How do I reset my Sony Handycam 8?

Turn off the camcorder. Disconnect AC power adapter. Remove the battery pack….

Go to the MENU.
Go to Setup.
Go to General Settings.
Select Initialize.
Select OK. NOTES: After the camcorder reboots, the time and date settings menu will be displayed. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the initial settings.

How can I watch my 8mm video tapes?

Even though 8mm/Hi8 tapes are not physically compatible with a VHS VCR, you still have the ability to watch your tapes using your camcorder, and even copy those camcorder videos to VHS or DVD. To watch your tapes, plug in your Camcorder’s AV output connections to the corresponding inputs on your TV.

Can a Sony camcorder play back a Hi8 tape?

Most Sony Digital8 camcorders can play back Hi8 and Video 8 tapes, especially the earlier models of Digital 8 as this was one of the features to draw in Hi8 and Video8 users. Some later model Digital8 camcorders did not have this Hi8 playback feature so be careful when buying one.

Can a Sony Digital8 play back 8mm video?

Not all models of Sony Digital8 camcorders are capable of Hi8 and 8mm playback, so I compiled a list of models that had this capability, as ones that did not. There are 28 Sony Digital8 Camcorders with 8mm and Hi8 Playback capability, meaning they can play back tapes that were recorded in Video8 or Hi8 format, as well as recorded in Digital8.

What to do if your Sony camcorder won’t play?

Turn off the camcorder. Disconnect the battery or AC adapter from the camcorder. Allow the camcorder to remain without power for 30 seconds. Reconnect the battery or AC adapter.

Are there any camcorders that can play 8mm video?

Here is the full list of all NTSC/US Digital8 camcorders can play back tapes originally recorded in 8mm (Video 8) or Hi8 analog formats, as well as links to each models user manuals. Also included are links to each camcorder on eBay. Amazon does have some Digital8 Camcorders but its limited so best to search for Digital 8 Camcorders on Amazon.