©2002 Sony Corporation
Model No. -TRV Model No. AC-
Serial No. Serial No.
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the
serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
3-072-317-14 (1)
Digital
Video Camera Recorder
Video Camera Recorder
DCR-TRV140
DCR-TRV140
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/
TRV608
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Welcome!
Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder/Handycam
Vision
TM
. With your Digital Handycam/Handycam Vision
TM
, you can capture life’s precious
moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Digital Handycam/Handycam
Vision
TM
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.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
For the customers in the
U.S.A. and Canada
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
Lithium-Ion batteries are
recyclable.
You can help preserve our
environment by returning
your used rechargeable
batteries to the collection and
recycling location nearest you.
For more information regarding recycling of
rechargeable batteries, call toll free
1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/.
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking
Lithium-Ion batteries.
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.
Never expose the battery pack to temperatures
above 60°C (140°F) such as in a car parked in
the sun or under direct sunlight.
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CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications
not expressly approved in this manual could void
your authority to operate this equipment.
Note:
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.
The supplied interface cable must be used with the
equipment in order to comply with the limits for a
digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC
Rules.
For the customers in CANADA
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH
WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.
For the customers in the U.S.A.
If you have any questions about this product, you
may call:
Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY
(7669)
The number below is for the FCC related matters
only.
Regulatory Information
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: DCR-TRV140
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics lnc.
Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road,
Oradell, NJ, 07649 U.S.A.
Telephone No.: 201-930-6972
This device complies with Part15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions.: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: CCD-TRV608
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics lnc.
Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road,
Oradell, NJ, 07649 U.S.A.
Telephone No.: 201-930-6972
This device complies with Part15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions.: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Main Features
Taking moving images, and
playing them back
•Recording a picture (p. 23)
•Recording a still image on a tape (p. 40)*
1)
•Playing back a tape (p. 33)
Capturing images on your
computer (CCD-TRV608, DCR-
TRV140 only)
•Viewing images recorded on a tape (p. 97)
•Viewing images live from your camcorder
(p. 97)
Others
Functions to adjust exposure in the
recording mode
•NightShot (p. 29)/
Super NightShot (p. 29)*
1)
/
Color Slow Shutter (p. 29)*
1)
•BACK LIGHT (p. 29)
•PROGRAM AE (p. 50)
•Built-in light (p. 61)*
3)
•Manual exposure (p. 52)
Functions to give images more impact
•Digital zoom (p. 26)
The default settings is set to OFF. (To zoom
greater than 20×, select the digital zoom
power in D ZOOM in the menu settings.)
•FADER (p. 43)
•Tape photo recording (p. 40)*
1)
•Picture effect (p. 64)
•Digital effect (p. 65)*
1)
•TITLE (p. 57)
Function to give a natural appearance to
your recordings
•Manual focus (p. 53)
Functions to use in editing in the recording
mode
•Wide mode (p. 41)
•Date and time (p. 19)*
4)
•ORC [MENU] (p. 109)*
4)
Functions to use after recording
•Data code (p. 35)*
1)
•Zero set memory (p. 67, 96)*
1)
•Digital program editing (p. 83)*
1)
•Easy Dubbing (p. 75)*
4)
•Tape PB ZOOM (p. 66)*
1)
Function to make transition smooth
•END SEARCH (p. 32)
*
1)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
CCD-TRV608, DCR-TRV140 only
*
3)
CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608,
DCR-TRV140 only
*
4)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/
TRV608 only
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Checking supplied accessories
Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder.
1 Wireless Remote Commander (1)
(p. 141)*
1)
RMT-708: CCD-TRV107/TRV408
RMT-814: DCR-TRV140
2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power
adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 14)
3 NP-FM30 battery pack (1) (p. 15, 16, 17)
4 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote
Commander (2) (p. 141)*
1)
Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not
made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc.
5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 38, 72, 73)
Stereo: DCR-TRV140
Monaural: CCD-TRV107/TRV108/
TRV308/TRV408/TRV608
6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 136)
7 Lens cap (1) (p. 23)
8 USB Cable (1) (p. 97)*
2)
9 CD-ROM (SPVD-008 USB Driver) (1)
(p. 98)*
2)
1
2
3
45
6
78
RMT-814 RMT-708
or
Monaural Stereo
*
1)
CCD-TRV107/TRV408, DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
CCD-TRV608, DCR-TRV140 only
9
or
6
Table of contents
Main Features .......................................... 4
Checking supplied accessories.............. 5
Quick Start Guide ............................. 8
Getting started
Using this manual ................................. 10
Step 1 Preparing the power supply ... 13
Installing the battery pack............. 13
Charging the battery pack............. 14
Connecting to a wall outlet ........... 18
Step 2 Setting the date and time ........ 19
Step 3 Inserting a cassette ................... 21
Recording – Basics
Recording a picture............................... 23
Shooting backlit subjects
– BACK LIGHT ........................ 29
Shooting in the dark
– NightShot/
Super NightShot
(DCR-TRV140 only)/
Color Slow Shutter
(DCR-TRV140 only)................. 29
Superimposing the date and time on
pictures
(CCD-TRV107/TRV108/
TRV308/TRV408/
TRV608 only) ............................ 31
Checking the recording
– END SEARCH ............................. 32
Playback – Basics
Playing back a tape ............................... 33
Viewing the recording on TV .............. 38
Advanced Recording Operations
Recording a still image on a tape
– Tape Photo recording
(DCR-TRV140 only) ....................... 40
Using the wide mode ........................... 41
Using the fader function ...................... 43
Using special effects
– Picture effect................................. 46
Using special effects
– Digital effect
(DCR-TRV140 only) ....................... 47
Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 50
Adjusting the exposure manually ...... 52
Focusing manually................................ 53
Interval recording
(DCR-TRV140 only) ....................... 54
Frame by frame recording
– Cut recording
(DCR-TRV140 only) ....................... 56
Superimposing a title ........................... 57
Making your own titles ........................ 59
Using the built-in light
(CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/
TRV608, DCR-TRV140 only)......... 61
Advanced Playback Operations
(DCR-TRV140 only)
Playing back a tape with picture
effects ............................................... 64
Playing back a tape with digital
effects ............................................... 65
Enlarging images recorded on tapes
– Tape PB ZOOM ........................... 66
Quickly locating a scene using the zero
set memory function ...................... 67
Searching a recording by date
– Date search ................................... 68
Searching for a photo
– Photo search/Photo scan ........... 70
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Editing
Dubbing a tape ...................................... 72
Dubbing a tape easily
– Easy Dubbing
(CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/
TRV408/TRV608 only) .................. 75
Dubbing only desired scenes
– Digital program editing
(DCR-TRV140 only) ....................... 83
Recording from video
(DCR-TRV140 only) ....................... 93
Inserting a scene from a VCR
– Insert Editing
(DCR-TRV140 only) ....................... 95
PC Connection
(CCD-TRV608, DCR-TRV140 only)
Viewing images using your computer
– USB Streaming
(Windows users only) .................... 97
Customizing Your Camcorder
Changing the menu settings.............. 105
Troubleshooting
Types of trouble and their
solutions......................................... 113
Self-diagnosis display......................... 118
Warning indicators and messages.... 119
Additional Information
About video cassettes ......................... 121
About the “InfoLITHIUM”
battery pack ................................... 124
About i.LINK ....................................... 126
Using your camcorder abroad .......... 128
Maintenance information and
precautions .................................... 129
Specifications ....................................... 134
Quick Reference
Identifying the parts and controls .... 136
Index ..................................................... 144
Table of contents
Quick Start Guide
8
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 v mark facing up.
Inserting a cassette (p. 21)
Connecting the power cord (p. 18)
Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 13).
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
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Monitoring the playback picture on the LCD
screen (p. 33)
2Press m to rewind
the tape.
3Press N to start
playback.
Note
Do not pick up your camcorder by
the viewfinder, the LCD panel, or the
battery pack.
3Open the LCD panel
while pressing OPEN.
The picture appears
on the LCD screen.
2Set the POWER
switch to CAMERA
while pressing the
small green button.
4Press START/STOP.
Your camcorder
starts recording. To
stop recording, press
START/STOP again.
1Remove 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. 27).
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. 19).
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Recording a picture (p. 23)
PLAY
*
1)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
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— Getting started —
Using this manual
The instructions in this manual are for the six models listed in the table below (p. 11).
Before you start reading this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model
number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder. The DCR-TRV140 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,
“DCR-TRV140 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.
Before using your camcorder (DCR-TRV140 only)
With your digital camcorder, we recommend using Hi8 /Digital8 video
cassettes. Your camcorder records and plays back pictures only in the Digital8
system. You cannot play back tapes recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 (analog)
system.
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.
Copyright precautions (DCR-TRV140 only)
Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the
copyright laws.
Getting started
11
Using this manual
Types of differences
Model name
CCD- DCR-
TRV107 TRV108 TRV308 TRV408 TRV608 TRV140
System Hi8 Hi8 Hi8 Hi8 Hi8 Digital8
Playback Hi8/8 Hi8/8 Hi8/8 Hi8/8 Hi8/8 Digital8
Digital Zoom 450× 460× 460× 560× 560× 560×
LCD screen
6.2 cm 6.2 cm 6.2 cm 6.2 cm 7.5 cm 6.2 cm
(2.5 type) (2.5 type) (2.5 type) (2.5 type) (3 type) (2.5 type)
Buit–in light z — zzzz
Remote sensor z —— z — z
SteadyShot — — zzzz
USB Streaming — — — — zz
VF B.L.
(Viewfinder backlight)
z — zzzz
Date and time zz z zz —
DNR
(Digital Noise
zz z zz —
Reduction)
Easy Dubbing zz z zz —
ORC
(Optimizing the zz z zz —
Recording Condition)
TBC
(Time Base Corrector)
zz z zz —
Data Code — — — — — z
Digital effect — — — — — z
Digital program editing
—— — —— z
DV IN/OUT jack — — — — — z
Frame recording — — — — — z
Hifi SOUND — — — — — z
Interval recording — — — — — z
Super NightShot/
Color Slow Shutter
—— — —— z
Tape Photo recording — — — — — z
Zero set memory — — — — — z
z Provided
— Not provided
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[a] [b]
[c] [d]
Using this manual
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].
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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
V BATT release lever
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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 124 for details of the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.
(1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with
your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the plug’s v mark facing up.
(2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor.
(3) 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.
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.
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Getting started
Step 1 Preparing the power supply
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 adapter 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
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408
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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Step 1 Preparing the power supply
CCD-TRV608
Recording with Recording with
Battery pack the viewfinder the LCD screen
Continuous* Typical** Continuous* Typical**
NP-FM30 (supplied) 165 90 100 55
NP-FM50 265 145 160 90
NP-FM70 540 295 335 185
NP-QM71 640 350 390 215
NP-FM90 820 450 505 275
NP-FM91/QM91 955 525 585 320
DCR-TRV140
Recording with Recording with
Battery pack the viewfinder the LCD screen
Continuous* Typical** Continuous* Typical**
NP-FM30 (supplied) 110 60 85 45
NP-FM50 180 100 140 75
NP-FM70 370 205 295 160
NP-QM71 430 235 340 185
NP-FM90 560 310 450 245
NP-FM91/QM91 645 355 520 285
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
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408
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
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Getting started
Step 1 Preparing the power supply
DCR-TRV140
Battery pack
Playing time Playing time
on LCD screen with LCD closed
NP-FM30 (supplied) 85 115
NP-FM50 140 185
NP-FM70 295 385
NP-QM71 340 445
NP-FM90 450 580
NP-FM91/QM91 520 670
Approximate number of minutes when you use a fully charged battery pack
Approximate cotinuous 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.
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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 v mark 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.
1
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Step 1 Preparing the power supply
19
Getting started
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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CLOCK SET
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END
SETUP MENU
CLOCK SET
USB STREAM USB STREAM USB STREAM
USB STREAMUSB STREAM
LTR SIZE
LANGUAGE
DEMO MODE
SETUP MENU
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––
RETURN
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END
SETUP MENU
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SETUP MENU
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END
RETURN
CLOCK SET
SETUP MENU
[
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END
RETURN
CLOCK SET
LTR SIZE
LANGUAGE
DEMO MODE
CLOCK SET
LTR SIZE
LANGUAGE
DEMO MODE
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LANGUAGE
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LTR SIZE
LANGUAGE
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JAN
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t 1995 T
. . . .
t 2002 T
. . . .
t 2079 T
The year changes as follows:
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To check the preset date and time (CCD-TRV107/TRV108/
TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only)
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.
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. 19). 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
(CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only)
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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Getting started
EJECT
We recommend using Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes.*
1)
When you want to record in the Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassettes.*
2)
(1) Prepare the power supply (p. 13).
(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.
•Your camcorder records pictures in the Digital8 system.*
1)
• The recording time when you use your camcorder is half of the indicated time on Hi8
/Digital8 tape. If you select the LP mode in the menu settings, the recording
time is the 3/4 of the indicated time on Hi8 /Digital8 tape.*
1)
•If you use standard 8 mm tape, be sure to play back the tape on this camcorder.
Mosaic noise may appear when you play back standard 8 mm tape on other
camcorders (including other DCR-TRV140.)*
1)
•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.
*
1)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
Step 3 Inserting a cassette
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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
– Basics
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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. 13 to 22).
(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 camera recording lamp located on the front of your camcorder
lights up. To stop recording, press START/STOP again.
The camera recording lamp lights up in the viewfinder when you record with
the viewfinder.
Microphone (R)*
1)
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. 109). In the LP mode, you can
record 1.5 times*
1)
/twice*
2)
as long as in the SP mode. When you record a tape in the LP
mode on your camcorder, we recommend that you play back the tape on your camcorder.
Microphone (L)
Camera
recording lamp
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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 3 minutes*
1)
/5 minutes*
2)
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
changing 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.
The time code may not be written properly between scenes.*
1)
Recording date and time (DCR-TRV140 only)
The recording date and time are not displayed while recording. However, they are
recorded automatically onto the tape. To display the recording date and time, press
DATA CODE on the Remote Commander during playback.
To set the counter to 0:00:00 (CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only)
Press COUNTER RESET (p. 139).
*
1)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
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.
Recording a picture
180°
90°
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Recording
– Basics
Recording a picture
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.
During recording in the mirror mode
•You cannot operate the ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander.*
1)
•DATE and TIME on your camcorder do not work.*
2)
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.*
2)
*
1)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen
(1) In CAMERA mode, select LCD BRIGHT in in the menu settings (p. 109).
(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. 109).
Even if you adjust the LCD screen backlight
The recorded picture will not be affected.
MENU
1
[
MENU
]
:
END
LCD/VF SET
LCD BRIGHT
LCD B. L.
LCD COLOR
VF B.L.
RETURN
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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, DCR-TRV140 only)
Remove the battery pack from your camcorder to avoid turning on the built-in light
accidentally.
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 grater 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. 106).
The picture quality deteriorates as the picture is processed digitally.
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
the menu settings.
T
W
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Recording
– Basics
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.
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, DCR-TRV140 only)
You can change the brightness of the backlight. Select VF B.L. in the menu settings
(p. 109).
Recording a picture
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Indicators displayed in the recording mode
The indicators are not recorded on tape.
[a] : Remaining battery time indicator
[b] :Format indicator
[c] : Recording mode indicator/
Mirror mode indicator
[d] :STBY/REC indicator
[e] : Time code indicator/
Tape photo recording indicator
[f] : Remaining tape indicator
This appears after you start to record for a while.*
1)
This appears after you insert a cassette and record or play back for a while.*
2)
[g] :Date indicator
This is displayed for five seconds after the POWER switch is set to CAMERA.
[h] :Time indicator
This is displayed for five seconds after the POWER switch is set to CAMERA.
[i] : Hi8 format indicator
This appears while playing back or recording in Hi8 format.
[j] : Tape counter indicator
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.
Time code (DCR-TRV140 only)
The time code indicates the recording or playback time, “0:00:00” (hours:minutes:
seconds) in CAMERA mode and “0:00:00:00” (hours:minutes:seconds:frames) in VCR
mode. You cannot rewrite only the time code.
You cannot reset the time code.
*
1)
DCR-TR140 only
*
2)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
SP
0:00:01
40
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REC
SP
0:00:01
12:05:56
AM
JUL 4 2002
40
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[a][i]
[d][c][j]
[f]
[a][b]
[d][c][e]
[f]
[g]
[h]
Recording a picture
DCR-TRV140 CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/
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Recording
– Basics
NIGHTSHOT
OFF
ON
COLOR SLOW SHUTTER
SUPER NIGHTSHOT
NIGHTSHOT
OFF
ON
Recording a picture
Infrared rays
emitter
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.
Shooting in the dark – NightShot/Super NightShot (DCR-TRV140
only)/Color Slow Shutter (DCR-TRV140 only)
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.
BACK LIGHT
DCR-TRV140 CCD-TRV107/TRV108/
TRV308/TRV408/TRV608
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Recording a picture
Using the Super NightShot (DCR-TRV140 only)
The Super NightShot mode makes subjects up to 16 times brighter than those recorded
in the NightShot mode.
(1) Slide NIGHTSHOT to ON in CAMERA mode. and “NIGHTSHOT”
indicators flash on the screen.
(2) Press SUPER NIGHTSHOT.
and “SUPER NIGHTSHOT” indicators flash
on the screen.
To cancel the Super NightShot mode, press SUPER NIGHTSHOT again.
Using the Color Slow Shutter (DCR-TRV140 only)
The Color Slow Shutter enables you to record color images in a dark place.
(1) Slide NIGHTSHOT to OFF in CAMERA mode.
(2) Press COLOR SLOW SHUTTER.
and ” COLOR SLOW SHUTTER” indicators flash on the screen.
To cancel the Color Slow Shutter, press COLOR SLOW SHUTTER again.
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. 107).
Notes
•Do not use the NightShot function in bright places (ex. outdoors in the daytime). This
may cause your camcorder to malfunction.
•Color Slow Shutter cannot be used in places of absolute (0 lux) darkness.
•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
While using the Super NightShot function or the Color Slow Shutter function, you
cannot use the following functions
(DCR-TRV140 only):
– Fader
– Digital effect
– Exposure
– PROGRAM AE
Shutter speed in the Super NightShot or Color Slow Shutter function
(DCR-TRV140 only)
The shutter speed will be automatically changed depending on the brightness of the
background. The motion of the picture will be slow.
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).
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Recording
– Basics
Recording a picture
Superimposing the date and time on pictures
(CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only)
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. 19).
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.
DATE TIME
CCD-TRV608
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END
SEARCH
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.
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.
If a tape has a blank portion in the recorded portions (DCR-TRV140 only)
The end search function may not work correctly.
Checking the recording – END SEARCH
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Playback
– Basics
— Playback – Basics —
Playing back a tape
You can playback tapes recorded in the Digital8 system.*
1)
You can playback tapes recorded in the Hi8 /Standard 8 mm (analog) system.*
2)
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 VCR*
1)
/PLAYER*
2)
while pressing the small green
button.
(3) Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN.
(4) Press m to rewind the tape.
(5) Press N to 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.*
3)
To stop playback
Press x.
*
1)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
*
3)
CCD-TRV107/TRV408, DCR-TRV140 only
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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*
1)
supplied with your
camcorder.
The indicators appear on the screen.
To make the indicators disappear, press DISPLAY again.
*
1)
CCD-TRV107/TRV408, DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
DCR-TRV140 only
[a] [b]
Playing back a tape
7°
DISPLAY
DISPLAY*
1)
DATA CODE*
2)
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Playback
– Basics
Using the Data Code function (DCR-TRV140 only)
Your camcorder automatically records not only images on the tape but also the
recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) (Data code).
Press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander in the playback mode
The display changes as follows:
date/time t various settings (SteadyShot, exposure AUTO/MANUAL, white balance,
gain, shutter speed, aperture value) t no indicator
To not display the recording date
Set DATA CODE to DATE in the menu settings (p. 110).
The display changes as follows:
date/time t no indicator
Recording data (DCR-TRV140 only)
Recording data is your camcorder’s information when you have recorded. In the
recording mode, the recording data will not be displayed.
When you use data code function, bars (--- -- ---- and --:--:--) appear if: (DCR-TRV140
only)
– A blank section of the tape is being played back.
– The tape is unreadable due to tape damage or noise.
– The tape was recorded by a camcorder without the date and time set.
Data code (DCR-TRV140 only)
When you connect your camcorder to the TV, the data code appears on the TV screen.
Remaining battery time indicator during playback (DCR-TRV140 only)
The indicator indicates the approximate continuous playback time. The indicator may
not be correct, depending on the conditions in which you are playing back. When you
close the LCD panel and open it again, it takes about 1 minute for the correct remaining
battery time to be displayed.
Playing back a tape
[a] : SteadyShot OFF indicator
[b] : Exposure mode indicator
[c] : White balance indicator
[d] : Gain indicator
[e] : Shutter speed indicator
[f] : Aperture value
Date/time Various settings
JUL 4 2002
12:05:56
AM
0:00:23:01
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60 AWB
F1.4
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[c]
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Various playback modes
To operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to VCR*
1)
/PLAYER*
2)
.
To view a still image (playback pause)
Press X during playback. To resume playback, press X or N.
To advance the tape
Press M in the stop mode. To resume normal playback, press N.
To rewind the tape
Press m in the stop mode. To resume normal playback, press N.
To change the playback direction (DCR-TRV140 only)
Press on the Remote Commander during playback to reverse the playback direction.
To resume normal playback, press N.
To locate a scene monitoring the picture (picture search)
Keep pressing m or M during playback. To resume normal playback, release the
button.
To monitor the high-speed picture while advancing or
rewinding the tape (skip scan)
Keep pressing m while rewinding or M while advancing the tape. To resume
rewinding or advancing, release the button.
To view the picture at slow speed (slow playback) (CCD-TRV107/
TRV408, DCR-TRV140 only)
Press y on the Remote Commander during playback.
For slow playback in the reverse direction, press , then press y on the Remote
Commander.*
1)
To resume normal playback, press N.
To view the picture at double speed (DCR-TRV140 only)
Press ×2 on the Remote Commander during playback. For double speed playback in the
reverse direction, press , then press ×2 on the Remote Commander. To resume
normal playback, press N.
To view the picture frame-by-frame (DCR-TRV140 only)
Press C on the Remote Commander in the playback pause mode. For frame-by-frame
playback in the reverse direction, press c. 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.
Playing back a tape
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Playback
– Basics
In the various playback modes
•Sound is muted.
•The previous recording may appear as a mosaic image when playing back.*
1)
When the playback pause mode lasts for 3 minutes*
1)
/5 minutes*
2)
Your camcorder automatically enters the stop mode. To resume playback, press N.
Note on the slow playback mode (DCR-TRV140 only)
The slow playback can be performed smoothly on your camcorder; however, this
function does not work for an output image from the DV IN/OUT jack.
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 (CCD-TRV107/TRV108/
TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only)
Noise may appear during the playback pause mode, slow playback*
3)
or picture search.
When you play back a tape in reverse (CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/
TRV608 only)
Horizontal noise may appear at the center or top and bottom of the screen. This is not a
malfunction.
*
1)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
*
3)
CCD-TRV107/TRV408 only
Playing back a tape
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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. 18). 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.
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608
DCR-TRV140
Viewing the recording on TV
S VIDEO OUT
A/
V OUT
S VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
IN
: Signal flow
Yellow
Red
White
A/V connecting cable
(supplied)
S VIDEO OUT
A/
V OUT
S VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
IN
Yellow
Black
: Signal flow
CCD-TRV608
A/V connecting cable
(supplied)
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Playback
– Basics
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.
If your TV is a monaural type (DCR-TRV140 only)
Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and the
white or the red plug to the audio input jack on the TV. If you connect the white plug,
the sound is L (left) signal. If you connect the red plug, the sound is R (right) signal.
To connect to a TV without Video/Audio input jacks (CCD-TRV107/
TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only)
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 (CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/
TRV608 only)
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. 112). Then press DISPLAY on
your camcorder. To turn off the screen indicators, press DISPLAY on your camcorder
again.
Viewing the recording on TV
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Notes
•During the tape photo recording, you cannot change the mode or setting.
•PHOTO button does not work:
– while the digital effect function is set or in use.
– while the fader function is in use.
•When recording a still image, do not shake your camcorder. Mosaic noise may appear
on the image.
To use the tape photo recording function using the Remote Commander
Press PHOTO on the Remote Commander. Your camcorder records an image on the
screen immediately.
When you use the tape photo recording function during normal CAMERA
recording
You cannot check an image on the screen by pressing PHOTO lightly. Press PHOTO
deeper. The still image is then recorded for about 7 seconds, and your camcorder
returns to the standby mode. During the 7 seconds to record, you cannot shoot another
still image.
– DCR-TRV140 only
You can record a still image like a photograph. This mode is useful when you want to
record an image such as a photograph.
You can record about 510 images in the SP mode and about 765 images in the LP mode
on a tape which can record for 60 minutes in the SP mode.
(1) In the standby mode, keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a still image appears.
The CAPTURE indicator appears. Recording does not start yet.
To change the still image, release PHOTO, select a still image again, and then
press and hold PHOTO lightly.
(2) Press PHOTO deeper.
The still image on the screen is recorded for about seven seconds. The sound
during those seven seconds is also recorded.
The still image is displayed on the screen until recording is completed.
— Advanced Recording Operations —
Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo
recording
PHOTO
PHOTO
1
•••••••
CAPTURE
2
PHOTO
41
Advanced Recording Operations
[b]
CINEMA
[a]
[c]
[f]
[g]
CINEMA
16:9FULL
16:9FULL
[e]
[d]
[h]
– DCR-TRV140
You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE).
Black bands appear on the screen during recording in the 16:9WIDE mode [a]. The
pictures during playing back on a normal TV [b] or a wide-screen TV [c] are compressed
in the widthwise direction. If you set the screen mode of a wide-screen TV to the full
mode, you can watch correctly proportioned images in wide-screen format [d].
In CAMERA mode, set 16:9WIDE to ON in in the menu settings (p. 107).
– CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608
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 a
wide-screen TV to the full mode, you can watch correctly proportioned images in wide-
screen format [h].
Using the wide mode
[a]
[c]
[b]
16:9
WIDE
[d]
16:9WIDE
42
In CAMERA mode, set 16:9WIDE to CINEMA or 16:9FULL in in the menu settings
(p. 107).
To cancel the wide mode
Set 16:9WIDE to OFF in the menu settings.
In the wide mode, you cannot select the following functions:
– Old movie *
1)
– Bounce
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.
Connection for a TV (DCR-TRV140 only)
Pictures recorded in the 16:9WIDE mode automatically appear on the TV screen at full
size when:
– you connect your camcorder to a TV that is compatible with the video ID (ID-1/ID-2)
system.
– you connect your camcorder to the S video jack on the TV.
ID-2 system (DCR-TRV140 only)
The ID-2 system sends a copyright protection signal with ID-1 signals inserted between
video signals when you connect your camcorder to other equipment by the A/V
connecting cable.
In the wide mode (CCD-TRV308/TRV408/TRV608, DCR-TRV140 only)
The SteadyShot function does not work. If you set 16:9WIDE to ON *
1)
/16:9 FULL*
2)
in
the menu settings when the SteadyShot function is working, flashes and the
SteadyShot function does not function.
Date or time indicator (CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only)
When you record in the 16:9FULL mode, the date or time indicator will be widened on
wide-screen TVs.
*
1)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
CCD-TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
Using the wide mode
MENU
43
Advanced Recording Operations
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.
*
1)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
*
2)
Fade in only
*
3)
DCR-TRV140 only
FADER
M.FADER
(mosaic)
BOUNCE
*
2)
OVERLAP *
2)
*
3)
DOT *
2)
*
3)
(random dot)
STRIPE *
1)
WIPE *
2)
*
3)
44
Using the fader function
(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.
(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.
To cancel the fader function
Before pressing START/STOP, press FADER until the indicator disappears.
*
1)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
*
2)
Fade in only
*
3)
DCR-TRV140 only
1
FADER
FADER
t FADER t M.FADER t STRIPE*
1)
t BOUNCE*
2)
t MONOTONE
no indicator T DOT*
2)
*
3)
T WIPE*
2)
*
3)
T OVERLAP*
2)
*
3)
T
45
Advanced Recording Operations
Note (DCR-TRV140 only)
You cannot use the following functions while using the fader function. Also, you cannot
use the fader function while using the following functions:
– Digital effect
– Super NightShot
– Color Slow Shutter
– Tape photo recording
Before operating the overlap, wipe, or dot function
(DCR-TRV140 only)
Your camcorder stores the image on the tape. As the image is being stored, the indicator
flashes quickly, and the image you are shooting disappears from the screen. Depending
on the tape condition, the image may not be recorded clearly.
The date, time indicator and title do not fade in or fade out (CCD-TRV107/TRV108/
TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only)
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
Using the fader function
46
1
MANUAL SET
.
TRAGEN
AIPES
W
&B
EZIRALOS
MILS
HCTERTS
LETSAP
CIASOM
[
MENU
]
:
END
PROGRAM AE
P EFFECT
D EFFECT
AUTO SHTR
RETURN
OFF
MANUAL SET
.
TRAGEN
AIPES
W
&B
EZIRALOS
MILS
HCTERTS
LETSAP
CIASOM
[
MENU
]
:
END
PROGRAM AE
P EFFECT
RETURN
OFF
Using special effects – Picture effect
MENU
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/
TRV308/TRV408/TRV608
DCR-TRV140
You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on the
TV.
NEG. ART [a] : The color and brightness of the image are reversed.
SEPIA : The picture is sepia.
B&W : The picture is monochrome (black-and-white).
SOLARIZE [b] : The light intensity is clearer, and the picture looks like an illustration.
SLIM [c] : The picture expands vertically.
STRETCH [d] : The picture expands horizontally.
PASTEL [e] : The contrast of the picture is emphasized, and the image looks like an
animated cartoon.
MOSAIC [f] : The picture is mosaic.
(1) In CAMERA mode, select P EFFECT in in the menu settings (p. 106).
(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.
While using the picture effect function (DCR-TRV140 only)
You cannot select OLD MOVIE with the digital effect function.
When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG)
Your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode.
47
Advanced Recording Operations
Using special effects – Digital effect
– DCR-TRV140 only
You can add special effects to recorded images using the various digital functions. The
sound is recorded normally.
STILL
You can record a still image so that it is superimposed on a moving image.
FLASH (FLASH MOTION)
You can record still images successively at constant intervals.
LUMI. (LUMINANCEKEY)
You can swap a brighter area in a still image with a moving image.
TRAIL
You can record the image so that an incidental image like a trail is left.
SLOW SHTR (SLOW SHUTTER)
You can slow down the shutter speed. The slow shutter mode is good for recording
dark images more brightly.
OLD MOVIE
You can add an old movie type atmosphere to images. Your camcorder automatically
sets the wide mode to ON, picture effect to SEPIA, and the appropriate shutter speed.
STILL
LUMI.
Still image Moving image
Still image Moving image
48
(1) In CAMERA mode, select D EFFECT in in the menu settings (p. 106).
(2) Select the desired digital effect mode in the menu settings, then press the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial. The indicator lights up and the bars appear. In the STILL
and LUMI. modes, the still image is stored in memory.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the effect as follows:
STILL – The rate of the still image you want to superimpose on the moving
image
FLASH – The interval of flash motion
LUMI. – The color scheme of the area in the still image which is to be
swapped with a moving image
TRAIL – The vanishing time of the incidental image
SLOW SHTR – Shutter speed. The larger the shutter speed number, the
slower the shutter speed.
OLD MOVIE – No adjustment necessary
The more bars there are on the screen, the stronger the digital effect. The bars
appear in the following modes: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL.
To cancel the digital effect function
Set D EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings.
Using special effects – Digital effect
23
1
MANUAL SET
OFF
STI LL
FLASH
TRAI L
SLO
W
SHTR
OLD MOVIE
DEFFECT
[
MENU
]
:
END
LUMI
.
MANUAL SET
DEFFECT
[
MENU
]
:
END
LUMI
.
IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
PEFFECT
PROGRAM AE
DEFFECT
AUTO SHTR
RETURN
MANUAL SET
[
MENU
]
:
END
LUMI
.
IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
MANUAL SET
OFF
STI LL
FLASH
TRAI L
SLO
W
SHTR
OLD MOVIE
DEFFECT
[
MENU
]
:
END
LUMI
.
MENU
49
Advanced Recording Operations
Using special effects – Digital effect
Notes
•The following functions do not work during digital effect function:
– Fader
– Tape photo recording
– Super NightShot
– Color Slow Shutter
•The PROGRAM AE function does not work in the slow shutter mode.
•The following functions do not work in the old movie mode:
– Wide mode
– Picture effect
– PROGRAM AE
When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG)
The digital effect function is automatically canceled.
When recording in the slow shutter mode
Auto focus may not be effective. Focus manually using a tripod.
Shutter speed
Shutter speed number Shutter speed
SLOW SHTR 1 1/30
SLOW SHTR 2 1/15
SLOW SHTR 3 1/8
SLOW SHTR 4 1/4
50
Using the PROGRAM AE function
You can select 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.
51
Advanced Recording Operations
(1) In CAMERA mode, select PROGRAM AE in in the menu settings (p. 106).
(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.
•The following functions do not work in the PROGRAM AE mode:
– Slow shutter*
– Old movie*
– Bounce
– Color Slow Shutter*
•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
*DCR-TRV140 only
Using the PROGRAM AE function
MENU
MANUAL SET
PROGRAM AE
P EFFECT
D EFFECT
AUTO SHTR
RETURN
1
AUTO
PORTRA I T
SPORTS
BEACH&SK I
SUNSETMOON
SPOTL IGHT
LANDSCAPE
[
MENU
]
:
END
52
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
1
2
EXPOSURE
Adjusting the exposure manually
53
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 9 indicator 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
54
Interval recording
– DCR-TRV140 only
You can make a time-lapse recording by setting the camcorder to automatically record
and standby sequentially. You can achieve an excellent recording for flowering,
emergence, etc., with this function.
[a]: Recording time
[b]: Waiting time
[c]: Interval time
(1) In CAMERA mode, press MENU to display the menu in the standby mode.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
, then press the dial.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select INT. REC, then press the dial.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select SET, then press the dial.
(5) Set INTERVAL and REC TIME.
1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select INTERVAL, then press the dial.
2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired interval time, then
press the dial.
The time: 30SEC y 1MIN y 5MIN y 10MIN
3 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select REC TIME, then press the dial.
4 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired recording time, then
press the dial.
The time: 0.5SEC y 1SEC y 1.5SEC y 2SEC
5 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
RETURN, then press the dial.
9 MIN 59 S
10 MIN
10 MIN
9 MIN 59 S
1 S
1 S
[a]
[b]
[c]
2-4
5
1
MENU
[
MENU
]
:
END
CAMERA SET
INT. REC
INTERVAL
REC TIME
RETURN
30
SEC
[
MENU
]
:
END
CAMERA SET
D ZOOM
16
:
9
WIDE
STEADYSHOT
N. S. LIGHT
FRAME REC
INT. REC
RETURN
OFF
[
MENU
]
:
END
CAMERA SET
INT. REC
INTERVAL
REC TIME
RETURN
0.5
SEC
[
MENU
]
:
END
CAMERA SET
INT. REC
INTERVAL
REC TIME
RETURN
30
SEC
1
MIN
5
MIN
10
MIN
[
MENU
]
:
END
CAMERA SET
INT. REC
INTERVAL
REC TIME
RETURN
0.5
SEC
1
SEC
1.5
SEC
2
SEC
[
MENU
]
:
END
CAMERA SET
D ZOOM
16
:
9
WIDE
STEADYSHOT
N. S. LIGHT
FRAME REC
INT. REC
RETURN
ON
OFF
SET
[
MENU
]
:
END
CAMERA SET
D ZOOM
16
:
9
WIDE
STEADYSHOT
N. S. LIGHT
FRAME REC
INT. REC
RETURN
ON
OFF
SET
Example
55
Advanced Recording Operations
Interval recording
(6) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial.
(7) Press MENU to erase the menu display. The interval recording indicator
flashes.
(8) Press START/STOP to start interval recording. The interval recording
indicator lights up.
To cancel the interval recording
Set INT. REC to OFF in the menu settings.
To stop the interval recording momentarily and perform
normal recording
Press START/STOP. You can perform normal recording only once. To cancel the
normal recording, press START/STOP again.
On recording time
There may be a discrepancy in recording time of up to ±6 frames from the selected time.
When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG)
The interval recording function is automatically canceled.
6
MENU
7
INTERVAL
[
MENU
]
:
END
CAMERA SET
D ZOOM
16
:
9
WIDE
STEADYSHOT
N. S. LIGHT
FRAME REC
INT. REC
RETURN
ON
56
Frame by frame recording – Cut recording
– DCR-TRV140 only
You can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect using cut recording. To
create this effect, alternately move the subject a little and make a cut recording. We
recommend that you use a tripod, and operate the camcorder using the Remote
Commander after step 6.
(1) 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 FRAME REC, then press the dial.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial.
(5) Press MENU to erase the menu display.
The FRAM REC indicator lights up.
(6) Press START/STOP to start cut recording. The camcorder makes a recording
for about six frames, and returns to recording standby.
(7) Move the subject, and repeat step 6.
To cancel the cut recording
Set FRAME REC to OFF in the menu settings.
Notes on cut recording
•The last recorded cut is longer than other cuts.
•The proper remaining tape time is not indicated if you use this function continuously.
When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG)
The cut recording function is automatically canceled.
FRAME REC
3
MENU
5
[
MENU
]
:
END
CAMERA SET
D ZOOM
16
:
9
WIDE
STEADYSHOT
N. S. LIGHT
FRAME REC
INT. REC
RETURN
OFF
ON
57
Advanced Recording Operations
Superimposing a title
You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles (p. 59). 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.
1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the color, size, or position, then
press the dial. The item appears.
2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired item, then press the
dial.
3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 until 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.
1
2
3
4
T
I
TLE
SIZE SMALL
VACATION
SIZE LARGE
PRESET TI TLE
HELLO
!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
HAPPY HOL IDAYS
CONGRATULAT IONS
!
OUR S
W
EET BABY
W
EDDING
VACATION
THE END
[
TITLE
]:
END
PRESET TI TLE
HELLO
!
HAPPY B IRTHDAY
HAPPY HOL IDAYS
CONGRATULAT IONS
!
OUR S
W
EET BABY
W
EDDING
VACATION
THE END
[
TITLE
]:
END
PRESET T I TLE
HELLO
!
HAPPY B IRTHDAY
HAPPY HOL IDAYS
CONGRATULAT IONS
!
OUR S
W
EET BABY
W
EDDING
VACATION
THE END
[
TITLE
]:
END
RETURN
PRESET TI TLE
HELLO
!
HAPPY B IRTHDAY
HAPPY HOL IDAYS
CONGRATULAT IONS
!
OUR S
W
EET BABY
W
EDDING
VACATION
THE END
[
TITLE
]:
END
RETURN
VACATION
TITLE
VACATION
TITLE
[
TITLE
]:
END
[
TITLE
]:
END
58
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 (CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only)
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 y YELLOW y VIOLET y RED y CYAN y GREEN y BLUE
•The title size changes as follows:
SMALL y LARGE
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:
1y 2y 3y 4y 5y 6y 7y 8y 9
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 CINEMA mode, you cannot choose
position 8 nor 9.*
1)
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.
If you use the i.LINK cable instead of the A/V connecting cable, you cannot record the
title.*
2)
*
1)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
*
2)
DCR-TRV140 only
Superimposing a title
59
Advanced Recording Operations
Making your own titles
You can make up to two titles and store them in your camcorder. Each title can have up
to 20 characters.
(1) In CAMERA or VCR*
1)
/PLAYER*
2)
mode, press TITLE.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
, then press the dial.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the first line (CUSTOM1 SET) or the
second line (CUSTOM2 SET), then press the dial.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the column of the desired character,
then press the dial.
(5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired character, then press the
dial.
(6) Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you have selected all characters and completed the
title.
(7) To finish making your own titles, turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
[SET], then press the dial. The title is stored in memory.
(8) Press TITLE to make the title menu disappear.
1
2
3
4
6
PRESET T I TLE
HELLO
!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
HAPPY HOL IDAYS
CONGRATULAT IONS
!
OUR S
W
EET BABY
W
EDDING
VACATION
THE END
[
TITLE
]:
END
TITLE SET
CUSTOM1 SET
CUSTOM2 SET
[
TITLE
]:
END
CUSTOM1 SET
TITLE SET
CUSTOM2 SET
[
TITLE
]:
END
RETURN
CUSTOM1 SET
TITLE SET
CUSTOM2 SET
[
TITLE
]:
END
RETURN
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TITLE SET
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P1
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SET
]
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TITLE
]:
END
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TITLE SET
[
TITLE
]:
END
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TITLE SET
[
TITLE
]:
END
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TITLE SET
[
TITLE
]:
END
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TITLE SET
[
TITLE
]:
END
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P2
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SET
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P1
P1
P1
P1
T
I
TLE
*
1)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
60
To change a title you have stored
In step 3, select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET, depending on which title you want
to change, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [C], then press the dial to delete the title. The last character is erased. Enter the
new title as desired.
If you take 3 minutes*
1)
/5 minutes*
2)
or longer to enter characters in the standby
mode while a cassette is in your camcorder
The power automatically turns off. The characters you have entered remain stored in
memory. Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) once, and turn it to CAMERA again,
then proceed from step 1.
We recommend setting the POWER switch to VCR*
1)
/PLAYER*
2)
or removing the
cassette so that your camcorder does not automatically turn off while you are entering
title characters.
If you select [ ]
The menu for selecting alphabet and Russian characters appears. Select [ ] to return
to the previous screen.
To erase a character
Select [C]. The last character is erased.
To enter a space
Select [ Z & ? ! ], then select the blank part.
*
1)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
Making your own titles
61
Advanced Recording Operations
– CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608, DCR-TRV140 only
You can use the built-in light to suit your shooting situation. The recommended
distance between the subject and camcorder is about 1.5 m (5 feet).
Press LIGHT repeatedly until the indicator appears on the screen while your
camcorder is in CAMERA mode. The built-in light turns on.
If you turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), the built-in light turns off
simultaneously. You cannot turn the built-in light on by turning the POWER switch to
CAMERA again. To turn on the built-in light again, press LIGHT again in CAMERA
mode.
To turn off the built-in light
Press LIGHT repeatedly until no indicator appears on the screen.
To turn on the built-in light automatically
Press LIGHT repeatedly until the indicator appears on the screen.
The built-in light automatically turns on and off according to the ambient brightness.
CAUTION
Be careful not to touch the lighting section, because the plastic window and
surrounding surfaces are hot while the light is on. It remains hot for a while after
the light is turned off.
DANGER
Not to be handled by children.
Emits intense heat and light.
Use with caution to reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons.
Do not directly aim the light at persons or materials from less than 1.22 m (4 feet)
during use and until cool.
Turn the built-in light off when not in use.
When you press LIGHT
The indicator changes as follows:
Using the built-in light
LIGHT
t t t no indicator
Built-in light
62
Notes
•The built-in light turns off automatically in the following cases:
– When it stays on in the AUTO mode ( ) for more than 5 minutes
– When you leave it on for more than 5 minutes with no cassette inserted or after the
tape has run out.
To turn the built-in light on again, press LIGHT again.
•The battery pack discharges quickly while the built-in light is turned on. Turn it off
when not in use.
•When you do not use your camcorder, turn the built-in light off and remove the
battery pack to avoid turning on the built-in light accidentally.
•When flickering occurs while shooting in the AUTO mode ( ), press LIGHT
until the indicator appears.
•The built-in light may turn on/off when you use the PROGRAM AE or backlight
function while shooting in the AUTO mode ( ).
•The built-in light may turn off when inserting or ejecting a cassette.
•While the end search function is working, the built-in light is turned off.
•When you use the conversion lens (optional), light from the built-in light is blocked
and may not illuminate the subject properly.
Replacing the bulb
Use the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp (optional). The supplied halogen lamp is not
commercially available. Purchase the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp.
Remove the power source before replacing the bulb.
(1) Remove the built-in light unit while pushing the hole under the built-in light
unit using a wire.
(2) Turn the bulb housing counterclockwise and detach from the built-in light
unit.
(3) Replace the bulb using a dry cloth.
(4) Attach the bulb housing by turning it clockwise, then replace the built-in light
unit.
Using the built-in light
13
4
2
NOTE
Be sure to align the tab with
the groove when inserting.
63
Advanced Recording Operations
CAUTION
•When replacing the bulb, use only the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp (optional) to reduce
the risk of fire.
•To prevent possible burn hazard, disconnect the power source before replacing and
do not touch the bulb until the bulb becomes cool enough to handle (for about 30
minutes or more).
Note
To prevent the bulb from being smudged with finger prints, handle it with a dry cloth,
etc. If the bulb is smudged, wipe it completely.
Using the built-in light
64
— Advanced Playback Operations —
Playing back a tape with picture effects
– DCR-TRV140 only
During playback, you can process a scene using the picture effect functions: NEG. ART,
SEPIA, B&W and SOLARIZE.
(1) In the playback or playback pause mode, select P EFFECT in in the menu
settings (p. 106).
(2) Select the desired mode by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
For details of each picture effect function, see page 46.
To cancel the picture effect function
Set P EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings.
Note
You cannot record pictures that you have processed using the picture effect function
with this camcorder. To record pictures that you have processed using the picture
effect function, record the pictures on the VCR using your camcorder as a player.
Pictures processed by the picture effect function
Pictures processed by the picture effect function are not output through the DV IN/
OUT jack.
When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) or stop playing back
The picture effect function is automatically canceled.
MENU
1
MANUAL SET
.
OFF
NEG ART
SEPIA
B&
W
SOLAR I ZE
PEFFECT
DEFFECT
RETURN
[
MENU
]
:
END
65
Advanced Playback Operations
– DCR-TRV140 only
During playback, you can process a scene using the digital effect functions: STILL,
FLASH, LUMI., and TRAIL.
(1) In the playback or playback pause mode, select D EFFECT in in the menu
settings (p. 106).
(2) Select the desired digital effect mode in the menu settings, then press the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial. The digital effect indicator lights up and the bars appear. In
the STILL or LUMI. mode, the image where you press the SEL/PUSH EXEC
dial is stored in memory as a still image.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the effect.
For details of each digital effect function, see page 47.
To cancel the digital effect function
Set D EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings.
Note
You cannot record images that you have processed using the digital effect function with
this camcorder. To record images that you have processed using the digital effect
function, record the images on the VCR using your camcorder as a player.
Pictures processed by the digital effect function
Pictures processed by the digital effect function are not output through the DV IN/
OUT jack.
When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) or stop playing back
The digital effect function is automatically canceled.
Playing back a tape with digital effects
1
2 3
[
MENU
]
:
END
[
MENU
]
:
END
MANUAL SET
DEFFECT
[
MENU
]
:
END
LUMI
.
IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
[
MENU
]
:
END
LUMI
.
IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
MANUAL SET
D EFFECT
OFF
STILL
FLASH
LUMI.
TRAIL
MANUAL SET
D EFFECT
OFF
STILL
FLASH
LUMI.
TRAIL
MANUAL SET
P EFFECT
D EFFECT
RETURN
MENU
66
– DCR-TRV140 only
You can enlarge moving and still images recorded on tapes.
(1) Press PB ZOOM on your camcorder while you are playing back. The image is
enlarged, and R r appears on the screen.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to move the enlarged image, then press the
dial.
R : The image moves upward.
r : The image moves downward.
T t becomes available.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to move the enlarged image, then press the
dial.
T :The image moves leftward (Turn the dial upward.)
t :The image moves rightward (Turn the dial downward.)
To cancel the Tape PB ZOOM function
Press PB ZOOM.
Note
You cannot record pictures that you have processed using the Tape PB ZOOM function
with this camcorder. To record pictures that you have processed using the Tape PB
ZOOM function, record the pictures on the VCR using your camcorder as a player.
Pictures processed by the Tape PB ZOOM function
Pictures processed by the Tape PB ZOOM function are not output through the DV
IN/OUT jack.
Tape PB ZOOM function is automatically canceled when:
– you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
– you stop playing back.
– you press MENU.
– you press TITLE.
Enlarging images recorded on tapes
– Tape PB ZOOM
2
PB ZOOM
[
EXEC
]
: T t
3
PB ZOOM
[
EXEC
]
: r R
1
PB ZOOM
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Advanced Playback Operations
– DCR-TRV140 only
Your camcorder goes forward or backward to automatically stop at a desired scene
having a counter value of “0:00:00”.
Use the Remote Commander for this operation.
Use this function, for example, to view a desired scene later on during playback.
(1) In the playback mode, press DISPLAY.
(2) Press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander at the point you want
to locate later. The counter shows “0:00:00” and the ZERO SET MEMORY
indicator flashes.
(3) Press x when you want to stop playback.
(4) Press m to rewind the tape to the counter’s zero point. The tape stops
automatically when the counter reaches approximately zero. The ZERO SET
MEMORY indicator disappears and the time code appears.
(5) Press N. Playback starts from the counter’s zero point.
Notes
•When you press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander before rewinding
the tape, the zero set memory function is canceled.
•There may be a discrepancy of several seconds from the time code.
If a tape has a blank portion in the recorded portions
The zero set memory function may not work correctly.
The zero set memory function also in the standby mode
When you insert a scene in the middle of a recorded tape, press ZERO SET MEMORY at
the point you want to end the insertion. Rewind the tape to the insert start point, and
start recording. Recording stops automatically at the tape counter zero point. Your
camcorder returns to the standby mode.
Quickly locating a scene using the zero
set memory function
ZERO SET MEMORY
DISPLAY
DISPLAY
68
– DCR-TRV140 only
You can automatically search for the point where the recording date changes and start
playback from that point (Date search). Use the Remote Commander for this operation.
Use this function to check where recording dates change or to edit the tape at each
recording date.
(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
(2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until the date
search indicator appears.
The indicator changes as follows:
(3) When the current position is [b], press . to search towards [a] or press >
to search towards [c]. Your camcorder automatically starts playback at the
point where the date changes.
Each time you press . or >, the camcorder searches for the previous or
next date.
To stop searching
Press x.
Searching a recording by date
– Date search
[a][b][c]
JUL 5 2002JUL 4 2002 DEC 31 2002
3
2
SEARCH
MODE
DATE
01
SEARCH
DATE
00
SEARCH
T
T
T
T
PHOTO SEARCH
no indicator PHOTO SCAN
DATE SEARCH
69
Advanced Playback Operations
Searching a recording by date – Date search
Note
If one day’s recording is less than 2 minutes, your camcorder may not accurately find
the point where the recording date changes.
If a tape has a blank portion in the recorded portions
The date search function may not work correctly.
70
– DCR-TRV140 only
You can search for the still image recorded on tape (Photo search).
You can also search for still images one after another and display each image for 5
seconds automatically (Photo scan). Use the Remote Commander for these operations.
Searching for a photo
(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
(2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until the photo
search indicator appears.
The indicator changes as follows:
(3) Press . or > to select the photo for playback. Each time you press . or
>, the camcorder searches for the previous or next photo. Your camcorder
automatically starts playback from the photo.
To stop searching
Press x.
Searching for a photo
– Photo search/Photo scan
3
PHOTO
01
SEARCH
2
SEARCH
MODE
PHOTO
00
SEARCH
T
T T
T
PHOTO SEARCH
no indicator
PHOTO SCAN
DATE SEARCH
71
Advanced Playback Operations
Searching for a photo – Photo search/Photo scan
Scanning photo
(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
(2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until the photo
scan indicator appears.
The indicator changes as follows:
(3) Press . or > on the remote commander.
Each photo is played back for about 5 seconds automatically.
To stop scanning
Press x.
If a tape has a blank portion in the recorded portions
The photo search and photo scan functions may not work correctly.
3
2
SEARCH
MODE
PHOTO
00
SCAN
T
T T
T
PHOTO SEARCH
no indicator
PHOTO SCAN
DATE SEARCH
72
Using the A/V connecting cable
Connect your camcorder to the VCR using the A/V connecting cable supplied with
your camcorder.
You can record and edit a picture with the connected VCR by using your camcorder as
a player.
Set DISPLAY to LCD in in the menu settings. (The default setting is set to LCD.)
If you do not make the indicators disappear, they are recorded on tapes.
Make the indicators disappear by pressing the following buttons:
– DISPLAY on your camcorder
– DISPLAY on the Remote Commander*
1)
– DATA CODE/SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander*
2)
(1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, and insert
the recorded tape into your camcorder.
(2) Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE. Refer to the operating instructions
of your VCR for more information.
(3) Set the POWER switch to VCR*
2)
/PLAYER*
3)
.
(4) Play back the recorded tape on your camcorder.
(5) Start recording on the VCR.
Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR for more information.
*
1)
CCD-TRV107/TRV408, DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
3)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608
— Editing —
Dubbing a tape
S VIDEO OUT
A
/
V OUT
S VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
AUDIO
: Signal flow
Yellow
Black
CCD-TRV608
A/V connecting cable
(supplied)
73
Editing
DCR-TRV140
When you have finished dubbing a tape
Press x on both your camcorder and the VCR.
To prevent deterioration of pictures when dubbing
(CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only)
Set EDIT to ON in the menu settings before dubbing.
You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems:
8 mm , Hi8 , Digital8 , VHS , S-VHS , VHSC , S-VHSC ,
Betamax , ED Betamax , mini DV , or DV
If your VCR is a monaural type (DCR-TRV140 only)
Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and the
white or the red plug to the audio input jack on the TV. If you connect the white plug,
the sound is L (left) signal. If you connect the red plug, the sound is R (right) signal.
If your VCR is a stereo type (CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only)
Connect the audio plug of the A/V connecting cable supplied to the left (white) input
jack of your VCR.
If your VCR 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 of both your camcorder and the
VCR.
Dubbing a tape
S VIDEO OUT
A
/
V OUT
S VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
IN
White
Red
Yellow
: Signal flow
A/V connecting cable
(supplied)
74
Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)
(DCR-TRV140 only)
Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) to
DV IN/OUT and to DV IN of the DV products. With digital-to-digital connection,
video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing. You
cannot dub the screen indicators.
(1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, and insert
the recorded tape into your camcorder.
(2) Set the input selector on the VCR to DV IN if it is available. Refer to the
operating instructions of your VCR for more information.
(3) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
(4) Play back the recorded tape on your camcorder.
(5) Start recording on the VCR.
Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR for more information.
When you have finished dubbing a tape
Press x on both your camcorder and the VCR.
You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable).
See page 126 for more information about i.LINK.
The following functions do not work during digital editing :
– Picture effect
– Digital effect
– PB ZOOM
If you record a playback pause picture via the DV IN/OUT jack
The recorded picture becomes rough. Also, when you play back recorded pictures on
other video equipment, the picture may jitter.
Dubbing a tape
S VIDEO
DV
DV IN
DV IN/OUT
: Signal flow
i.LINK cable
(DV connecting cable) (optional)
75
Editing
Dubbing a tape easily – Easy Dubbing
– CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
VCR operation for dubbing can be controlled easily by using your camcorder
when the VCR is connected.
You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles stored in your camcorder
as instructed in “Making your own titles” (p. 59). Select the desired color, size, and
background color of titles.
Using the Easy Dubbing function
Step 1 Connecting the VCR (p. 75).
Step 2 Setting the VCR to operate with your camcorder (p. 76 to 79).
Step 3 Selecting the title (p. 80).
Step 4 Selecting the dubbing mode (p. 81).
Step 5 Performing Easy Dubbing (p. 82).
If you dub using the same VCR again, you can skip step 2.
If you do not need to put in a title, you can skip step 3.
Step 1: Connecting the VCR
Connect the devices as illustrated in page 72.
You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems:
8 mm , Hi8 , Digital8 , VHS , S-VHS , VHSC , S-VHSC ,
Betamax , ED Betamax , mini DV , or DV
If your VCR 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 of both your camcorder and the
VCR.
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1
C
A
M
E
R
A
P
L
A
Y
E
R
O
F
F
(
C
H
G
)
P
O
W
E
R
EASY DUBBING
EASY DUBBING
START
TIT LE SEL
MODE SEL
SETUP
00:00:0
EASY DUBBING
SETUP
IR SETUP
PAUSE MODE
I R TEST
RETURN
NORMAL
NORMAL
NORMAL
3
3
4
5
00:00:0
EASY DUBBING
SETUP
I R SETUP
PAUSE MODE
I R TEST
RETURN
PAUSE
REC
PB
00:00:0
[
EA SY
]:
END
BUD
[
EA SY
]:
END
BUD
[
EA SY
]:
END
BUD
Dubbing a tape easily – Easy Dubbing
Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with your camcorder
You can control the VCR by wireless remote control.
(1) Setting the modes to cancel recording pause on the VCR
1 Set the POWER switch to PLAYER on your camcorder.
2 Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set the input selector to LINE.
When you connect a video camera recorder, set its power switch to VTR/
VCR.
3 Press EASY DUBBING to display the menu.
4 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select SETUP, then press the dial.
5 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PAUSE MODE, then press the
dial.
6 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the mode to cancel recording
pause on the VCR, then press the dial.
Buttons for canceling recording pause on the VCR
The buttons vary depending on your VCR. To cancel recording pause:
– Select PAUSE if the button to cancel recording pause is X.
– Select REC if the button to cancel recording pause is z.
– Select PB if the button to cancel recording pause is N.
CCD-TRV608
77
Editing
EASY DUBBING
SETUP
I R SETUP
PAUSE MODE
IR TEST
RETURN
3
00:00:0
EASY DUBBING
SETUP
I R SETUP
PAUSE MODE
IR TEST
RETURN
3
00:00:0
NORMAL
NORMAL
1
[
EASY DUB
]:
END
[
EASY DUB
]:
END
Dubbing a tape easily – Easy Dubbing
(2) Setting the IR SETUP code
1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IR SETUP, then press the dial.
2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the IR SETUP code of your VCR,
then press the dial.
Check the code in “About the IR SETUP code” (p. 78).
CCD-TRV608
78
Dubbing a tape easily – Easy Dubbing
* TV/VCR component
Note on IR SETUP code
The Easy Dubbing is not possible if the VCR does not support IR SETUP codes.
Brand IR SETUP code
Sony 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Admiral (M. Wards) 89
Aiwa 80, 47, 54
Akai 49, 51
Audio Dynamic 21, 35
Bell&Howell (M. Wards)
36
Brocsonic 70, 82, 21
Canon 77, 78
Citizen 47
Craig 73, 47
Curtis Mathis 8, 80, 77
Daewoo 26, 40, 77
DBX 21, 33, 35
Dimensia 8
Emerson 26, 82, 59, 48, 70, 81, 80
Fisher 36, 45, 37, 44
Funai 80
General Electric 8, 77, 32*, 94*, 101
Goldstar/LG 47
GO VIDEO 71
Hitachi 78, 8, 42
HQ 40
Instant Replay 77, 78
JC Penny 77, 42, 8, 36, 21, 33, 35
JVC 21, 12, 13, 14, 33, 35
Kenwood 21, 33, 47, 35
LXI (Sears) 80, 47, 42, 44, 45, 36, 37, 49
Magnavox 83, 78, 77, 17
Marantz 21, 33, 35
Marta 47
Memorex 77, 37
Minolta 42, 8
About the IR SETUP code
The IR SETUP code is stored in the memory of your camcorder. Be sure to set the
correct code depending on your VCR. The default setting is Code number 3.
Brand IR SETUP code
Mitsubishi/MGA 28, 22, 23, 24, 29
Multitech 23, 80, 32
NEC 21, 33, 35
Olympic 77, 78
Optimus 22
Orion 60
Panasonic 16, 17, 78, 77
Pentax 42, 8
Philco 78, 77, 26, 70
Philips 47, 83, 78, 77
Pioneer 78
Quasar 78, 77, 16, 17, 6
RCA/PROSCAN 8, 42, 16, 77, 83, 7, 40, 41, 78, 78*,
101
Realistic 77, 36, 88, 37, 22, 80
Sansui 21
Singer 73
Samsung 94, 41, 32, 24, 32*, 94*, 24*
Sanyo 36, 37, 26, 36, 47
Scott 40, 41, 32, 37, 28, 22, 23, 24
Sharp 89, 88
Shintom 73
Signature 2000 (M. Wards)
80, 89
Sylvania 83, 78, 77, 80
Symphonic 80
Tashiro 47
Tatung 21, 33, 35
Teac 21, 33, 80, 35
Technics 77, 78
Toshiba 40, 7, 49
Wards 89, 88, 37, 95, 47
Yamaha 36, 21, 33, 35
Zenith 95
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EASY DUBBING
SETUP
I R SETUP
PAUSE MODE
IR TEST
RETURN
READY
00:00:0
EASY DUBBING
SETUP
I R SETUP
PAUSE MODE
IR TEST
RETURN
ENGAGE
REC PAUSE
RETURN
EXECUTE
00:00:0
NORMAL
NORMAL
2
[
EASY DUB
]:
END
[
EASY DUB
]:
END
(4) Confirming the VCR operation
1 Insert a recordable tape into the VCR, then set to recording pause.
2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IR TEST, then press the dial.
3 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.
If the VCR starts recording, the setting is correct.
When finished, the indicator changes to COMPLETE.
(3) Setting your camcorder and the VCR to face each other
Locate the Infrared rays emitter of your camcorder and face it towards the remote
sensor of the VCR.
Set the devices about 30 cm (12 in.) apart, and remove any obstacles between the
devices.
When the VCR does not operate correctly
•After checking the code in “About the IR SETUP code”, set IR SETUP or
PAUSE MODE again.
•Place your camcorder at least 30 cm (12 in.) away from the VCR.
•Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR.
Dubbing a tape easily – Easy Dubbing
CCD-TRV608
Remote sensor
Infrared rays emitter
A/V connecting cable (supplied)
CCD-TRV608
80
Step 3: Selecting the title
You can select title, color, size, and background color.
CUSTOM1 and CUSTOM2 are custom titles stored in your camcorder as instructed in
“Making your own titles”.(p. 59)
HELLO!
(1) Press EASY DUBBING to display the menu.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TITLE SEL, then press the dial.
(3) Select the desired title in the menu settings, then press the dial. The title is
displayed.
(4) Change the color, size, or background color, if necessary.
1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the color, size, or background
color, then press the dial. The item appears.
2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired item, then press the dial.
3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 until the title is laid out as desired.
4 Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial again to complete the setting.
2
3
4
SIZE
SMAL L
HELLO!
SIZE
LARGE
HELLO
!
HAPPY B IRTHDAY
HAPPY HOL IDAYS
CONGRATULAT IONS
!
OUR S
W
EET BABY
HELLO!
TITLE
HELLO!
TITLE
BBINGUDYSAE
BBINGUDYSAE
BBINGUDYSAE
BBINGUDYSAE
EASY DUBBING
START
TITLE SEL
MODE SEL
SET UP
OFF
NORMAL
00:00:0
EASY DUBBING
TITLE SEL
OFF
00:00:0
00:00:0
00:00:0
00:00:0
!
OLLEH
YADHTRIBYPPAH
SYADILOHYPPAH
!
SNOITALUTARGNOC
OUR S
W
EET BABY
EASY DUBBING
TITLE SEL
OFF
00:00:0
[
EASY DUB
]:
END
[
EASY DUB
]:
END
[
EASY DUB
]:
END
[
EASY DUB
]:
END
[
EASY DUB
]:
END
00:00:0
Note
You can put a title only into the tape of the VCR.
Title setting
•The title color changes as follows:
WHITE y YELLOW y VIOLET y RED y CYAN y GREEN y BLUE
•The title size changes as follows:
SMALL y LARGE
•The background color changes as follows:
FADE y WHITE y YELLOW y VIOLET y RED y CYAN y GREEN y
BLUE y BLACK
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CCD-TRV608
EASY DUBBING
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EASY DUBBING
START
TITLE SEL
MODE SEL
SET UP
00:00:0
EASY DUBBING
START
TITLE SEL
MODE SEL
SET UP
00:00:0
NORMAL
NORMAL
NORMAL
NORMAL
PREVIEW
[
EASY DUB
]:
END
[
EASY DUB
]:
END
1
Step 4: Selecting the dubbing mode
You can choose either normal recording (NORMAL) or interval recording (PREVIEW).
(1) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select MODE SEL, then press the dial.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the mode to dub, then press the dial.
– NORMAL: you can record into the VCR normally.
– PREVIEW: you can make a time-lapse dubbing by setting the camcorder to
automatically playback and standby sequentially.
[a]: Recording (VCR)
[b]: Waiting time (VCR)
[c]: Playback time (camcorder)
25 s
30 s 30 s
25 s
5 s
5 s
[a]
[b]
[c]
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CCD-TRV608
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Step 5: Performing Easy Dubbing
Make sure that your camcorder and VCR are connected, and that the VCR is set to
recording pause.
When you use a video camera recorder, set its POWER switch to VTR/VCR. Set the
POWER switch of your camcorder to PLAYER.
(1) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select START, then press the dial.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.
When dubbing ends, your camcorder and VCR stop automatically.
To stop dubbing during editing
Press x on your camcorder.
To quit the Easy Dubbing function
Your camcorder stops when dubbing is complete. Then the display returns to START in
the menu settings.
Press EASY DUBBING to quit the Easy Dubbing function.
Note
If you set the background color to FADE in Step 3, the picture may not appear properly
depending on the connected VCR.
You cannot record on the VCR when:
– The tape has run out.
– The write-protect tab is set to expose the red mark.
– The IR SETUP code is not correct.
– The button used to cancel recording pause is not correct.
NOT READY appears on the screen when:
START is not carried out.
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83
Editing
– DCR-TRV140 only
You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto a tape without operating
the VCR.
Scenes can be selected by frame. You can set up to 20 programs.
Before operating the Digital program editing function
Step 1 Connecting the VCR (p. 83).
Step 2 Setting the VCR for operation (p. 84 to 87).
Step 3 Adjusting the synchronization of the VCR (p. 88).
When you dub using the same VCR again, you can skip steps 2 and 3.
Using the Digital program editing function
Operation 1 Making the program (p. 90).
Operation 2 Performing Digital program editing (dubbing a tape) (p. 91).
Step 1: Connecting the VCR
You can connect both the A/V connecting cable and the i.LINK cable (DV connecting
cable).
When you use the A/V connecting cable, connect the devices as illustrated in page 73.
When you use the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable), connect the devices as illustrated
in page 74.
Dubbing only desired scenes
– Digital program editing
Unwanted scene Unwanted scene
Switch the order
84
Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the A/V connecting cable
To edit using the VCR, send the control signal by infrared rays to the remote sensor on
the VCR.
When you connect using the A/V connecting cable supplied, follow steps (1) to (4)
below, to send the control signal correctly.
(1) Set the IR SETUP code
1 Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.
2 Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set the input selector to LINE.
When you connect a video camera recorder, set its power switch to VCR/
VTR.
3 Press MENU to display the menu.
4 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
, then press the dial.
5 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT, then press the dial.
6 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EDIT SET, then press the dial.
7 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CONTROL, then press the dial.
8 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IR, then press the dial.
9 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IR SETUP, then press the dial.
0 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the IR SETUP code number of
your VCR, then press the dial.
Check the code in “About the IR SETUP code” (p. 78).
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4
6-10
5
1
3
MENU
C
A
M
E
R
A
V
C
R
O
F
F
(
C
H
G
)
PO
W
ER
OTHERS
BEEP
COMMANDER
DISPLAY
VIDEO EDIT
[
MENU
]
:
END
MELODY
RETURN
MARK
UNDO
ERASE ALL
START
TOTAL
SCENE
1
IN
0
VIDEO EDIT
[
MENU
]
:
END
EDIT SET
[
MENU
]
:
END
VIDEO EDIT
EDIT SET
CONTROL
ADJ TEST
"CUT- I N"
"CUT-OUT"
IR SETUP
PAUSEMODE
IR TEST
RETURN
0:00:00:00
0:00:00:00
0:00:00:00
MARK
UNDO
ERASE ALL
START
TOTAL
SCENE
IR
0
VIDEO EDIT
[
MENU
]
:
END
EDIT SET
0:00:00:00
0:00:00:00
[
MENU
]
:
END
VIDEO EDIT
EDIT SET
CONTROL
ADJ TEST
"CUT- I N"
"CUT-OUT"
IR SETUP
PAUSEMODE
IR TEST
RETURN
3
0:00:00:00
[
MENU
]
:
END
VIDEO EDIT
EDIT SET
CONTROL
ADJ TEST
"CUT- I N"
"CUT-OUT"
IR SETUP
PAUSEMODE
IR TEST
RETURN
3
0:00:00:00
IR
iLINK
.
85
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Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing
(2) Setting the modes to cancel recording pause on the VCR
1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PAUSEMODE, then press the dial.
2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the mode to cancel recording
pause on the VCR, then press the dial.
The buttons to cancel recording pause on the VCR
The buttons vary depending on your VCR. To cancel recording pause:
– Select PAUSE if the button to cancel recording pause is X.
– Select REC if the button to cancel recording pause is z.
– Select PB if the button to cancel recording pause is N.
(3) Setting your camcorder and the VCR to face each other
Locate the infrared rays emitter of your camcorder and face it towards the remote
sensor of the VCR.
Set the devices about 30 cm (12 in.) apart, and remove any obstacles between the
devices.
12
EDI T SET
CONTROL
ADJ TEST
”
CUT
-
IN
”
”
CUT
-
OUT
”
IR SETUP
PAUSEMODE
IR TEST
PAUSE
RETURN
[
MENU
]
:
END
EDI T SET
CONTROL
ADJ TEST
”
CUT
-
IN
”
”
CUT
-
OUT
”
IR SETUP
PAUSEMODE
IR TEST
PAUSE
RETURN
[
MENU
]
:
END
VIDEO EDITVIDEO EDIT
REC
PB
0:00:00:000:00:00:00
Remote sensor
Infrared rays emitter
A/V connecting cable (supplied)
86
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing
(4)Confirming the VCR operation
1 Insert a recordable tape into the VCR, then set to recording pause.
2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IR TEST, then press the dial.
3 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.
If the VCR starts recording, the setting is correct.
When finished, the indicator changes to COMPLETE.
When the VCR does not operate correctly
•After checking the code in “About the IR SETUP code”, set the IR SETUP or the
PAUSEMODE again.
•Place your camcorder at least 30 cm (12 in.) away from the VCR.
•Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR.
23
[
MENU
]
:
END
VIDEO EDIT
EDIT SET
CONTROL
ADJ TEST
"CUT- I N"
"CUT-OUT"
IR SETUP
PAUSEMODE
IR TEST
RETURN
COMPLETE
0:00:00:00
[
MENU
]
:
END
VIDEO EDIT
EDIT SET
CONTROL
ADJ TEST
"CUT- I N"
"CUT-OUT"
IR SETUP
PAUSEMODE
IR TEST
RETURN
RETURN
EXECUTE
ENGAGE
REC PAUSE
0:00:00:00
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4
6-8
5
1
3
MENU
C
A
M
E
R
A
V
C
R
O
F
F
(
C
H
G
)
POWER
OTHERS
BEEP
COMMANDER
DISPLAY
VIDEO EDIT
[
MENU
]
:
END
MELODY
RETURN
MARK
UNDO
ERASE ALL
START
TOTAL
SCENE
1
IN
0
VIDEO EDIT
[
MENU
]
:
END
EDIT SET
[
MENU
]
:
END
VIDEO EDIT
EDIT SET
CONTROL
ADJ TEST
"CUT- I N"
"CUT-OUT"
IR SETUP
PAUSEMODE
IR TEST
RETURN
0:00:00:00
0:00:00:00
0:00:00:00
MARK
UNDO
ERASE ALL
START
TOTAL
SCENE
IR
0
VIDEO EDIT
[
MENU
]
:
END
EDIT SET
0:00:00:00
0:00:00:00
[
MENU
]
:
END
VIDEO EDIT
EDIT SET
CONTROL
ADJ TEST
"CUT- I N"
"CUT-OUT"
IR SETUP
PAUSEMODE
IR TEST
RETURN
0:00:00:00
[
MENU
]
:
END
VIDEO EDIT
EDIT SET
CONTROL
ADJ TEST
"CUT- I N"
"CUT-OUT"
IR SETUP
PAUSEMODE
IR TEST
RETURN
0:00:00:00
IR
iLINK
.
IR
iLINK
i.LINK
.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing
Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the i.LINK cable
(DV connecting cable)
When you connect using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional), follow the
procedure below.
(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder .
(2) Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set the input selector to DV
input.
When you connect a digital video camera recorder, set its POWER switch to
VCR/VTR.
(3) Press MENU to display the menu.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
, then press the dial.
(5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT, then press the dial.
(6) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EDIT SET, then press the dial.
(7) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CONTROL, then press the dial.
(8) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select i.LINK, then press the dial.
88
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing
Step 3: Adjusting the synchronization of the VCR
You can adjust the synchronization of your camcorder and the VCR. Have a pen and
paper ready for notes. Before operation, eject the cassette from your camcorder.
(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.
(2) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, then set
to recording pause.
When you select i.LINK in CONTROL, you do not need to set to recording
pause.
(3) Press MENU to display the menu.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
, then press the dial.
(5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT, then press the dial.
(6) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EDIT SET, then press the dial.
(7) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ADJ TEST, then press the dial.
(8) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.
IN and OUT are recorded on an image for 5 times each to calculate the
numerical values for adjusting the synchronization.
The EXECUTING indicator flashes on the screen. When finished, the
indicator changes to COMPLETE.
(9) Rewind the tape in the VCR, then start slow playback.
Take a note of the opening numerical value for each IN and the closing
numerical value for each OUT.
(10) Calculate the average of all the opening numerical values for each IN, and the
average of all the closing numerical values for each OUT.
(11) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select “CUT-IN”, then press the dial.
(12) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the average numerical value of IN,
then press the dial.
The calculated start position for recording is set.
(13) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select “CUT-OUT”, then press the dial.
(14) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the average numerical value of OUT,
then press the dial.
The calculated stop position for recording is set.
(15) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
RETURN, then press the dial.
89
Editing
7,8
11
13
EDI T SET
ADJ TEST
RETURN
EXECUTE
[
MENU
]
:
END
VIDEO EDIT
”
CUT
-
IN
”
”
CUT
-
OUT
”
IR SETUP
PAUSEMODE
IR TEST
RETURN
CONTROL
EDI T SET
ADJ TEST
EXECUT ING
No .
2
IN
+
215
[
MENU
]
:
END
.
”
CUT
-
IN
”
”
CUT
-
OUT
”
IR SETUP
PAUSEMODE
IR TEST
RETURN
VIDEO EDIT
0:00:00:00
CONTROL
EDI T SET
ADJ TEST
COMPLETE
[
MENU
]
:
END
EDI T SET
CONTROL
ADJ TEST
”
CUT
-
IN
”
”
CUT
-
OUT
”
IR SETUP
PAUSEMODE
IR TEST
0
RETURN
[
MENU
]
:
END
EDI T SET
CONTROL
ADJ TEST
”
CUT
-
IN
”
”
CUT
-
OUT
”
IR SETUP
PAUSEMODE
IR TEST
0
RETURN
[
MENU
]
:
END
”
CUT
-
IN
”
”
CUT
-
OUT
”
IR SETUP
PAUSEMODE
IR TEST
RETURN
EDI T SET
CONTROL
ADJ TEST
”
CUT
-
IN
”
”
CUT
-
OUT
”
IR SETUP
PAUSEMODE
IR TEST
0
RETURN
[
MENU
]
:
END
EDI T SET
CONTROL
ADJ TEST
”
CUT
-
IN
”
”
CUT
-
OUT
”
IR SETUP
PAUSEMODE
IR TEST
0
RETURN
[
MENU
]
:
END
VIDEO EDIT
VIDEO EDIT
VIDEO EDIT
VIDEO EDIT
VIDEO EDIT
0:00:00:00
0:00:00:00
0:00:00:00
0:00:00:00
0:00:00:00
0:00:00:00
CONTROL
Notes
•When you connect with the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable), you may not be able
to operate the dubbing function correctly, depending on the VCR.
Set CONTROL to IR in the menu settings of your camcorder .
•When you complete step 3, the image to adjust the synchronization is recorded for
about 50 seconds.
•If you start recording from the very beginning of the tape, the first few seconds of the
tape may not record properly. Be sure to allow about 10 seconds of lead before
starting the recording.
If you connect using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)
With a digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital
format for high-quality editing.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing
90
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing
Operation 1: Making the program
(1) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder, and insert a tape for
recording into the VCR.
(2) Press MENU to display the menu.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
, then press the dial.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT, then press the dial.
(5) Search for the beginning of the first scene you want to insert using the video
operation buttons, then pause playback.
(6) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
The IN point of the first program is set, and the top part of the program mark
changes to light blue.
(7) Search for the end of the first scene you want to insert using the video
operation buttons, then pause playback.
(8) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
The OUT point of the first program is set, then the bottom part of the program
mark changes to light blue.
(9) Set the program by repeating steps 5 to 8.
When the program is set, the program mark changes to light blue.
You can set a maximum of 20 programs.
6,8,9
5,7
4
STOP
REW
PLAY FF
PAUSE
REC
OTHERS
READY
BEEP
COMMANDER
DISPLAY
VIDEO EDIT
[
MENU
]
:
END
MARK
UNDO
ERASE ALL
START
TOTAL
SCENE
1
IN
0
:
32
:
30
:
14
0
:
00
:
00
:
00
0
VIDEO EDIT
[
MENU
]
:
END
MARK
UNDO
ERASE ALL
START
TOTAL
SCENE
1
OUT
0
:
08
:
55
:
06
0
:
00
:
00
:
00
0
VIDEO EDIT
[
MENU
]
:
END
MARK
UNDO
ERASE ALL
START
TOTAL
SCENE
2
IN
0
:
09
:
07
:
06
0
:
00
:
12
:
13
1
VIDEO EDIT
[
MENU
]
:
END
MARK
UNDO
ERASE ALL
START
TOTAL
SCENE
4
IN
0
:
10
:
01
:
23
0
:
00
:
47
:
12
3
VIDEO EDIT
[
MENU
]
:
END
RETURN
EDI T SET
EDI T SET
EDI T SET
EDI T SET
91
Editing
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing
Erasing the program you have set
Erase OUT first and then IN from the last set program.
(1) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select UNDO, then press the dial.
The last set program mark flashes.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.
The program mark is cleared and the setting is canceled.
To cancel erasing
Select RETURN in step 2.
Erasing all programs
(1) Select VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ERASE ALL, then press the dial.
All the program marks flash.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.
The program marks are cleared and the settings are canceled.
To cancel erasing all programs
Select RETURN in step 3.
To cancel a program you have set
Press MENU.
The program is stored in memory until the tape is ejected.
Note
You cannot operate recording during Digital program editing.
On a blank portion of the tape
You cannot set IN or OUT on a blank portion of the tape.
If there is a blank portion between IN and OUT on the tape
The total time code may not be displayed correctly.
Operation 2: Performing Digital program editing (Dubbing a tape)
Make sure that your camcorder and VCR are connected, and that the VCR is set to
recording pause. This procedure is not necessary when you use the i.LINK cable (DV
connecting cable).
When you use a digital video camera recorder, set its POWER switch to VCR/VTR.
(1) Select VIDEO EDIT. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select START, then
press the dial.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.
Search for the beginning of the first program, then start dubbing.
The program mark flashes.
The SEARCH indicator appears during a search, and the EDITING indicator
appears during editing on the screen.
The program mark changes to light blue after dubbing is complete.
When dubbing ends, your camcorder and VCR stop automatically.
92
To stop dubbing during editing
Press x on your camcorder.
To quit the Digital program editing function
Your camcorder stops when dubbing is complete. Then the display returns to VIDEO
EDIT in the menu settings.
Press MENU to quit the Digital program editing function.
You cannot record on the VCR when:
– The tape has run out.
– The write-protect tab on the cassette is set to lock.
– The IR SETUP code is not correct. (when IR is selected)
– The button to cancel recording pause is not correct. (when IR is selected)
NOT READY appears on the LCD screen when:
– The program to operate Digital program editing has not yet been made.
– i.LINK is selected but the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) is not connected.
– The power of the connected VCR is not turned on. (when you set i.LINK.)
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93
Editing
– DCR-TRV140 only
You can record a tape from a VCR that has DV outputs. Use your camcorder as a
recorder.
Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) to
DV IN/OUT and to DV OUT of the DV products. With digital-to-digital connection,
video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing.
You cannot take a picture in when you connect your camcorder with other than the
i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable).
Before operation
Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings (the default setting is LCD). Only SP mode is
available.
(1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder,
and insert the recorded tape into the VCR.
(2) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.
(3) Press z REC and the button on its right simultaneously on your camcorder,
then immediately press X on your camcorder.
(4) Press N on the VCR to start playback.
The picture from a TV or VCR appears on the screen.
(5) Press X on your camcorder at the scene where you want to start recording from.
S VIDEO LANC
DV
3,4,5
STOP
REW
PLAY FF
PAUSE
REC
DV OUT
DV IN/OUT
: Signal flow
i.LINK cable
(DV connecting cable) (optional)
Recording from video
When you have finished dubbing a tape
Press x on both your camcorder and the VCR.
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You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable).
During digital editing
The color of the display may be uneven. However, this does not affect the dubbed
picture.
If you record a playback pause picture with the DV IN/OUT jack
The recorded picture becomes rough. And when you play back the picture using your
camcorder, the picture may jitter.
Before recording
Make sure if the DV IN indicator appears on the screen by pressing DISPLAY. The DV
IN indicator may appear on both equipment.
Recording from video
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Editing
Inserting a scene from a VCR
– Insert Editing
– DCR-TRV140 only
You can insert a new scene from a VCR onto your originally recorded tape using the
i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) by specifying the insert start and end
points.
Use the Remote Commander for this operation.
Connections are the same as in “Recording from video” on page 93. Insert a cassette
containing the desired scene into the VCR.
This function is not available when the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) is not used.
[A]: A tape that contains the scene to be inserted
[B]: A tape before editing
[C]: A tape after editing
[a]
[b]
[c]
[A]
[B]
[C]
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To change the insert end point
Press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander again after step 5 to erase the
ZERO SET MEMORY indicator and begin from step 3.
Note
The picture and sound recorded on the section between the insert start and end points
will be erased when you insert the new scene.
When the inserted picture is played back
The picture may be distorted at the end of the inserted section. This is not a
malfunction.
To insert a scene without setting the insert end point
Skip step 3 and 4. Press x when you want to stop inserting.
Inserting a scene from a VCR – Insert Editing
(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
(2) On the VCR, locate just before the insert start point [a], then press X to set the
VCR to the playback pause mode.
(3) On your camcorder, locate the insert end point [c] by pressing m or M.
Then press X to set it to the playback pause mode.
(4) Press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander. The ZERO SET
MEMORY indicator flashes and the end point of the insert is stored in
memory.
(5) On your camcorder, locate the insert start point [b] by pressing m, then press
z REC and the button on its right simultaneously to set your camcorder to the
recording pause mode.
(6) First press X on the VCR, and after a few seconds press X on your camcorder
to start inserting the new scene.
Inserting automatically stops near the zero point on the counter. Your
camcorder automatically stops. The end point [c] of the insert stored in
memory is canceled.
4
0:00:00
ZERO SET
MEMORY
ZERO SET
MEMORY
5
REC
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PC Connection
— PC Connection —
Viewing images using your computer
– USB Streaming (Windows users only)
– CCD-TRV608, DCR-TRV140 only
If you connect your camcorder and computer by the supplied USB cable, you can view
images live from your camcorder and images recorded on a tape on your computer.
Furthermore, if you caputure images live from your camcorder and images recorded on
a tape to your computer, you can process or edit it by computer software and append it
to e-mail.
Using the USB Streaming function
•Installing the USB driver (p. 98).
•Installing “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” (p. 101).
•Capturing images with “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” (p. 101).
Recommended computer environment
OS:
Microsoft Windows 98 SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP
Home Edition or Windows XP Professional (standard installation)
However, operation is not assured if the above environment is an upgraded OS.
If you are using Windows 98, you cannot capture sounds.
CPU:
Minimum 500 MHz Intel Pentium III or faster (800 MHz or faster recommended)
Application:
DirectX 8.0a or later
Sound system:
16 bit stereo sound card and speakers
Memory:
64 MB or more
Hard disk:
Minimum 200 MB available hard disk space for installation
1 GB hard disk space or more recommended for working area (depending on the file
size of editing the images)
Display:
4 MB VRAM video card, Minimum 800 × 600 dot High color (16 bit color, 65 000 colors),
Direct Draw display driver capability (At 800 × 600 dot or less, 256 colors and less, this
product will not operate correctly.)
Others:
This product is compatible with DirectX technology, so it is necessary to install DirectX.
The USB connector is provided as standard.
This function is not available on Macintosh.
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Viewing images using your computer – USB Streaming
(Windows users only)
Notes
•Operations are not guaranteed if you connect 2 or more pieces of USB equipment to a
single computer at the same time or when using a hub.
•Depending on the type of USB equipment used simultaneously, some equipment may
not operate.
•Operations are not guaranteed for all the recommended computer environments
mentioned above.
•Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
•Pentium is either registered trademark or trademark of Intel Corporation.
•All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective companies.
•Furthermore, “™” or “®” are not mentioned in this manual.
Installing the USB driver
Before connecting your camcorder to your computer, install the USB driver to the
computer. The USB driver is contained together with application software for viewing
images on the CD-ROM supplied with your camcorder.
Be sure to follow the steps before connecting the USB cable to your computer.
Connect the USB cable in step 8.
If the USB driver has been registered incorrectly because your computer was
connected to your camcorder before installing the USB driver, reinstall the USB
driver following the procedure on page 99.
For Windows 98 SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional and Windows XP
users
Log in with permission of Administrator (for Windows 2000 Professional and Windows
XP users).
(1) Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load.
(2) Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. The
application software screen appears.
(3) Move the cursor to “USB Driver” and click. The USB driver installation starts.
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PC Connection
To the USB connector
USB cable (supplied)
To the (USB) jack
Computer
(4) Follow the on-screen messages to install the USB driver.
(5) Connect the AC power adaptor to your camcorder and then to a wall outlet.
(6) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR (DCR-TRV140)/PLAYER
(CCD-TRV608).
(7) Select USB STREAM to ON in
in the menu settings (p. 111).
(8) With the CD-ROM inserted, connect the USB jack on your camcorder to the
USB connector on your computer using the supplied USB cable.
Your computer recognises the camcorder, and the Windows Add Hardware
Wizard starts.
(9) Follow the on-screen messages so that the Add Hardware Wizard recognizes
that the USB drivers have been installed. The Add Hardware Wizard starts
three times because three different USB drivers are installed. Be sure to allow
the installation to complete without interrupting it.
If the “Files Needed” screen appears (Windows 2000 Professional and Windows XP
users)
Set the CD-ROM on the CD-ROM driver then select “Browse....” t “My Computer”
t “ImageMixer” t “sonyhcb.sys”, and click the “OK” button.
The installation is completed, proceed to Installing “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for
Sony” on page 101.
If you cannot install the USB driver
The USB driver has been registered incorrectly as your computer was connected to your
camcorder before installing the USB driver. Perform the following procedure to
correctly install the USB driver.
Step 1 Uninstall the incorrect USB driver
1 Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load.
2 Connect the USB jack on your camcorder to the USB connector on your
computer using the supplied USB cable.
To the USB connector
USB cable (supplied)
To the (USB) jack
Computer
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(Windows users only)
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3 Connect the AC power adaptor, and set the POWER switch to CAMERA or
VCR (DCR-TRV140)/PLAYER (CCD-TRV608).
4 Open your computer’s “Device Manager.”
Windows XP:
Select “Start” t “Control Panel” t “System” t “Hardware” tab, and click
the “Device Manager” button.
If “System” is not in the control panel, the “Pick a Category” screen appears. In
this case, click “Switch to Classic View” instead.
Windows 2000 Professional:
Select “My Computer” t “Control Panel” t “System” t “Hardware” tab,
and click the “Device Manager” button.
Windows 98 SE/Windows Me:
Select “My Computer” t “Control Panel” t “System,” and click the “Device
Manager” tab.
5 Select the devices underlined in the illustrations below, and delete them.
Windows 98 SE Windows Me
Windows 2000 Professional
Windows XP
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(Windows users only)
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PC Connection
6 Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), and then disconnect the USB cable.
7 Reboot your computer.
Step 2 Install the USB driver
Perform the entire procedure listed in “Installing the USB driver” on the page 98.
Installing “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony”
Install “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” to your computer. “PIXELA
ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” is contained on the CD-ROM supplied with your
camcorder. You can view video images easily on your camcorder, using your computer
with “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony”.
For Windows 2000 Professional users
Log in with permission of Power Users or Administrator.
For Windows XP users
Log in with permission of Administrator.
(1) Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load.
While using your computer, close all running applications.
(2) Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer.
The application software screen appears.
If the application software screen does not appear, double-click “My
Computer” and then “ImageMixer” (CD-ROM Drive). The application
software screen appears after a while.
(3) Move the cursor to “PIXELA ImageMixer” and click.
The language selection dialogue box appears.
(4) Select the language for installation.
(5) Follow the on-screen messages.
Follow the directions on the screen to install DirectX. DirectX 8.0 will be installed.
Capturing images with “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony”
For Windows 2000 Professional users
Log in with permission of Power Users or Administrator.
For Windows XP users
Log in with permission of Administrator.
Viewing images using your computer – USB Streaming
(Windows users only)
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Viewing images
Viewing images recorded on a tape
(1) Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load.
(2) Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB jack on the camcorder and the
other end to the USB connector on your computer using the supplied USB
cable.
(3) Connect the AC power adaptor and insert a cassette to your camcorder.
(4) Set the POWER switch to VCR (DCR-TRV140)/PLAYER (CCD-TRV608).
(5) Select USB STREAM to ON in
in the menu settings (p. 111).
(6) Select “Start” t “Program” t “Pixela” t “ImageMixer” t “PIXELA
ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” on Windows.
(7) Click the input mode button in the left side of Start-up screen.
(8) Select
.
(9) Start playing back a tape on your camcorder. The images recorded on a tape
appears in the preview window.
Viewing images using your computer – USB Streaming
(Windows users only)
To the USB connector
USB cable (supplied)
To the (USB) jack
Computer
Preview window
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PC Connection
Viewing images live from your camcorder
(1) Follow the procedure (1) - (2) on page 101, and then connect the AC power
adaptor to your camcorder and then to a wall outlet.
(2) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
(3) Follow the procedure (5) - (8) on page 102.
The images live from your camcorder appears in the preview window.
Capturing images
Capturing still images
(1) Select .
(2) Click
at the point to capture using the preview window. The captured
image appears on the thumbnail list window.
Capturing moving images
(1) Select .
(2) Click
at the start point to capture and click at the stop point to capture
using the preview window. The captured image appears on the thumbnail list
window.
1
2
1
2
Viewing images using your computer – USB Streaming
(Windows users only)
Preview window
Thumbnail list window
Preview window
Thumbnail list window
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Notes
•When you view images using your computer with the USB connection, the following
conditions may occur, but do not indicate malfunction:
– The image may fluctuate.
– The image may contain noise, etc.
– The image does not appear properly if the image signal is of a different TV color
system from your camcorder.
•When your camcorder is in the standby mode with a cassette inserted, it turns off
automatically after 3 minutes (DCR-TRV140)/5 minutes (CCD-TRV608).
•We recommend setting DEMO MODE to OFF in the menu settings when your
camcorder is in the standby mode, and no cassette is inserted.
•Indicators in the camcorder LCD screen do not appear on images that are captured
into your computer.
If image data cannot be transferred by the USB connection
The USB driver has been registered incorrectly as your computer was connected to your
camcorder before installing the USB driver. Perform the procedure to correctly install
the USB driver (p. 98).
If any trouble occurs
Close all running applications, then restart it.
Carry out the following operations after quitting the application:
– disconnect the USB cable
– turn on/off the power
Seeing the on-line help (operation manual) of ”PIXELA
ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony”
“PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” is provided with on-line help (operation
manual).
(1) Click button located in the upper-right corner of the screen.
The ImageMixer’s Manual screen appears.
(2) You can access the desired topics from the contents.
To close the on-line help
Click located in the upper right corner of the “ImageMixer’s Manual” screen.
If you have any questions about “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony”
ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony is a trademark of PIXELA corporation. Refer to the
information web site at: “http://www.imagemixer.com”.
Notes on using your computer
Communications with your computer
Communications between your camcorder and your computer may not recover after
recovering from Suspend, Resume, or Sleep.
Viewing images using your computer – USB Streaming
(Windows users only)
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Customizing Your Camcorder
— Customizing Your Camcorder —
Changing the menu settings
To change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial. The default settings can be partially changed. First, select the icon,
then the menu item and then the mode.
(1) In CAMERA or VCR*
1)
/PLAYER*
2)
mode, press MENU.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired icon, then press the dial to
set.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired item, then press the dial to
set.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired mode, and press the dial
to set.
(5) If you want to change other items, select
RETURN and press the dial, then
repeat steps from 2 to 4.
For details, see “Selecting the mode setting of each item” (p. 106).
To make the menu display disappear
Press MENU.
1
CAMERA
2
3
4
VCR
MENU
MANUAL SET
PROGRAM AE
PEFFECT
DEFFECT
AUTO SHTR
[
MENU
]
:
END
MANUAL SET
[
MENU
]
:
END
MANUAL SET
PROGRAM AE
PEFFECT
OTHERS
W
ORLD T IME
BEEP
0
HR
PEFFECT
DEFFECT
OTHERS
W
ORLD T IME
BEEP
REC LAMP
RETURN
ON
OFF
DISPLAY
COMMANDER
CAMERA
PLAYER
MANUAL SET
PROGRA
M
AE
PEFFECT
[
MENU
]
:
END
PLAYER SET
[
MENU
]
:
END
EDIT
TBC
DNR
OTHERS
W
ORLD T IME
BEEP
DISPLAY
REC LAMP
COMMANDER
OTHERS
ON
W
ORLD T IME
BEEP
REC LAMP
RETURN
DISPLAY
COMMANDER
OTHERS
OFF
W
ORLD T IME
BEEP
REC LAMP
RETURN
DISPLAY
COMMANDER
OTHERS
0
HR
W
ORLD T IME
BEEP
REC LAMP
DISPLAY
COMMANDER
OTHERS
ON
OFF
W
ORLD T IME
BEEP
REC LAMP
RETURN
DISPLAY
COMMANDER
NRUTER
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/
TRV408/TRV608
DCR-TRV140
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Icon/item
PROGRAM AE
P EFFECT
D EFFECT *
1)
AUTO SHTR *
1)
D ZOOM *
3)
*
4)
*
5)
Menu items are displayed as the following icons:
MANUAL SET
CAMERA SET
VCR SET *
1)
PLAYER SET *
2)
LCD/VF SET
TAPE SET
SETUP MENU
OTHERS
Depending on your camcorder model
The menu display may be different from that in this illustration.
Selecting the mode setting of each item z is the default setting.
Menu items differ according to the position of the POWER switch.
The screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment.
Changing the menu settings
Mode
——
——
——
z ON
OFF
z OFF
40×
560×
z OFF
40×
460×
z OFF
40×
450×
Meaning
To suit your specific shooting requirement.
(p. 50)
To add special effects like those in films or on the
TV to images. (p. 46, 64)
To add special effects using the various digital
functions. (p. 47, 65)
To automatically activate the electronic shutter
when shooting in bright conditions.
To not automatically activate the electronic
shutter even when shooting in bright conditions.
To deactivate digital zoom. Up to 20× zoom is
carried out.
To activate digital zoom. More than 20× to 40×
zoom is performed digitally. (p. 26)
To activate digital zoom. More than 20× to 560×
zoom is performed digitally. (p. 26)
To deactivate digital zoom. Up to 20× zoom is
carried out.
To activate digital zoom. More than 20× to 40×
zoom is performed digitally. (p. 26)
To activate digital zoom. More than 20× to 460×
zoom is performed digitally. (p. 26)
To deactivate digital zoom. Up to 20× zoom is
carried out.
To activate digital zoom. More than 20× to 40×
zoom is performed digitally. (p. 26)
To activate digital zoom. More than 20× to 450×
zoom is performed digitally. (p. 26)
POWER
switch
CAMERA
VCR*
1)
CAMERA
VCR
CAMERA
CAMERA
CAMERA
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Customizing Your Camcorder
Icon/item
16:9WIDE *
1)
*
2)
STEADYSHOT *
6)
N.S.LIGHT
FRAME REC *
1)
INT. REC *
1)
Mode
z OFF
ON
z OFF
CINEMA
16:9FULL
z ON
OFF
z ON
OFF
z OFF
ON
ON
z OFF
SET
Meaning
—
To record a 16:9wide picture. (p. 41)
—
To record in the CINEMA mode. (p. 41)
To record in the 16:9FULL mode.
To compensate for camera-shake.
To cancel the SteadyShot function. Natural
pictures are produced when shooting a stationary
object with a tripod.
To use the NightShot Light function. (p. 30)
To cancel the NightShot Light function.
To deactivate Cut recording function.
To activate Cut recording function. (p. 56)
To activate Interval recording function. (p. 54)
To deactivate Interval recording function.
To set waiting time and recording time for
Interval recording function. (p. 54)
POWER
switch
CAMERA
CAMERA
CAMERA
CAMERA
CAMERA
Changing the menu settings
Notes on the SteadyShot function (CCD-TRV308/TRV408/TRV608, DCR-TRV140 only)
•The SteadyShot function will not correct excessive camera-shake.
•Attachment of a conversion lens (optional) may influence the SteadyShot function.
•SteadyShot does not operate in the 16:9FULL mode. If you set STEADYSHOT to ON
in the menu settings, the indicator flashes.*
6)
If you cancel the SteadyShot function (CCD-TRV308/TRV408/TRV608, DCR-TRV140
only)
The SteadyShot off indicator appears. Your camcorder prevents excessive
compensation for camera-shake.
*
1)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
*
3)
CCD-TRV408/TRV608, DCR-TRV140 only
*
4)
CCD-TRV108/TRV308 only
*
5)
CCD-TRV107 only
*
6)
CCD-TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
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Changing the menu settings
Icon/item
*
1)
HiFi SOUND
AUDIO MIX
*
2)
EDIT
TBC
TBC stands for “Time Base Corrector.”
DNR
DNR stands for “Digital Noise Reduction.”
ST1 ST2
Mode
z STEREO
1
2
—––
z OFF
ON
z ON
OFF
z ON
OFF
Meaning
To play back a stereo tape or dual sound track
tape with main and sub sound.
To play back a stereo tape with the left sound
or a dual sound track tape with main sound.
To play back a stereo tape with the right sound
or a dual sound track tape with sub sound.
To adjust the balance between stereo 1 and
stereo 2.
—
To minimize picture deterioration when editing.
To correct jitter.
To not correct jitter. Set TBC to OFF when playing
back a tape on which you have dubbed over and
recorded the signal of a TV game or similar
machine.
To reduce picture noise.
To reduce a conspicuous afterimage when the
picture has a lot of movement.
POWER
switch
VCR
VCR
PLAYER
PLAYER
PLAYER
Note on AUDIO MIX (DCR-TRV140 only)
When playing back a tape recorded in the 16-bit mode, you cannot adjust the balance.
In more than 5 minutes after removing the power source (CCD-TRV107/TRV108/
TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only)
The “EDIT” item is returned to their default settings.
The other menu items are held in memory even when the battery is removed.
*
1)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
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Customizing Your Camcorder
Icon/item
LCD BRIGHT
LCD B. L.
LCD COLOR
VF B.L.*
3)
POWER
switch
VCR*
1)
/
PLAYER*
2)
CAMERA
VCR*
1)
/
PLAYER*
2)
CAMERA
VCR*
1)
/
PLAYER*
2)
CAMERA
VCR*
1)
/
PLAYER*
4)
CAMERA
Changing the menu settings
To reduce
intensity
To increase
intensity
Mode
—––
z BRT NORMAL
BRIGHT
—––
z BRT NORMAL
BRIGHT
Meaning
To adjust the brightness on the LCD screen with
the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the following
bar.
To set the brightness on the LCD screen normal.
To brighten the LCD screen.
To adjust the color on the LCD screen, turn the
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the following bar.
To set the brightness on the viewfinder screen
normal.
To brighten the viewfinder screen.
Notes on VF B.L.*
3)
and LCD B.L.
•When you select BRIGHT, battery life is reduced by about 10 percent during
recording.
•When you use power sources other than the battery pack, BRIGHT is automatically
selected.
*
1)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
*
3)
CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608, DCR-TRV140 only
*
4)
CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
Icon/item
REC MODE
AUDIO MODE*
1)
ORC TO SET*
2)
ORC stands for “Optimizing the Recording Condition.”
Mode
z SP
LP
z 12BIT
16BIT
—––
Meaning
To record in the SP (Standard Play) mode.
To increase the recording time to 1.5 times*
1)
/
twice*
2)
the SP mode.
To record in the 12-bit mode (two stereo
sounds).
To record in the 16-bit mode (the one stereo
sound with high quality).
To automatically adjust the recording condition
to get the best possible recording. Press
START/STOP to start adjustment. Your
camcorder takes about 10 seconds to check the
tape condition and then returns to the standby
mode.
POWER
switch
CAMERA
CAMERA
CAMERA
To lightenTo darken
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Icon/item
q REMAIN
DATA CODE*
1)
Mode
z AUTO
ON
z DATE/CAM
DATE
Meaning
To display the remaining tape bar:
– for about 8 seconds after your camcorder is
turned on and calculates the remaining
amount of tape.
– for about 8 seconds after a cassette is inserted
and your camcorder calculates the remaining
amount of tape.
– for about 8 seconds after N is pressed in
VCR*
1)
/PLAYER*
2)
mode.
– for about 8 seconds after DISPLAY is pressed
to display the screen indicators.
– for the period of tape rewinding, forwarding
or picture search in VCR*
1)
/PLAYER*
2)
mode.
To always display the remaining tape bar.
To display date, time and recording data
during playback.
To display date and time during playback.
POWER
switch
VCR*
1)
/
PLAYER*
2)
CAMERA
VCR
Notes on the LP mode
•When you record a tape in the LP mode on your camcorder, we recommend playing
back the tape on your camcorder. When you play back the tape on other camcorders
or VCRs, noise may occur in images or sound.
•When you record in the LP mode, we recommend using a Sony video cassette so that
you can get the most out of your camcorder.
•When you record in both the SP and LP modes on one tape, or you record some scenes
in the LP mode, the playback image may be distorted or the time code may not be
written properly between scenes.*
1)
•Noise may occur also when you play back on your camcorder tapes recorded in the
LP mode on other camcorders or VCRs.*
2)
•When you record a tape in the LP mode on your camcorder, recording is carried out in
the standard 8 mm system.*
2)
Note on AUDIO MODE (DCR-TRV140 only)
When playing back a tape recorded in the 16-bit mode, you cannot adjust the balance in
AUDIO MIX.
Notes on ORC setting (CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only)
•Each time you eject the cassette, the ORC setting will be canceled. If necessary, set the
setting.
•You cannot use this setting on a tape with the red mark on the cassette exposed.
(i. e. the tape is write-protected)
•When you set ORC TO SET, a non-recorded section of about 0.1 seconds appears on
the tape. However, note that this non-recorded section disappears from the tape when
you continue recording from this section.
•To check if you have already set the ORC setting, select ORC TO SET in the menu
settings. “ORC ON” is displayed if ORC TO SET is already set.
*
1)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
Changing the menu settings
111
Customizing Your Camcorder
Notes on DEMO MODE
•You cannot select DEMO MODE when a cassette is inserted in your camcorder.
•DEMO MODE is set to STBY (Standby) at the factory and the demonstration starts
about 10 minutes after you have set the POWER switch to CAMERA without a
cassette inserted.
To cancel the demonstration, insert a cassette, set the POWER switch to other than
CAMERA, or set DEMO MODE to OFF.
•When NIGHTSHOT is set to ON, “NIGHTSHOT” indicator appears on the screen
and you cannot select DEMO MODE in the menu settings.
*
1)
CCD-TRV608, DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
3)
CCD-TRV608 only
*
4)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
Changing the menu settings
Icon/item
CLOCK SET
USB STREAM*
1)
AUTO DATE*
4)
LTR SIZE
LANGUAGE
DEMO MODE
Mode
—––
z OFF
ON
z ON
OFF
z NORMAL
2×
z ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
ESPAÑOL
PORTUGUÊS
z ON
OFF
Meaning
To set the date or time. (p. 19)
To deactivate the USB Streaming function.
To activate the USB Streaming function.
To record the date for 10 seconds after
recording has started.
To cancel the auto date function.
To display selected menu items in normal size.
To display selected menu items at twice the
normal size.
To display the following information indicators
in English: REC, STBY, min, CAPTURE*
2)
,
END SEARCH, START, and VOL.
To display the information indicators in
French.
To display the information indicators in
Spanish.
To display the information indicators in
Portuguese.
To display the information indicators in
Chinese.
To display the information indicators in
Korean.
To make the demonstration appear.
To cancel the demonstration mode.
POWER
switch
CAMERA
VCR*
2)
/
PLAYER*
3)
CAMERA
CAMERA
VCR*
2)
/
PLAYER*
4)
CAMERA
VCR*
2)
/
PLAYER*
4)
CAMERA
CAMERA
112
In more than 5 minutes after removing the power source
The AUDIO MIX*
1)
, COMMANDER*
3)
and HiFi SOUND*
1)
items are returned to their
default settings.
The other menu items are held in memory even when the battery is removed.
Recording a close-up picture
When REC LAMP is set to ON, the red camera recording lamp on the front of the
camcorder may reflect on the subject if it is close. In this case, we recommend you set
REC LAMP to OFF.
*
1)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
*
3)
CCD-TRV107/TRV408, DCR-TRV140 only
*
4)
CCD-TRV107/TRV408 only
Changing the menu settings
Icon/item
WORLD TIME
BEEP
DISPLAY
REC LAMP
VIDEO EDIT*
1)
COMMANDER*
3)
POWER
switch
CAMERA
VCR*
1)
/
PLAYER*
2)
CAMERA
VCR*
1)
/
PLAYER*
4)
CAMERA
VCR*
1)
/
PLAYER*
2)
CAMERA
CAMERA
VCR
Mode
—––
z MELODY
NORMAL
OFF
z ON
OFF
z LCD
V-OUT/LCD
z ON
OFF
——
Meaning
To set the clock to the local time.
Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to set the time
difference. The clock changes by the time
difference you set here. If you set the time
difference to 0, the clock returns to the
originally set time.
To output the melody when you start/stop
recording or when an unusual condition occurs
on your camcorder.
To output the beep instead of the melody.
To cancel the melody and beep sound.
To activate the Remote Commander supplied
with your camcorder.
To deactivate the Remote Commander to avoid
unintentional operation caused by other VCR’s
remote control.
To show the display on the LCD screen and in
the viewfinder.
To show the display on the TV screen, LCD
screen, and in the viewfinder.
To light up the camera recording lamp at the
front of your camcorder when recording.
To turn the camera recording lamp off so that
the subject is not aware of the recording.
To make programs and perform video editing.
(p. 83)
113
Troubleshooting
Some tiny white spots appear on the
screen.*
1)
A vertical band appears when you
shoot a very bright subject.
If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table to
troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and
contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If “C:ss:ss”
appears on the screen, the self-diagnosis display function has worked. See page 118.
In the recording mode
Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions
• The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR*
1)
/
PLAYER*
2)
.
c Set it to CAMERA. (p. 23)
• The tape has run out.
c Rewind the tape or insert a new one. (p. 21, 22)
• The write-protect tab is set to expose the red mark.
c Use a new tape or slide the tab. (p. 22)
• The tape is stuck to the drum (moisture condensation).
c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at
least 1 hour to acclimate. (p. 129)
• While being operated in CAMERA mode, your camcorder
has been in the standby mode for more than 3 minutes*
1)
/
5 minutes*
2)
.
c Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) and then to
CAMERA again. (p. 23)
• The battery pack is dead or nearly dead.
c Install a fully charged battery pack. (p. 13, 14)
• The viewfinder lens is not adjusted.
c Adjust the viewfinder lens. (p. 27)
• STEADYSHOT is set to OFF in the menu settings.
c Set it to ON. (p. 107)
• 16:9WIDE is set to ON in the menu settings.*
1)
c Set it to OFF.
• The wide mode is set to 16:9FULL.*
4)
c Set it to OFF. (p. 107)
• The setting is the manual focus mode.
c Press FOCUS to return to the autofocus mode. (p. 53)
• Shooting conditions are not suitable for autofocus.
c Adjust to focus manually. (p. 53)
• The video heads may be dirty.
c Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning
cassette (optional). (p. 130)
• The LCD panel is open.
c Close the LCD panel. (p. 24)
• The contrast between the subject and background is too
high. This is not a malfunction.
• This is not a malfunction.
• The Slow Shutter, Super NightShot or Color Slow Shutter
mode is activated. This is not a malfunction.
(Continued on the following page)
— Troubleshooting —
Types of trouble and their solutions
START/STOP does not operate.
The power goes off.
The image on the viewfinder screen
is not clear.
The autofocusing function does not
work.
The SteadyShot function does not
work.*
3)
The picture does not appear in the
viewfinder.
A vertical band appears when you
shoot a subject such as lights or a
candle flame against a dark
background.
The x indicator flashes in the
viewfinder.*
2)
114
Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions
• If 10 minutes elapse after you set the POWER switch to
CAMERA or DEMO MODE is set to ON in the menu
settings without a cassette inserted, your camcorder
automatically starts the demonstration.
c Insert a cassette and the demonstration stops.
You can also cancel DEMO MODE. (p. 111)
• NIGHTSHOT is set to ON.
c Set it to OFF. (p. 29)
• NIGHTSHOT is set to ON in a bright place.
c Set it to OFF, or use the NightShot function in a dark
place. (p. 29)
• The backlight function is working.
c Cancel it. (p. 29)
• Set STEADYSHOT to OFF in the menu setting. (P. 107)
*
1)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
*
3)
CCD-TRV308/TRV408/TRV608, DCR-TRV140 only
*
4)
CCD-TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
In the playback mode
Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions
• The tape is recorded in the Hi8 /Standard 8 mm
(analog) system.
• The POWER switch is set to CAMERA or OFF (CHG).
c Set it to VCR*
1)
/PLAYER*
2)
. (p. 33)
• The tape has run out.
c Rewind the tape. (p. 33)
• The television’s video channel is not adjusted correctly.
c Adjust it. (p. 38)
• EDIT is set to ON in the menu settings.
c Set it to OFF. (p. 108)
• The video head may be dirty.
c Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning
cassette (optional). (p. 130)
• The video head may be dirty.
c Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning
cassette (optional). (p. 130)
• The stereo tape is played back with HiFi SOUND set to 2
in the menu settings.*
1)
c Set it to STEREO. (p. 108)
• The volume is turned to minimum.
c Open the LCD panel and press VOLUME +. (p. 33)
• AUDIO MIX is set to ST2 side in the menu settings.*
1)
c Adjust AUDIO MIX. (p. 108)
Types of trouble and their solutions
The picture appears too bright, and
the subject does not appear on the
screen.
The picture is recorded in incorrect or
unnatural colors.
The tape does not move when a
video control button is pressed.
A horizontal black band appears
when shooting a TV screen or
computer screen.*
3)
No sound or only a low sound is
heard when playing back a tape.
The playback picture is not clear or
does not appear.*
2)
The playback button does not work.
The picture does not appear on the
screen when playing back a tape.*
1)
An unknown picture is displayed on
the screen.
There are horizontal lines on the
picture or the playback picture is
not clear or does not appear.*
1)
115
Troubleshooting
Types of trouble and their solutions
The remaining battery time
indicator does not indicate
the correct time.
The power does not turn on.
The % and Z indicators flash and no
functions except for cassette ejection
work.
The cassette cannot be removed from
the holder.
The power goes off although the
remaining battery time indicator
indicates that the battery pack has
enough power to operate.
The remaining tape indicator is not
displayed.
The new sound added to the
recorded tape is not heard.*
1)
The date search does not work
correctly.*
1)
Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions
• The tape has a blank portion in the recorded portion.
(p. 69)
• AUDIO MIX is set to ST1 side in the menu settings.
c Adjust AUDIO MIX. (p. 108)
*
1)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
In the recording and playback modes
Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions
• The battery pack is not installed, or is dead or nearly dead.
c Install a charged battery pack. (p. 13, 14)
• The AC power adaptor is not connected to a wall outlet.
c Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall outlet. (p. 18)
• The tape was ejected after recording.
• You have not recorded on the cassette yet.
• The tape has a blank portion in the beginning or middle.
• The operating temperature is too low.
• The battery pack is not fully charged.
c Charge the battery pack fully again. (p. 13, 14)
• The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be
recharged.
c Replace with a new battery pack. (p. 13)
• You have used the battery pack in an extremely hot or
cold environment for a long time.
• The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be
recharged.
c Replace with a new battery pack. (p. 13)
• The battery pack is not fully charged.
• A deviation has occurred in the remaining battery time.
c Charge the battery pack fully again. (p. 13, 14)
• A deviation has occurred in the remaining battery time.
c Charge the battery pack fully again so that the indication
on the battery remaining indicator is correct. (p. 13, 14)
• The power source is disconnected.
c Connect it firmly. (p. 13, 18)
• The battery pack is dead.
c Use a charged battery pack. (p. 13, 14)
• Moisture condensation has occurred.
c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at
least 1 hour to acclimate. (p. 129)
• The q REMAIN is set to AUTO in the menu settings.
c Set it to ON to always display the remaining tape
indicator.
*
1)
DCR-TRV140 only
(Continued on the following page)
The battery pack discharges quickly.
The end search function does not
work.
The end search function does not
work correctly.*
1)
116
Types of trouble and their solutions
Digital program editing does not
function.*
2)
Easy Dubbing does not function.*
1)
Others
Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions
• Your VCR and/or video camera recorder is not set
correctly.
c Make sure the input selector of the VCR is set to LINE.
Also,make sure the power switch of the video camera is
set to VTR/VCR. (p. 76)
• The IR SETUP code or PAUSE MODE is not set correctly.
c Select the correct IR SETUP code and PAUSE MODE,
according to your VCR. Then confirm VCR operation
with the IR TEST function. (p. 76)
• The input selector on the VCR is not set correctly.
c Set the selector correctly, and check the connection
between the VCR and your camcorder. (p. 83)
• The camcorder is connected to DV equipment other than
of Sony using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable).
c Keep the connection, and follow the procedure on
page 87.
• Setting program on a blank portion of the tape is
attempted.
c Set the program again on a recorded portion. (p. 91)
• The synchronization of your camcorder and the VCR is
not adjusted.
c Adjust the synchronization of the VCR. (p. 88)
• Your camcorder was connected to your computer with the
USB cable before installing the USB driver, so the driver
was not recognized by the computer.
c Uninstall the unrecognized driver, and then reinstall the
driver. (p. 99)
• The USB driver is not installed correctly.
c Uninstall the unrecognized driver, and then reinstall the
driver. (p. 99)
• Your computer’s operating system is Windows 98 or
earlier.
• The USB cable was not connected before starting up the
application software.
c Connect the USB cable before starting up the application
software. (p. 101)
• COMMANDER is set to OFF in the menu settings.
c Set it to ON. (p. 112)
• Something is blocking the infrared rays.
c Remove the obstacle.
• The batteries are inserted in the battery holder with the
+ – polarities incorrectly matching the + – marks.
c Insert the batteries with the correct polarity. (p. 141)
• The batteries are dead.
c Insert new ones. (p. 141)
USB Streaming function does not
work.*
3)
You cannot install the USB driver.*
3)
The Remote Commander supplied
with your camcorder does not
work.*
4)
117
Troubleshooting
Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions
• Moisture condensation has occurred.
c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at
least 1 hour to acclimate. (p. 129)
• Some troubles have occurred in your camcorder.
c Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate
your camcorder.
• Disconnect the power cord of the AC power adaptor or
remove the battery pack, then reconnect it after about 1
minute. Turn the power on (p. 13, 18). If the functions still
do not work, press RESET using a sharp-pointed object. (If
you press RESET, all the settings including the date and
time return to the default.) (p. 140)
• The AC power adaptor is disconnected.
c Connect it firmly. (p. 18)
• The battery pack is not installed properly.
c Install it properly.
• Something is wrong with the battery pack.
c Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony
service facility.
• The POWER switch is not set to OFF (CHG).
c Set it to OFF (CHG).
• Set the date and time. (p. 19)
*
1)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
*
2)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
3)
CCD-TRV608, DCR-TRV140 only
*
4)
CCD-TRV107/TRV408, DCR-TRV140 only
The date or time indicator does not
appear, and the bars “– –:– –:– –”
appear.
Types of trouble and their solutions
You cannot charge the battery pack
installed to your camcorder.
No function works though the power
is on.
While charging the battery pack, no
indicator appears or the indicator
flashes in the display window.
The melody or beep sounds for 5
seconds.
118
Five-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Actions
• You are using a battery pack that is not an
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.
c Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. (p. 124)
• Moisture condensation has occurred.
c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at
least 1 hour to acclimate. (p. 129)
• The video heads are dirty.
c Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning
cassette (optional). (p. 130)
• A malfunction other than the above that you can service
has occurred.
c Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate
your camcorder.
c Disconnect the power cord of the AC power adaptor or
remove the battery pack. After reconnecting the power
source, operate your camcorder.
• A malfunction that you cannot service has occurred.
c Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony
service facility and inform them of the 5-digit code.
(example: E:61:10)
If you are unable to rectify the problem even if you try corrective actions a few times,
contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Your camcorder has a self-diagnosis display
function.
This function displays the current condition of
your camcorder as a 5-digit code (a combination of
a letter and figures) on the LCD screen, in the
viewfinder or in the display window.
If a 5-digit code is displayed, check the following
code chart. The last two digits (indicated by ss)
will differ depending on the state of your
camcorder.
C:21:ss
LCD screen, viewfinder
or display window
Self-diagnosis display
•C:ss:ss
You can service your camcorder
yourself.
•E:ss:ss
Contact your Sony dealer or local
authorized Sony service facility.
E:20:ss
E:61:ss
E:62:ss
C:31:ss
C:32:ss
C:04:ss
C:22:ss
Self-diagnosis display
C:21:00
119
Troubleshooting
C:21:00
Warning indicators and messages
If indicators and messages appear on the screen or in the display window, check the
following:
See the page in parentheses “()” for more information.
Warning indicators
Self-diagnosis display (p. 118)
Moisture condensation has
occurred*
2)
Fast flashing:
– Eject the cassette, turn off your
camcorder, and leave it for
about 1 hour with the cassette
compartment open. (p. 129)
You need to eject the cassette*
2)
Slow flashing:
– The write-protect tab on the
cassette is out (red). (p. 22)
Fast flashing:
– Moisture condensation has
occurred. (p. 129)
– The tape has run out.
– The self-diagnosis display
function is activated. (p. 118)
*
1)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
*
2)
You hear the melody or beep sound.
*
3)
This indicator appears in the viewfinder only.
The battery pack is dead or
nearly dead
Slow flashing:
– The battery pack is nearly dead.
(P. 14)
Depending on conditions, the
environment or the battery pack,
the warning indicator may flash,
even if there are 5 to 10 minutes
battery remaining.
Fast flashing:
– The battery pack is dead.
– The battery pack is completely
dead, and cannot be charged.*
1)
Tape/Battery pack warning
indicator*
3)
Slow flashing:
– The battery pack is nearly dead.
– The tape is near the end.
Fast flashing:
– The battery pack is dead.
– The tape has run out.*
2)
The video heads are dirty*
1)
Slow flashing:
– You need to clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLD
cleaning cassette (optional). (p. 130)
Tape warning indicator
Slow flashing:
– The tape is near the end.
– No tape is inserted.*
2)
– The write-protect tab on the
cassette is out (red).*
2)
(p. 22)
Fast flashing:
– The tape has run out.*
2)
120
Warning messages
•CLOCK SET Set the date and time. (p. 19)
•FOR “InfoLITHIUM” Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. (p. 124)
BATTERY ONLY
•Q NO TAPE *
1)
Insert a cassette tape.
• CLEANING CASSETTE *
2)
The video heads are dirty. (p. 130)
– CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
•Q TAPE END *
1)
The tape has reached the end.
•START/STOP KEY Press START/STOP to activate the ORC setting. This
message is displayed in white. (p. 109)
•ORC The ORC setting is working. This message is
displayed in white. (p. 109)
– DCR-TRV140 only
•Q Z TAPE END *
1)
The tape has reached the end.
•COPY INHIBIT *
1)
You tried to record a picture that has a copyright
control signal. (p. 121)
*
1)
You hear the melody or beep sound.
*
2)
The x indicator and “ CLEANING CASSETTE” message appear one after another
on the screen.
Warning indicators and messages
121
Additional Information
– DCR-TRV140
What is the “Digital8
system”?
This video system has been developed to enable digital recording to Hi8 /Digital8
video cassette.
Usable cassette tapes
We recommend using Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes.
If you use standard 8 mm tape, be sure to play back the tape on this camcorder.
Mosaic noise may appear if you play back standard 8 mm tape on other VCRs
(including other DCR-TRV140).
Note
Tapes recorded in the Digital8 system cannot be played back a Hi8 /standard 8
mm (analog) system machine.
is a trademark.
is a trademark.
is a trademark.
Playback system
You can play back tapes recorded only in the Digital8 system.
Tapes recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm (analog) system cannot be played
back with your camcorder.
When you play back
Playing back on a PAL-recorded tape
You can play back tapes recorded in the PAL video system on the LCD screen*, if the
tape is recorded in the SP mode.
*
The picture appears neither in the viewfinder nor on the TV.
Copyright signal
When you play back
Using any other video camera recorder, you cannot record on a tape that has recorded
copyright control signals for copyright protection of software which is played back on
your camcorder.
When you record
You cannot record software on your camcorder that contains copyright control signals
for copyright protection of software.
COPY INHIBIT appears on the LCD screen, in the viewfinder or on the TV screen if you
try to record such software. Your camcorder does not record copyright control signals
on the tape when it records.
— Additional Information —
About video cassettes
122
When you play back a dual sound track tape
When you play back a tape which is dubbed from a dual sound track tape recorded in
the DV system, set HiFi SOUND to the desired mode in the menu settings (p. 108).
Sound from speaker
HiFi Sound Playing back Playing back a dual
Mode a stereo tape sound track tape
STEREO Stereo Main sound and sub sound
1 Lch Main sound
2 Rch Sub sound
You cannot record dual sound programs on your camcorder.
About video cassettes
123
Additional Information
About video cassettes
– CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608
Selecting the cassette type
You can use both Hi8 and standard 8 mm video cassettes on your camcorder.
When you use a Hi8 video cassette, recording and playback are carried out in the
Hi8 system. When you use a standard 8 mm video cassette, recording and
playback are carried out in the standard 8 mm system.
However, if you record on a Hi8 video cassette in the LP mode, recording is
carried out in the standard 8 mm system.
If you play back a tape recorded on a different video recorder on your camcorder, the
playback mode is automatically selected according to the format in which the tape has
been recorded.
This Hi8 system is an extension of the standard 8 mm system, and was
developed to produce higher quality pictures.
You cannot play back a tape recorded in the Hi8 system correctly on video
recorders/players other than a Hi8 video recorder/player.
is a trademark.
is a trademark.
When you play back
The playback mode (SP/LP) and system, Hi8 or standard 8 mm are
automatically selected according to the format in which the tape has been recorded. The
quality of the recorded picture in the LP mode, however, will not be as good as the SP
mode.
Foreign 8 mm video
Because TV color systems differ from country to country, you may not be able to play
back foreign pre-recorded tapes. Refer to “Using your camcorder abroad” (p. 128) to
check the TV color systems used in foreign countries.
124
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack
What is the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack?
The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for
communicating information related to operating conditions between your camcorder
and the AC adaptor/charger (optional).
The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack calculates the power consumption according to the
operating conditions of your camcorder, and displays the remaining battery time in
minutes.
Charging the battery pack
•Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your camcorder.
•We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C
to 30°C (50°F to 86°F) until FULL appears indicating the battery pack is fully charged,
in the display window. If you charge the battery pack outside of this temperature
range, you may not be able to efficiently charge the battery pack.
•After charging is completed, either disconnect the cable from the DC IN jack on your
camcorder or remove the battery pack.
Effective use of the battery pack
•Battery performance decreases in low-temperature surroundings. So, the time that the
battery pack can be used is shorter in cold places. We recommend the following to use
the battery pack longer:
– Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it up, and insert it in your camcorder
immediately before you start taking shots.
– Use the large capacity battery pack (NP-FM50/FM70/QM71/FM90/FM91/QM91
optional).
•Frequently using the LCD panel or frequently operating playback, fast forward or
rewind wears out the battery pack faster. We recommend using the large capacity
battery pack (NP-FM50/FM70/QM71/FM90/FM91/QM91 optional).
•Be certain to turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) when not taking shots or playing
back on your camcorder. Battery pack power is also consumed when your camcorder
is in the standby mode or playback is paused.
•Have spare battery packs handy for two or three times the expected recording time,
and make a trial recording before the actual recording.
•Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water-resistant.
Remaining battery time indicator
•If the power goes off although the remaining battery time indicator indicates that the
battery pack has enough power to operate, charge the battery pack fully again so that
the indication on the remaining battery time indicator is correct. Note, however, that
the correct battery indication sometimes will not be restored if it is used in high
temperatures for a long time or left in a fully charged state, or the battery pack is
frequently used. Regard the remaining battery time indication as approximate.
•The E mark, indicating there is little remaining battery time, sometimes flashes
depending on the operating conditions or ambient temperature and environment even
if the remaining battery time is 5 to 10 minutes.
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Additional Information
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack
How to store the battery pack
•If the battery pack is not used for a long time, do the following once a year to maintain
proper function.
1. Fully charge the battery pack.
2. Discharge on your camcorder.
3. Remove the battery pack from your camcorder and store it in a dry, cool place.
•To discharge the battery pack on your camcorder, leave your camcorder in CAMERA
(standby) mode without a cassette inserted until the power goes off.
Battery life
•The battery life is limited. Battery capacity drops little by little as you use it more and
more, and as time passes. When the available battery time is shortened considerably, a
probable cause is that the battery pack has reached the end of its life. Please buy a new
battery pack.
•The battery life varies according to storage and operating conditions, and
environment for each battery pack.
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– DCR-TRV140 only
The DV jack on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant DV input/output jack. This section
describes the i.LINK standard and its features.
What is “i.LINK”?
i.LINK is a digital serial interface for handling digital video, digital audio and other
data in two directions between equipment having the i.LINK jack, and for controlling
other equipment.
i.LINK-compatible equipment can be connected by a single i.LINK cable. Possible
applications are operations and data transactions with various digital AV equipment.
When two or more i.LINK-compatible equipment are connected to this unit in a daisy
chain, operations and data transactions are possible with not only the equipment that
this unit is connected to but also with other devices via the directly connected
equipment.
Note, however, that the method of operation sometimes varies according to the
characteristics and specifications of the equipment to be connected, and that operations
and data transactions are sometimes not possible on some connected equipment.
Note
Normally, only one piece of equipment can be connected to this unit by the i.LINK
cable (DV connecting cable). When connecting this unit to i.LINK-compatible
equipment having two or more i.LINK jacks (DV jacks), refer to the instruction manual
of the equipment to be connected.
About the Name “i.LINK”
i.LINK is a more familiar term for IEEE 1394 data transport bus proposed by SONY,
and is a trademark approved by many corporations.
IEEE 1394 is an international standard standardized by the Institute of Electrical and
Electronic Engineers.
About i.LINK
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Additional Information
About i.LINK
i.LINK Baud rate
i.LINK’s maximum baud rate varies according to the equipment. Three maximum baud
rates are defined:
S100 (approx. 100Mbps*)
S200 (approx. 200Mbps)
S400 (approx. 400Mbps)
The baud rate is listed under “Specifications” in the instruction manual of each
equipment. It is also indicated near the i.LINK jack on some equipment.
The maximum baud rate of equipment on which it is not indicated such as this unit is
“S100”.
When units are connected to equipment having a different maximum baud rate, the
baud rate sometimes differs from the indicated baud rate.
* What is “Mbps”?
Mbps stands for megabits per second, or the amount of data that can be sent or received
in one second. For example, a baud rate of 100Mbps means that 100 megabits of data
can be sent in one second.
i.LINK Functions on this unit
For details on how to dub when this unit is connected to other video equipment having
DV jacks, see page 74.
This unit can also be connected to other i.LINK (DV) compatible equipment made by
SONY (e.g. VAIO series personal computer) other than video equipment .
Before connecting this unit to a personal computer, make sure that application software
supported by this unit is already installed on the personal computer.
For details on precautions when connecting this unit, also refer to the instruction
manuals for the equipment to be connected.
Required i.LINK Cable
Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to-4-pin cable (during DV dubbing).
i.LINK and are trademarks.
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Using your camcorder abroad
You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC power adaptor
supplied with your camcorder within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
When charging the battery pack, use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if
necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b].
Your camcorder is an NTSC system based camcorder. If you want to view the playback
picture on a TV, it must be an NTSC system based TV with Video/Audio input jack.
The following shows TV color systems used overseas.
NTSC system
Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana,
Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the U.S.A.,
Venezuela, etc.
PAL system
Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany,
Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway,
Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand,
United Kingdom, etc.
PAL-M system
Brazil
PAL-N system
Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay
SECAM system
Bulgaria, France, Guiana, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine, etc.
Simple setting of clock by time difference
You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference. Select WORLD
TIME in the menu settings. See page 112 for more information.
Using your camcorder abroad
AC-L10A/L10B/L10C
[a] [b]
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Additional Information
Maintenance information and
precautions
Moisture condensation
If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may
condense inside your camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this
condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or your camcorder may
not operate correctly. If there is moisture inside your camcorder, the beep sounds and
the % indicator flashes. When the Z indicator flashes at the same time, the cassette is
inserted in your camcorder. If moisture condenses on the lens, the indicator will not
appear.
If moisture condensation occurs
None of the functions except cassette ejection will work. Eject the cassette, turn off your
camcorder, and leave it for about 1 hour with the cassette compartment open. Your
camcorder can be used again if the % indicator does not appear when the power is
turned on again.
Note on moisture condensation
Moisture may condense when you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm
place (or vice versa) or when you use your camcorder in a hot place as follows:
– You bring your camcorder from a ski slope into a place warmed up by a heating
device.
– You bring your camcorder from an air-conditioned car or room into a hot place
outside.
– You use your camcorder after a squall or a shower.
– You use your camcorder in a high temperature and humid place.
How to prevent moisture condensation
When you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place, put your
camcorder in a plastic bag and tightly seal it. Remove the bag when the air temperature
inside the plastic bag has reached the surrounding temperature (after about 1 hour).
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Maintenance information
Cleaning the LCD screen
If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, we recommend using a LCD
Cleaning Kit (optional) to clean the LCD screen.
Cleaning the video head
To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads.
The video head may be dirty when:
– CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608
– the x indicator and “ CLEANING CASSETTE” message appear one after another
on the screen or the x indicator flashes on the screen.
– playback pictures contain noise.
– playback pictures are hardly visible.
– playback pictures do not appear.
[a]: Slightly dirty
[b]: Very dirty
– DCR-TRV140
– mosaic-pattern noise appears on the playback picture.
– playback pictures do not move.
– playback pictures are hardly visible.
– playback pictures do not appear.
– the x indicator and “ CLEANING CASSETTE” message appear one after another
on the screen.
If the above problem occurs, clean the video heads with the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning
cassette (optional). Check the picture and if the above problem persists, repeat cleaning.
Note on video heads
When the playback pictures still contain noise even if you have cleaned the video heads
with a cleaning cassette, the video heads may have worn down due to long use. If this is
the case, they must be replaced with new heads. Contact your Sony dealer or local
authorized Sony service facility.
Maintenance information and precautions
or
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Additional Information
Charging the built-in rechargeable battery in your camcorder
A built-in rechargeable battery is supplied with your camcorder so as to retain the date
and time, etc., regardless of the setting of the POWER switch. The rechargeable battery
is always charged as long as you are using your camcorder. The battery, however, will
get discharged in about 6 months if you do not use your camcorder at all. Even if the
rechargeable battery is not charged, it will not affect the camcorder operation. To retain
the date and time, etc., charge the battery if the battery is discharged.
Charging the built-in rechargeable battery:
– Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the AC power adaptor supplied with
your camcorder, and leave your camcorder with the POWER switch turned off for
more than 24 hours.
– Or install the fully charged battery pack in your camcorder, and leave your camcorder
with the POWER switch turned off for more than 24 hours.
Precautions
Camcorder operation
•Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC power adaptor).
•For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in these operating
instructions.
•If any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it
checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further.
•Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful with the lens.
•
Keep the POWER switch set to OFF (CHG) when you are not using your camcorder.
•Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for example, and operate it. Doing so
might cause heat to build up inside.
•Keep your camcorder away from strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration.
Noise may occur on images.
•Do not touch the LCD screen with your fingers or a sharp-pointed object.
•If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the LCD
screen. This is not a malfunction.
•While using your camcorder, the back of the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a
malfunction.
Built-in light (CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608, DCR-TRV140
only)
•Do not knock or jolt the built-in light while it is turned on as it may damage the bulb
or shorten the life of the bulb.
•Do not leave the built-in light on while it is resting on or against something; it may
cause a fire or damage the built-in light.
Maintenance information and precautions
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On handling tapes
Do not insert anything into the small holes on the rear of the cassette. These holes are
used to sense the type and thickness of the tape and if the recording tab is in or out.
Camcorder care
•Remove the tape, and periodically turn on the power, operate the CAMERA and
VCR*
1)
/PLAYER*
2)
sections and play back a tape for about 3 minutes*
1)
/5 minutes*
2)
when your camcorder is not to be used for a long time.
•Clean the lens with a soft brush to remove dust. If there are fingerprints on the lens,
remove them with a soft cloth.
•Clean the camcorder body with a dry soft cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with
a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent which may damage the
finish.
•Do not let sand get into your camcorder. When you use your camcorder on a sandy
beach or in a dusty place, protect it from the sand or dust. Sand or dust may cause
your camcorder to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired.
*
1)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
Connection to your personal computer (DCR-TRV140 only)
When recording an image processed or edited by your personal computer with the
i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable), use a new Hi8 /Digital8 tape.
AC power adaptor
•Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when you are not using the unit for a long time.
To disconnect the power cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the power cord itself.
•Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or
damaged.
•Do not bend the power cord forcibly, or place a heavy object on it. This will damage
the cord and may cause fire or electrical shock.
•Prevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the
connecting section. If this happens, a short may occur and the unit may be damaged.
•Always keep metal contacts clean.
•Do not disassemble the unit.
•Do not apply mechanical shock or drop the unit.
•While the unit is in use, particularly during charging, keep it away from AM receivers
and video equipment. AM receivers and video equipment disturb AM reception and
video operation.
•The unit becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.
•Do not place the unit in locations that are:
– Extremely hot or cold
– Dusty or dirty
– Very humid
– Vibrating
Maintenance information and precautions
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Additional Information
Maintenance information and precautions
About care and storage of the lens
•Wipe the surface of the lens with a soft cloth in the following instances:
– When there are fingerprints on the lens surface.
– In hot or humid locations.
– When the lens is used in environments susceptible to salt such as the seaside.
•Store the lens in a well-ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust.
To prevent mold from growing on the lens, periodically perform the above.
We recommend turning on and operating your camcorder at least once per month to
keep your camcorder in an optimum state for a long time.
Battery pack
•Use only the specified charger or video equipment for the charging function.
•To prevent an accidental short circuit, do not allow metal objects to come into contact
with the battery terminals.
•Keep the battery pack away from fire.
•Never expose the battery pack to temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as in a car
parked in the sun or under direct sunlight.
•Keep the battery pack dry.
•Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock.
•Do not disassemble nor modify the battery pack.
•Attach the battery pack to the video equipment securely.
•Charging while some capacity remains does not affect the original battery capacity.
Note on dry batteries (CCD-TRV107/TRV408, DCR-TRV140 only)
To avoid possible damage from battery leakage or corrosion, observe the following:
– Be sure to insert the batteries with the + – polarities matched to the + – marks.
– Dry batteries are not rechargeable.
– Do not use a combination of new and old batteries.
– Do not use different types of batteries.
– Current drains from batteries when you are not using them for a long time.
– Do not use leaking batteries.
If batteries are leaking
•Wipe off the liquid in the battery compartment carefully before replacing the batteries.
•If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water.
•If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a
doctor.
If any problem occurs, unplug your camcorder and contact your nearest Sony dealer.
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Specifications
Video camera
recorder
System
Video recording system
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/
TRV408/TRV608:
2 rotary heads
Helical scanning
FM system
DCR-TRV140:
2 rotary heads
Helical scanning system
Audio recording system
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/
TRV408/TRV608:
Rotary heads, FM system
DCR-TRV140:
Rotary heads, PCM system
Quantization (DCR-TRV140 only):
12bits (Fs 32 kHz, stereo 1, stereo
2), 16bits (Fs 48 kHz, stereo)
Video signal
NTSC color, EIA standards
Usable cassette
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/
TRV408/TRV608:
8mm video format cassette
Hi8 or standard 8
DCR-TRV140:
Hi8/Digital8 video cassette
Recording/playback time (using
120 min. Hi8/Digital8 video
cassette)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/
TRV408/TRV608:
SP mode: 2 hours
LP mode: 4 hours
DCR-TRV140:
SP mode: 1 hour
LP mode: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Fastforward/rewind time (using
120 min. Hi8/Digital8 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:
4.5 mm (1/4 type) CCD (Charge
Coupled Device)
Approx. 320 000 pixels
(Effective: Approx. 200 000 pixels)
DCR-TRV140:
4.5 mm (1/4 type) CCD (Charge
Coupled Device)
Approx. 460 000 pixels
(Effective: Approx. 290 000 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, DCR-
TRV140:
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,
DCR-TRV140:
41 – 820 mm (1 5/8 - 32 3/8 in.)
Color temperature
Auto
Minimum illumination
CCD-TRV308/TRV408/TRV608:
0.4 lx (lux) (F 1.4)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108,
DCR-TRV140:
1 lx (lux) (F 1.4)
0 lx (lux) (in the NightShot mode)*
* 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 (kiloohms))
Output impedance with less than
2.2 kΩ (kiloohms)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/
TRV408/TRV608:
Monaural minijack (ø 3.5 mm)
DCR-TRV140:
Stereo minijack (ø 3.5 mm)
RFU DC OUT (CCD-TRV107/
TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608
only)
Mini-minijack (ø 2.5 mm), DC5V
DV input/output (DCR-TRV140
only)
4-pin connector
USB jack (CCD-TRV608,
DCR-TRV140 only)
mini-B
LCD screen
Picture
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/
TRV408, DCR-TRV140:
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, DCR-TRV140:
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
DCR-TRV140:
3.5 W
Viewfinder
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/
TRV408/TRV608:
1.9 W
DCR-TRV140:
2.8 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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Additional Information
Specifications
Mass (approx.)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/
TRV408:
850 g (1 lb 14 oz)
DCR-TRV140:
860 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, DCR-
TRV140:
1.0 kg (2 lb 3 oz)
including the battery pack
NP-FM30, Hi8/Digital8 cassette,
lens cap, and shoulder strap
Supplied accessories
See page 5.
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
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.
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— Quick Reference —
Identifying the parts and controls
1 Eyecup
2 Viewfinder lens adjustment lever
(p. 27)
3 V BATT release lever (p. 13)
4
USB jack (p. 99)*
1)
5 OPEN button (p. 23)
6 SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 19, 105)
7 Power zoom lever (p. 26)
8 PHOTO button (p. 40)*
2)
9 POWER switch (p. 14)
0 START/STOP button (p. 23)
qa DC IN jack (p. 14)
qs Hooks for shoulder strap (p. 136)
*
1)
CCD-TRV608, DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
DCR-TRV140 only
Camcorder
qa
qs
9
7
q;
8
6
3
4
5
2
1
Attaching the shoulder strap
Attach the shoulder strap supplied with your camcorder to the hooks for the shoulder
strap.
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Quick Reference
qd Video control buttons (p. 33, 36)
x STOP (stop)
m REW (rewind)
N PLAY (playback)*
M FF (fastforward)
X PAUSE (pause)
qf LIGHT button (p. 61)*
1)
qg Microphone (R)*
2)
qh Infrared rays emitter (p. 29, 79, 85)
qj Remote sensor (p. 141)*
3)
qk Microphone (L)
ql z REC buttons (recording)*
2)
w; COLOR SLOW SHUTTER (p. 29)*
2)
/
SUPER NIGHTSHOT (p. 29)*
2)
button
wa NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 29)
ws Display window (p. 142)
wd Camera recording lamp (p. 23)
wf Tripod receptacle (base)
Make sure that the length of the tripod
screw is less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch).
Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod
securely and the screw may damage
your camcorder.
Identifying the parts and controls
qj
qk
qg
qh
wf
wd
wa
w;
ql
qf
qd
ws
* This button has a tactile dot.
*
1)
CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608, DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
3)
CCD-TRV107/TRV408, DCR-TRV140 only
138
Identifying the parts and controls
wg VOLUME +*/– buttons (p. 33)
wh Speaker
wj LCD screen (p. 24)
wk EXPOSURE button (p. 52)
wl TITLE button (p. 57, 59)
e; PB ZOOM button (p. 66)*
1)
EASY DUBBING button (p. 75)*
2)
ea DISPLAY button (p. 34)
es END SEARCH button (p. 32)
ed Viewfinder (p. 27)
ef FADER button* (p. 44)
eg BACK LIGHT button (p. 29)
eh FOCUS button (p. 53)
ej MENU button* (p. 19, 105)
ea
ed
es
ej
wk
wl
e;
wh
wj
wg
ef
eh
eg
* This button has a tactile dot.
*
1)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
139
Quick Reference
Identifying the parts and controls
ek DATE button (p. 31)*
1)
el TIME button* (p. 31)*
1)
r; COUNTER RESET button (p. 24)*
1)
* This button has a tactile dot.
*
1)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
ek
el
r;
CCD-TRV608
140
Identifying the parts and controls
ra Z EJECT button (p. 21)
rs Cassette compartment (p. 21)
rd Grip strap
rf RESET button (p. 117)
rg S VIDEO OUT jack (p. 38, 72, 73)
rh Built-in light (p. 61)*
1)
rj A/V OUT jack (p. 38, 72, 73)
rk RFU DC OUT (RFU adaptor PC output)
jack (p. 39)*
2)
rl DV IN/OUT jack (p. 74, 93)*
3)
The DV IN/OUT jack is i.LINK
compatible.
rd
rs
ra
rh
rj
rk
rl
rg
rf
Attaching the lens cap
Attach the lens cap to the grip strap as illustrated.
Fastening the grip strap
Fasten the grip strap firmly.
*
1)
CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608, DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
*
3)
DCR-TRV140 only
141
Quick Reference
6
5
2
q;
8
Remote Commander
The buttons that share the same name on the Remote Commander and your camcorder function
identically.
DCR-TRV140 CCD-TRV107/TRV408
5
4
3
2
1
0
8
9
7
6
RMT-814
RMT-708
To prepare the Remote Commander
Insert 2 size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and – polarities on the batteries to
the + – marks inside the battery compartment.
1 PHOTO button (p. 40)
2 DISPLAY button (p. 34)
3 SEARCH MODE button (p. 68, 70)
4 ./> buttons (p. 68, 70)
5 Tape transport buttons (p. 36)
6 Transmitter
Point toward the remote sensor to
control the camcorder after turning on
the camcorder.
7 ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 67, 96)
8 START/STOP button (p. 23)
9 DATA CODE button (p. 34)
0 Power zoom button (p. 26)
Notes on the Remote Commander
•Point the remote sensor away from strong light sources such as direct sunlight or
overhead lighting. Otherwise, the Remote Commander may not function properly.
•Your camcorder works in the commander mode VTR 2. The commander modes
1, 2 and 3 are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid
unintentional operations. If you use another Sony VCR in the commander mode VTR
2, we recommend changing the commander mode or covering the sensor of the VCR
with black paper.
RMT-814
RMT-708
Identifying the parts and controls
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Operation indicators
LCD screen and Viewfinder Display window
Identifying the parts and controls
1 Recording mode indicator (p.23)/
Mirror mode indicator (p. 24)
2 Format indicator (p. 28)*
1)
3 Remaining battery time indicator
(p. 28)
4 Zoom indicator (p. 26)/
Exposure indicator (p. 52)
5 Fader indicator (p. 44)/
Digital effect indicator (p. 47, 65)*
1)
6 Wide mode indicator (p. 41)
7 Picture effect indicator (p. 46, 64)
8 Volume indicator (p. 33)/
Data code indicator (p. 34)*
1)
9 PROGRAM AE indicator (p. 50)
0 Backlight indicator (p. 29)
qa SteadyShot off indicator (p. 107)*
2)
qs Manual focusing indicator (p. 53)
qd Built-in light indicator (p. 61)*
3)
qf STBY/REC indicator (p. 23)/
Video control mode indicator (p. 36)
qg Tape counter indicator (p. 28)/
Time code indicator(p. 28)*
1)
/
Self-diagnosis display indicator
(p. 118)/
Tape photo recording indicator
(p. 28)*
1)
qh Remaining tape indicator (p. 28)
qj ZERO SET MEMORY indicator
(p. 67, 96)*
1)
qk Search mode indicator (p. 32, 68, 70)*
1)
/
END SEARCH indicator (p. 32)*
4)
ql NIGHTSHOT indicator (p. 30)/
SUPER NIGHTSHOT/COLOR SLOW
SHUTTER indicator (p. 30)*
1)
w; DV IN indicator (p. 94)*
1)
wa Audio mode indicator (p. 109)*
1)
ws AUTO DATE indicator (p. 20)*
4)
/
Date indicator (p. 20, 31)*
4)
min
TW
0:00:00
REC
40
SEPIA
M. FADER
16
:
9
W
IDE
ZERO SET
MEMORY
DATE
01
SEARCH
16BIT
DV IN
4LUJ
MA65:50:21
2002
9
4
5
6
7
0
8
qa
qd
qs
3
1
2
qf
qh
ql
w;
wa
wf
ws
wd
wg
qg
qj
qk
FULL
AM
PM
2
wh
3
wj
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Quick Reference
wd Time indicator (p. 19, 31)*
4)
wf Warning indicators (p. 119)
wg Camera recording lamp (p. 23)
This indicator appears in the viewfinder
only.
wh FULL charge indicator (p. 14)
wj Tape counter indicator (p. 28)/
DATE or TIME indicator (p. 20, 31)*
4)
/
Time code indicator (p. 28)*
1)
/
Self-diagnosis display indicator
(p. 118)
Identifying the parts and controls
*
1)
DCR-TRV140 only
*
2)
CCD-TRV308/TRV408/TRV608, DCR-TRV140 only
*
3)
CCD-TRV107/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608, DCR-TRV140 only
*
4)
CCD-TRV107/TRV108/TRV308/TRV408/TRV608 only
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Index
A, B
AC power adaptor ............... 14
Adjusting viewfinder .......... 27
AFM HiFi Sound................ 122
AUDIO MIX ....................... 108
AUDIO MODE ................... 109
A/V connecting cable
................................. 38, 72, 73
BACK LIGHT ....................... 29
Battery pack .......................... 13
BEEP .................................... 112
BOUNCE ............................... 43
C, D
Charging battery .................. 14
Charging the built-in
rechargeable battery ....... 131
Clock set ................................ 19
Color Slow Shutter .............. 29
Data code .............................. 34
Date search ........................... 68
DEMO.................................. 111
Digital effect ................... 47, 65
Digital program editing ...... 83
Digital 8 system.................. 121
DISPLAY ............................... 34
DNR ..................................... 108
DOT ....................................... 43
Dual sound track tape ....... 122
Dubbing a tape ..................... 72
DV connecting cable............ 74
E, F, G, H
Easy Dubbing ...................... 75
EDIT ..................................... 108
END SEARCH ................ 32, 36
Exposure ............................... 52
FADER .................................. 43
Fade in/out........................... 43
FLASH MOTION................. 47
FOCUS................................... 53
Frame recording................... 56
Grip strap ............................ 140
Heads ................................... 130
HiFi SOUND ...................... 108
Hi8 system .......................... 121
I, J, K, L
i.LINK .............................. 74, 93
“InfoLITHIUM” battery ... 124
Infrared rays emitter
................................. 29, 79, 85
Interval recording ................ 54
LCD screen ........................... 24
LP mode ................................ 23
LUMINANCEKEY .............. 47
M, N
Main sound ......................... 108
Manual focus ........................ 53
Menu settings ..................... 105
Mirror mode ......................... 24
Moisture condensation ..... 129
Monaural............................... 39
MONOTONE ....................... 43
Mosaic fader ......................... 43
NIGHTSHOT ....................... 29
NTSC system ...................... 128
O, P, Q
OLD MOVIE ......................... 47
Operation indicators ......... 142
ORC ..................................... 109
OVERLAP ............................. 43
Photo scan ............................. 71
Photo search ......................... 70
Picture effect ................... 46, 64
Picture search ....................... 36
Playback pause..................... 36
PROGRAM AE.................... 50
R
Recording time ..................... 15
Recording and playback
systems ............................. 121
Recording mode ................... 23
Remaining battery time
indicator ............................. 28
Remaining tape indicator ... 28
Remote Commander ......... 141
Remote sensor .................... 137
RESET .................................. 117
S
Self-diagnosis display ....... 118
Shoulder strap .................... 136
Skip scan ............................... 36
Slow playback ...................... 36
SLOW SHUTTER ................. 47
Standard 8 mm system ..... 121
STEADYSHOT ................... 107
Stereo tape .......................... 121
STILL ..................................... 47
STRIPE ................................... 43
Sub sound ........................... 108
Superimposing the date and
time ..................................... 31
SUPER NIGHTSHOT .......... 29
S VIDEO OUT jack .. 38, 72, 73
T, U, V
Tape counter indicator ........ 28
Tape PB ZOOM .................... 66
Tape photo recording .......... 40
TBC ...................................... 108
Telephoto .............................. 26
Time code .............................. 28
Title ........................................ 57
TRAIL .................................... 47
Transition .............................. 24
TV color systems ................ 128
USB Streaming ..................... 97
VF B.L. ................................... 27
W, X, Y, Z
Warning indicators ............ 119
Wide-angle............................ 26
Wide mode ........................... 41
WIPE ...................................... 43
WORLD TIME .................... 112
Write-protect tab .................. 22
Zero set memory ............ 67, 96
Zoom ..................................... 26
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Quick Reference
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