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... a picture (p. 19) •Playing back a tape (p. 29) Capturing images on your computer*1) •Viewing images recorded on a tape (p. 59) •Viewing images live from your camcorder (p. 59) Others Functions to adjust exposure in the recording mode •BACK LIGHT (p. 25) •NightShot (p. 26) •PROGRAM AE (p. 38) • Built-in light... and time (p. 16) •ORC [MENU] (p. 70) Function to use after recording •Easy Dubbing (p. 51) Function to make transition smooth •END SEARCH (P.28) *1) CCD-TRV608 only 4 *2) CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
... a picture (p. 19) •Playing back a tape (p. 29) Capturing images on your computer*1) •Viewing images recorded on a tape (p. 59) •Viewing images live from your camcorder (p. 59) Others Functions to adjust exposure in the recording mode •BACK LIGHT (p. 25) •NightShot (p. 26) •PROGRAM AE (p. 38) • Built-in light... and time (p. 16) •ORC [MENU] (p. 70) Function to use after recording •Easy Dubbing (p. 51) Function to make transition smooth •END SEARCH (P.28) *1) CCD-TRV608 only 4 *2) CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
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Easy dubbing 51 PC Connection (CCD-TRV608 only) Viewing images using your camcorder abroad 83 Maintenance information and precautions 84 Specifications 89 Advanced Recording Operations Using the wide mode 33 Using the fader function 35 ...Quick Reference Identifying the parts and controls ...... 91 Index 98 Using special effects - BACK LIGHT 25 Shooting in light (CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/...
Easy dubbing 51 PC Connection (CCD-TRV608 only) Viewing images using your camcorder abroad 83 Maintenance information and precautions 84 Specifications 89 Advanced Recording Operations Using the wide mode 33 Using the fader function 35 ...Quick Reference Identifying the parts and controls ...... 91 Index 98 Using special effects - BACK LIGHT 25 Shooting in light (CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/...
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... the write-protect tab on the cassette up . Connecting the power cord (p. 15) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. The cassette compartment opens automatically. The cassette compartment automatically goes down. Open the DC IN jack cover. Close the lid of your... camcorder outdoors (p. 11). AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette (p. 18) 1 Open the lid of the cassette compartment, and press Z EJECT. Quick Start ...
... the write-protect tab on the cassette up . Connecting the power cord (p. 15) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. The cassette compartment opens automatically. The cassette compartment automatically goes down. Open the DC IN jack cover. Close the lid of your... camcorder outdoors (p. 11). AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette (p. 18) 1 Open the lid of the cassette compartment, and press Z EJECT. Quick Start ...
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... rewind the tape. The picture in the viewfinder is closed, use the viewfinder placing your camcorder, the clock setting is set the clock setting before recording (p. 16). CAME 3 Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. Viewfinder When the LCD panel is black and white. If you purchase your eye against its eyecup. To...
... rewind the tape. The picture in the viewfinder is closed, use the viewfinder placing your camcorder, the clock setting is set the clock setting before recording (p. 16). CAME 3 Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. Viewfinder When the LCD panel is black and white. If you purchase your eye against its eyecup. To...
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...an operation, you start reading this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of differences CCD- z - TRV107 Digital Zoom 450× LCD Screen 6.2 cm (2.5 type) Built-in capital letters....215; 6.2 cm (2.5 type) z z z - z z z 8 Otherwise, the model name is the model used for example, "CCD-TRV608 only." Not provided TRV108 460× 6.2 cm (2.5 type) - - - - - - Getting started - Types of your camcorder are shown in light z Remote sensor z SteadyShot - USB Streaming - z TRV608 560× 7.5 cm (3 type) z -
...an operation, you start reading this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of differences CCD- z - TRV107 Digital Zoom 450× LCD Screen 6.2 cm (2.5 type) Built-in capital letters....215; 6.2 cm (2.5 type) z z z - z z z 8 Otherwise, the model name is the model used for example, "CCD-TRV608 only." Not provided TRV108 460× 6.2 cm (2.5 type) - - - - - - Getting started - Types of your camcorder are shown in light z Remote sensor z SteadyShot - USB Streaming - z TRV608 560× 7.5 cm (3 type) z -
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... color systems differ from rain and sea water. Letting your camcorder get wet. Doing so might cause your camcorder to temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as dusk [d]. [a] [b] [c] [d] 9 Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on mounted models only) •The LCD screen and the finder are operational for long periods may...
... color systems differ from rain and sea water. Letting your camcorder get wet. Doing so might cause your camcorder to temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as dusk [d]. [a] [b] [c] [d] 9 Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on mounted models only) •The LCD screen and the finder are operational for long periods may...
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... Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 Wireless Remote Commander (CCDTRV107/TRV408 only) (1) (p. 96) 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 15) 3 NP-FM30 battery pack (1) (p. 11, 12) 4 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (CCD-TRV107/TRV408 only) (2) (p. 96) 5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 32) 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 91...
... Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 Wireless Remote Commander (CCDTRV107/TRV408 only) (1) (p. 96) 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 15) 3 NP-FM30 battery pack (1) (p. 11, 12) 4 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (CCD-TRV107/TRV408 only) (2) (p. 96) 5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 32) 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 91...
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... in the display window. See page 81 for details of the display window may differ from the DC IN jack on the display window. Your camcorder operates only with the plug's v mark facing up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a ...longer than usual. The remaining battery time is completed. AYER 4 PL POWER OFF(CHG) CAME RA FULL 1 2,3 The number in minutes on your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). Charging begins. When the remaining battery indicator changes to , normal charge is indicated...
... in the display window. See page 81 for details of the display window may differ from the DC IN jack on the display window. Your camcorder operates only with the plug's v mark facing up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a ...longer than usual. The remaining battery time is completed. AYER 4 PL POWER OFF(CHG) CAME RA FULL 1 2,3 The number in minutes on your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). Charging begins. When the remaining battery indicator changes to , normal charge is indicated...
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...record with the viewfinder is not installed properly. - The battery pack is displayed. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - The AC power adaptor is wrong with... in the display window in the display window roughly indicates the recording time with the LCD screen Continuous* Typical** 120 65 195 105 400 220 465 255 600 330 695 ...power to charge an empty battery pack at 25°C (77°F) Recording time CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408 Battery pack Recording with the viewfinder Continuous* Typical** NP-FM30 (supplied) 165...
...record with the viewfinder is not installed properly. - The battery pack is displayed. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - The AC power adaptor is wrong with... in the display window in the display window roughly indicates the recording time with the LCD screen Continuous* Typical** 120 65 195 105 400 220 465 255 600 330 695 ...power to charge an empty battery pack at 25°C (77°F) Recording time CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408 Battery pack Recording with the viewfinder Continuous* Typical** NP-FM30 (supplied) 165...
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... with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). The recording and playing time of a normally charged battery are about 90% of those of Sony Corporation. The actual battery life may be shorter if you use a fully charged battery pack * Approximate continuous recording time at 25°C ...electronic equipment. This unit is the "InfoLITHIUM"? Your camcorder operates only with LCD closed 175 280 570 675 865 1010 CCD-TRV608 Battery pack Playing time on /off. Playing time CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408 Battery pack Playing time on LCD screen NP-FM30 (supplied) 120 NP-FM50 195 ...
... with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). The recording and playing time of a normally charged battery are about 90% of those of Sony Corporation. The actual battery life may be shorter if you use a fully charged battery pack * Approximate continuous recording time at 25°C ...electronic equipment. This unit is the "InfoLITHIUM"? Your camcorder operates only with LCD closed 175 280 570 675 865 1010 CCD-TRV608 Battery pack Playing time on /off. Playing time CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408 Battery pack Playing time on LCD screen NP-FM30 (supplied) 120 NP-FM50 195 ...
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... (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. 1 2,3 PRECAUTION The set itself has been turned off the power. This means that you use your camcorder for further information. 15 While using the AC power adaptor. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover, and connect the AC power adaptor to the DC...when the power cord is not plugged into a wall outlet. •Place the AC power adaptor near a wall outlet. Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you power it is connected to the wall outlet...
... (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. 1 2,3 PRECAUTION The set itself has been turned off the power. This means that you use your camcorder for further information. 15 While using the AC power adaptor. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover, and connect the AC power adaptor to the DC...when the power cord is not plugged into a wall outlet. •Place the AC power adaptor near a wall outlet. Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you power it is connected to the wall outlet...
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If you set the year, then the month, the day, the hour and then the minute. (1) While your camcorder will be released (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery in your camcorder is in CAMERA mode, press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then... dial and pressing the dial by the time signal. Step 2 Setting the date and time Set the date and time settings when you use your camcorder for about 6 months, the date and time settings may be displayed each time when you set the power switch to CAMERA unless you do not...
If you set the year, then the month, the day, the hour and then the minute. (1) While your camcorder will be released (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery in your camcorder is in CAMERA mode, press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then... dial and pressing the dial by the time signal. Step 2 Setting the date and time Set the date and time settings when you use your camcorder for about 6 months, the date and time settings may be displayed each time when you set the power switch to CAMERA unless you do not...
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...) to display the time indicator. The date and/or time indicator disappears. t 2002 T . . . . Note on and set the date and time to your camcorder for the first time, turn it back to display the date indicator. The auto date function automatically displays the date once a day. However, the date... 2079 T Auto date function When you start recording (p. 16). This function works only once a day. Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle. •12:00 AM stands for midnight. •12:00 PM stands for 10 seconds after you use your local...
...) to display the time indicator. The date and/or time indicator disappears. t 2002 T . . . . Note on and set the date and time to your camcorder for the first time, turn it back to display the date indicator. The auto date function automatically displays the date once a day. However, the date... 2079 T Auto date function When you start recording (p. 16). This function works only once a day. Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle. •12:00 AM stands for midnight. •12:00 PM stands for 10 seconds after you use your local...
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.... (3) Insert a cassette into the cassette compartment with its window facing out and the write-protect tab on the cassette up your camcorder by pressing the mark on the cassette to record in step 3. Doing so may cause a malfunction. •The cassette compartment may... Close the lid of the cassette compartment. 2 3 4 EJECT To eject a cassette Follow the procedure above, and eject the cassette in the Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassettes. (1) Prepare the power supply (p. 11). (2) Open the lid of the cassette compartment, and press Z EJECT. To prevent accidental erasure...
.... (3) Insert a cassette into the cassette compartment with its window facing out and the write-protect tab on the cassette up your camcorder by pressing the mark on the cassette to record in step 3. Doing so may cause a malfunction. •The cassette compartment may... Close the lid of the cassette compartment. 2 3 4 EJECT To eject a cassette Follow the procedure above, and eject the cassette in the Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassettes. (1) Prepare the power supply (p. 11). (2) Open the lid of the cassette compartment, and press Z EJECT. To prevent accidental erasure...
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...mode. The recording lamp lights up . When you record a tape in the LP mode on your camcorder, we recommend that you play back the tape on the front of your camcorder. 19 Your camcorder starts recording. In the LP mode, you . (1) Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs ... Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for more information (p. 11 to 18). (3) Set the POWER switch to "Step 3" for you can record twice as long as in microphone during recording. Note on its sides and attach the lens cap to the standby mode. (4) Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN....
...mode. The recording lamp lights up . When you record a tape in the LP mode on your camcorder, we recommend that you play back the tape on the front of your camcorder. 19 Your camcorder starts recording. In the LP mode, you . (1) Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs ... Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for more information (p. 11 to 18). (3) Set the POWER switch to "Step 3" for you can record twice as long as in microphone during recording. Note on its sides and attach the lens cap to the standby mode. (4) Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN....
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... the other way, the indicator appears on the screen (Mirror mode). 180° 90° When closing the LCD panel, set the counter to 90 degrees. When you leave your camcorder is to save battery power and to see. However, the picture will be distorted. This is in direct sunlight... The LCD screen may be normal when recorded. 20 If your camcorder in the SP and LP modes on the LCD screen is inserted Your camcorder automatically turns off . If you record in the standby mode for recording, set ...
... the other way, the indicator appears on the screen (Mirror mode). 180° 90° When closing the LCD panel, set the counter to 90 degrees. When you leave your camcorder is to save battery power and to see. However, the picture will be distorted. This is in direct sunlight... The LCD screen may be normal when recorded. 20 If your camcorder in the SP and LP modes on the LCD screen is inserted Your camcorder automatically turns off . If you record in the standby mode for recording, set ...
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...dial to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen (1) In CAMERA mode, select LCD BRIGHT in in the mirror mode •The STBY indicator appears as Xz and REC as z. Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen. After using your camcorder (CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only) Remove ...the battery pack from your camcorder do not work. L. Even if you adjust the LCD screen backlight The recorded picture will be affected. After recording (1)...
...dial to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen (1) In CAMERA mode, select LCD BRIGHT in in the mirror mode •The STBY indicator appears as Xz and REC as z. Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen. After using your camcorder (CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only) Remove ...the battery pack from your camcorder do not work. L. Even if you adjust the LCD screen backlight The recorded picture will be affected. After recording (1)...
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... be clearer with the autofocus mode when using the NightShot function, focus manually. Recording a picture Shooting in the menu settings (p. 68). While your camcorder to malfunction. •When you to OFF. To enable the NightShot Light, set N.S.LIGHT to ON in the dark - While using the NightShot ...Light is in CAMERA mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON in normal recording, the picture may cause your camcorder is about 3 m (10 feet). 26 PROGRAM AE NightShot Light NightShot Light rays are infrared and so are invisible. Notes •Do not...
... be clearer with the autofocus mode when using the NightShot function, focus manually. Recording a picture Shooting in the menu settings (p. 68). While your camcorder to malfunction. •When you to OFF. To enable the NightShot Light, set N.S.LIGHT to ON in the dark - While using the NightShot ...Light is in CAMERA mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON in normal recording, the picture may cause your camcorder is about 3 m (10 feet). 26 PROGRAM AE NightShot Light NightShot Light rays are infrared and so are invisible. Notes •Do not...
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... time indicators before using (p. 16). Press DATE and/or TIME again. The date and/or time indicator disappears. Set the date and time to your camcorder, the clock setting is set to record the date and time. Note The date and time indicators recorded manually cannot be deleted. Basics Recording a picture...
... time indicators before using (p. 16). Press DATE and/or TIME again. The date and/or time indicator disappears. Set the date and time to your camcorder, the clock setting is set to record the date and time. Note The date and time indicators recorded manually cannot be deleted. Basics Recording a picture...
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...playback picture on your camcorder. (CCD-TRV107/TRV408 only) AYER OFF(CHG) 4 REW 5 2 PL POWER PLAY RA CAME 3 CCD-TRV408 To stop playback Press x. 6 VOLUME 1 29 You can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder is silent when the LCD panel is closed. ...Playback - The speaker on the LCD screen. Basics - Playing back a tape You...
...playback picture on your camcorder. (CCD-TRV107/TRV408 only) AYER OFF(CHG) 4 REW 5 2 PL POWER PLAY RA CAME 3 CCD-TRV408 To stop playback Press x. 6 VOLUME 1 29 You can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder is silent when the LCD panel is closed. ...Playback - The speaker on the LCD screen. Basics - Playing back a tape You...