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3-861-901-14 (1)
Video Camera
Recorder
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-TRV Model No. AC-L
Serial No. Serial No.
CCD-TRV65
CCD-TRV65/TRV615
CCD-TRV15/TRV25/TRV35/
TRV215/TRV315
©1998
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Welcome! TM Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam Vision camcorder. With your Handycam Vision, you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam Vision is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use. You will soon be producing home video that you can enjoy for years to come. For the customers in the U.S.A. WARNING CAUTION To prevent fire or shock hazard, do You are cautioned that any changes or modificat
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Table of contents Using the wide mode function ............ 38 Before you begin Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 40 Using this manual ................................... 4 Focusing manually (CCD-TRV35/ Checking supplied accessories .............. 6 TRV65/TRV315/TRV615 only) .... 42 Enjoying picture effect ......................... 44 Adjusting the exposure (CCD-TRV35/ TRV65/TRV315/TRV615 only) .... 46 Getting started Superimposing a title ........................... 48 Installing and charging
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Before you begin Using this manual The instructions in this manual are for the seven 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-TRV65 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-TRV65 only.” As you read through this manual, buttons and s
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Before you begin Using this manual 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 •The LCD screen and/or the color viewfinder are manufactured using high- precision technolo
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Checking supplied accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 2 3 1 45 6 7 * or 8 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) 5 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote (p. 84) Commander (2) (p. 85) 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor 6 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 54) (1), Power cord (1) (p. 8, 26) *for stereo model 3 NP-F330 Battery pack (1) (p. 7, 26) 7 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 85) 4 CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p. 59) 8 Battery case (1) (p. 27) The lithium battery is already
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Getting started Getting started Installing and charging the battery pack Before using your camcorder, you first need to install and charge the battery pack. This camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery. “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Installing the battery pack (1) While pressing BATT RELEASE, slide the battery terminal cover in the direction of the arrow. (2) Install the battery pack in the direction of the $ mark on the battery pack. Slide the battery pack dow
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Installing and charging the battery pack Charging the battery pack Charge the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration. The battery pack is charged a little in the factory. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the supplied AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack with the plug’s 4 mark up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. (4) Slide the POWER switch to OFF. Remaining battery time is indicated by the minutes on the display wind
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Getting started Installing and charging the battery pack Charging time Battery NP-F330 NP-F730/F730H/ NP-F530/F550 NP-F930/F950 pack (supplied) F750 Charging 150 210 300 390 time* (min.) (90) (150) (240) (330) The time required for a normal charge is indicated in parentheses. * Approximate minutes to charge an empty battery pack using the supplied AC power adaptor. (Lower temperatures require a longer charging time.) Battery life Upper numbers are the time when recording with the viewfinder. Low
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Installing and charging the battery pack CCD-TRV65/TRV615 Battery NP-F330 NP-F730H NP-F530 NP-F550 NP-F730 NP-F930 NP-F950 pack (supplied) /F750 Continuous 120 (105) 205 (180) 240 (210) 410 (370) 490 (440) 650 (585) 750 (675) recording 95 (85) 160 (145) 195 (175) 325 (290) 395 (355) 515 (465) 610 (550) time* Typical 60 (55) 105 (95) 125 (110) 215 (195) 255 (230) 340 (310) 395 (355) recording 50 (45) 85 (75) 105 (95) 175 (155) 215 (195) 280 (255) 335 (300) time** Playing time on 95 (85) 160 (145)
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Getting started Installing and charging the battery pack To remove the battery pack While pressing BATT RELEASE, slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow. BATT RELEASE You can look at the demonstration of the functions available with this camcorder (p. 32). 11
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EJECT Inserting a cassette Make sure that the power source is installed. When you want to record in the Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassette H.(CCD-TRV65/TRV615 only) (1) While pressing the small blue button on the EJECT switch, slide it in the direction of the arrow. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens. (2) Insert a cassette with the window facing out. (3) Close the cassette compartment by pressing the “PUSH” mark on the cassette compartment. The cassette compartment automat
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Basic operations S S S S S T T T T T A A A A A N N N N N D D D D D B B B B B Y Y Y Y Y K K K K K Basic operations Camera recording Make sure that the power source is installed and a cassette is inserted and that the START/STOP MODE switch inside the LCD panel is set to . Before you record one- time events, you may want to make a trial recording to make sure that the camcorder is working correctly. When you use the camcorder for the first time, power on it and reset the date and time to your time
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Camera recording Note There is a little wear on the battery pack which is installed with the camcorder. However, for getting remaining battery time indicated correctly, leave the battery pack installed after use. To focus the viewfinder lens If you cannot see the indicators in the viewfinder clearly, or after someone else has used the camcorder, focus the viewfinder lens. Turn the viewfinder lens adjustment ring so that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. Note on Standby mode
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Basic operations Camera recording Using the zoom feature 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 function sparingly. “T” side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) “W” side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away) W T W T W T Zooming speed (Variable speed zooming) Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom, move it further for a faster zoom. When you shoot a subject using
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S S T T A A N N D D B B Y Y K K Camera recording Selecting the START/STOP mode Your camcorder has three modes. These modes enable you to take a series of quick shots resulting in a lively video. (1) While pressing 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 unnec
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Basic operations Camera recording Shooting with the LCD screen 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 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, press LCD BRIGHT. + s
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Camera recording Notes on the LCD panel •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 Letting the subject monitor the shot (Mirror mode) 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 v
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Basic operations Hints for better shooting 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. Be sure to not touch the built- in microphone. •Place your eye firmly against the viewfinder eyecup. •Use the vie
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Hints for better shooting Place the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripod 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 inch (6.5 mm). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage the camcorder. Cautions on the viewfinder and the LCD •Do not p
