Sony DCR-TRV5 manual

3-864-186- 11 (2) ©1998 by Sony Corporation DCR-TRV5 Digital Video Camera Recor der Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.[...]

2 WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. W elcome ! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam Vision TM camcorder. With your Handycam Vision, you can capture life’s precious moments with super[...]

3 Before you begin DCT-TRV5 (E) Table of contents 3 Before you begin 4 Using this manual .................................... 4 Checking supplied accessories ............... 6 Getting started 7 Charging and installing the battery pack ..................................................... 7 Inserting a cassette ................................. 10 B[...]

4 Before you begin Using this manual 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. Note on Cassette Memory This camcorder is based on the DV format. You can o[...]

5 Before you begin Precautions on camcorder care • The LCD screen and/or the color viewfinder are manufactured using high- precision 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 manufactu[...]

6 Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. Checking supplied accessories Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, video tape, etc. 1 23 4 5 6 7 8 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 87) 2 NP-F330 battery pack (1) (p. 7) 3 AC-V615 AC powe[...]

7 Getting started 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 only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Charging the battery pack Charge the battery pack on a flat s[...]

8 Battery life While using with viewfinder Battery pack Continuous recording time * Typical recording time ** NP-F330 (supplied) 80 (70) 45 (40) NP-F550 165 (140) 90 (80) NP-F530 130 (115) 70 (65) While using with LCD Battery pack Continuous Typical Playing recording time * recording time ** time with LCD NP-F330 (supplied) 60 (55) 35 (30) 65 (60) [...]

9 Getting started Charging and installing the battery pack Installing the battery pack ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to OFF to prevent misoperation of the camcorder. ( 2 ) To open the lid of the battery compartment, slide the OPEN (BATT) release lever. ( 3 ) Insert the battery pack in the direction of the arrow. ( 4 ) Close the lid. To remove the batt[...]

10 Inserting a cassette You can use mini DV cassette with logo* only. Make sure that the power source is installed. ( 1 ) While pressing the small blue button on the EJECT switch, slide it in the direction of the arrow. The cassette lid and compartment open. ( 2 ) Insert a cassette with the window facing out into the cassette compartment. ( 3 ) Clo[...]

11 Basic operations Basic operations Camera r ecor ding Make sure that the power source is installed and a cassette is inserted and that the START/STOP MODE switch (p. 14) is set to . 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 fir[...]

12 To focus the viewfinder lens If you cannot see the indicators in the viewfinder clearly, or after someone else has used the camcorder, focus the viewfinder lens. Move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever so that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. Note on Standby mode If you leave the camcorder in Standby mode for 5 minutes w[...]

13 Basic operations Note on remaining tape indicator The indicator may not be displayed accurately depending on the tape. Though the indicator does not appear at the time of recording, it will appear in a few seconds. Using the zoom feature Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the scene. For more professi[...]

14 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 ) 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 S[...]

15 Basic operations 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 except in mirror mode. You cannot monitor the sound from the speaker during CAMERA mode. ( 1 ) While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel. ( 2 ) Adjust angle of the LCD pane[...]

16 Camera recording 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 up vertically. When you turn the LCD panel 180 degrees, the indicator appears on the LCD screen (mirror mode) and the time code an[...]

17 Basic operations Hints for better shooting For hand-held shots, you will 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. [a] • Place your elbows against your side. • Place your le[...]

18 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 6.5 mm. Otherwise, you cannot at[...]

19 Basic operations 1 3 2 VTR CAMERA OFF POWER 5 4 6 You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. ( 1 ) Insert the recorded tape with the window facing out. ( 2 ) While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel. ( 3 ) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to VTR. ( 4 ) Press 0 to rewind the tape. [...]

20 Playing back a tape Using headphones Connect headphones (not supplied) to the 2 jack. You can adjust the volume of the headphones using VOL +/–. To view the playback picture in the viewfinder Close the LCD panel. The viewfinder turns on automatically. When using the viewfinder, you can monitor the sound only by using headphones. To view on the[...]

21 Basic operations Searching for the end of the pictur e You can go to the end of the recorded portion after you record and play back the tape. The tape starts rewinding or fast-forwarding and the last about 5 seconds of the recorded portion plays back. Then the tape stops at the end of the recorded picture (End Search) . ( 1 ) While pressing OPEN[...]

22 Advanced operations Using alternative power sources You can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack, house current, and 12/24 V car battery. Choose the appropriate power source depending on where you want to use your camcorder. Place Power source Accessory to be used Indoors House current Supplied AC power adap[...]

23 Advanced operations You can change the mode settings in the menu system to further enjoy the features and functions of the camcorder. ( 1 ) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen. ( 2 ) Turn the control dial to select the desired item, then press the control dial. Only the selected item is displayed. ( 3 ) Turn the control dial to sele[...]

24 Selecting the mode setting of each item r is set at the factory. Items for both CAMERA and VTR modes LCD BRIGHT Select this item to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. The LCD screen becomes brighter when you turn the control dial up, and darker when you turn it down. COMMANDER* < r ON/OFF> • Select ON when using the supplied Remote[...]

25 Advanced operations Items for CAMERA mode only PROGRAM AE* Select this item to use the PROGRAM AE function. See page 32 for details. P EFFECT** Select this item to enjoy the picture effect. See page 36 for details. AUDIO MODE < r 12BIT/16BIT> • Normally select 12BIT to record two stereo sound. • Select 16BIT to record the one stereo so[...]

26 Items for VTR mode only HiFi SOUND* < r STEREO/1/2> • Select STEREO to play back stereo sound or main and sub sound (for dual sound). • Select 1 to play back the left sound (for stereo sound) or main sound (for dual sound). • Select 2 to play back the right sound (for stereo sound) or sub sound (for dual sound). TITLE DSPL < r ON/[...]

27 Advanced operations When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the BACK LIGHT function. Press BACK LIGHT. The c indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. [ a ] Subject is too dark because of backlight. [ b ] Subject becomes bright with backlight compensation. After [...]

28 FADER M.FADER [a] [b] REC STBY REC STBY You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. When fading in, the picture gradually fades in from black while the sound increases. When fading out, the picture gradually fades to black while the sound decreases. When fading in [a] ( 1 ) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, pre[...]

29 Advanced operations You can record a still picture like a photograph for about seven seconds. This photo recording is useful when you want to enjoy a picture such as a photograph or when you print a picture using a video printer (not supplied). You can record about 510 pictures on a 60-minute tape in SP mode. ( 1 ) While pressing the small green[...]

30 LINE IN VIDEO S VIDEO Printing the still picture You can print a still picture by using the video printer (not supplied). Connect the video printer using the S video connecting cable (not supplied). Refer to the operating instruction of the video printer as well. If the video printer is not equipped with S VIDEO input Use the supplied A/V connec[...]

31 Advanced operations 16:9 WIDE [a] [b] [c] You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE). The picture with black bands at the top and the bottom on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder [a] is normal. The picture on a normal TV [b] is horizontally compressed. You can watch the picture of normal images on a wide-s[...]

32 Using the PROGRAM AE function You can select from six PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shooting situation. When you use PROGRAM AE, you can get a portrait effect (the subject is in focus and the background is out of focus), capture high-speed action, record night views, etc. Selecting the best mode Select a proper PROGRAM AE mode re[...]

33 Advanced operations Using the PROGRAM AE function Using the PROGRAM AE function ( 1 ) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen. ( 2 ) Turn the control dial to select PROGRAM AE, then press the control dial. ( 3 ) Turn the control dial to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode, then press the control dial. ( 4 ) Press MENU to erase the menu d[...]

34 When to use manual focus In the following cases you should obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually. • Insufficient light [a] • Subjects with little contrast — walls, sky, etc. [b] • Too much brightness behind the subject [c] • Horizontal stripes [d] • Subjects through frosted glass • Subjects beyond nets, etc. • Bri[...]

35 Advanced operations Focusing manually Focusing manually When focusing manually, first focus in telephoto before recording, and then reset the shot length. ( 1 ) Press FOCUS. The f indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. ( 2 ) Turn the control dial to focus on the subject. To return to the autofocus mode Press FOCUS to turn off [...]

36 Enjoying pictur e effect Selecting picture effect You can make pictures like those of television with the Picture Effect function. PASTEL [a] The picture is in pastel tones. NEG. ART [b] The color of the picture is reversed. SEPIA The picture is sepia. B&W The picture is monochrome (black and white). SOLARIZE [c] The light intensity is clear[...]

37 Advanced operations Using picture effect function ( 1 ) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen. ( 2 ) Turn the control dial to select P EFFECT, then press the control dial. ( 3 ) Turn the control dial to select the desired picture effect mode, then press the control dial. ( 4 ) Press MENU to erase the menu display. To return to normal [...]

38 [ a ] [ b ] Adjusting the exposur e When to adjust the exposure Adjust the exposure manually under the following cases. [ a ] • The background is too bright (back lighting) • Insufficient light: most of the picture is dark [ b ] • Bright subject and dark background • To record the darkness faithfully Adjusting the exposure (1) Press EXPO[...]

39 Advanced operations Superimposing a title If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can superimpose the titles while recording or after recording. When you play back the tape, the title is displayed for 5 seconds from the point where you superimposed it. You can select from eight preset titles and one original (CUSTOM TITLE) to superimpose ove[...]

40 Superimposing a title While you are playing back, pausing, or recording After step 6, “SAVE” appears on the screen for 5 seconds and the title is set. While in Standby mode After step 6, the “TITLE” indicator appears. And when you press START/STOP to start recording, “SAVE” appears on the screen for 5 seconds and the title is set. Ti[...]

41 Advanced operations Erasing a title ( 1 ) Press MENU to display the menu. ( 2 ) Turn the control dial to select TITLEERASE, then press the control dial. ( 3 ) Turn the control dial to select the title you want to erase, then press the control dial. ( 4 ) Make sure the title is the one you want to erase, then press the control dial again. ( 5 ) P[...]

42 If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can make one title of up to 20 characters and store it in memory. ( 1 ) Press TITLE to display the titles on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. ( 2 ) Turn the control dial to select CUSTOM TITLE, then press the control dial. ( 3 ) Turn the control dial to select the column of the desired character, t[...]

43 Advanced operations Making a custom title To erase a character In step 3, turn the control dial to select [ M ] then press the control dial. The last character is erased. To change the title you have made In step 2, turn the control dial to select CUSTOM TITLE, then press the control dial. Erase characters one after another, then make the new ti[...]

44 Labeling a cassette If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can label a cassette. The label can consist of up to 10 characters and is stored in cassette memory. When you insert the labeled cassette and turn the power on, the label is displayed on the LCD screen, in the viewfinder, or on the TV screen. ( 1 ) Insert the cassette you want to la[...]

45 Advanced operations Labeling a cassette 4 8 MENU COMMANDER HiFi SOUND [] MENU TITLEERASE TITLE DSPL : END BEEP 5,6,7 2 3 1 FGH I J KLM N O PQR S T UVWXY Z& [] MENU : END [ ] [ ] ? ! FGH I J KLM N O PQR S T UVWXY Z& [] MENU : END [ ] [ ] ? ! FGH I J KLM N O PQR S T UVWXY Z& [] MENU : END [ ] [ ] ? ! MENU TAPE TITLE FGH I J KLM N O AB [...]

46 Labeling a cassette To erase a character In step 5 turn the control dial to select [ M ], then press the control dial. The last character is erased. To change the label you have made Insert the cassette to change the label, and operate in the same way to make a new label. If the mark appears in step 4 The cassette memory is full. If you erase th[...]

47 Advanced operations To activate the SteadyShot function again Select ON in step 3, then press the control dial. Notes on the SteadyShot function • The SteadyShot function will not correct excessive camera-shake. • When you switch the SteadyShot function on or off, the exposure may fluctuate. • When the SteadyShot function is released, the [...]

48 S VIDEO IN VIDEO AUDIO [a] [b] Connect the camcorder to your VCR or TV to watch the playback picture on the TV screen. When monitoring the playback picture by connecting the camcorder to your TV, we recommend you to use house current for the power source. Connecting directly to a VCR/TV with Audio/Video input jacks Open the jack cover and connec[...]

49 Advanced operations Using the AV cordless IR receiver  LASER LINK Once you connect the AV cordless IR receiver (not supplied) having the LASER LINK mark to your TV or VCR, you can easily view the picture on your TV. For details, refer to the operating instruction of the AV cordless IR receiver. LASER LINK is a system which transmits and recei[...]

50 Searching the boundaries of r ecorded tape with date – date search You can search for the boundaries of recorded tape with date – Date Search function. To search the beginning of the specific date and play back from the point, there are two ways: • Using cassette memory, you can select the date displayed on the LCD screen or in the viewfin[...]

51 Advanced operations Searching the boundaries of recorded tape with date – date search To stop searching Press p . Notes • The interval of the boundaries between the dates needs more than two minutes. The camcorder may not search if the beginning of the recorded date is too close to the next one. • The short cursor on the screen suggests th[...]

52 Searching the boundaries of recorded tape with date – date search Searching for the date without using cassette memory You can use this function whether the tape has cassette memory or not. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to VTR. ( 2 ) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen. ( 3 ) Turn the control dial to select CM SEARCH, then press the [...]

53 Advanced operations Searching the boundaries of r ecorded tape with title – title search You can search for the boundaries of recorded tape with title – Title Search function. If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can select the title displayed on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. You can only operate with the Remote Commander. Sear[...]

54 Searching for a photo – photo sear ch/photo scan You can search for the recorded still picture – Photo Search function. There are two modes in Photo Search: • Using cassette memory, you can select the recorded date which is displayed on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. • Without using cassette memory. You can also search for still pi[...]

55 Advanced operations Searching for a photo – photo search/photo scan To stop searching Press p . Note When you play back a tape which has a blank portion in the beginning or between the recorded portions, the Photo Search function will not work correctly. Searching for a photo without using cassette memory – photo search You can use this func[...]

56 Scanning photo – photo scan You can use this function whether the tape has cassette memory or not. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to VTR. ( 2 ) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the photo scan indicator displayed on the LCD screen. ( 3 ) Press = or + . Each photos are displayed for about 5 seconds automatically. To stop se[...]

57 Advanced operations 0:00:00 ZERO SET MEMORY 0:00:00 1 24 3 Using the Remote Commander, you can easily go back to the desired point on a tape after playback. ( 1 ) During playback, press ZERO SET MEMORY at the point you later want to locate. The counter shows “0:00:00” and “ZERO SET MEMORY” appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. [...]

58 You can display recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder during playback (Data Code). The Data Code is also displayed on the TV. You can only operate with the Remote Commander. Press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander during playback. To select the items to be displayed Set DATA CODE in t[...]

59 Advanced operations Editing onto another tape You can create your own video program by editing with any other DV, mini DV, h 8 mm, H Hi8, j VHS, k S-VHS,  VHSC, K S-VHSC or l Betamax VCR that has audio/video inputs. You can edit with little deterioration of picture and sound quality when using the DV connecting cable. Before editing Connect t[...]

60 Using the A/V connecting cable [a] or S video connecting cable (not supplied) [b] Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE. Notes on editing when using the A/V connecting cable • Press DATA CODE , SEARCH MODE, or DISPLAY to turn off the display indicators. Otherwise, the indicators will be recorded on the tape. • If your TV or VCR is a mona[...]

61 Advanced operations You can insert a new scene from a VCR onto your originally recorded tape by specifying starting and ending points. After inserting editing, the previous picture and sound will be erased. Connection is the same as on page 59. In recording and recording pause mode, DV IN/OUT jack automatically works as input jack. You can only [...]

62 LINE OUT LR You can record an audio sound to add to the original sound on a tape by connecting audio equipment or a microphone. If you connect the audio equipment, you can add a sound on your recorded tape by specifying starting and ending points. The original sound will not be erased. Note You can check the recorded picture and sound connecting[...]

63 Advanced operations Notes on audio dubbing • A new sound cannot be recorded on a tape already recorded in the 16-bit mode (32 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz). • When an external microphone is not connected, the recording will be made through the built-in microphone of the camcorder. • A new sound cannot be recorded on a tape already recorded in t[...]

64 Additional information Usable cassettes and playback modes Selecting cassette types You can use the mini DV cassette only. You cannot use any other DV, h 8 mm, H Hi8, j VHS, k S-VHS,  VHSC, K S-VHSC or l Betamax cassette. We recommend mini DV cassette with cassette memory. There are two types of mini DV cassettes: with cassette memory and wit[...]

65 Additional information Charging the vanadium-lithium battery in the camcor der Your camcorder is supplied with a vanadium-lithium battery installed so as to retain the date and time, etc., regardless of the setting of the POWER switch. The vanadium- lithium battery is always charged as long as you are using the camcorder. The battery, however, w[...]

66 Resetting the date and time The date and time are set at the factory. Set the time according to the local time in your country. If you do not use the camcorder for about half year, the date and time settings may be released (bars may appear) because the vanadium-lithium battery installed in the camcorder will have been discharged. In this case, [...]

67 Additional information Tips for using the battery pack This section shows you how you can get the most out of your battery pack. Preparing the battery pack Always carry additional batteries Have sufficient battery pack power to do 2 to 3 times as much recording as you have planned. Battery life is shorter in a cold environment Battery efficiency[...]

68 Tips for using the battery pack Notes on the rechargeable battery pack Caution Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 60 ° C (140 ° F), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight. The battery pack heats up During charging or recording, the battery pack heats up. This is caused by energy that has been generated and [...]

69 Additional information Tips for using the battery pack Notes on the “InfoLITHIUM” Battery Pack What is the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium battery pack which can exchange data with compatible video equipment about its battery consumption. When you use this battery pack with video equipment havin[...]

70 Notes on charging A brand-new battery pack A brand-new battery pack is not charged. Before using the battery pack, charge it completely. Recharge the battery pack whenever you like You do not have to discharge it before recharging. If you charged the battery pack fully but you did not use it for a long time, it becomes discharged. Then recharge [...]

71 Additional information [a] [b] Maintenance information and pr ecautions Moisture condensation If the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside the camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or the camcorder may no[...]

72 Maintenance information and precautions Note If the DVM12CL cleaning cassette (not supplied) is not available in your area, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Precautions Camcorder operation • Operate the camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC power adaptor). • Should any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug the camcor[...]

73 Additional information AC power adaptor Charging • Use only an “InfoLITHIUM” type battery pack. • Place the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration during charging. • The battery pack will get hot during charging. This is normal. Others • Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when not in use for a long time. To disconnect the[...]

74 Using your camcorder abr oad Each country or area has its own electric and TV color systems. Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following points. Power sources You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC power adaptor within 110 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Difference in color systems This camcorder is a NTSC sy[...]

75 Additional information If you run into any problem using the camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. Should the difficulty persist, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Camcorder Power Symptom The power is not on. The power goes off. The battery pack is quickl[...]

76 Operation Symptom The tape does not move when a tape transport button is pressed. No sound or only a low sound is heard when playing back a tape. The new sound added to the recorded tape is not heard. The SteadyShot function does not activate. Recording stops in a few seconds. The autofocus function does not activate. The fader function does not[...]

77 Additional information Operation Symptom The title search function does not work. indicator does not appear when using a tape with cassette memory. The Date Search, Title Search, or End Search does not work correctly. Picture Symptom The image on the viewfinder screen is not clear. A vertical band appears when a subject such as lights or a candl[...]

78 Others Symptom While editing using the DV connecting cable, recording picture cannot be monitored. The camcorder becomes warm. The supplied Remote Commander does not work. No function works though the power is on. AC power adaptor Symptom The VTR/CAMERA or CHARGE lamp does not light. The CHARGE lamp flashes. Cause and/or corrective actions • R[...]

79 Additional information When the CHARGE lamp flashes Check through the following chart. Trouble check When the CHARGE lamp flashes again Install another battery pack. When the CHARGE lamp flashes again The problem is with the AC power adaptor. Please contact your nearest Sony dealer in connection with the product with the problem. When the CHARGE[...]

80 Five-digit display C:21: ππ C:22: ππ C:31: ππ C:32: ππ E:61: ππ E:62: ππ C : 21: 00 STBY 40min 40min Cause and/or corrective actions • Moisture condensation has occurred. m Remove the cassette and leave the camcorder for at least 1 hour. (p. 71) • The video heads are dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony DVM12CL cleaning casset[...]

81 Additional information Specifications Video camera recorder System Video recording system Two rotary heads, Helical scanning system Audio recording system Rotary heads, PCM system Quantization: 12bits (Fs 32kHz, stereo 1, stereo 2), 16bits (Fs 48kHz, stereo) Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette Mini DV cassette with logo printe[...]

82 Identifying the parts 7 2 1 3 4 5 6 FADER BACK LIGHT EXPOSURE FOCUS [a] [b] 1 Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 12) 2 RESET button (p. 78) 3 Control dial (p. 23) 4 PHOTO button (p. 29) 5 START/STOP button (p. 11) 6 POWER switch (p. 11, 19) 7 Operation buttons [ a ] When the POWER switch is set to VTR 0 (rewind) button (p. 19) ) (fastforward) [...]

83 Additional information Identifying the parts 8 9 0 !™ !¡ !§ !¶ !∞ !¢ !£ 8 LCD Screen (p. 15, 19) 9 VOL (volume) button (p. 19) 0 OPEN button (p. 19) !¡ DISPLAY button (p. 19) !™ END SEARCH button (p. 21) !£ Viewfinder (p. 12) !¢ TITLE button (p. 39, 42) !∞ START/STOP MODE switch (p. 14) !§ MENU button (p. 23) !¶ OPEN (BATT) rel[...]

84 Identifying the parts !ª @º @¢ @£ @¡ !• @™ @∞ !• Cassette compartment (p. 10) !ª Hook for shoulder strap @º Power zoom switch (p. 13) @¡ 2 headphones jack (p. 20) @™ EJECT switch (p. 10) @£ Cassette lid (p. 10) @¢ Grip strap (p. 17) @∞ Recording/battery lamp 1 2 Attaching the shoulder strap Attach the supplied shoulder stra[...]

85 Additional information Identifying the parts #£ #º #¡ #™ @§ @ª @• @¶ @§ Hook for shoulder strap (p. 84) @¶ LANC l control jack l stands for Local Application Control Bus System. The l control jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video equipment and peripherals connected to it. This jack has the same function as the jack[...]

86 Identifying the parts #§ #∞ #¶ #• #¢ #¢ LASER LINK button (p. 49) #∞ Laser Link emitter (p. 49) #§ Microphone #¶ Speaker #• Remote sensor (p. 87) To watch the demonstration You can watch a brief demonstration of pictures with special effects. If the demonstration appears when you turn on the camcorder for the first time, exit the d[...]

87 Additional information Remote Commander The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the camcorder function identically. 1 PHOTO button (p. 29) 2 DISPLAY button (p. 19) 3 SEARCH MODE button (p. 50, 53, 54) 4 = / + buttons (p. 50, 53, 54) 5 Tape transport buttons (p. 19) 6 REC button (p. 61) 7 AUDIO DUB button (p. 63) 8 DATA [...]

88 Note on battery life The batteries for the Remote Commander last about 6 months under normal operation. When the batteries become weak or dead, the Remote Commander does not work. To avoid damage from possible battery leakage Remove the batteries when you will not use the Remote Commander for a long time. Remote control direction Aim the Remote [...]

89 Additional information Identifying the Parts Operation indicators 0 : 1 2 : 3 4 M FADER SOLARIZE 16:9WIDE STBY 50min W 40min ZERO SET 16BIT VOL MEMORY END SEARCH PHOTO REC T DV IN 3 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 !¡ !º !™ !£ !¶ !∞ !¢ !§ @™ @¡ @º !ª !• 1 Mirror mode indicator (p. 16) 2 Zoom indicator (p. 13) /Exposure indicator (p. 38) 3 Manual[...]

90 W ar ning indicators 1 The battery is weak or dead. Slow flashing: The battery is weak. Fast flashing: The battery is dead. Depending on conditions, the i indicator may flash, even if there are 5 to 10 minutes remaining. 2 The tape is near the end. The flashing is slow. 3 The tape has run out. The flashing becomes rapid. 4 No tape has been inser[...]

91 I, J, K, L InfoLITHIUM .......................... 69 LASER LINK ........................... 49 LCD BRIGHT .................... 15, 24 LP mode ................................... 12 i .LINK ...................................... 85 M, N Manual focus ........................... 34 Menu system ........................... 23 Mirror mode ............[...]

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