Sony CCD-TRV338 manual

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CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

bNotes:

•This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

–Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

–Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

–Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

–Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

•This product contains mercury. Disposal of this product may be regulated if sold in the United States. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance (http://www.eiae.org).

Notes on use

Note on a cassette tape

You can use standard 8 mm and Hi8 , Digital8 video cassettes on your camcorder. See page 95 for details.

Notes on recording

•Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the picture and sound are recorded without any problems.

•Compensation for the contents of recordings cannot be provided, even if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of the camcorder, etc.

•TV color systems differ depending on the country/ region. To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV.

•Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the copyright laws.

Notes on the LCD panel, viewfinder, and lens

•The LCD screen and the viewfinder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use.

However, there may be some tiny black points and/ or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in color) that appear constantly on the LCD screen and the viewfinder.

These points are normal results of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way.

•Exposing the LCD screen, the viewfinder, or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods of time may cause malfunctions. Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors.

•Do not aim at the sun. Doing so might cause your camcorder to malfunction. Take pictures of the sun only in low light conditions, such as at dusk.

Note on connecting other device

Before connecting your camcorder to other device such as a VCR or a computer with an USB or i.LINK cable, be sure to insert the connector plug in the proper direction. If you insert the connector plug forcibly in the wrong direction, the terminal may be damaged. This may cause a malfunction of your camcorder.

Notes on using this manual

•The images of the LCD screen and the viewfinder used on this manual are captured using a digital still camera, and thus may appear different from what you see.

•In this instruction manual, each model is indicated as follows.

CCD-TRV138: TRV138

CCD-TRV338: TRV338

DCR-TRV280: TRV280

Instructions with no specific model names are for all models.

Instructions with specific model names are for the indicated models only.

Before you start reading this manual, check the model name of your camcorder.

•The on-screen displays in each local language are used in illustrating the operating procedures. Change the screen language before using your camcorder if necessary (p. 19).

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Contents Camera Operations Guide Read this first Owner’s RecordDeclaration of Conformity Page Illustrations used on this manual are based on Table of Contents DCR-TRV280 Playback Advanced operations Insert a cassette into the camcorder Attach the charged battery pack to the camcorderTo charge the battery, see Recording moviesLens cap is not attached when you purchase your camcorder p View the recorded picture on the LCD screenQuick Start Guide Recording/Playing back with ease Press Easy when recording/ playing backShoulder strap AC Adaptor Power cord Lens capConnecting cable Rechargeable battery pack NP-FM30InfoLITHIUM battery pack M series Charging the battery packCharging time Slide the Power switch up to CHGInfo Getting startedRecording time when recording with the viewfinder Recording time when recording with the LCD screen onSlide the Power switch up to CHG OFF Turning the power onUsing an outside power source To turn off the powerTo adjust the brightness of the LCD screen Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinderAdjusting the LCD panel Adjusting the viewfinderTurn on your camcorder p Press Open and open the LCD panel Setting the date and timeProceed to when you set the clock for the first time Press MenuCassette compartment automatically comes out and opens up To check the preset date and timePress Setting the screen languageTo eject the cassette Insert a cassette with its window-side facing upTip To turn the power off Your camcorder is set to the standby modePress REC START/STOP This appears while recording Hi8 format tapes Indicators displayed during recordingIndicators will not be recorded on the tape For TRV138/338 To set the counter to 00000, press Counter Reset pTo record for a longer time Using zoomUsing the built-in light Recording for a longer timeTo turn off the built-in light Recording in mirror modeSuperimposing the date and time On pictures TRV138/338 Recording still imagesEasy Handycam Recording with easePress Back Light in Camera mode Adjusting the exposureAdjusting the exposure for backlit subjects To cancel Easy Handycam operationNightShot plus Adjusting the exposure manuallyTo return the setting to automatic exposure Recording in dark placesAppears Adjusting the focus manuallyPress Focus in Camera mode Turn the SEL/PUSH Exec dial to sharpen focusFader To adjust the focus automaticallyTips for focusing manually Fading in and out of a sceneSuperimposing a title To cancel the operationThis feature is for TRV138/338 only , press Fader repeatedly until the indicator disappearsChange COLOR, SIZE, or Position as necessary To superimpose the title while you are recordingPress END Search again Searching for the last scene of the most recent recordingViewing pictures recorded on a tape To fast forward or rewind during playback Picture search Playing back in various modesPlayback This appears while playing back Hi8 format tapesPlay back a tape Playing back with easePress DISPLAY/BATT Info Displaying the screen indicatorsIndicators appear/disappear as you press the button Various playback functionsTo hide the date/time or the camera settings data Camera settings data displayFollow steps 2 to 4, and select OFF in step Playing the picture on a TV For TRV138/338For TRV280 When your TV is stereo When your TV is connected to a VCRPress Menu to hide the menu screen Changing the menu settingsTurn on the power p Press Menu Customizing Your CamcorderSunsetmoon Program AEProgram AE/P EFFECT, etc AutoEffect OFF Auto ShtrTip GONWIDE/STEADYSHOT, etc Zoom169 Full mode WideCinema Tips Light SteadyshotGstereo HiFi SoundEdit Menu HiFi SOUND/EDIT, etcTBC DNRAudio MIX LCD Color Using the LCDLCD Bright LCD B.LORC to SET Using the TapeREC Mode Audio ModeRemain Frame RECGauto Flashes INT.RECUSB Stream Using the SetupClock SET Auto DateLanguage Demo ModeShut OFF Data CodeWorld Time BeepGlcd DisplayREC Lamp Video EditDubbing/Editing Connecting to a VCRTo use an i.LINK cable for connection Connecting with an i.LINK cablePrepare your camcorder for playback Dubbing to another tapePress Easy DUB Easy Dubbing TRV138/338IR Setup code list Manufacturing IR Setup code Company11Set the VCR to recording pause Title flashes Selecting the titlePerforming Easy Dubbing Selecting the dubbing modeWhen you select Normal When you select PreviewTo stop dubbing during editing To quit Easy DubbingConnect your VCR to your camcorder p Prepare your VCR Dubbing selected scenes from a tapeDigital program editing TRV280 Connect your VCR to the camcorder as a recording device pTo set the IR Setup code When connecting with an i.LINK cableWhen connecting with an A/V connecting cable Calculated start position for recording is set Rewind the tape on your VCR, then play back in slow mode11Turn the SEL/PUSH Exec dial to Select RETURN, then press Prepare a cassetteMark OUT Undo Erase ALL To end Digital program editing To save a program without using it to recordWhen you select Undo When you select Erase ALLTRV280 FeaturesAbout First Step Guide About the help function of the softwareSystem requirements Installing on a Windows computer Installing the software and First Step Guide on a computerClick Next Click InstallFor Windows 2000/Windows XP Place the CD-ROM in the disc drive of your computerInstallation of Picture Package starts Click Install on the Ready to Install the Program screenContact information is listed on Installing on a Macintosh computerIf you have any questions about Picture Package 15Remove the CD-ROM from the disc drive of your computerUsing First Step Guide Viewing First Step GuideFor inquires about this software Your Creating a DVD Direct Access to Click to DVDSwitch repeatedly to select the PLAY/ Edit mode Click to DVD Automatic Mode Launcher starts upQuit all applications running with an i.LINK Press Burn DVD/VCD Press Burn DVD/VCD to finish creating a DVDWriting The picture is being written onto the DVD Disc tray comes out automaticallyOverall operations TroubleshootingBatteries/Power sources Symptom Cause and/or Corrective ActionsLCD screen/viewfinder TroubleshootingSymptom Cassette tapesRecording Playback Dubbing/Editing Connecting to a computer Symptom SymptomCause and/or Corrective Actions For WindowsFor copying and viewing pictures recorded on a Tape Symptom Troubleshooting Indication Cause and/or Corrective Actions Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicatorsCorrective Actions/References Subjects IndicationsOn TV color systems Using your camcorder abroadPower supply Simple setting of clock by time differenceUsable cassette tapes About the InfoLITHIUM battery pack About i.LINK Baud rate About battery lifeWhat is i.LINK? About i.LINKOn use and care Maintenance and precautionsTo use i.LINK functions on this unit About the required i.LINK cableVideo head When not using your camcorder for a long timeHow to prevent moisture condensation Moisture condensationLCD screen On handling the casingAbout care and storage of the lens System SpecificationInput/Output connectors Video camera recorderRechargeable battery pack NP-FM30 GeneralAC Adaptor AC-L15A/L15B Model Types of differencesIdentifying parts and controls CamcorderTo attach the lens cap 105 Quick ReferenceREC rec Burn DVD/VCDReference To attach the shoulder strapIndicators for the LCD screen and viewfinder Indicators MeaningsStby REC Numerics IndexRecording capacity Recording modeSP Standard Play See Recording mode Picture effect
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