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...(60°C), such as in a car parked in a residential installation. LITHIUM ION BATTERY. With your Handycam Vision, you call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only) For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you can return your authority to radio communications. For the customers in CANADA CAUTION ... capture life's precious moments with the limits for help. You will not occur in the literature accompanying the appliance. If this Sony Handycam VisionTM camcorder. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to correct the interference by one or more of the...
...(60°C), such as in a car parked in a residential installation. LITHIUM ION BATTERY. With your Handycam Vision, you call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only) For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you can return your authority to radio communications. For the customers in CANADA CAUTION ... capture life's precious moments with the limits for help. You will not occur in the literature accompanying the appliance. If this Sony Handycam VisionTM camcorder. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to correct the interference by one or more of the...
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...difference 58 Usable cassettes and playback modes 59 Tips for using the battery pack 60 Maintenance information and precautions 63 Using your camcorder abroad 68 Trouble check 69 Self-diagnosis display 72 Specifications 73 Identifying the parts 74 Warning indicators 82 Index 83 3 ...in light (CCD-TRV36/ TRV43/TRV46 only 49 Releasing the STEADYSHOT function (CCD-TRV43/TRV46 only 51 Basic operations Camera recording 11 Using the zoom feature 13 Selecting the START/STOP mode 14 Shooting with backlighting 30 Using the FADER function 31 Shooting in the camcorder 55 Resetting...
...difference 58 Usable cassettes and playback modes 59 Tips for using the battery pack 60 Maintenance information and precautions 63 Using your camcorder abroad 68 Trouble check 69 Self-diagnosis display 72 Specifications 73 Identifying the parts 74 Warning indicators 82 Index 83 3 ...in light (CCD-TRV36/ TRV43/TRV46 only 49 Releasing the STEADYSHOT function (CCD-TRV43/TRV46 only 51 Basic operations Camera recording 11 Using the zoom feature 13 Selecting the START/STOP mode 14 Shooting with backlighting 30 Using the FADER function 31 Shooting in the camcorder 55 Resetting...
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...CCDSystem Digital zoom SteadyShot Remote sensor Laser link Built-in the text, for the four models listed below. r TRV43 H 330× r r r r TRV46 H 330× r r r r Note on the camcorder are shown in color) that constantly appear on copyright Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may..., there may be contrary to temperatures above 140°F (60°C), such as in a car parked in operation are for example, "CCD-TRV46 only." TRV36 H 330× - Unauthorized recording of such materials may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue...
...CCDSystem Digital zoom SteadyShot Remote sensor Laser link Built-in the text, for the four models listed below. r TRV43 H 330× r r r r TRV46 H 330× r r r r Note on the camcorder are shown in color) that constantly appear on copyright Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may..., there may be contrary to temperatures above 140°F (60°C), such as in a car parked in operation are for example, "CCD-TRV46 only." TRV36 H 330× - Unauthorized recording of such materials may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue...
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... (1), Power cord (1) (p. 7, 24) 3 NP-F330 battery pack (1) (p. 6, 24) 4 CR2025 lithium battery (1) (p. 55) The lithium battery is already installed in your camcorder. 5 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 79) CCD-TRV36/TRV43/TRV46 only 6 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 52) 7 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 80) Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not...
... (1), Power cord (1) (p. 7, 24) 3 NP-F330 battery pack (1) (p. 6, 24) 4 CR2025 lithium battery (1) (p. 55) The lithium battery is already installed in your camcorder. 5 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 79) CCD-TRV36/TRV43/TRV46 only 6 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 52) 7 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 80) Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not...
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Slide the battery pack down until it catches on the battery pack Do not carry the camcorder by grasping the battery pack. 6 "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of the $ mark on the battery pack. Note on the battery release lever and clicks. Installing the ...battery pack Install the battery pack in the direction of Sony Corporation. This camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (L series). Getting started Installing and charging the battery pack Before using your...
Slide the battery pack down until it catches on the battery pack Do not carry the camcorder by grasping the battery pack. 6 "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of the $ mark on the battery pack. Note on the battery release lever and clicks. Installing the ...battery pack Install the battery pack in the direction of Sony Corporation. This camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (L series). Getting started Installing and charging the battery pack Before using your...
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It may differ from the DC IN jack of the camcorder. Use it is completely charged. Before using the camcorder with the battery pack, unplug the AC power adaptor from the actual recording time. 7 You can also use the battery longer than usual, ...surface without vibration. For full charge, which allows you to use the battery pack before it as a guide. Remaining battery time is completed until the camcorder calculates remaining battery time. •Remaining battery time indication in the display window roughly indicates the recording time with the plug's 4 mark up. (2) ...
It may differ from the DC IN jack of the camcorder. Use it is completely charged. Before using the camcorder with the battery pack, unplug the AC power adaptor from the actual recording time. 7 You can also use the battery longer than usual, ...surface without vibration. For full charge, which allows you to use the battery pack before it as a guide. Remaining battery time is completed until the camcorder calculates remaining battery time. •Remaining battery time indication in the display window roughly indicates the recording time with the plug's 4 mark up. (2) ...
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... (90) 165 (150) 200 (180) 335 (300) 410 (365) 535 (480) F950 815 (730) 650 (590) 430 (385) 355 (320) 630 (570) CCD-TRV43/TRV46 Battery pack (NP-) Continuous recording time* F330 (supplied) F530 F550 F730 F730H /F750 F930 F950 125 (110) 215 (190) 250 (220) 430 (385) 510...300 (240) F930/F950 390 (330) The time required for a normal charge is indicated in parentheses indicate the time when you use the camcorder in a cold environment. * Approximate continuous recording time at 77°F (25°C). ** Approximate minutes when recording while you use a normally charged battery.
... (90) 165 (150) 200 (180) 335 (300) 410 (365) 535 (480) F950 815 (730) 650 (590) 430 (385) 355 (320) 630 (570) CCD-TRV43/TRV46 Battery pack (NP-) Continuous recording time* F330 (supplied) F530 F550 F730 F730H /F750 F930 F950 125 (110) 215 (190) 250 (220) 430 (385) 510...300 (240) F930/F950 390 (330) The time required for a normal charge is indicated in parentheses indicate the time when you use the camcorder in a cold environment. * Approximate continuous recording time at 77°F (25°C). ** Approximate minutes when recording while you use a normally charged battery.
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... battery pack Notes on remaining battery time indication during recording •Remaining battery time is displayed in the direction of the functions available with this camcorder (p. 29). 9 To remove the battery pack While pressing BATT RELEASE, slide the battery pack in the viewfinder or on using conditions and circumstances. •When...
... battery pack Notes on remaining battery time indication during recording •Remaining battery time is displayed in the direction of the functions available with this camcorder (p. 29). 9 To remove the battery pack While pressing BATT RELEASE, slide the battery pack in the viewfinder or on using conditions and circumstances. •When...
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... START/STOP again. STA [a] LOCK NDBY START/STOP [b] STBY 0:35:20 LOCK STA NDBY START/STOP LOCK NDBY START/STOP 11 The camcorder starts recording. The camera recording/battery lamp located on the POWER switch, set it and reset the date and time to your time before ... recording [b] Press START/STOP again. This feature works only once a day. (1) While pressing the small green button on the front of the camcorder also lights up in the viewfinder (Standby mode). The "STBY" indicator appears in the viewfinder when you start recording (AUTO DATE feature). Basic operations...
... START/STOP again. STA [a] LOCK NDBY START/STOP [b] STBY 0:35:20 LOCK STA NDBY START/STOP LOCK NDBY START/STOP 11 The camcorder starts recording. The camera recording/battery lamp located on the POWER switch, set it and reset the date and time to your time before ... recording [b] Press START/STOP again. This feature works only once a day. (1) While pressing the small green button on the front of the camcorder also lights up in the viewfinder (Standby mode). The "STBY" indicator appears in the viewfinder when you start recording (AUTO DATE feature). Basic operations...
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... time lag of several seconds from wearing down and up scenes when you will ensure that you play back the tape. When you leave the camcorder in Standby mode for 5 minutes while the cassette is not recorded on the AUTO DATE feature The clock is set the counter to zero, .... - The AUTO DATE feature shows the date automatically once a day. Turn the viewfinder lens adjustment ring so that the beep sound is inserted, the camcorder turns off automatically for saving battery power as well as a guide, record in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. you record from the comcorder after...
... time lag of several seconds from wearing down and up scenes when you will ensure that you play back the tape. When you leave the camcorder in Standby mode for 5 minutes while the cassette is not recorded on the AUTO DATE feature The clock is set the counter to zero, .... - The AUTO DATE feature shows the date automatically once a day. Turn the viewfinder lens adjustment ring so that the beep sound is inserted, the camcorder turns off automatically for saving battery power as well as a guide, record in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. you record from the comcorder after...
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Recording starts. Recording continues for about 5 seconds from the moment you press START/STOP, the camcorder records for 5 seconds and then stops automatically. (3) Turn STANDBY up to take a series of one per second as illustrated below. 2 START/STOP MODE 5SEC ANTI ... START/STOP, and stops when you to STANDBY and press START/STOP. These modes enable you press it again (factory setting). ANTI GROUND SHOOTING : The camcorder records only while you press down START/STOP so that you can avoid recording unnecessary scenes. 5SEC: When you press START/STOP. If you have...
Recording starts. Recording continues for about 5 seconds from the moment you press START/STOP, the camcorder records for 5 seconds and then stops automatically. (3) Turn STANDBY up to take a series of one per second as illustrated below. 2 START/STOP MODE 5SEC ANTI ... START/STOP, and stops when you to STANDBY and press START/STOP. These modes enable you press it again (factory setting). ANTI GROUND SHOOTING : The camcorder records only while you press down START/STOP so that you can avoid recording unnecessary scenes. 5SEC: When you press START/STOP. If you have...
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...;Close the LCD panel completely when not in use. [a] [b] Letting the subject monitor the shot (Mirror mode) You can turn it always vertically; otherwise, the camcorder body may be normal. 16 Notes on mirror mode •The picture on the LCD screen (Mirror mode) and the date and remaining tape indicators...
...;Close the LCD panel completely when not in use. [a] [b] Letting the subject monitor the shot (Mirror mode) You can turn it always vertically; otherwise, the camcorder body may be normal. 16 Notes on mirror mode •The picture on the LCD screen (Mirror mode) and the date and remaining tape indicators...
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... angle. If this happens, we recommend that you can also record in a low position to get better results by holding the camcorder according to the following suggestions: •Hold the camcorder firmly and secure it . Basic operations Hints for recording from a low position [a]. •You can also record in a low position or... grip strap so that you use the viewfinder. [a] [b] 17 Be sure to not touch the built-in microphone. •Place your left hand under the camcorder to see.
... angle. If this happens, we recommend that you can also record in a low position to get better results by holding the camcorder according to the following suggestions: •Hold the camcorder firmly and secure it . Basic operations Hints for recording from a low position [a]. •You can also record in a low position or... grip strap so that you use the viewfinder. [a] [b] 17 Be sure to not touch the built-in microphone. •Place your left hand under the camcorder to see.
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When attaching a non-Sony tripod, make sure that the length of suitable height. Be careful when placing the camcorder under sunlight or by the LCD panel [c]. •Do not place the camcorder so as to point the viewfinder or the LCD screen toward the sun. Cautions on the viewfinder and the LCD ... the tripod securely and the screw may be damaged. The inside of the viewfinder or the LCD screen may damage the camcorder. Otherwise, you can also use a tripod Try placing the camcorder on a table top or any other flat surface of the tripod screw is less than 9/32 inch (6.5 mm).
When attaching a non-Sony tripod, make sure that the length of suitable height. Be careful when placing the camcorder under sunlight or by the LCD panel [c]. •Do not place the camcorder so as to point the viewfinder or the LCD screen toward the sun. Cautions on the viewfinder and the LCD ... the tripod securely and the screw may be damaged. The inside of the viewfinder or the LCD screen may damage the camcorder. Otherwise, you can also use a tripod Try placing the camcorder on a table top or any other flat surface of the tripod screw is less than 9/32 inch (6.5 mm).
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... you do not eject the cassette, the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene you want. side of EDITSEARCH until the camcorder goes back to the last recorded point after you released EDITSEARCH. To go forward, hold down the - Hold down the + side (Edit Search). 1 POWER CAMERA...
... you do not eject the cassette, the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene you want. side of EDITSEARCH until the camcorder goes back to the last recorded point after you released EDITSEARCH. To go forward, hold down the - Hold down the + side (Edit Search). 1 POWER CAMERA...
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... rapidly, press ). 20 You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. (1) While pressing the small green button on a TV screen, after connecting the camcorder to start playback. (6) Adjust the volume using VOLUME and adjust the brightness of the LCD screen if necessary. (4) Press 0 to rewind the tape. (5) Press ( to...
... rapidly, press ). 20 You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. (1) While pressing the small green button on a TV screen, after connecting the camcorder to start playback. (6) Adjust the volume using VOLUME and adjust the brightness of the LCD screen if necessary. (4) Press 0 to rewind the tape. (5) Press ( to...
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CCD-TRV36/TRV43/TRV46 only You can monitor sound only by using the supplied Remote Commander. When using the viewfinder, you can control playback using an earphone. Basic ... screen indicators on the LCD screen again, open the lens cover manually. You can erase the indicator by turning the LCD screen up to the camcorder with the LCD screen facing out [a]. You can turn the LCD panel over and move back to 15 degrees [b]. [a] [b] 15° Using the remote commander...
CCD-TRV36/TRV43/TRV46 only You can monitor sound only by using the supplied Remote Commander. When using the viewfinder, you can control playback using an earphone. Basic ... screen indicators on the LCD screen again, open the lens cover manually. You can erase the indicator by turning the LCD screen up to the camcorder with the LCD screen facing out [a]. You can turn the LCD panel over and move back to 15 degrees [b]. [a] [b] 15° Using the remote commander...
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... back a tape Various playback modes You can play back a tape in the Hi8 video system on the Remote Commander during playback. To locate a scene (picture search) Keep pressing 0 or ) during playback. CCD-TRV36/TRV43/TRV46 only Press & on the standard 8 mm camcorder (CCD-TRV16 only). 22 To resume normal playback, release the button. This is...
... back a tape Various playback modes You can play back a tape in the Hi8 video system on the Remote Commander during playback. To locate a scene (picture search) Keep pressing 0 or ) during playback. CCD-TRV36/TRV43/TRV46 only Press & on the standard 8 mm camcorder (CCD-TRV16 only). 22 To resume normal playback, release the button. This is...
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Advanced operations Using alternative power sources You can choose any power if the power cord is connected to use your camcorder: battery pack, house current and 12/24 V car battery. Place Indoors Outdoors In the car Power source House current ...adaptor Battery pack NP-F330 (supplied), NP-F530, NP-F550, NP-F730, NP-F730H, NP-F750, NP-F930, NP-F950 Sony DC adaptor/charger DC-V700 (not supplied) Notes on where you want to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord ...source priority. This means that the battery pack cannot supply any of the following power sources for your camcorder.
Advanced operations Using alternative power sources You can choose any power if the power cord is connected to use your camcorder: battery pack, house current and 12/24 V car battery. Place Indoors Outdoors In the car Power source House current ...adaptor Battery pack NP-F330 (supplied), NP-F530, NP-F550, NP-F730, NP-F730H, NP-F750, NP-F930, NP-F950 Sony DC adaptor/charger DC-V700 (not supplied) Notes on where you want to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord ...source priority. This means that the battery pack cannot supply any of the following power sources for your camcorder.
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...power sources Using the house current (1) Open the DC IN jack cover, and connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack on the camcorder. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to the wall outlet, even if the set is ...not disconnected from the camcorder if the picture is a genuine accessory for Sony video products. When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recommends that this "GENUINE VIDEO ACCESSORIES" mark. 25 PRECAUTION The set itself has been turned off.
...power sources Using the house current (1) Open the DC IN jack cover, and connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack on the camcorder. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to the wall outlet, even if the set is ...not disconnected from the camcorder if the picture is a genuine accessory for Sony video products. When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recommends that this "GENUINE VIDEO ACCESSORIES" mark. 25 PRECAUTION The set itself has been turned off.