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    -592-13 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCR-TRV Model No. AC- Serial No. Serial No. DCR-TRV20 DCR-TRV6/TRV11/TRV20 ©2000 Sony Corporation
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    of this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder. With your Digital Handycam, you can capture life's precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Digital 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
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    with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
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    supplied accessories 5 Quick Start Guide 6 Getting started Using this manual 8 Step 1 Preparing the power supply .......... 10 Installing the battery pack 10 Charging the battery pack 11 Connecting to a wall outlet 14 Step 2 Inserting a cassette 15 Using with analog video unit and PC
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    (2) (p. 149) 4 NP-FM50 battery pack (1) (p. 10, 11) 5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 28, 54) 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 144) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 16) 8 PC serial cable (1) (p. 115) DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only 9 "Memory Stick" (1) (p. 93) DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only 0 Application software: PictureGear 4.1Lite (CD ROM
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    the page in parentheses "( )" for more information. Connecting the power cord (p. 14) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 10). Open the DC IN jack cover. Connect the plug with its v mark facing lens side. AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette (p. 15) 1 Slide
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    Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. VCR POWER OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 4 Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording picture on the LCD screen (p. 25) 1 Set the POWER switch to VCR while pressing the small green button. POWER MEMORY CAMERA VCR OFF(CHG)
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    - Getting started - Using this manual The instructions in this manual are for the three 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-TRV20 is the model used for
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    .99% or more. •Do not let your camcorder get wet. Keep your camcorder away from rain and sea water. Letting your camcorder get wet may cause your camcorder to malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired [a]. •Never leave your camcorder exposed to temperatures above 140°F (60°C), such
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    Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Install the battery pack to use your camcorder outdoors. (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
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    FULL appears in the display window. Fully charging the battery allows you to use the battery longer than usual. VCR OFF(CHG) 1 4 POWER 2 CAMERA MEMORY After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC power adaptor from the DC IN jack on your camcorder. Notes •Prevent metallic objects from
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    your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - min" appears in the display window. While charging the battery pack, no indicator appears or the indicator flashes in the display window in the following cases: - The battery pack is not installed correctly. - The AC power adaptor
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    695 (625) DCR-TRV20 Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Playing time on LCD screen 125 (110) battery pack (M series). Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery. "InfoLITHIUM" M series battery packs have the mark. TM SERIES "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony
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    attached to your camcorder. •The DC IN jack has "source priority." This means that the battery pack cannot supply any power if the power cord is connected to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is not plugged into a wall outlet. Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (not supplied). 14
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    cassette (1) Install the power source. (2) Slide OPEN line deeply into the cassette compartment with the window facing out. (4) Close the cassette compartment by part of the lid other than the mark. When you use mini DV cassette with cassette memory Read the instruction about cassette memory
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    up. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. 1 3 LOCK Switch VCR POWER OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 4 Camera recording lamp Microphone 5 2 40min REC 0:00:01 Note Fasten the grip strap firmly. Note on Recording mode Your camcorder records and plays back in the SP (standard play) mode and in
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    (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) When you slide the LOCK switch to the right, the POWER switch can no longer be set to MEMORY camcorder automatically turns off. This is to save battery power and to prevent battery and tape wear. To resume the standby mode, set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), and to CAMERA
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    the LCD screen is a mirror-image. However, the picture will be normal when recorded. During recording in the mirror mode ZERO SET MEMORY on you adjust the LCD screen backlight or brightness of the LCD screen The recorded picture will not be affected. After recording (1) Set the POWER switch to OFF (
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    B.L. in the menu settings. (p.85) Attaching the supplied lens hood (DCR-TRV20 only) To record fine pictures under strong light, we recommend attaching the the Remote Commander. In such case, remove the lens hood from your camcorder. •You cannot attach filters or other objects onto the lens hood. When
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    away in the wide-angle position. Notes on digital zoom •Digital zoom starts to function when zoom exceeds 10×. •The picture quality deteriorates as you move the power zoom lever toward the "T" side. •You cannot use the digital zoom when the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (DCR- TRV11/TRV20 only). 20
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    tapes. Remaining battery time indicator Cassette memory indicator This appears when using a tape with cassette memory. Recording seconds after the power is turned on. Time code The time code indicates the recording or playback time, "0:00:00" (hours : minutes : seconds) in CAMERA mode and "0:00
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    In the standby, recording or memory mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON. and "NIGHTSHOT" indicators flash on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. To difficult with the autofocus mode when using the NightShot function, focus manually. While using the NightShot function, you cannot use the following functions
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    Digital effect - Memory mode (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 appears on the LCD screen or in the Memory Stick"s Press SELFTIMER, then press PHOTO in MEMORY mode (p. 104). To cancel self-timer recording Press SELFTIMER so that the indicator disappears from on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder while your camcorder
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    from the point you released EDITSEARCH. You cannot monitor the sound. Rec Review You can check the last recorded section. Press the - 7 side speaker or headphones. End search function When you use a tape without cassette memory, the end search function does not work once you eject the cassette after
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    , press either of the two buttons on VOLUME. The speaker on your camcorder is silent when the LCD panel is closed. 2 POWER VCR 4 REW 5 PLAY OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 6 3 VOLUME 1 To stop playback Press x. When monitoring on the LCD screen You can turn the LCD panel over and move it back to
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    various settings when recorded) (Data code). Press DATA CODE on your camcorder or the Remote Commander in the playback mode. The display changes as by a camcorder without the date and time set. Data code The data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to the TV (p. 28).
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    Various playback modes To operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to VCR. To . End Search When you use a tape without cassette memory, the end search function does not work once you playback pause mode lasts for five minutes Your camcorder automatically enters the stop mode. To resume
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    the AC power adaptor (p. 14). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV or VCR. Open the jack cover. Connect your camcorder to the TV using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Then, set the TV/VCR selector on the TV to VCR. S VIDEO AUDIO/VIDEO : Signal flow IN S VIDEO VIDEO
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    instructions of the AV cordless IR receiver. SUPER LASER LINK Super laser link emitter Insert a tape into your camcorder. (1) After connecting your TV and AV cordless IR receiver, set the POWER you turn the power off The super laser link function turns off automatically. If you use a Sony TV •You
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    here, your camcorder can record still pictures on "Memory Stick"s (p. 100) (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only). (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) In shake your camcorder. The picture may fluctuate. • The PHOTO button does not work: - while the fader function is set or in use - while the digital effect
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    recording with the self-timer. This mode is useful when you want to record yourself. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Press SELFTIMER. The (self-timer) indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (3) Press PHOTO deeper. Self-timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep sound
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    the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Connect it to the AUDIO/VIDEO jack and connect the yellow plug of the cable to the video input of the video printer. Refer to the operating instructions of the video printer as well. S VIDEO Video printer LINE IN VIDEO S VIDEO AUDIO/VIDEO
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    indoor mode. In the automatic white balance mode Point your camcorder at a white subject for about 10 seconds after setting the POWER switch to CAMERA to get a better adjustment when: •You detach the battery for replacement. •You bring your camcorder to the outdoors from the interior of a house, or
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    . If you connect a TV compatible with the ID-1 system, the screen size is automatically selected. 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 an A/V 34 connecting cable.
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    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. *1) DCR-TRV6/TRV11 only *2) You can use this function only when D ZOOM is set to OFF in the menu settings. *3) The sound does not wipe away
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    functions: - Digital effect - Low mode Your camcorder automatically stores the DCR-TRV6/TRV11 only) The BOUNCE indicator does not appear in the following mode or functions: - D ZOOM is activated in the menu settings - 16:9 wide - Picture effect - PROGRAM AE While in memory mode (DCR-TRV11/TRV20
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    in in the menu settings. (p. 85). (2) Select the desired picture effect mode in the menu settings. MANUAL SET P EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR RETURN [MENU] : END OFF NEG. ART SEP I A B&W mode with DIGITAL EFFECT. When you turn the power off Your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode. 37
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    You can add special effects to recorded pictures using the various digital functions. The sound is recorded normally. STILL You can clear. OLD MOVIE You can add an old movie type atmosphere to pictures. Your camcorder automatically sets the wide mode to ON and picture effect to SEPIA, and the
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    Shutter speed. The larger the shutter speed number, the slower the shutter speed. OLD MOVIE No adjustment necessary The more bars there are on the screen, the stronger the digital effect. The bars appear in the following modes: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL
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    mode: - Wide mode - Picture effect - PROGRAM AE When you turn the power off The digital effect will be automatically canceled. When recording in the slow shutter mode Auto focus may not be effective. Focus manually using a tripod. Shutter speed Shutter speed number SLOW SHTR 1 SLOW SHTR 2 SLOW
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    can select PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to suit your specific shooting requirements. Spotlight mode This mode prevents people's faces, for mountains and prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows when you are recording a subject behind glass or a screen. Low lux mode
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    your camcorder is set to focus only on DCR-TRV6/TRV11 only) •The following functions do not work in the low lux mode: - Digital effect - Overlap - Wipe - Random dot •While setting the NIGHTSHOT to ON, the PROGRAM AE function does not work. (The indicator flashes.) •While shooting in memory
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    adjust and set the exposure. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases: •The subject is backlit •Bright subject and dark background •To record dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully (1) In the standby, recording or memory mode, press EXPOSURE. The exposure indicator appears. (2) Turn
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    a stationary subject when using a tripod (1) In the standby, recording or memory mode, set FOCUS to MAN. The 9 indicator appears. (2) Turn the appears. When you release FOCUS, your camcorder returns to the manual focus mode. Use this mode when your camcorder focuses on near objects even though
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    the menu settings (p. 85). For details of each picture effect function, see page 37. MANUAL SET P EFFECT RETURN OFF NEG. ART SEP I A B&W SOLAR I ZE [MENU] effect function, record the pictures on the VCR, using your camcorder as a player. Pictures processed by the picture effect function Pictures
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    again. Notes •You cannot process externally input scenes using the digital effect function. •To record pictures that you have processed using the digital effect, record the pictures on the VCR, using your camcorder as a player. Pictures processed by the digital effect function Pictures processed by
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    "Memory Stick"s. (1) In the playback or playback pause mode, press PB ZOOM on your camcorder. The image is enlarged, and R r T t appears on the LCD screen externally input scenes using the PB ZOOM function with your camcorder. The following functions do not work in the PB ZOOM function: - Digital
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    a scene using the zero set memory function Your camcorder goes forward or backward to automatically stop at a desired scene having a tape counter value of "0:00:00". You can do this with the Remote Commander. (1) In the playback mode, press DISPLAY. (2) Press ZERO SET MEMORY at the point you want
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    memory, you can search for the boundaries of recorded tape by title (Title search). Use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) Set the POWER Your camcorder NEW YEAR! 4 PRESENT 5 GOOD MORNING 6 WEDDING 7 NIGHT 8 BASEBALL To stop searching Press x. If you use a tape without cassette memory
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    using cassette memory You can use this function only when playing back a tape with cassette memory (p. 124). (1) Set the POWER switch or > on the Remote Commander to select the date for playback. Your camcorder automatically starts playback at the beginning of the selected date. 3 SEARCH MODE
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    one day's recording is less than two minutes, your camcorder may not accurately find the point where the recording date changes "Searching for the date without using cassette memory" below. Searching for the date without using cassette memory (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Set CM SEARCH in
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    memory You can use this function only when playing back a tape with cassette memory (p. 124). (1) Set the POWER date for playback. Your camcorder automatically starts playback of SEP / 6 / 00 8 : 50 3 DEC / 24 / 00 1 0 : 30 4 JAN / 1 / 01 23 : 25 5 FEB / 11 / 01 1 6 : 11 6 APR / 29 / 01 1 3 : 45 To
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    your camcorder searches for the previous or next photo. Your camcorder automatically starts playback of the photo. To stop searching Press x. Scanning photo (1) Set the POWER switch automatically. 2 SEARCH MODE PHOTO 00 SCAN 3 VCR 1 POWER OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY To stop scanning Press x. 53
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    the Remote Commander You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems 8 mm, Hi8, VHS, S-VHS, VHSC, S-VHSC, Betamax, ED Betamax, mini DV, DV, Digital8 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
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    both your camcorder and the VCR. This connection produces higher quality DV format pictures. Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (not supplied) to DV IN/OUT and to DV IN of the DV products. With digital-to-digital connection, video and
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    editing function Operation 1 Making the program. (p. 64) Operation 2 Performing a Digital program editing (dubbing a tape). (p. 65) Step 1: Connecting the VCR Connect your camcorder and the VCR as shown on pages 54, 55. You can connect both an AV cable and an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable). 56
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    VCR. When you connect using an AV connecting cable, follow the procedures below. Set the IR SETUP code (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 LINE. When you connect a video camera recorder, set its POWER switch to
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    Digital program editing About the IR SETUP code The IR SETUP code is stored in the memory of your camcorder. Be sure to set the correct code, depending on your VCR. Code number 1 is preset at the factory. Brand Remote control mode Sony 41, 32, 37, 28, 22, 23, 24 Sharp 89, 88 Shintom 73
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    - Digital program editing correct button depends on your VCR. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. Editing 1 OTHERS ED I TSET CONTROL pause is N. Setting your camcorder and the VCR to face each other Locate the infrared ray emitter of your camcorder and face it towards the remote
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    Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing Confirming the VCR operation (1) InsertarecordabletapeintotheVCR,thensettorecordingpause. (2) TurntheSEL/ IR SETUP code", set the "IR SETUP" or the "PAUSEMODE" again. •Place your camcorder at least 11 7/8 in. (30 cm) away from the VCR. 60
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    DV connecting cable) When you connect using i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (not supplied), follow the procedures 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. When you connect a digital video camera
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    Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing Step 3: Adjusting the synchronicity of the VCR You can adjust the synchronicity of your camcorder and the VCR. Have a pen and paper ready for notes. (1) Set the POWER swtich to VCR on your camcorder. (2) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to
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    or the contents of cassette memory. •When you connect with an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable), 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 . •When editing digital video, the operation signals cannot
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    the first scene you want to insert using the video operation buttons, then pause playback. (8) Press MARK on the Remote Commander (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only), or the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The OUT point of the first program is set, then the bottom part of the program mark changes to light blue. (9) Repeat
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    MENU. The program is stored in memory until the tape is ejected. On camcorder and VCR are connected, and that the VCR is set to recording pause. When you use an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) the following procedure is not necessary. When you use a digital video camera recorder, set its POWER
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    signals into digital video signals via your camcorder connected to a PC and analog video unit. Analog video signals t Digital video signals You can capture images and sound from an analog video unit connecting a PC which has the i.LINK (DV) jack to your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR
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    you want to start recording from. 4 REC PAUSE OUT TV S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO S VIDEO AUDIO/VIDEO : Signal flow When you have finished dubbing a tape Press x on both your camcorder and the VCR. Using the Remote Commander (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) In step 4, press z REC and MARK simultaneously, then
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    ) to obtain high-quality pictures With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect an S video cable (not supplied) to the S (S1) video jacks of both your camcorder and the VCR. This connection produces higher quality DV format pictures. 68
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    LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (not supplied) to DV IN/OUT and to DV IN/OUT of the DV products. With digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing. (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder, and
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    Recording video or TV programs You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) When you dub a picture in digital form the picture using your camcorder, the picture may jitter. Before recording Make sure if the DV IN indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.
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    . (6) First press X on the VCR, and after a few seconds press X on your camcorder to start inserting the new scene. Inserting automatically stops near the zero point on the tape counter. Your camcorder automatically returns to the recording pause mode. 5 REC 4 ZERO SET MEMORY 0:00:00 ZERO SET
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    ZERO SET MEMORY again after step 5 to erase the ZERO SET MEMORY indicator and begin from step 3. Using the Remote Commander (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) In when you insert the new scene. If you insert scenes on the tape recorded with other camcorder (including other DCR-TRV6/TRV11/TRV20) The picture and
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    IN POWER) : Signal flow Microphone (not supplied) You can check the recorded picture and sound by connecting the AUDIO/VIDEO jack to a TV. The recorded sound is not output from a speaker. Check the sound by using the TV or headphones. Connecting the microphone with the intelligent accessory shoe
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    No connection is necessary. Notes •While audio dubbing, the sound does not output from the speaker. Check the sound by using headphones. •When dubbing with the built-in microphone, the recorded picture is not output from the AUDIO/VIDEO and S VIDEO jacks. Check the pictures on the LCD screen or
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    your camcorder. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. new sound (ST2) by selecting AUDIO MIX in the menu settings (p. 85). VCR SET H i F i SOUND AUD I O M I X A / V DV OUT ST1 ST2 RETURN [MENU] : END Five minutes after when you disconnect the power source or remove the battery
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    . • MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack • Intelligent accessory shoe • AUDIO/VIDEO jack • Built-in microphone If an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (not supplied) is connected to your camcorder You cannot add a sound to a recorded tape. To add new sound more precisely Press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote
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    a title If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can superimpose the title while recording or after . In the recording, playback or playback pause mode: The "TITLE SAVE" indicator appears on the screen for five seconds and the title is set. In the standby mode: The "TITLE" indicator appears
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    parts The title may not be displayed correctly. The titles superimposed with your camcorder •They are displayed by only the DV format video recording with other video equipment. If the tape has too many index signals You may not be able to superimpose a title because the memory is full.
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    choices for the title position. One cassette can have up to about 20 titles, if one title consists of five characters However, if the cassette memory is full with date, photo and cassette label data, one cassette can have only up to about 11 titles with five characters each. Cassette
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    Superimposing a title Erasing a title (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press MENU to display T I TLE DSPL TAPE T I TLE ERASE ALL RETURN [MENU] : END MENU 1 HELLO ! 2 CONGRATULAT I ONS ! 3 HAPPY NEW YEAR ! 4 PRESENT 5 GOOD MORN I NG 6 WEDD I NG [MENU] : END T I TLE ERASE 4 PRESENT ERASE OK ?
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    (7) To finish making your own titles, turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [SET], then press the dial. The title is stored in memory. (8) Press TITLE to make the title menu disappear. 1 TITLE 2 TITLE SET CUSTOM1 CUSTOM2 TITLE SET CUSTOM1 CUSTOM2 RETURN PRESET TITLE HELLO! HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY
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    Enter the new title as desired. If you take five minutes or longer to enter characters in the standby mode while a cassette is in your camcorder The power automatically goes off. The characters you have entered remain stored in memory. Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) once and then to CAMERA again
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    consist of up to 10 characters and is stored in cassette memory. When you insert the labelled cassette and turn the power on, the label is displayed for about five seconds. (1) Insert the cassette you want to label. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (3) Press MENU to display the menu. (4) Turn the
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    and operate in the same way to make a new label. If you set the write-protect tab of If the mark appears in step 5 The cassette memory is full. If you erase the title in the the "-----" indicator has fewer than 10 spaces The cassette memory is full. The "-----" indicates the number of characters
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    Customizing Your Camcorder - Customizing Your Camcorder - Changing the menu settings To 86). 1 MENU CAMERA MANUAL SET P EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR VCR MANUAL SET P EFFECT 2 MANUAL SET P EFFECT WHT BAL OTHERS WORLD TIME BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY REC LAMP [MENU] : END MEMORY MANUAL SET WHT BAL
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    displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) CM SET TAPE SET digitally (p. 20). To activate the digital zoom. More than 10× to 120× zoom is performed digitally (p. 20). - To record a 16:9 wide picture (p. 34). To compensate for camera
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    to normal. BRIGHT To brighten the viewfinder screen. VCR CAMERA MEMORY Notes on LCD B.L. •When you select "BRIGHT", battery life is reduced by about 10 percent during recording. •When you use power sources other than the battery pack, "BRIGHT" is automatically selected. Notes on VF B.L. When
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    /TRV20 only *2) DCR-TRV20 only Note on IMAGE SIZE (DCR-TRV20 only): When you set CONTINUOUS to MULTI SCRN or you set the POWER switch to VCR, IMAGE SIZE is automatically set to 640×480. Notes on formatting • Supplied "Memory Stick"s have been formatted at factory. Formatting with this camcorder
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    POWER switch To search using cassette memory (p. 49). VCR To search without using cassette memory. To erase the title you have superimposed (p. 80). VCR CAMERA , we recommend using a Sony Excellence/Master mini DV cassette so that you can get the most out of your camcorder. •You cannot make audio
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    video input on a Sony TV when using the laser function (P. 29). - To display selected menu items in normal size. To display selected menu items at twice the normal size. To make the demonstration appear. To cancel the demonstration mode. POWER switch VCR CAMERA VCR CAMERA MEMORY VCR CAMERA MEMORY
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    of the recording. To make program and perform video editing (p. 64). To adjust and set the synchronicity of your camcorder and a VCR for dubbing in edit set mode. POWER switch CAMERA MEMORY VCR CAMERA MEMORY VCR CAMERA MEMORY VCR CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA MEMORY VCR VCR Note If you press DISPLAY with
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    New York or Panama time for other models. If you do not use your camcorder -lithium battery installed in your camcorder will settings disappear. 1, MENU 7 2 MANUAL SET P EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO Memory Stick" (DCRTRV11/TRV20 only). Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder
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    - DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only You can record and play back still images on a "Memory Stick" supplied with your camcorder. You can easily play back, record or delete still images. You can exchange image data with other equipment such as a personal computer etc., using the PC serial cable for "Memory Stick
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    formatted by a computer "Memory Stick"s formatted by Windows OS or Macintosh computers do not have a guaranteed compatibility with this 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
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    Stick" Open the "Memory Stick" compartment in step 1, press MEMORY RELEASE. The "Memory Stick" comes out. MEMORY RELEASE When the access lamp is lit or flashing Never shake or strike your camcorder. Do not turn the power off , eject a "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the image
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    QUALITY, then press the dial. (5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired image quality, then press the dial. 1 POWER 2 MENU MEMORY CAMERA VCR OFF(CHG) 3 4 5 MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS OFF QUAL I TY I MAGE S I ZE PR I NT MARK PROTECT SL I DE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN [MENU] : END
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    a "Memory Stick" - introduction Image quality settings Setting Meaning SUPER FINE (SFN) (DCR-TRV20 only) This is the highest image quality in your camcorder. The number of still images you can record is less than in FINE mode. The image is compressed to about 1/3. SFN appears on the screen
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    DCR-TRV20 only You can select either one of two image sizes: 1152×864 or 640×480. (In VCR mode, you can select only 640×480.) (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. images recorded on a camcorder in 1152×864 size are played back on a unit that does 98 not support that size, the full image may not
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    number of images you can record on a "Memory Stick" The number of images you can record varies depending on which image quality mode and image size you select and the complexity of the subject. 1152×864 image size and SUPER FINE are selected with DCR-TRV20 only. 4MB type (supplied): Image size
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    does not start yet. (3) Press PHOTO deeper. The image displayed on the screen will be recorded on a "Memory Stick." Recording is complete when the bar scroll indicator disappears. 1 POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 2 PHOTO 3 PHOTO 1 / 100 CAPTURE Number of images can be recorded on the
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    Stick" Operations Recording still images on "Memory Stick"s - Memory photo recording When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work: - Wide TV mode - Digital zoom - SteadyShot function - SUPER NIGHTSHOT - Fader - Picture effect - Digital effect - Title - Low lux mode
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    Memory Stick"s - Memory photo recording Recording images continuously You can record still pictures continuously. Select one of the two modes described below before recording. Continuous mode [a] (DCR-TRV20 depends on the capacity of the "Memory Stick." Multi screen mode (Recording image size is 640
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    on this "Memory Stick." Continuous shooting settings Setting Meaning (indicator on the screen) OFF Your camcorder shoots one image at a time. (no indicator) ON Your camcorder shoots up to 16 still images at about 0.5 sec intervals. (DCR-TRV20 ( ) only) MULTI SCRN Your camcorder shoots nine
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    The video flash light does not work in the continuous or multi screen mode if you install it to the intelligent accessory shoe. Self-timer memory photo recording You can make a memory photo recording with the self-timer. This mode is useful when you want to record yourself. (1) Set the POWER switch
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    Memory Stick" on a moving picture - MEMORY MIX - DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only You can superimpose a still picture you have recorded on a "Memory Stick" on the top of the moving picture you are recording. M. CHROM (Memory a "Memory Stick" before a trip or event for convenience. C. CHROM (Camera chromakey)
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    recording into your camcorder. •Insert a recorded "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Press MEMORY MIX in the standby mode. The last recorded or last composed image appears on the lower part of the screen as a thumbnail image. (3) Press MEMORY+/- to select the
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    -0019 ~ 100-0020 Sample images Sample images stored in the "Memory Stick" supplied with your camcorder are protected (p. 120). If a still picture to be superimposed modified with personal computers or shot with other equipment You may not be able to play them back with your camcorder. Note When the
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    unit. As well do not turn the power off , eject a "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the image data breakdown may occur. If " " appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder The inserted "Memory Stick" is incompatible with your camcorder because its format does not conform with
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    on mini DV tapes You cannot record the titles on "Memory Stick"s. The title does not appear while you are recording a still picture Your camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen when you press the button. Recording a still image from other equipment (1) Set the POWER
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    i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) Connect using an S video cable (not supplied) to obtain high-quality pictures With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect an S video cable (not supplied) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder
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    on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (5) Press PHOTO deeper. The still image from the mini DV tape is recorded on a "Memory Stick." The number of still images copied is displayed. "END" is displayed when copying is completed. OFF(CHG) VCR 1 POWER CAMERA MEMORY 2 MENU 3 5 PHOTO PHOTO
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    is automatically set to 640 × 480. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Never shake or strike your camcorder. As well do not turn the power off, eject a "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the image data breakdown may occur. To record all the images recorded on the mini DV tape
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    image, press MEMORY +. 1 POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY "Memory Stick" Operations 2 PLAY 3 To stop memory photo playback Press MEMORY PLAY again. 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
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    when searching for a particular image. (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. 2 INDEX 1 POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 114 A red B mark appears above the image that
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    see images recorded on the "Memory Stick" on a computer screen. Use the PC serial cable supplied with your camcorder for this operation. You can playback the images on the "Memory Stick"s on the computer screen only in the memory mode. DIGITAL I/O (LANC) PC serial cable : Signal flow Serial Port
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    - DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only You can copy still images or titles recorded on "Memory Stick" and record them to a mini DV tape. Before operation •Insert mini DV tape for recording into your camcorder. •Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Using the video control
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    Stick" Operations Copying the image recorded on "Memory Stick"s to mini DV tapes Note on the index screen You cannot record the index screen. If you press EDITSEARCH during pause mode Memory playback stops. Image data modified with personal computers or shot with other equipment You may not be
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    Enlarging still images recorded on "Memory Stick"s - Memory PB ZOOM - DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only You can enlarge still images recorded on a "Memory Stick". Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) In the memory playback mode, press PB ZOOM on your camcorder. The still image is
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    dial to select SLIDE SHOW, then press the dial. (5) Press MEMORY PLAY. Your camcorder plays back the images recorded on a "Memory Stick" in sequence. 1 POWER VCR OFF(CHG) "Memory Stick" Operations CAMERA MEMORY 2 3 MENU 5 PLAY 4 MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS QUAL I TY I MAGE S I ZE PR I NT MARK
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    Preventing accidental erasure - Image protection - DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only To prevent accidental erasure of important images, you can protect 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
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    DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only Deleting selected images Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (4) Press MEMORY DELETE again. The selected image is deleted. VCR 2 PLAY 1 POWER OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 3,4
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    to select EXECUTE, then press the dial. "DELETING" appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. When all the unprotected images are deleted, "COMPLETE" is displayed. 1 POWER 2 MENU MEMORY CAMERA VCR OFF(CHG) 4 5 6 3 MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS QUAL I TY I MAGE S I ZE PR I NT MARK PROTECT SL
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    - DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only You can specify the recorded still image to print out. This function is useful for printing out still images later. Your camcorder conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard for specifying the still images to print out. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick
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    when you record using a digital video camera recorder without a cassette memory function on a tape recorded by one with the cassette memory function. mark on the cassette The memory capacity of tapes marked with is 4KB. Your camcorder can accommodate tapes having a memory capacity of up to 16KB
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    can be played back. 16-bit mode: A new sound cannot be recorded but the original sound can sound You cannot record dual sound programs on your camcorder. Notes on the mini DV cassette When affixing it in an upright position. When the cassette memory function does not work Reinsert a cassette. The
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    LINK cable (DV cable). When connecting this unit to i.LINK-compatible equipment having two or more i.LINK jacks (DV jacks), refer to the instruction manual of the equipment to be connected. About the Name "i.LINK" i.LINK is a more familiar term for IEEE 1394 data transport bus proposed by SONY, and
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    that application software supported by this unit is already installed on the personal computer. For details on precautions when connecting this unit, also refer to the instruction manuals for the equipment to be connected. Required i.LINK Cable Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to-4-pin cable (during DV
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    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 LCD screen or in the viewfinder, the
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    screen. c Set the STEADYSHOT in the menu settings to OFF. (p. 85) In the playback mode Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions The tape does not move when a video control button is pressed. • The POWER switch is not set to VCR. c Set it to VCR. (p. 25) The playback button does not work
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    dead. c Install a charged battery pack. (p. 10, 11) • The AC power adaptor is not connected to a wall outlet. c Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall outlet. (p. 14) The end search function does not work. •The tape was ejected after recording when using a tape without cassette memory. (p. 24, 27
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    Additional Information Troubleshooting When operating using the "Memory Stick" - DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only Symptom The "Memory Stick" does not function. Recording does not function. The image cannot be deleted. You cannot format the "Memory Stick". Deleting all the images cannot be carried out. You
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    the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable), and connect it again. Digital program editing does not function. • The input selector on the VCR is not set correctly. c Check the connection and set the input selector on the VCR again. (p. 56) • The camcorder is connected to DV equipment of other than Sony
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    camcorder. • The AC power adaptor is disconnected. c Connect it firmly. (p. 14) • The battery pack is not properly installed. c Install it properly. • Something is wrong with the battery pack. c Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. • Disconnect the power cord of the AC
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    cord of the AC power adaptor or remove the battery pack. After reconnecting the power source, operate your camcorder. • A malfunction that you cannot service has occurred. c Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and inform them of the 5-digit code. (example: E:61:10
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    indicator as to "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) Slow flashing: • No "Memory Stick" is inserted (p. 95).* Fast flashing: •The "Memory Stick" is not readable with your camcorder (p. 93).* Warning indicator as to "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) Fast flashing: •Memory Stick is not formatted
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    on the tape. You cannot dub new sound. • "i.LINK" CABLE i.LINK cable is connected (p. 76).* You cannot dub new sound. • FULL The "Memory Stick" is full.* (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) (p. 103) • The write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK (p. 93).* (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) • NO FILE No
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    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. When charging the battery pack, use a commercially available AC , Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal
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    it for about one hour with the cassette compartment open. Your camcorder can be used again if the % indicator does not appear when the power is turned on again. Note on moisture condensation Moisture may condense when you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place (or vice versa) or
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    retain the date and time, etc., charge the battery if the battery is discharged. Charging the vanadium-lithium battery: •Connect your camcorder to house current using the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder, and leave your camcorder with the POWER switch turned off for more than 24 hours
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    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 this operating instructions. • If any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony
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    in the battery compartment carefully before replacing the batteries. •If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water. •If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a doctor. If any problem occurs, unplug your camcorder and contact your nearest Sony dealer
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    . (37 mm) 10× (Optical), 120× (Digital) Focal length DCR-TRV6/TRV11: 5/32 - 1 5/16 in. (3.3 - 33 mm) DCR-TRV20: 3/16 - 1 11/16 in. (4.2 - 42 mm) When converted to a 35 mm 142 still camera DCR-TRV6/TRV11: Camera/Memory mode: 1 11/16 - 16 5/8 in. (42 - 420 mm) DCR-TRV20: Camera mode: 1 15/16 - 19 in
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    feet (2 m) Connecting cord: 5.2 feet (1.6 m) Battery pack Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 8.5 Wh (1,180 mA) Dimensions (approx.) 1 9/16 × 13/16 × 2 1/4 in. (38.2 × 20.5 × 55.6 mm) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 2.7 oz (76 g) Type Lithium ion "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) Memory Flash memory 4MB
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    that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony video products. When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recommends that you purchase accessories with this "GENUINE VIDEO ACCESSORIES" mark. Attaching the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap supplied with your camcorder to the hooks for the
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    •The intelligent accessory shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light or microphone. •The intelligent accessory shoe is linked to the POWER switch, allowing you to turn the power supplied by the shoe on and off. Refer to the operating instructions of the accessory for further
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    Identifying the parts and controls ws wk wl wd e; ea wf es ed ef wg eg wh eh wj ej ws DISPLAY button (p. 26) wd Speaker wf LCD screen (p. 17) wg DIGITAL EFFECT button (p. 38, 46) wh PB ZOOM button (p. 47, 118) wj RESET button (p. 133) wk MEMORY +/- buttons (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) (p.
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    r; PHOTO button (p. 30, 100) ra BATT release button (p. 10) rs MEMORY OPEN button (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) (p. 95) rd LOCK switch (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) (p. 16) rf START/STOP button (p. 16) rg POWER switch (p. 16) ta rh Video control buttons (p. 25) x STOP (stop) m REW (rewind) N PLAY (playback) M FF
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    indicated as CONTROL L or REMOTE. tl MIC jack (PLUG IN POWER) Connect an external microphone (not supplied). This jack also accepts a "plug-in-power" microphone. y; S VIDEO jack (p. 28, 54, 67) Note on the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which can reproduce a fine
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    50, 52) 5 Video control buttons (p. 25) 6 REC button (p. 67, 69, 71) 7 MARK button (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) (p. 64, 67, 69, 71) 8 AUDIO DUB button (p. 75) 9 ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 48) 0 DATA CODE button (p. 26) qa Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control your camcorder after turning
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    flash ready indicator This indicator appears when you use the video flash light (not supplied). wg Self-timer indicator (p. 23) wh Remaining battery time indicator (p. 48)/Tape counter (p. 11)/Memory counter (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only)/ Time code indicator (p. 21, 114) wj FULL charge indicator (p. 11
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    Guide Functions ZOOM [MENU] (p. 85) digital zoom •Focusing manually Manual focus (p. 44) •Shooting screen TV Wide mode (p. 34) •Viewing images using a personal computer "Memory Stick" (p. 93) (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) Functions to be used after recording (in the playback mode) •Digital
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    B AC power adaptor 11 Adjusting viewfinder 19 Audio dubbing 73 AUDIO MIX 87 Audio mode 89 AUTO SHTR 86 A/V connecting cable 28, 54, 67 BACK LIGHT 21 Battery pack 10 Beep 91 BOUNCE 35 C, D Camera chromakey 105 Cassette memory 8, 125 Charging battery 11 Charging vanadium-lithium battery
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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.
DCR-TRV6/TRV11/TRV20
Digital
Video Camera
Recorder
Model No.
DCR-TRV
Model No.
AC-
Serial No.
Serial No.
DCR-TRV20