I have a Sony DCR-TRV22 and it only records in black and white. Is there a simple fix?

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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Need go buy a cleaning tape from any local retailer and play for one minute. Video should comes back up.

is it able to record audio? are you able to see the indicators on the lcd screen? are you able to playback previous tapes with recording...if you say yes to all of the questions, there is no doubt that you dont have an issue with the lcd screen. the issue that your having is with the ccd imaging sensor. sony has a recall program for this specific model yrs back, unfortunately its already been discontinued and if you send it to them,it will be treated as an out-of-warranty repair.

Turn on the colors.

Couple of questions,
Is it Sony DCR-TRV22 camcorder? please confirm model number.
Can you see fine and clear picture in playback of old recorded tapes in camcorder?
Let me know info to proceed.
Thanks.

Hi,
Download driver update for Windows Vista from Sony Support for DCR-TRV22 camcorder.

I dont know the cost of repair because I dont live in usa.

What is the message/ error code flashing in your camera?

Check out sony's web site, they are providing all the drivers for there camera's

http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/swu-download.pl?mdl=DCRTRV22&upd_id=1452&os_id=7

hope this helps

Cheers

it is a common problem with them. sony has a recall on ccd imager for this model. call sony and they will fix it for free