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Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Model No. CCD-TRV Model No. Serial No. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. AC-L Serial No. 3-868-323-12 (1) Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product. CCD-TRV87 CCD-TRV87 CCD-TRV67 CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57 ©1999 Sony Corporation
Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Model No. CCD-TRV Model No. Serial No. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. AC-L Serial No. 3-868-323-12 (1) Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product. CCD-TRV87 CCD-TRV87 CCD-TRV67 CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57 ©1999 Sony Corporation
Operating Instructions
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...) 1 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA POWER while pressing CAMERA OFF the small green button. (CHARGE) VTR STA 3 Turn STANDBY to VTR (CCD-TRV87) or PLAYER (CCDTRV17/TRV37/ TRV57/TRV67) while pressing the small green button. The picture in the viewfinder is closed, use the viewfinder placing your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the LCD...
...) 1 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA POWER while pressing CAMERA OFF the small green button. (CHARGE) VTR STA 3 Turn STANDBY to VTR (CCD-TRV87) or PLAYER (CCDTRV17/TRV37/ TRV57/TRV67) while pressing the small green button. The picture in the viewfinder is closed, use the viewfinder placing your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the LCD...
Operating Instructions
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...CCD-TRV87 is being carried out. Otherwise, the model name is indicated in capital letters. Not provided TRV17 TRV37 TRV57 TRV67 - - 80 z - - z - - z z - - monaural TRV87 z z 360× z z z z z z z z z z z stereo * The models without VIDEO/AUDIO IN have CAMERA, OFF and PLAYER mode on your camcorder. When you carry out an operation, you can hear a beep sound to CAMERA...the operation is the model used for example, "CCD-TRV87 only." z - - z - - z z - - Before you read through this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the ...
...CCD-TRV87 is being carried out. Otherwise, the model name is indicated in capital letters. Not provided TRV17 TRV37 TRV57 TRV67 - - 80 z - - z - - z z - - monaural TRV87 z z 360× z z z z z z z z z z z stereo * The models without VIDEO/AUDIO IN have CAMERA, OFF and PLAYER mode on your camcorder. When you carry out an operation, you can hear a beep sound to CAMERA...the operation is the model used for example, "CCD-TRV87 only." z - - z - - z z - - Before you read through this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the ...
Operating Instructions
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.... When the remaining battery indicator changes to the DC IN jack with your camcorder. To fully charge the battery (full charge), leave the battery pack attached for your camcorder to u, normal charge is indicated in the display window. Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (L series). (1) Open the DC IN jack... to use the battery longer than usual. Fully charging the battery allows you to OFF (CHARGE). The remaining battery time is completed. Charging begins. POWER 4 CAMERA OFF (CHARGE) VTR 1 2 10
.... When the remaining battery indicator changes to the DC IN jack with your camcorder. To fully charge the battery (full charge), leave the battery pack attached for your camcorder to u, normal charge is indicated in the display window. Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (L series). (1) Open the DC IN jack... to use the battery longer than usual. Fully charging the battery allows you to OFF (CHARGE). The remaining battery time is completed. Charging begins. POWER 4 CAMERA OFF (CHARGE) VTR 1 2 10
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...H SP STBY 0:00:00 3 5 LOCK 40min H SP REC 0:00:01 STA NDBY START/STOP Microphone Camera recording lamp Note Fasten the grip strap firmly. Your camcorder starts recording. Do not touch the built-in the viewfinder when you . (1) Install the power source and ...viewfinder automatically turns off. (4) Turn STANDBY to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. The "REC" indicator appears. The lens cover opens. (3) Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. The recording lamp lights up . Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for more information (p. 9 to...
...H SP STBY 0:00:00 3 5 LOCK 40min H SP REC 0:00:01 STA NDBY START/STOP Microphone Camera recording lamp Note Fasten the grip strap firmly. Your camcorder starts recording. Do not touch the built-in the viewfinder when you . (1) Install the power source and ...viewfinder automatically turns off. (4) Turn STANDBY to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. The "REC" indicator appears. The lens cover opens. (3) Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. The recording lamp lights up . Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for more information (p. 9 to...
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.... (2) SetthePOWERswitchtoVTR(CCD-TRV87)orPLAYER(CCD-TRV17/ TRV37/TRV57/TRV67) while pressing the small green button. (3) OpentheLCDpanelwhilepressingOPEN. (4) Press mtorewindthetape. (5) Press Ntostartplayback. (6) Toadjustthevolume,presseitherofthetwobuttonsonVOLUME.The speaker on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture on your camcorder is silent when the LCD panel is closed. 2 POWER 4 CAMERA OFF...
.... (2) SetthePOWERswitchtoVTR(CCD-TRV87)orPLAYER(CCD-TRV17/ TRV37/TRV57/TRV67) while pressing the small green button. (3) OpentheLCDpanelwhilepressingOPEN. (4) Press mtorewindthetape. (5) Press Ntostartplayback. (6) Toadjustthevolume,presseitherofthetwobuttonsonVOLUME.The speaker on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture on your camcorder is silent when the LCD panel is closed. 2 POWER 4 CAMERA OFF...
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...picture is in use . •When recording a still picture, do not shake your camcorder. Wide mode - Connect the yellow plug of the video printer. 31 Advanced Recording Operations Recording a still image on... both your camcorder and the video printer. Refer to the video jack on a tape - PROGRAM AE - Exposure - ... fader function is then recorded for about seven seconds and your camcorder. To use the tape photo recording function during normal CAMERA recording Press PHOTO deeper.
...picture is in use . •When recording a still picture, do not shake your camcorder. Wide mode - Connect the yellow plug of the video printer. 31 Advanced Recording Operations Recording a still image on... both your camcorder and the video printer. Refer to the video jack on a tape - PROGRAM AE - Exposure - ... fader function is then recorded for about seven seconds and your camcorder. To use the tape photo recording function during normal CAMERA recording Press PHOTO deeper.
Operating Instructions
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... setting of each item" (p. 56). 1 MENU CAMERA CAMERA SET D ZOOM 16 : 9WIDE STEADYSHOT N. The default settings can be partially changed. First, select the icon, then the menu item and then the mode. (1) In the standby or VTR (CCD-TRV87)/PLAYER (CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/ TRV67) mode, press MENU. (2) Turn the...EXEC dial to select the desired mode, and press the dial to set. (5) If you want to 4. Customizing Your Camcorder - LIGHT WIND PHOTO VTR VTR SET H i F i SOUND EDIT TBC DNR 2 CAMERA SET D ZOOM 16 : 9WIDE OTHERS WORLD TIME BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY REC LAMP INDICATOR [MENU] : END [MENU] ...
... setting of each item" (p. 56). 1 MENU CAMERA CAMERA SET D ZOOM 16 : 9WIDE STEADYSHOT N. The default settings can be partially changed. First, select the icon, then the menu item and then the mode. (1) In the standby or VTR (CCD-TRV87)/PLAYER (CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/ TRV67) mode, press MENU. (2) Turn the...EXEC dial to select the desired mode, and press the dial to set. (5) If you want to 4. Customizing Your Camcorder - LIGHT WIND PHOTO VTR VTR SET H i F i SOUND EDIT TBC DNR 2 CAMERA SET D ZOOM 16 : 9WIDE OTHERS WORLD TIME BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY REC LAMP INDICATOR [MENU] : END [MENU] ...
Operating Instructions
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...is activated and more than 20× to 40×/80× is performed digitally. (p. 18) (CCD-TRV17 only) CAMERA z OFF 40× 200× If you set to VTR (CCD-TRV87)/ PLAYER(CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/TRV67) or CAMERA. To reduce wind noise when recording in the 16:9FULL mode STEADYSHOT...215; is carried out. Natural pictures are displayed as the following icons: CAMERA SET VTR SET (CCD-TRV87 only) PLAYER SET (CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/TRV67 only) LCD SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Depending on your camcorder model The menu display may be different from that in this illustration. ...
...is activated and more than 20× to 40×/80× is performed digitally. (p. 18) (CCD-TRV17 only) CAMERA z OFF 40× 200× If you set to VTR (CCD-TRV87)/ PLAYER(CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/TRV67) or CAMERA. To reduce wind noise when recording in the 16:9FULL mode STEADYSHOT...215; is carried out. Natural pictures are displayed as the following icons: CAMERA SET VTR SET (CCD-TRV87 only) PLAYER SET (CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/TRV67 only) LCD SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Depending on your camcorder model The menu display may be different from that in this illustration. ...
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L. If you set the brightness on the LCD screen normal VTR/PLAYER BRIGHT To brighten the LCD screen CAMERA LCD COLOR To adjust the color on the LCD screen VTR/PLAYER CAMERA Customizing Your Camcorder Light Dark Notes on LCD B.L. LCD B. z BRT NORMAL To set STEADYSHOT to ON in the menu ...minimize picture deterioration when editing TBC z ON To correct jitter VTR/PLAYER OFF To not correct jitter. If you cancel the SteadyShot function (CCD-TRV57/TRV67/TRV87 only) The SteadyShot off indicator appears. Your camcorder prevents excessive compensation for camera-shake.
L. If you set the brightness on the LCD screen normal VTR/PLAYER BRIGHT To brighten the LCD screen CAMERA LCD COLOR To adjust the color on the LCD screen VTR/PLAYER CAMERA Customizing Your Camcorder Light Dark Notes on LCD B.L. LCD B. z BRT NORMAL To set STEADYSHOT to ON in the menu ...minimize picture deterioration when editing TBC z ON To correct jitter VTR/PLAYER OFF To not correct jitter. If you cancel the SteadyShot function (CCD-TRV57/TRV67/TRV87 only) The SteadyShot off indicator appears. Your camcorder prevents excessive compensation for camera-shake.
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...to display the screen indicators • for the period of tape rewinding, forwarding or picture search in the VTR (CCD-TRV87) or PLAYER (CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/ TRV67) mode VTR/PLAYER CAMERA ON To always display the remaining tape bar Notes on the LP mode • When you continue recording from ...the tape when you record a tape in the LP mode on your camcorder, we recommend playing the tape on and calculates ...
...to display the screen indicators • for the period of tape rewinding, forwarding or picture search in the VTR (CCD-TRV87) or PLAYER (CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/ TRV67) mode VTR/PLAYER CAMERA ON To always display the remaining tape bar Notes on the LP mode • When you continue recording from ...the tape when you record a tape in the LP mode on your camcorder, we recommend playing the tape on and calculates ...
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...link function (p. 29) To switch the video input on a Sony TV when using the super laser link function (p. 29) POWER switch CAMERA CAMERA VTR CAMERA VTR CAMERA - To cancel the demonstration, insert a cassette, set the POWER switch to other than CAMERA, or set DEMO MODE to OFF. •When NIGHTSHOT ...select DEMO MODE when a cassette is set the POWER switch to CAMERA without a cassette inserted. Customizing Your Camcorder 59 Changing the menu settings Icon/item CLOCK SET AUTO DATE Mode z ON AUTO TV ON (CCD-TRV87 only) TV INPUT (CCD-TRV87 only) LTR SIZE OFF z OFF ON z VIDEO1 VIDEO2 ...
...link function (p. 29) To switch the video input on a Sony TV when using the super laser link function (p. 29) POWER switch CAMERA CAMERA VTR CAMERA VTR CAMERA - To cancel the demonstration, insert a cassette, set the POWER switch to other than CAMERA, or set DEMO MODE to OFF. •When NIGHTSHOT ...select DEMO MODE when a cassette is set the POWER switch to CAMERA without a cassette inserted. Customizing Your Camcorder 59 Changing the menu settings Icon/item CLOCK SET AUTO DATE Mode z ON AUTO TV ON (CCD-TRV87 only) TV INPUT (CCD-TRV87 only) LTR SIZE OFF z OFF ON z VIDEO1 VIDEO2 ...
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...OUT/LCD" in the menu settings, the picture from a TV or VCR will not appear on the LCD screen even when your camcorder is connected to outputs on INDICATOR (CCD-TRV87 only) • When you select "BL ON", battery life is automatically selected. 60 If you set time. Changing the ... not aware of the recording To turn off the backlight on display window To turn on the backlight VTR CAMERA Note (CCD-TRV87 only) If you press DISPLAY with your camcorder VTR/PLAYER CAMERA To deactivate the Remote Commander to avoid remote control misoperation caused by other than the battery pack, "BL...
...OUT/LCD" in the menu settings, the picture from a TV or VCR will not appear on the LCD screen even when your camcorder is connected to outputs on INDICATOR (CCD-TRV87 only) • When you select "BL ON", battery life is automatically selected. 60 If you set time. Changing the ... not aware of the recording To turn off the backlight on display window To turn on the backlight VTR CAMERA Note (CCD-TRV87 only) If you press DISPLAY with your camcorder VTR/PLAYER CAMERA To deactivate the Remote Commander to avoid remote control misoperation caused by other than the battery pack, "BL...
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... out of the reach of children. • Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor. • Wipe the battery with a Sony CR2025 or Duracell DL-2025 lithium battery. Otherwise, you set the POWER switch to the manufacturer's instructions. (+) (---) WARNING The battery may not...battery installed at the factory This battery may explode if mistreated. Additional Information 65 Discard used batteries according to CAMERA. Changing the lithium battery in your camcorder When replacing the lithium battery, keep the battery pack or other battery may present a risk of fire or...
... out of the reach of children. • Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor. • Wipe the battery with a Sony CR2025 or Duracell DL-2025 lithium battery. Otherwise, you set the POWER switch to the manufacturer's instructions. (+) (---) WARNING The battery may not...battery installed at the factory This battery may explode if mistreated. Additional Information 65 Discard used batteries according to CAMERA. Changing the lithium battery in your camcorder When replacing the lithium battery, keep the battery pack or other battery may present a risk of fire or...
Operating Instructions
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... write-protect tab is set to OFF (CHARGE) or VTR (CCD-TRV87)/PLAYER (CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/ TRV67). c Adjust the viewfinder lens. (p. 19) • STEADYSHOT is set to acclimatize. (p. 73) • While being operated in the CAMERA mode, your camcorder for more than 5 minutes. c Cancel it to OFF in ...(p. 55) • The SteadyShot function does not work . c Set it to STANDBY. (p. 16) • The tape has run into any problem using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p. 74) • The LCD panel is not clear. c Set it . (p. 38) • The video heads may...
... write-protect tab is set to OFF (CHARGE) or VTR (CCD-TRV87)/PLAYER (CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/ TRV67). c Adjust the viewfinder lens. (p. 19) • STEADYSHOT is set to acclimatize. (p. 73) • While being operated in the CAMERA mode, your camcorder for more than 5 minutes. c Cancel it to OFF in ...(p. 55) • The SteadyShot function does not work . c Set it to STANDBY. (p. 16) • The tape has run into any problem using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p. 74) • The LCD panel is not clear. c Set it . (p. 38) • The video heads may...
Operating Instructions
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...Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p. 74) • The stereo tape is played back with HiFi SOUND set to a wall outlet. (p. 4, 14) The end search function does not work. 68 •The tape was ejected after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA... it to ON in the menu settings without a cassette inserted, your camcorder automatically starts the demonstration. The sound is muted or images do not ... settings. c Adjust it to STEREO. (p. 55) • The volume is turned to VTR (CCD-TRV87)/PLAYER (CCD-TRV17/ TRV37/TRV57/TRV67). (p. 24) • The tape has run out. c Set it . (p. 27...
...Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p. 74) • The stereo tape is played back with HiFi SOUND set to a wall outlet. (p. 4, 14) The end search function does not work. 68 •The tape was ejected after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA... it to ON in the menu settings without a cassette inserted, your camcorder automatically starts the demonstration. The sound is muted or images do not ... settings. c Adjust it to STEREO. (p. 55) • The volume is turned to VTR (CCD-TRV87)/PLAYER (CCD-TRV17/ TRV37/TRV57/TRV67). (p. 24) • The tape has run out. c Set it . (p. 27...
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...video heads When the playback pictures are still contain noise even if you have cleaned the video heads with a commercially available blower for a still camera. (3) Turn the eyecup in the viewfinder. • Playback pictures contain noise. •Playback pictures are hardly visible. • Playback pictures...The video head may be replaced with new heads. Caution Do not remove any other screws. If this happens, clean the video heads with the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (not supplied). [a] [b] [a] Slightly dirty [b] Very dirty Note on the LCD screen or in a clockwise direction, ...
...video heads When the playback pictures are still contain noise even if you have cleaned the video heads with a commercially available blower for a still camera. (3) Turn the eyecup in the viewfinder. • Playback pictures contain noise. •Playback pictures are hardly visible. • Playback pictures...The video head may be replaced with new heads. Caution Do not remove any other screws. If this happens, clean the video heads with the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (not supplied). [a] [b] [a] Slightly dirty [b] Very dirty Note on the LCD screen or in a clockwise direction, ...
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Camcorder care •Remove the tape, and periodically turn on the power, operate the CAMERA and VTR (CCD-TRV87)/PLAYER (CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/TRV67) sections and play back a tape for example, and operate it may cause a fire or damage the built-in light on while it any ...;Do not let sand get inside . • Keep your camcorder away from the sand or dust. These holes are not using your camcorder, the back of the LCD screen may heat up inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it is in this malfunction cannot be...
Camcorder care •Remove the tape, and periodically turn on the power, operate the CAMERA and VTR (CCD-TRV87)/PLAYER (CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/TRV67) sections and play back a tape for example, and operate it may cause a fire or damage the built-in light on while it any ...;Do not let sand get inside . • Keep your camcorder away from the sand or dust. These holes are not using your camcorder, the back of the LCD screen may heat up inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it is in this malfunction cannot be...
Operating Instructions
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...Specifications Video camera recorder System Video recording system 2 rotary heads Helical scanning FM system Audio recording system Rotary heads, FM system Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette 8mm video format cassette CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57: Standard 8 CCD-TRV67/TRV87: Hi8 or ... pack) 8.4 V (AC power adaptor) Average power consumption (when using the battery pack) During camera recording using LCD CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/ TRV67: 2.7W CCD-TRV87: 2.8W Viewfinder CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/ TRV67: 2.3W CCD-TRV87: 2.4W Operating temperature 32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to 40 ...
...Specifications Video camera recorder System Video recording system 2 rotary heads Helical scanning FM system Audio recording system Rotary heads, FM system Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette 8mm video format cassette CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57: Standard 8 CCD-TRV67/TRV87: Hi8 or ... pack) 8.4 V (AC power adaptor) Average power consumption (when using the battery pack) During camera recording using LCD CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/ TRV67: 2.7W CCD-TRV87: 2.8W Viewfinder CCD-TRV17/TRV37/TRV57/ TRV67: 2.3W CCD-TRV87: 2.4W Operating temperature 32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to 40 ...
Operating Instructions
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... and the screw may damage your camcorder. These are trademarks. 80 Lens cover (p. 16) wa Camera recording lamp (p. 16) ws Infrared rays emitter (p. 21, 28) wd Microphone wf SUPER NIGHTSHOT button (CCD-TRV87 only) (p. 21) wg NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 21) wh Display window (p. 85) wj Remote sensor (CCD-TRV57/TRV67/ TRV87 only) (p. ...84) wk Tripod receptacle (base) Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is SUPER LASER LINK? (CCD-TRV87 only) The SUPER LASER LINK system sends and receives pictures and sound between video equipment having the mark by using infrared rays. ...
... and the screw may damage your camcorder. These are trademarks. 80 Lens cover (p. 16) wa Camera recording lamp (p. 16) ws Infrared rays emitter (p. 21, 28) wd Microphone wf SUPER NIGHTSHOT button (CCD-TRV87 only) (p. 21) wg NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 21) wh Display window (p. 85) wj Remote sensor (CCD-TRV57/TRV67/ TRV87 only) (p. ...84) wk Tripod receptacle (base) Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is SUPER LASER LINK? (CCD-TRV87 only) The SUPER LASER LINK system sends and receives pictures and sound between video equipment having the mark by using infrared rays. ...