Sony CCD-TRV35 инструкция обслуживания

3-861-901- 32 (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-TRV65 CCD-TRV65 CCD-TRV15/TRV25/TRV35[...]

2 Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam Vision TM 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 can enj[...]

3 T able of contents Enjoying picture effect ......................... 42 Adjusting the exposure (CCD-TRV35/ TRV65 only) .................................... 44 Superimposing a title ........................... 46 Making your own titles ........................ 48 Recording with the date/time ............ 49 Optimizing the recording condition .. 50[...]

4 Before you begin Using this manual 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-TRV65 is the model used for illustration purposes. Otherwise, the model name is indicated in the illustrat[...]

5 [a] [b] Using this manual Before you begin Note on TV color systems TV color systems differ from country to country. To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV. Precaution on copyright Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to[...]

6 Checking supplied accessories 1 2 3 45 6 Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 80) 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 8, 25) 3 NP-F330 Battery pack (1) (p. 7, 25) 4 CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p. 56) The lithium battery is already installed in your camc[...]

7 Getting started Before using your camcorder, you first need to install and charge the battery pack. This camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery. “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Installing the battery pack ( 1 ) While pressing BATT RELEASE, slide the battery terminal cover in the direction of the arrow. ( [...]

8 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 plug’s 4 mark up. ( 2 ) Connect the power cord to the AC power a[...]

9 Getting started Installing and charging the battery pack Charging time Battery NP-F330 (supplied) NP-F530/F550 NP-F730/F750 NP-F930/F950 pack Charging 150 210 300 390 time* (min.) (90) (150) (240) (330) The time required for a normal charge is indicated in parentheses. * Approximate minutes to charge an empty battery pack using the supplied AC po[...]

10 BATT RELEASE You can look at the demonstration of the functions available with this camcorder (p. 30). Installing and charging the battery pack CCD-TRV65 Battery NP-F330 NP-F530 NP-F550 NP-F730 NP-F750 NP-F930 NP-F950 pack (supplied) Continuous 120 (105) 205 (180) 240 (210) 410 (370) 490 (440) 650 (585) 750 (675) recording 95 (85) 160 (145) 195 [...]

11 Getting started Make sure that the power source is installed. When you want to record in the Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassette H .(CCD-TRV65 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 win[...]

12 Basic operations Camera r ecording 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 correctly. When you use the camcorder for the first t[...]

13 Basic operations Note There is a little wear on the battery pack which is installed with camcorder. However, for getting remaining battery time indicated correctly, leave the battery pack installed after use. To focus the viewfinder lens If you cannot see the indicators in the viewfinder clearly, or after someone else has used the camcorder, foc[...]

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

15 Basic operations STBY REC ••••• ••••• REC • 2 1 3 5SEC ANTI GROUND SHOOTING START/STOP MODE L O C K START/STOP S T A N D B Y L O C K START/STOP S T A N D B Y 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 [...]

16 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[...]

17 Basic operations Notes on the LCD panel • When closing the LCD panel, turn it vertically until it clicks [ a ] . • When turning the LCD panel, turn it always vertically; otherwise, the camcorder body may be damaged or the LCD panel may not close properly [ b ] . • Close the LCD panel completely when not in use. Letting the subject monitor [...]

18 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 [...]

19 Basic operations 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 that the length of the tripod screw is[...]

20 EDITSEARCH EDITSEARCH 2 3 POWER OFF VTR CAMERA L O C K START/STOP S T A N D B Y EDITSEARCH 1 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 S[...]

21 Basic operations Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. ( 1 ) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to VTR (CCD-TRV65) or PLAYER (CCD-TRV15/TRV25/TRV35). The video control buttons light up (CCD-TRV35/TRV65 only). ( 2 ) Insert the recorded tape with the window facing out. ( 3 ) Whil[...]

22 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 You can control playback using the supplied Remote Commander. Before using the Remote Comm[...]

23 Basic operations Various playback modes You can enjoy clear pictures on the LCD screen during still, slow and picture search. (Crystal-clear still/slow/picture search) To view a still picture (playback pause) Press P during playback. To resume playback, press P or ( . To locate a scene (picture search) Keep pressing 0 or ) during playback. To re[...]

24 You can go to the end of the recorded portion after you record and play back the tape to make the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene smooth. The tape starts rewinding or fast-forwarding and the last 5 seconds (10 seconds in LP mode) of the recorded portion play back. Then the tape stops at the end of the recorded p[...]

25 Advanced operations Advanced operations Using alternative power sources You can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack, house current, alkaline batteries 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 Indoo[...]

26 Using a car battery Use Sony DC-V515A car battery charger (not supplied). Connect the car battery cord to the cigarette lighter socket of a car (12 V or 24 V). Refer to the operating instructions of your car battery charger. To remove the car battery charger The car battery charger is removed in the same way as the battery pack. This mark indica[...]

27 Advanced operations 1 5 CAMERA VTR 2 3 MENU MENU 4 CAMERA SET D ZOOM 16 : 9WIDE STEADYSHOT N. S. LIGHT WIND [MENU] : END CAMERA SET D ZOOM 16 : 9WIDE OTHERS WORLD TIME BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY REC LAMP INDICATOR OTHERS WORLD TIME BEEP OTHERS WORLD TIME BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY REC LAMP INDICATOR RETURN ON OTHERS WORLD TIME BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY REC[...]

28 Notes on changing the mode setting • Menu items differ depending on the setting of the POWER switch to VTR/PLAYER or CAMERA. • When you let the subject monitor the shot (mirror mode), the menu display does not appear. Selecting the mode setting of each item Items for both CAMERA and VTR/PLAYER modes LCD B. L.* <BRT NORMAL/BRIGHT> • N[...]

29 Advanced operations Changing the mode settings LTR SIZE* <NORMAL/2x> • Normally select NORMAL. • Select 2x to display selected menu item by twice size of normal. LANGUAGE* <ENGLISH/ESPAÑOL/ /PORTUGUÊS> Select the language of information indications. Indications to be displayed in a selected language are as follows: REC, STBY, m[...]

30 ORC TO SET* Select this item to automatically adjust the recording condition to get the best possible recording. If you have already performed function, “ORC ON” is displayed. CLOCK SET* Reset the date or time. AUTO DATE* <ON/OFF> • Select ON to record the date for 10 seconds after recording has started. • Select OFF to not record [...]

31 Advanced operations Items for VTR/PLAYER mode only HiFi SOUND <STEREO/1/2> (CCD-TRV65 only) • Normally select STEREO. • Select 1 or 2 to play back a dual sound track tape. / EDIT <ON/OFF> • Select ON to minimize picture deterioration when editing. • Normally select OFF. TBC* <ON/OFF> (CCD-TRV65 only) • Normally select[...]

32 [a] [b] BACK LIGHT 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 because of backlight. [b] Subject becomes bright with backligh[...]

33 Advanced operations [a] REC STBY REC STBY [b] Using the F ADER function – CCD-TRV35/TRV65 only 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. MONOTONE When fading in, the pi[...]

34 1 2 L O C K START/STOP S T A N D B Y FADER FADER M.FADER STRIPE BOUNCE MONOTONE 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, p[...]

35 Advanced operations – CCD-TRV35/TRV65 only 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. This function may record picture nearly in monochrome. ( 1 ) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, slide NIGHTSHOT t[...]

36 [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, and the viewfinder or LCD screen [a] and a normal TV screen [b] look wide. You[...]

37 Advanced operations Using the wide mode function You can select the wide mode (OFF, CINEMA, 16:9FULL) in the menu system (p. 27). 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 [...]

38 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 theater or a formal event. a Soft Portrait mode For zooming in on a still subject in telephoto mode, or for a subjec[...]

39 Advanced operations 2 1 A a PROGRAM 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. 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[...]

40 [a] [b] [c] [d] Focusing manually – CCD-TRV35/TRV65 only 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 ] • Subj[...]

41 Advanced operations To return to autofocus mode Set FOCUS to AUTO. The f indicator in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen disappears. Shooting in relatively dark places Shoot at wide-angle after focusing in the telephoto position. To record a very distant subject Push FOCUS down to INFINITY. The lens focuses on the most distant subject while FOC[...]

42 [a] [b] [c] [d] [e] [f] Enjoying pictur e effect Selecting picture effect You can make pictures like those of television with the Picture Effect function. PASTEL [a] The contrast of the picture is emphasized, and the picture looks like an animated cartoon. NEG. ART [b] The color and brightness of the picture is reversed. SEPIA The picture is sep[...]

43 Advanced operations 12 PASTEL NEG. ART SEPIA B & W SOLARIZE MOSAIC SLIM STRETCH PICTURE EFFECT 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 [...]

44 1 2 –+ –+ EXPOSURE [ a ] [ b ] Adjusting the exposur e – CCD-TRV35/TRV65 only 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 fait[...]

45 Advanced operations Shooting with the sun behind you 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 [...]

46 1, 8 2 TITLE PRESET TITLE HELLO! HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS! OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING VACATION THE END [TITLE] : END PRESET TITLE HELLO! HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS! OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING VACATION THE END RETURN [TITLE] : END PRESET TITLE HELLO! HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS! OUR SWEET BABY WED[...]

47 Advanced operations 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 befor[...]

48 12 TITLE 3 4 6 TITLE SET –––––––––––––––––––– [TITLE] : END 12 TITLE SET –––––––––––––––––––– [TITLE] : END TITLE SET –––––––––––––––––––– [TITLE] : END 34 TITLE SET –––––––––––––––––––– [...]

49 Advanced operations 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 time together. The clock is set at the factory to Tokyo time for the models sold in Japa[...]

50 Use this feature to check the tape condition before recording, so that you can get the best possible picture (ORC). ( 1 ) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. ( 2 ) Turn the control dial to select Ò , then press the dial. ( 3 ) Turn the control dial to select ORC TO SET, then press the dial. “START/STOP KEY?[...]

51 Advanced operations – CCD-TRV25/TRV35/TRV65 only When the Steady Shot function is working, the camcorder compensates for camera- shake. You can release the Steady Shot function when you do not need to use the Steady Shot function. The indicator appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. Do not use the Steady Shot function when shooting a [...]

52 Connecting directly to a TV/VCR with Video/Audio input jacks When connecting the A/V connecting cable, make sure you connect the plug to jacks of the same color. Open the jack cover. With using the supplied A/V connecting cable, connect the camcorder to the LINE IN inputs on the TV or VCR connected to the TV. Set the TV/ VCR selector on the TV t[...]

53 Advanced operations Using the AV cordless IR receiver –CCD-TRV35/TRV65 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 instructions of the AV cordless IR receiver. LASER LINK is a system which transmits[...]

54 Editing onto another tape You can create your own video program 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. Before editing Connect the camcorder to the VCR using the supplied A/V connecting cable. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE, if available. Set EDIT to ON [...]

55 Advanced operations Recor ding from a VCR or TV –CCD-TRV65 only You can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has video/ audio outputs. Connect the camcorder to the VCR or TV using the supplied A/V cable. Turn down the volume of the camcorder while editing. Otherwise, picture distortion may occur. (1) While pressing the[...]

56 (+) (--) - Additional information Changing the lithium battery in the camcor der 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 or Duracel[...]

57 Additional information 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 other items in the menu system retained by the lithium battery. ( 1 ) Open the LCD panel and open the lid of the lithium battery compartment. ( 2 ) Push[...]

58 INITIAL SET CLOCK SET AUTO DATE AUTO TV ON TV IN SEL MENU DISP LANGUAGE TV SYSTEM DEMO MODE RETURN [MENU] : END 1998 JUL 4 5 30 PM INITIAL SET CLOCK SET AUTO DATE AUTO TV ON TV IN SEL MENU DISP LANGUAGE TV SYSTEM DEMO MODE RETURN [MENU] : END 1998 JUL 4 5 00 PM INITIAL SET CLOCK SET AUTO DATE AUTO TV ON TV IN SEL MENU DISP LANGUAGE TV SYSTEM DEM[...]

59 Additional information 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. ( 3 ) Turn the control dial to select WORLD TIME, the[...]

60 Usable cassettes and playback modes Selecting cassette types – CCD-TRV65 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 system. When [...]

61 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[...]

62 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 a chemical change that has occurred [...]

63 Additional information 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 battery pack fully (Full charge 1) ). Note that if you[...]

64 [a] [b] Maintenance information and precautions On the lens If moisture condenses on the lens, no indicator appears, but the picture becomes dim. Turn off the power and do not use the camcorder for about 1 hour. How to prevent moisture condensation When bringing the camcorder from a cold place to a warm place, put the camcorder in a plastic bag [...]

65 Additional information 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 commercially available blower. To reattach the eyecup ( 1 ) Align the groove on the eyecup wi[...]

66 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 have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. • Avoi[...]

67 Additional information Maintenance information and precautions AC power adaptor • Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when not in use for a long time. To disconnect the power cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the power cord itself. • Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged. • Do not b[...]

68 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 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Difference in color systems This camcorder is an NTSC s[...]

69 Additional information Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The battery pack is not installed. m Install the battery pack. (p. 7) • The battery is dead. m Use a charged battery pack. (p. 8) • The AC power adaptor is not connected to a wall outlet. m Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall outlet. (p. 25) • While being operated in CAM[...]

70 Trouble check Picture Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The START/STOP MODE switch is set to 5SEC or . m Set it to . (p. 15) • The battery is dead. m Use a charged battery pack or the AC power adaptor. (p. 8, 25) • Moisture condensation has occurred. m Remove the cassette and leave the camcorder for at least 1 hour. (p. 63) • You[...]

71 Additional information Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • COMMANDER is set to OFF in the menu system. m Set it to ON. (p. 29) • Something is blocking the infrared rays. m Remove the obstacle. • The batteries are not inserted with the correct polarity. m Insert the batteries with the correct polarity. (p. 81) • The batteries are de[...]

72 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. 63) • The video heads are dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLH/V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p. 64) • You are using a battery pack that is not an “InfoLI[...]

73 Additional information Headphone jack (CCD-TRV65 only) Stereo minijack (ø 3.5 mm) Earphone jack (CCD-TRV15/ TRV25/TRV35 only) Monaural minijack (ø 3.5 mm) LANC control jack Stereo mini-minijack (ø 2.5 mm) MIC jack Minijack, 0.388 mV low impedance with 2.5 to 3.0 V DC, output impedance 6.8 kilohms (ø 3.5 mm) CCD-TRV15/TRV25/TRV35: Monaural ty[...]

74 Specifications AC power adaptor Power requirements 100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption 23 W Output voltage DC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.5 A in operating mode Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature –20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F) Dimensions (Approx.) 125 × 39 × 62 mm (w/h/d) excluding projecting parts Mass [...]

75 Additional information Identifying the parts 1 EDITSEARCH button (p. 20) 2 LASER LINK button (CCD-TRV35/ TRV65 only) (p. 53) 3 Intelligent accessory shoe (CCD-TRV65 only) (p. 76) /Accessory shoe (CCD-TRV35 only) 4 Lens cover 5 POWER switch (p. 12) 6 FOCUS switch (CCD-TRV35/TRV65 only) (p. 41) 7 NEAR/FAR dial (CCD-TRV35/TRV65 only) (p. 41) 8 Vide[...]

76 Identifying the parts !¢ Viewfinder (p. 13) !∞ Speaker (p. 22) !§ LCD screen (p. 16) !¶ LCD BRIGHT buttons (p. 16) !• OPEN button (p. 15) !ª VOLUME buttons (p. 21) @º Lithium battery compartment (p. 57) @¡ Hook for shoulder strap (p. 81) !§ @º @ ¡ !• !ª !¶ !∞ ! ¢ @ ™ @§ @¶ @• @£ @¢ @∞ @™ Eyecup @£ BATT RELEASE le[...]

77 Additional information Identifying the parts @ª COUNTER RESET button (p. 13) #º TIME button (p. 49) #¡ DATE button (p. 49) #™ DISPLAY button (p. 22) #£ TITLE button (p. 46) #¢ END SEARCH button (p. 24) #∞ PICTURE EFFECT button (p. 43) #¶ #• #§ #ª $¡ $º #™ #∞ #¢ #£ #¡ #º @ª #§ START/STOP MODE switch (p. 15) #¶ BACK LIGH[...]

78 $™ $¢ $§ $£ $∞ $¶ %º %¡ $ª $• Identifying the parts $™ Eyecup RELEASE knob (p. 65) $£ EJECT switch (p. 11) $¢ 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 [...]

79 Additional information 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. 12) %¢ LASER LINK emitter (CCD-TRV35/ TRV65 only) (p. 53) /NightShot Light emitter (CCD-TRV35/TRV65 only) ([...]

80 Remote Commander 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. 21) 5 1 2 3 4 3 DISPLAY button (p. 22) 4 START/STOP button (p. 12) 5 Power z[...]

81 Additional information Identifying the parts 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. Note on battery life The batteries for the Remote Commander last about 6 months under normal operation. When the batteries become weak or dead, th[...]

82 1 Recording mode indicator (p. 28) / Mirror mode indicator (p. 17) 2 Playing back or recording in Hi8 format (CCD-TRV65 only) (p. 60) 3 Remaining battery time indicator 4 Exposure indicator (CCD-TRV35/ TRV65 only) (p. 44) /Zoom indicator (p. 14) 5 FADER indicator (CCD-TRV35/TRV65 only) (p. 34) 6 Wide mode indicator (p. 37) 7 PICTURE EFFECT indic[...]

83 Additional information W arning 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. 123 456 78 9 JUL 4 1998 5min 0min CLEANING CASSETTE C:31:10 C:21:00 0 COPY INHIBIT 1 The battery is weak or dead. Slow flashing: The battery is weak. [...]

84 Index A, B Adjusting viewfinder ............. 13 AFM HiFi Sound .............. 31, 60 ANTI GROUND SHOOTING ................................................ 15 Auto focus ................................ 41 Backlight .................................. 32 Beep .......................................... 13 C, D Camera recording ................... [...]