Auto off/Webcam

[Dom]

I recently hooked up my Sony DCR-TRV14 to my computer via USB so I can use it as a webcam sometimes. The problem is it automatically turns off after 5 mins of being on without recording, to save battery life. This is such a pain, because it means I have to keep reconnecting the camera etc each time.

I'm sure there is a way round this auto-off thing, anyone else got a Sony and know how to turn the function off?

Thanks, Dom

[Marc Peters]

What happens if you switch to mains supply?

[Pieguy]

it still goes off after 3 mins, which is crazy. I find it really annoying because I cant record time-lapse with my computer.

[Dom]

Oh right, yeah it still goes off Marc.. so it doesn't look too good then?

[Dom]

I know how to do it now, you have to take the tape out...

[Marc Peters]

Well done

[Pieguy]

but doesn't it have the flashing yellow "no tape" symbol then?

[Marc Peters]

Not on the PC screen that'll be an overlay on the LCD...