identifying the parts !¡ !™ 8 LCD Screen (p. 18, 24) 9 VOL (volume) button (p. 24) 0 OPEN button (p. 18) !¡ DISPLAY button (p. 25) !™ END SEARCH button (p. 27) !£ Viewfinder (p. 13) !¢ TITLE button (p. 50, 54) !∞...
  • Page 116 Identifying the parts !• !ª @º @¡ @™ @£ @¢ !• Cassette compartment (p. 11) !ª Hook for shoulder strap (p. 120) @º Power zoom switch (p. 15) @¡ 2 headphones jack (p. 25) @™ EJECT switch (p. 11) @£ Cassette lid (p. 11) @¢...
  • Page 117 #º AUDIO/VIDEO OUT jack (p. 61) #¡ DV OUT jack (p. 77) This “i.LINK” mark is a trademark of Sony Corporation and indicates that this product is in agreement with IEEE 1394-1995 specifications and their revisions.
  • Page 118 Identifying the parts #¢ #∞ #§ #¢ LASER LINK button (p. 62) #∞ Laser Link emitter (p. 62) #§ Microphone #¶ Speaker #• Remote sensor (p. 120) Опознавание частей #¢ Кнопка LASER LINK (стр. 62) #∞ Эмиттер лазерной связи (стр. 62) #§...
  • Page 119 Identifying the parts Remote Commander The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the camcorder function identically. 1 PHOTO button (p. 38) 2 DISPLAY button (p. 25) 3 SEARCH MODE button (p. 64, 68, 70) 4 =/+ buttons (p.
  • Page 120 Identifying the Parts To prepare the Remote Commander To use the Remote Commander, you must insert two R6 (size AA) batteries. Use the supplied R6 (size AA) batteries. (1) Remove the battery cover from the Remote Commander. (2) Insert both of the R6 (size AA) batteries with correct polarity.

  • Page 121: Attaching The Shoulder Strap

    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 122 Identifying the parts Operation indicators !º !¡ 1 Mirror mode indicator (p. 20) 2 Zoom indicator (p. 16)/Exposure indicator (p. 48) 3 Manual focus/Infinity indicator (p. 45) 4 PROGRAM AE indicator (p. 45) 5 SteadyShot indicator (p. 59) 6 BACK LIGHT indicator (p. 35) 7 FADER indicator (p.
  • Page 123 Identifying the parts !¢ Recording standby mode indicator (p. 13)/ Tape transport mode indicator !∞ Time code indicator (p. 14)/Self diagnosis indicator (p. 105) !§ Remaining tape indicator (p. 15) !¶ ZERO SET MEMORY indicator (p. 74)/Photo capture indicator (p. 38) !•...

  • Page 124: Warning Indicators

    Warning indicators If indicators flash on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder or warning messages appear on the display window, check the following: ≥: you can hear the beep sound when BEEP is set to ON in the menu system. !º...
  • Page 125 (p. 85) 9 The self-diagnosis function is working. Use the self-diagnosis function (p. 105). If the display does not disappear contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. 0 The battery is not the “InfoLITHIUM” type.

  • Page 126: Index

    Index A, B Audio dubbing ... 79 Audio mode ... 83 Battery release ... 10 BEEP ... 14, 31 Car battery ... 29 Cassette memory ... 4 Charging battery pack ... 7 Charging vanadium-lithium battery ... 85 Cleaning video heads ... 95 Clock set ...

  • Page 127: Алфавитный Указатель

    Алфавитный указатель Автомобильный аккумулятор ... 29 Б,В,Г Введение/выведение изображения ... 36 Воспроизведение на телевизоре ... 61 Временной код ... 14 Д,Е Демонстрация ... 121 З Зарядка батарейного блока .. 7 Зарядка ванадиево-литиевой батарейки ... 85 Звуковой режим ... 83 Зеркальный режим ... 20 И...
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