Camera
Operations Guide
Read this first
Video Camera Recorder/Digital Video Camera Recorder
3-087-918-12(1)
© 2004 Sony Corporation
CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV328/TRV428
DCR-TRV260/TRV265
Read this first
Before operating the unit, please read this
manual thoroughl y, and retain it for future
reference.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do no t
expose t h e u nit to rain o r 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 c onstitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is inten d e d to alert the
user to the presence of importa nt
operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the
appliance.
For customers in the U.S.A. and
CANADA
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY
INSERT.
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
Lithium-Ion batteries a re
recyclable.
You can help preserve our
environment by returning your
used rechargeable batteri es to the
collection and recycling location
nearest you.
For more information regarding recycli ng of
rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822- 8837,
or visit http://www.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leak ing LithiumIon batteries.
For customers in the U.S.A.
If you have any questions about this product, you may
call:
Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY
(7669)
The number below is for FCC related mat ter s only.
Regulatory Information
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: DCR-TRV260
Responsible Party: Sony Elec tronic s I nc .
Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell,
NJ 07649 U.S.A.
Telephone No.: 201-930-6972
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accep t an y inte r f ere nc e
received, including int erference that may cause
undesired operation.
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are lo cated 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.
Serial No.
Model No.AC-
Serial No.
-TRV
2
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or mo dif ica tions
not expressly approved in this manual could void your
authority to operate this equipment.
b Note:
This equipment has been teste d an d fou nd to c o mply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits a re de signed to provide reasonable
protection agains t harmful i nterferenc e in a residen tial
installation. This equipm ent generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the in s tructions, 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 interfer en ce to r ad io or telev ision
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 mor e of the
following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
– Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
– Consult a Sony dealer or an experi enced radio/ TV
technician for help.
The interface cable supplied must be used with the
equipment in order to com ply w ith the limits for a
digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC
Rules.
Notes on use
Note on a cassette tape
You can use standard 8 mm and Hi8 ,
Digital8 video cassettes on your camcorder. See
page 82 for details.
Notes on recording
• Before starting to record, test the recording function
to make sure the picture and sound are rec or de d
without any problems.
• Compensation for the contents of recordings cannot
be provided, even if recording or pl ayb ac k is not
possible due to a malfunctio n of the camco rder, etc.
• TV color systems differ dependi ng on the cou ntr y/
regions. To view your recordings on a TV, you need
an NTSC system-based TV.
• Television programs, film s, vide o ta pe s, and ot her
materials may be copyrighte d. Unaut horiz e d
recording of such materials m ay be contrary to the
copyright laws.
Notes on the LCD panel, viewfinder, and
lens
• The LCD screen and the viewfinder are
manufactured using extremely hi gh- pr e ci sion
technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are
operational for effec tive use.
However, there may be some tiny black points and/
or bright points (white, red, blue , or gr een in color)
that appear constantly on the LCD scr een a nd the
viewfinder.
These points are norm al results of the ma nufacturing
process and do not affect the recordin g in an y w ay.
• Exposing the LCD screen, the viewfinder, or the lens
to direct sunlight for long periods of time may cause
malfunctions. Be careful when placing the camera
near a window or outdoors.
• Do not aim at the sun. Doing so might cause your
camcorder to malfunction. Take pic tures of the sun
only in low light conditions, such as at dus k.
Note on connecting other device
Before connecting your camcorder to othe r devi ce
such as a VCR or a computer with an USB or i.L INK
cable, be sure to insert the connector plug in the proper
direction. If you insert the connect or plug f or c ibly in
the wrong direction, the termi na l ma y be damaged.
This may cause a malfunction of your camcorder.
Notes on using this manual
• The images of the LCD screen and the viewfinder
used on this manual are captured using a digital still
camera, and thus may appear different from what
you see.
• In this instruction manual, each model is indicated as
follows.
CCD-TRV128: TRV128
CCD-TRV228: TRV228
CCD-TRV328: TRV328
CCD-TRV428: TRV428
DCR-TRV260: TRV260
DCR-TRV265: TRV265
Instructions with no sp ecific model na mes are for all
models.
Instructions with specific model name s are for the
indicated models only.
Before you start reading this ma nua l, check the
model name of your camcorder.
• The illustrations used on this manual are based on
the model DCR-TRV265.
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Notes on using the camcor d er
• Hold your camcorder correctl y .
• To ensure a good grip, fasten the grip belt as shown
in the following illustra tion.
• You can change the language to be used for screen
display on your camcorder (p. 19).
• Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts.
Viewfinder
Battery pack
• Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select desired
item, then press the dia l to decide.
LCD panel
4
Table of Contents
CCD-TRV128: TRV128 CCD- TR V428: TRV428
CCD-TRV228: TRV228 DCR-TRV260: TRV260
CCD-TRV328: TRV328 DCR-TRV265: TRV265
Read this first ............................................................................................. 2
Quick Start Guide
Recording movies on a tape ...................................................................... 8
Recording/Playing back with ease .......................................................... 10
Getting started
Step 1: Checking supplied items.............................................................. 11
Step 2: Charging the battery pack............................................................ 12
Using an outside power sourc e ....................... ........................... ............... ................ 15
Step 3: Turning the power on................................................................... 15
Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder...................................... 16
Adjusting the LCD panel ............................................................................. .. ....... .... .16
Adjusting the viewfinder ...................................... ......... .... .... .... .. ........... .. .... .... ......... .16
Step 5: Setting the date and time............................................................. 17
Step 6: Inserting a cassette tape.............................................................. 18
Step 7: Setting the screen language........................................................ 19
Recording
Recording movies .................................................................................... 21
Recording for a longer time .......................................................................................23
Using zoom ................. ....................................................... ............... ........................23
Using the built-in light ........... ............... ...................................................................... 23
Recording in mirror mode .........................................................................................24
Superimposing the date and time on pictures ( TRV128/228/328/428) ............. 25
Recording still images – Tape photo recording ( TRV260/265)............. 25
Recording with ease – Easy Handycam .................................................. 26
Adjusting the exposure............................................................................. 27
Adjusting the exposure fo r ba ck l it subjects ......... ......................................................27
Adjusting the exposure man ually ...................... ........................................................28
Recording in dark places – NightShot plus .............................................. 28
Adjusting the focus manually ................................................................... 29
Recording a picture using various effects ................................................ 30
Fading in and out of a scene – FADER .................................................................... 30
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Superimposing a title................................................................................ 31
Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording
– END SEARCH ................................................................................. 33
Playback
Viewing pictures recorded on a tape........................................................ 34
Playing back in various modes .......................................... .... ......... .... .... .... ........... ....35
Playing back with ease – Easy Handycam .............................................. 36
Various playback functions ...................................................................... 37
Displaying the screen indicators ................................................................................37
Displaying the date/time and camera settings data – Data code
( TRV260/265) ..................................................................................................37
Playing the picture on a TV...................................................................... 39
Locating a scene on a tape for playback ( TRV265) ............................. 40
Searching quickly for a desired scene – Zero set memory ........................................40
Searching for a scene by date of recording – Date search .......................................41
Searching for a still image – Photo search ................................................................41
Playing back still images in sequence – Photo scan .................................................42
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Advanced operations
Troubleshooting
Customizing Your
Camcorder
Changing the menu settings ..............43
Using the (MANUAL SET) menu
– PROGRAM AE/P EFFECT,
etc. ...............................................44
Using the (CAMERA SET) menu
– 16:9 WIDE/STEADYSHOT,
etc. ...............................................47
Using the (PLAYER SET)/ (VCR
SET) menu
etc. ...............................................51
Using the (LCD SET) menu
B.L./LCD COLOR, etc. .................53
Using the (TAPE SET) menu
– FRAME REC/INT.REC, etc. ......54
Using the (SETUP MENU) – CLOCK
SET/USB STREAM/ LANGUAGE,
etc. ...............................................57
Using the (OTHERS) menu
– WORLD TIME/VIDEO EDIT,
etc. ...............................................59
– HiFi SOUND/EDIT,
– LCD
Troubleshooting .................................74
Warning indicators and me ss age s .....79
Additional Information
Using your camcorder abroad ............81
Usable cassette tapes ........................82
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery
pack ..............................................83
About i.LINK .......................................84
Maintenance and precautions ............85
Specification .......................................88
Quick Reference
Identifying parts and controls .............91
Index ..................................................98
Dubbing/Editing
Connecting to a VCR .........................61
Dubbing to another tape ....................63
Dubbing a tape easily – Easy Dubbing
( TRV128/228/328/428) ........64
Recording pictures from a VCR
( TRV260/265) ...........................68
Dubbing selected scenes from a tape
– Digital program editing
( TRV260/265) ...........................69
For TRV260/265:
Refer also to other operating instructions
supplied with your camcorder:
• Editing images with your computer
cCompute r Appli cations Guide
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Quick Start Guide
Recording movies
1 Attach the charged battery pack to the camcorder.
To charge the battery, see page 12.
a Lift up the viewfinder. b Slide the battery pack in the direction
of the arrow until it clicks.
2 Insert a cassette into the camcorder.
a Slide the OPEN/
EJECT lever in the
direction of the arrow
to open the lid.
The cassette compartment
comes out automatically.
OPEN/EJECT lever
Quick Start Guide
8
b Insert the cassette with
its window-side facing
up, then push the center
of the back of the
cassette.
Window-side
c Press .
Close the cassette lid after
the cassette co m partment
slides back in by itself.
3 Start recording while checking the subject on the LCD screen.
The date and time is not set up in the default setting. To set the date and time, see page 17.
a Remove the lens cap.
Lens cap is not attached
when you purcha se your
camcorder (p.91).
b Press OPEN and
open the LCD panel.
c While pressing the
green button, slide
the POWER switch
down to light up the
CAMERA lamp.
The power turns on.
d Press REC START/
STOP.
Recording starts. To
change to standb y m ode,
press REC START/STOP
again.
4 View the recorded picture on the LCD screen.
Quick Start Guide
a Slide the POWER
switch rep eatedly
until the PLAY/EDIT
lamp lights up.
b Press (rewind).
c Press (play) to
start the playback.
To stop, press .
To turn off the power, slide the
POWER switch up to (CHG)
OFF.
Quick Start Guide
9
Recording/Playing back with ease
By switching to Easy Handycam operation, recording/playback operation
becomes even easier.
Easy Handycam operation allows easy recording/playback for even first
time users by providing only the basic functions for recording/playback.
Press EASY when recording/
playing back.
EASY lights up in blue (1) and
screen font siz e increases (2) during
Easy Handycam operation.
Easy Handycam
operation
ON
For details, se e i nstructions for each operation.
See page 26 for recording, page 36 for playback.
Quick Start Guide
10
Getting started
Step 1: Checking supplied items
RMT-830: ( TRV265)
Make sure you have following ite ms supplied
with your camcorder.
The number in parentheses indicates the number
of that item supplied.
AC Adaptor (1)
Power cord (1)
Lens cap (1)
See page 91 on how to attach the lens cap.
Shoulder strap (1)
See page 94 on how to attach the shoulder strap.
A/V connecting cable (1)
Monaural: ( TRV128/228/328/428)
Getting started
Stereo: ( TRV 260/265)
USB cable (1)
( TRV260/265)
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FM30 (1)
CD-ROM “SPVD-012 USB Driver” (1)
( TRV260/265)
Camera Operations Guide (This manual)
(1)
Computer Applications Guide (1)
( TRV260/265)
Wireless Remote Commander (1)
A button-type lithium battery is already
installed.
RMT-833: ( TRV228/428)
Getting started
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Step 2: Charging the battery pack
You can charge the battery by attaching the
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (M series)
to your camcorder .
b Notes
• You cannot use batteries other than the
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (M series) (p. 83).
• Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor
or battery terminals with any metallic objects. This
may cause a malfunction.
• Use a nearby wall outlet when using the AC
Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall
outlet immediatel y if a ny ma lfunction occurs.
Battery pack
2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in
the direction of the arrow until it
clicks.
3 With the v mark on the DC plug
facing up, connect the AC Adaptor to
the DC IN jack on your camcorder.
DC IN jack
Power cord
To the wall outlet
1 Lift up the viewfinder.
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DC plug
AC Adaptor
v mark
4 Co nnect th e po wer cord to the AC
Adaptor.
5 Co nnect th e po wer cord to the wall
outlet.
6 Slide the POWER switch up to (CHG)
OFF.
The CHG (charge) la m p l i ght s up and
charging starts.
After charging the battery
The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the
battery is fully c har ged. Disconnect the AC
Adaptor fro m the DC IN jack.
To remove the battery pack
BATT (battery)
release button
1
Lift up the viewf i nder.
POWER switch
2 Set the POWER switch to (CHG) OFF.
3 Slide the batter y pack out i n the direct ion
of the arrow whi l e pressing the BATT
(battery) release button down.
b Note
• If you do not use the battery pack for a long time, use
up the battery pack completely before storing it. See
page 83 about storage of the batter y pa ck .
To check the remaining battery – Battery
Info
DSPL/BATT INFO
You can check the battery's current charge level
and its current remaining recording time both
during charging or when the power is turned off.
1 Set the POWER switc h to (CHG) OFF.
2 Press OPEN and o p en the LCD panel.
3 Press DSPL/BATT INFO.
The battery informa tion appears for about 7
seconds.
Keep the button pressed to view it for about
20 seconds.
BATTERY INFO
BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL
0% 50% 100%
REC TIME AVAILABLE
A Battery charge level: Displa ys
approximate remai ning amount of
power left in the ba ttery pack.
B Approximate possible re cording time
using the LCD panel.
C Approximate possible re cording time
using the viewfinder.
Charging time
Approximate number of minutes req uired when
you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack
at 25°C (77°F). (10 – 30°C (50 – 86°F)
recommended.)
Battery pack
NP-FM30 (supplied) 145
NP-FM50 150
NP-QM71/QM71D 260
NP-QM91/QM91D 360
LCD SCREEN: 81 min
VIEWFINDER: 112 min
Getting started
OPEN
POWER switch
Recording time when recordi ng with the
LCD screen on
Approximate number of minutes available
when you use a fully charged battery pack at
25°C (77°F).
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Getting started
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For TRV128/228/328/428:
Battery pack Continuous
recording
time
NP-FM30
(supplied)
NP-FM50 185 90
NP-QM71/
QM71D
NP-QM91/
QM91D
115 55
445 220
670 335
Typical*
recording
time
For TRV260/265:
Battery pack Continuous
recording
time
NP-FM30
(supplied)
NP-FM50 200 105
NP-QM71/
QM71D
NP-QM91/
QM91D
125 65
485 255
725 385
Typical*
recording
time
For TRV260/265:
Battery pack Continuous
recording
time
NP-FM30
(supplied)
NP-FM50 145 80
NP-QM71/
QM71D
NP-QM91/
QM91D
90 50
355 220
535 300
Typical*
recording
time
Recording time when record ing with the
viewfinder
Approximate nu m ber of minutes available
when you use a fully charged battery pack at
25°C (77°F).
For TRV128/228/328/428:
Battery pack Continuous
recording
time
NP-FM30
(supplied)
NP-FM50 280 135
NP-QM71/
QM71D
NP-QM91/
QM91D
175 85
675 330
1010 495
Typical*
recording
time
* Approximate number of minutes when recording
while you repeatedly record, start/stop, slide the
POWER switch to change the power mode, and
zoom. The actual battery life ma y be sh or te r.
Playing time
Approximate number of minutes available
when you use a fully charged battery pack at
25°C (77°F).
For TRV128/228/328/428:
Battery pack LCD panel
opened
NP-FM30
(supplied)
NP-FM50 185 295
NP-QM71/
QM71D
NP-QM91/
QM91D
115 185
445 715
670 1070
LCD panel
closed
For TRV260/265:
Battery pack LCD panel
opened
NP-FM30
(supplied)
NP-FM50 160 240
NP-QM71/
QM71D
NP-QM91/
QM91D
100 150
390 580
585 865
LCD panel
closed
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b Notes
• The power will not be supplied from the battery pack
when the AC Adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack
of your camcorder, even if its power cord is
disconnected fro m the wall outlet.
• The recording and playback time will be shorter
when you use your camcorder in low temperature.
• The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging, or
the battery information will not be corre ctly
displayed in following conditions.
– The battery pack is not attache d correctly.
– The batte r y pack is damaged.
– The battery pack is fully discharged. (For Battery
information only.)
Using an outside power source
You can use the AC Adaptor as the power
source when you do not want the battery to
run out. While you are using the AC Adaptor,
the battery pack will not lose its c harg e ev en
when it is attached to your camc order.
PRECAUTION
Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power
(house current) is still supplied to it while
connected to the wall outlet via the AC Adapto r.
Connect your camcorder as shown in
“Charging the battery pack” (p. 12).
Step 3: Turning the power on
You need to slide the POWER switch
repeatedly to select the desired power mode
to record or play.
When using this camcorder for the first time,
the [CLOCK SET] screen appears (p. 17).
Getting started
While pressing the green button, slide the
POWER switch down.
The power turns on.
To enter the recording or playing mode, sl id e
the switch repeatedly until the respective lamp
for the desire d power mode lights up.
• CAMERA mode: To record on a tape.
• P LAY/EDIT mode : To play or edit pictu res on
a tape.
To turn off the power
Slide the POWER switch up to (CHG) OFF.
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Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder
Adjusting the LCD panel
You can adjust the angle and brightness of
the LCD panel to meet various recording
situations.
Even when there are obstructions between you
and the subject, you can check the subject on the
LCD screen during recording by adjusting the
angle of the LCD panel.
3 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
[LCD BRIGHT], then press the dial
(p. 53).
4 Adjust the brightness of the LCD screen
with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then
press the dial.
5 Press MENU.
z Tips
• If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to the lens
side, you can close the LCD panel with the LCD
screen facing out.
• If you are using the battery pack for powe r sour ce,
you can adjust the brightness by sele c ting [LCD
B.L.] in the (LCD SET) menu (p. 53).
• The recorded picture will not be affected by this
setting.
• You can turn off the operation confirmation beep by
setting [BEEP] in the (OTHERS) menu to
[OFF] (p. 59).
MENU
Maximum
180 degrees
Maximum
90 degrees
Press OPEN and
open the LCD panel.
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the
camcorder, then rotate it to the desired
position.
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial
To adjust the brightness of the LCD
screen
1
Press MENU.
2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to sel ect
(LCD SET), then press the dial.
Adjusting the viewfinder
You can view images using the viewfinder
when you close the LCD panel. Use the
viewfinder when the battery is running out, or
when the screen is hard to see.
Viewfinder lens adjustme nt lever
1 Lift up the viewfinder.
2 Adjust the viewfinder lens adjustment
lever until the picture is clear.
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Step 5: Setting the date and time
Set the date and time when using this
camcorder for the first time. If you do not set
the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen
appears every time you turn on your
camcorder.
b Note
• If you do not use your camcorder for about 3
months, the built-in rechargeable button-type
battery gets discharged an d the dat e and ti me
settings may be cleared from the memory. In that
case, charge the rechargeab le butt on- type battery
(p. 87) and then set the date and time again.
MENU
3 Press MENU.
MANUAL SET
PROGRAM AE
P EFFECT
AUTO SHTR
[
MENU] : END
STBY
4 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select (SETUP MENU), then press
the dial.
SETUP MENU
CLOCK SET
USB STREAM
LTR SIZE
LANGUAGE
DEMO MODE
RETURN
[
MENU] : END
––:––:––
STBY
5 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [CLOCK SET], then press the
dial.
Getting started
OPEN
SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial
POWER
switch
1 Turn on your camcorder (p. 15).
2 Press OPEN and open the LCD panel.
Proceed to step 6 when you set the clock for
the first time.
CLOCK SET
Y
2004 JAN 1 12 :00 AM
[MENU] : CANCEL
STBY
M D H M
6 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to set
[Y] (year), then press the dial.
CLOCK SET
Y
2004 JAN 1 12 :00 AM
[MENU] : CANCEL
STBY
M D H M
You can set any year up to the year 2079.
7 Set [M] (month), [D] (day), [H] (hour)
and [M] (minute) in the same way as
was done in step 6, then press the dial.
For midnight, set it to 12:00 AM.
For midday, set it to 12:00 PM.
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To check the preset date and time
For TRV128/228/328/428:
Press DATE to display the date indicator.
Press TIME to displ ay the time indicator.
Press DATE (or TIME) and then press TI ME
(or DATE) to simultaneously display the date
and time indicator.
To hide the date and/or time indicator, press
DATE and/or TIME again.
Step 6: Inserting a cassette tape
You can use standard 8 mm and Hi8 ,
Digital8 video cassettes on your camcorder.
For details on these cassettes (such as writeprotection), See page 82.
b Notes
• Do not force the cassette into the compartment. This
may cause a malfunction of your camc or de r.
• For TRV260/265:
The recording time when you use your camcorder is
half of the indicated time on Hi8 tape. If you
select the [LP] mode in the menu settings, the
recording time is 3/4 of the ind ic at e d tim e on
Hi8 tape.
1 Slide the OPEN/EJECT lever in
the direction of the arrow and open the
lid.
OPEN/EJECT lever
Lid
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The cassette compartment automatically
comes out and opens up.
2 Insert a cassette with its window-side
facing up.
Window-side
Push the center of the
back of the cassette
lightly.
3 Press .
The cassette compartment automatically
slides back in.
Step 7: Setting the screen language
You can select the language to be used on the
LCD screen.
MENU
OPEN
SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial
1 Turn on your camcorder.
2 Press OP EN to open the LCD panel.
POWER
switch
Getting started
4 Close the lid.
To eject the cassette
Slide the OPEN/EJECT lever in the
1
direction of the arrow and open the lid.
The cassette compartment automatically
comes out.
2 Take out the cassette, then press .
The cassette compartment automatically
slides back in.
3 Close the lid.
3 Press MENU.
MANUAL SET
PROGRAM AE
P EFFECT
AUTO SHTR
[
MENU] : END
STBY
4 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select (SETUP MENU), then press
the dial.
SETUP MENU
CLOCK SET
USB STREAM
LTR SIZE
LANGUAGE
DEMO MODE
RETURN
[
MENU] : END
––:––:––
STBY
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Getting started
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5 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [ LANGUAGE], then press
the dial.
SETUP MENU
CLOCK SET
USB STREAM
LTR SIZE
LANGUAGE
DEMO MODE
[
MENU] : END
STBY
ENGLISH
ENG[SIMP
FRANÇAIS
ESPAÑOL
PORTUGUÊS
]
6 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select the desired language, then press
the dial.
7 Press MENU.
z Tip
• Your camcorder offers [ENG [SIMP]] (simplified
English) for when you cannot find your nativ e
tongue among the options.
Getting started
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Recording
2 Press OPEN and open the LCD panel.
Recording movies
Before recording, follow steps 1 to 7 in
“Getting started” (p. 11 - p. 19).
For TRV128/228/328/428:
Movies will be recorded along with monaural
sound.
For TRV260/265:
Movies will be recorded along with stereo
sound.
Camera recording la mp
OPEN
b Note
• For TRV128/228/328/428:
z Tip
• Performing Easy Handycam ope rat ion, ev en fir st
REC START/STOP
The date is automatica ll y recorded for 10 seconds
after you start recording ( Auto date function). This
function works only once a day. See page 57 for
details.
time users can record easily. For details, see page 26.
POWER switch
3 Slide the POWER switch until the
CAMERA lamp lights up.
Your camcorder is set to the standby mode.
Slide the POWER
switch while
pressing the green
button.
4 Press REC START/STOP.
Recording star ts. [REC] appears on the
LCD screen and the Camera recording l amp
lights up.
Press REC START/STOP aga in to st op
recording.
To turn the power off
Slide the POWER switch up to (CHG) OFF.
z Tip
• If you do not use your camcorder for a long time,
remove the ca ssette and stor e it.
Recording
1 Remove the lens cap. Pull the lens cap
string down and attach it to the grip
belt.
,continued
Recording
21
Indicators displayed during recording
The indicators will not be recorded on the tape.
For TRV128/228/328/428:
123
SP
60
6
For TRV
min
260/265:
Date/time and camera settings data (p. 37) will
not be displaye d du ri ng recording.
1237
SP
min
REC
60
REC
0:00:00
4
0:00:00
5
5
F Hi8 format
This appears w h i le recording Hi 8 format
tapes.
G Time code/Tape counter (hour: m i nute:
second)/Tape photo recording
b Notes
• Before changing t he batt ery pack, slide the POWE R
switch up to (CHG) OFF.
• In the default setting, if you do not operate the
camcorder for more than about 5 minutes, the power
will automatically turn off to preserve battery power
([A.SHUT OFF], p. 59). To restart recording, slide
the POWER switch dow n to select CAMERA, an d
then press REC START/STOP.
z Tips
• To ensure smooth transition on a tape f ro m the la st
recorded scene to the next, note the following.
– Do not remove the cass et te . (The pic tur e will be
recorded continuously without a break even when
you turn the power off.)
– Do not record pictures in SP mode and LP mode on
the same tape.
– Avoid stopping then recor ding a movie in the LP
mode.
• For TRV260/265:
The recording time, date, and the camera settings
data are recorded automatic a lly on the tape without
being displayed on the screen. You can view this
information during playback by selecting [DATA
CODE] on the screen (p. 59).
A Remaining ba ttery time
The indicated time may not be correct
depending on the environment of use.
When you opene d or closed t he LCD panel,
it takes about 1 minute to display th e correct
remaining battery time.
B Recording mode (SP or LP)
C Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or
[REC] (recor d i n g))
D Tape counter (hour: minute: second)
To set the counter to 0:00:00, press
COUNTER RESET (p. 93).
E Recording capacity
For TRV
128/228/328/428:
This appears after you insert a cassette and
record for a while.
For TRV260/265:
This appear s af t er a whil e w hen you se t t he
POWER switch to CAMERA and insert a
cassette.
Recording
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Recording for a longer time
To record for a longer time
In the (TAPE SET) menu, select [REC
MODE], then [LP] (p. 54).
In the LP mode, you can record longer than
when recording in the SP mode (2 times longer
for TRV128/228/328/428, 1.5 times
longer for TRV260 /265).
A tape recorded in the LP mode should be
played back only on this camcorder.
Using zoom
When the CAMERA mode is selected, you
can choose zoom to magnification levels
greater than 20 times, and from that point
activate the digi tal zoom ([D ZO OM] , p.47).
Occasional use of the zoom is effective, but
use it sparingly for best results.
Move the power zoom lever slightly for a
slower zoom. Move it further for a faster
zoom.
To record wider range of view
Move the power zoom lever toward s W.
The subject appears farther away (Wide
angle).
To record closer view
Move the power zoom lever towards T.
The subject appears closer (Telephoto).
Recording
Using the built-in light
You 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).
Built-in light
1 cm (approx.
1/2 inch)*
* The minimum distanc e required between your
camcorder and the subject to get a sharp focus in
that position of the lever.
80 cm (approx.
2 5/8 feet)*
LIGHT
Press LIGHT repeatedly to select a setting.
The settings are displayed cyclically in the
following orde r.
No indicator displayed: Always re cor ds
without using the buil t- i n light.
m
: Automatically turns on and off
according to the am bient brightness.
m
: Always turns on.
To turn off the built-in light
Press LIGHT repeatedly until no indicator
appears on the sc reen.
,continued
Recording
23
b Notes
• The built-in video light emits very bright light,
which is perfectly safe in normal use. However ,
avoid directly aiming the light at a subject’s eyes
from very close range.
• The battery pack di sc ha rg es quickly while the builtin light is turned on.
• When you do not use your camcorder, turn the builtin light off and remove the battery pa ck to avoid
turning on the built-in light accide nta lly.
• When flickering occurs while shooting in the
mode, press LIGHT until
appears.
• The built-in light may turn on/off when you use the
[PROGRAM AE] or back light function while
shooting in the mode.
• For TRV260/265:
The built-in light is turned off during the interval
time of Interval recording.
• When you use the conversion lens (option al), light
from the built-in light is blocked and ma y not
illuminate the subject proper ly .
Recording in mirror mode
You can turn the LCD panel towards the
subject so that you and your subject can share
the image being recorded. You can also
utilize this function when recording yourself,
to keep the attention of small children
attracted to the camcorder while you record
them.
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the
camcorder, then rotate it 180 degrees
towards the subject.
A mirror-image of the subject appears on the
LCD screen, but the picture will be normal
when recorded.
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b Notes
For TRV128/228/328/428:
• appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD
screen. Xz appears in the standby mode, and z
appears in the recording mode. Som e of oth er
indicators appear mirror-reversed and others are not
displayed.
• During recording in the mirror mode, DATE and
TIME on your camcorder do not work.
Recording
Superimposing the date and time
on pictures (
TRV128/228/328
/428)
You can record the date and/or time
displayed on the s cre en s upe rim posed on the
picture.
Recording still
images
– Tape photo recording
TRV260/265)
(
You can record still images. Before
recording, follow steps 1 to 7 in “Getting
started” (p. 11 - p. 19).
PHOTOOPEN
Recording
DATE
CCD-TRV428
Press DATE to record the date.
Press TIME to record the time.
Press DATE (or TIME), then press TIME
(or DATE) to record the date and time.
To hide the date and time, press DATE and/or
TIME again.
When you purchase your camcorder , the clock
is not set up yet. Set the date and time to your
local time before using (p. 17).
b Note
• The date and time indicators r e corded manually
cannot be deleted.
z Tip
• If you do not record the date and time in the picture,
record the date and time in the black screen as the
background for about 10 seconds, then erase the date
and time indicators before starting actual recording.
TIME
POWER switch
1 Remove the lens cap. Pull the lens cap
string down and attach it to the grip
belt.
2 Press OPEN and open the LCD panel.
,continued
Recording
25
3 Slide the POWER switch to select the
.
CAMERA mode.
Recording with ease
– Easy Handycam
Slide the POWER
switch while pressing
the green button.
4 Press and hold PHOTO lightly.
You will hear a sm al l b eep sound, and the
picture will become a still image.
Recordi n g does not s tart at this p oint.
60
min
CAPTURE
The indicator appears
5 Press PHOTO fully.
A shutter sound is heard, and the image is
recorded with sound for 7 seconds.
The still image is displayed on the screen
until recording is completed.
To turn the power off
Slide the POWER switch up to (CHG) OFF.
b Note
• appears when the tape photo recording does
not work.
z Tip
• You can record about 510 images in the SP mode
and about 765 images in the LP mode on a tape
which can record for 60 minutes in the SP mode.
With this Easy Handycam operation, most of
the camera settings are set to automatic
mode, only basic functio ns become available,
and screen font size increases for easy
viewing. Even first time users can enjoy easy
recording. Before recording, follow steps 1 to
7 in “Getting start ed” (p. 11 - p. 19).
Camera recording lamp
OPEN
z Tip
• Buttons that do not work during Easy Handycam
operation have a dot beside them on your camcorder.
Also, only menu items that are available during Easy
Handycam operation are displayed when MENU is
pressed.
EASY POWER switch
REC START/STOP
1 Remove the lens cap. Pull the lens cap
string down and attach it to the grip
belt.
2 Press OPEN and open the LCD pa ne l.
3 Sl ide the POWER switch to select the
CAMERA mode.
You can record movies only.
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4 Press EASY.
EASY lights up in blue.
Recording
Easy Handycam
operation
ON
5 Pre ss REC START/STOP.
Recording start s . [ REC] appears on the
LCD screen and the Camera recording lamp
lights up. Press REC START/STOP again
to stop recording.
Adjusting the exposure
The exposure is adjusted automatically in the
default setting.
Adjusting the exposur e for backlit subjects
To turn the power off
Slide the POWER switch up to (CHG) OFF.
To cancel Easy Handycam operation
Press EASY agai n.
b Notes
• You cannot switch from/to Easy Handycam
operation during recording.
• For TRV260/265:
During Easy Handycam operation, yo u cannot
connect the USB cable to your camcorder.
• For TRV260/265:
You cannot use Easy Handycam ope r ation together
with USB Streaming.
• All the settings return to their defaults during Easy
Handycam operation. Previously made settings are
restored when you cancel Easy Handycam
operation.
When your subje ct has its back to the sun or
other light, you can adjust the exposure to
prevent the subject from becoming
shadowed.
BACK LIGHT
Press BACK LIGHT in CAMERA mode.
. appears.
To cancel the back light fun ct i on, press BACK
LIGHT again.
b Note
• The back light function is canceled when you press
EXPOSURE (p. 28).
Recording
,continued
Recording
27
Adjusting the exposure manually
Recording in dark
You can fix the brightness of a picture at the
best exposure. When recording indoors on a
clear day, for instance, you can avoid
backlight shadow s on people next to the
window by manually fixing the exposure to
that of the wall side of the room.
EXPOSURE SEL/PUSH EXEC dial
1 Press EXPOSURE in CAMERA mode.
The exposure indicator appears on the
screen.
2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
adjust the brightness.
places
– NightShot plus
You can record subjects in dark places (such
as when capturing the face of your baby
sleeping) with this function.
Set the NIGH TS HO T P LUS swi tch t o ON .
and [”NIGHTSHOT PLUS”] appear.
To cancel NightShot plus, set the NIGHTSHOT
PLUS switch to OFF.
While exposure is set to manual mode, is
displayed in the lef t- hand corner of the
screen.
To return the setting to automatic
exposure
Press EXPOSURE.
Recording
28
b Notes
• Do not use the NightShot plus function in bright
places. This may cause a malfunc ti o n.
• You cannot use the NightShot plus function together
with:
– [PROGRAM AE]
– Manual exposure
• Adjust the focus manually when it is hard to focus
automatically.
• Do not cover the infrared port with your fingers or
other objects. Remove the conversion lens (optional)
if it is attached.
• Depending on the shooting conditions or
circumstances, colors may not be reproduced
properly.
z Tip
• If you record subjects in complete darkness, set
[N.S. LIGHT] to [ O N ] in th e menu settings. The
maximum shooting distance using the NightShot
Light is about 3 meters (10 feet). If you r ecor d
subjects in dark places (such as night sc e ne or in
moonlight), set [N.S. LIGHT] to [OFF] in the menu
settings. You can make image c olor de e per ( p. 50).
Adjusting the focus manually
The focus is adjusted automatically in the
default setting.
You can adjust the focus manually according
to the recording conditions.
Use this function in the following cases.
– To record a subject behind a window covered
with raindrops.
– To record horizontal stripes.
– To record a subject with little contrast
between the subject and its backgroun d.
– When you want to focus on a subject in the
background.
– To record a stati onary subject using a tripod.
Recording
FOCUS
SEL/PUSH EXEC
dial
1 Press FOCUS in CAMERA mod e.
9 appears.
2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
sharpen focus.
9 changes to when the focus cannot be
adjusted any further.
when the focus cann ot be adjusted any
closer.
9 changes to
,continued
Recording
29
Tips for focusing manually
• It is easier to focus on the subject when
you use the zoom fun ct io n. Move the
power zoom le ver towards T (telephoto)
to adjust the focus, and then, towards W
(wide angle) to ad j ust the zoom for
recording.
• When you want to record a clos e-up
image of a subject, move the power zoom
lever towards W (wide angle) to fully
magnify the image, then adjust the focus.
To adjust the focus automatically
Press FOCUS again.
Recording a picture using various effects
FADER
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial
POWER switch
Fading in and out of a scene – FADER
You can add the following effects to
currently recording pictures.
[BLACK FADER]
[WHITE FADER]
[MOSAIC FADER]
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Recording
[STRIPE FADER]
This feature is for TR V 128/228/328/428
only.
[MONOTONE FADER]
When fading in, the pi ct ure gradually change s
from black-and-white to color.
When fading out, the picture gradually changes
from color to black-and-white.
1 Slide the POWER switch to select the
CAMERA mode.
Superimposing a title
You can insert a title when recording.
You can select one of the 8 preset titles and
the 2 custom titles.
TITLE
Recording
2 Press FADER until the desired fader
indicator flashes in the standby mode
(to fade in) or during recording (to
fade out).
BLACK
FADER
3 Pre ss REC START/STOP.
The fader indicator stops flashing and
disappears when the fade is complete.
To cancel the operation
In step 2, press FAD ER repeatedly unti l the
indicator disa ppears.
b Notes
• For TRV260/265:
You cannot use the FADER functio n togethe r with:
– Tape photo recording
– [FRAME REC] (Frame recording)
– [INT. REC] (Interval recording)
• Titles do not fade in or fade out. The dat e and time
indicator for TRV128/228/328/428 also does
not fade in or fade out.
Erase them before operating the FADER function if
they are not needed.
SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial
REC START/
STOP
1 Slide the POWER switch to select the
CAMERA mode, then press TITLE.
Select a desired tit l e from the displayed
titles (2 original titles th at you have create d
before and the pr eset titles that have been
stored in your camcorder). You can create
original titles (up to 2 types of ti tle of within
20 characters each) in the following
procedure.
1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
[CUSTOM1 ””] or [CUSTOM2””], then
press the dial.
TITLE
CUSTOM1""
[
TITLE] : END
2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
[CREATE/EDIT], then p ress the dial.
3 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
the column of the desired character, then
press the dial.
STBY
OK
CREATE/ EDIT
,continued
Recording
31
4 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
the desired ch ar acter, then press t he dial.
STBY
12345
67890
АИМТЩ
БЙНУЪ
ВКФ
ГХСзЯ
ДПЦЬЕ
ƌ
P1
$ ¥
DM
£
¿
i ø ” :
[ C ]
[ cP2 ]
[ O K ]
TITLE SET
S_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
ABCDE
FGHIJ
KLMNO
PQRST
UVWXY
Z& ? !
’ . , / –
[
TITLE] : END
[POSITION] (position)
You can select fr om 8 t o 9 choices.
4 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [OK], then press the dial.
The title appears.
To erase a chara ct er : Se l ect [C].
To enter a space: Select [Z& ? !], then
select the blank part between & and ?.
To select alphabet and Russian
characters: Select [ ].
5 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
the next characte r, and enter the chara cter
in the same manner.
6 When you have f i nished entering
characters, turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC
dial to select [O K ], then press the dial.
The title is stored in memory.
2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select the title you want to insert, then
press the dial.
To insert an original title, turn the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial to select [CUSTOM1””]
or [CUSTOM2””], and press the dial, then
select [OK] and press t he dial.
3 Change [COLOR], [SIZE], or
[POSITION] as necessary.
1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
[COLOR], [SIZE], or [POSITION], then
press the dial. The select ed item appears
on the screen.
2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
the desired ite m , the n pr ess the dial.
3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 u nt il the title is laid
out as desired.
[COLOR] (color)
[WHITE] y [YELLOW] y
[VIOLET] y [RED] y [CYAN] y
[GREEN] y [BLUE]
[SIZE] (size)
[SMALL] y [LARGE]
(You can only select [SMALL] when
you are enterin g mo re than 13
characters.)
5 Press REC START/STOP.
6 Press TITLE at the scene you want to
erase the title off.
To superimpose the title while you are
recording
Press TITLE and carry out steps 2 to 4. Whe n
you press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial at step 4,
the title is recorded.
b Notes
• If you display the menu while superimposing a title,
the title is not recorded while the menu is displayed.
• When you are selecting and setting the title, the title
displayed o n th e screen is not re corded.
• When you superimpose a title while you are
recording, the beep does not sound .
• When you are using your camcorder on the battery
pack and do not operate it for 5 minutes, the powe r
automatically goes off as the de fault setting. If you
may take 5 minutes or longer to enter characters, set
[A.SHUT OFF] in the (OTHERS) menu to
[NEVER] (p. 59). The power will not to be turn off.
Even though the power goes off, the characters you
have entered remain stored in memory. Tur n the
power back on, then start again from st ep 1 to
continue superimposing the title.
• For TRV128/228/328/428:
The date and time, or either of them, may not be
displayed depending on the size or position of the
title.
z Tip
• To change a created title , select the title in step 1,
then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. Then res elect
the characters again.
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Recording
Searching for the last
scene of the most
recent recording
– END SEARCH
This function is handy when you have played
back the tape, for example, but want t o st art
recording right after the most recently
recorded s cene. Th e END SEA RCH func tion
will not work once you eject th e cassette after
you have recorded on the tape.
Recording
END SEARCH
POWER
switch
1 Slide the POWER switch to select the
CAMERA mode.
2 Pre ss END SEARCH.
The last scene of the most recent recording
is played back for about 5 seconds, and the
camcorder ente rs the standby mode at t he
point where the last recording has finished.
To cancel the operation
Press END SEARCH again.
b Note
• The END SEARCH function will not work correctly
when there is a blank section between recorded
sections on the tape.
z Tip
• When PLAY/ EDIT mode is s elected, yo u can do this
operation by pressing END SEARCH.
Recording
33
Playback
Viewing pictures
3 Press (rewind) to go to the point
you want to view.
recorded on a tape
Make sure you have a reco r ded cassette
inserted into your camcorder.
When you want to play back th e recorded
picture on your TV, see page 39.
For TRV228/428/ TRV265:
You can control playback using the Remote
Commander.
OPEN
z Tip
• Performing Easy Handycam operation, even first
time users can play back easily. For details, see
page 36.
POWER
switch
4 Press (play) to start playback.
To adjust the volume
Press either of the two buttons on VOLUME.
When you close the LCD panel, sound is turned
off.
:To turn the volume down
:To turn the volume up
To stop playback
Press (stop).
To pause
Press (pause) during playback. Press
(pause) or (play) to restart the
playback.
Playback stops automatically when pause mode
continues for a few minutes.
To fast forward or rewind
Press (fast forw ard) or (rewind) in
stop mode.
To review movies on the viewfinder
Close the LCD panel.
Indicators displayed during playing
back
For TRV128/228/328/428:
1 Press OPEN and open the LCD panel.
2 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to
select the PLAY/EDIT mode.
Slide the POWER
switch while
pressing the green
button.
Playback
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0:00:0060min
For TRV260/265:
0:00:00:0060min
A Remaining battery time
B Recording mode (SP or LP )
C Tape transport indicator
D Tape counter (hour: minute: second)
E Hi8 format
This appears while playing back Hi8 format
tapes.
F Time code (hour: minute: second: frame)
or tape counter (hour: minute: second)
b Note
• For TRV260/265:
If you use a standard 8 mm tape, be sure to play
back the tape on your camcorder. Mosaic noise may
appear when you play back the standard 8 mm
tape on other camcorders (including an othe r DCRTRV260/TRV265).
To view pictures at slow speed (slow
playback)*
For TRV228/428/ TRV265:
Press SLOW y on the Rem ote Com m ander
during play back. To resume norm al playback,
press PLAY.
* For TRV265:
Pictures output from the DV Interface cannot be
played back smoothly in the slow mode.
b Notes
• For TRV228/428:
If slow playback lasts for about 1 minute, the
camcorder automatically returns to normal spee d
playback.
• For TRV128/228/328/428:
When you play back a tape recorded in the LP mode,
noise may appear on the LCD screen in the
following cases:
– Slow playback ( TRV228/428)
– Playback pause
– Picture search
Playback
Playing back in various modes
To fast forward or rewind during
playback – Picture search
Keep on pressing (fast forward) or
(rewind) during playback.
To resume normal playback, release the button.
To view the picture while fast
forwarding or rewinding – Skip scan
Keep on pressing (fast forward) or
(rewind) while fast forwarding or rewinding the
tape.
To resume fast forwar ding or rewinding, r elease
the button.
Playback
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Playing back with
ease
– Easy Handycam
Easy Handycam operation allows easy
playback for even first time us ers by
providing only the basic functions for
playback. Also screen font size increases for
easy viewing. Make sure you have a recorded
cassette inserted into your camcorder.
EASY
4 P lay back a tape.
The following buttons can be operated.
(play)/ (stop)/ (pause)/
(fast forward)/ (rewind)
For TRV228/428/ TRV265:
You can operate those operations and
SLOW y on the Remote Commander.
To cancel Easy Handycam operation
Press EASY again.
b Notes
For TRV260/265:
• During Easy Handycam operation, you cannot
connect the USB cable to your camcord er.
• You cannot use Easy Handycam operation together
with USB Streaming.
OPEN
z Tip
• Buttons that do not work during Easy Handycam
operation have a dot beside them on your camcorder.
Also, only menu items that are available during Easy
Handycam operation are displayed when MENU is
pressed.
POWER switch
1 Press OPEN and open the LCD panel.
2 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to
select the PLAY/EDIT mode.
3 Press EAS Y.
EASY lights up in blue.
Easy Handycam
operation
ON
Playback
36
Various playback functions
Displaying the date/time and
camera settings data – Data code
(
TRV260/265)
You can display the recorded date on the
screen.
DSPL/BATT INFO
MENU SEL/PUSH
POWER switch
EXEC dial
Displaying the screen indicators
You can choose to display the time code, tape
counter, and other information on the screen.
Press DSPL/BATT INFO.
The indicators appear/disappear as you press the
button.
z Tips
• For TRV228/428/ TRV265:
You can display the screen ind ic ato rs by pr es sing
DISPLAY on the Remote Commander.
• You can display the screen ind ic ato rs dur ing
playback on a TV. Select the (OTHERS) menu,
[DISPLAY], then [V-OUT/LCD] (p. 60).
During playback, you ca n view the date /time
data ([DATE/TIME]) and the camera settings
data ([CAM DATA]) that are automatically
recorded while recording pictures on a tape.
1 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to
select the PLAY/EDIT mode.
2 Press M E NU du ring playback or
playback pause.
3 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select (OTHERS), then press the
dial.
4 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [DATA CODE], then press the
dial.
OTHERS
DATA CODE
WORLD TIME
BEEP
A. SHUT OFF
COMMANDER
DISPLAY
VIDEO EDIT
RETURN
[MENU] : END
OFF
DATE/TIME
CAM DATA
5 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select the [DATE/TIME] or [CAM
DATA], then press the dial.
6 Press MENU.
60
0:00:00:00
min
Playback
JAN 1 2004
12:17:50PM
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To hide the date/time or the camera
settings data
Follow steps 2 to 4, and select [OFF] in step 5.
Camera settings data display
In the date/time data display, the date and time
is displayed in the same area.
If you record the picture without setting the
clock, [--- -- ----] and [--:--:--] will appear.
60
min
A SteadyShot off
B Exposure
C Whi te balance
D Gain
E Shutter speed
F Aperture value
0:00:00:00
AUTO
100 AWB
F1.6
9
1
2
3
dB
4
5
6
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Playback
Playing the picture on a TV
For TRV128/228/328/428:
A/V OUT jack
Connect your camcorder to a TV using the
supplied A/V connecting cable as shown in
the following illustration.
Connect the supplied AC Adaptor to the wall
outlet for the power supply (p. 12).
Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied
with the devices to be connected.
To copy to another tape, see page 63.
Yellow
Playback
Black
Signal flow
For TRV260/265:
A/V OUT jack
Signal flow
A/V connecting cable (supplied)
A/V connecting cable (supplied)
Yellow
White
Red
VCRs or TVs
VCRs or TVs
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* When there is an S video jack on the device to be
connected, connect the S video plug to that jack
instead of using the yellow video plug. The aud io
will not be outp ut when you conn ect wi th the S video
plug alon e .
Pictures can be reproduced more faithfully with this
connection.
When your TV is connected to a VCR
Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input
on the VCR using the A/V connecting cable. Set
the input selecto r o n the VCR to LINE.
To connect to a TV without audio/video
input jacks
For TRV128/228/328/428:
Use a NTSC system RFU adapto r (optional).
Refer to the operating instruction s of your TV
and the RFU adaptor.
When your TV is stereo
For TRV128/228/328/428:
Connect the audio plug of the A/V connecting
cable to the left (white) input jack of your TV.
Locating a scene on a
tape for playback
( TRV265)
Searching quickly for a desired scene – Zero set memory
m REW
PLAY
STOP
DISPLAY
ZERO SET MEMORY
When your TV is monaural (When your
TV has only one audio input jack)
For TRV260/265:
Connect the y el lo w plu g of th e A/ V co nn e cti ng
cable to the video in put jack and connect the
white or the red pl ug to the audio input jack of
your TV or VCR.
When you want to pla y the sound in monaural
mode, use a connecting cable ( optional) f or that
purpose.
1 During playback, press ZERO SET
MEMORY on the Remote
Commander at the point you want to
locate later on.
The tape counter is reset to “0:00:00” and
appears on the sc reen.
If the tape counter is not displayed, press
DISPLAY on the Remote Commander.
2 Press STOP when you want to stop
playback.
3 Press m REW.
The tape stops automatically wh en the t ape
counter reaches “0:00:00.”
4 Press PLAY.
The playback star ts fr om the point
designated “0:0 0: 00” on the tape counter .
To cancel the operation
Press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote
Commander agai n.
40
Playback
b Notes
• There may be a discrepancy of sever a l se conds
between the time code and the tape counter.
• Zero set memory will not function correctly if there
is a blank section between recorded sect ions on the
tape.
Searching for a scene by date of recording – Date search
You can locate the point where the recording
date changes.
SEARCH M.
. / >
STOP
1 Slide the POWER sw itch re peate dly to
select the PLAY/EDIT mode.
2 Pre ss SEARCH M. on the Remote
Commander repeatedly to select
[DATE SEARCH].
3 Press . (previous)/> (next) on
the Remote Commander to select a
recording date.
Playback starts automatically from the
point where the date changes.
Each time you press the bu tton, the previous
or the next date will be searched for and
displayed.
To cancel the operation
Press STOP on the Remote Commander.
b Notes
• If one day’s recording is less than 2 mi nute s, your
camcorder may not accurately find the poi n t whe re
the recording date changes.
• The Date search will not function correctly when
there is a blank section between recorded sections on
the tape.
Searching for a still image – Photo search
You can locate the still image you have
recorded on a tape.
SEARCH M.
. / >
STOP
1 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to
select the PLAY/EDIT mode.
2 Press SEARCH M. on the Remo te
Commander repeatedly to select
[PHOTO SEARCH].
3 Press . (previous)/> (next) on
the Remote Commander to select the
photo for playback.
Playback of the photo starts automatically.
Each time you press the button, the previous
or the next photo will be searched for and
displayed.
To cancel the operation
Press STOP on the Remote Commander.
b Note
• If a tape has a blank section between reco rd ed
sections, the Photo search func tion may not work
correctly.
Playback
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41
Playing back still images in sequence – Photo scan
You can also locate still images one after
another and display each image for 5 seconds
automatically.
SEARCH M.
. / >
STOP
1 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to
select the PLAY/EDIT mode.
2 Press SEARCH M. on the Remote
Commander repeatedly to select
[PHOTO SCAN].
3 Press . (previous)/> (next) on
the Remote Commander.
Each photo will be played back for about 5
seconds.
To cancel the operation
Press STOP on the Remote Commander.
b Note
• If a tape has a blank section between recorded
sections, the Photo scan function ma y not work
correctly.
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B
Advanced operations
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Changing the menu settings
OTHERS (p. 59)
TAPE SET
REC MODE
AUDIO MODE
REMAIN
FRAME REC
IN T. REC
RETURN
[
SP
MENU] : END
STBY
You can change various settings or make
detailed adjustments using the menu items
displayed on the screen.
MENU
POWER switchSEL/PUSH EXEC dial
1 Turn on the power (p. 15).
2 Pre ss MENU.
The menu scree n appears.
MANUAL SET
PROGRAM AE
P EFFECT
AUTO SHTR
[
MENU] : END
STBY
4 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select the desired item, then press the
dial.
The available menu i t em s var y de pending
on the position of the POWER switch.
Unavailable items will be grayed out.
TAPE SET
REC MODE
AUDIO MODE
REMAIN
FRAME REC
IN T. REC
RETURN
[
MENU] : END
AUTO
ON
STBY
5 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select the desired mode, then press the
dial.
TAPE SET
REC MODE
AUDIO MODE
REMAIN
FRAME REC
IN T. REC
RETURN
[
MENU] : END
STBY
ON
6 Press MENU to hide the menu screen.
If you want to change other items, select
[ RETURN] and pr ess the dial, then
repeat steps from 3 to 5.
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3 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select desired menu, then press the
dial.
MANUAL SET (p. 44)
CAMERA SET (p. 47)
PLAYER SET (p. 51) ( TRV 128/
228/328/428)
VCR SET (p. 51) ( TRV260/265)
LCD SET (p. 53)
TAPE SET (p. 54)
SETUP MENU (p. 57)
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43
Using the
(MANUAL SET) menu
– PROGRAM AE/P EFFECT, etc.
You can select items listed below in the
MANUAL SET menu. To select these items,
see “Changing the menu settings” (p. 43).
PROGRAM AE
You can record pic tures easily in a situat ion that requires vari ous techniques by
selecting the following settings.
G AUTO Select this when not using PROGRAM AE.
SPOTLIGHT*
(spotlight) ( )
Select to prevent people’s f ace s from appearing
excessively white when subje cts are lit by s trong
light, such as in a theater or at a wedding.
The default settings are marked with G. The
settings you can adjust vary depending on the
power mode of your camcorder. The screen
shows the items you can operate at the moment .
Unavailable item s w ill be grayed out.
MANUAL SET
PROGRAM AE
P EFFECT
AUTO SHTR
[
MENU] : END
PORTRAIT (soft
portrait) ( )
SPORTS* (sports
lesson) ( )
BEACH&SKI*
(beach & ski) ( )
SUNSETMOON
** (sunset &
moon) ( )
LANDSCAPE**
(landscape) ( )
* Your camcorder is adjusted to focus only on subjects in the middle to far distance.
Select to bring out the subject suc h a s pe ople or
flowers while creating a soft background.
Select to minimize shake when shooting fastmoving subjects such as in tennis or golf.
Select to prevent people’s f ace s from appearing
dark in strong light or reflected light, such as at a
beach in midsummer or on a ski slope .
Select to maintain the a tmosphere of situations
such as sunsets, general night vi ews , fir e works,
and neon signs.
Select when shooting distant subjects such as
mountains. This set ting also prevents your
camcorder from focusing on glass or metal m esh
in windows that comes i n between the camco rder
and the subject.
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44
P EFFECT
**Your camcorder is adjuste d to fo cu s o nly on di stan t subjects.
Note
b
• When you set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON, [PROGRAM AE] does not work.
(The indicator flashes.)
For TRV128/228/328/428:
You can add special effects (such as fi lm s) to a picture before recording.
appears when each effect is selected.
For TRV260/265:
You can add spec i a l effects (such as fi lms) to a picture before or after recording.
appears when each effect is selected.
GOFF Select when not using the Picture effect setting.
NEG.ART Select to record/play the picture with the color
SEPIA Select to record/play the pi cture appearing in sepia.
B&W Select to record/play th e picture appearing in monochrom e (b lack-
SOLARIZE Select to record/play the picture looking like an
and brightness of the picture reverse d.
and-white).
illustration with strong contrast.
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SLIM Select to reco rd th e picture appearing vertically
expanded. (This effect is not availab le dur ing
playback.)
STRETCH Select to record the picture appe aring
horizontally expanded. (Thi s effe ct is not
available during playback.)
PASTEL Select to record the picture lo o ki n g like a pa le
pastel drawing. (This effect is not available
during playback.)
MOSAIC Select to record the picture appearing mosaic-
patterned. (This effect is not available during
playback.)
b Note
• For TRV260/265:
You cannot add effects to externally input pictures. Also, you cannot output pictures edited
with Picture effects via the DV Interface.
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45
AUTO SHTR
z Tip
• You can copy pictures edited using pict ure ef fec ts to another tape (p. 63).
GON Select to automatically activate the elect ronic shutter to adjust th e
OFF Select when recor ding without using the electr onic shutter.
shutter speed when recordin g in bright conditions.
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46
Using the
(CAMERA SET) menu
– 16:9 WIDE/STEADYSHOT, etc.
You can select items listed below in the
CAMERA SET menu. To select these items, see
“Changing the menu settings” (p. 43).
D ZOOM
You can select the maximum zoom level in case you want to zoom to a level
greater than 20 times while recording on a tape. Note that the image quality
decreases when you are using the digita l zoom. This function is use ful when
recording enla rged pictures of a distant subject, such as a bird.
The right side of the bar shows the digital
zooming zone.
The zooming zone appears when you select
the zooming level.
The default settings are marked with G. The
settings you can ad just vary depending on the
power mode of your camcorder. The screen
shows the items you can operate at the moment.
Unavailable items will be grayed out.
CAMERA SET
D ZOOM
1 6 : 9WI DE
STEADYSHOT
N. S. LIGHT
[
MENU] : END
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GOFF Select to deactivate the digital zoom. U p to 20 times zoom is
performed optically.
40 × Select to activate the digital zoom. 20 times through 40 times zoom is
performed digitally.
990 × Select to activate the digital zoom. 20 times through 990 times zoom
is performed digitally.
,continued
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47
16:9 WIDE
For TRV128/228/328/428:
You can record a ci nema-like picture ([CI N EMA] mode) or a 16:9 w i de picture
([16:9 FULL] mode) to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV.
Refer also to the manuals supplied with y our TV.
In [CINEM A ] m ode
When viewed on the LCD screen/viewfinder
When viewed on a 16:9 wide screen TV*
When viewed on a standard TV**
In [16:9 FULL] mode
When viewed on the LCD screen/viewfinder
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48
When view ed on a 16:9 wide screen TV*
When viewed on a standard TV**
* Picture appear s in full screen when the wi de - screen TV switches to full mode.
**Played in 4:3 mode. When you play a picture in the wide mode, it appears as you have seen
on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.
GOFF Standard setting (to reco rd pictur e s to play ba ck on a 4:3 TV). The
recorded picture will not be wide.
CINEMA ( ) Select to record a picture to be played back in CINEMA mode.
16:9 FULL ( ) Select to record a picture to be played back on a 16:9 wide TV.
z Tips
• The ID-1 system sends aspect ratio information (16:9, 4:3, or letter box) by inserting
signals between video signals .
• When you record in the [16:9 FULL], the date or time indi cator will be widened on wide-
screen TVs.
• For TRV328/428:
The SteadyShot does not work. If you set [16:9 FUL L ] in the me nu se ttings when the
SteadyShot is working, flashes and the SteadyShot does not function.
For TRV260/265:
You can record a 16:9 wide picture on the tape to watch on a 16:9 wide-screen TV
([16:9 WIDE] mode).
With this function [ON], your camcorde r offers even wider ang le s w hen you
move the power zoom lever to the “W” side than recording in [OFF].
When you connect your camcorder to a TV compatible with the ID-1/I D-2 system
and play the tape, the TV switches to full mode automatically.
Refer also to the manuals supplied with your TV.
When viewed on the LCD screen
When viewed on a 16:9 wide screen TV*
When viewed on a standard TV**
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* Picture appears in full screen when the wide-screen TV switches to full mode.
**In 4:3 mode. When you play a picture in the wide mode, it appears as you have seen on the
LCD screen.
GOFF Standard setting (to record pictur es to pla y back on a 4:3 TV). The
ON ( ) Select to record a picture to be played back on a 16:9 wide TV. The
Tips
z
• The ID-1 system sends aspect ratio information (16:9, 4:3, or letter box) by inserting
signals between video signals .
• The ID-2 system sends a copyright protection signal with the ID-1 signals inserted between
video signals in an analog connection.
• The SteadyShot does not work. If you set [16:9 WIDE] to [ON] in the menu settings when
the SteadyShot is working flashes a nd the St eadyShot does not function.
recorded picture will not be wide.
recorded picture will be played in full mode when you connect to your
TV compatible with ID-1/ID-2 system s.
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49
STEADYSHOT
N.S. LIGHT
For TRV328/428/ TRV260/265:
You can se lect this fun ction to com pensate for camera-shake.
GON Standard setting (enable the SteadyShot function). If you select a
function that STEADYSHOT cannot work with, appears.
OFF ( ) Select to deactivate the SteadyShot function.
Select to shoot a stationary subje ct with a tripod, or when using a
conversion lens (optional). Natur a l pictur e s are pr oduc e d.
b Note
• For TRV260/265:
Camera-shake cannot be completely compe nsated for in the following ca se s:
– When recording in a dark place
– When record ing a subject with little contrast to the background
– When recording horizontal stripes
– When using the zoom
– When recording a fast moving subject
– When the zoom position is set to the W-end side
When using the NightShot plus function to record, you can record clearer pictures
by using the NightS hot Light to emit infrared rays (invisible).
GON Select to use the NightShot Light. (p. 28)
OFF Select to disable the NightShot Light. (p. 28)
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50
Using the (PLAYER
SET)/
menu
(VCR SET)
– HiFi SOUND/EDIT, etc.
items, see “Changing the menu setting s”
(p. 43).
The default settings are marked with
G. The
settings you ca n adjust vary dependi ng on the
power mode of your camcor der.
shows the items you can operate at the moment.
Unavailable items will be grayed out.
The screen
You can select the items listed below in the
menu (the PLAYER SET menu for
TRV128/228/328/428, the VCR SET
menu for TRV260/265.) To select these
HiFi SOUND
For TRV260/265:
You can select how to play back audio recorded on a tape in stereo mode.
GSTEREO Select to play back a stereo tape or dual sound track tape with main
and sub sound.
1 Select to play back a stereo tape with the left channel sound or a dual
sound track tape with main sound.
2 Select to play back a stereo tape with the right channel sound or a dual
sound track tape with sub sound.
b Notes
• You can playback a dual sound track cassett e on this camcorder. However, you cannot
record a dual sound track on this camcorder.
• The setting returns to [STEREO] when you disconne c t the powe r sourc e fr om your
camcorder for more than 5 minutes.
EDIT
For TRV128/228/328/428:
Picture degradation is minimized whe n you dub or edit a tape using the camcorder
as the playback devi ce.
GOFF Select this for no compensation.
ON Select to minimize picture degradation.
VCR SET
HiFi SOUND
AUDIO MIX
[
MENU] : END
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b Note
• The setting returns to [OFF] when you disconnect the power source from your camcorder
for more than 5 minutes.
,continued
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51
TBC
DNR
AUDIO MIX
For TRV128/228/328/428:
GON Select to correct jitter (horizontal picture shake during playback).
OFF Select to not compensate picture distortion when playing back a tape
on which you have dubbed repeatedly or reco rd ed TV game signals.
For TRV128/228/328/428:
GON Select to eliminate color noise in the picture.
OFF Select to minimize picture art i facts in a picture containing lots of
movement.
For TRV260/265:
You can adjust the audio balance between ST1 (the originally recorded sound)
and ST2.
b Notes
• You cannot adjust sound recorded in 16 bit audio mode.
• Only the originally recorded sound will be hear d when you disc onnect the power source
from your camcorder for more than 5 minutes.
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52
Using the (LCD
SET) menu
COLOR, etc.
You can select the items listed below in the
LCD SET menu. To select these items, see
“Changing the menu settings” (p. 43).
LCD BRIGHT
– LCD B.L./LCD
See page 16 for details.
The default settings are marked with G. The
settings you ca n adjust vary dependi ng on the
power mode of your camcor der.
shows the items you can operate at the moment.
Unavailable items will be grayed out.
LCD SET
LCD BRIGHT
LCD B. L.
LCD COLOR
[
MENU] : END
The screen
LCD B.L.
LCD COLOR
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen’s backlight. The recorded picture
will not be affected by this setting.
GBRT NORMAL Standard brightness.
BRIGHT Select to brighten the LCD screen.
b Notes
• When you connect your camcorder to outside power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically
selected for the setting.
• When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is reduc ed by abou t 10 pe rce nt during recording.
Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the color on the LCD screen. The
recorded pict ure will not be affected by this setting.
Low intensity
High intensity
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53
Using the (TAPE
SET) menu
INT.REC, etc.
You can select items listed below in the TAPE
SET menu. To select items, see “Changing the
menu settings” (p. 43).
The default settings are marked with G. The
settings you can adj ust vary depending on the
REC MODE
– FRAME REC/
GSP ( SP ) Select to record in the SP (Standard Play) mode on a cassette.
LP ( LP ) Select to increase the recording time from that of the SP mode (2 times
longer for TRV128/228/328/428, 1.5 times longer for
TRV260/265) (Long Play). The use of Sony cassettes is
recommended to get the most out of your c am c or der.
b Notes
• If you record in the LP mode, a mosaic-like noise may appear or sound may be interrupted
when you play back the tape on other camcorders or VCRs.
• For TRV128/228/328/428:
When you record a tape in the LP mode on your camcorder, recording is carried out in the
standard 8 mm system.
• For TRV260/265:
When you mix recordings in the SP mode and in the LP mode on one tape, the playback
picture may be distorted or the time code may not be written properly between the scenes.
power mode of your camcorder. The screen
shows the items you can operate at the moment .
Unavailable item s w ill be grayed out.
TAPE SET
REC MODE
AUDIO MODE
REMAIN
FRAME REC
INT. REC
[
MENU] : END
AUDIO MODE
ORC TO SET
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54
For TRV260/265:
G12BIT Select to record in the 12-bit mode (2 stereo sounds).
16BIT ( ) Select to record in the 16-bit mode (1 stereo sound with high quality).
For TRV128/228/328/428:
You can automatically adjust the recording condition to get the best possible
recording.
When you select [ORC TO SET] in the menu settings, [START/STOP KEY]
appears. Press REC START/STOP. [ORC] appears on the screen and adjustment
starts. Your camcorder returns to the stand by mode when adjustment is complete.
It takes about 10 seconds for adjustment.
b Notes
• Each time you eject a cassette, this setting will be canceled.
REMAIN
• When you set [ORC TO SET], a non-recorded section of about 0.1 second appears on the
tape. However, note that this non-re corde d se c tion disappears from the tape when you
continue recording from this secti on.
• To check if you have already set this setting, select [ORC TO SET] in the menu settings.
[ORC ON] is displayed if it is already set .
FRAME REC
GAUTO Select to display the remaining tape bar:
• For about 8 seconds after you turn on your camcorder with the
cassette inserted, and your cam c or de r cal cu la te s the rem ai ning
amount of tape.
• For about 8 seconds after (play) is presse d.
• For about 8 seconds after DSPL/BATT IN FO is pressed to display
the screen indicators.
• For the period of tape rewinding, forwarding or picture search.
ON Select to always display the remaining tape indicator.
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For TRV260/265:
You can record pict ur es with a stop-motion animated effect by alter nately frame
recording and then moving the subject a little.
For TRV265:
Operate your camcorder using the Remot e Commander to prev ent camera shake.
GOFF Select to record in the standard recording mode.
ON Select to record pictures using the fra m e rec or di ng f unc tion.
1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [ON], then
press the dial.
2 Press MENU to hide the menu settings.
lights up.
3 Press REC START/STOP.
A picture (approximately 6 frames) is recorded, and your
camcorder enters the standby mode.
4 Move the subject and repeat step 3.
b Notes
• When you use frame recording continuously, the remaining tape time will not be indicated
correctly.
• The last scene will be longer than other scenes.
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55
INT.REC
For TRV260/265:
You can achieve excellent recording s of fl ow ers blooming, etc., wit h t hi s
function. Co nnect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the sup plied AC
Adaptor during the operation.
[a] [a] [a]
[b]
a. [REC TIME]
b. [INTERVAL]
[b]
1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [SET], then press the dial.
2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [INTERVAL], then press the
dial.
3 Turn the SE L / PU SH EXEC dial to se le ct the desired interval time
(30 seconds, 1, 5, 10 minutes), then pre ss the dial.
4 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [REC TIME], then press the
dial.
5 Turn the SE L/PUSH EXEC dial t o select the desired recording time
(0.5, 1, 1.5, 2 seconds), then press the dial.
6 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [ RETURN], then press the
dial.
7 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [ON], then press the dial.
8 Press MENU to hide the menu settings.
flashes.
9 Press REC START/STOP.
The interval recording starts.
lights up during int er v al recording.
To cancel recording, set to [OFF] in the menu settings.
b Note
• There may be a discrepancy in recor ding time of up to ± 6 frames from the selected tim e .
z
Tips
• If you adjust the focus manually, you may be able to record clear pictures even if the light
changes (p. 29).
• You can silence the beeps during recording ( p. 59).
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56
Using the (SETUP
MENU)
LANGUAGE, etc.
You can selec t items l isted below in the SETU P
MENU. To select items, see “Changing the
menu settings” (p. 43).
CLOCK SET
– CLOCK SET/USB STREAM/
You can set the date and time (p. 17).
The default settings are marked with G. The
settings you ca n adjust vary dependi ng on the
power mode of your camcor der.
The screen
shows the items you can operate at the moment.
Unavailable items will be grayed out.
SETUP MENU
CLOCK SET
USB STREAM
LTR SIZE
LANGUAGE
DEMO MODE
[
MENU] : END
AUTO DATE
USB STREAM
LTR SIZE
Customizing Your Camcorder
For TRV128/228/328/428:
You can automatically record th e date once a day for 10 se conds after you start
recording.
GON Select to record the date for 10 seconds after recording ha s sta r te d.
OFF Select to cancel the aut o da te function.
z Tip
• The auto date function automatically displays the date once a day. However, the date may
automaticall y appear more than once a day if:
– you set the date and time.
– you eject and insert the ta pe again.
– you stop recording within 10 seconds.
– you set [AUTO DATE ] to [OF F] once and set it back to [ON] in the me nu settings.
For TRV260/265:
You can conn ec t a USB cabl e (su ppl ied ) to you r c amcor de r, an d vi ew t he pi ct ure
displayed on the screen of your camcorder on your comput er (USB Streaming ).
For details, refer to the “Computer Applications Guide.”
GOFF Select to deactivate the USB Streaming function.
ON Select to activate the USB Streaming function.
GNORMAL Select to display se lected menu items in norma l size.
2× Select to display select ed menu items at twice the normal hei ght.
,continued
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57
LANGUAGE
DEMO MOD E
You can select or change the language used for the on-screen display (p. 19). You
can select from English, Simplified English, Canadian-French, Latin American
Spanish, Brazilian-Portuguese, Traditional-Chinese, or Korean.
When you remove a cassette from your camcorder, and select the CAMERA
mode, you can view the demonstration in about 10 minutes.
GON Select to see an over view of the fu ncti ons a vailabl e such as when y ou
OFF Select when you do not intend to use the [DEMO MODE].
b Note
• You can view the demonstration only when the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch is set to OFF.
Tips
z
• The demonstration will be suspended in situa ti ons such as those described below.
– When a cassette is inser ted.
– When a mode other than CAMERA is selected.
• If [A.SHUT OFF] is set to [5 min] when the camcorder is used on the battery pack, the
power will be turned off after approxima te ly 5 mi nutes (p. 59).
are using this camcorder for the first time.
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58
Using the
(OTHERS) menu
TIME/VIDEO EDIT, etc.
You can select items listed below in the
OTHERS menu. T o select items, see “Chan ging
the menu settings ” ( p . 43).
The default settings are marked with G. The
settings you ca n adjust vary depend i ng on the
DATA CODE
For TRV260/265:
GOFF Select not to display da te, time and the camera settings data during
DATE/TIME Select to displa y the dat e and time during playback. (p. 37)
CAM DATA Select to display the camera setting data during playback. (p. 37)
WORLD TIME
You can adjust the t i m e difference when using your camcorde r ab road. Set the
time difference by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, the clock will be adjusted
in accordance with the time difference. If you set the time difference to 0, the
clock returns to the originally set time.
– WORLD
playback.
power mode of your camcorder. The screen
shows the items you can operate at the moment.
Unavailable items will be grayed out.
OTHERS
WORLD TIME
BEEP
A. SHUT OFF
COMMANDER
DISPLAY
REC LAMP
[
MENU] : END
Customizing Your Camcorder
BEEP
A.SHUT OFF
GMELODY Select to play a mel ody whe n you st art/stop recording, operate your
camcorder with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial , or when an unus ua l
condition occurs on your camcorder.
NORMAL Select to sound a beep inste a d of the mel ody.
OFF Select to cancel the melody, beep sound, shutter sound and operation
confirmation beep.
G5 min Select to activate the Auto shut off. When approximately 5 minutes
have elapsed while you do not operate your camcorder, the camcorder
is automatically turned off to preve nt th e battery from becoming
consumed.
NEVER Select to deactivate the Au to sh u t of f.
,continued
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59
COMMANDER
DISPLAY
b Note
• When you connect your camcorder to the wall outlet, [A.SHUT OFF] is automatically set
to [NEVER].
For TRV228/428/ TRV265:
GON Select when using the Remote Commander supplied with your
camcorder.
OFF Select to deactivate the Re mote Commander to prevent your
camcorder from responding to a com ma nd se nt by another VCR
remote control unit.
b Note
• The setting returns to [ON] when you have the power source disconnected from your
camcorder for more than 5 minutes.
REC LAMP
VIDEO EDIT
GLCD Select to show the displays such as the time code on the LCD scree n
and in the viewfinder.
V-OUT/LCD Sele ct to show the displays such as the time code on the TV scr een ,
LCD screen, and in the viewfinder.
GON Select to turn on the camera recording lamp on the front of your
camcorder during recording.
OFF Select this setting in the following recording situa tions. The camera
recording lamp will not light up dur i ng rec o rd ing.
• When you do not want the subject to be nervous about being
recorded.
• When you are recordin g close to the subject.
• When the subject reflects the recordi ng la mp.
For TRV260/265:
You can select up to 20 scenes (programs) and record them in the desired order to
another recording device such as VCR (p. 69).
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60
Dubbing/Editing
Connecting to a VCR
For TRV128/228/328/428:
A/V OUT jack
You can create a copy of the picture recorded
on your camcorder on other recording
devices (p. 63).
For TRV260/ 265, you can also record the
picture from a VCR to a tape on your
camcorder (p. 68).
Connect your camcorder to a VCR as shown
in the following illustration.
Dubbing/Editing
Yellow
A/V connecting cable (supplied)
Signal flow
Black
VCRs
,continued
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For TRV260/265:
A/V OUT jack
A/V OUT
Connecting with an i.LINK cable
i.LINK cable (optional)
i.LINK jack
DV Interface
Yellow
A/V connecting cable (supplied)
Signal flow
* When there is an S video jack on the device to be
connected, connect the S video plug to that jack
instead of using the yellow video plug. The aud io
will not be outp ut when you conn ect wi th the S video
plug alon e .
Pictures can be reproduced more faithfully with this
connection.
b Notes on the A/V connecting cable
• Use the A/V connecti n g cable to c onn ect your
camcorder to other devices. Bef or e conne c ting,
make sure the [DISPLAY ] setting in the
(OTHERS) menu is set to [LCD] (the default
setting) (p. 60).
• For TRV128/228/328/428:
When you are connecting your camco rd er to st ereo
device, connect the audio plug of the A/V
connecting cable to the l eft (white) j ack on the VCR .
• For TRV260/265:
When you are connecting your camco rd er to
monaural device, connect the yellow plug of the
A/V connecting cable to the video jack , an d the red
or the white plug to the audio jack on the VCR.
White
VCRs
Red
To use an i.LINK cable for connection
For TRV260/265:
Use an i.LINK cable (optional) to connect your
camcorder to ot her devi ce via the DV Int erface .
The video and sound signals are transmitted
digitally, producing high quality pictures. Note
that you cannot record the picture and sound
separately. For det ails, see page 84.
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Dubbing to another tape
You can copy and edit the pic ture played
back on your camcord e r to other recording
devices (such as VCRs).
1 Connect your VCR to your camcorder
as a recording device (p. 61, 62).
2 Prepare your VCR for recording.
• Insert a cassette for recording.
• If your VCR has an input selector, set it to
the input mode.
3 Prepare your camcorder for playback.
• Insert the recorded cassette.
• Slide the POWER switch to select the
PLAY/EDIT mode.
4 Start the playback on your camcorder,
and record it on the VCR.
Refer to the operating instruc tions supp lied
with your VCR for details.
• For TRV260/265:
When your camcorder is connected to the VCR via
the DV Interface, you cannot rec or d the title or
indicators.
• For TRV260/265:
Pictures edited with Picture effect ([P EFFECT]
p. 45) cannot be output via the DV Interface.
• For TRV260/265:
When connected using the i.LI NK cable, the
recorded picture becomes rough when a picture is
paused on your camcorder while recording to a
VCR.
z Tip
• For TRV128/228/328/428:
To prevent deterioration of pictur es , set [ EDI T] to
[ON] in the (PLAYER SET) menu before
dubbing (p. 51).
Dubbing/Editing
5 When the dubbing is finished, stop
your camcorder and the VCR.
b Notes
• When dubb ing using the A/V connec ting cable,
press DSPL/BATT INFO to hide indicators such as
time code (p. 37). Otherwise, they will be recor de d
on the tape.
• For TRV260/265:
When connected using the A/V connecting cable, to
record the date/time and camera settings data, have
it displayed on screen (p. 37 ).
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Dubbing a tape easily
– Easy Dubbing
(
TRV128/228/328/428)
You can control VCR for dubbing with your
camcorder easily with the VCR connected to
the camcorder.
5 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [SETUP], then press the dial.
EASY DUBBING
SETUP
I R SETUP
PAUSE MODE
I R TEST
RETURN
[
:
E A SY ]
E N D
B UD
0 0 : 0 0 : 0
3
NORMAL
Step 1: Preparing your camcor der
and VCR for operation
Follow the steps below when yo u are
performing the Easy Dubbing for the first
time. You can skip this setting if you have set
up the VCR by the following procedure
before.
b Note
• You cannot perform the Easy Dubbing on a VCR
that does not support [IR SETUP] codes.
1 Connect your VCR to your camcorder
as a recording device ( p. 62).
2 Prepare your VCR for recording.
• Insert a cassette for recording.
• Set the input selector to input mode, if
your VCR has one.
3 Prepare your camcorder for playback.
• Insert a cassette for editing.
• Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to
select the PLAY/ED IT mode.
4 Press EASY DUB.
EASY DUBBING
START
T I T LE SEL
MODE SEL
SETUP
0 0 : 0 0 : 0
6 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [IR SETUP], then press the dial.
When you conne ct wit h an A/V connec ting
cable, you need to chec k t he [IR SETUP]
code signal t o see if your VCR can be
operated by your camcorder (infra red ray
emitter).
7 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select the [IR SETUP] code of your
VCR, then press the dial.
For the [IR SETUP] code of your VCR,
refer to “[IR SETUP] code list” (p.6 5).
When there is more t han one cod e listed for
the manufactur er of your VCR, try each
code and find the m os t appropriate one.
8 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [PAUSE MODE], then press the
dial.
EASY DUBBING
SETUP
I R SETUP
PAUSE MODE
I R TEST
RETURN
[
:
E A SY ]
E N D
B UD
PAUSE
REC
PB
0 0 : 0 0 : 0
NORMAL
9 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select the mode to cancel recordin g
pause on the VCR, then press the dial.
Refer to the operating instructions su pplied
with your VCR for details on operation.
[
E A SY ]
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NORMAL
:
E N D
B UD
10Point the infrared ray emitter of yo ur
camcorder towards the remote sensor
on your VCR, from about 30 cm (12
in.) away, with no obstructions.
Infrared ray
emitter
Remote sensor
VCR
11Set the VCR to recording pause.
12Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [IR TEST], then press the dial.
13Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [EXECUTE], then press the dial.
Recording starts on your VCR when the
setting is correct. [COMPLETE] appears
when the [IR SETU P] code test is finished.
Go on to the next step.
When recordin g fails t o start, select anothe r
[IR SETUP] code an d try again.
14Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [ RETURN], then press the
dial.
[IR SETUP] code list
The following [IR SETUP] codes are reco rded
on your camcorder by default. (It is set at “3” as
the default setting.)
Manufacturing
company
Sony 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Admiral (M. Wards) 89
Aiwa 47, 54, 80
Akai 49, 51
Audio Dynamic 21, 35
Bell&Howell (M. Wards) 36
Broksonic 21, 70, 82
Canon 77, 78
Citizen 47
Craig 47, 73
Curtis Mathis 8, 77, 80
Daewoo 26, 40, 77
DBX 21, 33, 35
Dimensia 8
Emerson 26, 48, 59, 70, 80, 81, 82
Fisher 36, 37, 44, 45
Funai 80
General Electric 8, 32*, 77, 94*, 101
Goldstar/LG 47
GO VIDEO 71
Hitachi 8, 42, 78
HQ 40
Instant Replay 77, 78
JC Penny 8, 21, 33, 35, 36, 42, 77
JVC 12, 13, 14, 21, 33, 35
Kenwood 21, 33, 35, 47
LXI (Sears) 36, 37, 42, 44, 45, 47,
Magnavox 17, 77, 78, 83
Marantz 21, 33, 35
Marta 47
Memorex 37, 77
Minolta 8, 42
Mitsubishi/MGA 22, 23, 24, 28, 29
[IR SETUP] code
49, 80
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65
Manufacturing
[IR SETUP] code
company
Multitech 23, 32, 80
NEC 21, 33, 35
Olympic 77, 78
Optimus 22
Orion 60
Panasonic 16, 17, 77, 78
Pentax 8, 42
Philco 26, 70, 77, 78
Philips 47, 77, 78, 83
Pioneer 78
Quasar 6, 16, 17, 77, 78
RCA/PROSCAN 7, 8, 16, 40, 41, 42, 77,
78, 78*, 83, 101
Realistic 22, 36, 37, 77, 80, 88
Sansui 21
Singer 73
Samsung 24, 24*, 32, 32*, 41, 94,
94*
Sanyo 26, 36, 37, 47
Scott 22, 23, 24, 28, 32, 37,
40, 41
Sharp 88, 89
Shintom 73
Signature 2000 80, 89
Sylvania 77, 78, 80, 83
Symphonic 80
Tashiro 47
Tatung 21, 33, 35
Teac 21, 33, 35, 80
Technics 77, 78
Toshiba 7, 40, 49
Wards 37, 47, 88, 89, 95
Yamaha 21, 33, 35, 36
Zenith 95
* TV/VCR component
Step 2: Selecting the title
You can insert a title.
You can select one of the 8 preset titles and
the 2 custom titles. See steps 1 to 4 on
page 31 t o create original titles.
1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [TITLE SEL], then press the
dial.
EASY DUBBING
T I T LE SEL
OFF
H E L L O
!
H A P P Y B I R T H D A Y
H A P P Y H O L I D A Y S
C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S
O U R S W E E T B A B Y
[
EASY DUB]:END
0 0 : 0 0 : 0
!
2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select the desired title, then press the
dial.
The title flashes.
BB I NGU D Y S A E
OK
COLOR
SIZE
BACK COL
[
EASY DUB]:END
HELLO!
0 0 : 0 0 : 0
3 Change [COLOR] (color), [SIZE]
(size), or [BACK COL.] (back ground
color) as necessary.
If you do not need to ch ange them, go to
Step 3 (p. 6 7).
1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
[COLOR], [SIZE], or [BACK COL.],
then press the dial. The selected item
appears on the sc reen.
2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
the desired item, then press the dial.
3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 until the title is laid
out as desired.
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4 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [OK], then press the dial.
The title lights up.
EASY DUBBING
START
T I T LE SEL
MODE SEL
SETUP
0 0 : 0 0 : 0
ON
HELLO!
[
E A SY ]
b Notes
• You can put a title only in to the tape of the VCR.
• If you set the background color to [FADE] , th e
picture may not appear properly, depe nding on the
connected VCR.
z Tips
• The title color changes as follows:
[WHITE] y [YELLOW] y [VIOLET] y
[RED] y [CYAN] y [GREEN] y [BLUE]
• The title si ze changes as fo llows:
[SMALL] y [LARGE]
• The background color changes as follows:
[FADE] y [WHITE] y [YELLOW] y
[VIOLET] y [RED] y [CYAN] y [GREEN]
y [BLUE] y [BLACK]
NORMAL
:
E N D
B UD
Step 3: Selecting the dubbing
mode
You can choose either normal recording
([NORMAL]) or interval recording
([PREVIEW]).
1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [MODE SEL], then press the
dial.
EASY DUBBING
START
TITLE SEL
MODE SEL
SETUP
HELLO!
[
EASY DUB]:END
NORMAL
PREVIEW
NORMAL
0 0 : 0 0 : 0
2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [NORMAL] or [PREVIEW],
then press the dial.
When you select [NORMAL]
You can record into the VCR normally.
When you select [PREVIEW]
You can make a time-lapse dubbing by
setting the VCR to automatically repeat 5
seconds’ reco rding and 25 seconds’
standby.
[a]
[b]
[c]
5 s
25 s
30 s 30 s
5 s
25 s
a. Reco rd in g time (VCR)
b. Waiting time (VCR)
c. Playback time (camcorder)
Step 4: Performing Easy Dubbing
Make su re th at y ou r c am co rd er and V CR ar e
connected, and that the VCR is set to
recording pause .
1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [START], then press the dial.
EASY DUBBING
START
TITLE SEL
MODE SEL
SETUP
Engage rec pause.
[
EASY DUB]:END
RETURN
EXECUTE
NORMAL
0 0 : 0 0 : 0
Dubbing/Editing
,continued
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67
2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [EXECUTE], then press the dial.
When dubbing ends, your camcorder and
VCR stop automatically.
Then the display returns to the Easy
Dubbing initial screen.
To stop dubbing during editing
Press (stop) on your camcorder.
To quit Easy Dubbing
Press EASY DUB.
b Note
• [NOT READY] appears on the screen when
[START] is not carried out.
Recording pictures
from a VCR
You can record and edit pictures from a VCR
on a tape inserted in your camcorder.
Insert a cassette for recording in your
camcorder.
b Note
• Your camcorder can only record from an NTSC
source. For example, European video or TV
programs (PAL/SECAM) cannot be recorded
correctly. See page 81 for detail s on TV colo r
systems.
1 Connect your VCR to your camcorder
(p. 62).
Use an i.LINK cabl e (optional) for
connection.
2 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to
select the PLAY/EDIT mode.
3 Press (rec) and the button on its
right simultaneously on your
camcorder, then immediately press
(pause) on your camcorder.
( TRV260/265)
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68
4 S t art playing the cassette on your
VCR.
The picture played on the connected device
appears on the LCD scr een of your
camcorder.
5 Press (pause) at the point you
want to start recording.
6 Press (stop) to stop recording.
z Tip
• appears when you connect your camcorder
and other devices via an i.LINK cable. (This
indicator may also appear on your TV.)
Dubbing selected
scenes from a tape
– Digital program editing
(
TRV260/265)
You can select up to 20 scenes (progra ms)
and record them in the desired order to other
recording device such as VCR.
Delete unwanted scene
2 Prepare your VCR.
• Insert a cassette for recording.
• Set the input selector to input mode, if
your VCR has one.
3 Prepare your camcorder (playing
device).
• Insert a cassette for editing.
• Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to
select the PLAY/EDIT mode.
4 Press MENU.
Change the order
Results of editing
Step 1: Preparing your camco rder
and VCR for operation
Follow the steps below when you are
performing digital program editing for the
first time to a tape in a VCR. You can skip
this setting if you have set up the VCR by the
following proc edure before.
b Notes
• You cannot perform the Digital program editing on
a VCR that does not support [IR SETUP] codes.
• When your camcorder is connected to the VCR via
the DV Interface, you cannot record the title or
indicators.
1 Co nnect your VCR to the camcorder
as a recording device (p. 62).
You can use either t he A/V connecting
cable or the i.LINK cable to make the
connection . The dubbing procedure is
easier with the i.LINK connection.
5 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select (OTHERS), then press the
dial.
6 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [VIDEO EDIT], then press the
dial.
VIDEO EDIT
MARK
UNDO
ERASE ALL
START
EDIT SET
TOTAL 0:00:00:00
SCENE 0
[MENU] : END
1 IN
0:08:55:06
7 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [EDIT SET], then press the dial.
VIDEO EDIT
EDIT SET
CONTROL
ADJ TEST
”CUT–IN”
”CUT–OUT”
IR SETUP
PAUSEMODE
IR TEST
RETURN
[MENU] : END
0:08:55:06
IR
8 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [CONTROL], then press the
dial.
VIDEO EDIT
EDIT SET
CONTROL
IR
i. LINK
0:08:55:06
Dubbing/Editing
[MENU] : END
,continued
Dubbing/Editing
69
9 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [i.LINK] or [IR], then press the
dial.
When connecting with an i.LI N K
cable
After selecting [i.LINK], go on to “Step 2:
Adjusting the synchronization of the VCR”
(p. 70).
When connecting with an A/V
connecting cable
After selecting [IR], follow the procedure
described in “To set the [IR SETUP] code”
(p. 70).
To set the [IR SETUP] code
When you connect with an A/V connecting
cable, you need to check the [IR SETUP] code
signal to see if yo ur VCR can be operated by
your camcorder (infrared ray emitter).
Infrared ray
emitter
Remote sensor
1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to sel ect
[IR SETUP], then press the dial.
2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to sel ect
the [IR SETUP] code of your VCR, then
press the dial.
For the [IR SETUP] code of your V CR,
refer to “[IR S E T U P] code list” (p. 65).
When there is more than one code listed for
the manufacturer of yo ur V CR, try each
code and find the mo st appropriate one.
3 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to sel ect
[PAUSEMODE], then pres s the dial.
4 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to sel ect
the mode to cancel recording pause on
the VCR, then press the dial.
Refer to the operating instru ctions suppl ied
with your VCR for details on operation.
VCR
5 Point the infrared ray emitter of your
camcorder towar ds the remote sensor o n
your VCR, from about 30 cm (12 in.)
away, with no ob st ructions.
6 Insert a cassette into your VCR, and set
the VCR to recording pause.
7 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
[IR TEST], then press the dial.
8 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
[EXECUTE], then press the dial.
The recording starts o n your V CR when the
setting is correct. [COMPLETE] appears
when the [IR SETUP] code test is finished.
Go on to “Step 2: Adjusting the
synchronization of the VCR” (p. 70).
When recording fails to start, sele ct another
IR code and try again.
Step 2: Adjusting the
synchronization of the VCR
Follow the steps below when you are
performing digital program editing for the
first time to a tape in a VCR. You can skip
this setting if you have set up your VCR
before using the following procedure.
You can adjust the synchronization of your
camcorder and the VCR to avoid not
recording the starting scene.
1 Remove the cassette from your
camcorder. Prepare a pen and paper
to take notes.
2 Set the VCR to recording pause mode.
Skip this step if you have selected [i.LINK]
in step 9 on p. 70.
b Note
• Run the tape for about 10 seconds before
pausing. The starting scenes may not get
recorded whe n you start recordin g from
the beginning of the ta pe.
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70
3 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [ADJ TEST], then press the dial.
VIDEO EDIT
EDIT SET
CONTROL
ADJ TEST
”CUT–IN”
”CUT–OUT”
IR SETUP
PAUSEMODE
IR TEST
RETURN
[MENU] : END
0:08:55:06
RETURN
EXECUTE
ENGAGE
REC PAUSE
8 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select the average numerical value of
[IN], then press the dial.
The calculated start position for recording
is set.
9 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [”CUT-OUT”], then press the
dial.
4 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [EXECUTE], then press the dial.
[EXECUTING] flas hes and a picture (about
50 seconds long) with 5 [IN] and [O U T]
indicators each for adjusting
synchronizat ion is recorded. [COMP LETE]
appears when the recording i s fi nished.
VIDEO EDIT
EDIT SET
CONTROL
ADJ TEST
”CUT–IN”
”CUT–OUT”
IR SETUP
PAUSEMODE
IR TEST
RETURN
[MENU] : END
0:08:55:06
COMPLETE
5 Re wind the tape on yo u r VCR, then
play back in slow mode.
5 opening number s for each [IN] and
closing numbers for each [OUT] appea r.
6 Ta ke a note of the opening numerical
value of each [IN] and the closing
number value of each [OUT], then
calculate the average numerical value
for each [IN] and [OUT].
7 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [”CUT-IN”], then press the dial.
VIDEO EDIT
EDIT SET
CONTROL
ADJ TEST
”CUT–IN”
”CUT–OUT”
IR SETUP
PAUSEMODE
IR TEST
RETURN
[MENU] : END
0:08:55:06
0
10Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select the average numerical value of
[OUT], then press the dial.
The calculated stop position for recording is
set.
11Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [ RETURN], then press the
dial.
Recording the selected scenes as
programs
When you are perform in g dig ita l program
editing for the first time to a tape in a VCR,
go through the procedures described in Steps
1 and 2 (p. 69 to p. 70) beforehand .
Dubbing/Editing
VIDEO EDIT
EDIT SET
CONTROL
ADJ TEST
”CUT–IN”
”CUT–OUT”
IR SETUP
PAUSEMODE
IR TEST
RETURN
[MENU] : END
0
0:08:55:06
1 Prepare a cassette.
Insert a tape to be played back into the
camcorder.
Insert a cassette for recording into your
VCR.
Dubbing/Editing
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2 Press MENU.
3 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select (OTHERS), then press the
dial.
4 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [VIDEO EDIT], then press the
dial.
8 Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
The ending point of the first progra m is set,
and the lower part of the program mark
changes to light blue.
VIDEO EDIT
MARK
UNDO
ERASE ALL
START
EDIT SET
TOTAL 0:00:12:00
SCENE 1
[MENU] : END
2 IN
0:09:07:06
VIDEO EDIT
MARK
UNDO
ERASE ALL
START
EDIT SET
TOTAL 0:00:00:00
SCENE 0
[MENU] : END
1 IN
0:08:55:06
5 Search for the beginning of the first
scene that you want to record on your
camcorder, then pause playback.
6 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [MARK], then press the dial.
The starting point of the fir st program is set,
and the upper part of the program mark
changes to light blue.
VIDEO EDIT
MARK
UNDO
ERASE ALL
START
EDIT SET
TOTAL 0:00:00:00
SCENE 0
[MENU] : END
1 OUT
0:08:55:06
7 Search for the end of the first scene
that you want to record on your
camcorder, then pause playback.
9 Repeat steps 5 to 8 and create
programs.
10Set your VCR to the recording pause.
Skip this step if your camcorder is connected
via an i.LINK cable.
11Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [START], then press the dial.
VIDEO EDIT
MARK
UNDO
ERASE ALL
START
EDIT SET
TOTAL 0:00:12:00
SCENE 1
[MENU] : END
0:09:07:06
ENGAGE
REC PAUSE
RETURN
EXECUTE
12Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [EXECUTE], then press the dial.
A search for the beginning of the first
program start s, then the recordin g starts.
[SEARCH] appears during search and
[EDITING] appears during editing.
VI DEO ED I T
EDITING
SCENE 1 / 1
[ ] :
CANCEL [MENU] : END
0:00:06:00
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When a program is recorded, the program
mark stops flashing and remains lit. When
all programs have been recorded, t he
program editing operation stops
automatically.
To cancel recording, press (stop).
To end Digital program editing
Press MENU.
To save a program without using it to
record
Press MENU in step 11.
The program is stored in memory until the
cassette is ej ected.
To erase programs
1
Follow steps 1 t o 4 i n “R ecording the
selected scenes as programs” (p. 71).
2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
[UNDO] or [ERASE ALL], then press
the dial.
When you select [UNDO]
You can erase the last set program.
When you select [ERASE ALL]
You can erase all the programs.
3 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
[EXECUTE], then press the dial.
The programs are del eted. To cancel this
operation, select [RETURN], and then
press the dial.
b Notes
• You cannot set starting poin t or ending point on a
blank section of the tape. If there is a blank section,
the total time may not appear correctly.
• When you cannot operate the device correctly using
an i.LINK cable connectio n, s el ect [IR] in step 9 on
p. 70, and set the [IR SETUP] code.
Dubbing/Editing
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Troubleshooting
persists, remove the power source and
contact your Sony dealer.
Troubleshooting
If you run into any problem using your
camcorder, use the following table to
If “C:ss:ss” is displayed on the LCD
screen or the viewfinder, the self-diagnosis
display function is activated. See page 79 for
details.
troubleshoot the problem. If the problem
Overall operations
Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions
The power does not turn on. • The battery pack is discharged, running low, or not attached to the
The camcorder does not oper at e even
when the power is set to on.
For TRV228/428/ TRV265:
The supplied Remote Commander
does not function.
camcorder.
cAttach a charged battery pack to the camcorder. (p. 12)
cUse th e A C A daptor to connect to the wall outlet. (p. 15)
cDisconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet or remove the battery
pack, then reconnect it after about 1 minute. If the functions still do not
work, press the RESET button using a sharp-pointed object. (If you press
the RESET button, all settings including the clock setting are reset.)
cSet [COMMANDER] in the (OTHERS) menu to [ON]. (p. 60)
cIns ert a b at te r y in to the battery holder with the + – p olarities correctly
matching the + – marks. If this sti ll does not solve the problem, insert a
new battery since the battery is dea d. (p. 9 5)
cRemove any obstructions between the Remot e Co mm a nde r and th e
remote sensor.
Batteries/Power sources
Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions
The CHG (charge) lamp does not
light while the battery pack is be ing
charged.
The CHG (charge) lamp flashes while
the battery pack is being charged.
The battery pack is quickly
discharged.
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cAttach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly. If the lamp still does
not light up, then it indicates that no powe r is supplied from the wall
outlet.
• The battery charge is complete d. (p. 12)
cAttach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly. If the problem
persists, disconne ct the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet and contact
your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be damaged. (p. 12)
• The temperature of the environment is too low, or the bat ter y pack ha s
not been charged enough. This is not a m alfu n c tion.
cFully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, replace the
battery pack with a new one. It may be damaged. (p. 12, 83)
Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions
The remaining battery time indic a tor
does not indicate th e c o r re c t time.
The power turns off frequently
although the remaining battery
indicator indicates that the battery
pack has enough power to operate.
The power abruptly turns off. • [A.SHUT OFF] in the (OTHERS) menu is set to [5 min]. (p.59)
A problem occurs when the
camcorder is connected to th e AC
Adaptor.
• The temperature of the environment is too high or too low, or the battery
pack has not been charged enough. This is not a malfunction.
cFully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, replace the
battery pack with a new one. It may be damaged. (p. 12, 83)
• A problem has occurred in the remaining battery time indicator, or the
battery pack has not been charged enough.
cFully ch arge the battery again to correct the indication. (p. 12)
cWhen approximately 5 minutes have elapsed while you do not operate
your camcorder, the camcorder is automa tically turned off. Slide the
POWER switch down to turn the power on again. (p. 15) Or use the AC
adaptor.
cTurn off the power, and disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet.
Then, connect it again.
Cassette tapes
Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions
Cassette cannot be ejected from the
compartment.
Cassette is not ejected even when the
cassette lid is open.
The remaining tape indicato r is not
displayed.
cMake sure the power source (battery pack or AC Adaptor) is connect ed
correctly. (p.12)
cRemove the battery pack from the camcord er, then atta ch it again. (p.12)
cAttach a charged battery pack to the camcorder. (p.12)
cMoisture condensation is starting in your camcorder. (p. 86)
cSet [ REMAIN] to [ON] in the (TAPE SET) menu to always
display the remaining tape indic a tor. (p. 55)
LCD screen/viewfinder
Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions
An unknown language appears on the
screen.
An unknown picture appears on the
screen.
An unknown indicator appears on the
screen.
cSee page 19 .
cThe camcorder is in [DEMO MODE]. (The [DEMO MODE] is
automatically displayed when you leave the camcorder for 10 minutes
after selecting CAMERA without inserting a c a sse tte.) Insert a cassette
to cancel [DEMO MODE]. You can also set [DEMO MODE] to [OFF]
in the menu. (p . 58)
cRefer to the indicator list. (p. 97)
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Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions
The picture in the viewfinder is not
clear.
The picture in the viewfinder has
disappeared.
cUse the viewfinder lens adjustment lever to adjust th e lens. (p. 16)
cClose th e LCD pan el . The pictur e is not displ ay ed in the vie wfi nde r
when the LCD panel is open. (p. 16)
Recording
Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions
The tape does not start when you
press REC START/STOP .
The power abruptly turns off. • [A.SHUT OFF] in the (OTHERS) menu is set to [5 min]. (p. 59)
For TRV328/428/ TRV260/
265:
The SteadyShot does not function.
The auto focus does not function. cPress FOCUS to enable auto focus. (p. 29)
A vertical band appears when
recording candlelight or electric light
in the dark.
A vertical band appears when
recording a bright subject.
The color of the picture is not
correctly displayed.
Picture appears too bright on the
screen, and the subject does not
appear on the screen.
The shutter sound is not heard. cSet [BEEP] to [MELODY] or [NORMAL] in the (OTHERS) menu.
For TRV328/428/ TRV260/
265:
Black bands appear when you recor d
a TV screen or computer screen.
cSlide the POWER switch to turn on the CAMERA lamp. (p. 15)
cThe tape has rea ch ed th e end. Re wind it, or insert a new cassette.
cSet the wri te -pr ote c t ta b to REC or inse r t a new cassette. (p. 82)
cThe tape is stuck to the drum due to moisture condensation. Remove the
cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour, then re-insert the
cassette. (p. 86)
cWhen approximately 5 minutes have elapsed while you do not operate
your camcorder, the camcorder is automatically tur ne d off.
Slide the POWER switch down to t u rn the p owe r on ag ai n (p .15). Or
use the AC Adaptor.
• The battery pack is discharged. (p. 12)
cSet [S TE A DYSHOT] to [ON] in the (CA MERA SET) menu.
(p. 50)
cSet [16:9 WIDE] to [OFF] in the (CAMERA SET) menu. (p. 48)
cThe recording conditions are not suitable for auto focus. Adjust the focus
manually. (p. 29)
• This occurs when the contrast between the subject and the background is
too high. This is not a malfunction.
• This phenomenon is called the smear eff e ct . This is not a malfunction.
cDeactiva te the NightShot plus function. (p. 28)
cDeactiva te the NightShot plus function in bright places. (p . 28)
cCanc el the bac k light function. (p. 27)
(p. 59)
cSet [S T E A DYSHOT] to [OF F ] in the (CAMERA SET) menu.
(p. 50)
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Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions
Flickering or changes in color o ccurs. cThis occurs when recording pictures under a fluorescent lamp, sodium
END SEARCH does not work. • The cassette was ejected after recording.
END SEARCH does not work
correctly.
The built-in light does not functi on. cPress LIGHT re pe atedly to select .
lamp, or mercury lamp in the soft portrait or sports lesson mode. Cancel
[PROGRAM AE] in this case. (p. 44)
• The cassette is new and has nothing recorded.
• There is a blank section in the beginning or mi ddle of the tap e. This is
not a malfunction.
cIf the problem presists, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized
Sony service facility.
Playback
Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions
Cannot play back. cIf the tape ha s rea ch ed the end, rewind the tape. (p. 34)
Horizontal lines appear on the
picture. The displayed pictures are
not clear or do not appear.
No sound or only a low sound is
heard.
The sound breaks off. cClean the head using the cleaning cassette (optional). (p. 86)
For TRV265:
Cannot perform the Date search with
the recording date displaye d on the
screen.
For TRV260/265:
“---” is displayed on the screen.
END SEARCH does not work. • The cassette was ejected after recording.
END SEARCH does not work
correctly.
cClean the head using the cleaning cassette (optional). (p. 86)
• For TRV128/228/328/428:
The television’s video chann el is not adjusted correctly.
cAdjust it. (p. 39)
cFor TRV128/228/328/428:
Set [EDIT] to [OFF] in the (PLAYER SET) menu. (p. 51)
cFor TRV260/265:
Set [HiFi SOUND] to [STEREO] in the (VCR SET) menu. (p. 51)
cTurn up the vol ume . (p. 34)
cFor TRV260/265:
In the (VCR SET) menu, adjust [AUDIO MIX] from the [ST2] side
until the sound is heard appropria te ly. (p. 52)
cWhen you are usi ng an S VIDEO plug, ma ke sur e th e black plug for
TRV128/228/328/428, or the red and white plugs for TRV260/
265 of the A/V connecting cable are connect e d as well. ( p. 39)
• There is a blank section in the beginning or mi ddle of the tap e. This is
not a malfunction.
• The tape you are playing was recorded without setting the date and time.
• A blank section on the tape is being played .
• The data code on a tape with a scratch or noise cannot be read.
• The cassette is new and has nothing recorded.
• There is a blank section in the beginning or mi ddle of the tap e. This is
not a malfunction.
Troubleshooting
,continued
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77
Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions
For TRV260/265:
The picture does not appear on the
screen when playing back a tape.
Noises appear on the screen. • The tape was record ed in a TV color system other than that of your
• The tape is recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm system.
camcorder. (p. 81)
Dubbing/Editing
Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions
Cannot dub correctly using the A/V
connecting cable.
For TRV260/265:
Pictures from connected devices are
not displayed correc tly.
For TRV260/265:
Digital program editing doe s not
function.
For TRV260/265:
The VCR is not responding properly
during Digital program editing when
it is connected via an i.LINK cable.
For TRV128/228/328/428:
Easy Dubbing does not function.
cSet [DI S PLAY] to [LCD] in the (OTHE RS) menu. (p. 60)
• The input signal is not NTSC . ( p. 68)
cSet the input selector on the VCR correctly, then ch eck the c o nnection
between your camcorder and the VCR. (p. 6 2)
cWhen you r cam c or de r is conn ecte d to a DV device that is not a Sony
product via an i.LINK cable, select [IR] in step 9 of “Step 1: Preparing
your camcorder and VCR for operation.” (p.69)
cAdjust the synchronization of the VCR. (p. 70)
cEnter a correct [IR SETUP] code. (p. 65)
cSelect the mode use d to c an cel recor ding pause again. (p. 70)
cSet your camcorder and the VCR more tha n 30 cm (1 2 i n.) apar t. (p.70)
• The program may not be set to a blank section on the tape.
cWhile connecting via an i.LINK cable, select [IR] in step 9 of “Step 1:
Preparing your camcorder and VCR for oper a tion.” (p. 69)
• Your VCR and/or video camera recorder is not se t co rre c tly.
cM ake sure the input selector of the VCR is set to LINE . A lso, make
sure the power switch of the video camera recorder is set to VCR.
(p. 64)
• The [IR SETUP] code or [PAUSE MODE] is not set correctly.
c Select the correct [IR SETUP] co d e and [PAUSE MODE], according
to your VCR. Then confirm VCR operation with the [IR TEST]
function. (p. 64)
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Warning indicators and messages
Self-diagnosis displa y/ Wa rni ng indi cat or s
If indicators appe ar on the screen, check th e following. See the page in parentheses for details.
Indication Cause and/or Corrective Actions
C:ss : ss/E:ss : ss (Selfdiagnosis display)
E (Battery level warning) • The battery pack is nearly used up .
% (Moisture condensation wa rning)* cEject the cassette, set the POWER switch to (CHG) OFF, and leav e it for
Q (Warning indicator pertaini ng to
the tape)
Some symptoms can be fixed by yourself. If the problem persists even after
you tried a couple of times, conta c t your Sony dealer or local authorized
Sony service facility.
C:04:ss
cA battery pack that is not an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is being used.
Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. (p. 83)
C:21:ss
cMoisture condensation has occurred. Remove the cassette and leave your
camcorder for at least 1 hour, th en re-i nsert the cassette. (p. 86)
C:22:ss
cClean the head using a cleaning cassette (optional). (p. 86)
C:31ss / C:32ss
cSymptoms that are not described above have occurred . Rem ove an d
insert the cassette, then operate your camcorder again. Do not perform
this procedure if moisture starts to con dense. (p. 85)
cRemove the powe r sour ce. Reco nne c t it a ga in an d ope rate your
camcorder again.
cChange the tape.
cPress the RESET button and operate your camcorder again.
E:61:ss / E:62:ss
cContac t your S ony de al e r or loc a l au thor iz e d So ny se r vic e faci lity.
Inform them of the 5-digit code, whic h sta r ts f ro m “E .”
• Depending on the operating, environmental, or battery conditions, the
E indicator may flash, even if there are approximately 5 to 10 minutes
remaining.
about 1 hour with the cassette lid open. (p. 86)
Slow flashing:
• There is less than 5 minutes remaining on the ta pe.
• No cassette is inserted.*
• The write-protect tab on the cassette is set to lock. (p. 82) *
Fast flashing:
• The tape has run out.*
Troubleshooting
,continued
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Indication Cause and/or Corrective Actions
Z (Eject cassette warning )* Slow flashing:
* You hear a melody or beep sound when the warning indicators appear on the screen.
• The write-protect ta b on the cassette is set to lock . ( p . 82)
Fast flashing:
• Moisture condensation has occurred. (p. 86)
• The tape has run out.
• The self-diagnosis display code is displayed. (p. 79)
Warning messages
The following messages will appear to prompt you to correct the situation.
Subjects Indications Corrective Actions/References
Battery Use the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. cSee page 83.
Battery level is low . cCharg e th e battery. (p. 12)
Old battery. Use a new one. cSee page 83
Z
Re-attach the power source. –
Moisture
condensation
Cassette/tape Q Insert a cassette. cSee page 1 8.
Others Cannot record due to copyright protection. –
% Z Moisture condensation. Eject the cassette cS ee pa ge 86.
% Moisture condensation. Turn off for 1H. cSee page 86.
Z
Reinsert the cassette . cThe casset te might be damaged, etc.
Q Z The tape is locked - check the tab. cSee page 82.
Q The tape has reached the end. –
Dirty video head. Use a cleaning cassette. c See page 86.
Cannot start Easy Handycam c See page 26 and 36.
Cannot cancel Easy Handycam cSee page 26 and 36.
Cannot start Easy Handycam with USB connected –
Invalid button with Easy Handycam opera tion cSee page 26 and 36.
USB invalid during Easy Handycam cPress SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
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Additional Information
Using your camcorder abroad
Power supply
You can use your camcorder in an y country/
regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with
your camcorder within AC 100 V to 240 V,
50/60 Hz.
Use a commercially available AC plug
adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the
design of the wall outlet [b].
Simple setting of clock by time
difference
You can easily set the clock to the local time by
setting a time difference when using your
camcorder abroad. Se lect [WORLD TIME] in
the (OTHERS) menu, then set the time
difference (p. 59).
AC-L15A/L15B
[a]
[b]
On TV color systems
Your camcorde r i s an NTSC system-based
camcorder. If yo u want to view the playback
picture on a TV, it must be an NTSC systembased TV (see following list) with the AUDIO/
VIDEO input jack.
System Used in
NTSC Bahama Isla nds , B olivia, Canada,
PAL Australia, Austria, Belgium,
PAL - M Brazil
PAL - N Argen tina, Paraguay, Uruguay
SECAM Bulgaria, France, Guiana, Iran,
Central America, Chile, Colombia,
Ecuador, Guyana, Jamaica, Japan,
Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam,
Taiwan, the Philippines, the
U.S.A., Venezuela, etc.
China, Czech Republic, Denmark,
Finland, Germany, Holland, Hong
Kong, Hungary, Italy, Kuwait,
Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway,
Poland, Portugal, Singapore,
Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden ,
Switzerland, Thailand, United
Kingdom, etc.
Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukr aine, etc.
Additional Information
Additional Information
81
Usable cassette tapes
You can use standard 8 mm and Hi8 ,
Digital8 video cassettes on your camcorder.
Hi8 system
This Hi8 system is a n extension of the
standard 8 mm system, and was developed to
produce high er quality pictures.
You cannot play b ack a tape recorded in t he
Hi8 system corr ectly on video recorders/
players other t han a Hi8 video record er/player.
Digital8 system
This video system has been developed to enable
digital recording to Hi8 /Digital8 video
cassette.
The recording time when you use your
Digital8 system cam cor der on Hi8 /
standard 8 mm tape is half the recording time
when using the conventional Hi8 /standard
8 mm system camcorder. (120 minutes of
recording time becomes 60 minutes in the SP
mode.)
To prevent a blank section from being
made on the tape
Press END SEARCH to go to the end of the
recorded sectio n before you begin the next
recordin g in the follo wing cases:
– You have ejected the cassette durin g
recording.
– You have played back the tape.
If there is a blank se ct ion or discontinuous
signals on your tape, re-record from the
beginning to t he end of the tape as described
above.
Copyright signal
When you play back
If the cassette you play back on your camcorder
contains copyright signals, you cannot copy it to
a tape in another video camera conn ected to
your camcorder.
For TRV260/265:
When you record
You cannot re cord software on your
camcorder that contains copyright
control signals for copyright protection
of software.
[Cannot recor d due to copyright pr ot ection.]
appears on the LCD screen, or on the TV screen
if you try to record such software.
Your camcorde r does not record copy ri ght
control signals on the tape when it records.
Notes on use
To prevent accidental er as ure
Slide the write-protect tab on the cassette to set
to SAVE.
REC: The cassett e can be recorded.
SAVE: The cassette cannot be recorded (writeprotected).
When labeling the casse tte
Be sure to place the label only on the locations
as shown in the following illustration so as not
to cause malfunct io n of your camcorder.
Do not put a
label along the
border.
Labeling position
After using t he cassette
Rewind the tape to the begi nning to avoid
distortion of the picture or the sound. The
cassette should then be put in its case, and stored
in an upright position.
Additional Information
82
, , , and are
trademarks.
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack
This unit is compatible with the
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (M series). Your
camcorder oper ates only with the
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.
“InfoLITHIU M” M series battery packs have
the mark.
What is the “InfoLITHIUM” battery
pack?
The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithiumion battery pack that has functions for
communicating information related t o operating
conditions betw een your camcorder an d an
optional AC Adaptor/charge r.
The “InfoLIT H IUM” battery pack calculates
the power consumption accordin g t o th e
operating conditions of your camcorder, and
displays the remaining batter y ti me in mi nute s.
With an AC Adaptor/charger (optional), the
remaining battery time and charging time
appear.
To charge the battery pack
• Be sure t o charge the battery pack before yo u
start using your camcorder.
• We recommend charging the battery pack in
an ambient temp erature of between 10° C to
30°C (50°F to 8 6°F) until the CHG (char ge)
lamp turns off. If yo u ch arge the battery pack
outside of this temperat ure range, you may n ot
be able to charge it efficiently.
• After charging is complete, either disconnect
the cable from the DC IN jack on your
camcorder or remove the battery pack.
To use the battery pack effectively
• Battery pack performance decreases when the
surrounding temperature is 10°C (50°F) or
below, and the length of time you can use the
battery pack becomes shorter. In that case, do
one of the following to use the battery pack for
a longer time.
– Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it
up, and insert it in your camcorder right
before you sta r t taking shots .
– Use a large capacity battery pack: NP-
QM71/QM71D /QM91/QM91D (opt io nal).
• F re quent use of the LCD screen or a frequent
playback, fast for w ar d or rewind operation
wears out the battery pack faster. We
recommend using a large capacity battery
pack: NP-QM7 1/ Q M71D/QM91/QM91D
(optional).
• Be sure to set the POWER switch to (CHG)
OFF when not reco rding or playing back on
your camcorder. The battery pack is also
consumed when yo ur camcorder is in
recording stand by or playback pause.
• Have spare battery packs ready for two or
three times the expected recording time, and
make trial recordings before making the actual
recording.
• Do not expose the battery pack to water. The
battery pa ck is not wa ter resistan t.
About remaining battery time indicator
• When the power goes off even tho ugh the
remaining battery time indicator indicates that
the battery pack has enough power to operate,
charge the battery pack fully again. The
indication on the remaining battery time will
be indicated correctly. Note, however, that the
battery indication will not be restored if it is
used in high temperatures for a long time, or if
left in a fully charged state, or when the
battery pack is frequently used.
Use the remaining battery ti me indicati on as a
guide to the approximate shooting time.
•The E mark that indicates lo w battery flashes
even if there are still 5 to 10 minutes of battery
time remaining, depending on the operating
conditions or ambient temperature and
environment.
About storage of the battery pack
• If th e battery pack is not used for a lo ng time,
fully charge the battery pack and use it on your
camcorder once a year to maintain the proper
function.
To store the battery pack, remove it from your
camcorder and put it i n a dry, cool place.
• To completely use up the battery pack on your
camcorder, leave your camcor der in tape
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recording standby until the power goes off
without a cassett e i nserted.
About battery life
• The battery life is limited. Battery capacity
drops little by little as you use it more and
more, and as time passes. When the availa b le
battery time is shor te ned 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 depending on how it is
stored and the oper at ing conditions and
environment for each battery pack.
“InfoLITHIUM ” i s a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
About i.LINK
The DV In terface on this unit is a n i.LINKcompliant DV Interface. This section describes
the i.LINK standard and its features.
What is i.LINK?
i.LINK is a digital serial interface for
transferring digital video, digital audio, and
other data to other i.LINK-compat ib le device.
You can also contr ol ot her device using the
i.LINK.
i.LINK-compa t ible device can be conne ct ed
using an i.LINK cable. Possible applications are
operations and da ta tr ansactions with various
digital AV device s.
When two or more i.LINK-compatible device
are connected to thi s unit in a daisy chain,
operations and da ta tr ansactions are poss ib le
with not only the device that this unit is
connected to but also with other devices via the
directly connecte d device.
Note, however, that the method of operation
sometimes varies according to the
characteristics and specifications of the device
to be connected. Al so, operations and da ta
transactions may not be possible on some
connected device .
b Note
• Normally, only one device can be conne cted to this
unit with the i.LINK cable. When conn ect ing this
unit to i.LINK-compatible device ha ving two or
more DV Interfaces, refer to the operating
instructions of the devi ce to be con n ect ed .
z Tips
• i.LINK is a more familiar term for the IEEE 1394
data transport bus proposed by Sony , and is a
trademark approved by many corporations.
• IEEE 1394 is an international standard standardized
by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics
Engineers.
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About i.LINK Baud rate
i.LINK’s maximum baud rate varies according
to the device. Ther e are three types.
S100 (approx. 100Mbps*)
S200 (approx. 200Mbps)
S400 (approx. 400Mbps)
The baud rat e is list ed und er “Spec ificat ions” in
the operating instructio ns of each piece of
device. It is also indicated near the i.LINK
interface on some device.
The maximum baud rate for device that does not
have any indicati on (such as this unit) is
“S100.”
The baud rate may differ from the indicated
value when the unit is connected to device wit h
a different maximum baud rate.
* What is Mbps?
Mbps stands for “megabits per second,” or the
amount of data that can be sent or receiv e d in one
second. For example, a baud rate of 100 Mbps means
that 100 megabits of data can be sent in one second.
To use i.LINK functions on this unit
For details on how to dub when this unit is
connected to othe r video device having a D V
Interface, see page 62, 63.
This unit can also be connected to other i. LINK
(DV Interface) compatible device made by
Sony (e.g. a VAIO series personal computer) as
well as to video device.
Before connecting this unit to your computer,
make sure that application software supported
by this unit is alre ady installed on your
computer.
Some i.LINK compatible video device such as
Digital Televisions, DVD recorders/players,
and MICROMV recorders/players are not
compatible with DV device. Before connecting
to other device, be sure to confirm whether the
device is compatible with DV device or not.
For details on precautions and compatible
application software, re fer al so to th e operatin g
instructions for th e device to be connecte d.
About the required i.LINK cable
Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to-4-pin cable
(during DV dubbi ng).
i.LINK and are trademarks of So ny
Corporation.
Maintenance and precautions
On use and care
• Do not use or store the camcorder and
accessories in the following locations.
– Anywhere extremely hot or cold. Never
leave them expos ed t o temperatures above
60°C (140°F), such as under direct sunlight,
near heaters or in a car parked in the sun.
They may malfunction or become
deformed.
– Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical
vibration. The camcorder may malfunction.
– Near strong radi o w aves or radiation. Th e
camcorder may not be able to record
properly.
– Near AM receivers and video equipment.
Noise may occur.
– Sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If sand or
dust gets in your camcorder, it may
malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction
cannot be repaired.
– Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD
screen, the view finder, or the lens may be
exposed to direct sunlight. This damages
the inside of the vie w finder or the LCD
screen.
– Anywhere very h um i d.
• Operate your camcorder on DC 7.2 V (battery
pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor).
• For DC or AC operation, use the accessories
recommended i n th ese operating instructions.
• Do not let your camcorder get wet, for
example, from rain or sea water. If your
camcorder gets wet, it may malfunction.
Sometimes this malfunction cannot be
repaired.
• If any solid object or liquid get inside the
casing, unplug your camcorder and ha ve it
checked by a Sony dealer before operating it
any further.
• Avoid rough handling, disassembling,
modifying, or mechanical shock. Be
particularly careful of the lens.
• Keep the POWER switch setting to (CHG)
OFF when you are not using your camcorder.
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85
• Do not wra p your camcorder with a towel, for
example, an d oper ate it . Doin g so migh t cause
heat to build up inside.
• When disconnecting the power code, pull by
the plug and not the code.
• Do not damage the power code such as by
placing anything heavy on it.
• Keep metal contacts clean.
• Keep the Remote Commander and buttontype battery out of children’s reach. If the
battery is accidentally swallowed, consult a
doctor immediately.
• If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked,
– consult your local authorized Sony service
facility.
– wash off any liquid that may have contacted
your skin.
– if any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with
plenty of water and consult a doctor.
When not using your cam c o rder for a
long time
Occasionally turn it on and let it run such as by
playing back tap es for about 3 minutes.
Otherwise, unpl ug it from the wall outle t.
Moisture condensation
If your camcorder is brought directly from a
cold place to a warm place, moisture may
condense insi de yo ur cam corder , on th e surfa ce
of the tape, or on the lens. In this state, 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,
%Z Moist ure condensation. Ej ect the cassette]
[
or [
% Moisture conde nsati on. T urn o ff fo r 1H. ]
appears. The in dica tor wil l no t appea r when the
moisture cond enses on the lens.
If moisture condensation has occurred
None of the funct i ons except cassette ej ect ion
will work. Eject the cassette, turn off your
camcorder, and leave it for about one hour with
the cassette lid open. Your camcorder can be
used again if the
the power is turned on again.
If moisture starts to condense, your camcorder
sometimes cannot detect condens at ion. If this
happens, the cassette is sometimes not ejected
for 10 seconds after the cassette lid is opened.
This is not a malfunction. Do not close the
cassette lid until the cassette is ejected.
% or Z does not appear when
Notes on moisture condensation
Moisture may condense when you bring your
camcorder from a cold place into a warm place
(or vice versa) or when you use your camcorder
in a humid place as shown below.
• When you bring your camcord er fr om a ski
slope into a place w ar m ed up by a heating
device.
• When you bring your camcorder fr om an airconditioned car or room into a hot place
outside.
• When you use your camcorder after a squall or
a shower.
• When you use your camcorder in a hot and
humid place.
How to prevent moisture condensation
When you bring your camcorder from a cold
place into a warm place, put your camcorder in
a plastic bag and seal it tightly. Remove th e bag
when the air temperature inside the plastic bag
has reached the surrounding temper ature (after
about one hour).
Video head
• When the video head becomes dirty, you
cannot recor d pictures normall y, or distorted
picture or sound is played back.
• The video head suffers from wear after lon g
use. If you cannot obtain a clear image even
after using a cleaning cassette, it might be
because the video he ad is wo rn. Pleas e contac t
your Sony dealer or lo cal authorized Sony
service facility to have the video head
replaced.
• For TRV128/228/328/428:
If the following pr obl em occurs, clean the
video heads for 10 s econds with the Sony
V8-25CLD clea ni ng cassette (optional).
– Playback pictures contai ns noise or the
screen is displaye d in blue.
– Playback pictures are hardly visible.
– Playback pictures do not appear.
– [ Dirty video head. Use a cleaning
cassette.] appears on the screen during
recording.
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• For TRV260/265:
If the following problem occurs, clea n t he
video heads fo r 10 seconds with the S ony
V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (optional).
– Mosaic-pattern noise appears on the
playback pictur e or the screen is displayed
in blue.
– Playback pictures do not move.
– Playback pictures do not appear or the
sound breaks of f.
– [ Dirty video head. Use a cleaning
cassette.] appears on the screen during
recording.
LCD screen
• Do not add excessive press ure on the LCD
screen, as it may cause damage.
• If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a
residual image may appear on the LCD screen.
This is not a malfunction.
• While using your camcorder, the back of the
LCD screen m ay heat up. This is not a
malfunction.
To clean the LCD screen
• If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen
dirty, it is recom mended you using the LCD
Cleaning Kit (optional) to clean it. When you
use the LCD Cleaning Kit (optional), do not
apply the cleaning liquid directly to th e LC D
screen. Use cleaning paper mo istened with the
liquid.
On handling the casing
• If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder
body with a soft cloth lightly moistened with
water, and then wipe the casing with a dry soft
cloth.
• Avoid the following to avoid damage to the
finish.
– Using chemicals such as thinner , benzine,
alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent and
insecticide.
– Handling with a bove substances on your
hands.
– Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or
vinyl objects for a long period of time.
About care and storage of the lens
• Wip e the surface of the lens clean with a soft
cloth in the following instances:
– When there are fin gerprints on the lens
surface.
– In hot or humid locati ons
– When the lens is exposed to salty air such as
at the seaside.
• Store in a well- v entilated location subject to
little dirt or dust.
• To prevent molds periodically clean the lens
as described ab ove.
It is recommended you operate your camcorder
about once a month to keep it in an optimum
state for a long time.
To charge the pre-insta l led button-t ype
battery
Your camcorder has a pre-installed button-type
battery to retain the date, time, and other
settings even when the POWER switch is set to
(CHG) OFF. The pr e-installed button-type
battery is al w ays charged while you are using
your camcorder bu t i t wi l l get discharged
gradually if you do not use your camcorder. The
button-type battery will be fully discharged in
about 3 months if you d o not use your
camcorder at all. However, even if the preinstalle d button-ty pe battery is not charge d, the
camcorder operation will not be affected as long
as you are not reco rding the date.
Procedures
Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet using
the supplied AC Adaptor, and leave it with the
POWER switch set to (CHG) OFF for more
than 24 hours.
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Specification
Video camera recorder
System
Video recording system
For TRV128/228/328/428:
2 rotary heads, Helical scanning FM system
For TRV260/265:
2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system
Audio recordin g s ys t em
For TRV128/228/328/428:
Rotary heads, FM system
For TRV260/265:
Rotary heads, PCM system
Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 32 kHz, stereo 1,
stereo 2), 16 bits (Fs 48 kHz, stereo)
Video signal
NTSC color, EIA standards
Usable cassette
8 mm video format cassette
Tape speed
For TRV128/228/328/428:
SP: Approx. 14.35 mm/s
LP: Approx. 7.19 mm/s
For TRV260/265:
SP: Approx. 28.67 mm/s
LP: Approx. 19.11 mm/s
Recording/playback time (using 120 min. Hi8/
Digital8 video cassette)
For TRV128/228/328/428:
SP: 2 h
LP: 4 h
For TRV260/265:
SP: 1 h
LP: 1 h 30 min
Fast forward/rewind time (using 120 min. Hi8/
Digital8 video cassette)
Approx. 5 min
Viewfinder
Electric viewfinder (monochrome)
Image device
For TRV128/228/328/428:
3.0 mm (1/6 type) CCD (Charge Coupled
Device)
Gross: Approx. 320 000 pixels
Effective: Approx. 200 000 pi xels
For TRV260/265:
3.0 mm (1/6 type) CCD (Ch arge Coupled
Device)
Gross: Approx. 460 000 pixels
Effective: Approx. 290 000 pixels
Lens
Combined power zoom lens
Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in.)
20 × (Optical), 990 × (Digital)
F=1.6 - 2.4
Focal length
2.5 - 50 mm (1/8 - 2 in.)
When converted to a 35 mm still camera
42 - 840 mm (1 11/16 - 33 1/8 in.)
Color temperature
Auto
Minimum illumination
For TRV128/228/328/428:
1 lx (lux) (F 1.6)
For TRV260/265:
4 lx (lux) (F 1.6)
0 lx (lux) (in the NightShot plus mode)*
* Objects unable to be seen due to the dark can be
shot with infrared lighting.
Input/Output connector s
S video output
4-pin mini DIN
Luminance signal: 1 V p-p, 75 Ω (ohms),
unbalanced
Chrominance signal: 0.28 6 V p-p , 75 Ω
(ohms), unbalanced
Audio/Video output
AV MINIJACK
Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms),
unbalanced, sync negat iv e
Audio signal: 327 mV (at outpu t imp eda nc e
more than 47 kΩ (kilohms)), Output
impedance with less than 2.2 kΩ (kilohms)
For TRV128/228/328/428:
Monaural minijack (ø 3.5 mm)
For TRV260/265:
Stereo minijack (ø 3.5 mm)
RFU DC OUT
For TRV128/228/328/428:
Mini-minijack (ø 2.5 mm), DC5V
DV input/output
For TRV260/265:
4-pin connector
USB jack
For TRV260/265:
mini-B
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LCD screen
Picture
6.2 cm (2.5 type)
Total dot number
123 200 (560 × 220)
General
Power requiremen t s
DC 7.2 V (battery pack)
DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor)
Average power consumption (when using the
battery pack)
For TRV128/228/328/428:
During camer a re cor di ng us in g th e vi ewfi nd er
1.8 W
During camera recording using the LCD
2.7 W
For TRV260/265:
During camera recording using viewfinder
2.5 W
During camera recor ding using LCD
3.4 W
Operating temperature
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage temperature
-20°C to + 60°C (-4°F to + 140°F)
Dimensions (approx.)
85 × 98 × 151 mm (3 3/8 × 3 7/8 × 6 in.) (w/h/
d)
Mass (Approx.)
780 g (1 lb 11 oz) main unit only
890 g (1 lb 15 oz) including the NP-FM30
rechargeable battery pack, Hi8/Di gital8
cassette, lens cap, and shoulde r stra p
Supplied accessories
See page 11.
AC Adaptor AC-L15A/L15B
Power requirements
AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Current consumption
0.35 - 0.18 A
Power consumption
18 W
Output voltage
DC 8.4 V, 1.5 A
Operating temperature
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage temperature
-20°C to + 60°C (-4°F to + 140°F)
Dimensions (approx.)
56 × 31 × 100 mm (2 1/4 × 1 1/4 × 4 in.) (w/h/
d) excluding the projec t ing parts
Mass (approx.)
190 g (6.7 oz) excluding the power cord
Rechargeable battery pack (NP-FM30)
Maximum output voltage
DC 8.4 V
Output voltage
DC 7.2 V
Capacity
5.0 Wh (700 mAh)
Dimensions (approx.)
38.2 × 20.5 × 55.6 mm
(1 9/16 × 13/16 × 2 1/4 in.) (w/h/d)
Mass (approx.)
65 g (2.3 oz)
Operating temperature
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Type
Lithium ion
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Additional Information
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Types of differences
Model
TRV128 TRV228 TRV328 TRV428 TRV260 TRV265
Recording system Hi8 Hi8 Hi8 Hi8 Digital8 Digital8
Playback system Hi8/8 Hi8/8 Hi8/8 Hi8/8 Digital8 Digital8
Audio recording Monaural Monaural Monaural Monaural Stereo Stereo
AUDIO/VIDEO jack OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT
S VIDEO jack OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT
DV Interface — — — — IN/OUT IN/OUT
USB jack ————
SteadyShot — —
Remote sensor —
RFU jack
Provided
z
— Not provided
zzzz
CCD- DCR-
zzzz
z
—
z
zz
—
——
z
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Quick Reference
Identifying parts and controls
Camcorder
A Lens cap (p. 21, 25)
B LCD screen (p.3, 16)
C OPEN button (p. 16)
D VOLUME –/+* button (p. 34)
E END SEARCH button (p.33)
F Speaker
G Viewfinder (p. 3, 16)
H Battery pack
I LIGHT button (p. 23)
J FADER button (p. 30)
K BACK LIGHT button (p. 27)
L FOCUS button (p. 29)
M SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 43)
* This button has a tactile dot.
To attach the lens cap
,continued
Quick Reference
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91
A Built-in light (p. 23)
B Lens
C Infrared ray emitter (p. 64, 70)/
For TRV228/428/ TRV265:
Remote sensor
D Camera recording lamp (p. 21, 26)
E Microphone
F NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch (p.28)
G EASY button (p. 26, 36)
H DSPL/BATT INFO button (p. 13, 37)
A Jack cover
B For TRV260/265:
A/V OUT jack (p. 39, 62)
C For TRV260/265:
DV Interface (p. 62)
D For TRV260/265:
(USB) jack
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E S VIDEO OUT jack (p.39, 62)
F For TRV128/228/328/428:
A/V OUT jack (p. 39, 61)
G For TRV128/228/328/428:
RFU DC OUT jack (p. 40)
A RESET button (p. 74)
B For TRV260/265:
BURN DVD/VCD
You can easily take a picture recorded on
the tape and burn it onto a DVD or CD-R.
See the supplied “Computer Applications
Guide” for details.
For TRV128/228/328/428:
EASY DUB (Easy Dubbing) button
(p. 64)
C TITLE button (p. 31)
D EXPOSURE button (p. 28)
E MENU butt on * (p. 43)
F Video control buttons (p. 34)
STOP (stop)
REW (rewind)
PLAY (playback)*
FF (fast-forward)
PAUSE (pause)
G CHG (charge) lamp (p. 12)
H CAMERA mode lamps (p.15)
I PLAY/EDIT mode lamp (p. 15)
J For TRV260/265:
Rec buttons (p. 68)
REC (rec)
K For TRV128/228/328/428:
COUNTER RESET button (p. 22)
L For TRV128/228/328/428:
TIME button (p. 18, 25)
M For TRV128/228/328/428:
DATE button (p.18, 25)
* This button has a tactile dot.
,continued
Quick Reference
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A Viewfi nder lens adjustment lever (p.16)
B Eyecup
C Cassette lid
D OPEN/EJECT lever (p. 18)
E Tripod receptacle
Make sure that the length of the tripod
screw is less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch).
Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod
securely, an d the screw may damage your
camcorder.
A Power zoom lever (p. 23)
B BATT (bat tery) release button (p.12)
C Hooks for shoulder strap
D For TRV260/265:
PHOTO button (p. 25)
E POWER switch (p. 15)
F Grip belt (p. 4)
G REC START/STOP button (p.21)
H DC IN jack (p. 12)
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To attaching the shoulder strap
Attach the shoulder strap supplied with your
camcorder to the hooks for the shoulder strap.
Remote Commander
Remove the insulation sheet before using the
Remote Commander.
For TRV228/428:
To remove the insulation sheet
Insulation sheet
To change the button-type battery
1
While pressing on the tab, inset your
fingerna il into the slit to pull out the
battery case.
For TRV265:
A Transmitter
After turning on yo ur camcorder, po i nt
towards the remote sensor to control your
camcorder.
B REC START/STOP button (p. 21)
C Power zoom button (p. 23)
D Video control buttons (Rewind, Playback,
Fast-forward, Pause, Stop, Slow) (p. 34)
E DISPLAY button (p.37, 40)
F PHOTO button (p.25)
G SEARCH M. button (p.41, 42)
H ./> buttons (p. 41, 42)
I ZERO S ET MEMORY butt on (p. 40)
Tab
2 Remove the button-type lithium battery.
3 Place a new butt on-type lithium battery
with the + side facing up.
4 Insert the battery case back into the
Remote Commander until it clicks.
,continued
Quick Reference
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WARNING
Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not
recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
CAUTION
Danger of explosio n if battery is incorrectly
replaced.
Replace only with the s am e or equivalent
type recommended by the manufacturer.
Discard used bat te ries according to th e
manufactur er's instructi ons.
b Notes on the Remote Commander
• A button-type lithium battery (CR 2025) is used in
the Remote Commander. Do not use batteries other
than CR2025.
• Point the remote sensor away from strong light
sources such as direct sunlight or overhead lighting.
Otherwise, the Remote Com ma nde r ma y not
function properly.
• When you are operating with the Remote
Commander supplied with your camc or de r, your
VCR may also operate. I n tha t case, select a
commander mode other than VTR 2 for your VCR,
or cover the sensor of your VCR with black paper.
Quick Reference
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Indicators for the LCD screen and viewfinder
Following indicators will appear on the LCD
screen and view fi nder to indicate the st at e of
your camcorder.
Indicators and their on-screen/viewfinder
positions vary depending on your c am corder
model.
Example: Indicators in the CAMERA mode
Time code (p. 22)/Tape counter (p. 22)/Selfdiagnosis (p. 79)/Ta pe pho to reco rd i ng (p. 25)
0:00:00STBY60min
Indicators Meanings
y60min Remaining battery time
SP LP Recording mode (p. 22)
STBY REC Recording standb y/
Tape photo recording
Built-light (p. 23)
(p. 22)
recording mode
Mirror mode (p. 24)
(p. 25)
Format indicator
Audio mode (p. 54)
Remaining tap e (p. 22)
Interval recording (p. 56)
Frame recording (p.55)
DV input (p. 68)
Zero set memor y (p .40)
NightShot plus (p. 28)
Indicators M eanings
Q E Z Warning (p. 79)
Manual exposure (p. 28)
9 Manual focus (p. 29)
. Back light (p. 27)
PROGRAM AE (p. 44)
Picture effect (p.45)
16:9 WIDE/CINEMA/16:9
FULL (p. 48)
( ) SteadyShot off (p. 50)
Quick Reference
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Index
Numerics
16:9 WIDE mode ........47, 49
A
A/V connectin g cable
........................39, 61, 62
AC Adaptor.......................15
Adjusting the vi ewfinder... 16
AUDIO MIX.....................52
AUDIO MODE ........ .........54
AUTO DATE....................57
AUTO SHTR ....................46
Auto shut off function
(A.SHUT OFF)........... 59
B
BACK LIGHT...................27
Battery
Battery Info.................13
Battery pack................12
Remaining battery time
.......................22, 83
BEEP.................................59
BLACK FADER ...............30
Built-in light ......................23
BURN DVD/VCD ............93
Button-type batt er y
Commander ................87
Remote Commander... 95
C
Camera settings data display
....................................37
Cassette .......................18, 82
Charging the battery
Battery Pack................12
Pre-installed button-type
battery ..................87
Cleaning cassette...............87
Clock set (CLOCK SET)
..............................17, 57
COMMANDER ................60
D
Data code (DATA CODE)
...............................37, 59
Date search.........................41
Date/time............................37
DEMO MODE ...................58
Digital program editing
(VIDEO EDIT) ...........69
Digital zoom (D ZOOM)...47
Digital8 system..................82
Display
DISPLAY....................60
Display indicator .........97
DNR...................................52
Dual sound track tape........5 1
Dubbing .............................61
E
Easy Dubbing.....................64
Easy Handycam...........26, 36
EDIT..................................51
END SEARCH ..................33
Exposure............................27
F
FADER ..............................30
Focus..................................29
Frame recording
(FRAME REC) ...........55
Full charge.........................12
G
Grip belt...............................4
H
Hi8/standard 8 mm system
.....................................82
HiFi SOUND.....................51
I
i.LINK................................84
i.LINK cable................62, 69
ID-1/ID-2 system...............49
“InfoLITHIUM” ba t te ry pack
.....................................83
Infrared ray emitter......64, 70
Interval recording
(INT. REC)..................56
L
Language
( LANGUAGE )
........................19, 58
LCD back light (LCD B.L.)
....................................53
LCD brightness
(LCD BRIGHT)..........16
LCD COLOR ....................5 3
LCD screen..........................3
LP (Long Play)
See Recording mode
(REC MODE)
LTR SIZE..........................57
M
Main sound
See HiFi SOUND
Menu..................................43
CAMERA SET...........47
LCD SET....................53
MANUAL SET...........44
OTHERS.....................59
PLAYER SET.............51
SETUP MENU...........5 7
TAPE SET..................54
VCR SET.................... 5 1
Mirror mode...................... 24
Moisture condensation......86
Monaural .....................21, 40
MONOTONE FADER......31
MOSAIC FADER............. 30
N
NightShot Light
(N.S. LIGHT) .......29, 50
NightShot plus...................28
NTSC................................. 81
O
Operation confirmation beep
See BEEP
ORC...................................54
Quick Reference
98
P
PAL....................................81
Photo scan..........................42
Photo search................... ....41
Picture effect
(P EFFECT) ................45
Picture search.....................35
Playing time.......................14
Power mode .......................15
PROGRAM AE .................44
U
USB jack............................92
USB Streaming
(USB STREAM).........57
Using abroad......................81
V
Video head.........................86
Viewfinder.........................16
Volume..............................34
R
Recording capacity
Display ........................22
REMAIN.....................55
Recording lamp
(REC LAMP) ..............60
Recording mode
(REC MODE)........22, 54
Recording time...................13
Remote Commander ..........95
Remote sensor....................92
RESET ...............................93
S
S video .................... .....40, 62
Self-diagnosis display........79
Setting the date and time....17
Skip scan............................35
SP (Standard Play)
See Recording mode
(REC MODE)
STEADYSHOT .................50
Stereo ...........................21, 40
STRIPE FADER................31
Sub sound
See HiFi SOUND
T
Tape counter ......................22
Tape photo recording.........25
TBC....................................52
Telephoto
See Zoom
Time code ..........................22
Title....................................31
TV color systems ........... ....81
W
Warning indicators............79
Warning messages.............80
WHITE FADER................30
Wide angle
See Zoom
WORLD TIME.................. 59
Write-protect tab................82
Z
Zero set memory................40
Zoom .................................23
Quick Reference
Quick Reference
99
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