Sony CCD-TRV33, CCD-TRV212, CCD-TRV112 operating instructions Table of contents

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Table of contents
Before you begin
Using this manual	4
Checking suppllied accessories	5
Getting started
Charging and installing the battery
pack	6
Inserting a cassette	8
Basic operations
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


Additional information
Changing the lithium battery in the
camcorder		31
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
Trouble check		43
Specifications		46
Identifying the parts		47
Warning indicators		55
Index	back cover

Before you begin

Advanced operations
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

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Contents Video Camera Recorder Welcome For the Customers in the U.S.AFor the Customers in Canada Table of contents Types of differences Using this manualPrecaution on copyright Precautions on camcorder careChecking supplied accessories Charging Time Charging and installing the battery packCharging the battery pack Battery lifeInstalling the battery pack To remove the battery packTo eject the cassette Charging and installing the battery packTo remove the battery pack Inserting a cassetteCamera recording To stop recording momentarily aTo finish recording b Shooting scenery in several short takes Camera recordingTo focus the viewfinder lens Recording with the START/STOP button depressedCounter Reset Using the zoom featureWhen you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoom Zooming speed Variable speed zoomingShooting with the LCD screen To let the subject monitor the shot Hints for better shootingPlace the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripod Hints for better shootingTo begin re-recording Checking the recorded pictureTo stop playback To go back to the last recorded point after edit searchPlayer Playing back a tapeVarious playback modes When watching on the LCD screenSearching for the end of the picture Using the house current Using alternative power sourcesCCD-TRV12/TRV22/TRV33 only Using alternative power sourcesUsing the Battery Case To remove the adaptorLetting the subject monitor the shot Using a car batteryTo cancel mirror mode To remove the battery caseRecording with the date or time Letting the subject monitor the shotTo stop recording with the date or time Shooting with backlighting After shootingThis function is also effective under following conditions To return to automatic mode Using the Program AE functionSelecting the best mode Using the Program AE functionTo extend the recording time in 5 SEC mode Selecting the START/STOP modeSuperimposing a title To superimpose from the beginningTo superimpose on the way of recording CCD-TRV33 only Using the Steady Shot functionUsing the Cinema mode function CCD-TRV22/TRV33/TRV212 onlySelecting the mode setting of each item Changing the mode settingsTo connect to a VCR or TV without Video/Audio input jacks Watching on a TV screenIf your TV is already connected to a VCR If you connect directly to TVEditing onto another tape To stop editingTo edit more scenes Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Changing the lithium battery Changing the lithium battery in the camcorderTo check the date and time Resetting the date and timeTo correct the date and time setting Year indicator changes as followsPlayback modes Tips for using the battery packBattery life is shorter in cold environment To save battery powerTips for using the battery pack Brand-new battery After long storageBe Sure to Observe the Following If battery leakage occurred Maintenance information and precautions To reattach the eyecup Removing dust from inside the viewfinderCamcorder care Maintenance information and precautionsPrecautions Camcorder operation On handling tapesAC power adaptor ChargingOthers Using your camcorder abroad Power sourcesDifference in color systems Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions Trouble checkCamcorder Trouble check SymptomWhen the Charge lamp flashes When the Charge lamp flashes againWhen the Charge lamp does not flash again Video camera recorder SpecificationsGeneral Power requirements AC power adaptorEditsearch button p Recording lamp Remote sensor p Lens cover Power zoom button pIdentifying the parts Tape transport buttons p , 17 p StopSteady SHOT/CINEMA Mode switch p CCD-TRV33 only Identifying the parts@ Lanc l control jack #Á START/STOP button p $» Jack cover Attaching the shoulder strap Transmitter Remote commander Using the Remote CommanderTo avoid damage from possible battery leakage To prepare the remote commanderTo watch the demonstration Remote control directionTo enter demo mode To exit demo modeViewfinder and on the LCD screen Lithium battery is weak or is not installed p Battery is weak or deadY, Z IndexK, L O, P