Sony TRV230 Operating Instructions

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  • Sony TRV230 | Operating Instructions - Page 1
    065-262-12 (2) 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-TRV530 TM SERIES DCR-TRV230/TRV330/TRV530 ©2001 Sony
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    of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. Never expose the battery pack to temperatures above 60°C Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV230, DCRTRV330, DCR-TRV530 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics lnc. Address: 1 Sony Drive,
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    in this manual could void in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The shielded interface cable supplied with this equipment must be used with this equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital
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    and your computer (p. 74) • Viewing images recorded on "Memory Stick" using USB cable (p. 110) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) Other uses Functions to adjust exposure in the recording mode • Back light (p. 23) • NightShot/Super NightShot (p. 23) • PROGRAM AE (p. 44) • Adjusting the exposure manually (p. 46
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    - Digital program editing 63 Using with analog video unit and your computer - Signal convert function ..... 74 Recording video or TV programs 75 Inserting a scene from a VCR - Insert Editing 77 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 79 "Memory Stick" operations (DCR-TRV330/TRV530
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    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
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    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
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    type) TRV330 z z z 6.2 cm (2.5 type) TRV530 z z z 8.8 cm (3.5 type) z Provided - Not provided * The models with MEMORY marked on the POWER switch is provided with memory functions. See page 88 for details. Before using your camcorder With your digital camcorder, you can use Hi8 /Digital8 video
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    Getting started Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on mounted leave your camcorder exposed to temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. •Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors.
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    ) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 152) 5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 31) 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 146) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 19) 8 USB cable (1) (p. 111) DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only 9 "Memory Stick" (1) (p. 88) DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only 0 CD-ROM (SPVD-004 USB Driver) (1) (p. 111) DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only
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    started Step 1 Preparing the 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
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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 LCD backlight of the display window is turned off. Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator in the display window roughly indicates the recording time with the viewfinder. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - min" appears in the
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    DCR-TRV230/TRV330 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Recording with the viewfinder Continuous* Typical** 100 55 165 95 345 200 520 300 605 350 Recording with the LCD screen Continuous* Typical** 75 40 125 70 265 150 400 230 465 265 DCR-TRV530
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    Step 1 Preparing the power supply Playing time DCR-TRV230/TRV330 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Playing time on LCD screen 75 125 265 400 465 Playing time with LCD closed 100 165 345 520 605 DCR-TRV530 Battery pack Playing time on LCD screen Playing time
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    battery pack 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
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    (bars may appear) because the manganese-lithium battery installed in your camcorder will have been discharged (p. 141). First, set the year, then the month, the day, the hour and then the minute. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only), and then press MENU to display
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    menu settings, 3/4 of indicated time on Hi8 tape. •If you use 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 camcorders (including other DCR-TRV230/TRV330/TRV530). •The cassette compartment may not be
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    :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
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    LOCK (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) leave your camcorder in the standby mode for 3 minutes Your camcorder automatically turns off. This is to save battery power and to prevent battery and tape The playback picture may be distorted or the time code may not be written properly between scenes. Adjusting the
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    (subject appears closer) "W" side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away) W T WT W T Zoom greater than 25× is performed digitally. To activate digital zoom, select the digital zoom power in D ZOOM in the menu settings. (p. 79) The picture quality deteriorates as the picture is processed
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    Date indicator This is displayed for five seconds after the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only). Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator roughly indicates the recording time. The indicator may not be correct, depending on the conditions in
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    when you use this function. While your camcorder is in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON. and "NIGHTSHOT" indicators flash on the screen. To cancel the NightShot function, slide NIGHTSHOT to OFF. OFF ON NIGHTSHOT SUPER NIGHTSHOT NightShot Light emitter 23
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    following functions: - Fader - Digital effect - Exposure - PROGRAM AE Shutter speed in the Super NightShot mode The shutter speed will be automatically changed depending on the brightness of the background. The motion of the picture will be slow. In MEMORY mode (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) You cannot
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    Recording - Basics Recording a picture Self-timer recording - DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only Recording with the self-timer starts in 10 set to OFF (CHG) or VCR. Self-timer memory photo recording (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) You can also record still images on "Memory Stick"s with the self-timer (p. 97). 25
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    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
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    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
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    79). The display changes as follows: date/time t no indicator Notes on the data code function •The data code function works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •Various settings of the recording data are not recorded when recording images on "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only). 28
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    due to tape damage or noise. - The tape was recorded by a 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 time indicator during playback The indicator indicates the approximate continuous playback
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    a tape In the various playback modes • Noise may appear when your 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 system. Notes on the playback pause mode • When the playback
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    from a wall outlet using the AC power adaptor (p. 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
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    . For details, refer to the operating instructions of the AV cordless IR receiver. SUPER LASER LINK Super laser link emitter Before operation Attach the power supply such as the AC power adaptor to your camcorder, and insert the recorded tape. (1) After connecting your TV and AV cordless IR receiver
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    on a tape which can record for 60 minutes in the SP mode. Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can record still images on "Memory Stick"s (p. 93) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only). (1) In the standby mode, keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a still image appears. The CAPTURE indicator appears
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    Recording a still image on a tape - Tape Photo recording Self-timer recording - DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only 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
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    video printer (optional). Connect the video printer using the A/V connecting cable supplied 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
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    selected. ID-2 system The ID-2 system sends a copyright protection signal with ID-1 signals inserted between video signals when you connect your camcorder to other equipment by an A/V connecting cable. If the wide mode is set to ON The SteadyShot function does not work. If you set 16:9WIDE to ON
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    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 M.FADER (mosaic) BOUNCE1)2) OVERLAP2) WIPE2) DOT2) (ramdom dot) [b] STBY REC MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually changes
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    , wipe and dot functions work only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. • You cannot use the following functions while using the fader - Tapephotorecording Before operating the overlap, wipe, or dot function Your camcorder stores the image on the tape. As the image is being stored
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    Advanced Recording Operations Using the fader function While using the bounce function, you cannot use the following functions: - Focus - Zoom - Pictureeffect Note on the bounce function The BOUNCE indicator does not appear in the following mode or functions: - D ZOOM is activated in the menu
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    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. 40
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    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
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    dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired digital effect mode. (5) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The bars MOVIE - No adjustment necessary The more bars there are on the screen, the stronger the digital effect. The bars appear in the following modes: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL.
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    mode: - Widemode - Pictureeffect - 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
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    select PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to suit your specific shooting requirements. Spotlight This mode prevents people's faces, recording distant subjects such as mountains and prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows when you are recording a subject behind glass or
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    because your camcorder is set to focus only on Digital effect - Overlap - Wipe - Dot •While setting the NIGHTSHOT to ON, the PROGRAM AE function does not work. (The indicator flashes.) •While shooting in MEMORY mode, the low lux mode does not work. (The indicator flashes.) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530
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    exposure mode Press EXPOSURE. Note When you adjust the exposure manually, the backlight function does not work in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) mode. Your camcorder automatically returns to the automatic mode: - if you change the PROGRAM AE mode - if you slide NIGHTSHOT to ON 46
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    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 (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) mode. The 9indicator appears on the screen. (2) Turnthefocusringtosharpenfocus. 2 FOCUS To return to the autofocus mode Set FOCUS
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    Superimposing a title You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles (p. 50). You can also select the language, color, size and position of titles. VACATION 48 (1) Press TITLE to display the title menu in the standby mode. The title menu display appears on the screen. (2) Turn the
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    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. 49
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    Making your own titles You can make up to two titles and store them in your camcorder. Each title can have up to 20 characters. (1) Press TITLE in the standby or VCR mode. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then
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    erased. Enter the new title as desired. 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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only). Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on "Memory Stick"s (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only). (1) Press PB ZOOM on your camcorder PB ZOOM works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •You cannot process externally input scenes
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    memory function Your camcorder goes forward or The ZERO SET MEMORY indicator disappears and the time code appears. (5) Press N. Playback starts from the counter The zero set memory function works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. • When you press ZERO SET MEMORY before rewinding the
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    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
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    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
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    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. 59
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    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, S-VHS, VHSC
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    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 camcorder. (5) Start recording on the VCR. Refer to the operating instructions of
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    in 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 output as the image signals from the DV IN/OUT jack. You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable). See page
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    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
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    the remote sensor on the VCR. When you connect using an A/V connecting cable, follow the procedure below, (1) to (4), to send the control signal correctly. (1) Set the IR SETUP code 1 Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. 2 Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set the input selector
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    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
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    Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing (2)Setting the modes to cancel camcorder and face it towards the remote sensor of the VCR. Set the devices about 30 cm (11 7/8 in.) apart, and remove any obstacles between the devices. Infrared rays emitter Remote sensor A/V connecting cable
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    Editing Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing (4) Confirming VCR operation 1 checking the code in "About the IR SETUP 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
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    cable (DV connecting cable) When you connect using an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional), follow the procedure below. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder . (2) Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set the input selector to DV input. When you connect a digital video
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    Editing 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
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    Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing 7 3,4 OTHERS ED I T SET CONTROL ADJ TEST RETURN " CUT- I N " EXECUTE " seconds' of lead before starting the recording. • When you connect using an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) you may not be able to operate the dubbing function correctly,
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    Editing Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing Operation 1: Making the 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
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    is stored in memory until the tape is ejected. Notes • The Digital program editing does not work when PB MODE is set to menu settings : - ablankportionofthetape - aportion recorded in a system other than Digital8 The total time code may not be displayed correctly in the following cases: - there
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    editing (Dubbing a tape) Make sure that your camcorder and VCR are connected, and that the VCR is set to recording pause. This procedure is not necessary when you use an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable). When you use a digital video camera recorder, set its POWER switch to VCR/VTR. (1) Select
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    video unit connected to your computer which has the i. LINK (DV) jack to your camcorder. Before operation 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
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    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 normal speed. If your VCR is a monaural type Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video output jack and the white or
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    (optional) DV IN/OUT : Signal flow When you have finished dubbing a tape Press x on both your camcorder and the VCR. You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable). During digital editing The color of the display may be uneven. However this does not affect the dubbed
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    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 in "Recording video or TV programs" on page 75, 76. Insert a cassette containing the desired scene to insert into the
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    then press X to set 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 set The zero set memory function works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. • The picture and sound recorded on the section between the
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    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 (DCR-TRV330/TRV530
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    MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) PRINT SET (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 - AUTO SHTR z ON OFF Meaning To suit your specific shooting requirement (p. 44) To add special effects like those special effects using the various digital functions (p. 41) To automatically
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    digitally. (p. 21) - To record a 16:9 wide picture (p. 36) To compensate for camera-shake To cancel the SteadyShot function. Natural pictures are produced when shooting a stationary object with a tripod. To use the NightShot DCR-TRV330/TRV530 camcorder connected to the intelligent accessory shoe. 81
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    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 Hi8/standard 8 system when your camcorder does not automatically distinguish the recording system To convert digital video signals into analog
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    Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings Icon/item LCD BRIGHT Mode - VCR MEMORY MEMORY VCR MEMORY MEMORY VCR MEMORY VCR MEMORY * DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only Notes on LCD B.L. and VF B.L. •When you select BRIGHT, battery life is reduced by about 10 percent during recording. •When
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    DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only Notes on formatting (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) • Supplied or optional "Memory Stick"s have been formatted at factory. Formatting with this camcorder Stick" if " FORMAT ERROR" appears. Formatting erases all information on the "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) Check the
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    REC" appears on the screen. Use the Hi8 tapes for the LP mode. Notes on the LP mode •When you record a tape in the LP mode on your camcorder, we recommend playing the tape on your camcorder. When you play back the tape on other camcorders or VCRs, noise may occur in images or
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    on the Sony TV when using the super laser link function (p. 32) To switch the video input on a Sony TV when using DEMO MODE when a cassette is inserted in your camcorder. • DEMO MODE is set to STBY (Standby) to OFF. • When NIGHTSHOT is set to ON, the "NIGHTSHOT" indicator appears on the screen and
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    . (Except when your camcorder is connected with the i. LINK cable) In more than 5 minutes after removing the power source The AUDIO MIX, FLASH LVL, COMMANDER and HiFi SOUND items are returned to their default settings. The other menu items are held in memory even when the battery is removed. Notes
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    DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only You can record and play back still images on the "Memory Stick" supplied with your camcorder. You can easily play back, record or delete still images. You can exchange image data with other equipment such as your computer etc., using the USB cable the battery for connecting
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    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 your camcorder still images recorded on other equipment (DCR-TRV890E/
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    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 " MEMORY STICK ERROR" is displayed The "Memory Stick
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    "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 FINE. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR or MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU
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    number of images you can record on a "Memory Stick" The approximate number of images you can record on a "Memory Stick" formatted using this camcorder varies depending on which image quality mode you select and the complexity of the subject. Maximum number of images you can record on a "Memory
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    still images on "Memory Stick" - Memory Photo recording - DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only You can select the FIELD or FRAME mode in still image recording. Your camcorder compensates for camera-shake when recording moving subjects in the FIELD mode. Your camcorder records still images in high quality in the
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    to MEMORY The following functions do not work: - wide mode - picture effect - digital effect - title - low lux mode of PROGRAM AE. When you are recording a nor press PHOTO. When you press PHOTO on the Remote Commander Your camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen when you press
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    "Memory Stick" operations Recording still images on "Memory Stick" - Memory Photo recording (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 display appear. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the
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    Stick" - Memory Photo recording Continuous shooting settings Setting Meaning (indicator on the screen) SINGLE Your camcorder shoots one image at a time. (no indicator) MULTI SCRN Your camcorder shoots 9 still images at about 0.5 sec intervals and displays the images on a single page divided
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    L I GHT F L A SH MODE FLASH LVL RETURN [ MENU ] : END To cancel self-timer recording Set SELFTIMER to OFF in the MENU settings while your camcorder is in the standby mode. You cannot cancel self-timer recording with Remote Commander. Note The self-timer recording mode is automatically cancelled
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    Superimposing a still image in the "Memory Stick" on an image - MEMORY MIX - DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only You can superimpose a still image you have recorded on the "Memory Stick" on top of the moving image you are recording. You can record
  • Sony TRV230 | Operating Instructions - Page 99
    on an image - MEMORY 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
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    /PUSH EXEC dial before step 7, and repeat the procedure from step 4. To cancel MEMORY MIX Press MEMORY MIX. The "Memory Stick" supplied with your camcorder stores 20 images - For M. CHROM: 18 images (such as a frame) 100-0001~100-0018 - For C. CHROM: 2 images (such as a background) 100-0019~100-0020
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    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 is set to the left position. (2) Press MEMORY MIX in the standby
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    from step 4. To cancel MEMORY MIX Press MEMORY MIX. During recording You cannot change the mode setting. The "Memory Stick" supplied with your camcorder stores 20 images - For M. CHROM: 18 images (such as a frame) 100-0001~100-0018 - For C. CHROM: 2 images (such as a background) 100-0019~100
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    Recording an image from a tape as a still image - DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only Your camcorder can read moving image data recorded on a tape in the Digital8 system, and record it as a still image on a "Memory Stick." Your camcorder can also take in moving image data through the input connector and record
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    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 VCR. Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) 104 DV DV OUT (optional
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    - DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only Using the search function, you can automatically take in only still images from tapes recorded in the Digital8 system 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.
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    the procedure from step 2. When the access 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
  • Sony TRV230 | Operating Instructions - Page 107
    a still image - Memory Photo playback - DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only You can play back still images recorded on a "Memory Stick". You can also play back 6 images 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
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    appears on the screen No image is recorded on the "Memory Stick." Image data modified with your computer or shot with other equipment You may not be able to play them back with your camcorder. Screen indicators during still image playback 100-0021 21 / 40 MEMORY PLAY Image number/Total number of
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    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. "Memory Stick" operations 109
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    computer - DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only You can view data recorded on the "Memory Stick" using your computer. On file format Data recorded on the "Memory Stick" is stored in the JPEG format. Make sure that an application that supports JPEG file format is installed on your computer. Recommended computer
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    images using your computer Installing the USB driver Before connecting your camcorder to your computer, install the USB driver to the computer. The USB driver is contained together with application software for viewing images on a CD-ROM which is supplied with your camcorder. For Windows 98/98SE/Me
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    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 power adaptor to your
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    you open a still image file. •When you load an image modified using a retouch software from your computer to the camcorder or when you directly modify the image on the camcorder, the image format will differ so a file error indicator may appear and you may be unable to open the file. Communications
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    recorded on "Memory Stick" to tapes - DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only You can copy still 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
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    computer or shot with other equipment You may not be able to copy them 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
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    Enlarging still images recorded on "Memory Stick"s - Memory PB ZOOM - DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only You can enlarge still images recorded on a "Memory Stick." Before operetion 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
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    "s - Memory PB ZOOM Note You cannot record 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
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    in a continuous loop - SLIDE SHOW - DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only 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
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    Preventing accidental erasure - Image protection - DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only To prevent accidental erasure of important images, you can protect selected images. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the
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    Deleting images - DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only 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
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    Deleting images Deleting all the images You 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 the left (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU to make the menu display appear. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then
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    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. 122
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    Writing a print mark - PRINT MARK - DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only You can specify the recorded still image to print out. This function is useful for printing out still images later. Your camcorder conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard for specifying the still images to print out.
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    DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only You can use the printer (optional) on your camcorder to print images on the print paper. For details, refer to the operating instructions your camcorder. (p. 79) Before operation • Insert a recorded "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. • Connect the printer to your camcorder as
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    Troubleshooting - Troubleshooting - 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
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    to ON in the menu settings without a cassette inserted, your camcorder automatically starts the demonstration. c Insert a cassette and the demonstration stops. You can also cancel DEMO MODE. (p. 79) The picture is recorded in incorrect or unnatural colors. • NIGHTSHOT is set to ON. c Set it to OFF
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    source is disconnected. c Connect it firmly. (p. 11, 16) • The battery is dead. c Use a charged battery pack. (p. 11, 12) • Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour to acclimatize. (p. 139) Troubleshooting (Continued on the following
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    Troubleshooting When operating using the "Memory Stick" - DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only Symptom The "Memory Stick" ) • The "Memory Stick" formatted incorrectly is inserted. c Format the "Memory Stick" on your camcorder or use another "Memory Stick." (p. 84) • The write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick"
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    your camcorder is connected to outputs on the TV or VCR. • DISPLAY is set to V-OUT/LCD in the menu settings. c Set it to LCD. (p. 79) Troubleshooting The melody or beep sounds for 5 seconds. You cannot charge the battery pack. While charging the battery pack, the backlight of the display window
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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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    and battery condition. Fast 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. 139). Warning indicator as to "Memory Stick"* (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only
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    135) 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. 140) You tried to record a picture that has a copyright control signal.* (p. 133) The "Memory Stick" is full.* (p. 95) (DCR-TRV330/ TRV530 only) The
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    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-TRV230/TRV330/TRV530). Note Tapes recorded in the Digital8 system cannot be played back on Hi8 (analog) system machine. /standard 8 is a trademark. is
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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 sub sound Main 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 camcorder. 134
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    the display window goes out, indicating that the battery pack is fully charged. If you charge the battery outside of this temperature range, you may not be able to efficiently charge the battery pack. •After charging is completed, either disconnect the cable from the DC IN jack on your camcorder or
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    LINK cable (DV cable). When connecting this unit to i.LINK-compatible equipment having two or more i.LINK jacks (DV jacks), refer to the instruction manual of the equipment to be connected. About the Name "i.LINK" i.LINK is a more familiar term for IEEE 1394 data transport bus proposed by SONY, and
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    that application software supported by this unit is already installed on the personal computer. For details on precautions when connecting this unit, also refer to the instruction manuals for the equipment to be connected. Required i.LINK Cable Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to-4-pin cable (during DV
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    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
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    , 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, the cassette is inserted in
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    . When you playback/record in the Digital8 system The video head may be dirty another. or When you play back in the Hi8/Standard 8 (analog) system The video head may problem occurs, clean the video heads with the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (optional). Check the picture and if the above problem
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    •Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC power adaptor). •For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in this operating instructions. •If any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating
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    information and precautions Connection to your computer • When recording with i.LINK cable the image processed or edited by your computer, use a new Hi8 /Digital8 tape. • When inputting the image recorded by Hi8/standard 8 (analog) system into your computer, dub the image into a Digital8 or DV tape
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    in the battery compartment carefully before replacing the batteries. •If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water. •If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a doctor. If any problem occurs, unplug your camcorder and contact your nearest Sony dealer
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    approx.) DCR-TRV230: 880 g (1 lb 15 oz) DCR-TRV330: 900 g (1 lb 15 oz) DCR-TRV530: 930 g (2 lb 0 oz) excluding the battery pack, cassette and shoulder strap DCR-TRV230: 1 020 g (2 lb 3 oz) DCR-TRV330: 1 040 g (2 lb 4 oz) DCR-TRV530: 1 070 g (2 lb 5 oz) including the battery pack NP-FM30, 120min. Hi8
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    excluding projecting parts Mass (approx.) 280 g (9.8 oz) excluding power cord Battery pack Maximun output voltage DC 8.4 V Mean output voltage DC 7.2 V (approx.) 65 g (2.3 oz) Type Lithium ion "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) Memory Flash memory 4MB: MSA-4A Operating voltage 2.7 - 3.6
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    - Quick Reference - Identifying the parts and controls Camcorder 1 5 6 2 7 3 8 9 4 0 1 Lens cap (p. 19) 2 LCD screen (p. 19) 3 OPEN button (p. 19) 4 VOLUME buttons (p. 27) 5 Battery pack (p. 11) 6 BATT (battery) release lever (p. 11) 7 POWER switch (p. 19) 8 START/STOP button (p. 19) 9
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    (p. 23) qf Focus ring (p. 47) qg Lens qh Microphone qj Camera recording lamp (p. 19) qk Infrared rays emitter (p. 23, 32) ql NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 23) w; Display window (p. 153) wa FOCUS switch (p. 47) ws BACK LIGHT button (p. 23) wd FADER button (p. 37) wf Remote sensor What is SUPER LASER LINK
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    wh MEMORY PLAY button (p. 107) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) wj Speaker wk MEMORY - button (p. 99, 107) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) wl RESET button (p. 129) es ed ef e; MEMORY INDEX button (p. 108) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) ea MEMORY DELETE button (p. 120) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) es EXPOSURE button (p. 46
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    such as a video light, microphone or printer (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only). •The intelligent accessory shoe is linked to the POWER switch, allowing you to turn the power supplied by the shoe on and off. Refer to the operating instructions of the accessory for further information. •The intelligent
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    td rj Viewfinder (p. 22) rk LOCK knob (p. 19) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) rl Grip strap t; i (headphones) jack ta MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack Connect an external microphone (optional). This jack also accepts a "plug securely and the screw may damage your camcorder. th Cassette compartment (p. 18) 150
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    is used for controlling the tape transport of video equipment and other peripherals connected to the video equipment. This jack has the same function as the jack indicated as CONTROL L or REMOTE. ya (USB) jack (p. 111) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) Quick Reference Fasten the grip strap firmly. 151
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    the remote sensor to control the camcorder after turning on the camcorder. 7 ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 52, 56) 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
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    21)/Exposure indicator (p. 46) 5 Fader indicator (p. 37)/Digital effect indicator (p. 41, 54) 6 Wide mode indicator (p. 36)/ FRAME indicator (p. 93) (DCR-TRV330/ TRV530 only) 7 Picture effect indicator (p. 40, 53) 8 Volume indicator (p. 27)/Data code indicator (p. 28) 9 PROGRAM AE indicator (p. 44
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    85 A/V connecting cable 31, 60, 104 BACK LIGHT 23 Battery pack 11 BEEP 87 BOUNCE 37 C, D Camera chroma key 98 Charging battery 12 Charging manganese-lithium battery 141 Clock set 17 Data code 28 Date search 57 DEMO 86 DIGITAL EFFECT 41, 54 Digital 8 system 133 Digital program editing
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SERIES
TM
©2001 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.
3-065-262-
12
(2)
DCR-TRV230/TRV330/TRV530
Digital
Video Camera
Recorder
DCR-TRV530