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Sony Handycam DCR-TRV340 Digital Camcorder Questions & Answers
WHAT IS PB MODE
It determines the mode in which the camcorder plays back videos from tape. See page 108 in
the manual for more details.
Error code 31.23 sony trv 340
Error code 31:23 indicates a fault in the tape transport system. This can be caused by several things including the transmission not engaging properly, a missing pinch roller, a defective clutch in the take-up or a faulty rotary mode switch and will require disassembly to repair. This can usually be repaired fairly inexpensively. However, it's not really a user serviceable problem and should be looked at by a qualified technician. Below is a link to a repair shop that should be able to help you.www.discountcamerarepair.com
I am getting error 31:23
Error code 31:23 indicates a problem in the cameras tape transport system. This can be caused by several problems including the transmission gear in the tape mechanism not engaging properly, a defective clutch in the take-up spool or a faulty rotary mode switch. This will require disassembling the camera to repair and can be done fairly inexpensively. However, it's not really a user serviceable problem and should be repaired by a qualified service technician.
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I can't watch back my recorded cassette, on my
Sony is pretty secretive about the :23 code. It can't be found anywhere.
However, to service the C:31 code, Sony recommends you do the
following:
- 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, service may be required.
If your camcorder still shows the same error code, then you'll have to send in your camcorder for service.
My DCR-TRV340 is having playback
This is usually caused by an oxidized, misaligned or defective Audio/Video drum. You can try running a cleaning tape through the camera. If this does not solve the problem the camera will need to be serviced by a qualified service technician.
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I have a Sony DCR-TRV340,
There is a dew sensor in the camcorder that triggers the condesation warning. I am 100% sure that the sensor is malfunctioning. Getting the same replaced by an authorized camera tech should resolve this problem. Please get me your zipcode so that I can get you a list of techs in your area.
How do i load video
You need to purchase a Firewire (also known as a 1394) cable. Make sure the connector on the camera end is the small connector and the connector on the computer end is the large connector. Monoprice is a great place to get cables. Here is a link to the cable you want:
4P to 6P Firewire (1394) CableYou then need to use "capture" software do actually capture the Digital 8 tapes. This is built into most editing programs, like Studio (from Pinnacle). There is also a really good shareware capture program called Scenalyzer:
Scenalyzer Web Sitethat I highly recommend. Once you have the cable and the capture software, you will be able to transfer the video. Digital 8 video will consume 13 GBytes of hard drive space for each hour of video. You then edit this, and when you are finished, you "render" the result to MPEG-2 to make a DVD, or to MP4 if you want to upload to YouTube.
Camera does not power up
Hi,
Do you get charging light lit when ac charger hooked in camcorder while battery is attached?
Let me know above info to find out possible reason of problem in Sony DCR-TRV340 camcorder.
Thanks.
The cassette does not eject
Tape mechanism problems can be quite complicated but they can usually be repaired fairly inexpensively. However, it's not a user serviceable problem and will need to be diagnosed by a qualified service technician.
My name is Rick and I'm a professional repair technician with over 20 years in the business and have repaired many of these. I'm semi retired and work from home with little overhead so I can keep repair costs low. If you decide to have the camera repaired, please click HERE for a directory listing that suits your needs.
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