3-862-054-12 (1) Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. , , . CCD-TRV99E CCD-TRV89E/TRV99E ©1998 by Sony Corporation English Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam VisionTM camcorder. With your Handycam Vision you can capture life's precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam Vision is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use. You will soon be producing home video that you can enjoy for years to come. ! Handycam VisionTM Sony. Handycam Vision . Handycam Vision , . , . WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. . . . 2 English Table of contents Before you begin Using this manual ................................................... 5 Checking supplied accessories ............................. 7 Getting started Installing and charging the battery pack ............ 8 Inserting a cassette ............................................... 13 Basic operations Camera recording ................................................. 14 Using the zoom feature ..................................... 17 Selecting the START/STOP mode .................. 19 Shooting with the LCD screen ......................... 20 Letting the subject monitor the shot (Mirror mode) ................................................................ 21 Hints for better shooting ..................................... 22 Checking the recorded picture ........................... 24 Playing back a tape ............................................... 26 Searching for the end of the picture ................... 31 Advanced operations Using alternative power sources ........................ 32 Using the mains ................................................. 32 Changing the mode settings ............................... 34 ­ for camera recording ­ Shooting with backlighting ................................. 41 Using the FADER function .................................. 42 Shooting in the dark (NightShot) ....................... 45 Photo recording .................................................... 46 Using the wide mode function ........................... 48 Using the PROGRAM AE function .................... 50 Superimposing a still picture on a moving picture .................................................................. 52 Recording still pictures successively ................. 53 Replacing a brighter portion of a still picture with a moving picture ....................................... 54 Adding an incidental image to pictures ............ 56 Using slow shutter ................................................ 57 Adding an old movie type atmosphere to pictures ................................................................ 58 Focusing manually ............................................... 59 Enjoying picture effect ......................................... 61 Adjusting the exposure ........................................ 63 Superimposing a title ........................................... 65 Making your own titles ....................................... 67 Re-recording a picture in the middle of a recorded tape (CCD-TRV99E only) ................. 68 Recording with the date/time ............................ 70 Optimizing the recording condition .................. 71 Releasing the STEADY SHOT function ............. 72 ­ for playback/editing ­ Watching on a TV screen ..................................... 72 Enjoying digital effect during playback ............ 76 Searching the boundaries of recorded date (CCD-TRV99E only) .......................................... 77 Returning to a pre-registered position (CCD-TRV99E only) .......................................... 79 Locating the marking position (CCD-TRV99E only) .......................................... 80 Writing the RC time code on a recorded tape (CCD-TRV99E only) .......................................... 85 Editing onto another tape .................................... 87 Recording from a VCR or TV .............................. 88 Additional information Changing the lithium battery in the camcorder ........................................................... 90 Resetting the date and time ................................. 92 Simple setting of clock by time difference ........ 93 Usable cassettes and playback modes ............... 94 Tips for using the battery pack ........................... 96 Maintenance information and precautions ..... 100 Using your camcorder abroad .......................... 106 Trouble check ...................................................... 107 Self-diagnosis display ........................................ 113 Specifications ....................................................... 115 Identifying the parts ........................................... 117 Warning indicators ............................................. 127 Index ..................................................................... 129 3 ........... 5 ... 7 ..... 8 ........................................... 13 ................ 14 .............................................. 17 START/STOP ..................... 19 .. 20 ( ) . 21 ......................... 22 .......... 24 .............................. 26 ........................... 31 ........................................................ 32 ........ 32 ................... 34 ­ ­ ...................... 41 FADER ................... 42 ( ) ......................................... 45 ...................................... 46 ........................................................ 48 PROGRAM AE ..... 50 ........................ 52 ............................................... 53 ................................................................... 54 .................................................... 56 .......... 57 ............................ 58 .................................... 59 .... 61 .............................. 63 ...................................... 65 .... 67 ( CCD-TRV99E) 68 / ............................. 70 .................. 71 STEADY SHOT ........ 72 ­ / ­ ................. 72 ............................ 76 ( CCD-TRV99E) ................................ 77 ( CCD-TRV99E) ................................ 79 ( CCD-TRV99E) ................................ 80 RC ( CCD-TRV99E) ..................... 85 .............................. 87 ..................... 88 ............................................... 90 .......................... 92 ................................... 93 ........................................ 94 ........................................................... 96 ................................... 100 .................................................... 106 ......................... 110 ......................... 114 .................... 116 ................................... 117 ............... 127 .............................. 130 4 Before you begin Using this manual The instructions in this manual are for the two models listed below. Before you start reading this manual and operating the unit, check your model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder. The CCD-TRV99E 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-TRV99E only." As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the camcorder are shown in capital letters. e.g. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. You can hear the beep sound to confirm your operation. . , , , . CCD-TRV99E . . , , " CCD-TRV99E". , , . . POWER CAMERA. . Before you begin Types of differences CCDViewfinder LASER LINK Auto date Index Zero memory RC time code Data Code Date Search/Scan TRV89E B/W -- r -- -- -- -- -- TRV99E colour r -- r r r r r CCD LASER LINK RC TRV89E -- r -- -- -- -- TRV99E r -- r r r r r - / -- 5 Using this manual Note on TV colour systems TV colour systems differ from country to country. To view your recordings on a TV, you need a PAL system-based TV. . , PAL. Precaution on copyright Television programmes, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the copyright laws. , , . . Precautions on camcorder care ·The LCD screen and/or the colour viewfinder are manufactured using high-precision technology. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue or green in colour) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and/or in the viewfinder. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recorded picture in any way. Over 99.99% are operational for effective use. ·Do not let the camcorder get wet. Keep the camcorder away from rain and sea water. Letting the camcorder get wet may cause the unit to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired [a]. ·Never leave the camcorder exposed to temperatures above 60°C (140°F ), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. · / . , / (, ) / . . 99,99% . · . . , , [a]. · 60° (140°F), , , [b]. [a] [b] 6 Checking supplied accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 RMT-717 , . 2 RMT-708 Before you begin or/ 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 122) RMT-717 : CCD-TRV99E RMT-708 : CCD-TRV89E 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Mains lead (1) (p. 9, 32) 3 NP-F330 Battery pack (1) (p. 8, 32) 4 CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p. 90) The lithium battery is already installed in your camcorder. 5 R6 (size AA) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 123) 6 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 73) 7 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 124) 8 Video IR light (1)/Screwdriver (1) CCD-TRV99E only Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, video tape, etc. 1 (1) (. 122) RMT-717 : CCD-TRV99E RMT-708 : CCD-TRV89E 2 . AC-L10A/ L10B/L10C (1), C (1) (. 9, 32) 3 NP-F330 (1) (. 8, 32) 4 CR2025 (1) (. 90) . 5 R6 ( ) (2) (.123) 6 / (1) (. 73) 7 (1) (. 124) 8 (1)/ (1) CCD-TRV99E , , .. 7 Getting started Installing and charging the battery pack Before using your camcorder, you first need to install and charge the battery pack. This camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. cao . "InfoLITHIUM". "InfoLITHIUM" Sony. Installing the battery pack (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) While pressing BATT RELEASE, slide the battery terminal cover in the direction of the arrow. (3) Install the battery pack in the direction of the $ mark on the battery pack. Slide the battery pack down until it catches on the battery release lever and clicks. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder securely. (1) . (2) BATT RELEASE . (3) $ . , . . 1 2 BATT RELEASE 3 Note on the battery pack Do not carry the camcorder by grasping the battery pack. , . 8 Installing and charging the battery pack Charging the battery pack Charge the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration. The battery pack is charged a little in the factory. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the supplied AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack with the plug's 4 mark up. (2) Connect the mains lead to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the mains lead to the mains. (4) Slide the POWER switch to OFF. Remaining battery time is indicated by the minutes on the display window. Charging begins. When the remaining battery indicator becomes i, normal charge is completed. For full charge, which allows you to use the battery longer than usual, leave the battery pack attached for about 1 hour after normal charge is completed until FULL appears in the display window. Before using the camcorder with the battery pack, unplug the AC power adaptor from the DC IN jack of the camcorder. You can also use the battery pack before it is completely charged. cao , . . (1) DC IN ( ) DC IN , 4 . (2) . (3) . (4) POWER OFF. . . ...