Sony CCD-TRV46 User Manual

3-865-333-62 (1)Video CameraRecorderOperating InstructionsBefore operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,and retain it for future refer

10Make sure that the power source is installed. When you want to record in the Hi8system, use Hi8 video cassette H (CCD-TRV36/TRV46 only).(1) While pr

11Basic operationsBasic operationsCamera recordingMake sure that the power source is installed and a cassette is inserted and that theSTART/STOP MODE

12NoteBe sure to remove the battery pack from the comcorder after using.To focus the viewfinder lensIf you cannot see the indicators in the viewfinder

13Basic operationsTWTW[a][b]Zooming speed (Variable speed zooming)Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom, move it further for a faster z

14Selecting the START/STOP modeYour camcorder has three modes. These modes enable you to take a series of quickshots resulting in a lively video.(1)

15Basic operationsShooting with the LCD screenYou can also record the picture while looking at the LCD screen.When using the LCD screen, the viewfinde

16Notes on the LCD panel•When closing the LCD panel, turn it vertically until it clicks [a].•When turning the LCD panel, turn it always vertically; ot

17Basic operationsHints for better shooting[a][b]For hand-held shots, you’ll get better results by holding the camcorder according to thefollowing sug

18Hints for better shootingPlace the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripodTry placing the camcorder on a table top or any other flat surface of

19Basic operationsTo stop playbackRelease EDITSEARCH.To go back to the last recorded point after edit searchPress END SEARCH. The last recorded point

2Welcome!Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam VisionTM camcorder. With yourHandycam Vision, you can capture life’s precious moments

20Playing back a tapeYou can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen.(1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it toPL

21Basic operationsWhen monitoring on the LCD screenYou can turn the LCD panel over and move back to the camcorder with the LCD screenfacing out [a].

22Various playback modesYou can enjoy clear pictures on the LCD screen during still, slow and picture search.(Crystal-clear still/slow/picture search)

23Basic operationsYou can go to the end of the recorded portion after you record and play back the tape tomake the transition between the last scene y

24Advanced operationsUsing alternative power sourcesYou can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack,house current a

25Advanced operationsUsing the house current(1) Open the DC IN jack cover, and connect the AC power adaptor to the DC INjack on the camcorder.(2) Conn

26Changing the mode settingsYou can change the mode settings in the menu system to further enjoy the features andfunctions of the camcorder.(1) Press

27Advanced operationsNotes on changing the mode setting•Menu items differ depending on the setting of the POWER switch to PLAYER orCAMERA.•When you le

28Changing the mode settings COMMANDER <ON/OFF> (CCD-TRV36/TRV46 only)•Select ON when using the supplied Remote Commander for the camcorder.•Sel

29Advanced operations DEMO MODE* <ON/OFF>•Select ON to make the demonstration appear.•Select OFF to deactivate the demonstration mode.Notes on D

3Before you beginTable of contentsBefore you beginUsing this manual ... 4Checking supplied accessories... 5

30When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with alight background, use the BACK LIGHT function.Press BACK LIGHT.

31Advanced operationsSelecting the fader functionYou can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance.When the picture fades in, th

32Using the fader functionWhen fading in [a](1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press FADER until the desired fadeindicator flashes.(2) Press

33Advanced operationsThe NightShot function enables you to shoot a subject in a dark place. You can achievea satisfactory recording of the ecology of

34[b]CINEMA[a][c][e][f]CINEMA16:9 FULL16:9 FULL[d]Selecting the desired modeYou can record a cinemalike picture (CINEMA) or a 16:9 wide picture to wat

35Advanced operationsUsing the wide mode functionYou can select the wide mode (OFF, CINEMA, 16:9FULL) in the menu system (p. 28).To cancel wide modeSe

36Using the PROGRAM AE functionSelecting the best modeYou can select one of six PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shootingsituation, refer

37Advanced operationsUsing the PROGRAM AE function(1) Press PROGRAM AE.(2) Turn the control dial to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode.To turn off PRO

38[a] [b] [c] [d]Focusing manuallyWhen to use manual focusIn the following cases you should obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually.•Ins

39Advanced operationsTo return to autofocus modeSet FOCUS to AUTO. The f indicator in the viewfinder or on the LCD screendisappears.Shooting in relat

4[a] [b]Before you beginThe instructions in this manual are for the three models listed below. Before you startreading this manual and operating the

40Selecting picture effectYou can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on theTV.PASTEL [a]The contrast of the pic

41Advanced operationsUsing picture effect function(1) Press PICTURE EFFECT.(2) Turn the control dial to select the desired picture effect mode.Enjoyin

42When to adjust the exposureAdjust the exposure manually under the following cases.[a]•The background is too bright (back lighting)•Insufficient ligh

43Advanced operationsShooting with the sun behind your subjectIf the light source is behind your subject, or in the following situations, the subject

44Superimposing a titleYou can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles. You can also select thelanguage, color, size and position of t

45Advanced operationsTo superimpose the title from beginningAfter step 7, press START/STOP to start recording.To superimpose the title while you are r

46Making your own titlesYou can make up to two titles and store them in the camcorder. We recommend to setthe POWER switch to PLAYER or eject the cas

47Advanced operationsBefore you start recording or during recording, press DATE or TIME. You can recordthe date or time displayed in the viewfinder o

48Use this feature to check the tape condition before recording, so that you can get thebest possible picture (ORC).(1) While the camcorder is in Stan

49Advanced operationsUsing the built-in light– CCD-TRV36/TRV46 onlyYou can use the built-in light to suit your shooting situation. The recommendeddist

5Before you beginChecking supplied accessories123456Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder.1 Wireless Remote Commander

50CAUTION•When replacing the bulb, use only the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp (not supplied) toreduce the risk of fire.•To prevent possible burn hazard, dis

51Advanced operations– CCD-TRV46 onlyWhen the SteadyShot function is working, the camcorder compensates for camera-shake.You can release the SteadySho

52Connect the camcorder to your TV or VCR to watch the playback picture on the TVscreen. When monitoring the playback picture by connecting the camcor

53Advanced operationsUsing the AV cordless IR receiver – LASER LINK–CCD-TRV46 onlyOnce you connect the AV cordless IR receiver (not supplied) having t

54Editing onto another tapeYou can create your own video program by editing with any other h 8 mm, H Hi8, mini DV, DV, j VHS, k S-VHS,  VHSC, K S-V

55Additional information(+) (--)-Additional informationChanging the lithium battery in the camcorderYour camcorder is supplied with a lithium battery

56Changing the lithium batteryWhen replacing the lithium battery, keep the battery pack or other power sourceattached. Otherwise, you will need to re

57Additional informationResetting the date and timeYou can reset the date and time in the menu system.(1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, pres

58Simple setting of clock by time differenceYou can easily set the clock for a local time by a time difference in the menu system.(1) While the camcor

59Additional informationUsable cassettes and playback modesSelecting cassette types– CCD-TRV36/TRV46 onlyThis Hi8 system is an extension of the standa

6Before using your camcorder, you first need to install and charge the battery pack.This camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (

60This section shows you how you can get the most out of your battery pack.Preparing the battery packAlways carry additional batteriesHave sufficient

61Additional informationTips for using the battery packNotes on the rechargeable battery packCautionNever leave the battery pack in temperatures above

62Tips for using the battery packNotes on the “InfoLITHIUM” battery packWhat is “InfoLITHIUM”The “InfoLITHIUM” is a lithium ion battery pack which can

63Additional informationMaintenance information and precautionsMoisture condensationIf the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm p

64Maintenance information and precautionsVideo head cleaningTo ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. When thev˚ indicato

65Additional informationRemoving dust from inside the viewfinder(1) Remove the screw with a screwdriver (not supplied). Then, while sliding theRELEASE

66PrecautionsCamcorder operation•Operate the camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC power adaptor).•For DC or AC operation, use the accessorie

67Additional informationMaintenance information and precautionsAC power adaptor•Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when not in use for a long time.

68Using your camcorder abroadEach country or area has its own electric and TV color systems. Before using yourcamcorder abroad, check the following p

69Additional informationRecording stops in a few seconds.Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The battery pack is not installed.m Install the batt

7Getting startedInstalling and charging the battery packCharging the battery packCharge the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration. The batt

70Trouble checkPictureSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The battery is dead.m Use a charged battery pack or the AC power adaptor.(p. 7, 25)• Mo

71Additional informationSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• COMMANDER is set to OFF in the menu system.m Set it to ON. (p. 28)• Something is bloc

72Five-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Actions• Moisture condensation has occurred.m Remove the cassette and leave the camcorder for at least1 h

73Additional informationLCD screenPicture2.5 inches measured diagonally50.3 x 37.4 mmOn-screen displayTN LCD/TFT active matrixmethodTotal dot number61

74Identifying the parts1 EDITSEARCH button (p. 19)2 LASER LINK button (CCD-TRV46 only)(p. 53)3 Built-in light (CCD-TRV36/TRV46only) (p. 49)4 Lens cove

75Additional informationIdentifying the parts!¢ Viewfinder (p. 12)!∞ Speaker (p. 20, 21)!§ LCD screen (p. 15)!¶ LCD BRIGHT buttons (p. 15)!• OPEN butt

76Identifying the parts@ª COUNTER RESET button (p. 12)#º TIME button (p. 47)#¡ DATE button (p. 47)#™ DISPLAY button (p. 21)#£ TITLE button (p. 44)#¢ E

77Additional informationIdentifying the parts$™ Eyecup RELEASE knob (p. 65)$£ EJECT switch (p. 10)$¢ LANC l control jackl stands for Local Application

78Identifying the parts%™ MIC jack (PLUG IN POWER)Connect an external microphone (notsupplied). This jack also accepts a“plug-in-power” microphone.%£

79Additional informationRemote Commander– CCD-TRV36/TRV46 onlyThe buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the camcorderfunction

8Charging timeBattery F330F530/F550 F730/F750 F930/F950pack (NP-) (supplied)Charging 150 210 300 390time* (min.) (90) (150) (240) (330)The time requir

80Note on battery lifeThe batteries for the Remote Commander last about 6 months under normal operation.When the batteries become weak or dead, the Re

81Additional informationOperation indicatorsIdentifying the partsViewfinder Display window1 Recording mode indicator (p. 28)/Mirror mode indicator (p.

82Warning indicatorsIf indicators flash in the viewfinder or in the display window, check the following:≥≥... : you can hear the beep sound when the B

Additional information83IndexA, BAdjusting viewfinder ...12ANTI GROUND SHOOTING...14Auto focus.

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9Getting startedInstalling and charging the battery packNotes on remaining battery time indication during recording•Remaining battery time is displaye