20 Most Recent Sony Handycam DCR-TRV250 Digital Camcorder - Page 4 Questions & Answers

just so you know, your camera model was included in the list for what we call the "ccd program". this program has ran for 5 years and unfortunately ended march this year. sony gave free repairs for cameras and camcorders affected by the defective ccd imaging sensor before the said date. issue with the camera shows a black or distorted screen in camera mode. but the you should still be able to see the indicators on the screen. when switch to vcr you should be able to play back previous recordings that you made. better to really make sure its a ccd issue, play a tape that you're sure contains a movie recording and play it, then set it to camera mode and see if you get just a black screen. if you try recording using a tape, you may see nothing but should hear the audio part. if this is what's happening we can be sure it's a ccd issue. if your camcorder just won't turn on in camera mode, maybe the power switch turned defective or it can be other parts of the unit that stopped working.if this is the case, then of course, your unit may require service to address the problem.hope this info helps.thanks:)

This is usually caused by a defective CCD image sensor and can be repaired fairly inexpensively. However, it’s not a user serviceable problem and will need to be repaired qualified service technician.

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Go to my computer, find the camera, double-click the file, drag and drop the file over to another computer folder of your choice.

Hello

OK, unfortunately, this is a firmware problem. This is not a very common occurrence, but, it does happen. If the camera is still in the warranty period, i would suggest that you take it back to point of purchase.

If the camera is already out of the warranty period, you still need to take it back, because you will not be able to update the firmware yourself.

Also, if you have dropped the camera, it might be a cracked circuit board.

Please do not hesitate to let me know if you have any further questions.

Kind regards
Andrea

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Vista is not supported

The chances are that it does blink on that camera till it is fully charged, it can take 5 hours to fully charge, as my 250 does too.

Easy, plug a Firewire into camera, other end in Firewire socket of PC and use a bit of standard software called Movie maker, this is mostly built-in windows Vista/ Win 7 ok, if not they buy software from PC shop, see www.bargainshopping.org.uk

this should help

http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/select-system.pl?PRODTYPE=37

Try doing this following steps in correcting the problem of the camera.

Turn off the camcorder.
Remove the battery or disconnect the AC power adapter for 60 seconds.
Insert the battery or reconnect the AC adapter.
Turn on the camcorder.
If the error message appears, try to shake the camera a bit and if still not working Hit the camcorder top bottom and sides with minimum force.

If after doing those steps still not working a service is already require for the unit.

Two things come to mind. either the film has adheared it self to the video drum if the set had some condension or the mech guide arm on the right take up side has come off and jammed. I've seen both problems. You will have to take it all apart unplug the loading motor and manual extract the tape. Normal about a $100 repair at my shop. But this is sight unseen. Larry's Electronics [email protected]

The dcr-trv250 has to common problems that apply to your camcorder. Bad iris or bad ccd imager. I've seen about a 100 of each lately. Look into the lens while you turn the power off then back on into camera mode. You will be able to see the iris open. If you don't see it open then it's most likely bad. Larry's Electronics Sacramento Ca. 916-362-8708 [email protected]

5-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Action C:04:xx You are using a battery pack that is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. C:21:xx Moisture condensation has occurred. Eject the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least one hour to acclimatize. C:22:xx The video heads are dirty. Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette. C:31:xx
C:32:xx A malfunction other than the above that you can service has occurred.

• Eject the cassette and insert it again, then operate your camcorder.
• Disconnect the power cord of the AC Adapter or remove the battery pack. After reconnecting the power source, operate your camcorder.

Hope this helps

if you lost the disc, there is no available download for the supplied software from the sony support site. you may need to purchase that from parts (18004887669) part# 307894306 $29.95+shipping and taxes. now if your using win xp, you can just download the driver from this site:
http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/swu-download.pl?mdl=DCRTRV250&upd_id=1452&os_id=7

and proceed with installation.onve installed and pc rebooted, you can use windows moviemaker for your video capturing software.no need to pay for the software. if unfortunately you have win vista and win7, forget it the supplied software (pixela imagemixer 1.5) is not compatible.so it's just a waste of money. better to go this route, connect the camcorder to your computer using dv (ilink or ieee1394) connection. of course you would need an ieee1394 card installed in your computer.so if you have it its should be a plug-and-play connection and you can use windows moviemaker for your video capturing application. hope this helps.thanks:)

yes.its possible.check p.119 of your operation manual and follow the instructions.hope this helps.thanks:)

http://www.docs.sony.com/release/DCRTRV250.PDF

8mm video
Example:
a) Sony Hi8
b) Sony 8

Hi,
This problem aeries commonly in Sony handy cams, Although the remedy is bit technical and need professional expertness to remove this problem but here i would like to explain a little to understand better,
In the picture given below a connection is just need readjustment,



But the problem is that,It is not an easy task and can perform only by an expert because to fix this problem first complete mechanical needs to open and then close in the proper way.
And all in short if you have any experience then please go a head and if don't have any experience earlier then please contact any expert nearby to fix it and it will not a costly job and you just have to pay labor charges only no part is required to fix it.
Hope you will understand my sayings,
Thanks

it is an error code for the humidity sensor (dew)
try disconnect battery and pwr pack
for 60 sec and try it back
if its not work you may need service to fix it.

This is a common problem with alot of Sony CamCorders...The solution is simple.....GIVE IT A WHACK!!!

Seriously, Take the battery off the device, Give the camera a smart "smack" on the tape side of the unit and power it back up.

works in 90% of cases!!!