Sony CCD TRV608 Operating Instructions

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  • Sony CCD TRV608 | Operating Instructions - Page 1
    13 (1) Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. CCD-TRV Model No. AC- Serial No. Serial No. CCD-TRV608 CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/ TRV408/TRV608 ©2002 Sony
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    Sony Handycam VisionTM. With your Handycam VisionTM, you can capture life's precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. Never expose the battery pack to temperatures above
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    SONY Model No.: CCD-TRV608 Responsible Party: Sony in this manual could void installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions for help. The supplied interface cable must be used with the
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    from your camcorder (p. 59 Manual focus (p. 41) Functions to use in editing in the recording mode •Wide mode (p. 33) •Date and time (p. 16) •ORC [MENU] (p. 70) Function to use after recording •Easy Dubbing (p. 51) Function to make transition smooth •END SEARCH (P.28) *1) CCD-TRV608 only 4 *2) CCD
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    Guide 6 Getting started Using this manual 8 Checking supplied accessories 10 Step 1 Preparing the power supply ... 11 Installing the battery pack 11 Charging the battery (CCD-TRV608 only) Viewing images using your computer - USB Streaming (Windows users only 59 Customizing Your Camcorder
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    Guide This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses "( )" for more information. Connecting the power cord (p. 15) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder cassette into the cassette compartment with its window facing out and the write-protect
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    on the LCD screen (p. 29) 2 Press m to rewind the tape. REW 3 Press N to start playback. 1 Set the POWER switch to PLAYER PL while pressing the POWER small green button. CAME AYER OFF(CHG) PLAY Note Do not pick up your camcorder by the viewfinder, the LCD panel, or the battery pack. 7
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    - Getting started - Using this manual The instructions in this manual are for the five models listed in the table below. Before you start reading this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder. The CCD-TRV608 is the model used for
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    systems differ from country to country. To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV. Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on mounted models only) •The LCD screen and the finder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99% of
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    11, 12) 4 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (CCD-TRV107/TRV408 only) (2) (p. 96) 5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 32) 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 91) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 19, 95) 8 USB Cable (CCD-TRV608 only) (1) (p. 59) 9 CD-ROM (SPVD-008 USB Driver) (CCD-TRV608 only) (1) (p. 60) Contents of the
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    Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Slide the battery pack down until it clicks. To remove the battery pack Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing V BATT down. V BATT release lever 11
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    in the display window. Fully charging the battery allows you to use the battery longer than usual. AYER 4 PL POWER OFF(CHG) CAME RA FULL 1 2,3 The number in the illustration of the display window may differ from that on your camcorder. After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC
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    the recording time with the viewfinder. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - min" appears in the display window. While charging the battery pack, no indicator appears or the indicator flashes in the display window in the following cases: - The AC power adaptor
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    -FM50 195 NP-FM70 400 NP-QM71 465 NP-FM90 600 NP-FM91/QM91 695 Playing time with LCD closed 175 280 570 675 865 1010 CCD-TRV608 Battery pack Playing time on LCD screen Playing time with LCD closed NP-FM30 (supplied) 100 175 NP-FM50 160 280 NP-FM70 335 570 NP-QM71 390
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    the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the plug's v mark facing trouble occurs with this unit, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet as soon as possible to cut off the power. Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). Refer to the operating instructions of the DC Adaptor /Charger
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    camcorder for about 6 months, the date and time settings may be released (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery in your camcorder 12 00 AM 2002 JAN 1 12 00 AM 6 SETUP MENU CLOCK SET USB STREAM AUTO DATE 2002 JUL 4 LTR S I ZE L ANGUAGE DEMO MODE RETURN 12 30 PM [ MENU ]
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    or TIME again. The date and/or time indicator disappears. The year changes as follows: t 1995 T . . . . t 2002 T . . . . t 2079 T Auto date function When you use your camcorder for the first time, turn it on and set the date and time to your local time before you start recording (p. 16). The date is
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    Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassettes. (1) Prepare the power supply (p. 11). (2) Open the lid of the cassette compartment, and press Z EJECT. The cassette compartment opens automatically. (3) Insert a cassette into the cassette compartment with its window not pick up your camcorder by the lid of
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    cap to the grip strap. (2) Install the power source and insert a cassette. See "Step 1" to "Step 3" for more information (p. 11 to 18). (3) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. Your camcorder is set to the standby mode. (4) Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. The
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    camcorder in the standby mode for 5 minutes while the cassette is inserted Your camcorder automatically turns off. This is to save battery power and to prevent battery closing the LCD panel, set it vertically until it clicks, and swing it into the camcorder body. Note When using the LCD screen except
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    . After recording (1) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). (2) Close the LCD panel. (3) Eject the cassette. (4) Attach the lens cap. After using your camcorder (CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only) Remove the battery pack from your camcorder to avoid turning on the built-in light accidentally. 21
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    Recording a picture Using the zoom feature Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. Using the zoom function sparingly results in better-looking recordings. "T" side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) "W" side: for wide-angle (subject appears
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    viewfinder - Adjusting the viewfinder If you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder. Adjust the and move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever. Viewfinder backlight (CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only) You can change the brightness of the backlight.
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    a picture Indicators displayed in the recording mode The indicators are not recorded on tape. Remaining battery time indicator Hi8 format indicator This appears while playing back or recording in Hi8 format. Recording mode indicator/Mirror mode indicator STBY/REC indicator 40min SP REC 0:00:01 Tape
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    Recording - Basics Recording a picture Shooting backlit subjects - BACK LIGHT When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the backlight function. Press BACK LIGHT in CAMERA mode. The . indicator appears on the screen. To cancel, press
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    in bright places (ex. outdoors in the daytime). This may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •When you keep NIGHTSHOT setting to ON in normal recording, with the autofocus mode when using the NightShot function, focus manually. While using the NightShot function, you cannot use the following
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    . The date and/or time indicator disappears. DATE TIME When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set to off. Set the date and time to your local time before using (p. 16). Note The date and time indicators recorded manually cannot be deleted. If you do not record the date and time in
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    Checking the recording - END SEARCH You can use this button to record a picture from the last recorded scene successively. END SEARCH You can go to the end of the recorded section after you record. Press END SEARCH in CAMERA mode. The last 5 seconds of the recorded section are played back and
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    picture on the LCD screen. If you close the LCD panel, you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. (1) Install the power source on your camcorder is silent when the LCD panel is closed. You can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. (CCD-TRV107/TRV408
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    You can adjust the angle of the LCD panel by lifting the LCD panel up by 7 degrees [b]. [a] [b] 7° To display the screen indicators - Display function Press DISPLAY on your camcorder or the Remote Commander (CCD-TRV107/TRV408 only) supplied with your camcorder. The indicators appear on the screen
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    release the button. To view the picture at slow speed (slow playback) (CCD-TRV107/TRV408 only) Press y on the Remote Commander during playback. To resume N. If slow playback lasts for about 1 minute (CCD-TRV107/TRV408 only) Your camcorder automatically returns to normal speed. When you play back
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    IN input on the VCR by using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE. To connect to a TV without Video/Audio input jacks Use an NTSC system RFU adaptor (optional). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV and the RFU adaptor. If your
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    You can record a cinema-like picture (CINEMA) or a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9FULL). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV. CINEMA Black bands appear on the screen during recording in the CINEMA mode [a], playing back on a normal TV [b] or a wide-screen TV
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    to OFF in the menu settings. If the wide mode is set to 16:9FULL (CCD-TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only) The SteadyShot function does not work. If you select 16:9FULL in the menu When you cancel the wide mode, set your camcorder to the standby mode and then set 16:9WIDE to OFF in the menu settings. 34
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    Advanced Recording Operations Using the fader function You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. FADER M.FADER (mosaic) STRIPE BOUNCE (Fade in only) MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to color. When fading out, the picture
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    first of all. * Fade in only (2) Press START/STOP. The fader indicator stops flashing. After the fade in/out is carried out, your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode. 1 FADER FADER To cancel the fader function Before pressing START/STOP, press FADER until the indicator disappears
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    To cancel the picture effect function Set P EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings. When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) Your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode. MANUA L SET PROGRAM AE OFF P EFFECT PASTEL RETURN NEG.AR T SEP I A B &W SOLAR I ZE MOS A I C SL IM STRETCH
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    night views, fireworks displays and neon signs. LANDSCAPE (Landscape) This mode is for when you are recording distant subjects such as mountains and prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows when you are recording a subject behind glass or a screen. 38
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    far distance. •In the sunset & moon and landscape modes, your camcorder is set to focus only on distant subjects. •While using the flashes.) Even if the PROGRAM AE function is selected You can adjust the exposure manually. If you are recording under a discharge tube such as a fluorescent lamp,
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    brightness. 1 EXPOSURE 2 To return to the automatic exposure mode Press EXPOSURE. Note When you adjust the exposure manually, the backlight function does not work in CAMERA mode. Your camcorder automatically returns to the automatic exposure mode: - if you change the PROGRAM AE mode - if you slide
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    You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases: •The autofocus mode is not effective when shooting: - subjects through glass coated with water droplets. - horizontal stripes. - subjects
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    Superimposing a title You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles (p. 44). You can also select the language, color, size, and position of titles. 42 (1) In CAMERA mode, press TITLE to display the title menu. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , and then press the dial.
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    are playing back You can superimpose a title. However, the title is not recorded on tape. You can record a title when you dub a tape connecting your camcorder to the VCR with the A/V connecting cable. 43
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    Making your own titles You can make up to two titles and store them in your camcorder. Each title can have up to 20 characters. (1) In CAMERA or PLAYER mode, press TITLE. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press
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    erased. Enter the new title as desired. If you take 5 minutes or longer to enter characters in the standby mode while a cassette is in your camcorder The power automatically turns off. The characters you have entered remain stored in memory. Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) once, and turn it
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    CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only You can use the built-in light to suit your shooting situation. The recommended distance between the subject and camcorder CAUTION Be careful not to touch the lighting section, because the plastic window and surrounding surfaces are hot while the light is on. It
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    in use. •When you do not use your camcorder, turn the built-in light off and remove the battery pack to avoid turning on the built-in light the bulb Use the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp (optional). The supplied halogen lamp is not commercially available. Purchase the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp
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    Using the built-in light CAUTION •When replacing the bulb, use only the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp (optional) to reduce the risk of fire. •To prevent possible burn hazard, disconnect the power source before replacing and do not
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    Set the POWER switch to PLAYER. (4) Play back the recorded tape on your camcorder. (5) Start recording on the VCR. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR for more information. S VIDEO OUT A / V OUT Yellow IN S VIDEO : Signal flow A/V connecting cable (supplied) Black VIDEO AUDIO 49
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    before dubbing. You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems: 8 mm , Hi8 , Digital 8 , VHS , S-VHS , VHSC , S-VHSC , Betamax , ED Betamax , mini DV , or DV If your VCR is a stereo type Connect the audio plug of the A/V connecting cable supplied to the left (white) input jack of
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    of eight preset titles and two custom titles stored in your camcorder as instructed in "Making your own titles" (p. 44). Select the desired the devices as illustrated in page 49. You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems: 8 mm , Hi8 , Digital 8 , VHS , S-VHS , VHSC , S-VHSC ,
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    control the VCR by wireless remote control. (1) Setting the modes to cancel recording pause on the VCR 1 Set the POWER switch to PLAYER on your camcorder. 2 Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set the input selector to LINE. When you connect a video camera recorder, set its power switch
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    Dubbing a tape easily - Easy Dubbing (2) Setting the IR SETUP code 1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IR SETUP, then press the dial. 2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the IR SETUP code of your VCR, then press the dial. Check the code in "About the IR SETUP code" (p. 54). 1 EASY DUBBING
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    camcorder. Be sure to set the correct code depending on your VCR. The default setting is Code number 3. Brand IR SETUP code Sony 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Admiral (M. Wards) 89 Aiwa 80, 47, 54 Akai 49, 51 Audio Dynamic Easy Dubbing is not possible if the VCR does not support IR SETUP codes. 54
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    the VCR does not operate correctly •After checking the code in "About the IR SETUP code," set IR SETUP or PAUSE MODE again. •Place your camcorder at least 30 cm (12 in.) away from the VCR. •Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. 55
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    Dubbing Step 3: Selecting the title You can select title, color, size, and background color. CUSTOM1 and CUSTOM2 are custom titles stored in your camcorder as instructed in "Making your own titles" (p. 44). HELLO! (1) Press EASY DUBBING to display the menu. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
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    the VCR normally. - PREVIEW: you can make a time-lapse dubbing by setting the camcorder to automatically playback and standby sequentially. [a]: Recording (VCR) [b]: Waiting time (VCR) [c]: Playback time (camcorder) [a] 5 s [b] 25 s [c] 30 s 5 s 25 s 30 s 1 EASY DUBBING START TITLE SEL MODE SEL
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    VCR is set to recording pause. When you use a video camera recorder, set its POWER switch to VTR/VCR. Set the POWER switch of your camcorder to PLAYER. (1) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select START, then press the dial. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then
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    PC Connection - PC Connection - Viewing images using your computer - USB Streaming (Windows users only) - CCD-TRV608 only If you connect your camcorder and computer by the supplied USB cable, you can view images live from your camcorder and images recorded on a tape on your computer. Furthermore,
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    companies. • Furthermore, "™" or "®" are not mentioned in this manual. Installing the USB driver Before connecting your camcorder to your computer, install the USB driver to the computer. The USB driver is contained together with application software for viewing images on the CD-ROM supplied with
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    correctly install the USB driver. Step 1 Uninstall the incorrect USB driver 1 Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load. 2 Connect the USB jack on your camcorder to the USB connector on your computer using the supplied USB cable. To the USB connector To the (USB) jack Computer USB cable
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    Viewing images using your computer - USB Streaming (Windows users only) 3 Connect the AC power adaptor, and set the POWER switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 4 Open your computer's "Device Manager." Windows XP: Select "Start" t "Control Panel" t "System" t "Hardware" tab, and click the "Device Manager"
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    USB Streaming (Windows users only) 6 Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), and then disconnect the USB cable. 7 Reboot your computer. Step 2 Install the USB driver Perform the entire procedure listed in "Installing the USB driver" on the page 60. Installing "PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony" Install
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    USB cable (supplied) (3) Connect the AC power adaptor and insert a cassette to your camcorder. (4) Set the POWER switch to PLAYER. (5) Select USB STREAM to ON in in the menu settings (p. 71). (6) Select "Start" t "Program" t "Pixela" t "ImageMixer" t "PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony" on Windows
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    PC Connection Viewing images using your computer - USB Streaming (Windows users only) Viewing images live from your camcorder (1) Follow the procedure (1) - (2) on page 64, and then connect the AC power adaptor to your camcorder and then to a wall outlet. (2) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (3)
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    to your camcorder before installing the USB driver. Perform the procedure to correctly install the USB driver (p. 60). If any trouble occurs Close all running applications, then restart it. Carry out the following operations after quitting the application: - disconnect the USB cable - turn on
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    Customizing Your Camcorder - Customizing Your Camcorder - Changing the menu settings To change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial. The default
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    as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET PLAYER SET LCD/VF SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Depending on your camcorder model The menu display and more than 20× to 40×/560× is performed digitally. (p. 22) (CCD-TRV408/TRV608 only) If you set to OFF, digital zoom is deactivated and up to 20
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    indicator appears. Your camcorder prevents excessive compensation for camera-shake. * CCD-TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only Icon/item Mode in memory even when the battery is removed. Icon/item LCD BRIGHT Mode --- Meaning POWER switch To adjust the brightness on the LCD screen with PLAYER the SEL/
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    LCD B.L. •When you select BRIGHT, battery life is reduced by about 10 percent during recording. •When you use power sources other than the battery pack, BRIGHT is automatically selected. * CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 a Sony video cassette so that you can get the most out of your camcorder. •
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    To cancel the auto date function. To deactivate the USB Streaming function. To activate the USB Streaming function. To display selected menu items in normal size. MODE •You cannot select DEMO MODE when a cassette is inserted in your camcorder. •DEMO MODE is set to STBY (Standby) at the factory and
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    OFF z ON OFF DISPLAY REC LAMP z LCD V-OUT/LCD z ON OFF Meaning To set the clock an unusual condition occurs on your camcorder To output the beep instead of the melody battery is removed. Recording a close-up picture When REC LAMP is set to ON, the red recording lamp on the front of the camcorder
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    Troubleshooting - Troubleshooting - Types of trouble and their solutions If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility
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    using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (optional). (p. 85) • The volume is turned to minimum. c Open the LCD panel and press VOLUME +. (p. 29) In the recording and playback modes Symptom The power does not turn on. Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The battery pack is not installed, or is
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    Troubleshooting Types of trouble and their solutions Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions The end search function does not work. • The tape was ejected after recording. • You have not recorded on the cassette yet. The battery pack discharges quickly. • The operating temperature is too low.
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    USB driver.*1) USB Streaming function does not work*1) The Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder does not work.*2) The date or time indicator does not appear, and the bars "--:--:--" appear. • Your camcorder was connected to your computer with the USB cable before installing the USB driver
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    ss) will differ depending on the state of your camcorder. LCD screen, viewfinder or display window C:21:00 Self-diagnosis display •C:ss:ss You can service your camcorder yourself. •E:ss:ss Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Five-digit display C:04:ss C:21:ss C:22
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    window, check the following: See the page in parentheses "( )" for more information. Warning indicators The video heads are dirty Slow flashing: - You need to clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (optional). (p. 85) The battery cassette, turn off your camcorder, and leave it
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    •Q TAPE END*1) • CLEANING CASSETTE*2) Set the date and time. (p. 16) Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (p. 81) Insert a cassette tape. The tape has reached the end. The video heads are dirty x indicator and " CLEANING CASSETTE" message appear one after another on the screen. Troubleshooting 79
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    - About video cassettes Selecting the cassette type You can use both Hi8 and standard 8 mm video cassettes on your camcorder. When you use a Hi8 video cassette, recording and playback are carried out in the Hi8 system. When you use a standard 8 mm video cassette, recording and playback
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    charged, in the display window. If you charge the battery pack outside of this temperature range, you may not be able to efficiently charge the battery pack. •After charging is completed, either disconnect the cable from the DC IN jack on your camcorder or remove the battery pack. Effective use of
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    it more and more, and as time passes. When the available battery time is shortened considerably, a probable cause is that the battery pack has reached the end of its life. Please buy a new battery pack. •The battery life varies according to storage and operating conditions, and environment for each
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    , depending on the design of the wall outlet [b]. AC-L10A/L10B/L10C [a] [b] Your camcorder is an NTSC system based camcorder. If you want to view the playback picture on a TV, it must be an NTSC system based TV with Video/Audio input jack. The following shows TV color systems used overseas
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    , or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or your camcorder may not operate correctly. If there is moisture inside your camcorder, the beep sounds and the % indicator flashes. When the Z indicator flashes at the same time, the cassette is inserted in
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    LCD screen If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, we recommend using a LCD Cleaning Kit (optional) to clean the LCD If the above problem occurs, clean the video heads with the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (optional). Check the picture and if the above problem persists, repeat cleaning
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    •Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC power adaptor). •For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in these operating instructions. •If any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating
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    information and precautions Built-in light (CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only) •Do not knock or remove dust. If there are fingerprints on the lens, remove them with a soft cloth. •Clean the camcorder body with a dry soft cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution.
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    in the battery compartment carefully before replacing the batteries. •If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water. •If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a doctor. If any problem occurs, unplug your camcorder and contact your nearest Sony dealer
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    TRV308/ TRV408: 850 g (1 lb 14 oz) CCD-TRV608: 870 g (1 lb 14 oz) main unit only CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308: 990 g (2 lb 3 oz) CCD-TRV408/TRV608: 1.0 kg (2 lb 3 oz) including the battery pack NP-FM30, 120 min. Hi8 cassette, lens cap and shoulder strap Supplied accessories See page 10. AC power adaptor
  • Sony CCD TRV608 | Operating Instructions - Page 90
    Specifications Battery pack Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 5.0 Wh (700 mAh) Operating temperature 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Dimensions (approx.) 38.2 × 20.5 × 55.6 mm (1 9/
  • Sony CCD TRV608 | Operating Instructions - Page 91
    - Quick Reference - Identifying the parts and controls Camcorder 1 7 2 8 3 9 4 5 q; 6 1 Eyecup 2 Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 23) 3 V BATT release lever (p. 11) 4 USB connector (p. 61) (CCD-TRV608 only) 5 OPEN button (p. 19) qa 6 SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 16, 67) 7 Power zoom lever (p. 22)
  • Sony CCD TRV608 | Operating Instructions - Page 92
    (CCD-TRV107/TRV408 only) qj NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 26) qk Display window (p. 97) ql Microphone (p. 19) w; Tripod receptacle (base) Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage your camcorder. 92
  • Sony CCD TRV608 | Operating Instructions - Page 93
    Identifying the parts and controls wa ws wd wf wg wh wa VOLUME +*/- buttons (p. 29) ws Speaker wd LCD screen (p. 19) wf EXPOSURE button (p. 40) wg TITLE button (p. 42, 44) wh EASY DUBBING button (p. 51) wj DISPLAY button (p. 30) * This button has a tactile dot.
  • Sony CCD TRV608 | Operating Instructions - Page 94
    Identifying the parts and controls ef eg eh ef DATE button (p. 27) eg TIME button* (p. 27) eh COUNTER RESET button (p. 20) * This button has a tactile dot. 94
  • Sony CCD TRV608 | Operating Instructions - Page 95
    S VIDEO OUT jack (p. 32, 49, 51) Fastening the grip strap Fasten the grip strap firmly. ra rs rd rf rs Built-in light (p. 46) (CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/ TRV608 only) rd A/V OUT jack (p. 32, 49) rf RFU DC OUT (RFU adaptor DC output) jack (p. 32) Attaching the lens cap Attach the lens
  • Sony CCD TRV608 | Operating Instructions - Page 96
    2 size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and - polarities on the batteries to the + - marks inside the battery compartment. Notes on the are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control unintentional operations. If you use another Sony VCR in the commander mode
  • Sony CCD TRV608 | Operating Instructions - Page 97
    window 2 wd FULL 3 AM PM wf Quick Reference 1 Recording mode indicator (p. 70)/ Mirror mode indicator (p. 20) 2 Hi8 format indication (p. 24) 3 Remaining battery indicator*1) (p. 69) qs Manual focusing indicator (p. 41) CCD-TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only *2) CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/ TRV608 only 97
  • Sony CCD TRV608 | Operating Instructions - Page 98
    cable 32, 49, 55 BACK LIGHT 25 Battery pack 11 BEEP 72 BOUNCE 35 C, D Charging battery 12 Charging the built-in rechargeable battery Hi8 system 80 I, J, K, L "InfoLITHIUM" battery ..... 81 Infrared rays emitter 26 LCD screen 20 LP mode 70 M, N Manual color systems 83 USB Streaming 59 VF
  • Sony CCD TRV608 | Operating Instructions - Page 99
  • Sony CCD TRV608 | Operating Instructions - Page 100
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©2002 Sony Corporation
Model No.
CCD-TRV
Model No.
AC-
Serial No.
Serial No.
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the
serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
3-072-314-
13
(1)
CCD-TRV608
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/
TRV408/TRV608
Video Camera
Recorder