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3-859-595-13 (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
model and serial numbers 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-TRV52
CCD-TRV32/TRV52/TRV53/
TRV312/TRV512 h
1997 by Sony C
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Welcome! 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 Sony Service Center nearest you call WARNING 1-800-222-SONY (United States only). For the Factory Service Center nearest yo
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Before you begin Table of contents Before you begin Additional information Using this manual .................................. 4 Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder ............................ 48 Checking supplied accessories ............. 6 Resetting the date and time ................. 50 Playback modes .................................... 52 Getting started Tips for using the battery pack ........... 53 Charging and installing Maintenance information and the battery pack ..........
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Before you begin Using this manual The instructions in this manual are for the five 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-TRV52 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-TRV52 only”. As you read through this manual, buttons and settin
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Before you begin Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care • The LCD screen and/or color viewfinder are manufactured using high-precision technology. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recorded picture in any way. Over 99.99% are operational for effective use. • Do not let the camcorder get wet
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Checking supplied accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 23 4 56 * or 7 8 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 22, 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 71) 72) 7 AC-V16/V16A AC power adaptor (1) 2 NP-33 Battery Pack (1) (p. 7) (p. 7, 24) 3 Battery case (1) (p. 25) 8 CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p. 48) CCD-TRV32/TRV52/TRV53 only Already installed in the camcorder. 4 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 45) * for stereo model 5 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2)
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Getting started 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 a 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. (
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Charging and installing the battery pack Battery life (in minutes) CCD-TRV32/TRV312 Battery pack While Battery pack While 1) 1) While recording While recording playing playing back on back on 2) 2) LCD open LCD close 3) LCD open LCD close 3) LCD LCD NP-33 (supplied) 70 (40) 95 (50) 70 NP-68 140(75) 185 (100) 145 NP-60D 100 (55) 135 (75) 105 NP-80/80D 200 (110) 270 (150) 210 NP-C65 120 (65) 160 (90) 125 NP-98/98D 225 (125) 315 (175) 240 CCD-TRV52/TRV512 While While Battery pack Battery pack 1) 1)
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Getting started Charging and installing the battery pack To remove the battery pack Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow. Notes on charging the battery pack • The POWER lamp will remain lit for a while even if the battery pack is removed and the power cord is unplugged after charging the battery pack. 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 and set the sele
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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 closes. 1 3 2 EJECT PUSH To eject the cassette While pressing the small blue button, slide EJECT in the direction of the arrow. To prev
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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 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. 50) before you start recording. The date is automatically recorded for 10 seconds after you start recording (AUTO DATE feature). This feature works o
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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 Camera recording Note on the AUTO DATE feature The clock is set to East Coast Standard Time at the factory. You can reset the clock in the menu system. The AUTO DATE feature shows the date automatically once a day. However, the date may automatically appear more than once a day when: – you reset the date and time. – you eject and insert the cassette again. – you stop recording within 10 seconds. Using the zoom feature Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the siz
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S S T T A A N N D D B B Y Y Camera recording Selecting the start/stop mode Your camcorder has two modes besides normal start/stop mode. These modes enable you to take a series of quick shots resulting in a lively video. (1) While pressing PUSH 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
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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 PUSH 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 BRIGHT + or
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Letting the subject monitor the shot 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 viewfinder. Turn the LCD panel vertically first until it clicks, then turn it over. The indicator appears (Mirror mode) and the date and tape counter indicators disappear. 2 1 To cancel mirror mode Turn the LCD panel back toward the viewfinder. Notes on mirror mode • When you turn the LCD panel about 135 degrees to 210 degrees,
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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 3 2 • Place your right elbow against your side. • Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it. • Place your eye firmly against the viewfinder eyecup. • Use the viewfinder frame as a guide to determine the h
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Hints for better shooting Cautions on the viewfinder and the LCD • Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder or by the LCD panel [c]. • Do not place the camcorder so as to point the viewfinder or the LCD screen toward the sun. The inside of the viewfinder or the LCD panel may be damaged. Be careful when placing the camcorder under sunlight or by a window [d]. [c] [d] Note on the LCD screen When you use the LCD screen outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD screen may be difficult to see. If t
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Basic operations S T A N D B Y 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 – (Œ) 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 usin
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Checking the recorded picture To go back to the last recorded point after edit search Press END SEARCH. The last recorded point is played back for about 5 seconds if the tape was recorded in SP mode, or 10 seconds if the tape was recorded in LP mode, and stops. Note that this function does not work once you eject the cassette after you recorded in the tape. To begin re-recording Press START/STOP. Re-recording begins from the last recorded point or the point you released EDITSEARCH. Provided you
