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| Cassette format | Hi8 |
| Video standard | PAL |
| Sensor type | CCD |
| Optical zoom | 20x |
| Digital zoom | 80x |
| Lens aperture | f/1.4 - f/3.6 |
| Color LCD screen | 2.5 inches |
| Image stabilization | Electronic (EIS) |
| Night vision | Infrared NightShot |
| Microphone | Integrated |
| Digital special effects | Sepia, solarization, mosaic, negative |
| Battery | InfoLITHIUM NP-F series |
| AV connectivity | Composite audio/video output |
| Remote control | Provided |
5 questions about this device. Answer the ones you know or ask your own.
The SONY CCD-TRV48E camcorder weighs approximately 800 grams, excluding the battery and accessories. This lightweight design makes it easy to transport and use for extended recordings.
Yes, the Sony CCD-TRV48E camcorder is compatible with Hi8 format tapes. It can play and record on Hi8 tapes, as well as on Video8 and Digital8 (DV) formats. This compatibility allows you to view and transfer your videos recorded on Hi8 tapes without difficulty.
The SONY CCD-TRV48E camcorder comes with a 1-year manufacturer's warranty from the date of purchase. This warranty covers manufacturing defects and malfunctions of the electronic and mechanical equipment under normal use.
The warranty includes free repair or replacement of defective parts detected during this period. However, certain wear items such as the playback head, compression rollers, or lithium battery are generally not covered as they deteriorate with normal use.
To benefit from this warranty, you must keep your proof of purchase (invoice or receipt) and strictly adhere to the usage conditions. The camcorder must be protected from moisture and rain, not exposed to temperatures exceeding 60°C (140°F), and you should not point the viewfinder or LCD screen directly at the sun.
The duration and specific conditions of the warranty may vary slightly depending on the country of purchase, the distributor, or the retailer. Some points of sale offer additional paid warranty extensions, particularly for wear parts. To know the exact terms applicable to your purchase, it is recommended to consult your purchase document or directly contact the seller who provided it.
Yes, there are compatible replacement batteries for the SONY CCD-TRV48E camcorder. These batteries are designed to fit perfectly with this model and ensure optimal battery life.
By following these tips, you can easily replace the battery of your camcorder and continue using it without interruption.
The SONY CCD-TRV48E camcorder records at 25 frames per second (fps) according to the PAL video standard, which is the standard used in Europe and many other regions.
This recording speed is inherent to the PAL standard and cannot be changed. It ensures smooth playback compatible with PAL televisions and playback devices.
The camcorder can, however, play tapes recorded in the NTSC standard (American standard at 30 fps), but it always records in PAL at 25 fps. This limitation ensures maximum compatibility with European televisions and players.
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Handycam Vision™
InfoLITHIUM
TM
SERIES
video Hi8 XR
CCD-TRV87E Hi 8
video Hi8
CCD-TRV67E Hi 8
Video 8 XR
CCD-TRV37E/TRV48E/TRV57E 8
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.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a 5 AMP fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362 (i.e., marked with ◆ or ⚙ mark) must be used.
If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.
Checking supplied accessories 5
Quick Start Guide 6
Using this manual 10
Step 1 Preparing the power supply ...... 13
Installing the battery pack.... 13
Charging the battery pack.... 14
Connecting to the mains 19
Step 2 Inserting a cassette.... 21
Recording a picture 22
Shooting backlit subjects (BACK LIGHT) 28
Shooting in the dark (NightShot) 29
Superimposing the date and time on pictures 31
Checking the recording - END SEARCH / EDITSEARCH / Rec Review ...... 32
Playing back a tape.... 34
Viewing the recording on TV 38
Recording a still image on a tape - Tape Photo recording (CCD-TRV87E only) 41
Using the wide mode 44
Using the fader function 46
Using special effects - Picture effect 49
Using special effects - Digital effect (CCD-TRV87E only) .... 51
Using the PROGRAM AE function...... 54
Adjusting the exposure manually.... 57
Focusing manually 58
Superimposing a title 60
Making your own titles 62
Using the built-in light (CCD-TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E only) 64
Playing back a tape with digital effects (CCD-TRV87E only) 67
Dubbing a tape.... 68
Changing the menu settings 70
Resetting the date and time.... 82
Usable cassettes and playback modes ..... 84
Changing the lithium battery in your camcorder 87
Troubleshooting.... 89
Self-diagnosis display 92
Warning indicators and messages ...... 93
Using your camcorder abroad 99
Maintenance information and precautions 100
Specifications.... 105
Identifying the parts and controls...... 109
Quick Function Guide ...... 119
Index 121
Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder.
1 Wireless Remote Commander (1)
(p. 115)
CCD-TRV48E/TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E
only
② AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Mains lead (1) (p. 14)
3 NP-F330 battery pack (1) (p. 13, 14)
4 CR2025 lithium battery (1) (p. 87)
The lithium battery is already installed in your camcorder.
⑤ R6 (size AA) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 115)
CCD-TRV48E/TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E only
6 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 38)
* for stereo model
7 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 111)
8 21-pin adaptor (1) (p. 39)
Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, video tape, etc.
This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information.
Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 13).
AC power adaptor (supplied)
1 Slide EJECT in the direction of the arrow while pressing the small blue button.
2 Insert a cassette into the cassette compartment with its window facing out.
3 Close the cassette compartment by pressing the PUSH mark on the cassette compartment. The cassette compartment automatically goes down.
Do not pick up your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the LCD panel or the battery pack.
The instructions in this manual are for the five models listed in the table on the next page. Before you start reading this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder. The CCD-TRV87E 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-TRV87E only.”
As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on your camcorder are shown in capital letters.
e.g. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
When you carry out an operation, you can hear a beep sound to indicate that the operation is being carried out.
TV colour systems differ from country to country. To view your recordings on a TV, you need a PAL system-based TV.
Television programmes, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the copyright laws.
[b]
[c]
Install the battery pack to use your camcorder outdoors.
Slide the battery pack down until it clicks.
Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing ↓ BATT RELEASE down.
Do not carry your camcorder by holding the battery pack. If you do so, the battery pack may slide off your camcorder unintentionally, damaging your camcorder.
Use the battery pack after charging it for your camcorder.
Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (L series).
(1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the plug's ▲ mark facing up.
(2) Connect the mains lead to the AC power adaptor.
(3) Connect the mains lead to the mains.
(4) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHARGE). Charging begins. The remaining battery time is indicated in minutes on the display window.
When the remaining battery indicator changes to □, normal charge is completed. To fully charge the battery (full charge), leave the battery pack attached for about 1 hour after normal charge is completed until FULL appears in the display window. Fully charging the battery allows you to use the battery longer than usual.
The remaining battery time indicator in the display window roughly indicates the recording time with the viewfinder.
The battery pack is charged a little before it leaves the factory.
“----min” appears in the display window.
Approximate number of minutes to charge an empty battery pack
Approximate number of minutes when you use a fully charged battery
Numbers in parentheses “( )” indicate the time using a normally charged battery.
* Approximate continuous recording time at 25°C (77°F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment.
** Approximate number of minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/stop, zooming and turning the power on/off. The actual battery life may be shorter.
Approximate number of minutes when you use a fully charged battery
Numbers in parentheses “( )” indicate the time using a normally charged battery. The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment.
Disconnect the AC power adaptor from the DC IN jack on your camcorder.
The indicator may not be correct, depending on the conditions in which you are recording. When you close the LCD panel and open it again, it takes about 1 minute for the correct remaining battery time to be displayed.
The “InfoLITHIUM” is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange data such as battery consumption with compatible electronic equipment. This unit is compatible with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L series). Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery. “InfoLITHIUM” L series battery packs have the ① InfoLITHIUM mark. “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
When you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from the mains using the AC power adaptor.
(1) Open the DC IN jack cover, and connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the plug's ▲ mark facing up.
(2) Connect the mains lead to the AC power adaptor.
(3) Connect the mains lead to the mains.
The set is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the mains, even if the set itself has been turned off.
Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (not supplied).
When you want to record in the Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassette Hi8. (CCD-TRV67E/TRV87E only)
(1) Prepare the power supply (p. 13).
(2) Slide EJECT in the direction of the arrow while pressing the small blue button. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens.
(3) Insert a cassette with its window facing out and the tab on the cassette up.
(4) Close the cassette compartment by pressing the PUSH mark on the cassette compartment. The cassette compartment automatically goes down.
Slide EJECT in the direction of the arrow while pressing the small blue button.
Do not press the cassette compartment down.
Doing so may cause malfunction.
Slide the write-protect tab on the cassette to expose the red mark.
Your camcorder automatically focuses for you.
(1) Install the power source and insert a cassette. See “Step 1” and “Step 2” for more information (p. 13 to 21).
(2) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. The lens cover opens.
(3) Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. The viewfinder automatically turns off.
(4) Turn STANDBY to STANDBY.
(5) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The “REC” indicator appears. The camera recording lamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up. To stop recording, press START/STOP again.
The recording lamp lights up in the viewfinder when you record with the viewfinder.
Fasten the grip strap firmly. Do not touch the built-in microphone during recording.
You can make the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene smooth as long as you do not eject the cassette. When you exchange the battery pack in the recording mode, set STANDBY to LOCK.
Your camcorder automatically turns off. This is to save battery power and to prevent battery and tape wear. To resume the standby mode, turn STANDBY down and up again. To start recording, press START/STOP.
To set the counter to 0:00:00
Press COUNTER RESET (p. 112).
(1) Turn STANDBY down to LOCK.
(2) Close the LCD panel.
(3) Eject the cassette.
(4) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHARGE).
Remove the battery pack from your camcorder to avoid turning on the built-in light.
To adjust the brightness of the LCD screen, press either of the two buttons on LCD BRIGHT. The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the viewfinder side and about 180 degrees to the lens side.
If you turn the LCD panel over so that it faces the other way, the ⚙️ indicator appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD screen (Mirror mode).
When closing the LCD panel, set it vertically until it clicks, and swing it into the camcorder body.
When using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode, the viewfinder automatically turns off.
The LCD screen may be difficult to see. If this happens, we recommend that you use the viewfinder.
The picture on the LCD is a mirror-image. However, the picture will be normal when recorded.
DATE and TIME on your camcorder do not work.
Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.
Using the zoom function sparingly results in better-looking recordings.
“T” side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) “W” side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away)
Zoom greater than 20× is performed digitally. To activate digital zoom, select the digital zoom power in D ZOOM in the menu settings. (p. 70) The picture quality deteriorates as the picture is processed digitally.
The right side of the bar shows the digital zooming zone.
The digital zooming zone appears when you select the digital zoom power in D ZOOM in the menu settings./
When you shoot close to a subject If you cannot get a sharp focus, move the power zoom lever to the “W” side until the focus is sharp. You can shoot a subject that is at least about 80 cm (about 2 feet 5/8 inch) away from the lens surface in the telephoto position, or about 1 cm (about 1/2 inch) away in the wide-angle position.
If you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus.
Lift up the viewfinder and move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever.
The indicators are not recorded on tape.
When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the backlight function.
Press BACK LIGHT in the recording or standby mode.
The ☑ indicator appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.
To cancel, press BACK LIGHT again.
The backlight function will be canceled.
The NightShot function enables you to shoot a subject in a dark place. For example, you can satisfactorily record the environment of nocturnal animals for observation when you use this function.
While your camcorder is in the standby mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON.
☐ and “NIGHTSHOT” indicators flash on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. To cancel the NightShot function, slide NIGHTSHOT to OFF.
The Super NightShot mode makes subjects more than four times brighter than those recorded in the NightShot mode.
(1) Slide NIGHTSHOT to ON in the standby mode. ◎ indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.
(2) Press SUPER NIGHTSHOT. S ^① and “SUPER NIGHTSHOT” indicators flash on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.
To cancel the Super NightShot mode, press SUPER NIGHTSHOT again.
The picture will be clearer with the NightShot Light on. To enable NightShot Light, set N.S.LIGHT to ON in the menu settings (p. 70).
The shutter speed will be automatically changed depending on the brightness of the scene.
NightShot Light rays are infrared and so are invisible. The maximum shooting distance using the NightShot Light is about 3 m (10 feet).
The shooting distance will be twice or more in the Super NightShot mode (CCD-TRV87E only).
You can record the date or time displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen superimposed on the picture.
Carry out the following operations in the standby or recording mode.
Press DATE to record the date.
Press TIME to record the time.
Press DATE (or TIME), then press TIME (or DATE) to record the date and time.
Press DATE and/or TIME again. The date and/or time indicator disappears.
The default clock setting is set to London time for United Kingdom and to Paris time for the other European countries. You can reset the clock in the menu settings (p. 70).
The date and time indicators recorded manually cannot be deleted.
Record the date and time in the black screen as the background for about 10 seconds, then erase the date and time indicators before starting actual recording.
You can use these buttons to check the recorded picture or shoot so that the transition between the last recorded scene and the next scene you record is smooth.
You can go to the end of the recorded section after you record.
Press END SEARCH in the standby mode.
The last 5 seconds of the recorded section are played back and playback stops. You can monitor the sound from the speaker, headphones (CCD-TRV87E only) or an earphone (CCD-TRV37E/TRV48E/TRV57E/TRV67E only).
If you start recording after using the end search function, occasionally, the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene may not be smooth.
Once you eject the cassette after you have recorded on the tape
The end search function does not work.
You can search for the next recording start point.
Hold down the + / - (G) side of EDITSEARCH in the standby mode. The recorded section is played back.
+: to go forward
- : to go backward
Release EDITSEARCH to stop playback. If you press START/STOP, re-recording begins from the point you released EDITSEARCH. You cannot monitor the sound.
You can check the last recorded section.
Press the - (→) side of EDITSEARCH
momentarily in the standby mode.
The last few seconds of the recorded section are played back. You can monitor the sound from the speaker, headphones (CCD-TRV87E only) or an earphone (CCD-TRV37E/TRV48E/TRV57E/TRV67E only).
You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. If you close the LCD panel, you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfineder. You can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. (CCD-TRV48E/TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E only)
(1) Install the power source and insert the recorded tape.
(2) Set the POWER switch to PLAYER while pressing the small green button.
(3) Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN.
(4) Press ◀◀ to rewind the tape.
(5) Press ▶ to start playback.
(6) To adjust the volume, press either of the two buttons on VOLUME. The speaker on your camcorder is silent when the LCD panel is closed.
When monitoring on the LCD screen You can turn the LCD panel over and move it back to the camcorder body with the LCD screen facing out [a]. You can adjust the angle of the LCD panel by lifting the LCD panel up by 15 degrees [b].
[b]
Press DISPLAY on your camcorder or the Remote Commander (CCD-TRV48E/TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E only) supplied with your camcorder. The indicators appear on the LCD screen. To make the indicators disappear, press DISPLAY again.
To operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to PLAYER.
Press || during playback. To resume playback, press || or ▶.
Press ▶▶ in the stop mode. To resume normal playback, press ▶.
Press ◀◀ in the stop mode. To resume normal playback, press ▶.
Keep pressing ◀◀ or ▶▶ during playback. To resume normal playback, release the button.
Keep pressing ◀◀ while rewinding or ▶▶ while advancing the tape. To resume rewinding or advancing, release the button.
- CCD-TRV48E/TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E only Press ▶ on the Remote Commander during playback. To resume normal playback, press ▶.
Press END SEARCH in the stop mode. The last 5 seconds of the recorded section plays back and stops.
In the various playback modes Sound is muted.
When the playback pause mode lasts for 5 minutes
Your camcorder automatically enters the stop mode. To resume playback, press ▶.
If slow playback lasts for about 1 minute (CCD-TRV48E/TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E only)
Your camcorder automatically returns to normal speed.
When you play back a tape recorded (CCD-TRV37E/TRV48E/TRV57E/TRV67E only)
Noise may appear during playback pause mode, slow playback (CCD-TRV48E/TRV57E/TRV67E only) or picture search.
When you play back a tape in reverse
Horizontal noise appears at the center or top and bottom of the screen. This is normal.
The tapes recorded in the Hi8 format (CCD-TRV37E/TRV48E/TRV57E only)
You can play back the tapes recorded in the Hi8 video system on your camcorder.
Connect your camcorder to your TV or VCR with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder to watch the playback picture on the TV screen. You can operate the playback control buttons in the same way as when you monitor playback pictures on the LCD screen. When monitoring the playback picture on the TV screen, we recommend that you power your camcorder from the mains using the AC power adaptor (p. 19). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV or VCR.
Open the jack cover. Connect your camcorder to the TV using the A/V connecting cable. Then, set the TV/VCR selector on the TV to VCR.
Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR by using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE.
Connect the yellow plug for video and the white plug for audio on both your camcorder and the TV or the VCR (you do not connect the red plug). With this connection, the sound is monaural.
Use the 21-pin adaptor supplied with your camcorder.
Use a PAL system RFU adaptor (not supplied). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV or VCR and the RFU adaptor. With an RFU adaptor, the sound is monaural even on stereo models.
If your TV or VCR has an S video jack (CCD-TRV67E/TRV87E only)
Connect using an S video cable (not supplied) to obtain high-quality pictures. With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect the S video cable (not supplied) to the S video jacks on both your camcorder and the TV or the VCR.
Monitoring the picture from a TV or VCR (CCD-TRV87E only)
You can monitor the picture on the LCD screen. Connect your camcorder to the outputs on the TV or VCR.
Once you connect the AV cordless IR receiver (not supplied) 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.
(1) After connecting your TV and AV cordless IR receiver, set the POWER switch on the AV cordless IR receiver to ON.
(2) Turn the TV on and set the TV/VCR selector on the TV to VCR.
(3) Press S.LASER LINK. The lamp of S.LASER LINK lights up.
(4) Press ▶ on your camcorder to start playback.
(5) Point the SUPER LASER LINK emitter at the AV cordless IR receiver. Adjust the position of your camcorder and the AV cordless IR receiver to obtain clear playback pictures.
Press S.LASER LINK. The lamp on the S.LASER LINK button goes out.
If you turn the power off
Super laser link turns off automatically.
Note
When super laser link is activated (the S.LASER LINK button is lit), your camcorder consumes power. Press S.LASER LINK to turn off the super laser link function when it is not needed.
You can record a still picture like a photograph. This mode is useful when you want to record a picture such as a photograph or when you print a picture using a video printer (not supplied).
This mode records a still picture for about seven seconds./
(1) While your camcorder is in the standby mode, select the photo mode in the menu settings (p. 70).
(2) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a still picture appears. The CAPTURE indicator appears. Recording does not start yet. To change the still picture, release PHOTO, select a still picture again, and then press and hold PHOTO lightly.
(3) Press PHOTO deeper.
The still picture in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen is recorded for about seven seconds. The sound during those seven seconds is also recorded.
The still image is displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen until recording is completed.
2
PHOTO
CAPTURE
3
PHOTO
●●●●●●●
- During tape photo recording, you cannot change the mode or setting of the following functions:
- Digital effect
- Fader
- PROGRAM AE
- Picture effect
- Exposure
- Wide mode
- Backlight
- Super NightShot
- The PHOTO button does not work:
- while the digital effect function is set or in use.
- while the fader function is in use.
- When recording a still picture, do not shake your camcorder. The picture may fluctuate.
Press PHOTO deeper. The still picture is then recorded for about seven seconds and your camcorder returns to the standby mode. You cannot select another still picture.
You can print a still picture by using the video printer (not supplied). Connect the video printer using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder.
Connect the yellow plug of the cable to the video jack on both your camcorder the video printer. Refer to the operating instructions of the video printer as well.
If the video printer is equipped with S video input
Use the S video connecting cable (not supplied). Connect it to the S VIDEO jack and the S video input of the video printer.
You can record a cinema-like picture (CINEMA) or a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9FULL). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV.
Black bands appear on the screen during recording in the CINEMA mode [a], playing back on a normal TV [b] or a wide-screen TV [c]. If you set the screen mode of the wide-screen TV to the zoom mode, a picture without black bands appears [d].
The picture during recording in the 16:9FULL mode [e], or playing back on a normal TV [f] or a wide-screen TV [g] is horizontally compressed. If you set the screen mode of the wide-screen TV to the full mode, you can watch pictures of normal images [h].
In the standby mode, set 16:9WIDE to CINEMA or 16:9FULL in the menu settings (p. 70).
Set 16:9WIDE to OFF in the menu settings.
If the wide mode is set to 16:9FULL (CCD-TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E only)
The SteadyShot function does not work. If you select 16:9FULL in the menu settings when the SteadyShot function is working, 🔊 flashes and the SteadyShot function does not function.
You cannot select the old movie function with DIGITAL EFFECT (CCD-TRV87E only) and the bounce function with FADER.
When you record in the 16:9FULL mode, the date or time indicator will be widened on wide-screen TVs.
You cannot change or cancel the wide mode. When you cancel the wide mode, set your camcorder to the standby mode and then set 16:9WIDE to OFF.
You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance.
When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to colour.
When fading out the picture gradually changes from colour to black-and-white.
^1) You can use this function only when D ZOOM is set to OFF.
^2) CCD-TRV87E only
^*3) CCD-TRV87E only. The sound does not wipe away.
In the standby mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes.
In the recording mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes.
The indicator changes as follows:
FADER → M.FADER → STRIPE →
BOUNCE → MONOTONE → OVERLAP
(CCD-TRV87E only) WIPE (CCD-TRV87E only) no indicator
The last selected fader mode is indicated first of all.
(2) Press START/STOP. The fader indicator stops flashing.
After the fade in/out is carried out: Your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode.
Before the fade in/out is carried out: Before pressing START/STOP, press FADER until the indicator disappears.
You cannot use the following functions while using the fader function. Also, you cannot use the fader function while using the following functions.
The date, time indicator and title do not fade in or fade out
Erase them before operating the fader function if they are not needed.
Your camcorder stores the image on the tape. As the image is being stored, the WIPE or OVERLAP indicator flashes quickly, and the picture you are shooting disappears from the viewfinder.
Depending on the tape condition, the picture may not be recorded clearly.
While using the bounce function, you cannot use the following functions:
The BOUNCE indicator does not appear in the following mode or functions:
You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on the TV.
PASTEL [a] : The contrast of the picture is emphasized, and the picture looks like an animated cartoon.
NEG. ART [b]: The colour and brightness of the picture is reversed.
SEPIA : The picture is sepia.
B&W : The picture is monochrome (black-and-white).
SOLARIZE [c]: The light intensity is clearer, and the picture looks like an illustration.
MOSAIC [d]: The picture is mosaic.
SLIM [e]: The picture expands vertically.
STRETCH [f]: The picture expands horizontally.
(1) Press PICTURE EFFECT in the standby or recording mode.
The picture effect indicator appears.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired picture effect mode.
The indicator changes as follows:
PASTEL NEG.ART SEPIA
B&W ↔ SOLARIZE ↔ MOSAIC ↔
SLIM ↔ STRETCH
Press PICTURE EFFECT.
While using the picture effect function (CCD-TRV87E only)
You cannot select the old movie mode with DIGITAL EFFECT.
When you turn the power off
Your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode.
You can add special effects to recorded pictures using the various digital functions. The sound is recorded normally.
You can record a still picture so that it is superimposed on a moving picture.
You can record still pictures successively at constant intervals.
You can swap a brighter area in a still picture with a moving picture.
You can record the picture so that an incidental image like a trail is left.
You can slow down the shutter speed. The slow shutter mode is good for recording dark pictures more brightly.
You can add an old movie type atmosphere to pictures. Your camcorder automatically sets the wide mode to CINEMA, picture effect to SEPIA, and the appropriate shutter speed.
(1) While your camcorder is in the standby or recording mode, press DIGITAL EFFECT. The digital effect indicator appears.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired digital effect mode.
The indicator changes as follows:
STILL ↔ FLASH ↔ LUMI. ↔ TRAIL ↔
SLOW SHTR ↔ OLD MOVIE
(3) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The indicator lights up and the bars appear. In the STILL and LUMI. modes, the still picture is stored in memory.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the effect as follows:
STILL – The rate of the still picture you want to superimpose on the moving picture
FLASH - The interval of flash motion
LUMI. - The colour scheme of the area in the still picture which is to be swapped with a moving picture
TRAIL - The vanishing time of the incidental image
SLOW SHTR - Shutter speed. The larger the shutter speed number, the slower the shutter speed
OLD MOVIE – No adjustment necessary
The more bars there are on screen, the stronger the digital effect. The bars appear in the following modes: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL.
Press DIGITAL EFFECT. The digital effect indicator disappears.
The digital effect will be automatically canceled.
Auto focus may not be effective. Focus manually using a tripod.
Shutter speed
| Shutter speed number | Shutter speed |
| SLOW SHTR 1 | 1/25 |
| SLOW SHTR 2 | 1/12 |
| SLOW SHTR 3 | 1/6 |
| SLOW SHTR 4 | 1/3 |
You can select PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to suit your specific shooting requirements.
This mode prevents people's faces, for example, from appearing excessively white when shooting subjects lit by strong light in the theatre.
This mode brings out the subject while creating a soft background for subjects such as people or flowers.
This mode minimizes shake on fast-moving subjects such as in tennis or golf.
This mode prevents people's faces from appearing dark in strong light or reflected light, such as at a beach in midsummer or on a ski slope.
This mode allows you to maintain atmosphere when you are recording sunsets, general night views, fireworks displays and neon signs.
This mode is for when you are recording distant subjects such as mountains and prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows when you are recording a subject behind glass or a screen.
This mode makes subjects brighter in insufficient light.
(1) Press PROGRAM AE in the standby mode. The PROGRAM AE indicator appears.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode.
The indicator changes as follows:
The following functions do not work in the PROGRAM AE mode:
Slow shutter (CCD-TRV87E only)
- The following functions do not work in the low lux mode (CCD-TRV87E only):
- If you press PROGRAM AE when using the NightShot function, the PROGRAM AE indicator flashes and the PROGRAM AE function does not work.
Flickering or changes in colour may occur in the following modes. If this happens, turn the PROGRAM AE function off.
You can manually adjust and set the exposure. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases:
• The subject is backlit
• Bright subject and dark background
• To record dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully
(1) Press EXPOSURE in the standby or recording mode.
The exposure indicator appears.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the brightness.
Press EXPOSURE again.
When you adjust the exposure manually, the following function and modes do not work:
Your camcorder automatically returns to the automatic exposure mode:
- if you change the PROGRAM AE mode
- if you slide NIGHTSHOT to ON
You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases:
(1) Set FOCUS to MANUAL in the standby or recording mode. The F ^2 indicator appears.
(2) Turn NEAR/FAR to sharpen focus.
To return to the autofocus mode Set FOCUS to AUTO.
When you press FOCUS down to INFINITY, the lens focuses on infinity and ▲ indicator appears. When you release FOCUS, your camcorder returns to the manual focus mode. Use this mode when your camcorder focuses on near objects even though you are trying to shoot a distant object.
Adjust the zoom by first focusing at the “T” (telephoto) position and then shooting at the “W” (wide-angle) positon. This makes focusing easier.
When you shoot close to the subject Focus at the end of the “W” (wide-angle) position.
changes to the following indicators:
▲ when recording a distant subject.
when the subject is too close to focus on.
You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles (p. 62). You can also select the language, colour, size and position of titles.
(1) Press TITLE in the standby mode.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ☐, then press the dial.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired title, then press the dial. The titles are displayed in the language you selected.
(4) Change the colour, size, or position, if necessary.
① Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the colour, size, or position, then press the dial. The item appears.
② Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired item, then press the dial.
③ Repeat steps ① and ② until the title is laid out as desired.
(5) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial again to complete the setting.
(6) Press START/STOP to start recording.
(7) When you want to stop recording the title, press TITLE.
Press TITLE while you are recording, and carry out steps 2 to 5. When you press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial at step 5, the title is superimposed.
If you want to change the language, select ☐ before step 2. Then select the desired language and return to step 2.
Both the date and time or either of them may not be displayed depending on the size or position of the title.
The title is not recorded while the menu or title menu is displayed.
If you want to use the custom title, select ☐ in step 2.
If you have not made any custom title, “----...” appears on the display.
You cannot input more than 13 characters in LARGE size.
- The title position changes as follows: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 The larger the position number, the lower the title is positioned.
When you select the title size “LARGE”, you cannot choose position 9.
When you select the title size “LARGE” in the CINEMA mode, you cannot choose position 8 nor 9.
When you are selecting and setting the title You cannot superimpose the title displayed on the screen.
The beep does not sound.
You can make up to two titles and store them in your camcorder. Each title can have up to 20 characters.
(1) Press TITLE in the standby or PLAYER mode.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the first line (CUSTOM1) or second line (CUSTOM2), then press the dial.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the column of the desired character, then press the dial.
(5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired character, then press the dial.
(6) Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you have selected all characters and completed the title.
(7) To finish making your own titles, turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [SET], then press the dial. The title is stored in memory.
(8) Press TITLE to make the title menu disappear.
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In step 3, select CUSTOM1 or CUSTOM2, depending on which title you want to change, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [←], then press the dial to delete the title. The last character is erased. Enter the new title as desired.
If you take 5 minutes or longer to enter characters in the standby mode while a cassette is in your camcorder
The power automatically goes off. The characters you have entered remain stored in memory. Turn STANDBY down once and then up again, then proceed from step 1.
We recommend setting the POWER switch to PLAYER or removing the cassette so that your camcorder does not automatically turn off while you are entering title characters.
If you select [→P2]
The menu for selecting alphabet and Russian characters appear. Select [ P1] to return to the previous screen.
To delete the title
Select [←]. The last character is erased.
You can use the built-in light to suit your shooting situation. The recommended distance between the subject and camcorder is about 1.5 m (5 feet).
Slide LIGHT to ON while your camcorder is in the standby mode. The built-in light turns on.
The built-in light turns on/off by turning STANDBY to STANDBY/LOCK.
Slide LIGHT to OFF.
Slide LIGHT to AUTO.
The built-in light automatically turns on and off according to the ambient brightness.
However, the built-in light automatically turns off if the built-in light turns on for more than about 5 minutes. In this case, turn STANDBY down once and up again.
Be careful not to touch the lighting section, because the plastic window and surrounding surfaces are hot while the light is on. It remains hot for a while after the light is turned off.
Not to be handled by children.
Emits intense heat and light.
Use with caution to reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons.
Do not direct light at persons or materials from less than 1.22 m (4 feet) during use and until cool.
Slide LIGHT to OFF when not in use.
Use the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp (not supplied). The supplied halogen lamp is not on the market. Purchase the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp.
Remove the power source before replacing the bulb.
(1) Remove the built-in light unit while pushing the hole under the built-in light unit using a wire.
(2) Turn the bulb housing counterclockwise and detach from the built-in light unit.
(3) Replace the bulb using a dry cloth.
(4) Attach the bulb housing turning it clockwise, then replace the built-in light unit.
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To prevent the bulb from being smudged with finger prints, handle it with a dry cloth, etc. If the bulb is smudged, wipe it completely.
During playback, you can process a scene using the digital effect functions: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL.
(1) During playback, press DIGITAL EFFECT and turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial until the desired digital effect indicator (STILL, FLASH, LUMI. or TRAIL) flashes.
(2) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
The digital effect indicator lights up and the bars appear. In the STILL or LUMI mode, the picture where you press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial is stored in memory as a still picture.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the effect.
For details of each digital effect function, see page 51.
Press DIGITAL EFFECT.
The digital effect function is automatically canceled.
Connect your camcorder to the VCR using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder.
(1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, and insert the recorded tape into your camcorder.
(2) Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR for more information.
(3) Set the POWER switch to PLAYER.
(4) Play back the recorded tape on your camcorder.
(5) Start recording on the VCR.
Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR for more information.
Press ■ on both your camcorder and the VCR.
Set EDIT to ON in the menu settings before dubbing.
If you have displayed the screen indicators on the TV
Make the indicators disappear by pressing DISPLAY so that they will not be superimposed on the edited tape.
You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems
8 mm, Hi8 Hi8, Digital8, VHS VHS, SVHS
S-VHS, VHSC VHSC, S VHSC S-VHSC,
Betamax, Mini DV mini DV or DV DV
If your VCR is a monaural type (CCD-TRV87E only)
Connect the yellow plug for video and the white plug for audio on both your camcorder and the VCR. You do not connect the red plug. With this connection, the sound will be monaural.
Connect using an S video cable (not supplied) to obtain high-quality pictures (CCD-TRV67E/TRV87E only)
With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable.
Connect an S video cable (not supplied) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and the VCR.
To change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The default settings can be partially changed. First, select the icon, then the menu item and then the mode.
(1) In the standby or PLAYER mode, press MENU.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired icon, then press the dial to set.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired item, then press the dial to set.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired mode, and press the dial to set.
(5) If you want to change other items, select ➕ RETURN and press the dial, then repeat steps from 2 to 4.
For details, see “Selecting the mode setting of each item” (p. 72).
Menu items are displayed as the following icons:
CAMERA SET
PLAYER SET
LCD SET
TAPE SET
SETUP MENU
ETC OTHERS
Depending on your camcorder model
The menu display may be different from that in this illustration.
CAMERA SET
PLAYER SET
LCD SET
TAPE SET
SETUP MENU
ETC OTHERS
● is the default setting.
Menu items differ according to whether the POWER switch is set to PLAYER or CAMERA. The LCD screen shows only the items you operte at the moment.
| Icon/item | Mode | Meaning | POWER switch |
| D ZOOM | ● OFF | If you set to OFF, digital zoom is deactivated and up to 20× is carried out. | CAMERA |
| ON* | If you set to ON, digital zoom is activated and more than 20× to 40× is performed digitally. (p. 25) (CCD-TRV37E only) | ||
| ● OFF | If you set to OFF, digital zoom is deactivated and up to 20× is carried out. | ||
| 40× | If you set to 40×/80×, digital zoom is activated and more than 20× to 40×/80× is performed digitally. (p. 25) (CCD-TRV48E/TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E only) | ||
| 16:9WIDE | ● OFF | — | CAMERA |
| CINEMA | To record in the CINEMA mode (p. 44) | ||
| 16:9FULL | To record in the 16:9FULL mode | ||
| STEADYSHOT (CCD-TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E only) | ● ON | To compensate for camera-shake | CAMERA |
| OFF | To cancel the SteadyShot function. Natural pictures are produced when shooting a stationary object with a tripod. | ||
| N.S.LIGHT | ● ON | To use the NightShot Light function (p. 29) | CAMERA |
| OFF | To cancel the NightShot Light function | ||
| WIND (CCD-TRV87E only) | ● OFF | — | CAMERA |
| ON | To reduce wind noise when recording in strong wind | ||
| PHOTO (CCD-TRV87E only) | ● NORMAL | To activate the normal photo function | CAMERA |
| FADE | To activate the fade photo function | ||
| SHUTTER | To activate the shutter photo function |
* 40×/240× in some areas
** 360× in some areas
Notes on the SteadyShot function (CCD-TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E only)
If you cancel the SteadyShot function (CCD-TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E only)
The SteadyShot off indicator 📄 appears. Your camcorder prevents excessive compensation for camera-shake.
| Icon/item | Mode | Meaning | POWER switch |
| HiFi SOUND (CCD-TRV87E only) | ● STEREO | To play back a stereo tape or dual sound track tape | PLAYER |
| 1 | To play back a monaural tape or dual sound track tape with main sound | ||
| 2 | To play back a dual sound track tape with sub sound | ||
| EDIT | ● OFF | — | PLAYER |
| ON | To minimize picture deterioration when editing | ||
| TBC | ● ON | To correct jitter | PLAYER |
| OFF | To not correct jitter. Set TBC to OFF when playing back a tape on which you have dubbed over and recorded the signal of a TV game or similar machine. |
TBC stands for "Time Base Corrector".
| DNR | ● ON | To reduce picture noise | PLAYER |
| OFF | To reduce a conspicuous afterimage when the picture has a lot of movement | ||
| DNR stands for “Digital Noise Reduction”. | |||
| NTSC PB | ● ON PAL TV | To play back a tape recorded in the NTSC colour system on a PAL system TV | PLAYER |
| NTSC 4.43 | To play back a tape recorded in the NTSC colour system on a TV with the NTSC 4.43 mode | ||
| LCD B. L. | ● BRT NORMAL | To set the brightness on the LCD screen normal | PLAYER CAMERA |
| BRIGHT | To brighten the LCD screen | ||
| LCD COLOUR | To adjust the colour on the LCD screen | PLAYER CAMERA | |
| Light Dark | |||
You can play back tapes recorded in the NTSC video system.
When you play back a tape on a Multi System TV, select the best mode while viewing the picture on the TV.
The "WIND" (CCD-TRV87E only) "COMMANDER" (CCD-TRV48E/TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E only)
“EDIT” and “HiFi SOUND” (CCD-TRV87E only) items are returned to their default settings.
The other menu items are held in memory even when the battery is removed, as long as the lithium battery is installed.
When you use power sources other than the battery pack, “BRIGHT” is automatically selected.
| Icon/item | Mode | Meaning | POWER switch |
| REC MODE | ●SP | To record in SP (Standard Play) mode | CAMERA |
| LP | To increase the recording time to twice the SP mode | ||
| ORC TO SET | To automatically adjust the recording condition to get the best possible recording. Press START/STOP to start adjustment. Your camcorder takes about 10 seconds to check the tape condition and then returns to the standby mode. | CAMERA | |
| ORC stands for “Optimizing the Recording Condition”. | |||
| REMAIN | ●AUTO | To display the remaining tape bar:for about 8 seconds after your camcorder is turned on and calculates the remaining amount of tapefor about 8 seconds after a cassette is inserted and your camcorder calculates the remaining amount of tapefor about 8 seconds after ▶ is pressed in PLAYER modefor about 8 seconds after DISPLAY is pressed to display the screen indicatorsfor the period of tape rewinding, forwarding or picture search in the PLAYER mode | PLAYER CAMERA |
| ON | To always display the remaining tape bar | ||
• Each time you eject the cassette, the ORC setting will be canceled. If necessary, reset the setting.
- You cannot use this setting on a tape with the red mark on the cassette exposed. (i. e. the tape is write-protected)
- When you set ORC TO SET, a non-recorded section of about 0.1 seconds appears on the tape. However, note that this non-recorded section disappears from the tape when you continue recording from this section.
- To check if you have already set the ORC setting, select ORC TO SET in the menu settings. “ORC ON” is displayed if ORC TO SET is already set.
| Icon/item | Mode | Meaning | POWER switch |
| CLOCK SET | To reset the date or time (p. 82) | CAMERA | |
| AUTO DATE | ●ON | To record the date for 10 seconds after recording has started | CAMERA |
| OFF | To cancel the auto date function | ||
| LTR SIZE | ●NORMAL | To display selected menu items in normal size | PLAYER CAMERA |
| 2× | To display selected menu items at twice the normal size | ||
| DEMO MODE | ●ON | To make the demonstration appear | CAMERA |
| OFF | To cancel the demonstration mode |
| Icon/item | Mode | Meaning | POWER switch |
| ETC WORLD TIME | To set the clock to the local time. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to set a time difference. The clock changes by the time difference you set here. If you set the time difference to 0, the clock returns to the originally set time. | CAMERA | |
| BEEP | ● MELODY | To output the melody when you start/stop recording or when an unusual condition occurs on your camcorder | PLAYER CAMERA |
| NORMAL | To output the beep sound instead of the melody | ||
| OFF | To cancel the melody and beep sound | ||
| COMMANDER (CCD-TRV48E/TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E only) | ● ON | To activate the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder | PLAYER CAMERA |
| OFF | To deactivate the Remote Commander to avoid remote control misoperation caused by other VCR's remote control | ||
| DISPLAY | ● LCD | To show the display on the LCD screen and viewfinder | PLAYER CAMERA |
| V-OUT/LCD | To show the display on the TV screen, LCD screen and viewfinder | ||
| REC LAMP | ● ON | To light up the camera recording lamp at the front of your camcorder | CAMERA |
| OFF | To turn the camera recording lamp off so that the subject is not aware of the recording | ||
| INDICATOR (CCD-TRV87E only) | ● BL OFF | To turn off the backlight on display window | PLAYER CAMERA |
| BL ON | To turn on the backlight |
If you press DISPLAY with “DISPLAY” set to “V-OUT/LCD” in the menu settings, the picture from a TV or VCR will not appear on the LCD screen even when your camcorder is connected to outputs on the TV or VCR.
The default clock setting is set to London time for United Kingdom and to Paris time for the other European countries.
The date and time are held in memory by the lithium battery. If you replace the lithium battery with the battery pack or other power source connected, you need not reset the date and time. You must reset the date and time when the lithium battery becomes dead with no power source installed.
First, set the year, then the month, the day, the hour and then the minute.
(1) While your camcorder is in the standby mode, press MENU to display the menu.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ☐, then press the dial.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CLOCK SET, then press the dial.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the desired year, then press the dial.
(5) Set the month, day and hour by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial and pressing the dial.
(6) Set the minute by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial and pressing the dial by the time signal. The clock starts to move.
(7) Press MENU to make the menu disappear. The time indicator appears.
Press DATE to display the date indicator.
Press TIME to display the time indicator.
Press DATE (or TIME) and then press TIME (or DATE) to simultaneously display the date and time indicator.
Press DATE and/or TIME again. The date and/or time indicator disappears.
The year changes as follows:
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A["1999"] <--> B["2000"]
B <--> C["..."]
C --> D["2029"]
D --> E
When you use your camcorder for the first time, turn it on and reset the date and time to your time before you start recording (p. 82). The date is automatically recorded for 10 seconds after you start recording (Auto date function). This function works only once a day.
The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 24-hour cycle.
You can change the AUTO DATE setting by selecting ON or OFF in the menu settings. The auto date function automatically displays the date once a day.
However, the date may automatically appear more than once a day if:
You can use both Hi8 and standard 8 mm video cassettes on your camcorder. When you use a Hi8 video cassette, recording and playback are carried out in the Hi8 system. When you use a standard 8 mm video cassette, recording and playback are carried out in the standard 8 mm system.
If you play back a tape recorded on a different video recorder on your camcorder, the playback mode is automatically selected according to the format in which the tape has been recorded.
This Hi8 system is an extension of the standard 8 mm system, and was developed to produce higher quality pictures.
You cannot playback a tape recorded in the Hi8 system correctly on video recorder/players other than a Hi8 video recorder/player.
"Video 8 XR" / "video Hi8 XR" is a function that further enhances the image quality of Video 8/video Hi8. This function allows you to record and playback pictures with clearer details.
Video tapes recorded on a camcorder having the “XR” function show excellent picture quality when they are played back on an “XR” camcorder.
The playback quality will be the normal quality of the standard 8 mm/Hi8 camcorder when video tapes recorded on an “XR” camcorder are played back by a conventional standard 8 mm/Hi8 camcorder or when video tapes recorded on a conventional standard 8 mm/Hi8 camcorder are played back on the “XR” camcorder.
* "XR" stands for "Extended Resolution."
The playback mode (SP/LP) and system, Hi8 or standard 8 mm(CCD-TRV67E/TRV87E only) are automatically selected according to the format in which the tape has been recorded. The quality of the recorded picture in the LP mode, however, will not be as good as the SP mode.
When you play back a tape, the sound will be monaural if:
Because TV colour systems differ from country to country, you may not be able to play back foreign pre-recorded tapes. Refer to “Using your camcorder abroad” to check the TV colour systems used in foreign countries.
You can play back tapes recorded in the NTSC video system using the SP mode.
If the tape is recorded in the AFM HiFi system, the AFM HiFi sound is reproduced. (CCD-TRV87E only)
However, note that the following will occur during playback of an NTSC-recorded tape.
When you play back a dual sound track tape recorded in an AFM HiFi stereo system, set “HiFi SOUND” to the desired mode in the menu settings (p. 70).
Sound from speaker
| HiFi Sound Mode | Playing back a stereo tape | Playing back a dual sound track tape |
| STEREO | Stereo | Main sound and sub sound |
| 1 | Monaural | Main sound |
| 2 | Unnatural sound | Sub sound |
You cannot record dual sound programmes on your camcorder.
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 settings hold in memory by the lithium battery.
Insert the battery with the positive (+) side facing out. When the battery becomes weak or dead, the indicator flashes in the viewfinder for about 5 seconds when you set the POWER switch to CAMERA. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of any other battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
The battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, nor dispose of it in fire.
Lithium battery installed at the factory This battery may not last 1 year.
(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 a Sony CR2025 lithium battery with the positive (+) side facing out.
(4) Close the lid.
1
2
3
4
If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If “C:□□:□□” appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, the self-diagnosis display function has worked. See page 92.
In the recording mode
| Symptom | Cause and/or Corrective Actions |
| START/STOP does not operate. | The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHARGE) or PLAYER.→ Set it to CAMERA. (p. 22)STANDBY is set to LOCK.→ Turn STANDBY to STANDBY. (p. 22)The tape has run out.→ Rewind the tape or insert a new one. (p. 21, 34)The write-protect tab is set to expose the red mark.→ Use a new tape or slide the tab. (p. 21)The tape is stuck to the drum (moisture condensation).→ Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour to acclimatize. (p. 100) |
| The power goes off. | While being operated in the CAMERA mode, your camcorder has been in the standby mode for more than 5 minutes.→ Turn STANDBY down once and then up again. (p. 22) |
| The image on the viewfinder screen is not clear. | The viewfinder lens is not adjusted.→ Adjust the viewfinder lens. (p. 27) |
| The SteadyShot function does not work. (CCD-TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E only) | STEADYSHOT is set to OFF in the menu settings.→ Set it to ON. (p. 70)The SteadyShot function does not work when the wide mode is set to 16:9FULL. |
| The autofocusing function does not work. | FOCUS is set to MANUAL.→ Set it to AUTO. (p. 58)Shooting conditions are not suitable for autofocus.→ Set FOCUS to MANUAL to focus manually. (p. 58) |
| The fader function does not work. (CCD-TRV87E only) | The digital effect function is working.→ Cancel it. (p. 51) |
| The ✗ indicator flashes in the viewfinder. | The video heads may be dirty.→ Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p. 101) |
| The picture does not appear in the viewfinder. | The LCD panel is open.→ Close the LCD panel. (p. 24) |
| A vertical band appears when you shoot a subject such as lights or a candle flame against a dark background. | The contrast between the subject and background is too high. This is not a malfunction. |
| A vertical band appears when you shoot a very bright subject. | This is not a malfunction. |
| Some tiny white spots appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. (CCD-TRV87E only) | Slow shutter, low lux or Super NightShot mode is activated. This is not a malfunction. |
| An unknown picture is displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. | If 10 minutes elapse after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or DEMO MODE is set to ON in the menu settings without a cassette inserted, your camcorder automatically starts the demonstration.→ Insert a cassette and the demonstration stops.You can also cancel DEMO MODE. (p. 75) |
| The picture is recorded in incorrect or unnatural colours. | • NIGHTSHOT is set to ON.→ Set it to OFF. (p. 29) |
| Picture appears too bright, and the subject does not appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. | • NIGHTSHOT is set to ON in a bright place.→ Set it to OFF, or use the NightShot function in a dark place. (p. 29) |
In the playback mode
| Symptom | Cause and/or Corrective Actions |
| The tape does not move when a video control button is pressed. | The POWER switch is set to CAMERA or OFF (CHARGE).→ Set it to PLAYER. (p. 34)The tape has run out.→ Rewind the tape. (p. 34) |
| The playback picture is not clear or does not appear. | The television's video channel is not adjusted correctly.→ Adjust it. (p. 38)EDIT is set to ON in the menu settings.→ Set it to OFF. (p. 70)The video head may be dirty.→ Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p. 101) |
| No sound or only a low sound is heard when playing back a tape. | The stereo tape is played back with HiFi SOUND set to 2 in the menu settings. (CCD-TRV87E only)→ Set it to STEREO. (p. 70)The volume is turned to minimum.→ Turn up the volume. (p. 34) |
| The sound is muted or images do not appear when monitoring the picture from TV on the LCD screen. (CCD-TRV87E only) | Pull out A/V connecting cable from AUDIO/VIDEO jack, then connect it again. |
In the recording and playback modes
| Symptom | Cause and/or Corrective Actions |
| The power does not turn on. | The battery pack is not installed, or is dead or nearly dead.→ Install a charged battery pack. (p. 13, 14)The AC power adaptor is not connected to the mains.→ Connect the AC power adaptor to the mains. (p. 14, 19) |
| The end search function does not work. | The tape was ejected after recording.You have not recorded on the new cassette yet. |
| The battery pack is quickly discharged. | The operating temperature is too low.The battery pack is not fully charged. Charge the battery pack again. (p. 14)The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged. Replace with a new battery pack. (p. 13) |
| The battery remaining indicator does not indicate the correct time. | You have used the battery pack in an extremely hot or cold environment for a long time.The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged. Replace with a new battery pack. (p. 13)The battery is dead. Use a charged battery pack. (p. 13, 14) |
| The power goes off although the battery remaining indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate. | Charge the battery pack fully again so that the indication on the battery remaining indicator is correct. |
| The cassette cannot be removed from the holder. | The power source is disconnected. Connect it firmly. (p. 13, 19)The battery is dead. Use a charged battery pack. (p. 13, 14) |
| The and indicators flash and no functions except for cassette ejection work. | Moisture condensation has occurred. Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour to acclimatize. (p. 100) |
Others
| Symptom | Cause and/or Corrective Actions |
| The Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder does not work. (CCD-TRV48E/TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E only) | COMMANDER is set to OFF in the menu settings.→ Set it to ON. (p. 70)Something is blocking the infrared rays.→ Remove the obstacle.The batteries inserted in the battery holder with the + - polarities incorrectly matching the + - marks.→ Insert the batteries with the correct polarity. (p. 116)The batteries are dead.→ Insert new ones. (p. 116) |
| The date or time indicator does not appear, and the bars “--:--:--” appear. | Reset the date and time. (p. 82) |
| The picture from a TV or VCR does not appear even when your camcorder is connected to outputs on the TV or VCR. (CCD-TRV87E only) | DISPLAY is set to V-OUT/LCD in the menu settings.→ Set it to LCD. (p. 70) |
| The melody or beep sounds for 5 seconds. | Moisture condensation has occurred.Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour to acclimatize. (p. 100)Some troubles has occurred in your camcorder.Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate your camcorder. |
| While charging the battery pack, no indicator appears or the indicator flashes in the display window. | The AC power adaptor is disconnected.→ Connect it firmly. (p. 14, 19)Something is wrong with the battery pack.Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. |
Your camcorder has a self-diagnosis display function.
This function displays the current condition of your camcorder as a 5-digit code (a combination of a letter and figures) in the viewfinder, on the LCD screen or in the display window. If a 5-digit code is displayed, check the following code chart. The last two digits (indicated by □□) will differ depending on the state of your camcorder.
Viewfinder (or LCD screen)
Self-diagnosis display
• C: □□: □□
You can service your camcorder yourself.
• E: □□: □□
Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony facility.
| Five-digit display | Cause and/or Corrective Actions |
| C:04:□□ | You are using a battery pack that is not an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.→ Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. (p. 18) |
| C:21:□□ | Moisture condensation has occurred.Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour to acclimatize. (p. 100) |
| C:22:□□ | The video heads are dirty.Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p. 101) |
| C:31:□□ | A malfunction other than the above that you can service has occurred.Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate your camcorder.Disconnect the mains lead of the AC power adaptor or remove the battery pack. After reconnecting the power source, operate your camcorder. |
| E:61:□□ | A malfunction that you cannot service has occurred.Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and inform them of the 5-digit code.(example: E:61:10) |
| E:62:□□ |
If you are unable to rectify the problem even if you try corrective actions a few times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
If indicators and messages appear in the viewfinder, on the LCD screen or in the display window, check the following:
See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information.
The indicators and messages are displayed in yellow.
graph TD
A["The video heads are dirty\nSlow flashing:\n• You need to clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (not supplied) (p. 101)."] --> B["The battery is dead or nearly dead\nSlow flashing:\n• The battery is nearly dead.\nFast flashing:\n• The battery is dead (p. 14).\n• The battery is completely dead, and cannot be recharged.\nDepending on conditions, the indicator may flash, even if there are 5 to 10 minutes remaining."]
B --> C["Warning indicator as to tape\nSlow flashing:\n• The tape is near the end.\n• No tape is inserted (p. 21).*\n• The write-protect tab on the cassette is out (red) (p. 21).*"]
C --> D["The lithium battery is weak or is not installed (p. 87)"]
C --> E["Self-diagnosis display (p. 92)"]
C --> F["Moisture condensation has occurred*"]
C --> G["You need to eject the cassette\nSlow flashing:\n• The write-protect tab on the cassette is out (red) (p. 21).*"]
C --> H["Fast flashing:\n• Moisture condensation has occurred (p. 100).\n• The tape has run out (p. 21, 34).*\n• The self-diagnosis display function is activated (p. 92).*"]
Reset the date and time (p. 82).
Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (p. 18).
The video heads are dirty (p. 101).
Press the START/STOP button to activate the ORC setting. This message is displayed in white. (p. 74).
The ORC setting is working. This message is displayed in white (p. 74).
You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
Your camcorder is a PAL system based camcorder. If you want to view the playback picture on a TV, it must be a PAL system based TV with VIDEO/AUDIO input jack. The following shows TV colour systems used overseas.
Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Great Britain, Holland, Hong Kong, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, etc.
Brazil
Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay
Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the U.S.A., Venezuela, etc.
Bulgaria, France, Guyana, Hungary, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Poland, Russia, Ukraine, etc.
You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference. Select WORLD TIME in the menu settings. See page 76 for more information.
If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside your 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 your camcorder may not operate correctly. If there is moisture inside your camcorder, the beep sounds and the indicator flashes. When the indicator flashes at the same time, the cassette is inserted in your camcorder. If moisture condenses on the lens, the indicator will not appear.
None of the functions except cassette ejection will work. Eject the cassette, turn off your camcorder, and leave it for about 1 hour with the cassette compartment open. Your camcorder can be used again if the ▶ indicator does not appear when the power is turned on again.
Moisture may condense when you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place (or vice versa) or when you use your camcorder in a hot place as follows:
When you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place, put your camcorder in a plastic bag and tightly seal it. Remove the bag when the air temperature inside the plastic bag has reached the surrounding temperature (after about 1 hour).
To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. The video head may be dirty when:
If this happens, clean the video heads with the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (not supplied).
[a]
[b]
[a] Slightly dirty
[b] Very dirty
When the playback pictures are still contain noise even if you have cleaned the video heads with a cleaning cassette, the video heads may have worn down due to long use. If this is the case, they must be replaced with new heads. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, we recommend using a LCD Cleaning Kit (not supplied) to clean the LCD screen.
(1) ① Remove the screw with a screwdriver (not supplied). ② Then, while holding the RELEASE knob up, ③ turn the eyecup in a counterclockwise direction and pull it out.
(2) Clean the surface with a commercially available blower for a still camera.
(3) Turn the eyecup in a clockwise direction, then replace the screw.
Do not remove any other screws. You may remove only the screw to remove the eyecup.
- CCD-TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E only
Do not insert anything into the small holes on the rear of the cassette. These holes are used to sense the type and thickness of the tape and if the recording tab is in or out.
- Prevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the connecting section. If this happens, a short may occur and the unit may be damaged.
• Always keep metal contacts clean.
- Do not disassemble the unit.
- Do not apply mechanical shock or drop the unit.
- While the unit is in use, particularly during charging, keep it away from AM receivers and video equipment. AM receivers and video equipment disturb AM reception and video operation.
- The unit becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.
- Do not place the unit in locations that are:
-Extremely hot or cold
- Dusty or dirty
- Very humid
- Vibrating
- Use only the specified charger or video equipment with the charging function.
- To prevent accident from a short circuit, do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals.
- Keep the battery pack away from fire.
- Never expose the battery pack to temperatures above 60^ (140°F), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight.
- Keep the battery pack dry.
- Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock.
- Do not disassemble nor modify the battery pack.
- Attach the battery pack to the video equipment securely.
- Charging while some capacity remains does not affect the original battery capacity.
- CCD-TRV48E/TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E only
To avoid possible damage from battery leakage or corrosion, observe the following:
- Be sure to insert the batteries with the + - polarities matched to the + - marks.
- Dry batteries are not rechargeable.
- Do not use a combination of new and old batteries.
- Do not use different types of batteries.
- Current flows from batteries when you are not using them for a long time.
- Do not use leaking batteries.
- Wipe off the liquid in the battery compartment carefully before replacing the batteries.
- If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water.
- If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a doctor.
If any problem occurs, unplug your camcorder and contact your nearest Sony dealer.
Video recording system
2 rotary heads
Helical scanning FM system
Audio recording system
Rotary heads, FM system
Video signal
PAL colour, CCIR standards
Usable cassette
8mm video format cassette
CCD-TRV37E/TRV48E/TRV57E:
Standard 8
CCD-TRV67E/TRV87E: Hi8 or
standard 8
Recording/playback time (using
90 min. cassette)
SP mode: 1 hour and 30 minutes
LP mode: 3 hours
Fastforward/rewind time (using
90 min. cassette)
Approx. 5 min.
Viewfinder
Electric viewfinder (monochrome)
Image device
CCD-TRV37E/TRV48E:
1/6 inch CCD (Charge Coupled Device)
CCD-TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E:
1/4 inch CCD (Charge Coupled Device)
CCD-TRV37E/TRV48E:
Approx. 320,000 pixels
(Effective: Approx. 290,000 pixels)
CCD-TRV57E/TRV67E:
Approx. 380,000 pixels
(Effective: Approx. 230,000 pixels)
CCD-TRV87E:
Approx. 570,000 pixels
(Effective: Approx. 360,000 pixels)
Lens
Combined power zoom lens
Filter diameter 37 mm (1 7/16 in.)
CCD-TRV37E:
20× (Optical), 40×*(Digital)
CCD-TRV48E/TRV57E/TRV67E/
TRV87E:
20× (Optical), 80×** (Digital)
* 240× in some areas
** 360× in some areas
Focal length
3.6 - 72 mm (5/32 - 2 7/8 in.)
When converted to a 35 mm still camera
CCD-TRV37E/TRV48E:
51.8 - 1036 mm (2 - 40 6/8 in.)
CCD-TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E:
41 - 820 mm (1 5/8 - 32 3/8 in.)
Colour temperature
Auto
Minimum illumination
CCD-TRV37E/TRV48E:
1 lux (F 1.4)
CCD-TRV57E/TRV67E:
0.3 lux (F 1.4)
CCD-TRV87E:
0.6 lux (F 1.4)
0 lux (in the NightShot mode)***
*** Objects unable to be seen due to the dark can be shot with infrared lighting.
S video output (CCD-TRV67E/
TRV87E only)
4-pin mini DIN
Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced
Chrominance signal: 0.3 Vp-p,
75 ohms, unbalanced
Video output
Phono jack, 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced
Audio output
CCD-TRV37E/TRV48E/TRV57E/
TRV67E: Monaural, phone jack, 327 mV
CCD-TRV87E:
Phono jacks (2: stereo L and R)
327 mV, (at output impedance
47 kilohms) impedance less than
2.2 kilohms
RFU DC OUT
Special minijack, DC 5V
Headphone jack (CCD-TRV87E only)
Stereo minijack (ø 3.5 mm)
Earphone jack (CCD-TRV37E/
2.5 inches measured diagonally
50.3 × 37.4 ~mm (2 × 1 1/2 in.)
Total dot number
61,600 (280 × 220)
Power requirements
7.2 V (battery pack)
8.4 V (AC power adaptor)
Average power consumption
(when using the battery pack)
During camera recording using
LCD
CCD-TRV37E/TRV48E/TRV57E/
TRV67E: 2.7 W
CCD-TRV87E: 2.8 W
Viewfinder
CCD-TRV37E/TRV48E/TRV57E/
TRV67E: 2.3 W
CCD-TRV87E: 2.4 W
Operating temperature
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Storage temperature
-20^ to +60^ (-4^ to +140^)
Dimensions (approx.)
102 × 106 × 212 mm
(4 1/8 × 4 1/4 × 8 3/8 in.) (w/h/d)
Mass (approx.)
CCD-TRV37E/TRV48E:
840 g (1 lb 13 oz)
CCD-TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E:
860 g (1 lb 14 oz)
excluding the battery pack, lithium
battery, cassette and shoulder strap
CCD-TRV37E/TRV48E:
980 g (2 lb 2 oz)
CCD-TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E:
1.0 kg (2 lb 3 oz)
including the battery pack
NP-F330, lithium battery CR2025,
cassette and shoulder strap
Supplied accessories
See page 5.
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^ to +60^ (-4^ to +140^)
Dimensions (approx.)
125 × 39 × 62 mm
(5 × 1 9/16 × 2 1/2 in.) (w/h/d)
excluding projecting parts
Mass (approx.)
280 g (9.8 oz)
excluding mains lead
Output voltage
DC 7.2 V
Capacity
5.0 Wh
Dimensions (approx.)
38 × 21 × 71 ~mm
(1 9/16 × 13/16 × 2 7/8 in.)
(w/h/d)
Mass (approx.)
95 g (3.4 oz)
Type
Lithium ion
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony video products.
When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recommends that you purchase accessories with this “GENUINE VIDEO ACCESSORIES” mark.
17 Video control buttons (p. 34, 36)
■ STOP (stop)
◀◀ REW (rewind)
▶ PLAY ( playback)
▶▶ FF (fastforward)
■ PAUSE (pause)
18 EDITSEARCH button (p. 32)
19 S.LASER LINK button (CCD-TRV87E only) (p. 40)
20 Lens cover (p. 22)
21 Camera recording lamp (p. 22)
22 Infrared rays emitter (p. 29, 40)
23 Microphone
24 SUPER NIGHTSHOT button (CCD-TRV87E only) (p. 29)
25 NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 29)
26 Display window (p. 117)
27 Remote sensor (CCD-TRV48E/TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E only) (p. 115)
28 Tripod receptacle (base)
Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 6.5 mm (9/32 inch). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage your camcorder.
What is SUPER LASER LINK? (CCD-TRV87E only) The SUPER LASER LINK system sends and receives pictures and sound between video equipment having the Z mark by using infrared rays.
Attach the shoulder strap supplied with your camcorder to the hooks for the shoulder strap.
40 COUNTER RESET button (p. 23)
41 TIME button (p. 31)
42 DATE button (p. 31)
43 DISPLAY button (p. 35)
44 END SEARCH button (p. 32)
45 TITLE button (p. 60)
LANC stands for Local Application Control Bus System. The ⬆ control jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video equipment and other peripherals connected to the video equipment. This jack has the same function as the jack indicated as CONTROL L or REMOTE.
49 Cassette compartment (p. 21)
50 Grip strap
Fastening the grip strap
Fasten the grip strap firmly.
51 S VIDEO jack (CCD-TRV67E/TRV87E only) (p. 38)
52 Built-in light (CCD-TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E only) (p. 64)
53 LIGHT switch (CCD-TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E only) (p. 64)
54 RFU DC OUT (RFU adaptor DC output) jack (p. 39)
55 MIC jack (PLUG IN POWER)
Connect an external microphone (not supplied). This jack also accepts a “plug-in-power” microphone.
If you connect a 2-pin microphone, supply power from DC OUT jack.
In this case, WIND in the menu settings does not function. (CCD-TRV87E only)
56 AUDIO/VIDEO jacks (p. 38)
57 Ⓤ (headphones) jack (CCD-TRV87E only)/⑨ (earphone) jack (CCD-TRV37E/TRV48E/TRV57E/TRV67E only)
When you use headphones (CCD-TRV87E only)/earphone (CCD-TRV37E/TRV48E/TRV57E/TRV67E only), the speaker on your camcorder is silent.
The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on your camcorder function identically to the buttons on your camcorder.
1 Transmitter
Point toward the remote sensor to control your camcorder after turning on your camcorder.
② Video control buttons (p. 36)
③ DISPLAY button (p. 35)
4 START/STOP button (p. 22)
5 Power zoom button (p. 25)
Insert 2 R6 (size AA) batteries by matching the + and - polarities on the batteries to the +- marks inside the battery compartment.
1 Передатчик
1 Recording mode indicator (p. 74)/Mirror mode indicator (p. 24)
② Hi8 format indicator (CCD-TRV67E/TRV87E only) (p. 28, 84)
3 Remaining battery time indicator (p. 28)
4 Exposure indicator (p. 57)/Zoom indicator (p. 25)
5 Fader indicator (p. 47)/Digital effect indicator (CCD-TRV87E only) (p. 52)
6 Wide mode indicator (p. 44)
7 Picture effect indicator (p. 50)
⑧ LCD bright indicator (p. 24)/Volume indicator (p. 34)
9 PROGRAM AE indicator (p. 54)
10 Backlight indicator (p. 28)
11 Wind indicator (CCD-TRV87E only) (p. 72)
12 SteadyShot off indicator (CCD-TRV57E/TRV67E/TRV87E only) (p. 72)
13 Manual focusing indicator (p. 58)
Display window/Okoшко дисплея
14 STBY/REC indicator (p. 22)/Video control mode indicator (p. 36)
15 Tape counter indicator (p. 28)/Self-diagnosis display indicator (p. 92)/Photo mode indicator (CCD-TRV87E only) (p. 41)
16 Remaining tape indicator (p. 28)
17 END SEARCH indicator (p. 32)
18 NIGHTSHOT indicator (p. 29)
19 AUTO DATE indicator (p. 83)/Date indicator (p. 31, 82)
20 Time indicator (p. 31, 82)
21 Warning indicators (p. 93)
22 Recording lamp (p. 22)
23 Date or time indicator (p. 31, 83)/Tape counter indicator (p. 28)/Self-diagnosis display indicator (p. 92)/Remaining battery time indicator (p. 14)
24 FULL charge indicator (p.14)
- Smooth transition between scenes
FADER (p. 46)
• Taking a still picture
PHOTO (CCD-TRV87E only) (p. 41)
• Digital processing of images
PICTURE EFFECT (p. 49)/
DIGITAL EFFECT (CCD-TRV87E only) (p. 51)
- Creating a soft background for subjects
Soft portrait mode (p. 54)
- Superimposing a title
TITLE (p. 60)
- Preventing deterioration of picture quality in digital zoom
D ZOOM [MENU] (p. 70)
- Focusing manually
Manual focus (p. 58)
- Reducing wind noise
WIND [MENU] (CCD-TRV87E only) (p. 70)
- Shooting distant subjects
Landscape mode (p. 54)
• Recording fast-moving subjects
Sports lesson mode (p. 54)
- Watching the picture on a wide-screen TV
Wide mode (p. 44)
- Playing back the picture on a TV without connecting a cord
SUPER LASER LINK (CCD-TRV87E only) (p. 40)
• Recording with the date/time
Date and time (p. 31)
• Enhancing old tapes
ORC [MENU] (p. 70)
- Playing back on monaural sound or sub sound
HiFi SOUND [MENU] (CCD-TRV87E only) (p. 70)
- Correcting jitter
TBC [MENU] (p. 70)
- Correcting colour noise
DNR [MENU] (p. 70)
Charging battery 14
Clock set 82
Connection
(viewing on TV) .... 38
(dubbing a tape) .... 68
DEMO 75
Digital effect 51
DISPLAY 35
DNR 73
Dual sound track tape 86
Dubbing a tape 68
Earphone jack 114
EDIT 73
EDITSEARCH 33
END SEARCH 32, 36
Exposure 57
External microphone (not supplied) 114
FADER 46
Fade in/out 46
FLASH MOTION 51
FOCUS 58
Full charge 14
Grip strap 115
Heads 101
Headphone jack 114
Hi8 system 84
HiFi SOUND 73
"InfoLITHIUM" battery ...... 18
Infrared rays emitter 29, 40
LANC 113
LCD screen 24
LP mode 74
LUMINANCEKEY 51
Main sound 73
Manual focus 58
Menu settings 70
Mirror mode 24
Moisture condensation ..... 100
Monaural 86
MONOTONE 46
Mosaic fader 46
NIGHTSHOT 29
Normal charge ...... 14
OLD MOVIE 51
Operation indicators ...... 117
ORC 74
OVERLAP 46
PAL system 99
Picture effect 49
Picture search 36
Playback pause 36
Power sources
(mains) 19
(car battery) 19
(battery pack) 13
Power zoom 25
PROGRAM AE...... 54
Rec Review 33
Recording and playback systems 84
Recording mode 74
Recording time 16
Remaining tape indicator ..... 28
Remaining battery time indicator 28
Remote control jack (LANC) .. 113
Remote commander ...... 115
Remote sensor 110
RFU adaptor 39
S video jack 38, 68
Self-diagnosis display 92
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial ..... 111
Shoulder strap 111
Skip scan 36
Slow playback 36
SLOW SHUTTER 51
Standard 8 mm system ...... 84
STEADYSHOT 72
Stereo tape 86
STILL 51
STRIPE...... 46
Sub sound 73
SUPER LASER LINK 40
Super NightShot mode ...... 29
Superimposing the date and time .... 31
Tape counter 28
Tape Photo recording...... 41
TBC 73
Telephoto 25
Title 60
TRAIL 51
Transition 32
TV colour systems 99
Warning indicators 93
Wide-angle 25
Wide mode 44
WIPE 46
WORLD TIME...... 76
Write-protect tab 21
Zoom 25