Sony TRV840 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 Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCR-TRV Model No. AC- Serial No. Serial No. DCR-TRV740 TM SERIES DCR-TRV240/TRV340/TRV740/ TRV840 ©2002 Sony - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
Sony Handycam. With your Handycam, you can capture life's precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use. You will soon be producing home video -Ion batteries. "Memory Stick" THIS DEVICE COMPLIES - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV240, DCR- TRV340 Responsible Party: Sony SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV740, DCR- TRV840 Responsible Party: Sony approved in this manual could void your authority the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
images recorded 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 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 21) 8 USB cable (1) (p. 96, 156) 9 "Memory Stick" (1) (except DCR-TRV240) (p. 116) 0 CD-ROM (SPVD-008 USB Driver) (1) (p. 96, 156) Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc. 5 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
Table of contents Main features 4 Checking supplied accessories 5 Quick Start Guide 8 Getting Started Using this manual 10 Step 1 Preparing the power supply ... 12 Installing the battery pack 12 Charging the battery pack 13 Connecting to a wall outlet 17 Step 2 Setting the date and time - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
on "Memory Stick"s - Memory PB ZOOM 166 Playing back images in a continuous loop - SLIDE SHOW 168 Preventing accidental erasure - Image protection 170 Deleting images - DELETE 171 Writing a print mark - PRINT MARK 174 Using the optional printer 176 Troubleshooting Types of trouble and how - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 8
Quick Start Guide This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses "( )" for more information. Connecting the power cord (p. 17) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 12). Open the DC IN jack cover. Connect the plug with its v - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
screen (p. 34) 2 Press m to rewind the tape. REW 3 Press N to start playback. PLAY Quick Start Guide OFCFR(CHG) 1 Set the POWER switch to VCR while pressing the small green button. V POWER CAM M Note Do not pick up your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the LCD panel, or the battery pack. 9 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
6.2 cm (2.5 type) TRV840 z z 420× 8.8 cm (3.5 type) z Provided - Not provided * The models with MEMORY marked on the POWER switch is provided with memory functions. See page 116 for details. Before using your camcorder With your digital camcorder, you can use Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes. Your - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
Getting Started Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder • The LCD 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 or outdoors. - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 12
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack down until it clicks. 1 2 To remove the install the large-capacity battery pack If you install the NP-FM70/QM71/FM90/QM91/FM91 battery pack on your camcorder, extend its viewfinder. 12 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the plug's v mark facing up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. (4) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Charging begins. The remaining battery time is indicated in minutes on the display window. When - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
the battery pack fully again so that the indication on the remaining battery time indicator is correct. When you use the AC power adaptor Place the AC power adaptor near a wall outlet. If any trouble occurs with this unit, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet as soon as possible to cut off the - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Getting Started Charging time Battery pack NP-FM30 1) NP-FM50 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- - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
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 closed 105 170 355 415 540 625 DCR-TRV840 Battery pack NP-FM30 NP-FM50 ( - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 17
pack is attached to your camcorder. •The DC IN jack has "source priority". This means that the battery pack cannot supply any power if the power cord is connected to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is not plugged into a wall outlet. Using a car battery Use Sony Car Battery Adaptor (optional - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
POWER switch to CAMERA/MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240) unless you set the date and time settings. If you do not use your camcorder for about half a year, the date and time settings may be cleared from memory MENU 2 SETUP MENU CLOCK SET USB STREAM USBCONNECT LTR SIZE LANGUAGE DEMO MODE RETURN - -:- - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
as follows: 1995 T t 2002 T t 2079 If you do not set the date and time is recorded on the tape and the "Memory Stick". (except DCR-TRV240) Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle. •12:00 AM stands for midnight. •12:00 PM stands for noon. 19 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
. •If you use standard 8 tape, be sure to play back the tape on your camcorder. 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 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
and insert a cassette. 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 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
you record a tape in the LP mode on your camcorder, we recommend that you play back the tape on your camcorder. Note on the LOCK switch (except DCR-TRV240) When you slide the LOCK switch to the right, the POWER switch can no longer be set to MEMORY accidentally. The LOCK switch is released as the - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
about 180 degrees to the lens side. 180° 90° When closing the LCD panel, set it vertically until it clicks, and swing it into the camcorder body. Note When using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode, the viewfinder automatically turns off. When you use the LCD screen outdoors in - Sony TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 25
Recording - Basics Recording a picture Adjusting the viewfinder If you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. Lift up the viewfinder and move the - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 26
feature to check his or her own image on the LCD screen while you look at the subject in the viewfinder. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240). Rotate the LCD screen 180 degrees. The indicator appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD screen. Xz appears in the standby - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 27
POWER switch is set to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240). Date This is displayed for five seconds after the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240 to be displayed. Time code (for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system only) The time code indicates the recording or playback time - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 28
you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the backlight function. In CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240) mode, press BACK LIGHT. The . indicator appears on the screen. To cancel, press BACK LIGHT again. BACK LIGHT If you press EXPOSURE - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 29
. For 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 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 30
the daytime). This may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •When you keep when using the NightShot function, focus manually. •You cannot use the Color Slow Digital effects - Exposure - PROGRAM AE - Memory Photo recording (except DCR-TRV240 the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240) You - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 31
mode. Note The self-timer recording mode is automatically canceled 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 TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 34
Commander supplied with your camcorder. (1) Install the power source and insert the recorded tape. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR while VOLUME. When you close the LCD panel, sound is muted. 4 REW 5 PLAY 2 V POWER OFCFR(CHG) E ERMAORY CAM M 6 3 VOLUME 1 To stop playback Press x. When - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 35
DISPLAY Playback - Basics DISPLAY About date/time and various settings Your camcorder automatically records not only pictures on the tape but also the ) (Data code). Use the Remote Commander for this operation. 1 Set the POWER switch to VCR, then playback a tape. 2 Press DATA CODE on the Remote - Sony TRV840 | 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 displayed. Various playback modes To operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to VCR. To playback pause - Sony TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 38
AC power adaptor (p. 17). 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/VCR selector on the TV to VCR. : Signal flow S VIDEO AUDIO / VIDEO IN S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO - Sony TRV840 | 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) (p. 105) (1) In the standby mode, keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a still image appears. The CAPTURE - Sony TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 41
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 POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR. 41 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 42
- 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 - You connect your camcorder to a TV that is compatible with the video ID (ID-1/ID-2) system. 42 - You connect your - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 43
system The ID-2 system sends a copyright protection signal with ID-1 signals inserted between video signals when you connect your camcorder to other equipment by an A/V connecting cable. If 16:9WIDE is set to ON (DCR-TRV240/TRV340 only) The SteadyShot function does not work. If you set 16:9WIDE to - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 44
Using the fader function You can fade in or out to give your recording a more professional appearance. [a] STBY FADER REC M.FADER (mosaic) BOUNCE 1) 2) OVERLAP 2) WIPE 2) DOT 2) [b] STBY REC MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to color. When fading - Sony TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 46
Using the fader function While using the bounce function, you cannot use the following functions: - Focus - Zoom - Picture effects Note on the bounce function The BOUNCE indicator does not appear in the following mode or functions: - When D ZOOM is activated in the menu settings - Wide mode - - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 47
EXEC dial to select the desired picture effect mode, then press the dial. MENU 2 MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE OFF P EFFECT NEG. ART D EFFECT SEPIA FLASH MODE B&W FLASH LVL - OLD MOVIE with the digital effect function. - Memory Photo recording (except DCR-TRV240) When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG - Sony TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 49
screen. In the STILL and LUMI. modes, the still image is stored in memory. (5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the effect as follows: stronger the digital effect. The bars appear in the following modes: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL. Advanced Recording Operations MENU 2 MANUAL SET D EFFECT - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 50
mode: - Wide mode - Picture effects - PROGRAM AE When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) Digital effects are automatically canceled. When recording in the slow shutter mode Auto focus may not be effective. Focus manually using a tripod. Shutter speed Shutter speed number SLOW SHTR 1 SLOW SHTR - Sony TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 52
MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240) mode, press MENU to display the menu settings. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PROGRAM AE in , then press the dial. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired mode. MENU 2 MANUAL lesson - Beach & ski •Your camcorder is set to focus only on distant - Sony TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 54
can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases. Normally, subject in the background. •Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod. (1) In CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240) mode, press FOCUS. The 9 indicator appears on the screen. (2) Turn the focus ring to - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 55
Advanced Recording Operations Interval recording You can make a time-lapse recording by setting your camcorder to automatically record and standby sequentially. You can achieve an excellent recording for flowering, gradual appearances, etc., with this function. Example 1 s [a] 9 min 59 s [b] - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 56
2SEC [MENU] : END To cancel interval recording Perform either of the following: - Set INT. REC to OFF in the menu settings. - Set the POWER switch to other than CAMERA. To perform normal recording during interval recording You can perform normal recording only once during INTERVAL. Press START - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 57
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 - Set FRAME REC to OFF in the menu settings. - Set the POWER switch to other than CAMERA. Note The remaining tape time is not indicated correctly - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 58
Superimposing a title You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles (p. 60). You can also select the language, color, size and position of titles. VACATION (1) In the standby mode, press TITLE to display the title menu. The title menu display appears on the screen. (2) Turn the - Sony TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 60
titles You can make up to two titles and store them in your camcorder. Each title can have up to 20 characters. (1) In the /PUSH EXEC dial to select [SET], then press the dial. The title is stored in memory. (8) Press TITLE to make the title menu disappear. 1 TITLE PRESET TITLE HELLO! HAPPY - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 61
you take three minutes or longer to enter characters in the standby mode while a cassette is in your camcorder The power automatically goes off. The characters you have entered remain stored in memory. Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) once, and turn it to CAMERA again, then proceed from step 1. We - Sony TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 65
the operation described here, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on "Memory Stick"s (except DCR-TRV240) (p. 166). (1) In the The image moves leftward (Turn the dial upwards.) (4) Except DCR-TRV240: Adjust the zoom ratio by the power zoom lever. You can enlarge the image from 1.1 times - Sony TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 67
Operations Quickly locating a scene - ZERO SET MEMORY Your camcorder goes forward or backward to automatically stop at MEMORY N Notes •The zero set memory function works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •When you press ZERO SET MEMORY before rewinding the tape, the zero set memory - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 68
4 2002 JUL 5 2002 DEC 31 2002 [a] [b] [c] (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •If one day's recording is less than two minutes, your camcorder may not accurately find the point - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 69
for these operations. Searching for a photo (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander playback. Each time you press . or > your camcorder searches for the previous or next photo. Your camcorder automatically starts playback from the photo. 2 SEARCH MODE - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 70
photo - PHOTO SEARCH/PHOTO SCAN Scanning photo (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote 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 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 71
on the VCR. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. Editing S VIDEO AUDIO / VIDEO : Signal flow IN S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO VCR When you have finished dubbing a tape Press x on both your camcorder and the VCR. You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems: 8 mm, Hi8, VHS, S-VHS - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 72
the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) to DV IN/OUT on your camcorder and to DV IN/OUT on the DV products. With a digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing. You cannot dub the screen indicators. (1) Insert a blank - Sony TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 74
by frame. You can set up to 20 programs. Your camcorder can dub on "Memory Stick"s (except DCR-TRV240). See page 146 for more information. Unwanted scene Unwanted scene Switch the order Before operating the Digital program editing function on tapes recorded other equipment Step 1 Connecting - Sony TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 76
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: OTHERS - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 77
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 94*, 101 Goldstar/LG 47 GO VIDEO 71 Hitachi 8, 42, 78 HQ - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 78
- Digital program editing the VCR, then press the dial. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. VIDEO EDIT 0:08:55:06 EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST " is N. (3) Setting your camcorder and the VCR to face each other Locate the infrared rays emitter of your camcorder and face it towards the - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 79
desired scenes - Digital program editing (on IR SETUP REC PAUSE PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURN RETURN EXECUTE [MENU] : END 3 VIDEO EDIT 0:08:55:06 EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST "CUT-IN" "CUT- camcorder at least 30 cm (12 in.) away from the VCR. •Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. 79 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 80
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 to select VIDEO EDIT, then press the dial. For DCR-TRV340/TRV740/TRV840 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 81
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: OTHERS - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 82
scenes - Digital program editing (on tapes) Step 3: Adjusting the synchronization of the VCR You can adjust the synchronization of your camcorder and the VCR. Have a pen and paper ready for notes. Before operation, eject the cassette from your camcorder if inserted. (1) Set the POWER switch to - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 83
Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing (on tapes) Editing 3 VIDEO EDIT 0:08:55:06 EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST RETURN "CUT-IN" EXECUTE "CUT-OUT" IR SETUP ENGAGE PAUSEMODE REC PAUSE IR TEST RETURN [MENU] : END 7 VIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST "CUT-IN" "CUT-OUT" IR - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 84
your camcorder, and insert a tape for recording into the VCR. (2) Press MENU to display the menu settings. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (4) For DCR-TRV240: Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT, then press the dial. For DCR-TRV340/TRV740/TRV840: Turn - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 85
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: OTHERS - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 86
programs (1) For DCR-TRV240: Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT, then press the dial. For DCR-TRV340/TRV740/TRV840: Select VIDEO EDIT in the have set Press MENU. The program is stored in memory until the tape is ejected. Notes •Digital program editing does not work when PB MODE is - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 87
the following procedure is not necessary. When you use a digital video camera recorder, set its power switch to VCR/VTR. (1) For DCR-TRV240: Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT, then press the dial. For DCR-TRV340/TRV740/TRV840: Select VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings. Turn the SEL/PUSH - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 88
Notes •You need to install software that supports the exchange video signals. •Depending on the state of the analog video signals, your computer may not be able to output the images correctly when you convert analog video signals into digital video signals via your camcorder. Depending on the analog - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 89
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 POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (3) Press z REC and the button on its right simultaneously on your camcorder, then immediately press X on your camcorder - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 90
VCR has an S video jack Pictures can be reproduced more faithfully by using an S video 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 and the TV or - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 91
products. With a digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing. (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder, and insert the recorded tape into the VCR on your camcorder. (2) Set the POWER switch to - Sony TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 93
stops near the zero point on the counter. Your camcorder automatically stops. The end point [c] of the insert stored in memory is canceled. 5 REC Editing 4 ZERO SET MEMORY 0:00:00 ZERO SET MEMORY To change the insert end point Press ZERO SET MEMORY again after step 5 to make the ZERO SET - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 94
from your camcorder to your computer, you can process or edit them in image processing software and append them to e-mail. Connecting with USB cable and viewing images on your computer •Installing the USB driver (p. 96) •Installing "PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony" (p. 100) •Capturing images with - Sony TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 97
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 adaptor, and set the POWER switch - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 98
2000 Professional: Select "My Computer" t "Control Panel" t "System" t "Hardware" tab, and click the "Device Manager" button. For Windows 98SE/Windows Me: Select "My Computer" t "Control Panel" t "System", and click the "Device Manager" button. 5 Select and delete the underlined devices below - Sony TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 103
outlet. (2) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. Select USB STREAM to ON in in the menu settings (p. 105). (3) Follow the steps (5) to (7) on page 101, 102. The image from your camcorder appears live in the preview window. Capturing images Preview window Capturing still images (1) Click . (2) Click - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 104
has been registered incorrectly as your computer was connected to your camcorder before installation of the USB driver was completed. Reinstall the USB driver following the procedure on page 97. If any trouble occurs Close all running applications, then restart it. Carry out the following operations - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 105
Customizing Your Camcorder - Customizing Your Camcorder - Changing the menu settings To 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] - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 106
MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET (except DCR-TRV240) PRINT SET (except DCR-TRV240 , 63) To add special effects using the various digital functions (p. 48, 64) To fire the flash POWER switch CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA VCR CAMERA VCR CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA MEMORY - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 107
Changing 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/ TRV840) z OFF 30× 420× PHOTO REC* z MEMORY TAPE 16:9WIDE STEADYSHOT z OFF ON z ON OFF FRAME REC INT. REC z OFF ON ON z OFF SET Meaning - Sony TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 109
the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. POWER switch CAMERA VCR MEMORY To darken To lighten z BRT following bar CAMERA VCR MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY VF B.L. To get the viewfinder screen CAMERA VCR MEMORY Notes on LCD B.L. and percent during recording. •When you use power sources other than the battery pack, - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 110
To always display the remaining capacity of the "Memory Stick" To write a print mark on recorded still images you want to print out later (p. 174) To cancel print marks on still images VCR MEMORY VCR MEMORY VCR MEMORY 1) Except DCR-TRV240 2) For DCR-TRV740/TRV840, the default setting is SUPER FINE - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 111
flashes during formatting. COMPLETE appears when formatting is finished. POWER switch VCR MEMORY MEMORY VCR VCR MEMORY MEMORY MEMORY Notes on formatting * •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 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 112
bar POWER switch MEMORY MEMORY CAMERA VCR CAMERA VCR** CAMERA VCR Note on PRINT SET * 9PIC PRINT and DATE/TIME are displayed only when an external printer (optional) is connected to the intelligent accessory shoe. Notes on the LP mode • When you record a tape in the LP mode on your camcorder, we - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 113
demonstration appear To cancel the demonstration mode POWER switch CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY CAMERA * DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only Notes on DEMO MODE •You cannot select DEMO MODE when a cassette is inserted in your camcorder. •The DEMO MODE default setting is - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 114
TV or VCR. (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 - Sony TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 116
"Memory Stick"- Introduction - Except 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 cable for "Memory Stick - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 117
it with this camcorder (p. 111). However, formatting erases all information on the "Memory Stick." •"Memory Stick" and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. •Windows and Windows Media are either Furthermore, "™" and "®" are not mentioned in each case in this manual. "Memory Stick" operations 117 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 118
lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or knock your camcorder because your camcorder is reading the data from the "Memory Stick" or recording the data on the "Memory Stick". Do not turn the power off , eject the "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, image data may become damaged - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 119
"Memory Stick" operations Using "Memory Stick"- Introduction Selecting the still image quality mode You can select the image quality mode in still image recording. The default setting is SUPER FINE (DCR-TRV740/TRV840), or FINE (DCR-TRV340). (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR or MEMORY. Make sure that - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 120
Using "Memory Stick"- Introduction Image quality settings Setting Meaning SUPER FINE (SFN) (DCR-TRV740/ TRV840 only) This is the highest image quality in your camcorder. The number of still images you can record is less than in FINE mode. The image is compressed to about 1/3. FINE (FINE) Use - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 121
"Memory Stick"- Introduction Selecting the image size You can select either of two image sizes Still images (DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only): 1152 × 864 or 640 × 480. The default setting is 1152 × 864. Moving pictures: 320 × 240 or 160 × 112 The default setting is 320 × 240. (1) Set the POWER switch - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 122
"Memory Stick"- Introduction Image size settings Setting Meaning 1152 × 864* Records 1152 × 864 still images. 640 × 480* Records 640 × 480 still images. 320 × 240 Records 320 × 240 moving pictures. 160 × 112 Records 160 × 112 moving pictures. Indicator Recording 1152 SFN 640 SFN 320 160 * DCR - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 123
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 of moving pictures you can record of moving pictures you can record on a "Memory Stick" formatted on your camcorder. "Memory Stick" operations 123 - Sony TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 125
on "Memory Stick"s - Memory Photo recording When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work: - Wide mode - SUPER NIGHTSHOT - Color Slow Shutter - Fader - Picture effects - Digital effects - Titles - Digital zoom (DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only) - SteadyShot (DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 126
Recording still images on "Memory Stick"s - Memory Photo recording Recording images continuously You can record still images continuously. Select one of the three modes described below before recording. NORMAL [a] (DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only) Your camcorder shoots up to four still images in 1152 × - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 127
number of images you can shoot continuously varies depending on the image size and the capacity of the "Memory Stick." (DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only) When shooting with the self-timer function or the Remote Commander Your camcorder automatically records up to the maximum recordable number of still images - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 128
MENU [MENU] : END To record moving pictures on "Memory Stick"s with the selftimer Press START/STOP in step 6. To cancel recording, press START/STOP again. To cancel self-timer recording Set SELFTIMER to OFF in the menu settings while your camcorder is in the standby mode. You cannot cancel self - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 129
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 on a tape or a "Memory Stick". (However, you can record - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 130
images on a tape Before operation •Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder. •Insert a "Memory Stick" is recorded still images into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) In the standby mode, press MEMORY MIX. The last recorded or last composed image appears on the lower part - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 131
pictures recorded on "Memory Stick"s. •When the overlapping still image has a large amount of white, the thumbnail image of the picture may not be clear. Image data modified on your computer or shot with other equipment You may not be able to play modified images back with your camcorder. When you - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 132
Superimposing a still image in the "Memory Stick" on an image - MEMORY MIX Recording superimposed images on a "Memory Stick" as a still image Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" is recorded still images into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 133
a still image in the "Memory Stick" on an image - MEMORY MIX 2 MEMORY MIX M. CHROM 100-0021 Still image 3 4 M. LUMI 5 100-0021 M. LUMI I I I 100-0021 6 M. LUMI I 100-0021 To change the still image to superimpose Do either of the following: - Press MEMORY+/- before step 7. - Press the - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 134
Stick" supplied with your 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-TRV340 only) •The image size is automatically set to 640 × 480, even if you set IMAGESIZE to 1152 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 135
Recording images 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 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 136
camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen when you press the button. Titles superimposed on tapes You cannot record titles on the "Memory Stick IMAGESIZE to 1152 × 864 in the menu settings. (DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only) Recording a still image from external equipment Before operation - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 137
in Hi8/ standard 8 system - When attempting to input images that are distorted due to poor radio wave reception when a TV tuner unit is in use "Memory Stick" operations 137 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 138
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. • Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 139
access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or knock your camcorder. As well do not turn the power off, eject the "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, image data may become damaged. If the write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK "NOT READY" appears on the screen when - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 140
Recording moving pictures on "Memory Stick"s - MPEG movie recording - 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 the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left ( - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 141
slightly larger compared with the angle of view in CAMERA mode. When using an external flash (optional) Turn the power of the external flash off when recording moving pictures on "Memory Stick"s. Otherwise, the charging sound for the flash may be recorded. Recording date/time The date/time are not - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 142
Recording 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 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 143
are not recorded. The picture may be recorded on the "Memory Stick" incorrectly if: - You turn the POWER switch during recording - You press any video control buttons during recording - Between the scenes recorded in the Digital8 system and in the Hi8/standard 8 system. Moving pictures processed - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 144
Set the POWER switch to video jack Pictures can be reproduced more faithfully by using an S video 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 145
disrupted. - When the input signal is cut off When " REC ERROR" is displayed Recording is discontinued, and image data is not saved. During recording on "Memory Stick" Do not eject the cassette tape from your camcorder. During ejecting the tape, sound is not recorded on the - Sony TRV840 | 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 scene you want to insert using the video operation buttons, then pause playback. (10 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 147
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 START IMAGESIZE 0:08 - Sony TRV840 | 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 program editing on "Memory Stick recording time (DCR-TRV340 only) The - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 149
automatically stops. To stop dubbing during editing Press x using the video operation buttons. The program you made is recorded on a "Memory 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 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 150
- Except DCR-TRV240 You can play back still images recorded on a "Memory Stick". You can also play back six images including moving pictures in order at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 151
connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. •When operating memory photo playback on Memory Stick" The message " NO FILE" appears. Screen indicators during still image playback 640 21 / 40 100-0021 MEMORY PLAY Image size (DCR-TRV740/TRV840 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 152
image. (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 . This indicates the order in which images are recorded on the "Memory Stick". These numbers are different from the data file names (p. 116). - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 153
- Except DCR-TRV240 You can play back moving pictures recorded on a "Memory Stick." You can also play back six images including still images in order at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 154
PLAY 0:12 --- --- JUL 4 2002 12:05:56 PM Data directory number/File number Image size Picture number/Total number of recorded pictures Memory playback Protect Recording date/time. (Various settings are displayed as "- - -".) Recording date/time You can view recording date/time by pressing DATA - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 155
Viewing images 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 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 156
your camcorder before installation of the USB driver was completed. Reinstall the USB driver following the procedure on page 158. (1) Turn on the power of your computer and allow Windows to load. (2) Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. The application software screen - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 157
-screen messages to install the USB driver. (5) Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder, connect the AC power adaptor and set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (6) Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder with the USB connector on your computer using the supplied USB cable. USB MODE appears on the LCD - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 158
the incorrect USB driver 1 Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load. 2 Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. 3 Connect the AC power adaptor, and set the POWER switch to MEMORY. 4 Connect the USB connector on your computer to the (USB) jack on your camcorder using the USB cable supplied - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 159
on your computer and allow Windows to load. (2) Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder, and connect the AC power adaptor to your camcorder and then to a wall outlet. (3) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (4) Connect one end of the USB cable to the (USB) jack on the camcorder and the other end to - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 160
on "Memory Stick"s Power Mac G4 with the Mac OS 8.6 standard installation The USB connector must be provided as standard. Installing the USB driver Before connecting your camcorder to your computer, install the USB driver on the computer. The USB driver is packaged together with application software - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 161
operations Viewing images recorded on "Memory Stick"s on your computer (3) Click "USB Driver" to open the folder containing the six files related to "Driver". (4) Select all six files, and drag and drop them into the System Folder. (5) When the message appears, click "OK." (6) Restart your computer - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 162
your computer and allow Mac OS to load. (2) Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder, and connect the AC power adaptor to your camcorder and then to a wall outlet. (3) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (4) Connect one end of the USB cable to the (USB) jack on the camcorder and the other end to the - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 163
used on your camcorder, or if the "Memory Stick" in your camcorder was formatted from your computer when the USB cable was connected. •Do not compress the data on the "Memory Stick." Compressed files cannot be played back on your camcorder. Software •Depending on your application software, the file - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 164
"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 the video control - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 165
Memory Stick" operations Copying images recorded on "Memory Stick"s to tape During copying You cannot operate the following buttons: - MEMORY PLAY - MEMORY INDEX - MEMORY DELETE - MEMORY MIX - MEMORY your camcorder. If you press DISPLAY in the standby or recording mode You can see memory playback - Sony TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 167
mode is canceled when the following buttons are pressed: - MENU - MEMORY PLAY - MEMORY INDEX - MEMORY +/- Moving pictures recorded on "Memory Stick"s The PB ZOOM mode does not work. To record an image processed by PB ZOOM on "Memory Stick"s Press PHOTO to record the image processed by PB ZOOM. To - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 168
loop - SLIDE SHOW - Except DCR-TRV240 You can automatically play back images in sequence. This function is useful especially when checking recorded images or during a presentation. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 169
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 the - Sony TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 171
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 VCR. Make sure that the - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 172
Deleting images - DELETE Deleting all images You can delete all unprotected images in the "Memory Stick." Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU to display - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 173
images - DELETE To cancel deleting all the images in the "Memory Stick" Select RETURN in step 4, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC. While DELETING appears Do not turn the POWER switch or press any buttons. If the write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK You cannot delete images. 173 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 174
is useful for printing out still images later. Your camcorder 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 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 175
" 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 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 176
to the operating instructions of the printer. There are various ways of printing still images. The following, however, describes how to print by selecting in the menu settings on your camcorder. (p. 105) Before operation • Insert a recorded "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. • Attach the optional - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 177
mode You cannot print images recorded in the multi screen mode on sticker type print paper. Moving pictures recorded on "Memory Stick" You cannot print moving pictures. When "Memory Stick" has no files " NO STILL IMAGE FILE" appears on the screen. When there are no files with a PRINT MARK " NO - Sony TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 179
while recording in a bright place. c Set it to ON (p. 105). In the playback mode Troubleshooting Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions The tape does not move when a video control button is pressed. • The POWER switch is not set to VCR. c Set it to VCR (p. 34). The playback button does - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 180
and how to correct trouble In the recording and playback modes Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions The power does not turn on. • The battery pack is not installed, or is dead or nearly dead. c Install a charged battery pack (p. 12, 13). • The AC power adaptor is not connected to a wall - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 181
Troubleshooting Types of trouble and how to correct trouble When operating using the "Memory Stick" - Except DCR-TRV240 Symptom The "Memory Stick" does not function. Recording does not function. The image cannot be deleted. You cannot format the "Memory Stick". Deleting all the images cannot be - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 182
to AUTO. (p. 105) Digital program editing to a "Memory Stick" does not function. (except DCR-TRV240) • Setting program on a blank portion of the tape is attempted. c Set the program again on a recorded portion (p. 146). The Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder does not work. • COMMANDER - Sony TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 184
. 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 even if you try - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 185
your camcorder, and leave it for about one hour with the cassette compartment open (p. 194). Warning indicator as to "Memory Stick"* (except DCR-TRV240) Slow flashing: • No "Memory Stick" is inserted. Warning indicator as to "Memory Stick" formatting (except DCR-TRV240) Fast flashing: •"Memory Stick - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 186
• DELETING** You have pressed PHOTO during deleting all images on "Memory Stick."* • FORMATTING** You have pressed PHOTO during formatting a "Memory Stick."* • NOW CHARGING Charging an external flash (optional) does not work correctly.* 186 * You hear the melody or beep. ** Except DCR-TRV240 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 187
standard 8 tape, be sure to play back the tape on this camcorder. Mosaic pattern noise may appear when you play back standard 8 tape on other VCRs (including other DCR-TRV240/TRV340/TRV740/TRV840). Note Tapes recorded in the Digital8 system cannot be played back on Hi8 (analog) system machine. is - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 188
playback When you playback a dual sound track tape When you use tapes recorded in the Digital8 system When you play back a Digital8 system tape which is dubbed from a dual sound track tape recorded in the DV system Main sound Sub sound You cannot record dual sound programs on your camcorder. 188 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 189
°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F) until the backlight of the display window goes out, indicating that the battery pack is fully charged. If you charge to turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) when not taking shots or playing back on your camcorder. The battery pack is also consumed when your camcorder is in the - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 190
the battery from the 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 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 191
i.LINK is a digital serial interface for handling digital video, digital audio and other data IEEE 1394 data transport bus proposed by SONY, and is a trademark approved by many baud rate is listed under "Specifications" in the operating instructions of each equipment. It is also indicated near the i. - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 192
also be connected to other i.LINK (DV) compatible equipment made by SONY (e.g. VAIO series personal computer) other than video equipment. Before connecting this unit to a personal computer, make sure that application software supported by this unit is already installed on the personal computer. For - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 193
a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b]. AC-L10A/L10B/L10C [a] [b] Your camcorder is an NTSC system based camcorder. If you want to view the playback picture on a TV, it must be an NTSC system based TV with VIDEO/AUDIO input jack - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 194
the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this state, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or your camcorder may not operate correctly. If there is moisture inside your camcorder, the beep sounds and the % indicator flashes. When the Z indicator flashes at the same time, the - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 195
video heads To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. When you playback/record in the Digital8 system The video the above problem occurs, clean the video heads with the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (optional). Check the picture and if the above problem persists, repeat - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 196
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 it any further. • Avoid - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 197
. •Do not let sand get into your camcorder. When you use your camcorder on a sandy beach or in a dusty place, Sony VAIO The Program Capture function of DVgate motion doesn't work. To use this function, dub the image into a Digital8 or DV tape first, and then input it into your Sony VAIO. AC power - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 198
not disassemble nor modify the battery pack. • Attach the battery pack to the video equipment securely. • Charging while some capacity remains does not affect the original battery water and then consult a doctor. If any problem occurs, unplug your camcorder and contact your nearest Sony dealer. 198 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 199
pixels (Camera mode) Approx. 1 000 000 pixels (Memory mode) Lens Combined power zoom lens Filter diameter 37 mm (1 1/2 in.) DCR-TRV240/TRV340: 25× (Optical), 700× (Digital) DCR-TRV740/TRV840: 15× (Optical), 420× (Digital) Focal length DCR-TRV240/TRV340: 2.4 - 60 mm (1/8 - 2 3/8 in.) When converted - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 200
/16 × 2 1/4 in.) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) NP-FM30: 65 g (2.3 oz) 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 consumption Approx. 45 mA in the operating mode Approx. 130 µA in the standby mode Dimensions - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 201
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 for shoulder strap 0 DC IN jack (p. 13) Attaching the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap supplied with your camcorder to the hooks for the shoulder strap. Quick Reference - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 202
Lens qf Microphone qg Camera recording lamp (p. 21) qh Infrared rays emitter (p. 29) qj Video control buttons (p. 34, 36) x STOP (stop) m REW (rewind) N PLAY (playback 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 - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 203
button (p. 150) MEMORY + button (p. 150) MEMORY MIX button (p. 130) MEMORY DELETE button (p. 171) MPEG u button (p. 153) MEMORY INDEX button (p. 152) wj DISPLAY button (p. 35) wk MENU button (p. 105) wl SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 105) e; EXPOSURE button (p. 53) * Except DCR-TRV240 Attaching the lens - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 204
"Memory Stick" slot* (p. 118) ek Access lamp* (p. 118) el END SEARCH button (p. 32, 37) Notes on the intelligent accessory shoe •The intelligent accessory shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light or microphone or printer (except DCR-TRV240). •The intelligent accessory shoe - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 205
rd MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack Connect an external microphone (optional). This jack also accepts a "plug-in-power" microphone. rf i (headphones) jack rg LANC jack LANC stands for Local Application Control Bus System. The LANC control jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video equipment - Sony TRV840 | 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 TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 207
the camcorder after turning on the camcorder. 7 ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 67) 8 START/STOP button (p. 21) 9 DATA CODE button (p. 35) 0 Power zoom are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid erroneous remote control operation. If you use another Sony VCR in the Commander - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 208
window 1 qd 2 qf 2 wj 3 qg 4 50min SP REC 0:00:00 W T qh 3 5 M.FADER 16:9WIDE ZERO SET MEMORY 45)/Digital effect (p. 49, 64) 6 Wide mode (p. 42)/FRAME indicator (except DCR-TRV240) (p. Manual focusing (p. 54) qd Self-timer (except DCR-TRV240) (p. 31, 41, 128) qf STBY/REC (p. 21)/Video - Sony TRV840 | Operating Instructions - Page 209
Intellingent accessory shoe 204 Interval recording 55 JPEG 116 LANC jack 205 LUMINANCEKEY 48 M, N Main sound 188 Manual focus 54 Memory chromakey 129 Memory luminancekey ........ 129 MEMORY MIX 129 Memory overlap 129 Memory PB ZOOM 166 Memory photo recording .... 124 "Memory Stick 116 - Sony TRV840 | 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