Sony CCD-TRV21 Video8 (8mm) Handycam Camcorder

Sony CCD-TRV21 NTSC Video8 Handycam camcorder, made in Japan (September 1996). Records and plays back standard 8mm (Video8) cassettes. Features a 2.5" built-in color LCD monitor, black-and-white electronic viewfinder, 24x digital zoom, and SteadyShot.

Tested — What Works

- Powers on via included AC adaptor

- Records video — clean picture

- Plays back pre-recorded tapes with video AND audio

- A/V output tested to a TV — clean video and audio through the included A/V cable

- Built-in speaker works

- Headphone jack works

- 2.5" LCD monitor works

- Zoom works

- Tape transport, load, play & eject works very well

Not Working — Disclosure

This camcorder does NOT record audio from the built-in microphone. Video records normally, but audio comes back silent on clips recorded on this unit. The video heads were cleaned with no change. Playback audio from existing tapes is fully functional — only the microphone/audio-record function is affected.

Good for Tape Transfer

This unit plays back both video and audio from existing tapes, and the A/V output has been tested to a TV with clean picture and sound. It works as a player for transferring old Video8 / 8mm cassettes to digital. The microphone limitation does not affect playback.

Format Note

This is a standard 8mm (Video8) camcorder. It does NOT play or record Hi8 or Digital8 tapes.

Included

- Sony CCD-TRV21 camcorder

- Sony AC-V16 AC power adaptor with cable

- One battery pack

- Sony 6C battery case N60

- A/V connecting cable

- Soft carrying case with shoulder strap

- Camcorder cleaning kit

- One Video8 cassette

No remote control included. Two battery packs are included but do not hold a useful charge — the camcorder runs on the included AC adapter.

Cosmetic Condition

Good for its age. Light scuffing consistent with use and a visible scratch in the top plastic panel near the SONY logo. Lens and LCD are clean. See photos & video for exact condition.

Sold as tested and described above.