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Basic operations

Camera recording

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

Basic operations

To stop recording momentarily [a]

Press START/STOP again. The “REC” indicator in the viewfinder changes to the “STBY” indicator (Standby mode).

To finish recording [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]

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Contents Video Camera Recorder Welcome For the Customers in the U.S.AFor the Customers in Canada Table of contents Precaution on copyright Using this manualPrecautions on camcorder care Types of differencesChecking supplied accessories Charging the battery pack Charging and installing the battery packBattery life Charging TimeInstalling the battery pack To remove the battery packTo remove the battery pack Charging and installing the battery packInserting a cassette To eject the cassetteCamera recording To stop recording momentarily aTo finish recording b To focus the viewfinder lens Camera recordingRecording with the START/STOP button depressed Shooting scenery in several short takesCounter 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 stop playback Checking the recorded pictureTo go back to the last recorded point after edit search To begin re-recordingPlayer 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 sourcesUsing the Battery Case Using alternative power sourcesTo remove the adaptor CCD-TRV12/TRV22/TRV33 onlyTo cancel mirror mode Using a car batteryTo remove the battery case Letting the subject monitor the shotRecording 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 Selecting the best mode Using the Program AE functionUsing the Program AE function To return to automatic modeTo 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 Using the Cinema mode function Using the Steady Shot functionCCD-TRV22/TRV33/TRV212 only CCD-TRV33 onlySelecting the mode setting of each item Changing the mode settingsIf your TV is already connected to a VCR Watching on a TV screenIf you connect directly to TV To connect to a VCR or TV without Video/Audio input jacksEditing 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 correct the date and time setting Resetting the date and timeYear indicator changes as follows To check the date and timeBattery life is shorter in cold environment Tips for using the battery packTo save battery power Playback modesTips 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 viewfinderPrecautions Camcorder operation Maintenance information and precautionsOn handling tapes Camcorder careAC 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 General Power requirements SpecificationsAC power adaptor Video camera recorderIdentifying the parts Lens cover Power zoom button pTape transport buttons p , 17 p Stop Editsearch button p Recording lamp Remote sensor pSteady 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 enter demo mode Remote control directionTo exit demo mode To watch the demonstrationViewfinder and on the LCD screen Lithium battery is weak or is not installed p Battery is weak or deadK, L IndexO, P Y, Z