Sony CCD-TRV29 Using this manual, Precaution on copyright, Precautions on camcorder care

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Before you begin

Using this manual

The instructions in this manual are for the six 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-TRV11 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-TRV21/TRV29/TRV211 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 ³ in the illustrations, you can hear the beep sound to confirm your operation.

Types of differences

Model

Viewfinder

Zoom

Steady Shot

 

B/W

Color

 

 

 

 

CCD-TRV11

r

 

12X

 

 

 

 

 

 

CCD-TRV19

 

r

12X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CCD-TRV21

r

 

12X

,

24X

r

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CCD-TRV29

 

r

12X

,

24X

r

 

 

 

 

 

CCD-TRV119

 

r

12X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CCD-TRV211

r

 

12X

, 24X

r

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note on TV color systems

TV color systems differ from country to country.

To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV.

Precaution on copyright

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.

Precautions on camcorder care

Do not let the camcorder get wet. Keep the camcorder away from rain and sea water. It may cause a malfunction and sometimes the malfunction cannot be repaired. [a]

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. [b]

Never leave the camcorder under temperatures above 140° F (60 °C), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight. [c]

[a]

[b]

[c]

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CCD-TRV11/TRV19/TRV21/TRV29/TRV119/TRV211 3-810-780-23.E

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Contents Video Camera Recorder h For the Customers in the U.S.A Welcome to video hFor the Customers in Canada Table of contents Using this manual Precaution on copyrightPrecautions on camcorder care Types of differencesChecking supplied accessories Charging and installing the battery pack Charging the battery packBattery life Charging TimeTo remove the battery pack Installing the battery packCharging and installing the battery pack To remove the battery packInserting a cassette To eject the cassetteTo stop recording momentarily a Camera recordingTo finish recording b Camera recording To focus the viewfinder lensRecording with the START/STOP button depressed Shooting scenery in several short takesUsing the zoom feature When moving from indoors to outdoors or vice versaZooming speed Variable speed zooming When you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoomShooting with the LCD screen Hints for better shooting Hints for better shooting Place the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripodChecking the recorded picture To stop playbackTo go back to the last recorded point after edit search To begin re-recordingPlaying back a tape PlayerWhen watching on the LCD screen Various playback modesSearching for the end of the picture Using alternative power sources Using the house currentUsing alternative power sources Using the Battery CaseTo remove the adaptor CCD-TRV11/TRV19/TRV21/TRV29 onlyUsing a car battery To cancel mirror modeTo remove the battery case Letting the subject monitor the shotLetting the subject monitor the shot Recording with the date or timeTo stop recording with the date or time After shooting Shooting with backlightingThis function is also effective under following conditions Using the Program AE function Selecting the best modeUsing the Program AE function To return to automatic modeSelecting the START/STOP mode To extend the recording time in 5 SEC modeTo superimpose from the beginning Superimposing a titleTo superimpose on the way of recording Using the Steady Shot function CCD-TRV21/TRV29/TRV211 onlySelecting the mode setting of each item Changing the mode settingsZoom ON/OFF -CCD-TRV21/TRV29/TRV211 only Watching on a TV screen If your TV is already connected to a VCRIf you connect directly to TV To connect to a VCR or TV without Video/Audio input jacksTo stop editing Editing onto another tapeTo edit more scenes Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder Changing the lithium batteryResetting the date and time To correct the date and time settingYear indicator changes as follows To check the date and timeTips for using the battery pack Battery life is shorter in cold environmentTo save battery power Playback modesTips for using the battery pack After long storage Brand-new batteryBe Sure to Observe the Following If battery leakage occurred Maintenance information and precautions Removing dust from inside the viewfinder To reattach the eyecupMaintenance information and precautions Precautions Camcorder operationOn handling tapes Camcorder careCharging AC power adaptorOthers Power sources Using your camcorder abroadDifference in color systems Trouble check Symptom Cause and/or Corrective ActionsCamcorder Symptom Trouble checkWhen the Charge lamp flashes again When the Charge lamp flashesWhen the Charge lamp does not flash again Specifications General Power requirementsAC power adaptor Video camera recorderLens cover Power zoom button p Identifying the partsTape transport buttons p , 17 p Stop Editsearch button p Recording lamp Remote sensor pIdentifying the parts @ Lanc l control jack$¼ Batt battery release knob p Attaching the shoulder strap #Á START/STOP button p$» Jack cover Remote commander Using the Remote Commander TransmitterTo prepare the remote commander To avoid damag from possible battery leakageRemote control direction To enter demo modeTo exit demo mode To watch the demonstrationViewfinder and on the LCD screen Battery is weak or dead Lithium battery is weak or is not installed pIndex K, LO, P Y, Z