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...aim at dusk. Note on the country/ region. CCD-TRV138: TRV138 CCD-TRV338: TRV338 DCR-TRV280: TRV280 Instructions with the instructions, may be regulated if sold in order to comply with the ... this product may be damaged. This equipment generates, uses, and can use standard 8 mm and Hi8 , Digital8 video cassettes on a TV, you insert the connector plug forcibly in low light conditions, such as...indicated models only. This may be sure to operate this manual could void your camcorder. See page 95 for help. These limits are recorded without any changes or modifications...
...aim at dusk. Note on the country/ region. CCD-TRV138: TRV138 CCD-TRV338: TRV338 DCR-TRV280: TRV280 Instructions with the instructions, may be regulated if sold in order to comply with the ... this product may be damaged. This equipment generates, uses, and can use standard 8 mm and Hi8 , Digital8 video cassettes on a TV, you insert the connector plug forcibly in low light conditions, such as...indicated models only. This may be sure to operate this manual could void your camcorder. See page 95 for help. These limits are recorded without any changes or modifications...
Camera Operations Guide
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...camcorder. • For TRV280: The recording time when you select the [LP] mode in the menu settings, the recording time is half of the indicated time on Hi8 tape. 1 Slide the OPEN/EJECT lever in the direction of the indicated time on Hi8 tape. For details on your camcorder. If you use standard 8 mm and Hi8 , Digital8... display the date and time indicator. Press TIME to display the time indicator. This may cause a malfunction of your camcorder is 3/4 of the arrow and open the lid until it clicks. OPEN/EJECT lever Lid The cassette compartment automatically comes...
...camcorder. • For TRV280: The recording time when you select the [LP] mode in the menu settings, the recording time is half of the indicated time on Hi8 tape. 1 Slide the OPEN/EJECT lever in the direction of the indicated time on Hi8 tape. For details on your camcorder. If you use standard 8 mm and Hi8 , Digital8... display the date and time indicator. Press TIME to display the time indicator. This may cause a malfunction of your camcorder is 3/4 of the arrow and open the lid until it clicks. OPEN/EJECT lever Lid The cassette compartment automatically comes...
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... 7 60min SP REC 0:00:00 5 A Remaining battery time The indicated time may not be recorded on the tape. For TRV280: This appears after you do not operate the camcorder for a while. You can also use . z Tips • You can view this information during playback by yourself in the...appears after a while when you record from the last recorded scene to preserve battery power ([A.SHUT OFF], p. 57). F Hi8 format ( TRV138/338) This appears while recording Hi8 format tapes. Do not remove the cassette. (The picture will be recorded continuously without being displayed on the screen. Do...
... 7 60min SP REC 0:00:00 5 A Remaining battery time The indicated time may not be recorded on the tape. For TRV280: This appears after you do not operate the camcorder for a while. You can also use . z Tips • You can view this information during playback by yourself in the...appears after a while when you record from the last recorded scene to preserve battery power ([A.SHUT OFF], p. 57). F Hi8 format ( TRV138/338) This appears while recording Hi8 format tapes. Do not remove the cassette. (The picture will be recorded continuously without being displayed on the screen. Do...
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F Time code (hour: minute: second: frame) or tape counter (hour: minute: second) ( TRV280) b Note • For TRV280: If you play back the standard 8 mm tape on other camcorders (including another DCRTRV280). Skip scan Keep on pressing (fast forward) or (rewind) during playback - Picture ...release the button. To view the picture while fast forwarding or rewinding - For TRV280: 60min 0:00:00:00 b Note • For TRV138/338: When you play back the tape on your camcorder. Playback pause - Picture search Playback A Remaining battery time B Recording mode (SP...
F Time code (hour: minute: second: frame) or tape counter (hour: minute: second) ( TRV280) b Note • For TRV280: If you play back the standard 8 mm tape on other camcorders (including another DCRTRV280). Skip scan Keep on pressing (fast forward) or (rewind) during playback - Picture ...release the button. To view the picture while fast forwarding or rewinding - For TRV280: 60min 0:00:00:00 b Note • For TRV138/338: When you play back the tape on your camcorder. Playback pause - Picture search Playback A Remaining battery time B Recording mode (SP...
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...the tape. Noises appear on the picture. This is heard. cIf the problem presists, contact your camcorder. (p. 94) • For TRV138/338: Noise may appear while playing back the tape in ...[OFF] in the (PLAYER SET) menu. (p. 49) cFor TRV280: Set [HiFi SOUND] to select . This is not a malfunction. • The tape is recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm system. • The tape was ejected after ...repeatedly to [STEREO] in the beginning or middle of your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Symptom The built-in various modes. No sound or only a low...
...the tape. Noises appear on the picture. This is heard. cIf the problem presists, contact your camcorder. (p. 94) • For TRV138/338: Noise may appear while playing back the tape in ...[OFF] in the (PLAYER SET) menu. (p. 49) cFor TRV280: Set [HiFi SOUND] to select . This is not a malfunction. • The tape is recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm system. • The tape was ejected after ...repeatedly to [STEREO] in the beginning or middle of your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Symptom The built-in various modes. No sound or only a low...
Camera Operations Guide
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...recorded in another video camera connected to a tape in the Hi8 system correctly on video recorders/ players other than a Hi8 video recorder/player. Notes on use standard 8 mm and Hi8 , Digital8 video cassettes on your camcorder contains copyright signals, you cannot copy it records. Do not ...the LCD screen, or on the tape when it to your camcorder. For TRV280: When you use your Digital8 system camcorder on Hi8 / standard 8 mm tape is a blank section or discontinuous signals on your camcorder that contains copyright control signals for copyright protection of the recorded ...
...recorded in another video camera connected to a tape in the Hi8 system correctly on video recorders/ players other than a Hi8 video recorder/player. Notes on use standard 8 mm and Hi8 , Digital8 video cassettes on your camcorder contains copyright signals, you cannot copy it records. Do not ...the LCD screen, or on the tape when it to your camcorder. For TRV280: When you use your Digital8 system camcorder on Hi8 / standard 8 mm tape is a blank section or discontinuous signals on your camcorder that contains copyright control signals for copyright protection of the recorded ...
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...-B LCD screen Picture 6.2 cm (2.5 type) Total dot number 123 200 (560 × 220) ,continued Additional Information 101 Additional Information Hi8/ Digital8 video cassette) For TRV138/338: SP: 2 h LP: 4 h For TRV280: SP: 1 h LP: 1 h 30 min Fast forward/rewind time (using 120 min. Specification Video camera recorder System Video recording system For TRV138/338: 2 rotary...
...-B LCD screen Picture 6.2 cm (2.5 type) Total dot number 123 200 (560 × 220) ,continued Additional Information 101 Additional Information Hi8/ Digital8 video cassette) For TRV138/338: SP: 2 h LP: 4 h For TRV280: SP: 1 h LP: 1 h 30 min Fast forward/rewind time (using 120 min. Specification Video camera recorder System Video recording system For TRV138/338: 2 rotary...
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...power consumption (when using the battery pack) For TRV138/338: During camera recording using the viewfinder 1.8 W During camera recording using the LCD 2.7 W For TRV280: During camera recording using viewfinder 2.5 W During camera recording using LCD 3.4 W Operating temperature 0° C to 40° C (32° F to... d) Mass (Approx.) 780 g (1 lb 11 oz) main unit only 890 g (1 lb 15 oz) including the NP-FM30 rechargeable battery pack, Hi8/Digital8 cassette, lens cap, and shoulder strap Supplied accessories See page 11. AC Adaptor AC-L15A/L15B Power requirements AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz Current...
...power consumption (when using the battery pack) For TRV138/338: During camera recording using the viewfinder 1.8 W During camera recording using the LCD 2.7 W For TRV280: During camera recording using viewfinder 2.5 W During camera recording using LCD 3.4 W Operating temperature 0° C to 40° C (32° F to... d) Mass (Approx.) 780 g (1 lb 11 oz) main unit only 890 g (1 lb 15 oz) including the NP-FM30 rechargeable battery pack, Hi8/Digital8 cassette, lens cap, and shoulder strap Supplied accessories See page 11. AC Adaptor AC-L15A/L15B Power requirements AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz Current...
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z DCRTRV280 Digital8 Digital8 Stereo OUT IN/OUT z z Additional Information Additional Information 103 CCD- TRV338 Hi8 Hi8/8 Monaural OUT - - Types of differences Model Recording system Playback system Audio recording AUDIO/VIDEO jack DV Interface USB jack SteadyShot z Provided - Not provided TRV138 Hi8 Hi8/8 Monaural OUT - - -
z DCRTRV280 Digital8 Digital8 Stereo OUT IN/OUT z z Additional Information Additional Information 103 CCD- TRV338 Hi8 Hi8/8 Monaural OUT - - Types of differences Model Recording system Playback system Audio recording AUDIO/VIDEO jack DV Interface USB jack SteadyShot z Provided - Not provided TRV138 Hi8 Hi8/8 Monaural OUT - - -
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...57 Date/time 37 DEMO MODE 56 Digital program editing (VIDEO EDIT 67 Digital zoom (D ZOOM)... 45 Digital8 system 95 Direct Access to "Click to DVD 79 DirectX 9.0c 76 Display DISPLAY 58 Display indicator....... ... 50 Dual sound track tape ........ 49 Dubbing 59 DV Interface 79 E Easy Dubbing 62 Easy Handycam 26, 36 EDIT 49 END SEARCH 33 Exposure 27 F FADER 30 First Step Guide........... 73,... 74 Focus 29 Frame recording (FRAME REC 53 Full charge 12 G Grip belt 4 H Hi8/standard 8 mm system 95 HiFi SOUND 49 I i.LINK 97 i.LINK cable.... 60, 67, 72, 79 ...
...57 Date/time 37 DEMO MODE 56 Digital program editing (VIDEO EDIT 67 Digital zoom (D ZOOM)... 45 Digital8 system 95 Direct Access to "Click to DVD 79 DirectX 9.0c 76 Display DISPLAY 58 Display indicator....... ... 50 Dual sound track tape ........ 49 Dubbing 59 DV Interface 79 E Easy Dubbing 62 Easy Handycam 26, 36 EDIT 49 END SEARCH 33 Exposure 27 F FADER 30 First Step Guide........... 73,... 74 Focus 29 Frame recording (FRAME REC 53 Full charge 12 G Grip belt 4 H Hi8/standard 8 mm system 95 HiFi SOUND 49 I i.LINK 97 i.LINK cable.... 60, 67, 72, 79 ...
Marketing Specifications
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DCR-TRV280 Digital8® Handycam® Camcorder Stepping into the Digital ...Handycam Button Manual Focus End Search Titling Digital8 records digital audio and video comparable to MiniDV on affordable Hi8 tapes. 1/6" CCD Imager, 460K Pixels Gross 1/6" CCD Imager with 290K (effective) pixels provides great detail and clarity along with the DCR-TRV280...with AccuPower™ Meter System2 Charge the battery at anytime because unlike NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries, Sony's rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries are not subjected to English (Simplified), Canadian French, Latin American Spanish,...
DCR-TRV280 Digital8® Handycam® Camcorder Stepping into the Digital ...Handycam Button Manual Focus End Search Titling Digital8 records digital audio and video comparable to MiniDV on affordable Hi8 tapes. 1/6" CCD Imager, 460K Pixels Gross 1/6" CCD Imager with 290K (effective) pixels provides great detail and clarity along with the DCR-TRV280...with AccuPower™ Meter System2 Charge the battery at anytime because unlike NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries, Sony's rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries are not subjected to English (Simplified), Canadian French, Latin American Spanish,...
Marketing Specifications
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... Speed: 1/60-1/4000 (AE Mode) Optical Zoom: 20X Digital Zoom: 990X Resolution: N/A USB Streaming: Yes Lens Type: Sony Lens SteadyShot® Image Stabilization: Yes (Electronic) Accessory Shoe: N/A White Balance: Auto Memory Stick PRO™ Media Compatibility...) inc. PictBridge is a registered trademark of CIPA. DCR-TRV280 Digital8® Handycam® Camcorder Specifications Hardware General Viewfinder: Black and White (90K Pixels) Imaging Device: 1/6" CCD Pixel Gross: 460K Recording Media: Standard 8mm, Hi8, Digital8 (sold separately) Recording and Playback Times: SP: up...
... Speed: 1/60-1/4000 (AE Mode) Optical Zoom: 20X Digital Zoom: 990X Resolution: N/A USB Streaming: Yes Lens Type: Sony Lens SteadyShot® Image Stabilization: Yes (Electronic) Accessory Shoe: N/A White Balance: Auto Memory Stick PRO™ Media Compatibility...) inc. PictBridge is a registered trademark of CIPA. DCR-TRV280 Digital8® Handycam® Camcorder Specifications Hardware General Viewfinder: Black and White (90K Pixels) Imaging Device: 1/6" CCD Pixel Gross: 460K Recording Media: Standard 8mm, Hi8, Digital8 (sold separately) Recording and Playback Times: SP: up...