Service Manual
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...:E,HK/TRV46PK • Abbreviation Brazilian model is already installed in your camcorder. 5 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) CCD-TR516/TR516PK/TR716 CCD-TRV36/TRV36PK/TRV43/TRV46/TRV46PK 6 A / V connecting cable (1) 7 Shoulder strap (1) 8 Video P6-15P HB tape CCD-TR416: US/TR516: US/TR716:US CCD-TRV16:US/TRV36:US/TRV43:US/TRV46:US 9 2 pin conversion adaptor...
...:E,HK/TRV46PK • Abbreviation Brazilian model is already installed in your camcorder. 5 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) CCD-TR516/TR516PK/TR716 CCD-TRV36/TRV36PK/TRV43/TRV46/TRV46PK 6 A / V connecting cable (1) 7 Shoulder strap (1) 8 Video P6-15P HB tape CCD-TR416: US/TR516: US/TR716:US CCD-TRV16:US/TRV36:US/TRV43:US/TRV46:US 9 2 pin conversion adaptor...
Service Manual
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...lithium battery in the camcoder 1-13 Resetting the date and time 1-14 Simple setting of CCD-TRV36/TRV43/TRV46. Using this manual 1-1 Checking supplied accessories 1-1 Installing and Charging the ... Enjoying picture effect 1-10 Adjusting the exposure 1-10 Superimposing a title 1-11 Making your camcorder abroad 1-17 Truoble check 1-17 Self-diagnosis display 1-18 Identifying the parts 1-18 Warning ...CRT Assembly (B/W View Finder Models 2-2 2-4. BLOCK DIAGRAMS 3-1. Camera/Video 1 Block Diagram 3-5 3-3. Audio Block Diagram 3-19 3-7. LCD Block Diagram (TRV model 3-23 3-8. DISASSEMBLY...
...lithium battery in the camcoder 1-13 Resetting the date and time 1-14 Simple setting of CCD-TRV36/TRV43/TRV46. Using this manual 1-1 Checking supplied accessories 1-1 Installing and Charging the ... Enjoying picture effect 1-10 Adjusting the exposure 1-10 Superimposing a title 1-11 Making your camcorder abroad 1-17 Truoble check 1-17 Self-diagnosis display 1-18 Identifying the parts 1-18 Warning ...CRT Assembly (B/W View Finder Models 2-2 2-4. BLOCK DIAGRAMS 3-1. Camera/Video 1 Block Diagram 3-5 3-3. Audio Block Diagram 3-19 3-7. LCD Block Diagram (TRV model 3-23 3-8. DISASSEMBLY...
Operating Instructions
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...equipment does cause harmful interference to radio communications. DISPOSE OF PROPERLY. Never expose the battery pack to Part 15 of this Sony Handycam VisionTM camcorder. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to use. For the customers in CANADA CAUTION ...persons. If this equipment. For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 416-499-SONY (Canada only) Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium 2 ion battery. Your Handycam Vision is loaded with the instructions, may be producing home video that interference will not occur in ...
...equipment does cause harmful interference to radio communications. DISPOSE OF PROPERLY. Never expose the battery pack to Part 15 of this Sony Handycam VisionTM camcorder. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to use. For the customers in CANADA CAUTION ...persons. If this equipment. For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 416-499-SONY (Canada only) Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium 2 ion battery. Your Handycam Vision is loaded with the instructions, may be producing home video that interference will not occur in ...
Operating Instructions
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...be contrary to confirm your camcorder. Precaution on copyright Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be repaired [a]. •Never leave the camcorder exposed to temperatures above 140... blue or green in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. [a] [b] 4 The CCD-TRV46 is the model used for the four models listed below. Otherwise, the model ... r r r Note on the LCD screen. Keep the camcorder away from country to CAMERA. To view your recordings on camcorder care •The LCD screen is indicated in light TRV16 h 180× - - - - You can hear ...
...be contrary to confirm your camcorder. Precaution on copyright Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be repaired [a]. •Never leave the camcorder exposed to temperatures above 140... blue or green in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. [a] [b] 4 The CCD-TRV46 is the model used for the four models listed below. Otherwise, the model ... r r r Note on the LCD screen. Keep the camcorder away from country to CAMERA. To view your recordings on camcorder care •The LCD screen is indicated in light TRV16 h 180× - - - - You can hear ...
Operating Instructions
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...camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 79) CCD-TRV36/TRV43/TRV46 only 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 7, 24) 3 NP-F330 battery pack (1) (p. 6, 24) 4 CR2025 lithium battery (1) (p. 55) The lithium battery is already installed in your camcorder.... 5 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 79) CCD-TRV36/TRV43/TRV46 only 6 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 52) 7 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 80) Contents of the recording...
...camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 79) CCD-TRV36/TRV43/TRV46 only 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 7, 24) 3 NP-F330 battery pack (1) (p. 6, 24) 4 CR2025 lithium battery (1) (p. 55) The lithium battery is already installed in your camcorder.... 5 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 79) CCD-TRV36/TRV43/TRV46 only 6 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 52) 7 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 80) Contents of the recording...
Operating Instructions
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...camcorder has three modes. If you have turned off the indicators on START/STOP mode •If you selected 5SEC, the tape counter disappears and five dots appear. These modes enable you press it again (factory setting). The dots disappear at a rate of quick shots resulting in a lively video...5SEC mode Press START/STOP again before all the dots disappear. Recording continues for about 5 seconds from the moment you press START/STOP, the camcorder records for 5 seconds and then stops automatically. (3) Turn STANDBY up to take a series of one per second as illustrated below. 2 ...
...camcorder has three modes. If you have turned off the indicators on START/STOP mode •If you selected 5SEC, the tape counter disappears and five dots appear. These modes enable you press it again (factory setting). The dots disappear at a rate of quick shots resulting in a lively video...5SEC mode Press START/STOP again before all the dots disappear. Recording continues for about 5 seconds from the moment you press START/STOP, the camcorder records for 5 seconds and then stops automatically. (3) Turn STANDBY up to take a series of one per second as illustrated below. 2 ...
Operating Instructions
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...(. To resume normal playback, press (. Playing back a tape Various playback modes You can play back the tapes recorded in the Hi8 video system on the standard 8 mm camcorder (CCD-TRV16 only). 22 To view the picture at the center, or top and bottom of the screen when you use the crystal-clear... still/slow/picture search function to normal speed automatically. If slow playback lasts for 5 minutes, the camcorder automatically enters stop mode....
...(. To resume normal playback, press (. Playing back a tape Various playback modes You can play back the tapes recorded in the Hi8 video system on the standard 8 mm camcorder (CCD-TRV16 only). 22 To view the picture at the center, or top and bottom of the screen when you use the crystal-clear... still/slow/picture search function to normal speed automatically. If slow playback lasts for 5 minutes, the camcorder automatically enters stop mode....
Operating Instructions
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...mark indicates that you purchase accessories with this product is disturbed. PRECAUTION The set is not disconnected from the camcorder if the picture is a genuine accessory for Sony video products. Advanced operations Using alternative power sources Using the house current (1) Open the DC IN jack cover, and... connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack on the camcorder. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC ...
...mark indicates that you purchase accessories with this product is disturbed. PRECAUTION The set is not disconnected from the camcorder if the picture is a genuine accessory for Sony video products. Advanced operations Using alternative power sources Using the house current (1) Open the DC IN jack cover, and... connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack on the camcorder. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC ...
Operating Instructions
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...the remaining tape indicator. AUTO TV ON* (CCD-TRV43/TRV46 only) You can use the power sources other than the battery pack, BRIGHT is inserted and the camcorder calculates the remainder of the tape. - for...PLAYER mode. - is connected to hear the beep sound. 27 LCD COLOR* Select this feature only with Sony TVs. •Select ON to turn on the TV which the IR receiver (not supplied) is not...;When you do not want to display the remaining tape bar: -for the period of the video input on the TV automatically when using the LASER LINK function. BEEP* •Select ON so...
...the remaining tape indicator. AUTO TV ON* (CCD-TRV43/TRV46 only) You can use the power sources other than the battery pack, BRIGHT is inserted and the camcorder calculates the remainder of the tape. - for...PLAYER mode. - is connected to hear the beep sound. 27 LCD COLOR* Select this feature only with Sony TVs. •Select ON to turn on the TV which the IR receiver (not supplied) is not...;When you do not want to display the remaining tape bar: -for the period of the video input on the TV automatically when using the LASER LINK function. BEEP* •Select ON so...
Operating Instructions
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...•Bright light sources are included in the scene. •When shooting a person wearing white or shiny clothes in front of PROGRAM AE mode, the camcorder automatically returns to use the built-in the dark We recommend you must maintain a sufficient light level. When you adjust the exposure manually •BACK... not work. •If you change the setting of a white background, the face will be adjusted when using the NightShot function. Shooting in light (CCD-TRV36/TRV43/TRV46 only) or a video light (not supplied). To get the best color, you to automatic exposure mode. 43
...•Bright light sources are included in the scene. •When shooting a person wearing white or shiny clothes in front of PROGRAM AE mode, the camcorder automatically returns to use the built-in the dark We recommend you must maintain a sufficient light level. When you adjust the exposure manually •BACK... not work. •If you change the setting of a white background, the face will be adjusted when using the NightShot function. Shooting in light (CCD-TRV36/TRV43/TRV46 only) or a video light (not supplied). To get the best color, you to automatic exposure mode. 43
Operating Instructions
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...While playing back on a TV screen, close the LCD panel. Otherwise, picture distortion may occur. Open the jack cover. Connecting directly to a TV/VCR with Video/Audio input jacks When connecting the A/V connecting cable, make sure you to use house current for the power source. Set the TV/ VCR selector on... the TV to a TV or VCR without Video/Audio input jacks Use an NTSC type RFU adaptor (not supplied). 52 When monitoring the playback picture by connecting the camcorder to your TV or VCR to watch the playback picture on the TV screen. When...
...While playing back on a TV screen, close the LCD panel. Otherwise, picture distortion may occur. Open the jack cover. Connecting directly to a TV/VCR with Video/Audio input jacks When connecting the A/V connecting cable, make sure you to use house current for the power source. Set the TV/ VCR selector on... the TV to a TV or VCR without Video/Audio input jacks Use an NTSC type RFU adaptor (not supplied). 52 When monitoring the playback picture by connecting the camcorder to your TV or VCR to watch the playback picture on the TV screen. When...
Operating Instructions
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LASER LINK -CCD-TRV43/TRV46 only Once you connect the AV cordless IR receiver (not supplied) having the LASER LINK mark to the one which transmits and receives a picture and sound between video equipment having the mark by using infrared rays. If you use a Sony TV •You can easily view...is switched. •The above feature may not work with some models, however the picture and sound may be disconnected momentarily when the video input is lit), the camcorder consumes power. To play back on a TV (1) After connecting your TV. With some TV models. LASER LINK is not needed....
LASER LINK -CCD-TRV43/TRV46 only Once you connect the AV cordless IR receiver (not supplied) having the LASER LINK mark to the one which transmits and receives a picture and sound between video equipment having the mark by using infrared rays. If you use a Sony TV •You can easily view...is switched. •The above feature may not work with some models, however the picture and sound may be disconnected momentarily when the video input is lit), the camcorder consumes power. To play back on a TV (1) After connecting your TV. With some TV models. LASER LINK is not needed....
Operating Instructions
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... after a few seconds press P on Fine Synchro Edit If you connect a video deck that has video/audio inputs. Set the input selector on both the camcorder and the VCR. Starting editing Turn down the volume of the camcorder, using the supplied A/V connecting cable. To edit more precise. 54 To stop editing ... You can superimpose the title while you are editing You can create your recorded tape into the VCR, and insert your own video program by editing with any other h 8 mm, H Hi8, mini DV, DV, j VHS, k S-VHS, VHSC, K S-VHSC, l Betamax or ¬ ED Betamax VCR that has the ...
... after a few seconds press P on Fine Synchro Edit If you connect a video deck that has video/audio inputs. Set the input selector on both the camcorder and the VCR. Starting editing Turn down the volume of the camcorder, using the supplied A/V connecting cable. To edit more precise. 54 To stop editing ... You can superimpose the title while you are editing You can create your recorded tape into the VCR, and insert your own video program by editing with any other h 8 mm, H Hi8, mini DV, DV, j VHS, k S-VHS, VHSC, K S-VHSC, l Betamax or ¬ ED Betamax VCR that has the ...
Operating Instructions
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... new type of "Extended Resolution." A video tape recorded by this "XR" camcorder is played back on a conventional 8 camcorder or when a video tape recorded on the "XR" camcorder. When you play back foreign pre-recorded tapes. Additional information Usable cassettes and playback modes Selecting cassette types - CCD-TRV36/TRV43/TRV46 only This Hi8 system is played back on...
... new type of "Extended Resolution." A video tape recorded by this "XR" camcorder is played back on a conventional 8 camcorder or when a video tape recorded on the "XR" camcorder. When you play back foreign pre-recorded tapes. Additional information Usable cassettes and playback modes Selecting cassette types - CCD-TRV36/TRV43/TRV46 only This Hi8 system is played back on...
Operating Instructions
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... a trademark of the camcorder changes depending on its battery consumption. Note that if you have used under. However, if you have repeated charging many times, the battery pack may not be indicated in minutes. How the battery consumption is displayed The power consumption of Sony Corporation. * The indication...battery in a hot or cold environment for long time, or you use up the battery pack on the equipment having the mark, the video equipment will not be accurate depending on the LCD screen or in a cold environment. To obtain more than 2 minutes. The continuous ...
... a trademark of the camcorder changes depending on its battery consumption. Note that if you have used under. However, if you have repeated charging many times, the battery pack may not be indicated in minutes. How the battery consumption is displayed The power consumption of Sony Corporation. * The indication...battery in a hot or cold environment for long time, or you use up the battery pack on the equipment having the mark, the video equipment will not be accurate depending on the LCD screen or in a cold environment. To obtain more than 2 minutes. The continuous ...
Operating Instructions
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...camcorder for more than 2 seconds. Flashing will stop soon. • The lithium battery is flashing. • You pressed DATE and TIME together for at least 1 hour. (p. 63) The date or time indicator is weak or dead. m Rewind the tape or use a new one . (p. 56) The tape does not move when a video...is set to ON. m Set it to MANUAL. m Replace the lithium battery with a new one . (p. 20) The SteadyShot function does not activate. (CCD-TRV43/TRV46 only) • STEADYSHOT is not adjusted. m Use a charged battery pack or the AC power adaptor. (p. 7, 25) { and 6 indicators ...
...camcorder for more than 2 seconds. Flashing will stop soon. • The lithium battery is flashing. • You pressed DATE and TIME together for at least 1 hour. (p. 63) The date or time indicator is weak or dead. m Rewind the tape or use a new one . (p. 56) The tape does not move when a video...is set to ON. m Set it to MANUAL. m Replace the lithium battery with a new one . (p. 20) The SteadyShot function does not activate. (CCD-TRV43/TRV46 only) • STEADYSHOT is not adjusted. m Use a charged battery pack or the AC power adaptor. (p. 7, 25) { and 6 indicators ...
Operating Instructions
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... function in a dark place. (p. 33) Others Symptom The supplied Remote Commander does not work. (CCD-TRV36/ TRV43/TRV46 only) The beep sounds for at least 1 hour. (p. 63) • ... bright subject. • The camcorder is activated. m Set it to OFF. (p. 33) Picture appears too bright, and the subject does not appear in your nearest Sony dealer. You can deactivate the ...demonstration. (p. 29) The picture does not appear on the LCD screen. • If 10 minutes elapse after you set to ON. (p. 28) • Something is "noisy". • The video...
... function in a dark place. (p. 33) Others Symptom The supplied Remote Commander does not work. (CCD-TRV36/ TRV43/TRV46 only) The beep sounds for at least 1 hour. (p. 63) • ... bright subject. • The camcorder is activated. m Set it to OFF. (p. 33) Picture appears too bright, and the subject does not appear in your nearest Sony dealer. You can deactivate the ...demonstration. (p. 29) The picture does not appear on the LCD screen. • If 10 minutes elapse after you set to ON. (p. 28) • Something is "noisy". • The video...
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...) • You are unable to resolve the problem, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony facility. m Disconnect the power cord of a letter and figures) in the display window. m Remove the cassette and leave the camcorder for at least 1 hour. (p. 63) • The video heads are dirty. LCD screen C:21:00 Self-diagnosis display...
...) • You are unable to resolve the problem, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony facility. m Disconnect the power cord of a letter and figures) in the display window. m Remove the cassette and leave the camcorder for at least 1 hour. (p. 63) • The video heads are dirty. LCD screen C:21:00 Self-diagnosis display...
Operating Instructions
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Identifying the parts 1 8 9 2 3 4 !º 5 !¡ 6 !™ 7 !£ 1 EDITSEARCH button (p. 19) 2 LASER LINK button (CCD-TRV43/ TRV46 only) (p. 53) 3 Built-in light (CCD-TRV36/TRV43/ TRV46 only) (p. 49) 4 Lens cover 5 POWER switch (p. 11) 6 FOCUS switch (p. 39) 7 NEAR/FAR dial (p. 39) 8 Video control buttons (p. 20) p STOP (stop) 0 REW (rewind) ( PLAY (playback) ) FF (fastforward) P PAUSE (pause) 9 Power... the length of the tripod screw is less than 9/32 inch (6.5 mm) otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage the camcorder. 74
Identifying the parts 1 8 9 2 3 4 !º 5 !¡ 6 !™ 7 !£ 1 EDITSEARCH button (p. 19) 2 LASER LINK button (CCD-TRV43/ TRV46 only) (p. 53) 3 Built-in light (CCD-TRV36/TRV43/ TRV46 only) (p. 49) 4 Lens cover 5 POWER switch (p. 11) 6 FOCUS switch (p. 39) 7 NEAR/FAR dial (p. 39) 8 Video control buttons (p. 20) p STOP (stop) 0 REW (rewind) ( PLAY (playback) ) FF (fastforward) P PAUSE (pause) 9 Power... the length of the tripod screw is less than 9/32 inch (6.5 mm) otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage the camcorder. 74
Operating Instructions
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... may not be effective. •Be sure that have the same name on the Remote Commander as direct sunlight or illumination. CCD-TRV36/TRV43/TRV46 only The buttons that there is no obstacle between the remote sensor on the Remote Commander •Keep the remote... sensor away from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in commander mode VTR 2. on the batteries to control the camcorder after turning on the camcorder. 2 Video control buttons (p. 20) 3 DISPLAY button (p. 21) 4 START/STOP button...
... may not be effective. •Be sure that have the same name on the Remote Commander as direct sunlight or illumination. CCD-TRV36/TRV43/TRV46 only The buttons that there is no obstacle between the remote sensor on the Remote Commander •Keep the remote... sensor away from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in commander mode VTR 2. on the batteries to control the camcorder after turning on the camcorder. 2 Video control buttons (p. 20) 3 DISPLAY button (p. 21) 4 START/STOP button...