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Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating tile unit, please read tbis manual tboroughly, 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.
Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Itandycam. With your t landycam, you carl capture life's precious moments with superior picture and sound quality Your t tandycam is loaded .
Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR_TRV25, DCR- TRV2? Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 080 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, N]07649 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 201-930-6972 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Main Features Other uses Functions for adjusting exposure in the recording mode °BACKLIGHT p. 331 • NightShot/SuperNightShot/Color Slow Shutter tP. 341 • PROGRAM AE tP. 581 • Adjusting the exposure manually tP- 601 Functions for giving images more impact +Digital zoom (p, 30) Tile default setting is OFF.
Table of contents Main Features ...................................... 4 Quick Start Guide Recording oi1 a tape ............................. 8 Recording on a "Memory Stick" (except DCR-TRVI6) ...................... 10 Getting Started Using this manual .
Table of contents Recording moving pictures on a "Memory Stick" MPEG movie recording ............ 125 Recording pictures from a tape as a moving picture ............................. 128 Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture Digital program editing (on "Memory Stick"s) .
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. Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p.
f Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. The picture appears on the screen. Viewfinder When the LCD panel is closed, use the viewfinder with your eye against the eyecup. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight (p. 29). O Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button.
- Except DCR-TRV16 This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on a "Memory Stick" of your camcorder. See tile page in parentheses "( )" for more information. Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p.
O Open the LCD When the LCD panel is closed, use the viewfinder with your _ye against the eyecup. Adjust tbe viewfinder lens to your eyesight (p. 29j. Press PHOTO lightly. _ Press PHOTO deeper. 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.
Using this manual 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 Clll. Functions that require difforent operations depending on whether or not the tape has a _ cassette memory are: ca= END SEARCH (p.
Using this manual 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.
Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. [] [] [] [] [] [] Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 216) [] AC-LIOA/LIOB/LIOC AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 22) [] Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack down until it clicks. 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.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Use the battery pack after charging it for your camcorder. Your camcorder operates only with tile "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). See page 197 fur details of "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover.
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.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Recording time DCR-TRV16/TRV18 Recording with Recording with Battery pack the viewfinder the LCD screen Continuous Typical* Continuous Typical* NP FM30 (supplied) 125.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Playing time DCR-TRV16/TRV18 Battery pack Playing time Playing time on LCD screen with LCD closed NP I_M30 (supplied) I00 135 NP-FMS0 160 220 NP-FMT0 335 450 NP-QMTI .
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Note Approximate recording time and continuous playing time at 25 °C (77 °F). "rile battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment.
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Step 2 Setting the date and time Set the date and time when you use your camcorder for the first time. "CLOCK SET" will be displayed each time that you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRVI6} unless you set tile date and time.
Step 2 Setting the date and time The year changes as follows: 1995 *-- .... -+ 2002 *-- .... -+ 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).
Step 3 Inserting a cassette (1) Prepare the power supply. (2) Slide L OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. The cassette compmlment automatically lifts up and opens. (3) Push the center of the cassette back to insert the cassette.
-- 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.
Recording a picture Note or= 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.
Recording a picture 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 ° When closing tile LCD panel, set it vertically until it clicks, and swing it into the camcorder body.
Recording a picture (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, VCR or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16). Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select LCD BRIGHT in _ in the menu settings (p. 178), then press the dial. (2) TurntheSEL/PUSHEXECdialtoadjustthebrighmessoftheLCDscreenwith _g_145S_ LCD BRIGHT, then press the dial.
Recording a picture 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 betterdooking recordings. W: For wide-angle (subject appears farther away) T : For telephoto (subject appears closer) To use zoom greater than 10× Zoom greater than 10x is performed digitally.
Recording a picture This feature allows the camera sul_iect to view him-or herself on the LCD screen. The sul2iect uses this feature lo check his or her own image on the LCD screen while you look at the subject in the viewfinder. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16).
Recording a picture Indicators are not recorded on tapes. Remaining battery time Cassette memory This appears when using a cassette with cassette memory. ,---- Recording mode STBY/REC Time code/Tape counter Remaining tape This appears after you insert a cassette and record or play back for a while.
Recording a picture When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the backlight function. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16), press BACK LIGHT. The [_ indicator appears on the screen.
Recording a picture 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 Light emitter Using NightShot Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRVI6), slide NIGHTSHOT to ON.
Recording a picture 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 NIGI ITSHOT set to ON in normal recording, the picture may be recorded in incorrect or unnatural colors.
Recording a picture - Except DCR-TRV16 Recording with tile 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 SELFT1MER in _{_ with the gEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p.
Checking recordings - END SEARCHIEDITSEARCHIRec Review You can use these buttons lo check the recorded picture or shoot so that the transition between the last recorded scene and the next scene you record is smooth. -- EDffSEARCH 4- J } tD 8 You can go to the end of the recorded section after you record.
-- Playback - Basics -- Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture on the screen. If you close the LCD panel, you can monitor Ibe playback picture in tile viewfinder. You can control playback using tile Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder.
Playing back a tape Press DISPLAY on your camcorder or the Remote Commander. The indicators appear on the screen. To make tile indicators disappear, press DISPLAY again. DATA CODE DISPLAY 3 g t €o About date/time and various settings Use the Remote Commander for this operation.
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 tile tape is being played back.
Playing back a tape To view pictures at double speed Press ×2 on tile Remote Commander during playback. For double speed playback in the reverse direction, press <, then press x2 on the Remote Commander. To resume normal playback, press 1_. To view pictures frame-by-frame Press II1_ on the Remote Commander in the playback pause 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 tile video control buttons in the same way as when you monitor playback pictures on the screen.
-- Advanced Recording Operations -- Recording still images on a "Memory Stick" during recording on a tape - Except DCR-TRV16 You carl record still images on a "Memory Stick" in the tape recording or standby mode. You can also record still images on a tape (p.
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 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.
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.
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 PI-{OTO on the Remote Commander.
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).
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 [¢] is compressed in the longwise direction.
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.
Using the fader function You can fade in or out to give your recording a more professional appearance. [a] FADER M. FADER (mosaic) BOUNCE* OVERLAP* ;o o CQ o =o WIPE* DOT* [b] MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to color.
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 -+ M.
Using the fader function While using the bounce function, you cannot use the following functions: EoctlS Zoom Picture effect Exposure Note or= the bounce function The BOUNCE indicator does not appear .
Using special effects - Picture effect You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on TV. NEG. ART [a] : The color and brightness of the picture are reversed. SEPIA : The picture appears in sepia. B&W : The picture appears in monochrome (black-and-white).
Using special effects - Digital effect You carl add special effects to recorded pictures using the various digital functions. Sound is recorded normally. STILL: You carl 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.
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.
Using special effects - Digital effect Notes • The following functions do not work during digital effect: Fader Super NightShot Color Slow Shutter Recording still images on a "Memory Stick" in the tape recording or standby mode (Pxcept DCR TRV16) Tape Photo recording • The PROGRAM AE function does not work in the slow shutler mode.
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, fi'om appearing excessively white when shooting subjects lit by strong light in the theater.
Using the PROGRAM AE function (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16). Press MENU, then select PROGRAM AE in _[_ with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 176). (2) Select the desired mode with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. 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 eases: When the subject is backlit When the sul_iect is too bright against tile background When recording dark pictures (e.
Focusing manually Normally, focus is automatically adjusted. However, you can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases: • The autofocus mode is not effective when s.
Interval recording You can make a timeqapse 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] ', - - ,, - - ,, [a]: REC TIME [hi:Waiting time [c]: INTERVAL (1) In the standby mode, press MENU.
Interval recording 3 o o g To cancel the interval recording Perfurm either of the following: Set INT. REC to OFE in the menu settings. Set the POWER switch to other than CAMERA. To suspend interval recording and perform normal recording Press START/STOP during the interval time except during recording time.
Frame by frame recording - Frame recording You can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect using fi'ame recording. To create this effect, alternately move the subject a litlle and make a flame recording. We recommend that you use a tripod, and operate your camcorder using the R_mote Commander after step 4.
-- 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.
Playing back tapes with digital effect During playback, you can process a scene using the following digital effect functions: STILL, FLASH, LUMh and TRAIL. (1) In the playback or playback pause mode, press MENU. Select D EFFECT in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p.
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). (1) In the playback or playback pause mode, press PB ZOOM on your camcorder.
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 tf (USBI 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 tile Remote Commander for this operation. (1) In the playback mode, press DISPLAY.
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 1_ to ON in the menu settings.
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 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.
Searching for a photo - PHOTO SEARCHIPHOTO 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 memo_T. You can also search for still images one after another and display each picture for five seconds automatically regardless of cassette memory (PHOTO SCAN).
Searching for a photo - PHOTO SEARCHIPHOTO SCAN (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Set CM SEARCH in _ to OFF in the menu settings (p. 181). (3) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the PHOTO SEARCH indicator appears.
-- Editing -- Dubbing a tape You can dub or edit on the VCR connected to your camcorder using your can]corder as a player. Connect your camcorder to tile VCR using tile A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Before operation • Set DISPLAY in _ to LCD in the menu settings.
Dubbing a tape If your VCR is a monaural type Connect the yellow plug of tile A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and tile white or the red plug to tile audio input jack on the VCR or the TV. When the white plug is connected, the left channel audio is output, and when tile red plug is connected, the right channel audio is output.
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.
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-TRVI6).
Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing (on tapes) 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.
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.
Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing (on tapes) (2)Setting the modes to cancel the recording pause on the VCR (_) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PAUSEMODE, then press the dial. @ Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the mode to cancel recording pause on the VCR, then press the dial.
Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing (on tapes) (4) Confirming VCR operation (_) Insmt a recordable tape into the VCI-{, then set to recording pause. @ Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IR TEST, then press the dial. @ Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.
Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing (on tapes) When you connect using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional), follow the procedure below. (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.
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.
Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing (on tapes) 6 Notes • When you complete step 3, the image used to adjust the syncronization is recorded for about 50 seconds. • If you start recording from the very beginning of the tape, the first few seconds of the tape may not record properly.
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Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing (on tapes) Erasing the program you have set Erase OUT first and then IN fl'om 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.
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Recording video or TV programs 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.
Recording video or TV programs If your VCR or TU is a monaural type Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video output jack and the white or tile red plug to tile audio output jack on tile VCR or the TV.
Recording video or IV programs 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.
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.
Inserting a scene from a VCR - Insert Editing To change the insert end point Press ZERO SET MEMORY again after step 5 to erase the ZERO SET MEMORY indicator and begin from step 3. Note Pictures and sound recorded on the portion between tile insert start and end points will be erased when you insert the new scene.
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.
Audio dubbing Audio equipment AUDIO_AUDIO R White Red VIDEO -_dc_&o n nect the : Signal flow video (yellow) plug. A/V connecting cable (supplied) 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.
Audio dubbing Choose a connection described on the previous pages, and connect audio equipment or microphone to your camcorder. Then follow the procedure below. (1) Instal the recorded tape into your camcorder. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.
Audio dubbing Notes • New audio cannot be recorded on a tape already recorded in the 16-bit mode (32 klIz, 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.
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. (1) In the recording, standby mode, playback or playback pause, press MENU, then select TITLE in {_l with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
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.
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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. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. Press MENU, then select TITLE in 1_ with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p.
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 [÷], then press the dial to delete the title.
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.
Labeling a cassette To erase the label you have made In step 4 turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [÷l, 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.
-- "Memory Stick" Operations -- Using a "Memory Stick" - Introduction - Except DCR-TRV16 You carl easily record and playback images on the "Memory Stick" supplied with your cameorder.
Using a "Memory Stick" - Introduction "Memory Stick"s formatted on a computer "Memo!y Stick"s formatted on Windows OS or Macintosh computers are not guaranteed compatible with your camcorder.
Using a "Memory Stick" - Introduction You can select Ihe image quality mode in still image recording. The default setting is FINE. (DCR-TRVI8 only). The default setting is SUPER FINE. (DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only). (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR.
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.
Using a "Memory Stick" - Introduction 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.
Using a "Memory Stick" - Introduction Image size settings Setting Meaning Indicator 1152 × 864* Records 1152 x 864 still images. 1['-_1152 640 × 480 Records 640 x 480 still images. _640" 320 × 240 Records 320 x 240 moving pictures.
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.
Recording still images on a "Memory Stick" - Memory Photo recording - Except DCR-TRV16 You can record still hnages on "Memory Stick"s. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.
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.
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Recording still images on a "Memory Stick" - Memory Photo recording PHOTO 4 If the capacity of the "Memory Stick" becomes full "_ FULL" appears on tile screen, and you cannot record a still image on this "Memory Stick.
Recording still images on a "Memory Stick" - Memory Photo recording iiiii ii i! ii i i!iiii i i!ii!ii i ! i iill 13 i 7:i717!i! 7!I ¸ You can record still images on "Memory Stick "s with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation.
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 captore moving picture data through the input connector and record it as a still image on a "Memory Stick".
Recording an image from a tape as a still image If you press PHOTO lightly in the playback mode Tile 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.
Recording an image from a tape as a still image Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) DV OUT : Signal flow i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) 3 o Note In the following instances, recording is interrupted or "K_] 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 tbe "Memory Stick" on tbe moving picture you are recording. You can record the superimposed in]ages on a tape or a "Memory Stick.
Superimposing a still image in the "Memory Stick" on an image - MEMORY MIX Before operation • Insert a tape fur recording into your camcorder. • Insert a "Memory Stick" with recorded still images into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
Superimposing a still image in the "Memory Stick" on an image - MEMORY MIX 3 456 Still image 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.
Superimposing a still image in the "Memory Stick" on an image - MEMORY MIX Image size is automatically set to 640 × 480. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" including still images into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.
Superimposing a still image in the "Memory Stick" on an image - MEMORY MIX 2 Still image 4 5 6 124 To change the still image to superimpose Do either of tile following: Press MEMORY /÷ before step 6. Press the SEL/PUSI 1 EXEC dial be[ore step 6, and repeat the procedure from step 4.
Recording moving pictures on a "Memory Stick" - MPEG movie recording - Except DCR-TRV16 You carl record moving pictures with sound on "Memo_y Stick"s. The picture and sound are recorded up to the capacity of "Memory Stick".
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 moving pictures on a "Memory Stick" - MPEG movie recording START/ STOP 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.
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.
Recording pictures from a tape as a moving picture Notes • Sound recorded in 48 kHz is converted to 32 kIlz 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.
Recording pictures from a tape as a moving picture Before operation Set DISPLAY in _ to LCD in the menu settings. (Tbe 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.
Recording pictures from a tape as a moving picture Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) DV OUT : Signal flow i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) {optional) Note In the following instances, recording is interrupted or "_ REC ERROR" is displayed and you cannot record pictures.
Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture - Digital program editin_l (on "Memory/Stick"s) - Except DCR-TRV16 You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto "Memory Stick"s. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.
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 fi'om of the last program. (1) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select UNDO, then press the dial.
Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture - Digital program editing (on "Memory Stick"s) (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.
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.
Copying still images from a tape - PHOTO SAVE Image size of still images Image size is automatically set to 640 x 480. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or knock your camcorder. As well do not turn tile power off or oject a "Memory Stick".
Viewing still images - Memory Photo playback - Except DCR-TRV16 You carl play back still images recorded on a "Memory Stick." You carl 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 eamcorder.
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 memo_y photo playback on a TV or on the LCD screen, the image quality may appear to have deteriorated.
Viewing still images - Memory Photo playback You can play hack 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.
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.
Viewing moving pictures - MPEG movie playback 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 I 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 _ Image size _7 _. Picture number/Total number of recorded _5 min 20 _,_K_ pictures i_ _ _i:_ i iii _ _o Protect _ "_----" Recording date/time I I (Various settings are displayed as .
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.
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.
Enlarging still images recorded on a "Memory Stick" - Memory PB ZOOM - Except DCR-TRV16 You carl 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.
Enlarging still images recorded on a "Memory Stick" - Memory PB ZOOM The PBZOOM 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.
Playing back images in a continuous loop - SLIDE SHOW - Except DCR-TRV16 You carl 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.
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.
Deleting images - DELETE - Except DCR-TRV16 You can delete images stored in a "Memory Stick." You can delete all images or only selected images. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR.
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Writing a print mark- PRINT MARK - Except DCR-TRV16 You carl 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.
Using the optional printer - Except DCR-TRV16 You can use tile optional printer on your camcorder to print images on print paper. For details, refer to the operating instructions of tile printer.
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.
-- 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.
Viewing images with your computer - Introduction When connecting to a computer using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) Your computer nmst have a DV jack and editing software installed that can read video signals.
Viewing images with your computer - Introduction "Memory Stick" • "Memory Stick" operations on your camcorder cannot be assured if a "Memory Stick" formatted on your co.
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable - For Windows users Complete installation of the USB driver before connecting the camcorder to | 1 the computer. If you connect the camcorder to the computer first, you will not J be able to install the USB driver correctly.
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable - For Windows users 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.
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable - For Windows users Start the following operation without connecting the USB cable to your | computer. J Connect the USB cable according to "Making the computer recognize the camcorder".
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable - For Windows users Viewing images recorded on a tape Refer to page 161 for details on viewing "Memory Stick" images on your computer {except DCR-TRVI6). You need to install PIXELA ImageMixer to view images recorded on a tape.
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.
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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. _) Insm_ a "Memo_TStick" into your camcorder.
Viewing images recorded on a tape with your computer - For Windows users You need to install the USB driver and "PIXELA hnageMixer" 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.
Viewing images recorded on a tape with your computer - For Windows users (7) Connect the USB jack on your computer to the _ (USB) jack on your camcorder using the supplied USB cable. (USB) jack Push into the end USB jack _ USB cable {supplied) (8) Press I_ to strut playback.
Viewing images recorded on a tape with your computer - For Windows users Capturing moving pictures Preview window Thumbnail list widow (1) Select (_ {_). (2) Look at the preview window and click on (Q) at the first scene of the movie you want to capture.
Viewing images recorded on a tape with I/our computer - For Windows users A "PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.l.0 for Sony" on-line help site is available where you can find tile detailed operating method of "PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.l.0 for Sony".
Viewing images recorded on a "Memory Stick" with your computer - For Windows users - Except DCR-TRV16 Before operation • You need to install the USB driver to view "Memory Stick" images with your computer.
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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.
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." $on_ Cam_,ol der OS8_r bier $_ly O$g $1_m Song per{_,,het _I USB Driver _rlg O_rl,:_r _1_.
Viewing images recorded on a "Memory Stick" with your computer - For Macintosh users - Except DCR-TRV16 Before operation You need to install the USB driver to view a "Memo= T 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 tile i.LINK (DV) jack connected to your camcorder. Before operation Set DISPLAY in _ to LCD in tile menu settings.
-- Customizing Your Camcorder -- Changing the menu settings To change the mode settings in the menu settings, select Ihe 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.
Changing the menu settings To make the menu display disappear Press MENU. Menu items are displayed as the following icons: _I_ MANUAL SET _{_ CAMERA SET VCR SET _l_ LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET (except DCR-TRVI6) [_ PRINT SET (except DCR-TRVI6) [] CM SET TAPE SET [_ SETUP MENU [] OTHERS Menu items differ depending on tile position of the POWER switch.
Changing the menu settings POWER Icon/item Mode Meaning switch CAMERA SET SELFTIMER* • OFF To not use the self timer function CAMERA ON To use the self timer function (p. 36, 45, 116, 127) MEMORY D ZOOM • OFF To deactivate the digital zoom. Up to 10x zoom CAMERA is performed.
Changing the menu settings POWER Icon/item Mode Meaning switch VCR SET HiFi SOUND • STEREO To play back a stereo tape or dual sound track VCR tape with main ai_d sub sound (p.
Changing the menu settings POWER Icon/item Mode Meaning switch D MEMORY SET (except DCR*TRV16) STILL SET BURST • OFF To not record continuously MEMORY NORMAL *_t To record up to four (in 1152 × 864 size) or 13 (in 640 × 480 size) still images continuously (p.
Changing the menu settings POWER Icon/item Mode Meaning switch MEMORY SET (except DCR-TRV16) PRINT MARK ON To write a print mark on recorded still images VCR you want to print out later {p. 151) MEMORY • OFF To cancel print marks on still images PROTECT ON To protect selected still images against VCR accidental erasure {p.
Changing the menu settings POWER Icon/item Mode Meaning switch PRINT SET (except DCR-TRV16) 9PIC PRINT • RETURN To cancel prints of split screens MEMORY SAME To make prints of the same split screen (p.
Changing the menu settings POWER Icon/item Mode Meaning switch m TAPE gET REC MODE • SP To record ill the SP (Standard Play) mode VCR LP To increase the recording time to 1.
Changing the menu settings POWER Icon/item Mode Meaning switch SETUP MENU CLOCK SET To set tile date oi" time (p. 23) CAMERA MEMORY USB STREAM •OFF To deactivate the USB streaming function VCR .
Changing the menu settings POWER Icon/item Mode Meaning switch OTHERS DATA CODE • DATE/CAM To press DATA CODE on the Remote VCR Commander to display date, time and various MEMORY settings during playback (p. 39) DATE To press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander to display date and time during playback WORLD TIME To set the clock to the local time.
-- 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.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions The picture is recorded in incorrect or • NIGHTSHOT is set to ON. unnatural colol's. + Set it to OFF. (p. 34) The picture appears too bright, and • NIGHTSHOT is set to ON in a bright place.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions Tile title search function does not Tile cassette has ilo cassette memory. work. + Use a cassette with cassetle memory. (p. 70) CM SEARCH is set to OFF in the menu settings.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions The cassette cannot be removed from • The power supply is disconnected. the holden -> Connect it firmly. (p. 16, 22) • The battery is dead. -> Use a charged battery pack.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions You cannot write a print mark oi1 • TIRe write-protect tab oi1 the "Memory Stick" is set to the still image. LOCK. ÷ Release the lock. (p. 105) • The image to write a print mark is not played back.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble 190 Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions Digital program editing to a • Setting program on a blank portion of tile tape is "Memory Stick" does not function.* attempted. -_ Set the program again on a recorded portion (p.
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.
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 I100-0001 0 C:21:0_ 100-0001 Warning indicator as to file Slow flashing: • The file is corrupted.
Warning indicators and messages Warning messages • CLOCK SET • FOR "InfoLITHIUM" BATTERY ONLY • ri_ CLEANING CASSETTE • _-}/,_ FULL • _ 16BIT • _ REC MODE • _ TAPE • _ "i.
-- Additional Information -- Usable cassettes You can use M_l_,'_ mini DV cassettes only*. You cannot use any other [] 8 ram, I, IIm Hi8, [) Digital8, MI_ VHS, _ VHSC, _ S-VHS, _ S-VHSC, [B Betamax, ED Betamax, I_ T DV or mm_m_ MICRO MV cassette.
Usable cassettes 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.
Usable cassettes When affixing a label on the cassette Be sure to affix a label only at tile locations illustrated below [a] to prevent a malfunction of your camcorder. After using the cassette Rewind He tape to the beginning, put the cassette in its case, and store it upright.
About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack What is the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack? The "hffoLITHIUM" batlery 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).
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 foatures. 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.
About i.LINK i.LINK's maximum baud rate varies according to the equipment. Three maximum baud rates are defined: $100 {approx. 100Mbps*) $200 {approx. 200Mbps) $400 {approx. 400Mbps) The baud rate is listed under "Specifications" in the operating instructions of each equipment.
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].
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Maintenance information and precautions Cleaning the video heads To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean tile video heads. The video heads may be dirty when: • Mosaic-pattern noise appears on the playback picture. • Playback pictures do not move.
Maintenance information and precautions Camcorder operation • Operate your camcorder on 72 V (barrel T pack} or 8.4 V {AC power adaptoO. • For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in these operating instructions.
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.
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 hatteby compartment.
Specifications Video recording system 2 rotary heads Helical scanning system Audio recording system Rotary heads, PCM _stem Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 32 kHz, stereo l, _ereo 2), 16 bits (Fs 48 kHz, stereo) Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette Mini DV cassette with the M_]_ mark printed Tape speed SP: Approx.
Specifications Mass (approx.) DCR TRVI6:610 g (1 lb 5 07) DCR TRVI8:920 g (1 lb 5 o7) DCR TRV25:640 g (1 lb 6 o7) DCR_TRV2?: 660 g (1 lb 7 o7) main unit only DCR TRVI6:700 g (1 lb 8 o7) DCR TRVI8:710 .
-- Quick Reference -- Identifying parts and controls [] [] [] IN = [] [] Focus ring (p. 61) [] Lens [] Microphone [] Viewfinder (p. 29) [] Display window (p. 17) [] FOCUS/INFINITY button (p. 61) [] FADER button (p. 52) Note on the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which can reproduce fine images.
Identifying parts and controls [] [] [] [] @ @ [] PHOTO button (p. 43) [] Power zoom lever (p. 30) [] EDITSEARCH button (p. 37) Grip strap [] NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 34) [] SUPER NS/COLOR SLOW S button (p. 34) [] Jack cover [] Camera recording lamp (p, 26, 184) [] Remote sensor/Infrared rays emitter (p.
Identifying parts and controls [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] BATT release button (p. 16} [] SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 23) [] START/STOP button (p. 26) [] DC IN jack cover [] Intelligent accessory shoe (p. 94) [] LOCK switch* (p. 26) [] POWER switch (t 7. 17) [] Access lamp* (p.
Identifying parts and controls [] ® [] [] [] U (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.
Identifying parts and controls [] [] [] [] [] []Speaker [] OPEN button (p. 36) [] LCD screen (p. 26) [] RESET button (p. 190) [] Video control buttons (p. 40) • STOP (stop) 41_ REW (rewind) PLAY {playback) FF {fasfforward) II PAUSE (pause) [] Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p.
Identifying parts and controls [] [] [] [] [] [] ENDSEARCH button (p. 37) [] DISPLAY button (p. 39) [] VOLUME buttons (p. 38) [] REC (record) button (p. 89, 91, 93, 143) [] AUDIO DUB button (p. 96) [] PB ZOOM button (p. 67, 145) [] MENU button (p. 175) [] EXPOSURE button (p.
Identifying parts and controls [] [] [] [] [] [] Battery pack (p. 16) [] ILL OPEN/EJECT lever (p. 25) [] Cassette lid [] Cassette compartment [] Lens cap (p. 26) [] Tripod receptacle Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch}.
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Identifying parts and controls LCD screen and viewfinder [] [] [] @ @ @ SEARCH Display window [] Cassette memory (p. 13, 194) [] Remaining battery time (p. 32) [_ Zoom (p. 30)/Exposure (p. 60)/Data file name *_ (p. 105) [] Digital effect (p. 55, 66)/MEMORY MIX *_ (p.
Identifying parts and controls Audio mode (p. 182) [] Data file name *_) .2) (p. 124)/Time (p. 23) [] Video flash ready This indicator appears when you use the video flash light (optional). [] Continuous mode *_) (p. 114) [] Remaining battery time (p.
Index A, B AC power adaptor .................. 17 Adjusting viewfinder ............. 29 Audio dubbing ........................ 94 AUDIO MIX .......................... 178 Audio mode ........................... 182 AUTO SHUTTER .................. 176 BACK LIGHT .
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