Sony Hi8 Handycam Vision CCD-TRV107 User manual

CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/
TRV408/TRV608
RMT-708
US Model
Canadian Model
CCD-TRV108/TRV308/TRV608
E Model
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/
TRV408/TRV608
Korea Model
CCD-TRV408
Hong Kong Model
Tourist Model
CCD-TRV107/TRV408
Argentina Model
CCD-TRV108/TRV608
Brazilian Model
CCD-TRV108
SERVICE MANUAL
M2100 MECHANISM
VIDEO CAMERA RECORDER
For MECHANISM ADJUSTMENT, refer to the “8mm
Video MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENT MANUAL IX
M2000 MECHANISM ” (9-929-861-11).
SPECIFICATIONS
Photo : CCD-TRV108
Video camera
recorder
System
Video recording system
2 rotary heads
Helical scanning
FM system
Audio recording system
Rotary heads, FM system
Video signal
NTSC color, EIA standards
Usable cassette
8mm video format cassette
Hi8 or standard 8
Recording/playback time (using
120 min. Standard 8/Hi8 video
cassette)
SP mode: 2 hours
LP mode: 4 hours
Fastforward/rewind time (using
120 min. Standard 8/Hi8 video
cassette)
Approx. 5 min.
Viewfinder
Electric Viewfinder (monochrome)
Image device
CCD-TRV107/TRV108:
3.0 mm (1 / 6 type) CCD
(Charge Coupled Device)
Approx. 270 000 pixels
(Effective: Approx. 250 000 pixels)
CCD-TRV308/TRV408/TRV608:
4.5mm (1/4 type) CCD
(Charge Coupled Device)
Approx. 320 000 pixels
(Effective: Approx. 200 000 pixels)
Lens
Combined power zoom lens
Filter diameter 37 mm (1 7/16 in.)
CCD-TRV107:
20×(Optical), 450×(Digital)
CCD-TRV108/TRV308:
20×(Optical), 460×(Digital)
CCD-TRV408/TRV608:
20×(Optical), 560×(Digital)
Focal length
3.6 - 72 mm (5/32 - 2 7/8 in.)
When converted to a 35 mm still
camera
CCD-TRV107/TRV108:
51.8 - 1 036 mm (2 - 40 6 / 8 in.)
CCD- TRV308/TRV408/TRV608:
41 - 820 mm (1 5 / 8 - 32 3 / 8 in.)
Color temperature
Auto
Minimum illumination
0.4 lx (lux) (F 1.4)
0 lx (lux) (in the NightShot mode)*
CCD-TRV308/TRV408/TRV608:
1 lx (lux) (F 1.4)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108:
* Objects unable to be seen due to
the dark can be shot with
infrared lighting.
Input/output connectors
S video output
4-pin mini DIN
Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p,
75 Ω(ohms), unbalanced
Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p,
75 Ω(ohms), unbalanced
Audio/Video output
AV MINIJACK, 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω
(ohms), unbalanced, sync negative
327 mV, (at output impedance
more than 47 kΩ(kilohms))
Output impedance with less than
2.2 kΩ(kilohms)/Monaural
minijack
(ø 3.5 mm)
RFU DC OUT
Mini-mini jack (ø 2.5 mm)
DC 5V
USB jack (CCD-TRV608 only)
mini-B
LCD screen
Picture
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/
TRV408:
6.2 cm (2.5 type)
50.3 ×37.4 mm (2 ×1 1/2 in.)
CCD-TRV608:
7.5 cm (3 type)
61.0 ×43.8 mm (2 1/2 ×1 3/4 in.)
Total dot number
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/
TRV408:
61 600 (280 ×220)
CCD-TRV608:
123 200 (560 ×220)
General
Power requirements
7.2 V (battery pack)
8.4 V (AC power adaptor)
Average power consumption
(when using the battery pack)
During camera recording using
LCD
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/
TRV408: 2.6 W
CCD-TRV608: 3.1 W
Viewfinder
1.9 W
Operating temperature
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Recommended charging
temperature
10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F)
Storage temperature
–20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F)
Dimensions (Approx.)
90 ×102 ×197 mm
(3 5/8 ×4 1/8 ×7 7/8 in.)
(w/h/d)
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SAFETY-RELATED COMPONENT WARNING!!
COMPONENTS IDENTIFIED BY MARK 0OR DOTTED LINE WITH
MARK 0ON THE SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS AND IN THE PARTS
LIST ARE CRITICAL TO SAFE OPERATION. REPLACE THESE
COMPONENTS WITH SONY PARTS WHOSE PART NUMBERS
APPEAR AS SHOWN IN THIS MANUAL OR IN SUPPLEMENTS
PUBLISHED BY SONY.
ATTENTION AU COMPOSANT AYANT RAPPORT
À LA SÉCURITÉ!
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DIAGRAMMES SCHÉMATIQUES ET LA LISTE DES PIÈCES SONT
CRITIQUES POUR LA SÉCURITÉ DE FONCTIONNEMENT. NE
REMPLACER CES COMPOSANTS QUE PAR DES PIÈSES SONY
DONT LES NUMÉROS SONT DONNÉS DANS CE MANUEL OU
DANS LES SUPPÉMENTS PUBLIÉS PAR SONY.
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608
1. Check the area ofyourrepairforunsolderedorpoorly-soldered
connections. Checktheentireboardsurfaceforsoldersplashes
and bridges.
2. Check the interboard wiring to ensure that no wires are
"pinched" or contact high-wattage resistors.
3. Look for unauthorized replacement parts, particularly
transistors, that were installed during a previous repair. Point
them out to the customer and recommend their replacement.
4. Look for partswhich, through functioning, show obvious signs
of deterioration. Point them out to the customer and
recommend their replacement.
5. Check the B+ voltage to see it is at the values specified.
6. Flexible Circuit Board Repairing
• Keep the temperature of the soldering iron around 270˚C
during repairing.
• Do not touch the soldering iron on the same conductor of the
circuit board (within 3 times).
• Be careful not to apply force on the conductor when soldering
or unsoldering.
Unleaded solder
Boards requiring use of unleaded solder are printed with the lead-
free mark (LF) indicating the solder contains no lead.
(Caution: Some printed circuit boards may not come printed with
the lead free mark due to their particular size.)
: LEAD FREE MARK
Unleaded solder has the following characteristics.
•Unleaded solder melts at a temperature about 40°C higher than
ordinary solder.
Ordinary soldering irons can be used but the iron tip has to be
applied to the solder joint for a slightly longer time.
Soldering irons using a temperature regulator should be set to
about 350°C.
Caution: The printed pattern (copper foil) may peel away if the
heated tip is applied for too long, so be careful!
•Strong viscosity
Unleaded solder is more viscous (sticky, less prone to flow) than
ordinary solder so use caution not to let solder bridges occur such
as on IC pins, etc.
•Usable with ordinary solder
It is best to use only unleaded solder but unleaded solder may
also be added to ordinary solder.
SAFETY CHECK-OUT
After correcting the original service problem, perform the following
safety checks before releasing the set to the customer.
Battery pack
Maximum output voltage
DC 8.4 V
Output voltage
DC 7.2 V
Capacity
5.0 Wh (700 mAh)
Operating temperature
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Dimensions (approx.)
38.2 ×20.5 ×55.6 mm
(1 9/16 ×13/16 ×2 1/4 in.)
(w/h/d)
Mass (approx.)
65 g (2.3 oz)
Type
Lithium ion
Design and specifications are
subject to change without notice.
Mass (approx.)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/
TRV408:
850 g (1 lb 14 oz)
CCD-TRV608:
870 g (1 lb 14 oz)
main unit only
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308:
990 g (2 lb 3 oz)
CCD-TRV408/TRV608:
1.0 kg (2 lb 3 oz)
including the battery pack
NP-FM30, 120 min. Hi8 cassette,
lens cap and shoulder strap
Supplied accessories
See page 3.
AC power adaptor
Power requirements
100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption
23 W
Output voltage
DC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.5 A in the
operating mode
Operating temperature
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Storage temperature
–20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F)
Dimensions (approx.)
125 ×39 ×62 mm
(5 ×1 9/16 ×2 1/2 in.)
(w/h/d)
excluding projecting parts
Mass (approx.)
280 g (9.8 oz)
excluding power cord
CAUTION :
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

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CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608
1Wireless Remote Commander (CCD-
TRV107/TRV408 only) (1)
2AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power
adaptor (1), Power cord (1)
3NP-FM30 battery pack (1)
4Size AA (R6) battery for Remote
Commander (CCD-TRV107/TRV408
only) (2)
5A/V connecting cable (1)
6Shoulder strap (1)
7Lens cap (1)
8USB Cable (CCD-TRV608 only) (1)
9CD-ROM (SPVD-008 (I) USB Driver)
(CCD-TRV608 only) (1)
02-pin adaptor
CCD-TRV107: JE/TRV408: JE only
(1)
qa 2-pin adaptor
CCD-TRV107: E, HK/
TRV408: E, HK only
(1)
12
456
89
3
7
qa0
•Abbreviation
CND : Canadian model
HK : Hong Kong model
KR : Korea model
JE : Tourist model
AR : Argentina model
BR : Brazilian model
Table for difference of function
Model
Destination
Remote Commander
Lens Optical
Zoom
CCD imager size
Steady shot
View finder type
View finder backlight
LCD Size
Pixel
USB connector
Video light
CCD-TRV107
E, HK, JE
RMT-708
450×
Type S
a
a
CCD-TRV108
US, CND, E,AR, BR
Type M
✕
✕
CCD-TRV308
US, CND, E
20×
CCD-TRV408
E, HK, KR, JE
RMT-708
1/4 inch
a
Type S
a
a
CCD-TRV608
US, CND, E,AR
✕
3 inch
123K
a
✕
460×560×
2.5 inch
61K
✕
1/6 inch
✕
•SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
Makesure thatthefollowingaccessoriesaresuppliedwith your camcorder.

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CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SERVICE NOTE
1. POWER SUPPLY DURING REPAIRS ····························· 7
2. TO TAKE OUT A CASSETTE WHEN NOT EJECT
(FORCE EJECT) ································································ 7
SELF-DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION
1. Self-diagnosis Function ······················································ 8
2. Self-diagnosis Display························································ 8
3. Service Mode Display ························································ 8
3-1. Display Method ·································································· 8
3-2. Switching of Backup No. ··················································· 8
3-3. End of Display···································································· 8
4. Self-diagnosis Code Table ·················································· 9
1. GENERAL
Main Features ············································································1-1
Quick Start Guide ······································································1-1
Getting started
Using this manual ··································································1-2
Checking supplied accessories ··············································1-2
Step 1 Preparing the power supply ········································1-2
Installing the battery pack···················································1-2
Charging the battery pack ···················································1-3
Connecting to a wall outlet ·················································1-3
Step 2 Setting the date and time ············································1-4
Step 3 Inserting a cassette······················································1-4
Recording –Basics
Recording a picture································································1-4
Shooting backlit subjects –BACK LIGHT ···························1-6
Shooting in the dark –NightShot ··········································1-6
Superimposing the date and time on pictures ························1-6
Checking the recording –END SEARCH·····························1-7
Playback –Basics
Playing back a tape ································································1-7
Viewing the recording on TV ················································1-8
Advanced Recording Operations
Using the wide mode ·····························································1-8
Using the fader function ························································1-8
Using special effects –Picture effect ·····································1-9
Using the PROGRAM AE function·······································1-9
Adjusting the exposure manually ········································1-10
Focusing manually·······························································1-10
Superimposing a title ···························································1-10
Making your own titles ························································1-11
Using the built-in light·························································1-11
Editing
Dubbing a tape ·····································································1-12
Dubbing a tape easily –Easy dubbing·································1-12
PC Connection (CCD-TRV608 only)
Viewing images using your computer –USB Streaming
(Windows users only) ·······················································1-14
CustomizingYour Camcorder
Changing the menu settings·················································1-16
Troubleshooting
Types of trouble and their solutions·····································1-18
Self-diagnosis display ··························································1-19
Warning indicators and messages ········································1-19
Additional Information
About video cassettes ··························································1-20
About the “InfoLITHIUM”battery pack·····························1-20
Using your camcorder abroad··············································1-20
Maintenance information and precautions···························1-21
Quick Reference
Identifying the parts and controls ········································1-22
2. DISASSEMBLY
2-1. VIDEO LIGHT (VIDEO LIGHT MODEL) ···················2-2
2-2. LCD SECTION (PD-156 BOARD) ································2-3
2-3. VF-150, LB-073 BOARDS
(TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608) ····························2-4
2-4. LIQUID CRYSTAL INDICATOR MODULE (TRV108) ···2-5
2-5. FRONT PANEL SECTION (SI-033 BOARD) ···············2-6
2-6. CABINET (L) SECTION················································2-7
2-7. CABINET (R) SECTION ···············································2-8
2-8. EVF SECTION································································2-8
2-9. BATTERY PANEL SECTION ········································2-9
2-10. LENS SECTION ·····························································2-9
2-11. VC-272 BOARD ···························································2-10
2-12. CONTROL SWITCH BLOCK (CF-2000) ···················2-10
2-13. MECHANISM DECK···················································2-13
2-14. HINGE ASSEMBLY ·····················································2-13
2-15. CIRCUIT BOARDS LOCATION ·································2-14
2-16. FLEXIBLE BOARDS LOCATION ······························2-15
3. BLOCK DIAGRAMS
3-1. OVERALL BLOCK DIAGRAM (1/2) ···························3-3
3-2. OVERALL BLOCK DIAGRAM (2/2) ···························3-5
3-3. CAMERA/VIDEO BLOCK DIAGRAM (1/2) ···············3-7
3-4. CAMERA/VIDEO BLOCK DIAGRAM (2/2) ···············3-9
3-5. USB BLOCK DIAGRAM ·············································3-11
3-6. VTR/CAMERA CONTROL BLOCK DIAGRAM·······3-13
3-7. SERVO BLOCK DIAGRAM ········································3-15
3-8. MODE CONTROL BLOCK DIAGRAM ·····················3-17
3-9. AUDIO BLOCK DIAGRAM ········································3-19
3-10. LCD BLOCK DIAGRAM ············································3-21
3-11. EVF BLOCK DIAGRAM ·············································3-23
3-12. POWER BLOCK DIAGRAM (1/2) ······························3-25
3-13. POWER BLOCK DIAGRAM (2/2) ······························3-27
4. PRINTED WIRING BOARDS AND
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS
4-1. FRAME SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM (1/2) ·······················4-1
FRAME SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM (2/2) ·······················4-3
4-2. PRINTED WIRING BOARDS AND
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS ············································4-5
•CD-354 (CCD IMAGER)
PRINTED WIRING BOARD AND
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ······························4-7
•LB-073 (BACK LIGHT (EVF))
PRINTED WIRING BOARD AND
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ······························4-9
•VF-150 (RGB DRIVE/TG)
PRINTED WIRING BOARD ·······················4-11
•VF-150 (RGB DRIVE/TG)
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ····························4-13
•SI-033 (STEADY SHOT, MIC)
PRINTED WIRING BOARD ·······················4-15
•SI-033 (STEADY SHOT, MIC)
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ····························4-17
•PD-156 (RGB DRIVE, TIMING GENERATOR, LCD
DRIVE, BACKLIGHT DRIVE)
PRINTED WIRING BOARD ·······················4-19
•PD-156 (RGB DRIVE, TIMING GENERATOR)(1/2)
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ····························4-23
•PD-156 (LCD DRIVE, BACKLIGHT DRIVE)(2/2)
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ····························4-25
•CF-2000 (CONTROL SWITCH BLOCK)
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ····························4-27

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CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608
•LS-057 (S/T REEL SENSOR), FP-228 (DEW SENSOR),
FP-299 (MODE SWITCH), FP-300 (TAPE TOP),
FP-302 (TAPE END), FP-301 (TAPE LED)
FLEXIBLE BOARDS AND
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS ··························4-29
•VC-272 (CAMERA PROCESSOR AMP, Y/C
PROCESSOR, FOCUS/ZOOM MOTOR DRIVE,
REC/PB AMP, LINE OUT AMP, SERVO, MODE
CONTROL, STEADY SHOT, HI CONTROL, AUDIO,
DC-DC CONVERTER, CONNECTOR, USB SIGNAL)
PRINTED WIRING BOARD ·······················4-31
•VC-272 (CAMERA PROCESSOR AMP)(1/12)
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ····························4-35
•VC-272(Y/C PROCESSOR)(2/12)
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ····························4-37
•VC-272(FOCUS/ZOOM MOTOR DRIVE)(3/12)
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ····························4-39
•VC-272(REC/PB AMP)(4/12)
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ····························4-41
•VC-272 (LINE OUT AMP)(5/12)
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ····························4-43
•VC-272(SERVO)(6/12)
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ····························4-45
•VC-272(MODE CONTROL, STEADY SHOT)(7/12)
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ····························4-47
•VC-272(HI CONTROL)(8/12)
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ····························4-49
•VC-272(AUDIO)(9/12)
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ····························4-51
•VC-272(DC-DC CONVERTER)(10/12)
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ····························4-53
•VC-272(CONNECTOR)(11/12)
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ····························4-55
•VC-272(USB SIGNAL PROCESS)(12/12)
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ····························4-57
•FP-397 FLEXIBLE BOARD ·····································4-59
4-3. WAVEFORMS ······························································4-60
4-4. MOUNTED PARTS LOCATION ·································4-63
5. ADJUSTMENTS
1. Adjusting items when replacing main parts and boards .··5-2
5-1. CAMERA SECTION ADJUSTMENT ···························5-4
1-1. PREPARATIONS BEFORE ADJUSTMENT
(CAMERA SECTION) ···················································5-4
1-1-1.List of Service Tools························································5-4
1-1-2.Preparations ·····································································5-5
1-1-3.Precaution ········································································5-7
1. Setting the Switch····························································5-7
2. Order of Adjustments ······················································5-7
3. Subjects ···········································································5-7
1-2. INITIALIZATION OF D, E, F, 7 PAGE DATA ··············5-8
1. Initializing the D, E, F, 7 Page Data ································5-8
2. Modification of D, E, F, 7 Page Data ······························5-8
3. D Page Table····································································5-8
4. F Page table ·····································································5-9
5. E Page Table ··································································5-11
6. 7 Page Table···································································5-11
1-3. CAMERA SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS ························5-12
1. HALL Adjustment ·························································5-12
2. Flange Back Adjustment (Using Minipattern Box)·······5-13
3. Flange Back Adjustment (Using Flange Back Adjustment
Chart and Subject More Than 500mAway) ··················5-14
3-1. Flange Back Adjustment (1) ··········································5-14
3-2. Flange Back Adjustment (2) ··········································5-14
4. Flange Back Check························································5-15
5. Picture Frame Setting ····················································5-15
6. Color Reproduction Adjustment····································5-16
7. Auto White Balance & LV Standard Data Input ···········5-17
8. Auto White Balance Adjustment ···································5-18
9. White Balance Check ····················································5-19
10.
Steady Shot Check (CCD-TRV308/TRV408/TRV608) ·· 5-20
1-4. ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER SYSTEM
ADJUSTMENT
(CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608)·················5-21
1. RGB AMP Adjustment (VF-150 board) ························5-22
1-1. Automatic Adjustment···················································5-22
1-2. Manual Adjustment ·······················································5-22
2. Contrast Adjustment (VF-150 board) ····························5-23
2-1. Automatic Adjustment···················································5-23
2-2. Manual Adjustment ·······················································5-23
1-5. LCD SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT ···································5-24
1. LCD Type Check ···························································5-24
2. VCO Adjustment (PD-156 board) ·································5-25
3. RGB AMP Adjustment (PD-156 board) ························5-25
4. Contrast Adjustment (PD-156 board) ····························5-26
5. COM AMP Adjustment (PD-156 board)·······················5-26
6. V-COM Adjustment (PD-156 board) ····························5-27
7. White Balance Adjustment (PD-156 board)··················5-27
5-2. MECHANISM SECTION ADJUSTMENT··················5-28
2-1. ADJUSTMENT REMOTE COMMANDER ················5-28
2-2. OPERATING WITHOUT CASSETTE ························5-28
2-3. TAPE PATH ADJUSTMENT········································5-28
1. Preparations for Adjustment ··········································5-28
5-3. VIDEO SECTION ADJUSTMENTS ···························5-29
3-1. PREPARATIONS BEFORE ADJUSTMENTS ············5-29
3-1-1. Equipment to Required ·················································5-29
3-1-2.Precautions on Adjusting ···············································5-30
3-1-3.Adjusting Connectors ····················································5-31
3-1-4.Connecting the Equipment ············································5-31
3-1-5.Alignment Tape ·····························································5-32
3-1-6.Output Level and Impedance·········································5-32
3-1-7.Recording Mode (Standard 8/Hi8) switching ···············5-32
3-2. SYSTEM CONTROL SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT········5-33
1. Initialization of D, E, F, 7 Page Data ·····························5-33
3-3. SERVO ADJUSTMENT ···············································5-33
1. CAP FG OffsetAdjustment (VC-272 board) ················5-33
2. Switching Position Adjustment (VC-272 board)···········5-33
3-4. VIDEO SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS·····························5-34
1.
28 MHz Origin OscillationAdjustment (VC-272 board) · 5-34
2. AFC f0Adjustment (VC-272 board) ·····························5-34
3. Y OUT Level Adjustment (VC-272 board) ···················5-35
4. C OUT Level Adjustment (VC-272 board) ···················5-35
5. RECY Current Adjustment (VC-272 board) ················5-36
6. REC C/AFM Current Adjustment ·································5-37
6-1. Preparations ···································································5-37
6-2. REC C Current Check (VC-272 board) ························5-37
6-3. REC AFM Current Adjustment (VC-272 board) ··········5-38
6-4. Processing after completed adjustment ·························5-38
3-5. AUDIO SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS ····························5-39
1. 1.5 MHz DeviationAdjustment (VC-272 board) ··········5-39
2. BPF f0Adjustment (VC-272 board) ······························5-39
5-4. SERVICE MODE ··························································5-40
4-1. ADJUSTMENT REMOTE COMMANDER ················5-40
1. Using the Adjustment Remote Commander ··················5-40
2. Precautions Upon Using the Adjustment Remote
Commander ···································································5-40
4-2. DATA PROCESS···························································5-41
4-3. SERVICE MODE ··························································5-42
1. Test Mode Setting··························································5-42
2. Emergency Memory Address ········································5-43
2-1. EMG code (Emergency code) ·······································5-43
2-2. MSW codes ···································································5-44
3. Bit Value Discrimination ···············································5-45
4. Switch check (1) ····························································5-45

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5. Switch check (2) ····························································5-45
6. Switch check (3) ····························································5-46
7. Record of Use check······················································5-46
8. Record of Self-diagnosis check ·····································5-47
6. REPAIR PARTS LIST
6-1. EXPLODED VIEWS ······················································6-1
6-1-1.OVERALL SECTION·····················································6-1
6-1-2.F PANEL SECTION ·······················································6-2
6-1-3.CABINET (L) SECTION················································6-3
6-1-4.BATTERY PANEL SECTION ········································6-4
6-1-5.EVF SECTION································································6-5
6-1-6.LENS SECTION ·····························································6-6
6-1-7 CABINET (R) SECTION ···············································6-7
6-1-8 CASSETTE COMPARTMENTASSY, DRUM ASSY ···6-8
6-1-9.LS CHASSIS BLOCKASSEMBLY·······························6-9
6-1-10. MECHANICAL CHASSIS BLOCKASSEMBLY-1 ···· 6-10
6-1-11. MECHANICAL CHASSIS BLOCKASSEMBLY-2 ···· 6-11
6-2. ELECTRICAL PARTS LIST ········································6-12
* Color reproduction frame are shown on page 215.

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CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608
1. POWER SUPPLY DURING REPAIRS
In this unit, about 10 seconds after power is supplied (8.4V) to the battery terminal, the power is shut off so that the unit cannot operate.
The following method is available to prevent this.
Method:
Use the DC IN terminal. (Use the AC power adaptor.)
2. TO TAKE OUT A CASSETTE WHEN NOT EJECT (FORCE EJECT)
1Refer to 2-5. to remove the front panel assembly.
2Refer to 2-7. to remove the cabinet (R) assembly.
3Open the control switch block (FK-2000).
4Refer to 2-6. to remove the cassette lid assembly.
5Refer to 2-6. to remove the cabinet (L) assembly.
6Disconnect CN704 (2P) of VC-272 board.
7Add +5V from the DC POWER SUPPLY and unload with a pressing the cassette compartment.
SERVICE NOTE
8 Pull the timing belt in the direction of
arrow
A with a pincette while pressing
the cassette compartment (take care
not to damage) to adjust the bending
of a tape.
9 Let go your hold the cassette
compartment and rise the cassette
compartment to take out a cassette.
Pincette
Timing belt
Timing belt
Press the cassette compartment not to
rise the cassette compartment
[DC power supply]
(+5V)
Adjust the bending of a tape
Disconnect CN70
4
of VC-272 board.
Loading motor
A
A

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CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608
SELF-DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION
1. Self-diagnosis Function
When problems occur while the unit is operating, the self-diagnosis
function starts working, and displays on the viewfinder or LCD or
Display window what to do. This function consists of two display;
self-diagnosis display and service mode display.
Detailsoftheself-diagnosisfunctions are provided in the Instruction
manual.
Note: The “self-diagnosis display”data will be backed up by the built-in rechargeable lithium battery (CF-2000 block BT001).
When the cabinet (R) assembly is disconnected, the “self-diagnosis display”data will be lost by initialization.
2. Self-diagnosis Display
When problems occur while the unit is operating, the counter of the
viewfinder or LCD or Display window shows a 4-digit display
consisting of an alphabet and numbers, which blinks at 3.2 Hz. This
5-character display indicates the “repaired by:”, “block”in which
the problem occurred, and “detailed code”of the problem.
3. Service Mode Display
The service mode display shows up to six self-diagnosis codes shown in the past.
3-1. Display Method
While pressing the “STOP”key, set the switch from OFF to “VTR or PLAYER”, and continue pressing the “STOP”key for 5 seconds
continuously. The service mode will be displayed, and the counter will show the backup No. and the 5-character self-diagnosis codes.
3-2. Switching of Backup No.
By rotating the control dial, past self-diagnosis codes will be shown in order. The backup No. in the [] indicates the order in which the
problem occurred. (If the number of problems which occurred is less than 6, only the number of problems which occurred will be shown.)
[1] : Occurred first time [4] : Occurred fourth time
[2] : Occurred second time [5] : Occurred fifth time
[3] : Occurred third time [6] : Occurred the last time
3-3. End of Display
Turning OFF the power supply will end the service mode display.
Order of previous errors
Backup No. Self-diagnosis Codes
C : 3 1 : 1 1
[3]
Lights up
Viewfinder or LCD
[3] C : 3 1 : 1 1
3 C : 3 1 : 11
Display window
1 1
3 1
C : 3 1 : 11
C
Repaired by:
Refer to page 9 and 10.
Self-diagnosis Code Table.
Indicates the appropriate
step to be taken.
E.g.
31 ....Reload the tape.
32 ....Turn on power again.
Block Detailed Code
Blinks at 3.2Hz
C : Corrected by customer
H : Corrected by dealer
E : Corrected by service
engineer
Viewfinder or LCD Display window
C : 3 1 : 1 1
Display window
Control dial

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4. Self-diagnosis Code Table
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
Block
Function
04
21
22
31
31
31
31
31
31
31
31
31
31
31
31
31
32
32
32
32
32
32
32
32
32
32
32
32
32
Detailed
Code
00
00
00
10
11
20
21
22
23
30
31
40
41
42
43
44
10
11
20
21
22
23
30
31
40
41
42
43
44
Symptom/State
Non-standard battery is used.
Condensation.
Video head is dirty.
LOAD direction. Loading does not
complete within specified time
UNLOAD direction. Loading does not
complete within specified time
T reel side tape slacking when unloading .
S reel side tape slacking when unloading .
T reel fault.
S reel fault.
FG fault when starting capstan.
FG fault during normal capstan operations.
FG fault when starting drum.
PG fault when starting drum.
FG fault during normal drum operations.
PG fault during normal drum operations.
Phase fault during normal drum operations.
LOAD direction loading motor time-
out.
UNLOAD direction loading motor
time-out.
T reel side tape slacking when
unloading.
S reel side tape slacking when
unloading.
T reel fault.
S reel fault.
FG fault when starting capstan.
FG fault during normal capstan
operations.
FG fault when starting drum.
PG fault when starting drum.
FG fault during normal drum
operations.
PG fault during normal drum
operations.
Phase fault during normal drum
operations.
Self-diagnosis Code
Repaired by:
Correction
Use the InfoLITHIUM battery.
Remove the cassette, and insert it again after one hour.
Clean with the optional cleaning cassette.
Load the tape again, and perform operations from the beginning.
Load the tape again, and perform operations from the beginning.
Load the tape again, and perform operations from the beginning.
Load the tape again, and perform operations from the beginning.
Load the tape again, and perform operations from the beginning.
Load the tape again, and perform operations from the beginning.
Load the tape again, and perform operations from the beginning.
Load the tape again, and perform operations from the beginning.
Load the tape again, and perform operations from the beginning.
Load the tape again, and perform operations from the beginning.
Load the tape again, and perform operations from the beginning.
Load the tape again, and perform operations from the beginning.
Load the tape again, and perform operations from the beginning.
Remove the battery or power cable, connect, and perform
operations from the beginning.
Remove the battery or power cable, connect, and perform
operations from the beginning.
Remove the battery or power cable, connect, and perform
operations from the beginning.
Remove the battery or power cable, connect, and perform
operations from the beginning.
Remove the battery or power cable, connect, and perform
operations from the beginning.
Remove the battery or power cable, connect, and perform
operations from the beginning.
Remove the battery or power cable, connect, and perform
operations from the beginning.
Remove the battery or power cable, connect, and perform
operations from the beginning.
Remove the battery or power cable, connect, and perform
operations from the beginning.
Remove the battery or power cable, connect, and perform
operations from the beginning.
Remove the battery or power cable, connect, and perform
operations from the beginning.
Remove the battery or power cable, connect, and perform
operations from the beginning.
Remove the battery or power cable, connect, and perform
operations from the beginning.

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E
E
E
E
Block
Function
61
61
62
62
Detailed
Code
00
10
00
01
Symptom/State
Difficult to adjust focus
(Cannot initialize focus.)
Zoom operations fault
(Cannot initialize zoom lens.)
Handshake correction function does not
work well. (With pitch angular velocity
sensor output stopped.)
Handshake correction function does not
work well. (With yaw angular velocity
sensor output stopped.)
Self-diagnosis Code
Repaired by:
Correction
Inspect the lens block focus reset sensor (Pin qs of CN301 ofVC-
272 board) when focusing is performed when the control dial is
rotated in the focus manual mode and the focus motor drive circuit
(IC301 of VC-272 board) when the focusing is not performed.
Inspect the lens block zoom reset sensor (Pin qf of CN301 ofVC-
272 board) when zooming is performed when the zoom switch is
operatedandthezoommotor drivecircuit (IC301 ofVC-272 board)
when zooming is not performed.
Inspect pitch angular velocity sensor (SE750 of SI-033 board)
peripheral circuits. *1
Inspect yaw angular velocity sensor (SE751 of SI-033 board)
peripheral circuits. *1
*1: STEADY SHOT model (CCD-TRV308/TRV408/TRV608)

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SECTION 1
GENERAL
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608
This section is extracted from
instruction manual.
4
Main Features
Taking moving images, and playing them back
•Recording a picture (p. 19)
•Playing back a tape (p. 29)
Capturing images on your computer*1)
•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)
•Built-in light*
2)
(p. 46)
•Manual exposure (p. 40)
Functions to give images more impact
•Digital zoom (p. 22)
The default setting is set to OFF. (To zoom greater than 20×, select the digital zoom
power in D ZOOM in the menu settings.)
•FADER (p. 35)
•Picture effect (p. 37)
•TITLE (p. 42)
Function to give a natural appearance to your recordings
•Manual focus (p. 41)
Functions to use in editing in the recording mode
•Wide mode (p. 33)
•Date and time (p. 16)
•ORC [MENU] (p. 70)
Function to use after recording
•Easy Dubbing (p. 51)
Function to make transition smooth
•END SEARCH (P.28)
*
1)
CCD-TRV608 only
*
2)
CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
Quick Start Guide
6
Quick Start Guide
This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your
camcorder. See the page in parentheses “()”for more
information.
Open the DC IN
jack cover.
Connect the plug with
its vmark facing up.
Inserting a cassette (p. 18)
Connecting the power cord (p. 15)
Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 11).
3Close the cassette
compartment by
pressing the mark
on the cassette
compartment. The
cassette compartment
automatically goes
down.
Close the lid of the
cassette compartment.
1Open the lid of the
cassette compartment,
and press ZEJECT.
The cassette
compartment opens
automatically.
2Insert a cassette
into the cassette
compartment
with its window
facing out and the
write-protect tab
on the cassette up.
AC power adaptor (supplied)
EJECT
Quick Start Guide
7
Monitoring the playback picture on the LCD
screen (p. 29)
2 Press mto rewind the tape.
3 Press Nto start playback.
Note
Do not pick up your camcorder by
the viewfinder, the LCD panel, or
the battery pack.
3 Open the LCD panel
while pressing OPEN.
The picture appears
on the LCD screen.
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.
1 Remove the lens cap.
Viewfinder
When the LCD panel is closed, use the
viewfinder placing your eye against its eyecup.
The picture in the viewfinder is black and white.
Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight (p. 23).
When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set to off. If you want to
record the date and time for a picture, set the clock setting before recording (p. 16).
C
A
M
E
R
A
P
L
A
Y
E
R
O
F
F
(
C
H
G
)
POWER
C
A
M
E
R
A
P
L
A
Y
E
R
O
F
F
(
C
H
G
)
POWER
REW
C
A
M
E
R
A
P
L
A
Y
E
R
O
F
F
(
C
H
G
)
POWER
1 Set the POWER
switch to PLAYER
while pressing the
small green button.
Recording a picture (p. 19)
PLAY

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8
— 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 manual, buttons and settings on your camcorder are shown in
capital letters.
e.g. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
When you carry out an operation, you can hear a beep sound to indicate that the
operation is being carried out.
Types of differences
CCD- TRV107 TRV108 TRV308 TRV408 TRV608
Digital Zoom 450×460×460×560×560×
LCD Screen 6.2 cm 6.2 cm 6.2 cm 6.2 cm 7.5 cm
(2.5 type) (2.5 type) (2.5 type) (2.5 type) (3 type)
Built-in light z—zzz
Remote sensor z——z—
SteadyShot ——zzz
USB Streaming ————z
VF B.L. (Viewfinder backlight) z—zzz
zProvided
—Not provided
Getting started
9
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 green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and the finder.
These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the
recording in any way.
•Do not let your camcorder get wet. Keep your camcorder away from rain and sea
water. Letting your camcorder get wet may cause your camcorder to malfunction.
Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired [a].
•Never leave your camcorder exposed to temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as in a
car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b].
•Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. Exposing the LCD
screen, the finder or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods may cause
malfunctions [c].
•Do not directly shoot the sun. Doing so might cause your camcorder to malfunction.
Take pictures of the sun in low light conditions such as dusk [d].
[a] [b]
[c] [d]
10
Checking supplied accessories
Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder.
1Wireless Remote Commander (CCD-
TRV107/TRV408 only) (1) (p. 96)
2AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power
adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 15)
3NP-FM30 battery pack (1) (p. 11, 12)
4Size AA (R6) battery for Remote
Commander (CCD-TRV107/TRV408
only) (2) (p. 96)
Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not
made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc.
5A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 32)
6Shoulder strap (1) (p. 91)
7Lens cap (1) (p. 19, 95)
8USB Cable (CCD-TRV608 only) (1)
(p. 59)
9CD-ROM (SPVD-008 USB Driver)
(CCD-TRV608 only) (1) (p. 60)
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Getting started
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.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply
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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 vmark facing up.
(2)Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor.
(3)Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
(4)Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Charging begins. The remaining battery
time is indicated in minutes on the display window.
When the remaining battery indicator changes to , normal charge is completed. To
fully charge the battery (full charge), leave the battery pack attached for about one hour
after normal charge is completed until “FULL”appears in the display window. Fully
charging the battery allows you to use the battery longer than usual.
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The number in the illustration of the display window may differ from that on your
camcorder.
After charging the battery pack
Disconnect the AC power adaptor from the DC IN jack on your camcorder.
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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 remaining battery time
“– –––min”appears in the display window.
While charging the battery pack, no indicator appears or the indicator flashes in
the display window in the following cases:
–The AC power adaptor is disconnected.
–The battery pack is not installed properly.
–Something is wrong with the battery pack.
We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between
10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F).
If the power goes off although the battery remaining indicator indicates that the
battery pack has enough power to operate
Charge the battery pack fully again so that the indication on the battery remaining
indicator is correct.
Charging time
Battery pack Full charge (normal charge)
NP-FM30 (supplied) 145 (85)
NP-FM50 150 (90)
NP-FM70 240 (180)
NP-QM71 260 (200)
NP-FM90 330 (270)
NP-FM91/QM91 360 (300)
Approximate number of minutes to charge an empty battery pack at 25°C (77°F)
Recording time
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Recording with Recording with
Battery pack the viewfinder the LCD screen
Continuous*Typical** Continuous*Typical**
NP-FM30 (supplied) 165 90 120 65
NP-FM50 265 145 195 105
NP-FM70 540 295 400 220
NP-QM71 640 350 465 255
NP-FM90 820 450 600 330
NP-FM91/QM91 955 525 695 380
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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 camcorder in a cold environment.
** Approximate number of minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/
stop, zooming and turning the power on/off. The actual battery life may be shorter.
Playing time
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Battery pack Playing time Playing time
on LCD screen with LCD closed
NP-FM30 (supplied) 120 175
NP-FM50 195 280
NP-FM70 400 570
NP-QM71 465 675
NP-FM90 600 865
NP-FM91/QM91 695 1010
CCD-TRV608
Battery pack Playing time Playing time
on LCD screen with LCD closed
NP-FM30 (supplied) 100 175
NP-FM50 160 280
NP-FM70 335 570
NP-QM71 390 675
NP-FM90 505 865
NP-FM91/QM91 585 1010
Approximate number of minutes when you use a fully charged battery pack
Approximate continuous playing time at 25°C (77°F). The battery life will be shorter if
you use your camcorder in a cold environment.
The recording and playing time of a normally charged battery are about 90% of those of
a fully charged battery.
What is the ”InfoLITHIUM”?
The “InfoLITHIUM”is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange data such as
battery consumption with compatible electronic equipment. This unit is compatible
with the “InfoLITHIUM”battery pack (M series). Your camcorder operates only with
the “InfoLITHIUM”battery pack. “InfoLITHIUM”M series battery packs have the
mark.
“InfoLITHIUM”is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply
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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 vmark facing up.
(2)Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor.
(3)Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
PRECAUTION
The set is not disconnected from the AC power source (wall outlet) as long as it is
connected to the wall outlet, even if the set itself has been turned off.
Notes
•The AC power adaptor can supply power even if the battery pack is attached to your
camcorder.
•The DC IN jack has “source priority.”This means that the battery pack cannot supply
any power if the power cord is connected to the DC IN jack, even when the power
cord is not plugged into a wall outlet.
•Place the AC power adaptor near a wall outlet.
While using the AC power adaptor, if any trouble occurs with this unit, disconnect the
plug from the wall outlet as soon as possible to cut off the power.
Using a car battery
Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). Refer to the operating instructions of the DC
Adaptor /Charger for further information.
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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 the minute.
(1)While your camcorder is in CAMERA mode, press MENU to display the
menu.
(2)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial.
(3)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CLOCK SET, then press the dial.
(4)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the desired year, then press the dial.
(5)Set the month, day and hour by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial and
pressing the dial.
(6)Set the minute by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial and pressing the dial by
the time signal. The clock starts to operate.
(7)Press MENU to make the menu disappear. The time indicator appears.
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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:
Auto date function
When you use your camcorder for the first time, turn it on and set the date and time to
your local time before you start recording (p. 16). The date is automatically recorded for
10 seconds after you start recording (Auto date function). This function works only
once a day.
Note on the time indicator
The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle.
•12:00 AM stands for midnight.
•12:00 PM stands for noon.
Note on the auto date function
You can change the AUTO DATE setting by selecting ON or OFF in the menu settings.
The auto date function automatically displays the date once a day.
However, the date may automatically appear more than once a day if:
–you set the date and time.
–you eject and insert the tape again.
–you stop recording within 10 seconds.
–you set AUTO DATE to OFF once and set it back to ON in the menu settings.
Step 2 Setting the date and time
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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 goes down.
(5)Close the lid of the cassette compartment.
To eject a cassette
Follow the procedure above, and eject the cassette in step 3.
Notes
•Do not press the cassette compartment down. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
•The cassette compartment may not be closed when you press any part of the cassette
compartment other than the mark.
•Do not pick up your camcorder by the lid of the cassette compartment.
To prevent accidental erasure
Slide the write-protect tab on the cassette to expose the red mark.
Step 3 Inserting a cassette
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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 camcorder is set to the standby mode.
(4)Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. The viewfinder automatically
turns off.
(5)Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The REC indicator
appears. The recording lamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up.
To stop recording, press START/STOP again.
The recording lamp lights up in the viewfinder when you record with the
viewfinder.
Recording
lamp
Microphone
Notes
•Fasten the grip strap firmly.
•Do not touch the built-in microphone during recording.
Note on Recording mode
Your camcorder records and plays back in the SP (standard play) mode and in the LP
(long play) mode. Select SP or LP in the menu settings (p. 70). In the LP mode, you can
record twice as long as in the SP mode. When you record a tape in the LP mode on your
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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 standby mode for recording, set the POWER
switch to OFF (CHG) once, then turn it to CAMERA, or press START/STOP without
chainging the POWER switch again to start recording. If your camcorder is in the
standby mode, with no cassette inserted, it does not turn off automatically.
When you record in the SP and LP modes on one tape or you record some scenes
in the LP mode
The playback picture may be distorted.
To set the counter to 0:00:00
Press COUNTER RESET (p. 94).
Adjusting the LCD screen
The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the viewfinder side and about 180 degrees to
the lens side.
If you turn the LCD panel over so that it faces the other way, the indicator appears
on the screen (Mirror mode).
When closing the LCD panel, set it vertically until it clicks, and swing it into the
camcorder body.
Note
When using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode, the viewfinder automatically
turns off.
When you use the LCD screen outdoors in direct sunlight
The LCD screen may be difficult to see. If this happens, we recommend that you record
with the viewfinder.
When you adjust angles of the LCD panel
Be sure to open the LCD panel up to 90 degrees.
Picture in the mirror mode
The picture on the LCD screen is a mirror-image. However, the picture will be normal
when recorded.
Recording a picture
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Recording a picture
During recording in the mirror mode
DATE and TIME on your camcorder do not work.
Indicators in the mirror mode
•The STBY indicator appears as Xz and REC as z. Some of other indicators appear
mirror-reversed and others are not displayed.
•The date appears mirror-reversed when the auto date function is working. However,
the date will be normal when recorded.
Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen
(1)In CAMERA mode, select LCD BRIGHT in in the menu settings (p. 69).
(2)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen.
LCD screen backlight
You can adjust the brightness of the backlight. Select LCD B.L. in the menu settings
(p. 69).
Even if you adjust the LCD screen backlight
The recorded picture will not be affected.
After recording
(1)Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
(2)Close the LCD panel.
(3)Eject the cassette.
(4)Attach the lens cap.
After using your camcorder (CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only)
Remove the battery pack from your camcorder to avoid turning on the built-in light
accidentally.
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Using the zoom feature
Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.
Using the zoom function sparingly results in better-looking recordings.
“T”side: for telephoto (subject appears closer)
“W”side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away)
To use zoom greater than 20×
Zoom greater than 20×is performed digitally. To activate digital zoom, select the digital
zoom power in D ZOOM in the menu settings. The digital zoom function is set to OFF
as a default setting (p. 68).
The picture quality deteriorates as the picture is processed digitally.
Notes on digital zoom
•Digital zoom starts to function when zoom exceeds 20×.
•The picture quality deteriorates as you go toward the “T”side.
When you shoot close to a subject
If you cannot get a sharp focus, move the power zoom lever to the “W”side until the
focus is sharp. You can shoot a subject that is at least about 80 cm (about 2 feet 5/8 in.)
away from the lens surface in the telephoto position, or about 1 cm (about 1/2 in.) away
in the wide-angle position.
Recording a picture
The right side of the bar shows the digital
zooming zone.
The digital zooming zone appears when you
select the digital zoom power in D ZOOM in
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To record pictures with the viewfinder
–Adjusting the viewfinder
If you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder.
Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the indicators in the viewfinder
come into sharp focus.
Lift up the viewfinder and move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever.
Viewfinder backlight (CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only)
You can change the brightness of the backlight. Select VF B.L. in the menu settings
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Indicators displayed in the recording mode
The indicators are not recorded on tape.
Remaining battery time indicator
The remaining battery time indicator indicates the approximate recording time. The
indicator may not be correct, depending on the conditions in which you are recording.
When you close the LCD panel and open it again, it takes about 1 minute for the correct
remaining battery time in minutes to be displayed.
STBY/REC indicator
Remaining tape indicator
This appears after you insert a cassette and record
or play back for a while.
Remaining battery time indicator
Tape counter indicator
Recording mode indicator/Mirror mode indicator
Recording a picture
Hi8 format indicator
This appears while playing back or recording in Hi8 format.
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Recording a picture
Shooting backlit subjects –BACK LIGHT
When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a
light background, use the backlight function.
Press BACK LIGHT in CAMERA mode.
The .indicator appears on the screen.
To cancel, press BACK LIGHT again.
If you press EXPOSURE when shooting backlit subjects
The backlight function will be canceled.
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Recording a picture
Shooting in the dark –NightShot
The NightShot function enables you to shoot a subject in a dark place. For example, you
can satisfactorily record the environment of nocturnal animals for observation when
you use this function.
While your camcorder is in CAMERA mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON.
and “NIGHTSHOT”indicators flash on the screen.
To cancel the NightShot function, slide NIGHTSHOT to OFF.
Using the NightShot Light
The picture will be clearer with the NightShot Light on. To enable the NightShot Light,
set N.S.LIGHT to ON in the menu settings (p. 68).
Notes
•Do not use the NightShot function in bright places (ex. outdoors in the daytime). This
may cause your camcorder to malfunction.
•When you keep NIGHTSHOT setting to ON in normal recording, the picture may be
recorded in incorrect or unnatural colors.
•If focusing is difficult with the autofocus mode when using the NightShot function,
focus manually.
While using the NightShot function, you cannot use the following functions:
–Exposure
–PROGRAM AE
NightShot Light
NightShot Light rays are infrared and so are invisible. The maximum shooting distance
using the NightShot Light is about 3 m (10 feet).
NIGHTSHOT
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Recording a picture
Superimposing the date and time on pictures
You can record the date and/or time displayed on the screen superimposed on the
picture.
Carry out the following operations in CAMERA mode.
Press DATE to record the date.
Press TIME to record the time.
Press DATE (or TIME), then press TIME (or DATE) to record the date and time.
Press DATE and/or TIME again. The date and/or time indicator disappears.
When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set to off. Set the date and time
to your local time before using (p. 16).
Note
The date and time indicators recorded manually cannot be deleted.
If you do not record the date and time in the picture
Record the date and time in the black screen as the background for about 10 seconds,
then erase the date and time indicators before starting actual recording.
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You can use this button to record a picture from the last recorded scene successively.
You can go to the end of the recorded section after you record.
Press END SEARCH in CAMERA mode.
The last 5 seconds of the recorded section are played back and returns to the standby
mode. You can monitor the sound from the speaker.
Notes
•If you start recording after using the end search function, occasionally, the transition
between the last scene you recorded and the next scene may not be smooth.
•Once you eject the cassette after you have recorded on the tape, the end search
function does not work.
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Playing back a tape
You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. If you close the LCD panel,
you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder.
(1)Install the power source and insert the recorded tape.
(2)Set the POWER switch to PLAYER while pressing the small green button.
(3)Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN.
(4)Press mto rewind the tape.
(5)Press Nto start playback.
(6)To adjust the volume, press either of the two VOLUME buttons. The speaker
on your camcorder is silent when the LCD panel is closed.
You can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your
camcorder. (CCD-TRV107/TRV408 only)
To stop playback
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When monitoring on the LCD screen
You can turn the LCD panel over and move it back to the camcorder body with the
LCD screen facing out [a]. You can adjust the angle of the LCD panel by lifting the LCD
panel up by 7 degrees [b].
To display the screen indicators –Display function
Press DISPLAY on your camcorder or the Remote Commander (CCD-TRV107/TRV408
only) supplied with your camcorder.
The indicators appear on the screen.
To make the indicators disappear, press DISPLAY again.
Playing back a tape
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Various playback modes
To operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to PLAYER.
To view a still image (playback pause)
Press Xduring playback. To resume playback, press Xor N.
To advance the tape
Press Min the stop mode. To resume normal playback, press N.
To rewind the tape
Press min the stop mode. To resume normal playback, press N.
To locate a scene monitoring the picture (picture search)
Keep pressing mor Mduring playback. To resume normal playback, release the
button.
To monitor the high-speed picture while advancing or
rewinding the tape (skip scan)
Keep pressing mwhile rewinding or Mwhile advancing the tape. To resume
rewinding or advancing, release the button.
To view the picture at slow speed (slow playback)
(CCD-TRV107/TRV408 only)
Press yon the Remote Commander during playback. To resume normal playback,
press N.
To search the last scene recorded (END SEARCH)
Press END SEARCH in the stop mode. The last 5 seconds of the recorded section are
played back and the playback stops.
In the various playback modes
Sound is muted.
When the playback pause mode lasts for 5 minutes
Your camcorder automatically enters the stop mode. To resume playback, press N.
If slow playback lasts for about 1 minute (CCD-TRV107/TRV408 only)
Your camcorder automatically returns to normal speed.
When you play back a tape recorded in the LP mode
Noise may appear during playback pause mode, slow playback* or picture search.
When you play back a tape in reverse
Horizontal noise may appear at the center or top and bottom of the screen. This is not a
malfunction.
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If your TV is already connected to a VCR
Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR by using the A/V connecting
cable supplied with your camcorder. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE.
To connect to a TV without Video/Audio input jacks
Use an NTSC system RFU adaptor (optional). Refer to the operating instructions of your
TV and the RFU adaptor.
If your TV is a stereo type
Connect the audio plug of the A/V connecting cable supplied to the left (white) input
jack of your TV.
If your TV has an S video jack
Connect using an S video cable (optional) to obtain optimum quality screen images.
With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V
connecting cable.
Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks on both your camcorder and the
TV.
To display the screen indicators on TV
Set DISPLAY to V-OUT/LCD in the menu settings (p. 72). Then press DISPLAY on
your camcorder. To turn off the screen indicators, press DISPLAY on your camcorder
again.
Viewing the recording on TV
Connect your camcorder to your TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your
camcorder to watch the playback picture on the TV screen. You can operate the
playback control buttons in the same way as when you monitor playback pictures on
the LCD screen. We recommend that you power your camcorder from a wall outlet
using the AC power adaptor, when monitoring the playback picture on the TV screen
(p. 15). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV.
Open the jack cover. Connect your camcorder to the TV using the A/V connecting
cable. Then, set the TV/VCR selector on the TV to VCR.
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Advanced Recording Operations
You can record a cinema-like picture (CINEMA) or a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the
16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9FULL). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV.
CINEMA
Black bands appear on the screen during recording in the CINEMA mode [a], playing
back on a normal TV [b] or a wide-screen TV [c]. If you set the screen mode of the wide-
screen TV to the zoom mode, a picture without black bands appears [d].
16:9FULL
The picture during recording in the 16:9FULL mode [e], or playing back on a normal TV
[f] or a wide-screen TV [g] is horizontally compressed. If you set the screen mode of the
wide-screen TV to the full mode, you can watch correctly proportioned images in wide-
screen format [h].
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In CAMERA mode, set 16:9WIDE to CINEMA or 16:9FULL in in the menu settings
(p. 68).
To cancel the wide mode
Set 16:9WIDE to OFF in the menu settings.
If the wide mode is set to 16:9FULL (CCD-TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only)
The SteadyShot function does not work. If you select 16:9FULL in the menu settings
when the SteadyShot function is working, flashes and the SteadyShot function does
not function.
In the wide mode
You cannot select the bounce function with FADER.
Date or time indicator
When you record in the 16:9FULL mode, the date or time indicator will be widened on
wide-screen TVs.
During recording
You cannot select or cancel the wide mode. When you cancel the wide mode, set your
camcorder to the standby mode and then set 16:9WIDE to OFF in the menu settings.
Using the wide mode
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You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance.
Using the fader function
MONOTONE
When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to color.
When fading out, the picture gradually changes from color to black-and-white.
FADER
M.FADER
(mosaic)
STRIPE
BOUNCE
(Fade in only)

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(1) When fading in [a]
In the standby mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes.
When fading out [b]
In the recording mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes.
The indicator changes as follows:
The last selected fader mode is indicated first of all.
* Fade in only
(2)Press START/STOP. The fader indicator stops flashing.
After the fade in/out is carried out, your camcorder automatically returns to
the normal mode.
Using the fader function
To cancel the fader function
Before pressing START/STOP, press FADER until the indicator disappears.
The date, time indicator and title do not fade in or fade out
Erase them before operating the fader function if they are not needed.
While using the bounce function, you cannot use the following functions:
–Focus
–Zoom
–Picture effect
Note on the bounce function
The BOUNCE indicator does not appear in the following mode or functions:
–D ZOOM is activated in the menu settings
–Wide mode
–Picture effect
–PROGRAM AE
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FADER
FADER
tFADER tM.FADER tSTRIPE tBOUNCE*
no indicator TMONOTONE T
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Advanced Recording Operations
You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on the
TV.
PASTEL [a] : The contrast of the picture is emphasized, and the picture looks like an
animated cartoon.
NEG.ART [b]: The color and brightness of the picture are reversed.
SEPIA : The picture is sepia.
B&W : The picture is monochrome (black-and-white).
SOLARIZE [c]: The light intensity is clearer, and the picture looks like an illustration.
MOSAIC [d]: The picture is mosaic.
SLIM [e]: The picture expands vertically.
STRETCH [f]: The picture expands horizontally.
(1)In CAMERA mode, select P EFFECT in in the menu settings (p. 68).
(2)Select the desired picture effect mode in the menu settings, then press the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial.
To cancel the picture effect function
Set P EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings.
When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG)
Your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode.
Using special effects –Picture effect
MENU
1
MANUA L SET
. NEG ART
SEP I A
B&
W
SOL AR I ZE
SL IM
STRETCH
PASTEL
MOS A I C
[
MENU
]:
END
PROGRAM AE
P EFFECT
RETURN
OFF
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Using the PROGRAM AE function
You can select the PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to suit your specific shooting
requirements.
SPOTLIGHT (Spotlight)
This mode prevents people’s faces, for example, from appearing excessively white
when shooting subjects lit by strong light in the theater.
PORTRAIT (Soft portrait)
This mode brings out the subject while creating a soft background for subjects such as
people or flowers.
SPORTS (Sports lesson)
This mode minimizes shake on fast-moving subjects such as in tennis or golf.
BEACH&SKI (Beach & ski)
This mode prevents people’s faces from appearing dark in strong light or reflected light,
such as at a beach in midsummer or on a ski slope.
SUNSETMOON (Sunset & moon)
This mode allows you to maintain atmosphere when you are recording sunsets, general
night views, fireworks displays and neon signs.
LANDSCAPE (Landscape)
This mode is for when you are recording distant subjects such as mountains and
prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows when you
are recording a subject behind glass or a screen.
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(1)In CAMERA mode, select PROGRAM AE in in the menu settings (p. 68).
(2)Select the desired PROGRAM AE mode in the menu settings, then press the
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
To cancel the PROGRAM AE function
Set PROGRAM AE to AUTO in the menu settings.
Notes
•In the spotlight, sports lesson and beach & ski modes, you cannot take close-ups. This
is because your camcorder is set to focus only on subjects in the middle to far distance.
•In the sunset & moon and landscape modes, your camcorder is set to focus only on
distant subjects.
•While using the PROGRAM AE function, you cannot select the bounce function with
FADER.
•While setting NIGHTSHOT to ON, the PROGRAM AE function does not work. (The
indicator flashes.)
Even if the PROGRAM AE function is selected
You can adjust the exposure manually.
If you are recording under a discharge tube such as a fluorescent lamp, sodium
lamp or mercury lamp
Flickering or changes in color may occur in the following modes. If this happens, turn
the PROGRAM AE function off:
–Soft portrait mode
–Sports lesson mode
Using the PROGRAM AE function
MANUAL SET
PROGRAM AE
P EFFECT
RETURN
1
AUTO
PORTRA I T
SPORTS
BEACH&SK I
SUNSETMOON
SPOTL IGHT
LANDSCAPE
[
MENU
]:
END
MENU

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You can manually adjust and set the exposure.
Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases:
–The subject is backlit
–Bright subject and dark background
–To record dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully
(1)In CAMERA mode, press EXPOSURE.
The exposure indicator appears on the screen.
(2)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the brightness.
To return to the automatic exposure mode
Press EXPOSURE.
Note
When you adjust the exposure manually, the backlight function does not work in
CAMERA mode.
Your camcorder automatically returns to the automatic exposure mode:
–if you change the PROGRAM AE mode
–if you slide NIGHTSHOT to ON
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2
EXPOSURE
Adjusting the exposure manually
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Advanced Recording Operations
You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases:
•The autofocus mode is not effective when shooting:
–subjects through glass coated with water droplets.
–horizontal stripes.
–subjects with little contrast with backgrounds such as walls and sky.
•When you want to change the focus from a subject in the foreground to a subject in the
background.
•Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod.
(1)In CAMERA mode, press FOCUS. The 9indicator appears on the screen.
(2)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to sharpen focus.
To return to the autofocus mode
Press FOCUS.
To focus precisely
Adjust the zoom by first focusing at the “T”(telephoto) position and then shooting at
the “W”(wide-angle) position. This makes focusing easier.
When you shoot close to the subject
Focus at the end of the “W”(wide-angle) position.
9 changes to the following indicators:
when recording a distant subject.
when the subject is too close to focus on.
Focusing manually
FOCUS
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Superimposing a title
You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles (p. 44). You can also select
the language, color, size, and position of titles.
(1)In CAMERA mode, press TITLE to display the title menu.
(2)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , and then press the dial.
(3)Select the desired title in the menu settings, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC
dial. The titles are displayed in the language you selected.
(4)Change the color, size, or position, if necessary.
1Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the color, size, or position, then
press the dial. The item appears.
2Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired item, then press the
dial.
3Repeat steps 1and 2until the title is laid out as desired.
(5)Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial again to complete the setting.
(6)Press START/STOP to start recording.
(7)When you want to stop recording the title, press TITLE.
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2
3
4
T I TLE
SIZE SMALL
VACATION
SIZE LARGE
PRESET T I T LE
HEL LO
!
HAPPY B I RTHDAY
HAPPY HOL I DAYS
CONGRA TU LA T I ONS
!
OUR S W EET BABY
W EDD I NG
VACAT ION
THE END
[
TITLE
]:
END
PRESET T I T LE
HEL LO
!
HAPPY B I RTHDAY
HAPPY HOL I DAYS
CONGRA TU LA T I ONS
!
OUR S W EET BABY
W EDD I NG
VACAT ION
THE END
[
TITLE
]:
END
PRESET T I TL E
HEL LO
!
HAPPY B I RTHDAY
HAPPY HOL I DAYS
CONGRA TU LA T I ONS
!
OUR S W EET BABY
W EDD I NG
VACAT ION
THE END
[
TITLE
]:
END
RET URN
PRESET T I T LE
HEL LO
!
HAPPY B I RTHDAY
HAPPY HOL I DAYS
CONGRA TU LA T I ONS
!
OUR S W EET BABY
W EDD I NG
VACAT ION
THE END
[
TITLE
]:
END
RETURN
VACATION
TITLE
VACATION
TITLE
[
TITLE
]:
END
[
TITLE
]:
END
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Advanced Recording Operations
To superimpose the title while you are recording
Press TITLE while you are recording, and carry out steps 2 to 5. When you press the
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial at step 5, the title is superimposed.
To select the language of a preset title
If you want to change the language, select before step 2. Then select the desired
language and return to step 2.
Note
Both the date and time or either of them may not be displayed depending on the size or
position of the title.
If you display the menu or title menu while superimposing a title
The title is not recorded while the menu or title menu is displayed.
To use the custom title
If you want to use the custom title, select in step 2.
Title setting
•The title color changes as follows:
WHITE yYELLOW yVIOLET yRED yCYAN yGREEN yBLUE
•The title size changes as follows:
SMALL yLARGE
You cannot input 13 characters or more in LARGE size. If you input more than 12
characters, the title size returns to SMALL even if you select LARGE.
•The title position changes as follows:
1y2y3y4y5y6y7y8y9
The larger the position number, the lower the title is positioned.
When you select the title size “LARGE,”you cannot choose position 9.
When you select the title size “LARGE”in the CINEMA mode, you cannot choose
position 8 nor 9.
When you are selecting and setting the title
You cannot record the title displayed on the screen.
When you superimpose a title while you are recording
The beep does not sound.
While you are playing back
You can superimpose a title. However, the title is not recorded on tape.
You can record a title when you dub a tape connecting your camcorder to the VCR with
the A/V connecting cable.
Superimposing a title