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3-072-314-13 (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-
Serial No. Serial No.
CCD-TRV608
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/
TRV408/TRV608
©2002 Sony Corporat
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Welcome! TM Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam Vision . With your Handycam TM Vision , you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. TM 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 WARNING U.S.A. and Canada To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or RECYCLING LITHI
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For the customers in the U.S.A. For the customers in CANADA If you have any questions about this product, you CAUTION may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH (7669). WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, The number below is for the FCC related matters FULLY INSERT. only. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: CCD-TRV608 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics lnc. Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ 07649 U.S
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Main Features Taking moving images, and playing them back •Recording a picture (p. 19) •Playing back a tape (p. 29) 1) Capturing images on your computer* •Viewing images recorded on a tape (p. 59) •Viewing images live from your camcorder (p. 59) Others Functions to adjust exposure in the recording mode •BACK LIGHT (p. 25) •NightShot (p. 26) •PROGRAM AE (p. 38) 2) •Built-in light* (p. 46) •Manual exposure (p. 40) Functions to give images more impact •Digital zoom (p. 22) The default setting is se
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Table of contents Main Features .......................................... 4 Editing Dubbing a tape ...................................... 49 Quick Start Guide ............................. 6 Dubbing a tape easily – Easy dubbing ............................... 51 Getting started Using this manual ................................... 8 PC Connection (CCD-TRV608 Checking supplied accessories............ 10 only) Step 1 Preparing the power supply ... 11 Viewing images using your computer Installing
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Quick Start Guide Quick Start Guide This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Connecting the power cord (p. 15) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 11). Open the DC IN jack cover. Connect the plug with its v mark facing up. AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette (p. 18) 1 Open the lid of the 2 Insert a cassette 3 Close the cassette cassette compartment, into the cassette compartme
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A A A R R R E E E M M M A A A C C C ) ) ) G G G H H H C C C ( ( ( Quick Start Guide F F F F F F O O O R R R E E E Y Y Y A A A L L L P P P POWER POWER Recording a picture (p. 19) 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. 4 Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. 3 Open the LCD panel Viewfinder while pressing OPEN. When the LCD panel is closed, use the The picture appears viewfinder placing y
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— Getting started — Using this manual The instructions in this manual are for the five models listed in the table below. Before you start reading this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder. The CCD-TRV608 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-TRV608 only.” As you read through this man
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Getting started 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. Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on mounted models only) •The LCD screen and the finder 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 gr
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Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 1 Wireless Remote Commander (CCD- 5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 32) TRV107/TRV408 only) (1) (p. 96) 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 91) 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 15) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 19, 95) 3 NP-FM30 battery pack (1) (p. 11, 12) 8 USB Cable (CCD-TRV608 only) (1) (p. 59) 4 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (CCD-TRV107/TRV408 9 CD-ROM (SP
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Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Slide the battery pack down until it clicks. To remove the battery pack Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing V BATT down. V BATT release lever 11
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A R E M A C ) G H C ( F F O R E Y A L P Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after charging it for your camcorder. Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (M series). See page 81 for details of the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the plug’s v mark facing up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Conn
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Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Note Prevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the DC plug of the AC power adaptor. This may cause a short-circuit, damaging the AC power adaptor. Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time you record with the viewfinder is displayed. The remaining battery time indicator in the display window roughly indicates the recording time with the viewfinder. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remai
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Step 1 Preparing the power supply CCD-TRV608 Recording with Recording with Battery pack the viewfinder the LCD screen Continuous* Typical** Continuous* Typical** NP-FM30 (supplied) 165 90 100 55 NP-FM50 265 145 160 90 NP-FM70 540 295 335 185 NP-QM71 640 350 390 215 NP-FM90 820 450 505 275 NP-FM91/QM91 955 525 585 320 Approximate number of minutes when you use a fully charged battery pack * Approximate continuous recording time at 25°C (77°F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your cam
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Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from a wall outlet using the AC power adaptor. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover, and connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the plug’s v mark facing up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. 1 2,3 PRECAUTION The set is not disconnected from the AC power sour
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Step 2 Setting the date and time Set the date and time settings when you use your camcorder for the first time. “CLOCK SET” will be displayed each time when you set the power switch to CAMERA unless you set the date and time settings. If you do not use your camcorder for about 6 months, the date and time settings may be released (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery in your camcorder will have been discharged. First, set the year, then the month, the day, the hour and then
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Getting started Step 2 Setting the date and time To check the preset date and time Press DATE to display the date indicator. Press TIME to display the time indicator. Press DATE (or TIME) and then press TIME (or DATE) to simultaneously display the date and time indicator. Press DATE and/or TIME again. The date and/or time indicator disappears. The year changes as follows: . . . . . . . . t 1995 T t 2002 T t 2079 T Auto date function When you use your camcorder for the first time, turn it on a
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Step 3 Inserting a cassette When you want to record in the Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassettes. (1) Prepare the power supply (p. 11). (2) Open the lid of the cassette compartment, and press Z EJECT. The cassette compartment opens automatically. (3) Insert a cassette into the cassette compartment with its window facing out and the write-protect tab on the cassette up. (4) Close the cassette compartment by pressing the mark on the cassette compartment. The cassette compartment automatically go
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A A R R E E M M A A C C ) ) G G H H C C ( ( Recording – Basics F F F F O O R R E E Y Y A A L L P P POWER POWER — Recording – Basics — Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for you. (1) Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on its sides and attach the lens cap to the grip strap. (2) Install the power source and insert a cassette. See “Step 1” to “Step 3” for more information (p. 11 to 18). (3) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. Your camco
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Recording a picture To enable smooth transition You can make the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene smooth as long as you do not eject the cassette even if you turn off your camcorder. When you change the battery pack, set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). If you leave your camcorder in the standby mode for 5 minutes while the cassette is inserted Your camcorder automatically turns off. This is to save battery power and to prevent battery and tape wear. To resume the
