Sony MPK-TRV3 User Manual

Marine Pack

3-862-538-11 (1)

Operating Instructions Mode d’emploi Manual de instrucciones

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MPK-TRV3

WARNING

For the Customers in the U.S.A.

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.

Owner’s Record

The model and serial number are located on the inside of the front shell. 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 MPK-TRV3 Serial No. ____________________

Table of contents

Features ................................................................................................................................................. 3

Precautions ........................................................................................................................................... 4

Checking supplied accessories .......................................................................................................... 6

Preparing .............................................................................................................................................. 7

1 Preparing the adaptor ............................................................................................................. 7

2 Preparing the video camera recorder ................................................................................... 9

3 Attaching the video camera recorder to the marine pack................................................. 11

Recording ............................................................................................................................................ 14

When the LEAK lamp flashes ................................................................................................... 15

Removing the video camera recorder ............................................................................................ 16

Note on O-ring ................................................................................................................................... 18

Underwater recording ...................................................................................................................... 20

Labeling parts and controls.............................................................................................................. 21

Specifications...................................................................................................................................... 22

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Features

• The MPK-TRV3 marine pack allows the following 8 mm video camera recorders to be used

underwater.

CCD-TR44/TR54/TR57*/TR64/TR66/TR67*/TR74/TR78/TR84/TR86*/TR87*/TR88/TR94/

TR96*/TR98/TR99/TR200*/TR300*/TR500*/TR514/TR555*/TR614/TR710*/TR714/ TR814/TR910*/TR916*/TR917*/TR930*/TR940*/TR2300*/TR3000*/TR3300*/TR3400* TRV11/TRV12/TRV15*/TRV21/TRV22/TRV25*/TRV30/TRV32*/TRV33/TRV40/TRV41*/ TRV52*/TRV53*/TRV62*/TRV65*/TRV70/TRV72*/TRV75*/TRV81*/TRV82*/TRV85*/ TRV93*/TRV95*/TRV99*/TRV101*/TRV112/TRV212/TRV215*/TRV312*/TRV512*/ TRV615*/TRV715*/TRV815*

• Recording at a depth of 246 feet (75 meters) is possible.

• The following operation can be performed underwater.

– Power on/off – Auto focusing on/off (models marked with *) – Recording start/stop – Power zooming

We recommend you use a wide-conversion lens (not supplied) when using the marine pack.

This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony video products. When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recommends that you purchase accessories with this “GENUINE VIDEO ACCESSORIES” mark.

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Precautions

On the video camera recorder

Take care not to expose the equipment to salty air. Do not drip water on the equipment.

• Do not open the marine pack while at sea or at the seaside. Preparations such as installing and checking the equipment should be made in a place with low humidity and no salty air.

• When a video camera recorder is used near the sea for a long time, we recommend that it is checked periodically by a Sony dealer.

• If the equipment becomes wet, take it immediately to the nearest Sony dealer for preventive maintenance.

On the video camera recorder power source

We recommend that you use battery packs with a large capacity. However, in some cases battery packs NP-99/4500/F930/F950 cannot be attached to the video camera recorder.

On the marine pack

• If you open and join the front and rear shells in a place with high temperature and high humidity, moisture condensation may occur when you put the marine pack in the water, causing the front glass to fog.

• The waterproof integrity of the marine pack is maintained by the O-ring, and the groove and surface where it touches. Be especially careful not to damage or deform that area. For details, see “Note on the O-ring” (page 18).

• Do not leave the marine pack under direct sunlight for a long period of time, otherwise the temperature in the marine pack may rise and the equipment inside may be damaged. If you cannot avoid leaving the marine pack under direct sunlight, be sure to cover the marine pack with a towel or other protection.

• Do not throw the marine pack into the water. Lower it gently into the water.

• Whenever you pick up the marine pack, handle the grip. If the underwater video light (not supplied) is attached to the marine pack, do not handle the underwater video light’s arm.

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On recording underwater

• Check that the equipment operates correctly and there is no water leak at a depth of about 3 feet (one meter) before you dive deeper.

• Be sure to follow the safety rules for diving, such as diving period and depth.

• Remove the bubbles from the outside of the front glass.

Sony does not accept liability for damage to the video camera recorder, battery, etc. in the marine pack or for the loss of prerecorded material if water leak caused by incorrect operation occurs.

On maintenance

After recording in the sea, submerge the marine pack with the buckles tightly fastened in fresh water for a while to remove the sea water. Then rinse it with fresh water and wipe it with a soft cloth.

• Every time you use the marine pack and the video camera recorder underwater, clean the video camera recorder and the inside of the marine pack with a dry soft cloth. Do not use any type of solvent, such as alcohol or benzine for cleaning, as this may damage the finish.

• If water comes between the rear shell and the rubber part, remove the rubber and clean it with a dry soft cloth.

When you store the marine pack

• Coat the O-ring slightly with the supplied grease, and put it in the groove correctly. Join the front and rear shells then put in a cool place without fastening the buckles.

• Prevent dust from collecting on the O-ring.

• Avoid storing the marine pack in a cold, very hot or humid place, or together with naphthalene or camphor, as these conditions might damage the unit.

On transportation

• When transporting the marine pack, be sure to remove the video camera recorder from the marine pack.

• When transporting the marine pack by air or by car, use a marine pack carrying case (not supplied).

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Checking supplied accessories

Check that the following accessories are supplied with your marine pack.

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1 Adaptor A (1) 2 Adaptor B (1) 3 Adaptor C (1) 4 Mounting screw plate (1) 5 O-rings (2) 6 Grease (1) 7 Accessory belt (1) 8 Color filter (1) 9 Viewfinder adaptor (1)

Preparing

1 Preparing the adaptor

The adaptor and the position of the mounting screw plate depend on the video camera model. See the following page when attaching the adaptor and mounting screw plate.

Check the position for the video camera recorder you use.

Video camera recorder CCD-

TRV30/TRV40/TRV70 TR44/TR54/TR64/TR66/TR74/TR78/TR84/TR88/TR94/

TR98/TR99/TR514/TR614/TR714/TR814 TR200/TR300/TR500 TR86/TR96/TR916/TRV11/TRV12/TRV21/TRV22/

TRV32/TRV33/TRV52/TRV53/TRV112/TRV212/TRV312/ TRV512

TRV62/TRV72/TRV82 TR3000 TR555 TRV101 TR710/TR910 TR2300/TR3300/TR3400/TRV41/TRV81 TR930 TR57/TR67/TR87/TR917/TR940/TRV15/TRV25/TRV65/

TRV75/TRV85/TRV93/TRV215/TRV615/TRV715/TRV815 TRV95/TRV99

A, B —— adaptor to be used. 1, 2, 3… — corresponding number on the adaptor.

Notes

• You should use the wide conversion lens VCL-0637H (not supplied) for the CCDTRV95/TRV99 video camera recorder.

• The CCD-TRV101 video camera recorder cannot be fitted with a wide conversion lens.

• When you attach a wide conversion lens to the CCD-TRV11/TRV12/TRV21/TRV22/ TRV33/TRV41/TRV81/TRV112/TRV212 video camera recorders, you cannot attach the viewfinder adaptor.

• When you attach a wide conversion lens to the CCD-TRV11/TRV12/TRV21/TRV22/ TRV33/TRV112/TRV212 video camera recorders, you cannot attach Sony battery NP-99/4500.

• When you attach a wide conversion lens to the CCD-TR2300/TR3300/TR3400/ TRV95/TRV99 video camera recorders, you cannot attach Sony battery NP-F930/ F950.

Position of the mounting screw plate on the adaptor

Without a wideconversion lens

With a wideconversion lens

A1 A2

B1 B3

B2 B5

B2 B9 B3 B6 B3 B7 B3 — B4 B6 B4 B7 B5 B8

B5 B12 B8 B9

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Preparing

Attaching the mounting screw plate to the adaptor

Adaptor A Adaptor B

Mounting screw plate

Adaptor A

To disassemble after using

Adaptor B

Attach adaptor C to adaptor B.

Adaptor C

Adaptor B

To detach adaptor C from adaptor B

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2 Preparing the video camera recorder

(1) Remove the lens cap, shoulder strap, filter, etc., from the video camera

recorder.

(2) Attach a charged battery pack and insert a video cassette. (3) Attach the wide conversion lens (not supplied).

By attaching the wide conversion lens, the shooting coverage becomes wider, and the subject size becomes smaller.

(4) Attach the Viewfinder adaptor.

If the viewfinder adaptor is loose when it is attached, bend the eyecup of the camcorder and attach it again.

(5) When using adaptor A, attach it to the video camera recorder.

Check that the position of the mounting screw plate is correct (See pages 7). When using adaptor B, skip this step.

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(6) Adjust the video camera recorder.

Refer to the operation manual of your video camera recorder.

1 Set the POWER

switch to CAMERA.

CAMERA

2 Set the STANDBY

switch to STANDBY.

The following adjustments are needed when your video camera recorder has the corresponding function.

Refer to the operation manual of the video camera recorder for details.

White balance Normally set to w (outdoor).

Set to e (indoor) for night diving. Shutter speed Set where no indicator appears. Program AE Set where no indicator appears. Brightness Turn off the indicator.

Notes

• On some video camera recorder models, you cannot adjust the focus with the button on the marine pack. Set the focus to auto focus mode (see page 3).

• When the viewfinder adaptor is attached to the viewfinder of your video camera recorder, you get a wide view of what appears in the viewfinder screen. However, the view may be destorted depending on the viewing angle.

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3 Attaching the video camera recorder to the marine pack

(1) Attach the video camera recorder to the marine pack.

Check the position of the adaptor (See page 7).

When using adaptor A

3 Connect the remote

control cable to l REMOTE.

Screwdriver

When using adaptor B

1 Align the right side of

the adaptor with the hooks of the camera mount, then push down the adaptor.

1 Connect the microphone cable to MIC.

(The sound is recorded in monaural.)

Camera mount

2 Slide the video

camera recorder into the marine pack until the hooks of the camera mount catch the adaptor.

4 Fasten the screw.

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3 Connect the microphone

cable to MIC jack of the video camera recorder. (The sound is recorded in monaural.)

4 Attach the video camera

recorder to the adaptor.

2 Fasten the screw.

5 Connect the remote

control cable to the l REMOTE jack of the video camera recorder.

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Preparing

(2) Raise the buckles until they stop. (3) Fasten the video camera recorder with the accessory belt.

When you fasten the video camera recorder with accessory belt, take care not to touch the zoom button.

Buckles

O-ring

Check the O-ring and grease it slightly.

Accessory belt

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(4) Attach the front shell to the rear shell.

1 Put the front shell on the rear shell.

2 Press the top of both grips frimy.

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Align here as shown in the illustration.

3 Lower both buckles at the

same time until they are locked. You will hear a click.

Now you ready for underwater recording.

Set the STANDBY/LOCK switch of the marine pack to LOCK. If you set it to STANDBY, the battery may be used up before recording.

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Recording

Check that the equipment operates correctly and that there is no water leak at a depth of about 3 feet (one meter) before you dive deeper.

(1) Set the STANDBY/LOCK switch to STANDBY. (2) Press START/STOP button to start recording.

The REC lamp (red) lights up during recording.

AUTO FOCUS ON/OFF

Power zoom lever

button

STANDBY/LOCK switch

REC LEAK

REC lamp

To stop recording

Press the START/STOP button.

To zoom

Slide the power zoom lever towards T for telephoto (subject appears closer) or W for wide-angle (subject appears farther away). The zooming speed can be changed on some video camera recorder models from a slow speed to faster by sliding the zooming lever a little more.

When you set the power zoom lever to the full wide-angle position (macro), specks or bubbles on the front glass may come into focus. In this case, slide the power zoom lever a little towards T and return towards W.

START/STOP button

Wide-angle

Telephoto

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To keep a subject in focus

After you focus on a subject, press AUTO FOCUS ON/OFF button to set the video camera recorder to manual focus mode.

Even if fish swim between the video camera recorder and the subject, you can still keep the subject in focus.

Note On some video camera recorder models, the AUTO FOCUS ON/OFF button is not operative. Set the video camera recorder to auto focus mode (see page 3).

To attach/detach the lid of the video cable connector

A video cable connector is provided so that video equipment can be connected to the marine pack in the future.

When you reattach the lid, grease the O-ring of the lid before inserting it into the connector.

To detach To attach

2 pull out.

Note

Do not remove the lid underwater.

1 While

pressing here,

When the LEAK lamp flashes

If water happen to leak in , the LEAK lamp (yellow) flashes.

In such a case, remove the marine pack from the water as soon as possible, keeping it horizontal. Be sure to surface following the safety rules for diving.

Dry the marine pack with a soft cloth and then open it.

To switch off the lamp, disconnect the remote control cable.

Check the cause of the leak.

If the video camera recorder is wet, take it to the nearest Sony dealer immediately.

O-ring

2 press in.

1 While

REC LEAK

LEAK lamp (yellow)

pressing here,

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Removing the camcorder

Before opening the marine pack, rinse it with fresh water and dry with a soft cloth.

Note

When you open the marine pack, follow this procedure to prevent the video camera recorder from getting wet.

• Dry the marine pack well.

• Wipe off any water between the front and rear shells with a towel.

• Make sure you are dry. Take care that no water drips from your diving suit.

(1) Remove the accessories. (2) Open the marine pack.

Unfasten both buckles and remove the front shell.

(3) Take the video camera recorder out of the front shell.

5 Remove the

viewfinder adaptor.

1 Disconnect the remote

control cable.

4 Disconnect the

microphone cable.

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2 Unfasten the screw.

3 Detach the video camera

recorder.

(4) Insert the remote control plug and the microphone plug where they were. (5) Remove the adaptor.

Microphone plug

Remote control plug

Adaptor A

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Adaptor B

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Note on the O-ring

The O-ring assures the waterproof function of the marine pack. To maintain waterproof integrity, use it correctly. Incorrect handling may cause water to leak in.

Check that there are no scratches or cracks

Scratches or cracks on the O-ring may cause water to leak in. If the O-ring is damaged in this way, replace it with a new one. Do not remove the O-ring from the groove with a metal tool or a tool with a sharp point.

Crack

O-ring

Scratches

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Remove any dust, sand or hair from the O-ring

Make sure there is no dust, sand or hair on the O-ring, in the groove, or on the surface of the marine pack where the O-ring touches. If there is, clean them completely, or the O-ring and the surface of the marine pack may be damaged and water may leak in.

Grease the O-ring

The grease protects the O-ring from wear. Check that there are no cracks or dust on the O-ring, then grease it using your finger.

While greasing, double check that there are no cracks or dust. Never use cloth or paper to apply grease because the fibers may cling. Do not use any type of grease other then the supplied one, or it may damage the O-ring. If you run out of silicone grease (2-115-921-01) you can purchase it from your nearest

Sony Service Center.

Do not twist the O-ring

Put the O-ring in the groove evenly. Never twist it.

Do not pinch the O-ring with the marine pack

When jointing the front and rear shells, take care not to pinch the O-ring between them. If this happens, not only will the O-ring be damaged, but water may leak in.

Storage

Put the supplied spare O-rings in the original carton and store it in a cool place.

• Do not expose the O-ring to direct sunlight.

• Do not place a heavy object on the O-ring.

• Do not fold the O-ring.

Useful life of the O-ring

Depending upon the maintenance and the length of use, we recommend changing the O-ring every one or two years.

The O-ring (3-952-928-01) can be replaced at your nearest Sony Service Center.

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Underwater recording

Recording underwater is different from recording on land because it is affected by the clarity and depth of the water and the light conditions. The following are hints for good recording underwater.

Color characteristic underwater

Water absorbs light, especially red light, so that objects in deep water or in the distance are seen as bluish. The color of objects is affected by the clarity of the water.

To record the subject with nearly actual color, use the color filter.

Best time for recording

The best recording time is about from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. When the sun is its highest, optimum results can be obtained.

Subject size underwater

Since the refractive index underwater is higher than that in air, an object appears 1/4 more closer, and therefore larger. This phenomenon affects the lens on the video camera recorder as well as the human eye. Using a wide-conversion lens (not supplied) is recommended.

Camera work on slow and stable motion

When recording, keep your body stable. An unstable shot will be magnified on the TV screen. Move the video camera recorder

as slowly as possible. As most of the object underwater move, you can record a good programme without moving the video camera recorder.

Color filter

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Underwater video light

In deep water or under rocks where direct sunlight does not reach, recording with an underwater video light is recommended.

To record at night, use a powerful underwater video light.

Underwater video light HVL-ML20 (not supplied)

Attachable to the left and right shoes

Labeling parts and controls

• For the use of each part or control, see the pages indicated in parenthesis.

Eyecup

Rear shell

Power zoom lever T/W (14)

Grip

START/STOP button (14)

Buckles (12, 13)

Video output jack

O-ring (18)

Accessory shoes for underwater video lights (20)

Accessory shoe

Front shell

Underwater microphone (monaural)

Front glass

Video cable connector (15) Lead weight

AUTO FOCUS ON/OFF button (14)

STANDBY/ LOCK switch (14)

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Camera mount (11)

Remote control cable (11) Microphone cable (11)

REC LEAK

LEAK lamp (yellow) (14)

REC (recording) lamp (red) (14)

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