3-859-428-12 (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 serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. CCD-TRV Model No. AC-V Serial No. Serial No.
Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam VisionTM 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. For the customers in the U.S.A.
Table of contents Before you begin Using this manual ................................... 4 Checking supplied accessories .............. 5 – for playback/editing – Watching on a TV screen ..................... 50 Editing onto another tape .................... 52 Recording from a VCR or TV .............. 54 Getting started Charging and installing the battery pack .................................................... 6 Inserting a cassette ................................
Before you begin Using this manual The instructions in this manual are for the three 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-TRV82 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-TRV82 only.
Checking supplied accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Before you begin 1 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 78) 5 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 78) 2 AC-V316/V316A AC power adaptor (1) (p. 6, 25) 6 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 50, 54) 3 NP-F530 Battery pack (1) (p. 6, 25) 4 CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p. 55) The lithium battery is already installed in your camcorder. 7 Shoulder strap (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. This camcorder operates with the “InfoLITHIUM“ battery. If you use any other battery to operate your camcorder, the camcorder may not operate or the battery life may be shortened. “InfoLITHIUM“ is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Charging and installing the battery pack 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.
Charging and installing the battery pack To remove the battery pack Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow. Notes on charging the battery pack • The CHARGE 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 CHARGE lamp does not light, disconnect the power cord. After about one minute, reconnect the power cord again.
Charging and installing the battery pack To remove the battery pack While pressing BATT RELEASE (PUSH), slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow. BATT RELEASE (PUSH) Getting started You can look at the demonstration of the functions available with this camcorder (p. 30).
Inserting a cassette Make sure that the power source is installed. When you want to record in the Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassette H. (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 facing out. (3) Close the cassette compartment by pressing the “PUSH” mark on the cassette compartment. The cassette compartment automatically goes down.
Basic operations Camera recording (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to CAMERA. (2) Turn STANDBY up to STANDBY. Basic operations 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 onetime events, you may want to make a trial recording to make sure that the camcorder is working correctly.
Camera recording 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. Then, eject the cassette and remove the battery pack.
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. This will ensure that you won’t miss any start-up scenes when you play back the tape. Note on the beep sound As indicated with ≥ in the illustration, a beep sounds when you turn the power on or when you start recording, and two beeps sound when you stop recording, confirming the operation.
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 function sparingly. “T” side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) “W” side:for wide-angle (subject appears farther away) W W T W T T Zooming speed (Variable speed zooming) Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom, move it further for a faster zoom.
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 OPEN, open the LCD panel. Basic operations (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 OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) Adjust the angle of the LCD panel. The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to this side and about 200 degrees to the other side. To adjust the brightness of the LCD screen, press LCD BRIGHT.
Camera recording 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 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 on the LCD screen (Mirror mode) and the date and remaining tape 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. Basic operations 1 2 3 • Place your right elbow against your side. • Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it. Be sure to not touch the built-in microphone. • 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 may be damaged. Be careful when placing the camcorder under sunlight or by a window [d].
Checking the recorded picture 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. 1 Basic operations (2) Turn STANDBY up to STANDBY. (3) Press the – (Œ) side of EDITSEARCH momentarily; the last few seconds of the recorded portion play back (Rec Review). You can monitor the sound from the speaker or headphones.
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. The video control buttons light up. (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. (4) Press · to start playback. (5) Adjust the volume using VOLUME.
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. Note on DISPLAY button Press DISPLAY to display the screen indicators on the LCD screen. To erase the indicators, press DISPLAY again. If the POWER switch is set to CAMERA, you can erase the indicator by pressing DISPLAY. To view the playback picture in the viewfinder Close the LCD panel. The viewfinder turns on automatically.
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 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 picture (End Search).
Advanced operations Using alternative power sources You can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack, the hause 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 Using alkaline batteries Use the battery case (supplied) and six size AA (LR6) Sony Alkaline batteries (not supplied). (1) Remove the battery holder from the battery case. (2) Insert six new alkaline batteries into the battery holder, following the marking on the holder to be sure the batteries are installed in the correct direction. (3) Insert the battery holder with the alkaline batteries.
Using alternative power sources 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). Connect the car battery cord to the camcorder in the same way as you connect the AC power adaptor. To remove the car battery charger The car battery charger is removed in the same way as the AC power adaptor. Advanced operations This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony video products.
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 item, then press the dial. (3) Turn the control dial to select the desired mode, and press the dial. If you want to change the other modes, repeat steps 2 and 3. (4) Press MENU to erase the menu display.
Changing the mode settings Selecting the mode setting of each item Items for both CAMERA and VTR modes COMMANDER • Select ON when using the supplied Remote Commander for the camcorder. • Select OFF when not using the Remote Commander. REC MODE* • Select SP when recording in SP (standard play) mode. • Select LP when recording in LP (long play) mode. Advanced operations LCD B. L.* • Normally select BRT NORMAL. • Select BRIGHT when the LCD screen is dark.
Changing the mode settings TITLE LANG* Select the language of the preset titles. TITLE1 SET*/TITLE2 SET* Store your own titles. D ZOOM* • Select ON to activate digital zooming. • Select OFF to not use the digital zoom. The camcorder goes back to 15x zoom. REC LAMP* • Select OFF when you do not want the camera recording/battery lamp at the front of the unit to light up. • Normally select ON.
Changing the mode settings Items for VTR mode only EDIT • Select ON to minimize picture deterioration when editing. • Normally select OFF. HiFi SOUND • Normally select STEREO. • Select 1 or 2 to play back a dual sound track tape. Note on TBC setting Set TBC to OFF when: • Playing back a tape you have dubbed over. • Playing back a tape on which you recorded the signal of a TV game or similar machine. • The playback picture fluctuates.
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 or mosaic while the sound increases. When fading out, the picture gradually fades to black or mosaic while the sound decreases. When fading in [a] (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press FADER until the FADER or M. (mosaic) FADER indicator flashes. (2) Press START/STOP to start recording. The fade indicator stops flashing.
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 (16:9 FULL). [b] CINEMA [c] [e] 16:9 FULL [d] Advanced operations CINEMA [a] 16:9 FULL [f] 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 can also watch the picture without black bands on a wide-screen TV [c].
Using the wide mode function Using the wide mode function While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press 16:9 WIDE repeatedly so that the desired mode indicator appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. CINEMA 16:9 WIDE 16:9 FULL 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.
Enjoying picture effect Selecting picture effect You can make pictures like those of television with the Picture Effect function. [a] [b] [c] [d] [e] [f] NEG. ART [b] The color and brightness of the picture is reversed. Advanced operations PASTEL [a] The contrast of the picture is emphasized, and the picture looks like an animated cartoon. SEPIA The picture is sepia. B&W The picture is monochrome (black and white).
Enjoying picture effect Using picture effect function (1) Press PICTURE EFFECT. (2) Turn the control dial to select the desired picture effect mode. 1 PICTURE EFFECT 2 SEL/ PUSH EXEC PASTEL NEG. ART SEPIA B&W SOLARIZE MOSAIC SLIM STRETCH 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 automatically to normal mode.
Focusing manually When to use manual focus In the following cases you should obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually. [a] [b] [d] Advanced operations • • • • • • • • [c] 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.
Focusing manually 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 FOCUS is held down. When it is released, manual focus mode is resumed. Use this function when shooting through a window or a screen, to focus on a most distant subject. Notes on manual focusing The following indicators may appear: when recording a very distant subject.
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. a A a Soft Portrait mode For zooming in on a still subject in telephoto mode, or for a subject behind an obstacle such as a screen. Creates a soft background for subjects such as people or flowers, and faithfully reproduces skin color.
Using the PROGRAM AE function Using the PROGRAM AE function (1) Press PROGRAM AE. (2) Turn the control dial to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode. 2 1 PROGRAM AE SEL/ PUSH EXEC a A 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 only on subjects in the middle to far distance.
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] Advanced operations [b] BACK LIGHT [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.
Adjusting the exposure When to adjust the exposure Adjust the exposure manually under the following cases. [a] [b] [a] • The background is too bright (back lighting) • Insufficient light: most of the picture is dark [b] • Bright subject and dark background • To record the darkness faithfully Adjusting the exposure (1) Press EXPOSURE. (2) Turn the control dial to adjust the brightness. 1 EXPOSURE 2 – + – + SEL/ PUSH EXEC To return to automatic exposure mode Press EXPOSURE again.
Adjusting the exposure Shooting in the dark We recommend you to use a video light (not supplied). To get the best color, you must maintain a sufficient light level. When you adjust the exposure manually • BACK LIGHT does not work. • If you press PROGRAM AE, the camcorder automatically returns to automatic exposure mode. Advanced operations Releasing the STEADY SHOT function When you shoot, the indicator appears in the viewfinder.
Superimposing a title You can select one of eight preset titles. You can also select the language, position, and color of titles in the menu system. Selecting the language (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select TITLE LANG, then press the dial. (3) Turn the control dial to select the desired language, then press the dial. (4) Press MENU to erase the menu display.
Superimposing a title Using titles To add the title from the beginning (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press TITLE repeatedly until the desired title appears. Each time a new title appears, it is flashing. When the desired title appears, wait for it to stop flashing. (2) Press START/STOP to start recording. To add the title while you are recording (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press TITLE repeatedly until the desired title appears. Each time a new title appears, it is flashing.
Superimposing a title To select the color of the title (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select TITLE COL, then press the dial. (3) Turn the control dial to select the desired color, then press the dial. You can chose from the following 7 colors: WHITE ˜ YELLOW ˜ VIOLET ˜ RED ˜ CYAN ˜ GREEN ˜ BLUE (4) Press MENU to erase the menu display.
Making your own titles You can make up to two titles and store them in the camcorder. We recommend to eject the cassette before you begin. Your title can have up to 22 characters. (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select TITLE1 SET or TITLE2 SET, then press the dial. (3) Turn the control dial to select the desired character, then press the dial. (4) Repeat step 3 until you finish the title. 1 , then press the dial.
Recording 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 time together. Except for the date or time indicator, no indicator in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen is recorded. The clock is already set to East Coast Standard Time at the factory. You can reset the clock in the menu system.
Optimizing the recording condition 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 ORC TO SET, then press the dial. “START/STOP KEY” flashes. (3) Press START/STOP. The camcorder takes about 10 seconds to check the tape condition and then returns to Standby mode.
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. Connecting directly to a VCR/TV with Video/Audio input jacks Open the jack cover.
Watching on a TV screen Using the AV cordless IR receiver – LASER LINK Once you connect the AV cordless IR receiver (not supplied) having the LASER LINK mark to your TV or VCR, you can easily view the picture on your TV. For details, refer to the instruction manual of the AV cordless IR receiver. LASER LINK is a system which transmits and receives a picture and sound between video equipment having the mark by using infrared rays. LASER LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Editing onto another tape You can create your own video programe 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. 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. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to VTR. (2) Set EDIT to ON in the menu system.
Editing onto another tape Starting editing Turn down the volume of the camcorder while editing. Otherwise, picture distortion may occur. (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, and insert your recorded tape into the camcorder. (2) Play back the recorded tape on the camcorder until you locate the point where you want to start editing, then press P to set the camcorder in playback pause mode. (4) Press P on the camcorder and VCR simultaneously to start editing.
Recording from a VCR or TV 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 connecting cable. Turn down the volume of the camcorder while editing. Otherwise, picture distortion may occur. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to VTR. (2) Press r REC and the button on the right together at the point where you want to start recording.
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 or Duracell DL-2025 lithium battery. Use of any other battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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, 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 the lithium battery down once and pull it out from the holder. (3) Install the lithium battery with the positive (+) side facing out.
Resetting the date and time You can reset the date and time in the menu system. (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select CLOCK SET, then press the dial. (3) Turn the control dial to adjust the desired year, then press the dial. (4) Set the month, day, hour and minutes by turning the control dial and pressing the dial. (5) Press MENU to erase the menu display.
Resetting the date and time 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: n n 1997 ˜ 1998 N · · · · n 2029 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.
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 battery will be used up more quickly, if you are recording in a cold environment. Turn STANDBY down when not recording to save battery power.
Tips for using the battery pack Notes on the rechargeable battery pack Caution Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 140°F (60°C), 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 inside the battery pack. This is not cause for concern and is normal.
Tips for using the battery pack Notes on the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack What is “InfoLITHIUM” How the battery consumption is displayed The power consumption of the camcorder changes depending on its use, such as how the autofocusing is working. While checking the condition of the camcorder, the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack measures the battery consumption and calculates the remaining battery power.
Tips for using the battery pack Notes on charging A brand-new battery pack A brand-new battery pack is not charged. Before using the battery pack, charge it completely. Recharge the battery pack whenever you like You do not have to discharge it before recharging. If you charged the battery pack fully but you did not use it for a long time, it becomes discharged. Then recharge the battery pack before use.
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 possible damage under these circumstances, the camcorder is furnished with moisture sensors. Please, take the following precautions.
Maintenance information and precautions Removing dust from inside the viewfinder — CCD-TRV62 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. 1 2 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. Then replace the screw.
Maintenance information and precautions Precautions Camcorder operation On handling tapes Do not insert anything in the small holes on the rear of the cassette. These holes are used to sense the type of tape, thickness of tape and if the recording tab is in or out. Additional information • 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.
Maintenance information and precautions 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. • Do not bend the AC power cord forcibly, or put a heavy object on it. This will damage the cord and may cause a fire or electrical shock.
Using your camcorder abroad Each country or area has its own electric and TV color systems. Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following points. Power sources You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC power adaptor within 110 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b]. AC-V316/V316A [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. Cause and/or Corrective Action • The battery pack is not installed. m Install the battery pack. (p. 8) • The battery is dead. m Use a charged battery pack. (p.
Trouble check Symptom The cassette cannot be removed from the holder. { and 6 indicators flash and no function except for cassette ejection works. The date or time indicator is flashing. The Steady Shot function does not activate. The autofocusing function does not work. The fader function does not work. No sound or only a low sound is heard when playing back a tape. Excessive high-pitched sound is heard. The date or time indicator disappears.
Trouble check Symptom A vertical band appears when shooting a very bright subject. Cause and/or Corrective Action • The camcorder is not malfunctioning. The playback picture is not clear. • EDIT is set to ON in the menu system. m Set it to OFF. (p. 31) The picture is “noisy”. • The video heads may be dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLH cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p. 63) The picture does not appear in the viewfinder. • The LCD panel is open. m Close the LCD panel. (p.
Trouble check AC power adaptor Symptom The VTR/CAMERA or CHARGE lamp does not light. The CHARGE lamp flashes. Cause and/or Corrective Action • Disconnect the power cord. After about 1 minute, reconnect the power cord. • See the following chart. When the CHARGE lamp flashes Check through the following chart. $ When the CHARGE lamp flashes again Install another battery pack. $ When the CHARGE lamp flashes again The problem is with the AC power adaptor.
Trouble check Self-diagnosis function If the self-diagnosis function works to prevent the camcorder from malfunctioning, the a fivedigit service number (combination of a letter and figures) flashes in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. In this case, check the following table. First three digits C21 C22 C23 C31 C32 E61 E62 H S P STBY C:21:00 53 min. Cause and/or Corrective Action • Moisture condensation has occurred. m Remove the cassette and leave the camcorder for at least 1 hour. (p.
Specifications Video camera recorder System LCD screen Picture CCD-TRV62/TRV72: 3.5 inches measured diagonally 2 7/8 x 2 in. (72.7 x 50.7 mm) CCD-TRV82: 4 inches measured diagonally 3 1/4 x 2 3/8 in. (80.7 x 58.9 mm) On-screen display TN LCD/TFT active matrix method Total dot number 3.5 inches: 105,380 (479 x 220) 4 inches: 112,086 (479 x 234) S video input/output 4-pin mini DIN Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohm, unbalanced Chrominance signal: 0.
Identifying the parts 1 !º !¡ 2 3 4 5 6 !™ !£ !¢ !∞ !§ !¶ 7 8 9 !• 1 Intelligent accessory shoe 9 VOLUME buttons (p. 22) 2 POWER switch (p. 11) 0 Eyecup 3 LCD BRIGHT buttons (p. 16) !¡ Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (CCD-TRV72/TRV82 only) (p. 12) 4 Display window (p. 81) 5 NEAR/FAR dial (p. 37) 6 FOCUS switch (p. 37) 7 Tripod receptacle (p. 19) Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 9/32 inch (6.
Identifying the parts !ª @§ @¶ @• @ª #º #¡ #™ #£ #¢ @∞ !ª EJECT switch (p. 10) @§ EDITSEARCH button (p. 21) @º 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. @¶ LASER LINK button (p. 51) @¡ Cassette compartment (p. 10) #¡ Remote sensor (p.
Identifying the Parts #∞ #§ $¡ #¶ $™ $£ #• $¢ #ª $∞ $º #∞ START/STOP MODE switch (p. 15) #§ STEADY SHOT switch (p. 43) #¶ Speaker (p. 21) #• LCD screen (p. 16) #ª Lithium battery compartment (p. 56) $º PICTURE EFFECT button (p. 35) $¡ Video control buttons (p. 22) π STOP (stop) 0 REW (rewind) · PLAY (playback) ) FF (fastforward) P PAUSE (pause) r REC (recording) 76 $§ $™ Lighting aperture (CCD-TRV72/TRV82 only) $£ Viewfinder (p. 12) $¢ COUNTER RESET button (p. 13) $∞ END SEARCH button (p.
Identifying the parts %™ %£ $¶ $• %¢ %∞ %¶ %• CCD-TRV62 $¶ TIME button (p. 48) $• DATE button (p. 48) $ª DISPLAY button (p. 23) %º TITLE button (p. 45) %¡ 16:9 WIDE button (p. 33) %™ Viewfinder lens adjustment ring (CCDTRV62 only) (p. 12) Additional information %§ $ª %º %¡ %£ Eyecup RELEASE knob (CCD-TRV62 only) (p. 64) %¢ FADER button (p. 32) %∞ BACK LIGHT button (p. 41) %§ PROGRAM AE button (p. 39) %¶ EXPOSURE button (p. 42) %• Control dial (p.
Identifying the Parts Remote Commander The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the camcorder function identically. 1 2 4 3 5 1 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control the camcorder after turning on the camcorder. 3 DISPLAY button (p. 23) 4 START/STOP button (p. 11) 5 Power zoom button (p. 14) 2 Video control buttons (p.
Identifying the parts To use the Remote Commander Make sure that the COMMANDER is set to ON in the menu system on the camcorder. MENU SEL/ PUSH EXEC SEL/ PUSH EXEC COMMANDER ON OFF [MENU]: END Additional information Remote control direction 5° 15 1/3 ft. (5m) 20° 20° 15° 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.
Identifying the parts Attaching the shoulder strap Attach the supplied shoulder strap to the hooks for the shoulder strap .
Identifying the parts Operation indicators Display window Viewfinder STBY 00:00:00 A W LP T FADER CINEMA MOSAIC VOL III ....... END SEARCH 40 min. AUTO DATE 12:00:00 AM !¡ !™ !£ !º !¢ !™ !∞ !£ !§ !¶ !• !ª @º @¡ @™ ORC SP LP AM PM 1 WIND indicator (p. 29) !¢ Video control mode (p. 12) 2 Manual focusing (p. 37) !∞ Tape counter (p. 13)/Self-diagnosis function indicator (p. 72) 3 PROGRAM AE indicator (p. 39) 4 Steady Shot indicator (p. 43) 5min 6 FADER indicator (p.
Warning 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 2 3 0min 5min 4 5 6 NO CASSETTE 7 C:21:00 8 CLEANING CASSETTE 9 C:31:00 JUL 4 1997 1 The battery is weak or dead. Slow flashing: The battery is weak. Fast flashing: The battery is dead. 6 Moisture condensation has occurred. 2 The tape is near the end. The flashing is slow. 8 Some other trouble has occurred.
Index A, B I, J, K, L Adjusting viewfinder ........ 12 AFM HiFi Sound .......... 31, 58 ANTI GROUND SHOOTING .................... 15 AUTO DATE ...................... 13 Auto focus ........................... 37 Backlight .............................. 41 Beach & Ski mode ............... 39 Beep ..................................... 13 LANC .................................. Landscape mode ................. LASER LINK ...................... Lithium battery .................. Camera recording ............
Sony Corporation Printed in Japan
