3-073-855-12 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCR-TRV Model No. AC- Serial No. Serial No.
Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam. With your Handycam, you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use. You will soon be producing home video that you can enjoy for years to come. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. For customers in the U.S.A.
Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Model No.: For customers in CANADA “Memory Stick” This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Getting Started SONY DCR-TRV25, DCRTRV27 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ07649 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 201-930-6972 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions.
Main Features Recording moving pictures or still images, and playing them back Main Features •Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” using the USB cable* (p. 169, 173) •Viewing images recorded on a tape using the USB cable (p. 165) •Capturing images on your computer from your camcorder using the USB cable (p. 166) •Converting an analog signal into digital to capture images onto your computer (p. 174) 4 •Recording moving pictures on a tape (p. 26) •Recording still images on a tape (p.
Main Features Getting Started Other uses Functions for adjusting exposure in the recording mode •BACK LIGHT (p. 33) •NightShot/Super NightShot/Color Slow Shutter (p. 34) •PROGRAM AE (p. 58) •Adjusting the exposure manually (p. 60) Main Features Functions for giving images more impact •Digital zoom (p. 30) The default setting is OFF. (To zoom greater than 10×, select the digital zoom power in D ZOOM in the menu settings.) •Fader (p. 51) •Picture effect (p. 54) •Digital effect (p. 55) •Titles (p.
Table of contents Main Features ...................................... 4 Quick Start Guide – Recording on a tape ............................. 8 – Recording on a “Memory Stick” (except DCR-TRV16) ...................... 10 Getting Started Using this manual ................................. 12 Checking supplied accessories ............ 15 Step 1 Preparing the power supply ... 16 Installing the battery pack ............. 16 Charging the battery pack ............. 17 Connecting to a wall outlet ...........
Table of contents Viewing Images Using Your Computer Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” with your computer – For Macintosh users (except DCR-TRV16) .................... 173 Capturing images from an analog video unit on your computer – Signal convert function ............. 174 Customizing Your Camcorder Getting Started Recording moving pictures on a “Memory Stick” – MPEG movie recording ............ 125 Recording pictures from a tape as a moving picture .............................
Quick Start Guide – Recording on a tape This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on a tape of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Connecting the power cord (p. 22) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 16). Open the DC IN jack cover. Quick Start Guide AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette 1 Slide OPEN/ EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. 8 Connect the plug with its v mark facing up. (p.
Recording a picture (p. 26) 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. 3 Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. The picture appears on the screen. VCR POWE R OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 4 Press START/STOP. When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set to off. If you want to record the date and time for a picture, set the clock before recording (p. 23). Monitoring the playback picture on the LCD screen (p.
Quick Start Guide – Recording on a “Memory Stick” – Except DCR-TRV16 This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on a “Memory Stick” of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Connecting the power cord (p. 22) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 16). Open the DC IN jack cover. Quick Start Guide AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a “Memory Stick” Connect the plug with its v mark facing up. (p.
Recording a still image on a “Memory Stick” (p. 112) 2 Set the POWER switch to 1 Remove the lens cap. MEMORY while pressing the small green button. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. LOCK switch 3 Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. The picture appears on the screen. VCR POW ER OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 4 Press PHOTO 5 Press PHOTO lightly. deeper. PHOT O PHOT O When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set to off.
— Getting Started — Using this manual The instructions in this manual are for the four models listed in the table below. Before you start reading this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder. The DCR-TRV27 is the model used for illustration purposes. Otherwise, the model name is indicated in the illustrations. Any differences in operation are clearly indicated in the text, for example, “DCR-TRV27 only”.
Using this manual Note on Cassette Memory Your camcorder is based on the DV format. You can use only mini DV cassettes with your camcorder. We recommend that you use a tape with cassette memory . Getting Started Functions that require different operations depending on whether or not the tape has a cassette memory are: – END SEARCH (p. 37) – DATE SEARCH (p. 71) – PHOTO SEARCH (p. 73) Functions that you can operate only with the cassette memory are: – TITLE SEARCH (p. 70) – Superimposing a title (p.
Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on mounted models only) •The LCD screen and the finder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99 % of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and the finder. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way.
Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 0 Getting Started 1 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 216) 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 22) 3 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 216) 4 Battery pack (1) (p. 16, 17) NP-FM30: DCR-TRV16/TRV18 NP-FM50: DCR-TRV25/TRV27 7 5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 42) 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 213) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 26) 8 “Memory Stick” (1) (p.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack down until it clicks. 1 2 To remove the battery pack (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing BATT down. 1 2 BATT release button 2 If you use the large capacity battery pack If you install the NP-FM70/QM71/FM90/FM91/QM91 battery pack on your camcorder, extend its viewfinder.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack (1) Open the DC IN jack cover. Connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the plug’s v mark facing up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to the wall outlet. (4) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Charging begins. The remaining battery time is indicated in minutes on the display window.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator in the display window indicates the approximate recording time when recording using the viewfinder. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time “– – – – min” appears in the display window. When you use the AC power adaptor Place the AC power adaptor near a wall outlet.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Recording time DCR-TRV16/TRV18 NP-FM30 (supplied) Recording with the viewfinder Continuous Typical* 125 65 Recording with the LCD screen Continuous Typical* 90 45 NP-FM50 200 105 150 75 NP-FM70 415 220 310 165 NP-QM71 485 255 365 190 NP-FM90 630 340 475 255 NP-FM91/QM91 725 390 550 290 Getting Started Battery pack DCR-TRV25 Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) Recording with the viewfinder Continuous Typical* 145 75 Recording with the LCD screen
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Playing time DCR-TRV16/TRV18 Playing time on LCD screen 100 Playing time with LCD closed 135 NP-FM50 160 220 NP-FM70 335 450 NP-QM71 390 530 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM90 505 685 NP-FM91/QM91 585 785 Playing time on LCD screen 150 Playing time with LCD closed 200 DCR-TRV25 Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-FM70 310 415 NP-QM71 365 485 NP-FM90 475 630 NP-FM91/QM91 550 725 Playing time on LCD screen 135 Playing time with LCD closed
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Note Approximate recording time and continuous playing time at 25 °C (77 °F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment. Recommended charging temperature We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F).
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from a wall outlet using the AC power adaptor. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover. Connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the plug’s v mark facing up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
Step 2 Setting the date and time (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16), then press MENU to display the menu settings. , then press the dial. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CLOCK SET, then press the dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the desired year, then press the dial. (5) Set the month, day and hour by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial and pressing the dial.
Step 2 Setting the date and time The year changes as follows: 1995 T · · · · t 2002 T · · · · t 2079 If you do not set the date and time “– – – – – – – – –” and “– –:– –:– –” are recorded on the data code of the tape and the “Memory Stick” (except DCR-TRV16). Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle. •12:00 AM stands for midnight. •12:00 PM stands for noon.
Step 3 Inserting a cassette (1) Prepare the power supply. 2 OPEN/EJECT 3, 4 Getting Started OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. The (2) Slide cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens. (3) Push the center of the cassette back to insert the cassette. Insert the cassette straight as far as possible into the cassette compartment with the window facing up. on the cassette compartment.
— Recording – Basics — Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for you. (1) Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on its sides and pull the lens cap string to fix it. (2) Prepare the power supply and insert a cassette. See “Step 1” to “Step 3” for more information (p. 16 to p. 25). (3) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. This sets your camcorder to the standby mode. (4) To open the LCD panel, press OPEN. The viewfinder automatically turns off.
Recording a picture Note on the LOCK switch (except DCR-TRV16) When you slide the LOCK switch to the right, the POWER switch can no longer be set to MEMORY accidentally. LOCK switch is set to the left as the default setting. Recording – Basics To enable smooth transition Transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene is smooth as long as you do not eject the cassette even if you turn off your camcorder.
Recording a picture Adjusting the LCD screen The LCD panel can be opened up to 90 degrees. The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the viewfinder side and about 180 degrees to the lens side. 180° 90° When closing the LCD panel, set it vertically until it clicks, and swing it into the camcorder body. Note The viewfinder automatically turns off when using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode (p. 31). When you use the LCD screen outdoors in direct sunlight The LCD screen may be difficult to see.
Recording a picture Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen 2 Recording – Basics (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, VCR or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16). in the menu Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select LCD BRIGHT in settings (p. 178), then press the dial. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen with LCD BRIGHT, then press the dial. (3) Press MENU to make the menu settings disappear.
Recording a picture Using the zoom feature Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. Using the zoom function sparingly results in better-looking recordings. W: For wide-angle (subject appears farther away) T : For telephoto (subject appears closer) W W T T T W To use zoom greater than 10× Zoom greater than 10× is performed digitally. Digital zoom can be set to 20 × or 120 ×.
Recording a picture Shooting with the Mirror Mode This feature allows the camera subject to view him-or herself on the LCD screen. The subject uses this feature to check his or her own image on the LCD screen while you look at the subject in the viewfinder. Recording – Basics Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16). Rotate the LCD screen 180 degrees. The indicator appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD screen. Xz appears in the standby mode, and z appears in the recording mode.
Recording a picture Indicators displayed in the recording mode Indicators are not recorded on tapes. Remaining battery time Cassette memory This appears when using a cassette with cassette memory. Recording mode STBY/REC 50min REC 0:00:01 45min Time code/Tape counter Remaining tape This appears after you insert a cassette and record or play back for a while. JUL 4 2002 12:05:56 AM Time The time is displayed about five seconds after the power is turned on.
Recording a picture Shooting backlit subjects – BACK LIGHT When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the backlight function. Recording – Basics Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16), press BACK LIGHT. The . indicator appears on the screen. To cancel, press BACK LIGHT again. BACK LIGHT If you press EXPOSURE when shooting backlit subjects The backlight function will be canceled.
Recording a picture Shooting in the dark – NightShot/Super NightShot/Color Slow Shutter You can shoot a subject in a dark place. For example, you can satisfactorily record the environment of nocturnal animals for observation when you use this function. COLOR SLOW S SUPER NS NIGHTSHOT OFF ON COLOR SLOW S/ SUPER NS NightShot Light emitter Using NightShot Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16), slide NIGHTSHOT to ON. The and ”NIGHTSHOT” indicators flash on the screen.
Recording a picture While using NightShot, you cannot use the following functions: – Exposure – PROGRAM AE – White balance Recording – Basics Notes •Do not use the NightShot mode in bright places (e.g. the outdoors in the daytime). This may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •When you keep NIGHTSHOT set to ON in normal recording, the picture may be recorded in incorrect or unnatural colors. •If focusing is difficult with the autofocus mode when using the NightShot mode, focus manually.
Recording a picture Self-timer recording – Except DCR-TRV16 Recording with the self-timer starts in 10 seconds automatically. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) In the standby mode, press MENU, then select SELFTIMER in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 177). (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial. (3) Press MENU to make the menu settings disappear. (self-timer) indicator appears on the screen. The (4) Press START/STOP.
Checking recordings – END SEARCH/EDITSEARCH/Rec Review You can use these buttons to check the recorded picture or shoot so that the transition between the last recorded scene and the next scene you record is smooth. EDITSEARCH Recording – Basics END SEARCH END SEARCH You can go to the end of the recorded section after you record. Press END SEARCH in the standby mode. The last five seconds of the recorded section are played back and your camcorder returns to the standby mode.
— Playback – Basics — Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture on the screen. If you close the LCD panel, you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Prepare the power supply and insert the recorded tape. Set the POWER switch to VCR while pressing the small green button. Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. Press m to rewind the tape. Press N to start playback.
Playing back a tape To display the screen indicators – Display function Press DISPLAY on your camcorder or the Remote Commander. The indicators appear on the screen. To make the indicators disappear, press DISPLAY again. DATA CODE DISPLAY Playback – Basics DISPLAY About date/time and various settings Use the Remote Commander for this operation. In addition to images, your camcorder automatically records the recording data, including date/time and various settings on the tape (data code).
Playing back a tape Various settings Various settings are your camcorder’s information when you have recorded. In the recording mode, the various settings will not be displayed. When you use the data code function, bars (--- -- ----) appear if: – A blank portion of the tape is being played back. – The tape is unreadable due to tape damage or noise. – The tape was recorded by a camcorder without the date and time set.
Playing back a tape To view pictures at double speed Press ×2 on the Remote Commander during playback. For double speed playback in the reverse direction, press , then press ×2 on the Remote Commander. To resume normal playback, press N. To view pictures frame-by-frame Press C on the Remote Commander in the playback pause mode. For frame-by-frame playback in the reverse direction, press c. To resume normal playback, press N. Press END SEARCH in the stop mode.
Viewing the recording on TV Connect your camcorder to your TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder to watch playback pictures on the TV screen. You can operate the video control buttons in the same way as when you monitor playback pictures on the screen. When monitoring playback pictures on the TV screen, we recommend that you power your camcorder from a wall outlet using the AC power adaptor (p. 22). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV. Open the jack cover.
— Advanced Recording Operations — Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” during recording on a tape – Except DCR-TRV16 You can record still images on a “Memory Stick” in the tape recording or standby mode. You can also record still images on a tape (p. 46). Before operation •Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder (p. 106). •Set PHOTO REC in to MEMORY in the menu settings. (The default setting is MEMORY.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” during recording on a tape “Memory Stick” For more information, see page 105. Notes •Do not shake or strike your camcorder when you record still images. The image may fluctuate. •You cannot record still images on a “Memory Stick” during following operations.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” during recording on a tape Self-timer recording You can record still images on a “Memory Stick” with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. Before operation •Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder (p. 106). •Set PHOTO REC in to MEMORY in the menu settings. (The default setting is MEMORY.) 4 Advanced Recording Operations (1) In the standby mode, press MENU, then select SELFTIMER in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 177).
Recording still images on a tape – Tape Photo recording You can record still images such as photographs on tapes. You can record about 510 images in the SP mode and about 765 images in the LP mode on a 60-minute tape. (1) In the recording standby, set PHOTO REC in to TAPE in the menu settings (p. 177). (except DCR-TRV16) (2) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a still image appears. The picture becomes still image and the CAPTURE indicator appears. Recording does not start yet.
Recording still images on a tape – Tape Photo recording If you record a moving subject with the tape photo recording The picture may fluctuate when you play back the still images on other equipment. This is not a malfunction. To use tape photo recording using the Remote Commander Press PHOTO on the Remote Commander. Your camcorder records a picture on the screen immediately.
Adjusting the white balance manually You can manually adjust and set the white balance. This adjustment makes white subjects look white and allows more natural color balance. Normally white balance is automatically adjusted. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16). Press with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 176). MENU, then select WHT BAL in (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired white balance, then press dial.
Using the wide mode You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on a 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE). Black bands appear on the screen during recording in 16:9WIDE mode [a]. The picture during playback on a normal TV [b] or on a wide-screen TV [c] is compressed in the longwise direction. If you set the screen mode of the wide-screen TV to the full mode, you can watch pictures of normal images [d]. If you connect a TV compatible with the ID-1/ID-2 system, the screen size is automatically selected.
Using the wide mode ID-1 system The ID-1 system sends aspect ratio (screen horizontal/vertical ratio) information (16:9, 4:3, or letter box) with video signals. ID-2 system The ID-2 system sends a copyright protection signal with ID-1 signals inserted between video signals when you connect your camcorder to other equipment using the A/V connecting cable.
Using the fader function You can fade in or out to give your recording a more professional appearance. [a] STBY REC FADER Advanced Recording Operations M. FADER (mosaic) BOUNCE* OVERLAP* WIPE* DOT* [b] STBY REC MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to color. When fading out, the picture gradually changes from color to black-and-white.
Using the fader function (1) When fading in [a] In the standby mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes. When fading out [b] In the recording mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes. The indicator changes as follows: FADER t M. FADER t BOUNCE t MONOTONE t OVERLAP no indicator DOT WIPE The last selected fader mode is indicated first of all. (2) Press START/STOP. The fader indicator stops flashing, then light up.
Using the fader function While using the bounce function, you cannot use the following functions: – Focus – Zoom – Picture effect – Exposure Advanced Recording Operations Note on the bounce function The BOUNCE indicator does not appear in the following mode or functions: – When D ZOOM is activated in the menu settings – Wide mode – Picture effect – PROGRAM AE 53
Using special effects – Picture effect You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on TV. NEG. ART [a] : SEPIA : B&W : SOLARIZE [b] : The color and brightness of the picture are reversed. The picture appears in sepia. The picture appears in monochrome (black-and-white). The light intensity becomes clearer to make the picture look more like an illustration. SLIM [c] : The picture expands vertically. STRETCH [d] : The picture expands horizontally.
Using special effects – Digital effect You can add special effects to recorded pictures using the various digital functions. Sound is recorded normally. STILL: You can record a still image so that it is superimposed on a moving picture. FLASH (Flash motion): You can record still images successively at constant intervals. TRAIL: You can record the picture so that an incidental image like a trail is left. SLOW SHTR (Slow shutter): You can slow down the shutter speed.
Using special effects – Digital effect (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. Press MENU, then select D EFFECT in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 176). (2) Select the desired digital effect mode in the menu settings, then press the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial. In the STILL and LUMI. modes, the still image when pressing the dial is recorded in the memory. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the effect, then press the dial. The bars appear in the following modes: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL.
Using special effects – Digital effect When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) Digital effect will be automatically canceled. When recording in the slow shutter mode Auto focus may not be effective. Focus manually using a tripod.
Using the PROGRAM AE function You can select PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to suit your specific shooting requirements. SPOTLIGHT: This mode prevents people’s faces, for example, from appearing excessively white when shooting subjects lit by strong light in the theater. PORTRAIT (Soft portrait): This mode brings out the subject while creating a soft background for subjects such as people or flowers. SPORTS (Sports lesson): This mode minimizes camera-shake on fast-moving subjects such as in tennis or golf.
Using the PROGRAM AE function (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16). Press with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial MENU, then select PROGRAM AE in (p. 176). (2) Select the desired mode with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT D EFFECT FLASH MODE FLASH LVL WHT BAL N. S. LIGHT AUTO SHTR RETURN [MENU] : END AUTO SPOTLIGHT PORTRAIT SPORTS BEACH&SKI SUNSETMOON LANDSCAPE MENU To cancel the PROGRAM AE function Set PROGRAM AE to AUTO in the menu settings.
Adjusting the exposure manually You can manually adjust and set the exposure. Normally exposure is automatically adjusted. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases: – When the subject is backlit – When the subject is too bright against the background – When recording dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16), press EXPOSURE. The exposure indicator appears. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the brightness.
Focusing manually Normally, focus is automatically adjusted.
Interval recording You can make a time-lapse recording by setting the camcorder to automatically record and standby sequentially. You can achieve an excellent recording for flowering, gradual appearances, etc., with this function. Example [a] 1s 1s [b] 9 min 59 s [c] 10 min 9 min 59 s 10 min [a]: REC TIME [b]:Waiting time [c]: INTERVAL with the SEL/PUSH (1) In the standby mode, press MENU. Select INT. REC in EXEC dial (p. 177). (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select SET, then press the dial.
Interval recording 6 2 CAMERA SET I NT. REC I NTERVAL REC T I ME RETURN 30SEC [MENU] : END [MENU] : END 3 5 I NTERVAL 1 CAMERA SET INT. REC INTERVAL REC TIME RETURN MENU 2 30SEC 1MIN 5MIN 10MIN 4 3 CAMERA SET INT. REC INTERVAL REC TIME RETURN 30SEC [MENU] : END [MENU] : END CAMERA SET SELFTIMER D ZOOM PHOTO REC 16 : 9WIDE STEADYSHOT FRAME REC ON INT. REC RETURN CAMERA SET INT. REC INTERVAL REC TIME RETURN 4 0.5SEC 1SEC 1.5SEC 2SEC [MENU] : END CAMERA SET INT.
Frame by frame recording – Frame recording You can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect using frame recording. To create this effect, alternately move the subject a little and make a frame recording. We recommend that you use a tripod, and operate your camcorder using the Remote Commander after step 4. (1) In the standby mode, press MENU. Select FRAME REC in with the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial (p. 177). (2) Select ON with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. (3) Press MENU to erase the menu display.
— Advanced Playback Operations — Playing back tapes with picture effect During playback, you can process a scene using the following picture effect functions: NEG. ART, SEPIA, B&W and SOLARIZE. (1) In the playback or playback pause mode, press MENU. Select P EFFECT in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 176). (2) Select the desired mode by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. For details of each picture effect function, see page 54. MANUAL SET P EFFECT D EFFECT RETURN OFF NEG.
Playing back tapes with digital effect During playback, you can process a scene using the following digital effect functions: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL. (1) In the playback or playback pause mode, press MENU. Select D EFFECT in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 176). (2) Select the desired digital effect mode in the menu settings, then press the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial. The digital effect indicator lights up and the bars appear. In the STILL or LUMI.
Enlarging images recorded on a tape – Tape PB ZOOM You can enlarge playback images recorded on tapes. Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on “Memory Stick”s (except DCR-TRV16) (p. 145). 4 1 PB ZOOM × 5.0 T W PB ZOOM 2 Advanced Playback Operations (1) In the playback or playback pause mode, press PB ZOOM on your camcorder. appears The center of the image is enlarged to about twice its size, and on the screen.
Enlarging images recorded on a tape – Tape PB ZOOM Pictures in the PB ZOOM Pictures in the PB ZOOM mode are not output through the DV IN/OUT jack and the (USB) jack.
Quickly locating a scene – ZERO SET MEMORY Your camcorder goes forward or backward to automatically stop at a desired scene having a tape counter value of “0:00:00”. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. DISPLAY m ZERO SET MEMORY N x Advanced Playback Operations (1) In the playback mode, press DISPLAY. (2) Press ZERO SET MEMORY at the point you want to locate later. The tape counter shows “0:00:00” and then starts counting. The ZERO SET MEMORY indicator flashes.
Searching the boundaries of recorded tape by title – TITLE SEARCH If you use a cassette with cassette memory, you can search for the boundaries of recorded tape by title. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Before operation Set CM SEARCH in to ON in the menu settings. (The default setting is ON.) (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the TITLE SEARCH indicator appears.
Searching a recording by date – DATE SEARCH You can automatically search for the point where the recording date changes and start playback from that point. Use a tape with cassette memory for convenience. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Use this function to check where recording dates change or to edit the tape at each recording date. Searching for the date by using cassette memory Before operation •You can use this function only when playing back a cassette with cassette memory.
Searching a recording by date – DATE SEARCH Note If one day’s recording is less than two minutes, your camcorder may not accurately find the point where the recording date changes. If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The date search function may not work correctly. Cassette memory The tape with cassette memory can hold six recording data. If you search among seven or more data, see “Searching for the date without using cassette memory” below.
Searching for a photo – PHOTO SEARCH/PHOTO SCAN You can search for a still image you have recorded on a tape (PHOTO SEARCH). It is convenient to use the cassette with the cassette memory. You can also search for still images one after another and display each picture for five seconds automatically regardless of cassette memory (PHOTO SCAN). Use the Remote Commander for these operations. Use this function to check or edit still images.
Searching for a photo – PHOTO SEARCH/PHOTO SCAN Searching for a photo without using cassette memory (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. to OFF in the menu settings (p. 181). (2) Set CM SEARCH in (3) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the PHOTO SEARCH indicator appears. The indicator changes as follows: DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH t PHOTO SCAN t no indicator (4) Press . or > on the Remote Commander to select the photo for playback. Each time you press .
— Editing — Dubbing a tape Using the A/V connecting cable You can dub or edit on the VCR connected to your camcorder using your camcorder as a player. Connect your camcorder to the VCR using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Before operation •Set DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings. (The defalt setting is LCD.
Dubbing a tape If your VCR is a monaural type Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and the white or the red plug to the audio input jack on the VCR or the TV. When the white plug is connected, the left channel audio is output, and when the red plug is connected, the right channel audio is output. If your VCR has an S video jack Pictures can be reproduced more faithfully by using an S video cable (optional).
Dubbing a tape You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) See page 199 for more information about i.LINK. Pictures processed by the picture effect, the digital effect or PB ZOOM function Pictures processed by the picture effect, the digital effect or PB ZOOM function are not output through the DV IN/OUT jack. If you record a playback pause picture with the DV IN/OUT jack The recorded picture becomes rough.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto a tape without operating the VCR. Scenes can be selected by frame. You can set up to 20 programs. Your camcorder can dub on “Memory Stick”s (except DCR-TRV16). See page 132 for more information. Unwanted scene Unwanted scene Switch the order Before operating the Digital program editing on tapes recorded on other equipment Step 1 Connecting the VCR (p. 78).
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the A/V connecting cable To edit using the VCR, send the control signal by infrared rays to the remote sensor on the VCR. When you connect using the A/V connecting cable, follow the procedure below, (1) to (4), to send the control signal correctly. (1) Set the IR SETUP code Editing 1 Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) About IR SETUP codes The IR SETUP code is stored in the memory of your camcorder. Be sure to set the correct code to match your VCR. The default setting is code number 3. Brand IR SETUP code Brand IR SETUP code Sony 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Mitsubishi/MGA 22, 23, 24, 28, 29 Admiral (M. Wards) 89 Multitech 23, 32, 80 Aiwa 47, 54, 80 NEC 21, 33, 35 Akai 49, 51 Olympic 77, 78 Audio Dynamic 21, 35 Optimus 22 Bell&Howell (M.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) (2) Setting the modes to cancel the recording pause on the VCR 1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PAUSEMODE, then press the dial. 2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the mode to cancel recording pause on the VCR, then press the dial. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) (4) Confirming VCR operation 1 Insert a recordable tape into the VCR, then set to recording pause. 2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IR TEST, then press the dial. 3 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial. If the VCR starts recording, the setting is correct. When recording is finished, the indicator changes to COMPLETE.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) When you connect using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional), follow the procedure below. Editing (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (2) Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set the input selector to DV input. When you connect a digital video camera recorder, set its power switch to VCR/VTR.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) When you connect using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) •You cannot dub the titles, display indicators. •You may not be able to operate the dubbing function correctly, depending on the VCR. Set CONTROL to IR in the menu settings of your camcorder. Step 3: Adjusting the synchronization of the VCR You can adjust the synchronization of your camcorder and the VCR. Have a pen and paper ready for notes.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) 2,3 0:08:55:06 RETURN EXECUTE 6 ENGAGE REC PAUSE VIDEO EDIT 0:08:55:06 EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST EXECUTING ”CUT–IN” ”CUT–OUT” No.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Operation 1: Making the program (1) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder, and insert a tape for recording into the VCR. with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. (2) Press MENU, then select VIDEO EDIT in (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TAPE, then press the dial (except DCR-TRV16). (4) Search for the beginning of the first scene you want to insert using the video operation buttons, then pause playback.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Erasing the program you have set Erase OUT first and then IN from the last set program. (1) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select UNDO, then press the dial. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial. The last set program mark flashes, then the setting is canceled. To cancel erasing Select RETURN in step 2. Erasing all programs Editing (1) Select VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Operation 2: Performing the program (Dubbing a tape) Make sure your camcorder and VCR are connected, and that the VCR is set to recording pause. (When you use the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) this procedure is not necessary.) When you use a digital video camera recorder, set its power switch to VCR/VTR. (1) Select VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TAPE, then press the dial (except DCR-TRV16).
Recording video or TV programs Using the A/V connecting cable You can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has video/ audio outputs. Use your camcorder as a recorder. Before operation Set DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) 3 Editing (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder. If you are recording a tape from the VCR, insert a recorded tape into the VCR. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.
Recording video or TV programs If your VCR or TV is a monaural type Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video output jack and the white or the red plug to the audio output jack on the VCR or the TV. When the white plug is connected, the left channel audio is recorded, and when the red plug is connected, the right channel audio is recorded. If your TV or VCR has an S video jack Pictures can be reproduced more faithfully by using an S video cable (optional).
Recording video or TV programs Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) to DV IN/OUT jack on your camcorder and to DV OUT on the DV products. With a digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing. 3 REC Editing (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder, and insert the recorded tape into the VCR.
Inserting a scene from a VCR – Insert Editing You can insert a new scene with sound from a VCR onto your originally recorded tape by specifying the insert start and end points. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Connections are the same as on page 89 or 91. Insert a cassette containing the desired scene to insert into the VCR.
Inserting a scene from a VCR – Insert Editing 5 REC 4 0:00:00 ZERO SET MEMORY ZERO SET MEMORY Press ZERO SET MEMORY again after step 5 to erase the ZERO SET MEMORY indicator and begin from step 3. Editing To change the insert end point Note Pictures and sound recorded on the portion between the insert start and end points will be erased when you insert the new scene. If you insert scenes on the tape recorded on another camcorder The pictures and sound may be distorted.
Audio dubbing If you connect audio equipment, you can add sound to your recorded tape already recorded in the 12-bit mode by specifying the start and end points. The original sound will not be erased. Select one of the following connections to add audio. Connecting the microphone with the MIC jack MIC (PLUG IN POWER) : Signal flow Microphone (optional) You can check recorded picture and sound by connecting your camcorder to a TV with the A/V connecting cable.
Audio dubbing Dubbing with the AUDIO/VIDEO jack Audio equipment LINE OUT L R AUDIO L AUDIO/ VIDEO White AUDIO R Red : Signal flow Editing Do not connect the video (yellow) plug. A/V connecting cable (supplied) Dubbing with the built-in microphone No connection is necessary. Note When dubbing with the AUDIO/VIDEO jack or the built-in microphone, pictures are not output through the S VIDEO jack or the AUDIO/VIDEO jack. Check the recorded picture on the screen.
Audio dubbing Adding audio on a recorded tape Choose a connection described on the previous pages, and connect audio equipment or microphone to your camcorder. Then follow the procedure below. (1) Insert the recorded tape into your camcorder. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (3) Locate the recording start point by pressing N. Then press X at the point where you want to start recording to set your camcorder to the playback pause mode. X indicator appears on screen. (4) Press AUDIO DUB .
Audio dubbing Notes • New audio cannot be recorded on a tape already recorded in the 16-bit mode (32 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz). • New audio cannot be recorded on a tape already recorded in the LP mode. • You cannot add audio with the DV IN/OUT jack. • You cannot add audio on the blank portion of the tape. If an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) is connected to your camcorder You cannot add audio to a recorded tape.
Superimposing a title If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can superimpose the title. When you play back the tape, the title is displayed for five seconds from the point where you superimposed it. VACATION (1) In the recording, standby mode, playback or playback pause, press MENU, with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. then select TITLE in , then press the dial. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired title, then press the dial. The title flashes.
Superimposing a title If you set the write-protect tab of the cassette to lock You cannot superimpose or erase the title. Slide the write-protect tab to release the write protection. To use a custom title If you want to use a custom title, select in step 2. If the tape has a blank portion You cannot superimpose a title on the portion. If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The title may not be displayed correctly.
Superimposing a title Erasing a title (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (2) Press MENU, then select TITLEERASE in (p. 181). (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the title you want to erase, then press the dial. ERASE OK ? indicator appears. (4) Make sure that the title is the one you want to erase, and turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select OK, then press the dial. OK changes to EXECUTE. (5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.
Making your own titles You can make up to two titles and store them in the memory of your camcorder. Each title can have up to 20 characters.
Making your own titles To change a title you have stored In step 3, select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET, depending on which title you want to change, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [C], then press the dial to delete the title. The last character is erased. Enter the new title as desired. If you take five minutes or longer to enter characters in the standby mode while a cassette in your camcorder The power automatically goes off.
Labeling a cassette If you use a cassette with cassette memory, you can label a cassette. Labels can consist of up to 10 characters and are stored in cassette memory. When you insert the labeled cassette and set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR, the label is displayed for about five seconds. Editing (1) Insert the cassette you want to label. (2) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (3) Press MENU, then select TAPE TITLE in (p. 181). The tape title display appears.
Labeling a cassette To erase the label you have made In step 4 turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [C], then press the dial. The last character is erased. To change the label you have made Insert the cassette to change the label, and operate in the same way to make a new label. If you set the write-protect tab of the cassette to lock You cannot label the tape. Slide the write-protect tab to release the write protection.
— “Memory Stick” Operations — Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction – Except DCR-TRV16 You can easily record and playback images on the “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder.
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction “Memory Stick”s formatted on a computer “Memory Stick”s formatted on Windows OS or Macintosh computers are not guaranteed compatible with your camcorder. Notes on image data compatibility •Image data files recorded on “Memory Stick”s by your camcorder conform with the Design Rules for Camera File Systems universal standard established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Selecting the still image quality mode You can select the image quality mode in still image recording. The default setting is FINE. (DCR-TRV18 only). The default setting is SUPER FINE. (DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only). (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (2) Press MENU, then select STILL SET in (p. 179). (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select QUALITY, then press the dial.
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Image quality settings Setting Meaning SUPER FINE (SFN)* This is the highest image quality in your camcorder. The number of still images you can record is less than in FINE mode. Super fine images are compressed to about 1/3. FINE (FINE) Use this mode when you want to record high quality images. Fine images are compressed to about 1/6. STANDARD (STD) This is the standard image quality in your camcorder. Standard images are compressed to about 1/10.
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Selecting the image size Still images: DCR-TRV25/TRV27: You can select either of two image sizes. 1152 × 864 or 640 × 480 (When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or VCR, the image size is automatically set to 640 × 480.) The default setting is 1152 × 864. DCR-TRV18: 640 × 480 only Moving pictures: You can select either of two picture sizes. 320 × 240 or 160 × 112 The default setting is 320 × 240.
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Image size settings Setting Meaning Indicator 1152 × 864* Records 1152 × 864 still images. 1152 640 × 480 Records 640 × 480 still images. 640 320 × 240 Records 320 × 240 moving pictures. 320 160 × 112 Records 160 × 112 moving pictures. 160 * Approximate number of still images you can record on a “Memory Stick” The number of images you can record varies depending on which image quality and image size you select and the complexity of the subject.
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Approximate time of moving pictures you can record on a “Memory Stick” The time of moving pictures you can record varies depending on which image size you select and the complexity of the subject. Type of “Memory Stick”s Image size 8MB (supplied) 16MB (optional) 32MB (optional) 64MB (optional) 128MB (optional) 320 × 240 1 min. 20 sec. 2 min. 40 sec. 5 min. 20 sec. 10 min. 40 sec. 21 min. 20 sec. 160 × 112 5 min. 20 sec. 10 min. 40 sec. 21 min. 20 sec.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording – Except DCR-TRV16 You can record still images on “Memory Stick”s. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly. The green z mark (AE/AF lock indicator) stops flashing, then lights up.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work: – Wide mode – Digital zoom – SteadyShot – Super NightShot – Color Slow Shutter – Fader – Picture effect – Digital effect – Title – Sports lesson of PROGRAM AE (The indicator flashes.) While you are recording a still image You can neither turn off the power nor press PHOTO. When you press PHOTO lightly in step 2 The image momentarily flickers.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording Recording images continuously You can record still images continuously. Select one of the following modes in BURST in the menu settings before recording. NORMAL* [a] Your camcorder shoots up to four still images in 1152 × 864 size or 13 still images in 640 × 480 size at about 0.5 sec intervals. ( ) EXP BRKTG (Exposure bracketing)* Your camcorder automatically shoots three images at about 0.5 sec intervals at different exposures.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording PHOTO 3 MEMORY SET STILL SET BURST OFF QUALITY IMAGESIZE RETURN MEMORY SET STILL SET BURST QUALITY IMAGESIZE RETURN OFF NORMAL EXP BRKTG MULTI SCRN MENU [MENU] : END 4 [MENU] : END MEMORY SET STILL SET BURST MULTI SCRN QUALITY IMAGESIZE RETURN If the capacity of the “Memory Stick” becomes full ” FULL” appears on the screen, and you cannot record a still image on this “Memory Stick.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording Self-timer memory photo recording You can record still images on “Memory Stick”s with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the left (unlock) position. with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (2) Press MENU, then select SELFTIMER in (p. 177). (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial.
Recording an image from a tape as a still image – Except DCR-TRV16 Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as a still image on a “Memory Stick”. Your camcorder can also capture moving picture data through the input connector and record it as a still image on a “Memory Stick”. Before operation •Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder. •Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.
Recording an image from a tape as a still image If you press PHOTO lightly in the playback mode The cassette stops momentarily. Sound recorded on a tape You cannot record audio from a tape. Titles already recorded on cassettes You cannot record titles on “Memory Stick”s. Titles do not appear on the screen while you are recording a still image with PHOTO. Recording date/time The recording data (date/time) when it is recorded on a “Memory Stick” is recorded. Various settings are not recorded.
Recording an image from a tape as a still image Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) DV IN/OUT DV DV OUT i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) Note REC ERROR” is displayed.
Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX – Except DCR-TRV16 You can superimpose a still image you have recorded on the “Memory Stick” on the moving picture you are recording. You can record the superimposed images on a tape or a “Memory Stick.” (However, you can record only superimposed still images on the “Memory Stick.”) M. CHROM (Memory chroma key): You can swap a blue area of a still image such as an illustration or a frame with a moving picture. M.
Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX Recording superimposed images on a tape Before operation • Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder. • Insert a “Memory Stick” with recorded still images into your camcorder. M. CHROM – Blue chroma key (blue background) to extract a still image and superimpose it on a moving picture M. LUMI – Brightness level used when extracting a still image and superimposing it on a moving picture C.
Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX 2 MEMORY MEMORY MIX MIX M. CHROM 3 100–0021 Still image 4 5 6 M. LUMI I I I • • • • M. LUMI 100–0021 M. LUMI I • • • • • • 100–0021 100–0021 To change the still image to superimpose Do either of the following: – Press MEMORY –/+ before step 6. – Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial before step 6, and repeat the procedure from step 4. (except for M.
Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX Recording superimposed images on a “Memory Stick” as a still image Image size is automatically set to 640 × 480. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” including still images into your camcorder. M. CHROM M. LUMI C.
Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX 2 MEMORY MIX MIX M. CHROM 3 100–0021 Still image 4 5 6 M. LUMI I I I • • • • M. LUMI 100–0021 M. LUMI I • • • • • • 100–0021 100–0021 To change the still image to superimpose Do either of the following: – Press MEMORY –/+ before step 6. – Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial before step 6, and repeat the procedure from step 4.
Recording moving pictures on a “Memory Stick” – MPEG movie recording – Except DCR-TRV16 You can record moving pictures with sound on “Memory Stick”s. The picture and sound are recorded up to the capacity of “Memory Stick”. (MPEG MOVIE EX) Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording.
Recording moving pictures on a “Memory Stick” – MPEG movie recording When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work: – Wide mode – Digital zoom – SteadyShot – Super NightShot – Color Slow Shutter – Fader – Picture effect – Digital effect – Title – Sports lesson of PROGRAM AE (The indicator flashes.) Recording date/time The date/time are not displayed while recording. However, they are automatically recorded onto the “Memory Stick.
Recording moving pictures on a “Memory Stick” – MPEG movie recording Self-timer MPEG movie recording You can record moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the left (unlock) position. with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. (2) Press MENU, then select SELFTIMER in (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial.
Recording pictures from a tape as a moving picture – Except DCR-TRV16 Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as a moving picture on a “Memory Stick.” Your camcorder can also capture moving picture data through the input connector and record it as a moving picture on a “Memory Stick.” Before operation •Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder. •Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press N.
Recording pictures from a tape as a moving picture Notes •Sound recorded in 48 kHz is converted to 32 kHz sound when recording images from a tape to “Memory Stick”s. •Sound recorded in stereo is converted to monaural sound when recording from a tape. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or knock the unit. Also, do not turn the power off or eject a “Memory Stick”. Otherwise, image data may become damaged. Titles already recorded on cassettes You cannot record titles onto “Memory Stick”s.
Recording pictures from a tape as a moving picture Recording a moving picture from external equipment Before operation Set DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Play back the recorded tape on the VCR, or turn the TV on to see the desired program. The image of the other equipment is displayed on the screen. (3) Follow step 3 on page 128 at the point where you want to start recording from.
Recording pictures from a tape as a moving picture Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) DV IN/OUT DV DV OUT i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) Note REC ERROR” is displayed In the following instances, recording is interrupted or “ and you cannot record pictures.
Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture – Digital program editing (on “Memory Stick”s) – Except DCR-TRV16 You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto “Memory Stick”s. Making the program (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (2) Insert the tape for playback, and a “Memory Stick” for recording into your camcorder. with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (3) Press MENU, then select VIDEO EDIT in (p. 184).
Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture – Digital program editing (on “Memory Stick”s) Erasing the program you have set Erase OUT first and then IN from of the last program. (1) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select UNDO, then press the dial. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial. The last set program mark flashes, then the setting is canceled. To cancel erasing Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select RETURN, then press the dial in step 2.
Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture – Digital program editing (on “Memory Stick”s) Performing the program (Dubbing a “Memory Stick”) (1) Select VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select MEMORY, then press the dial. (2) Select START in the menu settings. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial. Search for the beginning of the first program, then start dubbing. The program mark flashes.
Copying still images from a tape – PHOTO SAVE – Except DCR-TRV16 Using the search function, you can automatically capture only still images from tapes and record them on a “Memory Stick” in sequence. Before operation •Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder and rewind the tape. •Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. with SEL/ (2) Press MENU to display the menu. Select PHOTO SAVE in PUSH EXEC dial (p. 180). PHOTO BUTTON appears on the screen.
Copying still images from a tape – PHOTO SAVE Image size of still images Image size is automatically set to 640 × 480. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or knock your camcorder. As well do not turn the power off or eject a “Memory Stick”. Otherwise, image data may become damaged. If the write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK NOT READY appears when you select the item in the menu settings.
Viewing still images – Memory Photo playback – Except DCR-TRV16 You can play back still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can also play back six images including moving pictures in order at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press MEMORY PLAY. The last recorded image is displayed.
Viewing still images – Memory Photo playback To play back recorded images on a TV screen •Connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder before operation. •When operating memory photo playback on a TV or on the LCD screen, the image quality may appear to have deteriorated. This is not a malfunction. The image data is as good as ever. •Turn the audio volume of the TV down before operation, or noise (howling) may be output from the TV speakers.
Viewing still images – Memory Photo playback Playing back six recorded images at a time (index screen) You can play back six recorded images at a time. This function is especially useful when searching for a particular image. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press MEMORY INDEX to display the index screen.
Viewing moving pictures – MPEG movie playback – Except DCR-TRV16 You can play back moving pictures recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can also play back six images including still images in order at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press MEMORY PLAY. The last recorded image is displayed.
Viewing moving pictures – MPEG movie playback Playing back a moving picture from the desired part The moving picture recorded on a “Memory Stick” is divided into 23 parts. You can select any point and playback the picture. (1) Follow steps 1 to 3 on page 140. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial and select the point where you want to start playback, then press the dial.
Viewing moving pictures – MPEG movie playback Screen indicators during moving picture playback Image size 50min MOV00001 320 2/20 0:00:50 ––– ––– JUL 4 2002 12:05:56 AM Picture number/Total number of recorded pictures Protect Recording date/time (Various settings are displayed as “– – –”.) Data directory number/File number Recording date/time Recording date/time are displayed when you press the DATA CODE button on the Remote Commander. Various settings are not recorded.
Copying images recorded on “Memory Stick”s to a tape – Except DCR-TRV16 You can copy images recorded on “Memory Stick” and record them to a tape. Before operation •Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder. •Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. 1 4 VCR R POWE PLAY OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY “Memory Stick” Operations (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Using the video control buttons, search a point where you want to record the desired image. Set the tape to playback pause mode.
Copying images recorded on “Memory Stick”s to a tape During copying You cannot operate the following buttons: – MEMORY PLAY – MEMORY INDEX – MEMORY DELETE – MEMORY –/+ – MEMORY MIX Note on the index screen You cannot record the index screen. If you press EDITSEARCH during pause mode Memory playback stops. Image data modified on computers or shot with other equipment You may not be able to copy modified images with your camcorder.
Enlarging still images recorded on a “Memory Stick” – Memory PB ZOOM – Except DCR-TRV16 You can enlarge still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can select and view a desired part from the enlarged still image. Also, you can copy the desired part of the enlarged still image to tapes or “Memory Stick”s. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. 5 1 PB ZOOM × 5.0 PO LOCK W “Memory Stick” Operations (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR.
Enlarging still images recorded on a “Memory Stick” – Memory PB ZOOM The PB ZOOM mode is canceled when the following buttons are pressed: – MENU – MEMORY PLAY – MEMORY INDEX – MEMORY –/+ Moving pictures recorded on “Memory Stick”s The PB ZOOM mode does not work. To record the still image processed by Memory PB ZOOM on “Memory Stick”s Press the PHOTO button to record the still image processed by PB ZOOM. (Images are recorded at 640 × 480 size.
Playing back images in a continuous loop – SLIDE SHOW – Except DCR-TRV16 You can automatically play back images in sequence. This function is useful especially when checking recorded images or during a presentation. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. with the SEL/ (2) Press MENU to display the menu. Select SLIDE SHOW in PUSH EXEC dial (p. 180). (3) Press MEMORY PLAY.
Preventing accidental erasure – Image protection – Except DCR-TRV16 You can protect selected images to prevent accidental erasure of important images. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Play back the image you want to protect. with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (3) Press MENU, then select PROTECT in (p. 180).
Deleting images – DELETE – Except DCR-TRV16 You can delete images stored in a “Memory Stick.” You can delete all images or only selected images. Deleting selected images Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Play back the image you want to delete. (3) Press MEMORY DELETE. “DELETE?” appears on the screen. (4) Press MEMORY DELETE again. The selected image is deleted.
Deleting images – DELETE Deleting all images You can delete all unprotected images in a “Memory Stick.” Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (2) Press MENU, then select DELETE ALL in (p. 180). (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select OK, then press the dial. OK changes to EXECUTE.
Writing a print mark – PRINT MARK – Except DCR-TRV16 You can specify a recorded still image to print out by putting marks. This function is useful for printing out still images later. Your camcorder conforms to the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard for specifying still images to print out. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. 3 MEMORY SET 10/12 STILL SET MOVIE SET PRINT MARK OFF PROTECT SLIDE SHOW FILE NO.
Using the optional printer – Except DCR-TRV16 You can use the optional printer on your camcorder to print images on print paper. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the printer. There are various ways of printing still images. The following, however, describes the setup for print settings by selecting in the menu on your camcorder. Before operation •Insert a recorded “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. •Attach the optional printer to your camcorder as illustrated.
Using the optional printer Images recorded in the multi screen mode You cannot print images recorded in the multi screen mode on sticker type print paper. Moving pictures recorded on a “Memory Stick” You cannot print the images. When “Memory Stick” has no files “ NO STILL IMAGE FILE” appears on the screen. When there are no files with a PRINT MARK “ NO PRINT MARK” appears on the screen. Images processed by 9PIC PRINT You cannot insert a DATE/TIME indicator.
— Viewing Images Using Your Computer — Viewing images with your computer – Introduction There are following ways of connecting the camcorder to a computer in order to view images saved on a “Memory Stick”* or recorded on tape on your computer. * To view images on a computer which has a Memory Stick slot, first remove the “Memory Stick” from the camcorder and then insert it into the computer’s Memory Stick slot.
Viewing images with your computer – Introduction When connecting to a computer using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) Your computer must have a DV jack and editing software installed that can read video signals. DV jack DV IN/ OUT : Signal flow i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) – Except DCR-TRV16 When connecting to a computer using the USB cable There are two methods of USB connection, NORMAL and PTP. The default setting is NORMAL.
Viewing images with your computer – Introduction Notes on using your computer “Memory Stick” •“Memory Stick” operations on your camcorder cannot be assured if a “Memory Stick” formatted on your computer is used on your camcorder, or if the “Memory Stick” in your camcorder was formatted from your computer when the USB cable was connected. •Do not compress the data on the “Memory Stick.” Compressed files cannot be played back on your camcorder.
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users Complete installation of the USB driver before connecting the camcorder to the computer. If you connect the camcorder to the computer first, you will not be able to install the USB driver correctly. When connecting to a computer using the USB cable You must install a USB driver onto your computer in order to connect the camcorder to the computer’s USB jack.
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users Recommended computer usage environment to view “Memory Stick” images on the computer OS: Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional. Standard installation is required. However, operation is not assured if the above environment is an upgraded OS. CPU: MMX Pentium 200 MHz or faster The USB jack must be provided as standard.
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users Installing the USB driver Start the following operation without connecting the USB cable to your computer. Connect the USB cable according to “Making the computer recognize the camcorder”. If you are using Windows 2000 Professional or Windows XP Home Edition/ Professional, log in with permission of Administrators. (1) Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load.
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users Making the computer recognize the camcorder Viewing images recorded on a tape Refer to page 161 for details on viewing “Memory Stick” images on your computer (except DCR-TRV16). You need to install PIXELA ImageMixer to view images recorded on a tape. Install it from the CD-ROM supplied with your camcorder. To install and use this software in Windows 2000 Professional, you must be authorized as Power Users or Administrators.
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users (11) Follow the on-screen messages so that the Add Hardware Wizard recognizes that the USB drivers have been installed. The Add Hardware Wizard starts three times because three different USB drivers are installed. Be sure to allow the installation to complete without interrupting it. For Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition/Professional users: (12) After the “File Needed” screen appears. Open “Browse...
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users If you cannot install the USB driver The USB driver has been registered incorrectly as your computer was connected to your camcorder before installation of the USB driver was completed. Perform the following procedure to correctly install the USB driver. Viewing images recorded on a tape Step 1: Uninstall the incorrect USB driver 1 Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load.
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users Windows XP Home Edition/Professional 6 Turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) on your camcorder, and then disconnect the USB cable. 7 Restart your computer. Viewing Images Using Your Computer Windows 2000 Professional Step 2: Install the USB driver on the supplied CD-ROM Perform the entire procedure described in “Installing the USB driver” on page 159.
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” – Except DCR-TRV16 Step1: Uninstall the incorrect USB driver Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load. Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. Connect the AC power adaptor, and set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Connect the USB jack on your computer to the (USB) jack on your camcorder using the USB cable supplied with your camcorder.
Viewing images recorded on a tape with your computer – For Windows users Capturing images with “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” You need to install the USB driver and “PIXELA ImageMixer” to view images recorded on a tape with your computer (p. 159). To install and use this software in Windows 2000 Professional, you must be authorized as Power Users or Administrators. For Windows XP Home Edition/Professional, you must be authorized as Administrators.
Viewing images recorded on a tape with your computer – For Windows users (7) Connect the USB jack on your computer to the using the supplied USB cable. (USB) jack on your camcorder (USB) jack USB jack Push into the end USB cable (supplied) (8) Press N to start playback. The picture from the tape appears on preview window on your computer. Viewing pictures live from your camcorder (1) Follow the steps 1, 2 on page 165. (2) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. to ON in the menu settings (p. 183).
Viewing images recorded on a tape with your computer – For Windows users Capturing moving pictures Preview window . (2) Look at the preview window and click on changes to . you want to capture. at the first scene of the movie at the last scene you want to (3) Look at the preview window and click on capture. The captured images appear in the thumbnail list window. Notes •The following may occur while using your camcorder, and are not due to any malfunction. – The image shakes up and down.
Viewing images recorded on a tape with your computer – For Windows users Seeing the on-line help (operating instructions) of “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” A “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” on-line help site is available where you can find the detailed operating method of “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony”. (1) Click button located in the upper-right corner of the screen. The ImageMixer’s Manual screen appears. (2) You can find the information you need from the list of contents.
Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” with your computer – For Windows users – Except DCR-TRV16 Viewing images Before operation •You need to install the USB driver to view “Memory Stick” images with your computer. (p. 159) •An application such as Windows Media Player must be installed to play back moving pictures in Windows environment. •Set USBCONNECT in to NORMAL in the menu settings. (The default setting is NORMAL.
Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” with your computer – For Windows users Image file storage destinations and image files Image files recorded with your camcorder are grouped in folders by recording mode. The meanings of the file names are as follows. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999. For Windows Me users (The drive recognising your camcorder is [E:].) Folder containing still image data Folder containing moving picture data Folder File Meaning 100MSDCF DSC0ssss.
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Macintosh users – Except DCR-TRV16 When connecting to a computer using the USB cable You must install a USB driver onto your computer in order to connect the camcorder to the computer’s USB jack. The USB driver can be found on the CD-ROM supplied, along with the application software required for viewing images. Recommended Macintosh environment OS: Mac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0/9.1/9.2 or Mac OS X (v10.0/v10.1) Standard installation is required.
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Macintosh users (3) Click the “USB Driver” to open the folder containing the six files related to “Driver.” (4) Select the following two files, and drag and drop them into the System Folder. •Sony Camcorder USB Driver •Sony Camcorder USB Shim (5) When the message appears, click “OK.” The USB driver is installed on your computer. (6) Remove the CD-ROM from the computer. (7) Restart your computer.
Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” with your computer – For Macintosh users – Except DCR-TRV16 Viewing images Before operation You need to install the USB driver to view a “Memory Stick” images on your computer. (p. 171) QuickTime 3.0 or newer must be installed to play back moving pictures.
Capturing images from an analog video unit on your computer – Signal convert function You can capture images and sound from an analog video unit connected to your computer which has the i.LINK (DV) jack connected to your camcorder. Before operation Set DISPLAY in (1) (2) (3) (4) to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) Set the POWER switch to VCR. to ON in the menu settings (p. 178). Set A/V t DV OUT in Start playback on the analog video unit.
— Customizing Your Camcorder — Changing the menu settings To change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial. The default settings can partially be changed. First, select the icon, then the menu item and then the mode. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, VCR or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16), press MENU. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired icon, then press the dial to set.
Changing the menu settings To make the menu display disappear Press MENU. Menu items are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET (except DCR-TRV16) PRINT SET (except DCR-TRV16) CM SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Selecting the mode setting of each item z is the default setting. Menu items differ depending on the position of the POWER switch. The screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode Meaning z OFF To not use the self-timer function POWER switch CAMERA SET SELFTIMER* ON D ZOOM z OFF To activate the digital zoom. More than 10× to 20× zoom is performed digitally (p. 30) 120× To activate the digital zoom. More than 10× to 120× zoom is performed digitally TAPE z OFF STEADYSHOT z ON OFF INT. REC z OFF To record still images on a “Memory Stick” when you press PHOTO during recording of moving pictures on a tape or the standby mode (p.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item POWER switch Mode Meaning z STEREO To play back a stereo tape or dual sound track tape with main and sub sound (p. 195) VCR SET HiFi SOUND AUDIO MIX 1 To play back a stereo tape with the left sound or a dual sound tape with main sound 2 To play back a stereo tape with the right sound or a dual sound track tape with sub sound — To adjust the balance between the stereo 1 and stereo 2 (p.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode Meaning POWER switch To not record continuously MEMORY MEMORY SET (except DCR-TRV16) STILL SET BURST QUALITY z OFF NORMAL*1) To record up to four (in 1152 × 864 size) or 13 (in 640 × 480 size) still images continuously (p.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode Meaning POWER switch To write a print mark on recorded still images you want to print out later (p. 151) VCR MEMORY MEMORY SET (except DCR-TRV16) PRINT MARK ON z OFF PROTECT ON z OFF To cancel print marks on still images To protect selected still images against accidental erasure (p. 148) VCR MEMORY To not protect still images SLIDE SHOW — To play back images in a continuous loop (p.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode Meaning POWER switch To cancel prints of split screens MEMORY PRINT SET (except DCR-TRV16) 9PIC PRINT DATE/TIME z RETURN SAME To make prints of the same split screen (p. 152) MULTI To make prints of different split screens MARKED To make prints of images with print marks in recording order z OFF To make prints without the recording date and time MEMORY DATE To make prints with the recording date (p.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode Meaning z SP To record in the SP (Standard Play) mode POWER switch TAPE SET REC MODE LP AUDIO MODE z 12BIT 16BIT qREMAIN To increase the recording time to 1.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode POWER switch Meaning SETUP MENU CLOCK SET — USB STREAM z OFF ON USBCONNECT* z NORMAL PTP z NORMAL 2× LANGUAGE z ENGLISH CAMERA MEMORY To deactivate the USB streaming function VCR CAMERA To activate the USB streaming function To connect and recognize the “Memory Stick” drive.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode Meaning z DATE/CAM To press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander to display date, time and various settings during playback (p. 39) POWER switch OTHERS DATA CODE WORLD TIME BEEP DATE To press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander to display date and time during playback — To set the clock to the local time. Turn the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial to set a time difference. The clock changes by the time difference you set here.
— Troubleshooting — Types of trouble and how to correct trouble If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If “C:ss:ss” appears on the screen, the self-diagnosis display function has worked. See page 191. In the recording mode Symptom START/STOP does not operate. The power goes off. The SteadyShot function does not work.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • NIGHTSHOT is set to ON. c Set it to OFF. (p. 34) The picture appears too bright, and • NIGHTSHOT is set to ON in a bright place. the subject does not appear on the c Set it to OFF . (p. 34) screen. • BACK LIGHT is activated. c Deactivate it. (p. 33) You cannot record still images on a • PHOTO REC is set to TAPE in the menu settings. “Memory Stick” in standby mode or c Set it to MEMORY (p. 177).
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Symptom The title search function does not work. The new sound added to the recorded tape is not heard. The title is not displayed. Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The cassette has no cassette memory. c Use a cassette with cassette memory. (p. 70) • CM SEARCH is set to OFF in the menu settings. c Set it to ON. (p. 181) • There is no title in the tape. c Superimpose the titles. (p. 98) • The tape has a blank portion between recorded portions. (p.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The power supply is disconnected. c Connect it firmly. (p. 16, 22) • The battery is dead. c Use a charged battery pack. (p. 16, 17) • Moisture condensation has occurred. The % and Z indicators flash and no c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at functions except for cassette ejection least one hour to acclimatize. (p. 202) work. • The gold-plated connector of the cassette is dirty or dusty.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Symptom You cannot write a print mark on the still image. The photo save function does not work. You cannot play back images in actual size. You cannot play back image data. Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK. c Release the lock. (p. 105) • The image to write a print mark is not played back. c Press MEMORY PLAY to play back the image. (p. 137) • You are trying to write a print mark on a moving picture.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • Setting program on a blank portion of the tape is attempted. c Set the program again on a recorded portion (p. 132). The Remote Commander supplied • COMMANDER is set to OFF in the menu settings. with your camcorder does not work. c Set it to ON. (p. 184) • Something is blocking the infrared rays. c Remove the obstacle.
Self-diagnosis display Your camcorder has a self-diagnosis display function. This function displays the current state of your camcorder as a 5-digit code (a combination of a letter and figures) in the viewfinder, on the LCD screen or in the display window. If a 5-digit code is displayed, check the following list of codes. The last two digits (indicated by ss) differ depending on the state of your camcorder.
Warning indicators and messages If indicators and messages appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, check the following: See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Warning indicators 100–0001 100-0001 Warning indicator as to file Slow flashing: •The file is corrupted. •The file is unreadable. •You are trying to use the MEMORY MIX function on a moving picture.*1) (p.
Warning indicators and messages Warning messages •CLOCK SET • FOR “InfoLITHIUM” BATTERY ONLY • CLEANING CASSETTE FULL 16BIT • REC MODE • TAPE • “i.
— Additional Information — Usable cassettes Selecting cassette types You can use mini DV cassettes only*. You cannot use any other 8 mm, Hi8, Digital8, VHS, VHSC, S-VHS, S-VHSC, Betamax, ED Betamax, DV or MICRO MV cassette. * There are two types of mini DV cassettes: with cassette memory and without cassette memory. Cassettes with cassette memory have the (Cassette Memory) mark. We recommend you to use cassette with cassette memory. IC memory is mounted on this type of cassette.
Usable cassettes Copyright signal When you play back Using any other video camera recorder, you cannot record on a tape that has recorded copyright control signals for copyright protection of software which is played back on your camcorder. When you record You cannot record software on your camcorder that contains copyright control signals for copyright protection of software. “COPY INHIBIT” appears on the screen or on the TV screen if you try to record such software.
Usable cassettes Notes on the cassette When affixing a label on the cassette Be sure to affix a label only at the locations illustrated below [a] to prevent a malfunction of your camcorder. After using the cassette Rewind the tape to the beginning, put the cassette in its case, and store it upright. When the cassette memory function does not work Reinsert a cassette. The gold-plated connector of the cassette may be dirty or dusty.
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack What is the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack? The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for communicating information related to operating conditions between the battery pack and an AC adaptor/charger (optional). The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack calculates the power consumption according to the operating conditions of your camcorder, and displays the remaining battery time in minutes.
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack Remaining battery time indicator •If the power goes off although the remaining battery time indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate, charge the battery pack fully again so that the indication on the remaining battery time indicator is correct.
About i.LINK The DV jack on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant DV input/output jack. This section describes the i.LINK standard and its features. What is i.LINK? i.LINK is a digital serial interface for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in two directions between equipment having the i.LINK jack, and for controlling other equipment. i.LINK-compatible equipment can be connected by a single i.LINK cable.
About i.LINK i.LINK baud rate i.LINK’s maximum baud rate varies according to the equipment. Three maximum baud rates are defined: S100 (approx. 100Mbps*) S200 (approx. 200Mbps) S400 (approx. 400Mbps) The baud rate is listed under “Specifications” in the operating instructions of each equipment. It is also indicated near the i.LINK jack on some equipment. The maximum baud rate of equipment on which it is not indicated such as this unit is “S100”.
Using your camcorder abroad Using your camcorder abroad You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b]. AC-L10A/L10B/L10C [a] [b] Your camcorder is an NTSC system based camcorder. If you want to view the playback picture on a TV, it must be an NTSC system based TV with the AUDIO/VIDEO input jack.
Maintenance information and precautions Moisture condensation If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside your camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this state, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or your camcorder may not operate correctly. If there is moisture inside your camcorder, the beep sounds and the % indicator flashes.
Maintenance information and precautions Maintenance information Cleaning the video heads To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. The video heads may be dirty when: • Mosaic-pattern noise appears on the playback picture. • Playback pictures do not move. • Playback pictures do not appear. • The x indicator and “ CLEANING CASSETTE” message appear one after another or the x indicator flashes on the screen.
Maintenance information and precautions Precautions Camcorder operation •Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC power adaptor). •For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in these operating instructions. •If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. •Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens.
Maintenance information and precautions AC power adaptor •Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when you are not using it for a long time. To disconnect the power cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the power cord itself. •Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged. •Do not bend the power cord forcibly, or place a heavy object on it. This will damage the cord and may cause fire or electric shock.
Maintenance information and precautions Notes on dry batteries To avoid possible damage from battery leakage or corrosion, observe the following: – Be sure to insert the batteries with the + and – correctly matching the + and – inside the battery compartment. – Dry batteries are not rechargeable. – Do not use a combination of new and old batteries. – Do not use different types of batteries. – Current flows from batteries when you are not using them for a long time. – Do not use leaking batteries.
Specifications Video camera recorder System Input/Output connectors S video input/output 4-pin mini DIN Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Audio/Video input/output AV MINI JACK, 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced, sync negative 327 mV, (at output impedance more than 47 kΩ (kilohms)) Output impedance with less than 2.2 kΩ (kilohms)/Stereo minijack (ø 3.
Specifications Mass (approx.) DCR-TRV16: 610 g (1 lb 5 oz) DCR-TRV18: 620 g (1 lb 5 oz) DCR-TRV25: 640 g (1 lb 6 oz) DCR-TRV27: 660 g (1 lb 7 oz) main unit only DCR-TRV16: 700 g (1 lb 8 oz) DCR-TRV18: 710 g (1 lb 9 oz) DCR-TRV25: 740 g (1 lb 10 oz) DCR-TRV27: 760 g (1 lb 10 oz) including the battery pack, cassette DVM60 and lens cap Supplied accessories See page 15. AC power adaptor Power requirements 100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption 23 W Output voltage DC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.
— Quick Reference — Identifying parts and controls Camcorder 4 1 5 2 6 7 3 1 Focus ring (p. 61) 4 Viewfinder (p. 29) 2 Lens 5 Display window (p. 17) 3 Microphone 6 FOCUS/INFINITY button (p. 61) Note on the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which can reproduce fine images. The lens for your camcorder was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation.
Identifying parts and controls 8 qs qd 9 q; qf qa qg qh 8 PHOTO button (p. 43) 9 Power zoom lever (p. 30) q; EDITSEARCH button (p. 37) qa Grip strap qs NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 34) qd SUPER NS/COLOR SLOW S button (p. 34) qf Jack cover qg Camera recording lamp (p. 26, 184) qh Remote sensor/Infrared rays emitter (p. 34, 81) Fastening the grip strap Fasten the grip strap firmly.
Identifying parts and controls wa qj ws qk wd ql wf w; wg qj BATT release button (p. 16) wa Intelligent accessory shoe (p. 94) qk SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 23) ws LOCK switch* (p. 26) ql START/STOP button (p. 26) wd POWER switch (p. 17) w; DC IN jack cover wf Access lamp* (p. 106) wg “Memory Stick” slot* (p. 106) Quick Reference Notes on the intelligent accessory shoe •The intelligent accessory shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light, microphone or printer.
Identifying parts and controls wh e; wj ea es wk wl wh ed (LANC) control jack (blue) LANC stands for Local Application Control Bus System. The control jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video equipment and other peripherals connected to the video equipment. This jack has the same function as the jack indicated as CONTROL L. wj S VIDEO jack (p. 75) wk DC IN jack (p. 17) wl AUDIO/VIDEO jack (black) (p. 75, 95) 212 e; (USB) jack ea DV IN/OUT jack (p.
Identifying parts and controls el ef r; MEMORY MPEG PLAY eg INDEX DELETE MEMORY MIX eh ej ra ek STOP REW PLAY FF PAUSE ef Speaker eg OPEN button (p. 26) eh LCD screen (p. 26) ek Video control buttons (p. 40) x STOP (stop) m REW (rewind) N PLAY (playback) M FF (fastforward) X PAUSE (pause) r; MEMORY operation buttons* (p. 121) MPEG u button MEMORY PLAY button MEMORY INDEX button MEMORY DELETE button MEMORY –/+ buttons MEMORY MIX button Quick Reference ej RESET button (p.
Identifying parts and controls rs rd rj rf rk rg rl rh t; rs ENDSEARCH button (p. 37) rj PB ZOOM button (p. 67, 145) rd DISPLAY button (p. 39) rk MENU button (p. 175) rf VOLUME buttons (p. 38) rl EXPOSURE button (p. 60) rg REC (record) button (p. 89, 91, 93, 143) t; BACK LIGHT button (p. 33) rh AUDIO DUB button (p.
Identifying parts and controls ta ts tg td th tf ta Battery pack (p. 16) ts OPEN/EJECT lever (p. 25) td Cassette lid tf Cassette compartment tg Lens cap (p. 26) Quick Reference th Tripod receptacle Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely, and the screw may damage your camcorder.
Identifying parts and controls Remote Commander The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on your camcorder function identically to the buttons on your camcorder. 6 1 2 3 7 8 9 q; 4 5 1 PHOTO button (p. 43) 3 SEARCH MODE button (p. 70) 6 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control the camcorder after turning on the camcorder. 4 ./> buttons (p. 70) 7 ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 69) 5 Tape transport buttons (p. 40) 8 START/STOP button (p. 26) 2 DISPLAY button (p.
Identifying parts and controls Operation indicators LCD screen and viewfinder 1 2 3 4 5 6 120min STBY STILL 16:9WIDE NEG. ART 7 8 AUTO 60 AWB F2.0 0:12:34 12min ZERO SET MEMORY END SEARCH A/VtDV 16BIT 100-0001 9 q; qa qs Display window qd qf qg qh qj qk ql w; wa ws wd wf wg wh wj wl 2 wk qf AE/AF lock indicator (green)*1) 2 Remaining battery time (p. 32) qg STBY/REC (p. 32)/Video control mode/ Image size*1) (p. 109)/ Image quality mode*1) (p. 107) 3 Zoom (p. 30)/Exposure (p.
Identifying parts and controls wf Audio mode (p. 182) wg Data file name*1) *2) (p. 124)/Time (p. 23) wh Video flash ready This indicator appears when you use the video flash light (optional). wj Continuous mode*1) (p. 114) wk Remaining battery time (p. 17) /Tape counter (p. 32)/Memory counter*1)/Time code (p. 32)/Selfdiagnosis (p. 191) wl FULL charge (p. 17) *1) Except DCR-TRV16 *2) This indicator appears when the MEMORY MIX functions work.
Index A, B I, J, K, L R AC power adaptor .................. 17 Adjusting viewfinder ............. 29 Audio dubbing ........................ 94 AUDIO MIX .......................... 178 Audio mode ........................... 182 AUTO SHUTTER .................. 176 BACK LIGHT .......................... 33 Battery pack ............................. 16 Beep ........................................ 184 BOUNCE .................................. 51 BURST .................................... 114 i.LINK .........
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