Sony TRV318 Operating Instructions
Sony TRV318 - Hi8 Camcorder With 2.5" LCD Manual
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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. Model No. -TRV Model No. AC - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222SONY (7669) The number below - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to /TV technician for help. The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
Features •Viewing pictures recorded on a tape or live from your camcorder on your computer - USB Streaming (p. 183) •Capturing images on your computer from your camcorder using the USB cable (p. 197) •Viewing images recorded on a "Memory Stick" using the USB cable (p. 185) •Converting an analog - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
to your recordings •SPORTS (p. 68) •LANDSCAPE (p. 68) •Manual focus (p. 71) Functions for use on recorded tapes •END SEARCH (p. 43) •EDITSEARCH/Rec Review (p. 43) •DATA CODE (p. 47) •Tape PB ZOOM (p. 87) •ZERO SET MEMORY (p. 89) •Easy Dubbing (p. 98) •Digital program editing (p. 106 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
Main Features 4 Checking supplied accessories 9 Quick Start Guide - Recording on a tape 10 - Recording on a "Memory Stick" 12 Getting Started Using this manual 14 Step 1 Preparing the power supply ... 18 Installing the battery pack 18 Charging the battery pack 19 Connecting to a wall - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
or live from your camcorder on your computer - USB Streaming ......... 197 Viewing images recorded on a "Memory Stick" on your computer 202 Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable 205 Viewing images recorded on a "Memory Stick" on your computer 207 Capturing images from - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 8
Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 210 Troubleshooting Types of trouble and how to correct trouble 224 Self-diagnosis display 232 Warning indicators and messages .... 233 Additional Information About video cassette 237 About the "Memory Stick 240 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
Battery Pack (1) (p. 18, 19) 4 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 264) 5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 51, 94, 95) Stereo: Monaural: 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 256) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 30) 8 USB cable (1) (p. 182) 9 CD-ROM (SPVD-010 USB Driver) (1) (p. 189) 0 "Memory Stick - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
Quick Start Guide - Recording on a tape This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on a tape of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses "( )" for more information. Connecting the power cord (p. 24) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 18). Open the DC IN - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
Guide Recording a picture (p. 30) 1 Remove the lens cap. The cap is not attached when you purchase your camcorder. 3 Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. The picture appears on the LCD screen your camcorder by the viewfinder, the LCD panel, or the battery pack. * Modes on the POWER switch - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 12
Start Guide - Recording on a "Memory Stick" Quick Start Guide This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on a "Memory Stick" of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses "( )" for more information. Connecting the power cord (p. 24) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
Quick Start Guide ERMAORY ERMAORY Recording a still image on a "Memory Stick" (p. 132) 1 Remove the lens cap. The cap is not attached when you purchase your camcorder. 3 Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. The picture appears on the screen. Viewfinder View a picture placing your eye against - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
Playback system AUDIO/VIDEO jack S VIDEO jack DV jack USB jack "Memory Stick" slot LANC jack SteadyShot Remote sensor RFU jack MIC jack Hi8 Hi8/8 OUT OUT - - - - - - z - Hi8 Hi8/8 OUT OUT - - - - z - z - Hi8 Hi8/8 OUT OUT - - - - z z z - Digital8 Digital8 Digital8 Digital8 Digital8 Digital8 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
Using this manual Before using your camcorder With your camcorder, you can use the tapes and record/playback on the systems below. To enable smooth transition, we recommend that you do not mix pictures recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm with the Digital8 system on a tape. Usable cassette tapes Hi8 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
USB cable or i.LINK cable, observe the shape of the jack. If you forcibly insert the plug, the jack may be damaged and they may result in a malfunction of your camcorder. On the model name indication In this manual, camcorder-shape icons are used to indicate model names. CCD-TRV118 : CCD-TRV318 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 17
Getting Started Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder • The LCD screen and the finder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
. (2) Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing the BATT (battery) release lever down. BATT (battery) release lever If you install the large-capacity battery pack If you install the NP-FM70/QM71/QM71D/FM90/FM91/QM91/QM91D battery pack on your camcorder, extend the - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
pack after charging it for your camcorder. Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). See page 242 for details of "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the plug - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
TIME AVAILABLE LCD SCREEN: 80 min VIEWFINDER: 105 min Full charge After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack on your camcorder. Until the remaining battery charge is calculated BATTERY INFO BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL 0% 50% 100% The battery charge level indicator - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
electronic equipment. This unit is compatible with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery. "InfoLITHIUM" M series battery packs have the mark (p. 242). TM SERIES Charging time Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-QM71 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
310 Recording with the LCD screen Continuous Typical* 80 40 130 70 270 145 315 165 410 215 475 250 Battery pack Recording with the Recording with the LCD screen Continuous Typical* 85 40 140 70 295 145 340 165 450 220 520 255 Battery pack Recording with the - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
screen 80 135 285 335 435 505 Playing with the LCD closed 120 195 400 465 600 695 Battery screen 90 150 310 365 475 550 Playing with the LCD closed 130 210 430 505 655 755 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-QM71/QM71D NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D Playing on the LCD screen - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 24
a cold environment. Playback time The table shows the playing time for tapes recorded in the Digital8 The playing time of tapes recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm by about 20%. system. system is reduced You can charge the battery in other countries For details, see page 246. Recommended charging - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 25
While using the AC Adaptor, if any trouble occurs with this unit, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet as soon as possible to cut off the power. Using a car battery Use Sony Car Battery Adaptor (optional). Refer to the operating instructions of the Car Battery Adaptor for further information. 25 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 26
camcorder for about three months, the date and time settings may be cleared from memory (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery the menu settings disappear. 1,6 MENU 2 SETUP MENU CLOCK SET USB STREAM LTR SIZE LANGUAGE DEMO MODE RETURN - -:- -:- - [MENU] : END 3 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 27
and/or time indicator disappears. Auto date function When you use your camcorder for the first time, turn it on and set the date and the date and time is recorded on the tape . or the "Memory Stick" Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle. •12: - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 28
Step 3 Inserting a cassette See page 15 for details about the usable cassettes types. (1) Prepare the power source (p. 18). (2) Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens. (3) Push the center of the cassette back - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 29
, the recording time is 3/4 of the indicated time on Hi8 tape. •If you use standard 8 mm tape, be sure to play back the tape on your camcorder. Mosaic noise may appear when you play back standard 8 mm tape on other camcorders (including another DCR-TRV150/TRV250/TRV350/TRV351). To prevent accidental - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 30
camcorder automatically focuses. (1) Remove the lens cap and attach the lens cap to the grip strap. (2) Install the power source and insert a cassette. See "Step 1" to "Step 3" for more information automatically onto the tape. To display the data code (date/time), press DATA CODE on the Remote - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 31
camcorder in the standby mode for a certain period *2) while the cassette is inserted Your camcorder automatically turns off. This is to save battery power and to prevent battery and tape SP and LP modes on one tape or you record some scenes in the LP mode •The time code may not be written properly - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 32
Close the LCD panel. (3) Eject the cassette. (4) Attach the lens cap. (5) Remove the battery pack. After using your camcorder Remove the battery pack from your camcorder to avoid turning on the built-in light accidentally. Adjusting the LCD screen The LCD panel can be opened up to 90 degrees. The - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 33
Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, VCR/PLAYER or MEMORY.* (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH screen backlight •You can adjust the brightness of the backlight. Select LCD B.L. in the menu settings when using the battery pack (p. 216). •Even if you adjust the LCD screen - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 34
Using the zoom feature Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY.* Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom shoot a subject that is at least about 80 cm (about 2 feet 5/8 inch) away from the lens surface in the telephoto position, or about 1 cm (about 1/2 inch) away in the wide-angle - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 35
viewfinder lens adjustment lever. The viewfinder lens adjustment lever Shooting with the Mirror Mode 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, and rotate the LCD screen 180 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 36
JUL 4 2003 12:05:56 PM [h] [a] : Remaining battery time indicator [b] :Format indicator [c] : Mirror mode indicator / Recording mode indicator [d] :STBY/REC indicator [e] : Tape photo recording indicator / Time code indicator [f] : Remaining tape indicator This appears after you set the - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 37
one minute for the correct remaining battery time in minutes to be displayed. Time code (for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system only) •When you play back tapes recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm system, the tape counter appears on the screen. •The time code indicates the recording or playback - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 38
the subject or a subject with a light background, use the backlight function. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, and press BACK LIGHT.* The . indicator appears on the screen. To cancel the backlight function, press BACK LIGHT again. BACK LIGHT If you press EXPOSURE when shooting backlit - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 39
POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, and slide NIGHTSHOT to ON.* The indicator and "NIGHTSHOT" flash on the screen. To cancel the NightShot screen. (2) Press SUPER NS. The indicator and "SUPER NIGHTSHOT" flash on the screen. To cancel the Super NightShot function, press SUPER NS again. Your camcorder - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 40
The indicator and COLOR SLOW SHUTTER flash on the screen. To cancel the Color Slow Shutter function, press outdoors in the daytime). This may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •When you keep NIGHTSHOT set when using the NightShot function, focus manually. While using the NightShot function, - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 41
Press MENU to make the menu settings disappear. The (self-timer) indicator appears on the screen. (5) Press START/STOP. Self-timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep. In the the POWER switch is set to MEMORY You can also record still images on a "Memory Stick" with the self-timer (p. 135). 41 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 42
/or TIME again. The date and/or time indicator disappears. CCD-TRV418 DATE TIME When you purchase your camcorder, the clock is not set up yet. Set the date recorded manually cannot be deleted. If you do not record the date and time in the picture Record the date and time in the black screen as - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 43
The last five seconds of the recorded section are played back and your camcorder returns to the standby mode. You can monitor the sound from the speaker from the point you released EDITSEARCH. You cannot monitor the sound. Rec Review You can check the last recorded section. In the standby mode, press - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 44
Checking recordings - END SEARCH - EDITSEARCH - Rec Review Notes •The end search, edit search and Rec Review functions do not work with tapes recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm system. •If you start recording after using the end search function, occasionally, the transition between the last scene - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 45
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 insert the recorded tape. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 46
If you leave the power on for a long time Your camcorder gets warm. This is not a malfunction. Tapes that can be played back •Tapes recorded in the Digital8 system •Tapes recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm system When monitoring on the LCD screen You can turn the LCD panel over and move it back to - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 47
camcorder. The indicators appear on the screen. To make the indicators disappear, press DISPLAY again. DATA CODE DISPLAY Playback - Basics DISPLAY About data code t no indicator Date/time 50min 0:00:23:01 JUL 4 2003 12:05:56 PM [a]: Time code/Tape counter [b]: SteadyShot off [c]: Exposure mode - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 48
Notes on the data code •The data code does not work with tapes recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm system. •Various settings of the data code are not recorded when recording images on a "Memory Stick." Data code (Various settings) The data code is your camcorder's information at the time of - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 49
. To resume normal playback, release the button. To monitor high-speed pictures while advancing or rewinding the tape (skip scan) Keep pressing m while rewinding or M while advancing the tape. To resume rewinding or advancing, release the button. To view pictures at slow speed (slow playback) Press - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 50
the various playback modes •The previous recording may appear as a mosaic image when playing back in the Digital8 system. •Noise may appear when your camcorder plays back tapes recorded in the Hi8 / standard 8 mm system. •Sound is muted. When the playback pause mode lasts for a certain period * Your - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 51
pictures on the TV screen, we recommend that you power your camcorder from a wall outlet using the AC Adaptor (p. 24). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV. Open the jack cover. Connect your camcorder to the TV using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Then, set the TV - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 52
TV without Video/Audio input jacks Use an NTSC system RFU adaptor (optional). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV and the RFU adaptor. If A/V connecting cable. Connect the S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks on both your camcorder and the TV. To display the screen indicators on - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 53
- Recording still images on a "Memory Stick" while recording on a tape You can record still images on a "Memory Stick" in the tape recording or standby mode. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder (p. 127). In the standby mode or during tape recording, press PHOTO deeper - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 54
Recording still images on a "Memory Stick" while recording on a tape "Memory Stick" For more information, see page 240. Notes •Do not shake or strike your camcorder when you record still images. The image may fluctuate. •You cannot record still images on a "Memory Stick" in the following functions ( - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 55
Remote Commander for this operation. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder (p. 127). (1) In the standby mode, press MENU to make the menu settings disappear. The (self-timer) indicator appears on the screen. (5) Press PHOTO deeper. Self-timer starts counting down from 10 with a - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 56
the SP mode and about 765 images in the LP mode on a tape which can record for 60 minutes in the SP mode. In the standby mode or during tape recording, press PHOTO deeper. The still image on the screen is recorded for about seven seconds. The sound during those seven seconds is - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 57
may fluctuate when you play back the still image on other equipment. This is not a malfunction. To use the tape photo recording function using the Remote Commander Press PHOTO on the Remote Commander. Your camcorder records an image on the screen immediately. Advanced Recording Operations 57 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 58
16:9WIDE). [b] 16:9WIDE 16:9WIDE [a] [c] [d] [a]: Recording in the 16:9WIDE mode [b]: Playback on a normal TV [c]: Playback on a wide TV in the normal screen mode [d]: Full screen mode on a wide TV In the standby mode, set 16:9WIDE to ON in in the menu settings (p. 212). MENU CAMERA SET SELFT - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 59
watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV. Refer to the operating instructions of your TV. [b] CINEMA CINEMA screen mode [d]: Zoom mode on a wide TV [e]: Recording in the 16:9FULL mode [f]: Full mode on a wide TV In the standby mode, set 16:9WIDE to CINEMA or 16:9FULL in settings (p. 212). in the menu CCD - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 60
ratio (screen horizontal/vertical ratio) information (16:9, 4:3, or letter box) with video signals. 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. In - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 61
Advanced Recording Operations Using the fader function You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. FADER M.FADER (mosaic) STRIPE BOUNCE *1) *2) OVERLAP *2) WIPE *2) DOT *2) (random dot) MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to color - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 62
pressing START/STOP, press FADER repeatedly until the indicator disappears. Notes •The OVERLAP, WIPE and DOT functions do not work with tapes recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm system. •You cannot use the following functions while using the fader function. Also, you cannot use the fader function - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 63
, depending on the tape condition. The date, time indicator and title do not fade in or fade out Erase them before operating the fader function if they are not needed. While using the bounce mode, you cannot use the following functions: - Recording on a "Memory Stick" - Exposure - Focus - Zoom - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 64
Using special effects - Picture effect You can digitally process pictures to obtain special effects like those in films or on TV. NEG. ART [a] : The color and brightness of the picture are reversed. SEPIA : The picture appears in sepia. B&W : The picture appears in monochrome (black-and-white - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 65
mode is good for recording dark pictures more brightly. OLD MOVIE You can add an old movie type atmosphere to pictures. Your camcorder automatically changes the screen format to wide and the color to sepia and set the appropriate shutter speed. Still image Moving picture STILL Still image LUMI - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 66
PUSH EXEC dial. The bars appear on the screen. In the STILL and LUMI. modes, the still image is stored in memory. (5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial there are on the screen, the stronger the effect. The bars appear in the following modes: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL. MENU 2 MANUAL SET D EFFECT OFF - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 67
the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) 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 3 SLOW SHTR 4 Shutter speed 1/30 1/15 1/8 1/4 67 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 68
sunsets, general night views, fireworks displays and neon signs. (LANDSCAPE) This mode is for when you record distant subjects such as mountains and prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows when you record a subject behind glass or - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 69
camcorder is set to focus only on distant subjects. •The following functions do not work in the PROGRAM AE function: - Color Slow Shutter - SLOW SHUTTER - OLD MOVIE - BOUNCE •PROGRAM AE function does not work in the following cases (The indicator flashes): - When using MEMORY MIX on a "Memory Stick - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 70
on the screen. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the brightness. 1 EXPOSURE 2 To return to the automatic exposure mode Press EXPOSURE. Note When you adjust the exposure manually, the following functions do not work: - Color Slow Shutter - BACK LIGHT Your camcorder automatically returns - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 71
You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases: •The autofocus mode is a tripod. Normally, focus is automatically adjusted. (1) In CAMERA or MEMORY mode, press FOCUS.* The 9 indicator appears on the screen. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to sharpen focus. FOCUS - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 72
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 [a] 1 S 1 S [b] 9 MIN 59 S 9 MIN 59 S [c] - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 73
You can perform normal recording only once during interval. Press START/STOP. The INTERVAL TAPE indicator flashes, and normal recording starts. To stop normal recording, press START/STOP again and the screen in step (6) appears. On recording time There may be a discrepancy in the recording time - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 74
of the following: - Set FRAME REC to OFF in the menu settings. - Set the POWER switch to the position other than CAMERA. Note The remaining tape time is not indicated correctly if you use this function continuously. When using the frame recording function The last recorded cut is longer than other - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 75
, 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 SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired title, then press - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 76
the title You cannot record the title displayed on the screen. When you superimpose a title while you are recording The tape. You can record a title when you dub a tape by connecting your camcorder to a VCR with the A/V connecting cable. If you use the i.LINK cable instead of the A/V connecting cable - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 77
own titles You can make up to two titles and store them in your camcorder. Each title can have up to 20 characters. (1) In CAMERA or 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 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 78
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 for selecting alphabet and Russian characters appears. Select [ to the previous screen. ] to return *1) three minutes: five minutes: *2) Modes on - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 79
the subject and camcorder is about 1.5 m (5 feet). In CAMERA or MEMORY mode, press LIGHT repeatedly until the appears on the screen.* The indicator persons. Do not directly aim the light at persons or materials from less than 1.22 m (4 feet) away during use and until the light becomes cool. Turn the - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 80
for more than five minutes with the POWER switch set to MEMORY. - When it stays on in the AUTO mode ( ) When you do not use your camcorder, turn the built-in light off and remove the battery pack to avoid turning on the use the conversion lens (optional), light from the built-in light is - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 81
the built-in light unit. 1 2 3 4 NOTE Be sure to align the tab with the groove when inserting. CAUTION •When replacing the bulb, use only the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp (optional) to reduce the risk of fire. •To prevent possible burn hazard, disconnect the power source before replacing and do not - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 82
stops automatically near the counter zero point. Your camcorder returns to the standby mode. The zero set memory function is canceled. ZERO SET MEMORY EDITSEARCH Notes •The zero set memory function does not work with tapes recorded in the Hi8 / standard 8 mm system. •The picture and the sound - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 83
Advanced Playback Operations - Advanced Playback Operations - Playing back a tape with picture effects During playback, you can process a scene using the effect Set P EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings. 2 MANUAL SET P EFFECT D EFFECT RETURN 1 OFF NEG. ART SEPIA B&W SOLARIZE [MENU] : END 83 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 84
using Picture effect. However, you can record images as follows: - on a "Memory Stick" as a still image - on a VCR using your camcorder as a player •Picture effect does not work with tapes recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm system. •You cannot process externally input scenes using Picture effect - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 85
tape with dial. The bars appear on the screen. In the STILL or LUMI. mode, the picture shown PUSH EXEC dial is captured and stored in memory as a still image at the time. (4) see page 65. MENU 2 MANUAL SET D EFFECT OFF ST ILL 1 FLASH LUMI. TRAIL [MENU] : END 4 MANUAL SET D EFFECT 1 LUMI. - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 86
using Digital effect. However, you can record images as follows: - on a "Memory Stick" as a still image - on a VCR using your camcorder as a player •Digital effect does not work with tapes recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm system. •You cannot process externally input scenes using Digital effect - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 87
. Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on a "Memory Stick" (p. 172). (1) In the playback or playback pause mode, press PB ZOOM. The center of the image is enlarged to about twice its size, and appear on the screen. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 88
•You cannot record images on a tape or on a "Memory Stick" on your camcorder while you are processing the image using Tape PB ZOOM. However, you can record images on a VCR using your camcorder as a player. •Tape PB ZOOM does not work with tapes recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm system. •You cannot - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 89
MEMORY N Notes •The zero set memory does not work with tapes recorded in the Hi8 / standard 8 mm system. •When you press ZERO SET MEMORY before rewinding the tape, the zero set memory is canceled. •There may be a discrepancy of several seconds between the time code and the tape counter. If a tape - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 90
recording dates change or to edit the tape at each recording date. JUL 4 2003 JUL 5 2003 DEC 31 2003 [a] [b] [c] (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the DATE SEARCH indicator appears on the screen - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 91
Operations Searching for a recording by date - DATE SEARCH Notes •The date search function does not work with tapes recorded in the Hi8 / standard 8 mm 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 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 92
the Remote Commander repeatedly until the PHOTO SEARCH indicator appears on the screen. The indicator changes as follows: DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH t Each time you press . or > your camcorder searches for the previous or next photo. Your camcorder automatically starts playback of the photo. 2 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 93
MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the PHOTO SCAN indicator appears on the screen. The indicator changes as follows: DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH t PHOTO SCAN 3 DCR-TRV250 To stop scanning Press x. If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The photo search and photo scan - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 94
of your VCR. (3) Set the POWER switch to VCR/PLAYER.* (4) Play back the recorded tape on your camcorder. (5) Start recording on the VCR. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. A/V connecting cable (supplied) AUDIO/ A/ V OUT VIDEO Red S VIDEO S VIDEO OUT : Signal flow Yellow White IN - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 95
A/ V OUT S VIDEO OUT : Signal flow CCD-TRV418 A/V connecting cable (supplied) Yellow IN S VIDEO Black VIDEO AUDIO VCR When you have finished dubbing a tape Press x on both your camcorder and the VCR. To prevent deterioration of pictures when dubbing Set EDIT to ON in the menu settings - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 96
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. VCR DV is marked on this side. : Signal flow i.LINK cable (optional) DV - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 97
VCR. Note on tapes that are recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm system The picture may fluctuate. This is not a malfunction. Digital signals are output as image signals from the DV jack during playback. You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable See page 244 for more information about i.LINK - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 98
camcorder as instructed edit on VCRs that support the following systems: 8 mm , Hi8 , Digital8 , cable (optional). 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 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 99
camcorder Signals to control the VCR are sent from your camcorder's infrared rays emitter to the VCR's remote sensor. When you connect using the A/V connecting cable RETURN 0:00:00 3 [ EASY DUB ] : END NORMAL 5 3 EASY DUB CCD-TRV418 EASY DUBBING START T I T LE SEL MODE SEL SETUP 0:00:00 [ - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 100
tape if the button to cancel recording pause is N. (2) Setting the IR SETUP code 1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IR SETUP, then press the /PUSH EXEC dial to select the IR SETUP code of your VCR, then press the dial. Check the code in "About the IR SETUP code" (p. 101). 1 EASY DUBBING SETUP I - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 101
Brand 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. The default setting is Code number 3. IR SETUP code Brand IR SETUP code Editing * TV/VCR component Note on IR SETUP code Easy Dubbing is not - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 102
sensor A/V connecting cable (supplied) CCD-TRV418 (4) Confirming the VCR operation 1 Insert a recordable tape into the VCR, code in "About the IR SETUP code," set IR SETUP or PAUSE MODE again. • Place your camcorder at least 30 cm (12 in.) away from the VCR. • Refer to the operating instructions - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 103
background color. CUSTOM1 and CUSTOM2 are custom titles stored in your camcorder as instructed in "Making your own titles" (p. 77). HELLO! (1) laid out as desired. (4) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial again to complete the setting. CCD-TRV418 1 2 3 EASY DUBBING START T I T LE SEL OFF MODE SEL SET UP - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 104
easily - Easy Dubbing Note You can put a title only into the tape of the VCR. Title setting • The title color changes as follows: and 25 seconds' standby. [a]: Recording time (VCR) [b]: Waiting time (VCR) [c]: Playback time (camcorder) [a] 5 s [b] 25 s [c] 30 s 5 s 25 s 30 s 1 EASY DUBBING - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 105
your camcorder and VCR stop automatically. Then the display returns to the Easy Dubbing initial screen. To stop dubbing during editing Press x on your camcorder. To on the VCR when: - The tape has run out. - The write-protect tab is set to lock. - The IR SETUP code is not correct. - The button - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 106
up to 20 programs. Your camcorder can dub on a "Memory Stick." See page 156 for more information. Unwanted scene Unwanted scene Switch the order Before operation Step 1 Connecting the VCR (p. 107) Step 2 Setting the VCR for operation - with the A/V connecting cable (p. 107 to 110) - with the - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 107
the remote sensor on the VCR. When you connect using the A/V connecting cable, follow the procedure below, steps (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 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 108
Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing (on tapes) MENU 5 OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER 1 DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT RETURN RETURN TAPE MEMORY [MENU] : END OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT READY RETURN [MENU] : END 10 VIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST "CUT-IN" "CUT - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 109
tapes) (2) Setting the modes to cancel the recording pause on the VCR 1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PAUSEMODE, then press the dial. 2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the mode to cancel recording pause on the VCR, then press the dial. Refer to the operating instructions of - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 110
IR TEST COMPLETE RETURN [MENU] : END When the VCR does not operate correctly • After checking the code in "About the IR SETUP code," set IR SETUP or PAUSEMODE again. • Place your camcorder at least 30 cm (12 in.) away from the VCR. • Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. 110 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 111
Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing (on tapes) Step 2: Setting the VCR for operation with the i.LINK cable When you connect using the i.LINK 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 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 112
editing (on tapes) MENU 5 OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER 1 DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT RETURN RETURN TAPE MEMORY [MENU] : END OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER signals cannot be sent with LANC. When you connect using an i.LINK cable •You cannot dub the titles and display indicators. •You may not be - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 113
five times each to calculate the numerical values for adjusting the synchronization. The EXECUTING indicator flashes on the screen. When finished, the indicator changes to COMPLETE. (4) Rewind the tape in the VCR, then start slow playback. Take a note of the first numerical value of each IN and - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 114
, the first few seconds of the tape may not record properly. Be sure to allow about 10 seconds' lead before starting recording. • When you connect with the i.LINK cable, you may not be able to operate the dubbing function correctly depending on the VCR. Keep the i.LINK connection, and set CONTROL - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 115
to display the menu settings. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TAPE in VIDEO EDIT, then press the dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT, then press the dial. (5) Search for the beginning - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 116
PLAY FF STOP PAUSE MENU 4 OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER 1 DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT RETURN RETURN TAPE MEMORY [MENU] : END OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT READY RETURN [MENU] : END 9 VIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SET 0:10:01:23 4 IN TOTAL 0:00:47:12 SCENE 3 [MENU - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 117
RETURN in step (2). To cancel the program you have set Press MENU. The program is stored in memory until the tape is ejected. Notes •Digital program editing does not work with tapes recorded in the Hi8 / standard 8 mm system. •You cannot dub the title or display indicators. However, you can dub the - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 118
the VIDEO EDIT initial screen. To stop dubbing during editing Press x on your camcorder. To end the Digital program editing Press MENU. You cannot record on the VCR when: - The cassette has run out of tape. - The write-protect tab on the cassette is set to lock. - The IR SETUP code is not correct - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 119
A/V connecting cable You can record a tape from another VCR or TV program from TV that has video/audio outputs. Use your camcorder as a TV. The picture from the TV or VCR appears on the screen of your camcorder. (5) Press X on your camcorder at the scene where you want to start recording from. 3 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 120
that you do not mix pictures recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm with the Digital8 system on a tape. •If you do fast-forward or slow-playback play back the original tape at normal speed. If your VCR or TV is a monaural type Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video output - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 121
on the VCR to start playback. The picture to be recorded appears on the screen of your camcorder. (5) Press X on your camcorder at the scene where you want to start recording from. 3 PAUSE REC VCR Editing DV DV DV OUT i.LINK cable (optional) is marked on this side. : Signal flow When you have - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 122
with the DV jack The recorded picture becomes rough. When you play back the picture using your camcorder, the picture may jitter. Before recording Make sure that the DV IN indicator appears on the screen of your camcorder by pressing DISPLAY. The DV IN indicator may appear on both equipment. 122 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 123
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 119 and 121. - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 124
to the playback pause mode. (4) Press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander. The ZERO SET MEMORY indicator flashes and the end point of the insert is stored in memory. The tape counter shows "0:00:00." (5) On your camcorder, locate the insert start point [b] by pressing m. Press z REC and - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 125
Editing Inserting a scene from a VCR - Insert Editing Notes •The zero set memory function does not work with tapes recorded in the Hi8 / standard 8 mm system. •Pictures and sound recorded on the section between the insert start and end points will be erased when you insert the new - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 126
). However, formatting erases all information on the "Memory Stick." •You may not be able to play back the images recorded using your camcorder, on other playback equipment. •You may not be able to play back following images with your camcorder: - image data modified on a computer - image data shot - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 127
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 " MEMORY STICK ERROR" is displayed Reinsert "Memory Stick" a few - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 128
Using a "Memory Stick" - Introduction Selecting the still image quality mode You can select the 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 switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU to - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 129
to record high quality images. The number of still images that can be recorded on a "Memory Stick" becomes less than the number when recorded in STANDARD. Fine images are compressed to about 1/4. currently selected image quality appears on the screen. "Memory Stick" Operations - Recording 129 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 130
Using a "Memory Stick" - Introduction Selecting the moving picture size You can select either of two image sizes 320 × 240 or 160 × 112. (The default setting is 320 × 240.) (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR or MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 131
240 160 × 112 8MB (supplied)*1) (optional)*2) 1 min. 20 sec. 5 min. 20 sec. Type of the "Memory Stick" 16MB (optional) 32MB (optional) 64MB (optional) 2 min. 40 sec. 10 min. 40 sec. 5 min. record on a "Memory Stick" formatted on your camcorder. When available recording time is not left on the - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 132
. Select the FIELD or FRAME in the menu settings (p. 217). (The default setting is FIELD.) 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) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly until the - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 133
" Operations - Recording Recording still images on a "Memory Stick" - Memory Photo recording Notes •When recording fast-moving subjects in the FRAME mode, the recorded image appears blurry. •When recording in the FRAME mode, your camcorder may not correct camera- shake. We recommend that you shoot - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 134
Memory Stick" - Memory Photo recording Screen indicators during still image recording Image quality FINE 1300 Approximate number of still images that can be recorded on the "Memory Stick while your camcorder is capturing an image or recording a still image on a "Memory Stick." The current - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 135
Memory Stick" - Memory Photo recording Self-timer memory photo recording You can record still images on "Memory Stick"s with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY appears on the screen. (6) Press PHOTO while your camcorder is in - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 136
again. (4) Press PHOTO deeper. Recording is complete when the bar scroll indicator disappears. The image displayed on the screen when you pressed PHOTO deeper will be recorded on the "Memory Stick." Playback of the tape is resumed. 2 PLAY 3 FINE 50 CAPTURE PHOTO 101 4 FINE 101 PHOTO 136 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 137
shake or knock the unit. Also do not turn the power off, eject the "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, image data may become damaged. If the indicator appears on the screen The inserted "Memory Stick" is incompatible with your camcorder because its format does not conform with your - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 138
the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Play back the recorded tape, or turn the TV on to see the desired program. The picture from TV or VCR appears on the screen of your camcorder. (3) Follow steps (3) and (4) on page 136. Using the A/V connecting cable TV OUT S VIDEO VIDEO VCR : Signal flow Yellow S VIDEO - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 139
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 mm 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 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 140
MIX You can superimpose a still image you have recorded on the "Memory Stick" on the moving picture you are recording. You can record the superimposed images on a tape or a "Memory Stick" as still images. M. CHROM (memory chroma key) You can swap only the blue area of a still image, such as an - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 141
a tape Before operation •Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder. •Insert a "Memory Stick" containing still images into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) In the standby mode, press MEMORY MIX. The first recorded image appears in the bottom-right corner of the screen as - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 142
recorded on a "Memory Stick." •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 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 143
operation Insert a "Memory Stick" containing still images 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 MEMORY MIX. The first recorded image appears in the bottom-right corner of the screen as a thumbnail - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 144
Superimposing a still image in the "Memory Stick" on an image - MEMORY MIX 2 MEMORY MIX M. CHROM 101 101 101-0021 Still image 3 PHOTO 4 M. LUMI 5 101 101 101-0021 M. LUMI I I I 101 101 101-0021 6 M. LUMI I 101 101 101-0021 To - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 145
recorded on a "Memory Stick." •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. During recording - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 146
is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The camera recording lamp lights up. The picture and sound are recorded up to the capacity of a "Memory Stick." For more information about recording time, see page 131. 2 50min 320REC BBB 0:00:03 1min - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 147
onto the "Memory Stick." To display the data code (date/time), press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander during playback. The data code (various settings) cannot be recorded. During recording on "Memory Stick" Do not eject the cassette tape from your camcorder. While ejecting the tape, the sound - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 148
mode •The current recording folder indicator is displayed for about five seconds in the following cases: - When a "Memory Stick" is inserted - When the POWER switch is set to another position •The current recording folder indicator is displayed while your camcorder is recording a moving picture on - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 149
on a "Memory Stick" with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure to make the menu settings disappear. The (self-timer) indicator appears on the screen. (6) Press START/STOP. Self-timer starts counting down from 10 with a - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 150
. And press X at the scene where you want to start recording from. (3) Press START/STOP on your camcorder. Images and sound are recorded up to the remaining capacity of the "Memory Stick." For more information about recording time, see page 131. 2 PLAY PAUSE 3 50min N 0:15:42:43 320 REC 0:00:03 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 151
which have already been recorded on tapes. Data code The data code (date/time) when it is recorded on the "Memory Stick" from a tape is recorded. The data code (various settings) is not recorded. The data codes recorded on a tape are not recorded. If " AUDIO ERROR" is displayed Sound that cannot be - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 152
displayed on the screen or viewfinder. (3) Press START/STOP at the point where you want to start recording from. Images and sound are recorded up to the remaining capacity of the "Memory Stick." For more information about recording time, see page 131. Using the A/V connecting cable TV OUT S VIDEO - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 153
on the tape recorded in Hi8 / standard 8 mm system. - When attempting to input images that are distorted due to poor radio wave reception when a TV tuner unit is in use. - When the input signal is cut off. During recording on "Memory Stick" Do not eject the cassette tape from your camcorder. During - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 154
Each recording makes each still image file. [a] [a] [a] [b] [b] [a]: Recording [b]: Interval time (INTERVAL) 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 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 155
"Memory Stick" Operations - Recording Interval Photo recording 8 PHOTO 6 MEM SET 2 SLIDE SHOW I NT. R -STL ON to OFF in the menu settings. - Set the POWER switch to a position other than MEMORY. To perform normal photo recording during the interval time You can perform normal photo recording only - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 156
are recorded up to the full capacity of a "Memory Stick" (MPEG MOVIE EX). Before operation •Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder. •Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. Making the program (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (2) Press MENU to display the menu settings - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 157
as a moving picture - Digital program editing (on a "Memory Stick") 6,8 REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE MENU 7 VIDEO EDIT MARK 320 2min [MENU] : END 10 VIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL START IMAGESIZE 0:10:01:23 4 IN TOTAL 0:00:13 SCENE 3 320 2min [MENU] : END Erasing the program you have - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 158
during Digital program editing on a "Memory Stick." •The moving picture files recorded on your camcorder cannot be played back on other camcorders without the folder creation function. You cannot set IN or OUT to the following portions of the tape: - A portion recorded in Hi8 /standard 8 mm system - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 159
and the REC indicator appears during dubbing on the "Memory Stick." The program mark changes to light blue after dubbing is complete. When the dubbing ends, your camcorder automatically stops. Then the display returns to the VIDEO EDIT initial screen. To stop dubbing during editing Press x using the - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 160
folder unless other folders have been created. You can create folders up to 999MSDCF. Before operation Insert a "Memory stick" into your camcorder. Creating a new folder (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 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 161
No "Memory Stick" is inserted. - The write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK. - Folders have already been created in the "Memory Stick" up the image is recorded in there. •Folders cannot be deleted with your camcorder. The folder in which images are recorded Images will be recorded in - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 162
in the folder To cancel selecting a recording folder Press RETURN in step (3). Note You cannot select a recording folder in the following cases: - No "Memory Stick" is inserted. - The write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK. - Folder 100 MSDCF (The folder is only for playback). 162 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 163
image + : To see the next image 2 3 PLAY "Memory Stick" Operations - Playback To stop memory photo playback Press MEMORY PLAY. Note You may not be able to play back images with your camcorder: - When playing back image data modified on your computer. - When playing back image data shot with - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 164
MEMORY mode. Screen indicators during still image playback 164 101-0001 1 / 40 101 MEMORY PLAY JUL 4 2003 12:05:56 PM Data file name Image number/ Total number of recorded images in the current PB folder Current PB (playback) folder Print mark Protect Data code When a "Memory Stick" contains - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 165
image. 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 MEMORY INDEX to display the index screen. 2 INDEX "Memory Stick" Operations - Playback A red B mark - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 166
back moving pictures recorded on a "Memory Stick." By selecting the index screen, you can also play back six images including still images at a time arranged in the same order they are in the "Memory Stick." Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 167
a TV screen •Before operation, connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder (p. 51). •Turn the audio volume of the TV down before operation, or noise (howling) may be output from the TV speakers. When there is only one folder on the "Memory Stick" and - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 168
is not long The moving picture may not be divided into 60 parts. Screen indicators during moving picture playback 320 MOV00001 JUL 4 2003 12:05:56 PM code (date/time) (Various settings are displayed as "- - -".) Data code (date/time) You can view the data code (date/time) by pressing DATA CODE - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 169
information are displayed. (5) Press MENU when you find the folder that contains images you want to view. Press MEMORY +/- to select the desired image in the folder. "Memory Stick Folders created, or renamed with your computer may not be recognized by your camcorder. Current PB folder The current PB - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 170
Copying images recorded on a "Memory Stick" to a tape You can copy still images recorded on a "Memory Stick" to a tape. Before operation • Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder. • Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Using the video control - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 171
- Playback Copying images recorded on a "Memory Stick" to a tape During copying You cannot operate the following buttons: - MEMORY PLAY - MEMORY INDEX - MEMORY DELETE - MEMORY MIX - MEMORY +/- Note on the index screen You cannot record the index screen. If you press EDITSEARCH during pause mode - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 172
is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press PB ZOOM on your camcorder while you are playing back images recorded on the "Memory Stick." The center of the image is enlarged to about twice its size, and appear on the screen. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to move the enlarged image, then - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 173
To cancel Memory PB ZOOM Press PB ZOOM. Memory PB ZOOM is canceled when the following buttons are pressed: - MENU - MEMORY PLAY - MEMORY INDEX - MEMORY +/- Moving pictures recorded on a "Memory Stick" Memory PB ZOOM does not work. To copy the still image processed by Memory PB ZOOM to a tape See - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 174
*: All images in the current PB folder are played back continuously. * sss stands for the folder number. (5) Press MEMORY PLAY. Your camcorder plays back the images recorded on the "Memory Stick" in sequence. The slide show ends after all images have been played back. 2 MENU 5 PLAY SLIDE SHOW 101 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 175
view recorded images on TV Before operation, connect your camcorder to a TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder (p. 51). If you change the "Memory Stick" during operation The slide show does not operate. If you change the "Memory Stick," be sure to follow the steps again from - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 176
erasure. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that information on the "Memory Stick," including the protected image data. Before formatting a "Memory Stick," check its contents. If the write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 177
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. The message DELETE? appears on the screen. (4) Press MEMORY DELETE again. The selected - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 178
in a "Memory Stick." Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure to select EXECUTE, then press the dial. The DELETING indicator flashes on the screen. When all unprotected images are deleted, The COMPLETE indicator is displayed. 2 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 179
RETURN in step (4) or (5), then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. Note You cannot delete the folders with your camcorder. While the DELETING indicator 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. 179 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 180
conforms 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 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 181
" Operations - Playback 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 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 182
Memory Stick slot, first remove the "Memory Stick" from the camcorder and then insert it into the computer's Memory Stick slot. Camcorder Connection jack Tape stills and movies/Picture live from your camcorder (USB) jack DV jack "Memory Stick" stills and movies (USB) jack Connection cable (USB - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 183
Viewing images on your computer - Introduction Viewing pictures recorded on a tape or live from your camcorder - USB Streaming When connecting to a computer using the USB cable (p. 187) (USB) jack USB connector Push into the end USB cable (supplied) Follow the instructions in order described - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 184
Viewing images on your computer - Introduction When connecting to a computer using the i.LINK cable Your computer must have an i.LINK connector and editing software installed that can read video signals. Refer to the operating instructions of the software for further information. i.LINK is marked - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 185
the end USB cable (supplied) You can also use a Memory Stick Reader/Writer (optional). Follow the instructions in order described below System requirements (p. 188) r Installing the USB driver (p. 189) r Installing Image Transfer (p. 190) r Making the computer recognize the camcorder (p. 192 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 186
for Memory Stick or a PC card adaptor for Memory Stick. When purchasing an accessory, check its catalog beforehand for the recommended operating environment. When connecting with USB port You cannot operate your camcorder setting the POWER switch to MEMORY. Notes on using your computer "Memory Stick - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 187
first, you will not be able to install the USB driver correctly. When connecting to a computer using the USB cable You must install a USB driver onto your computer to connect the camcorder to the computer's USB connector. The USB driver can be found on the CD-ROM supplied, along with the application - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 188
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable System requirements To view images recorded on a "Memory Stick" OS 600 dot or less, 256 colors and less, the screen for installing USB driver is not displayed.) Others: The USB connector must be provided as standard. Windows Media Player - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 189
Driver" and click. This starts USB driver installation. Click (5) Follow the on-screen messages to install the USB driver. (6) Remove the CD-ROM and then restart the computer, following the instructions on the screen. Note If you connect the USB cable before USB driver installation is complete, the - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 190
camcorder to your computer using the USB cable Installing Image Transfer Image Transfer enables image data recorded on a "Memory Stick" to be automatically transferred (copied) to your computer computer. The application software starts up. (3) Select "Handycam" on the screen. The title screen - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 191
Images on Your Computer Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable Installing ImageMixer "ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony" is an the CD-ROM drive of your computer. The application software starts up. (3) Select "Handycam" on the screen. The title screen appears. (4) Move the cursor - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 192
to ON in the menu settings (p. 221). (3) Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder to the USB connector on your computer using the supplied USB cable. Your computer recognizes your camcorder, and the Windows Add Hardware Wizard starts. (4) Follow the on-screen messages so that the Add Hardware Wizard - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 193
a "Memory Stick" (1) Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (2) Connect the AC Adaptor and set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (3) Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder to the USB connector on your computer using the supplied USB cable. "USB MODE" appears on the screen of your camcorder. Your - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 194
and allow Windows to load. 2 Connect the AC Adaptor, and set the POWER switch to VCR. 3 Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder to the USB connector on your computer using the supplied USB cable. 4 Open your computer's "Device Manager." Windows XP: Select "Start" t "Control Panel" t "System - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 195
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable 5 Select and delete the underlined devices. Windows 98SE Windows Me Viewing Images on Your Computer Windows 2000 Windows XP 195 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 196
Windows to load. 2 Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor, and set the POWER switch to MEMORY. 4 Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder to the USB connector on your computer using the supplied USB cable. 5 Open your computer's "Device Manager." Windows XP: Select - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 197
a tape into your camcorder. (3) Set the POWER switch to VCR. Select USB STREAM in to ON in the menu settings (p. 221). (4) Select "Start" t "Program" t "PIXELA" t "ImageMixer" t "ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony." The "ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony" startup screen appears on your computer. The title screen - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 198
recorded on a tape or live from your camcorder on your computer - USB Streaming (6) Select . Monitor window (7) Connect the USB connector on your computer to the (USB) jack on your camcorder using the supplied USB cable. (USB) jack Push into the end USB connector USB cable (supplied) 198 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 199
Viewing pictures recorded on a tape or live from your camcorder on your computer - USB Streaming (8) Press N to start playback. You can control video operations with the buttons on the screen. The picture appears in the monitor windows on your computer. Monitor window Video control buttons Viewing - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 200
recommend setting DEMO MODE to OFF in the menu settings when your camcorder is in the standby mode, and no cassette is inserted. •Indicators on the screen do not appear on images that are captured into your computer. •You cannot carry out any "Memory Stick" operations during the USB Streaming. 200 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 201
camcorder. Seeing the on-line help (operating instructions) of ImageMixer A "ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony" on-line help site is available where you can find detailed operating information. (1) Click the button located in the upper-right corner of the screen. The ImageMixer's Manual screen appears - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 202
Windows to load. (2) Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder, and connect the AC Adaptor to your camcorder. (3) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (4) Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder to the USB connector on your computer using the supplied USB cable. (5) Image Transfer automatically starts - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 203
a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder, and connect the AC Adaptor to your camcorder. (3) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (4) Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder to the USB connector on your computer using the supplied USB cable. "USB MODE" appears on the LCD screen of your camcorder. (USB) jack - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 204
other camcorders without the folder creation function (for playback only) File DSC0ssss.JPG MOV0ssss.MPG Meaning Still image file Moving picture file Disconnect the USB cable and remove the "Memory Stick" or set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) For Windows 2000, Windows Me, Windows XP users (1) Move - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 205
Viewing Images on Your Computer Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable When connecting to a computer using the USB cable You must install a USB driver onto your computer in order to connect the camcorder to the computer's USB connector. The USB driver can be found on the CD- - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 206
users Do not connect the USB cable to your computer before installation of the USB driver is completed. (1) Turn on your computer and allow the Mac OS to load. (2) Insert the supplied CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive of your computer. The application software screen appears. (3) Select "Handycam - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 207
the "Special" menu at the top left of the screen. (3) Unplug the USB cable or eject the "Memory Stick." Set the POWER switch of your camcorder to OFF (CHG). For Mac OS X (v10.0) users Shut down your computer, then unplug the USB cable, eject the "Memory Stick" or set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 208
on your computer which has the i.LINK connector by transmitting data via your camcorder. Before instructions of your computer and the software you are using. S VIDEO AUDIO/VIDEO VCR OUT S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO : Signal flow Yellow White Red DV A/V connecting cable (supplied) i.LINK cable - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 209
include copyright protection signals such as the ID-2 system. If your computer has a USB jack You can connect your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable supplied with your camcorder. Note, however, that the image may flicker. If your VCR has an S video jack Pictures can be reproduced more - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 210
D EFFECT FLASH MODE AUTO SHTR [MENU] : END VCR/PLAYER* MANUAL SET P EFFECT D EFFECT 1 [MENU] : END MEMORY* MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE FLASH MODE AUTO SHTR 1 2 [MENU] : END 2 TAPE SET REC MODE AUDIO MODE REMAIN FRAME REC INT. REC [MENU] : END 3 TAPE SET REC MODE AUDIO MODE REMAIN AUTO FRAME REC INT. REC - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 211
camcorder model The menu display may be different from that in this illustration. Selecting the mode setting of each item z is the default setting. Menu items differ depending on the position of the POWER switch. The screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment. Icon/item MANUAL MEMORY - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 212
is performed digitally (p. 34). - To record a 16:9 wide picture (p. 58). - To record in the CINEMA mode (p. 59). To record in the 16:9FULL mode. CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA CAMERA *1) Modes on the POWER switch vary depending on models (p. 16). *2) *3) *4) *5) *6) *7) 212 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 213
will not correct excessive camera-shake. •Attachment of a conversion lens (optional) may influence the SteadyShot function. If you cancel the SteadyShot function *7) The SteadyShot off indicator appears on the screen. Your camcorder prevents excessive compensation for camera-shake. *1) Modes on the - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 214
tape or dual sound track tape with main and sub sound (p. 238). 1 To play back a stereo tape with the left sound or a dual sound track tape with main sound. 2 To play back a stereo tape back a tape on which camcorder. To output analog images and sound in digital format using your camcorder - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 215
standard 8 mm 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 mm system when your camcorder does not automatically distinguish the recording system. VCR After five minutes of removing the power source The HiFi - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 216
- To adjust the color on the LCD screen, turning VCR/ the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the PLAYER following bar. CAMERA MEMORY To get lowintensity To get highintensity Notes on LCD B.L. • When you select BRIGHT, battery life is reduced by about 10 percent during recording. • When you - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 217
• For five seconds after you set the POWER switch to VCR or MEMORY. • For five seconds after inserting a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. • When the capacity of the "Memory Stick" is less than a few minutes in MEMORY mode. • For five seconds after you start recording a moving picture. • For five - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 218
cancel formatting. OK To format an inserted "Memory Stick." Formatting erases all information on a "Memory Stick." 1. Select FORMAT with the SEL/PUSH EXEC protected. • The supplied "Memory Stick" has been formatted at factory. Formatting the "Memory Stick" on your camcorder is not required.*2) • - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 219
mode. • For about eight seconds after DISPLAY is pressed to display the screen indicators. • For the period of tape rewinding, forwarding or picture search in VCR/PLAYER mode. ON To always display the remaining tape bar. FRAME REC *2) z OFF To deactivate the frame recording. ON To activate - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 220
recorded in the Digital8 system. You, however, can select AUDIO MODE when you dub tapes recorded in the Hi8 / standard 8 mm system to another VCR using the i.LINK cable. Notes on ORC setting *3) •Each time you eject the cassette, the ORC setting will be canceled. If necessary, set the setting. •You - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 221
the USB Streaming function. To activate the USB Streaming information indicators in Korean. To make the demonstration appear. To cancel the demonstration mode. VCR/ PLAYER CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA Notes on DEMO MODE •You cannot select DEMO MODE when a "Memory Stick" is inserted in your camcorder - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 222
OTHERS DATA CODE *2) z screen, LCD screen and in the viewfinder. To light up the camera recording lamp at the front of your camcorder. To turn the camera recording lamp off so that the person is not aware of the recording. VCR MEMORY CAMERA MEMORY VCR/ PLAYER CAMERA MEMORY VCR/ PLAYER CAMERA MEMORY - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 223
menu settings Icon/item Mode OTHERS VIDEO EDIT *4) z RETURN TAPE MEMORY *5) - Meaning POWER switch *1) To cancel video editing. appear on the screen even when your camcorder is connected to outputs on the TV or VCR. (Except when your camcorder is connected with the i.LINK cable) After five - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 224
and how to correct trouble If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If "C:ss:ss" appears on the screen, the self - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 225
screen. • If 10 minutes passes after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or DEMO MODE is set to ON in the menu settings without a "Memory Stick" *4) or a cassette inserted, your camcorder automatically starts the demonstration. c Insert a "Memory Stick screen or a computer screen Troubleshooting 225 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 226
or Corrective Action The picture does not appear on the screen when playing back a tape.*1) • The tape is recorded in the Hi8 system. /Standard 8 mm The tape does not move when a video control button is pressed. • The POWER switch is set to MEMORY, CAMERA or OFF (CHG).*2) c Set it to VCR/PLAYER - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 227
installed, or is dead or nearly dead. c Install a charged battery pack (p. 18, 19). • The AC Adaptor is not connected to a wall outlet. c Connect the AC Adaptor to a wall outlet (p. 24). The end search function does not work. • The tape was ejected after recording. • You have not recorded on the - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 228
Memory Stick" is not inserted. c Insert a "Memory Stick" (p. 127). • The "Memory Stick" is full. c Delete unnecessary images and record again (p. 177). • The "Memory Stick" formatted incorrectly is inserted. c Format the "Memory Stick" on your camcorder or use another "Memory Stick computer may - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 229
(p. 113). • The IR SETUP code is incorrect. c Set the correct code (p. 101). • PB MODE is set to / in the menu settings.*3) c Set it to AUTO (p. 215). Digital program editing to a "Memory Stick" does not function.*3) • Setting program on a blank portion of the tape is attempted. c Set the program - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 230
time return to their defaults.) (p. 258) You cannot install the USB driver.*5) • Your camcorder was connected to your computer with the USB cable before installing the USB driver, so the driver was not recognized by the computer. c Uninstall the unrecognized driver, and then reinstall the driver - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 231
c Set it to ON. • USB Streaming does not work when: - you record MPEG movie on a "Memory Stick."*3) - you record a photo on a "Memory Stick."*3) Image data cannot be transferred by the USB connection.*5) • The USB cable was connected before installation of the USB driver was completed. c Uninstall - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 232
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. (e.g. E:61:10) If you are unable to rectify the problem even - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 233
inserted.* •The write-protect tab on the cassette is set to LOCK (red) * (p. 29). Fast flashing: •The cassette has run out of tape.* Warning indicator as to incompatible "Memory Stick"* Slow flashing: •An incompatible "Memory Stick" is inserted. * You hear the melody or beep. Troubleshooting 233 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 234
as to "Memory Stick" Slow flashing: • No "Memory Stick" is inserted. Fast flashing *: • The "Memory Stick" is not readable on your camcorder (p. 126). • The image cannot be recorded on a "Memory Stick." Warning indicator as to "Memory Stick" formatting * Fast flashing: • "Memory Stick" data is - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 235
). Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (p. 242). The cassette has run out of tape.* Insert a cassette tape.* The video heads are dirty . (The x indicator and " CLEANING CASSETTE" message appear one after another on the screen Troubleshooting 235 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 236
on the "Memory Stick." • NO MEMORY STICK No "Memory Stick" is inserted. • AUDIO ERROR You are trying to record an image with sound that cannot be recorded by your camcorder on "Memory Stick" (p. 151). • MEMORY STICK ERROR The "Memory Stick" data is corrupted (p. 127). • FORMAT ERROR Check the - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 237
- Additional Information - About video cassette Usable cassette tapes and Recording / Playback systems Usable cassette tapes Hi8 /Digital8 (recommended) Standard 8 mm *1) Recording system Digital8 Playback system *2) Digital8 Hi8 Standard 8 mm Usable cassette tapes Hi8 /Digital8 (recommended) - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 238
sound and sub sound Main sound Sub sound You cannot record dual sound programs on your camcorder. When you use a tape recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm system When you play back a dual sound track tape recorded in an AFM HiFi stereo system, set HiFi SOUND to the desired mode in the menu settings - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 239
to. During switching of systems, the screen turns blue, and the following displays appear on the screen. A hissing noise also sometimes can be heard. t / : During switching from Digital8 to Hi8 /standard 8 mm / t : During switching from Hi8 /standard 8 mm to Digital8 239 Additional Information - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 240
two types of "Memory Stick": an ordinary "Memory Stick" and a "MagicGate Memory Stick" that is equipped with the MagicGate * copyright protection technology. You can use both types of "Memory Stick" with your camcorder. However, because your camcorder does not support the MagicGate standards, data - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 241
inserted facing the proper direction. Inserting a "Memory Stick Duo" facing the wrong direction may damage the equipment. • Do not insert a "Memory Stick Duo" without a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor into "Memory Stick" compatible equipment, as this may cause equipment trouble. 241 Additional Information - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 242
pack What is the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack? The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for communicating information related to operating conditions between your camcorder and an AC Adaptor/charger (optional). The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack calculates the power - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 243
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 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 244
cable. When connecting this unit to i.LINK-compatible equipment having two or more i.LINK jacks (DV jacks), refer to the operating instructions 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 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 245
by this unit is already installed on the 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 cable (during DV dubbing). 245 Additional Information - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 246
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-L15A/L15B [a] [b] Your camcorder is an NTSC system based camcorder page 222 for more information. 246 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 247
information and precautions Moisture condensation If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside your camcorder, on 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 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 248
information Cleaning the video heads To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. If the below problem [a], [b] or [c] occurs, clean the video heads for 10 seconds with the Sony . [a] [b] [c] When you play back in the Hi8 /Standard 8 mm system The video heads may be dirty - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 249
•Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC 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 dealer before operating - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 250
this function, dub the image into a Digital8 or DV tape first, and then input it into your Sony VAIO. Connection to your computer When recording an image processed or edited by your computer with the i.LINK cable, use a new Hi8 /Digital8 tape. *1) three minutes: five minutes: *2) Modes on the POWER - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 251
Maintenance information and precautions AC Adaptor •Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when you are not on and operating your camcorder about once per month to keep your camcorder in an optimum state for a long time. Rechargeable Battery Pack •Use only the specified charger or video equipment with - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 252
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 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 253
system Video signal Usable cassette Recording/ playback time (using 120 min. Hi8/Digital8 video cassette) Fastforward/ rewind time (using 120 min. Hi8/Digital8 video cassette) Viewfinder Image device Lens Focal length Color temperature Minimum illumination 2 rotary heads Helical scanning FM system - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 254
USB jack LANC jack Picture Total dot number Power requirements Average power consumption (when using the battery pack) Operating temperature Recommended charging temperature Storage temperature Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) Supplied accessories Battery Pack NP-FM30, Hi8/Digital8 cassette, lens - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 255
AC, Battery Pack NP-FM30 Maximum output voltage Output voltage Capacity Operating temperature Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) Type DC 8.4 V DC 7.2 V 5.0 Wh (700 mAh) 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) 38.2 × 20.5 × 55.6 mm (1 9/16 × 13/16 × 2 1/4 in.) (w/h/d) 65 g (2.3 oz) Lithium ion "Memory Stick - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 256
- Quick Reference - Identifying parts and controls Camcorder 5 1 6 7 2 8 3 9 4 0 1 Lens cap (p. 30) 2 LCD screen (p. 30) 3 OPEN button (p. 30) 4 VOLUME -/+ * button (p. 45) 5 Rechargeable Battery Pack (p. 18) 6 BATT (battery) release lever (p. 18) 7 POWER switch (p. 30) 8 START/STOP - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 257
and controls qa qs qd qf qg qh qj qa BATT INFO (p. 20) qs SUPER NS/COLOR SLOW S button *1) (p. 39) qd LIGHT button (p. 79) qf Lens qg Microphone qh Camera recording lamp (p. 30) qj Infrared rays emitter (p. 39) *1) *2) This button has a tactile dot. *3) *4) LIGHT BATT INFO REW PLAY FF COLOR SLOW - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 258
163) MEMORY - button (p. 163) MEMORY + button (p. 163) MEMORY MIX button (p. 141) MEMORY DELETE button (p. 177) MPEG NX button (p. 166) MEMORY INDEX button (p. 165) wk DISPLAY button (p. 47) wl MENU button *1) (p. 210) e; SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 210) Attaching the lens cap Attach the lens cap to - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 259
Identifying parts and controls ea es ed ea DATE button * (p. 42) es TIME button * (p. 42) ed COUNTER RESET button * (p. 31) * CCD-TRV418 Quick Reference 259 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 260
) eh PB ZOOM button *1) (p. 87, 172) EASY DUB button *2) (p. 98) ej Speaker ek TITLE button (p. 75) *1) *2) *3) r; ra rs rd el PHOTO button *3) (p. 53, 56, 132) r; "Memory Stick" slot *1) (p. 127) ra Access lamp *1) (p. 127) rs CHG lamp (p. 19) rd END SEARCH button (p. 43, 49) 260 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 261
the grip strap rk LANC jack (blue) * LANC stands for Local Application Control Bus System. The LANC control jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video equipment and other peripherals connected to the video equipment. This jack has the same function as the jack indicated as CONTROL - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 262
Eyecup t; Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 35) ta OPEN/EJECT switch (p. 28) ts Tripod receptacle (base) Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage your camcorder. td Cassette compartment - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 263
jack *1) (p. 51, 94, 119, 138, 152, 208) th DV jack *1) (p. 96, 121, 139, 153, 184, 208) The DV jack is i.LINK compatible. tk tl y; tj (USB) jack *2) (p. 183, 185) tk S VIDEO OUT *3) (p. 51, 95) tl A/V OUT *3) (p. 51, 95) y; RFU DC OUT *3) (p. 52) *1) *2) *3) Quick Reference 263 - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 264
9 DATA CODE button (p. 47) 4 ./> buttons (p. 90, 92) 0 Power zoom button (p. 34) 5 Video control buttons (p. 45, 49) 6 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control the camcorder after turning on the camcorder. To prepare the Remote Commander Insert 2 size AA (R6) batteries by matching - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 265
(p. 213) qs Manual focusing (p. 71) qd Self-timer indicator (p. 41, 55, 135, 149) qf STBY/REC (p. 30) Video control mode (p. 49) Image size (p. 130) Image quality (p. 128) qg Tape counter (p. 36) Time code (p. 36) Self-diagnosis display (p. 232) Tape Photo recording (p. 56) Memory Photo - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 266
Identifying parts and controls qh Remaining tape (p. 36) qj ZERO SET MEMORY (p. 89, 124) FRAME REC indicator (p. 74) INTERVAL TAPE indicator (p. 73) INTERVAL MEM STILL indicator (p. 154) qk END SEARCH (p. 43, 49) DATE SEARCH (p. 90) PHOTO SEARCH/PHOTO SCAN (p. 92) ql NIGHTSHOT (p. 39) - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 267
126 MPEG movie recording ........ 146 New folder 160 NIGHTSHOT 39 NTSC system 246 R Recording folder 162 Recording time 22 Recording/Playback system 237 Rec Review 43 Remaining battery time indicator 36, 48 Remaining tape indicator ....... 36 Remote Commander 264 Remote sensor 257 RESET - Sony TRV318 | Operating Instructions - Page 268
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SERIES
TM
©2003 Sony Corporation
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.
3-079-467-
13
(1)
Digital
Video Camera Recorder
Video Camera Recorder
DCR-TRV150/TRV250/TRV350/TRV351
CCD-TRV118/TRV318/TRV418
Model No.
-TRV
Model No.
AC-
Serial No.
Serial No.
DCR-TRV350