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3-810-780-23 (1)
Video Camera
Recorder h
Operation Manual
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- Model No. AC-
Serial No. Serial No.
CCD-TRV11
CCD-TRV11/TRV19/TRV21
CCD-TRV29/TRV119/TRV211
1996 by Sony Corporati
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Welcome to video h Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam® camcorder. With your Handycam, you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam 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 Sony Service Center nearest you call WARNING 1-800-222-SONY (United States only). For the Factory Service Center nearest you call To pre
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Before you begin Table of contents Before you begin Additional information Changing the lithium battery in the Using this manual ................................... 4 camcorder ........................................31 Checking suppllied accessories ............ 5 Resetting the date and time ................. 33 Playback modes ..................................... 34 Getting started Tips for using the battery pack ........... 34 Charging and installing the battery Maintenance information and pa
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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, butto
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Before you begin Checking supplied accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 12 3 45 6 7 8 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 17, 5 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote 51) Commander (2) (p. 52) 2 NP-33 Battery Pack (1) (p. 6) 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 49) 3 CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p. 31) 7 AC-V15/V16/V16A AC power adaptor (1) (p. 6, 19) Already installed in the camcorder. 8 Battery case (1) (p. 20) 4 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 29) CCD-TRV11/TRV19/TRV21/
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Getting started Charging and installing the battery pack Before using your camcorder, you first need to charge and install the battery pack. To charge the battery pack, use the supplied AC power adaptor. Charging the battery pack Charge the battery pack on a flat place without vibration. (1) Connect the AC power adaptor to the wall outlet. (2) Align the right side of the battery pack with the line on the AC power adaptor, then slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow. (3) Set the sel
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Getting started CCD-TRV21/TRV29/TRV211 Battery pack NP-98/98D NP-33(supplied) NP-55 NP-80/80D NP-68/66H NP-66 NP-C65 NP-60D 2) LCD open 60 (30) 70 (35) 210 (110) 185 (100) 130 (70) 100 (50) 105 (55) 95 (50) While 1) recording LCD close 80 (40) 85 (50) 275 (155) 240 (135) 165 (95) 135 (75) 145 (80) 120 (70) While playing back on 70 220 190 135 105 100 95 65 3) LCD 1) Approximate continuous recording time indoors is indicated outside of parentheses. Approximate minutes when recording while you rep
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Charging and installing the battery pack To remove the battery pack Slide BATT, and then pull the lower part of the battery pack. 2 1 Inserting a cassette Make sure that a power source is installed. (1) While pressing the small blue button, slide EJECT in the direction of the arrow. The cassette compartment automatically opens. (2) Insert a cassette (not supplied) with the window facing out. (3) Press the PUSH mark on the cassette compartment to close it. The cassette compartment automatically c
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Basic operations 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 mak
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Camera recording Note on standby mode If you leave the camcorder for 5 minutes or more with a cassette inserted in Standby mode, the camcorder goes off automatically. This prevents wearing down the battery and wearing out the tape. To resume Standby mode, turn STANDBY down once and turn it up again. To start recording, press START/STOP. Notes on the recording mode • This camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode. The playback quality in LP mode, howev
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Basic operations Notes on the tape counter • The tape counter indicates the recording or playback time. Use it as a guide. There will be a time lag of several seconds from the actual time. To set the counter to zero, press COUNTER RESET. • If the tape is recorded in SP and LP modes mixed, the tape counter shows incorrect recording time. When you intend to edit the tape using the tape counter, record in same (SP or LP) mode. Note on beep sound As indicated with ³ in the illustrations, a beep soun
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Camera recording Zooming speed (Variable speed zooming) Turn the power zoom lever fully for a high-speed zoom. Turn it lightly for a relatively slow zoom. When you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoom If you cannot get a sharp focus while in extreme telephoto zoom, move the power zoom lever to the “W” side until the focus is sharp. You can shoot a subject that is at least 2.6 feet (about 80 cm) away from the lens surface in the telephoto position, or 1/2 inches (about 1 cm) in the wide-angle p
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Basic operations 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 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 w
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Hints for better shooting • You can record in a low position to get an interesting recording angle. Lift the viewfinder up for recording from a low position [a]. • While recording in a low position, you can use the START/STOP button on the top of the camcorder or the power zoom button located on the front [b]. Note that you cannot change zooming speed using the front power zoom button. • You can also record in a low position or even in a high position using the LCD panel [c]. [a] [b] [c] START /
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Basic operations S T A N D Checking the recorded picture Using EDITSEARCH, you can review the last recorded scene or check the recorded picture in the viewfinder. You can also review the picture on the LCD screen. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to CAMERA. (2) Turn STANDBY up. (3) Press the – (Î) side of EDITSEARCH momentarily; the last few seconds of the recorded portion plays back (Rec Review). You can also monitor the sound from the speaker or by using a
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Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to PLAYER. (2) Insert the recorded tape with the window facing out. (3) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. Adjust the angle of the LCD panel or the brightness of the LCD screen if necessary. (4) Press ( to start playback. (5) Adjust the volume using VOL. You can also monitor on the TV screen after connecting the camcorder to the VCR/TV. CAME
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Basic operations When watching on the LCD screen You can turn the LCD panel over and move back to the camcorder with the LCD screen facing out. [a] You can change the angle of the LCD panel. [b] [a] [b] 30˚ Using the Remote Commander You can control playback using the supplied Remote Commander. Before using the Remote Commander, insert the size AA (R6) batteries. Note on DISPLAY button Press DISPLAY to erase the screen indicators on the LCD screen. To display the indicators, press again. The ind
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Searching for the end of the picture Playing back a tape You can go to the end of the recorded portion after you record and play back the tape to make the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene smooth. The tape starts rewinding or fast-forwarding and the last 5 seconds play back if the tape was recorded in SP mode, or the last 10 seconds play back if the tape was recorded in LP mode. Then the tape stops at the end of the recorded picture (End Search). Note that End Sea
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Advanced operations Advanced operations Using alternative power sources You can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack, the house current, alkaline battery and 12/24 V car battery. Choose the appropriate power source depending on where you want to use your camcorder. Place Power source Accessory to be used Indoors House current Supplied AC power adaptor Outdoor Battery pack Battery pack (Ni-Cd type) Size AA (LR 6) Alkaline battery Battery case (supplied) In th
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Using alternative power sources Notes on the POWER lamp • The POWER lamp will remain lit for a while even if the unit is unplugged after use. This is normal. • If the POWER lamp does not light, set the selector to VTR (DC OUT) and disconnect the power cord. After about one minute, reconnect the power cord. To remove the adaptor The adaptor is removed in the same way as the battery pack. Using the Battery Case – CCD-TRV11/TRV19/TRV21/TRV29 only Use the battery case (supplied) and six size AA (LR6
