Sony CCD-TRV41 User Manual
3-810-817-21
Video Camera
Recorder
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the
serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. CCD-TRV
Serial No.
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Model No. AC-V-
Serial No.
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Handycam
CCD-TRV81
video H ¡8
CCD-TRV81 HÍ0
Videos
CCD-TRV41 □
©1996 by Sony Corporation
Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam® camcorder. With your
Welcome!
Handycam, you can capture life's precious moments with superior picture and sound quality.
Your Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use.
You will soon be producing home video that you can enjoy for years to come.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol is intended to alert
the user to the presence of
uninsulated "dangerous voltage"
within the product's enclosure
that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert
the user to the presence of
important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY.
LITHIUM ION BATTERY.
DISPOSE OF PROPERLY.
You can return your unwanted lithium ion batteries
to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory
Service Center.
Note: In some areas the disposal of lithium ion
batteries in household or business trash may
be prohibited.
For the Sony Service Center nearest you call
1-800-222-SONY (United States only)
For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you call
416-499-SONY (Canada only)
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For thé customers in the U.S.A.
WARNING
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures;
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
— Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications
not expressly approved in this manual could void
your authority to operate this equipment.
For the customers in CANADA
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
USE THIS POLARIZED AC PLUG WITH AN
EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR
OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT
BLADE EXPOSURE.
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium
ion battery.
Table of contents
Before you begin
Using this manual.......................................4
Checking supplied accessories
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Getting started
Charging and installing the battery pack
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Inserting a cassette
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Basic operations
Camera recording.....................................40
Using the zoom feature
Shooting with the LCD screen
Hints for better shooting..............1.........r. 14
Checking the recorded picture
Playing back a tape
Searching for the end of the picture ... 21
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Advanced operations
Using alternative power sources
Using the house current.....................22
Changing the mode settings.....................24
- for camera recording -
Letting the subject monitor the shot... 27
Fade-in and Fade-out
Using the wide mode function
Enjoying picture effect
Focusing manually.................................. 32
Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 33
Shooting with backlighting......................35
Adjusting the exposure
Releasing the STEADY SHOT
function..............................................37
Superimposing a title
Making your own titles............................41
Re-recording a picture in the middle
of a recorded tape (CCD-TRV81
only)
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Recording with the date or time
Selecting the START/STOP mode
Optimizing the recording condition .. 45
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- for playback/editing -
Watching on a TV screen.........................46
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Searching the boundaries of recorded
date (CCD-TRV81 only)...................47
Returning to a pre-registered position
(CCD-TRV81 only)
Locating the marking position (CCD-
TRV81 only)......................................50
Writing the RC time code on a recorded
tape (CCD-TRV81 only)...................54
Editing onto another tape
Recording from a VCR or TV
Additional information
Changing the lithium battery in the
camcorder
Resetting the date and time
Usable cassettes and playback
modes.................................................63
Tips for using the battery pack
Maintenance information and
precautions.........................................67
Using your camcorder abroad
Trouble check
Specifications...........................................75
Identifying the parts
Warning indicators...................................83
Index...........................................Back cover
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Using this manual
The instructions in this manual are for the two models listed below. Before you start
reading this manual and operating the unit, check your model number by looking at the
bottom of your camcorder. The CCD-TRV81 is the model used for illustration
purposes. Otherwise, the model name is indicated in the illustrations. Any differences
in operation are clearly indicated in the text, for example, "CCD-TRV81 only."
As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the camcorder are shown in
capital letters.
e.g. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
As indicated with in the illustrations, you can hear the beep sound to confirm your
operation.
Types of differences
Model number
System
Auto Date
Index
RC time code
Data code
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TV color systems differ from country to country. To view your recordings on a TV, you
need an NTSC system-based TV.
CCD-TRV41
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CCD-TRV81
Hi@
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•
Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the
copyright laws.
• Do not let sand get into the camcorder. When you use the camcorder on a
sandy beach or in a dusty place, protect it from the sand or dust. Sand or dust
may cause the unit to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be
repaired [a].
• Do not let the camcorder get wet. Keep the camcorder away from rain and sea
water. Letting the camcorder get wet may cause the unit to malfunction, and
sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired [b].
• Never leave the camcorder exposed to temperatures above 140°F (60°C), such as
in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [c].
[a]
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Checking supplied accessories
Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder.
a
a
m Wireless Remote Commander (1)
(p. 80)
* for Hi8 model
AC-V316 AC power adaptor (1)
(p.6,22)
[3] NP-F530 Battery pack (1) (p. 6, 21)
[4l CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p. 60)
The lithium battery is already installed
in your camcorder.
a
a
X<ee>,
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Size AA (R6) battery for Remote
Commander (2) (p. 81)
[6] A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 46)
in Shoulder strap (1) (p. 79)
151 Battery case (1) (p. 23, 66)
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Contents of the recording carmot be compensated if recording or playback is not
made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, video tape, etc.
Getting started
Charging and installing the battery pack
Before using your camcorder, you first need to charge and install the battery pack. To
charge the battery pack, use the supplied AC power adaptor.
This camcorder operates with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery such as NP-F530/F730. If
you use any other battery to operate your camcorder, the camcorder may not operate i
the battery life may be shorten.
(¡3 unoumiuM is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Char^ihg thé battery !
Charge the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration.
(1) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
(2) Align the surface of the battery pack indicated by the ► mark with the edge o
the terminal shutter of the AC power adaptor. Then fit and slide the battery
pack in the direction of the arrow. The CHARGE lamp (orange) lights up.
Charging begins.
When the CHARGE lamp goes out, normal charge is completed. For full charge,
which allows you to use the battery longer than usual, leave the battery pack in place
for approximately one hour. Unplug the unit from the wall outlet, then remove the
battery pack and install it into the camcorder. You can also use the battery pack before
is completely charged.
Charging time
Battery pack NP-F530
Charging time* (min.)
The time required for a normal charge is indicated in parentheses.
’ Approximate minutes to charge an empty battery pack using the supplied AC power
adaptor. (Lower temperatures require a longer charging time.)
(supplied)
170(110)
NP-F730
250 (190)
Battery life
Upper numbers are the time when recording with the viewfinder. Lower numbers art
the time when recording with the LCD screen. Using both will further reduce recordij
time.
CCD-TRV41
Battery pack NP-F530
(supplied)
Continuous recording time* 120 (105)
90 (80)
Typical recording time** 70 (65)
55 (50)
Playing time on LCD 90 (80) 205 (185)
CCD-TRV81
Battery pack NP-F530
(supplied)
Continuous recording-time* 115 (105)
75 (65)
Typical recording time** 70 (65)
45 (40)
Playing time on LCD 70(65) 170 (150)
Numbers in parentheses indicate the time when you use a normally charged battery.
Battery life will be shorter if you use the camcorder in a cold environment.
• Approximate continuous recording time indoors.
** Approximate minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/stop,
zooming and turning the power on/off. The actual battery life may be shorter.
NP-F730
270 (240)
200 (180)
160 (145)
120 (110)
NP-F730
265 (240)
170 (155)
160 (145)
100 (95)
Notes on remaining battery time indication during recording
• When you use the InfoLITHrUM battery pack, remaining battery time is displayed
the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. However, the indication may not be displayec
properly, depending on using conditions and circumstances.
• When you close the LCD panel and open it again, it takes about 2 minutes for the
correct remaining time to be displayed.
To remove the battery pack
Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow.
Notes on charging the battery pack
• The CHARGE lamp will remain lit for a while even if the battery pack is removed a
the power cord is unplugged after charging the battery pack. This is normal.
• If the CHARGE lamp does not light, discormect the power cord. After about one
minute, reconnect the power cord again.
• You cannot operate the camcorder using the AC power adaptor while charging the
battery pack.
• When a fully charged battery pack is installed, the CHARGE lamp will light once,
then go out.
Charging and installing the battery pack
Installing the battery pack
(1) Lift up the viewfinder.
(2) Insert the battery pack in the direction of the ▼ mark on the battery pack. Slide
the battery pack down until it catches on the battery release lever and clicks.
To remove the battery pack
While pressing ВАТТ, slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow.
Inserting a cassette
Make sure that the power source is installed. When you want to record in the Hi8
system, use Hi8 video cassette HUD (CCD-TRV81 only),
(1) While pressing the small blue button on the EJECT switch, slide it in the
direction of the arrow. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and
opens.
(2) Insert a cassette with the window facing out.
(3) Close the cassette compartment by pressing the "PUSH" mark on the cassette
compartment. The cassette compartment automatically goes down.
To eject the cassette
While pressing the small blue button on the EJECT switch, slide it in the direction of the
arrow.
To prevent accidental erasure
Slide the tab on the cassette to expose the red mark. If you insert the cassette with the
red mark exposed and dose the cassette compartment, the beeps sound for a while. If
you try to record with the red mark exposed, the 1^ and — indicators flash in the
viewfinder or on the LCD screen, and you cannot record.
To re-record on this tape, slide the tab back out covering the red mark.
Camera recording
Make sure that the power source is installed and a cassette is inserted and that the
START/STOP MODE switch inside the LCD panel is set to A ■ Before you record one
time events, you may want to make a trial recording to make sure that the camcorder is
working correctly.
When you use the camcorder for the first time, power on it and reset the date and time
to your time before you start recording (p. 62). The date is automatically recorded for 10
seconds after you start recording (AUTO DATE feature) (CCD-TRV41 only). This
feature works only once a day.
(1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to
CAMERA.
(2) Turn STANDBY up.
(3) Press START/STOP. The camcorder starts recording. The "REC" indicator
appears and the red lamp lights up in the viewfinder. The camera recording/
battery lamp located on the front of the camcorder also lights up.
You can also select Recording mode,_ SP (standard play) mode or LP (long play) mode.
Set REC MODE in the menu system according to the length of your planned recording
before you start.
0:00:00
40 min i
STBY
To stop recording momentarily [a]
Press START/STOP again. The "STBY" indicator appears in the viewfinder (Standby
mode).
To finish recording [b]
Press START/STOP again. Turn STANDBY down and set the POWER switch to OFF.
Then, eject the cassette and remove the battery pack.
[a]
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[b]
To focus the viewfinder lens
If you cannot see the indicators in the viewfinder clearly, or after someone else has used
the camcorder, focus the viewfinder lens. Turn the viewfinder lens adjustment ring so
that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus.
Note on Standby mode
If you leave the camcorder in Standby mode for 5 minutes while the cassette is inserted,
the camcorder turns off automatically. This prevents wearing down the battery and
wearing out the tape. To resume Standby mode, turn STANDBY down and up again.
To start recording, press START/STOP.
Notes on recording mode
• This camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long
play) mode. The playback quality in LP mode, however, will not be as good as that
in SP mode.
• When a tape recorded on this camcorder in LP mode is played back on other types of
8mm camcorders or VCRs, the playback quality may not be as good as that on this
camcorder.
• If you select LP mode, then even if you are using a Hi8 tape, the camcorder records ir
the standard 8mm system. In this case, the Hi8 indicator flashes in the viewfinder or
on the LCD screen.
Note on recording
When you record from the beginning of a tape, run the tape for about 15 seconds befort
starting the actual recording. This will ensure that you won't miss any start-up scenes
when you play back the tape.
Notes on the tape counter
• The tape counter indicates the recording or playback time. Use it as a guide. There
will be a time lag of several seconds from the actual time. To set the counter to zero,
press COUNTER RESET.
• If the tape is recorded in SP and LP modes mixed, the tape counter shows incorrect
recording time. When you intend to edit the tape using the tape counter, record in
same (SP or LP) mode.
Camera recording
Note on the beep sound
As indicated with in the illustration, a beep sounds when you turn the power on or
when you start recording, and two beeps sound when you stop recording, confirming
the operation. Several beeps also sound as a warning of any unusual condition of the
camcorder.
Note that the beep sound is not recorded on the tape. If you do not want to hear the
beep sound, select "OFF" in the menu system.
Note on the AUTO DATE feature
- CCD-TRV41 only
The clock is set to East Coast Standard Time at the factory. You can reset the clock in the
menu system. You can change the AUTO DATE settings by selecting ON or OFF in the
menu system. The AUTO DATE feature shows the date automatically once a day.
However, the date may automatically appear more than once a day when:
- you reset the date and time.
- you eject and insert the tape again.
- you stop recording within 10 seconds.
- you set AUTO DATE to OFF once and set it to ON again in the menu system.
When moving from indoors to outdoors (or vice versa)
Turn STANDBY up and point the camcorder at a white object for about 15 seconds so
that the white balance is properly adjusted.
Using the zoom feature
Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the
scene.
For more professional-looking recordings, use the zoom function sparingly.
"T" side: for telephoto (subject appears closer)
"W" side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away)
Zooming speed (Variable speed zooming)
Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom, move it further for a faster zoom.
When you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoom
If you cannot get a sharp focus while in extreme telephoto zoom, move the power zoom
lever to the "W" side until the focus is sharp. You can shoot a subject that is at least
about 2 5/8 feet (about 80 cm) away from the lens surface in the telephoto position, or
about 1/2 inch (about 1 cm) away in the wide-angle position.
Notes on digital zoom
• More than 15x zoom is performed digitally, and the picture quality deteriorates as
you go toward the "T" side. If you do not want to use the digital zoom, set the D
ZOOM function to OFF in the menu system.
• The right side [a] of the power zoom indicator shows the digital zooming zone, and
the left side [b] shows the optical zooming zone. If you set the D ZOOM function to
OFF, the [a] zone disappears.
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Shooting with the LCD screen •
You can also record the picture while looking at the LCD screen.
When using the LCD screen, the viewfinder turns off automatically. You cannot
monitor the sound from the speaker during recording.
(1) While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel.
(2) Adjust the angle of the LCD panel. .
The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to this side and about 210 degrees to
the other side.
To adjust the brightness of the LCD screen, press LCD BRIGHT.
+ side: to brighten the LCD screen
- side: to dim the LCD screen
The battery life is longer when the LCD panel is closed. Use the viewfinder instead of
the LCD screen to save the battery power.
LCD
BRIGHT
To let the subject monitor the shot
Turn the LCD panel over (p. 27).
210°
Camera recording
Notes on the LCD panel
• When closing the LCD panel, turn it vertically until it clicks [a].
• When turning the LCD panel, turn it always verhcally; otherwise, the camcorder
body may be damaged or the LCD panel may not close properly [b].
• Close the LCD panel completely when not in use.
[b]
Hints for better shooting
For hand-held shots, you'll get better results by holding the camcorder according to the
following suggestions:
• Hold the camcorder firmly and secure it with the grip strap so that you can easily
manipulate the controls with your thumb.
Place your right elbow against your side.
Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it. Be sure to not touch the
built-in microphone.
Place your eye firmly against the viewfinder eyecup.
Use the viewfinder frame as a guide to determine the horizontal plane.
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Hints for better shooting
You can also record in a low position to get an interesting angle. Lift the viewfinder
up for recording from a low position [a].
V^ile recording in a low position, you can use the START /STOP button on the top of
the camcorder or the power zoom button located on the front [b]. Note that you
cannot change the zooming speed using the front power zoom button.
You can also record in a low position or even in a high position using the LCD panel
[C].
When you use the LCD screen outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD screen may be
difficult to see. If this happens, we recommend that you use the viewfinder.
Place the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripod
Try placing the camcorder on a table top or any other flat surface of suitable height. If
you have a tripod for a still camera, you can also use it with the camcorder.
When attaching a non-Sony tripod, make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less
than 9/32 inch (6.5 mm). Cftherwise, the screw may damage the inner parts of the
camcorder.
Cautions on the viewfinder and the LCD
• Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder or by the LCD panel [d].
• Do not place the camcorder so as to point the viewfinder or the LCD screen toward
the sun. The inside of the viewfinder may be damaged. Be careful when placing the
camcorder under sunlight or by a window [e].
[e]
Note on the LCD screen
The LCD screen is made with high-precision technology. However, black points or
bright points of light (red, blue, or green) may appear on the LCD screen. These points
are not recorded on the tape. This is not a malfimction. (Effective dots: more than
99.99%).
Checking the recorded picture
Using EDITSEARCH, you can review the last recorded scene or check the recorded
picture in the viewfinder and on the LCD screen.
(1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to
CAMERA.
(2) Turn STANDBY up.
(3) Press the - (@) side of EDITSEARCH momentarily; the last few seconds of the
recorded portion play back (Rec Review).
Hold down the - side of EDITSEARCH until the camcorder goes back to the
scene you want. The last recorded portion is played back. To go forward,
hold down the + side (Edit Search).
To stop playback
Release EDITSEARCH.
To go back to the last recorded point after edit search
Press END SEARCH. The last recorded point is played back for about 5 seconds (10
seconds in LP mode) and stops. Note that this function does not work once you eject
the cassette after you recorded on the tape.
To begin re-recording
Press START/STOP. Re-recording begins from the point you released EDITSEARCH.
Provided you do not eject the cassette, the transition between the last scene you
recorded and the next scene you record will be smooth.
Playing back a tape
You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen.
(1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to VTR.
The video control buttons light up.
(2) Insert the recorded tape with the window facing out.
(3) While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel. Adjust the angle of the LCD panel
or the brightness of the LCD screen if necessary.
(4) Press O to start playback.
(5) Adjust the volume using VOLUME.
You can also monitor the picture on a TV screen, after connecting the camcorder to a TV
or VCR.
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To stop playback, press □.
To rewind the tape, press «.
To fast-forward the tape rapidly, press
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When monitoring on the LCD screen
You can turn the LCD panel over and move back to the camcorder with the LCD screen
facing out [a]. You can adjust the angle of the LCD screen by turning the LCD screen
up to 20 degrees [b].
[b]
Playing back a tape
Using the remote commander
You can control playback using the supplied Remote Commander. Before using the
Remote Commander, insert the size AA (R6) batteries.
Note on DISPLAY button
Press DISPLAY to display the screen indicators on the LCD screen. To erase the
indicators, press DISPLAY again. If the POWER switch is set to CAMERA, you can
erase the indicator by pressing DISPLAY.
Using headphones
Connect headphones (not supplied) to the 0 jack. You can adjust the volume using
VOLUME. When you use headphones, the speaker on the camcorder is silent.
To view the playback picture in the viewfinder
Close the LCD panel. The viewfinder turns on automatically. When using the
viewfinder, you can monitor sound only by using headphones or an earphone.
To view on the LCD screen again, open the LCD panel. The viewfinder turns off
automatically.
Note on the lens cover
The lens cover does not open when the POWER switch is set to VTR. Do not open the
lens cover manually. It may cause malfunction.
Variousp'rayl^clcmcKie4^. :
You can enjoy noiseless pictures on the LCD screen during still, slow and picture
search. (Crystal-clear still/slow/picture search)
To view a still picture (playback pause)
Press II during playback. To resume playback, press II or I>.
To locate a scene (picture search)
Keep pressing ◄◄ or ►► during playback. To resume normal playback, release the
button.
To monitor the high-speed picture while advancing the tape or'
rewinding (skip scan)
Keep pressing ◄◄ while rewinding or ►► while advancing the tape. To resume
normal playback, press 1>.
To view the picture at 1/5 speed (slow playback)
Press !► on the Remote Commander during playback. To resume normal playback,
press ►. If slow playback lasts for about 1 minute, it shifts to normal speed
automatically.
To view the picture at double speed
- CCD-TRV81 only
For double speed playback in the reverse direction, press ◄!!/<C, then press x2 on the
Remote Commander during playback. For double speed playback in the forward
direction, press >/!!►, then press x2 during playback. To resume normal playback,
press ►.
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To view the picture frame-by-frame
- CCD-TRV81 only
Press ◄!!/<; or >/!!► on the Remote Commander in playback pause mode. If you
keep pressing the button, you can view the picture at 1/25 speed. To resume normal
playback, press ►.
To change the playback direction
- CCD-TRV81 only
Press ◄ll/<; on the Remote Commander for reverse direcfion or >/ll^ on the
Remote Commander for forward direcfion during playback. To resume normal
playback, press ►- .
To select the playback sound
Change the "HiPi SOUND" mode setting in the menu system.
For standard 8 mm model users:
Tapes recorded in the Hi8 system can be played back on this camcorder. However, you
cannot get as fine details as you would get using a Hi8 camcorder. Noise may appear
during playback.
Notes on playback
• Streaks appear and the sound is muted in the various playback modes.
• When playback pause mode lasts for 5 minutes, the camcorder automatically enters
stop mode.
• Horizontal noise appears at the centre of the screen when you play back a tape in
reverse if the RC time code or the Data Code is displayed on the screen (CCD-TRV81
only). This is normal.
Playing back a tape
Displaying tiw dateor time ttifien ÿéiâr'fii6îllë(f* Data Codé function
- CCD-TRV81 only
Even if you did not record the date or time when you were recording, you can display
the date or time when you recorded (Data Code) on the TV during playback or editing.
The Data Code is also displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD screen.
To display the date when you recorded
Press DATE on the camcorder, or press DATA CODE on me Remote Commander. To
make the date disappear, press DATE again or DATA CODE twice.
To display the time when you recorded
Press TIME on the camcorder, or press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander twice.
To make the time disappear, press it again.
DATA CODE
JUL. 4 1996
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5:30:00 PM
When bars (—:—;—) appear
• A blank portion of the tape is being played back.
• The tape was recorded by a camcorder without the Data Code function.
• The tape was recorded by a camcorder without having date and time set.
• The tape is unreadable due to tape damage or noise.
• The tape was recorded in LP mode.
• The tape is being played back in variable speed (Slow Playback, etc.)
• An index signal is marked, the RC time code is written, or PCM after recording is
made on the tape.
Searching for the end of the picture
You can go to the end of the recorded portion after you record and play back the tape to
make the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene smooth.
The tape starts rewinding or fast-forwarding and the last 5 seconds (10 seconds in LP
mode) of the recorded portion play back. Then the tape stops at the end of the recorded
picture (End Search).
Note that the End Search function does not work once you eject the cassette after you
have recorded on the tape.
(1) While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel.
(2) Press END SEARCH.
This function works when the POWER switch is set to either CAMERA or VTR.
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If you start recording after using END SEARCH
Occasionally, the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene may
not be smooth.
Advanced operations
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Using alternative power sources
You can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery, pack,
the house current and alkaline battery. Choose the appropriate power source
depending on where you want to use your camcorder.
Place
Indoors
Outdoors Battery pack
Note on power sources
Disconnecting the power source or removing the battery pack during recording or
playback may damage the inserted tape. If this happens, restore the power supply
again immediately.
House current
Size AA (LR6) Sony Alkaline battery
Power source
Accessory to be used
Supplied AC power adaptor
Battery pack NP-F530 (supplied),
NP-F730
Battery case (supplied)
Using alternative power sources
Using' th# house current
(1) Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.
(2) Lift up the viewfinder.
(3) Slide the connecting plate down into the guides at the rear of the camcorder
until it clicks.
To remove the adaptor
The adaptor is removed in the same way as the battery pack.
WARNING
The power cord must only be changed at a qualified service shop.
PRECAUTION
The set is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected
to the house current, even if the set itself has been turned off.
Notes on the VTR/CAMERA lamp
• The VTR/CAMERA lamp will remain lit for a while even if the unit is unplugged
after use. This is normal.
• If the VTR/CAMERA lamp does not light, disconnect the power cord. After about
one minute, reconnect the power cord.
Use the battery case (supplied) and six size AA (LR6) Sony alkaline batteries (not
supplied).
(1) Remove the battery holder from the battery case.
(2) Insert six new alkaline batteries into the battery holder, following the marking
on the holder to be sure the batteries are installed in the correct direction.
(3) Insert the battery holder with the alkaline batteries.
(4) Insert the battery case with the alkaline batteries to the battery mounting
surface of the camcorder in the same way as the battery pack.
Battery life
Using Sony alkaline batteries at 77°F (25“C)
Typicai Piaying
80 (55) min. 90 min.
80 (45) min. 70 min.
CCD-TRV41
CCD-TRV81
Continuous
recording time recording time
135 (90) min.
130 (75) min.
time on LCD
Numbers in parentheses indicate the time when you record with the LCD screen.
Notes
• You may not use the battery case in cold environment.
• The above battery lives are estimates. The battery life may be shorter depending on
the storage condition of the battery before being purchased and temperature.
To remove the battery case
The battery case is removed in the same way as the battery pack.
This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony
video products.
When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recomihends that you
purchase accessories with this "GENUINE VIDEO ACCESSORIES"
mark.
Changing the mode settings
You can change the mode settings in the menu system to further enjoy the features am
functions of the camcorder.
(1) Press MENU to display the menu.
(2) Turn the control dial to select the desired item, then press the dial.
(3) Turn the control dial to select the desired mode, and press the dial. If you
want to change the other modes, repeat steps 2 and 3.
(4) Press MENU to erase the menu display.
CAMERA VTR
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COMMANDER
COUNTER
ORC TO SET
REC MODE
TITLE COL
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HiFi SOUND
COUNTER
TBC
DNR
LCD COLOR
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While recording in mirror mode
The menu does not appear on the LCD screen.
Selecting the mode setting of each
Items for both CAMERA and VTR modes
COUNTER* <NORMAUTIME CODE> (CCD-TRV81 only)
• Normally select NORMAL.
• Select TIME CODE to display the RC time code in order to edit more precisely.
REC MODE* <SP/LP>
• Select SP when recording in SP (standard play) mode.
• Select LP when recording in LP (long play) mode.
COMMANDER <ON/OFF>
• Select ON when using the supplied Remote Commander for the camcorder.
• Select OFF when not using the Remote Commander.
LCD COLOR*
Select this item to adjust the color on the LCD screen (greener or redder).
LCD HUE*
Select this item to adjust the true on the LCD screen.
BEEP* <ON/OFF>
• Select ON so that beeps sound when you start/stop recording, etc.
• Select OFF when you do not want to hear the beep sound.
Items for CAMERA mode only
WIND <ON/OFF>
• Select ON to reduce wind noise when recording in strong wind.
• Normally select OFF.
ORC TO SET*
Select this item to automatically adjust the recording condition to get the best possibli
recording.
If you have already performed this function, "ON" is displayed.
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D ZOOM* <ON/OFF>
• Select ON to activate digital zooming.
• Select OFF to not use the digital zoom. The camcorder goes back to 15x zoom.
AUTO DATE* <ON/6fF> (CCD-TRV41 only)
• Select ON to record the date for 10 seconds after recording has started.
• Select OFF to not record the date.
REC LAMP* <ON/OFF>
• Select OFF when you do not want the camera recording/battery lamp at the front (
the unit to light up.
• Normally select ON.
TITLE COL* <WHITEnrELLOW/VIOLET/RED/CYAN/GREEN/BLUE>
Select the color of the title.
Changing the mode settings
TITLE POS* <CENTER/BOTTOM>
• Select CENTER to center the title in the picture.
• Select BOTTOM to position the title at the bottom of the picture.
TITLE LANG* <ENGLISH/ FRANÇAIS/ ESPAÑOL/ PORTUGUÊS>
Select the language of the preset titles.
TITLE1 SET*/TITLE2 SET*
Store your own titles.
CLOCK SET*
Reset the date or time.
Items for VTR mode only
EDIT <ON/OFF>
• Select ON to minimize picture deterioration when editing.
• Normally select OFF.
HiFi SOUND <STEREO/1/2>
• Normally select STEREQ.
• Select 1 or 2 to play back a dual sound track tape.
TBC* <ON/OFF> (CCD-TRV81 only)
• Normally select ON, to correct for jitter.'
• Select OFE to not correct for jitter. The picture may not be steady when played back.
DNR* <ON/OFF> (CCD-TRV81 only)
• Normally select ON to reduce picture noise.
• Select OFF if the picture has a lot of movement, causing a conspicuous afterimage.
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• These settings are retained even when the battery is removed, as long as the lithium
battery is in place.
Note on TBC setting
Set TBC to OFF when playing back:
• A tape you have dubbed over.
• A tape on which you recorded the signal of a TV game or similar machine.
The following settings work only during playback
EDIT, HiFi SOUND, TBC, and DNR.
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