Sony DCR-TRV16 Operating Instructions Manual page 216

The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on your camcorder
function identically to the buttons on your camcorder.
Point toward the remote sensor to
control the camcorder after turning on
the camcorder.
Insert 2 size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and - on the batteries to the + and-in
the battery compartment.
= Point the remote sensor away from strong light sources such as direct sunlight or
overhead lighting. Otherwise, the Remote Commander may not function properly.
e Your camcorder works in the Commander mode V'IX 2. Commander modes
1,2 and 3 are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid
erroneous remote control operation. If you use another Sony VCR in the Commander
mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the Commander mode or covering the sensor
ol the VCR with black paper.