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Camera
Operations Guide
Video Camera Recorder/Digital Video Camera Recorder
CCD-TRV128/TRV228/TRV328/TRV428
DCR-TRV260/TRV265
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Read this first
Before operating the unit, please read this
manual thoroughly, and retain it for future
reference.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the
product's enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the
appliance.
For customers in the U.S.A. and
CANADA
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY
INSERT.
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.
For 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 FCC related matters only.
Regulatory Information
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.
Model No.
-TRV
Serial No.
Model No.AC-
Serial No.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: DCR-TRV260
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell,
NJ 07649 U.S.A.
Telephone No.: 201-930-6972
This device complies with Part 15 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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CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications
not expressly approved in this manual could void your
authority to operate this equipment.
b
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 to an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
Consult a Sony dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
The interface cable supplied 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.
Notes on use
Note on a cassette tape
You can use standard 8 mm
and Hi8
,
Digital8
video cassettes on your camcorder. See
page 82 for details.
Notes on recording
· Before starting to record, test the recording function
to make sure the picture and sound are recorded
without any problems.
· Compensation for the contents of recordings cannot
be provided, even if recording or playback is not
possible due to a malfunction of the camcorder, etc.
· TV color systems differ depending on the country/
regions. To view your recordings on a TV, you need
an NTSC system-based TV.
· Television programs, films, video tapes, and other
materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized
recording of such materials may be contrary to the
copyright laws.
Notes on the LCD panel, viewfinder, and
lens
· The LCD screen and the viewfinder 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 appear constantly on the LCD screen and the
viewfinder.
These points are normal results of the manufacturing
process and do not affect the recording in any way.
· Exposing the LCD screen, the viewfinder, or the lens
to direct sunlight for long periods of time may cause
malfunctions. Be careful when placing the camera
near a window or outdoors.
· Do not aim at the sun. Doing so might cause your
camcorder to malfunction. Take pictures of the sun
only in low light conditions, such as at dusk.
Note on connecting other device
Before connecting your camcorder to other device
such as a VCR or a computer with an USB or i.LINK
cable, be sure to insert the connector plug in the proper
direction. If you insert the connector plug forcibly in
the wrong direction, the terminal may be damaged.
This may cause a malfunction of your camcorder.
Notes on using this manual
· The images of the LCD screen and the viewfinder
used on this manual are captured using a digital still
camera, and thus may appear different from what
you see.
· In this instruction manual, each model is indicated as
follows.
CCD-TRV128:
TRV128
CCD-TRV228:
TRV228
CCD-TRV328:
TRV328
CCD-TRV428:
TRV428
DCR-TRV260:
TRV260
DCR-TRV265:
TRV265
Instructions with no specific model names are for all
models.
Instructions with specific model names are for the
indicated models only.
Before you start reading this manual, check the
model name of your camcorder.
· The illustrations used on this manual are based on
the model DCR-TRV265.
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Notes on using the camcorder
· Hold your camcorder correctly.
· To ensure a good grip, fasten the grip belt as shown
in the following illustration.
· You can change the language to be used for screen
display on your camcorder (p. 19).
· Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts.
· Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select desired
item, then press the dial to decide.
Viewfinder
LCD panel
Battery pack
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Quick Start Guide
Recording movies on a tape ...................................................................... 8
Recording/Playing back with ease .......................................................... 10
Getting started
Step 1: Checking supplied items.............................................................. 11
Step 2: Charging the battery pack............................................................ 12
Using an outside power source ................................................................................. 15
Step 3: Turning the power on................................................................... 15
Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder...................................... 16
Adjusting the LCD panel ........................................................................................... 16
Adjusting the viewfinder ............................................................................................ 16
Step 5: Setting the date and time............................................................. 17
Step 6: Inserting a cassette tape.............................................................. 18
Step 7: Setting the screen language ........................................................ 19
Recording
Recording movies .................................................................................... 21
Recording for a longer time ....................................................................................... 23
Using zoom ............................................................................................................... 23
Using the built-in light ................................................................................................ 23
Recording in mirror mode ......................................................................................... 24
Superimposing the date and time on pictures (
TRV128/228/328/428) ............. 25
Recording still images Tape photo recording (
TRV260/265)............. 25
Recording with ease Easy Handycam .................................................. 26
Adjusting the exposure............................................................................. 27
Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects ............................................................... 27
Adjusting the exposure manually .............................................................................. 28
Recording in dark places NightShot plus .............................................. 28
Adjusting the focus manually ................................................................... 29
Recording a picture using various effects ................................................ 30
Fading in and out of a scene FADER .................................................................... 30
CCD-TRV128:
TRV128 CCD-TRV428:
TRV428
CCD-TRV228:
TRV228 DCR-TRV260:
TRV260
CCD-TRV328:
TRV328 DCR-TRV265:
TRV265
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