Sony DCR-TRV840 Operating Instructions

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  • Sony DCR-TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 1
    650-12 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCR-TRV Model No. AC- Serial No. Serial No. DCR-TRV740 TM SERIES DCR-TRV240/TRV340/TRV740/ TRV840 ©2002 Sony
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    Sony Handycam. With your Handycam, you can capture life's precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. Never expose the battery or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries. "Memory Stick" THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH
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    SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV740, DCR- TRV840 Responsible Party: Sony not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
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    39) •Playing back a tape (p. 34) •Recording still images on "Memory Stick"s (except DCR-TRV240) (p. 124) •Recording moving pictures on "Memory Stick"s (except DCR-TRV240) (p. 140) •Viewing still images recorded on "Memory Stick"s (except DCR-TRV240) (p. 150) •Viewing moving pictures on "Memory Stick
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    12, 13) DCR-TRV740/TRV840 4 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 207) 5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 38) 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 201) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 21) 8 USB cable (1) (p. 96, 156) 9 "Memory Stick" (1) (except DCR-TRV240) (p. 116) 0 CD-ROM (SPVD-008 USB Driver) (1) (p. 96, 156
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    your own titles 60 Inserting a scene 62 Advanced Playback Operations Playing back tapes with picture effects 63 Playing back tapes with digital effects 64 Enlarging recorded images - Tape PB ZOOM 65 Quickly locating a scene - ZERO SET MEMORY 67 Searching a recording by date - DATE SEARCH 68
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    .......... 150 Viewing moving pictures - MPEG movie playback 153 Viewing images recorded on "Memory Stick"s on your computer 155 Copying images recorded on "Memory Stick"s to tape 164 Enlarging still images recorded on "Memory Stick"s - Memory PB ZOOM 166 Playing back images in a continuous
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    page in parentheses "( )" for more information. Connecting the power cord (p. 17) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 12). Open the DC IN jack cover. Connect the plug with its v mark facing up. AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette (p. 20) 1 Slide OPEN/EJECT
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    18). Monitoring the playback picture on the LCD screen (p. 34) 2 Press m to rewind the tape. REW 3 Press N to start playback. PLAY Quick Start Guide 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
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    MEMORY marked on the POWER switch is provided with memory functions. See page 116 for details. Before using your camcorder With your digital camcorder, you can use Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes. Your camcorder records and plays back pictures in the Digital8 system. Also, your camcorder plays back
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    •Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. Exposing the LCD screen, the finder or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods may cause malfunctions [c]. •Do not directly shoot the sun. Doing so might cause your camcorder to malfunction. Take pictures of the sun in low light
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    viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing BATT (battery) release lever down. BATT (battery) release lever If you install the large-capacity battery pack If you install the NP-FM70/QM71/FM90/QM91/FM91 battery pack on your camcorder, extend its viewfinder
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    your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the plug's v mark facing up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. (4) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Charging begins. The remaining battery time is indicated in minutes on the display window. When
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    the metal parts on the DC plug of the AC power adaptor. This may cause a short-circuit, damaging the AC power adaptor. When the battery pack is charged fully The LCD backlight of the display window is turned off. Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator in the display
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    power supply Getting Started Charging time Battery pack NP-FM30 1) NP-FM50 2) NP-FM70 NP-QM71 NP-FM90 NP-QM91/FM91 Full charge (Normal charge) 145 (85) 150 (90) 240 (180) 260 (200) 330 (270) 360 (300) The charging time may increase if the battery 420 240 DCR-TRV840 Battery pack Recording
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    charged battery Approximate continuous playing time at 25°C (77°F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment. Note The table shows the playing time for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. The playing time of tapes recorded in the Hi8/standard 8 system
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    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 Car Battery Adaptor (optional). 17
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    battery installed in your camcorder will have been discharged (p. 196). Set the year, then the month, the day, the hour and then the minute. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR 1,6 MENU 2 SETUP MENU CLOCK SET USB STREAM USBCONNECT LTR SIZE LANGUAGE DEMO MODE RETURN - -:-
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    follows: 1995 T t 2002 T t 2079 If you do not set the date and time is recorded on the tape and the "Memory Stick". (except DCR-TRV240) Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle. •12:00 AM stands for midnight. •12:00 PM stands for noon. 19
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    records pictures in the Digital8 system. • The recording time when you use your camcorder is half of indicated time on Hi8 tape. If you select the LP mode in the menu settings, 3/4 of indicated time on Hi8 tape. •If you use standard 8 tape, be sure to play back the tape on your camcorder. Mosaic
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    picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for you. (1) Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on its sides and attach the lens cap to the grip strap. (2) Install the power ). (3) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. This sets your camcorder to the standby mode
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    you record a tape in the LP mode on your camcorder, we recommend that you play back the tape on your camcorder. Note on the LOCK switch (except DCR-TRV240) When you slide the LOCK switch to the right, the POWER switch can no longer be set to MEMORY accidentally. The LOCK switch is released as the
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    90° When closing the LCD panel, set it vertically until it clicks, and swing it into the camcorder body. Note When using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode, the viewfinder automatically turns off. ). Even if you adjust the LCD B.L. or LCD BRIGHT, the recorded picture will not be affected. 23
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    bar shows the digital zooming zone. W T The digital zooming zone appears when you select the digital zoom power in the menu settings. Notes on digital zoom • Digital zoom starts to function when zoom exceeds 25× (DCR-TRV240/TRV340)/15× (DCR-TRV740/TRV840). • The picture quality deteriorates as
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    with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the indicators in the viewfinder come of the backlight. Select VF B.L. in the menu settings (p. 105). Even if you adjust the VF B.L., the recorded picture will not be affected. 25
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    a picture Shooting with the Mirror Mode This feature allows the camera subject to view him-or herself on the LCD screen. The subject uses this feature to check his or her own image on the LCD screen while you look at the subject in the viewfinder. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR
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    in the Digital8 system only) The time code indicates the recording or playback time, "0:00:00" (hours:minutes: seconds) in CAMERA mode and "0:00:00:00" (hours:minutes:seconds:frames) in VCR mode. You cannot rewrite only the time code. When you play back tapes recorded in the Hi8/standard 8 system
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    Recording a picture Shooting backlit subjects - BACK LIGHT When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the backlight function. In CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240) mode, press BACK LIGHT. The . indicator appears on the screen. To
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    nocturnal animals for observation when you use this function. In CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240) mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON. The and the Super NightShot mode, press SUPER NS again. Using the NightShot Light The picture will be clearer with the NightShot Light on. To enable NightShot Light, set
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    - Fader - Digital effects - Exposure - PROGRAM AE - Memory Photo recording (except DCR-TRV240) While using the Super NightShot or Color Slow Shutter function The shutter speed is automatically adjusted depending on the brightness. At this time, moving pictures may slow down. When the POWER switch is
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    picture Self-timer recording - Except DCR STOP again. 5 START/STOP START/STOP 1,4 MENU 3 CAMERA SET SELFTIMER OFF D ZOOM ON PHOTO REC 16 : 9WIDE POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240) You can also record still images on "Memory Stick
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    /Rec Review You can use these buttons to check the recorded picture or shoot Review You can check the last recorded section. In the standby mode, press the - 7 side of EDITSEARCH momentarily. The section you have stopped most recently will be played back for a few seconds, and then your camcorder
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    Recording - Basics Checking recordings - END SEARCH/EDITSEARCH/Rec Review 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 function, occasionally, the transition between the last scene you recorded
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    - Playback - Basics - Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. If you close the LCD panel, you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. (1) Install the power source and
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    Playing back a tape To display the screen indicators - Display function Press DISPLAY on your camcorder or the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. The indicators appear on the screen. To make the indicators disappear, press DISPLAY again. DATA CODE DISPLAY Playback - Basics DISPLAY
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    "Memory Stick"s (except DCR-TRV240). Recording data Recording data is your camcorder's information when you have recorded. In the recording mode, the recording data will not be displayed. When you use data code function, bars (-- -- --) appear if: - A blank portion of the tape is being played back
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    the Remote Commander. To resume normal playback, press N. To view pictures frame-by-frame Press C on the Remote Commander in the camcorder plays back tapes recorded in the Hi8/ standard 8 system. •Sound is muted. •The previous recording may appear as a mosaic image when playing back in the Digital8
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    pictures on the LCD screen. When monitoring playback pictures on the TV screen, we recommend that you power your camcorder from a wall outlet using the AC power adaptor (p. 17). Refer to the operating instructions plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and the white or the red plug
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    here, your camcorder can record still images on "Memory Stick"s (except DCR-TRV240) (p. Digital effects •When recording a still image, do not shake your camcorder. The image may fluctuate. If you record a moving subject with tape photo recording function The image may fluctuate when you play back
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    still image is then recorded for about seven seconds, and your camcorder returns to the standby mode. To record clear and less fluctuated still images We recommend that you record on "Memory Stick"s. You can record still images on "Memory Stick"s even in CAMERA mode. (P.124) (except DCR-TRV240) 40
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    recording - Except DCR-TRV240 You can TAPE in the menu settings. (The default setting is MEMORY.) (p. 105) (1) In the standby mode, press MENU recording starts automatically. 5 PHOTO PHOTO 1,4 MENU 3 CAMERA SET SELFTIMER OFF D ZOOM ON PHOTO REC 16 POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR. 41
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    picture during playing back on 2 CAMERA SET Memory Photo recording (except DCR-TRV240) During recording You cannot select or cancel the wide mode. When you cancel the wide mode, set your camcorder to the standby mode and then set 16:9WIDE to OFF in the menu settings. Connection for a TV Pictures
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    ID-2 system sends a copyright protection signal with ID-1 signals inserted between video signals when you connect your camcorder to other equipment by an A/V connecting cable. If 16:9WIDE is set to ON (DCR-TRV240/TRV340 only) The SteadyShot function does not work. If you set 16:9WIDE to ON in the
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    STBY FADER REC M.FADER (mosaic) BOUNCE 1) 2) OVERLAP 2) WIPE 2) DOT 2) [b] STBY REC MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to color. When fading out, the picture gradually changes from color to black-and-white. 1) You can use this function when D ZOOM is
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    only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •You cannot use the Digital effects - Color Slow Shutter - Super NightShot - Photo recording - Interval recording - Frame recording When you select OVERLAP, WIPE, or DOT Your camcorder automatically stores the picture recorded on tape. While the picture
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    Using the fader function While using the bounce function, you cannot use the following functions: - Focus - Zoom - Picture effects Note on the bounce function The BOUNCE indicator does not appear in the following mode or functions: - When D ZOOM is activated in the menu
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    EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings. While using the picture effect function You cannot operate the following functions: - OLD MOVIE with the digital effect function. - Memory Photo recording (except DCR-TRV240) When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) Picture effects are automatically canceled. 47
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    the shutter speed. The slow shutter mode is good for recording dark picture more brightly. OLD MOVIE You can add an old movie type atmosphere to pictures. Your camcorder automatically sets the wide mode to ON, picture effect to SEPIA, and sets the appropriate shutter speed. Still image Moving
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    STILL and LUMI. modes, the still image is stored in memory. (5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the effect as follows: Items to be adjusted STILL The rate of the still image you want to superimpose on the moving picture FLASH The interval of flash motion LUMI. The color scheme
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    mode: - Wide mode - Picture effects - PROGRAM AE When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) Digital effects are automatically canceled. When recording in the slow shutter mode Auto focus may not be effective. Focus manually
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    (Auto Exposure) mode to suit your specific shooting requirements. Spotlight This mode prevents as people or flowers. Sports lesson This mode minimizes camera shake on fast-moving subjects such as in tennis and prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows' when you are recording
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    CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240) mode, press MENU to display the menu settings. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PROGRAM AE in , then press the dial. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired mode. MENU 2 MANUAL lesson - Beach & ski •Your camcorder is set to focus only on
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    is automatically adjusted. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases: - When the subject is backlit - When shooting bright subjects and dark backgrounds - When recording dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully (1) In CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240) mode, press EXPOSURE. The
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    can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases. Normally, focus is automatically adjusted: in the background. •Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod. (1) In CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240) mode, press FOCUS. The 9 indicator appears on the screen. (2)
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    Advanced Recording Operations Interval recording You can make a time-lapse recording by setting your camcorder to automatically record and standby sequentially. You can achieve an excellent recording for flowering, gradual appearances, etc., with this function. Example 1 s [a] 9 min 59 s [b]
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    END To cancel interval recording Perform either of the following: - Set INT. REC to OFF in the menu settings. - Set the POWER switch to other than CAMERA. To perform normal recording during interval recording You can perform normal recording only once during INTERVAL. Press START/STOP. The INTERVAL
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    a frame recording. We recommend that you use a tripod, and operate your camcorder using the Remote Commander after step 5. (1) In the standby mode, press FRAME REC to OFF in the menu settings. - Set the POWER switch to other than CAMERA. Note The remaining tape time is not indicated correctly if you
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    Superimposing a title You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles (p. 60). You can also select the language, color, size and position of titles. VACATION (1) In the standby mode, press TITLE to display the title menu. The title menu display appears on the screen. (2) Turn the
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    a title while you are recording The beep does not sound. While you 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
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    titles You can make up to two titles and store them in your camcorder. Each title can have up to 20 characters. (1) In the /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 TITLE HELLO! HAPPY
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    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 1. We recommend setting the
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    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 of the inserted section when it is played back. If a tape has
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    "Memory Stick" (except DCR-TRV240) (p. 135, 142), or on a VCR using your camcorder as a player. Pictures processed by picture effect functions Pictures processed by picture effect functions are not output through the DV IN/OUT jack. When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) or stop playing back The
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    "Memory Stick" (except DCR-TRV240) (p. 135, 142), or on a VCR using your camcorder as a player. Pictures processed by digital effect functions Pictures processed by digital effect functions are not output through the DV IN/OUT jack. When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) or stop playing back The
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    the operation described here, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on "Memory Stick"s (except DCR-TRV240) (p. 166). (1) In The image moves leftward (Turn the dial upwards.) (4) Except DCR-TRV240: Adjust the zoom ratio by the power zoom lever. You can enlarge the image from 1.1 times
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    function is automatically canceled when: - The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) - You stop playing back - You press MENU - You press TITLE - You insert a "Memory Stick" (except DCR-TRV240) To record an image processed by Tape PB ZOOM on "Memory Stick"s (except DCR-TRV240) Press PHOTO to record the
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    SET MEMORY Your camcorder goes forward or backward to automatically stop at a desired scene having a tape counter value of 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
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    4 2002 JUL 5 2002 DEC 31 2002 [a] [b] [c] (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the 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
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    for these operations. Searching for a photo (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander playback. Each time you press . or > your camcorder searches for the previous or next photo. Your camcorder automatically starts playback from the photo. 2 SEARCH MODE
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    SCAN t (no indicator) (3) Press . or >. Each photo is played back for about five seconds automatically. 2 SEARCH MODE PHOTO 00 SCAN 3 To stop scanning Press x. Note The photo search and photo scan functions work only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. If a tape has a blank portion between
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    to the AUDIO/VIDEO jack. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. (3) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (4) Play back the recorded tape on your camcorder. (5) Start recording on the VCR. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. Editing S VIDEO AUDIO / VIDEO : Signal
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    DV IN if it is available. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. (3) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (4) Play back the recorded tape on your camcorder. (5) Start recording on the VCR. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. DV IN/OUT (optional) : Signal flow When
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    PB ZOOM function Pictures processed by picture effects, digital effects or the PB ZOOM function are not output through the DV IN/OUT jack. If you record playback pause picture with the DV IN/OUT jack The recorded picture becomes rough. Also, when you play back the picture using other video equipment
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    camcorder can dub on "Memory Stick"s (except DCR-TRV240). See page 146 for more information. Unwanted scene Unwanted scene Switch the order Before operating the Digital tape) (p. 87). Notes •The Digital program editing works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •When you connect with
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    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. 3 Press MENU to display the menu settings. 4 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. 5 For DCR-TRV240: Turn
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    UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SET 0:08:55:06 1 IN TOTAL 0:00:00:00 SCENE 0 [MENU] : END For DCR-TRV340/TRV740/TRV840: OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT RETURN INDICATOR TAPE RETURN MEMORY [MENU] : END VIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SET 0:08:55:06 1 IN TOTAL 0:00:00
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    only desired scenes - Digital program editing (on tapes) About IR SETUP codes The IR SETUP code is stored in the memory of your camcorder. Be sure to set the correct code to match your VCR. The default setting is code number 3. Brand IR SETUP code Sony 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Admiral (M. Wards) 89
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    - Digital program editing on the VCR, then press the dial. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. VIDEO EDIT 0:08:55:06 EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ 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
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    Editing Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing (on tapes) (4) Confirming VCR operation 1 Insert a recordable tape into ", set the IR SETUP or the PAUSEMODE again. •Place your camcorder at least 30 cm (12 in.) away from the VCR. •Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. 79
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    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 menu settings. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (5) For DCR
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    UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SET 0:08:55:06 1 IN TOTAL 0:00:00:00 SCENE 0 [MENU] : END For DCR-TRV340/TRV740/TRV840: OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT RETURN INDICATOR TAPE RETURN MEMORY [MENU] : END VIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SET 0:08:55:06 1 IN TOTAL 0:00:00
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    Digital program editing (on tapes) Step 3: Adjusting the synchronization of the VCR You can adjust the synchronization of your camcorder and the VCR. Have a pen and paper ready for notes. Before operation, eject the cassette from your camcorder if inserted. (1) Set the POWER number value of IN
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    Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing (on tapes) Editing 3 VIDEO EDIT 0:08:55:06 EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST RETURN "CUT-IN" EXECUTE "CUT- . Keep the i.LINK connection, and set CONTROL to IR in the menu settings. Video and audio signals are transmitted in digital format. 83
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    your camcorder, and insert a tape for recording into the VCR. (2) Press MENU to display the menu settings. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (4) For DCR-TRV240: Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT, then press the dial. For DCR-TRV340/TRV740/TRV840: Turn
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    UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SET 0:08:55:06 1 IN TOTAL 0:00:00:00 SCENE 0 [MENU] : END For DCR-TRV340/TRV740/TRV840: OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT RETURN INDICATOR TAPE RETURN MEMORY VIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SET 0:08:55:06 1 IN TOTAL 0:00:00:00 SCENE
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    DCR-TRV240: Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT, then press the dial. For DCR-TRV340/TRV740/TRV840 in memory until the tape is ejected. Notes •Digital program Digital8 The total time code may not be displayed correctly in the following cases: - The tape is not recorded in the Digital8
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    ), the following procedure is not necessary. When you use a digital video camera recorder, set its power switch to VCR/VTR. (1) For DCR-TRV240: Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT, then press the dial. For DCR-TRV340/TRV740/TRV840: Select VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings. Turn the SEL
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    Notes •You need to install software that supports the exchange video signals. •Depending on the state of the analog video signals, your computer may not be able to output the images correctly when you convert analog video signals into digital video signals via your camcorder. Depending on the analog
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    POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (3) Press z REC and the button on its right simultaneously on your camcorder, then immediately press X on your camcorder recording from TV. The picture from a TV or VCR appears on the screen of your camcorder. (5) Press X on your camcorder at the scene where you
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    recommend that you do not mix pictures recorded in the Hi8/standard 8 with the Digital8 system on a tape. •If you fast-forward or slow-playback on the other equipment, the image being recorded may fluctuate. When recording from other equipment, be sure to play back the original tape at normal speed
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    cable). During digital editing The color of the display may be uneven. However this does not affect the dubbed picture. If you record playback pause picture with the DV IN/OUT jack The recorded picture becomes rough. When you play back the picture using your camcorder, the picture may jitter
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    Inserting a scene from a VCR - Insert Editing You can insert a new scene from a VCR onto your originally recorded tape by specifying the insert start and end points. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Connections are the same as on page 89, 91. Insert a cassette containing the desired
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    3. Notes •The zero set memory function works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •Pictures and sound recorded on the section between the insert start and end points will be erased when you insert the new scene. When the inserted picture is played back Pictures may be distorted at the
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    tape from your camcorder to your computer, you can process or edit them in image processing software and append them to e-mail. Connecting with USB cable and viewing images on your computer •Installing the USB driver (p. 96) •Installing "PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony" (p. 100) •Capturing images
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    on the type of USB equipment that is used simultaneously. •Operations are not guaranteed for all the recommended computer environments mentioned above. Windows and Windows Media are trademarks or their respective companies. Furthermore, "™" and "®" are not mentioned in each case in this manual. 95
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    application software screen appears. (3) Move the cursor to "USB Driver" and click. This starts USB driver installation. (4) Follow the on-screen messages to install the USB driver. (5) Connect the AC power adaptor to your camcorder and then to a wall outlet. (6) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or
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    1: Uninstall the incorrect USB driver 1 Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load. 2 Connect the USB connector on your computer to the (USB) jack on your camcorder using the USB cable supplied with your camcorder. 3 Connect the AC power adaptor, and set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. 97
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    2000 Professional: Select "My Computer" t "Control Panel" t "System" t "Hardware" tab, and click the "Device Manager" button. For Windows 98SE/Windows Me: Select "My Computer" t "Control Panel" t "System", and click the "Device Manager" button. 5 Select and delete the underlined devices below
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    Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer (Windows users only) Editing Windows 2000 Professional Windows XP 6 Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) on your camcorder, and then disconnect the USB cable. 7 Restart your computer. Step 2: Install the USB driver on the CD-ROM Perform the entire
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    supplied with your camcorder. "PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony" allows you to easily view images on your camcorder on your computer for your enjoyment. To install and use this software in Windows 2000 Professional, you must be authorized as a Power User or Administrator. For Windows XP, you must
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    the AC power adaptor to your camcorder and then to a wall outlet, and insert a cassette into your camcorder. (4) Set the POWER switch to VCR. Select USB STREAM to ON in in the menu settings (p. 105). (5) Select "Start" t "Program" t "PIXELA" t "ImageMixer" t "ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony" on Windows
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    Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer (Windows users only) (6) Click on the screen. The "PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony" startup screen appears on your computer. (7) Click . Preview window (8) Start playback on your camcorder. The image from the tape appears in the preview
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    recorded on a tape on your computer (Windows users only) Viewing images live from your camcorder (1) Follow the steps (1), (2) on page 101, then connect the AC power adaptor to your camcorder and then to a wall outlet. (2) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. Select USB STREAM to ON in in the menu
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    has been registered incorrectly as your computer was connected to your camcorder before installation of the USB driver was completed. Reinstall the USB driver following the procedure on page 97. If any trouble occurs Close all running applications, then restart it. Carry out the following operations
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    "Selecting the mode setting of each item" (p. 106). 1 MENU CAMERA MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT D EFFECT FLASH MODE FLASH LVL N. S LIGHT AUTO SHTR [MENU] : END VCR MANUAL SET P EFFECT D EFFECT [MENU] : END MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240) MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE FLASH MODE FLASH LVL N. S LIGHT AUTO SHTR
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    the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET (except DCR-TRV240) PRINT SET (except DCR-TRV240) TAPE SET specific shooting requirement (p. 51) To add special effects like those in films or on the TV to images (p. 47, 63) To add special effects using the various digital
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    than 15× to 30× zoom is performed digitally (p. 24). To activate the digital zoom. More than 15× to 420× zoom is performed digitally (p. 24). To record still images on "Memory Stick"s in CAMERA mode while you are in the standby mode or recording moving pictures to tape by pressing PHOTO (p. 124) To
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    and sound in analog format using your camcorder To output analog images and sound in digital format using your camcorder (p. 88) To automatically select the system (Hi8/ standard 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
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    bar CAMERA VCR MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY VF power sources other than the battery pack, BRIGHT is automatically selected. Even if you adjust LCD BRIGHT, LCD B.L., LCD COLOR and/or VF B.L. The recorded picture will not be affected. (continued on the following page) Customizing Your Camcorder
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    121) To record moving pictures at 160 × 112 size To display the remaining capacity of the "Memory Stick" in the following cases: • For five seconds after inserting a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder • When the capacity of the "Memory Stick" is less than one minute in MEMORY mode • For five seconds
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    selected images against accidental erasure (p. 170) To not protect images To play back images in a continuous loop (p. 168) To copy still images on tape onto "Memory Stick" (p. 138) To assign numbers to file in sequence even if the "Memory Stick" is changed To reset the file numbering each time the
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    MEMORY CAMERA VCR CAMERA VCR** CAMERA VCR Note on PRINT SET * 9PIC PRINT and DATE/TIME are displayed only when an external printer (optional) is connected to the intelligent accessory shoe. Notes on the LP mode • When you record a tape in the LP mode on your camcorder, we recommend playing back
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    demonstration appear To cancel the demonstration mode POWER switch CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY CAMERA * DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only Notes on DEMO MODE •You cannot select DEMO MODE when a cassette is inserted in your camcorder. •The DEMO MODE default setting is
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    in the viewfinder POWER switch VCR MEMORY CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY Note If you press DISPLAY with DISPLAY set to V-OUT/LCD in the menu settings, the picture from a TV or VCR will not appear on the screen even when your camcorder is connected to outputs
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    the backlight on display window POWER switch CAMERA MEMORY VCR CAMERA VCR MEMORY * Except DCR-TRV240 When recording a close subject When REC LAMP is set to ON, the red camera recording lamp on the front of the camcorder may reflect on the subject if it is close. In this case, we recommend that you
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    play back, record or delete 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
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    data files recorded on "Memory Stick"s by your camcorder conform with the Design Rules for Camera File Systems universal standard established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). You cannot play back on your camcorder still images recorded on other
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    lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or knock 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, image data may become damaged. If
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    "Memory Stick" operations Using "Memory Stick"- Introduction Selecting the still image quality mode You can select the image quality mode in still image recording. The default setting is SUPER FINE (DCR-TRV740/TRV840), or FINE (DCR-TRV340). (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR or MEMORY. Make sure that
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    Memory Stick"- Introduction Image quality settings Setting Meaning SUPER FINE (SFN) (DCR-TRV740/ TRV840 only) This is the highest image quality in your camcorder . Standard images are compressed to about 1/10. Note In some cases, changing the image quality mode may not affect the image quality,
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    "Memory Stick"- Introduction Selecting the image size You can select either of two image sizes Still images (DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only): 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
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    "Memory Stick"- Introduction Image size settings Setting Meaning 1152 × 864* Records 1152 × 864 still images. 640 × 480* Records 640 × 480 still images. 320 × 240 Records 320 × 240 moving pictures. 160 × 112 Records 160 × 112 moving pictures. Indicator Recording 1152 SFN 640 SFN 320 160 * DCR
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    images 1970 images *DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only Approximate time of moving pictures you can record on a "Memory Stick" The time of moving pictures you can record varies images and times of moving pictures you can record on a "Memory Stick" formatted on your camcorder. "Memory Stick" operations 123
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    PHOTO 1 V POWER OFCFR(CHG) [a]: Number of recorded images [b]: Approximate number of images that can be recorded on the "Memory Stick". E ERMAORY CAM M 124 For DCR-TRV340 only You can select the FIELD or FRAME mode in still image recording. Your camcorder compensates for camera-shake when
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    on "Memory Stick"s - Memory Photo recording When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work: - Wide mode - SUPER NIGHTSHOT - Color Slow Shutter - Fader - Picture effects - Digital effects - Titles - Digital zoom (DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only) - SteadyShot (DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only
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    Recording still images on "Memory Stick"s - Memory Photo recording Recording images continuously You can record still images continuously. Select one of the three modes described below before recording. NORMAL [a] (DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only) Your camcorder shoots up to four still images in 1152 ×
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    number of images you can shoot continuously varies depending on the image size and the capacity of the "Memory Stick." (DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only) When shooting with the self-timer function or the Remote Commander Your camcorder automatically records up to the maximum recordable number of still images
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    RETURN MENU [MENU] : END To record moving pictures on "Memory Stick"s with the selftimer Press START/STOP in step 6. To cancel 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
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    area of a still image such as a handwritten illustration or title with a moving picture. Record a title on the "Memory Stick" before a trip or event for convenience. C. CHROM (camera chroma key) You can superimpose a moving picture on a still image such as an image can be used as background. Shoot
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    camcorder. •Insert a "Memory Stick" is recorded still images into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) In the standby mode, press MEMORY which is to be swapped with a moving picture C. CHROM - The color (blue) scheme of the area in the moving picture which is to be swapped with a
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    recorded on "Memory Stick"s. •When the overlapping still image has a large amount of white, the thumbnail image of the picture may not be clear. Image data modified on your computer or shot with other equipment You may not be able to play modified images back with your camcorder. When you select
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    Superimposing a still image in the "Memory Stick" on an image - MEMORY MIX 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 to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch
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    a still image in the "Memory Stick" on an image - MEMORY MIX 2 MEMORY MIX M. CHROM 100-0021 Still image 3 4 M. LUMI 5 100-0021 M. LUMI I I I 100-0021 6 M. LUMI I 100-0021 To change the still image to superimpose Do either of the following: - Press MEMORY+/- before step 7. - Press the
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    image of the picture may not be clear. Image data modified on your computer or shot with other equipment You may not be able to play modified images back with your camcorder. During recording You cannot change the mode setting. When recording images on a "Memory Stick" using the MEMORY MIX function
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    as a still image on a "Memory Stick." Before operation •Insert a tape recorded in the Digital8 system into your camcorder. •Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press N. Moving pictures recorded on the tape are played back. (3) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly
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    settings. (DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only) Recording a still image from external equipment Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Play back the recorded tape, or turn the TV on to see the desired program. The picture from
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    , on a tape that has been repeatedly used for dubbing - Between scenes or in the various playback modes on the tape recorded in Hi8/ standard 8 system - When attempting to input images that are distorted due to poor radio wave reception when a TV tuner unit is in use "Memory Stick" operations 137
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    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 display
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    access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or knock your camcorder. As well do not turn the power off, eject the "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, image data may become damaged. If the write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK "NOT READY" appears on the screen when
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    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) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The camera recording lamp
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    The angle of view is slightly larger compared with the angle of view in CAMERA mode. When using an external flash (optional) 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. Recording date/time
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    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 played back. And press X at the scene where you want to start recording from. (3) Press START/STOP on your camcorder. For DCR-TRV340 only: When
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    the power off, eject a "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, image data may become damage. If " AUDIO ERROR" is displayed Sound that cannot be recorded by your camcorder has been recorded. Connect the A/V connecting cable to input images from external equipment used to play back the
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    Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Play back the recorded tape, or turn the TV on to see the desired program. The picture of the other equipment is displayed on the LCD screen or viewfinder. (3) Follow the procedure on
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    recording stops automatically if the picture is disrupted. - When the input signal is cut off When " REC ERROR" is displayed Recording is discontinued, and image data is not saved. During recording on "Memory Stick" Do not eject the cassette tape from your camcorder. During ejecting the tape, sound
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    pictures as a moving picture - Digital program editing (on "Memory Stick"s) - Except DCR-TRV240 You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto "Memory Stick"s. Making the program (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (2) Insert the tape for playback, and a "Memory Stick
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    "Memory Stick" operations Recording edited pictures as a moving picture - Digital program editing (on "Memory Stick"s) 7,9 REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE REC EDIT in the menu settings. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select MEMORY, then press the dial. (2) Select ERASE ALL in the menu settings. Turn
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    picture - Digital program editing (on "Memory Stick"s) Notes •Digital program editing works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •You cannot dub the titles or display indicators. •You cannot operate recording during Digital program editing on "Memory Stick recording time (DCR-TRV340 only)
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    "Memory Stick" operations Recording edited pictures as a moving picture - Digital program editing (on "Memory Stick"s) Performing the program (Dubbing a "Memory Stick") (1) Select VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select MEMORY, then press the dial. (2) Select START in
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    - Except DCR-TRV240 You can play back still images recorded on a "Memory Stick". You can also play back six images including moving pictures in order at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR
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    from the TV speakers. When no still image is recorded on the "Memory Stick" The message " NO FILE" appears. Screen indicators during still image playback 640 21 / 40 100-0021 MEMORY PLAY Image size (DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only) Image number/Total number of recorded images Print mark JUL 4 2002
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    Viewing still images - Memory Photo playback Playing back six recorded images at a time (index screen) You can play back six recorded images at a time. This function is especially useful when searching for a particular image. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch
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    - Except DCR-TRV240 You can play back moving pictures recorded on a "Memory Stick." You can also play back six images including still images in order at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR
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    MPEG movie playback Screen indicators during moving picture playback 320 2 / 20 MOV00001 MEMORY PLAY 0:12 --- --- JUL 4 2002 12:05:56 PM Data directory number/File number Image size Picture number/Total number of recorded pictures Memory playback Protect Recording date/time. (Various settings
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    Note 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. - Still images: JPEG format - Moving pictures/audio: MPEG format Viewing images using computer For Windows users (p. 156) For
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    be provided as standard. Windows Media Player must be installed (to play back moving pictures). Installing the USB driver Before connecting your camcorder to your computer, install the USB driver on the computer. The USB driver is packaged together with application software for viewing images on
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    -screen messages to install the USB driver. (5) Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder, connect the AC power adaptor and set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (6) Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder with the USB connector on your computer using the supplied USB cable. USB MODE appears on the LCD
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    the incorrect USB driver 1 Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load. 2 Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. 3 Connect the AC power adaptor, and set the POWER switch to MEMORY. 4 Connect the USB connector on your computer to the (USB) jack on your camcorder using the USB cable supplied
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    to play back moving pictures in Windows environment. (1) Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load. (2) Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder, and connect the AC power adaptor to your camcorder and then to a wall outlet. (3) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (4) Connect one end of the USB
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    on "Memory Stick"s Power Mac G4 with the Mac OS 8.6 standard installation The USB connector must be provided as standard. Installing the USB driver Before connecting your camcorder to your computer, install the USB driver on the computer. The USB driver is packaged together with application software
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    operations Viewing images recorded on "Memory Stick"s on your computer (3) Click "USB Driver" to open the folder containing the six files related to "Driver". (4) Select all six files, and drag and drop them into the System Folder. (5) When the message appears, click "OK." (6) Restart your computer
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    to play back moving pictures in Macintosh environment. (1) Turn on your computer and allow Mac OS to load. (2) Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder, and connect the AC power adaptor to your camcorder and then to a wall outlet. (3) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (4) Connect one end of the USB
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    used on your camcorder, or if the "Memory Stick" in your camcorder was formatted from your computer when the USB cable was connected. •Do not compress the data on the "Memory Stick." Compressed files cannot be played back on your camcorder. Software •Depending on your application software, the file
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    Copying images recorded on "Memory Stick"s to tape - Except DCR-TRV240 You can copy still images recorded on "Memory Stick"s and record them to tapes. Before operation • Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder. • Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
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    Memory Stick" operations Copying images recorded on "Memory Stick"s to tape During copying You cannot operate the following buttons: - MEMORY PLAY - MEMORY INDEX - MEMORY DELETE - MEMORY MIX - MEMORY your camcorder. If you press DISPLAY in the standby or recording mode You can see memory playback
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    or "Memory Stick"s. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press PB ZOOM on your camcorder while you are playing back images recorded on "Memory Stick." The
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    mode is canceled when the following buttons are pressed: - MENU - MEMORY PLAY - MEMORY INDEX - MEMORY +/- Moving pictures recorded on "Memory Stick"s The PB ZOOM mode does not work. To record an image processed by PB ZOOM on "Memory Stick"s Press PHOTO to record the image processed by PB ZOOM. To
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    loop - SLIDE SHOW - Except DCR-TRV240 You can automatically play back images in sequence. This function is useful especially when checking recorded images or during a presentation. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the
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    "Memory Stick" operations Playing back images in a continuous loop - SLIDE SHOW To view recorded images on TV Before operation, connect your camcorder to a TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. If you change the "Memory Stick" during operation The slide show function does
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    - Except DCR-TRV240 You can protect selected images, to prevent accidental erasure of important images. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Play back the
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    Deleting selected images Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Play back the image you want to delete. (3) Press MEMORY DELETE. "DELETE?" appears on the screen
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    Deleting images - DELETE Deleting all images You can delete all unprotected images in the "Memory Stick." Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU to display
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    images - DELETE To cancel deleting all the images in the "Memory Stick" Select RETURN in step 4, 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. 173
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    to the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard for specifying 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 switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Play back the still image you
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    " operations Writing a print mark - PRINT MARK If the write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK You cannot write print marks on still images. Moving pictures You cannot write print marks on moving pictures. While the file name is flashing You cannot write the print mark on the still
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    to the operating instructions of the printer. There are various ways of printing still images. The following, however, describes how to print by selecting in the menu settings on your camcorder. (p. 105) Before operation • Insert a recorded "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. • Attach the optional
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    multi screen mode You cannot print images recorded in the multi screen mode on sticker type print paper. Moving pictures recorded on "Memory Stick" You cannot print moving pictures. When "Memory Stick" has no files " NO STILL IMAGE FILE" appears on the screen. When there are no files with a PRINT
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    correct trouble If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If "C:ss:ss" appears on the screen or the display window
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    between recorded portion (p. 68). The picture which is recorded in the • PB MODE is set to / in the menu settings. Digital8 system is not played back. c Set it to AUTO (p. 105). The tape which is recorded in the Hi8 • Set PB MODE to /standard 8 system is not played back correctly. / in the menu
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    and how to correct trouble 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. 12, 13). • The AC power adaptor is not connected to a wall
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    image to write a print mark to is not played back. c Press MEMORY PLAY to play back the image (p. 150). • You are trying to write a print mark on a moving picture. c Print marks cannot be written on a moving picture. • The write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK. c Release the lock
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    While charging the battery pack, the backlight of the display window does not light. • Charging is completed. • The AC power adaptor is disconnected. c Connect it firmly (p. 13). • Something is wrong with the battery pack. c Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. 182
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    c Install it properly. • Something is wrong with the battery pack. c Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. No function works though the power is on. • Disconnect the power cord of the AC power adaptor or remove the battery, then reconnect it in about one minute. Turn
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    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
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    : •The battery is dead. % Moisture condensation has occurred* Fast flashing: •Eject the cassette, turn off your camcorder, and leave it for about one hour with the cassette compartment open (p. 194). Warning indicator as to "Memory Stick"* (except DCR-TRV240) Slow flashing: • No "Memory Stick" is
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    picture that has a copyright control signal* (p. 187). • FULL** The "Memory Stick" is full* (p. 127). • -** The write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick Memory Stick" has more than one directory such as 100msdcf* (p. 150). • PLAY ERROR** The image cannot be played back. Reinsert the "Memory Stick
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    / t : During switching from Hi8 /standard 8 to Digital8 Copyright signal When you play back Using any other video camera recorder, you cannot record on a tape that has recorded copyright control signals for copyright protection of software which is played back on your camcorder. When you record You
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    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 sound Sub sound When you use a tape recorded in the Hi8/standard 8 system When you play back a dual sound track tape recorded in an AFM HiFi stereo
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    /FM90/FM91/QM91, optional). •Be sure to turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) when not taking shots or playing back on your camcorder. The battery pack is also consumed when your camcorder is in the standby mode or playback is paused. •Have spare battery packs handy for two or three times the expected
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    equipment and store it in a dry, cool place. •To use the battery pack up on your camcorder, leave your camcorder in the standby mode until the power goes off without a cassette inserted. Battery life •The battery life is limited. Battery capacity drops little by little as you use it more and more
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    i.LINK is a digital serial interface for handling digital video, digital audio and other data IEEE 1394 data transport bus proposed by SONY, and is a trademark approved by many Mbps) The baud rate is listed under "Specifications" in the operating instructions of each equipment. It is also indicated
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    , 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 operating instructions of the equipment to be connected. Required i.LINK cable Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to-4-pin
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    , 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 camcorder is an NTSC system based camcorder. If you want to view the playback picture on a TV, it must be an
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    the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this state, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or your camcorder may not operate correctly. If there is moisture inside your camcorder, the beep sounds and the % indicator flashes. When the Z indicator flashes at the same time, the
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    . or When you play back in the Hi8/Standard 8 (analog) system The video head may be dirty when: •Playback pictures contain noise. •Playback pictures are hardly visible. •Playback pictures do not appear. or If the above problem occurs, clean the video heads with the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette
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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 these operating instructions. • If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony
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    care •Remove the tape, and periodically turn on the power, operate the CAMERA and VCR sections and play back a tape for about three minutes when your camcorder is not to be used for a long time. •Clean the lens with a soft brush to remove dust. If there are fingerprints on the lens, remove
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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 gets 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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    ) DCR-TRV840: 123 200 (560 × 220) General Power requirements 7.2 V (battery pack) 8.4 V (AC power adaptor) Average power consumption (when using the battery pack) During camera recording using LCD DCR-TRV240/TRV340: 3.8 W DCR-TRV740: 4.3 W DCR-TRV840: 4.5 W Viewfinder DCR-TRV240/TRV340: 3.0 W DCR
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    Stick" (except DCR-TRV240) Memory Flash memory 8MB: MSA-8A Operating voltage 2.7 - 3.6 V Power consumption Approx. 45 mA in the operating mode Approx. 130 µA in the standby mode Dimensions (approx.) 50 × 2.8 × 21.5 mm (2 × 1/8 × 7/8 in.) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 4 g (0.14 oz) Design and specifications
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    - Quick Reference - Identifying parts and controls Camcorder 5 1 6 7 2 8 3 9 4 0 1 Lens cap (p. 21) 2 LCD screen (p. 21) 3 OPEN button (p. 21) 4 VOLUME -/+ button (p. 34) 5 Battery pack (p. 12) 6 BATT (battery) release lever (p. 12) 7 POWER switch (p. 21) 8 START/STOP button (p. 21) 9 Hooks
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    36) x STOP (stop) m REW (rewind) N PLAY (playback) M FF (fast-forward) X PAUSE (pause) z REC (recording) qj REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE REC qk ql w; wa ws wd qk NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 29) ql Display window (p. 208) w; FOCUS button (p. 54) wa FADER button (p. 45) ws BACK LIGHT button (p. 28) wd Remote
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    wf RESET button (p. 183) wg EDITSEARCH button (p. 32) wh MEMORY operation buttons* MEMORY PLAY button (p. 150) MEMORY - button (p. 150) MEMORY + button (p. 150) MEMORY MIX button (p. 130) MEMORY DELETE button (p. 171) MPEG u button (p. 153) MEMORY INDEX button (p. 152) wj DISPLAY button (p. 35) wk
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    and controls ea eh es ed ej ef ek eg ea Power zoom lever (p. 24) es Intelligent accessory shoe ed Speaker ef PB ZOOM button (p. 65, 166) eg TITLE button (p. 58) * Except DCR-TRV240 el eh PHOTO button (p. 39, 124) ej "Memory Stick" slot* (p. 118) ek Access lamp* (p. 118) el END SEARCH button
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    Grip strap rd MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack Connect an external microphone (optional). This jack also accepts a "plug-in-power" microphone. rf the jack indicated as CONTROL L or REMOTE. * Except DCR-TRV240 rh Eyecup rj Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 25) camcorder. t; Cassette compartment (p. 20) 205
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    Identifying parts and controls ta ts ta S VIDEO jack (p. 38, 71, 136) ts AUDIO/VIDEO jack (p. 38, 71, 136) Fastening the grip strap td tf td DV IN/OUT jack (p. 72, 137) The DV IN/OUT jack is i.LINK compatible. tf (USB) jack (p. 97, 157) Fasten the grip strap firmly. 206
  • Sony DCR-TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 207
    Point toward the remote sensor to control the camcorder after turning on the camcorder. 7 ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 67) 8 START/STOP button (p. 21) 9 DATA CODE button (p. 35) 0 Power zoom button (p. 24) To prepare the Remote Commander Insert 2 size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and - on the
  • Sony DCR-TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 208
    Display window 1 qd 2 qf 2 wj 3 qg 4 50min SP REC 0:00:00 W T qh 3 5 M.FADER 16:9WIDE ZERO SET MEMORY qj battery time (p. 27, 35) 4 Zoom (p. 24)/Exposure (p. 53) 5 Fader (p. 45)/Digital effect (p. 49, 64) 6 Wide mode (p. 42)/FRAME indicator (except DCR-TRV240) (p. 124) 7 Picture
  • Sony DCR-TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 209
    208 OVERLAP 44 Photo scan 70 Photo search 69 PICTURE EFFECT 47, 63 Picture search 36 Playback pause 36 Playing time 16 Power zoom 24 Print mark 174 PROGRAM AE 51 R Recording time 15 Rec Review 32 Remaining battery time indicator 27, 36 Remaining tape indicator ...... 27 Remote
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SERIES
TM
©2002 Sony Corporation
Model No.
DCR-TRV
Model No.
AC-
Serial No.
Serial No.
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.
3-072-650-
12
(1)
DCR-TRV240/TRV340/TRV740/
TRV840
Digital
Video Camera
Recorder
DCR-TRV740