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Page 2 - WARNING; DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY.; Declaration of Conformity; SONY; “Memory Stick”

2 Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder. With your DigitalHandycam, you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your DigitalHandycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use. You wil...

Page 3 - For customers in CANADA; CAUTION

3 Note: This equipment has been tested and found tocomply with the limits for a Class B digitaldevice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to providereasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. Thisequipment generates, uses, and can radi...

Page 4 - Main Features; Taking moving or still images, and playing them back; the digital zoom power in

4 Main Features Taking moving or still images, and playing them back • Recording a picture (p. 21)• Recording a still image on a tape (p. 38)• Playing back a tape (p. 31)• Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s (p. 112) (DCR-TRV18 only)• Recording moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s (p. 120) (DCR-...

Page 5 - Checking supplied accessories

5 Getting started Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 178) 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 13) 3 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 178) 4 NP-FM30 batt...

Page 7 - Troubleshooting; Table of contents

7 Getting started Superimposing a still picture in a “Memory Stick” on a movingpicture – MEMORY MIX ............. 124 Copying still images from a tape – Photo save .................................. 127 Viewing a still picture – Memory photo playback .......... 129 Viewing a moving picture – MPEG mo...

Page 8 - Quick Start Guide; Inserting a cassette; Connect the plug with its; EJECT in the

Quick Start Guide 8 Quick Start Guide This chapter introduces you to the basic features of yourcamcorder. See the page in parentheses “( )” for moreinformation. Inserting a cassette (p. 20) Connecting the power cord (p. 17) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 12). Open the DC...

Page 9 - REW; Recording a picture; NOTE; Press; Viewfinder; Set the POWER switch to CAMERA

Quick Start Guide 9 VCR CAMERA MEMORY OFF(CHG) REW PLAY POWER VCR CAMERA MEMORY OFF(CHG) POWER Recording a picture (p. 21) Monitoring the playback picture on the LCD screen (p. 31) When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set to off. If you want to recordthe date and time for a picture...

Page 10 - — Getting started —; Using this manual; Types of differences; Provided; Note on Cassette Memory; The functions you can operate only with the cassette memory are:

10 — Getting started — Using this manual The instructions in this manual are for the two models listed in the table below. Beforeyou start reading this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model numberby looking at the bottom of your camcorder. The DCR-TRV18 is the model used forillustrati...

Page 11 - Note on TV color systems; a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight

11 Getting started Note on TV color systems TV color systems differ from country to country. To view your recordings on a TV, youneed an NTSC system-based TV. Copyright precautions Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted.Unauthorized recording of such material...

Page 12 - Step 1 Preparing the power supply; Installing the battery pack; Install the battery pack to use your camcorder outdoors.; To remove the battery pack; Lift up the viewfinder.

12 Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Install the battery pack to use your camcorder outdoors. ( 1 ) Lift up the viewfinder. ( 2 ) Slide the battery pack down until it clicks. To remove the battery pack ( 1 ) Lift up the viewfinder. ( 2 ) Slide the battery pack out in the ...

Page 13 - Charging the battery pack; mark; When the remaining battery indicator changes to; normal charge; fully charge the battery; After charging the battery pack; Note

13 Getting started Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after charging it for your camcorder.Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (M series).See page 160 for details of “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. ( 1 ) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor ...

Page 14 - When the battery pack is charged fully; “FULL” appears in the display window.; Remaining battery time indicator; “– – – min” appears in the display window.; Charging time; Approximate minutes to charge an empty battery pack at 25 °C (77 °F).

14 When the battery pack is charged fully “FULL” appears in the display window. Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time you record with the viewfinder is displayed.The remaining battery time indicator in the display window indicates the approximaterecording time with the viewfind...

Page 15 - Recording time; Approximate minutes when you use a fully charged battery

15 Getting started Recording time DCR-TRV15 Recording with Recording with Battery pack the viewfinder the LCD screen Continuous* Typical** Continuous* Typical** NP-FM30 (supplied) 125 65 90 45 NP-FM50 200 110 150 75 NP-FM70 415 225 310 165 NP-FM90 630 345 475 255 NP-FM91 725 395 550 290 DCR-TRV18 Re...

Page 16 - Playing time; What is ”InfoLITHIUM”?

16 Playing time DCR-TRV15 Battery pack Playing time Playing time on LCD screen with LCD closed NP-FM30 (supplied) 100 135 NP-FM50 160 220 NP-FM70 335 450 NP-FM90 505 685 NP-FM91 585 785 DCR-TRV18 Battery pack Playing time Playing time on LCD screen with LCD closed NP-FM30 (supplied) 85 130 NP-FM50 1...

Page 17 - Connecting to a wall outlet; Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor.; • Place the AC power adaptor near a wall outlet.; Using a car battery

17 Getting started Connecting to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from awall outlet using the AC power adaptor. ( 1 ) Open the DC IN jack cover, pulling the cover out a little and rotating it.Connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your cam...

Page 18 - Step 2 Setting the date and time

18 1995 T · · · · t 2001 T · · · · t 2079 Set the date and time settings when you use your camcorder for the first time. “CLOCKSET” will be displayed each time that you set the POWER switch to CAMERA/MEMORY (DCR-TRV18 only) unless you set the date and time settings.If you do not use your camcorder f...

Page 19 - If you do not set the date and time

19 Getting started Step 2 Setting the date and time If you do not set the date and time “– –:– –:– –” is recorded on the data code of the tape and the “Memory Stick” (DCR-TRV18only). Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle.• 12:00 AM stands for mid...

Page 20 - Step 3 Inserting a cassette; To eject a cassette; Follow the procedure above, and take out the cassette in step 3.; Slide the write-protect tab on the cassette to expose the red mark.; When ejecting a cassette; Do not press EDITSEARCH.

20 Step 3 Inserting a cassette ( 1 ) Install the power source. ( 2 ) Slide OPEN/ EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens. ( 3 ) Push the middle portion of the back of the cassette to insert.Insert the cassette in a straight line...

Page 21 - — Recording – Basics —; Your camcorder automatically focuses for you.; Notes

21 Recording – Basics — Recording – Basics — Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for you. ( 1 ) Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on its sides and attatch the lenscap to the grip strap. ( 2 ) Install the power source and insert a cassette. See “Step 1” to “Step 3” for m...

Page 22 - Adjusting the LCD screen; indicator appears

22 Note on the LOCK switch (DCR-TRV18 only) When you slide the LOCK switch to the right, the POWER switch can no longer be setto MEMORY accidentally. LOCK switch is set to the left before your camcorder leavesthe factory. To enable smooth transition Transition between the last scene you recorded and...

Page 23 - When you use the LCD screen outdoors in direct sunlight; Xz; Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen; LCD screen backlight; After recording

23 Recording – Basics When you use the LCD screen outdoors in direct sunlight The LCD screen may be difficult to see. If this happens, we recommend that you use theviewfinder. Picture in the mirror mode The picture on the LCD screen is a mirror-image. However, the picture will be normalwhen recorded...

Page 24 - Adjusting the viewfinder; Viewfinder backlight; Using the zoom feature

24 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 viewfindercome into sharp focus. Lift up the viewfinder and move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever. Viewfin...

Page 25 - Zoom greater than 10; Indicators displayed in the recording mode; The indicators are not recorded on tapes.; This appears when using a tape with cassette memory.

25 Recording – Basics To use zoom greater than 10 × Zoom greater than 10 × is performed digitally. To activate digital zoom, select the digital power in D ZOOM in the menu settings (p. 97). The digital zoom function is set to OFFas a default settings. (p. 97) When you shoot close to a subject If you...

Page 26 - Shooting backlit subjects – BACK LIGHT; indicator appears on the screen.

26 Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator roughly indicates the recording time. Theindicator may not be correct, depending on the conditions in which you are recording.When you close the LCD panel and open it again, it takes about one minute for thecorrect remaining ba...

Page 27 - Shooting in the dark – NightShot/Super NightShot; slide NIGHTSHOT to OFF.; Using Super NightShot; indicator flashes on the; Using the NightShot Light; This may cause your camcorder to malfunction.

27 Recording – Basics Shooting in the dark – NightShot/Super NightShot The NightShot function enables you to shoot a subject in a dark place. For example, youcan satisfactorily record the environment of nocturnal animals for observation whenyou use this function. In CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV18 only)...

Page 28 - While using the Super NightShot function; You cannot use the Super NightShot function.; NightShot Light

28 While using the Super NightShot function The shutter speed is automatically adjusted depending on the brightness. At that time,the moving picture may be slow down. While using the Super NightShot function, you cannot use the followingfunctions: – Exposure– PROGRAM AE– Fader– Digital effect– White...

Page 29 - To stop the countdown; Set SELFTIMER to OFF in the menu settings in the standby mode.

29 Recording – Basics Recording a picture To stop the countdown Press START/STOP.To restart the countdown, press START/STOP again. To record still images using the self-timer Press PHOTO in step 6. (p. 39) To cancel self-timer recording Set SELFTIMER to OFF in the menu settings in the standby mode. ...

Page 30 - End search function; Checking the recording; END

30 You can use these buttons to check the recorded picture or shoot so that the transitionbetween the last recorded scene and the next scene you record is smooth. END SEARCH You can go to the end of the recorded section after you record. Press END SEARCH in the standby mode.The last five seconds of ...

Page 31 - — Playback – Basics —; Playing back a tape; Install the power source and insert the recorded tape.; To stop playback; When monitoring on the LCD screen; Make sure that the LCD panel is set vertically.

31 Playback – Basics — Playback – Basics — Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture on the screen. If you close the LCD panel, you canmonitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can control playback using theRemote Commander supplied with your camcorder. ( 1 ) Install the pow...

Page 32 - To display the screen indicators – Display function; Using the data code function; Use the Remote Commander for this operation.

32 To display the screen indicators – Display function Press DISPLAY on your camcorder or the Remote Commander supplied with yourcamcorder.The indicators appear on the LCD screen.To make the indicators disappear, press DISPLAY again. Using the data code function Your camcorder automatically records ...

Page 33 - Recording data; Various playback modes

33 Playback – Basics Playing back a tape Recording data Recording data is your camcorder’s information when you have recorded. In therecording mode, the recording data will not be displayed. When you use the data code function, bars (-- -- --) appear if: • A blank portion of the tape is being played...

Page 34 - To search the last scene recorded (END SEARCH); In the various playback modes

34 Playing back a tape To view the picture frame-by-frame Press C on the Remote Commander in the playback pause mode. For frame-by-frame playback in the reverse direction, press c . To resume normal playback, press N . To search the last scene recorded (END SEARCH) Press END SEARCH in the stop mode....

Page 35 - If your TV is already connected to a VCR; If your TV or VCR has an S video jack

35 Playback – Basics Connect your camcorder to your TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with yourcamcorder to watch the playback picture on the TV screen. You can operate the videocontrol buttons in the same way as when you monitor playback pictures on the screen.When monitoring the playback p...

Page 36 - Using the AV cordless IR receiver; Before operation; To cancel the super laser link function; Viewing the recording on TV; SUPER LASER LINK

36 Using the AV cordless IR receiver Once you connect the AV cordless IR receiver (optional) to your TV or VCR, you caneasily view the picture on your TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of theAV cordless IR receiver. Before operation Attach the power supply such as the AC power ada...

Page 37 - If you turn the power off; The super laser link function turns off automatically.; If you use a Sony TV; • The above feature may not work on some TV models.

37 Playback – Basics Viewing the recording on TV If you turn the power off The super laser link function turns off automatically. If you use a Sony TV • You can turn on the TV automatically when you press SUPER LASER LINK. To do so, make sure you:– Turn the TV’s main switch on.– Set AUTO TV ON to ON...

Page 38 - — Advanced Recording Operations —; Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording; • The PHOTO button does not work:; To record clear and less fluctuated still pictures

38 — Advanced Recording Operations — Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording You can record a still picture like a photograph. This mode is useful when you want toprint a picture using a video printer (optional).You can record about 510 pictures in the SP mode and about 765 pictures...

Page 39 - In the standby mode, press MENU to display the menu settings.; To cancel self-timer recording; MENU

39 Advanced Recording Operations Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording Self-timer recording You can record still images on tapes with the self-timer. You can also use the RemoteCommander for this operation. ( 1 ) In the standby mode, press MENU to display the menu settings. ( 2 ) ...

Page 40 - Printing the still picture; If the video printer is equipped with S video input; LINE IN; S VIDEO

40 Printing the still picture You can print a still picture by using the video printer (optional). Connect the videoprinter using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder.Connect it to the AUDIO/VIDEO jack and connect the yellow plug of the cable to thevideo input of the video printer. ...

Page 42 - To cancel the wide mode; In the wide mode, you cannot select the following functions:

42 You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE).Black bands appear on the screen during recording in 16:9WIDE mode [ a ]. The picture during a playback on a normal TV [ b ] or on a wide-screen TV [ c ] is compressed in the widthwise direction. If you set the scre...

Page 43 - MONOTONE; Fade in only; Using the fader function; FADER

43 Advanced Recording Operations You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to color.When fading out, the picture gradually changes from color to black-and-white. * Fade in only Using the fader ...

Page 44 - To cancel the fader function; You cannot use the fader function.

44 Using the fader function ( 1 ) When fading in [ a ] In the standby mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes. When fading out [ b ] In the recording mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes.The indicator changes as follows:FADER t M.FADER t BOUNCE t MONOTONE t...

Page 45 - : The color and brightness of the picture are reversed.; SEPIA; The picture gets sepia.; In CAMERA mode, select P EFFECT in; To cancel the picture effect function; Set P EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings.; When you turn the power off; Your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode.; Using special effects – Picture effect

45 Advanced Recording Operations You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on TV. NEG. ART [ a ] : The color and brightness of the picture are reversed. SEPIA : The picture gets sepia. B&W : The picture appears in monochrome (black-and-white). SOLARIZE [ b...

Page 46 - Using special effects – Digital effect; STILL; Still picture

46 Using special effects – Digital effect You can add special effects to recorded pictures using the various digital functions. Thesound is recorded normally. STILL You can record a still picture so that it is superimposed on a moving picture. FLASH (FLASH MOTION) You can record still pictures succe...

Page 47 - In CAMERA mode, select D EFFECT in; To cancel the digital effect function

47 Advanced Recording Operations Using special effects – Digital effect ( 1 ) In CAMERA mode, select D EFFECT in in the menu settings (p. 97). ( 2 ) Select the desired digital effect mode in the menu settings, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.The bars appear, in the STILL and LUMI. modes. The still...

Page 48 - • The following functions do not work during digital effect:; The digital effect will be automatically canceled.; When recording in the slow shutter mode; Auto focus may not be effective. Focus manually using a tripod.; Shutter speed

48 Using special effects – Digital effect Notes • The following functions do not work during digital effect: – Fader– Low lux mode of PROGRAM AE (The low lux indicator flashes.)– Tape photo recording– Super NightShot • The PROGRAM AE function does not work in the slow shutter mode.• The following fu...

Page 49 - Using the PROGRAM AE function; Spotlight; This mode makes subjects brighter in insufficient light.

49 Advanced Recording Operations Using the PROGRAM AE function You can select PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to suit your specific shootingrequirements. Spotlight This mode prevents people’s faces, for example, from appearing excessively whitewhen shooting subjects lit by strong light in the theate...

Page 50 - Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select; To turn the PROGRAM AE function off; Set PROGRAM AE to AUTO in the menu settings.; • The following functions do not work in the PROGRAM AE mode:; While WHT BAL is set to AUTO in the menu settings; You can adjust the exposure.

50 Using the PROGRAM AE function ( 1 ) Press MENU to display menu settings in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV18only) mode. ( 2 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial (p. 97). ( 3 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PROGRAM AE, then press the dial. ( 4 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC di...

Page 52 - Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the brightness.; To return to the automatic exposure mode; Press EXPOSURE again.; Adjusting the exposure manually

52 You can manually adjust and set the exposure. Adjust the exposure manually in thefollowing cases:– The subject is backlit– Bright subject and dark background– To record dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully ( 1 ) In CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV18 only) mode, press EXPOSURE. Theexposure indica...

Page 53 - Turn the focus ring to sharpen focus.; To return to the autofocus mode; To focus precisely; Focusing manually

53 Advanced Recording Operations You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases:•The autofocus mode is not effective when shooting – subjects through glass coated with water droplets– horizontal stripes– subjects with little contrast with backgrounds such as walls...

Page 54 - Interval recording

54 Interval recording You can make a time-lapse recording bysetting the camcorder to automatically recordand standby sequentially. You can achieve anexcellent recording for flowering, emergence,etc., with this function. [ a ] Recording time [ b ] Waiting time ( 1 ) Press MENU to display the menu in ...

Page 55 - Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial.; To cancel the interval recording; You cannot do interval recording in memory mode.; On recording time

55 Advanced Recording Operations Interval recording ( 6 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial. ( 7 ) Press MENU to erase the menu display. The interval recording indicatorflashes. ( 8 ) Press START/STOP to start interval recording. The interval recordingindicator lights up....

Page 56 - Frame by frame recording – Cut recording

56 Frame by frame recording – Cut recording You can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect using cut recording. To

Page 57 - — Advanced Playback Operations —; Playing back a tape with picture effects; In the playback or playback pause mode, select P EFFECT in; the pictures on the VCR, using your camcorder as a player.; Pictures processed by the picture effect function; The picture effect function is automatically canceled.

57 Advanced Playback Operations — Advanced Playback Operations — Playing back a tape with picture effects During playback, you can process a scene using the picture effect functions: NEG. ART,SEPIA, B&W and SOLARIZE. ( 1 ) In the playback or playback pause mode, select P EFFECT in in the menu se...

Page 58 - Set D EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings.; pictures on the VCR, using your camcorder as a player.; Pictures processed by the digital effect function; The digital effect function is automatically canceled.; Playing back a tape with digital effects

58 During playback, you can process a scene using the digital effect functions: STILL,FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL. ( 1 ) In the playback or playback pause mode, select D EFFECT in in the menu settings (p. 97). ( 2 ) Select the desired digital effect mode in the menu settings, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC...

Page 59 - appears on the screen.; To cancel the PB ZOOM function

59 Advanced Playback Operations You can enlarge still and moving playback pictures. You can also dub the enlargedpictures to tapes or copy to “Memory Stick”s (DCR-TRV18 only) (p. 121).You can also enlarge still play back images recorded on “Memory Stick” (DCR-TRV18only) (p. 140). ( 1 ) In the playba...

Page 60 - function will be canceled.; If a tape has a blank portion in the recorded portions; The zero set memory function may not work correctly.; Zero set memory functions also in the standby mode

60 Your camcorder goes forward or backward to automatically stop at a desired scenehaving a tape counter value of “0:00:00”. You can do this with the Remote Commander. ( 1 ) In the playback mode, press DISPLAY. ( 2 ) Press ZERO SET MEMORY at the point you want to locate later. The tapecounter shows ...

Page 61 - To stop searching

61 Advanced Playback Operations Searching the boundaries of recordedtape by title – Title search If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can search for the boundaries ofrecorded tape by title. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Before operation Set CM SEARCH in to ON in the menu settin...

Page 62 - Searching for the date by using cassette memory; • Set CM SEARCH in

62 You can automatically search for the point where the recording date changes and startplayback from that point. Use a tape with cassette memory for convenience. Use theRemote Commander for this operation.Use this function to check where recording dates change or to edit the tape at eachrecording d...

Page 63 - Searching for the date without using cassette memory; Searching a recording by date – Date search

63 Advanced Playback Operations Note If one day’s recording is less than two minutes, your camcorder may not accurately findthe point where the recording date changes. In the mark • The bar in the mark indicates the present point on the tape. • The mark in the indicates the actual point you are tryi...

Page 64 - Searching for a photo by using cassette memory; In the

64 You can search for a still picture you have recorded on a tape (photo search) . You can also search for still pictures one after another and display each picture for fiveseconds automatically regardless of cassette memory (photo scan) . Use the Remote Commander for these operations.Use this funct...

Page 65 - Searching for a photo without using cassette memory; Scanning photo; To stop scanning; Searching for a photo – Photo search/Photo scan

65 Advanced Playback Operations Searching for a photo without using cassette memory ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to VCR. ( 2 ) Set CM SEARCH in to OFF in the menu settings (p. 100). ( 3 ) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until thePHOTO SEARCH indicator appears.The indicator change...

Page 66 - Using the A/V connecting cable; When you have finished dubbing a tape; You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems; Dubbing a tape; VIDEO

66 Using the A/V connecting cable You can dub or edit on the VCR connected to your camcorder using your camcorder asa player.Connect your camcorder to the VCR using the A/V connecting cable supplied withyour camcorder. Before operation • Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The defalt setting i...

Page 67 - If your VCR has an S video jack; The following functions do not work during digital editing:; DV IN

67 Editing If your VCR has an S video jack Connect using an S video cable (optional) to obtain high-quality pictures.With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/Vconnecting cable.Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and...

Page 68 - Before operating the Digital program editing function; When you dub using the same VCR again, you can skip steps 2 and 3.; Using the Digital program editing function; Step 1: Connecting the VCR; Switch the order

68 You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto a tape without operatingthe VCR.Scenes can be selected by frame. You can set up to 20 programs. Before operating the Digital program editing function Step 1 Connecting the VCR (p. 68). Step 2 Setting the VCR for operation (p. 69, 73). ...

Page 69 - Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the A/V connecting cable; to; Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing

69 Editing Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the A/V connecting cable To edit using the VCR, send the control signal by infrared rays to the remote sensor onthe VCR.When you connect using an A/V connecting cable, follow the procedure below, steps ( 1 ) to ( 4 ) , to send the control signal cor...

Page 71 - (2) Setting the modes to cancel recording pause on the VCR; Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PAUSEMODE, then press the dial.; – Select REC if the button to cancel recording pause is; Setting your camcorder and the VCR to face each other; Remote sensor

71 Editing Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (2) Setting the modes to cancel recording pause on the VCR 1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PAUSEMODE, then press the dial. 2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the mode to cancel recording pauseon the VCR, then press the dia...

Page 72 - Insert a recordable tape into the VCR, then set to recording pause.

72 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (4) Confirming VCR operation 1 Insert a recordable tape into the VCR, then set to recording pause. 2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IR TEST, then press the dial. 3 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.If th...

Page 73 - Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the i.LINK cable

73 Editing Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) When you connect using an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional), follow theprocedure below. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder . ( 2 ) Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set t...

Page 74 - Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ADJ TEST, then press the dial.

74 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing ( 3 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ADJ TEST, then press the dial. ( 4 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.IN and OUT are recorded on an image for 5 times each to calculate thenumerical values for adjus...

Page 76 - Press MENU to display the menu.

76 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing Operation 1: Making the program ( 1 ) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder, and insert a tape forrecording into the VCR. ( 2 ) Press MENU to display the menu. ( 3 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. ( 4 )...

Page 77 - Erasing the program you have set; Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select UNDO, then press the dial.; Erasing all programs

77 Editing Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing Erasing the program you have set Erase OUT first and then IN from the last set program. ( 1 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select UNDO, then press the dial. ( 2 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.The...

Page 78 - Operation 2: Performing Digital program editing; To stop dubbing during editing; To quit the Digital program editing function

78 Operation 2: Performing Digital program editing (Dubbing a tape) Make sure that your camcorder and VCR are connected, and that the VCR is set torecording pause. This procedure is not necessary when you use an i.LINK cable (DVconnecting cable).When you use a digital video camera recorder, set its ...

Page 79 - tapes include copyright protection signals such as ID-2 system.

79 Editing Using with analog video unit andpersonal computer– Signal convert function You can capture images and sound from an analog video unit connected to yourcomputer which has the i.LINK (DV) jack to your camcorder. Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting ...

Page 80 - Recording video or TV programs; If your VCR is a monaural type

80 Recording video or TV programs Using the A/V connecting 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 bla...

Page 83 - Inserting a scene from a VCR – Insert editing; : A tape that contains the scene to be superimposed

83 Editing Inserting a scene from a VCR – Insert editing You can insert a new scene from a VCR onto your originally recorded tape byspecifying the insert start and end points. Use the Remote Commander for thisoperation. Connections are the same as on page 80 or 81.Insert a cassette containing the de...

Page 84 - To change the insert end point; Skip steps 3 and 4. Press

84 To change the insert end point Press ZERO SET MEMORY again after step 5 to erase the ZERO SET MEMORYindicator and begin from step 3. Note The picture and sound recorded on the portion between the insert start and end pointswill be erased when you insert the new scene. If you insert scenes on the ...

Page 85 - Connecting the microphone with the MIC jack; Audio dubbing; Intelligent Accessory Shoe

85 Editing You can record an audio sound to add to the original sound on a tape by connectingaudio equipment or a microphone. If you connect the audio equipment, you can addsound to your recorded tape by specifying starting and ending points. The originalsound will not be erased.Select one of the fo...

Page 87 - Adding an audio sound on a recorded tape; To play back the sound

87 Editing Adding an audio sound on a recorded tape ( 1 ) Insert the recorded tape into your camcorder. ( 2 ) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. ( 3 ) Locate the recording start point by pressing N on the Remote Commander. Then press X at the point where you want to start recording to se...

Page 88 - You cannot add a sound to a recorded tape.; To add new sound more precisely

88 Audio dubbing Notes • New sound cannot be recorded on a tape already recorded in the 16-bit mode (32 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz) (p. 101). • New sound cannot be recorded on a tape already recorded in the LP mode (p. 101).• You cannot add audio with the DV IN/OUT jack.• You cannot add audio on the bl...

Page 89 - Superimposing a title; VACATION

89 Editing Superimposing a title If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can superimpose the title. Whenyou play back the tape, the title is displayed for five seconds from the pointwhere you superimposed it. You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles (p. 92). You can also s...

Page 91 - Erasing a title; To cancel erasing a title; Select RETURN in step 6.

91 Editing Erasing a title ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR, and then press MENU to displaythe menu. ( 2 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select in the menu setting, then press the dial. ( 3 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TITLEERASE, then press the dial.Title erase display appear...

Page 92 - Making your own titles; Press MENU to display the menu in CAMERA or VCR mode.

92 Making your own titles You can make up to two titles and store them in cassette memory. Each title canhave up to 20 characters. ( 1 ) Press MENU to display the menu in CAMERA or VCR mode. ( 2 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. ( 3 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to selec...

Page 93 - To change a title you have stored; new title as desired.; To delete the title

93 Editing To change a title you have stored In step 5, select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET, depending on which title you wantto change, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial toselect [ C ], then press the dial to delete the title. The last character is erased. Enter the new t...

Page 94 - Labeling a cassette

94 Labeling a cassette If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can label a cassette. The label canconsist of up to 10 characters and is stored in cassette memory. When you insertthe labelled cassette and turn the power on, the label is displayed for about fiveseconds.

Page 95 - To erase a character; In step 6 turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [; To change the label you have made; If you set the write-protect tab of the tape to lock; When the label is displayed, up to four titles also appear.; To enter a space

95 Editing To erase a character In step 6 turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [ C ], then press the dial. The last character is erased. To change the label you have made Insert the cassette to change the label, and operate in the same way to make a new label. If you set the write-protect tab of th...

Page 96 - — Customizing Your Camcorder —; Changing the menu settings; If you want to change other items, select

96 — Customizing Your Camcorder — Changing the menu settings To change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The factory settings can partially changed. First, select the icon, thenthe menu item and then the mode. ( 1 ) In CAMERA, MEMORY (DCR-TRV1...

Page 97 - To make the menu display disappear; Menu items are displayed as the following icons:; Selecting the mode setting of each item; is the default setting.

97 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings To make the menu display disappear Press MENU. Menu items are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SETCAMERA SETVCR SETLCD/VF SETMEMORY SET (DCR-TRV18 only)PRINT SET (DCR-TRV18 only)CM SETTAPE SET SETUP MENUOTHERS Selecting the mode settin...

Page 98 - To darken; Notes on the SteadyShot function

98 Meaning To deactivate Cut recording function. To activate Cut recording function (p. 56). To activate Interval recording function (p. 54). To deactivate Interval recording function. To set waiting time and recording time forInterval recording function (p. 54). To play back a stereo tape or dual s...

Page 100 - with this camcorder is not required.

100 Icon/item * FORMAT PHOTO SAVE * 9PIC PRINT DATE/TIME TITLE TITLEERASE TITLE DSPL CM SEARCH TAPE TITLE ERASE ALL Mode z RETURN OK — z RETURN SAME MULTI MARKED z OFF DATE DAY&TIME — — z ON OFF z ON OFF — — Meaning To cancel formatting. To format an inserted “Memory Stick.” 1. Select FORMAT wit...

Page 103 - On file format; Typical image data file name; Using a “Memory Stick”; of the connecting section.; — “Memory Stick” Operations —; Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction; Labeling position

103 “Memory Stick” Operations – DCR-TRV18 only You can record and play back images on a “Memory Stick” supplied with yourcamcorder. You can easily play back, record or delete images. You can exchange imagedata with other equipment such as your computer etc. using the USB cable for“Memory Stick” supp...

Page 104 - “Memory Stick”s formatted by a computer; Notes on image data compatibility; • “Memory Stick” and

104 “Memory Stick”s formatted by a computer “Memory Stick”s formatted by Windows OS or Macintosh computers do not have aguaranteed compatibility with this camcorder. Notes on image data compatibility • Image data files recorded on “Memory Stick”s by your camcorder conform with the Design rule for Ca...

Page 105 - Inserting a “Memory Stick”; mark facing up as illustrated.; Ejecting a “Memory Stick”; Slide; If you extend the viewfinder to the end; You cannot insert or eject a “Memory Stick.”; While the access lamp is lit or flashing

105 “Memory Stick” Operations Inserting a “Memory Stick” Lift up the viewfinder, and insert a “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick” slot as far asit can go with the v mark facing up as illustrated. Ejecting a “Memory Stick” Slide > MEMORY EJECT in the direction of the arrow. If you extend the view...

Page 107 - Image quality settings; FINE

107 “Memory Stick” Operations Image quality settings Setting Meaning FINE (FINE) Use this mode when you want to record high qualityimages. The image is compressed to about 1/6. STANDARD (STD) This is the standard image quality. The image iscompressed to about 1/10. Note In some cases, changing the i...

Page 108 - Selecting the image size; 12 of the moving picture size.

108 Selecting the image size You can select 320 × 240 or 160 × 112 of the moving picture size. The default setting is 320 × 240. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set tothe left (unlock) position. ( 2 ) Press MENU to display the menu. ( 3 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXE...

Page 109 - Image size of still pictures; Image size is automatically set to 640

109 “Memory Stick” Operations Image size of still pictures Image size is automatically set to 640 × 480. Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction 4 3 5 6 1 2 MENU LOCK PLAYER CAMERA MEMORY OFF(CHG) POW ER M E MO R Y S E T MO V I E S E T P R I N T M A R KP R O T E C TS L I D E S H OWD E L E T E A L LF O...

Page 110 - Moving picture size settings; 40 moving pictures.; Maximum recording time of moving pictures

110 Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Moving picture size settings Setting Meaning Indicator Recording Playback 320 × 240 Records 320 × 240 moving pictures. 320 320 160 × 112 Records 160 × 112 moving pictures. 160 160 Maximum recording time of moving pictures Image size Maximum recording time 32...

Page 112 - You can record still pictures on “Memory Stick”s.; Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.

112 Recording still images on “MemoryStick”s – Memory photo recording – DCR-TRV18 only You can record still pictures 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 tothe left (unlock) posit...

Page 113 - When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY; You can neither turn off the power nor press PHOTO.; When you press PHOTO on the Remote Commander

113 “Memory Stick” Operations Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s – Memory photorecording When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work:– Wide TV mode– Digital zoom– SteadyShot function– Super NightShot– Fader– Picture effect– Digital effect– Title– Low lux mode (T...

Page 114 - Recording images continuously; Multi screen mode (Recording image size is 640; You can record nine still pictures continuously on a single page.

114 Recording images continuously You can record still pictures continuously. Select one of the two modes described belowbefore recording. Multi screen mode (Recording image size is 640 × 480) You can record nine still pictures continuously on a single page. While pressing down PHOTO, your camcorder...

Page 115 - If the capacity of the “Memory Stick” becomes full; Setting; SINGLE

115 “Memory Stick” Operations Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s– Memory photo recording If the capacity of the “Memory Stick” becomes full “ FULL” appears on the screen, and you cannot record still pictures on this “Memory Stick.” Continuous shooting settings Setting Meaning (indicator on th...

Page 116 - Self-timer memory photo recording; Press MENU to display the menu settings in the standby mode.

116 Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s– Memory photo recording Self-timer memory photo recording You can record still images on “Memory Stick”s with the self-timer. You can use theRemote Commander for this operation. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the ...

Page 117 - Your camcorder stops momentarily.

117 “Memory Stick” Operations Recording an image from a tape as a stillimage – DCR-TRV18 only Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as a stillimage on a “Memory Stick”. Before operation • Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder.• Insert a “Memory Stick” into...

Page 118 - Sound recorded on a tape; You cannot record the audio from a tape.; Titles have already recorded on tapes; Recording a still image from other equipment; Recording an image from a tape as a still image

118 Sound recorded on a tape You cannot record the audio from a tape. Titles have already recorded on tapes You cannot record the titles on “Memory Stick”s. The title does not appear while youare recording a still picture with PHOTO. When you press PHOTO on the Remote Commander Your camcorder immedi...

Page 120 - You can record moving pictures with sound on “Memory Stick”s.; 12, the maximum recording time is 60; To stop recording; Sound is recorded in monaural.

120 – DCR-TRV18 only 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 tothe left (unlock) position. ( 2 ) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts rec...

Page 122 - Recording a moving picture from other equipment; Set the POWER switch to VCR.; Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture

122 Notes • Sound recorded in 48 kHz is converted to one in 32 kHz when recording images from a tape to “Memory Stick”s. • Sound recorded in stereo is converted to monaural sound when recording from tapes. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike the unit. As well do not turn t...

Page 123 - The “; DV OUT

123 “Memory Stick” Operations If your TV or VCR has an S video jack Connect using an S video cable (optional) to obtain high-quality pictures.With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/Vconnecting cable.Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks o...

Page 126 - To change the still picture to be superimposed; the picture may not be clear.

126 Superimposing a still picture in a “Memory Stick” on a movingpicture – MEMORY MIX Items to be adjusted M. CHROM The color (blue) scheme of the area in the still picture which is to beswapped with a moving picture M. LUMI The color (bright) scheme of the area in the still picture which is to besw...

Page 128 - When the access lamp is lit or flashing; “NOT READY” appears when you select the item in the menu settings.; When you change “Memory Stick”s in the middle of copying; Copying still images from a tape – Photo save

128 To stop or end copying Press MENU. When the memory of the “Memory Stick” is full “MEMORY FULL” appears on the screen, and the copying stops. Insert another“Memory Stick” and repeat the procedure from step 2. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike your camcorder. As well d...

Page 129 - Press MEMORY PLAY. The last recorded image is displayed.; To stop memory photo playback; Press MEMORY PLAY again.; DIRECTORY ERROR” may appear on the screen if the structure of the

129 “Memory Stick” Operations Viewing a still picture– Memory photo playback – DCR-TRV18 only You can play back still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can also play backsix images at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set...

Page 130 - Screen indicators during still image playback

130 To play back recorded images on a TV screen • Connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder before operation. • When operating memory photo playback on a TV or on the LCD screen, the image quality may appear to have deteriorated. This is not a malfun...

Page 131 - Playing back six recorded images at a time (index screen); Press MEMORY INDEX to display the index screen.; A red; To return to the normal playback screen (single screen); mark to the image you want to display on full; These files may not be displayed on the index screen.; Viewing a still picture – Memory photo playback

131 “Memory Stick” Operations Playing back six recorded images at a time (index screen) You can play back six recorded images at a time. This function is especially useful whensearching for a particular image. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switchis set to the l...

Page 132 - To stop MPEG movie playback; Press MPEG; camcorder before operation.; The message “; PLAY

132 Viewing a moving picture– MPEG movie playback – DCR-TRV18 only You can play back moving pictures recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can also playback 6 images including still images in order at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. ( 1...

Page 133 - Screen indicators during moving picture playback; Image size

133 “Memory Stick” Operations Screen indicators during moving picture playback Viewing a moving picture – MPEG movie playback 320 4 0 MO V 0 0 0 0 1 M E MO R Y P L A Y 2 / 2 0 0 : 1 2 min Picture number/Total number of recordedpictures Image size Data directory number/File number Protect indicator R...

Page 134 - Application software; Recommended Windows environment; Viewing images using computer

134 – DCR-TRV18 only You can view data recorded on the “Memory Stick” using your computer. On file format Data recorded on the “Memory Stick” is stored in the following formats. Make sure thatapplications that support these file formats are installed on your computer.• Still images: JPEG format • Mo...

Page 135 - Installing the USB driver; For Macintosh users; USB connector

135 “Memory Stick” Operations Installing the USB driver Before connecting your camcorder to your computer, install the USB driver to thecomputer. The USB driver is contained together with application software for viewingimages on a CD-ROM which is supplied with your camcorder. For Windows 98/98SE, W...

Page 136 - Viewing images; For Windows 98 users; Turn on the power of your computer and allow Windows 98 to load.; Unplug the USB cable/Eject the “Memory Stick”; For Windows 2000/Windows Me users; Eject the “Memory Stick.”

136 Viewing images For Windows 98 users ( 1 ) Turn on the power of your computer and allow Windows 98 to load. ( 2 ) Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB jack on the camcorder and theother end to the USB connector on your computer. ( 3 ) Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder, and connec...

Page 137 - Notes on using your computer; Stick” has been formatted on your computer.; Software; Image file storage destinations and image files; Folder; ssss; Folder containing moving picture data

137 “Memory Stick” Operations Notes on using your computer “Memory Stick” • “Memory Stick” operations on your camcorder cannot be assured if the “Memory Stick” has been formatted on your computer. • Do not optimize the “Memory Stick” on a Windows machine. This will shorten the “Memory Stick” life. •...

Page 138 - To stop copying in the middle; During copying

138 Copying the image recorded on “MemoryStick”s to tapes – DCR-TRV18 only You can copy still images or titles recorded on “Memory Stick” and record them to atape. Before operation • Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder.• Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER sw...

Page 139 - Copying the image recorded on “Memory Stick”s to tapes; Note on the index screen; You cannot record the index screen.; If you press EDITSEARCH during pause mode; Memory playback stops.; Image data modified with computers or shot with other equipment; You may not be able to copy them with your camcorder.

139 “Memory Stick” Operations Copying the image recorded on “Memory Stick”s to tapes Note on the index screen You cannot record the index screen. If you press EDITSEARCH during pause mode Memory playback stops. Image data modified with computers or shot with other equipment You may not be able to co...

Page 140 - rT t; To cancel the Memory PB ZOOM function; The digital effect function does not work.

140 Enlarging still images recorded on“Memory Stick”s – Memory PB ZOOM – DCR-TRV18 only You can enlarge still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can select and view thedesired part from the enlarged still image. Also, you can copy the desired part of theenlarged still image to tapes or video t...

Page 141 - Pictures in the PB ZOOM mode

141 “Memory Stick” Operations The PB ZOOM function is cancelled when the following buttons are pressed: – MENU– MEMORY PLAY– MEMORY INDEX– MEMORY +/– Pictures in the PB ZOOM mode Pictures in the PB ZOOM mode are not output through the DV IN/OUT jack whenthe POWER switch is set to MEMORY. Moving pict...

Page 142 - To stop the slide show; Select the desired image using MEMORY +/– buttons before step 2.; To view the recorded images on TV

142 – DCR-TRV18 only You can automatically play back images in sequence. This function is useful especiallywhen 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 LOCK switch is set...

Page 143 - To cancel image protection; You cannot carry out image protection.

143 “Memory Stick” Operations Preventing accidental erasure– Image protection – DCR-TRV18 only To prevent accidental erasure of important images, you can protect selected images. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that...

Page 144 - Deleting selected images; Play back the image you want to delete.; To cancel deleting an image; Press MEMORY – in step 4.; To delete an image displayed on the index screen; indicator to the desired image and follow steps 3; before deleting them.; If the write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK; You cannot delete images.; Deleting images

144 – DCR-TRV18 only You can delete images stored in a “Memory Stick.”You can delete all images or 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 LOCK switchis set to the left (un...

Page 145 - Deleting all the images; You can delete all the unprotected images in a “Memory Stick.”; To cancel deleting all the images in the “Memory Stick”; While “DELETING” appears; Do not turn the POWER switch or press any buttons.

145 “Memory Stick” Operations Deleting all the images You can delete all the unprotected images in a “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 tothe left (unlock) position. ( 2 ) Press MEN...

Page 146 - Writing a print mark – PRINT MARK

146 Writing a print mark – PRINT MARK – DCR-TRV18 only You can specify the recorded still image to print out. This function is useful for printingout still images later.Your camcorder conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard forspecifying the still images to print out. Before ope...

Page 147 - To cancel writing print marks; 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 print marks on images.

147 “Memory Stick” Operations To cancel writing print marks Select OFF in step 6, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. 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 ...

Page 148 - Printer

148 Using the printer (optional) – DCR-TRV18 only You can use the printer (optional) on your camcorder to print images on the printpaper.For details, refer to the operating instructions of the printer.There are various ways of printing still images. The following, however, describes howto print by s...

Page 149 - — Troubleshooting —; Types of trouble and their solutions; ss; In the recording mode; Symptom

149 Troubleshooting — Troubleshooting — Types of trouble and their solutions If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table totroubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source andcontact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facilit...

Page 150 - In the playback mode

150 In the playback mode Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The POWER switch is not set to VCR. c Set it to VCR. (p. 31) • The tape has run out. c Rewind the tape. (p. 33) • The video head may be dirty. c Clean the heads using the cleaning cassette (optional).(p. 166) • The volume is turned t...

Page 154 - • Moisture condensation has occurred.

154 Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for atleast one hour to acclimatize. (p. 165) • Some troubles have occurred in your camcorder. c Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operateyour camcorder. • Dis...

Page 155 - Cause and/or Corrective Actions

155 Troubleshooting C:21:00 Self-diagnosis display Five-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Actions • You are using a battery pack that is not an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. c Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. (p. 160) • Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your cam...

Page 156 - Warning indicators and messages; function on moving picture.; Warning indicators

156 Warning indicators and messages 100-0001 Warning indicator as to file Slow flashing:• The file is corrupted.• The file is unreadable.• You are trying to carry out MEMORY MIX function on moving picture. C:21:00 Self-diagnosis display (p. 155) E The battery is dead or nearly dead Slow flashing:• T...

Page 157 - Warning messages

157 Troubleshooting Warning indicators and messages Warning messages • CLOCK SET Set the date and time (p. 18). • FOR “InfoLITHIUM” Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (p. 160). BATTERY ONLY • CLEANING CASSETTE* 3) The video heads are dirty (p. 166). • FULL The tape cassette memory is full.* 2) • 16BI...

Page 158 - — Additional Information —; Usable cassettes; Selecting cassette types; mark on the cassette; Copyright signal; When you play back

158 — Additional Information — Usable cassettes Selecting cassette types You can use the mini DV cassette only*. You cannot use any other 8 mm, Hi8, Digital8, VHS, VHSC, S-VHS, S-VHSC, Betamax, ED Betamax or DV cassette. * There are two types of mini DV cassettes: with cassette memory and without ca...

Page 159 - When affixing a label on the cassette

159 Additional Information Usable cassettes Audio mode 12-bit mode: The original sound can be recorded in stereo 1, and the new sound instereo 2 in 32 kHz. The balance between stereo 1 and stereo 2 can be adjusted byselecting AUDIO MIX in the menu settings during playback. Both sounds can be playedb...

Page 160 - About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack; What is the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack?

160 About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack What is the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack? The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions forcommunicating information related to operating conditions between the battery packand your camcorder or an AC power adaptor.The “InfoLIT...

Page 161 - Battery life; environment for each battery pack.

161 Additional Information Battery life • The battery life is limited. Battery capacity drops little by little as you use it more and more, and as time passes. When the available battery time is shortened considerably, aprobable cause is that the battery pack has reached the end of its life. Please ...

Page 162 - About the Name “i.LINK”

162 The DV jack on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant DV input/output jack. This sectiondescribes 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 otherdata in two directions between equipment having the i.LINK jac...

Page 163 - i.LINK functions on this unit

163 Additional Information i.LINK functions on this unit For details on how to dub when this unit is connected to other video equipment havingDV jacks, see page 67, 81.This unit can also be connected to other i.LINK (DV) compatible equipment made bySONY (e.g. VAIO series personal computer) other tha...

Page 164 - necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet; NTSC system; Brazil; SECAM system; Simple setting of clock by time difference; Using your camcorder abroad

164 Using your camcorder abroad You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC power adaptorsupplied with your camcorder within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. When charging the battery pack, use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [ a ] , if necessary, depending on the design of th...

Page 165 - Moisture condensation; indicator flashes. When the; If moisture condensation occurred; indicator does not appear when the power is; Note on moisture condensation

165 Additional Information Maintenance information andprecautions Moisture condensation If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture maycondense inside your camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In thiscondition, the tape may stick to the head dr...

Page 166 - Maintenance information; Cleaning the video head; Charging the built-in rechargeable battery in your camcorder; Charging the built-in rechargeable battery:; Maintenance information and precautions

166 Maintenance information Cleaning the video head To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. The video headmay be dirty when:• mosaic-pattern noise appears on the playback picture.• playback pictures do not move.• playback pictures do not appear.• the x indicator and “ C...

Page 167 - Camcorder operation; checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further.; On handling tapes; remove them with a soft cloth.; AC power adaptor; the cord and may cause fire or electrical shock.

167 Additional Information Maintenance information and precautions Precautions Camcorder operation • Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC power adaptor).• For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in this operating instructions. • If any solid object or liquid ge...

Page 168 - About care and storage of the lens; contact with the battery terminals.; Notes on dry batteries; If batteries are leaking

168 Maintenance information and precautions • While the unit is in use, particularly during charging, keep it away from AM receivers and video equipment. AM receivers and video equipment disturb AM reception andvideo operation. • The unit becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.• Do not p...

Page 169 - Specifications

169 Additional Information Specifications Video camerarecorder System Video recording system 2 rotary headsHelical scanning system Audio recording system Rotary heads, PCM systemQuantization: 12 bits (Fs 32kHz, stereo 1, stereo 2), 16 bits(Fs 48 kHz, stereo) Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Us...

Page 171 - — Quick Reference —; Identifying the parts and controls; Camcorder; Note on the Carl Zeiss lens; * MTF is an abbreviation of Modulation Transfer Function.

171 Quick Reference — Quick Reference — Identifying the parts and controls 1 Remote sensor 2 Focus ring (p. 53) 3 Lens 4 Microphone 5 Infrared rays emitter (p. 27, 36, 71) This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sonyvideo products.When purchasing Sony video products, Sony re...

Page 172 - Notes on the intelligent accessory shoe

172 Identifying the parts and controls qa > MEMORY EJECT Lever (DCR-TRV18 only) (p. 105) qs Power zoom lever (p. 24) qd POWER switch (p. 13) qf qg qh qj qs qa qd Notes on the intelligent accessory shoe • The intelligent accessory shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light, ...

Page 173 - PHOTO button; Attaching the shoulder strap

173 Quick Reference Identifying the parts and controls qk wa ws wd wf wg ql w; qk PHOTO button (p. 38, 112) ql BATT release button (p. 12) w; Hooks for sholder strap wa (USB) jack (DCR-TRV18 only) (p. 135) ws NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 27) wd SUPER NIGHTSHOT button (p. 27) Attaching the shoulder strap Att...

Page 177 - Fastening the grip strap; Fasten the grip strap firmly.; rk; rl; EJECT lever; ts; Lens cap

177 Quick Reference Identifying the parts and controls Fastening the grip strap Fasten the grip strap firmly. 4 3 2 1 rk rl t; ts ta rk Battery pack (p. 13) rl OPEN/ EJECT lever (p. 20) t; Tripod receptacle Make sure that the length of the tripodscrew is less than 6.5 mm (9/32 inch).Otherwise, you c...

Page 178 - To prepare the Remote Commander; Notes on the Remote Commander; • Your camcorder works in the Commander mode VTR 2. Commander modes

178 Identifying the parts and controls Remote Commander The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on your camcorderfunction identically to the buttons on your camcorder. To prepare the Remote Commander Insert 2 size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and – polarities on the bat...

Page 180 - Index; Sony Corporation

Index A, B AC power adaptor .................. 13Adjusting viewfinder ............. 24Audio dubbing ........................ 85AUDIO MIX ............................ 98Audio mode ........................... 101AUTO SHUTTER .................... 97A/V connecting cable .................... 35, 40, 66, ...