MPKTRV7 - Other camera accessories SONY - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL MPKTRV7 SONY

• MPK-TRV7 can be used only with the Sony Handycam Vision

• Recording at a depth of 75 meters (246 feet) is possible.

• The following operation can be performed underwater. – Power on/off – Auto focusing on/off – Recording start/stop – Electric zoom function – LCD monitor We recommend you use a wide-conversion lens (not supplied) when using the marine pack. 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.4-EN Precautions On the video camera recording Take care not to expose the equipment to salty air. Do not drop water on the equipment.

• Do not open the marine pack underwater or at the beach. Preparation such as installing and checking the equipment should be done in a place with low humidity and no salty air.

• When your camcorder is to be used near the sea for a long time, we recommend that it be checked periodically by Sony dealer.

• If the equipment becomes wet, take it immediately to the nearest Sony dealer for preventive maintenance.

• We recommend you use battery packs with a large capacity. On the marine pack

• If you open and join the front and rear shells in a place with high temperature and high humidity, moisture condensation may occur when you put the marine pack in the water, causing the front glass to fog. The waterproof integrity of the marine pack is maintained by the O-ring, and the groove and surface where it touches. Be especially careful not to damage or deform that area. For details, see “Note on the O-ring” (page 13).

• Do not leave the marine pack under direct sunlight for a long period of time, otherwise the temperature in the marine pack may rise and the equipment inside may be damaged. If you can not avoid leaving the marine pack under direct sunlight, be sure to cover the marine pack with a towel or other protection.

• Do not throw the marine pack into the water. Lower it gently into the water. On recording underwater

• Checking that the equipment operates correctly and that there is no water leakage at a depth of about one meter (3 feet) before you dive deeper.

• Be sure to follow the safety rules for diving, such as diving period and depth.

• Remove the bubbles from the outside of the front glass before recording. Sony dose not accept liability for damage to the video camera recorder, battery, etc. in the marine pack or for the loss of prerecorded material if a water leakage caused by incorrect operation occurs. On maintenance After recording in the sea, submerge the marine pack with the buckles tightly fastened in fresh water, then wipe with a soft dry cloth. Clean your camcorder and the inside of the marine pack with a soft dry cloth. Do not use any type of solvent such as alcohol or benzine for cleaning, as this might damage the finish.5-EN

Check that the following accessories are supplied with your sports pack.1 Camera mounting shoe (1)2 O-ring (1)3 Grease (1)4 NP-F530 battery pack for the LCD monitor (1)5 R6 (size AA) battery (2)6 Sunshade (1)

When you store the marine pack

• Coat the O-ring slightly with the supplied grease, and put it in the groove correctly.Join the front and rear shells then put in a cool place without fastening the buckles.• Prevent dust from collecting on the O-ring.• Avoid storing the marine pack in a cold, very hot or humid place, or together withnaphthalene or camphor, as these conditions might damage the unit. On transportation
• When transporting the marine pack, be sure to remove your camcorder from it.• Avoid rough handling or a shock. We recommend to cover the marine pack with atowel or other protection. Checking supplied accessories6-EN Preparing

2 Set the POWER switch toCAMERA.Remove themetal parts. 1 Preparing the camcorder For details, please refer to the operating instructions supplied with your camcorder. (1) Remove the lens cap, shoulder strap, or filter from the camcorder. (2) Attach a charged battery pack. (3) Insert a cassette tape. (4) Attach the camera mounting shoe. Remove the metal parts from the camera mounting shoe and fasten the screw. (5) Adjust the camcorder. Fasten the screw.1 Hold the eyecup.3 Select ON in theCOMMANDER menu.7-EN

1 Remove the screw. 2 Insert the dry batteries withthe polarity positionedcorrectly as indicated onthe grip.3 Fasten the screw tightly.

2 Preparing the Marine Pack (1) Remove the grip. (2) Insert the dry batteries into the grip. (3) Open the marine pack. Unfasten the 3 buckles and open the marine pack. (4) Attach the battery pack NP-F530 for the monitor. Attach the supplied battery pack NP-F530 for the LCD monitor to the rear shell. Be sureto charge the battery pack fully before attaching.8-EN Preparing 3 Attaching the camcorder to the marine pack (1) Connect the monitor plug. Connect the monitor plug to AUDIO VIDEO jack. (2) Connect the remote plug and the microphone plug. Connect the remote plug to l REMOTE (1) jack, and the microphone plug to MIC (plug in power) jack (2). (3) Attach the camcorder. Insert the camera mounting shoe until it clicks. (4) Attach the front shell to the rear shell. Hold the both shells firmly and fasten 3 buckles securely.Take care not to pinch the remote and microphone cords. If this happens water mayleak in. (5) Attach the grip. Now you ready for underwater recording. Be sure to check that there is nowater leakage before you dive.

to AUDIO VIDEO jack.

Tips for the LCD monitor

• The image does not appear on the LCD screen with only attaching the battery pack to the rear shell. The LCD screen is linked with the power of your camcorder.

• To display indicator on the LCD monitor Select V-OUT/LCD in the DISPLAY menu, and press the DISPLAY button on your camcorder before attaching it to the marine pack. Tips for the supplied battery pack NP-F530

• The switch on the battery pack This switch is provided so that you can identify a charged battery pack. Set the switch to the “green mark” position when charging is completed.

• The LCD monitor of the sports pack does not correspond with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery.

• What is the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium battery pack which can exchange data with compatible video equipment about its battery consumption. Sony recommends that you use the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack with video equipment having the mark. When you use this battery pack with video equipment having the mark, the video equipment will indicate the remaining battery time in minutes.* However, if you use it with video equipment not having this mark, the remaining battery capacity will not indicated in minutes.

• The indication may not be accurate depending on the condition and environment which the equipment is used under. Note on dry batteries

• With normal operation, dry batteries will last for about 6 months.

• If the marine pack is not used for long period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from the battery leakage.

• Do not try to recharge dry batteries.

• If a battery leak should develop, carefully and thoroughly wipe away battery fluid from the battery compartment before inserting new ones. Switch10-EN (1) Set POWER switch to ON. (2) Press START/STOP to start recording. REC lamp (red) lights up during recording. To stop recording Press START/STOP button. To zoom Press ZOOM button. Press T for telephoto (subject appears closer) and W for wide-angle (subject appears farther away). You cannot changing the zooming speed of the camcorder. Note When you use a wide-conversion lens, the picture will dim by pressing zoom T. To keep a subject in focus After you focus on a subject, press AUTO FOCUS ON/OFF button to set the camcorder to manual focus mode. Even if fish swim between the camcorder and the subject, you can still keep the subject in focus. Note on before recording Check that the equipment operates correctly and that there is no water leakage at a depth of about one meter (3 feet) before you dive deeper. Note on recording Do not cover the control emitter or detector with you finger because the remote control signal for operations is transmitted from the grip to the marine pack. Recording START/STOP button REC lamp (red) POWER switch AUTO FOCUS ON/OFF button ZOOM button11-EN

Attach the sunshade until it fits firmly. LEAK lamp (yellow) To attach a wide-conversion lens (not supplied) Attach a wide-conversion lens until it fits firmly. When you use a wide- conversion lens, keep zooming W. The picture will dim by pressing zoom T. You can attach a wide-conversion lens underwater. Note When you use a colour filter, remove it then attach a wide-conversion lens. Using the supplied sunshade The supplied sunshade for the LCD monitor reduces glare from the LCD monitor. Attach the sunshade as shown in the illustration. You can attach the wide-conversion lens, sunshade, and colour filter underwater If the image on the LCD screen is not clear because of the air remains between these accessories and the marine pack, reattach them underwater. When the LEAK lamp flashes If water happen to leak in , the LEAK lamp (yellow) flashes. In such a case, remove the marine pack from the water as soon as possible, keeping it horizontal. Be sure to surface following the safety rules for diving. Dry the marine pack with a soft cloth and then open it. To switch off the lamp, disconnect the remote control cable. Check the cause of the leak. If the camcorder is wet, take it to the nearest Sony dealer immediately. VCL-MK1 (be included in the accessory kit ACC-MK1)12-EN Removing the camcorder Before opening the marine pack, rinse it with fresh water and dry with a soft cloth. Note

• When you open the marine pack, make sure you are dry. And take care that no water drips from your wet suit.

• When you open the marine pack, do not pull the monitor plug cord by force. (1) Remove the grip. (2) Unfasten 3 buckles and open the marine pack. (3) Take the camcorder out of the front shell. Holding the camera mounting shoe by the knobs and extract the camcorder. (4) Disconnect the remote plug and the microphone plug. (5) Disconnect the monitor plug. Also remove the battery pack for the LCD monitor. (6) Remove the camera mounting shoe.

The O-ring assures the waterproof function of the marine pack. To maintain waterproof integrity, use it correctly. Incorrect handling may cause water to leak in. Check that there are no scratches or cracks Check that there are no scratches or cracks on the O-ring as they may allow water to leak in. If there are scratches or cracks, replace the damaged O-ring with a new one. Do not remove the O-ring from the groove with a metal tool or a tool with a sharp point. Remove any dust, sand or hair from the O-ring. Make sure there is no dust, sand or hair on the O-ring, in the groove, or on the surface of the marine pack where the O-ring touches. If there is, clean them completely, or the O-ring and the surface of the marine pack may be damaged and water may leak in. Grease the O-ring Check that there are no cracks or dust on the O-ring, then coat it slightly with the supplied grease using your finger. They will prevent wear. While applying the grease, recheck for cracks or dust. Never use cloth or paper to apply grease because the fibers may cling. Do not use any type of grease other than the supplied one, or it may damage the O-ring. If you run out of silicone grease (2-115-921-01) you can purchase it from your nearest Sony Service Center. Do not twist the O-ring Put the O-ring in the groove evenly. Never twist it. Do not pinch the O-ring with the marine pack When jointing the front and rear shells, take care not to pinch the O-ring between the front and rear shells. If this happens, not only will the O-ring be damaged, but water may leak in. Useful life of the O-ring Depending upon the maintenance and the length of use, we recommend changing the O-ring every one or two years. The O-ring (3-977-362-01) can be replaced at your nearest Sony Service Center. Note on the O-ring O-ring Scratches Crack14-EN Underwater recording

• These accessories are included in the accessory kit ACC-MK1. Recording underwater is different from recording on land because it is affect by the clarity, depth of the water and the light condition. The following are hints for good recording underwater. Colour characteristic underwater Water absorbs light, especially red light, so that objects in deep water are seen bluish. The colour of objects is affected by the clarity of the water. To record in natural colour, use a colour filter (not supplied). Best time for recording The best recording time is from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. When the sun its highest, optimum results can be obtained. Subject size underwater Since the refractive index underwater is higher than that in air, an object appears 1/4 more closer, and therefore larger. This phenomenon affects the lens on the camcorder as well as human eye. Using a wide-conversion lens (not supplied) is recommended. Camera work on slow and stable motion When recording, keep your body stable. An unstable shot will be magnified on the TV screen. Move the camcorder as slow as possible. As most of the object underwater move, you can record a good program without moving the camcorder. VCL-MK1* VF-MK11* VF-MK12*15-EN

Attachable to the left and right video light shoe. Underwater video light In deep water or under locks where direct sunlight does not reach, recording with an underwater video lights is recommended. To record at night, use a powerful underwater video light. Note on recording underwater

• Be sure to follow the safety rules for diving, such as diving period and depth.

• Remove the bubbles from the outside of the front glass before recording. Underwater video light such as Sony HVL-M20/ML20/80DA (not supplied)16-EN Labeling parts and controls Front shell Front glass Video light shoe ZOOM buttons START/STOP button POWER switch Underwater microphone (monaural) O-ringRemote plug Dry batteries compartment Microphone plug Remote control detector REC lamp (red) LEAK lamp (yellow) Camera mounting shoe Rear shell Grip AUTO FOCUS ON/OFF button NP-F530 compartment Remote control transmitter Monitor plug17-EN

Specifications Material Aluminum alloy, glass, plastic Waterproofing O-ring, 3 buckles Usable depth Up to 75 meters (246 feet) Underwater microphone Condenser microphone (monaural) Controllable function Power on/off, recording start/stop, auto focus on/off, power zooming Dimensions Approx. 297 x 212 x 283 mm (w/h/d) (11 3/4 x 8 3/8 x 11 1/4 in.) Mass Approx. 4 kg (8 lb 13oz) Supplied accessories Camera mounting shoe (1) O-ring (1) Grease (1) NP-F530 battery pack for the monitor (1) R6 (size AA) battery (2) Sunshade (1) Recommended accessories Accessory kit ACC-MK1 Wide-conversion lens VCL-MK1 Colour filter VF-MK11/MK12 Carring bag Carring belt Hood Underwater video light HVL-M20/ML20/80DA Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.2-F3-F