3-859-595-13 (1) Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Owner’s record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. CCD- Model No. AC- Serial No. Serial No.
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 can enjoy for years to come. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
Table of contents Before you begin Using this manual .................................. 4 Checking supplied accessories ............. 6 Charging and installing the battery pack ............................... 7 Inserting a cassette ............................... 10 Basic operations Camera recording ................................. 11 Using the zoom feature ................. 13 Selecting the start/stop mode ...... 14 Shooting with the LCD screen ..... 15 Letting the subject monitor the shot .
Before you begin Using this manual The instructions in this manual are for the five 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-TRV52 is the model used for illustration purposes. Otherwise, the model name is indicated in the illustrations. Any differences in operation are clearly indicated in the text, for example, “CCD-TRV52 only”.
Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care [a] Before you begin • The LCD screen and/or color viewfinder are manufactured using high-precision technology. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recorded picture in any way. Over 99.99% are operational for effective use. • Do not let the camcorder get wet.
Checking supplied accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 * or 7 8 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 22, 72) 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 71) 2 NP-33 Battery Pack (1) (p. 7) 7 AC-V16/V16A AC power adaptor (1) (p. 7, 24) 3 Battery case (1) (p. 25) 8 CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p. 48) CCD-TRV32/TRV52/TRV53 only Already installed in the camcorder. 4 A/V connecting cable (1) (p.
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 the battery pack on a flat place without vibration. (2) Align the right side of the battery pack with the line on the AC power adaptor, then slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow. (3) Set the selector to CHARGE. The CHARGE lamp (orange) lights up.
Charging and installing the battery pack Battery life (in minutes) CCD-TRV32/TRV312 Battery pack While recording1) LCD open2) LCD close While playing back on LCD3) Battery pack While recording1) LCD open2) LCD close While playing back on LCD3) 70 NP-68 140(75) 185 (100) 145 NP-60D 100 (55) 135 (75) 105 NP-80/80D 200 (110) 270 (150) 210 NP-C65 120 (65) 160 (90) 125 NP-98/98D 225 (125) 315 (175) 240 While playing back on LCD3) Battery pack NP-33 (supplied) 70 (40) 95 (50) CCD-TRV5
Charging and installing the battery pack To remove the battery pack Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow. Getting started Notes on charging the battery pack • The POWER lamp will remain lit for a while even if the battery pack is removed and the power cord is unplugged after charging the battery pack. This is normal. • If the POWER lamp does not light, set the selector to VTR (DC OUT) and disconnect the power cord.
Inserting a cassette 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 cassette compartment automatically closes. 1 2 EJECT 3 PUSH To eject the cassette While pressing the small blue button, slide EJECT in the direction of the arrow.
Basic operations Camera recording 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. 50) before you start recording. The date is automatically recorded for 10 seconds after you start recording (AUTO DATE feature). This feature works only once a day.
Camera recording Note on standby mode If you leave the camcorder for 5 minutes or more with a cassette inserted in Standby mode, the camcorder goes off automatically. This prevents wearing down the battery and wearing out the tape. To resume Standby mode, turn STANDBY down once and turn it up again. To start recording, press START/STOP. Notes on the recording mode • This camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode.
Camera recording 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 sparingly. T side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) W side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away) Basic operations Note on the AUTO DATE feature The clock is set to East Coast Standard Time at the factory. You can reset the clock in the menu system.
Camera recording Selecting the start/stop mode Your camcorder has two modes besides normal start/stop mode. These modes enable you to take a series of quick shots resulting in a lively video. (1) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) Set START/STOP MODE to the desired mode. : Recording starts when you press START/STOP, and stops when you press it again (normal mode).
Camera recording 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 panel. To adjust the brightness of the LCD screen, press BRIGHT + or –. The battery life is longer when the LCD panel is closed.
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 indicator appears (Mirror mode) and the date and tape counter indicators disappear. 2 1 To cancel mirror mode Turn the LCD panel back toward the viewfinder.
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. 2 Basic operations 1 3 • • • • • Place your right elbow against your side. Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it. Place your eye firmly against the viewfinder eyecup.
Hints for better shooting Cautions on the viewfinder and the LCD • Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder or by the LCD panel [c]. • Do not place the camcorder so as to point the viewfinder or the LCD screen toward the sun. The inside of the viewfinder or the LCD panel may be damaged. Be careful when placing the camcorder under sunlight or by a window [d]. [c] [d] Note on the LCD screen When you use the LCD screen outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD screen may be difficult to see.
Checking the recorded picture 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. Hold down the – side of EDITSEARCH until the camcorder goes back to the scene you want. The last recorded portion is played back. To go forward, hold down the + side (EditSearch).
Checking the recorded picture 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, and stops. Note that this function does not work once you eject the cassette after you recorded in the tape. To begin re-recording Press START/STOP. Re-recording begins from the last recorded point or the point you released EDITSEARCH.
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 PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. Adjust the angle of the LCD panel or the brightness of the LCD screen if necessary. (4) Press · to start playback. You can also monitor on the TV screen after connecting the camcorder to the VCR or TV.
Playing back a tape Using the Remote Commander You can control playback using the supplied Remote Commander. Before using the Remote Commander, insert the size AA (R6) batteries. To erase the screen indicators Press DISPLAY to erase the screen indicators on the LCD screen. To display the indicators, press again. The indicators don’t appear on the TV.
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. Then, the last 5 seconds play back if the tape was recorded in SP mode, or the last 10 seconds play back if the tape was recorded in LP mode. Then the tape stops at the end of the recorded picture (End Search).
Advanced operations Using alternative power sources You can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack, the house current, alkaline battery and 12/24 V car battery. Choose the appropriate power source depending on where you want to use your camcorder.
Using alternative power sources WARNING The power cord must only be changed at qualified service shop. PRECAUTIONS The set is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the set itself has been turned off. To remove the adaptor The adaptor is removed in the same way as the battery pack. Using the alkaline batteries Advanced operations Notes on the POWER lamp • The POWER lamp will remain lit for a while even if the unit is unplugged after use.
Using alternative power sources Battery life (in minutes) Using Sony alkaline batteries at 77 °F (25 °C) Model CCD-TRV32 While playing While recording LCD open LCD close back on LCD 110 (55) 165 (85) 120 CCD-TRV52 100 (50) 160 (80) 100 CCD-TRV53 110 (55) 165 (85) 120 Approximate continuous recording time indoors. Figures in parentheses are approximate recording time when you repeat recording start/stop, zooming and turning the power on/off. The actual battery life may be shorter.
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 dial to select the desired item, and press the dial. (4) Turn the control dial to select the desired mode, and press the dial. (5) Press MENU to erase the menu display.
Changing the mode settings Selecting the mode setting of each item Items for both CAMERA and PLAYER modes COMMANDER • Select ON when using the supplied Remote Commander for the camcorder. • Select OFF when not using the Remote Commander. BEEP* • Select ON so that beeps sound when you start/stop recording, etc. • Select OFF when you do not want to hear the beep sound. LCD B.L.
Changing the mode settings Item for PLAYER mode only HiFi SOUND (CCD-TRV52/TRV512 only) • Normally select STEREO. • Select 1 or 2 to play back a dual sound track tape. * These settings are retained even when the battery is removed, as long as the lithium battery is in place. To look at the demonstration at once Eject the cassette, if inserted. Select ON of DEMO MODE. Erase the menu display. The demonstration will begin.
Recording with the date or time 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. The clock is set to East Coast Standard Time at the factory. You can reset the clock in the menu system.
Fade-in and fade-out 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 FADER. The FADER indicator starts flashing. (2) Press START/STOP to start recording. The FADER indicator stops flashing. (1) During recording, press FADER.
Enjoying picture effect Selecting picture effect You can make pictures like those of television with the Picture Effect function. [a] [b] [c] 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 The picture is sepia. NEG. ART [c] The color of the picture is reversed.
Enjoying picture effect 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. 2 PICTURE EFFECT SOLARIZE B&W 1 SEPIA NEG.ART Advanced operations MOSAIC Returning to normal mode Press PICTURE EFFECT until the Picture Effect indicator disappears. Note on the picture effect When you turn the power off, the camcorder returns automatically to normal mode.
Using the wide mode function 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 [b] CINEMA [a] [c] 16:9FULL [e] 16:9FULL [d] [f] CINEMA Black bands appear at the top and the bottom of the screen. The viewfinder or the LCD screen [a] and a normal TV screen [b] look wide. You can also watch the picture without black bands on a wide-screen TV [c].
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 16:9 WIDE repeatedly so that the desired mode indicator appears. 2 CINEMA 16:9 WIDE 16:9FULL Advanced operations 1 To cancel wide mode Press 16:9 WIDE repeatedly until the wide mode indicator disappears. 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.
Focusing manually When to use manual focus In the following cases you should obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually. [a] [b] • • • • • • • • [c] [d] Insufficient light [a] Subjects with little contrast — walls, sky, etc. [b] Too much brightness behind the subject [c] Horizontal stripes [d] Subjects through frosted glass Subjects beyond nets, etc.
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.
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] BACK LIGHT [b] [a] Subject is too dark because of backlight. [b] Subject becomes bright with backlight compensation. After shooting Be sure to release this adjustment condition by pressing BACK LIGHT again. The c indicator disappears.
Releasing the STEADY SHOT function 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 function when you do not need to use the SteadyShot function. Do not use the SteadyShot function when shooting a stationary object with a tripod. (1) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) Set STEADY SHOT to OFF. The Ó indicator goes off.
Superimposing a title 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. Selecting the language (1) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. (3) Turn the control dial to select TITLE LANG, and press the dial. (4) Turn the control dial to select the desired language, and press the dial. (5) Press MENU to erase the menu display.
Superimposing a title Superimposing titles To superimpose from the beginning (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Turn STANDBY up. (3) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. (4) Press TITLE repeatedly until the desired title appears. The title flashes. (5) Press START/STOP to start recording. To superimpose on the way of recording (1) Press TITLE repeatedly until the desired title appears. The title flashes. (2) When the title stops flashing, press TITLE. The title disappears.
Superimposing a title To select the title position (1) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen. (2) Turn the control dial to select TITLE POS, then press the dial. (3) Turn the control dial to select CENTER [a] or BOTTOM [b], then press the dial. (4) Press MENU to erase the menu display.
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 display the menu. (3) Turn the control dial to select TITLE1 SET or TITLE2 SET, then press the dial. (4) Turn the control dial to select the desired character, then press the dial.
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. Otherwise, the blank is stored as a title in memory. To change the title you have made In step 3, select TITLE1 SET or TITLE2 SET, depending on which title you want to change, then press the dial. Select the desired characters again.
Watching on a TV screen 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 the house current for the power source. While playing back on a TV screen, close the LCD panel. Otherwise, picture distortion may occur.
Watching on a TV screen Connecting CCD-TRV32/TRV312/TRV53 TV VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT VIDEO IN AUDIO IN : Signal flow If your VCR or TV is a monaural type (CCD-TRV52/TRV512 only) Connect only the white plug for audio on both the camcorder and the VCR or the TV. With this connection, the sound is monaural even on the stereo model. To connect to a VCR or TV without Video/Audio input jacks Use the RFU-95UC RFU adaptor (not supplied).
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, l Betamax or ¬ ED Betamax VCR that has video/audio inputs. Turn down the volume of the camcorder while editing. Otherwise, picture distortion may occur. After connecting the camcorder to the VCR, (4) On the VCR, locate the recording start point and put the VCR in recording pause mode. Advanced operations (1) Set the POWER switch to PLAYER.
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 or on the LCD screen for about 5 seconds when you set the POWER switch to CAMERA. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 or Duracell DL-2025 lithium battery. Use of any other battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder 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 pull it out from the holder. (4) Install the new lithium battery with the positive (+) side facing out. (5) Close the lid.
Resetting the date and time 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 the dial. (5) Turn the control dial to select the desired year, then press the dial. (6) Set the month, day, hour, and minutes by turning the control dial and pressing the dial. (7) Press MENU to erase the menu display.
Resetting the date and time The year indicator changes as follows: 1997 1998 2025 Note on the time indicator The internal clock of this camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle. • 12:00 AM stands for midnight. • 12:00 PM stands for noon.
Playback modes The playback mode (SP/LP) is selected automatically according to the format in which the tape has been recorded. The quality of the recorded picture in LP mode, however, will not be as good as that in SP mode. Note on AFM HiFi stereo (CCD-TRV52/TRV512 only) When you play back a tape, the sound will be in monaural if: • You record the tape using the camcorder, then play it back on an AFM HiFi monaural video recorder/player.
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 cold environment Battery efficiency is decreased, and the battery will be used up more quickly, if you are recording in cold environment.
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 not cause for concern and is normal. Battery pack care • Remove the battery pack from the camcorder after using it, and keep it in a cool place.
Tips for using the battery pack Notes on the terminals If the terminals (metal parts on the back) are not clean, the battery charge duration will be shortened. When the terminals are not clean or when the battery pack has not been used for a long time, repeatedly install and remove the battery pack a few times. This improves the contact condition. Also, wipe the + and – terminals with a soft cloth or paper.
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 camcorder may not operate correctly. To prevent possible damage under these circumstances, the camcorder is furnished with moisture sensors. Please take the following precautions.
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. [b] Caution Do not use a commercially available wet-type cleaning cassette. It may damage the video heads. Additional information [a] [a ] Slightly dirty [b] Dirty If this happens, clean the video heads with the Sony V8-25CLH cleaning cassette (not supplied).
Maintenance information and precautions Removing dust from inside the viewfinder – CCD-TRV32/TRV52/TRV312/TRV512 only (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. 2 1 To reattach the eyecup (1) Align the groove on the eyecup with the • mark on the barrel. (2) Turn the eyecup in the direction of the arrow. (3) Replace the screw.
Maintenance information and precautions Precautions Camcorder operation On handling tapes Additional information • 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 have it checked by your nearest Sony dealer before operating it any further. • Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens.
Maintenance information and precautions AC power adaptor Charging • Attach the battery pack firmly. • Place the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration during charging. Others • 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 cord itself. • Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged.
Using your camcorder abroad Each country or area has its own electricity and TV color systems. Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following points: Power sources You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC power adaptor within 110 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b]. AC-V16/V16A [b] Difference in color systems This camcorder is an NTSC system-based camcorder.
Trouble check If you run into any problem using the camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. Should the difficulty persist, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Camcorder Power Symptom The power is not on. The power goes off. The battery pack is quickly discharged. Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The battery pack is not installed.
Trouble check Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions The End Search function does not • The cassette was ejected after you recorded on it. activate. m The End Search function will not activate until you make a new recording after reinserting the cassette. The date or time indicator • Reset the date and time. (p. 50) disappears. The SteadyShot function does not activate. Recording stops in a few seconds. The title display position shifts. The fader function does not work.
Trouble check Others Symptom The supplied Remote Commander does not work . There is dust in the viewfinder. (CCD-TRV32/TRV52/TRV312/ TRV512 only) 64 Cause and/or Corrective Actions • COMMANDER is set to OFF. m Set it to ON in the menu system. (p. 27) • 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. (p. 72) • The batteries are dead. m Insert new ones. (p.
Trouble check AC power adaptor Symptom The POWER lamp does not light. The CHARGE lamp flashes. Cause and/or Corrective Actions • Set the selector to VTR (DC OUT) and disconnect the power cord. After about one minute, try again. (p. 9) • See the following chart. When the CHARGE lamp flashes Check through the following chart. Additional information 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.
Specifications Video camera recorder System Video recording system Four rotary heads (SP/LP independent heads), Helical scanning, FM system Audio recording system Rotary heads, FM system Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette 8 mm video format cassette (standard 8 mm) Recording/Playback time SP mode: 2 hours (P6-120) LP mode: 4 hours (P6-120) Fastforward/rewind time Approx. 5 min. (P6-120) LCD screen General Picture Power requirements CCD-TRV52/TRV512: 3.
Specifications AC power adaptor Power requirements 110 – 240 V AC, 50/60Hz Power consumption AC-V16: 20 W AC-V16A: 22 W Output voltage DC OUT in operation mode 7.5 V, 1.8 A Battery charge terminal 10 V, 1.1 A in charge mode Application Operating temperature 32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to 40 °C) Storage temperature –4 °F to +140 °F (–20 °C to +60 °C) Dimensions Approx.
Identifying the parts CCD-TRV53 1 STOP REW PLAY FF !º PAUSE 2 !¡ 3 4 !™ 5 !£ 6 !¢ 7 !∞ 8 9 1 Tape transport buttons (p. 21, 22) π STOP 0 REW (rewind) · PLAY (playback) ) FF (fast forward) P PAUSE These buttons will function in PLAYER mode. 2 EDITSEARCH button (p. 19) 3 LASER LINK button (p. 46) CCD-TRV52/TRV53/TRV512 only 4 Accessory shoe 5 Transmitter CCD-TRV52/TRV53/TRV512 only 6 Lens cover 7 Recording lamp 68 8 Remote sensor (p. 73) Aim the Remote Commander here for remote control.
Identifying the parts !§ @¢ !• @∞ !ª @§ @º @¶ @¡ @• @™ @ª @£ #º #¡ !§ TIME button (p. 30) @∞ DISPLAY button (p. 21) !¶ DATE button (p. 30) @§ STEADY SHOT button (p. 39) !• Speaker @¶ START/STOP MODE switch (p.11, 14) !ª Recording lamp @• PICTURE EFFECT button (p. 33) @º Lithium battery compartment (p. 49) @ª MENU button (p. 27) @¡ LCD screen (p. 15, 16, 21, 74) #º COUNTER RESET button (p. 12) @™ 16:9 WIDE button (p. 35) #¡ END SEARCH button (p.
Identifying the parts #• #ª $º #™ $¡ #£ $™ #¢ $£ #∞ $¢ #§ $∞ #¶ #™ POWER switch (p. 11, 21) #£ PUSH OPEN button (p. 15, 16, 21) #¢ Focus dial (p. 36) #∞ FOCUS switch (p. 36) #§ PROGRAM AE button (p. 37) #¶ VOLUME button (p. 21) #• Eyecup (p. 58) #ª BRIGHT button (p. 15) $º STANDBY switch (p. 11) $¡ START/STOP button (p. 11) $™ LANC l control jack l stands for Local Application Control Bus system.
Identifying the parts %£ $§ %¢ $¶ %∞ $• %§ %¶ %º %¡ %™ %• $§ Eyecup release knob (p. 58) CCD-TRV32/TRV52/TRV312/TRV512 only %∞ RFU DC OUT (RFU adaptor DC out) jack $¶ EJECT knob (p. 10) %¶ MIC (microphone) jack $• Hooks for shoulder strap $ª Battery mounting surface (p. 9) %º FADER button (p. 31) Additional information $ª %§ AUDIO OUT jack (p. 45) Connect an external microphone (not supplied). This jack also accepts a “plugin-power” microphone. %• Tripod receptacle (p.
Identifying the parts Remote Commander Using the Remote Commander Make sure that COMMANDER is set to ON in the menu system. The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the camcorder function identically. 1 2 4 5 3 1 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control the camcorder after turning on the camcorder. 2 Tape transport buttons (p. 21, 22) 3 Size AA (R6) battery compartment 4 START/STOP button (p. 11) 5 Power zoom button (p.
Identifying the parts Remote control direction Aim the Remote Commander to the remote sensor within the range as shown below. 15˚ 15˚ 15˚ 15˚ 16ft (5m) Additional information 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. • This camcorder works at commander mode VTR 2.
Identifying the parts Operation indicators In the viewfinder and on the LCD screen 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 W FADER CINEMA MOSAIC T STBY 0:00:00 END SEARCH BRT AUTO DATE JUL 4 1 9 9 7 9 !º !¡ !™ !£ !¢ !∞ !§ !¶ !• !ª @º @¡ 1 Power zoom indicator (p. 13) !™ Mirror mode indicator (p. 16) 2 Manual focus indicaror (p. 36) !£ LP recording mode indicator (p. 11) 3 PROGRAM AE indicator (p. 37) !¢ Tape transport mode indicator (p. 11) 4 SteadyShot indicator (p. 39) !∞ Tape counter (p.
Warning 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 also in the display window. ≥: You can hear the beep sound when BEEP is set to ON in the menu system. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Additional information 1 JUL 4 1997 1 The battery is weak or dead. Slow flashing: The battery is weak. Fast flashing: The battery is dead.
Index A F, G, H Adjusting viewfinder ....... 12 ANTI GROUND SHOOTING ........................ 14 AUTO DATE ...................... 13 B Fade-in/Fade-out .............. FADER ................................ Fast-forward ....................... 5 sec. recording .................. High-speed shutter mode House current .................... BACK LIGHT ..................... 38 BEEP .............................. 12, 28 I, J, K, L S C LANC .................................. 70 LASER LINK .................
