Sony CCD-TRV99, CCD-TRV95 User Manual

3-862-052-12 (1)

Video Camera

Recorder

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.

Model No. CCD-TRV					Model No. AC-L
Serial No.					Serial No.

CCD-TRV99

CCD-TRV95/TRV99

©1998 by Sony Corporation

Welcome!

Congratulations on your purchase 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 can enjoy for years to come.

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY.

LITHIUM ION BATTERY.

DISPOSE OF PROPERLY.

You can return your unwanted lithium ion batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center.

Note: In some areas the disposal of lithium ion batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited.

For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only)

For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you call 416-499-SONY (Canada only)

Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion battery.

For the customers in the U.S.A.

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to 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, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

—Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

—Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

For the customers in CANADA

CAUTION

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

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Table of contents
Before you begin
Using this manual ...................................	4
Checking supplied accessories ..............	6
Getting started
Installing and charging the battery pack
.............................................................	7
Inserting a cassette ................................	11
Basic operations
Camera recording .................................	12
Using the zoom feature .................	15
Selecting the START/STOP mode
....................................................	16
Shooting with the LCD screen ......	17
Letting the subject monitor the shot
(Mirror mode) ..........................	18
Hints for better shooting ......................	19
Checking the recorded picture ............	21
Playing back a tape ...............................	22
Searching for the end of the picture ...	26
Advanced operations
Using alternative power sources ........	27
Using the house current ................	27
Changing the mode settings ................	30
– for camera recording –
Shooting with backlighting .................	35
Using the FADER function ..................	36
Shooting in the dark (NightShot) .......	39
Photo recording (CCD-TRV99 only) ..	40
Using the wide mode function ............	42
Using the PROGRAM AE function ....	44
Superimposing a still picture on a
moving picture (CCD-TRV99 only)
...........................................................	46
Recording still pictures successively
(CCD-TRV99 only) .........................	47
Replacing a brighter portion of a still
picture with a moving picture
(CCD-TRV99 only) .........................	48
Adding an incidental image to pictures
(CCD-TRV99 only) .........................	49
Using slow shutter (CCD-TRV99 only)
...........................................................	50

Adding an old movie type atmosphere
to pictures (CCD-TRV99 only) .....	51
Focusing manually ................................	52
Enjoying picture effect .........................	54
Adjusting the exposure ........................	56
Superimposing a title ...........................	58
Making your own titles ........................	60
Re-recording a picture in the middle
of a recorded tape (CCD-TRV99
only) .................................................	62
Recording with the date/time ............	63
Optimizing the recording condition ..	64
Releasing the STEADY SHOT function
...........................................................	65
– for playback/editing –
Watching on a TV screen .....................	66
Enjoying digital effect during playback
(CCD-TRV99 only) .........................	68
Searching the boundaries of recorded
date (CCD-TRV99 only) ................	69
Returning to a pre-registered position
(CCD-TRV99 only) .........................	71
Locating the marking position
(CCD-TRV99 only) .........................	72
Writing the RC Time code on a recorded
tape (CCD-TRV99 only) ................	76
Editing onto another tape ....................	78
Recording from a VCR or TV ..............	79
Additional information
Changing the lithium battery in the
camcorder ........................................	81
Resetting the date and time .................	83
Simple setting of clock by time
difference .........................................	84
Usable cassettes and playback modes 85
Tips for using the battery pack ...........	86
Maintenance information and
precautions ......................................	89
Using your camcorder abroad ............	93
Trouble check ........................................	94
Self-diagnosis display ..........................	97
Specifications .........................................	98
Identifying the parts .............................	99
Warning indicators .............................	106
Index .....................................................	107

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Before you begin

Using this manual

The instructions in this manual are for the two models listed below. Before you start reading this manual and operating the unit, check your model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder. The CCD-TRV99 is the model used for illustration purposes. Otherwise, the model name is indicated in the illustrations. Any differences in operation are clearly indicated in the text, for example, “CCD-TRV99 only.”

As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the camcorder are shown in capital letters.

e.g. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.

You can hear the beep sound to confirm your operation.

Types of differences

CCD-	TRV95	TRV99
Photo mode	—	r
Digital effect functions	—	r
Fader function	r	r
Overlap	—	r
Wipe	—	r
Auto date	r	—
Index	—	r
Zero memory	—	r
RC time code	—	r
Data Code	—	r
Data Search/Scan	—	r

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Using this manual

Note on TV color systems

TV color systems differ from country to country. To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV.

Precaution on copyright

Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the copyright laws.

Precautions on camcorder care

•The LCD screen and/or the color viewfinder are manufactured using highprecision technology. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and/or in the viewfinder. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recorded picture in any way. Over 99.99% are

operational for effective use.

•Do not let the camcorder get wet. Keep the camcorder away from rain and sea water. Letting the camcorder get wet may cause the unit to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired [a].

•Never leave the camcorder exposed to temperatures above 140°F (60°C ), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b].

begin you Before

[a]

[b]

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Checking supplied accessories

Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder.

1 RMT-717	RMT-708	2
	or
3	4	5	6
7	8	9

1Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 103)

RMT-717: CCD-TRV99 RMT-708: CCD-TRV95

2AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor

(1), Power cord (1) (p. 8, 27)

3 NP-F330 Battery pack (1) (p. 7, 27)

4CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p. 81) The lithium battery is already installed in your camcorder.

5Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 104)

6 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 66)

7 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 99)

8 Battery case (1) (p. 28)

9Video IR light (1)/Screwdriver (1) CCD-TRV99 only

Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, video tape, etc.

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Getting started

Installing and charging the battery pack

Before using your camcorder, you first need to install and charge the battery pack. This camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery.

“InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

Installing the battery pack

(1) Lift up the viewfinder.

(2) While pressing BATT RELEASE, slide the battery terminal cover in the direction of the arrow.

(3) Install the battery pack in the direction of the $mark on the battery pack. Slide the battery pack down until it catches on the battery release lever and clicks. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder securely.

1	2	3
		BATT RELEASE

Note on the battery pack

Do not carry the camcorder by grasping the battery pack.

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Installing and charging the battery pack

Charging the battery pack

Charge the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration. The battery pack is charged a little in the factory.

(1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the supplied AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack with the plug’s 4mark up.

(2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.

(4) Slide the POWER switch to OFF. Remaining battery time is indicated by the minutes on the display window. Charging begins.

When the remaining battery indicator becomes ı, normal charge is completed. For full charge, which allows you to use the battery longer than usual, leave the battery pack attached for about 1 hour after normal charge is completed until FULL appears in the display window.

Before using the camcorder with the battery pack, unplug the AC power adaptor from the DC IN jack of the camcorder. You can also use the battery pack before it is completely charged.

POWER

CAMERA

OFF

VTR

Notes

•“– – – min” appears in the display window until the camcorder calculates remaining battery time.

•Remaining battery time indication in the display window roughly indicates the recording time with the viewfinder. Use it as a guide. It may differ from the actual recording time.

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Installing and charging the battery pack

Charging time

	Battery	NP-F330	NP-F530/F550	NP-F730/F730H/	NP-F930/F950
	pack	(supplied)		F750
	Charging	150	210	300	390
	time* (min.)	(90)	(150)	(240)	(330)

The time required for a normal charge is indicated in parentheses.

*Approximate minutes to charge an empty battery pack using the supplied AC power adaptor. (Lower temperatures require a longer charging time.)

Battery life

Upper numbers are the time when recording with the viewfinder. Lower numbers are the time when recording with the LCD screen. Using both will further reduce recording time.

CCD-TRV95

	Battery	NP-F330		NP-F530		NP-F550		NP-F730	NP-F730H	NP-F930	NP-F950
	pack	(supplied)							/F750
	Continuous	125	(110)	215	(190)	250	(220)	430 (385)	510 (460)	680 (610)	780 (700)
	recording
		85	(75)	135	(120)	165	(150)	285 (255)	345 (305)	450 (405)	525 (470)
	time*
	Typical	65	(55)	110	(100)	130	(115)	225 (200)	270 (240)	360 (320)	410 (370)
	recording
		45	(40)	70	(65)	90	(80)	155 (140)	185 (165)	245 (220)	285 (255)
	time**
	Playing
	time on	85	(75)	135	(120)	165	(150)	285 (255)	345 (305)	450 (405)	525 (470)
	LCD
	CCD-TRV99
	Battery	NP-F330		NP-F530		NP-F550		NP-F730	NP-F730H	NP-F930	NP-F950
	pack	(supplied)							/F750
	Continuous	125	(110)	215	(190)	250	(220)	430 (385)	510 (460)	680 (610)	780 (700)
	recording
		85	(75)	135	(120)	165	(150)	285 (255)	345 (305)	450 (405)	525 (470)
	time*
	Typical	65	(55)	110	(100)	130	(115)	225 (200)	270 (240)	360 (320)	410 (370)
	recording
		45	(40)	70	(65)	90	(80)	155 (140)	185 (165)	245 (220)	285 (255)
	time**
	Playing
	time on	80	(70)	130	(115)	160	(145)	280 (250)	335 (295)	435 (390)	510 (460)
	LCD

Numbers in parentheses indicate the time when you use a normally charged battery. Battery life will be shorter if you use the camcorder in a cold environment.

*Approximate continuous recording time at 77°F (25°C).

**Approximate minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/stop, zooming and turning the power on/off. The actual battery life may be shorter.

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Installing and charging the battery pack

Notes on remaining battery time indication during recording

•Remaining battery time is displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. However, the indication may not be displayed properly, depending on using conditions and circumstances.

•When you close the LCD panel and open it again, it takes about 1 minute for the correct remaining time to be displayed.

To remove the battery pack

While pressing BATT RELEASE, slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow.

BATT RELEASE

You can look at the demonstration of the functions available with this camcorder (p. 33).

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Inserting a cassette

Make sure that the power source is installed. When you want to record in the Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassette H.

(1) While pressing the small blue button on the EJECT switch, slide it in the direction of the arrow. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens.

(2) Insert a cassette with the window facing out.

(3) Close the cassette compartment by pressing the “PUSH” mark on the cassette compartment. The cassette compartment automatically goes down.

1	2	3
	EJECT	PUSH

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To eject the cassette

While pressing the small blue button on the EJECT switch, slide it in the direction of the arrow.

To prevent accidental erasure

Slide the tab on the cassette to expose the red mark. If you insert the cassette with the red mark exposed and close the cassette compartment, the beeps sound for a while. If you try to record with the red mark exposed, the and 6indicators flash, and you cannot record.

To re-record on this tape, slide the tab back out covering the red mark.

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Basic operations

Camera recording

Make sure that the power source is installed and a cassette is inserted and that the START/STOP MODE switch inside the LCD panel is set to . Before you record onetime events, you may want to make a trial recording to make sure that the camcorder is working correctly.

When you use the camcorder for the first time, power on it and reset the date and time to your time before you start recording (p. 83). The date is automatically recorded for 10 seconds after you start recording (AUTO DATE feature). This feature works only once a day. (CCD-TRV95 only)

(1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to CAMERA.

(2) Turn STANDBY up to STANDBY.

(3) Press START/STOP. The camcorder starts recording. The “REC” indicator appears. The camera recording/battery lamp located on the front of the camcorder also lights up.

1

POWER

CAMERA

OFF

VTR

2

OCK

L

S

T

A

N

DBY

START/STOP

3

OCK

L

S

T

A

N

DBY

START/STOP

40min HSP STBY 0:00:00

40min HSP REC 0:00:01

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Camera recording

To stop recording momentarily [a]

Press START/STOP again. The “STBY” indicator appears in the viewfinder (Standby mode).

To finish recording [b]

Press START/STOP again. Turn STANDBY down to LOCK and set the POWER switch to OFF. Then, eject the cassette.

[a]

STBY 0:35:20

OCK

L

S

T

A

N

DBY

START/STOP

[b]

OCK

L

S

T

A

N

DBY

START/STOP

OCK

L

S

T

A

N

DBY

START/STOP

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Note

There is a little wear on the battery pack which is installed with the camcorder. However, for getting remaining battery time indicated correctly, leave the battery pack installed after use.

To focus the viewfinder lens

If you cannot see the indicators in the viewfinder clearly, or after someone else has used the camcorder, focus the viewfinder lens. Move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever so that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus.

Note on the lighting aperture

If direct sunlight enters the lighting aperture, the picture in the viewfinder appears brighter. When this happens, colors in the viewfinder may change.

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Camera recording

Note on Standby mode

If you leave the camcorder in Standby mode for 5 minutes while the cassette is inserted, the camcorder turns off automatically for saving battery power as well as for preventing the battery and tape from wearing down. To resume Standby mode, turn STANDBY down and up again. To start recording, press START/STOP.

Note on recording

When you record from the beginning of a tape, run the tape for about 15 seconds before starting the actual recording. This will ensure that you won’t miss any start-up scenes when you play back the tape.

Notes on the tape counter

•The tape counter indicates the recording or playback time. Use it as a guide. There will be a time lag of several seconds from the actual time. To set the counter to zero, press COUNTER RESET.

•If the tape is recorded in SP and LP modes mixed, the tape counter shows incorrect recording time. When you intend to edit the tape using the tape counter as a guide, record in same (SP or LP) mode.

Note on the beep sound

The beep sounds when you operate the camcorder. Several beeps also sound as a warning of any unusual condition of the camcorder.

Note that the beep sound is not recorded on the tape. If you do not want to hear the beep sound, select “OFF” in the menu system.

Note on the AUTO DATE feature

– CCD-TRV95 only

The clock is set to East Coast Standard Time at the factory. You can reset the clock in the menu system. You can change the AUTO DATE settings by selecting ON or OFF in the menu system. The AUTO DATE feature shows the date automatically once a day. However, the date may automatically appear more than once a day when:

–you reset the date and time.

–you eject and insert the tape again.

–you stop recording within 10 seconds.

–you set AUTO DATE to OFF once and set it to ON again in the menu system.

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Camera recording

Using the zoom feature

Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the scene.

For more professional-looking recordings, use the zoom function sparingly. “T” side: for telephoto (subject appears closer)

“W” side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away)

W

T

W

T

W

T

operations Basic

Zooming speed (Variable speed zooming)

Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom, move it further for a faster zoom.

When you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoom

If you cannot get a sharp focus while in extreme telephoto zoom, move the power zoom lever to the “W” side until the focus is sharp. You can shoot a subject that is at least about 2 5/8 feet (about 80 cm) away from the lens surface in the telephoto position, or about 1/2 inch (about 1 cm) away in the wide-angle position.

Notes on digital zoom

•More than 18x zoom is performed digitally, and the picture quality deteriorates as you go toward the “T” side. If you do not want to use the digital zoom, set the D ZOOM function to OFF in the menu system.

•The right side [a] of the power zoom indicator shows the digital zooming zone, and the left side [b] shows the optical zooming zone. If you set the D ZOOM function to OFF, the [a] zone disappears.

W T

W T

[b][a]

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Camera recording

Selecting the START/STOP mode

Your camcorder has three modes. These modes enable you to take a series of quick shots resulting in a lively video.

(1) While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) Set START/STOP MODE to the desired mode.

: Recording starts when you press START/STOP, and stops when you press it again (normal mode).

ANTI GROUND SHOOTING : The camcorder records only while you press down START/STOP so that you can avoid recording unnecessary scenes. 5SEC: When you press START/STOP, the camcorder records for 5 seconds and then stops automatically.

(3) Turn STANDBY up to STANDBY and press START/STOP. Recording starts.

If you selected 5SEC, the tape counter disappears and five dots appear. The dots disappear at a rate of one per second as illustrated below.

2 START/STOP MODE

5 SEC

ANTI

GROUND

SHOOTING

1

3	CK
	O
	L
	S
	T
	A
	N
	D
	BY

START/STOP

STBY •••••

OCK

L

S
T
A
N
D
BY
START/STOP
REC •••••	REC	•

To extend the recording time in 5SEC mode

Press START/STOP again before all the dots disappear. Recording continues for about 5 seconds from the moment you press START/STOP.

Notes on START/STOP mode

•If you have turned off the indicators on the LCD screen, the dots do not appear. •You cannot use FADER in 5SEC or mode.

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Camera recording

Shooting with the LCD screen

You can also record the picture while looking at the LCD screen.

When using the LCD screen, the viewfinder turns off automatically. You cannot monitor the sound from the speaker during recording.

(1) While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) Adjust the angle of the LCD panel.

The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to this side and about 210 degrees to the other side.

To adjust the brightness of the LCD screen, press LCD BRIGHT. + side: to brighten the LCD screen

– side: to dim the LCD screen

The battery life is longer when the LCD panel is closed. Use the viewfinder instead of the LCD screen to save the battery power.

1	2	°
	210
	LCD
	BRIGHT
2	1

90°

operations Basic

Backlighting the LCD screen

If the LCD screen is insufficiently illuminated even after adjusting LCD BRIGHT, select LCD B. L. in the menu system and set to BRIGHT. You can select LCD B. L. only while using the battery pack as a power source.

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Camera recording

Notes on the LCD panel

•When closing the LCD panel, turn it vertically until it clicks [a].

•When turning the LCD panel, turn it always vertically; otherwise, the camcorder body may be damaged or the LCD panel may not close properly [b].

•Close the LCD panel completely when not in use.

[a]

[b]

1

2

Letting the subject monitor the shot (Mirror mode)

You can turn the LCD panel over so that it faces the other way and you can let the subject monitor the shot while shooting with the viewfinder.

Turn the LCD panel vertically first until it clicks, then turn it over. The indicator appears on the LCD screen (Mirror mode) and the date and remaining tape indicators disappear.

To cancel mirror mode

Turn the LCD panel back toward the viewfinder.

Notes on mirror mode

•The picture on the LCD looks as a mirror-image while recording in mirror mode. The STBY indicator appears as Prand REC as r. The other indicators may not appear in mirror mode.

•While recording in mirror mode, you cannot operate the following buttons: ZERO MEM on the Remote Commander (CCD-TRV99 only), TITLE, DATE, TIME and MENU.

•The date appears in reverse when the AUTO DATE feature is turned on. When recorded, it will be normal. (CCD-TRV95 only)

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Hints for better shooting

For hand-held shots, you’ll get better results by holding the camcorder according to the following suggestions:

•Hold the camcorder firmly and secure it with the grip strap so that you can easily manipulate the controls with your thumb.

1

2 3

operations Basic

•Place your right elbow against your side.

•Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it. Be sure to not touch the builtin microphone.

•Place your eye firmly against the viewfinder eyecup.

•Use the viewfinder frame as a guide to determine the horizontal plane.

•You can also record in a low position to get an interesting angle. Lift the viewfinder up for recording from a low position [a].

•You can also record in a low position or even in a high position using the LCD panel

[b].

•When you use the LCD screen outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD screen may be difficult to see. If this happens, we recommend that you use the viewfinder.

[a]

[b]

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Hints for better shooting

Place the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripod

Try placing the camcorder on a table top or any other flat surface of suitable height. If you have a tripod for a still camera, you can also use it with the camcorder.

When attaching a non-Sony tripod, make sure that 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.

Cautions on the viewfinder and the LCD

•Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder or by the LCD panel [c].

•Do not place the camcorder so as to point the viewfinder or the LCD screen toward the sun. The inside of the viewfinder may be damaged. Be careful when placing the camcorder under sunlight or by a window [d].

[c]

[d]

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Checking the recorded picture

Using EDITSEARCH, you can review the last recorded scene or check the recorded picture in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.

(1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to CAMERA.

(2) Turn STANDBY up to STANDBY.

(3) Press the – (Œ) side of EDITSEARCH momentarily; the last few seconds of the recorded portion play back (Rec Review).

You can monitor the sound from the speaker or headphones.

Hold down the – side of EDITSEARCH until the camcorder goes back to the scene you want. The last recorded portion is played back. To go forward, hold down the + side (Edit Search).

1

POWER

CAMERA

OFF

VTR

3

EDITSEARCH

2

OCK

L

S

T

A

N

DBY

START/STOP

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EDITSEARCH

EDITSEARCH

To stop playback

Release EDITSEARCH.

To go back to the last recorded point after edit search

Press END SEARCH. The last recorded point is played back for about 5 seconds (10 seconds in LP mode) and stops. Note that this function does not work once you eject the cassette after you recorded on the tape.

To begin re-recording

Press START/STOP. Re-recording begins from the point you released EDITSEARCH. Provided you do not eject the cassette, the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene you record will be smooth.

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Playing back a tape

You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen.

(1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to VTR. The video control buttons light up.

(2) Insert the recorded tape with the window facing out.

(3) While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel. Adjust the angle of the LCD panel or the brightness of the LCD screen if necessary.

(4) Press 0to rewind the tape. (5) Press (to start playback.

(6) Adjust the volume using VOLUME and adjust the brightness of the LCD screen using LCD BRIGHT.

You can also monitor the picture on a TV screen, after connecting the camcorder to a TV or VCR.

1	POWER 2	4
	CAMERA
	OFF
	VTR

5

REW

PLAY

6

3	VOLUME

To stop playback, press p.

To rewind the tape, press 0.

To fast-forward the tape rapidly, press ).

LCD BRIGHT

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Playing back a tape

When monitoring on the LCD screen

You can turn the LCD panel over and move back to the camcorder with the LCD screen facing out [a]. You can adjust the angle of the LCD screen by turning the LCD screen up to 15 degrees [b].

[a]

[b]

15°

operations Basic

Using the remote commander

You can control playback using the supplied Remote Commander. Before using the Remote Commander, insert the size AA (R6) batteries.

Note on DISPLAY button

Press DISPLAY to display the screen indicators on the LCD screen. To erase the indicators, press DISPLAY again. If the POWER switch is set to CAMERA, you can erase the indicator by pressing DISPLAY.

Using headphones

Connect headphones (not supplied) to the 2jack. You can adjust the volume using VOLUME. When you use headphones, the speaker on the camcorder is silent.

To view the playback picture in the viewfinder

Close the LCD panel. The viewfinder turns on automatically. When using the viewfinder, you can monitor sound only by using headphones.

To view on the LCD screen again, open the LCD panel. The viewfinder turns off automatically.

Note on the lens cover

The lens cover does not open when the POWER switch is set to VTR. Do not open the lens cover manually. It may cause malfunction.

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Playing back a tape

Various playback modes

With CCD-TRV99, you can enjoy clear pictures during still, slow and picture search. With CCD-TRV95, you can enjoy clear pictures on the LCD screen during still, slow and picture search.

(Crystal-clear still/slow/picture search)

To view a still picture (playback pause)

Press Pduring playback. To resume playback, press Por (.

To locate a scene (picture search)

Keep pressing 0or )during playback. To resume normal playback, release the button.

To monitor the high-speed picture while advancing the tape or rewinding (skip scan)

Keep pressing 0while rewinding or )while advancing the tape. To resume normal playback, press (.

To view the picture at 1/5 speed (slow playback)

Press &on the Remote Commander during playback. To resume normal playback, press (. If slow playback lasts for about 1 minute, it shifts to normal speed automatically.

To view the picture at double speed

– CCD-TRV99 only

For double speed playback in the reverse direction, press '/<, then press x2 on the Remote Commander during playback. For double speed playback in the forward direction, press >/7, then press x2 during playback. To resume normal playback, press (.

To view the picture frame-by-frame

– CCD-TRV99 only

Press '/<or >/7on the Remote Commander in playback pause mode. If you keep pressing the button, you can view the picture at 1/30 speed. To resume normal playback, press (.

To change the playback direction

– CCD-TRV99 only

Press '/<on the Remote Commander for reverse direction or >/7on the Remote Commander for forward direction during playback. To resume normal playback, press (.

To select the playback sound

Change the “HiFi SOUND” mode setting in the menu system.

Notes on playback

•Noise may appear when you use the crystal-clear still/slow/picture search function to play back the tape recorded in LP mode.

•Streaks appear and the sound is muted in the various playback modes.

•When playback pause mode lasts for 5 minutes, the camcorder automatically enters stop mode.

•Horizontal noise appears at the center or top and bottom of the screen when you play back a tape in reverse. This is normal.

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Playing back a tape

Displaying the date or time when you recorded - Data Code

function

– CCD-TRV99 only

Even if you did not record the date or time when you were recording, you can display the date or time when you recorded (Data Code) on the TV during playback or editing. The Data Code is also displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD screen.

To display the date or time when you recorded

Press DATE or TIME on the camcorder. To make the date or time disappear, press it again.

To display the date and time when you recorded, press TIME (or DATE) after pressing DATE (or TIME). To make the date and time disappear, press DATE and TIME again.

To display simultaneously the date and time when you recorded

Press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander. To make the date and time disappear, press it again.

DATA CODE	DATE	TIME
	JUL 4 1998	10:13:02 AM
JUL 4 1998
10:13:02 AM

When bars (––:––:––) appear

•A blank portion of the tape is being played back.

•The tape was recorded by a camcorder without the Data Code function. •The tape was recorded by a camcorder without having date and time set. •The tape is unreadable due to tape damage or noise.

•The tape was recorded in LP mode.

•The tape is being played back in variable speed (Slow Playback, etc.) .

•An index signal is marked, the RC time code is written, or PCM after recording is made on the tape.

operations Basic

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Searching for the end of the picture

You can go to the end of the recorded portion after you record and play back the tape to make the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene smooth. The tape starts rewinding or fast-forwarding and the last 5 seconds (10 seconds in LP mode) of the recorded portion play back. Then the tape stops at the end of the recorded picture (End Search).

Note that the End Search function does not work once you eject the cassette after you have recorded on the tape.

(1) While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) Press END SEARCH.

This function works when the POWER switch is set to either CAMERA or VTR.

1	2

END

SEARCH

If you start recording after using END SEARCH

Occasionally, the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene may not be smooth.

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Advanced operations

Using alternative power sources

You can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack, house current, alkaline batteries and 12/24 V car battery. Choose the appropriate power source depending on where you want to use your camcorder.

Place	Power source	Accessory to be used
Indoors	House current	Supplied AC power adaptor
Outdoors	Battery pack	Battery pack NP-F330 (supplied), NP-F530, NP-
		F550, NP-F730, NP-F730H, NP-F750, NP-F930,
		NP-F950
	Size AA (LR6)	Supplied battery case
	Alkaline battery
In the car	12 V or 24 V car battery	Sony car battery charger DC-V515A

Notes on power sources

•Disconnecting the power source or removing the battery pack during recording or playback may damage the inserted tape.

•The DC IN jack has source priority. This means that the battery pack cannot supply any power if the power cord is connected to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is not plugged into a wall outlet.

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 power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.

operations Advanced

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2, 3

WARNING

The power cord must only be changed at a qualified service shop.

PRECAUTION

The set is not disconnected from the AC power source (house current) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the set itself has been turned off.

Note

Keep the AC power adaptor away from the camcorder if the picture is disturbed.

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Using alternative power sources

Using alkaline batteries

Use the battery case (supplied) and six size AA (LR6) Sony Alkaline batteries (not supplied).

(1) Remove the battery holder from the battery case.

(2) Insert six new alkaline batteries into the battery holder, following the marking on the holder to be sure the batteries are installed in the correct direction.

(3) Insert the battery holder with the alkaline batteries.

(4) Insert the battery case with the alkaline batteries to the battery mounting surface of the camcorder in the same way as the battery pack.

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2

3

Battery life

Using alkaline batteries at 77°F (25°C).

Upper numbers are the time when recording with the viewfinder. Lower numbers are the time when recording with the LCD screen.

	Continuous recording time	285 min.
		155 min.
	Typical recording time	150 min.
		85 min.

PRECAUTION

When the battery case is installed with the camcorder, do not connect the AC power adaptor to the camcorder.

Notes

•You may not use the battery case in cold environment.

•The battery life may be shorter depending on the using environment.

•The above battery lives are estimates. The battery life may be shorter depending on the storage condition of the battery before being purchased and temperature.

To remove the battery case

The battery case is removed in the same way as the battery pack.

When you replace the batteries, be sure to remove the battery case from the camcorder to prevent malfunction.

Remove the battery case after using it.

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Using alternative power sources

Using a car battery

Use Sony DC-V515A car battery charger (not supplied). Connect the car battery cord to the cigarette lighter socket of a car (12 V or 24 V).

Refer to the operating instructions of your car battery charger.

To remove the car battery charger

The car battery charger is removed in the same way as the battery pack.

This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony video products.

When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recommends that you purchase accessories with this “GENUINE VIDEO ACCESSORIES” mark.

operations Advanced

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Changing the mode settings

You can change the mode settings in the menu system to further enjoy the features and functions of the camcorder.

(1) Press MENU to display the menu.

(2) Turn the control dial to select the desired icon in the left side of the menu, then press the dial.

(3) Turn the control dial to select the desired item, then press the dial.

(4) Turn the control dial to select the desired mode, and press the dial. If you want to change the other modes, repeat steps 3 and 4. If you want to change the other items, select RETURN and press the dial, then repeat steps from 2 to 4.

(5) Press MENU or select icon to erase the menu display.

1 CAMERA

	MENU	CAMERA SET
		D ZOOM
		16 : 9WIDE
		STEADYSHOT
		N. S. LIGHT
		WIND
		PHOTO
		[MENU] : END

5 MENU

VTR

VTR SET

H i F i SOUND

EDIT TBC DNR

[MENU] : END

2	CAMERA SET
	D ZOOM
	16 : 9WIDE
	OTHERS
	WORLD TIME
	BEEP
	COMMANDER
	DISPLAY
	REC LAMP
	INDICATOR
	OTHERS	0 HR
	WORLD TIME
	BEEP
	COMMANDER
	DISPLAY
	REC LAMP
	INDICATOR
3	OTHERS	0 HR
	WORLD TIME
	BEEP
	OTHERS
	WORLD TIME
	BEEP
	COMMANDER ON
	DISPLAY
	REC LAMP
	INDICATOR
	RETURN
	OTHERS
	WORLD TIME
	BEEP
	COMMANDER ON
	DISPLAY	OFF
	REC LAMP
	INDICATOR
4	OTHERS
	WORLD TIME
	BEEP
	COMMANDER ON
	DISPLAY	OFF
	REC LAMP
	INDICATOR
	RETURN
	OTHERS
	WORLD TIME
	BEEP
	COMMANDER OFF
	DISPLAY
	REC LAMP
	INDICATOR
	RETURN

Note on the menu display

Depending on the model of your camcorder, the menu display may be different from that in this illustration.

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