Sony MPK-TRV7 User manual

Sony Corporation Printed in Japan

3-859-865-11 (1)
Marine Pack
Operating Instructions
Mode d’emploi
Manual de instrucciones
©1997 by Sony Corporation
MPK-TRV7
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To prevent fire or shock hazard,
do not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
This symbol is intended to alert
the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock
to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert
the user to the presence of
important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
For the Customers in the U.S.A.
and CANADA
DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION
BATTERY.
LITHIUM ION BATTERY.
DISPOSE OF PROPERLY.
You can return your unwanted lithium ion batteries
to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory
Service Center.
Note: In some areas the disposal of lithium ion
batteries in household or business trash may
be prohibited.
For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1-800-
222-SONY (United States only)
For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you call
416-499-SONY (Canada only)
Caution:Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium
ion battery.
WARNING
For the Customers in the U.S.A.
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications
not expressly approved in this manual could void
your authority to operate this equipment.
Owner’s Record
The model and serial number are located on the
inside of the front shell. 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 MPK-TRV7 Serial No. _____________

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Features ......................................................... 3
Precautions ................................................... 4
Checking supplied accessories .................. 5
Preparing ...................................................... 6
1 Preparing the camcorder............... 6
2 Preparing the marine pack............ 7
3 Attaching the camcorder to the
marine pack ..................................... 8
Table of contents
Recording.................................................... 10
When the LEAK lamp flashes ........... 11
Removing the camcorder ......................... 12
Note on O-ring ........................................... 13
Underwater recording .............................. 14
Labeling parts and controls...................... 16
Specifications.............................................. 17
Features
• MPK-TRV7 can be used only with the Sony Handycam Vision™camcorder DCR-
TRV7.
• Recording at a depth of 75 meters (246 feet) is possible.
• The following operation can be performed underwater.
– Power on/off
– Auto focusing on/off
– Recording start/stop
– Electric zoom function
– LCD monitor
We recommend you use a wide-conversion lens (not supplied) when using the
marine pack.
This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony
video products. When purchasing Sony video products, Sony
recommends that you purchase accessories with this “GENUINE
VIDEO ACCESSORIES” mark.

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Precautions
On the video camera recording
Take care not to expose the equipment to salty air. Do not drop water on the equipment.
• Do not open the marine pack underwater or at the beach. Preparation such as
installing and checking the equipment should be done in a place with low humidity
and no salty air.
• When your camcorder is to be used near the sea for a long time, we recommend that
it be checked periodically by Sony dealer.
• If the equipment becomes wet, take it immediately to the nearest Sony dealer for
preventive maintenance.
• We recommend you use battery packs with a large capacity.
On the marine pack
• If you open and join the front and rear shells in a place with high temperature and
high humidity, moisture condensation may occur when you put the marine pack in
the water, causing the front glass to fog.
The waterproof integrity of the marine pack is maintained by the O-ring, and the
groove and surface where it touches. Be especially careful not to damage or deform
that area. For details, see “Note on the O-ring” (page 13).
• Do not leave the marine pack under direct sunlight for a long period of time,
otherwise the temperature in the marine pack may rise and the equipment inside
may be damaged. If you can not avoid leaving the marine pack under direct sunlight,
be sure to cover the marine pack with a towel or other protection.
• Do not throw the marine pack into the water. Lower it gently into the water.
On recording underwater
• Checking that the equipment operates correctly and that there is no water leakage at
a depth of about one meter (3 feet) before you dive deeper.
• Be sure to follow the safety rules for diving, such as diving period and depth.
• Remove the bubbles from the outside of the front glass before recording.
Sony dose not accept liability for damage to the video camera recorder, battery, etc.
in the marine pack or for the loss of prerecorded material if a water leakage caused
by incorrect operation occurs.
On maintenance
After recording in the sea, submerge the marine pack with the buckles tightly fastened
in fresh water, then wipe with a soft dry cloth.
Clean your camcorder and the inside of the marine pack with a soft dry cloth. Do not
use any type of solvent such as alcohol or benzine for cleaning, as this might damage
the finish.

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Check that the following accessories are supplied with your sports pack.
1Camera mounting shoe (1)
2O-ring (1)
3Grease (1)
4NP-F530 battery pack for the LCD monitor (1)
5R6 (size AA) battery (2)
6Sunshade (1)
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When you store the marine pack
• Coat the O-ring slightly with the supplied grease, and put it in the groove correctly.
Join the front and rear shells then put in a cool place without fastening the buckles.
• Prevent dust from collecting on the O-ring.
• Avoid storing the marine pack in a cold, very hot or humid place, or together with
naphthalene or camphor, as these conditions might damage the unit.
On transportation
• When transporting the marine pack, be sure to remove your camcorder from it.
• Avoid rough handling or a shock. We recommend to cover the marine pack with a
towel or other protection.
Checking supplied accessories

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Preparing
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3Set the POWER switch
to CAMERA.
Remove the
metal parts.
1 Preparing the camcorder
For details, please refer to the operating instructions supplied with your camcorder.
(1)Remove the lens cap, shoulder strap, or filter from the camcorder.
(2)Attach a charged battery pack.
(3)Insert a cassette tape.
(4)Attach the camera mounting shoe.
Remove the metal parts from the camera mounting shoe and fasten the screw.
(5)Adjust the camcorder.
Fasten the screw.
1Hold the eyecup.
4Select ON in the
COMMANDER menu.
2Slide the AUTO LOCK switch
to ON.

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2
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1Remove the screw. 2Insert the dry batteries with
the polarity positioned
correctly as indicated on
the grip.
3Fasten the screw tightly.
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2 Preparing the Marine Pack
(1)Remove the grip.
(2)Insert the dry batteries into the grip.
(3)Open the marine pack.
Unfasten the 3 buckles and open the marine pack.
(4)Attach the battery pack NP-F530 for the monitor.
Attach the supplied battery pack NP-F530 for the LCD monitor to the rear shell. Be sure
to charge the battery pack fully before attaching.

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Preparing
3 Attaching the camcorder to the marine pack
(1)Connect the monitor plug.
Connect the monitor plug to AUDIO VIDEO jack.
(2)Connect the remote plug and the microphone plug.
Connect the remote plug to lREMOTE (1) jack, and the microphone plug to MIC
(plug in power) jack (2).
(3)Attach the camcorder.
Insert the camera mounting shoe until it clicks.
(4)Attach the front shell to the rear shell.
Hold the both shells firmly and fasten 3 buckles securely.
Take care not to pinch the remote, microphone, and monitor cords. If this happens
water may leak in.
(5)Attach the grip.
Now you ready for underwater recording. Be sure to check that there i
water leakage before you dive.
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to AUDIO VIDEO jack. 2
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Switch
Tips for the LCD monitor
• The image does not appear on the LCD screen with only attaching the battery pack to
the rear shell. The LCD screen is linked with the power of your camcorder.
• To display indicator on the LCD monitor
Select V-OUT/LCD in the DISPLAY menu, and press the DISPLAY button on your
camcorder before attaching it to the marine pack.
Tips for the supplied battery pack NP-F530
• The switch on the battery pack
This switch is provided so that you can identify a charged battery pack. Set the
switch to the “green mark” position when charging is completed.
• The LCD monitor of the marine pack does not correspond with the “InfoLITHIUM”
battery.
• What is the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack
The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium battery pack which can exchange data
with compatible video equipment about its battery consumption.
Sony recommends that you use the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack with video
equipment having the mark. When you use this battery pack with video
equipment having the mark, the video equipment will indicate the
remaining battery time in minutes.* However, if you use it with video equipment not
having this mark, the remaining battery capacity will not indicated in minutes.
* The indication may not be accurate depending on the condition and environment
which the equipment is used under.
Note on dry batteries
• With normal operation, dry batteries will last for about 6 months.
• If the marine pack is not used for long period of time, remove the batteries to avoid
possible damage from the battery leakage.
• Do not try to recharge dry batteries.
• If a battery leak should develop, carefully and thoroughly wipe away battery fluid
from the battery compartment before inserting new ones.

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(1)Set POWER switch to ON.
(2)Press START/STOP to start recording.
REC lamp (red) lights up during recording.
To stop recording
Press START/STOP button.
To zoom
Press ZOOM button.
Press T for telephoto (subject appears closer) and W for wide-angle (subject appears
farther away).
You cannot changing the zooming speed of the camcorder.
Note
When you use a wide-conversion lens, the picture will dim by pressing zoom T.
To keep a subject in focus
After you focus on a subject, press AUTO FOCUS ON/OFF button to set the camcorder
to manual focus mode.
Even if fish swim between the camcorder and the subject, you can still keep the subject
in focus.
Note on before recording
Check that the equipment operates correctly and that there is no water leakage at a
depth of about one meter (3 feet) before you dive deeper.
Note on recording
Do not cover the control emitter or detector with you finger because the remote control
signal for operations is transmitted from the grip to the marine pack.
Recording
START/STOP button
REC lamp (red) POWER switch
AUTO FOCUS
ON/OFF button
ZOOM button

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Attach the sunshade until
it fits firmly.
LEAK lamp (yellow)
To attach a wide-conversion lens (not supplied)
Attach a wide-conversion lens until it
fits firmly. When you use a wide-
conversion lens, keep zooming W. The
picture will dim by pressing zoom T.
You can attach a wide-conversion lens
underwater.
Note
When you use a colour filter, remove it
then attach a wide-conversion lens.
Using the supplied sunshade
The supplied sunshade for the LCD
monitor reduces glare from the LCD
monitor. Attach the sunshade as shown
in the illustration.
You can attach the wide-conversion lens, sunshade, and colour filter
underwater
If the image on the LCD screen is not clear because of the air remains between these
accessories and the marine pack, reattach them underwater.
When the LEAK lamp flashes
If water happen to leak in , the LEAK
lamp (yellow) flashes.
In such a case, remove the marine pack from the water as soon as possible, keeping it
horizontal. Be sure to surface following the safety rules for diving.
Dry the marine pack with a soft cloth and then open it.
To switch off the lamp, disconnect the remote control cable.
Check the cause of the leak.
If the camcorder is wet, take it to the nearest Sony dealer immediately.
VCL-MK1 (be included in
the accessory kit ACC-MK1)

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Removing the camcorder
Before opening the marine pack, rinse it with fresh water and dry with a soft cloth.
Note
• When you open the marine pack, make sure you are dry. And take care that no water
drips from your wet suit.
• When you open the marine pack, do not pull the monitor plug cord by force.
(1)Remove the grip.
(2)Unfasten 3 buckles and open the marine pack.
(3)Take the camcorder out of the front shell.
Holding the camera mounting shoe by the knobs and extract the camcorder.
(4)Disconnect the remote plug and the microphone plug.
(5)Disconnect the monitor plug.
Also remove the battery pack for the LCD monitor.
(6)Remove the camera mounting shoe.
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The O-ring assures the waterproof function of the marine pack. To maintain waterproof
integrity, use it correctly. Incorrect handling may cause water to leak in.
Check that there are no scratches or cracks
Check that there are no scratches or cracks on the O-ring as they may allow water to
leak in. If there are scratches or cracks, replace the damaged O-ring with a new one. Do
not remove the O-ring from the groove with a metal tool or a tool with a sharp point.
Remove any dust, sand or hair from the O-ring.
Make sure there is no dust, sand or hair on the O-ring, in the groove, or on the surface
of the marine pack where the O-ring touches. If there is, clean them completely, or the
O-ring and the surface of the marine pack may be damaged and water may leak in.
Grease the O-ring
Check that there are no cracks or dust on the O-ring, then coat it slightly with the
supplied grease using your finger. They will prevent wear. While applying the grease,
recheck for cracks or dust.
Never use cloth or paper to apply grease because the fibers may cling.
Do not use any type of grease other than the supplied one, or it may damage the O-ring.
If you run out of silicone grease (2-115-921-01) you can purchase it from your nearest
Sony Service Center.
Do not twist the O-ring
Put the O-ring in the groove evenly. Never twist it.
Do not pinch the O-ring with the marine pack
When jointing the front and rear shells, take care not to pinch the O-ring between the
front and rear shells. If this happens, not only will the O-ring be damaged, but water
may leak in.
Useful life of the O-ring
Depending upon the maintenance and the length of use, we recommend changing the
O-ring every one or two years.
The O-ring (3-977-362-01) can be replaced at your nearest Sony Service Center.
Note on the O-ring
O-ring
Scratches
Crack

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Underwater recording
* These accessories are included in
the accessory kit ACC-MK1.
Recording underwater is different from recording on land because it is affect by the
clarity, depth of the water and the light condition. The following are hints for good
recording underwater.
Colour characteristic underwater
Water absorbs light, especially red light, so that objects in deep water are seen bluish.
The colour of objects is affected by the clarity of the water.
To record in natural colour, use a colour filter (not supplied).
Best time for recording
The best recording time is from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. When the sun its highest,
optimum results can be obtained.
Subject size underwater
Since the refractive index underwater is higher than that in air, an object appears 1/4
more closer, and therefore larger. This phenomenon affects the lens on the camcorder as
well as human eye. Using a wide-conversion lens (not supplied) is recommended.
Camera work on slow and stable motion
When recording, keep your body stable.
An unstable shot will be magnified on the TV screen. Move the camcorder as slow as
possible. As most of the object underwater move, you can record a good program
without moving the camcorder.
VCL-MK1* VF-MK11*
VF-MK12*

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Attachable to the left and right
video light shoe.
Underwater video light
In deep water or under locks where direct sunlight does not reach, recording with an
underwater video lights is recommended.
To record at night, use a powerful underwater video light.
Note on recording underwater
• Be sure to follow the safety rules for diving, such as diving period and depth.
• Remove the bubbles from the outside of the front glass before recording.
Underwater video light such as
Sony HVL-M20/ML20/80DA
(not supplied)

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Labeling parts and controls
Frontshell
Front glass
Video light shoe
ZOOM buttons
START/STOP
button
POWER switch
Underwater
microphone
(monaural)
O-ringRemote plug
Dry batteries
compartment
Microphone
plug
Remote control
detector
REC lamp (red)
LEAK lamp (yellow)
Camera mounting shoe
Rearshell
Grip
AUTO FOCUS
ON/OFF button
NP-F530
compartment
Remote control
transmitter
Monitor plug

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Specifications
Material
Aluminum alloy, glass, plastic
Waterproofing
O-ring, 3 buckles
Usable depth
Up to 75 meters (246 feet)
Underwater microphone
Condenser microphone (monaural)
Controllable function
Power on/off, recording start/stop, auto focus on/off, power zooming
Dimensions
Approx. 297 x 212 x 283 mm (w/h/d)
(11 3/4 x 8 3/8 x 11 1/4 in.)
Mass
Approx. 4 kg (8 lb 13oz)
Supplied accessories
Camera mounting shoe (1)
O-ring (1)
Grease (1)
NP-F530 battery pack for the monitor (1)
R6 (size AA) battery (2)
Sunshade (1)
Recommended accessories
Accessory kit ACC-MK1
Wide-conversion lens VCL-MK1
Colour filter VF-MK11/MK12
Carring bag
Carring belt
Hood
Underwater video light HVL-M20/ML20/80DA
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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AVERTISSEMENT
DEPOT DES BATTERIES AU
LITHIUM-ION
DEPOSEZ LES BATTERIES AU LITHIUM-
ION AUX ENDROITS RECOMMANDES.
Vous pouvez rapporter les batteries au lithium-ion
dans un centre de Service Sony ou dans un point de
ramassage.
Remarque: Dans certain pays, il est interdit de jeter
les batteries au lithium-ion avec les
ordures ménagères ou dans les
poubelles de bureau.
Pour connaître le centre de Service Sony le plus
proche de chez vous, composez le 1-800-222-SONY
(Etats-Unis uniquement)
Pour connaître le point de ramassage le plus proche
de chez vous, composez le 416-499-SONY (Canada
uniquement)
Avertissement: Ne pas utiliser des batteries au
lithium-ion qui sont endommagées
ou qui fuient.

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Caractéristiques ........................................... 3
Précautions ................................................... 4
Vérification des accessoires fournis .......... 5
Préparation ................................................... 6
1 Préparation du caméscope ............ 6
2 Préparation du caisson étanche.... 7
3 Installez le caméscope dans le
caisson étanche ............................... 8
Table des matières
Réalisation de prises de vue..................... 10
Lorsque le témoin LEAK clignote .... 11
Retrait du caméscope ................................ 12
Remarque sur le joint torique .................. 13
Prises de vue sous l’eau ............................ 14
Identification des composants et des
commandes .......................................... 16
Spécifications.............................................. 17
Caractéristiques
• Le MPK-TRV7 peut uniquement être utilisé avec un caméscope Sony Handycam
Vision™DCR-TRV7.
• Il permet la réalisation de prises de vue à une profondeur de 75 mètres (246 pieds).
• Sous l’eau, vous pouvez commander les fonctions suivantes.
– Mise sous/hors tension
– Activation/désactivation de la mise au point automatique
– Démarrage/arrêt de la prise de vue
– Fonction de zoom électrique
– Ecran LCD
Nous vous conseillons d’utiliser un convertisseur grand-angulaire (non fourni)
lorsque vous employez le caisson étanche.
Ce symbole indique que ce produit est un accessoire d’origine conçu
pour les appareils vidéo Sony. Lorsque vous faites l’acquisition de
produits vidéo Sony, Sony vous conseille d’acheter des accessoires
identifiés par la mention “GENUINE VIDEO ACCESSORIES”.