Sony CCD-TRV14E manual

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    CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R  1997 by Sony Corporation CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E h V ideo Camera Recor der 3-859-266- 12 (1) Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. àÌÒÚ Û͈Ëfl ÔÓ ˝ÍÒÔÎÛ‡Ú‡ˆËË è ‰ ̇˜‡ÎÓÏ ˝ÍÒÔÎÛ‡Ú?[...]

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    2 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R English Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam Vision  camcorder. With your 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 wi[...]

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    3 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Before you begin è ‰ ̇˜‡ÎÓÏ ‡·Ó ˚ Before you begin Using this manual .................................................. 4 Checking supplied accessories ............................ 6 Getting started Charging and installing the battery pack .......... 7 Inserting a cassette ..............[...]

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    4 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R éÔÚ˘Â- ÒÍËÈ Ú ‡ÌÒ- ÙÓ͇ÚÓ 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-TRV24E is the model used for illustration purposes. Oth[...]

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    5 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Before you begin è ‰ ̇˜‡ÎÓÏ ‡·Ó ˚ Precautions on camcorder care • The LCD screen and/or colour viewfinder are manufactured using high-precision technology. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue or green in colour) that constantly appear in the vie[...]

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    6 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. Checking supplied accessories 12 3 45 6 7 Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, video tape, etc. è Ó‚Â ¸Ú ̇΢ˠÒÎÂ‰Û˛˘Ëı Ô[...]

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    7 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Getting started èÓ‰„ÓÚӂ͇ Í Ì‡˜‡ÎÛ ‡·ÓÚ˚ 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. Charging the battery pack Charge th[...]

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    8 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R While playing back on LCD 3) Battery life (in minutes) CCD-TRV14E Charging and installing the battery pack ᇠfl‰Í‡ Ë ÛÒÚ‡Ìӂ͇ ·‡Ú‡ ÂÈÌÓ„Ó ·ÎÓ͇ While recording 1) LCD close Battery pack NP-33 (supplied) 80 (45) 100 (55) 75 NP-55H 95 (50) 120 (65) 90 NP-C65/67 135 (75[...]

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    9 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Getting started èÓ‰„ÓÚӂ͇ Í Ì‡˜‡ÎÛ ‡·ÓÚ˚ Notes on charging the battery pack • The POWER lamp will remain lit for a while even if the battery pack is removed and the mains lead is unplugged after charging the battery pack. This is normal. • If the POWER lamp does not light, se[...]

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    10 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Make sure that a power source is installed. (1) While pressing the small blue button, slide EJECT in the direction of the arrow. The cassette compartment automatically opens. (2) Insert a cassette (not supplied) with the window facing out. (3) Press the PUSH mark on the cassette compartment to close it. The [...]

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    11 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Basic operations éÒÌÓ‚Ì˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËË Make sure that a power source and a cassette is inserted and that the START/STOP MODE switch inside the LCD panel is set to . When you use the camcorder for the first time, power on it and reset the date and time to your time (p. 55) before you start record[...]

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    12 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R ÑÎfl ‚ ÂÏÂÌÌÓÈ ÓÒÚ‡ÌÓ‚ÍË Á‡ÔËÒË [a] ç‡ÊÏËÚ ÓÔflÚ¸ START/STOP. Ç ‚ˉÓËÒ͇ÚÂΠË̉Ë͇ÚÓ “REC” ËÁÏÂÌËÚÒfl ̇ Ë̉Ë͇ÚÓ “STBY” ( ÂÊËÏ „ÓÚÓ‚ÌÓÒÚË ). ÑÎfl ÓÍÓ̘‡ÌËfl Á‡ÔËÒË [b] ç?[...]

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    13 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Basic operations éÒÌÓ‚Ì˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËË To focus the viewfinder lens If the viewfinder is not in focus at all or when you use the camcorder after someone else has used it, focus the viewfinder lens. Turn the viewfinder lens adjustment ring so that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp [...]

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    14 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Note on the AUTO DATE feature The clock is set at the factory to Sydney time for Australia and New Zealand models, to Tokyo time for the models sold in Japan and to Hong Kong time for other models. You can reset the clock in the menu system. The AUTO DATE feature shows the date automatically once a day. Howe[...]

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    15 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Basic operations éÒÌÓ‚Ì˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËË Zooming speed (Variable speed zooming) Turn the power zoom lever fully for a high- speed zoom. Turn it lightly for a relatively slow zoom. When you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoom If you cannot get a sharp focus while in extreme telephoto zoom, move [...]

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    16 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R 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 PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) Adjust the angle of the LCD pa[...]

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    17 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Basic operations éÒÌÓ‚Ì˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËË 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 [...]

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    18 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R 1 2 3 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 [...]

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    19 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Basic operations éÒÌÓ‚Ì˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËË 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, m[...]

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    20 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Using EDITSEARCH, you can review the last recorded scene or check the recorded picture in the viewfinder. You can also review the picture 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 – ( Œ ) side of EDITSEARCH moment[...]

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    21 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Basic operations éÒÌÓ‚Ì˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËË 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 if the tape was recorded in SP mode, or 10 seconds if the tape was recorded in LP mode,[...]

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    22 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to PLAYER. (2) Insert the recorded tape with the window facing out. (3) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. Adjust the angle of the LCD panel or the brightness of the LCD sc[...]

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    23 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Basic operations éÒÌÓ‚Ì˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËË When watching 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 panel up to 30 degrees [b] . Using the Remote Commander You can control playback using th[...]

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    24 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Various playback modes To view a still picture (playback pause) Press P during playback. To resume playback, press P or · . 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 re[...]

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    25 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Basic operations éÒÌÓ‚Ì˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËË 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. Th[...]

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    26 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Accessory to be used Supplied AC power adaptor Battery pack (Ni- Cd type ) Sony DC pack DCP-77 Power source Mains Battery pack 12 V or 24 V car battery You can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack, the mains, and 12/24 V car battery. Choose the appropriate power source d[...]

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    27 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Advanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËË àÒÔÓθÁÓ‚‡ÌË ˝ÎÂÍÚ Ë˜ÂÒÍÓÈ ÒÂÚË ÑÎfl ËÒÔÓθÁÓ‚‡ÌËfl Ô Ë·„‡ÂÏÓ„Ó ÒÂÚÂ‚Ó„Ó ‡‰‡ÔÚ ‡ Ô ÂÏ. ÚÓ͇: (1) èÓ‰ÒÓ‰ËÌËÚ ÒÂÚÂ[...]

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    28 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Notes on the POWER lamp • The POWER lamp will remain lit for a while even if the unit is unplugged after use. This is normal. • If the POWER lamp does not light, set the selector to VTR (DC OUT) and disconnect the mains lead. After about one minute, reconnect the mains lead. To remove the adaptor The ada[...]

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    29 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Advanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËË Changing the mode settings You can change the mode settings to further enjoy the features and functions of the camcorder. (1) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. (3) Turn the control d[...]

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    30 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Selecting the mode setting of each item Items for both CAMERA and PLAYER modes COMMANDER <ON/OFF> • Select ON when using the supplied Remote Commander for the camcorder. • Select OFF when not using the Remote Commander. BEEP* <ON/OFF> • Select ON so that beeps sound when you start/ stop rec[...]

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    31 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Advanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËË ãÄåèéóäÄ Ñãü áÄèàëà REC LAMP* <ON/ OFF> • Ç˚·Â ËÚ OFF, ÂÒÎË Ç˚ Ì ıÓÚËÚÂ, ˜ÚÓ·˚ ‚˚҂˜˂‡Î‡Ò¸ ·ÏÔӘ͇ Á‡ÔËÒË/·‡Ú‡ ÂË ‚ˉÂÓ͇[...]

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    32 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Before you start recording or during recording, press DATE or TIME inside the LCD panel. You can record the date or time displayed on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder with the picture. You cannot record the date and time at the same time. Except for the date or time indicator, no indicator is recorded. Th[...]

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    33 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Advanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËË 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 PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) Set START/STOP MODE to the desi[...]

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    34 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R 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, press F[...]

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    35 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Advanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËË Fade-in and fade-out ǂ‰ÂÌËÂ Ë ‚˚‚‰ÂÌË ËÁÓ· ‡ÊÂÌËfl To cancel the fade-in/fade-out function Before pressing START/STOP, press FADER to turn off the FADER indicator. When the date/time or title [...]

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    36 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Enjoying picture effect Selecting picture effect You can make pictures like those of television with the Picture Effect function. MOSAIC [a] The picture is mosaic. SOLARIZE [b] The light intensity is more clear, and the picture looks like a painting. B&W The picture is monochrome (black and white). SEPIA[...]

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    37 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Advanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËË Using picture effect function (1) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press PICTURE EFFECT to select the desired Picture Effect mode. Returning to normal mode Press PICTURE EFF[...]

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    38 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Using the wide mode function àÒÔÓθÁÓ‚‡ÌË ÙÛÌ͈ËË ¯Ë ÓÍÓÙÓ Ï‡ÚÌÓ„Ó ÂÊËχ – CCD-TRV24E only Selecting the desired mode You can record a cinemalike picture (CINEMA) or a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide- screen TV (16:9FULL). CINEMA Black bands appear a[...]

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    39 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Advanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËË Using the wide mode function Using the wide mode function (1) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press WIDE repeatedly so that the desired mode indicator appears. To cancel wi[...]

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    40 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Focusing manually 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 thro[...]

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    41 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Advanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËË Focusing manually When focusing manually, first focus in telephoto before recording, and then reset the shot length. (1) Set FOCUS to MANUAL. The f indicator appears. (2) Turn the focus dial to focus on the subject. Turn to the NE[...]

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    42 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Using the PROGRAM AE function You can select from three PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shooting situation. When you use PROGRAM AE, you can capture high-speed action or night views. Selecting the best mode Select the best mode by using the following examples. å Sports mode • Outdoor sports [...]

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    43 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Advanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËË Using the PROGRAM AE function Using the PROGRAM AE function While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press PROGRAM AE until the desired PROGRAM AE indicator appears. àÒÔÓθÁÓ‚‡ÌË ÙÛÌ͈ËË PROGRAM AE Ç ÚÓ ?[...]

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    44 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R 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 in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. [a] Subject is too dark because of backlight. [b] Subject becomes bright with backlight compen[...]

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    45 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Advanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËË Releasing the STEADY SHOT function – CCD-TRV24E only When you shoot, the Ó indicator appears. This indicates that the SteadyShot function is working and the camcorder compensates for camera-shake. You can release the SteadyShot[...]

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    46 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R You can select from eight preset titles and two titles you made to superimpose it on the picture during recording. Each time you press TITLE, the preset titles appear one by one. To superimpose from the beginning (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Turn STANDBY up. (3) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the [...]

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    47 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Advanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËË Superimposing a title Titles cycle as follows Original title 1 n Original title 2 n HELLO! n HAPPY BIRTHDAY n HAPPY HOLIDAYS n CONGRATULATIONS! n OUR SWEET BABY n WEDDING n VACATION n THE END When you press TITLE with “THE END?[...]

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    48 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Making your own titles You can make two titles of up to 22 characters each, and store them in memory. We recommend to eject the cassette before you begin so that the power is not turned off on the way. (1) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU to[...]

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    49 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Advanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËË Making your own titles To erase the title you have made Press MENU, select the title you want to erase, and press the dial. Select ↵ at the leftmost character, then press the dial. Do not select the blank to erase a character. O[...]

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    50 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R AUDIO IN VIDEO IN VCR TV VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT 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 mains for the power source. While playing back on a TV screen, close the LC[...]

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    51 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Advanced operations ìÒÓ‚Â ¯ÂÌÒÚ‚Ó‚‡ÌÌ˚ ÓÔ ‡ˆËË Watching on a TV screen If you connect directly to TV Connect the camcorder to the inputs on the TV by using the supplied A/V connecting cable. Set the TV/VCR selector on the TV to VCR. To connect to a VCR or TV without Video/Audi[...]

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    52 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Editing onto another tape You can create your own video programme by editing with any other h 8 mm, H Hi8, j VHS, k S-VHS,  VHSC, K S-VHSC, or l Betamax VCR that has video/audio inputs. Turn down the volume of the camcorder while editing. Otherwise, picture distortion may occur. After connecting the camco[...]

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    53 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËfl Your camcorder is supplied with a lithium battery installed. When the battery becomes weak or dead, the I indicator flashes in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen for about 5 seconds when you set the POWER switch to CAMERA. In this c[...]

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    54 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Changing the lithium battery When replacing the lithium battery, keep the battery pack or other power source attached. Otherwise, you will need to reset the date and time . (1) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) Open the lid of the lithium battery compartment. (3) Push the battery in once and [...]

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    55 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËfl You can reset the date and time in the menu system. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. (3) Press MENU to display the menu. (4) Turn the control dial to select CLOCK SET, then press t[...]

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    56 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R To correct the date and time setting Repeat steps 5 and 6. To check the date and time Press DATE to display the date indicator. Press TIME to display the time indicator. When you press the same button again, the indicator goes out. The year indicator changes as follows: Note on the time indicator The interna[...]

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    57 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËfl 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 reco[...]

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    58 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R When to replace the battery While you are using your camcorder, the remaining battery indicator decreases gradually as battery power is used up. When the remaining battery indicator reaches the lowest point, the i indicator appears and starts flashing. When the i indicator changes from slow flashing to rapid[...]

  • Page 59

    59 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËfl Tips for using the battery pack The battery heats up During charging or recording, the battery pack heats up. This is caused by energy that has been generated and a chemical change that has occurred inside the battery pack. This is n[...]

  • Page 60

    60 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Tips for using the battery pack Notes on charging A brand-new battery A brand-new battery pack is not charged. Before using the battery pack, charge it completely. After long storage Recharge the battery pack after a long period of storage. If the battery pack is charged fully but not used for a long time (a[...]

  • Page 61

    61 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËfl 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 co[...]

  • Page 62

    62 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R [a] [b] Maintenance information and precautions Video head cleaning To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. When v appears in CAMERA mode or playback pictures are “noisy” or hardly visible, the video heads may be dirty. [a] Slightly dirty [b] Dirty If this happens, clean the[...]

  • Page 63

    63 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËfl Maintenance information and precautions Removing dust from inside the viewfinder (1) Remove the screw with a screwdriver (not supplied). Then, while sliding the RELEASE knob, turn the eyecup in the direction of the arrow and pull it [...]

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    64 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Maintenance information and precautions Precautions Camcorder operation • Operate the camcorder using 6.0 V (battery pack), or 7.5 V (AC power adaptor). • For DC or AC operation, use only the recommended accessories. • Should any solid object or liquid fall into the casing, unplug the camcorder and hav[...]

  • Page 65

    65 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËfl • If there are fingerprints on the LCD screen, remove them using an LCD cleaning kit (not supplied). • Clean the camcorder body with a soft dry cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use a[...]

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    66 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Maintenance information and precautions • The unit becomes warm while in use. This is normal. • Do not place the unit in locations that are: – Extremely hot or cold – Dusty or dirty – Very humid – Vibrating Notes on the dry batteries To avoid possible damage from battery leakage or corrosion, obs[...]

  • Page 67

    67 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËfl Each country or area has its own electricity and TV colour 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 wi[...]

  • Page 68

    68 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R English T rouble check The power is not on. The power goes off. 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 Po[...]

  • Page 69

    69 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËfl A vertical band appears when a subject such as lights or a candle flame is shot against a dark background. The image on the viewfinder screen is not clear. Trouble check The date or time indicator disappears. The End Search function [...]

  • Page 70

    70 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Trouble check Others Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • COMMANDER is set to OFF. m Set it to ON in the menu system. (p. 29) • Something is blocking the infrared rays. m Remove the obstacle. • The battery is not inserted with the correct polarity. m Insert the battery with the correct polarity. ([...]

  • Page 71

    71 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËfl Remove the battery pack from the AC power adaptor. Then install the same battery pack again. When the CHARGE lamp flashes again Install another battery pack. When the CHARGE lamp does not flash again If the CHARGE lamp lights up and [...]

  • Page 72

    72 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R êÛÒÒÍËÈ è ӂ ͇ ÌÂËÒÔ ‡‚ÌÓÒÚÂÈ ç ‚Íβ˜‡ÂÚÒfl ÔËÚ‡ÌËÂ. åË„‡ÂÚ Ë̉Ë͇ÚÓ ‰‡Ú˚ ËÎË ‚ ÂÏÂÌË. ç ÙÛÌ͈ËÓÌË ÛÂÚ ÍÌÓÔ͇ START/STOP. Ňڇ ÂÈÌ˚È ·ÎÓÍ ·˚ÒÚ Ó ‡Á flʇÂÚÒfl. Ç˚ÍÎ[...]

  • Page 73

    73 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËfl èÓfl‚ÎflÂÚÒfl ‚ ÚË͇θ̇fl ÔÓÎÓÒ‡, ÂÒÎË Ú‡ÍË ӷ˙ÂÍÚ˚, Í‡Í Ò‚ÂÚ ËÎË Ô·Ïfl Ò‚Â˜Ë ÒÌËχ˛ÚÒfl ̇ ÚÂÏÌÓÏ ÙÓÌÂ. àÁÓ· ‡ÊÂÌË ̇[...]

  • Page 74

    74 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R è ӂ ͇ ÌÂËÒÔ ‡‚ÌÓÒÚÂÈ è ËÁÌ‡Í è ˘Ë̇ Ë/ËÎË ‰ÂÈÒÚ‚Ëfl ÔÓ ÛÒÚ ‡ÌÂÌ˲ • ÖÒÎË Ô Ó¯ÎÓ 10 ÏËÌÛÚ ÔÓÒΠÚÓ„Ó, Í‡Í Ç˚ ÛÒÚ‡ÌÓ‚ËÎË Ô ÂÍβ˜‡ÚÂθ POWER ‚ ÔÓÎÓÊÂÌË CAMERA, Ì ‚ÒÚ‡[...]

  • Page 75

    75 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËfl è ӂ ͇ ÌÂËÒÔ ‡‚ÌÓÒÚÂÈ ëÂÚ‚ÓÈ ‡‰‡ÔÚ Ô ÂÏÌÂÌÌÓ„Ó ÚÓ͇ åË„‡ÂÚ Î‡ÏÔӘ͇ CHARGE. ã‡ÏÔӘ͇ POWER Ì „Ó ËÚ. è ËÁÌ‡Í è ˘Ë̇ Ë/Ë[...]

  • Page 76

    76 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Video camera recorder System Video recording system Two rotary heads, Helical scanning, FM system Audio recording system Rotary heads, FM system Video signal PAL colour, CCIR standards Usable cassette 8 mm video format cassette (standard 8 mm) Recording/Playback time SP mode: 1 hour and 30 minutes (P5-90) LP[...]

  • Page 77

    77 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËfl ÇˉÂÓ͇Ï ‡ ëËÒÚÂχ ëËÒÚÂχ ‚ˉÂÓÁ‡ÔËÒË Ñ‚Â ‚ ‡˘‡˛˘ËÂÒfl „ÓÎÓ‚ÍË, ̇ÍÎÓÌÌÓ-ÒÚ Ó˜Ì‡fl ‡Á‚ Ú͇, ÒËÒÚÂχ óå ëËÒÚÂχ ‡Û[...]

  • Page 78

    78 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Identifying the parts REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE 1 8 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 !º !¡ !™ !£ !¢ 1 Tape transport buttons (p. 22, 24) π STOP 0 REW (rewind) · PLAY (playback) ) FF (fast forward) P PAUSE These buttons will function in PLAYER mode. 2 EDITSEARCH button (p. 20) 3 Accessory shoe 4 Lens cover 5 Recording lamp[...]

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    79 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËfl Identifying the parts !∞ TIME button (p. 32) !§ DATE button (p. 32) !¶ Speaker !• Recording lamp !ª Lithium battery compartment (p. 54) @º LCD screen (p. 16, 17, 22, 85) @¡ WIDE button (p. 39) (CCD-TRV24E only) @™ TITLE bu[...]

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    80 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Identifying the parts #º POWER switch (p. 11, 22) #¡ PUSH OPEN button (p. 16, 17, 22) #™ LCD panel (p. 16, 17, 22) #£ Display window (p. 86) #¢ PROGRAM AE button (p. 43) #∞ VOLUME button (p. 22) #§ Eyecup (p. 63) #¶ BRIGHT button (p. 16) #• STANDBY switch (p. 11) #ª START/STOP button (p. 11) $º[...]

  • Page 81

    81 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËfl $¢ $ª %¡ %™ %£ %¢ $∞ $§ $¶ $• %º Identifying the parts $¢ Eyecup release knob (p. 63) $∞ EJECT knob (p. 10) $§ Hooks for shoulder strap (p. 82) $¶ Battery mounting surface (p. 9) $• Grip strap (p. 18) $ª Cassett[...]

  • Page 82

    82 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Identifying the parts éÔÓÁ̇‚‡ÌË ‰ÂÚ‡ÎÂÈ Attaching the shoulder strap Attach the supplied shoulder strap to the hooks for the shoulder strap $§ . è ËÍ ÂÔÎÂÌË ÔÎÂ˜Â‚Ó„Ó ÂÏÌfl è ËÍ ÂÔËÚÂ Ô Ë·„‡ÂÏ˚È ÔΘ‚ÓÈ ÂÏÂ̸ Í Í ˛˜?[...]

  • Page 83

    83 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËfl To prepare the Remote Commander Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching the + and – on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment. Identifying the parts éÔÓÁ̇‚‡ÌË ‰ÂÚ‡ÎÂÈ ÑÎfl ÔÓ[...]

  • Page 84

    84 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Identifying the parts Notes on the Remote Commander • Keep the remote sensor away from strong light sources such as direct sunlight or illumination. Otherwise, the remote control may not be effective. • Be sure that there is no obstacle between the remote sensor on the camcorder and the Remote Commander.[...]

  • Page 85

    85 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËfl W T FADER CINEMA MOSAIC BRT STBY END SEARCH AUTO DATE 0:00:00 4 7 1997 !™ 1 !£ !¢ !∞ !§ !¶ !• !ª @º @¡ 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 !º !¡ Identifying the parts Operation indicators In the viewfinder and on the LCD screen 1 Power zo[...]

  • Page 86

    86 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Identifying the parts !§ 5SEC recording indicator (p. 33) !¶ END SEARCH indicator (p. 25) !• Warning indicators (p. 87) !ª Remaining battery indicator (p. 58) @º AUTO DATE indicator (p. 11) @¡ Date or Time (p. 32) In the display window 1 Warning indicators (p. 87) 2 Recording mode indicator (SP/LP) (p[...]

  • Page 87

    87 CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Additional information ÑÓÔÓÎÌËÚÂθ̇fl ËÌÙÓ Ï‡ˆËfl W ar ning indicators The warning indicators and the recording lamp flash to inform you of the following situations. The illustrations below are the warning indicators of the viewfinder and the LCD screen. The same indicators flash al[...]

  • Page 88

    CCD-TRV14E/TRV24E 3-859-266-12(1).E/R Index A Adjusting viewfinder ........... 13 ANTI GROUND SHOOTING 33 AUTO DATE .......................... 14 B BACK LIGHT ......................... 44 BEEP .................................. 13, 30 C Camera recording ................. 11 Car battery .............................. 28 Charging battery ............[...]