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Serial No. CCD-TRV Model No. Model No. CCD-TRV98 CCD-TRV49/TRV58/TRV68/TRV78/ TRV88/TRV98 ©2001 Sony Corporation AC-L Serial No. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. 3-065-648-11 (3) 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-TRV Model No. Model No. CCD-TRV98 CCD-TRV49/TRV58/TRV68/TRV78/ TRV88/TRV98 ©2001 Sony Corporation AC-L Serial No. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. 3-065-648-11 (3) 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.
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...-screen TV 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...
...-screen TV 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...
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...to country. z TRV88 - 560× - Getting started - Using this manual The instructions in this manual are clearly indicated in the table below. Not provided TRV49 z 450× - - z TRV98 z 560× z z Note on your camcorder are shown in the illustrations. - The CCD-TRV98 is indicated ...in capital letters. Otherwise, the model name is the model used for example, "CCD-TRV98 only." TRV68 - 460× - When you carry out an operation,...
...to country. z TRV88 - 560× - Getting started - Using this manual The instructions in this manual are clearly indicated in the table below. Not provided TRV49 z 450× - - z TRV98 z 560× z z Note on your camcorder are shown in the illustrations. - The CCD-TRV98 is indicated ...in capital letters. Otherwise, the model name is the model used for example, "CCD-TRV98 only." TRV68 - 460× - When you carry out an operation,...
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Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 78) CCD-TRV49/TRV78/TRV98 only 4 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 78) CCD-TRV49/TRV78/TRV98 only 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 12) 3 NP-F330 battery pack (1) (p. 11, 12) 5 A/V connecting cable...
Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 78) CCD-TRV49/TRV78/TRV98 only 4 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 78) CCD-TRV49/TRV78/TRV98 only 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 12) 3 NP-F330 battery pack (1) (p. 11, 12) 5 A/V connecting cable...
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... Continuous* Typical** 120 65 205 110 240 130 410 225 490 270 650 355 750 410 880 485 CCD-TRV88 Battery pack NP-F330 (supplied) NP-F530 NP-F550 NP-F730 NP-F730H/F750 NP-F930 NP-F950...Continuous* Typical** 95 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...at 25°C (77°F). 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/ stop, zooming and turning the power ...
... Continuous* Typical** 120 65 205 110 240 130 410 225 490 270 650 355 750 410 880 485 CCD-TRV88 Battery pack NP-F330 (supplied) NP-F530 NP-F550 NP-F730 NP-F730H/F750 NP-F930 NP-F950...Continuous* Typical** 95 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...at 25°C (77°F). 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/ stop, zooming and turning the power ...
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...a fully charged battery pack The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment. "InfoLITHIUM" L series battery packs have the mark. "InfoLITHIUM" is "InfoLITHIUM"? Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (L series). This unit is a lithium... 205 240 410 490 650 750 880 Playing time with LCD closed 145 260 295 525 610 825 930 1090 CCD-TRV88 Battery pack NP-F330 (supplied) NP-F530 NP-F550 NP-F730 NP-F730H/F750 NP-F930 NP-F950 NP-...time with LCD closed 145 260 295 525 610 825 930 1090 Approximate number of Sony Corporation. 15
...a fully charged battery pack The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment. "InfoLITHIUM" L series battery packs have the mark. "InfoLITHIUM" is "InfoLITHIUM"? Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (L series). This unit is a lithium... 205 240 410 490 650 750 880 Playing time with LCD closed 145 260 295 525 610 825 930 1090 CCD-TRV88 Battery pack NP-F330 (supplied) NP-F530 NP-F550 NP-F730 NP-F730H/F750 NP-F930 NP-F950 NP-...time with LCD closed 145 260 295 525 610 825 930 1090 Approximate number of Sony Corporation. 15
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Playback - You can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder (CCD-TRV49/TRV78/TRV98 only). (1) Install the power source and insert the recorded tape. (2) Set the POWER switch to PLAYER while pressing the small green button. (3) ... panel while pressing OPEN. (4) Press m to rewind the tape. (5) Press N to start playback. (6) To adjust the volume, press either of the two buttons on your camcorder is silent when the LCD panel is closed. 4 REW 5 PLAY 2 POWER PLAYER OFF (CHARGE) CAMERA 3 To stop playback Press x. 6 VOLUME 29 Basics - The speaker on...
Playback - You can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder (CCD-TRV49/TRV78/TRV98 only). (1) Install the power source and insert the recorded tape. (2) Set the POWER switch to PLAYER while pressing the small green button. (3) ... panel while pressing OPEN. (4) Press m to rewind the tape. (5) Press N to start playback. (6) To adjust the volume, press either of the two buttons on your camcorder is silent when the LCD panel is closed. 4 REW 5 PLAY 2 POWER PLAYER OFF (CHARGE) CAMERA 3 To stop playback Press x. 6 VOLUME 29 Basics - The speaker on...
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DISPLAY 30 To make the indicators disappear, press DISPLAY again. You can turn the LCD panel over and move it back to the camcorder body with your camcorder. The indicators appear on your camcorder or the Remote Commander (CCD-TRV49/TRV78/ TRV98 only) supplied with the LCD screen facing out [a]. Playing back a tape When monitoring on the LCD screen You can adjust the angle of the LCD panel by lifting the LCD panel up by 23 degrees [b]. [a] [b] 23° To control the display of the screen indicators Press DISPLAY on the LCD screen.
DISPLAY 30 To make the indicators disappear, press DISPLAY again. You can turn the LCD panel over and move it back to the camcorder body with your camcorder. The indicators appear on your camcorder or the Remote Commander (CCD-TRV49/TRV78/ TRV98 only) supplied with the LCD screen facing out [a]. Playing back a tape When monitoring on the LCD screen You can adjust the angle of the LCD panel by lifting the LCD panel up by 23 degrees [b]. [a] [b] 23° To control the display of the screen indicators Press DISPLAY on the LCD screen.
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...playback, press N. In the various playback modes Sound is muted. If slow playback lasts for 5 minutes Your camcorder automatically enters the stop mode. To search the last scene recorded (END SEARCH) Press END SEARCH in the...the picture at slow speed (slow playback) - When you play back a tape recorded in the stop mode. CCD-TRV49/TRV78/TRV98 only Press y on the Remote Commander during playback pause mode, slow playback or picture search. 31...press N. When the playback pause mode lasts for about 1 minute (CCD-TRV49/TRV78/TRV98 only) Your camcorder automatically returns to PLAYER.
...playback, press N. In the various playback modes Sound is muted. If slow playback lasts for 5 minutes Your camcorder automatically enters the stop mode. To search the last scene recorded (END SEARCH) Press END SEARCH in the...the picture at slow speed (slow playback) - When you play back a tape recorded in the stop mode. CCD-TRV49/TRV78/TRV98 only Press y on the Remote Commander during playback pause mode, slow playback or picture search. 31...press N. When the playback pause mode lasts for about 1 minute (CCD-TRV49/TRV78/TRV98 only) Your camcorder automatically returns to PLAYER.
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...the super laser link emitter at the AV cordless IR receiver. Playback - The lamp of your camcorder to VCR. (4) Press SUPER LASER LINK. Basics Viewing the recording on the SUPER LASER LINK button...a trademark of the AV cordless IR receiver. Press SUPER LASER LINK to the operating instructions of Sony Corporation. 33 Adjust the position of SUPER LASER LINK lights up. (5) Press N on your ... VCR, you turn off automatically. The lamp on TV Using the AV cordless IR receiver - CCD-TRV98 only Once you connect the AV cordless IR receiver (optional) to obtain clear playback pictures....
...the super laser link emitter at the AV cordless IR receiver. Playback - The lamp of your camcorder to VCR. (4) Press SUPER LASER LINK. Basics Viewing the recording on the SUPER LASER LINK button...a trademark of the AV cordless IR receiver. Press SUPER LASER LINK to the operating instructions of Sony Corporation. 33 Adjust the position of SUPER LASER LINK lights up. (5) Press N on your ... VCR, you turn off automatically. The lamp on TV Using the AV cordless IR receiver - CCD-TRV98 only Once you connect the AV cordless IR receiver (optional) to obtain clear playback pictures....
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In the wide mode You cannot select the bounce function with FADER. Date or time indicator When you cancel the wide mode, set your camcorder to the standby mode and then set 16:9WIDE to CINEMA or 16:9FULL in (p. 52). If you select 16:9FULL in the menu settings ...when the SteadyShot function is set to 16:9FULL (CCD-TRV68/TRV78/TRV88/TRV98 only) The SteadyShot function does not work. When you record in the 16:9FULL mode, the date or time indicator will be widened...
In the wide mode You cannot select the bounce function with FADER. Date or time indicator When you cancel the wide mode, set your camcorder to the standby mode and then set 16:9WIDE to CINEMA or 16:9FULL in (p. 52). If you select 16:9FULL in the menu settings ...when the SteadyShot function is set to 16:9FULL (CCD-TRV68/TRV78/TRV88/TRV98 only) The SteadyShot function does not work. When you record in the 16:9FULL mode, the date or time indicator will be widened...
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...to OFF, digital zoom is deactivated and up to 20× is performed digitally. (p. 23) (CCD-TRV78/TRV88/TRV98 only) - If you set to 40×/450×, digital zoom is activated and more ... suit your specific shooting requirement (p. 39) To add special effects like those in films or on your camcorder model The menu display may be different from that in the 16:9FULL mode To compensate for camera-shake...is activated and more than 20× to 40×/450× is performed digitally. (p. 23) (CCD-TRV49 only) If you set to OFF, digital zoom is deactivated and up to the position of each ...
...to OFF, digital zoom is deactivated and up to 20× is performed digitally. (p. 23) (CCD-TRV78/TRV88/TRV98 only) - If you set to 40×/450×, digital zoom is activated and more ... suit your specific shooting requirement (p. 39) To add special effects like those in films or on your camcorder model The menu display may be different from that in the 16:9FULL mode To compensate for camera-shake...is activated and more than 20× to 40×/450× is performed digitally. (p. 23) (CCD-TRV49 only) If you set to OFF, digital zoom is deactivated and up to the position of each ...
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...similar machine. Note on the LCD screen with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. When you set the brightness on the SteadyShot function (CCD-TRV68/TRV78/TRV88/TRV98 only) • The SteadyShot function will not correct excessive camera-shake. • Attachment of movement DNR stands for "Digital...) may influence the SteadyShot function. • SteadyShot does not operate in memory even when the battery is automatically selected. 53 Your camcorder prevents excessive compensation for "Time Base Corrector". Set TBC to their default settings. LCD BRIGHT -- If you use power sources other menu...
...similar machine. Note on the LCD screen with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. When you set the brightness on the SteadyShot function (CCD-TRV68/TRV78/TRV88/TRV98 only) • The SteadyShot function will not correct excessive camera-shake. • Attachment of movement DNR stands for "Digital...) may influence the SteadyShot function. • SteadyShot does not operate in memory even when the battery is automatically selected. 53 Your camcorder prevents excessive compensation for "Time Base Corrector". Set TBC to their default settings. LCD BRIGHT -- If you use power sources other menu...
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... To cancel the melody and beep sound To activate the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder CAMERA To turn the camera recording lamp off so that the subject is not aware of the recording * CCD-TRV49/TRV78/TRV98 only 56 CAMERA To output the melody when you start/stop PLAYER ...recording or when an unusual condition occurs CAMERA on the TV screen, LCD screen and viewfinder To light up the camera recording lamp at the front of your camcorder PLAYER CAMERA To...
... To cancel the melody and beep sound To activate the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder CAMERA To turn the camera recording lamp off so that the subject is not aware of the recording * CCD-TRV49/TRV78/TRV98 only 56 CAMERA To output the melody when you start/stop PLAYER ...recording or when an unusual condition occurs CAMERA on the TV screen, LCD screen and viewfinder To light up the camera recording lamp at the front of your camcorder PLAYER CAMERA To...
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...is not a malfunction. c Set it to OFF (CHARGE) or PLAYER. c Clean the heads using your camcorder, use the following page) 57 c Set FOCUS to MANUAL to MANUAL. Types of trouble and their solutions ...run out. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your camcorder has been in CAMERA mode, your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. c Rewind the tape or insert a new one. (p. ...it to ON. (p. 52) • The SteadyShot function does not work . (CCD-TRV68/TRV78/TRV88/ TRV98 only) • STEADYSHOT is too high.
...is not a malfunction. c Set it to OFF (CHARGE) or PLAYER. c Clean the heads using your camcorder, use the following page) 57 c Set FOCUS to MANUAL to MANUAL. Types of trouble and their solutions ...run out. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your camcorder has been in CAMERA mode, your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. c Rewind the tape or insert a new one. (p. ...it to ON. (p. 52) • The SteadyShot function does not work . (CCD-TRV68/TRV78/TRV88/ TRV98 only) • STEADYSHOT is too high.
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... has occurred. c Connect it to ON. (p. 56) • Something is blocking the infrared rays. You cannot charge the battery pack installed to your camcorder. polarities incorrectly matching the + - The melody or beep sounds for at least 1 hour to acclimatize. (p. 67) • Some troubles have occurred in... to OFF (CHARGE) 60 If the functions still do not work . (CCD-TRV49/TRV78/TRV98 only) • COMMANDER is set to OFF (CHARGE) c Set it again, then operate your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. c Insert new ones. (p. 78) The date or time indicator...
... has occurred. c Connect it to ON. (p. 56) • Something is blocking the infrared rays. You cannot charge the battery pack installed to your camcorder. polarities incorrectly matching the + - The melody or beep sounds for at least 1 hour to acclimatize. (p. 67) • Some troubles have occurred in... to OFF (CHARGE) 60 If the functions still do not work . (CCD-TRV49/TRV78/TRV98 only) • COMMANDER is set to OFF (CHARGE) c Set it again, then operate your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. c Insert new ones. (p. 78) The date or time indicator...
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... securely. • Charging while some capacity remains does not affect the original battery capacity. polarities matched to the + - CCD-TRV49/TRV78/TRV98 To avoid possible damage from battery leakage or corrosion, observe the following: • Be sure to insert .... • Keep the battery pack dry. • Do not expose the battery pack to any problem occurs, unplug your camcorder and contact your eyes with the + - If batteries are not using them for a long time. • Do not use... Wipe off with water. • If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your nearest Sony dealer. 71
... securely. • Charging while some capacity remains does not affect the original battery capacity. polarities matched to the + - CCD-TRV49/TRV78/TRV98 To avoid possible damage from battery leakage or corrosion, observe the following: • Be sure to insert .... • Keep the battery pack dry. • Do not expose the battery pack to any problem occurs, unplug your camcorder and contact your eyes with the + - If batteries are not using them for a long time. • Do not use... Wipe off with water. • If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your nearest Sony dealer. 71
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...FM system Audio recording system Rotary heads, FM system Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette 8mm video format cassette Hi8 or standard 8 Recording/playback time (using 120 min. Viewfinder LCD screen Power requirements Electric viewfinder (monochrome) Picture 100 -...V (battery pack) 8.4 V (AC power adaptor) Average power consumption (when using the battery pack) During camera recording using LCD CCD-TRV49/TRV58/TRV68/ TRV78: 2.7 W CCD-TRV88: 3.3 W CCD-TRV98: 3.4 W Viewfinder 2.3W Operating temperature 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Recommended ...
...FM system Audio recording system Rotary heads, FM system Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette 8mm video format cassette Hi8 or standard 8 Recording/playback time (using 120 min. Viewfinder LCD screen Power requirements Electric viewfinder (monochrome) Picture 100 -...V (battery pack) 8.4 V (AC power adaptor) Average power consumption (when using the battery pack) During camera recording using LCD CCD-TRV49/TRV58/TRV68/ TRV78: 2.7 W CCD-TRV88: 3.3 W CCD-TRV98: 3.4 W Viewfinder 2.3W Operating temperature 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Recommended ...
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... Attach the lens cap to the grip strap as illustrated. 74 Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage your camcorder. qj qd Video control buttons (p. 29, 31) x STOP (stop) m REW (rewind) N PLAY (playback) M FF (fastforward) X PAUSE (pause)... qf SUPER LASER LINK button (CCD-TRV98 only) (p. 33) qg Microphone qh Remote sensor (CCD-TRV49/TRV78/ TRV98 only) (p. 78) wa qj Infrared rays emitter (p. 26, 33) qk NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 26) ql Camera recording lamp (p. 20) ...
... Attach the lens cap to the grip strap as illustrated. 74 Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage your camcorder. qj qd Video control buttons (p. 29, 31) x STOP (stop) m REW (rewind) N PLAY (playback) M FF (fastforward) X PAUSE (pause)... qf SUPER LASER LINK button (CCD-TRV98 only) (p. 33) qg Microphone qh Remote sensor (CCD-TRV49/TRV78/ TRV98 only) (p. 78) wa qj Infrared rays emitter (p. 26, 33) qk NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 26) ql Camera recording lamp (p. 20) ...
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...Commander Insert 2 size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and - Notes on your camcorder after turning on the Remote Commander •Point the remote sensor away from other Sony VCRs to the + - CCD-TRV49/TRV78/TRV98 only The buttons that have the same name on the batteries to avoid ...remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in the commander mode VTR 2. polarities on the Remote...
...Commander Insert 2 size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and - Notes on your camcorder after turning on the Remote Commander •Point the remote sensor away from other Sony VCRs to the + - CCD-TRV49/TRV78/TRV98 only The buttons that have the same name on the batteries to avoid ...remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in the commander mode VTR 2. polarities on the Remote...