Sony CCD-TRV98 Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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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. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. CCD-TRV Model No. AC-L Serial No. Serial No. CCD-TRV98 CCD-TRV49 - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 2
of this Sony Handycam VisionTM camcorder. With your Handycam Vision, you can capture life's precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam Vision is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use. You will soon be producing home video that you - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 3
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions the user is - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 4
39) or general night views •Shooting backlit power in D ZOOM in the menu settings. ) D ZOOM [MENU] (p. 52) •Focusing manually Manual 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 - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 5
the menu settings 51 Troubleshooting Types of trouble and their solutions 57 Self-diagnosis display 61 Warning indicators and messages ...... 62 Additional Information Usable cassettes and playback modes 64 About "InfoLITHIUM" battery 65 Using your camcorder abroad 66 Maintenance information - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 6
the page in parentheses "( )" for more information. Connecting the power cord (p. 16) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 11). Open the DC IN jack cover. Connect the plug with its v mark facing up. AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette (p. 19) 1 Open the lid of - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 7
CAMERA Quick Start Guide 3 Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. The picture appears on the LCD screen. 4 Press the red button. Your camcorder starts recording. To stop recording, press the red button again. OFF (CHARGE) PLAYER POWER CAMERA Viewfinder When the LCD panel is closed, use - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 8
. Any differences in operation are clearly indicated in the text, for example, "CCD-TRV98 only." As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on your camcorder are shown in capital letters. e.g. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. When you carry out an operation, you can hear a beep sound to - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 9
to malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired [a]. • Never leave your camcorder exposed to temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. • Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. Exposing the LCD screen - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 10
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 - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 11
Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Install the battery pack to use your camcorder outdoors. 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 BATT RELEASE down. - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 12
more information about "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the plug's v mark facing up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. (4) Set - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 13
into contact with the metal parts of the DC plug of the AC power adaptor. This may cause a short-circuit, damaging the AC power adaptor. •Keep the battery pack dry. •When the battery pack is not to be used for a long time, charge the battery pack fully, and then use it until it fully discharges - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 14
515 285 610 335 720 395 CCD-TRV98 Battery pack NP-F330 (supplied) NP- battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment. ** Approximate number of minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/ stop, zooming and turning the power on/off. The actual battery - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 15
time with LCD closed 145 260 295 525 610 825 930 1090 CCD-TRV98 Battery pack NP-F330 (supplied) NP-F530 NP-F550 NP-F730 NP- 1090 Approximate number of minutes when you use a fully charged battery pack The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment. What is - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 16
the power cord is not plugged into a wall outlet. •Place the AC power adaptor near a wall outlet. While using the AC power adaptor, if any 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 - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 17
Set the date and time settings when you use your camcorder for the first time. If you do not use your camcorder for about 4 months, the date and time month, the day, the hour and then the minute. (1) While your camcorder is in CAMERA mode, press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 18
follows: 1995 T t 2001 T t 2079 Auto date function When you use your camcorder for the first time, turn it on and reset the date and time (Auto date function). This function works only once a day. Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle. - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 19
a cassette When you want to record in the Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassettes . (1) Prepare the power supply (p. 11). (2) Open the lid of not be closed when you press any part of the cassette compartment other than the mark. • Do not pick up your camcorder by holding the lid of the cassette - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 20
and insert a cassette. See "Step 1" to "Step 3" for more information (p. 11 to 19). (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 viewfinder automatically turns off. (5) Press - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 21
it to CAMERA again. To set the counter to 0:00:00 Press COUNTER RESET (p. 76). After recording (1) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHARGE). (2) Close the LCD panel. (3) Eject the cassette. (4) Attach the lens cap. After using your camcorder Remove the battery pack from your camcorder to avoid turning - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 22
If this happens, we recommend that you use the viewfinder. Picture in the mirror mode The picture on the LCD is a mirror-image. However, the picture will be normal when recorded. During recording in the mirror mode DATE and TIME on your camcorder do not work. Indicators in the mirror mode •The STBY - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 23
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 than 20× is performed digitally. To activate digital zoom, select the digital zoom power in D ZOOM in the menu settings. (p. 52) The picture quality deteriorates as - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 24
Recording a picture To record pictures with the viewfinder - adjusting the viewfinder If you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. Lift up the - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 25
Hi8 format. Recording mode indicator STBY/REC indicator 40min REC 0:00:01 Tape counter indicator Remaining tape indicator This appears after you insert a cassette and record or play back for a while. Remaining battery background, use the backlight function. Press BACK LIGHT in CAMERA mode. The - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 26
subject in a dark place. For example, you can satisfactorily record the environment of nocturnal animals for observation when you use this function. While your camcorder is in CAMERA mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON. and "NIGHTSHOT" indicators flash on the screen. To cancel the NightShot function, slide - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 27
the screen superimposed on the picture. Carry out the following operations in CAMERA mode. Press DATE to record the date. Press TIME to record camcorder, the clock setting is set to off. Set the date and time to your local time before using (p. 17). Note The date and time indicators recorded manually - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 28
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 the - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 29
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 The speaker on your camcorder is silent when the LCD panel is closed. 4 REW 5 PLAY 2 POWER PLAYER OFF (CHARGE) CAMERA 3 To stop - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 30
23 degrees [b]. [a] [b] 23° To control the display of the screen indicators Press DISPLAY on your camcorder or the Remote Commander (CCD-TRV49/TRV78/ TRV98 only) supplied with your camcorder. The indicators appear on the LCD screen. To make the indicators disappear, press DISPLAY again. DISPLAY - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 31
Playing back a tape Various playback modes To operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to PLAYER. To view a still picture (playback press N. If slow playback lasts for about 1 minute (CCD-TRV49/TRV78/TRV98 only) Your camcorder automatically returns to normal speed. When you play back a - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 32
outlet using the AC power adaptor (p. 16). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV. Open the jack cover. Connect your camcorder to the TV using the A/V connecting cable. Then, set the TV/VCR selector on the TV to VCR. : Signal flow S VIDEO OUT A/ V OUT Yellow IN S VIDEO Black VIDEO AUDIO - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 33
Playback - Basics Viewing the recording on TV Using the AV cordless IR receiver - CCD-TRV98 only Once you connect the AV cordless IR receiver (optional) to your TV or VCR, you can easily view the picture on your TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the AV cordless IR receiver. - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 34
- Advanced Recording Operations - Using the wide mode 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], - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 35
Using the wide mode In CAMERA mode, set 16:9WIDE to CINEMA or 16:9FULL in (p. 52). in the menu settings MENU To cancel the wide mode Set 16:9WIDE to OFF in the menu settings. If the wide mode is set to 16:9FULL (CCD-TRV68/TRV78/TRV88/TRV98 camcorder to the standby mode and then set 16:9WIDE to - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 36
Using the fader function You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. [a] STBY REC FADER M.FADER (mosaic) STRIPE BOUNCE (Fade in only) [b] - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 37
flashing. After the fade in/out is carried out, your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode. 1 FADER FADER Advanced Recording operating the fader function if they are not needed. While using the bounce function, you cannot use the following functions: - Focus - Zoom - Picture effect - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 38
Using special effects - Picture [f] : The picture expands horizontally. [a] [b] [c] [d] [e] [f] (1) In CAMERA mode, select P EFFECT in in the menu settings. (p. 52). (2) Select the in the menu settings. When you turn the power off Your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode. 38 - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 39
Advanced Recording Operations Using the PROGRAM AE function You can select PROGRAM AE (Auto recording sunsets, general night views, fireworks displays and neon signs. Landscape This mode is for when you are recording distant subjects such as mountains and prevents your camcorder from focusing on - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 40
Using the PROGRAM AE function (1) In CAMERA mode, select PROGRAM AE in in the menu settings (p. 52 . •In the sunset & moon and landscape modes, your camcorder is set to focus only on distant subjects. •The bounce function with FADER does not work in the PROGRAM AE mode. •While setting NIGHTSHOT to ON - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 41
(e.g. night scenes) faithfully (1) In CAMERA mode, press EXPOSURE. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the brightness. 1 EXPOSURE 2 To return to the automatic exposure mode Press EXPOSURE again. Note When you adjust the exposure manually, the backlight function does not work. Your camcorder - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 42
sky •When you want to change the focus from a subject in the foreground to a subject in the background •Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod (1) In CAMERA mode, press FOCUS. The 9 indicator appears. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to sharpen focus. FOCUS To return to the autofocus mode - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 43
select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles (p. 45). You can also select the language, color, size and position of titles. VACATION (1) In CAMERA mode, press TITLE to display the title menu. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (3) Select the desired title - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 44
the menu or title menu while superimposing a title The title is not recorded while the menu or title menu is displayed. To use the custom title If you want to use the custom title, select in step 2. Title setting •The title color changes as follows : WHITE y YELLOW y VIOLET y RED y CYAN y GREEN - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 45
Advanced Recording Operations 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 the dial. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 46
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 (CHARGE) once, and turn it to CAMERA again, then proceed last character is erased. To enter a space Select [ Z& ? ! ], then select the blank part. 46 - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 47
can use the built-in light to suit your shooting situation. The recommended distance between the subject and camcorder is about 1.5 m (5 feet). Press LIGHT until the indicator appears on the screen while your camcorder is in CAMERA mode. The built-in light turns on. If you turn the POWER switch - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 48
use. •When you do not use your camcorder, turn the built-in light off and remove the battery working, the built-in light is turned off. •When you use the Use the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp (optional). The supplied halogen lamp is not on the market. Purchase the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp. Remove the power - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 49
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 touch the bulb until the bulb becomes cool enough to handle (for about 30 minutes - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 50
camcorder. (2) Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR for more information. (3) Set the POWER support the following systems 8 mm, Hi8, Digital8, VHS, S-VHS, VHSC, Betamax, ED Betamax, mini DV or DV S-VHSC, Connect using an S video cable - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 51
- 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 settings can be partially changed. First, select the icon, then the menu item and then the mode. (1) In CAMERA or PLAYER mode - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 52
for camera-shake To cancel the SteadyShot function. Natural pictures are produced when shooting a stationary object with a tripod. To use the NightShot Light function (p. 26) To cancel the NightShot Light function POWER switch CAMERA CAMERA CAMERA CAMERA CAMERA CAMERA * CCD-TRV68/TRV78/TRV88/TRV98 - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 53
. Your camcorder prevents excessive compensation for camera-shake. In more than 5 minutes after removing the power source The "EDIT" and "COMMANDER" (CCD-TRV49/TRV78/TRV98 only) items are returned to their default settings. The other menu items are held in memory even when the battery is removed - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 54
Meaning POWER switch REC MODE z SP To record in SP (Standard Play) mode CAMERA LP To increase the recording time to twice the SP mode ORC TO SET -- To automatically adjust the recording condition to get the best possible recording. Press START/STOP to start adjustment. Your camcorder - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 55
You cannot select DEMO MODE when a cassette is inserted in your camcorder. • DEMO MODE is set to STBY (Standby) at the factory and the demonstration starts about 10 minutes after you have set the POWER switch to CAMERA without a cassette inserted. To cancel the demonstration, insert a cassette, set - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 56
ON OFF Meaning POWER switch To set CAMERA To show the display on the TV screen, LCD screen and viewfinder To light up the camera recording lamp at the front of your camcorder CAMERA To turn the camera recording lamp off so that the subject is not aware of the recording * CCD-TRV49/TRV78/TRV98 - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 57
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 - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 58
Types of trouble and their solutions Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions An unknown picture is displayed on the screen. • If 10 minutes elapse after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or DEMO MODE is set to ON in the menu settings without a cassette inserted, your camcorder automatically - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 59
Troubleshooting Types of trouble and their solutions In the recording and playback modes Symptom The power does not turn on. The end search function does not work. The battery pack is quickly discharged. The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time. The power goes off - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 60
1 hour to acclimatize. (p. 67) • Some troubles have occurred in your camcorder. c Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate your camcorder. No funciton works though the power is on. • Disconnect the Connecting plate of the AC adaptor or remove the battery, then reconnect it in about - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 61
Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (optional). (p. 68) • A malfunction other than the above that you can service has occurred. c Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate your camcorder. c Disconnect the power cord of the AC power adaptor or remove the battery pack - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 62
video heads are dirty Slow flashing: •You need to clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (optional) (p. 68). The battery is dead or nearly dead Slow flashing: •The battery Fast flashing: •Eject the cassette, turn off your camcorder, and leave it for about 1 hour with the cassette - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 63
" Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (p. 65) BATTERY ONLY • CLEANING CASSETTE The video heads working. This message is displayed in white. (p. 54) • Q NO TAPE • Q TAPE END Insert a cassette tape.* The tape has reached the end of the tape.* * You hear the melody or beep sound. Troubleshooting - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 64
and playback modes 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 are carried out in - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 65
and an AC power adaptor. The "InfoLITHIUM" battery calculates the power consumption according to the operating conditions of your camcorder, and displays the remaining battery time in minutes. Charging the battery • Be sure to charge the battery before you start using your camcorder. • We recommend - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 66
with the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. When charging the battery pack, use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b]. AC-L10A/L10B/L10C [a] [b] Your camcorder is an NTSC system - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 67
occurs None of the functions except cassette ejection will work. Eject the cassette, turn off your camcorder, and leave it for about 1 hour with the cassette compartment open. Your camcorder can be used again if the % indicator does not appear when the power is turned on again. Note on moisture - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 68
video heads with a cleaning cassette, the video heads may have worn down due to long use. If this is the case, they must be replaced with new heads. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service and operating your camcorder about once per month to keep your camcorder in an optimum state - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 69
blower for a still camera. (3) Turn the camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC power adaptor). •For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in this operating instructions. •If any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 70
the sand or dust. Sand or dust may cause your camcorder to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired. AC power adaptor •Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when you are not using the unit for a long time. To disconnect the power cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 71
Maintenance information and precautions Battery pack • Use only the specified charger or video equipment with the charging function. • To prevent an accidental short circuit, do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals. • Keep the battery pack away from fire - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 72
can be shot with General Power requirements 7.2 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 - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 73
8 BATT RELEASE lever (p. 11) 9 POWER switch (p. 20) q; START/STOP button (p. 20) qa Hooks for shoulder strap (p. 75) qs DC IN jack (p. 12, 16) This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony video products. When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recommends that you purchase - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 74
Identifying the parts and controls qd qf qk ql qg qh w; 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. - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 75
Identifying the parts and controls ws wd wf wg ws Speaker wd LCD screen (p. 21) wf MENU button (p. 51) wg BACK LIGHT button (p. 25) wl FOCUS button (p. 42) Attaching the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap supplied with your camcorder to the hooks for the shoulder strap. Quick Reference 75 - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 76
Identifying the parts and controls ef eg eh e; ej ea ek es ed el e; DATE button (p. 27) ea DISPLAY button (p. 30) es TITLE button (p. 43) ed VOLUME buttons (p. - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 77
the parts and controls r; ra rs r; EJECT button (p. 19) ra Cassette compartment (p. 19) rs Grip strap rd S VIDEO OUT jack (p. 32) Fastening the grip strap Fasten the grip strap firmly. rd rf rg rh rf Built-in light (p. 47) rg A/V OUT jack (p. 32) rh RFU DC OUT (RFU adaptor DC output) jack - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 78
, the Remote Commander may not function properly. •Your camcorder works in the commander mode VTR 2. Commander modes 1, 2 and 3 are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in the commander mode VTR 2, we recommend - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 79
the parts and controls Mirror mode indicator (p. 21) 2 Hi8 format indicator 3 Remaining battery time indicator (p. 25) 4 Exposure indicator CCD- TRV68/TRV78/TRV88/TRV98 only) (p. 52) qs Manual focusing indicator (p. 42) qd Built-in light indicator (p. 47) qf STBY/REC indicator (p. 20)/Video - Sony CCD-TRV98 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 80
Index A, B AC power adaptor 12 Adjusting viewfinder 24 A/V connecting cable 32, 50 BACK LIGHT 25 Battery pack 11 Beep 56 BOUNCE 36 C, D Charging battery 12 Charging the built-in rechargeable lithium cell .... 69 Clock set 17 DEMO 55 DISPLAY 30 DNR 53 Dubbing a tape 50 E Earphone jack
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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. Refer to these numbers
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
CCD-TRV98