Sony CCD-TRV26E manual

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    3-865-336- 13 (1) Video Camera Recor der Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ©1998 by Sony Corporation CCD-TRV36E/TRV46E CCD-TRV46E Инструкция по эксплуатации Перед эксплуатацией аппарата внимательно п[...]

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    2 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 will soon be producing home video that you[...]

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    3 Before you begin / Перед началом эксплуатации T able of contents English Before you begin Using this manual ................................................... 5 Checking supplied accessories ............................. 7 Getting started Installing and charging the battery pack ............ 8 Inserting a cassette .......[...]

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    4 Оглавление Русский Перед началом эксплуатации Использование данного руководства ........... 5 Проверка прилагаемых принадлежностей ... 7 Подготовка к эксплуатации Установка и зарядка батарейно?[...]

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    5 Before you begin / Перед началом эксплуатации Before you begin The instructions in this manual are for the four 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-TRV46E is the model used for illustration purposes. Ot[...]

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    6 Using this manual [a] [b] Note on TV colour systems TV colour systems differ from country to country. To view your recordings on a TV, you need a PAL system-based TV. Precaution on copyright Television programmes, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision [...]

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    7 Before you begin / Перед началом эксплуатации Checking supplied accessories 1 2 3 4 56 Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 98) CCD-TRV27E/TRV36E/TRV46E only 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Mains lead (1) (p. 9, 31) 3 NP-F330 battery pack (1) ([...]

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    8 Before using your camcorder, you first need to install and charge the battery pack. This camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L series). “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Installing the battery pack Install the battery pack in the direction of the $ mark on the battery pack. Slide the battery pack d[...]

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    9 Getting started / Подготовка к эксплуатации Installing and charging the battery pack Charging the battery pack Charge the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration. The battery pack is charged a little in the factory. ( 1 ) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the supplied AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack with the[...]

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    10 Installing and charging the battery pack Notes • “– – – min” appears in the display window until the camcorder calculates remaining battery time. •Remaining battery time indication in the display window roughly indicates the recording time with the viewfinder. Use it as a guide. It may differ from the actual recording time. • If [...]

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    11 Getting started / Подготовка к эксплуатации 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-TRV26E/TRV27E/TRV36E Battery Continuous Typical Playing pack (NP-) recording recording tim[...]

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    12 CCD-TRV46E Battery Continuous Typical Playing pack (NP-) recording recording time on time* time** LCD F330 125 (110) 65 (55) (supplied) 100 (90) 55 (45) 100 (90) F530 215 (190) 110 (100) 165 (150) 90 (80) 165 (150) F550 250 (220) 130 (115) 200 (180) 110 (95) 200 (180) F730 430 (385) 225 (200) 335 (300) 185 (165) 335 (300) F750 510 (460) 270 (240[...]

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    13 Getting started / Подготовка к эксплуатации To remove the battery pack While pressing BATT RELEASE, slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow. Installing and charging the battery pack You can look at the demonstration of the functions available with this camcorder (p. 35). Для снятия батарейно?[...]

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    14 Make sure that the power source is installed. When you want to record in the Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassette H (CCD-TRV36E/TRV46E only). ( 1 ) While pressing the small blue button on the EJECT switch, slide it in the direction of the arrow. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens. ( 2 ) Insert a cassette with the window faci[...]

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    15 Basic operations / Основные операции Basic operations Camera recor ding 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 one-time events, you may want to make a trial recording to make sure that the camcorder is working c[...]

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    16 L O C K START/STOP S T A N D B Y START/STOP L O C K S T A N D B Y STBY 0:35:20 L O C K START/STOP S T A N D B Y 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. Th[...]

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    17 Basic operations / Основные операции 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. Passing the tape lead will ensure that you will not miss any start-up scenes when you play back the tape. Notes on the tape counter • The t[...]

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    18 T W T W [a] [b] Camera recording 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. Y[...]

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    19 Basic operations / Основные операции Selecting the START/STOP mode Your camcorder has three modes. 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 wh[...]

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    20 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 degre[...]

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    21 Basic operations / Основные операции 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 [...]

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    22 Hints for better shooting [a] [b] 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 [...]

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    23 Basic operations / Основные операции Hints for better shooting 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 th[...]

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    24 Checking the r ecorded pictur e 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[...]

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    25 Basic operations / Основные операции 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 t[...]

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    26 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 PLAYER. ( 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[...]

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    27 Basic operations / Основные операции 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 ] . Using the remote commander – CCD-TRV27E/TRV36E/TRV46E only You[...]

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    28 Note on the lens cover The lens cover does not open when the POWER switch is set to PLAYER. 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) [...]

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    29 Basic operations / Основные операции 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 b[...]

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    30 Advanced operations Using alter native power sour ces 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 depending on where you want to use your camcorder. Place Power source Accessory to be used Indoors Outdoors In the car Notes on power sour[...]

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    31 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции Using the mains ( 1 ) Open the DC IN jack cover, and connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack on the camcorder. ( 2 ) Connect the mains lead to the AC power adaptor. ( 3 ) Connect the mains lead to the mains. WARNING The mains lead must only be changed at a quali[...]

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    32 Changing the mode settings 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. ( 2 ) Turn the control dial to select the desired icon in the left side of the menu, then press the dial to set. ( 3 ) Turn the control dial to select the desired item,[...]

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    33 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции Note on the menu display Depending on the model of your camcorder, the menu display may be different from that in this illustration. Notes on changing the mode setting • Menu items differ depending on the setting of the POWER switch to PLAYER or CAMERA. • When you [...]

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    34 Changing the mode settings LTR SIZE* <NORMAL/2x> • Normally select NORMAL. • Select 2x to display selected menu item by twice size of normal. BEEP* <ON/OFF> • Select ON so that beeps sound when you start/ stop recording, etc. • Select OFF when you do not want to hear the beep sound. COMMANDER <ON/OFF> (CCD-TRV27E/ TRV36[...]

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    35 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции REC MODE* <SP/LP> • Select SP when recording in SP (standard play) mode. • Select LP when recording in LP (long play) mode. When a tape recorded on this camcorder in LP mode is played back on other types of 8 mm camcorders or VCRs, the playback quality may no[...]

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    36 Changing the mode settings To look at the demonstration at once Eject the cassette, if inserted. Select ON of DEMO MODE and erase the menu display. The demonstration will begin. When you turn off the camcorder once, DEMO MODE automatically returns to STBY. WORLD TIME* Select this item to set the clock by a time difference. REC LAMP* <ON/OFF&g[...]

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    37 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции Shooting with backlighting 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 b[...]

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    38 Selecting the fader function You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. When the picture fades in, the sound gradually increases. When the picture fades out, the sound gradually decreases. Using the F ADER function FADER M.FADER (mosaic)/ (мозаика) BOUNCE (FADE IN only)/ (Только ВВЕДЕНИЕ ИЗО?[...]

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    39 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции Using the fader function When fading in [a] ( 1 ) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press FADER until the desired fade indicator flashes. ( 2 ) Press START/STOP to start recording. The fade indicator stops flashing. When fading out [b] ( 1 ) During recording, pre[...]

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    40 Note on the BOUNCE function When you use the following functions, “BOUNCE” indicator does not appear. – Wide mode – Functions using the PICTURE EFFECT button – Functions using the PROGRAM AE button To cancel the fader function Before pressing START/STOP, press FADER until the indicator disappears. When the date, time or title is displa[...]

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    41 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции The NightShot function enables you to shoot a subject in a dark place. You can achieve a satisfactory recording of the ecology of nocturnal animals for observation with this function. ( 1 ) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON. ( 2 ) Press STAR[...]

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    42 Notes on the NightShot • Do not use the NightShot function in bright places (ex. outdoors). This may cause your camcorder to malfunction. • The following functions are not operable when using the NightShot function. – PROGRAM AE – Exposure • When you keep setting NIGHTSHOT to ON in normal recording, picture may be recorded in incorrect[...]

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    43 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции [b] CINEMA [a] [c] [e] [f] CINEMA 16:9 FULL 16:9 FULL [d] 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 (16:9 FULL). CINEMA Black bands appear at the top and the bottom of the screen,[...]

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    44 Using the wide mode function You can select the wide mode (OFF, CINEMA, 16:9FULL) in the menu system (p. 34). To cancel wide mode Select OFF in the menu system. To watch the tape recorded in wide mode To watch the tape recorded in CINEMA mode, set the screen mode of the wide-screen TV to zoom mode. To watch the tape recorded in 16:9 FULL mode, s[...]

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    45 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции a A Using the PROGRAM AE function Selecting the best mode You can select one of six PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shooting situation, referring to the following. Spotlight mode For subjects in spotlight, such as at the theatre or a formal event. a Soft [...]

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    46 Using the PROGRAM AE function ( 1 ) Press PROGRAM AE. ( 2 ) Turn the control dial to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode. To turn off PROGRAM AE Press PROGRAM AE again. Notes on focus setting • In the Spotlight, Sports lesson and Beach & Ski modes, you cannot take close-ups because the camcorder is set to focus only on subjects in the middl[...]

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    47 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции [a] [b] [c] [d] 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 [...]

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    48 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 in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. ( 2 ) Move the power zoom lever to the “T” side in the optical zoom zone until the lever reaches the end. ( 3 ) Turn the NEAR/FAR dial [...]

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    49 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции [a] [b] [c] [d] [e] [f] Enjoying pictur e ef fect Selecting picture effect You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on the TV. PASTEL [a] The contrast of the picture is emphasized, and the picture looks like an animated cartoon.[...]

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    50 Using picture effect function ( 1 ) Press PICTURE EFFECT. ( 2 ) Turn the control dial to select the desired picture effect mode. Enjoying picture effect To turn off picture effect Press PICTURE EFFECT. The indicator in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen goes out. Note on the picture effect When you turn the power off, the camcorder returns auto[...]

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    51 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции [ a ] [ b ] Adjusting the exposure 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 backgroun[...]

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    52 Shooting with the sun behind your subject If the light source is behind your subject, or in the following situations, the subject will be recorded too dark. • The subject is indoors and there is a window behind the subject. • Bright light sources are included in the scene. • When shooting a person wearing white or shiny clothes in front of[...]

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    53 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции Superimposing a title You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles. You can also select the language, colour, size and position of titles. Superimposing titles ( 1 ) Press TITLE to display the title menu. ( 2 ) Turn the control dial to select , then [...]

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    54 To superimpose the title from beginning After step 7, press START/STOP to start recording. To superimpose the title while you are recording After pressing START/STOP to start recording, start from step 1. In this case, beep is not heard. To select the language of preset title When you want to select the language, select before step 2. Then selec[...]

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    55 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции Making your own titles You can make up to two titles and store them in the camcorder. We recommend to set the POWER switch to PLAYER or eject the cassette before you begin. Your title can have up to 20 characters. ( 1 ) Press TITLE to display the title menu. ( 2 ) Turn[...]

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    56 To edit a title you have stored In step 3, select CUSTOM1 or CUSTOM2, depending on which title you want to edit, then change the title. Note You cannot enter over 20 characters title. If you take 5 minutes or longer to enter characters while a cassette is in the camcorder The power goes off automatically. Characters you have entered remain. Turn[...]

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    57 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции Recor ding with the date/time Before you start recording or during recording, press DATE or TIME. You can record the date or time displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen with the picture. Press DATE (or TIME), then press TIME (or DATE) to display the date and [...]

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    58 Optimizing the recor ding condition Оптимизация состояния записи Каждый раз, когда Вы вставляете кассету Выполняйте вышеописанную процедуру. Примечания к функции ORC • Когда Вы устанавливаете ORC TO SET, запис?[...]

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    59 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции Using the built-in light – CCD-TRV36E/TRV46E only You can use the built-in light to suit your shooting situation. The recommended distance between the subject and camcorder is about 1.5 m (5 feet). While the camcorder is in Standby mode, slide LIGHT to ON. The built-[...]

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    60 CAUTION Be careful not to touch the lighting section, because the plastic window and surrounding surfaces are hot while the light is on. It remains hot for a while after the light is turned off. DANGER Not to be handled by children. Emits intense heat and light. Use with caution to reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons. Do not direct ligh[...]

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    61 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции CAUTION • When replacing the bulb, use only the Sony XB- 3D halogen lamp (not supplied) to reduce the risk of fire. • To prevent possible burn hazard, disconnect the power source before replacing and do not touch the bulb until the bulb becomes cool enough to handl[...]

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    62 – CCD-TRV46E only When the SteadyShot function is working, the camcorder compensates for camera-shake. You can release the SteadyShot function when you do not need to use the SteadyShot function. The “ ” indicator lights up when you release the SteadyShot function. You do not neet to use the SteadyShot function when shooting a stationary o[...]

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    63 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции Connect the camcorder to your TV or VCR 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 the mains for the power source. While playing back on a TV screen, close the LCD[...]

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    64 Watching on a TV screen Using the AV cordless IR receiver – LASER LINK – CCD-TRV46E only 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 w[...]

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    65 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции Editing onto another tape You can create your own video programme by editing with any other h 8 mm, H Hi8, miniDV, DV, j VHS, k S-VHS,  VHSC, K S-VHSC or l Betamax VCR that has video/audio inputs. Before editing Connect the camcorder to the VCR using the supplied A/[...]

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    66 (+) (--) - Additional information Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Your camcorder is supplied with a lithium battery installed. When the battery becomes weak or dead, the I indicator flashes in the viewfinder for about 5 seconds when you set the POWER switch to CAMERA. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium bat[...]

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    67 Additional information / Дополнительная информация WARNING The battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose of in fire. 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, time and [...]

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    68 To correct the date and time setting Repeat the above procedure. To check the preset 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 off. The year changes as follows: Note on the time indicator The internal clock of this camcorder operates [...]

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    69 Additional information / Дополнительная информация Simple setting of clock by time dif ference You can easily set the clock for a local time by a time difference in the menu system. ( 1 ) While the camcorder is the standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. ( 2 ) Turn the control dial to select , then press the dial. ([...]

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    70 Usable cassettes and playback modes Selecting cassette types – CCD-TRV36E/TRV46E only This Hi8 system is an extension of the standard 8 mm system, and was developed to realize higher picture quality. You can use either Hi8 or standard 8 mm video cassette for this camera. When you use a Hi8 video cassette, the recording is made in the Hi8 syste[...]

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    71 Additional information / Дополнительная информация Usable cassettes and playback modes Playing back an NTSC-recorded tape You can play back tapes recorded in the NTSC video system using the SP mode. However, note that the following will occur during playback of an NTSC-recorded tape. • When playing back a tape on a TV s[...]

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    72 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 is decreased, and the [...]

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    73 Additional information / Дополнительная информация 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[...]

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    74 Tips for using the battery pack Notes on the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack What is “InfoLITHIUM” The “InfoLITHIUM” is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange data with compatible video equipment about its battery consumption. When you use this battery pack with video equipment having the mark, the video equipment will indicate the[...]

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    75 Additional information / Дополнительная информация Tips for using the battery pack To obtain more accurate remaining battery indication Set the camcorder to recording standby mode and point towards a stationary object. Do not move the camcorder for 30 seconds or more. • If the indication seems incorrect, recharge the ba[...]

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    76 Maintenance information and precautions 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 unit may not operate correctly. To prevent possi[...]

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    77 Additional information / Дополнительная информация [a] [b] Maintenance information and precautions Video head cleaning To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. When the v˚ indicator and “ CLEANING CASSETTE” message appear one after another or playback pictures are “noisy” or hardly vi[...]

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    78 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 out. ( 2 ) Clean the surface with a blower sold on the market. To reattach the eyecup ( 1 ) Align the groove on the eyecup with the • mark on the barr[...]

  • Page 79

    79 Additional information / Дополнительная информация Precautions Camcorder operation • Operate the camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC power adaptor). • For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in this manual. • Should any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug the camcorder and[...]

  • Page 80

    80 Maintenance information and precautions Camcorder care • When the camcorder is not to be used for a long time, remove the tape. Periodically operate the camcorder both in the CAMERA and PLAYER modes and play back a tape for about 3 minutes. • If fingerprints or debris make the LCD screen dirty, we recommend using a LCD Cleaning Kit (not supp[...]

  • Page 81

    81 Additional information / Дополнительная информация • Do not apply mechanical shock or drop the unit. • While the unit is in use, particularly during charging, keep it away from AM receivers and video equipment because it will disturb AM reception and video operation. • The unit becomes warm while in use. This is nor[...]

  • Page 82

    82 Using your camcor der abroad Each country or area has its own electric 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 within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Difference in colour systems This camcorder is a PAL s[...]

  • Page 83

    83 Additional informatio n / Дополнительная информация Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The battery pack is not installed. m Install the battery pack. (p. 8) • The battery is dead. m Use a charged battery pack. (p. 9) • The AC power adaptor is not connected to the mains. m Connect the AC power adaptor to the m[...]

  • Page 84

    84 A vertical band appears when a subject such as lights or a candle flame is shot against a dark background. Trouble check Picture Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The battery is dead. m Use a charged battery pack or the AC power adaptor. (p. 9, 31) • Moisture condensation has occurred. m Remove the cassette and leave the camcorder fo[...]

  • Page 85

    85 Additional informatio n / Дополнительная информация Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • COMMANDER is set to OFF in the menu system. m Set it to ON. (p. 34) • Something is blocking the infrared rays. m Remove the obstacle. • The batteries are not inserted with the correct polarity. m Insert the batteries with t[...]

  • Page 86

    86 Признак Причина и/или действия по устранению • Не установлен батарейный блок. m Установите батарейный блок. (стр. 8) • Батарейный блок полностью разрядился. m Используйте заряженный батарейн[...]

  • Page 87

    87 Additional informatio n / Дополнительная информация Проверка неисправностей Изображение Признак Причина и/или действия по устранению • Батарейный блок полностью разряжен. m Используйте заряженный б[...]

  • Page 88

    88 Признак Причина и/или действия по устранению • Функция COMMANDER установлена на OFF в системе меню. m Установите ее на ON. (стр. 34) • Что-то закрывает путь инфракрасных лучей. m Удалите препятствие. •[...]

  • Page 89

    89 Additional informatio n / Дополнительная информация Five-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Actions • Moisture condensation has occurred. m Remove the cassette and leave the camcorder for at least 1 hour. (p. 76) • The video heads are dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (not supplied)[...]

  • Page 90

    90 Пятизначный дисплей Вероятная причина и/или метод устранения. • Произошла конденсация влаги. m Выньте кассету и оставьте видеокамеру по меньшей мере на 1 час. (стр. 76) • Грязные видеоголовки.[...]

  • Page 91

    91 Additional informatio n / Дополнительная информация LCD screen Picture 2.5 inches measured diagonally 50.3 × 37.4 mm (2 × 1 1⁄2 in.) On-screen display TN LCD/TFT active matrix method Total dot number 61,380 (279 × 220) Input and output connectors Video output Phono jack, 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced Audio output Monau[...]

  • Page 92

    92 Русский Технические характеристики Видеокамера Система Система видеозаписи 2 вращающиеся головки Система ЧМ наклонной механической развертки Система аудиозаписи Вращающиеся головки, си[...]

  • Page 93

    93 Additional informatio n / Дополнительная информация Identifying the parts 1 EDITSEARCH button (p. 24) 2 LASER LINK button (CCD-TRV46E only) (p. 64) 3 Built-in light (CCD-TRV36E/TRV46E only) (p. 59) 4 Lens cover 5 POWER switch (p. 15) 6 FOCUS switch (p. 48) 7 NEAR/FAR dial (p. 48) 8 Video control buttons (p. 26) p STOP (st[...]

  • Page 94

    94 Identifying the parts !¢ Viewfinder (p. 16) !∞ Speaker (p. 26, 27) !§ LCD screen (p. 20) !¶ LCD BRIGHT buttons (p. 20) !• OPEN button (p. 19) !ª VOLUME buttons (p. 26) @º Lithium battery compartment (p. 67) @¡ Hook for shoulder strap (p. 100) @™ Eyecup @£ BATT RELEASE lever (p. 13) @¢ Hook for shoulder strap (p. 100) @∞ STANDBY s[...]

  • Page 95

    95 Additional informatio n / Дополнительная информация Identifying the parts @ª COUNTER RESET button (p. 17) #º TIME button (p. 57) #¡ DATE button (p. 57) #™ DISPLAY button (p. 27) #£ TITLE button (p. 53) #¢ END SEARCH button (p. 29) #∞ PICTURE EFFECT button (p. 50) #§ START/STOP MODE switch (p. 19) #¶ BACK LIGHT [...]

  • Page 96

    96 Identifying the parts $™ Eyecup RELEASE knob (p. 78) $£ EJECT switch (p. 14) $¢ 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 indicated as CONTROL L or REMOTE. [...]

  • Page 97

    97 Additional informatio n / Дополнительная информация Identifying the parts %™ MIC jack (PLUG IN POWER) Connect an external microphone (not supplied). This jack also accepts a “plug-in- power” microphone. %£ Camera recording/battery lamp (p. 15) %¢ NightShot light emitter (p. 41) /LASER LINK emitter (CCD-TRV46E only[...]

  • Page 98

    98 Remote Commander – CCD-TRV27E/TRV36E/TRV46E only The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the camcorder function identically. Identifying the parts 1 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control the camcorder after turning on the camcorder. 2 Video control buttons (p. 26) 3 DISPLAY button (p. 27) 4 START/STOP [...]

  • Page 99

    99 Additional information / Дополнительная информация 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 Re[...]

  • Page 100

    100 Attaching the shoulder strap Attach the supplied shoulder strap to the hooks for the shoulder strap. Identifying the parts 1 2 3 To watch the demonstration You can start the demonstration by setting DEMO MODE in the menu system. You can also start the demonstration by the following operation. When NIGHTSHOT is set to ON, you cannot watch the de[...]

  • Page 101

    101 Additional information / Дополнительная информация 1 Recording mode indicator (p. 35) / Mirror mode indicator (p. 21) 2 Playing back or recording in Hi8 format (CCD-TRV36E/TRV46E only) (p. 70) 3 Remaining battery time indicator 4 Exposure indicator (p. 51) / Zoom indicator (p. 18) 5 FADER indicator (p. 39) 6 Wide mode in[...]

  • Page 102

    102 !£ Standby/Recording mode indicator (p. 15) / Video control mode indicator (p. 28) !¢ Tape counter (p. 17) / Self-diagnosis functions indicator (p. 89) / 5SEC mode indicator (p. 19) !∞ Remaining tape indicator !§ END SEARCH indicator (p. 29) !¶ NIGHTSHOT indicator (p. 41) !• AUTO DATE indicator (p. 15) / Date indicator (p. 57) !ª Time [...]

  • Page 103

    103 Additional information / Дополнительная информация W ar ning indicators If indicators flash in the viewfinder or in the display window, check the following: ≥≥ ... : you can hear the beep sound when the BEEP is set to ON. 1 The battery is weak or dead. Slow flashing: The battery is weak. Fast flashing: The battery is[...]

  • Page 104

    Index A, B Adjusting viewfinder ................ 16 ANTI GROUND SHOOTING ................................................... 19 Auto focus ................................... 48 Backlight ..................................... 37 Beep ............................................. 17 C, D Camera recording ...................... 15 Car battery .......[...]