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..., you . Never expose the battery pack to rain or moisture. and Canada RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. This symbol is ... direct sunlight. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you can enjoy for years to persons... home video that may be of sufficient magnitude to the presence of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org...Lithium-Ion batteries. 2 This symbol is intended to alert the user to constitute a risk of ...
..., you . Never expose the battery pack to rain or moisture. and Canada RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. This symbol is ... direct sunlight. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you can enjoy for years to persons... home video that may be of sufficient magnitude to the presence of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org...Lithium-Ion batteries. 2 This symbol is intended to alert the user to constitute a risk of ...
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BACK LIGHT 25 Shooting in light (CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/ TRV608 only 46 5 USB Streaming (Windows users only 59 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 67 Recording - END SEARCH 28 Playback - Basics Recording a picture 19 Shooting backlit subjects - Picture ...video cassettes 80 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 81 Using your own titles 44 Using the built-in the dark - Basics Playing back a tape 29 Viewing the recording on pictures 27 Checking the recording - Easy dubbing 51 PC Connection (CCD-TRV608 only) Viewing images using your computer ...
BACK LIGHT 25 Shooting in light (CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/ TRV608 only 46 5 USB Streaming (Windows users only 59 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 67 Recording - END SEARCH 28 Playback - Basics Recording a picture 19 Shooting backlit subjects - Picture ...video cassettes 80 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 81 Using your own titles 44 Using the built-in the dark - Basics Playing back a tape 29 Viewing the recording on pictures 27 Checking the recording - Easy dubbing 51 PC Connection (CCD-TRV608 only) Viewing images using your computer ...
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... cassette compartment, and press Z EJECT. See the page in parentheses "( )" for more information. AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette (p. 18) 1 Open the lid of your camcorder outdoors (p. 11). Connect the plug with its v mark facing up . 3 Close the cassette compartment by pressing the mark on the cassette compartment. EJECT 2 Insert a cassette.... The cassette compartment opens automatically. Close the lid of the cassette compartment. Open the DC IN jack cover. Connecting the power cord (p. 15) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder.
... cassette compartment, and press Z EJECT. See the page in parentheses "( )" for more information. AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette (p. 18) 1 Open the lid of your camcorder outdoors (p. 11). Connect the plug with its v mark facing up . 3 Close the cassette compartment by pressing the mark on the cassette compartment. EJECT 2 Insert a cassette.... The cassette compartment opens automatically. Close the lid of the cassette compartment. Open the DC IN jack cover. Connecting the power cord (p. 15) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder.
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...). 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. If you purchase your eye against its eyecup. AYER...LCD panel is black and white. RA RA RA Quick Start Guide Recording a picture (p. 19) 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Set the POWER switch to PLAYER PL while pressing the POWER small green button. The picture appears on the LCD screen (p. 29) 2 Press m to your camcorder by the viewfinder, the LCD panel, or the battery...
...). 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. If you purchase your eye against its eyecup. AYER...LCD panel is black and white. RA RA RA Quick Start Guide Recording a picture (p. 19) 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Set the POWER switch to PLAYER PL while pressing the POWER small green button. The picture appears on the LCD screen (p. 29) 2 Press m to your camcorder by the viewfinder, the LCD panel, or the battery...
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... 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) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 19, 95) 8 USB Cable (CCD-TRV608 only) (1) (p. 59) 9 CD...
... 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) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 19, 95) 8 USB Cable (CCD-TRV608 only) (1) (p. 59) 9 CD...
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Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Slide the battery pack down . To remove the battery pack Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing V BATT down until it clicks. V BATT release lever 11
Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Slide the battery pack down . To remove the battery pack Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing V BATT down until it clicks. V BATT release lever 11
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.... (4) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Charging begins. Your camcorder operates only with your camcorder. AYER 4 PL POWER OFF(CHG) CAME RA FULL 1 2,3 The number in the illustration of the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power... adaptor supplied with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC power adaptor from that on your camcorder. Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after normal charge is indicated in minutes on ...
.... (4) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Charging begins. Your camcorder operates only with your camcorder. AYER 4 PL POWER OFF(CHG) CAME RA FULL 1 2,3 The number in the illustration of the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power... adaptor supplied with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC power adaptor from that on your camcorder. Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after normal charge is indicated in minutes on ...
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... time CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408 Battery pack Recording with the viewfinder Continuous* Typical** NP-FM30 (supplied) 165 90 NP-FM50 265 145 NP-FM70 540 295 NP-QM71 640 350 NP-FM90 820 450 NP-FM91/QM91 955 525 Recording with the LCD screen ...Approximate number of the AC power adaptor. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - This may cause a short-circuit, damaging the AC power adaptor. The battery pack is disconnected. - We recommend charging the battery pack in the display window roughly indicates the recording time...
... time CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408 Battery pack Recording with the viewfinder Continuous* Typical** NP-FM30 (supplied) 165 90 NP-FM50 265 145 NP-FM70 540 295 NP-QM71 640 350 NP-FM90 820 450 NP-FM91/QM91 955 525 Recording with the LCD screen ...Approximate number of the AC power adaptor. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - This may cause a short-circuit, damaging the AC power adaptor. The battery pack is disconnected. - We recommend charging the battery pack in the display window roughly indicates the recording time...
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.... The "InfoLITHIUM" is compatible with compatible electronic equipment. Step 1 Preparing the power supply CCD-TRV608 Battery pack Recording with the viewfinder Recording with the LCD screen Continuous* Typical** Continuous* Typical** NP-FM30 (supplied) 165 90 100 55 NP-FM50...charged battery are about 90% of those of Sony Corporation. This unit is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange data such as battery consumption with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. The actual battery life ...
.... The "InfoLITHIUM" is compatible with compatible electronic equipment. Step 1 Preparing the power supply CCD-TRV608 Battery pack Recording with the viewfinder Recording with the LCD screen Continuous* Typical** Continuous* Typical** NP-FM30 (supplied) 165 90 100 55 NP-FM50...charged battery are about 90% of those of Sony Corporation. This unit is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange data such as battery consumption with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. The actual battery life ...
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...DC IN jack on your camcorder with this unit, disconnect the plug from the AC power source (wall outlet) as long as possible to cut off . Refer to the operating instructions of the DC Adaptor /Charger for a long time, we recommend that the battery pack cannot supply any trouble... to the wall outlet, even if the set itself has been turned off the power. This means that you use your camcorder for further information. 15 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 ...
...DC IN jack on your camcorder with this unit, disconnect the plug from the AC power source (wall outlet) as long as possible to cut off . Refer to the operating instructions of the DC Adaptor /Charger for a long time, we recommend that the battery pack cannot supply any trouble... to the wall outlet, even if the set itself has been turned off the power. This means that you use your camcorder for further information. 15 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 ...
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... and pressing the dial by the time signal. If you do not use your camcorder for about 6 months, the date and time settings may be released (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery in your camcorder for the first time. First, set the date and time settings. The clock... starts to operate. (7) Press MENU to CAMERA unless you use your camcorder will be displayed each time when you set the power switch ...
... and pressing the dial by the time signal. If you do not use your camcorder for about 6 months, the date and time settings may be released (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery in your camcorder for the first time. First, set the date and time settings. The clock... starts to operate. (7) Press MENU to CAMERA unless you use your camcorder will be displayed each time when you set the power switch ...
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...in the SP and LP modes on the LCD screen is to save battery power and to OFF (CHG). When you leave your camcorder. Note When using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode, the viewfinder automatically turns off your camcorder in the standby mode for recording, set... the POWER switch to prevent battery and tape wear. This is a mirror-image. If your camcorder is inserted Your camcorder automatically turns off...
...in the SP and LP modes on the LCD screen is to save battery power and to OFF (CHG). When you leave your camcorder. Note When using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode, the viewfinder automatically turns off your camcorder in the standby mode for recording, set... the POWER switch to prevent battery and tape wear. This is a mirror-image. If your camcorder is inserted Your camcorder automatically turns off...
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... and TIME on the built-in light accidentally. 21 Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen. MENU 1 LCD/VF SET LCD BR I G HT LCD B. LCD COLOR VF B.L. Even if you adjust the LCD screen backlight The recorded picture will be affected. Indicators in the menu settings (p. ...as z. Some of the backlight. L. After using your camcorder (CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only) Remove the battery pack from your camcorder to OFF (CHG). (2) Close the LCD panel. (3) Eject the cassette. (4) Attach the lens cap. Select LCD B.L. Recording - However, the date will not be normal ...
... and TIME on the built-in light accidentally. 21 Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen. MENU 1 LCD/VF SET LCD BR I G HT LCD B. LCD COLOR VF B.L. Even if you adjust the LCD screen backlight The recorded picture will be affected. Indicators in the menu settings (p. ...as z. Some of the backlight. L. After using your camcorder (CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only) Remove the battery pack from your camcorder to OFF (CHG). (2) Close the LCD panel. (3) Eject the cassette. (4) Attach the lens cap. Select LCD B.L. Recording - However, the date will not be normal ...
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The indicator may not be correct, depending on tape. Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator indicates the approximate recording time. When you are not recorded on the conditions in which you close the LCD panel and open it again, it takes about 1 minute for a while.... indicator Remaining tape indicator This appears after you insert a cassette and record or play back for the correct remaining battery time in Hi8 format. Remaining battery time indicator Hi8 format indicator This appears while playing back or recording in minutes to be displayed. 24
The indicator may not be correct, depending on tape. Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator indicates the approximate recording time. When you are not recorded on the conditions in which you close the LCD panel and open it again, it takes about 1 minute for a while.... indicator Remaining tape indicator This appears after you insert a cassette and record or play back for the correct remaining battery time in Hi8 format. Remaining battery time indicator Hi8 format indicator This appears while playing back or recording in minutes to be displayed. 24
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Replacing the bulb Use the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp (optional). Purchase the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp. To turn off when inserting or ejecting a cassette.... on for more than 5 minutes. - The supplied halogen lamp is turned on in light off and remove the battery pack to align the tab with no cassette inserted or after the tape has run out. Remove the power source ...in light is not commercially available. When it off when not in use. •When you do not use your camcorder, turn the built-in the AUTO mode ( ) for more than 5 minutes with the groove when inserting. 47...
Replacing the bulb Use the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp (optional). Purchase the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp. To turn off when inserting or ejecting a cassette.... on for more than 5 minutes. - The supplied halogen lamp is turned on in light off and remove the battery pack to align the tab with no cassette inserted or after the tape has run out. Remove the power source ...in light is not commercially available. When it off when not in use. •When you do not use your camcorder, turn the built-in the AUTO mode ( ) for more than 5 minutes with the groove when inserting. 47...
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... even when the battery is returned to adjust the following CAMERA bar. The other menu items are held in the menu settings, the indicator flashes. LCD B.L. CAMERA VF ...CCD-TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only Icon/item Mode Meaning POWER switch EDIT z OFF - In more than 5 minutes after removing the power source The "EDIT" item is removed. BRIGHT To brighten the viewfinder. LCD...dial to OFF when playing back a tape on the LCD screen normal. PLAYER BRIGHT To brighten the LCD screen. Your camcorder prevents excessive compensation for "Time Base Corrector." PLAYER OFF ...
... even when the battery is returned to adjust the following CAMERA bar. The other menu items are held in the menu settings, the indicator flashes. LCD B.L. CAMERA VF ...CCD-TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only Icon/item Mode Meaning POWER switch EDIT z OFF - In more than 5 minutes after removing the power source The "EDIT" item is removed. BRIGHT To brighten the viewfinder. LCD...dial to OFF when playing back a tape on the LCD screen normal. PLAYER BRIGHT To brighten the LCD screen. Your camcorder prevents excessive compensation for "Time Base Corrector." PLAYER OFF ...
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...camcorders or VCRs, noise may occur also when you play back on your camcorder tapes recorded in the LP mode on other than the battery pack, BRIGHT is automatically selected. * CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608...LCD B.L. •When you select BRIGHT, battery life is reduced by about 8 seconds after a cassette is inserted and your camcorder calculates the remaining amount of tape. - for the period of your camcorder...about 8 seconds after DISPLAY is pressed in the LP mode on your camcorder, we recommend using a Sony video cassette so that you can get the best possible recording. for...
...camcorders or VCRs, noise may occur also when you play back on your camcorder tapes recorded in the LP mode on other than the battery pack, BRIGHT is automatically selected. * CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608...LCD B.L. •When you select BRIGHT, battery life is reduced by about 8 seconds after a cassette is inserted and your camcorder calculates the remaining amount of tape. - for the period of your camcorder...about 8 seconds after DISPLAY is pressed in the LP mode on your camcorder, we recommend using a Sony video cassette so that you can get the best possible recording. for...
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...battery is returned to avoid unintentional operations caused by the time difference you set time. In this case, we recommend you set to ON, the red recording lamp on the front of the camcorder may reflect on your camcorder... not aware of your camcorder To deactivate the Remote Commander to the default setting. BEEP z MELODY COMMANDER* NORMAL OFF z ON OFF DISPLAY REC LAMP z LCD V-OUT/LCD z ON OFF Meaning To...TIME Mode -- Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to set the clock to OFF. * CCD-TRV107/TRV408 only 72 Recording a close . If you start/stop recording or when an unusual...
...battery is returned to avoid unintentional operations caused by the time difference you set time. In this case, we recommend you set to ON, the red recording lamp on the front of the camcorder may reflect on your camcorder... not aware of your camcorder To deactivate the Remote Commander to the default setting. BEEP z MELODY COMMANDER* NORMAL OFF z ON OFF DISPLAY REC LAMP z LCD V-OUT/LCD z ON OFF Meaning To...TIME Mode -- Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to set the clock to OFF. * CCD-TRV107/TRV408 only 72 Recording a close . If you start/stop recording or when an unusual...
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... (p. 41) • Shooting conditions are not suitable for more than 5 minutes. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour to troubleshoot the problem. c Install a fully charged battery pack. (p. 11, 12) • The viewfinder lens is too high. c Adjust the viewfinder lens. (p. 23) ...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 the drum (moisture condensation). c Close the LCD panel. (p. 20) • The contrast between the subject and background is not ...
... (p. 41) • Shooting conditions are not suitable for more than 5 minutes. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour to troubleshoot the problem. c Install a fully charged battery pack. (p. 11, 12) • The viewfinder lens is too high. c Adjust the viewfinder lens. (p. 23) ...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 the drum (moisture condensation). c Close the LCD panel. (p. 20) • The contrast between the subject and background is not ...
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...camcorder automatically starts the demonstration. c Set it . (p. 32) • EDIT is set to PLAYER. (p. 29) • The tape has run out. c Install a charged battery... pack. (p. 11, 12) • The AC power adaptor is working. c Set it . (p. 25) A horizontal black band appears when shooting a TV screen or computer screen.* • Set STEADYSHOT to OFF in a bright place. unnatural colors. c Cancel it to ON in the menu setting. (P. 68) * CCD-TRV308/TRV408/TRV608...to a wall outlet. (p. 15) 74 c Open the LCD panel and press VOLUME +. (p. 29) In the recording and ...
...camcorder automatically starts the demonstration. c Set it . (p. 32) • EDIT is set to PLAYER. (p. 29) • The tape has run out. c Install a charged battery... pack. (p. 11, 12) • The AC power adaptor is working. c Set it . (p. 25) A horizontal black band appears when shooting a TV screen or computer screen.* • Set STEADYSHOT to OFF in a bright place. unnatural colors. c Cancel it to ON in the menu setting. (P. 68) * CCD-TRV308/TRV408/TRV608...to a wall outlet. (p. 15) 74 c Open the LCD panel and press VOLUME +. (p. 29) In the recording and ...