Sony Hi8 Handycam Vision CCD-TRV308 Operating Instructions Manual
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Video Camera Recorder
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Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
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.
-TRV
Serial No.
DCR-TRV140
DCR-TRV140
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/
TRV608
©2002 Sony Corporation
3-072-317-14 (1)
Model No. AC-
Serial No.
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Table of Contents
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Summarization of Contents
Operating Instructions
Owner's Record
Record model and serial numbers for future reference.
Welcome and Safety Warnings
Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling
Information on recycling lithium-ion batteries.
Cautions and Regulatory Information
FCC Compliance and Electrical Safety
FCC compliance for U.S.A. and electrical safety for Canada.
Main Features
Recording and Playback Basics
Basic operations for recording and playback of video.
Exposure and Image Enhancement
Features for controlling exposure and enhancing images.
Checking Supplied Accessories
List of Included Accessories
Details of accessories supplied with the camcorder.
Quick Start Guide
Power and Cassette Insertion
Steps for connecting power and inserting a cassette.
Quick Start Guide: Recording and Playback
Recording a Picture
Step-by-step guide to start recording video.
Monitoring Playback on LCD
How to view recorded playback on the LCD screen.
Getting Started
Using This Manual
Explanation on how to read and use the instruction manual.
Camcorder Care Precautions
Important precautions to prevent damage and ensure proper care.
Preparing the Power Supply
Battery Pack Installation
Instructions for inserting and removing the battery pack.
Battery Charging and Usage
Charging the Battery Pack
Procedure for charging the camcorder's battery pack.
Battery and Recording Time Specifications
Battery Times and Recording Specifications
Recording times for various battery packs and modes.
Power Connections
Connecting to Wall Outlet and Car Battery
Connecting the camcorder to power sources.
Setting the Date and Time
Date and Time Configuration Procedure
Guide to setting the camcorder's internal clock and date.
Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette
Cassette Insertion and Ejection
Detailed steps for inserting and removing video cassettes.
Preventing Accidental Erasure
How to protect a cassette from accidental erasure.
Recording Basics
Basic Recording Procedure
Basic procedure for recording video footage.
Recording Modes (SP/LP)
Information about SP and LP recording modes.
Recording Basics: LCD Screen and Transitions
LCD Screen Adjustments and Transitions
Adjusting LCD screen and ensuring smooth scene transitions.
Recording Basics: Zoom and Post-Recording
Using the Zoom Feature
How to use the camcorder's zoom functions.
After Recording Steps
Steps to take after finishing a recording.
Recording Basics: Viewfinder and Close-ups
Viewfinder Usage and Adjustments
How to use and adjust the camcorder's viewfinder.
Recording Basics: Special Lighting
Low-Light Shooting Features
Using NightShot and Color Slow Shutter for low-light recording.
Recording Basics: Date/Time Superimposition
Superimposing Date and Time
How to record date and time information onto the video.
Checking the Recording: END SEARCH
Using END SEARCH for Review
Using the END SEARCH function to review recorded content.
Playback Basics
Playing Back a Tape
Step-by-step instructions for playing back recorded tapes.
Playback Basics: LCD Monitoring
LCD Monitoring and Screen Indicators
Monitoring playback and displaying screen indicators.
Playback Basics: Data Code and Battery
Data Code Function and Battery Indicator
Using Data Code and understanding the battery indicator during playback.
Playback Basics: Various Playback Modes
Playback Mode Operations
Overview of playback controls like pause, rewind, fast forward.
Viewing Recording on TV
Connecting Camcorder to TV
How to connect the camcorder to a TV for playback.
Advanced Recording: Tape Photo Recording
Recording Still Images on Tape
How to record still images onto tape like photographs.
Advanced Recording: Wide Mode
Using Wide Screen Modes
How to use the wide screen recording modes.
Advanced Recording: Fader Function
Using Fader Effects
How to use fader effects for transitions between scenes.
Advanced Recording: Picture Effects
Applying Picture Effects
How to apply various digital picture effects.
Advanced Recording: Digital Effects
Adding Digital Effects
How to add digital effects like STILL, FLASH, LUMI, TRAIL.
Using the PROGRAM AE Function
Program AE Shooting Modes
Using automatic exposure modes for various shooting situations.
Adjusting Exposure Manually
Manual Exposure Control
How to manually control exposure settings for better image capture.
Focusing Manually
Manual Focus Adjustment
How to manually adjust focus for sharper images.
Interval Recording
Setting Up Interval Recording
How to set up time-lapse recording.
Frame by Frame Recording: Cut Recording
Using Cut Recording for Animation
Creating stop-motion animation effects using cut recording.
Superimposing a Title
Adding Titles to Recordings
How to add text titles to video recordings.
Making Your Own Titles
Creating Custom Titles
How to create and store custom titles.
Using the Built-in Light
Built-in Light Operation and Precautions
How to use the camcorder's built-in light for illumination.
Built-in Light: Bulb Replacement
Replacing the Built-in Light Bulb
Instructions for replacing the camcorder's built-in light bulb.
Advanced Playback: Picture Effects
Playback with Picture Effects
How to play back footage with applied picture effects.
Advanced Playback: Digital Effects
Playback with Digital Effects
How to play back footage with applied digital effects.
Enlarging Images: Tape PB ZOOM
Using Tape PB ZOOM
Using Tape PB ZOOM to enlarge images during playback.
Locating Scenes: Zero Set Memory
Using Zero Set Memory
Using zero set memory to mark and recall scenes.
Searching by Date: Date Search
Performing Date Search
Searching recordings based on the date they were recorded.
Searching for Photos: Photo Search/Scan
Photo Search and Scan Operations
Finding still images recorded on tape using photo search and scan.
Editing: Dubbing a Tape
Dubbing Using A/V Cable
Instructions for dubbing tapes using an A/V connecting cable.
Editing: Dubbing a Tape: i.LINK Cable
Dubbing Using i.LINK Cable
Dubbing tapes using the i.LINK cable for digital transfer.
Editing: Easy Dubbing
Easy Dubbing Function Overview
Simplified tape dubbing process using the camcorder's remote control.
Editing: Easy Dubbing: VCR Setup
Setting VCR for Camcorder Control
Configuring the VCR to work with the camcorder for Easy Dubbing.
Editing: Easy Dubbing: Title Selection
Selecting and Customizing Titles
Choosing and customizing titles for Easy Dubbing.
Editing: Easy Dubbing: Dubbing Mode
Selecting the Dubbing Mode
Choosing between normal and interval dubbing modes.
Digital Program Editing: Connecting the VCR
Digital Program Editing Overview
Editing and dubbing specific scenes from a tape.
Connecting the VCR
Connecting the VCR for digital program editing.
Digital Program Editing: A/V Cable Setup
VCR Operation Setup via A/V Cable
Configuring the VCR using an A/V cable for digital editing.
Digital Program Editing: i.LINK Cable Setup
VCR Operation Setup via i.LINK Cable
Configuring the VCR using an i.LINK cable for digital editing.
Digital Program Editing: VCR Synchronization
Adjusting VCR Synchronization
Adjusting VCR synchronization for precise editing.
Digital Program Editing: Making the Program
Creating Editing Programs
Creating editing programs by marking scene start and end points.
Digital Program Editing: Program Management
Program Management (Erasing/Canceling)
How to undo or delete a set program.
Performing Digital Program Editing
Executing the digital program editing to dub the tape.
Recording from Video
Recording from External Video Sources
Recording video from an external source onto the camcorder.
Insert Editing: Overview
Insert Editing Function
Inserting scenes from a VCR onto the camcorder's tape.
PC Connection: USB Streaming
USB Streaming for Computer Viewing
Viewing camcorder images on a computer via USB.
USB Streaming Setup and Requirements
Steps for using USB streaming and system requirements.
PC Connection: USB Driver Installation
Installing the USB Driver
Instructions for installing the USB driver.
PC Connection: Software and Image Capture
Installing ImageMixer Software
Installing the image viewing software.
Capturing Images with ImageMixer
Using the software to capture images.
Viewing Images: Recorded on Tape
Viewing Recorded Images on Computer
How to view recorded images from tape on a computer.
Viewing Images: Live and Capturing
Viewing Live Images from Camcorder
How to view live video from the camcorder on a computer.
Capturing Still and Moving Images
Capturing still images and video clips from the camcorder.
Viewing Images: Notes and Troubleshooting
USB Connection Notes and Troubleshooting
Notes and troubleshooting for USB connection issues.
Customizing Your Camcorder: Menu Settings
Changing Menu Settings
How to navigate and change camcorder settings via menus.
Customizing Your Camcorder: Selecting Menu Settings
Selecting Mode Settings for Menu Items
How to select settings for various menu items.
Customizing Your Camcorder: SteadyShot Notes
SteadyShot Function Notes
Specific notes and behavior of the SteadyShot function.
Customizing Your Camcorder: Audio and Power Notes
Audio Mix and Power Source Notes
Notes on audio mixing and power source behavior.
Customizing Your Camcorder: Display and Recording Settings
Display and Recording Mode Settings
Settings for LCD/viewfinder display and recording modes.
Customizing Your Camcorder: LP Mode and ORC
LP Mode and ORC Setting Notes
Notes regarding LP mode and ORC settings.
Customizing Your Camcorder: Demo Mode
Demo Mode Usage and Notes
Information and notes about the demo mode.
Customizing Your Camcorder: World Time and Lights
World Time and Recording Lamp Settings
Settings for world time, beep, and recording lamp.
Troubleshooting: Recording Mode Issues
Recording Problem Diagnosis
Guide to diagnosing and solving common recording problems.
Troubleshooting: Playback Mode Issues
Playback Problem Diagnosis
Guide to diagnosing and solving common playback problems.
Troubleshooting: Recording/Playback and Other Issues
Common Recording/Playback Issues
Troubleshooting common issues in both recording and playback.
Troubleshooting: Other Issues
Dubbing, USB, and Remote Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting for dubbing, USB, and remote commander issues.
Troubleshooting: Final Checks
Power, Charging, and Indicator Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting power, charging, and indicator issues.
Self-Diagnosis Display
Understanding Self-Diagnosis Codes
Detailed explanations of various 5-digit self-diagnosis codes.
Warning Indicators and Messages
Warning Indicators Explained
Descriptions of visual and audible warning indicators.
Warning Indicators and Messages: Warning Messages
Warning Messages Explained
Explanations of various warning messages.
Additional Information: Video Cassettes
Video Cassette Information and Copyright
Information about usable cassette types and copyright signals.
Additional Information: Dual Sound Track Tapes
Playback of Dual Sound Track Tapes
Playing back dual sound track tapes and HiFi SOUND settings.
Additional Information: Cassette Types and Foreign Video
Cassette Type and Foreign Video Playback
Selecting cassette types and playing foreign 8mm video tapes.
About the “InfoLITHIUM” Battery Pack
InfoLITHIUM Battery Features and Charging
InfoLITHIUM battery features, charging, and effective usage.
InfoLITHIUM Battery: Storage and Lifespan
Battery Storage and Lifespan
Proper procedures for storing the battery pack and information on its lifespan.
About i.LINK: Interface Explanation
What is i.LINK?
Definition and features of the i.LINK digital interface.
About i.LINK: Baud Rate and Functions
i.LINK Baud Rate and Functions
Information on i.LINK baud rates, functions, and required cable.
Using Your Camcorder Abroad
International Usage and TV Color Systems
Guidelines for using the camcorder internationally and TV color systems.
Maintenance: Moisture Condensation
Handling and Preventing Moisture Condensation
How to handle and prevent moisture condensation issues.
Maintenance: Cleaning
Cleaning the LCD Screen and Video Heads
Procedures for cleaning the camcorder's LCD screen and video heads.
Maintenance: Battery Charging and Precautions
Built-in Battery Charging and General Precautions
Charging the built-in battery and general camcorder operating precautions.
Maintenance: Tape, PC, and Adapter Precautions
Tape Handling and PC/Adapter Precautions
Precautions for tape handling, PC connection, and AC adapter.
Maintenance: Lens, Battery, and Dry Batteries
Lens, Battery, and Dry Battery Precautions
Precautions for lens care, battery usage, and dry batteries.
Specifications: Camcorder Details
Camcorder Specifications Overview
Technical specifications for the camcorder's video, system, and lens.
Connectors, LCD, and General Specifications
Specifications for ports, LCD screen, power, and operating conditions.
Specifications: Accessories and Power
Accessory and Power Specifications
Specifications for mass, accessories, AC adapter, and battery pack.
Quick Reference: Camcorder Controls
Identifying Camcorder Parts and Controls
Diagram and labels for camcorder parts and controls.
Quick Reference: Remote Commander
Remote Commander Overview and Notes
Overview of remote commander functions, preparation, and usage notes.
Quick Reference: Operation Indicators
Understanding Operation Indicators
Explanation of indicators on the LCD screen, viewfinder, and display window.
Quick Reference: Indicator Explanations
Indicator Explanations
Explanations of tape counter, time code, and self-diagnosis indicators.
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