Sony DCR-TRV830 Operating Instructions
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are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCR-TRV Model No. AC- Serial No. Serial No. DCR-TRV830 TM SERIES DCR-TRV730/TRV828/TRV830 ©2001 Sony Corporation - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
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 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. "Memory Stick" This the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
a still image or a moving picture recorded on "Memory Stick" (p. 117, 120) Capturing images on your computer • Using with analog video unit and your computer (p. 73) • Viewing still images or moving pictures recorded on "Memory Stick" using USB cable (p. 122) Other uses Functions to adjust exposure - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
- Digital program editing 62 Using with analog video unit and your computer - Signal convert function ..... 73 Recording video or TV programs 74 Inserting a scene from a VCR - Insert Editing 76 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 78 "Memory Stick" operations Using "Memory Stick - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
Quick Start Guide This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses "( )" for more information. Connecting the power cord (p. 16) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 11). Open the DC IN jack cover. Connect the plug with its v - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
start playback. PLAY OFCFR(CHG) 1 Set the POWER switch to VCR while pressing the small green button. V POWER CAM M Note Do not pick up your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the LCD panel, or the battery pack. 7 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 8
operation is being carried out. Type of difference DCRLCD screen TRV730 6.2 cm (2.5 type) TRV828 8.8 cm (3.5 type) TRV830 8.8 cm (3.5 type) Before using your camcorder With your digital camcorder, you can use Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes. Your camcorder records and plays back pictures in the - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
Getting started Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD 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 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
12) 3 NP-FM50 battery pack (1) (p. 11, 12) 4 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 165) 5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 31) 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 159) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 19) 8 USB cable (1) (p. 123) 9 "Memory Stick" (1) (p. 88) 0 CD-ROM (SPVD-004 USB Driver) (1) (p. 123) qa Printer - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
power supply Installing the battery pack We recommend using the battery pack when you 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 direction - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 12
CAM M Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after charging it for your camcorder. Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). See page 148 for details of "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
consumption with compatible electronic equipment. This unit is compatible with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery. "InfoLITHIUM" M series battery packs have the mark. "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. TM SERIES 13 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
DCR-TRV730 Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-FM30 NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Recording with the viewfinder Continuous* Typical** 120 70 75 45 255 145 390 230 455 265 Recording with the LCD screen Continuous* Typical** 100 55 60 35 210 120 325 185 375 215 DCR-TRV828/TRV830 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Playing time DCR-TRV730 Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-FM30 NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Playing time on LCD screen 120 75 255 390 455 Playing time with LCD closed 155 95 320 490 565 DCR-TRV828/TRV830 Battery pack Playing time on LCD screen Playing time with - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
is 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 (optional). 16 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 17
your camcorder for about half a year, the date and time settings may be released (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery will time is recorded on the tape and the "Memory Stick." Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle. •12: - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
Inserting a cassette We recommend using Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes. (1) Prepare the power supply (p. the tape on this camcorder. Mosaic pattern noise may appear when you play back standard 8 tape on other camcorders (including other DCR-TRV730/TRV828/TRV830). •The cassette compartment may - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
:01 2 Camera recording lamp Microphone Notes •Fasten the grip strap firmly. •Do not touch the built-in microphone during recording. Note on Recording mode Your camcorder records and plays back in the SP (standard play) mode and in the LP (long play) mode. Select SP or LP in the menu settings - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
set to MEMORY accidentally. The LOCK is released as a default setting. To enable smooth transition You can make the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene smooth as long as you do not eject the cassette if you turn off your camcorder. When you change the battery pack, set - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
starts to function when zoom exceeds 18×. •The picture quality deteriorates as you go toward the "T" side. •You cannot use the digital zoom when the POWER switch is set to MEMORY. When you shoot close to a subject If you cannot get a sharp focus, move the power zoom lever to the "W" side until - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
switch is set to CAMERA or MEMORY. Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator roughly indicates the recording one minute for the correct remaining battery time in minutes to be displayed. Time code (for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system only) The time code indicates - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
. For example, you can satisfactorily record the environment of nocturnal animals for observation when you use this function. While your camcorder is in CAMERA or MEMORY mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON. and "NIGHTSHOT" indicators flash on the screen. To cancel the NightShot function, slide NIGHTSHOT to - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 24
outdoors in the daytime). This may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •When you keep NIGHTSHOT set the NightShot function, focus manually. While using the NightShot function the following functions: - Fader - Digital effect - Exposure - PROGRAM AE will be slow. In MEMORY mode You cannot use the - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 25
self-timer recording mode is automatically cancelled when: - Self-timer recording is finished. - The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR. Self-timer memory photo recording You can also record still images on "Memory Stick"s with the self-timer (p. 101). 25 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 26
be played back for a few seconds, and then your camcorder will return to the standby mode. You can monitor the sound from the speaker or headphones. Notes •END SEARCH, EDITSEARCH and Rec Review work only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •If you start recording after using the end search - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 27
the LCD panel, you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. (1) Install the power source and insert the recorded tape. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR while pressing the small green button. (3) Open the - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 28
changes as follows: date/time t various settings (SteadyShot, exposure AUTO/MANUAL, white balance, gain, shutter speed, aperture value) t no indicator Date only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. Recording data 28 Recording data is your camcorder's information when you have recorded. - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 29
camcorder without the date and time set. Data code When you connect your camcorder to the TV, the data code appears on the TV screen. Remaining battery minute for the correct remaining battery time to be displayed. Playback - Basics Various playback modes To operate video control buttons, set the - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 30
the stop mode. To resume playback, press N. • The previous recording may appear. Slow playback for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system The slow playback can be performed smoothly on your camcorder; however, this function does not work for an output signal from the DV IN/OUT jack. When you play - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 31
16). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV. Open the jack cover. Connect your camcorder to the TV using the A/V connecting cable. Then, set the TV/VCR selector on the TV to VCR. Playback - Basics : Signal flow S VIDEO AUDIO / VIDEO Red White Yellow IN S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO If your TV is - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 32
TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the AV cordless IR receiver. SUPER use a Sony TV • You can turn on the TV automatically when you press SUPER LASER LINK on your camcorder. To link emitter of your camcorder at the TV's remote sensor. • You can switch the video input of the TV - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 33
camcorder can record still images on "Memory Stick"s (p. 97). (1) In the standby mode, keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a still image appears. The CAPTURE the digital effect function is set or in use. - while the fader function is in use. •When recording a still image, do not shake your camcorder. - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 34
Recording a still image on a tape - Tape Photo recording Self-timer recording You can record still images on tapes with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) In the standby mode, press MENU to display the menu settings. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 35
with your camcorder. Connect the A/V connecting cable 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 AUDIO / VIDEO Video printer LINE IN VIDEO S VIDEO : Signal flow - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 36
16:9WIDE mode automatically appear on the TV screen at full size when: - you connect your camcorder to a TV that is compatible with the video ID (ID-1/ID-2) system. - you connect your camcorder to the S video jack on the TV. ID-1 system The ID-1 system sends aspect ratio information (16:9, 4:3, or - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 37
Advanced Recording Operations Using the fader function You can fade the picture in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. [a] STBY FADER REC OVERLAP * WIPE * DOT * (ramdom dot) [b] STBY REC MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 38
functions work only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •You cannot use the following fader function while using the following functions: - Digital effect - Low lux mode of PROGRAM AE operating the overlap, wipe, or dot function Your camcorder stores the image on the tape. As the image - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 39
Using special effects - Picture effect You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on the the picture effect function You cannot select OLD MOVIE with the digital effect function. When you turn the power off The picture effect is automatically canceled. 39 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 40
can add special effects to recorded image using the various digital functions. The sound is recorded normally. STILL You can brightly. OLD MOVIE You can add an old movie type atmosphere to images. Your camcorder automatically sets the wide mode to ON, picture effect to SEPIA, and the appropriate - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 41
then press the dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired digital effect mode. (5) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The bars appear on the screen. In the STILL and LUMI. modes, the still image is stored in memory. (6) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the effect as follows: STILL - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 42
mode: - Wide mode - Picture effect - PROGRAM AE When you turn the power off The digital effect is 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 SHTR - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 43
can select PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to suit your specific shooting requirements. Spotlight This mode prevents people's faces, for is for when you are recording distant subjects such as mountains and prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows when you are recording - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 44
-ups. This is because your camcorder is set to focus only on subjects in the middle functions do not work in the low lux mode: - Digital effect - Overlap - Wipe - Dot •While setting the NIGHTSHOT not work. (The indicator flashes.) •While shooting in MEMORY mode, the low lux mode does not work. (The - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 45
. 1 EXPOSURE 2 To return to the automatic exposure mode Press EXPOSURE. Note When you adjust the exposure manually, the backlight function does not work in CAMERA or MEMORY mode. Your camcorder automatically returns to the automatic mode: - if you change the PROGRAM AE mode - if you slide NIGHTSHOT - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 46
the focus from a subject in the foreground to a subject in the background. •Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod. (1) Set FOCUS to MANUAL in CAMERA or MEMORY mode. The 9 indicator appears on the screen. (2) Turn the focus ring to sharpen focus. 2 FOCUS To return to the autofocus mode - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 47
Advanced Recording Operations Superimposing a title You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles (p. 49). You can also select the language, color, size and position of titles. VACATION (1) Press TITLE to display the title menu in the standby mode. The title menu display appears - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 48
are playing back You can superimpose a title. However, the title is not recorded on tape. You can record a title when you dub a tape connecting your camcorder to the VCR with the A/V connecting cable. If you use the i.LINK cable instead of the A/V connecting cable, you cannot record the title. 48 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 49
You can make up to two titles and store them in your camcorder. Each title can have up to 20 characters. (1) Press TITLE 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 PRESET T I TLE HEL LO ! - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 50
. If you take 3 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 turn it to CAMERA again, then proceed from step - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 51
The scene is inserted. Recording stops automatically near the counter zero point. Your camcorder returns to the standby mode. ZERO SET MEMORY EDITSEARCH Notes •The zero set memory function works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •The picture and the sound may be distorted at the end - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 52
Notes • The picture effect function works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. • You cannot process externally input scenes using the picture effect that you have processed using the picture effect function with this camcorder. To record pictures that you have processed using the picture - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 53
effect function works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •You cannot process externally input scenes using the digital effect function. •You cannot record images that you have processed using the digital effect function with this camcorder. To record images that you have processed using - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 54
Memory Stick"s. Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on "Memory Stick"s. (1) Press PB ZOOM on your camcorder ZOOM. Notes •PB ZOOM works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •You cannot process externally input scenes using PB ZOOM function - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 55
locating a scene using the zero set memory function Your camcorder goes forward or backward to automatically stop at MEMORY N Notes •The zero set memory function works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •When you press ZERO SET MEMORY before rewinding the tape, the zero set memory - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 56
SEARCH 3 DATE 01 SEARCH To stop searching Press x. Notes •The date search works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •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 in the - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 57
PHOTO SCAN t (no indicator) (3) Press . or > to select the photo for playback. Each time you press . or >, the camcorder searches for the previous or next photo. Your camcorder automatically starts playback from the photo. 2 SEARCH MODE PHOTO 00 SEARCH 3 PHOTO 01 SEARCH To stop searching Press - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 58
5 seconds automatically. 2 SEARCH MODE PHOTO 00 SCAN 3 To stop scanning Press x. Note The photo search and photo scan work only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. If a tape has a blank portion in the recorded portions The photo search and photo scan functions may not work correctly. 58 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 59
the VCR. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR for more information. S VIDEO AUDIO / VIDEO IN S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO : Signal flow When you have finished dubbing a tape Press x on both your camcorder and the VCR. You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems: 8 mm, Hi8, VHS - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 60
cable (optional) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and the VCR. Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) to DV IN/OUT and to DV IN/OUT of the DV products. With digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 61
the Digital8 system The picture may fluctuate. This is not a malfunction. During playback of tapes recorded in the Hi8/standard 8 system Digital signals are i.LINK. The following functions do not work during digital editing: - Picture effect - Digital effect - PB ZOOM If you record playback pause - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 62
the Digital8 system. •You cannot dub titles or display indicators. •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 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 63
Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate 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 VCR/VTR. - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 64
Dubbing only desired scenes - 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. Default setting is code number 3. Brand IR SETUP code Sony 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Admiral (M. Wards) 89 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 65
Editing Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing (2) Setting the modes to cancel the button to cancel recording pause is N. (3) Setting your camcorder and the VCR to face each other Locate the infrared rays emitter of your camcorder and face it towards the remote sensor of the VCR. - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 66
Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing (4) Confirming VCR operation 1 Insert a recordable tape into the VCR, then code", set the IR SETUP or the PAUSEMODE again. •Place your camcorder at least 30 cm (11 7/8 in.) away from the VCR. •Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. 66 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 67
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. When you connect a digital video camera recorder, set its power switch to VCR/VTR. (3) Press MENU to display the - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 68
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. Before operation, eject the cassette from your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER swtich to VCR on your - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 69
Editing Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing 7 3,4 OTHERS ED I T SET CONTROL ADJ TEST RETURN " CUT- I N " EXECUTE " CUT-OUT " I R SETUP CONTROL to IR in the menu settings. (p. 78) Video and audio signals are transmitted in digital format. (Continued on the following page) 69 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 70
program (1) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder, and insert a tape for recording into the VCR. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT, then press the dial. (5) Search for - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 71
Erasing all programs (1) Select VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings memory until the tape is ejected. Notes •The Digital Digital program editing. / in the You cannot set IN or OUT to the following portions of the tape: - a blank portion of the tape - a portion recorded in a system other than Digital8 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 72
. To stop dubbing during editing Press x on your camcorder. To quit the Digital program editing function Your camcorder stops when dubbing is complete. Then the display returns to VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings. Press MENU to quit the Digital program editing function. You cannot record on the VCR - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 73
video unit. (4) Start capturing procedures on your computer. The operation procedures depend on your computer and the software which you use. For details on how to capture images, refer to the instruction manual of your computer and software. AUDIO/VIDEO Editing OUT S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 74
PAUSE REC OUT S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO AUDIO / VIDEO S VIDEO : Signal flow When you have finished dubbing a tape Press x on both your camcorder and the VCR. Notes • To enable smooth transition, we recommend that you do not mix pictures recorded in the Hi8/standard 8 with the Digital8 system on a tape - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 75
-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing. Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder, and insert the recorded - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 76
by specifying the insert start and end points. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Connections are the same as in "Recording video or TV programs" on page 74, 75. Insert a cassette containing the desired scene to insert into the VCR. [a] [A] [b] [c] [B] [C] [A]: A tape that contains - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 77
the VCR to the playback pause mode. (3) On your camcorder, locate the insert end point [c] by pressing m or M. Then press X to MEMORY again after step 5 to erase the ZERO SET MEMORY indicator and begin from step 3. Notes •The zero set memory function works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 78
Customizing Your Camcorder - Changing the menu settings To change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial. The default settings can be partially changed. First, select the icon, then the menu item and then the mode. (1) In CAMERA, VCR or MEMORY mode - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 79
the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET PRINT SET TAPE EFFECT - AUTO SHTR z ON OFF Meaning To suit your specific shooting requirement (p. 43) To add special effects like those add special effects using the various digital functions (p. 40) To automatically activate - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 80
MEMORY Notes on the SteadyShot function • The SteadyShot function will not correct excessive camera-shake. • Attachment of a conversion lens (optional) may influence the SteadyShot function. If you cancel the SteadyShot function The SteadyShot off indicator appears on the screen. Your camcorder - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 81
8 or Digital8 ) that was used to record on the tape, and play back the tape To play back a tape that was recorded in the Hi8/standard 8 system when your camcorder does not automatically distinguish the recording system To convert digital video signals into analog video signals via your camcorder. To - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 82
the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. POWER switch CAMERA VCR MEMORY LCD B. L. LCD COLOR To darken To lighten z adjust the following bar CAMERA VCR MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY VF B.L. To reduce intensity To CAMERA VCR MEMORY Notes on LCD B.L. and VF B.L. •When you select BRIGHT, battery life is - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 83
cases: • For 5 seconds after setting the POWER switch to MEMORY • For 5 seconds after inserting a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder in MEMORY or VCR mode • When the capacity of the "Memory Stick" is less than 1 minute in MEMORY mode • For 5 seconds after completing a moving picture recording To - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 84
. •Formatting erases sample images on the "Memory Stick." •Formatting erases the protected image data on the "Memory Stick." Note on PRINT SET 9PIC PRINT and DATE/TIME are displayed only when an external printer (supplied with DCR-TRV830 only) is connected to the intelligent accessory shoe. 84 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 85
VCR Note on REC MODE When you record on the standard 8 tape, your camcorder records in the SP mode even you select the LP mode in the menu a tape to another VCR You cannot select AUDIO MODE for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. You, however, can select AUDIO MODE when you dub tapes recorded in - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 86
32) To switch the video input on a Sony TV when using the super laser link function (p. 32) - To display selected menu items in normal size To display selected menu items at twice the normal size To display the following information indicators in English: REC, STBY, min, CAPTURE, END SEARCH and VOL - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 87
and perform video editing (p. 62) To adjust and set the synchronicity of your camcorder and a VCR memory even when the battery is removed. Notes on INDICATOR •When you select BL ON, battery life is reduced by about 3 percent during recording. •When you use power sources other than the battery pack - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 88
or delete still images. You can exchange image data with other equipment such as your computer etc., using the USB cable for "Memory Stick" supplied with your camcorder. On file format Still image (JPEG) Your camcorder compresses image data in JPEG format (extension .jpg). Moving picture (MPEG) Your - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 89
Using "Memory Stick"-introduction "Memory Stick"s 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 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 90
is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike your camcorder because your camcorder is reading the data from the "Memory Stick" or recording the data on the "Memory Stick." Do not turn the power off , eject the "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the image data breakdown may occur. If - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 91
"Memory Stick" operations Using "Memory Stick"-introduction Selecting image quality mode You can select image quality mode in still image recording. The default setting is SUPER FINE. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR or MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 92
Using "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. The image is compressed to about 1/3. FINE (FINE) Use this mode - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 93
Using "Memory Stick"-introduction Selecting the image size You can select either one of two image sizes Still images: 1152 × 864 or 640 × 480. The default setting is 1152 × 864. Moving pictures: 320 × 240 or 160 × 112 The default setting is 320 × 240. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 94
Using "Memory Stick"-introduction 1 3 V OFCFR(CHG) POWER E ERMAORY CAM M 2 MENU 4 STILL SET MEMORY S E T ST I LL SET P I C MODE MARK P RO T E C T S L I DE SHOW DELETE AL L FORMA T RETURN [ MENU ] : END MOVIE SET MEMORY S E T MOV I E S E T I MAGES I ZE 320 240 REMA I N RETURN REMA I N 4 0 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 95
160 × 112 60 seconds Note When images recorded on a camcorder in 1152 × 864 size are played back on a unit that does not support that size, the full image may not appear. Approximate number of still images you can record on a "Memory Stick" The number of images you can record varies depending on - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 96
× 864 52 images 104 images 152 images 1152 × 864 104 images 208 images 304 images 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. 4MB type (supplied - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 97
Recording still images on "Memory Stick" - Memory Photo recording You can record still images on "Memory Stick"s. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Keep pressing PHOTO - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 98
still images on "Memory Stick" - Memory Photo recording Note When recording still images at step 2 with PHOTO pressed lightly, the image momentarily flickers. This is not a malfunction. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work: - Wide TV - Digital zoom - SteadyShot - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 99
Recording still images on "Memory Stick" - Memory Photo recording While pressing down PHOTO, your camcorder continuously record maximum number of still images depending on the image size. When you stop pressing, the recording stops. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 100
shooting The number of images you can shoot continuously varies depending on the image size and the capacity of the "Memory Stick." When shooting with the self-timer function or the Remote Commander The camcorder automatically records up to the maximum recordable number of still images. 100 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 101
RETURN [ MENU ] : END To record moving pictures on "Memory Stick"s with the selftimer Press START/STOP in step 7. To cancel the recording, press START/STOP again. To cancel self-timer recording Set SELFTIMER to OFF in the menu settings while your camcorder is in the standby mode. You cannot cancel - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 102
, eject the "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, an image data breakdown may occur. If appears on the screen The inserted "Memory Stick" is incompatible with your camcorder because its format does not comform with your camcorder. Check the format of the "Memory Stick." If you press - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 103
, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and the TV or VCR. Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) "Memory Stick" operations DV DV OUT (optional) : Signal flow DV - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 104
Recording moving pictures on "Memory Stick"s - MPEG movie recording You can record moving pictures with sound on "Memory Stick"s. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 105
) Turn the power of the external flash off when recording moving pictures on "Memory Stick"s. Otherwise, the charging sound for the flash may be recorded. During recording on "Memory Stick" Do not eject the cassette tape from your camcorder. During ejecting the tape, sound is not recorded on the - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 106
take in moving picture data through the input connector and record it as a moving picture on a "Memory Stick." Before operation •Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder. •Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press N. The picture recorded on the tape is - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 107
the power off , eject a "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the image data breakdown may occur. Data code recorded on a tape You cannot record the data code recorded on a tape. If " AUDIO ERROR" is displayed Sound that cannot be recorded by your camcorder has been recorded. Connect - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 108
TV or VCR has an S video jack Connect using an S video cable (optional) 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 (optional) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and the TV or - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 109
" " may flash in the following instances. If this happens, eject and insert "Memory Stick" again, and record distortion-free images. - When recording on a tape in a During recording on "Memory Stick" Do not eject the cassette tape from your camcorder. During ejecting the tape, sound is not recorded - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 110
top of the moving image you are recording. You can record the superimposed images on a tape or a "Memory Stick." (However, you can record only superimposed still images on the "Memory Stick".) M. CHROM (Memory chroma key) You can swap a blue area of a still image such as an illustration or a frame - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 111
MIX Recording superimposed images on a tape Before operation •Insert a Hi8 /Digital8 tape for recording into your camcorder. •Insert a "Memory Stick" is recorded still images into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Press MEMORY MIX in the standby mode. The last recorded or last - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 112
data modified with your computers or shot with other equipment You may not be able to play them back with your camcorder. Recording superimposed images on a "Memory Stick" as a still image Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" is recorded still images into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 113
the effect. (7) Press PHOTO deeper. The image displayed on the screen will be recorded on the "Memory Stick." Recording is complete when the bar scroll indicator dissappears. 2 MEMORY MIX M. CHROM 100-0021 Still image 3 1 V POWER OFCFR(CHG) E ERMAORY CAM M 4 5 6 M. LUMI 100-0021 M. LUMI - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 114
-0018 - For C. CHROM: 2 images (such as a background) 100-0019~100-0020 Sample images Sample images stored in the "Memory Stick" supplied with your camcorder are protected (p. 132). Image data modified with your computers or shot with other equipment You may not be able to play them back with your - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 115
take in only still images from tapes recorded in the Digital8 system and record them on a "Memory Stick" in sequence. Before operation •Insert a tape recorded in the Digital8 system and rewind the tape. •Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press MENU to - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 116
lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike your camcorder. As well do not turn the power off, eject the "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the image data breakdown may occur. If the write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK "NOT READY" appears on the screen when - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 117
screen. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that memory photo playback Press MEMORY PLAY. Note You may not be able to play back images correctly on your camcorder when: - playing back image data modified with your computer - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 118
camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder before the operation. •When operating memory Memory Stick." If " NO FILE" appears on the screen No image is recorded on the "Memory Stick." Screen indicators during still image playback 640 21 / 40 100-0021 MEMORY - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 119
screen, the number appears above each image. This indicates the order in which images are recorded on the "Memory Stick." These numbers are different from the data file names. Image data modified with your computer or shot with other equipment These files may not be displayed on the index screen - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 120
can play back moving pictures recorded on a "Memory Stick." You can also play back 6 images including still images in order at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 121
- MPEG movie playback Screen indicators during moving picture playback 320 2 / 20 MO V 0 0 0 0 1 MEMORY P L A Y 0:12 Image size Picture number/Total number of recorded pictures Memory playback indicator Protect indicator Data directory number/File number "Memory Stick" operations 121 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 122
Memory Stick" using your computer. On file format Data recorded on the "Memory Stick" is stored in the following formats. Make sure that applications that support these file formats are installed on your computer the Mac OS 8.6 standard installation The USB connector must be provided as standard. - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 123
the connector clicks into place USB cable USB connector Note You cannot install the USB driver if a "Memory Stick" is not in your camcorder. Be sure to insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder before installing the USB driver. For Macintosh users (1) Turn on your computer and allow the Mac OS - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 124
images For Windows 98 users (1) Turn on the power of your computer and allow Windows 98 to load. (2) Connect one end of the USB cable to the (USB) jack on the camcorder and the other end to the USB connector on your computer. (3) Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder, and connect the AC - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 125
if the "Memory Stick" has been formatted on your computer. •Do not optimize the "Memory Stick" on a Windows machine. This will shorten the "Memory Stick" life. •Do not compress the data on the "Memory Stick." Compressed files cannot be played back on your camcorder. Software •Depending on your - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 126
images using your computer Image file storage destinations and image files Image files recorded with your camcorder are grouped in a folder. The meanings of the file names are as follows. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999. For Windows 98 users (The drive recognizing - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 127
You can copy images or titles recorded on "Memory Stick"s and record them to Hi8 /Digital8 tapes. Before operation Insert a Hi8 /Digital8 tape for recording and a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Using the video control buttons, search a point where you want - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 128
with your camcorder. If you press DISPLAY in the standby or recording mode You can see memory playback and the file name indicators in addition to the indicators pertinent to Hi8 /Digital8 tapes, such as the time code indicator. When copying You cannot copy the image recorded on "Memory Stick" with - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 129
or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press PB ZOOM on your camcorder while you are playing back images recorded on "Memory Stick." The still image is enlarged, and R r indicators showing the direction to move the image appear on the screen. (3) Turn SEL/PUSH - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 130
print the images enlarged by the PB ZOOM mode on "Memory Stick"s. In the PB ZOOM mode The digital effect function does not work. The PB ZOOM function is cancelled when the following buttons are pressed: - MENU - MEMORY PLAY - MEMORY INDEX - MEMORY +/- Pictures in the PB ZOOM mode Pictures in the PB - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 131
in sequence. This function is useful especially when checking recorded images or during a presentation. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU to make the menu - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 132
- Image protection 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 is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Play back the image - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 133
" operations Deleting images You can delete images stored in a "Memory Stick." Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. Deleting selected images (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Play back the image you - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 134
can delete all the unprotected images in the "Memory Stick". (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set to images are deleted, COMPLETE is displayed. 1 V POWER OFCFR(CHG) E ERMAORY CAM M 2 3 MENU 4 5 6 MEMORY S E T ST I LL SET MOV I E S E T PR I NT MARK PRO T EC T S - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 135
Deleting images To cancel deleting all the images in the "Memory Stick" Select RETURN in step 5, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC. While DELETING appears Do not turn the POWER switch or press any buttons. If the write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK You cannot delete images. 135 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 136
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" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK is - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 137
with DCR-TRV830 only) on your camcorder to print still images on the print paper. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the mode in the menu settings. SAME PICS MULTI PICS or *MARKED PICS "Memory Stick" operations * 9 still images with print marks are printed together. You can - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 138
- Types of trouble and their solutions 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 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 139
FLASH MODE in the menu settings while recording in a bright place. c Set it to ON. (p. 78) Troubleshooting 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. 27 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 140
Types of trouble and their solutions In the recording and playback modes Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions The power does not turn on. • The battery pack is not installed, or is dead or nearly dead. c Install a charged battery pack. (p. 11, 12) • The AC power adaptor is not connected to a - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 141
Troubleshooting Types of trouble and their solutions When operating using the "Memory Stick" 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 cannot - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 142
to acclimatize. (p. 152) • Some troubles has occurred in your camcorder. c Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate your camcorder. • The POWER switch is not set to OFF (CHG). c Set it to OFF (CHG). • Charging the battery pack is completed. • The battery pack is not properly installed - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 143
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) If you are unable to rectify the problem - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 144
flashing: • The battery is dead. % Moisture condensation has occurred* Fast flashing: • Eject the cassette, turn off your camcorder, and leave it for about 1 hour with the cassette compartment open (p. 152). Warning indicator as to "Memory Stick"* Slow flashing: • No "Memory Stick" is inserted - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 145
17) Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (p. 148) Use Hi8 /Digital8 tapes when you record in the LP mode.* (p. 85) The tape has run out.* Insert a cassette tape.* The video heads are dirty. (p. 153) You tried to record a picture that has a copyright control signal.* (p. 146) The "Memory Stick" is full - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 146
standard 8 tape, be sure to play back the tape on this camcorder. Mosaic pattern noise may appear when you play back standard 8 tape on other VCRs (including other DCR-TRV730/TRV828/TRV830). Note Tapes recorded in the Digital8 system cannot be played back on Hi8 (analog) system machine. /standard - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 147
When you playback a dual sound track tape When you use tapes recorded in the Digital8 system When you play back a Digital8 system tape which is dubbed from a dual sound track tape recorded in the DV Sub sound You cannot record dual sound programs on your camcorder. Additional Information 147 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 148
dry, cool place after fully charging it once per year and then using the battery pack up on your camcorder. This is to maintain the battery pack's functions. •To use the battery pack up on your camcorder, leave your camcorder in the shooting mode until the power goes off without a cassette inserted - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 149
a digital serial interface for handling digital video, digital audio 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 rate is listed under "Specifications" in the instruction manual of each equipment. It - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 150
) other than video equipment . Before connecting this unit to a personal computer, make sure 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 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 151
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 plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b]. AC-L10A/L10B/L10C [a] [b] Your - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 152
, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or your camcorder may not operate correctly. If there is moisture inside your camcorder, the beep sounds and the % indicator flashes. When the Z indicator flashes at the same time - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 153
video heads To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. When you playback/record in the Digital8 system The video the above problem occurs, clean the video heads with the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (optional). Check the picture and if the above problem persists, repeat - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 154
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 Camcorder camcorder the camcorder body - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 155
computer, dub the image into a Digital8 or DV tape first, and then input it into your computer. When inputting the image recorded by Hi8/standard 8 system into Sony VAIO The Program Capture receivers and video equipment. AM receivers and video equipment disturb AM reception and video operation. •The - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 156
and precautions Battery pack •Use only the specified charger or video equipment with the charging function. •To prevent accident from a short circuit, do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals. •Keep the battery pack away from fire. •Never expose the battery pack to - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 157
.) DCR-TRV730: 970 g (2 lb 2 oz) DCR-TRV828/TRV830: 980 g (2 lb 2 oz) excluding the battery pack, cassette and shoulder strap DCR-TRV730: 1 120 g (2 lb 7 oz) DCR-TRV828/TRV830: 1 130 g (2 lb 7 oz) including the battery pack NP-FM50, 120min. Hi8 cassette, and shoulder strap Supplied accessories See - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 158
cord Battery pack Maximun output voltage DC 8.4 V Mean output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 8.5 Wh (1 180 mAh) Operating temperatur 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Dimensions (approx.) 38.2 × 20.5 × 55.6 mm (1 9/16 × 13/16 × 2 1/4 in.) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 76 g (2.7 oz) Type Lithium ion "Memory Stick - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 159
Battery pack (p. 11) 6 BATT (battery) release lever (p. 11) 7 POWER switch (p. 19) 8 START/STOP button (p. 19) 9 Hooks for shoulder strap 0 DC IN jack (p. 12) This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony video products. When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recommends - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 160
and controls SUPER LASER LINK qs REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE REC qa qd qf ql qg w; wa qh ws qj wd qk wf qa Video control buttons (p. 27, 29) x STOP (stop) m REW (rewind) N PLAY (playback) M FF (fastforward) X PAUSE (pause) z REC (recording) qs SUPER LASER LINK button (p. 32) qd SUPER - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 161
buttons (p. 26) wh MPEG u button (p. 120) wj Speaker wk MEMORY - button (p. 111, 117) wl RESET button (p. 142) es ed ef e; MEMORY PLAY button (p. 117) ea MEMORY INDEX button (p. 118) es EXPOSURE button (p. 45) ed MEMORY DELETE button (p. 133) ef MEMORY + button (p. 111, 117) Quick Reference 161 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 162
, 97) rd "Memory Stick" eject button (p. 90) rf "Memory Stick" slot (p. 90) rg Access lamp (p. 90) rh SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 78) rj MENU button (p. 78) Notes on the intelligent accessory shoe •The intelligent accessory shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light, microphone or - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 163
the length of the tripod screw is less than 6.5 mm (9/32 inch). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage your camcorder. tj Cassette compartment (p. 18) 163 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 164
Identifying the parts and controls tk tl tk AUDIO/VIDEO ID-2 jack (p. 31, 59, 103) tl S VIDEO ID-2 jack (p. 31) y; DV IN/ control jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video equipment and other peripherals connected to the video equipment. This jack has the same function as the jack - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 165
after turning on the camcorder. 7 ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 51, 55) 8 START/STOP button (p. 19) 9 DATA CODE button (p. 28) 0 Power zoom button (p. 21) To prepare the Remote Commander Insert 2 size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and - polarities on the batteries to the + - marks inside - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 166
:9WIDE 6 SEPIA 7 ZERO SET MEMORY qj 1 DATE 01 SEARCH qk ql battery time indicator (p. 12, 22, 28) 4 Zoom indicator (p. 21)/Exposure indicator (p. 45) 5 Fader indicator (p. 37)/Digital Manual focusing indicator (p. 46) qd Self-timer indicator (p. 25, 34, 101) qf STBY/REC indicator (p. 19)/Video - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 167
" battery pack 148 Infrared rays emitter ........ 23, 32 JPEG 88 LANC jack 164 LUMINANCEKEY 40 M, N Main sound 81 Manual focus 46 Memory chroma key 110 Memory luminance key ....... 110 MEMORY MIX 110 Memory overlap 110 Memory PB ZOOM 129 Memory photo recording ...... 97 "Memory Stick 88 - Sony DCR-TRV830 | Operating Instructions - Page 168
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Operating Instructions
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