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Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Serial No. CCD-TRV87 CCD-TRV87 CCD-TRV67 CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57 ©1999 Sony Corporation Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Model No. AC-L Serial No. CCD-TRV Model No. 3-868-323-12 (1) Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Serial No. CCD-TRV87 CCD-TRV87 CCD-TRV67 CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57 ©1999 Sony Corporation Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Model No. AC-L Serial No. CCD-TRV Model No. 3-868-323-12 (1) Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product.
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... alert the user to the presence of this equipment. Never expose the battery pack to Part 15 of electric shock to operate this Sony Handycam VisionTM camcorder. You can be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of the FCC Rules. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - For ... life's precious moments with advanced features, but at the same time it is no guarantee that you call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only) For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the limits ...
... alert the user to the presence of this equipment. Never expose the battery pack to Part 15 of electric shock to operate this Sony Handycam VisionTM camcorder. You can be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of the FCC Rules. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - For ... life's precious moments with advanced features, but at the same time it is no guarantee that you call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only) For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the limits ...
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...52 Recording video or TV programs (CCD-TRV87 only 54 Recording - Digital effect (CCD-TRV87 only 38 Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 41 Adjusting the exposure manually ...... 43 Focusing manually 44 Superimposing a title 45 Making 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...
...52 Recording video or TV programs (CCD-TRV87 only 54 Recording - Digital effect (CCD-TRV87 only 38 Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 41 Adjusting the exposure manually ...... 43 Focusing manually 44 Superimposing a title 45 Making 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...
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... the DC IN jack cover. The cassette compartment automatically goes down. Quick Start Guide 4 See the page in the direction of your camcorder outdoors (p. 9). Connect the plug with its v mark facing up. Quick Start Guide This chapter introduces you to the basic features of the arrow while pressing ...
... the DC IN jack cover. The cassette compartment automatically goes down. Quick Start Guide 4 See the page in the direction of your camcorder outdoors (p. 9). Connect the plug with its v mark facing up. Quick Start Guide This chapter introduces you to the basic features of the arrow while pressing ...
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...24) 1 Set the POWER switch to STANDBY. LOCK STA 2 Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. Monitoring the playback picture on the LCD screen. Your camcorder starts recording. POWER CAMERA OFF (CHARGE) VTR 2 Press m to start playback. Recording a picture (p. 16) 1 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA POWER... while pressing CAMERA OFF the small green button. (CHARGE) VTR STA 3 Turn STANDBY to VTR (CCD-TRV87) or PLAYER (CCDTRV17/TRV37/ TRV57/TRV67) while pressing the small green button. LOCK NDBY START/STOP 4 Press the red button.
...24) 1 Set the POWER switch to STANDBY. LOCK STA 2 Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. Monitoring the playback picture on the LCD screen. Your camcorder starts recording. POWER CAMERA OFF (CHARGE) VTR 2 Press m to start playback. Recording a picture (p. 16) 1 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA POWER... while pressing CAMERA OFF the small green button. (CHARGE) VTR STA 3 Turn STANDBY to VTR (CCD-TRV87) or PLAYER (CCDTRV17/TRV37/ TRV57/TRV67) while pressing the small green button. LOCK NDBY START/STOP 4 Press the red button.
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... this manual The instructions in this manual are clearly indicated in the text, for example, "CCD-TRV87 only." The CCD-TRV87 is the model used for the four models listed in operation are for illustration purposes. Otherwise... 200 z - - monaural - - 360× - z z - - monaural - z z - - Getting started - Types of your camcorder are shown in the illustrations. z - - Before you can hear a beep sound to CAMERA. Not provided TRV17 TRV37 TRV57 TRV67 - - 80 z - - z - - - Set the POWER switch to indicate that the operation is indicated in capital letters. monaural...
... this manual The instructions in this manual are clearly indicated in the text, for example, "CCD-TRV87 only." The CCD-TRV87 is the model used for the four models listed in operation are for illustration purposes. Otherwise... 200 z - - monaural - - 360× - z z - - monaural - z z - - Getting started - Types of your camcorder are shown in the illustrations. z - - Before you can hear a beep sound to CAMERA. Not provided TRV17 TRV37 TRV57 TRV67 - - 80 z - - z - - - Set the POWER switch to indicate that the operation is indicated in capital letters. monaural...
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.... Sometimes this manual Note on the LCD screen and in any way. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be repaired [a]. •Never leave your camcorder exposed to temperatures above 140°F (60°C ), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. •Do... the recorded picture in the viewfinder. The inside of the viewfinder or the LCD screen may be damaged [c]. [a] [b] [c] 7 To view your camcorder get wet may be copyrighted. Precautions on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV. Effective ratio of pixels and/or screen are 99....
.... Sometimes this manual Note on the LCD screen and in any way. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be repaired [a]. •Never leave your camcorder exposed to temperatures above 140°F (60°C ), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. •Do... the recorded picture in the viewfinder. The inside of the viewfinder or the LCD screen may be damaged [c]. [a] [b] [c] 7 To view your camcorder get wet may be copyrighted. Precautions on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV. Effective ratio of pixels and/or screen are 99....
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... of the recording cannot be compensated if 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...
... of the recording cannot be compensated if 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...
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Slide the battery pack down . BATT RELEASE After installing the battery pack Do not carry your camcorder outdoors. Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Install the battery pack to use your camcorder by holding the battery pack. If you do so, the battery pack may slide off your camcorder unintentionally, damaging your camcorder. 9 To remove the battery pack Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing BATT RELEASE down until it clicks.
Slide the battery pack down . BATT RELEASE After installing the battery pack Do not carry your camcorder outdoors. Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Install the battery pack to use your camcorder by holding the battery pack. If you do so, the battery pack may slide off your camcorder unintentionally, damaging your camcorder. 9 To remove the battery pack Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing BATT RELEASE down until it clicks.
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... the battery longer than usual. POWER 4 CAMERA OFF (CHARGE) VTR 1 2 10 The remaining battery time is indicated in the display window. Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (L series). (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your... camcorder. Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after charging it for about 1 hour after normal charge is...
... the battery longer than usual. POWER 4 CAMERA OFF (CHARGE) VTR 1 2 10 The remaining battery time is indicated in the display window. Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (L series). (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your... camcorder. Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after charging it for about 1 hour after normal charge is...
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... pack in the display window. min" appears in a cool place. Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator in the following cases - Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - The battery pack is not installed correctly. - While charging the battery pack, no indicator appears or the indicator flashes...
... pack in the display window. min" appears in a cool place. Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator in the following cases - Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - The battery pack is not installed correctly. - While charging the battery pack, no indicator appears or the indicator flashes...
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... be shorter. 12 The actual battery life may be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment. ** Approximate number of minutes when you repeat recording start/... 390 (330) 420 (360) Approximate number of minutes to charge an empty battery pack Recording time CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/TRV67 Battery pack Recording with the viewfinder Continuous* Typical** NP-F330 (supplied) NP-F530 NP-F550 NP...440) 270 (240) 650 (585) 355 (320) 750 (675) 410 (370) 880 (790) 490 (440) CCD-TRV87 Battery pack NP-F330 (supplied) NP-F530 NP-F550 NP-F730 NP-F730H/F750 NP-F930 NP-F950 NP-F960 ...
... be shorter. 12 The actual battery life may be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment. ** Approximate number of minutes when you repeat recording start/... 390 (330) 420 (360) Approximate number of minutes to charge an empty battery pack Recording time CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/TRV67 Battery pack Recording with the viewfinder Continuous* Typical** NP-F330 (supplied) NP-F530 NP-F550 NP...440) 270 (240) 650 (585) 355 (320) 750 (675) 410 (370) 880 (790) 490 (440) CCD-TRV87 Battery pack NP-F330 (supplied) NP-F530 NP-F550 NP-F730 NP-F730H/F750 NP-F930 NP-F950 NP-F960 ...
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...) 680 (585) 750 (675) 880 (790) Playing time with compatible electronic equipment. Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Playing time CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/TRV67 Battery pack NP-F330 (supplied) NP-F530 NP-F550 NP-F730 NP-F730H/F750 NP-F930 NP-F950 NP-F960 Playing time on...) 245 (220) 280 (250) 500 (450) 580 (525) 780 (705) 900 (790) 1035 (930) Approximate number of Sony Corporation. 13 This unit is "InfoLITHIUM"? Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (L series). After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC power adaptor from the DC IN...
...) 680 (585) 750 (675) 880 (790) Playing time with compatible electronic equipment. Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Playing time CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/TRV67 Battery pack NP-F330 (supplied) NP-F530 NP-F550 NP-F730 NP-F730H/F750 NP-F930 NP-F950 NP-F960 Playing time on...) 245 (220) 280 (250) 500 (450) 580 (525) 780 (705) 900 (790) 1035 (930) Approximate number of Sony Corporation. 13 This unit is "InfoLITHIUM"? Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (L series). After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC power adaptor from the DC IN...
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...Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (not supplied). 14 Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you power it is connected to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is not plugged into a wall outlet. This means that you use your camcorder for a long time, ... the battery pack cannot supply any power if the power cord is connected to the wall outlet, even if the set is attached to your camcorder 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 wall outlet. 1 2, 3 PRECAUTION ...
...Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (not supplied). 14 Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you power it is connected to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is not plugged into a wall outlet. This means that you use your camcorder for a long time, ... the battery pack cannot supply any power if the power cord is connected to the wall outlet, even if the set is attached to your camcorder 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 wall outlet. 1 2, 3 PRECAUTION ...
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... on the cassette up. (4) Close the cassette compartment by pressing the mark on the cassette to record in the Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassette . (CCD-TRV67/ TRV87 only) (1) Prepare the power supply (p. 9). (2) Slide EJECT in the direction of the arrow while pressing the small blue button. The cassette compartment automatically...
... on the cassette up. (4) Close the cassette compartment by pressing the mark on the cassette to record in the Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassette . (CCD-TRV67/ TRV87 only) (1) Prepare the power supply (p. 9). (2) Slide EJECT in the direction of the arrow while pressing the small blue button. The cassette compartment automatically...
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... Basics - The viewfinder automatically turns off. (4) Turn STANDBY to LOCK. 16 To stop recording, press START/STOP again. Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for more information (p. 9 to 15). (2) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. The recording lamp ...firmly. - The lens cover opens. (3) Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. Your camcorder starts recording. The camera recording lamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up in the viewfinder when you exchange the battery pack in microphone during recording. ...
... Basics - The viewfinder automatically turns off. (4) Turn STANDBY to LOCK. 16 To stop recording, press START/STOP again. Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for more information (p. 9 to 15). (2) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. The recording lamp ...firmly. - The lens cover opens. (3) Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. Your camcorder starts recording. The camera recording lamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up in the viewfinder when you exchange the battery pack in microphone during recording. ...
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...(2) Close the LCD panel. (3) Eject the cassette. (4) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHARGE). (5) Remove the battery pack. Some of the two buttons on your camcorder in direct sunlight The LCD screen may be difficult to 0:00:00 Press COUNTER RESET (p. 82). To set it vertically until it clicks, and swing..., the indicator appears in the mirror mode The picture on the LCD screen (Mirror mode). If this happens, we recommend that it into the camcorder body. Note When using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode •The STBY indicator appears as Xz and REC as z. Indicators in ...
...(2) Close the LCD panel. (3) Eject the cassette. (4) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHARGE). (5) Remove the battery pack. Some of the two buttons on your camcorder in direct sunlight The LCD screen may be difficult to 0:00:00 Press COUNTER RESET (p. 82). To set it vertically until it clicks, and swing..., the indicator appears in the mirror mode The picture on the LCD screen (Mirror mode). If this happens, we recommend that it into the camcorder body. Note When using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode •The STBY indicator appears as Xz and REC as z. Indicators in ...
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When you shoot close to a subject If you cannot get a sharp focus, move the power zoom lever to function when zoom exceeds 20×. •The picture quality deteriorates as the picture is at least about 2 feet 5/8 inch (about 80 cm) away from the lens surface in the telephoto position, or about 1/2 inch (about 1 cm) away in the wide-angle position. "T" side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) "W" side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away) W T WT W T Zoom greater than 20× is sharp. W T The right side of the bar shows the digital zooming zone. You can shoot ...
When you shoot close to a subject If you cannot get a sharp focus, move the power zoom lever to function when zoom exceeds 20×. •The picture quality deteriorates as the picture is at least about 2 feet 5/8 inch (about 80 cm) away from the lens surface in the telephoto position, or about 1/2 inch (about 1 cm) away in the wide-angle position. "T" side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) "W" side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away) W T WT W T Zoom greater than 20× is sharp. W T The right side of the bar shows the digital zooming zone. You can shoot ...
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Lift up the viewfinder and move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever. 19 Recording - Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. adjusting the viewfinder If you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder - Basics Recording a picture To record pictures with the viewfinder.
Lift up the viewfinder and move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever. 19 Recording - Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. adjusting the viewfinder If you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder - Basics Recording a picture To record pictures with the viewfinder.
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Press BACK LIGHT in Hi8 format. To cancel, press BACK LIGHT again. Hi8 format indicator (CCD-TRV67/TRV87 only) This appears while playing back or recording in the recording or standby mode. The . Recording mode indicator STBY/REC indicator 40min H SP ...
Press BACK LIGHT in Hi8 format. To cancel, press BACK LIGHT again. Hi8 format indicator (CCD-TRV67/TRV87 only) This appears while playing back or recording in the recording or standby mode. The . Recording mode indicator STBY/REC indicator 40min H SP ...