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...for years to temperatures above 60°C (140°F) such as in a car parked in this manual could void your authority to use. For customers in the literature accompanying the appliance. LITHIUM ION BATTERY. You can capture life's precious moments with advanced features, but at... the same time it is very easy to operate this Sony Handycam VisionTM camcorder. You will soon be producing home video that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in ...
...for years to temperatures above 60°C (140°F) such as in a car parked in this manual could void your authority to use. For customers in the literature accompanying the appliance. LITHIUM ION BATTERY. You can capture life's precious moments with advanced features, but at... the same time it is very easy to operate this Sony Handycam VisionTM camcorder. You will soon be producing home video that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in ...
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These limits are designed to radio communications. This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in CANADA CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC .... - Connect the equipment into an outlet on , the user is encouraged to try to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the limits for help. However, there is connected. - If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the...
These limits are designed to radio communications. This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in CANADA CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC .... - Connect the equipment into an outlet on , the user is encouraged to try to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the limits for help. However, there is connected. - If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the...
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... Wide mode (p. 34) •Playing back the picture on a TV without connecting a cord •Recording with the date/time SUPER LASER LINK (p. 33) (CCD-TRV98 only) Date and time (p. 27) •Enhancing old tapes ORC [MENU] (p. 54) Functions to use after recording (in the playback mode) •Correcting jitter TBC [MENU] (p. 53) •Correcting color...
... Wide mode (p. 34) •Playing back the picture on a TV without connecting a cord •Recording with the date/time SUPER LASER LINK (p. 33) (CCD-TRV98 only) Date and time (p. 27) •Enhancing old tapes ORC [MENU] (p. 54) Functions to use after recording (in the playback mode) •Correcting jitter TBC [MENU] (p. 53) •Correcting color...
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...battery pack 12 Connecting to a wall outlet 16 Step 2 Setting the date and time ........ 17 Step 3 Inserting a cassette 19 Recording - Picture effect 38 Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 39 Adjusting the exposure manually ...... 41 Focusing manually 42 Superimposing a title 43 Making your camcorder abroad 66... and precautions 67 Specifications 72 Quick Reference Identifying the parts and controls ...... 73 Index Back cover Advanced Recording Operations Using the wide mode 34 Using the fader function 36 Using special effects - BACK LIGHT 25 Shooting in light 47 5 Basics...
...battery pack 12 Connecting to a wall outlet 16 Step 2 Setting the date and time ........ 17 Step 3 Inserting a cassette 19 Recording - Picture effect 38 Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 39 Adjusting the exposure manually ...... 41 Focusing manually 42 Superimposing a title 43 Making your camcorder abroad 66... and precautions 67 Specifications 72 Quick Reference Identifying the parts and controls ...... 73 Index Back cover Advanced Recording Operations Using the wide mode 34 Using the fader function 36 Using special effects - BACK LIGHT 25 Shooting in light 47 5 Basics...
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Open the DC IN jack cover. Close the lid of the cassette compartment, and press EJECT. Connecting the power cord (p. 16) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. The cassette compartment automatically goes down. Connect the plug with its v mark facing up . 3 Close the cassette compartment by pressing the mark on ...
Open the DC IN jack cover. Close the lid of the cassette compartment, and press EJECT. Connecting the power cord (p. 16) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. The cassette compartment automatically goes down. Connect the plug with its v mark facing up . 3 Close the cassette compartment by pressing the mark on ...
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...against its eyecup. Your camcorder starts recording. OFF (CHARGE) PLAYER POWER CAMERA Viewfinder When the LCD panel is set the clock setting before recording (p. 17). PLAY 1 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. When you want to record the date and time for a picture...screen (p. 29) 2 Press m to start playback. To stop recording, press the red button again. The picture in the viewfinder is black and white. If you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is closed, use the viewfinder placing your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the LCD ...
...against its eyecup. Your camcorder starts recording. OFF (CHARGE) PLAYER POWER CAMERA Viewfinder When the LCD panel is set the clock setting before recording (p. 17). PLAY 1 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. When you want to record the date and time for a picture...screen (p. 29) 2 Press m to start playback. To stop recording, press the red button again. The picture in the viewfinder is black and white. If you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is closed, use the viewfinder placing your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the LCD ...
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...bottom of differences CCDRemote sensor Digital zoom SUPER LASER LINK SteadyShot z Provided - Otherwise, the model name is the model used for example, "CCD-TRV98 only." - Getting started - Set the POWER switch to country. Any differences in operation are clearly indicated in the ...× - z TRV98 z 560× z z Note on a TV, you can hear a beep sound to indicate that the operation is being carried out. Before you read through this manual, buttons and settings on your recordings on TV color systems TV color systems differ from country to CAMERA. Types of your camcorder...
...bottom of differences CCDRemote sensor Digital zoom SUPER LASER LINK SteadyShot z Provided - Otherwise, the model name is the model used for example, "CCD-TRV98 only." - Getting started - Set the POWER switch to country. Any differences in operation are clearly indicated in the ...× - z TRV98 z 560× z z Note on a TV, you can hear a beep sound to indicate that the operation is being carried out. Before you read through this manual, buttons and settings on your recordings on TV color systems TV color systems differ from country to CAMERA. Types of your camcorder...
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... are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in low light conditions such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. • Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. Getting started Using this malfunction cannot be some tiny black points and/or bright...
... are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in low light conditions such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. • Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. Getting started Using this malfunction cannot be some tiny black points and/or bright...
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BATT RELEASE 11 Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Install the battery pack to use your camcorder outdoors. 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 11 Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Install the battery pack to use your camcorder outdoors. 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 .
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... page 65 for your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the plug's v mark facing up . Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after charging it for more information about "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor... supplied with your camcorder. When the CHG lamp goes out, the charging is completed. 4 POWER PLAYER OFF (CHARGE) CAMERA CHG lamp 1 2 After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC power adaptor from the DC IN jack on your camcorder. 12
... page 65 for your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the plug's v mark facing up . Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after charging it for more information about "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor... supplied with your camcorder. When the CHG lamp goes out, the charging is completed. 4 POWER PLAYER OFF (CHARGE) CAMERA CHG lamp 1 2 After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC power adaptor from the DC IN jack on your camcorder. 12
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... go off although the battery remaining indicator indicates that the indication on the battery remaining indicator is not to be used for a long time, charge the battery pack fully, and then use it until it fully discharges again. The battery pack is wrong with the metal parts of the DC plug of...
... go off although the battery remaining indicator indicates that the indication on the battery remaining indicator is not to be used for a long time, charge the battery pack fully, and then use it until it fully discharges again. The battery pack is wrong with the metal parts of the DC plug of...
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... 50 160 90 195 105 325 180 395 215 515 285 610 335 720 395 CCD-TRV98 Battery pack NP-F330 (supplied) NP-F530 NP-F550 NP-F730 NP-F730H/F750 NP-F930 NP-F950 NP-F960 Recording with the viewfinder Continuous* Typical** 140 75 245 135 280 155 500 275 580... 155 85 190 105 315 175 385 210 495 270 590 325 700 385 Approximate number of minutes when recording while you use your camcorder in a cold environment. ** Approximate number of minutes when you repeat recording start/ stop, zooming and turning the power on/off. The battery life will be shorter. 14
... 50 160 90 195 105 325 180 395 215 515 285 610 335 720 395 CCD-TRV98 Battery pack NP-F330 (supplied) NP-F530 NP-F550 NP-F730 NP-F730H/F750 NP-F930 NP-F950 NP-F960 Recording with the viewfinder Continuous* Typical** 140 75 245 135 280 155 500 275 580... 155 85 190 105 315 175 385 210 495 270 590 325 700 385 Approximate number of minutes when recording while you use your camcorder in a cold environment. ** Approximate number of minutes when you repeat recording start/ stop, zooming and turning the power on/off. The battery life will be shorter. 14
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... only with LCD closed 145 260 295 525 610 825 930 1090 CCD-TRV98 Battery pack NP-F330 (supplied) NP-F530 NP-F550 NP-F730...700 Playing time with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery. Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Playing time CCD-TRV49/TRV58/TRV68/TRV78 Battery pack NP-F330 (supplied) NP-F530 NP-F550 NP-F730 NP-F730H/...1090 Approximate number of Sony Corporation. 15 What is compatible with compatible electronic equipment. The "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of minutes when you use a fully charged battery pack The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a...
... only with LCD closed 145 260 295 525 610 825 930 1090 CCD-TRV98 Battery pack NP-F330 (supplied) NP-F530 NP-F550 NP-F730...700 Playing time with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery. Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Playing time CCD-TRV49/TRV58/TRV68/TRV78 Battery pack NP-F330 (supplied) NP-F530 NP-F550 NP-F730 NP-F730H/...1090 Approximate number of Sony Corporation. 15 What is compatible with compatible electronic equipment. The "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of minutes when you use a fully charged battery pack The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a...
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... power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. 1 2, 3 PRECAUTION The set itself has been turned off the power. Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). 16 Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you power it is connected to the wall outlet...
... power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. 1 2, 3 PRECAUTION The set itself has been turned off the power. Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). 16 Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you power it is connected to the wall outlet...
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... date and time Set the date and time settings when you do not use your camcorder for about 4 months, the date and time settings may be released (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable lithium cell in CAMERA mode, press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial... to select , then press the dial. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CLOCK SET, then press the dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to make the menu disappear. If you use your camcorder...
... date and time Set the date and time settings when you do not use your camcorder for about 4 months, the date and time settings may be released (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable lithium cell in CAMERA mode, press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial... to select , then press the dial. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CLOCK SET, then press the dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to make the menu disappear. If you use your camcorder...
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... the date and time. - Press DATE (or TIME) and then press TIME (or DATE) to ON in the menu settings. The date is automatically recorded for noon. Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your local time before you set AUTO DATE to OFF once and set it...time indicator disappears. This function works only once a day. Press DATE and/or TIME again. you use your camcorder for the first time, turn it back to simultaneously display the date and time indicator. you start recording (Auto date function). However, the date may automatically appear more than once a day if: - ...
... the date and time. - Press DATE (or TIME) and then press TIME (or DATE) to ON in the menu settings. The date is automatically recorded for noon. Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your local time before you set AUTO DATE to OFF once and set it...time indicator disappears. This function works only once a day. Press DATE and/or TIME again. you use your camcorder for the first time, turn it back to simultaneously display the date and time indicator. you start recording (Auto date function). However, the date may automatically appear more than once a day if: - ...
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... camcorder by pressing the mark on the cassette to record in step 3. Note • Do not press the cassette compartment down . (5) Close the lid of the cassette compartment. 2 3 EJECT 4,5 To eject a cassette Follow the procedure above, and eject the cassette in the Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassettes . (1) Prepare the power supply (p. 11). (2) Open the...
... camcorder by pressing the mark on the cassette to record in step 3. Note • Do not press the cassette compartment down . (5) Close the lid of the cassette compartment. 2 3 EJECT 4,5 To eject a cassette Follow the procedure above, and eject the cassette in the Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassettes . (1) Prepare the power supply (p. 11). (2) Open the...
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... resume the standby mode, set the counter to OFF (CHARGE). To set the POWER switch to CAMERA again. After using your camcorder Remove the battery pack from your camcorder. Basics Recording a picture Note Fasten the grip strap firmly. If you change the battery pack, set it vertically until it clicks,...Mirror mode). 180° 90° When closing the LCD panel, set the POWER switch to 0:00:00 Press COUNTER RESET (p. 76). After recording (1) Set the POWER switch to the lens side. Adjusting the LCD screen The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the viewfinder side and about...
... resume the standby mode, set the counter to OFF (CHARGE). To set the POWER switch to CAMERA again. After using your camcorder Remove the battery pack from your camcorder. Basics Recording a picture Note Fasten the grip strap firmly. If you change the battery pack, set it vertically until it clicks,...Mirror mode). 180° 90° When closing the LCD panel, set the POWER switch to 0:00:00 Press COUNTER RESET (p. 76). After recording (1) Set the POWER switch to the lens side. Adjusting the LCD screen The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the viewfinder side and about...
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...8226;The date appears mirror-reversed when the auto date function is a mirror-image. However, the picture will be normal when recorded. However, the date will be normal when recorded. LCD SET LCD BR I GHT MENU [ MENU ] : END LCD screen backlight You can adjust the brightness of the ...happens, we recommend that you adjust the LCD screen backlight The recorded picture will not be difficult to see. Select LCD B.L. Even if you use the LCD screen outdoors in the menu settings (p. 53). Recording a picture Note When using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode DATE and TIME...
...8226;The date appears mirror-reversed when the auto date function is a mirror-image. However, the picture will be normal when recorded. However, the date will be normal when recorded. LCD SET LCD BR I GHT MENU [ MENU ] : END LCD screen backlight You can adjust the brightness of the ...happens, we recommend that you adjust the LCD screen backlight The recorded picture will not be difficult to see. Select LCD B.L. Even if you use the LCD screen outdoors in the menu settings (p. 53). Recording a picture Note When using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode DATE and TIME...
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Recording a picture Using the zoom feature Move the power zoom lever a little for wide-angle (subject appears farther away) W T WT W T Recording - The digital zooming zone appears when you cannot get a sharp focus, move the power zoom lever to function when zoom exceeds 20×. • The ... Zoom greater than 20× is sharp. When you shoot close to a subject If you select the digital zoom power in D ZOOM in better-looking recordings. Using the zoom function sparingly results in the menu settings.
Recording a picture Using the zoom feature Move the power zoom lever a little for wide-angle (subject appears farther away) W T WT W T Recording - The digital zooming zone appears when you cannot get a sharp focus, move the power zoom lever to function when zoom exceeds 20×. • The ... Zoom greater than 20× is sharp. When you shoot close to a subject If you select the digital zoom power in D ZOOM in better-looking recordings. Using the zoom function sparingly results in the menu settings.