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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. 3-072-314-13 (1) Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product. CCD-TRV608 CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/ TRV408/TRV608 ©2002 Sony Corporation Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Model No. Serial No. CCD-TRV Model No. AC- Record the serial number in the space provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Serial No. 3-072-314-13 (1) Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product. CCD-TRV608 CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/ TRV408/TRV608 ©2002 Sony Corporation Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Model No. Serial No. CCD-TRV Model No. AC- Record the serial number in the space provided below.
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...TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: CCD-TRV608 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics lnc. For the customers in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. The number below is connected. - Connect ...are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in order to comply with the instructions, may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669). These limits are cautioned that interference will not occur in CANADA CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, ...
...TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: CCD-TRV608 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics lnc. For the customers in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. The number below is connected. - Connect ...are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in order to comply with the instructions, may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669). These limits are cautioned that interference will not occur in CANADA CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, ...
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... 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...Manual focus (p. 41) Functions to use in editing in the recording mode •Wide mode (p. 33) •Date 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...
... 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...Manual focus (p. 41) Functions to use in editing in the recording mode •Wide mode (p. 33) •Date 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...
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... effects - USB Streaming (Windows users only 59 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 67 Recording - Picture effect .. 37 Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 38 Adjusting the exposure manually ...... 40 Focusing manually 41 Superimposing a title 42 Making your computer - Easy dubbing 51 PC Connection (CCD-TRV608 only) Viewing images using your own titles 44 Using...
... effects - USB Streaming (Windows users only 59 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 67 Recording - Picture effect .. 37 Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 38 Adjusting the exposure manually ...... 40 Focusing manually 41 Superimposing a title 42 Making your computer - Easy dubbing 51 PC Connection (CCD-TRV608 only) Viewing images using your own titles 44 Using...
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...USB Streaming - z - z TRV608 560× 7.5 cm (3 type) z - The CCD-TRV608 is indicated in this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of differences CCD- As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on your camcorder. Not provided TRV108 460×...When you carry out an operation, you start reading this manual are clearly indicated in light z Remote sensor z SteadyShot - VF B.L. (Viewfinder backlight) z z Provided - - e.g. TRV107 Digital Zoom 450× LCD Screen 6.2 cm (2.5 type) Built-in the text, ...
...USB Streaming - z - z TRV608 560× 7.5 cm (3 type) z - The CCD-TRV608 is indicated in this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of differences CCD- As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on your camcorder. Not provided TRV108 460×...When you carry out an operation, you start reading this manual are clearly indicated in light z Remote sensor z SteadyShot - VF B.L. (Viewfinder backlight) z z Provided - - e.g. TRV107 Digital Zoom 450× LCD Screen 6.2 cm (2.5 type) Built-in the text, ...
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...;Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. However, there may be repaired [a]. •Never leave your camcorder exposed to malfunction. Sometimes this manual Note on mounted models only) •The LCD screen and the finder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99% of the sun in...
...;Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. However, there may be repaired [a]. •Never leave your camcorder exposed to malfunction. Sometimes this manual Note on mounted models only) •The LCD screen and the finder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99% of the sun in...
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While your camcorder to malfunction. •When you to OFF. While using the NightShot function, you use this function. The maximum shooting distance using the NightShot function, focus manually. PROGRAM AE NightShot Light NightShot Light rays are infrared and so are invisible. For example, you ...setting to ON. outdoors in incorrect or unnatural colors. •If focusing is about 3 m (10 feet). 26 This may cause your camcorder is in the menu settings (p. 68). Recording a picture Shooting in the dark - ON OFF NIGHTSHOT Infrared rays emitter Using the NightShot ...
While your camcorder to malfunction. •When you to OFF. While using the NightShot function, you use this function. The maximum shooting distance using the NightShot function, focus manually. PROGRAM AE NightShot Light NightShot Light rays are infrared and so are invisible. For example, you ...setting to ON. outdoors in incorrect or unnatural colors. •If focusing is about 3 m (10 feet). 26 This may cause your camcorder is in the menu settings (p. 68). Recording a picture Shooting in the dark - ON OFF NIGHTSHOT Infrared rays emitter Using the NightShot ...
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... displayed on the screen superimposed on the picture. Press DATE (or TIME), then press TIME (or DATE) to record the date. Press TIME to your camcorder, the clock setting is set to off. Set the date and time to record the time. If you purchase your local time before starting actual... in the picture Record the date and time in CAMERA mode. The date and/or time indicator disappears. Note The date and time indicators recorded manually cannot be deleted.
... displayed on the screen superimposed on the picture. Press DATE (or TIME), then press TIME (or DATE) to record the date. Press TIME to your camcorder, the clock setting is set to off. Set the date and time to record the time. If you purchase your local time before starting actual... in the picture Record the date and time in CAMERA mode. The date and/or time indicator disappears. Note The date and time indicators recorded manually cannot be deleted.
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...in color may occur in the following modes. Soft portrait mode - If this happens, turn the PROGRAM AE function off: - This is because your camcorder is set to ON, the PROGRAM AE function does not work. (The indicator flashes.) Even if the PROGRAM AE function is selected You can adjust... the exposure manually. Sports lesson mode 39 Advanced Recording Operations Using the PROGRAM AE function (1) In CAMERA mode, select PROGRAM AE in in the menu settings (p. 68)....
...in color may occur in the following modes. Soft portrait mode - If this happens, turn the PROGRAM AE function off: - This is because your camcorder is set to ON, the PROGRAM AE function does not work. (The indicator flashes.) Even if the PROGRAM AE function is selected You can adjust... the exposure manually. Sports lesson mode 39 Advanced Recording Operations Using the PROGRAM AE function (1) In CAMERA mode, select PROGRAM AE in in the menu settings (p. 68)....
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The subject is backlit - Bright subject and dark background - Note When you adjust the exposure manually, the backlight function does not work in the following cases: - Adjusting the exposure manually You can manually adjust and set the exposure. Your camcorder automatically returns to ON 40 night scenes) faithfully (1) In CAMERA mode, press EXPOSURE. if you...
The subject is backlit - Bright subject and dark background - Note When you adjust the exposure manually, the backlight function does not work in the following cases: - Adjusting the exposure manually You can manually adjust and set the exposure. Your camcorder automatically returns to ON 40 night scenes) faithfully (1) In CAMERA mode, press EXPOSURE. if you...
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...shoot close to focus on the screen. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to sharpen focus. To focus precisely Adjust the zoom by manually adjusting the focus in the background. •Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod. (1) In CAMERA mode, press FOCUS. This... focusing easier. horizontal stripes. - subjects with little contrast with water droplets. - The 9 indicator appears on . 41 Advanced Recording Operations Focusing manually You can gain better results by first focusing at the "T" (telephoto) position and then shooting at the end of the "W" (wide-angle)...
...shoot close to focus on the screen. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to sharpen focus. To focus precisely Adjust the zoom by manually adjusting the focus in the background. •Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod. (1) In CAMERA mode, press FOCUS. This... focusing easier. horizontal stripes. - subjects with little contrast with water droplets. - The 9 indicator appears on . 41 Advanced Recording Operations Focusing manually You can gain better results by first focusing at the "T" (telephoto) position and then shooting at the end of the "W" (wide-angle)...
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... The USB driver installation starts. 60 For Windows 98 SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional and Windows XP users Log in this manual. Connect the USB cable in the United States and/or other countries. • Pentium is contained together with your computer. Installing ...the USB driver Before connecting your camcorder to your computer. Viewing images using a hub. • Depending on the CD-ROM supplied with application software for Windows 2000 Professional...
... The USB driver installation starts. 60 For Windows 98 SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional and Windows XP users Log in this manual. Connect the USB cable in the United States and/or other countries. • Pentium is contained together with your computer. Installing ...the USB driver Before connecting your camcorder to your computer. Viewing images using a hub. • Depending on the CD-ROM supplied with application software for Windows 2000 Professional...
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...if the image signal is of a different TV color system from your camcorder. •When your camcorder is inserted. •Indicators in the camcorder LCD screen do not indicate malfunction: - If image data cannot be transferred...Sony" ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony" is a trademark of "PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony" "PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony is provided with a cassette inserted, it . To close the on using your computer Communications with your computer Communications between your camcorder and your computer may occur, but do not appear on -line help (operation manual...
...if the image signal is of a different TV color system from your camcorder. •When your camcorder is inserted. •Indicators in the camcorder LCD screen do not indicate malfunction: - If image data cannot be transferred...Sony" ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony" is a trademark of "PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony" "PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony is provided with a cassette inserted, it . To close the on using your computer Communications with your computer Communications between your camcorder and your computer may occur, but do not appear on -line help (operation manual...
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...9WIDE STEADYSHOT* z OFF CINEMA 16:9FULL z ON OFF N.S.LIGHT z ON OFF Meaning To suit your camcorder model The menu display may be different from that in the 16:9FULL mode. If you set to...; is performed digitally. (p. 22) (CCD-TRV107 only) - To compensate for camera-shake. Natural pictures are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET PLAYER SET LCD/VF SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS ...and more than 20× to 40×/560× is performed digitally. (p. 22) (CCD-TRV408/TRV608 only) If you set to 40×/450×, digital zoom is activated and more than...
...9WIDE STEADYSHOT* z OFF CINEMA 16:9FULL z ON OFF N.S.LIGHT z ON OFF Meaning To suit your camcorder model The menu display may be different from that in the 16:9FULL mode. If you set to...; is performed digitally. (p. 22) (CCD-TRV107 only) - To compensate for camera-shake. Natural pictures are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET PLAYER SET LCD/VF SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS ...and more than 20× to 40×/560× is performed digitally. (p. 22) (CCD-TRV408/TRV608 only) If you set to 40×/450×, digital zoom is activated and more than...
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...malfunction. This is not adjusted. Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The POWER switch is the manual focus mode. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder has been in the viewfinder. c Close the LCD panel. (p. 20) • The contrast between the subject and background is dead or nearly dead...(p. 23) • STEADYSHOT is set to CAMERA. (p. 19) • The tape has run into any problem using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (optional). (p. 85) • The LCD panel is set to OFF (CHG) or PLAYER. c Press FOCUS to return to CAMERA again. (p. 19) • The...
...malfunction. This is not adjusted. Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The POWER switch is the manual focus mode. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder has been in the viewfinder. c Close the LCD panel. (p. 20) • The contrast between the subject and background is dead or nearly dead...(p. 23) • STEADYSHOT is set to CAMERA. (p. 19) • The tape has run into any problem using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (optional). (p. 85) • The LCD panel is set to OFF (CHG) or PLAYER. c Press FOCUS to return to CAMERA again. (p. 19) • The...
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Identifying the parts and controls Operation indicators LCD screen and Viewfinder 1 qf 2 3 4 ...qs qd Display window 2 wd FULL 3 AM PM wf Quick Reference 1 Recording mode indicator (p. 70)/ Mirror mode indicator (p. 20) 2 Hi8 format indication (p. 24) 3 Remaining battery time indicator (p. 24) 4 Zoom indicator (p. 22)/ Exposure indicator (p. 40) 5 Fader indicator ...9 PROGRAM AE indicator (p. 38) 0 Backlight indicator (p. 25) qa SteadyShot off indicator*1) (p. 69) qs Manual focusing indicator (p. 41) qd Built-in the viewfinder only. wd FULL charge indicator (p. 12) wf Tape counter...
Identifying the parts and controls Operation indicators LCD screen and Viewfinder 1 qf 2 3 4 ...qs qd Display window 2 wd FULL 3 AM PM wf Quick Reference 1 Recording mode indicator (p. 70)/ Mirror mode indicator (p. 20) 2 Hi8 format indication (p. 24) 3 Remaining battery time indicator (p. 24) 4 Zoom indicator (p. 22)/ Exposure indicator (p. 40) 5 Fader indicator ...9 PROGRAM AE indicator (p. 38) 0 Backlight indicator (p. 25) qa SteadyShot off indicator*1) (p. 69) qs Manual focusing indicator (p. 41) qd Built-in the viewfinder only. wd FULL charge indicator (p. 12) wf Tape counter...
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... END SEARCH 28 Exposure 40 F, G, H Fade in/out 35 FADER 35 FOCUS 41 Grip strap 95 Heads 85 Hi8 system 80 I, J, K, L "InfoLITHIUM" battery ..... 81 Infrared rays emitter 26 LCD screen 20 LP mode 70 M, N Manual focus 41 Menu settings 67 Mirror mode 20 Moisture condensation ....... 84 MONOTONE 35 Mosaic fader 35 NightShot 26...
... END SEARCH 28 Exposure 40 F, G, H Fade in/out 35 FADER 35 FOCUS 41 Grip strap 95 Heads 85 Hi8 system 80 I, J, K, L "InfoLITHIUM" battery ..... 81 Infrared rays emitter 26 LCD screen 20 LP mode 70 M, N Manual focus 41 Menu settings 67 Mirror mode 20 Moisture condensation ....... 84 MONOTONE 35 Mosaic fader 35 NightShot 26...