Sony TRV740 Operating Instructions
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-650-12 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCR-TRV Model No. AC- Serial No. Serial No. DCR-TRV740 TM SERIES DCR-TRV240/TRV340/TRV740/ - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
this Sony Handycam. With your Handycam, you can capture life's precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam is important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. Never expose the battery pack to temperatures above 60 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV240, DCR- TRV340 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ07649 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 201-930-6972 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
on "Memory Stick"s using the USB cable (except DCR-TRV240) (p. 155) •Viewing images recorded on a tape using the USB cable (p. 94) •Viewing images live on your computer from your camcorder using the USB cable (p. 103) •Capturing images from an analog video unit on your computer (p. 88) Other uses - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 207) 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 13) 3 NP-FM30 battery pack (1) (p. 12, 13) DCR-TRV240/TRV340 NP-FM50 battery pack (1) (p. 12, 13) DCR-TRV740 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
from an analog video unit on your computer - Signal convert function 88 Recording video or TV programs ....... 89 Inserting a scene from a VCR - Insert Editing 92 Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer (Windows users only 94 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 105 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
Digital computer Troubleshooting Types of trouble and how to correct trouble 178 Self-diagnosis display 184 Warning indicators and messages .... 185 Additional Information Digital8 system, recording and playback 187 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 189 About i.LINK 191 Using your camcorder - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 8
Guide This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses "( )" for more information. Connecting the power cord (p. 17) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder possible into the cassette compartment with the window facing up. Push the center of the - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
LCD screen. 4 Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. To stop recording, press START/STOP is black and white. When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set to off. If REW 3 Press N to start playback. PLAY Quick Start Guide OFCFR(CHG) 1 Set the POWER switch to VCR while - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
, you can hear a beep to indicate that the operation is being carried out. Differences by camcorder model DCR- TRV240 MEMORY mark* (on the POWER switch) - Self-timer - Digital zoom 700× LCD Screen 6.2 cm (2.5 type) TRV340 z z 700× 6.2 cm (2.5 type) TRV740 z z 420× 6.2 cm (2.5 type - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
Getting Started Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder • The repaired [a]. •Never leave your camcorder exposed to temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. •Be careful when placing the camera near a window - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 12
viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing BATT (battery) release lever down. BATT (battery) release lever If you install the large-capacity battery pack If you install the NP-FM70/QM71/FM90/QM91/FM91 battery pack on your camcorder, extend its viewfinder - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
completed until FULL appears on the display window. Fully charging the battery allows you to use the battery longer than usual. 4 V POWER 1 2 The number in the illustration of the display window may differ from that on your camcorder. After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC power adaptor - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
the viewfinder. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - min" appears in the display window. While charging the battery pack No indicator appears or the indicator flashes in the display window in the following cases: - The battery pack is not installed correctly - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
or low because of the ambient temperature. Approximate number of minutes to charge an empty battery pack at 25°C (77°F) 1) Supplied with DCR-TRV240/TRV340 2) Supplied with DCR-TRV740/TRV840 Recording time DCR-TRV240/TRV340 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-QM71 NP-FM90 NP-QM91 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment. ** Approximate number of minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/ stop, zooming and turning the power on/off. The actual battery life may be shorter Playing time DCR-TRV240/TRV340 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 17
is attached to your camcorder. •The DC IN jack has "source priority". This means that the battery pack cannot supply any power if the power cord is connected to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is not plugged into a wall outlet. Using a car battery Use Sony Car Battery Adaptor (optional). 17 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
the built-in rechargeable battery installed in your camcorder will have been discharged (p. 196). Set the year, then the month, the day, the hour and then the minute. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240), and then press MENU to display the menu settings. (2) Turn the SEL - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
: 1995 T t 2002 T t 2079 If you do not set the date and time is recorded on the tape and the "Memory Stick". (except DCR-TRV240) Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle. •12:00 AM stands for midnight. •12:00 PM stands for noon. 19 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
. Mosaic pattern noise may appear when you play back standard 8 tape on other camcorders (including other DCR-TRV240/TRV340/TRV740/TRV840). •The cassette compartment may not be closed when you press any part of the lid other than the mark. To prevent accidental erasure Slide the write-protect - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
. See "Step 1" to "Step 3" for more information (p. 12 to 20). (3) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. This sets your camcorder to the standby mode. (4) Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. The viewfinder automatically turns off. (5) Press START/STOP. Your - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
on your camcorder, we recommend that you play back the tape on your camcorder. Note on the LOCK switch (except DCR-TRV240) When camcorder in the standby mode for three minutes while the cassette is inserted Your camcorder automatically turns off. This is to save battery power and to prevent battery - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
the LCD panel, set it vertically until it clicks, and swing it into the camcorder body. Note When using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode, the viewfinder screen. Select LCD B.L. or LCD BRIGHT in the menu settings (p. 105). Even if you adjust the LCD B.L. or LCD BRIGHT, the recorded picture - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 24
To use zoom greater than 25× (DCR-TRV240/TRV340)/15× (DCR-TRV740/TRV840) Zoom greater than 25× (DCR-TRV240/TRV340)/15× (DCR-TRV740/TRV840) is performed digitally. To activate digital zoom, select the digital zoom power in D ZOOM in the menu settings. (p. 105) The digital zoom function is set to OFF - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 25
. Lift up the viewfinder and move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever. Viewfinder backlight You can change the brightness of the backlight. Select VF B.L. in the menu settings (p. 105). Even if you adjust the VF B.L., the recorded picture will not be affected. 25 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 26
her own image on the LCD screen while you look at the subject in the viewfinder. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240). Rotate the LCD screen 180 degrees. The indicator appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD screen. Xz appears in the standby mode, and z appears - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 27
CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240). Remaining battery time indicator during recording The remaining battery time indicator roughly indicates one minute for the correct remaining battery time in minutes to be displayed. Time code (for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system only) The time code - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 28
shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the backlight function. In CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240) mode, press BACK LIGHT. The . indicator appears on the screen. To cancel, press BACK LIGHT again. BACK LIGHT If you press EXPOSURE when - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 29
example, you can satisfactorily record the environment of nocturnal animals for observation when you use this function. In CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240) mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON. The and "NIGHTSHOT" indicators flash on the screen. To cancel the NightShot function, slide NIGHTSHOT to OFF - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 30
outdoors in the daytime). This may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •When you keep NIGHTSHOT set autofocus mode when using the NightShot function, focus manually. •You cannot use the Color Slow Shutter - Digital effects - Exposure - PROGRAM AE - Memory Photo recording (except DCR-TRV240) While - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 31
when: - Self-timer recording is finished. - The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240) You can also record still images on "Memory Stick"s with the self-timer (p. 128). 31 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 32
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 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 TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 33
Recording - Basics Checking recordings - END SEARCH/EDITSEARCH/Rec Review Notes •END SEARCH, EDITSEARCH and Rec Review work only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •If you start recording after using the end search function, occasionally, the transition between the last scene you recorded - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 34
the LCD panel, you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. (1) Install the power source and insert the recorded tape. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR while pressing the small green button. (3) Open the - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 35
screen. To make the indicators disappear, press DISPLAY again. DATA CODE DISPLAY Playback - Basics DISPLAY About date/time and various settings Your camcorder automatically records not only pictures on the tape but also the recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) (Data code - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 36
Digital8 system. •Various settings of the recording data are not recorded when recording images on "Memory Stick"s (except DCR-TRV240). Recording data Recording data is your camcorder it takes about one minute for the correct remaining battery time to be displayed. Various playback modes To operate - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 37
the stop mode. To resume playback, press N. •The previous recording may appear. Slow playback for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system Slow playback can be performed smoothly on your camcorder; however, this function does not work for an output signal through the DV IN/OUT jack. When you play back - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 38
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. Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR by using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Set the input selector on the - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 39
camcorder can record still images on "Memory Stick"s (except DCR-TRV240) (p. 124). Before operation Set PHOTO REC to TAPE in the menu settings. (The default setting is MEMORY.) (except DCR-TRV240 : - Fader - Digital effects •When recording a still image, do not shake your camcorder. The image may - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 40
still image is then recorded for about seven seconds, and your camcorder returns to the standby mode. To record clear and less fluctuated still images We recommend that you record on "Memory Stick"s. You can record still images on "Memory Stick"s even in CAMERA mode. (P.124) (except DCR-TRV240) 40 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 41
on a tape - Tape Photo recording Self-timer recording - Except DCR-TRV240 You can record still images on tapes with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. Before operation Set PHOTO REC to TAPE in the menu settings. (The default setting is MEMORY.) (p. 105) (1) In - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 42
ON In the wide mode You cannot operate the following functions: - OLD MOVIE - BOUNCE - Memory Photo recording (except DCR-TRV240) During recording You cannot select or cancel the wide mode. When you cancel the wide mode, set your camcorder to the standby mode and then set 16:9WIDE to OFF in the - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 43
ID-2 system sends a copyright protection signal with ID-1 signals inserted between video signals when you connect your camcorder to other equipment by an A/V connecting cable. If 16:9WIDE is set to ON (DCR-TRV240/TRV340 only) The SteadyShot function does not work. If you set 16:9WIDE to ON in the - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 44
fading out, the picture gradually changes from color to black-and-white. 1) You can use this function when D ZOOM is set to OFF in the menu settings. 2) Fade in only 44 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 45
wipe and dot functions work only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •You cannot use the following functions while using the Digital effects - Color Slow Shutter - Super NightShot - Photo recording - Interval recording - Frame recording When you select OVERLAP, WIPE, or DOT Your camcorder - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 46
- Picture effects Note on the bounce function The BOUNCE indicator does not appear in the following mode or functions: - When D ZOOM is activated in the menu settings - Wide mode - Picture effects - PROGRAM AE 46 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 47
the desired picture effect mode, then press the dial. MENU 2 MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE OFF P EFFECT NEG. ART D menu settings. While using the picture effect function You cannot operate the following functions: - OLD MOVIE with the digital effect function. - Memory Photo recording (except DCR-TRV240 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 48
can add special effects to recorded picture using the various digital functions. Sound is recorded normally. STILL You can record brightly. OLD MOVIE You can add an old movie type atmosphere to pictures. Your camcorder automatically sets the wide mode to ON, picture effect to SEPIA, and sets the - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 49
appear in the following modes: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL. Advanced Recording Operations MENU 2 MANUAL SET D EFFECT OFF STILL FLASH LUMI. TRAIL SLOW SHTR OLD MOVIE [MENU] : END 4 MANUAL SET D EFFECT LUMI. IIIIIIII [MENU] : END To cancel the digital effect Set D EFFECT to OFF in the - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 50
mode - Picture effects - PROGRAM AE When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) Digital effects are automatically canceled. When recording in the slow shutter mode Auto focus may not be effective. Focus manually using a tripod. Shutter speed Shutter speed number SLOW SHTR 1 SLOW SHTR 2 SLOW SHTR - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 51
, general night views, fireworks displays and neon signs. Landscape This mode is for when you are recording distant subjects such as mountains and prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows' when you are recording a subject behind glass or a screen. 51 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 52
AE function (1) In CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240) mode, press MENU to display the menu settings. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PROGRAM AE in , then press the dial. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired mode. MENU 2 MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE AUTO P EFFECT SPOTLIGHT - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 53
automatically adjusted. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases: - When the subject is backlit - When shooting bright subjects and dark backgrounds - When recording dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully (1) In CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240) mode, press EXPOSURE. The exposure - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 54
can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases. Normally, focus the background. •Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod. (1) In CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240) mode, press FOCUS. The 9 indicator appears on the screen. (2) Turn the focus ring to - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 55
can make a time-lapse recording by setting your camcorder to automatically record and standby sequentially. You can 59 s [b] 10 min [a] REC TIME [b] INTERVAL (1) In the standby mode, press MENU to display the menu settings. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select INT. REC in , then press - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 56
END To cancel interval recording Perform either of the following: - Set INT. REC to OFF in the menu settings. - Set the POWER switch to other than CAMERA. To perform normal recording during interval recording You can perform normal recording only once during INTERVAL. - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 57
move the subject a little and make a frame recording. We recommend that you use a tripod, and operate your camcorder using the Remote Commander after step 5. (1) In the standby mode, press MENU to display the menu settings. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select FRAME REC in , then press the dial - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 58
(p. 60). You can also select the language, color, size and position of titles. VACATION (1) In the standby mode, press TITLE to display the title menu. The title menu display appears on the screen. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 59
are playing back You can superimpose a title. However, the title is not recorded on tape. You can record a title when you dub a tape connecting your camcorder to the VCR with the A/V connecting cable. If you use the i.LINK cable instead of the A/V connecting cable, you cannot record the title. 59 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 60
can make up to two titles and store them in your camcorder. Each title can have up to 20 characters. (1) press the dial. The title is stored in memory. (8) Press TITLE to make the title menu disappear. 1 TITLE PRESET TITLE HELLO! HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS! OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 61
1. We recommend setting the POWER switch to VCR or removing the cassette so that your camcorder does not automatically turn off while you are entering title characters. If you select [ ] The menu for selecting alphabet and Russian characters appear. Select [ to the previous screen. ] to return To - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 62
scene is inserted. Recording stops automatically near the counter zero point. Your camcorder returns to the standby mode. ZERO SET MEMORY EDITSEARCH Notes •The zero set memory function works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •The picture and the sound may be distorted at the end of - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 63
the Digital8 system. •You cannot process externally input scenes using the picture effect functions. •You cannot record pictures on a tape on your camcorder when you have processed the picture using the picture effect function. However, you can record pictures on a "Memory Stick" (except DCR-TRV240 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 64
in the Digital8 system. •You cannot process externally input scenes using digital effect functions. •You cannot record images on a tape on your camcorder when you have processed the image using digital effect functions. However, you can record images on a "Memory Stick" (except DCR-TRV240) (p. 135 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 65
ZOOM You can enlarge moving and still images recorded on tapes. Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on "Memory Stick"s (except DCR-TRV240) (p. 166). (1) In the playback or playback pause mode, press PB ZOOM. The image is enlarged, and R r indicators - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 66
in the Digital8 system. •You cannot process externally input scenes using the PB ZOOM function. •You cannot record images on a tape on your camcorder when you have processed the image using the PB ZOOM function. However, you can record images on a "Memory Stick" (except DCR-TRV240) (p. 135), or - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 67
Quickly locating a scene - ZERO SET MEMORY Your camcorder goes forward or backward to automatically stop at a SET MEMORY N Notes •The zero set memory function works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •When you press ZERO SET MEMORY before rewinding the tape, the zero set memory - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 68
01 SEARCH To stop searching Press x. Notes •The date search function works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •If one day's recording is less than two minutes, your camcorder may not accurately find the point where the recording date changes. If a tape has a blank portion between - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 69
PHOTO SCAN t (no indicator) (3) Press . or > to select the photo for playback. Each time you press . or > your camcorder searches for the previous or next photo. Your camcorder automatically starts playback from the photo. 2 SEARCH MODE PHOTO 00 SEARCH 3 PHOTO 01 SEARCH To stop searching Press - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 70
automatically. 2 SEARCH MODE PHOTO 00 SCAN 3 To stop scanning Press x. Note The photo search and photo scan functions work only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The photo search/photo scan function may not work correctly. 70 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 71
to record over) into the VCR, and insert the recorded tape into your camcorder. (2) Prepare the VCR for recording, then set the input selector to LINE. Connect the A/V connecting cable to the AUDIO/VIDEO jack. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. (3) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 72
screen indicators. (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, and insert the recorded tape into your camcorder. (2) Set the input selector on the VCR to DV IN if it is available. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. (3) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 73
Editing Dubbing a tape Note on tapes that are not recorded in the Digital8 system The picture may fluctuate. This is not a malfunction. During playback of tapes recorded in the Hi8/standard 8 system Digital signals are output as the image signals from the DV IN/OUT jack. You can connect one VCR - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 74
for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •When you connect with an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable), you may not be able to operate the dubbing function correctly, depending on the VCR. Set CONTROL to IR in the menu settings of your camcorder. •When editing digital video, the operation signals - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 75
your camcorder. 2 Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set the input selector to LINE. When you connect a video camera recorder, set its power switch to VCR/VTR. 3 Press MENU to display the menu settings. 4 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. 5 For DCR-TRV240: Turn - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 76
desired scenes - Digital program editing (on tapes) MENU 5 For DCR-TRV240: OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT READY INDICATOR RETURN [MENU] : END VIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SET 0:08:55:06 1 IN TOTAL 0:00:00:00 SCENE 0 [MENU] : END For DCR-TRV340/TRV740/TRV840 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 77
only desired scenes - Digital program editing (on tapes) About IR SETUP codes The IR SETUP code is stored in the memory of your camcorder. Be sure to set the correct code to match your VCR. The default setting is code number 3. Brand IR SETUP code Sony 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Admiral (M. Wards) 89 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 78
Digital then press the dial. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. VIDEO EDIT 0:08:55:06 " IR SETUP PAUSEMODE PAUSE IR TEST RETURN [MENU] : END Buttons to cancel recording pause on your camcorder and the VCR to face each other Locate the infrared rays emitter of your camcorder and - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 79
only desired scenes - Digital program editing (on MENU] : END When the VCR does not operate correctly •After checking the code in "About IR SETUP codes", set the IR SETUP or the PAUSEMODE again. •Place your camcorder at least 30 cm (12 in.) away from the VCR. •Refer to the operating instructions - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 80
connected VCR on, then set the input selector to DV input. When you connect a digital video camera recorder, set its power switch to VCR/VTR. (3) Press MENU to display the menu settings. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (5) For DCR-TRV240: Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 81
desired scenes - Digital program editing (on tapes) MENU 5 For DCR-TRV240: OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT READY INDICATOR RETURN [MENU] : END VIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SET 0:08:55:06 1 IN TOTAL 0:00:00:00 SCENE 0 [MENU] : END For DCR-TRV340/TRV740/TRV840 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 82
for notes. Before operation, eject the cassette from your camcorder if inserted. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (2) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, then set to recording pause. When you select i.LINK in CONTROL, you do not need to set to - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 83
Digital program editing (on tapes) Editing 3 VIDEO EDIT 0:08:55:06 EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST RETURN "CUT-IN" EXECUTE "CUT-OUT" IR SETUP ENGAGE PAUSEMODE REC PAUSE IR TEST RETURN [MENU recording. •When you connect with an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) you may not be able to operate - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 84
Digital program editing (on tapes) Operation 1: Making a program (1) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder, and insert a tape for recording into the VCR. (2) Press MENU to display the menu settings. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (4) For DCR-TRV240 part - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 85
desired scenes - Digital program editing (on tapes) MENU 4 For DCR-TRV240: OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT READY INDICATOR RETURN [MENU] : END VIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SET 0:08:55:06 1 IN TOTAL 0:00:00:00 SCENE 0 [MENU] : END For DCR-TRV340/TRV740/TRV840 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 86
is set to settings. •You cannot operate recording during Digital program editing. / in the menu You cannot set IN or OUT to the following portions of the tape: - A blank portion of the tape - A portion recorded in a system other than Digital8 The total time code may not be displayed correctly in - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 87
sure that your camcorder and VCR are connected, and that the VCR is set to recording pause. When you use an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable), the following procedure is not necessary. When you use a digital video camera recorder, set its power switch to VCR/VTR. (1) For DCR-TRV240: Turn the SEL - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 88
need to install software that supports the exchange video signals. •Depending on the state of the analog video signals, your computer may not be able to output the images correctly when you convert analog video signals into digital video signals via your camcorder. Depending on the analog video unit - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 89
cable You can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has video/ audio outputs. Use your camcorder as a recorder. Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 90
smooth transition, we recommend that you do not mix pictures recorded in the Hi8/standard 8 with the Digital8 system on a tape. •If you fast-forward or slow-playback on the other equipment, the image an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and the TV or VCR. 90 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 91
(optional) DV IN/OUT : Signal flow When you have finished dubbing a tape Press x on both your camcorder and the VCR. You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable). During digital editing The color of the display may be uneven. However this does not affect the dubbed - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 92
Inserting a scene from a VCR - Insert Editing You can insert a new scene from a VCR onto your originally recorded tape by specifying the insert start and end points. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Connections are the same as on page 89, 91. Insert a cassette containing the desired - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 93
The tape counter shows "0:00:00." (5) On your camcorder, locate the insert start point [b] by pressing m, then press z REC and Notes •The zero set memory function works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •Pictures and sound recorded on the section between the insert start and - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 94
the USB driver (p. 96) •Installing "PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony" (p. 100) •Capturing images with "PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony" (p. 101) Recommended computer environment OS: Microsoft Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 95
a hub. •Some equipment may not operate depending on the type of USB equipment that is used simultaneously. •Operations are not guaranteed for all the recommended computer environments mentioned above. Windows and Windows Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 96
Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer (Windows users only) Installing the USB driver Before connecting your camcorder to your computer, install the USB driver on the computer. The USB driver is packaged together with application software for viewing images on the CD-ROM supplied with - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 97
procedure to correctly install the USB driver. Step 1: Uninstall the incorrect USB driver 1 Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load. 2 Connect the USB connector on your computer to the (USB) jack on your camcorder using the USB cable supplied with your camcorder. 3 Connect the AC power - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 98
Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer (Windows users only) 4 Open your computer's "Device Manager". For Windows XP: Select "Start" t "Control Panel" t "System" t "Hardware" tab, and click the "Device Manager" button. If there is no "System" inside "Pick a Category" after clicking " - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 99
Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer (Windows users only) Editing Windows 2000 Professional Windows XP 6 Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) on your camcorder, and then disconnect the USB cable. 7 Restart your computer. Step 2: Install the USB driver on the CD-ROM Perform the entire - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 100
supplied with your camcorder. "PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony" allows you to easily view images on your camcorder on your computer for your enjoyment. To install and use this software in Windows 2000 Professional, you must be authorized as a Power User or Administrator. For Windows XP, you must - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 101
Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer (Windows users only) Capturing images with "PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony" To use this software in Windows 2000 Professional, you must be authorized as a Power User or Administrator. For Windows XP, you must be authorized as an Administrator - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 102
Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer (Windows users only) (6) Click on the screen. The "PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony" startup screen appears on your computer. (7) Click . Preview window (8) Start playback on your camcorder. The image from the tape appears in the preview - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 103
a tape on your computer (Windows users only) Viewing images live from your camcorder (1) Follow the steps (1), (2) on page 101, then connect the AC power adaptor to your camcorder and then to a wall outlet. (2) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. Select USB STREAM to ON in in the menu settings (p. 105 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 104
be transferred by the USB connection The USB driver has been registered incorrectly as your computer was connected to your camcorder before installation of the USB driver was completed. Reinstall the USB driver following the procedure on page 97. If any trouble occurs Close all running applications - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 105
SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT D EFFECT FLASH MODE FLASH LVL N. S LIGHT AUTO SHTR [MENU] : END VCR MANUAL SET P EFFECT D EFFECT [MENU] : END MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240) MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE FLASH MODE FLASH LVL N. S LIGHT AUTO SHTR [MENU] : END 2 TAPE SET REC MODE AUDIO MODE REMAIN 3 TAPE SET REC MODE - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 106
menu display disappear Press MENU. Menu items are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET (except DCR-TRV240) PRINT SET (except DCR-TRV240) TAPE SET SETUP MENU To add special effects using the various digital functions (p. 48, 64) To accessory shoe. 106 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 107
the menu settings Customizing Your Camcorder Icon/item SELFTIMER* D ZOOM (DCR-TRV240/ TRV340) Mode z OFF ON z OFF 50× 700× D ZOOM (DCR-TRV740/ digital zoom. More than 15× to 30× zoom is performed digitally (p. 24). To activate the digital zoom. More than 15× to 420× zoom is performed digitally - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 108
OFF ON PB MODE z AUTO / ST1 ST2 To output digital images and sound in analog format using your camcorder To output analog images and sound in digital format using your camcorder (p. 88) To automatically select the system (Hi8/ standard 8 or Digital8 ) that was used to record on the tape, and - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 109
Changing the menu settings Icon/item LCD and VF B.L. •When you select BRIGHT, battery life is reduced by about 10 percent during recording. •When you use power sources other than the battery pack, BRIGHT is automatically selected. Even if you adjust LCD - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 110
" in the following cases: • For five seconds after inserting a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder • When the capacity of the "Memory Stick" is less than one minute in MEMORY mode VCR MEMORY VCR MEMORY VCR MEMORY 1) Except DCR-TRV240 2) For DCR-TRV740/TRV840, the default setting is SUPER FINE. 110 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 111
•Supplied "Memory Stick"s have been formatted at factory. Formatting "Memory Stick"s on your camcorder is not required. •Do not do any of the following while FORMATTING is displayed: - erases protected image data on the "Memory Stick." * Except DCR-TRV240 (continued on the following page) 111 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 112
tape recorded in the 16-bit mode, you cannot adjust the balance in AUDIO MIX. * Except DCR-TRV240 112 ** To dub a tape to another VCR You cannot select AUDIO MODE for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. You, however, can select AUDIO MODE when you dub tapes recorded in the Hi8/standard 8 system - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 113
To set the date or time (p. 18) To deactivate the USB Streaming function To activate the USB Streaming function To select normal USB connection To select USB connection supporting Picture Transfer Protocol (compatible with Windows XP) To display selected menu items in normal size To display selected - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 114
(Except when your camcorder is connected with the i.LINK cable) In more than five minutes after removing the power source The AUDIO MIX, FLASH LVL, COMMANDER and HiFi SOUND settings are returned to their default settings. Other menu settings are held in memory even when the battery is removed. 114 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 115
turn off the backlight on display window To turn on the backlight on display window POWER switch CAMERA MEMORY VCR CAMERA VCR MEMORY * Except DCR-TRV240 When recording a close subject When REC LAMP is set to ON, the red camera recording lamp on the front of the camcorder may reflect on the subject - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 116
DCR-TRV240 You can record and play back images on a "Memory Stick" supplied with your camcorder. You can easily play back, record or delete images. You can exchange image data with other equipment such as your computer etc., using the USB into contact with the metal parts of the terminal. •Stick the - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 117
You cannot play back on your camcorder still images recorded on other Sony Corporation. •Windows and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. •Macintosh and Mac OS, QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Computer - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 118
because your camcorder is reading the data from the "Memory Stick" or recording the data on the "Memory Stick". Do not turn the power off , eject the "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, image data may become damaged. If " MEMORY STICK ERROR" is displayed Reinsert "Memory Stick - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 119
/TRV840), or FINE (DCR-TRV340). (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 display the menu settings. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select STILL SET in , then press the dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 120
Meaning SUPER FINE (SFN) (DCR-TRV740/ TRV840 only) This is the highest image quality in your camcorder. The number of still images you 864 or 640 × 480 image size in the menu settings. (DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only)) 1152 × 864 image size (DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only) Image quality mode Memory capacity - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 121
switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU to display the menu settings. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select STILL SET (still image) (DCR- TRV740/TRV840 only) or MOVIE SET (moving picture) in , then press the dial. (4) Turn the SEL - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 122
240 moving pictures. 160 × 112 Records 160 × 112 moving pictures. Indicator Recording 1152 SFN 640 SFN 320 160 * DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only Maximum recording time of moving pictures (DCR-TRV340 only) Image size Maximum recording time 320 × 240 15 seconds 160 × 112 60 seconds Playback 1152 640 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 123
images 74 images 150 images 300 images 600 images 240 images 485 images 980 images 1970 images *DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only Approximate time of moving pictures you can record on a "Memory Stick" The time you can record on a "Memory Stick" formatted on your camcorder. "Memory Stick" operations 123 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 124
Recording still images on "Memory Stick"s - Memory Photo recording - Except DCR-TRV240 You can record still images on "Memory Stick"s. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 125
Wide mode - Super NightShot - Color Slow Shutter - Picture effects - Digital effects - MEMORY MIX While recording still images on "Memory Stick"s in CAMERA the FIELD mode automatically even you select FRAME in the menu settings. (DCR-TRV340 only) •The image size is automatically set to 640 × 480, - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 126
EXP BRKTG (Recording image size is 640 × 480) (DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only) Your camcorder automatically shoots three images at about 0.5 sec intervals at LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU to display the menu settings. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select STILL SET in - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 127
in the FIELD mode automatically even you select FRAME in the menu settings. (DCR-TRV340 only) The number of images in continuous shooting The number Your camcorder automatically records up to the maximum recordable number of still images. (DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only) When selecting NORMAL (DCR-TRV740 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 128
START/STOP in step 6. To cancel recording, press START/STOP again. To cancel self-timer recording Set SELFTIMER to OFF in the menu settings while your camcorder is in the standby mode. You cannot cancel self-timer recording with Remote Commander. Note The self-timer recording mode is automatically - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 129
Superimposing a still image in the "Memory Stick" on an image - MEMORY MIX - Except DCR-TRV240 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 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 130
. •Insert a "Memory Stick" is recorded still images into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) In the standby mode, press MEMORY MIX. The last recorded or last composed image appears on the lower part of the screen as a thumbnail image. (3) Press MEMORY+/- to select the still - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 131
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 M. OVERLAP You cannot change the still image or the mode setting. During recording - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 132
Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" is recorded still images into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK MEMORY MIX. The last recorded or last composed image appears on the lower part of the screen as a thumbnail image. (3) Press MEMORY+/- to select the - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 133
Superimposing a still image in the "Memory Stick" on an image - MEMORY MIX 2 MEMORY MIX M. CHROM 100-0021 Still image 3 4 M. LUMI 5 100-0021 M. LUMI I I I 100-0021 6 M. LUMI I 100-0021 To change the still image to superimpose Do either of the following: - Press MEMORY+/- before step 7. - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 134
on your computer or shot with other equipment You may not be able to play modified images back with your camcorder. During camcorder are protected (p. 170). While using the MEMORY MIX function •The image is recorded in the FIELD mode automatically even you select FRAME in the menu settings. (DCR - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 135
from a tape as still images - Except DCR-TRV240 Your camcorder can read moving image data recorded on a tape recorded in the Digital8 system, and record it as a still image on a "Memory Stick." Your camcorder can also capture moving image data through the input connector and record it as a still - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 136
still images When you press PHOTO on the Remote Commander Your camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen when is recorded in the FIELD mode automatically even you select FRAME in the menu settings. (DCR-TRV340 only) •The image size is automatically set to 640 × 480, even if you - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 137
Recording images from a tape as still images Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) DV DV OUT (optional) DV modes on the tape recorded in Hi8/ standard 8 system - When attempting to input images that are distorted due to poor radio wave reception when a TV tuner unit is in use - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 138
from a tape - PHOTO SAVE - Except DCR-TRV240 Using the search function, you can automatically capture only still images from tapes recorded in the Digital8 system and record them on a "Memory Stick" in sequence. Before operation • Insert a tape recorded in the Digital8 system and rewind the tape - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 139
or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, image data may become damaged. If the write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK "NOT READY" appears on the screen when you select PHOTO SAVE in the menu settings. When you change the "Memory Stick" during copying Your camcorder resumes copying from - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 140
- Except DCR-TRV240 You can record moving pictures with sound on "Memory Stick"s. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set - Fader - Picture effects - Digital effects - Titles - Digital zoom (DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only) - SteadyShot (DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only) - Sports lesson - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 141
CODE on the Remote Commander during playback. Various settings cannot be recorded. During recording on "Memory Stick" Do not eject the cassette tape from your camcorder. During ejecting the tape, sound is not recorded on the "Memory Stick." 141 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 142
pictures from a tape as moving pictures - Except DCR-TRV240 Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on tapes and record it as a moving picture on a "Memory Stick." Your camcorder can also capture moving picture data through the input connector and record it as a moving picture on - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 143
battery pack. Otherwise, image data may become damage. If " AUDIO ERROR" is displayed Sound that cannot be recorded by your camcorder has been recorded. Connect the A/V connecting cable to input during recording - Between the scenes recorded in the Digital8 system and in the Hi8/standard 8 system. - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 144
as moving pictures Recording a moving picture from external equipment Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Play back an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and the TV or VCR. 144 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 145
pictures Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable recorded in Hi8/ standard 8 system - When attempting to input images that are distorted due to poor radio wave reception recording stops automatically if the picture is disrupted. - When the input signal is cut off When " REC ERROR" is displayed - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 146
Digital program editing (on "Memory Stick"s) - Except DCR-TRV240 You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto "Memory Stick"s. Making the program (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder the first program is set, then the bottom part of the program mark changes to light blue - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 147
Stick" operations Recording edited pictures as a moving picture - Digital program editing (on "Memory Stick"s) 7,9 REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE REC MENU 8 VIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL START IMAGESIZE 0:08:55:06 1 OUT TOTAL 0 SEC [ 32015SEC] [MENU] : END 10 VIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 148
Digital program editing (on "Memory Stick"s) Notes •Digital program editing works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •You cannot dub the titles or display indicators. •You cannot operate recording during Digital over the maximum recording time (DCR-TRV340 only) The program mark changes - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 149
Stick" up to the place where you pressed x. To end the Digital program editing function Your camcorder stops when the dubbing ends. Then the display returns to VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings. Press MENU to end the Digital program editing function. NOT READY appears on the LCD screen when: - The - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 150
Memory Photo playback - Except DCR-TRV240 You can play back still images recorded on a "Memory Stick". You can also play back six images including moving pictures in order at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 151
screen •Before operation connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. •When operating memory photo playback image playback 640 21 / 40 100-0021 MEMORY PLAY Image size (DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only) Image number/Total number of recorded images Print mark - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 152
order in which images are recorded on the "Memory Stick". These numbers are different from the data file names (p. 116). Image data modified on your computer or shot with other equipment These files are sometimes not displayed on the index screen. 152 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 153
- MPEG movie playback - Except DCR-TRV240 You can play back moving pictures recorded on a "Memory Stick." You can also play back six images including still images in order at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 154
Viewing moving pictures - MPEG movie playback Screen indicators during moving picture playback 320 2 / 20 MOV00001 MEMORY PLAY 0:12 --- --- JUL 4 2002 12:05:56 PM Data directory number/File number Image size Picture number/Total number of recorded pictures Memory playback Protect Recording - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 155
recorded on "Memory Stick"s on your computer - Except DCR-TRV240 You can view data recorded on the "Memory Stick" on your computer. Note Data recorded on the "Memory Stick" is stored in the following formats. Make sure that applications that support these file formats are installed on your - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 156
the USB driver on the computer. The USB driver is packaged together with application software for viewing images on the CD-ROM supplied with your camcorder. If you installed the USB driver in "Viewing images recorded on tape on your computer" (p. 96), start from step 5. For Windows XP users The USB - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 157
the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your computer recognizes the camcorder, and the Windows Add Hardware Wizard starts. (7) Follow the on-screen messages to make the Add Hardware Wizard recognize the hardware. The Add Hardware Wizard starts two times because two different USB drivers are installed. Be - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 158
USB driver has been registered incorrectly as your computer was connected to your camcorder before installation of the USB driver was completed. Perform the following procedure to correctly install the USB driver. Step1: Uninstall the incorrect USB driver 1 Turn on your computer and allow Windows - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 159
switch to MEMORY. (4) Connect one end of the USB cable to the (USB) jack on the camcorder and the other end to the USB connector on your computer. USB MODE appears on the screen of your camcorder. (5) Open "My Computer" on Windows and double-click the newly recognized drive (Example: "Removable - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 160
camcorder to your computer, install the USB driver on the computer. The USB driver is packaged together with application software for viewing images on the CD-ROM supplied with your camcorder. Do not connect the USB cable to your computer before installation of the USB driver is completed. For Mac - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 161
"Memory Stick" operations Viewing images recorded on "Memory Stick"s on your computer (3) Click "USB Driver" to open the folder containing the six files related to "Driver". (4) Select all six files, and drag and drop them into the System Folder. (5) When the message appears, click "OK." (6) - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 162
the "Memory Stick" icon to the Trash or select Eject under the Special menu. (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 Shutting down your computer, then unplug the USB cable or eject the "Memory Stick". 162 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 163
camcorder was formatted from your computer when the USB cable was connected. •Do not compress the data on the "Memory Stick." Compressed files cannot be played back on your camcorder. Software •Depending on your application software . For Windows Me users (The drive recognizing your camcorder is - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 164
images recorded on "Memory Stick"s to tape - Except DCR-TRV240 You can copy still images recorded on "Memory Stick"s and record them to tapes. Before operation • Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder. • Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Using - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 165
index screen. If you press EDITSEARCH during pause mode Memory playback stops. Image data modified on your computer or shot with other equipment You may not be able to copy modified images with your camcorder. If you press DISPLAY in the standby or recording mode You can see memory playback and the - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 166
Except DCR-TRV240 You can enlarge still images recorded on a "Memory Stick." You can select and view a desired part from the enlarged still image. Also, you can copy the desired part of the enlarged still image to tapes or "Memory Stick"s. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 167
Stick"s - Memory PB ZOOM To cancel memory PB ZOOM mode Press PB ZOOM. The PB ZOOM mode is canceled when the following buttons are pressed: - MENU - MEMORY PLAY - MEMORY INDEX - MEMORY +/- Moving pictures recorded on "Memory Stick"s The PB ZOOM mode does not work. To record an image processed by PB - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 168
in a continuous loop - SLIDE SHOW - Except DCR-TRV240 You can automatically play back images in sequence. This function is useful especially when checking recorded images or during a presentation. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 169
Playing back images in a continuous loop - SLIDE SHOW To view recorded images on TV Before operation, connect your camcorder to a TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. If you change the "Memory Stick" during operation The slide show function does not operate. If you change - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 170
Preventing accidental erasure - Image protection - Except DCR-TRV240 You can protect selected images, to prevent accidental erasure of important images. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 171
"Memory Stick" operations Deleting images - DELETE - Except DCR-TRV240 You can delete images stored in a "Memory Stick." You can delete all images or only selected images. Deleting selected images Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 172
images in the "Memory Stick." Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU to display the menu settings. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select DELETE ALL in - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 173
"Memory Stick" operations Deleting images - DELETE To cancel deleting all the images in the "Memory Stick" Select RETURN in step 4, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC. While DELETING appears Do not turn the POWER switch or press any buttons. If the write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 174
Writing a print mark - PRINT MARK - Except DCR-TRV240 You can specify a recorded still image to print out by writing a print mark. This function is useful for printing out still images later. Your camcorder conforms to the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard for specifying still images to - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 175
"Memory Stick" operations Writing a print mark - PRINT MARK If the write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK You cannot write print marks on still images. Moving pictures You cannot write print marks on moving pictures. While the file name is flashing You cannot write the print mark on - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 176
Using the optional printer - Except DCR-TRV240 You can use the printer (optional) on your camcorder to print images on print paper. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the printer. There are various ways of printing still images. The following, however, describes how to print by - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 177
"Memory Stick" operations Using the optional printer Images recorded in the multi screen mode You cannot print images recorded in the multi screen mode on sticker type print paper. Moving pictures recorded on "Memory Stick" You cannot print moving pictures. When "Memory Stick" has no files " NO - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 178
correct trouble If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If "C:ss:ss" appears on the screen or the display window - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 179
of trouble and how to correct trouble Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions An unknown picture is displayed on the screen. • If 10 minutes elapse after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or DEMO MODE is set to ON in the menu settings without a cassette inserted, your camcorder automatically - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 180
operating temperature is too low. • The battery pack is not charged enough. c Charge the battery pack fully again (p. 13). • The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged. c Replace with a new battery pack (p. 12). The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 181
Troubleshooting Types of trouble and how to correct trouble When operating using the "Memory Stick" - Except DCR-TRV240 Symptom "Memory Stick" formatted incorrectly is inserted. c Format the "Memory Stick" on your camcorder or use another "Memory Stick" (p. 111, 118). • The write-protect tab on - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 182
/or Corrective Actions Digital program editing to a tape does not function. • The input selector on the VCR is not set correctly. c Check the connection and set the input selector on the VCR again (p. 75) • Your camcorder is connected to DV equipment of other than Sony using the i.LINK cable (DV - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 183
the date and time return to their defaults.) (p. 203). Image data cannot be transferred by the USB connection. • The USB cable was connected before installation of the USB driver was completed. c Uninstall the incorrect USB driver and re-install the USB driver (p. 97, 158). Troubleshooting 183 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 184
the battery pack. After reconnecting the power source, operate your camcorder. • A malfunction that you cannot service has occurred. c Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and inform them of the 5-digit code. (example: E:61:10) If you are unable to rectify the problem - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 185
messages appear on the screen or in the display window, check the following. See the page in parentheses "( )" for more information. Warning indicators 100-0001 C:21:00 Troubleshooting 100-0001 Warning indicator as to file (except DCR-TRV240) Slow flashing: •The file is corrupted. •The file is - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 186
• FOR "InfoLITHIUM" BATTERY ONLY Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (p. 189). with sound that cannot be recorded by your camcorder on "Memory Stick"* (p. 143). • input signal before retrying recording* (p. 137, 145). • NO PRINT MARK** You selected MARKED in 9PIC PRINT in the menu DCR-TRV240 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 187
play back the tape on this camcorder. Mosaic pattern noise may appear when you play back standard 8 tape on other VCRs (including other DCR-TRV240/TRV340/TRV740/TRV840). Note Tapes recorded in the Digital8 system cannot be played back on Hi8 (analog) system machine. is a trademark. is a trademark - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 188
Digital8 system When you play back a Digital8 system tape which is dubbed from a dual sound track tape recorded in the DV system, set HiFi SOUND to the desired mode in the menu system, set HiFi SOUND to the desired mode in the menu settings (p. 105). Sound from speaker HiFi Sound Mode Playing - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 189
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 TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 190
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 TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 191
on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant DV input/output jack. This section describes the i.LINK standard and its features. What is "i.LINK"? i.LINK is a digital serial interface for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in two directions between equipment having the i.LINK jack, and for - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 192
, make sure that application software supported by this unit is already installed on the personal computer. For details on precautions when connecting this unit, also refer to the operating instructions of the equipment to be connected. Required i.LINK cable Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to-4-pin cable - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 193
, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b]. AC-L10A/L10B/L10C [a] [b] Your camcorder is an NTSC system based camcorder. If you want to view the playback picture on a TV, it must be an NTSC system based TV with VIDEO/AUDIO input jack. The following shows TV color systems used overseas - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 194
, or on the lens. In this state, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or your camcorder may not operate correctly. If there is moisture inside your camcorder, the beep sounds and the % indicator flashes. When the Z indicator flashes at the same time, the cassette is inserted in - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 195
When you playback/record in the Digital8 system The video head may be When you play back in the Hi8/Standard 8 (analog) system The video head may be dirty when: • problem occurs, clean the video heads with the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (optional). Check the picture and if the above problem - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 196
• Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC power adaptor). • For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in these operating instructions. • If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 197
camcorder to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired. Connection to your computer When inputting the image recorded by Hi8/standard 8 system into Sony •Prevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the connecting section. If this happens, a short may - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 198
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 TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 199
signal NTSC color, EIA standards Recommended cassette Hi8/Digital8 video DCR-TRV240: 1 030 g (2 lb 4 oz) DCR-TRV340/TRV740: 1 040 g (2 lb 4 oz) DCR-TRV840: 1 070 g (2 lb 5 oz) including the battery pack (NP-FM30 or NP-FM50), 120min. Hi8 cassette, lens cap and shoulder strap Supplied accessories - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 200
× 2 1/2 in. ) (w/h/d) excluding projecting parts Mass (approx.) 280 g (9.8 oz) excluding power cord Battery pack Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Mean output NP-FM50: 76 g (2.7 oz) Type Lithium ion "Memory Stick" (except DCR-TRV240) Memory Flash memory 8MB: MSA-8A Operating voltage 2.7 - 3.6 V Power - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 201
- Quick Reference - Identifying parts and controls Camcorder 5 1 6 7 2 8 3 9 4 0 1 Lens cap (p. 21) 2 LCD screen (p. 21) 3 OPEN button (p. 21) 4 VOLUME -/+ button (p. 34) 5 Battery pack (p. 12) 6 BATT (battery) release lever (p. 12) 7 POWER switch (p. 21) 8 START/STOP button (p. 21) 9 Hooks - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 202
Identifying parts and controls qa qs qd qf qg qh qa SUPER NS/COLOR SLOW S button (p. ) qj REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE REC qk ql w; wa ws wd qk NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 29) ql Display window (p. 208) w; FOCUS button (p. 54) wa FADER button (p. 45) ws BACK LIGHT button (p. 28) wd Remote sensor 202 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 203
Identifying parts and controls wh MEMORY PLAY MEMORY MIX DELETE MPEG INDEX wj wf wk INDEX button (p. 152) wj DISPLAY button (p. 35) wk MENU button (p. 105) wl SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 105) e; EXPOSURE button (p. 53) * Except DCR-TRV240 Attaching the lens cap Attach the lens cap to the grip - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 204
microphone or printer (except DCR-TRV240). •The intelligent accessory shoe is linked to the POWER switch, allowing you to turn the power supplied by the shoe on and off. Refer to the operating instructions of the accessory for further information. •The intelligent accessory shoe has a safety device - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 205
Identifying parts and controls r; ra rd rs rf rg rk rh Quick Reference rj rl t; r; equipment. This jack has the same function as the jack indicated as CONTROL L or REMOTE. * Except DCR-TRV240 rh Eyecup rj Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 25) rk OPEN/EJECT switch (p. 20) rl Tripod - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 206
Identifying parts and controls ta ts ta S VIDEO jack (p. 38, 71, 136) ts AUDIO/VIDEO jack (p. 38, 71, 136) Fastening the grip strap td tf td DV IN/OUT jack (p. 72, 137) The DV IN/OUT jack is i.LINK compatible. tf (USB) jack (p. 97, 157) Fasten the grip strap firmly. 206 - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 207
parts and controls Remote Commander The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on your camcorder function identically to the buttons on your camcorder. to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid erroneous remote control operation. If you use another Sony VCR in - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 208
Identifying parts and controls Operation indicators LCD screen and Viewfinder Display window 1 qd 2 qf 2 wj 3 qg 4 3 Remaining battery time (p. 27, 35) 4 Zoom (p. 24)/Exposure (p. 53) 5 Fader (p. 45)/Digital effect (p. 49, 64) 6 Wide mode (p. 42)/FRAME indicator (except DCR-TRV240) (p. - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 209
L i.LINK 191 Image protection 170 Image quality mode 119 Image size 121 Index screen 152 "InfoLITHIUM" battery ...... 189 Infrared rays emitter 29 Insert editing 92 Intellingent accessory shoe 204 Interval recording 55 JPEG 116 LANC jack 205 LUMINANCEKEY 48 M, N Main sound 188 Manual - Sony TRV740 | Operating Instructions - Page 210
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SERIES
TM
©2002 Sony Corporation
Model No.
DCR-TRV
Model No.
AC-
Serial No.
Serial No.
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the
serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
3-072-650-
12
(1)
DCR-TRV240/TRV340/TRV740/
TRV840
Digital
Video Camera
Recorder
DCR-TRV740