Press PHOTO in step 2. (P. 30)
To cancel self-timer recording
Press (self-timer) so that the indicator disappears from the LCD or viewfinder screen while your camcorder is in the standby mode. Note The self-timer recording mode is automatically cancelled when: Self-timer recording is finished. The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHARGE) or VTR.

Checking the recording

END SEARCH / EDITSEARCH / Rec Review
You can use these buttons to check the recorded picture or shoot so that the transition between the last recorded scene and the next scene you record is smooth.

EDIT SEARCH

END SEARCH
You can go to the end of the recorded section after you record. Press END SEARCH in the standby 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 or headphones.

EDITSEARCH

You can search for the next recording start point. Hold down the +/ (7) side of EDITSEARCH in the standby mode. The recorded section is played back. + : to go forward : to go backward Release EDITSEARCH to stop playback. If you press START/STOP, re-recording begins from the point you released EDITSEARCH. You cannot monitor the sound.

Rec Review

You can check the section which you have stopped most recently. Press the (7) side of EDITSEARCH momentarily in the standby mode. The section you have stopped most recently will be played back for a few seconds, and then your camcorder will return to the standby mode. You can monitor the sound from the speaker or headphones. Notes END SEARCH, EDITSEARCH and Rec Review work only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. 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 black portion in the recorded portions The end search function may not work correctly.

Playback Basics

Playing back a tape
You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. If you close the LCD panel, you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder.

(1) Install the power source and insert the recorded tape. (2) Set the POWER switch to VTR while pressing the small green button. The video control buttons light up. (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 buttons on VOLUME. The speaker on your camcorder is silent when the LCD panel is closed.

VTR MEMORY CAMERA

VOLUME

To stop playback

Press x.
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.
Playing back a tape To display the screen indicators Display function
Press DISPLAY on your camcorder or the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. The indicators appear on the LCD screen. To make the indicators disappear, press DISPLAY again.

DATA CODE

DISPLAY
Using the data code function
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 your camcorder or 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

JUL 12:05:56 AM

AUTO 60 AWB F1.6 9dB
Not to display recording date Set DATA CODE to DATE in the menu settings (p. 64). The display changes as follows: date/time t no indicator Notes on the data code function The data code function works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. Various settings of the recording data are not recorded when recording images on Memory Stick. Recording data Recording data is your camcorders 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: 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 When you connect your camcorder to the TV, the data code appears on the TV screen.
Playing back a tape Various playback modes
To operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to VTR.

Shutter speed number SLOW SHTR 1 SLOW SHTR 2 SLOW SHTR 3 SLOW SHTR 4
Shutter speed 1/30 1/15 1/8 1/4
Using the PROGRAM AE function
You can select PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to suit your specific shooting requirements. Spotlight mode This mode prevents peoples faces, for example, from appearing excessively white when shooting subjects lit by strong light in the theater. Soft portrait mode This mode brings out the subject while creating a soft background for subjects such as people or flowers. Sports lesson mode This mode minimizes shake on fast-moving subjects such as in tennis or golf. Beach & ski mode This mode prevents peoples faces from appearing dark in strong light or reflected light, such as at a beach in midsummer or on a ski slope. Sunset & moon mode This mode allows you to maintain atmosphere when you are recording sunsets, general night views, fireworks displays and neon signs. Landscape mode 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. Low lux mode This mode makes subjects brighter in insufficient light.
(1) Press PROGRAM AE in CAMERA or MEMORY mode. The PROGRAM AE indicator appears. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired mode. The indicator changes as follows:

PROGRAM

To turn the PROGRAM AE function off
Press PROGRAM AE. 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 The following functions do not work in the low lux mode: Digital effect Overlap Wipe Dot Exposure While setting the NIGHTSHOT to ON, the PROGRAM AE function does not work. (The indicator flashes.) While shooting in MEMORY mode, the low lux mode does not work. (The indicator flashes.) 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

OUT S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO

VIDEO DV IN/OUT AUDIO (not supplied) : Signal flow
After capturing images and sound
Stop capturing procedares on your PC, and stop the playback on the analog video unit. Notes You need to install software which can exchange video signals. Depending on the condition of the analog video signals, the PC may not be able to output the images correctly when you convert analog video signals into digital video signals via your camcorder. Depending on the analog video unit, the image may contain noise or incorrect colors. You cannot record or capture the video output via your camcorder when the video includes copyright protection signals such as ID - 2 system.
Recording video or TV programs
You can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has video/ audio outputs. Use your camcorder as a recorder.
(1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder. If you are recording a tape from the VCR, insert a recorded tape into the VCR. (2) Set the POWER switch to VTR. (3) Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings (p. 64). (4) Press z REC and the button on its right simultaneously on your camcorder, then immediately press X on your camcorder. (5) Press N on the VCR to start playback if you are recording a tape from VCR. Select a TV program if you are recording from TV. The picture from a TV or VCR appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (6) Press X on your camcorder at the scene where you want to start recording from.
OUT S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO AUDIO / VIDEO
Press x on both your camcorder and the VCR. Notes To enable smooth transition, we recommend that you do not mix pictures recorded in the Hi8/standard 8 with the Digital8 system on a tape. If you fast-forward or slow-playback on the other equipment, the image being recorded may fluctuate. When recording from other equipment, be sure to play back the original tape at normal speed. If your VCR is a monaural type Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video output jack and the white or the red plug to the audio output jack on the VCR or the TV. When the white plug is connected, the left channel audio is output, and the red plug is connected, the right channel audio is output. If your TV or VCR has an S video jack Connect using an S video cable (not supplied) to obtain high-quality pictures. With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect an S video cable (not supplied) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and the TV or VCR.
Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (not supplied) to DV IN/OUT and to DV IN/OUT of the DV products. With digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing.
(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 VTR. (3) Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings (p. 64). (4) Press z REC and the button on its right simultaneously on your camcorder, then immediately press X on your camcorder. (5) Press N on the VCR to start playback. The picture from a TV or VCR appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (6) Press X on your camcorder at the scene where you want to start recording from.

POWER switch VTR

Icon/item HiFi SOUND

Mode z STEREO 1 2

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 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 To adjust the balance between the stereo 1 and stereo 2
TBC stands for Time Base Corrector. DNR* z ON OFF VTR
DNR stands for Digital Noise Reduction. AUDIO MIX VTR

PB MODE z AUTO

To automatically select the system (Hi8/ standard 8 or Digital8 ) that was used to record on the tape, and play back the tape To play back a tape that was recorded in the Hi8/standard 8 system when your camcorder does not automatically distinguish the recording system To convert digital video signals into analog video signals via your camcorder. To convert analog video signals into digital video siginals via your camcorder A/V t DV appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (P. 59)

A/V t DV OUT z OFF ON

* When you play back tapes recorded in the Hi8/standard 8 system only.
Notes on AUDIO MIX When playing back a tape recorded in the 16-bit mode, you cannot adjust the balance. You can adjust the balance only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. Note on PB MODE The mode will return to the default setting when: you remove the battery pack or power source. you turn the POWER switch.
Icon/item LCD B. L. Mode Meaning z BRT NORMAL To set the brightness on the LCD screen normal BRIGHT To brighten the LCD screen To adjust the color on the LCD screen, turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the following bar to lighten VF B.L* to darken VTR CAMERA MEMORY MEMORY VTR MEMORY
POWER switch VTR CAMERA MEMORY VTR CAMERA MEMORY

LCD COLOR

z BRT NORMAL To set the brightness in the viewfinder normal BRIGHT To brighten viewfinder z OFF MULTI SCRN z FINE STANDARD Not to record continuously To record 9 images continuously (p. 78) To record still images in the fine image quality mode, using the Memory Stick To record still images in the standard image quality mode, using the Memory Stick To record moving subjects To record stopping subjects in high quality To cancel print marks on still images To write a print mark on the recorded still images you want to print out later Not to protect still images To protect selected still images against accidental erasure (p. 97) To play back images in a continuous loop (p. 95) To delete all the images (p. 99) To cancel formatting. To format an inserted Memory Stick. 1. Select FORMAT with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial. 2. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select FORMAT, then press the dial. 3. After EXECUTE appears, press the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial. FORMATTING appears during formatting. COMPLETE appears when formatting is finished. To duplicate still images (p. 87)

Recording still images on Memory Stick Memory Photo recording
You can select the FIELD or FRAME mode in still image recording. Your camcorder compensates for camera-shake when recording moving subjects in the FIELD mode. Your camcorder records still images in high quality in the FRAME mode. Select the FIELD or FRAME in the menu settings (p. 64). Before operation Insert a Memory Stick into your camcorder.
(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly. The green z mark stops flashing, then lights up. The brightness of the image and focus are adjusted, being targeted for the middle of the image and are fixed. Recording does not start yet. (3) Press PHOTO deeper. The image displayed on the screen will be recorded on the Memory Stick. Recording is complete when the bar scroll indicator disappears.

FINE 21 / 40

Number of images can be recorded on the Memory Stick Number of recorded images
Notes When recording fast-moving subjects in the FRAME mode, the recorded image blurry. When recording in the FRAME mode, your camcorder may not correct camera-shake. We recommend that you shoot objects with a tripod. When recording still images at step 2 with the PHOTO button pressed lightly, the image momentarily flickers. This is not a malfunction. Before you shoot in autofocus mode, check that the subject is in sharp focus. The brightness of the picture and focus are adjusted on the center portion of the image.
When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work: wide mode, digital effect, picture effect, title, low lux mode of PROGRAM AE. When you are recording a still image You can neither turn off the power nor press PHOTO. When you press the PHOTO button on the Remote Commander Your camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen when you press the button.
Recording images continuously
You can record still images continuously. Multi screen mode You can record 9 still images continuously on a single page.
(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU to make the menu display appear. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CONTINUOUS, then press the dial. (5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired setting, then press the dial. (6) Press MENU to erase the menu display.
MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS MULT I SCRN QUAL I TY FLD. / FRAME PR I NT MARK PROTECT SL I DE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN [MENU] : END
If the capacity of the Memory Stick becomes full

0 : 00 : 00 : / 40 F I NE
0 : 30 : 00 : / 40 F I NE

SAV I NG 0

MEMORY SET QUAL I TY F I NE PR I NT MARK PROTECT DELETE ALL FORMAT PHOTO SAVE RETURN [MENU] : END
MEMORY SET QUAL I TY PR I NT MARK PROTECT DELETE ALL FORMAT PHOTO SAVE READY RETURN [MENU] : END

0 : 00 : 00 : 00

21 / 40 F I NE

PHOTO BUTTON

[PHOTO] : START

To stop copying

Press MENU to stop copying.
When the memory of the Memory Stick is full
MEMORY FULL appears on the LCD screen, and the copying stops. Insert another Memory Stick and repeat the procedure from step 2. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Never shake or strike your camcorder. As well do not turn the power off, eject the Memory Stick or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the image data breakdown may occur. To record all the images recorded on the tape Rewind the tape all the way back and start copying. If the write-protect tab on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK NOT READY appears when you select PHOTO SAVE in the menu settings. When you change the Memory Stick in the middle of copying Your camcorder resumes copying from the last image recorded on the previous Memory Stick.
Viewing a still image Memory Photo playback
You can play back still images recorded on a Memory Stick. You can also play back 6 images at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a Memory Stick into your camcorder.
(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VTR. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. (3) Press MEMORY PLAY. The last recorded image is displayed. (4) Press MEMORY +/ to select the desired still image. To see the previous image, press MEMORY. To see the next image, press MEMORY +.
MEMORY OFF (CHARGE) CAMERA
To stop memory photo playback
Press MEMORY PLAY. To play back recorded images on a TV screen Connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder before the operation. When operating memory photo playback on a TV or the LCD screen, the image quality may appear to have deteriorated. This is not a malfunction. The image data is as good as ever. Turn the audio volume of the TV down before operation, or noise (howling) may be output from the TV speakers. If NO FILE appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder No image is recorded on the Memory Stick. Image data modified with personal computers or shot with other equipment You may not be able to play them back with your camcorder.
Viewing a still image Memory Photo playback Screen indicators during still image playback
Image number/Total number of recorded images

100-/ 40 MEMORY PLAY

Print mark Protect indicator

Data file name

Playing back 6 recorded images at a time (index screen)

About i.LINK 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 86. 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.
Changing the lithium battery in your camcorder
When replacing the lithium battery, keep the battery pack or other power source attached. Otherwise, you will need to reset the date, time and other items in the menu settings hold in memory by the lithium battery. Insert the battery with the positive (+) side facing out. When the battery becomes weak or dead, the W indicator flashes on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder for about 5 seconds when you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 or Duracell DL-2025 lithium battery. Use of any other battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturers instructions.

(--) -

WARNING The battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, nor dispose of it in fire. Lithium battery Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children. Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor. Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to ensure good contact. Lithium battery installed at the factory This battery may not last 1 year.
Changing the lithium battery in your camcorder Changing the lithium battery
(1) Open the LCD panel and open the lid of the lithium battery compartment. (2) Push the lithium battery in the direction of the arrow and pull it out from the holder. (3) Install a Sony CR2025 or Duracell DL-2025 lithium battery with the positive (+) side facing out. (4) Close the lid.

Troubleshooting

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 LCD screen, in the viewfinder or the display window, the self-diagnosis display function has worked. See page 113.

The picture is recorded in incorrect or unnatural colors. Picture appears too bright, and the subject does not appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. A horizontal black band appears when shooting a TV screen or computer screen.

In the playback mode

Cause and/or Corrective Actions The POWER switch is set to CAMERA, MEMORY or OFF (CHARGE). c Set it to VTR. (p. 24) The tape has run out. The playback button does not work. c Rewind the tape. (p. 24) The video head may be dirty. There are horizontal lines on the picture or the playback picture is c Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning not clear or does not appear. cassette (not supplied). (p. 118) The stereo tape is played back with HiFi SOUND set to 2 No sound or only a low sound is heard when playing back a tape. in the menu settings. c Set it to STEREO. (p. 64) The volume is turned to minimum. c Open the LCD panel and press VOLUME +. (p. 24) AUDIO MIX is set to ST2 side in the menu settings. c Adjust AUDIO MIX. (p. 64) The tape has a blank portion in the recorded portion The date search does not work correctly. (p. 53) The picture which is recorded in the PB MODE is set to / in the menu settings. Digital8 system is not played back. c Set it to AUTO. (p. 64) / in the menu settings. (p. 64) The tape which is recorded in the Hi8 Set PB MODE to
The tape does not move when a video control button is pressed. /standard 8 system is not played back correctly.
(Continued on the following page)
Troubleshooting In the recording and playback modes
The power does not turn on.
The end search function does not work. The end search function does not work correctly. The battery pack is quickly discharged.
Cause and/or Corrective Actions The battery pack is not installed, or is dead or nearly dead. c Install a charged battery pack. (p. 10, 11) The AC power adaptor is not connected to a wall outlet. c Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall outlet. (p. 14) The tape was ejected after recording. You have not recorded on the new 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. 11) The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged. c Replace with a new battery pack. (p. 10) 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. 10) The battery is dead. c Use a charged battery pack. (p. 10, 11) Charge the battery pack fully again so that the indication on the battery remaining indicator is correct.

Self-diagnosis display (p. 113) Moisture condensation has occurred* Fast flashing: Eject the cassette, turn off your camcorder, and leave it for about 1 hour with the cassette compartment open. (p. 117) You need to eject the cassette* Slow flashing: The write-protect tab on the cassette is out (red). (p. 15) Fast flashing: Moisture condensation has occurred. (p. 117) The tape has run out. The self-diagnosis display function is activated. (p. 113)
Warning indicator as to file Slow flashing: The file is corrupted. (p. 72) The file is unreadable. (p. 72) Warning indicator as to tape or battery** Slow flashing: The battery is nearly dead. The tape is near the end. Fast flashing: The battery is dead. The tape has run out. *
* You hear the melody or beep sound. ** This indicator appears in the viewfinder only. (DCR-TRV520 only)

Warning messages

CLOCK SET FOR InfoLITHIUM BATTERY ONLY 8mm TAPE t SP REC Hi8 TAPE t LP/SP REC Q Z TAPE END Q NO TAPE CLEANING CASSETTE** COPY INHIBIT FULL Reset the date and time. (p. 71) Use an InfoLITHIUM battery pack. (p. 13) Use Hi8 /Digital8 in the LP mode.* (p. 68) The tape has run out.* Insert a cassette tape.* (P. 15) The video heads are dirty. (p. 118) You tried to record a picture that has a copyright control signal.* (p. 102) The Memory Stick is full.* (p. 79) The write-protect tab on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK.* (p. 72) No still image is recorded on the Memory Stick.* (p. 89) No Memory Stick is inserted.* (p. 74) The Memory Stick data is corrupted.* (p. 72) Check the type of formatting.* The Memory Stick has more than one directory such as 100msdcf.*

tapes when you record

NO FILE NO MEMORY STICK MEMORY STICK ERROR FORMAT ERROR

- DIRECTORY ERROR

* You hear the melody or beep sound. ** The x indicator and CLEANING CASSETTE message appear one after another on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.
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].

AC-L10A/L10B/L10C

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, 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, Great Britain, Holland, Hong Kong, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, etc. PAL-M system Brazil PAL-N system Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay SECAM system Bulgaria, France, Guyana, Hungary, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Poland, Russia, Ukraine, etc.

When you play back in the Hi8/Standard 8 (analog) system The video head may be dirty when: playback pictures contain noise. playback pictures are hardly visible. playback pictures do not appear.
If the above problem occurs, clean the video heads with the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (not supplied). Check the picture and if the above problem persists, repeat cleaning.
Removing dust from inside the viewfinder (DCR-TRV520 only)
(1) 1Remove the screw with a screwdriver (not supplied). 2Then, while holding the RELEASE knob up, 3turn the eyecup in a counterclockwise direction and pull it out. (2) Clean the surface with a commercially available blower for a still camera. (3) Turn the eyecup in a clockwise direction, then replace the screw.
Caution Do not remove any other screws. You may remove only the screw to remove the eyecup.
Maintenance information and precautions 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 this 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 of the lens. Keep the POWER switch set to OFF (CHARGE) 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 appear on the image. 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 or in the viewfinder. This is not a malfunction. While using your camcorder, the back of the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a malfunction.

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

Note on dry batteries

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 flows 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.

Specifications

Video camera recorder
System Video recording system 2 rotary heads Helical scaning system Audio recording system Rotary heads, PCM system Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 32 kHz, stereo 1, stereo 2), 16 bits (Fs 48 kHz, stereo) Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Recommended cassette Hi8/Digital8 video cassette Recording/playback time (using 120 min. Hi8 video cassette) SP mode: 1 hour LP mode: 1 hour and 30 minuites Fastforward/rewind time (using 120 min. Hi8 video cassette) Approx. 5 min. Viewfinder Electric Viewfinder DCR-TRV520: monochrome DCR-TRV525: color Image device 1/4 type CCD (Charge Coupled Device) Approx. 460,000 pixels (Effective: Approx. 290,000 pixels) Lens Combined power zoom lens Filter diameter 1 7/16 in. (37 mm) 25 (Optical), 450 (Digital) Focal length 5/32 - 2 7/8 in. (3.7 - 92.5 mm) When converted to a 35 mm still camera 1 5/8 - 32 3/8 in. (48 - 1200 mm) Color temperature Auto Minimum illumination 1 lux (F 1.6) 0 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 input/output 4-pin mini DIN Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced Audio/Video input/output AV MINIJACK, 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced, sync negative 327 mV, (at output impedance more than 47 kilohms) Output impedance with less than 2.2 kilohms/Stereo minijack ( 3.5 mm) Input impedance more than 47 kilohms DV input/output 4-pin connector Headphone jack Stereo minijack ( 3.5 mm) LANC /DIGITAL I/O jack Stereo mini-minijack ( 2.5 mm) Transfer rate: Max 115.2 Kbps RS-232C based MIC jack Stereo minijack ( 3.5 mm) LCD screen Picture DCR-TRV520: 3.5 type 2 7/in. (72.2 50.4 mm) DCR-TRV525: 3 type 2 1/3/4 in. (61.0 43.8 mm) Total dot number 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 4.2W Viewfinder DCR-TRV520: 3.3W DCR-TRV525: 3.0W Operating temperature 32 F to 104 F (0 C to 40 C) Storage temperature 4 F to +140 F (20 C to +60 C) Dimensions (Approx.) DCR-TRV520: 4 3/1/1/4 in. (233 mm) (w/h/d) DCR-TRV525: 4 3/1/1/4 in. (207 mm) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 2 lb 2 oz (980 g) excluding the battery pack, lithium battery, cassette and shoulder strap 2 lb 6 oz (1.1 kg) including the battery pack NP-F330, lithium battery CR2025, 120min. Hi8 cassette, and shoulder strap Supplied accessories See page 5.

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.
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. Commander modes 1, 2 and 3 are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. 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.
Identifying the parts and controls Operation indicators
LCD screen and Viewfinder Display window

qa qs qd

REC 0:00:00
ZERO SET MEMORY DATE 01 SEARCH A/V DV 16B I T

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M.FADER 16:9WIDE SEPIA

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ws wd wf
qg Tape counter indicator (p. 19, 48, 52)/ Time code indicator (p. 19)/Selfdiagnosis display indicator (p. 113)/ Tape photo recording indicator (p. 29) qh Remaining tape indicator (p. 19) qj ZERO SET MEMORY indicator (p. 48, 52, 63) qk Search mode indicator (p. 23, 53, 55) ql NIGHTSHOT indicator (p. 20) w; A/V t DV indicator (p. 66)/ DV IN indicator (p. 61) wa Audio mode indicator (p. 68) ws Warning indicators (p. 114) wd Recording lamp (p. 16) (DCR-TRV520 only) This indicator appears in the viewfinder. wf Video flash ready indicator This indicator appears when you use the video flash light (not supplied). wg Tape counter indicator (p. 19, 48, 52)/ Time code indicator (p. 19)Selfdiagnosis display indicator (p. 113)/ Remaining battery time indicator (p. 11) wh FULL charge indicator (p. 11)
1 Recording mode indicator (p. 16) /Mirror mode indicator (p. 17) 2 Format indicator (p. 102) , or indicator appears. 3 Remaining battery time indicator (p. 11, 19) 4 Zoom indicator (p. 18)/Exposure indicator (p. 42) 5 Fader indicator (p. 34)/Digital effect indicator (p. 38, 50) 6 Wide mode indicator (p. 32) FRAME indicator (p. 77) 7 Picture effect indicator (p. 36, 49) 8 LCD bright indicator (p. 17)/Volume indicator (p. 24)/Data code indicator (p. 25) 9 PROGRAM AE indicator (p. 40) 0 Backlight indicator (p. 20) qa SteadyShot off indicator (p. 65) qs Manual focusing indicator (p. 43) qd Self-timer indicator (p. 22) qf STBY/REC indicator (p. 16)/Video control mode (p. 26)

Quick Function Guide

Functions to adjust exposure (in the recording mode)
In a dark place In insufficient light In dark environments such as sunset, fireworks, or general night views Shooting backlit subjects In spotlight, such as at the theater In strong light or reflected light, such as at a beach in midsummer or on a ski slope NIGHTSHOT (p. 20) Low lux mode (p. 40) Sunset & moon mode (p. 40) BACK LIGHT (p. 20) Spotlight mode (p. 40) Beach & ski mode (p. 40)

CCC-101/ CCC-103

Unique Features SPAD Shoulder Strap Thermoplastic padded shoulder strap. On Board These bags meet the strict new airline regulations for carry-on luggage size. Due to constantly changing airline regulations, please check with your carrier prior to departure. Yelloop The interiors of KATAs bags are made of a loop fabric to which you can attach the Modi-Vers dividers. They are a bright yellow, so that the contents can be viewed with ease. Modi-Vers System compatible This System allows you to create compartments that meet your requirements. The divider can be cut with scissors to any desired size. You can attach the newly cut divider to another divider or the walls of the bag with a special Velcro connector.

Reference Chart CCC-101

Brand Model Canon GL-2, XM-1, GL-1, XM-2 JVC Sony
JY-VS200 DCR TRV820, DCR TRV340, DCR TRV517, DCR TRV520, TRV740, DCR TRV310, DCR TRV830, DCR TRV840, DCR DCR TRV58, DCR TRV58, DCR TRV67, DCR TRV68, DCR DCR TRV130, DCR TRV140, DCR TRV230, DCR TRV240, DCR TRV530, TRV730, DCR TRV330, DCR DCR TRV308, DCR TRV608, DCR TRV720, DCR TRV98, DCR TRV37, DCR TRV57, TRV88, DCR TRV320, DCR TRV108, DCR VX1000, DCR TRV87

CCC-103

Brand Canon JVC Model
GL-2, XM-1, GL-1, XM-2 GR DV301E, JY-HD10U, JY-VS200, GR DV300, GR DV300U, GR DV300E, GR DV300E
Panasonic AG DVC80, AG DVX100A, AG DVC30 Sony
DCR VX1000, DCR VX2100, DCR VX2000, DSR PDX-10, DSR 10P, DSR PD-170 [DSR 170P] , DSR 150 [DSR 150P] , HDR Z1 [(HDV)] , HDR FX1 [(HDV)]