Sony CCD-TRV62, CCD-TRV72 User Manual

3-859-428-12 (1)

Video Camera Recorder

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. CCD-TRV Model No. AC-V

Serial No. Serial No.

CCD-TRV82

CCD-TRV62/TRV72/TRV82

Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam VisionTM camcorder. With your

Welcome!

Handycam Vision, you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam Vision is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use. You will soon be producing home video that you can enjoy for years to come.

WARNING

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

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

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

DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY.

LITHIUM ION BATTERY. DISPOSE OF PROPERLY.

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

Note: In some areas the disposal of lithium ion

batteries in household or business trash may

be prohibited. For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only) For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you call 416-499-SONY (Canada only)

For the customers in the U.S.A.

CAUTION

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

Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: — Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. — Increase the separation between the equipment

and receiver.

— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the receiver is connected.

— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

For the customers in CANADA

CAUTION

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, 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.............. 5

Getting started

Charging and installing the battery

pack .................................................... 6

Inserting a cassette ................................ 10

Basic operations

Camera recording ................................. 11

Using the zoom feature ................. 14

Selecting the START/STOP mode

.................................................... 15

Shooting with the LCD screen...... 16

Letting the subject monitor the shot... 18

Hints for better shooting ...................... 19

Checking the recorded picture............ 21

Playing back a tape ............................... 22

Searching for the end of the picture ... 24

Advanced operations

Using alternative power sources ........ 25

Using the house current ................ 25

Changing the mode settings................ 28

– for camera recording –

Fade-in and fade-out ............................ 32

Using the wide mode function............ 33

Enjoying picture effect ......................... 35

Focusing manually................................ 37

Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 39

Shooting with backlighting ................. 41

Adjusting the exposure ........................ 42

Releasing the STEADY SHOT

function ............................................ 43

Superimposing a title ........................... 44

Making your own titles ........................ 47

Recording with the date/time ............ 48

Optimizing the recording condition .. 49

– for playback/editing –

Watching on a TV screen ..................... 50

Editing onto another tape .................... 52

Recording from a VCR or TV .............. 54

Additional information

Changing the lithium battery in the

camcorder ........................................ 55

Resetting the date and time ................. 57

Usable cassettes and playback modes

........................................................... 58

Tips for using the battery pack ........... 59

Maintenance information and

precautions ...................................... 63

Using your camcorder abroad ............ 67

Trouble check ........................................ 68

Self-diagnosis function .................. 72

Specifications ......................................... 73

Identifying the parts ............................. 74

Warning indicators ............................... 82

Index ....................................................... 83

Before you begin

Using this manual

The instructions in this manual are for the three 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-TRV82 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-TRV82 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 CCD- TRV62 TRV72 TRV82

Viewfinder B/W color color Viewfinder Power Save — rr

Note on TV color systems

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

Precaution on copyright

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

Precautions on camcorder care

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

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

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

[a]

[b]

Checking supplied accessories

Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder.

56 7 8

1 Wireless Remote Commander (1)

(p. 78)

2 AC-V316/V316A AC power adaptor (1)

(p. 6, 25)

3 NP-F530 Battery pack (1) (p. 6, 25)

4 CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p. 55)

The lithium battery is already installed in your camcorder.

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

5 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote

Commander (2) (p. 78)

6 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 50, 54)

7 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 80)

8 Battery case (1) (p. 26)

Before you begin

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. If you use any other battery to operate your camcorder, the camcorder may not operate or the battery life may be shortened.

“InfoLITHIUM“ is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

Charging the battery pack

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 z mark with the edge of

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 it is completely charged.

Charging time

Battery pack NP-F530 (supplied) NP-F730 NP-F930 Charging time* (min.) 170 (110) 250 (190) 330 (270)

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.)

Charging and installing the battery pack

Battery life

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

CCD-TRV62/TRV72

Battery pack Continuous recording time*

Typical recording time**

Playing time on LCD

NP-F530 (supplied)

150 (135) 85 (75)

100 (90) 55 (50)

100 (90)

NP-F730

305 (275) 175 (155)

235 (210) 135 (120)

235 (210)

NP-F930

480 (435) 275 (250)

370 (330) 210 (190)

370 (330)

CCD-TRV82

Battery pack Continuous recording time*

Typical recording time**

Playing time on LCD

NP-F530 (supplied)

150 (135) 85 (75)

100 (85) 55 (50)

100 (85)

NP-F730

305 (275) 175 (155)

215 (195) 120 (110)

215 (195)

NP-F930

480 (435) 275 (250)

355 (315) 205 (180)

355 (315)

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.

Notes on remaining battery time indication during recording

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

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

Getting started

Charging and installing the battery pack

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 and the power cord is unplugged after charging the battery pack. This is normal.

• If the CHARGE lamp does not light, disconnect 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.

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.

Attach the battery pack to the camcorder securely.

Note on installing the NP-F930 battery pack or battery case

Use the camcorder while lifting up the viewfinder slightly.

Note on the battery pack

Do not carry the camcorder by grasping the battery pack.

Charging and installing the battery pack

To remove the battery pack

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

BATT RELEASE (PUSH)

You can look at the demonstration of the functions available with this camcorder (p. 30).

Getting started

Inserting a cassette

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

(1) While pressing the small blue button on the EJECT switch, slide it in the

direction of the arrow. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens.

(2) Insert a cassette with the window facing out. (3) Close the cassette compartment by pressing the “PUSH” mark on the cassette

compartment. The cassette compartment automatically goes down.

EJECT

1 2

To eject the cassette

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

PUSH

To prevent accidental erasure

Slide the tab on the cassette to expose the red mark. If you insert the cassette with the red mark exposed and close the cassette compartment, the beeps sound for a while. If you try to record with the red mark exposed, the and 6 indicators flash, and you cannot record. To re-record on this tape, slide the tab back out covering the red mark.

Basic operations

Camera recording

Make sure that the power source is installed and a cassette is inserted and that the START/STOP MODE switch inside the LCD panel is set to . Before you record onetime events, you may want to make a trial recording to make sure that the camcorder is working correctly. When you use the camcorder for the first time, power on it and reset the date and time to your time before you start recording (p. 57). The date is automatically recorded for 10 seconds after you start recording (AUTO DATE feature). This feature works only once a day. To save battery power, the picture in the viewfinder appears only when you bring your face close to the viewfinder with STANDBY up (Finder power save) (CCD-TRV72/ TRV82 only).

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

CAMERA.

(2) Turn STANDBY up to STANDBY. (3) Press START/STOP. The camcorder starts recording. The “REC” indicator

appears. The red lamp lights up in the viewfinder (CCD-TRV62 only). 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.

POWER

CAMERA

OFF

VTR

START/STOP

Basic operations

STBY

0:00:00

40 min.

AUTO DATE

START/STOP

REC

0:00:01

40 min.

JUL 4 1997

Camera recording

To stop recording momentarily [a]

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

To finish recording [b]

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

[a]

START/STOP

STBY

0:35:20

[b]

START/STOP

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 [a] (CCD-TRV62) or move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever [b] (CCDTRV72/TRV82) so that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus.

[a] CCD-TRV62

Note on the lighting aperture – CCD-TRV72/TRV82 only

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

[b] CCD-TRV72/TRV82

START/STOP

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 you record a tape in LP mode on this camcorder, we recommend you to play the tape on this camcorder. When you play back the tape on other camcorders or VCRs, noise may occur on a picture or sound. Noise may occur also when you play on this camcorder the tape recorded in LP mode on other camcorders or VCRs.

Camera recording

Note on recording

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

Notes on the tape counter

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

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

Note on the beep sound

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

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.

Basic operations

Notes on finder power save – CCD-TRV72/TRV82 only

• The recording continues even when the picture in the viewfinder disappears during recording.

• If you set VF PW-SAVE to OFF in the menu system, the picture in the viewfinder does not disappear even when you turn your face away from the viewfinder.

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.

Camera recording

Using the zoom feature

Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the scene. For more professional-looking recordings, use the zoom function sparingly. “T” side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) “W” side:for wide-angle (subject appears farther away)

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.

[a][b]

Camera recording

Selecting the START/STOP mode

Your camcorder has two modes besides normal start/stop mode. These modes enable you to take a series of quick shots resulting in a lively video.

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

: Recording starts when you press START/STOP, and stops when you

press it again (normal mode). ANTI GROUND SHOOTING

press down START/STOP so that you can avoid recording unnecessary scenes. 5SEC: When you press START/STOP, the camcorder records for 5 seconds and

then stops automatically.

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

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

Basic operations

: The camcorder records only while you

ANTI GROUND SHOOTING

START/STOP MODE

5SEC

START/STOP

0:00:00

STBY

START/STOP

REC

• • • • •

To extend the recording time in 5SEC mode

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

Notes on START/STOP mode

• If you have turned off the indicators on the LCD screen, the dots do not appear.

• You cannot use FADER in 5SEC or mode.

REC

•

Camera recording

Shooting with the LCD screen

You can also record the picture while looking at the LCD screen. When using the LCD screen, the viewfinder turns off automatically. You cannot monitor the sound from the speaker during recording.

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

The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to this side and about 200 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

200°

90°

Backlighting the LCD screen

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

Camera recording

Notes on the LCD panel

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

• When turning the LCD panel, turn it always vertically; otherwise, the camcorder

body may be damaged or the LCD panel may not close properly [b].

• Close the LCD panel completely when not in use.

[a] [b]

Basic operations

Letting the subject monitor the shot

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

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

To Cancel Mirror Mode

Turn the LCD panel back toward the viewfinder.

Notes on mirror mode

• When you turn the LCD panel about 135 degrees to 200 degrees, the camcorder enters mirror mode.

• Using the mirror mode, you can record yourself while watching yourself on the LCD [a].

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

• While recording in mirror mode, you cannot operate the following buttons: TITLE, DATE, TIME and MENU.

• The date appears in reverse when the AUTO DATE feature is turned on. When recorded it will be normal.

[a] [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.

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

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

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

[a]

[b]

Basic operations

Place the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripod

Try placing the camcorder on a table top or any other flat surface of suitable height. If you have a tripod for a still camera, you can also use it with the camcorder. When attaching a non-Sony tripod, make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 9/32 inch (6.5 mm). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage the camcorder.

Hints for better shooting

Cautions on the viewfinder and the LCD

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

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

[c]

[d]

Checking the recorded picture

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

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

CAMERA.

(2) Turn STANDBY up to STANDBY. (3) Press the – (Œ) side of EDITSEARCH momentarily; the last few seconds of the

recorded portion play back (Rec Review). You can monitor the sound from the speaker or headphones.

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

POWER

CAMERA

OFF

VTR

START/STOP

EDITSEARCH

Basic operations

EDITSEARCH

To stop playback

Release EDITSEARCH.

To go back to the last recorded point after edit search

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

To begin re-recording

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

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 · 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.

POWER

CAMERA

OFF

VTR

STOP REW PLAY FF PAUSE REC

To stop playback, press π. To rewind the tape, press 0. To fast-forward the tape rapidly, press ).

When monitoring on the LCD screen

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

VOLUME

[a]

[b]

15°

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 2 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. 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.

Various playback modes

You can enjoy clear pictures on the LCD screen during still, slow and picture search.

(Crystal-clear still/slow/picture search)

To view a still picture (playback pause)

Press P during playback. To resume playback, press P or ·.

Basic operations

To locate a scene (picture search)

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

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

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

To select the playback sound

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

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.

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.

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.

END

Advanced operations

Using alternative power sources

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

Place Indoors Outdoors

In the car

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.

Power source

Hause current Battery pack

Size AA (LR6) Alkaline battery 12 V or 24 V car battery

Using the 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.

Accessory to be used

Supplied AC power adaptor Battery pack NP-F530 (supplied), NP-F730,

NP-F930 Battery case (supplied) Sony car battery charger DC-V515A

Advanced operations

To remove the connecting plate

The connecting plate 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 wall outlet, 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.

Using alternative power sources

Using alkaline batteries

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

(1) Remove the battery holder from the battery case. (2) Insert six new alkaline batteries into the battery holder, following the marking

on the holder to be sure the batteries are installed in the correct direction.

(3) Insert the battery holder with the alkaline batteries. (4) Insert the battery case with the alkaline batteries to the battery mounting

surface of the camcorder in the same way as the battery pack.

Battery life

Using Sony alkaline batteries at 77°F (25°C). Upper numbers are the time when recording with the viewfinder. Lower numbers are the time when recording with the LCD screen.

CCDContinuous recording time

Typical recording time

Notes

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

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

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

When the battery case is installed

Slightly raise the viewfinder when you use the camcorder.

TRV62/TRV72

165 min. 105 min.

95 min. 60 min.

TRV82

165 min. 100 min.

95 min. 55 min.

To remove the battery case

The battery case is removed in the same way as the battery pack. When you replace the batteries, be sure to remove the battery case from the camcorder to prevent malfunction.

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