Operating Instructions
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... Shooting in light 49 3 Basics Warning indicators and messages ...... 71 Playing back a tape 24 Viewing the recording on TV 27 Using your camcorder 65 Troubleshooting 67 Self-diagnosis display 70 Playback - Tape Photo recording (CCD-TRV87 only 30 Using the wide mode 32 Using the fader function 34 Quick Reference Identifying the parts and controls ...... 79 Quick Function Guide 86 Index 87 Using special effects - Picture effect 37 Using special effects - Digital effect (CCD-TRV87 only 38 Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 41 Adjusting...
... Shooting in light 49 3 Basics Warning indicators and messages ...... 71 Playing back a tape 24 Viewing the recording on TV 27 Using your camcorder 65 Troubleshooting 67 Self-diagnosis display 70 Playback - Tape Photo recording (CCD-TRV87 only 30 Using the wide mode 32 Using the fader function 34 Quick Reference Identifying the parts and controls ...... 79 Quick Function Guide 86 Index 87 Using special effects - Picture effect 37 Using special effects - Digital effect (CCD-TRV87 only 38 Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 41 Adjusting...
Operating Instructions
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..., buttons and settings on the POWER switch. ** Output only 6 z - - Types of your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of differences CCDSystem VIDEO/AUDIO IN* S VIDEO Digital zoom Super NightShot SteadyShot Remote sensor SUPER LASER LINK Photo mode PROGRAM AE Low lux mode Digital effect Fader function OVERLAP WIPE Audio z Provided - z - - z - - z z - - z - - z - - Otherwise, the model name is the model used for the four models listed in the illustrations. Using this manual The instructions in this manual and operating your camcorder...
..., buttons and settings on the POWER switch. ** Output only 6 z - - Types of your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of differences CCDSystem VIDEO/AUDIO IN* S VIDEO Digital zoom Super NightShot SteadyShot Remote sensor SUPER LASER LINK Photo mode PROGRAM AE Low lux mode Digital effect Fader function OVERLAP WIPE Audio z Provided - z - - z - - z z - - z - - z - - Otherwise, the model name is the model used for the four models listed in the illustrations. Using this manual The instructions in this manual and operating your camcorder...
Operating Instructions
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... recording or playback is already installed in your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 * or 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 84) CCD-TRV57/TRV67/TRV87 only 5 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 84) CCD-TRV57/TRV67/TRV87 only 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor 6 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 27) (1), Power cord (1) (p. 10) * for stereo model 3 NP-F330 battery pack (1) (p. 9, 10) 7 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 81) 4 CR2025 lithium battery (1) (p. 65) The lithium battery is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, video tape...
... recording or playback is already installed in your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 * or 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 84) CCD-TRV57/TRV67/TRV87 only 5 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 84) CCD-TRV57/TRV67/TRV87 only 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor 6 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 27) (1), Power cord (1) (p. 10) * for stereo model 3 NP-F330 battery pack (1) (p. 9, 10) 7 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 81) 4 CR2025 lithium battery (1) (p. 65) The lithium battery is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, video tape...
Operating Instructions
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... the recording mode, set STANDBY to STANDBY. (5) Press START/STOP. When you record with the viewfinder. 2 POWER CAMERA OFF (CHARGE) VTR STA 4 LOCK NDBY START/STOP 40min H SP STBY 0:00:00 3 5 LOCK 40min H SP REC 0:00:01 STA NDBY START/STOP Microphone Camera recording lamp Note Fasten the grip strap firmly. Basics - The "REC" indicator appears. The lens cover opens. (3) Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. The recording lamp lights up...
... the recording mode, set STANDBY to STANDBY. (5) Press START/STOP. When you record with the viewfinder. 2 POWER CAMERA OFF (CHARGE) VTR STA 4 LOCK NDBY START/STOP 40min H SP STBY 0:00:00 3 5 LOCK 40min H SP REC 0:00:01 STA NDBY START/STOP Microphone Camera recording lamp Note Fasten the grip strap firmly. Basics - The "REC" indicator appears. The lens cover opens. (3) Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. The recording lamp lights up...
Operating Instructions
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... auto date function is to save battery power and to dim 90° When closing the LCD panel, set the counter to see. Adjusting the LCD screen To adjust the brightness of the LCD screen, press either of the other way, the indicator appears in the mirror mode •The STBY indicator appears as Xz and REC as z. To start recording, press START/STOP. To resume the standby mode, turn...
... auto date function is to save battery power and to dim 90° When closing the LCD panel, set the counter to see. Adjusting the LCD screen To adjust the brightness of the LCD screen, press either of the other way, the indicator appears in the mirror mode •The STBY indicator appears as Xz and REC as z. To start recording, press START/STOP. To resume the standby mode, turn...
Operating Instructions
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... playback pause mode lasts for about 1 minute (CCD-TRV57/TRV67/TRV87 only) Your camcorder automatically returns to VTR (CCD-TRV87) or PLAYER (CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/TRV67 only). To view a still picture (playback pause) Press X during playback. To view the picture at slow speed (slow playback) - To locate a scene monitoring the picture (picture search) Keep pressing mor Mduring playback. To rewind the tape Press min the stop mode. To resume normal playback, press N. Playing back a tape Various playback modes To operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch...
... playback pause mode lasts for about 1 minute (CCD-TRV57/TRV67/TRV87 only) Your camcorder automatically returns to VTR (CCD-TRV87) or PLAYER (CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/TRV67 only). To view a still picture (playback pause) Press X during playback. To view the picture at slow speed (slow playback) - To locate a scene monitoring the picture (picture search) Keep pressing mor Mduring playback. To rewind the tape Press min the stop mode. To resume normal playback, press N. Playing back a tape Various playback modes To operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch...
Operating Instructions
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... input selector on the VCR to VCR. Open the jack cover. Viewing the recording on TV Connect your camcorder to your TV or VCR with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. When monitoring the playback picture on the TV screen, we recommend that you monitor playback pictures on the TV screen. Then, set the TV/VCR selector on the VCR by using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your TV or VCR. Refer to the operating instructions...
... input selector on the VCR to VCR. Open the jack cover. Viewing the recording on TV Connect your camcorder to your TV or VCR with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. When monitoring the playback picture on the TV screen, we recommend that you monitor playback pictures on the TV screen. Then, set the TV/VCR selector on the VCR by using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your TV or VCR. Refer to the operating instructions...
Operating Instructions
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... or VCR (CCD-TRV87 only) You can easily view the picture on your TV. Adjust the position of the AV cordless IR receiver. Viewing the recording on TV If your TV or VCR is monaural even on stereo models. For details, refer to a TV or VCR without Video/Audio input jacks Use an NTSC system RFU adaptor (not supplied). To connect to the operating instructions of your camcorder and...
... or VCR (CCD-TRV87 only) You can easily view the picture on your TV. Adjust the position of the AV cordless IR receiver. Viewing the recording on TV If your TV or VCR is monaural even on stereo models. For details, refer to a TV or VCR without Video/Audio input jacks Use an NTSC system RFU adaptor (not supplied). To connect to the operating instructions of your camcorder and...
Operating Instructions
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... super laser link function when it is connected. Turn on , then do either of the TV automatically to turn on the S.LASER LINK button goes out. To do so, set AUTO TV ON to ON in the menu settings. Basics Viewing the recording on some models, however, the picture and sound may be disconnected momentarily when the video input is lit), your camcorder consumes power. Press S.LASER LINK...
... super laser link function when it is connected. Turn on , then do either of the TV automatically to turn on the S.LASER LINK button goes out. To do so, set AUTO TV ON to ON in the menu settings. Basics Viewing the recording on some models, however, the picture and sound may be disconnected momentarily when the video input is lit), your camcorder consumes power. Press S.LASER LINK...
Operating Instructions
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... mode is working, flashes and the SteadyShot function does not function. If you select 16:9FULL in the 16:9FULL mode, the date or time indicator will be widened on wide-screen TVs. During recording You cannot change or cancel the wide mode. Date or time indicator When you cancel the wide mode, set your camcorder to the standby mode and then set 16:9WIDE to OFF. 33 Advanced Recording Operations Using...
... mode is working, flashes and the SteadyShot function does not function. If you select 16:9FULL in the 16:9FULL mode, the date or time indicator will be widened on wide-screen TVs. During recording You cannot change or cancel the wide mode. Date or time indicator When you cancel the wide mode, set your camcorder to the standby mode and then set 16:9WIDE to OFF. 33 Advanced Recording Operations Using...
Operating Instructions
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... follows: STILL y FLASH y LUMI. Shutter speed. OLD MOVIE - No adjustment necessary The more bars there are on the moving picture TRAIL - To cancel the digital effect Press DIGITAL EFFECT. The digital effect indicator disappears. 39 Advanced Recording Operations Using special effects - Digital effect (1) While your camcorder is to superimpose on screen, the stronger the digital effect. The interval of the incidental image SLOW SHTR - The indicator changes as follows...
... follows: STILL y FLASH y LUMI. Shutter speed. OLD MOVIE - No adjustment necessary The more bars there are on the moving picture TRAIL - To cancel the digital effect Press DIGITAL EFFECT. The digital effect indicator disappears. 39 Advanced Recording Operations Using special effects - Digital effect (1) While your camcorder is to superimpose on screen, the stronger the digital effect. The interval of the incidental image SLOW SHTR - The indicator changes as follows...
Operating Instructions
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LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Advanced Recording Operations Using the built-in light You can use the built-in light to suit your camcorder, slide LIGHT to OFF and remove the battery pack to avoid turning on the built-in light. •When flickering occurs while shooting in the auto mode, slide LIGHT to ON. •The built-in light may be handled by turning STANDBY to OFF when not in light automatically...
LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Advanced Recording Operations Using the built-in light You can use the built-in light to suit your camcorder, slide LIGHT to OFF and remove the battery pack to avoid turning on the built-in light. •When flickering occurs while shooting in the auto mode, slide LIGHT to ON. •The built-in light may be handled by turning STANDBY to OFF when not in light automatically...
Operating Instructions
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..., digital zoom is deactivated and up to VTR (CCD-TRV87)/ PLAYER(CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/TRV67) or CAMERA. Natural pictures are displayed as the following icons: CAMERA SET VTR SET (CCD-TRV87 only) PLAYER SET (CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/TRV67 only) LCD SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Depending on your camcorder model The menu display may be different from that in this illustration. The LCD screen shows only the items you set to 40×/360× , digital zoom...
..., digital zoom is deactivated and up to VTR (CCD-TRV87)/ PLAYER(CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/TRV67) or CAMERA. Natural pictures are displayed as the following icons: CAMERA SET VTR SET (CCD-TRV87 only) PLAYER SET (CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/TRV67 only) LCD SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Depending on your camcorder model The menu display may be different from that in this illustration. The LCD screen shows only the items you set to 40×/360× , digital zoom...
Operating Instructions
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... Auto date function When you start recording (Auto date function). you set AUTO DATE to OFF once and set it on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder for the first time, turn it back ON in the menu settings. you eject and insert the tape again. - Note on and reset the date and time to simultaneously display the date and time indicator. Resetting the date and time To check the preset date and time Press DATE to display the time indicator. you stop recording...
... Auto date function When you start recording (Auto date function). you set AUTO DATE to OFF once and set it on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder for the first time, turn it back ON in the menu settings. you eject and insert the tape again. - Note on and reset the date and time to simultaneously display the date and time indicator. Resetting the date and time To check the preset date and time Press DATE to display the time indicator. you stop recording...
Operating Instructions
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... autofocusing function does not work . (CCD-TRV87 only) The x indicator flashes in the standby mode for autofocus. c Set it . (p. 38) • The video heads may be dirty. c Clean the heads using your camcorder has been in the viewfinder. c Turn STANDBY to 16:9FULL. • FOCUS is not a malfunction. (Continued on the viewfinder screen is not adjusted. Troubleshooting If you run out. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source...
... autofocusing function does not work . (CCD-TRV87 only) The x indicator flashes in the standby mode for autofocus. c Set it . (p. 38) • The video heads may be dirty. c Clean the heads using your camcorder has been in the viewfinder. c Turn STANDBY to 16:9FULL. • FOCUS is not a malfunction. (Continued on the viewfinder screen is not adjusted. Troubleshooting If you run out. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source...
Operating Instructions
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... the menu settings. c Adjust it to a wall outlet. c Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall outlet. (p. 4, 14) The end search function does not work. 68 •The tape was ejected after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or DEMO MODE is set to OFF, or use the NightShot function in a dark viewfinder or on the LCD screen. (CCD-TRV87 only) • Slow shutter, low lux or Super NightShot mode is not a malfunction. The playback picture...
... the menu settings. c Adjust it to a wall outlet. c Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall outlet. (p. 4, 14) The end search function does not work. 68 •The tape was ejected after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or DEMO MODE is set to OFF, or use the NightShot function in a dark viewfinder or on the LCD screen. (CCD-TRV87 only) • Slow shutter, low lux or Super NightShot mode is not a malfunction. The playback picture...
Operating Instructions
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... setting is displayed in white. (p. 58) •COPY INHIBIT You tried to activate the ORC setting. This message is working. Fast flashing: •The battery is dead (p. 10) • The battery is activated (p. 70).* Warning messages •CLOCK SET Reset the date and time. (p. 61) •For "InfoLITHIUM" Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (p. 14) BATTERY ONLY • CLEANING CASSETTE The video heads are dirty. (p. 74) •START/STOP KEY Press the START/STOP button to record a picture...
... setting is displayed in white. (p. 58) •COPY INHIBIT You tried to activate the ORC setting. This message is working. Fast flashing: •The battery is dead (p. 10) • The battery is activated (p. 70).* Warning messages •CLOCK SET Reset the date and time. (p. 61) •For "InfoLITHIUM" Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (p. 14) BATTERY ONLY • CLEANING CASSETTE The video heads are dirty. (p. 74) •START/STOP KEY Press the START/STOP button to record a picture...
Operating Instructions
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... camcorder, the back of the LCD screen may damage the bulb or shorten the life of the cassette. Camcorder care •Remove the tape, and periodically turn on the power, operate the CAMERA and VTR (CCD-TRV87)/PLAYER (CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/TRV67) sections and play back a tape for about 5 minutes when your camcorder is not to build up . When you are not using your camcorder. Do not use any type...
... camcorder, the back of the LCD screen may damage the bulb or shorten the life of the cassette. Camcorder care •Remove the tape, and periodically turn on the power, operate the CAMERA and VTR (CCD-TRV87)/PLAYER (CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/TRV67) sections and play back a tape for about 5 minutes when your camcorder is not to build up . When you are not using your camcorder. Do not use any type...
Operating Instructions
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... with infrared lighting. Additional Information Specifications Video camera recorder System Video recording system 2 rotary heads Helical scanning FM system Audio recording system Rotary heads, FM system Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette 8mm video format cassette CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57: Standard 8 CCD-TRV67/TRV87: Hi8 or standard 8 Recording/playback time (using 120 min. cassette) SP mode: 2 hours LP mode: 4 hours Fastforward/rewind time (using 120 min. Input/output connectors S video input (CCD-TRV87 only)/ output (CCD-TRV67/TRV87 only) 4-pin mini DIN Luminance...
... with infrared lighting. Additional Information Specifications Video camera recorder System Video recording system 2 rotary heads Helical scanning FM system Audio recording system Rotary heads, FM system Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette 8mm video format cassette CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57: Standard 8 CCD-TRV67/TRV87: Hi8 or standard 8 Recording/playback time (using 120 min. cassette) SP mode: 2 hours LP mode: 4 hours Fastforward/rewind time (using 120 min. Input/output connectors S video input (CCD-TRV87 only)/ output (CCD-TRV67/TRV87 only) 4-pin mini DIN Luminance...
Operating Instructions
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... sound 57 Manual focus 44 Menu settings 55 Mirror mode 17 Moisture condensation .......... 73 Monaural 64 MONOTONE 34 Mosaic fader 34 NIGHTSHOT 21 Normal charge 10 NTSC system 72 O, P, Q OLD MOVIE 38 Operation indicators 85 ORC 58 OVERLAP 34 Picture effect 37 Picture search 26 Playback pause 26 Power sources (house current 14 (car battery 14 (battery pack 9 Power zoom 18 PROGRAM AE 41 R Rec Review 23 Recording and playback systems 63 Recording mode 58 Recording time...
... sound 57 Manual focus 44 Menu settings 55 Mirror mode 17 Moisture condensation .......... 73 Monaural 64 MONOTONE 34 Mosaic fader 34 NIGHTSHOT 21 Normal charge 10 NTSC system 72 O, P, Q OLD MOVIE 38 Operation indicators 85 ORC 58 OVERLAP 34 Picture effect 37 Picture search 26 Playback pause 26 Power sources (house current 14 (car battery 14 (battery pack 9 Power zoom 18 PROGRAM AE 41 R Rec Review 23 Recording and playback systems 63 Recording mode 58 Recording time...