Sony camcorder battery question

[BuhBuh-Ray]

Hello,

I am sorry if this topic is not in the good forum, or is not directly related to DVD, but since it relates to a form of video, i decided to try to post my question in here. However, i wasn't sure in what section to post. Mods, feel free to move it if required.

I have a Sony TRV-118 analog camcorder. I'm very pleased with it, even if it's analog, it does well what I need it to do. The only problem is that that camcorder doesn't allow the use of third-party batteries. They won't charge, and the camera won't even start as it will display a "for InfoLithium battery only" error message. And those Sony branded batteries are way too expensive.

So, I'm wondering if someone knows if that "Infolithium" thing can be disabled somehow with a hack, key sequences, etc. I've tried googling for that but couldn't find anything useful. Since this site has some DVD hacks, maybe something similar exists somewhere for camcorders... If that kind of info doesn't exist, does someone know of a brand or supplier of third-party battery that does work with this camcorder and is compatible with the InfoLithium system ?

Any input would be appreciated. Thanks.

[EDIT] Oops, after posting, I've found the DV forum, probably where this topic should have posted. Sorry mods...

[daamon]

Try searching / posting at www.camcorderinfo.com

[edDV]

Lots of 3rd party InfoLithium equiv batteries

http://www.atbatt.com/camcorder-batteries/b/Sony/m/CCD-TRV118.asp
http://www.ebatts.com/sony_ccd-trv118_camcorder_accessories.aspx

[holy2050]

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A good shop for Camcorder Battery, video camera battery!

[wenwenlucky]

There are a lot of third-parties can supply the batteries. There is a nice online shop,which sells sony camcoder battery

The quaility is very good,and price is also very cheap. Just have a check.Hope you enjoy it.







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