3-859-057-15 (1)
Vid e o Ca m e ra
Re co rd e r
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
Owner’s record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial
number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you
call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. CCD-
Model No. AC-
Serial No.
Serial No.
CCD-TRV12
CCD-TRV12/TRV22/TRV33
CCD-TRV112/TRV212
1996 by Sony Corporation
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Ta b le o f co n t e n t s
Be fo re yo u b e g in
Ad d it io n a l in fo rm a t io n
Changing the lithium battery in the
camcorder ........................................31
Using this manual ...................................4
Checking suppllied accessories ............ 5
Resetting the date and time ................. 33
Playback modes ..................................... 34
Tips for using the battery pack ........... 34
Maintenance information and
precautions ...................................... 38
Using your camcorder abroad ............ 42
Ge t t in g st a rt e d
Charging and installing the battery
pack ..................................................... 6
Inserting a cassette .................................. 8
Trouble check ......................................... 43
Specifications ......................................... 46
Identifying the parts ..............................47
Warning indicators ................................55
Index ....................................... back cover
Ba sic o p e ra t io n s
Camera recording .................................... 9
Using the zoom feature ................. 11
Shooting with the LCD screen ..... 12
Hints for better shooting ..................... 13
Checking the recorded picture ........... 15
Playing back a tape ...............................16
Searching for the end of the picture ... 18
Ad va n ce d o p e ra t io n s
Using alternative power sources ....... 19
Letting the subject monitor the shot . 21
Recording with the date or time ......... 22
Shooting with backlighting ................. 23
Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 24
Selecting the START/ STOP mode ..... 25
Superimposing a title ............................26
Using the STEADY SHOT function ... 27
(CCD-TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV212 only)
Using the CINEMA mode function
(CCD-TRV33 only) ..........................27
Changing the mode settings ............... 28
Watching on a TV screen ..................... 29
Editing onto another tape .................... 30
3
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Be fo re yo u b e g in
Usin g t h is m a n u a l
The instructions in this manual are for the five models listed below. Before you start
reading this manual and operating the unit, check your model number by looking at the
bottom of your camcorder. The CCD-TRV12 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-TRV33 only”.
As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the camcorder are shown in
capital letters.
e.g. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
As indicated with ≥ in the illustrations, you can hear the beep sound to confirm your
operation.
Typ e s o f d iffe re n ce s
Steady Shot
CINEMA Mode
View finder
Zoom
(X)
Model
B/W
Color
26X (Digital)
26X (Digital)
52X (Digital)
CCD-TRV12/ TRV112
CCD-TRV22/ TRV212
CCD-TRV33
r
r
r
r
r
r
No t e o n TV co lo r syst e m s
TV color systems differ from country to country.
To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV.
Pre ca u t io n o n co p yrig h t
Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the
copyright laws.
Pre ca u t io n s o n ca m co rd e r ca re
• The LCD screen and/or the color view finder are manufactured using high-
precision technology. How ever, there may be some tiny black points and/or
bright points (red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD
screen and/or in the view finder. These points are normal in the manufacturing
process and do not affect the recorded picture in any w ay.
Over 99.99% are operational for effective use.
• Do not let the camcorder get wet. Keep the camcorder away from rain and sea water.
Letting the camcorder get wet may cause the unit to malfunction, and sometimes this
malfunction cannot be repaired. [a ]
• Never leave the camcorder under temperatures above 140° F (60 °C), such as in a car
parked in the sun or under direct sunlight. [b ]
[b ]
[a ]
4
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Ch e ckin g su p p lie d a cce sso rie s
Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder.
1
4
7
2
3
6
8
5
1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 17, 5 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote
51)
Commander (2) (p. 52)
2 NP-33 Battery Pack (1) (p. 6)
3 CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p. 31)
6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 50)
7 AC-V16/V16A AC pow er adaptor (1)
(p. 6, 19)
Already installed in the camcorder.
8 Battery case (1) (p. 20)
4 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 29)
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33 only
Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made
due to a malfunction of the camcorder, video tape, etc.
5
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Ge t t in g st a rt e d
Ch a rg in g a n d in st a llin g t h e b a t t e ry p a ck
Beforeusingyourcamcorder,youfirstneedtochargeandinstallthebatterypack.To
chargethebatterypack,usethesuppliedACpoweradaptor.
Ch a rg in g t h e b a t t e ry p a ck
Chargethebatterypackonaflatplacewithoutvibration.
(1) Connect the AC power adaptor to the wall outlet.
(2) Align the right side of the battery pack with the line on the AC power adaptor,
then slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow.
(3) Set the selector to CHARGE. The CHARGE lamp (orange) lights up. Charging
begins.
Whenchargingiscompleted,theCHARGElampgoesout.Unplugtheunitfromthe
walloutlet,andthenremovethebatterypackandinstallitonthecamcorder.
1
2
3
POWER
CHARGE
Ch a rg in g Tim e
NP-60D
NP-33(supplied) NP-98/98D NP-80/80D NP-78
NP-C65
Battery pack
NP-68
90
215 190 170
105
Charging time*(min)
60
125
* ApproximateminutestochargeanemptybatterypackusingthesuppliedACpower
adaptor.(Lowertemperaturesrequirealongerchargingtime.)
Ba t t e ry life
CCD-TRV12/TRV112
Battery pack
NP-98/98D NP-80/80D
NP-C65
NP-60D
NP-33(supplied)
65 (30)
NP-78
NP-68
LCD open2)
LCD close
225 (120)
300 (160)
195 (105) 180 (100) 140 (75) 115 (60) 100 (55)
255 (140) 230 (125) 175 (95) 155 (85) 130 (70)
While
recording1)
85 (40)
While playing back on
LCD3)
225
65
195
180
140
115
100
6
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
CCD-TRV22/TRV33/TRV212
Battery pack
NP-98/98D
NP-33(supplied)
65 (30)
NP-80/80D NP-78 NP-68/66H NP-C65 NP-60D
LCD open2)
LCD close
220 (110) 190 (100) 175 (95) 135 (70) 100 (50) 95 (50)
300 (160) 250 (135) 220 (120) 170 (95) 150 (80) 125 (70)
While
recording1)
85 (40)
While playing back on
LCD3)
220
190
180
135
100
95
65
1)
Approximatecontinuousrecordingtimeindoorsisindicatedoutsideofparentheses.
Approximateminuteswhenrecordingwhileyourepeatrecordingstart/ stop,
zoomingandturningthepoweron/ offareindicatedinparentheses.Theactual
batterylifemaybeshorter.
2)
3)
ApproximateminuteswhenusingtheLCDscreen.Whenusingboththeviewfinder
andLCDscreen,thebatterylifeisshorter.
Approximatecontinuousplaybacktimeindoors.
IftheLCDBACKLIGHTswitchissettoBRIGHTwhiletheLCDscreenisopen,the
batterylifeisapproximately10%shorter.
To re m o ve t h e b a t t e ry p a ck
Slidethebatterypackinthedirectionofthearrow.
No t e s o n ch a rg in g t h e b a t t e ry p a ck
• ThePOWERlampwillremainlitforawhileevenifthebatterypackisremovedand
thepowercordisunpluggedafterchargingthebatterypack.Thisisnormal.
• IfthePOWERlampdoesnotlight,settheselectortoVTR(DCOUT)anddisconnect
thepowercord.Afteraboutoneminute,reconnectthepowercordandsettheselector
toCHARGEagain.
• YoucannotoperatethecamcorderusingtheACpoweradaptorwhilechargingthe
batterypack.
In st a llin g t h e b a t t e ry p a ck
(1) Insert the top of the battery pack into the top of the battery mounting surface.
(2) Push the battery pack so that it attaches firmly. Make sure that you hear clicks
twice.
1
2
7
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Ch a rg in g a n d in st a llin g t h e b a t t e ry p a ck
To re m o ve t h e b a t t e ry p a ck
SlideBATT,andthenpullthelowerpartofthebatterypack.
2
1
In se rt in g a ca sse t t e
Makesurethatapowersourceisinstalled.
(1) While pressing the small blue button, slide EJECT in the direction of the arrow.
The cassette compartment automatically opens.
(2) Insert a cassette (not supplied) with the window facing out.
(3) Press the PUSH mark on the cassette compartment to close it. The cassette
compartment automatically closes.
PUSH
EJECT
To e je ct t h e ca sse t t e
Whilepressingthesmallbluebutton,slideEJECTinthedirectionofthearrow.
To p re ve n t a ccid e n t a l e ra su re
Slidethetabonthecassettetoexposethered
mark.
Ifyouinsertthecassettewiththeredmark
exposedandclosethecassettecompartment,
thebeepssoundforawhile.Ifyoutryto
recordwiththeredmarkexposed,the
and 6indicatorsflashintheviewfinder,and
youcannotrecord.
L
Tore-recordonthistape,slidethetabbackoutcoveringtheredmark.
8
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Ba sic o p e ra t io n s
Ca m e ra re co rd in g
Make sure that a power source and a cassette is inserted and that the START/ STOP
MODE switch inside the LCD panel is set to
.
When you use the camcorder for the first time, power on it and reset the date and time
to your time (p. 33) before you start recording. The date is automatically recorded for 10
seconds after you start recording (AUTO DATE feature). This feature works only once a
day.
Before you record one-time events, you may want to make a trial recording to make
sure that you are using the camcorder correctly.
(1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to
CAMERA.
(2) Turn STANDBY up. The “STBY” indicator appears in the viewfinder.
(3) Press START/ STOP. The camcorder starts recording and the “STBY” indicator
changes to the “REC” indicator.
You can also select Recording mode, SP (standard play) mode or LP (long play) mode.
Set REC MODE (p. 28) according to the length of your planned recording before you
start.
CAMERA
OFF
PLAYER
To st o p re co rd in g m o m e n t a rily [a ]
Press START/ STOP again. The “REC” indicator in the viewfinder changes to the
“STBY” indicator (Standby mode).
To fin ish re co rd in g [b ]
Press START/ STOP. Turn STANDBY down, and set the POWER switch to OFF.
Then, eject the cassette and remove the battery pack.
[a ]
[b]
9
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Ca m e ra re co rd in g
No t e o n st a n d b y m o d e
If you leave the camcorder for 5 minutes or more with a cassette inserted in Standby
mode, the camcorder goes off automatically. This prevents wearing down the battery
and wearing out the tape. To resume Standby mode, turn STANDBY down once and
turn it up again. To start recording, press START/ STOP.
No t e s o n t h e re co rd in g m o d e
• This camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long
play) mode.
The playback quality in LP mode, however, will not be as good as that in SP mode.
• When a tape recorded on this camcorder in LP mode is played back on other types of
8 mm camcorders or VCRs, the playback quality may not be as good as that on this
camcorder.
To fo cu s t h e vie w fin d e r le n s
If the viewfinder is not in focus at all or when you use the camcorder after someone else
has used it, focus the viewfinder lens. Turn the viewfinder lens adjustment ring so that
the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus.
Re co rd in g w it h t h e START/STOP b u t t o n d e p re sse d
You can also make recording while pressing down the START/ STOP button. To make
the START/ STOP button work this way, slide START/ STOP MODE to
. [a ]
Sh o o t in g sce n e ry in se ve ra l sh o rt t a ke s
You can automatically make a recording for about 5 seconds with the 5 SEC mode (p.
25). To make the START/ STOP button work this way, slide START/ STOP MODE to 5
SEC. [b ]
[a ]
[b ]
START/STOP MODE
START/STOP MODE
5
SEC
5
SEC
ANTI GROUND
SHOOTING
ANTI GROUND
SHOOTING
No t e o n re co rd in g
When you record from the beginning of the tape, run the tape for about 15 seconds
before actual recording. This prevents the camcorder from missing any start-up scenes
when you play back the tape.
10
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
No t e s o n t h e t a p e co u n t e r
• The tape counter indicates the recording or playback time. Use it as a guide. There will
be a time lag of several seconds from the actual time. To set the counter to zero, press
COUNTER RESET.
• If the tape is recorded in SP and LP modes mixed, the tape counter shows incorrect
recording time. When you intend to edit the tape using the tape counter as a guide,
record in same (SP or LP) mode.
No t e o n b e e p so u n d
As indicated with ≥ in the illustrations, a beep sounds when you turn the power on or
when you start recording and two beeps sound when you stop recording, confirming
the operation. Several beeps also sound as a warning of any unusual condition of the
camcorder. Note that the beep sound is not recorded on the tape. If you do not want to
hear the beep sound, change the BEEP setting to OFF.
No t e o n t h e AUTO DATE fe a t u re
The clock is set to East Coast Standard Time at the factory. You can reset the clock.
The AUTO DATE feature shows the date automatically once a day. However, the date
may automatically appear more than once a day when:
– you reset the date and time.
– you eject and insert the tape again.
– you stop recording within 10 seconds.
Usin g t h e zo o m fe a t u re
Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the
scene. For more professional-looking recordings, use the zoom sparingly.
“T” side:
“W” side:
for telephoto (subject appears closer)
for wide-angle (subject appears farther away)
11
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Ca m e ra re co rd in g
Zo o m in g sp e e d (Va ria b le sp e e d zo o m in g )
Turn the power zoom lever fully for a high-speed zoom. Turn it lightly for a relatively
slow zoom.
Wh e n yo u sh o o t a su b je ct u sin g a t e le p h o t o zo o m
If you cannot get a sharp focus while in extreme telephoto zoom, move the power
zoom lever to the “W” side until the focus is sharp.
You can shoot a subject that is at least 2.6 feet (about 80 cm) away from the lens surface
in the telephoto position, or 1/ 2 inches (about 1 cm) in the wide-angle position.
No t e s o n d ig it a l zo o m
• More than 13x zoom is performed digitally, and the picture quality deteriorates as
you go toward the “ T ” side. If you do not want to use the digital zoom, set the D
ZOOM function to OFF.
• The vertical bar in the power zoom indicator separates the digital zooming zone
(right side of the bar [a ]) and the optical zooming zone (left side of the bar [b ]). If you
set the D ZOOM function to OFF, the right side of the bar [a ] disappears.
Sh o o t in g w it h t h e LCD scre e n
You can also record the picture while looking at the LCD screen.
When using the LCD screen, the viewfinder turns off automatically. You cannot
monitor the sound from the speaker during recording.
(1) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel.
(2) Adjust the angle of the LCD panel.
The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to this side and about 210 degrees to the
other side.
To adjust the brightness of the LCD screen, turn the BRIGHT dial.
The battery life is longer when the LCD panel is closed. Use the viewfinder instead of
the LCD screen to save the battery power.
210˚
90˚
1
90˚
BRIGHT
2
12
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
To le t t h e su b je ct m o n it o r t h e sh o t
Turn the LCD panel over (p.21).
No t e s o n t h e LCD p a n e l
• When closing the LCD panel, turn it vertically until it clicks [a ].
• When turning the LCD panel, turn it always vertically; otherwise, the camcorder body
may be damaged or the LCD panel may not close properly [b ].
• Close the LCD panel completely when not in use.
[a ]
[b ]
1
2
Hin t s fo r b e t t e r sh o o t in g
For hand-held shots, you’ll get better results by holding the camcorder according to the
following suggestions:
• Hold the camcorder firmly and secure it with the grip strap so that you can easily
manipulate the controls with your thumb.
1
2
3
• Place your right elbow against your side.
• Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it.
• Place your eye firmly against the viewfinder eyecup.
• Use the viewfinder frame as a guide to determine the horizontal plane.
13
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Hin t s fo r b e t t e r sh o o t in g
• You can record in a low position to get an interesting recording angle. Lift the
viewfinder up for recording from a low position [a ].
• While recording in a low position, you can use the START/ STOP button on the top of
the camcorder or the power zoom button located on the front [b ]. Note that you
cannot change zooming speed using the front power zoom button.
• You can also record in a low position or even in a high position using the LCD panel
[c].
[a ]
[b ]
[c]
START / STOP
W
T
Pla ce t h e ca m co rd e r o n a fla t su rfa ce o r u se a t rip o d
Try placing the camcorder on a table top or any other flat surface of suitable height. If
you have a tripod for a still camera, you can also use it with the camcorder. When
attaching a non-Sony tripod, make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than
9/ 32 inches (6.5 mm). Otherwise, the screw may damage the inner parts of the
camcorder.
Ca u t io n s o n t h e vie w fin d e r a n d t h e LCD
• Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder or by the LCD panel [d ].
• Do not place the camcorder so as to point the viewfinder or the LCD screen toward the
sun. The inside of the viewfinder or the LCD panel may be damaged. Be careful when
placing the camcorder under sunlight or by a window [e ].
[d ]
[e ]
No t e o n t h e LCD scre e n
When you use the LCD screen outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD screen may be
difficult to see. If this happens, we recommend that you use the viewfinder.
14
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Ch e ckin g t h e re co rd e d p ict u re
Using EDITSEARCH, you can review the last recorded scene or check the recorded
picture in the viewfinder. You can also review the picture on the LCD screen.
(1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to
CAMERA.
(2) Turn STANDBY up.
(3) Press the – (Œ) side of EDITSEARCH momentarily; the last few seconds of the
recorded portion plays back (Rec Review ). You can also monitor the sound
from the speaker or by using an earphone (not supplied).
Hold down the – side of EDITSEARCH until the camcorder goes back to the scene you
want. The last recorded portion is played back. To go forward, hold down the + side
(Edit Search).
1
CAMERA
2
OFF
3
PLAYER
EDITSEARCH
Œ
Œ
Œ
To st o p p la yb a ck
Release EDITSEARCH.
To g o b a ck t o t h e la st re co rd e d p o in t a ft e r e d it se a rch
Press END SEARCH. The last recorded point is played back for about 5 seconds if the
tape was recorded in SP mode, or 10 seconds if the tape was recorded in LP mode, and
stops.
Note that this function does not work once you eject the cassette after you recorded in
the tape.
To b e g in re -re co rd in g
Press START/ STOP. Re-recording begins from the last recorded point or the point you
released EDITSEARCH. Provided you do not eject the tape, the transition between the
last scene you recorded and the next scene you record will be smooth.
15
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Pla yin g b a ck a t a p e
You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen.
(1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to
PLAYER.
(2) Insert the recorded tape with the window facing out.
(3) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. Adjust the angle of the LCD
panel or the brightness of the LCD screen if necessary.
(4) Press ( to start playback.
(5) Adjust the volume using VOL.
You can also monitor on the TV screen after connecting the camcorder to the VCR/ TV.
CAMERA
OFF
PLAYER
VOLUME
To stop playback, press p.
To rew ind the tape, press 0.
To fast-forw ard the tape, press ).
16
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Wh e n w a t ch in g o n t h e LCD scre e n
You can turn the LCD panel over and move back to the camcorder with the LCD screen
facing out. [a ]
You can change the angle of the LCD panel. [b ]
[a ]
[b ]
30˚
Usin g t h e Re m o t e Co m m a n d e r
You can control playback using the supplied Remote Commander.
Before using the Remote Commander, insert the size AA (R6) batteries.
No t e o n DISPLAY b u t t o n
Press DISPLAY to erase the screen indicators on the LCD screen. To display the
indicators, press again.
The indicators don't appear on the TV.
Usin g a n e a rp h o n e
Connect an earphone (not supplied) to the @ jack. You can adjust the volume of the
earphone using VOL.
To vie w t h e p la yb a ck p ict u re in t h e vie w fin d e r
Close the LCD panel. The viewfinder turns on automatically. When using the
viewfinder, you can monitor the sound only by using an earphone.
To view on the LCD screen again, open the LCD panel. The viewfinder turns off
automatically.
Va rio u s p la yb a ck m o d e s
To vie w a st ill p ict u re (p la yb a ck p a u se )
Press P during playback. To resume playback, press P or (.
To lo ca t e a sce n e (Pict u re Se a rch )
Keep pressing 0 or ) during playback. To resume normal playback, release the
button.
To m o n it o r t h e h ig h -sp e e d p ict u re w h ile a d va n cin g t h e t a p e o r re w in d
(Skip Sca n )
Keep pressing 0 while rewinding or ) while advancing the tape.
To resume normal playback, press (.
No t e s o n p la yb a ck
• Streaks appear and the sound is muted in the various playback modes.
• When playback pause mode lasts for 5 minutes more, the camcorder automatically
enters stop mode.
17
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Se a rch in g fo r t h e e n d o f t h e p ict u re
Pla yin g b a ck a t a p e
You can go to the end of the recorded portion after you record and play back the tape to
make the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene smooth. The
tape starts rewinding or fast-forwarding and the last 5 seconds play back if the tape was
recorded in SP mode, or the last 10 seconds play back if the tape was recorded in LP
mode. Then the tape stops at the end of the recorded picture (End Search).
Note that End Search function does not work once you eject the cassette after you
recorded in the tape.
(1) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel.
(2) Press END SEARCH.
This function works when the POWER switch is set to either CAMERA or PLAYER.
END SEARCH
18
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Ad va n ce d o p e ra t io n s
Usin g a lt e rn a t ive p o w e r so u rce s
You can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack,
the house current, alkaline battery and 12/ 24 V car battery. Choose the appropriate
power source depending on where you want to use your camcorder.
Pow er source
House current
Accessory to be used
Supplied AC power adaptor
Indoors
Outdoor
Battery pack
Battery pack (Ni-Cd type)
Size AA (LR 6) Alkaline battery
12 V or 24 V car battery
Battery case (supplied) except CCD-TRV112/ TRV212
Sony DC pack DCP-77
In the car
No t e o n p o w e r so u rce s
Disconnecting the power source or removing the battery pack during recording or
playback may damage the inserted tape. If this happens, restore the power supply again
immediately.
This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony video product.
When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recommends that you purchase
accessories with this “GENUINE VIDEO ACCESSORIES” mark.
Usin g t h e h o u se cu rre n t
To use the supplied AC power adaptor:
(1) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. Insert the top of the connecting plate
of the AC power adaptor into the top of the battery mounting surface. Push the
connecting plate so that it attaches firmly. Make sure that you hear clicks twice.
(2) Set the selector to VTR (DC OUT).
2
3
1
WARNING
Power cord must only be changed at qualified service shop.
PRECAUTION
The set is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the
wall outlet, even if the set itself has been turned off.
19
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Usin g a lt e rn a t ive p o w e r so u rce s
No t e s o n t h e POWER la m p
• The POWER lamp will remain lit for a while even if the unit is unplugged after use.
This is normal.
• If the POWER lamp does not light, set the selector to VTR (DC OUT) and disconnect
the power cord. After about one minute, reconnect the power cord.
To re m o ve t h e a d a p t o r
The adaptor is removed in the same way as the battery pack.
Usin g t h e Ba t t e ry Ca se
– CCD-TRV12/TRV22/TRV33 o n ly
Use the battery case (supplied) and six size AA (LR6) Sony alkaline batteries (not
supplied).
(1) Remove the battery holder from the battery case.
(2) Insert six new alkaline batteries into the battery holder, following the marking
on the holder to be sure the batteries are installed in the correct direction.
(3) Insert the battery holder with the alkaline batteries.
(4) Insert the battery case with the alkaline batteries to the battery mounting
surface of the camcorder in the same way as the battery pack (p. 7).
1
2
3
Ba t t e ry Life
Using Sony alkaline batteries at 77°F (25°C)
Model
CCD-TRV12/TRV112
110 (60)
CCD-TRV22/TRV33/TRV212
LCD open2)
LCD close
105 (55)
150 (80)
While
recording1)
160 (90)
While playing back on
LCD3)
110
105
1)
Approximate continuous recording time indoors is indicated outside of parentheses.
Approximate minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/ stop,
zooming and turning the power on/ off are indicated in parentheses. The actual
battery life may be shorter.
2)
3)
Approximate minutes when using the LCD screen. When using both the viewfinder
and LCD screen, the battery life is shorter.
Approximate continuous playback time indoors.
If the LCD BACK LIGHT switch is set to BRIGHT while the LCD screen is open, the
battery life is approximately 10% shorter.
20
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
No t e s
• The above battery lives are estimates. The battery life may be shorter depending on
the storage condition of the battery before being purchased and temperature.
• You may not use the battery case in cold environment.
To re m o ve t h e b a t t e ry ca se
The battery case is removed in the same way as the battery pack (p. 7).
When you replace the batteries, be sure to remove the battery case from the camcorder
to prevent malfunction.
Usin g a ca r b a t t e ry
Use Sony DCP-77 DC pack (not supplied). Connect the cord of the DC pack to the
cigarette lighter socket of the car (12 V or 24 V). Connect the DC pack to the battery
mounting surface of the camcorder.
To re m o ve t h e DC p a ck
The DC pack is removed in the same way as the battery pack.
Le t t in g t h e su b je ct m o n it o r t h e sh o t
You can turn the LCD panel over so that it faces the other way and you can let the
subject monitor the shot while shooting with the viewfinder.
Turn the LCD panel vertically first until it clicks, then turn it over. The indicator
appears on the LCD screen (Mirror mode) and the date and remaining battery
indicators disappear.
2
1
To ca n ce l m irro r m o d e
Turn the LCD panel back toward the viewfinder.
No t e s o n m irro r m o d e
• When you turn the LCD panel about 135 degrees to 210 degrees, the camcorder enters
mirror mode.
• Using the mirror mode, you can record yourself while watching yourself on the LCD
[a].
• The picture on the LCD looks as a mirror-image while recording in mirror mode [b].
The STBY indicator appears as rP and REC as r.
• The date appears in reverse when the AUTO DATE feature is turned on. When
recorded it will be normal.
21
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Le t t in g t h e su b je ct m o n it o r t h e sh o t
• While recording in mirror mode, you cannot operate the following buttons:
COUNTER RESET, TITLE, DATE(+) and TIME(NEXT).
[a ]
[b ]
Re co rd in g w it h t h e d a t e o r t im e
Before you start recording or during recording, press DATE(+) or TIME(NEXT). You
can record the date or time displayed on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder with the
picture. You cannot record the date and time at the same time. Except for the date or
time indicator, no indicator on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder is recorded.
The clock is set to East Coast Standard Time at the factory.
To st o p re co rd in g w it h t h e d a t e o r t im e
Press DATE(+) or TIME(NEXT) again. The date or time indicator disappears. The
recording continues.
No t e
You cannot superimpose a title during recording the date or time.
22
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Sh o o t in g w it h b a cklig h t in g
When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a
light background, use the BACK LIGHT function.
Press BACK LIGHT. The
indicator appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.
[a ] Subject is too dark because of backlight.
[b ] Subject becomes bright with backlight compensation.
Aft e r sh o o t in g
Be sure to release this adjustment condition by pressing BACK LIGHT again. The
indicator disappears. Otherwise, the picture will be too bright under normal lighting
condition.
Th is fu n ct io n is a lso e ffe ct ive u n d e r fo llo w in g co n d it io n s:
• On snow e.g. at the ski resort
• At the beach under strong sunshine
• A subject with a light source nearby or a mirror reflecting light
• A white subject against a white background.
Especially when you shoot a person wearing shiny clothes made of silk or synthetic
fiber, his or her face tends to become dark if you do not use this function.
23
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Usin g t h e PROGRAM AE fu n ct io n
You can select from three PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shooting
situation. When you use PROGRAM AE, you can capture high-speed action or night views.
Se le ct in g t h e b e st m o d e
Select the best mode by using the following examples.
å
A
Å
å Sp o rt s m o d e
• Outdoor sports scenes such as football, tennis,
golf or skiing
• A landscape in a moving car
A Hig h -sp e e d sh u t t e r m o d e
• A golf swing or a tennis match in fine weather with the ball captured clearly
• Playing back certain scenes with high-speed movements in clear, sharp picture
Å Tw ilig h t m o d e
• Recording night views, neon signs or fireworks
Usin g t h e PROGRAM AE fu n ct io n
Set the mark of the desired mode to the r mark above the PROGRAM AE dial.
PROGRAM
AE
To re t u rn t o a u t o m a t ic m o d e
Turn the PROGRAM AE dial so that the r mark points to AUTO.
No t e o n sh u t t e r sp e e d
The shutter speed in each PROGRAM AE mode is as follows:
Sports mode – between 1/ 60 to 1/ 500
High-speed shutter mode – 1/ 4000
Twilight mode – 1/ 60
AUTO mode – 1/ 60 (or 1/ 100 when the Steady Shot is on – CCD-TRV22/ TRV33/
TRV212 only)
24
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Se le ct in g t h e START/STOP m o d e
Your camcorder has two modes besides normal start/ stop mode. These modes enable
you to take a series of quick shots resulting in a lively video, or to avoid recording
unnecessary scenes resulting from failing to turn off the camcorder.
(1) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel.
(2) Set START/ STOP MODE to the desired mode.
: Recording starts when you press START/ STOP, and stops when you press it
again (normal mode).
ANTI GROUND SHOOTING : The camcorder records only while you press
down START/ STOP so that you can avoid recording unnecessary scenes.
5 SEC : When you press START/ STOP, the camcorder records for 5 seconds and
then stops automatically.
(3) Turn STANDBY up and press START/ STOP. Recording starts.
If you selected 5 SEC, five dots appear in the viewfinder. The dots disappear at a rate of
one per second. When five seconds elapse and all the dots disappear, the camcorder
switches to Standby mode automatically.
If you selected
, the camcorder records as long as you hold down START/ STOP.
START/STOP MODE
5
SEC
ANTI GROUND
SHOOTING
To e xt e n d t h e re co rd in g t im e in 5 SEC m o d e
Press START/ STOP again before all the dots disappear. Recording continues for about
5 seconds from the moment you press START/ STOP.
No t e o n 5 SEC re co rd in g
If you have turned off the indicators on the LCD screen, the dots do not appear.
25
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Su p e rim p o sin g a t it le
You can select from nine preset titles to superimpose it on the picture during recording.
Each time you press TITLE, the preset titles appear one by one.
To su p e rim p o se fro m t h e b e g in n in g
(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
(2) Turn STANDBY up.
(3) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel.
(4) Press TITLE repeatedly until the desired title appears. The title flashes.
(5) Press START/ STOP to start recording.
(6) Press TITLE when you want to turn off the title.
To su p e rim p o se o n t h e w a y o f re co rd in g
(1) Press TITLE repeatedly until the desired title appears. The title flashes.
(2) When the title stops flashing, press TITLE. The title disappears.
(3) Press START/ STOP to start recording.
(4) Press TITLE when you want superimpose the title.
(5) Press TITLE when you want to turn off the title.
No t e o n se le ct in g a t it le
You cannot select a title during recording.
26
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Usin g t h e STEADY SHOT fu n ct io n
– CCD-TRV22/TRV33/TRV212 o n ly
You can use the Steady Shot to compensate for camera-shake. Do not use the Steady
Shot when shooting a stationary object with a tripod.
(1) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel.
(2) Set STEADY SHOT to ON.
CCD-TRV22/TRV212
ON
OFF
STEADY
SHOT
CCD-TRV33
CCD-TRV22/TRV33/TRV212
STEADY OFF CINEMA
SHOT
No t e s o n t h e st e a d y sh o t
• The Steady Shot will not correct excessive camera-shake.
• When you switch the Steady Shot on or off, the exposure may fluctuate.
Usin g t h e CINEMA m o d e fu n ct io n
– CCD-TRV33 o n ly
You can record a cinemalike picture (CINEMA) to watch on a TV.
[b ]
[a ]
[c]
Black bands appear at the top and the bottom of the screen. The viewfinder [a ] and a
normal TV screen [b ] look wide. You can also watch the picture without black bands
on a wide-screen TV [c].
(1) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel.
(2) Set CINEMA. See illustration “Using the STEADY SHOT function”.
27
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Ch a n g in g t h e m o d e se t t in g s
You can change the mode settings to further enjoy the features and functions.
(1) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. You will find the mode
switches.
(2) Set the mode switches to the desired mode.
LCD BACK LIGHT
BRIGHT
COMMANDER BEEP D ZOOM REC MODE
SP
ON
LP
NORMAL
OFF
Se le ct in g t h e m o d e se t t in g o f e a ch it e m
COMMANDER <ON/OFF>
• Set to ON when using the supplied Remote Commander for the camcorder.
• Set to OFF when not using the Remote Commander.
BEEP <ON/OFF>
• Set to ON so that beeps sound when you start/ stop recording, etc.
• Set to OFF when you do not want to hear the beep sound.
D ZOOM <ON/OFF>
• Select ON to activate digital zooming.
• Select OFF to not use the digital zoom.
The camcorder goes back to 13x zoom.
REC MODE <SP/LP>
• Select SP to record a tape in SP (standard play) mode.
• Select LP to record a tape in LP (long play) mode.
LCD BACK LIGHT <BRIGHT/NORMAL>
• Select BRIGHT to make the LCD screen brighter when shooting/ playing back
outdoors.
• Normally select NORMAL. The battery life becomes about 10% longer than it is when
you select BRIGHT.
28
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Wa t ch in g o n a TV scre e n
Connect the camcorder to your VCR or TV to watch the playback picture on the TV
screen. When monitoring the playback picture by connecting the camcorder to your
TV, we recommend you to use the house current for the power source.
While playing back on a TV screen, close the LCD panel. Otherwise, picture distortion
may occur.
Co n n e ct in g d ire ct ly t o a VCR / TV w it h Vid e o / Au d io in p u t ja cks
If yo u r TV is a lre a d y co n n e ct e d t o a VCR
Open the jack cover and connect the camcorder to the LINE IN inputs on the VCR by
using the supplied A/ V connecting cable. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE. Set
the TV/ VCR selector on the TV to VCR.
: Signal flow
If yo u co n n e ct d ire ct ly t o TV
Connect the camcorder to the inputs on the TV by using the supplied A/ V connecting
cable. Set the TV/ VCR selector on the TV to VCR.
: Signal flow
To co n n e ct t o a VCR o r TV w it h o u t Vid e o /Au d io in p u t ja cks
Use the RFU-95UC RFU adaptor (not supplied).
29
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Ed it in g o n t o a n o t h e r t a p e
You can create your own video program by editing with any other h 8 mm, H Hi8,
j VHS, k S-VHS, VHSC, K S-VHSC, l Betamax or ¬ ED Betamax
VCR that has video/ audio inputs.
Turn down the volume of the camcorder while editing. Otherwise, picture distortion
may occur.
After connecting the camcorder to the VCR,
(1) Set the POWER switch to PLAYER.
(2) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR and insert
your recorded tape into the camcorder.
(3) Play back the recorded tape on the camcorder until you locate the point where
you want to start editing, then press P to put the camcorder in playback pause
mode.
(4) On the VCR, locate the recording start point and put the VCR in recording
pause mode.
(5) Press P on the camcorder and VCR simultaneously to start editing.
To e d it m o re sce n e s
Repeat steps 3 to 5.
To st o p e d it in g
Press p on both the camcorder and VCR.
30
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Ad d it io n a l In fo rm a t io n
Changing the lithium battery in the cam corder
Your camcorder is supplied with a lithium battery installed. When
the battery becomes weak or dead, the I indicator flashes in the
viewfinder or on the LCD screen for about 5 seconds when you set
the POWER switch to CAMERA. In this case, replace the battery
w ith a Sony CR2025 or Duracell DL-2025 lithium battery. Use
of any other battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts for about 1 year under
normal operation. (The lithium battery that comes installed at the
factory may not last 1 year.)
No t e s o n lit h iu m b a t t e ry
• Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children.
Should the battery be sw allow ed, Immediately consult a doctor.
• Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a good contact.
• Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers, otherwise a short-circuit may occur.
• The lithium battery has positive (+) side and negative (–) side as illustrated. Be sure
to insert the lithium battery w ith the positive side facing out.
0
2
25
0
CR
2
CR
5
(+)
(–)
WARNING
The battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose of in
fire.
31
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Ch a n g in g t h e lit h iu m b a t t e ry in t h e ca m co rd e r
Ch a n g in g t h e lit h iu m b a t t e ry
When replacing the lithium battery, keep the battery pack or other power source
attached. Otherwise, you will need to reset the date and time.
(1) Open the lid of the lithium battery compartment.
(2) Push the battery in once and pull it out from the holder.
(3) Install the new lithium battery with the positive (+) side facing out.
(4) Close the lid.
32
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Re se t t in g t h e d a t e a n d t im e
Reset the date and time using the DATE(+) and TIME(NEXT) buttons.
(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
(2) Turn STANDBY up.
(3) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel.
(4) Press DATE(+) and TIME(NEXT) simultaneously until the year indicator
flashes on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.
(5) Set year, month, day, time, minute by pressing DATE(+) and TIME(NEXT).
Note that when you keep DATE(+) pressed, the digits advance faster.
CAMERA
OFF
S
A
PLAYER
To co rre ct t h e d a t e a n d t im e se t t in g
Repeat steps 4 and 5.
To ch e ck t h e d a t e a n d t im e
Press DATE(+) to display the date indicator. Press TIME(NEXT) to display the time
indicator. When you press the same button again, the indicator goes out.
Th e ye a r in d ica t o r ch a n g e s a s fo llo w s:
No t e o n t h e t im e in d ica t o r
The internal clock of the camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle.
12:00:00 AM stands for midnight.
12:00:00 PM stands for noon.
33
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Pla yb a ck m o d e s
The playback mode (SP/ LP) is selected automatically according to the recording system
in which the tape has been recorded. The quality of the recorded picture in LP mode,
however, will not be as good as that in SP mode.
Re co rd in g m o d e
When you play back a tape recorded in LP mode, the LP indicator lights up in the
viewfinder or on the LCD screen.
Fo re ig n 8 m m vid e o
You cannot play back tapes recorded on a different TV color system. Because the TV
color systems differ from country to country, you may not be able to play back foreign
prerecorded tapes. Refer to the list of “Using your camcorder abroad” to check the TV
color system of foreign countries.
Tip s fo r u sin g t h e b a t t e ry p a ck
This section shows you how you can get the most out of your battery pack.
Pre p a rin g t h e b a t t e ry p a ck
Alw a ys ca rry a d d it io n a l b a t t e rie s
Have sufficient battery pack power to do 2 to 3 times as much recording as you have
planned.
Ba t t e ry life is sh o rt e r in co ld e n viro n m e n t
Battery efficiency is decreased, and the battery will be used up more quickly, if you are
recording in cold environment.
To sa ve b a t t e ry p o w e r
Turn the STANDBY switch on the camcorder down when not recording to save battery
power.
A smooth transition between scenes can be made even if recording is stopped and
started again. While positioning the subject, selecting an angle, or looking through the
viewfinder lens or on the LCD screen, the lens moves automatically and the battery is
used. The battery is also used when a cassette is inserted or removed.
34
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Tip s fo r u sin g t h e b a t t e ry p a ck
Wh e n t o re p la ce t h e b a t t e ry
While you are using your camcorder, the remaining battery indicator in the viewfinder
or on the LCD screen decreases gradually as battery power is used up.
When the remaining battery indicator reaches the lowest point, the i indicator appears
and starts flashing in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.
When the i indicator in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen changes from slow
flashing to rapid flashing while you are recording, set the POWER switch to OFF on the
camcorder and replace the battery pack. Leave the tape in the camcorder to obtain
smooth transition between scenes after the battery pack has been replaced.
No t e o n t h e re m a in in g b a t t e ry in d ica t o r
The remaining battery indicator of the camcorder may indicate a different remaining
capacity from that of the battery pack with its own indicator (not supplied). The
indicator on the battery pack is more accurate.
No t e s o n t h e re ch a rg e a b le b a t t e ry p a ck
CAUTION
Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 140°F (60°C), such as in a car
parked in the sun or under direct sunlight.
Th e b a t t e ry h e a t s u p
During charging or recording, the battery pack heats up. This is caused by energy that
has been generated and a chemical change that has occurred inside the battery pack.
This is not cause for concern and is normal.
Ba t t e ry p a ck ca re
• Remove the battery pack from the camcorder after using it, and keep it in a cool
place. When the battery pack is installed to the camcorder, a small amount of current
flows to the camcorder even if the POWER switch is set to OFF. This shortens battery
life.
• The battery pack is always discharging even when it is not in use after charging.
Therefore, you should charge the battery right before using the camcorder.
Ho w t o u se t h e sw it ch o n t h e b a t t e ry p a ck
When the switch is supplied with the battery pack ([a ] on page 36), you can use it to
find whether the battery pack is charged or not. Set the switch to the “no mark”
position when charging is completed. Set the switch to the “red mark” position when
the battery is used up (or in whichever direction you want to remind yourself).
Th e life o f t h e b a t t e ry p a ck
If the battery indicator flashes rapidly just after turning on the camcordrer with a fully
charged battery pack, the battery pack should be replaced with a new fully charged one.
Ch a rg in g t e m p e ra t u re
You should charge batteries at temperatures from 50°F to 86°F (from 10°C to 30°C).
Lower temperatures require a longer charging time.
So n y Ba t t e rie s a re Re co m m e n d e d
Use of non-Sony batteries may damage your Handycam camcorder.
35
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Tip s fo r u sin g t h e b a t t e ry p a ck
No t e s o n ch a rg in g
A b ra n d -n e w b a t t e ry
A brand-new battery pack is not charged. Before using the battery pack, charge it
completely.
Aft e r lo n g st o ra g e
Recharge the battery pack after a long period of storage. If the battery pack is charged
fully but not used for a long time (about 1 year), it becomes discharged. Charge it again,
but in this case the battery life will be shorter than normal. After several charging and
discharging cycles, the battery life will recover its original capacity.
No t e s o n t h e t e rm in a ls
If the terminals (metal parts on the back) are not clean, the battery charge
duration w ill be shortened.
When the terminals are not clean or when the battery pack has not been used for a long
time, repeatedly install and remove the battery pack a few times. This improves the
contact condition. Also, wipe the + and – terminals with a soft cloth or paper.
Be Su re t o Ob se rve t h e Fo llo w in g
• To prevent an accident caused by a short circuit, do not allow metal objects such
as a necklace to touch the battery terminals. When carrying the battery pack,
attach to the terminal cover. [b ]
• Keep the battery pack away from fire.
• Keep the battery pack dry.
• Do not open nor try to disassemble the battery pack.
• Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock.
[a ]
[b ]
36
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
No t e s o n t h e Ba t t e ry Ca se
– CCD-TRV12/TRV22/TRV33 o n ly
• Use only w ith alkaline batteries. You cannot use the battery case w ith
manganese batteries or size AA rechargeable NiCd batteries.
• Battery life is remarkably shorter in a cold environment (lower than 50°F/ 10°C).
• Keep the metal part clean. If it gets dirty, wipe it with a soft cloth.
• Do not disassemble or convert the battery case.
• Do not expose the battery case to any mechanical shock.
• During recording, the battery case heats up. This is not cause for concern.
• Prevent the electrode in the battery case from coming in contact with a metal object.
• If you will not use the battery case for a long time, detach the battery case from the
camcorder and remove the batteries from the battery case.
No t e s o n Alka lin e Ba t t e rie s
To avoid possible damage from battery leakage or corrosion, observe the following.
• Be sure to insert the batteries in the correct direction.
• Alkaline batteries are not rechargeable.
• Do not use a combination of new and old batteries.
• Do not use different types of batteries.
• The batteries slowly discharge while not in use.
• Do not use a battery that is leaking.
If b a t t e ry le a ka g e o ccu rre d
• Wipe off the liquid in the battery case 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.
37
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Ma in t e n a n ce in fo rm a t io n a n d p re ca u t io n s
Mo ist u re co n d e n sa t io n
If the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may
condense inside the camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this
condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or the camcorder may
not operate correctly. To prevent possible damage under these circumstances, the
camcorder is furnished with moisture sensors. Take the following precautions.
In sid e t h e ca m co rd e r
If there is moisture inside the camcorder, the beep sounds and the { indicator flashes. If
this happens, none of the function except cassette ejection will work. Open the cassette
compartment, turn off the camcorder, and leave it about 1 hour. When 6 indicator
flashes at the same time, the cassette is inserted in the camcorder. Eject the cassette, turn
off the camcorder, and leave also the cassette about 1 hour. The camcorder can be used
again if the { indicator does not appear when the power is turned on again.
On t h e le n s
If moisture condenses on the lens, no indicator appears, but the picture becomes dim.
Turn off the power and do not use the camcorder for about 1 hour.
Ho w t o p re ve n t m o ist u re co n d e n sa t io n
When bringing the camcorder from a cold place to a warm place, put the camcorder in a
plastic bag and allow it to adapt to room conditions over a period of time.
(1) Be sure to tightly seal the plastic bag containing the camcorder.
(2) Remove the bag when the air temperature inside it has reached the
temperature surrounding it (after about 1 hour).
Vid e o h e a d cle a n in g
To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. When v appears
in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen in CAMERA mode or playback pictures are
“noisy” or hardly visible, the video heads may be dirty.
[a]
[b]
[a ] Slight dirty
[b ] Dirty
If this happens, clean the video heads with the Sony V8-25CLH cleaning cassette (not
supplied). After checking the picture, if it is still “noisy”, repeat the cleaning. (Do not
repeat cleaning more than 5 times in one session.)
Ca u t io n
Do not use a commercially available wet-type cleaning cassette. It may damage the
video heads.
No t e
If the V8-25CLH cleaning cassette is not available in your area, consult your nearest
Sony dealer.
38
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Re m o vin g d u st fro m in sid e t h e vie w fin d e r
(1) Remove the screw with a screwdriver (not supplied). Then, while sliding the
RELEASE knob, turn the eyecup in the direction of the arrow and pull it out.
(2) Clean the surface with a commercially available blower.
1
2
To re a t t a ch t h e e ye cu p
(1) Align the groove on the eyecup with the • mark on the barrel.
(2) Turn the eyecup in the direction of the arrow. Then, replace the screw.
1
2
Caution
Do not remove any other screws. You may remove only the screw to remove the
eyecup.
39
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Ma in t e n a n ce in fo rm a t io n a n d p re ca u t io n s
Pre ca u t io n s
Ca m co rd e r o p e ra t io n
• Operate the camcorder using 6.0 V (battery pack), or 7.5 V (AC power adaptor).
• For DC or AC operation, use only recommended accessories.
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the casing, unplug the camcorder and have it
checked by your nearest Sony dealer before operating it any further.
• Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens.
• Keep the POWER switch set to OFF when not using the camcorder.
• Do not wrap up the camcorder and operate it since heat may build up internally.
• Keep the camcorder away from strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration.
• Do not push the LCD screen.
• If the camcorder is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the LCD
screen.
This is not a malfunction.
• While using the camcorder, the back of the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a
malfunction.
On h a n d lin g t a p e s
Do not insert anything in the small holes on the rear of the cassette. These holes are
used to sense the type of tape, thickness of tape, and if the recording tab is out or in.
Ca m co rd e r ca re
• When the camcorder is not to be used for a long time, disconnect the power source
and remove the cassette. Periodically turn on the power, operate the camera and
player sections and play back a tape for about 3 minutes.
• Clean the lens with a soft brush to remove dust. If there are fingerprints on the LCD
screen or lens, remove them with a soft cloth or LCD cleaning kit (not supplied).
• Clean the camcorder body with a soft dry cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with
a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent which may damage the
finish.
• Do not let sand get into the camcorder. When you use the camcorder on a sandy
beach or in a dusty place, protect it from the sand or dust. Sand or dust may cause the
unit to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired.
40
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
AC p o w e r a d a p t o r
Ch a rg in g
• Attach the battery pack firmly.
• Place the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration during charging.
Ot h e rs
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when not in use for a long time. To disconnect
the power cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
• Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or
damaged.
• Do not bend the AC power cord forcibly, or put a heavy object on it. This will damage
the cord and may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
• Be sure that nothing metallic comes into contact with the metal parts of the connecting
plate. If this happens, a short may occur and the unit may be damaged.
• Always keep the 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 because it will disturb AM reception and video operation.
• The unit becomes warm while in use. This is normal.
• Do not place the unit in locations that are:
– Extremely hot or cold
– Dusty or dirty
– Very humid
– Vibrating
If any difficulty should arise, unplug the unit and contact your nearest Sony dealer.
41
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Usin g yo u r ca m co rd e r a b ro a d
Each country or area has its own electricity and TV color systems. Before using your
camcorder abroad, check the following points:
Po w e r so u rce s
You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC power
adaptor within 110 V to 240 V AC, 50/ 60 Hz. Use a commercially available AC plug
adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b].
AC-V16/V16A
[a]
[b]
Diffe re n ce in co lo r syst e m s
This camcorder is an NTSC system-based camcorder. If you want to view the playback
picture on a TV, it must be an NTSC system based TV or a PAL M system-based TV
with an NTSC/ PAL M transcoder. Check the following list.
NTSC syst e m
Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Jamaica,
Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the U.S.A., Venezuela,
etc.
PAL syst e m
Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Great Britain,
Holland, Hong Kong, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal,
Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, etc.
PAL M syst e m
Brazil
PAL N syst e m
Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay
SECAM syst e m
Bulgaria, Czech Republic, France, Guyana, Hungary, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Poland,
Russia, Slovak Republic, Ukraine, etc.
42
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Tro u b le ch e ck
If you run into any problem using the camcorder, use the following table to
troubleshoot the problem.
Should the difficulty persist, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer
or local authorized Sony service facility.
Ca m co rd e r
Po w e r
Symptom
Cause and/or Corrective Actions
The power is not on.
• The battery pack is not installed.
m Attach the battery pack firmly by pushing the lower part of
the battery pack. (p. 7)
• The battery is dead.
m Use a charged battery pack. (p. 6)
• The AC power adaptor is not connected to wall outlet.
m Connect the AC power adaptor to wall outlet. (p. 19)
The power goes off.
• While being operated in CAMERA mode, the camcorder
has been in the Standby mode for more than 5 minutes.
m Turn STANDBY down once and turn it up again. (p. 10)
• The battery is dead.
m Use a charged battery pack. (p. 6)
The battery pack is quickly
discharged.
• The ambient temperature is too low. (p. 34)
• The battery pack has not been charged fully.
m Charge the battery pack again. (p. 6)
• The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged.
m Use another battery pack. (p. 35)
Op e ra t io n
Cause and/or Corrective Actions
Symptom
• The tape is stuck to the drum.
m Eject the cassette. (p. 8)
• The tape has run out.
START/ STOP does not
operate.
m Rewind the tape or use a new one. (p. 16)
• The POWER switch is set to PLAYER.
m Set it to CAMERA. (p. 9)
• The tab on the cassette is out (red).
m Use a new cassette or slide the tab. (p. 8)
The cassette cannot be
• The battery is dead.
removed from the holder.
m Use a charged battery pack or the AC power adaptor. (p. 7, 19)
No function except for cassette
ejection works.
• Moisture condensation has occurred.
m Remove the cassette and leave the camcorder for at least 1
hour. (p. 38)
The tape does not move when
a tape transport button is
pressed.
• The POWER switch is set to CAMERA or OFF.
m Set it to PLAYER. (p. 16)
• The tape has run out.
m Rewind the tape or use a new one. (p. 16)
The date or time indicator is
flashing.
• You pressed DATE and TIME together for more than 2
seconds. The camcorder is not malfunctioning.
m You may start recording. Flashing will stop soon.
• The lithium battery is weak or dead.
m Replace the lithium battery with a new one. (p. 31)
(to be continued)
43
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Tro u b le ch e ck
Cause and/or Corrective Actions
Symptom
• Reset the date and time. (p. 33)
The date or time indicator
disappears.
• START/ STOP MODE switch is set to
or 5 SEC.
Recording stops in a few
seconds.
m Set it to
. (p. 25)
Pict u re
Symptom
Cause and/or Corrective Actions
• The viewfinder lens is not adjusted.
m Adjust the viewfinder lens. (p. 10)
The image on the viewfinder
screen is not clear.
• The contrast between the subject and background is
too high. The camcorder is not malfunctioning.
m Change locations.
A vertical band appears when a
subject such as lights or a candle
flame is shot against a dark
background.
• The video heads may be dirty.
m Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLH cleaning
cassette. (p. 38)
The picture is “noisy”.
• The LCD panel is open.
m Close the LCD panel. (p. 12)
The picture does not appear in
the viewfinder.
• Incorporated fluorescent tube is worn out.
m Please contact your nearest Sony dealer.
The picture does not appear on
the LCD screen.
• The camcorder is not malfunctioning.
A vertical band appears when
shooting a very bright subject.
• The camcorder operates in Demo mode.
m Exit the Demo mode. (p. 53)
An unknown picture is
displayed.
Ot h e rs
Symptom
Cause and/or Corrective Actions
The supplied Remote Commander
does not work .
• COMMANDER is set to OFF.
m Set it to ON. (p. 28)
• Something is blocking the infrared rays.
m Remove the obstacle.
• The battery is not inserted with the correct polarity.
m Insert the battery with the correct polarity. (p. 52)
• The batteries are dead.
m Insert new ones. (p. 52)
• Detach the eyecup and clean the viewfinder lens. (p. 39)
There is dust in the viewfinder
44
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
AC p o w e r a d a p t o r
Symptom
Cause and/or Corrective Actions
• Set the selector to VTR (DC OUT) and disconnect the
power cord. After about one minute, try again. (p. 7)
The POWER lamp does not
light.
• See the following chart.
The CHARGE lamp flashes.
Wh e n t h e CHARGE la m p fla sh e s
Check through the following chart.
Remove the battery pack from the AC
power adaptor. Then install the same
battery pack again.
$
$
When the CHARGE lamp does not
flash again
When the CHARGE lamp flashes
again
If the CHARGE lamp lights up and
goes out after a while, there is no
problem.*
Install another battery pack.
$
$
When the CHARGE lamp does not
flash again
When the CHARGE lamp flashes
again
If the CHARGE lamp lights up and
goes out after a while, the problem is
with the battery pack installed first.
The problem is with the AC power
adaptor.
$
Please contact our nearest Sony dealer
in connection with the product with
the problem.
* If you use a battery pack which you have just bought or which has been left unused
for a long time, the CHARGE lamp may flash at the first charging. This does not
indicate a problem. Repeat again to charge with the same battery pack.
45
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Sp e cifica t io n s
LCD screen
Picture
Mass (Approx.)
CCD-TRV12/ TRV112: 1 lb 14 oz
(860g)
CCD-TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV212: 1 lb
14 oz (870g)
Excluding the battery pack,
lithium battery, cassette and
shoulder strap
Vid e o ca m e ra
re co rd e r
2.5 inches measured diagonally
2 x 11⁄2 inches (50.3 x 37.4 mm)
On-screen display
TN LCD/ TFT active matrix
method
Total dot number
61,380 (279 x 220)
Input and Output connectors
Video output
Phono jack, 1 Vp-p, 75 ohm,
unbalanced
Audio output
Monaural, Phono jack, 327 mV, (at
load impedance 47 kilohm),
impedance less than 2.2 kilohm
RFU DC OUT
Special minijack, DC 5 V
Earphone jack
Mini-jack
LANC control jack
Stereo mini-minijack (ø 2.5 mm)
MIC jack
Minijack, 0.388 mV, low
impedance with 2.5 to 3 V DC
output, impedance 6.8 kilohm (ø
3.5 mm)
System
Video recording system
Two rotary heads, Helical
scanning, FM system
Audio recording system
Rotary heads, FM system
Video signal
NTSC color, EIA standards
Usable cassette
8 mm video format cassette
(standard 8 mm)
Recording/Playback time
SP mode: 2 hours (P6-120)
LP mode: 4 hours (P6-120)
Fastforw ard/rew ind time
Approx. 5 min. (P6-120)
Image device
CCD (Charge Coupled Device)
View finder
Electronic viewfinder
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/
TRV112/ TRV212:Black and white
CCD-TRV33:Color
2 lb 6 oz (1.1kg)
Including the battery pack NP-33,
lithium battery CR2025, cassette
P6-120 and shoulder strap
Microphone
Electret condenser microphone,
monaural type
Supplied accessories
See page 5.
AC pow er adaptor
Pow er requirements
110 – 240 V AC, 50/ 60Hz
Pow er consumption
AC-V16: 20 W
AC-V16A: 22 W
Output voltage
DC OUT in operation mode
AC-V16/ V16A: 7.5 V, 1.8 A
Battery charge terminal
10 V, 1.1 A in charge mode
Application
Sony battery packs NP-
33(supplied), NP-60D, NP-C65,
NP-66H, NP-68, NP-78, NP-80,
NP-80D, NP-98, NP-98D
Operating temperature
32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
Storage temperature
–4°F to +140°F (–20°C to +60°C)
Dimensions (Approx.)
6 5⁄8 x 1 11⁄16 x 3 inches (166 x 43 x 75
mm) (w/ h/ d)
Speaker
Dynamic-speaker
Lens
Combined power zoom lens, F1.8–
2.8
Filter diameter 1 1⁄2 inches (37 mm)
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV112/
TRV212:13x (Optical), 26x (Digital)
CCD-TRV33:13x (Optical), 52x
(Digital)
General
Power requirements
7.5 V (AC power adaptor)
Average pow er consumption
During camera recording using
the LCD
CCD-TRV12/ TRV112: 4.8W
CCD-TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV212:
4.9W
During camera recording using
the viewfinder
CCD-TRV12/ TRV112: 3.7W
CCD-TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV212:
3.8W
Operating temperature
32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
Storage temperature
–4°F to +140°F (–20°C to +60°C)
Dimensions (Approx.)
4 1⁄2 x 4 1⁄4 x 8 3⁄8 inches
(113 x 106 x 210 mm) (w/ h/ d)
Focal distance
f = 7⁄32 – 2 5⁄8 inches (5.3 – 68.9 mm)
When converted to a 35mm still
camera
CCD-TRV12/ TRV112:
1 9⁄16 –18 1⁄2 inches (38 – 494mm)
CCD-TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV212:
1 7⁄8 – 22 1⁄4 inches (46 – 598 mm)
Color temperature
including projecting parts and
controls
Mass (Approx.)
AC-V16: 15 oz (420 g)
AC-V16A: 16 oz (450 g)
Auto
Minimum illumination
CCD-TRV12/ TRV112:
0.6 lux at F 1.8
CCD-TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV212:
2 lux at F 1.8
Illumination range
CCD-TRV12/ TRV112:
0.6 to 100,000 lux
Design and specifications are
subject to change without notice.
CCD-TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV212:
2 to 100,000 lux
Recommended illumination
More than 100 lux
46
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Id e n t ifyin g t h e p a rt s
STOP
REW
PLAY
FF
PAUSE
1 Tape transport buttons (p. 16, 17)
7 Built-in microphone
p STOP
8 POWER sw itch (p. 9, 16)
9 Pow er zoom lever (p. 11)
0 View finder adjustment ring (p. 10)
!¡ View finder (p. 10, 39, 54)
!™ PROGRAM AE dial (p. 24)
!£ LCD panel (p. 12)
0 REW (rewind)
( PLAY (playback)
) FF (fast forward)
P PAUSE
These buttons will function in PLAYER
mode.
2 EDITSEARCH button (p. 15)
3 Recording lamp
!¢ BACK LIGHT button (p. 23)
4 Remote sensor (p. 53)
Aim the Remote Commander here for
remote control.
5 Lens cover
6 Pow er zoom button (p. 14)
Use this button when recording in a low
position.
47
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Id e n t ifyin g t h e p a rt s
CCD-TRV33
!∞ Recording lamp
@∞ LANC l control jack
l stands for Local Application Control
Bus system. The l control jack is used for
controlling the tape transport of video
equipment and peripherals connected to it.
This jack has the same function as the
connectors indicated as CONTROL L or
REMOTE.
!§ DATE (+) button (p. 22)
!¶ TIME (NEXT) button (p. 22)
!• LCD screen (p. 16, 54)
!ª Lithium battery compartment (p. 32)
@º DISPLAY button (p. 17)
@¡ COUNTER RESET button (p. 11)
@™ END SEARCH button (p. 18)
@£ Speaker
@§ START/STOP MODE sw itch (p. 9, 10, 25)
@¶ @ (earphone) jack (p. 17)
@• TITLE button (p. 26)
@ª VOL (speaker volume) control (p. 16)
@¢ Mode sw itches (p. 28)
#º STEADY SHOT sw itch (p. 27)
(CCD-TRV22/TRV212 only)
STEADY SHOT/CINEMA MODE sw itch
(p. 27) (CCD-TRV33 only)
48
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
#¡ START/STOP button (p. 14)
Use this button when recording in a low
position.
#§ Battery mounting surface (p. 7)
#¶ START/STOP button (p. 9)
#• STANDBY sw itch (p. 9)
#™ Tripod receptacle (p. 14)
#£ PUSH OPEN button (p. 12, 16)
#¢ LCD BRIGHT dial (p. 12)
#∞ Eyecup (p. 13, 39)
#ª BATT (battery release) knob (p. 8)
49
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Id e n t ifyin g t h e p a rt s
$º Cassette compartment (p. 8)
$¡ EJECT knob (p. 8)
$§ RFU DC OUT (RFU adaptor DC out) jack
$¶ AUDIO OUT jack (p. 29)
$™ Eyecup release knob (p. 39)
$£ Hooks for shoulder strap
$¢ Grip strap (p. 13)
$• MIC (microphone) jack
Connect an external microphone (not
supplied). This jack also accepts a “plug-
in-power” microphone.
$ª Jack cover
$∞ VIDEO OUT jack (p. 29)
At t a ch in g t h e sh o u ld e r st ra p
Attach the supplied shoulder strap to the hooks for the shoulder strap.
3
1
2
50
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Re m o t e co m m a n d e r
Usin g t h e Re m o t e Co m m a n d e r
Make sure that the COMMANDER mode is set to ON (p. 28).
The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the camcorder
function identically.
T
W
1 Transmitter
4 START/STOP button
Point toward the remote sensor to control
the camcorder after turning on the
camcorder.
5 Pow er zoom button
The zooming speed is unchangeable on the
Remote Commander.
2 Tape transport buttons (p. 17)
3 Size AA (R6) battery holder (p. 52)
51
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Id e n t ifyin g t h e p a rt s
To p re p a re t h e re m o t e co m m a n d e r
To use the Remote Commander, you must insert two size AA (R6) batteries. Use the
supplied size AA (R6) batteries.
(1) Remove the battery cover from the Remote Commander.
(2) Insert both of the size AA (R6) batteries with correct polarity.
(3) Put the battery cover back onto the Remote Commander.
1
2
3
No t e o n b a t t e ry life
The batteries for the Remote Commander last about 6 months under normal operation.
When the batteries become weak or dead, the Remote Commander does not work.
To a vo id d a m a g e fro m p o ssib le b a t t e ry le a ka g e
Remove the batteries when you will not use the Remote Commander for a long time.
52
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Re m o t e co n t ro l d ire ct io n
Aim the Remote Commander to the remote sensor within the range as shown below.
15˚
16ft (5m)
30˚
15˚
15˚
No t e s o n t h e Re m o t e Co m m a n d e r
• Keep the remote sensor away from strong light sources such as direct sunlight or
illumination. Otherwise, the remote control may not be effective.
• Be sure that there is no obstacle between the remote sensor on the camcorder and the
Remote Commander.
• This camcorder works at commander mode VTR 2. The commander modes (1, 2, and
3) are used to distinguish this camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote
control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR at commander mode VTR 2, we
recommend you change the commander mode or cover the remote sensor of the VCR
with black paper.
To w a t ch t h e d e m o n st ra t io n
You can watch a brief demonstration of pictures with special effects.
If the demonstration appears when you turn on the camcorder for the first time, exit the
Demo mode to use your camcorder.
To e n t e r d e m o m o d e
(1) Eject the cassette and set the POWER switch to OFF.
(2) Turn STANDBY up.
(3) While holding down ( set the POWER switch to CAMERA. Demonstration
starts. The demonstration stops when you insert the cassette.
Note that once you enter Demo mode, this mode is retained as long as the lithium
battery is in place. Therefore, demonstration starts automatically 10 minutes later every
time you set the POWER switch to CAMERA, or after you eject the cassette.
To e xit d e m o m o d e
(1) Set the POWER switch to OFF.
(2) Turn STANDBY up.
(3) While holding down p set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
53
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Id e n t ifyin g t h e p a rt s
In t h e vie w fin d e r a n d o n t h e LCD scre e n
1 Pow er zoom indicator (p. 12)
2 Back light indicator (p. 23)
3 Warning indicator (p. 55)
7 Recording in LP mode (p. 9)
8 Tape transport mode (p. 9)
9 Tape counter (p. 11)
4 Lithium battery indicator (p. 31)
0 AUTO DATE indicator (p. 9)
!¡ Remaining battery indicator (p. 35)
5 Recording lamp/battery lamp (p. 9)
(in the view finder)
6 Mirror mode indicator (p. 21)
!™ Date, Time or Title (p. 22, 26)
54
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
Wa rn in g in d ica t o rs
If indicators flash in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen, or a caution lamp on the
camcorder flashes, check the following:
≥: You can hear the beep sound when BEEP is set to ON (p. 28).
1
2
3
4
7
6
9
5
8
1 The battery is w eak or dead.
7 The video heads may be contaminated
Slow flashing: The battery is weak.
(p. 38).
Fast flashing: The battery is dead.
8 Some other trouble has occurred.
Disconnect the power source and contact
your Sony dealer or local authorized
facility.
2 The tape is near the end.
3 The tape has run out.
4 No tape has been inserted.
5 The tab on the tape is out (red) (p. 8).
9 The lithium battery is w eak or is not
installed (p. 31).
This indicator flashes just only after
powering on.
6 Moisture condensation has occurred
(p. 38).
6 indicator appears only when the cassette
is inserted.
55
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
In d e x
A
F, G, H
S
Adjusting viewfinder ........ 10
ANTI GROUND SHOOTING
............................................ 25
AUTO DATE ...................... 11
Fast-forward ....................... 16
5 sec. recording .................. 25
High-speed shutter mode . 24
House current ..................... 19
Shoulder strap .................... 50
Sports mode ........................ 24
STANDBY ....................... 9, 10
Standby mode .................... 10
STEADY SHOT .................. 27
Supplied accessories ............ 5
B
I, J, K, L
BACK LIGHT ..................... 23
BEEP .............................. 11, 28
LANC .................................. 48
Lithium battery .................. 31
T, U, V
Tape counter ....................... 11
Title ...................................... 26
Tripod mounting ............... 14
Trouble check ..................... 43
Twilight mode .................... 24
C
M, N, O, P
Camera recording ................ 9
Car battery .......................... 21
Charging battery .................. 6
CINEMA mode .................. 27
Cleaning video heads ........ 38
COUNTER RESET ............. 11
MIC (microphone) jack ..... 50
Playback on TV .................. 16
Playback pause ................... 17
Power sources .................... 19
Power zoom ........................ 11
PROGRAM AE ................... 24
W, X, Y, Z
Zoom ................................... 11
D
Q, R
DATE/ TIME ...................... 22
DEMO mode ...................... 53
REC MODE......................... 28
Rec. Review ........................ 15
Remote Commander ......... 51
Remote control jack (LANC)
............................................ 48
Rewind ................................ 16
E
Editing ................................. 30
EDITSEARCH .................... 15
EJECT..................................... 8
END SEARCH .................... 18
Sony Corporation Printed in Japan
CCD-TRV12/ TRV22/ TRV33/ TRV112/ TRV212 3-859-057-15.E
|