3-075-494-12 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder 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. Model No. DCR-TRV Model No. AC- Serial No. Serial No.
Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this 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 that you can enjoy for years to come. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. For customers in the U.S.A.
“Memory Stick” This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
Main Features Recording moving pictures or still images, and playing them back Main Features •Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” using the USB cable (p. 199, 203) •Viewing moving pictures recorded on tapes using the USB cable (p. 194) •Capturing images on your computer from your camcorder using the USB cable (p. 196) •Converting an analog signal to digital to capture images onto your computer (p. 204) 4 •Recording moving pictures on a tape (p. 26) •Recording still images on a tape (p.
Main Features Accessing the Internet, sending/ receiving your e-mail. For details, refer to the Network Function Operating Instructions supplied with your camcorder. (DCRTRV950 only) (p. 205) Functions for adjusting the exposure in the recording mode •BACK LIGHT (p. 34) •SPOT LIGHT (p. 35) •Recording images with the flash (p. 48, 139) •PROGRAM AE (p. 67) •Adjusting the exposure manually (p. 74) •Flexible Spot Meter (p.
Table of contents Main Features ....................................... 4 Quick Start Guide – Recording on a tape ............................ 8 – Recording on a “Memory Stick” ..... 10 Getting Started Using this manual ................................. 12 Checking supplied accessories ............ 14 Step 1 Preparing the power supply ... 15 Installing the battery pack ............. 15 Charging the battery pack ............. 16 Connecting to a wall outlet ........... 19 Step 2 Setting the date and time ...
Table of contents “Memory Stick” Operations Viewing Images Using your Computer Viewing images on your computer – Introduction ............................... 183 Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users ................... 186 Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer – For Windows users ................... 194 Getting Started Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction ...............................
Quick Start Guide – Recording on a tape This chapter introduces you to the basic features to recorded pictures on tapes of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Connecting the power cord (p. 19) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 15). Open the DC IN jack cover. AC power adaptor (supplied) Quick Start Guide Connect the plug with its v mark facing up. Inserting a cassette (p.
Recording a picture (p. 26) 1 Remove the lens cap. 3 Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. The picture appears on the screen. POWER OFF(CHG) CAMERA Your camcorder starts recording. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. MEMORY/ NETWORK VCR 4 Press START/STOP. OFF(CHG) CAMERA switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. POWER VCR 2 Set the POWER MEMORY/ NETWORK When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set to off.
Quick Start Guide – Recording on a “Memory Stick” This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on a “Memory Stick” of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Connecting the power cord (p. 19) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 15). Open the DC IN jack cover. AC power adaptor (supplied) Quick Start Guide Connect the plug with its v mark facing up. Inserting a “Memory Stick” (p.
Recording a still image on a “Memory Stick” (p. 135) 3 Press OPEN to open 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Set the POWER switch to POWER VCR the LCD panel. The picture appears on the screen. 4 Press PHOTO OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only) while pressing the small green button. MEMORY/ NETWORK 5 Press PHOTO deeper. The image while pressing the button deeply is recorded on the “Memory Stick.” lightly.
— Getting Started — Using this manual The instructions in this manual are for the two models listed in the table below. Before you start reading this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder. The DCR-TRV950 is the model used for illustration purposes. Otherwise, the model name is indicated in the illustrations. Any differences in operation are clearly indicated in the text, for example, “DCR-TRV950 only”.
Using this manual Note on TV color systems TV color systems differ depending on the country or region. To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV. Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the copyright laws.
Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 4 9 5 2 3 6 7 8 q; qa qs 1 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), power cord (1) (p. 16) 2 NP-FM50 battery pack (1) (p. 15, 16) 3 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 45) 4 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 250) 5 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 251) 6 Shoulder strap (1) Lens cap (1) (p. 26) “Memory Stick” (1) (p. 126) USB cable (1) (p. 183) CD-ROM (SPVD-008 USB Driver) (1) (p.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack down until it clicks. Getting Started 1 2 To remove the battery pack (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing BATT down. 1 2 BATT release button 2 If you use the large capacity battery pack If you install the NP-FM70/QM71/FM90/FM91/QM91 battery pack on your camcorder, extend its viewfinder.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply 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 231 for details of “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with 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 the wall outlet.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Note Prevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the DC plug of the AC power adaptor. This may cause a short-circuit, damaging the AC power adaptor. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time “---- min” appears in the display window. Getting Started Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator in the display window indicates the approximate recording time with the viewfinder.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Playing time Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) Playing time with LCD closed 180 Playing time on LCD screen 115 NP-FM70 310 205 NP-QM71 350 235 NP-FM90 550 365 NP-FM91/QM91 635 425 Approximate minutes when you use a fully charged battery Note Approximate recording time and playing time at 25°C (77°F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from a wall outlet using the AC power adaptor. 1 Getting Started (1) Open the DC IN jack cover. Connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack on your camcorder 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.
Step 2 Setting the date and time Set the date and time when you use your camcorder for the first time. “CLOCK SET” will be displayed each time that you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only) unless you set the date and time settings. If you do not use your camcorder for about four months, the date and time may be cleared from memory (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery installed in your camcorder will have been discharged (p. 239).
Step 2 Setting the date and time 2 SETUP MENU STBY CLOCK SET – –:– –:– – USB STREAM LTR SIZE LANGUAGE DEMO MODE RETURN SETUP MENU CLOCK SET USB STREAM LTR SIZE LANGUAGE DEMO MODE 3 MENU [MENU] : END CLOCK SET R GMT AREA 1 Lisbon, London STBY SETUP MENU CLOCK SET – –:– –:– – USB STREAM LTR SIZE LANGUAGE DEMO MODE RETURN +0.0 r DST DATE OFF Getting Started [MENU] : END Y M D –––– ––– –– –– : –– [MENU] : END [EXEC] : NEXT ITEM 4 CLOCK SET R GMT AREA26 NewYork, Bogota –5.
Step 2 Setting the date and time Simple setting of clock by a time difference You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference. Select AREA SET, DST SET* in the menu settings. See page 216 for more information. * Instead of DST, SUMMERTIME is displayed on the screen for some models.
Step 3 Inserting a cassette 2 OPEN/Z EJECT 3 Getting Started (1) Prepare the power supply. (2) Slide OPEN/Z EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens. (3) Insert the cassette straight as far as possible into the cassette compartment with the window facing out and the write-protect tab facing upward. on the cassette compartment. (4) Close the cassette compartment by pressing The cassette compartment automatically goes down.
Step 4 Using the touch panel Your camcorder has operation buttons on the LCD screen. Touch the LCD screen directly with your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-TRV950 only) to operate each function. This section describes how to operate the touch panel during recording or playing back images on a tape. (1) Prepare the power supply (p. 15 to 19). (2) Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. (3) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR while pressing the small green button. (4) Press FN.
Step 4 Using the touch panel Getting Started Notes •When using the touch panel, press operation buttons with your thumb supporting the LCD panel from the back side of it or press those buttons lightly with your index finger. •Do not press the LCD screen with sharp-pointed objects other than the supplied stylus. (DCR-TRV950 only) •Do not press the LCD screen too hard. •Do not touch the LCD screen with wet hands. •If FN is not on the LCD screen, touch the LCD screen lightly to make it appear.
— Recording – Basics — Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for you. (1) Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on its sides and pull the lens cap string to fix it. (2) Prepare the power supply and insert a cassette. See “Step 1” to “Step 3” for more information (p. 15 to 23). (3) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. This sets your camcorder to the standby. (4) Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. The viewfinder automatically turns off.
Recording a picture Notes •Fasten the grip strap firmly. •The recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) are not displayed while recording. However, they are recorded automatically on the tape. To display the recording data, press the DATA CODE button during playback you can also use the Remote Commander for this operation (p. 41). Recording – Basics Note on recording Your camcorder records and plays back in the SP (standard play) mode and in the LP (long play) mode.
Recording a picture After recording (1) (2) (3) (4) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Close the LCD panel. Eject the cassette. Remove the battery pack. Adjusting the LCD screen The LCD panel can be opened up to 90 degrees. The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the viewfinder side and about 180 degrees to the lens side. 180° 90° When closing the LCD panel, set it vertically, and swing it into the camcorder body.
Recording a picture Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen 1 2,3 FN LCD BRT Recording – Basics (1) Press FN and select PAGE2 while the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). When you set the POWER switch to VCR, press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press LCD BRT. The screen to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen appears. (3) Adjust the brightness of the LCD screen using –/+. – : to dim + : to brighten (4) Press OK to return to PAGE1/PAGE2.
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 images in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. Lift up the viewfinder and move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever. The viewfinder lens adjustment lever Viewfinder backlight You can change the brightness of the backlight. Select VF B.L. in the menu settings when using the battery pack (p. 210).
Recording a picture Using the zoom feature Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. Using the zoom sparingly results in better-looking recordings. W : Wide-angle (subject appears farther away) T : Telephoto (subject appears closer) W T T Recording – Basics W To use zoom greater than 12× Zoom greater than 12× is performed digitally. Digital zoom can be set to 24× or 150×.
Recording a picture Shooting with the Mirror Mode This feature allows the camera subject to view him-or herself on the LCD screen. The subject uses this feature to check his or her own image on the LCD screen while you look at the subject in the viewfinder. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). Rotate the LCD screen 180 degrees. indicator appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD screen.
Recording a picture Indicators displayed in the recording Indicators are not recorded on tapes. Remaining battery time Recording mode STBY/REC 50min JUL 4 2002 REC 0:00:01 45min 12:05:56PM FN Time code/Tape counter Recording – Basics Cassette memory This appears when using a cassette with cassette memory. Remaining tape This appears after you insert a cassette and record or play back for a while. FN button Press this button to display operation buttons on the LCD screen.
Recording a picture Shooting backlit subjects – BACK LIGHT When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the backlight function. Press BACK LIGHT while the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). The . indicator appears on the screen. To cancel, press BACK LIGHT again. BACK LIGHT When shooting backlit subjects If you press SPOT LIGHT, EXPOSURE or SPOT METER, the backlight function will be canceled.
Recording a picture Shooting subjects lit by strong light – SPOT LIGHT This function prevents people's faces, for example, from appearing excessively white when shooting subjects lit by strong light, such as in the theater. Recording – Basics Press SPOT LIGHT while the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). The indicator appears on the screen. To cancel, press SPOT LIGHT again.
Recording a picture Self-timer recording Recording with the self-timer starts in 10 seconds automatically. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) In the standby, press FN and select PAGE2. (2) Press SELFTIMER. (self-timer) indicator appears on the screen. The (3) Press START/STOP. The self-timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep. In the last two seconds of the countdown, the beep gets faster, then recording starts automatically.
Checking recordings – END SEARCH / EDITSEARCH / Rec Review You can use these buttons to check the recorded picture or shoot so that the transition between the last recorded scene and the next scene you record is smooth. FN Recording – Basics EDITSEARCH END SEARCH You can go to the end of the recorded section after you record. (1) In the standby, press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press END SCH. The last five seconds of the recorded section are played back and your camcorder returns to the standby.
Checking recordings – END SEARCH / EDITSEARCH / Rec Review Rec Review You can check the last recorded section. Press the – 7 side of EDITSEARCH momentarily in the standby. The section you have stopped most recently will be played back for a few seconds, and then your camcorder will return to the standby. You can monitor the sound from the speaker or headphones.
— Playback – Basics — Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture on the screen. If you close the LCD panel, you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. Prepare the power supply and insert the recorded tape. Set the POWER switch to VCR while pressing the small green button. Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. Press m to rewind the tape. Press N to start playback.
Playing back a tape When monitoring on the LCD screen You can turn the LCD panel over and move it back to the camcorder body with the LCD screen facing out. If you leave the power on for a long time Your camcorder gets warm. This is not a malfunction. When you open or close the LCD panel Make sure that the LCD panel is set vertically.
Playing back a tape To display the screen indicators – Display function Press DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL on your camcorder or DISPLAY on the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. The indicators disappear on the screen. To make the indicators appear, press DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL or DISPLAY again.
Playing back a tape To not display various settings Set DATA CODE to DATE in the menu settings (p. 216). The display changes as follows when you press DATA CODE : date/time y no indicator Various settings Various settings are your camcorder’s information when you have recorded. In the recording, the various settings will not be displayed. When you use the data code, bars (-- -- --) appear if: – A blank portion of the tape is being played back. – The tape is unreadable due to tape damage or noise.
Playing back a tape Various playback modes To operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to VCR. To play back pause (viewing a still picture) Press X during playback. To resume normal playback, press N or X. To advance the tape To rewind the tape Press m in the stop mode. To resume normal playback, press N. To change the playback direction Playback – Basics Press M in the stop mode. To resume normal playback, press N.
Playing back a tape In the various playback modes •Sound is muted. •The previous picture may remain as a mosaic image during playback. When the playback pause lasts for five minutes Your camcorder automatically enters the stop mode. To resume playback, press N. Slow playback The slow playback can be performed smoothly on your camcorder. However, this function does not work for an output signal through the DV Interface.
Viewing the recording on TV Connect your camcorder to your TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder to watch playback picture on the TV screen. You can operate the video control buttons in the same way as when you monitor playback pictures on the screen. When monitoring playback pictures on the TV screen, we recommend that you power your camcorder from a wall outlet using the AC power adaptor (p. 19). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV.
— Advanced Recording Operations — Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” during tape recording You can record still images on a “Memory Stick” in the tape recording or tape recording standby. You can also record still images on a tape (p. 51). Before operation •Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. to MEMORY in the menu settings (The default setting is •Set PHOTO REC in MEMORY). (1) In the standby, keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a still image appears. The CAPTURE indicator appears.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” during tape recording Image size of still images Image size is automatically set to 640 × 480. When you want to record still images in different size, use the Memory Photo recording (p. 135). When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA You cannot select image quality. The image quality when you set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCRTRV950 only) is used. (The default setting is SUPER FINE).
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” during tape recording Recording images with the flash The flash pops up automatically. The default setting is auto (no indicator). To change the flash mode, press (flash) repeatedly until the flash mode indicator appears on the screen. (flash) Each press of (flash) changes the indicator as follows: t t t (no indicator) Auto red-eye reduction: The flash fires before recording to reduce red-eye.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” during tape recording You cannot shoot images with the flash during the following operations: – Tape Recording – Shutter speed (1/30 or smaller) adjustment (auto red-eye When you use an external flash (optional) which does not have the auto red-eye reduction You cannot select the auto red-eye reduction.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” during tape recording Self-timer recording You can record still images on a “Memory Stick” with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. Before operation •Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. to MEMORY in the menu settings.(The default setting is •Set PHOTO REC in MEMORY.) (1) In the standby, press FN and select PAGE2. (2) Press SELFTIMER. (self-timer) indicator appears on the screen. The (3) Press PHOTO deeper.
Recording still images on a tape – Tape Photo recording You can record still images such as photographs on tapes. You can record about 510 images in the SP mode and about 765 images in the LP mode on a 60-minute tape. 2 CAPTURE O PHOT 3 Advanced Recording Operations (1) In the standby, set PHOTO REC in to TAPE in the menu settings. (2) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a still image appears. The CAPTURE indicator appears. Recording does not start yet.
Recording still images on a tape – Tape Photo recording Notes •During tape photo recording, you cannot change the mode or setting. •When recording a still image, do not shake your camcorder. If you do so, the image may flutter. •You cannot use PHOTO during the following operations: ( The indicator flashes on the screen.) – Fader – Digital effect •When you record images with the flash, sound may not be recorded clearly.
Using the wide mode You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on a 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE). If you connect a TV compatible with the ID-1/ID-2 system, the screen size is automatically selected. Black bands appear on the screen during recording in 16:9WIDE mode [a]. The picture during playback on a normal TV [b] or on a wide-screen TV [c] is compressed in the longwise direction. If you set the screen mode of the wide-screen TV to the full mode, you can watch pictures of normal images [d].
Using the wide mode In the wide mode You cannot select the following functions: – Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” in the tape recording or recording standby – BOUNCE – OLD MOVIE During recording You cannot select or cancel the wide mode. When you cancel the wide mode, set your camcorder to the standby and then set 16:9WIDE to OFF in the menu settings.
Using the fader You can fade in or out to give your recording a more professional appearance. [a] STBY REC FADER Advanced Recording Operations M. FADER (mosaic) BOUNCE1) 2) OVERLAP2) WIPE2) DOT2) [b] STBY REC 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. 1) 2) You can use the bounce when D ZOOM is set to OFF in the menu settings. Fade in only.
Using the fader (1) When fading in [a] In the standby, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes. When fading out [b] In the recording, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes. The indicator changes as follows: FADER t M. FADER t BOUNCE t MONOTONE (no indicator)T DOT T WIPE T OVERLAP The last selected fader is indicated first of all. (2) Press START/STOP. The fader indicator stops flashing. After fade in/out ends, your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode.
Using the fader When you set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only) You cannot use the fader.
Using special effects – Picture effect You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on TV. NEG. ART [a] : SEPIA : B&W : SOLARIZE [b] : The color and brightness of the picture are reversed. The picture appears in sepia. The picture appears in monochrome (black-and-white). The light intensity becomes clearer, to make the picture look more like an illustration. SLIM [c] : The picture expands vertically. STRETCH [d] : The picture expands horizontally.
Using special effects – Digital effect You can add special effects to recorded pictures using the various digital functions. Sound is recorded normally. STILL You can record a still image so that it is superimposed on a moving picture. FLASH (FLASH MOTION) You can record still images successively at constant intervals. TRAIL You can record the picture so that an incidental image like a trail is left. OLD MOVIE You can add an old movie type atmosphere to pictures.
Using special effects – Digital effect (1) Press FN to display PAGE1 while the POWER switch is set to CAMERA. (2) Press DIG EFFT. The screen to select a desired digital effect appears. (3) Press a desired mode. In the STILL and LUMI. modes, the still image is stored in memory. (4) Press –/+ to adjust the effect.
Using special effects – Digital effect When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) Digital effect is automatically canceled.
Presetting the adjustment for picture quality – Custom preset You can preset the camcorder to record the picture with the desired picture quality. When presetting, adjust the picture by shooting a subject and checking the picture displayed on a TV (p. 45). (1) Press CUSTOM PRESET to display the CUSTOM PRESET menu while the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). (2) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select SET, then press the dial.
Presetting the adjustment for picture quality – Custom preset Items to be adjusted Meaning Color intensity SHARPNESS WB SHIFT AE SHIFT AGC LIMIT RESET Sharpness White balance Brightness Auto Gain-limit Sets items above to the default settings. Adjustment value Decreases color intensity y Increases color intensity Softer y Sharper Bluish y Reddish Dim y Brighten 6 dB/12 dB/OFF To cancel using the custom preset Select OFF in step 4. The setting is still maintained at this moment.
Using the guide frame You can easily make the picture be on a horizontal line using the guide frame. The guide frame is not recorded in the tape or the “Memory Stick.” (1) Set GUIDE FRAME in to ON in the menu setting while the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). (p210) (2) Press MENU to erase the menu display. The guide frame is displayed on the screen. 2 MENU 1 LCD / VF SET LCD B. L. LCD COLOR VF B. L. GU I DEFRAME OFF ON RETURN LCD / VF SET LCD B. L. LCD COLOR VF B. L.
Shooting with the zebra pattern You can set the camcorder to display a zebra pattern (diagonal stripes) in the portion of the picture on the screen with a subject whose brightness exceeds a certain level. You can check the picture level of a subject by displaying the zebra pattern. Use the zebra pattern as a guide for adjusting the exposure so that you can get the desired picture. The zebra pattern is not recorded in the tape or the “Memory Stick.
Using the color bar If you press COLOR BAR, the color bar is displayed on the screen. Use the color bar in the following cases: – At the beginning of the recording, the recorded images may be unstable. To avoid this, record the color bar first and start recording the desired images when the captured images become clear. – To adjust screen color. Press COLOR BAR while the POWER switch is set to CAMERA. If you press COLOR BAR again the color bar disappears.
Shooting with manual adjustment AUTO LOCK selector Set the selector as shown below to maintain or release the settings of the functions. Manually adjusted functions are retained even if you set the AUTO LOCK selector to AUTO LOCK. However, all functions will automatically return to the default settings five minutes after removing the power supply.
Shooting with manual adjustment (1) Set the AUTO LOCK selector to the center (auto lock release) position while the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK(DCR-TRV950 only). (p. 67) (2) Press PROGRAM AE. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired mode, then press the dial. The indicator changes as follows: y y y y 2 PROGRAM AE 3 1 AUTO LOCK HOLD To cancel the PROGRAM AE Set the AUTO LOCK selector to the AUTO LOCK or press PROGRAM AE. The PROGRAM AE indicator disappears.
Shooting with manual adjustment The PROGRAM AE does not work When you are recording images on a “Memory Stick” using the MEMORY MIX. (The indicator flashes.) While WHT BAL is set to automatic adjustment The white balance is adjusted even if the PROGRAM AE is selected.
Shooting with manual adjustment Adjusting the shutter speed You can adjust the shutter speed manually to suit your preference and with its shutter speed fixed. (1) Set the AUTO LOCK selector to the center (auto lock release) position while the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK(DCR-TRV950 only). (p. 67) (2) Press SHUTTER SPEED. The shutter speed indicator appears on the screen. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired speed. The available shutter speed ranges from 1/4 to 1/10000.
Shooting with manual adjustment When the shutter speed is fast When shooting a bright subject, vertical lines may appear on the image, but this is not a malfunction. In such cases, set the shutter speed a little slower. When shooting at slow shutter speed At slow shutter speed, automatic focus may be lost. Use a tripod and adjust the focus manually.
Shooting with manual adjustment Adjusting the white balance White balance adjustment makes white subjects look white and allows more natural color balance for camera recording. You can obtain better results by adjusting the white balance manually when lighting conditions change quickly or when recording outdoors: e.g., neon signs, fireworks. (1) Set the AUTO LOCK selector to the center (auto lock release) position while the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCRTRV950 only). (p.
Shooting with manual adjustment If you have selected in step 3 When you set the white balance to one-push white balance mode, the setting is locked and maintained even if lighting conditions change. You can achieve recording with natural colors without the image being affected by ambient light. (1) Shoot a white object such as paper fully with recording standby. (2) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
Shooting with manual adjustment Adjusting the exposure You can manually adjust and set the exposure. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases: – When you need a fine adjustment for the backlit subjects. – When shooting subjects and dark backgrounds. – When recording dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully. (1) Set the AUTO LOCK selector to the center (auto lock release) position while the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK(DCR-TRV950 only). (p. 67) (2) Press EXPOSURE.
Shooting with manual adjustment Using the spot light-metering – Flexible Spot Meter You can take a picture with the appropriate exposure automatically for just the point you want to focus on and with its exposure fixed. Use the Flexible Spot Meter in the following cases: – When adjusting the exposure manually to shoot the backlit subjects. – When there is strong contrast between the subject and background such as with a subject that is on stage and lighted by a spotlight.
Focusing manually You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases. Normally, focus is automatically adjusted. •The autofocus is not effective when shooting: – Subjects through glass coated with water droplets – Horizontal stripes – Subjects with little contrast with backgrounds such as walls and sky •When you want to change the focus from a subject in the foreground to a subject in the background. •Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod.
Focusing manually To focus precisely It is easier to focus on subjects if you adjust the zoom to shoot at the “W” (wide-angle) after focusing at the “T” (telephoto) position. When you shoot close to the subject Focus at the end of the “W” (wide-angle) position. 9 changes as follows: when recording a distant subject when the subject is too close to focus on Focal distance information – This information aids focusing if it is not easy to focus on the subject, for example, when recording in the dark.
Using the spot focus – Spot Focus You can take a picture with the appropriate focus automatically for just the point you want to focus on and with its focus fixed. (1) Set FOCUS to MAN while the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press SPOT FOCUS. The SPOT FOCUS screen appears. (4) Press the desired area in the frame on the LCD screen. The SPOT FOCUS indicator flashes on the LCD screen. The spot focus of the point you selected is adjusted.
Adjusting recording level manually – Sound recording level You can adjust the recording sound level. Use headphones to monitor the sound when you adjust it. (1) Set MIC LEVEL in to MANUAL in the menu setting while the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or VCR. (p. 214) (2) Press MENU to erase the menu display. (3) Press AUDIO LEVEL to display the recording level adjustment display in standby mode. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the recording level.
Adjusting recording level manually – Sound recording level Notes on the manual adjustment •The recording level setting is retained for about five minutes even after removing the power supply. •The recording level indicator appears at the lower-right on the screen. The sound input through the AUDIO/VIDEO jack or the You cannot adjust the recording level. DV Interface When MIC LEVEL is set to AUTO You cannot adjust the recording level, however, the recording level adjustment display is displayed.
Interval recording You can make a time-lapse recording by setting the camcorder to automatically record and standby sequentially. You can achieve an excellent recording for flowering, gradual appearances, etc., with this function. Example 1s 1s [a] [b] 10 min 9 min 59 s 10 min [a] REC TIME [b]Waiting time [c] INTERVAL (1) In the standby, set INT. REC in to SET in the menu setting. (p. 209) (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to set INTERVAL and REC TIME.
Interval recording POWER VCR 5 OFF(CHG) CAMERA 4 MEMORY/ NETWORK STBY INTERVAL MENU (4) Press MENU to erase the menu display. The INTERVAL indicator flashes. (5) Press START/STOP to start interval recording. The INTERVAL indicator lights up. To cancel the 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 the interval recording Press START/STOP.
Frame by frame recording – Frame recording You can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect using frame recording. To create this effect, alternately move the subject a little and make a frame recording. We recommend that you use a tripod, and operate your camcorder using the Remote Commander after step 3. POWER VCR 3 OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY/ NETWORK Advanced Recording Operations (1) In the standby, set FRAME REC in to ON in the menu setting. (p.
— Advanced Playback Operations — Playing back tapes with picture effect During playback, you can process a scene using the following picture effect: NEG. ART, SEPIA, B&W and SOLARIZE. (1) In the playback or playback pause, press MENU, then select P EFFECT in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial (p. 208). (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired mode, then press the dial. For details of each picture effect, see page 58. 1 MENU MANUAL SET P EFFECT RETURN OFF NEG.
Playing back tapes with digital effect During playback, you can process a scene using the following digital effect: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL. (1) In the playback or playback pause, press FN and select PAGE2. (2) Press DIG EFFT. The screen to select a desired digital effect appears. (3) Press a desired mode. In the STILL or LUMI., the picture where you select the mode is stored in memory as a still image. (4) Press –/+ to adjust the effect. Refer to page 60 for details. OK to return to PAGE2.
Enlarging images recorded on tapes – Tape PB ZOOM You can enlarge playback images recorded on tapes. Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on the “Memory Stick” (p. 173). (1) In the playback or playback pause, press FN and select PAGE2. (2) Press PB ZOOM. The PB ZOOM screen appears. (3) Press the area you want to enlarge in the frame on the PB ZOOM screen.
Enlarging images recorded on tapes – Tape PB ZOOM Notes •You cannot process externally input scenes using the PB ZOOM. •You cannot record images on a tape on your camcorder when you have processed the image using the tape PB ZOOM. However, you can record images on a VCR using your camcorder as a player. •You cannot record moving pictures on a “Memory Stick” on your camcorder when you have processed the picture using the tape PB ZOOM.
Quickly locating a scene – ZERO SET MEMORY Your camcorder goes forward or backward to automatically stop at a desired scene having a tape counter value of “0:00:00”. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) In the playback, press DISPLAY when the tape counter does not appear. (2) Press ZERO SET MEMORY at the point you want to locate later. The tape counter shows “0:00:00” and then starts counting. The ZERO SET MEMORY indicator flashes. (3) Press x when you want to stop playback.
Searching the boundaries of a recorded tape by title – TITLE SEARCH If you use a cassette with cassette memory, you can search for the boundaries of a recorded tape by title. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Before operation Set CM SEARCH in to ON in the menu settings. (The default setting is ON.) (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the TITLE SEARCH indicator appears.
Searching a recording by date – DATE SEARCH You can automatically search for the point where the recording date changes and start playback from that point (date search). Use a cassette with cassette memory for convenience. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Use this function to check where recording dates change or to edit the tape at each recording date.
Searching a recording by date – DATE SEARCH Note If one day’s recording is less than two minutes, your camcorder may not accurately find the point where the recording date changes. If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portions DATE SEARCH may not work correctly. Cassette memory The tape with cassette memory can hold six recording dates. If you search among seven or more dates, see “Searching for the date without using cassette memory” below.
Searching for a photo – PHOTO SEARCH/PHOTO SCAN You can search for a still image you have recorded on a tape (PHOTO SEARCH). You can also search for still images one after another and display each image for five seconds automatically regardless of cassette memory (PHOTO SCAN). Use the Remote Commander for these operations. Use this function to check or edit still images.
Searching for a photo – PHOTO SEARCH/PHOTO SCAN Searching for a photo without using cassette memory (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CM SEARCH in to OFF, then press the dial (p. 213). (3) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the PHOTO SEARCH indicator appears. The indicator changes as follows: DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH t PHOTO SCAN t (no indicator) To stop searching Press x. Advanced Playback Operations (4) Press .
Searching for a photo – PHOTO SEARCH/PHOTO SCAN Scanning photos (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the PHOTO SCAN indicator appears. The indicator changes as follows: TITLE SEARCH* t DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH (no indicator) T PHOTO SCAN * Displayed only when CM SEARCH is set to ON in the menu settings. (3) Press . or > on the Remote Commander. Each photo is played back for about five seconds automatically.
— Editing — Dubbing a tape Using the A/V connecting cable You can dub or edit on the VCR connected to your camcorder using your camcorder as a player. Connect your camcorder to the VCR using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Before operation •Set DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.
Dubbing a tape You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems: 8 mm, Hi8, VHS, S-VHS, VHSC, S-VHSC, Betamax, ED Betamax, mini DV, DV, Digital8, MICRO MV If your VCR is a monaural type Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and the white or the red plug to the audio input jack on the VCR or the TV. When the white plug is connected, the left channel audio is output, and when the red plug is connected, the right channel audio is output.
Dubbing a tape Using the i.LINK cable Simply connect the i.LINK cable (optional) to the DV Interface on your camcorder and to DV IN 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 titles, display indicators or the contents of cassette memory or letters on the “Memory Stick” index screen. Set the input selector on the VCR to the DV input position if the VCR is equipped with the input selector.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto a tape without operating the VCR. Scenes can be selected by frame. You can set up to 20 programs. Your camcorder can dub on a “Memory Stick.” See p. 160 for more information. Unwanted scene Unwanted scene Switch the order Before operating the Digital program editing on tapes recorded on other equipment Step 1 Connecting the VCR. Step 2 Setting the VCR for operation (p. 99, 103).
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) 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 on the VCR. When you connect using the A/V connecting cable, follow the procedure below, steps (1) to (4), to send the control signal correctly. (1) Set the IR SETUP code Editing 1 Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) About IR SETUP codes The IR SETUP code is stored in the memory of your camcorder. Be sure to set the correct code to match your VCR. The default setting is code number 3. Brand IR SETUP code Brand IR SETUP code Sony 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Mitsubishi/MGA 22, 23, 24, 28, 29 Admiral (M. Wards) 89 Multitech 23, 32, 80 Aiwa 47, 54, 80 NEC 21, 33, 35 Akai 49, 51 Olympic 77, 78 Audio Dynamic 21, 35 Optimus 22 Bell&Howell (M.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) (2) Setting the modes to cancel the recording pause on the VCR 1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PAUSEMODE, then press the dial. 2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the mode to cancel recording pause on the VCR, then press the dial. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) (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 the VCR starts recording, the setting is correct. When recording is finished, the indicator changes to COMPLETE.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the i.LINK cable When you connect using the i.LINK cable (optional), follow the procedure below. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (2) Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set the input selector to DV input. When you connect a digital video camera recorder, set its power switch to VCR/VTR.
Dubbing only desired 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 a cassette from your camcorder. (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, then set to recording pause. When you select i.LINK in CONTROL, you do not need to set to recording pause.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) 2,3 [ME 0:08:55:06 RETURN EXECUTE ENGAGE REC PAUSE VIDEO EDIT 0:08:55:06 EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST EXECUTING ”CUT–IN” ”CUT–OUT” No.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Operation 1: Making a program (1) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder, and insert a tape for recording into the VCR. to (2) Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to set VIDEO EDIT in TAPE, then press the dial (p. 217). (3) Search for the beginning of the first scene you want to insert using the video operation buttons, then pause playback. You can fine-adjust one frame at a time with EDITSEARCH.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Erasing the program you have set Erase OUT first and then IN from of the last 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 last set program mark flashes, then the setting is canceled. To cancel erasing Select RETURN with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial in step 2. Erasing all programs (1) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ERASE ALL.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Operation 2: Performing the program (Dubbing a tape) Make sure that your camcorder and the VCR are connected, and that the VCR is set to recording pause. When you use an i.LINK cable, the following procedure is not necessary. When you use a digital video camera recorder, set its power switch to VCR/VTR. (1) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select START. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.
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 in to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) 3 REC Editing (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder. If you are recording a tape from the VCR, insert a recorded tape into the VCR. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.
Recording video or TV programs If your TV or VCR is a monaural type Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video output jack and the white or the red plug to the audio output jack on the VCR or the TV. When the white plug is connected, the left channel audio is output, and when the red plug is connected, the right channel audio is output. If your TV or VCR has an S video jack Pictures can be reproduced more faithfully by using an S video cable (optional).
Recording video or TV programs Using the i.LINK cable Simply connect the i.LINK cable (optional) to the DV Interface on your camcorder and to DV OUT on the DV products. With a digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing. 3 REC 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. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.
Recording video or TV programs You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable During digital editing The color of the display may be uneven. However, this does not affect the dubbed picture. If you record playback pause picture with the DV Interface The recorded picture becomes rough. When you play back the picture using your camcorder, the picture may jitter. Before recording Make sure that the DV IN indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.
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 109 or 111. Insert a cassette containing the desired scene to insert into the VCR.
Inserting a scene from a VCR – Insert Editing 5 REC 4 0:00:00 ZERO SET MEMORY ZERO SET MEMORY To change the insert end point Press ZERO SET MEMORY again after step 5 to erase the ZERO SET MEMORY indicator and begin from step 3. Using the Remote Commander In step 5, press z REC and MARK simultaneously, then immediately press X. In step 6, press X at the scene where you want to start recording from.
Audio dubbing You can record audio to add to the original sound on a tape by connecting audio equipment or a microphone. If you connect audio equipment, you can add sound to your recorded tape already recorded in the 12-bit mode by specifying the start and end points. The original sound will not be erased. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Select one of the following connections to add audio.
Audio dubbing Connecting the A/V connecting cable to the AUDIO/VIDEO jack Audio equipment LINE OUT L R AUDIO R (Red) AUDIO L (White) AUDIO/ VIDEO Do not connect the video (yellow) plug. : Signal flow A/V connecting cable (supplied) Dubbing with the built-in microphone No connection is necessary. Notes •When dubbing with the AUDIO/VIDEO jack or the built-in microphone, pictures are not output through the S VIDEO jack or the AUDIO/VIDEO jack. Check the recorded picture on the screen.
Audio dubbing Adding audio on a recorded tape Choose a connection described on the previous pages, and connect audio equipment or microphone to your camcorder. Then follow the procedure below. Editing (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. Then press X at the point where you want to start recording to set your camcorder to the playback pause. (4) Press AUDIO DUB .
Audio dubbing Monitoring the new recorded sound (1) Play back the tape on which you added audio. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select AUDIO MIX in settings, then press the dial. VCR SET HiFi SOUND AUDIO MIX A/VcDV OUT ST1 RETURN in the menu ST2 [MENU] : END (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the balance between the original sound (ST1) and the new sound (ST2), then press the dial.
Superimposing a title If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can superimpose the title. When you play back the tape, the title is displayed for five seconds from the point where you superimposed it.
Superimposing a title If you set the write-protect tab of the tape to lock You cannot superimpose or erase the title. Slide the write-protect tab to release the write protection. To use a custom title If you want to use a custom title, select in step 2. If the tape has a blank portion You cannot superimpose a title on the portion. If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions Titles may not be displayed correctly.
Superimposing a title Erasing a title (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. (2) Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TITLEERASE in , then press the dial (p. 213). (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the title you want to erase, then press the dial. ERASE OK ? indicator appears. (4) Make sure that the title is the one you want to erase, and turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select OK, then press the dial. OK changes to EXECUTE.
Making your own titles You can make up to two titles and store them in the memory of your camcorder. Each title can have up to 20 characters. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. , then (2) Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TITLE in press the dial (p. 213). , then press the dial. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET, then press the dial.
Making your own titles To change a title you have stored In step 4, select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET, depending on which title you want to change, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [C], then press the dial to delete the title. The last character is erased. Enter the new title as desired. If you take five minutes or longer to enter characters in the standby while a cassette is set in your camcorder The power automatically goes off.
Labeling a cassette If you use a cassette with cassette memory, you can label a cassette. Labels can consist of up to 10 characters and is stored in cassette memory. When you insert the labeled cassette and when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or VCR, the label is displayed for about five seconds. (1) Insert the cassette you want to label. (2) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. , (3) Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TAPE TITLE in then press the dial (p. 213).
Labeling a cassette To erase the label you have made In step 4 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 the cassette to lock You cannot label the tape. Slide the write-protect tab to release the write protection.
— “Memory Stick” Operations — Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction You can record and play back images on the “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 the “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder. On file format Still image (JPEG) Your camcorder compresses image data in JPEG format (extension .jpg).
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction “Memory Stick” formatted on computer The “Memory Stick” formatted on Windows OS or Macintosh computers is not guaranteed compatible with your camcorder. Notes on image data compatibility •Image data files recorded on the “Memory Stick” by your camcorder conform with the Design Rules for Camera File Systems universal standard established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Inserting a “Memory Stick” (1) Slide the MEMORY OPEN in the direction of the arrow to open the “Memory Stick” slot. (2) Insert a “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick” slot as far as it can go with the B mark facing up as illustrated. Close the “Memory Stick” slot. 1 Access lamp MEMORY OPEN 2 “Memory Stick” slot B mark Ejecting a “Memory Stick” Press MEMORY EJECT once lightly to eject it.
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Using a touch panel Most operation buttons for use of a “Memory Stick” are displayed on the LCD screen. Touch the LCD screen directly with your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-TRV950 only) to operate each function. 3~6 1 VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA FN POWER LOCK MEMORY/ NETWORK “Memory Stick” Operations (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position).
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction To return to FN Press EXIT. To execute settings Press OK. To cancel settings Press OFF to return to PAGE1/PAGE2/PAGE3. Notes •When using the touch panel, press operation buttons with your thumb supporting the LCD screen from the back side of it or press those buttons lightly with your index finger. •Do not press the LCD screen with sharp-pointed objects other than the supplied stylus. (DCR-TRV950 only) •Do not press the LCD screen too hard.
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Selecting the still image quality You can select the image quality in still image recording. The default setting is SUPER FINE. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only) or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position). with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (2) Press MENU, then select STILL SET in (p. 211). (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select QUALITY , then press the dial.
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Image quality settings Setting Meaning SUPER FINE (SFN) This is the highest image quality in your camcorder. The number of still images you can record is less than in FINE mode. Super fine images are compressed to about 1/3. FINE (FINE) Use this mode when you want to record high quality images. Fine images are compressed to about 1/6. STANDARD (STD) This is the standard image quality in your camcorder. Standard images are compressed to about 1/10.
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Selecting the image size You can select either of two image sizes Still images: 1152 × 864 or 640 × 480. (When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or VCR, the image size is automatically set to 640 × 480.) The default setting is 1152 × 864. Moving pictures: 320 × 240 or 160 × 112 The default setting is 320 × 240.
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Image size settings Setting Meaning 1152 × 864 Records 1152 × 864 still images. Indicator 640 × 480 Records 640 × 480 still images. 320 × 240 Records 320 × 240 moving pictures. 1152 640 320 160 × 112 Records 160 × 112 moving pictures. 160 Approximate number of still images you can record on a “Memory Stick” The number of images you can record varies depending on which image quality and image size you select and the complexity of the subject.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick”– Memory Photo recording You can record still images on a “Memory Stick.” Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position). (2) Press PHOTO lightly. The green z mark stops flashing, then lights up. The brightness of the image and focus are adjusted, being targeted for the middle of the image and are fixed.
Recording still images on a“Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only) The following functions do not work: – Digital zoom – Wide mode – Fader – Picture effect – Digital effect – Sports lesson of PROGRAM AE (The indicator flashes.) – Title While you are recording a still image You can neither turn off the power nor press PHOTO.
Recording still images on a“Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording Recording images continuously You can record still images continuously. Before recording, select one of the four modes described below in the menu settings. NORMAL [a] Your camcorder shoots up to four still images in 1152 × 864 size or 13 still images in 640 ) × 480 size at about 0.5 sec intervals. ( EXP BRKTG (Exposure Bracketing) Your camcorder automatically shoots three images at about 0.5 sec intervals at different exposures.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position). (2) Press MENU, then select BURST while STILL SET is selected in , then press the dial (p. 211). (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired setting, then press the dial. (4) Press MENU to make the menu setting disappear. (5) Press PHOTO deeper.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording If there is space remaining on the “Memory Stick” for less than three photos You cannot carry out the exposure bracketing (EXP BRKTG). “ FULL” is displayed when you press PHOTO. Recording images with the flash The flash automatically pops up to strobe. The default setting is auto (no indicator). To change the flash mode, press (flash) repeatedly until the flash mode indicator appears on the screen.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording Notes •The recommended shooting distance using the built-in flash is 0.8 m to 2.5 m (2 3/5 feet to 8 1/3 feet). •Attaching the lens hood or a conversion lens (optional) may block the light from the flash or cause lens shadow to appear. •You cannot use an external flash (optional) and the built-in flash at the same time.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording Shooting with an auxiliary light – HOLOGRAM AF The HOLOGRAM AF is an auxiliary light source used for focusing on subjects in dark places. Set HOLOGRAM F in to AUTO in the menu settings. (The default setting is AUTO.) When appears on the screen in a dark place, press PHOTO lightly. Then the auxiliary light will automatically emit until the subject is focused.
Recording still images on a“Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording Notes •Attaching the lens hood or a conversion lens (optional) may obstruct the HOLOGRAM AF light and make focusing difficult. We recommend removing the lens hood or a conversion lens while shooting with the HOLOGRAM AF. •If enough light does not reach the subject even if the HOLOGRAM AF emitter is emitted (recommended shooting distance is 2.5 m (8 1/3 feet)), the subject will not be focused.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording Self-timer memory photo recording You can record images on a “Memory Stick” with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position). (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press SELFTIMER. (self-timer) indicator appears on the screen. The (4) Press PHOTO deeper.
Recording images from a tape as still images Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as a still image on a “Memory Stick.” Your camcorder can also capture moving picture data through the input connector and record it as a still image on a “Memory Stick.” Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” and the recorded tape into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press N. Moving pictures recorded on the tape are played back.
Recording images from a tape as still images Image size of still images Image size is automatically set to 640 × 480. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike the unit. Also, do not turn the power off , eject the “Memory Stick.” Otherwise, image data may become damaged. If “ FORMAT ERROR” appears on the screen The inserted “Memory Stick” is incompatible with your camcorder because its format does not conform with your camcorder. Check the format of the “Memory Stick.
Recording images from a tape as still images Recording a still image from external equipment Before operation Set DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Play back the recorded tape, or turn the TV on to see the desired program. The image of the external equipment is displayed on the screen. (3) Follow steps 3 and 4 on page 144.
Recording images from a tape as still images Using the i.LINK cable DV DV DV OUT i.LINK cable (optional) Note REC ERROR” is displayed, In the following instances, recording is interrupted or “ and recording is not possible. Reinsert the “Memory Stick” to record distortion-free images. – When recording on a tape in a poor recording state, for example, on a tape that has been repeatedly used for dubbing.
Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX You can superimpose a still image you have recorded on the “Memory Stick” on the moving picture you are recording. You can record the superimposed images on a tape or a “Memory Stick.” (However, you can record only superimposed still images on the “Memory Stick.”) M. CHROM (memory chroma key) You can swap a blue area of a still image such as an illustration or a frame with a moving picture. M.
Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX Recording superimposed images on a tape Before operation •Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder. •Insert a “Memory Stick” recorded still images into your camcorder. M. CHROM: Blue chroma key (only blue background portion) to extract a still image and superimpose it on a moving image M. LUMI: Brightness level used when extracting a still image and superimposing it on a moving image C.
Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX 8 POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA 4 MEMORY/ NETWORK MEM MIX MEM – MIX + OFF MCCAM OVERLUMI LAP OK CAMCM MCCAM CHROM CHROM Still image 100–0001 – 2 5 + MEM MIX OFF OK M. LUMI FN – 6 + 100–0001 – + MEM MIX OFF – + OK M. LUMI – + 100–0001 – + To change the still image to be superimposed Press –/+ on the right lower corner before step 6. To cancel MEMORY MIX Press OFF to return to PAGE1.
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” recorded still images into your camcorder. M. CHROM: M. LUMI: C.
Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX 8 O PHOT 4 MEM MIX OFF MCCAM LUMI – + OK CAMCM MCCAM CHROM CHROM Still image 100–0001 – 2 5 + MEM MIX OFF OK M. LUMI FN – 6 + 100–0001 – + MEM MIX OFF – + OK M. LUMI – + 100–0001 – + To change the still image to be superimposed Press –/+ on the right lower corner before step 6. To cancel MEMORY MIX Press OFF to return to PAGE2.
Recording moving pictures on a“Memory Stick” – MPEG movie recording You can record moving pictures with sound on a “Memory Stick.” You can record picture and sound continuously up to the capacity of a “Memory Stick”(MPEG MOVIE EX). Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position). (2) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording.
Recording moving pictures on a “Memory Stick” – MPEG movie recording Note Sound is recorded in monaural. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only) The following functions do not work: – Digital zoom – Wide mode – Fader – Picture effect – Digital effect – Sports lesson of PROGRAM AE (The indicator flashes.) – Title When using an external flash (optional) Turn the power of the external flash off when recording moving pictures on a “Memory Stick.
Recording moving pictures on a “Memory Stick” – MPEG movie recording Self-timer MPEG movie recording You can record images on a “Memory Stick” with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position). (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press SELFTIMER. (self-timer) indicator appears on the screen. The (4) Press START/STOP.
Recording pictures from a tape as a moving picture Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as a moving picture on a “Memory Stick.” Your camcorder can also capture moving picture data through the input connector and record it as a moving picture on a “Memory Stick.” Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” and the recorded tape into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press N. The picture recorded on the tape is played back.
Recording pictures from a tape as a moving picture Notes •Sound recorded in 48 kHz is converted to 32 kHz sound when recording images from a tape to a “Memory Stick.” •Sound recorded in stereo is converted to monaural sound when recording from a tape. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or knock the unit. Also, do not turn the power off, eject the “Memory Stick.” Otherwise, image data may become damaged. Titles already recorded on cassettes You cannot record titles on a “Memory Stick.
Recording pictures from a tape as a moving picture Recording a moving picture from external equipment Before operation Set DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Play back the recorded tape, or turn the TV on to see the desired program. The image of the other equipment is displayed on the screen. (3) Follow the procedure on page 156 from the step 3 onwards at the point where you want to start recording from.
Recording pictures from a tape as a moving picture Using the i.LINK cable DV DV DV OUT i.LINK cable (optional) Note REC ERROR” is displayed and you cannot record In the following instances, “ pictures. – When recording on a tape in a poor recording state, for example, on a tape that has been repeatedly used for dubbing. – When attempting to input images that are distorted due to poor radio wave reception when a TV tuner unit is in use. – When the input signal is cut off.
Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture – Digital program editing (on a “Memory Stick”) You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto a “Memory Stick.” Making the program Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” and a recorded tape into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to set VIDEO EDIT in to MEMORY, then press the dial (p.217).
Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture – Digital program editing (on a “Memory Stick”) Erasing the program you have set Erase OUT first and then IN of the last 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 last set program mark flashes, then the setting is canceled. To cancel erasing Select RETURN with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial in step 2.
Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture – Digital program editing (on a “Memory Stick”) Performing the program (Dubbing on a “Memory Stick”) (1) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select START, then press the dial. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial. Search for the beginning of the first program, then start dubbing. The program mark flashes.
Copying still images from a tape – PHOTO SAVE Using the search function, you can automatically capture only still images from tapes and record them on a “Memory Stick” in sequence. Before operation •Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder and rewind the tape. •Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PHOTO SAVE in , then press the dial (p. 212). PHOTO BUTTON appears on the screen. (3) Press PHOTO deeper.
Copying still images from a tape – PHOTO SAVE Image size of still images Image size is automatically set to 640 × 480. When the 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.” Otherwise, image data may become damaged. If the write-protect switch on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK “NOT READY” appears when you select the item in the menu settings.
Viewing still images – Memory photo playback 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. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only) or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position). PB.
Viewing still images – Memory photo playback You may not be able to play back images with your camcorder: – when playing back image data modified on your computer. – when playing back image data shot with other equipment. Notes on the file name •The directory number may not be displayed and only the file name may be displayed if the structure of the directory does not conform to the DCF standard.
Viewing still images – Memory photo playback 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 when searching for a particular image. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only) or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position). (2) Press INDEX to display the index screen.
Viewing moving pictures – MPEG movie playback 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/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only) or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position). PB. The last recorded image is displayed.
Viewing moving pictures – MPEG movie playback Playing back a moving picture from the desired part The moving picture recorded on a “Memory Stick” is divided into 23 parts. You can select every each one point and play back pictures. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. 1/2 0 : 00 : 00 320 MOV00001 MPEG NX – + CAM INDEX “Memory Stick” Operations (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only) or VCR.
Viewing moving pictures – MPEG movie playback Screen indicators during moving picture playback Image size Picture number/Total number of recorded pictures 320 MOV00001 1/20 0 : 01 : 00 MPEG NX – –4–2002 JUL 12 : 05 –– –: 56 – Protect + CAM INDEX FN When the POWER switch is set to VCR, VCR is displayed instead of CAM. Data directory number/File number Recording date/time. (Various settings are displayed as “– – –”.) Recording date/time To display the recording date/time, press DATA CODE.
Copying images recorded on a “Memory Stick” to a tape You can copy images recorded on a “Memory Stick” and record them to a tape. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” and a tape for recording into your camcorder. 4 PB 3 REC “Memory Stick” Operations (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Using the video control buttons, search a point where you want to record the desired images. Set the tape to playback pause. (3) Press z REC and the button on its right simultaneously on your camcorder.
Copying images recorded on a “Memory Stick” to a tape During copying You cannot operate the following functions: – MEMORY PLAY – MEMORY INDEX – MEMORY DELETE – MEMORY +/– Note on the index screen You cannot record the index screen. If you press EDITSEARCH during pause Memory playback stops. Image data modified on your computers or shot with other equipment You may not be able to copy modified images with your camcorder. When copying movies After step 6, press MPEG u and play back the image.
Enlarging still images recorded on a “Memory Stick” – Memory PB ZOOM 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 a “Memory Stick”. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. 4 1 1152 PB ZOOM × 5.0 100–0003 3/14 MEMORY PLAY “Memory Stick” Operations (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only).
Enlarging still images recorded on a “Memory Stick” – Memory PB ZOOM The PB ZOOM is canceled when executing the following operations: – MENU – MEMORY PLAY* – MEMORY INDEX* – MEMORY +/–* * When these functions are selected by the Remote Commander. Moving pictures recorded on a “Memory Stick” The PB ZOOM does not work. To record the still image processed by Memory PB ZOOM on a “Memory Stick” Press PHOTO to record the still image processed by PB ZOOM. (Images are recorded at 640 × 480 size.
Playing back images in a continuous loop – SLIDE SHOW 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/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position). (2) Press FN and select PAGE3. (3) Press SLIDE SHOW. (4) Press START.
Preventing accidental erasure – Image protection 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/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only) or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position). (2) Press INDEX on your camcorder to display the index. (3) Press - MARK. The screen to protect the image appears. (4) Press the image you want to protect.
Deleting images – DELETE 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/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only) or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position). (2) Play back the image you want to delete. (3) Press FN to display PAGE1. (4) Press DELETE. “DELETE?” appears on the LCD screen. (5) Press OK.
Deleting images – DELETE Deleting selected images on the index screen Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position). (2) Press INDEX to display the index screen. (3) Press DEL. Then press the images you want to delete. The number of the selected image is highlighted. (4) Press EXEC. “DELETE?” appears on the LCD screen. (5) Press OK.
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. 2 MEMORY SET STILL SET MOVIE SET FILE NO. DELETE ALL READY FORMAT RETURN [MENU] : END 3 MEMORY SET STILL SET MOVIE SET FILE NO. DELETE ALL RETURN OK FORMAT RETURN [MENU] : END 4 MENU MEMORY SET STILL SET MOVIE SET FILE NO. DELETE ALL DELETING FORMAT RETURN [MENU] : END MEMORY SET STILL SET MOVIE SET FILE NO.
Writing a print mark – PRINT MARK You can specify a recorded still image to print out by writing a print mark. This function is useful for printing out still images later. Your camcorder conforms to the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard for specifying still images to print out. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only) or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position).
Using the optional printer You can use the optional printer on your camcorder to print images on print paper. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the printer. There are various ways of printing still images. The following describes the setup for printing with the DATE/DAY & TIME information superimposed and the print setup required to select 9PIC PRINT. Before operation •Insert a recorded “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. •Attach the optional printer to your camcorder as illustrated.
Using the optional printer Selecting 9PIC PRINT You can make 9 stickers on a single sheet when you print images recorded on a “Memory Stick” in 9PIC PRINT. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position). (2) Press FN and select PAGE3. (3) Press 9PIC PRINT. (4) Press the desired mode. SAME PICS MULTI PICS or MARKED PICS* * Nine still images with print marks are printed together.
— Viewing Images Using your Computer — Viewing images on your computer – Introduction There are the following ways of connecting the camcorder to a computer in order to view images saved on the “Memory Stick” or recorded on the tape on your computer. To view images on a computer which has a “Memory Stick” slot, first remove the “Memory Stick” from the camcorder and then insert it into the computer’s “Memory Stick” slot.
Viewing images on your computer – Introduction When connecting to a computer using the i.LINK (DV interface) Your computer must have a DV connector and editing software installed that can read video signals. DV DV connector is marked on this side i.LINK cable (optional) Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” When connecting to a computer using the USB jack There are two methods of USB connection, NORMAL and PTP. The default setting is NORMAL.
Viewing images on your computer – Introduction Notes on using your computer “Memory Stick” •“Memory Stick” operations on your camcorder cannot be assured if a “Memory Stick” formatted on your computer is 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.
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users Complete installation of the USB driver before connecting the camcorder to the computer. If you connect the camcorder to the computer first, you will not be able to install the USB driver correctly. When connecting to a computer using the USB cable You must install a USB driver onto your computer in order to connect the camcorder to the computer’s USB connector.
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users Recommended computer usage environment when connecting via USB cable and viewing “Memory Stick” images on the computer OS: Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional Standard installation is required. However, operation is not assured if the above environment is an upgraded OS.
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users Installing the USB driver Start the following operation without connecting the USB cable to your computer. Connect the USB cable according to “Making the computer recognize the camcorder.” If you are using Windows 2000 Professional or Windows XP Home Edition/ Professional, log in with permission of Administrators. (1) Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load.
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users Making the computer recognize the camcorder Viewing images recorded on a tape Refer to page 190 for details on viewing “Memory Stick” images on your computer. You need to install “PIXELA ImageMixer ” to view images recorded on a tape on your computer. Install it from the CD-ROM supplied with your camcorder. To install and use this software in Windows 2000 Professional. You must be authorized as Power Users or Administrators.
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users (11) Follow the on-screen messages so that the Add Hardware Wizard recognizes that the USB drivers have been installed. The Add Hardware Wizard starts three times because three different USB drivers are installed. Be sure to allow the installation to complete without interrupting it. For Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition/Professional users (12) After the “File Needed” screen appears. Open “Browse...
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users If you cannot install the USB driver The USB driver has been registered incorrectly as your computer was connected to your camcorder before installation of the USB driver was completed. Perform the following procedure to correctly install the USB driver.
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users 5 Select and delete the underlined devices below.
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users 6 Turn 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 supplied CD-ROM Perform the entire procedure described in “Installing the USB driver” on page 188.
Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer – For Windows users Capturing images with “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” You need to install the USB driver and “PIXELA ImageMixer” to view taped images on your computer (p. 188). To install and use the software in Windows 2000 Professional, you must be authorized as Power Users or Administrators. For Windows XP Home Edition/Professional, you must be authorized as Administrators.
Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer – For Windows users (6) Select . Preview window (USB) jack USB connector Viewing Images Using your Computer (7) Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder to the USB connector on your computer using the supplied USB cable. Push into the end USB cable (supplied) (8) Press N to start playback. The picture from the tape appears on your computer.
Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer – For Windows users Viewing pictures live from your camcorder (1) Follow the steps 1, 2 on page 194. (2) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. to ON in the menu settings (p. 215). Select USB STREAM in (3) Follow the steps 4 to 7 on page 194, 195. The picture from your camcorder appears on the preview window on your computer. Capturing still images Preview window (1) Select Thumbnail list widow .
Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer – For Windows users Capturing moving pictures Preview window . (2) Look at the preview window and click on changes to . you want to capture. at the first scene of the movie at the last scene you want to (3) Look at the preview window and click on capture. The captured images appear in the thumbnail list window. Notes • The following may occur while using your camcorder, and are not due to any malfunction. – The image shakes up and down.
Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer – For Windows users If image data cannot be transferred by the USB connection The USB driver has been registered incorrectly as your computer was connected to your camcorder before installation of the USB driver was completed. Reinstall the USB driver following the procedure on page 191. If any trouble occurs Close all running applications, then restart your computer.
Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” on your computer – For Windows users Viewing images Before operation •You need to install the USB driver to view “Memory Stick” images on your computer (p. 188). An application such as Windows Media Player must be installed to play back moving pictures in Windows environment. •Set USBCONNECT in to NORMAL in the menu settings. (The default setting is set to NORMAL.
Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” on your computer – For Windows users Image file storage destinations and image files Image files recorded with your camcorder are grouped in folders by recording mode. The meanings of the file names are as follows. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999.
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Macintosh users When connecting to a computer using the USB jack 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 your camcorder. Recommended computer usage environment when connecting via USB cable and viewing “Memory Stick” images on your computer Mac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0/9.1/9.
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Macintosh users Installing the USB driver Do not connect the USB cable to your computer before installation of the USB driver is completed. For Mac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0 users (1) Turn on your computer and allow the Mac OS to load. (2) Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. The application software screen appears. (3) Click the “USB Driver” to open the folder containing the six files related to “Driver.
Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” on your computer – For Macintosh users Viewing images Before operation You need to install the USB driver to view “Memory Stick” images on your computer (p. 202). QuickTime 3.0 or newer must be installed to play back moving pictures.
Capturing images from an analog video unit on your computer – Signal convert function You can capture images and sound from an analog video unit connected to your computer which has the i.LINK jack connected to your camcorder. Before operation Set DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press MENU, then select A/V t DV OUT in to ON with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 210). (3) Start playback on the analog video unit.
— Using the Network function — Accessing the network – DCR-TRV950 only You can access the Internet via a Bluetooth compliant device from your camcorder. Once the access is made, you can view a Web page, send/receive your e-mail, etc. This section described only how to open the Network Menu. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position). (2) Press NETWORK. (Bluetooth) lamp lights up and Network Menu appears.
Accessing the network How to hold your camcorder when operating in NETWORK mode Hold your camcorder with your hand through the grip belt to keep from dropping it. The operation buttons needed in NETWORK mode are displayed on the LCD screen. Press the buttons with the supplied stylus. After using the stylus Put it back in the holder. Hold the stylus correctly as shown in the illustration and insert it until it clicks.
— Customizing Your Camcorder — Changing the default settings with the menu To change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial. The default settings can be partially changed. First, select the icon, then the menu item and then the mode. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, VCR or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCRTRV950 only), then press MENU. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired icon, then press the dial to set.
Changing the default settings with the menu To make the menu display disappear Press MENU. Menu items are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET PRINT SET CM SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Selecting the mode setting of each item z is the default setting. Menu items differ depending on the position of the POWER switch. The screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment. MEMORY/NETWORK is one of the positions of the POWER switch on the DCRTRV950.
Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item POWER switch Mode Meaning z OFF To deactivate the digital zoom. Up to 12× zoom is performed. CAMERA SET D ZOOM PHOTO REC 24× To activate the digital zoom. More than 12× to 24× zoom is performed digitally (p. 31) 150× To activate the digital zoom. More than 12× to 150× zoom is performed digitally z MEMORY TAPE 16:9WIDE z OFF ON STEADYSHOT z ON OFF INT.
Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item POWER switch Mode Meaning z STEREO To play back a stereo tape or dual sound track tape with main and sub sound (p. 229) VCR SET HiFi SOUND AUDIO MIX 1 To play back a stereo tape with the left sound or a dual sound tape with main sound 2 To play back a stereo tape with the right sound or a dual sound track tape with sub sound —— To adjust the balance between the stereo 1 and stereo 2 (p.
Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item POWER switch Mode Meaning z OFF To not record continuously MEMORY SET STILL SET BURST QUALITY NORMAL To record from four to 13 images continuously (p. 137) EXP BRKTG To record three images continuously with different exposure MULTI SCRN To record nine images continuously, display the images on a single page divided into nine boxes z SUPER FINE To record still images in the finest image quality mode (p.
Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item Mode Meaning POWER switch MEMORY SET PHOTO SAVE FILE NO. DELETE ALL FORMAT —— z SERIES To copy still images on the tape onto the “Memory Stick” (p. 163) VCR To assign numbers to file in sequence even if the “Memory Stick” is changed VCR MEMORY/ NETWORK RESET To reset the file numbering each time the “Memory Stick” is changed —— To delete all unprotected images (p.
Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item Mode Meaning POWER switch z OFF To make prints without the recording date and time MEMORY/ NETWORK PRINT SET DATE/TIME DATE To make prints with the recording date (p. 181) DAY&TIME To make prints with the recording date and time TITLE —— To superimpose a title or make your own title (p. 119, 122) VCR CAMERA TITLEERASE —— To erase the title you have superimposed (p.
Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item Mode Meaning z SP To record in the SP (Standard Play) mode POWER switch TAPE SET REC MODE LP AUDIO MODE z 12BIT 16BIT qREMAIN z AUTO MIC LEVEL z AUTO ON MANUAL To increase the recording time to 1.
Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item Mode POWER switch Meaning SETUP MENU CLOCK SET —— USB STREAM z OFF ON USBCONNECT z NORMAL PTP LTR SIZE z NORMAL CAMERA MEMORY/ NETWORK To deactivate the USB streaming To activate the USB streaming VCR CAMERA To connect and recognize the “Memory Stick” drive. MEMORY/ NETWORK To connect and only copy a “Memory Stick” image from your camcorder to a computer (only with Windows XP or Mac OS X) 1.
Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item Mode Meaning POWER switch z DATE/CAM To display date, time and various settings during playback when pressing the DATA CODE button (p.
Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item Mode Meaning z LCD To show the display on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder POWER switch OTHERS DISPLAY V-OUT/LCD REC LAMP z ON OFF VIDEO EDIT z RETURN To show the display on the TV screen, LCD screen and in the viewfinder To light up the camera recording lamp at the front of your camcorder To turn the camera recording lamp off so that the person is not aware of the recording To cancel video editing.
— Troubleshooting — Types of trouble and how to correct trouble If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, remove the power supply and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If “C:ss:ss” appears on the screen, the self-diagnosis display function has worked. See page 225. In the recording Symptom START/STOP does not operate. The power goes off.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Symptom The picture does not appear in the viewfinder. A vertical band appears when you shoot a subject such as lights or a candle flame against a dark background. Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The LCD panel is open. c Close the LCD panel (p. 28). • The contrast between the subject and background is too high. This is not a malfunction. A vertical band appears when you shoot a very bright subject. • This is not a malfunction.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble In the playback Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The POWER switch is not set to VCR. c Set it to VCR (p. 39). • The cassette has run out of the tape. The playback button does not work. c Rewind the tape (p. 39). • The video heads may be dirty. There are horizontal lines on the c Clean the heads using the cleaning cassette (optional) picture, or the playback picture is not (p. 237). clear or does not appear.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble In the recording and playback Symptom The power does not turn on. The end search does not work. The end search does not work correctly. The battery pack is quickly discharged. The battery remaining time indicator does not indicate the correct time. The cassette cannot be removed from the holder. The % and Z indicators flash and no functions except for cassette ejection work. indicator does not appear when using a cassette with cassette memory.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble When operating using the “Memory Stick” 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 carried out. You cannot protect the image. You cannot write a print mark on the still image. PHOTO SAVE does not work. You cannot play back images in actual size. You cannot play back image data.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Others Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The cassette has no cassette memory. c Use a cassette with cassette memory (p. 119). • The cassette memory is full. c Erase unwanted titles (p. 121). • The cassette is set to prevent accidental erasure. c Slide the write-protect tab so that red portion is not visible (p. 23). • The tape has a blank portion between recorded portions. c Superimpose the title to recorded positions (p. 120).
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Symptom The cassette cannot be removed even if the cassette lid is open. The melody or beep sounds for five seconds. When you set the POWER switch to VCR or OFF (CHG), if you move your camcorder, you may hear a clattering sound from inside your camcorder. You cannot charge the battery pack. While charging the battery pack, no indicator appears, the indicator flashes in the display window. No function works though the power is on.
Self-diagnosis display Your camcorder has a self-diagnosis display function. This function displays the current state of your camcorder as a 5-digit code (a combination of a letter and figures) on the screen. If a 5-digit code is displayed, check the following list of codes. The last two digits (indicated by ss) differ depending on the state of your camcorder. LCD screen, Viewfinder or Display window C:21:00 Self-diagnosis display • C:ss:ss You can service your camcorder yourself.
Warning indicators and messages If indicators and messages appear on the screen or in the display window, check the following: See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Warning indicators 100–0001 C:21:00 100-0001 Warning indicator pertaining to files Slow flashing: •The file is corrupted. •The file is unreadable. •You are trying to use the MEMORY MIX on a moving picture (p. 148). C:21:00 Self-diagnosis display (p. 225).
Warning indicators and messages Warning messages •CLOCK SET •FOR “InfoLITHIUM” BATTERY ONLY • CLEANING CASSETTE** • FULL • 16BIT REC MODE • TAPE • “i.LINK” CABLE • • FULL - • NO FILE • • NO MEMORY STICK AUDIO ERROR • • MEMORY STICK ERROR FORMAT ERROR • - DIRECTORY ERROR • PLAY ERROR • REC ERROR •COPY INHIBIT •Q Z TAPE END •Q NO TAPE • NO PRINT MARK • NO STILL IMAGE FILE •DELETING •FORMATTING • NOW CHARGING The video heads are dirty (p. 237). The cassette memory is full.
— Additional Information — Usable cassettes Selecting cassette types You can use Digital8, ED Betamax, mini DV cassettes only*. You cannot use any other 8 mm, VHS, VHSC, S-VHS, S-VHSC, Betamax, DV or MICRO MV cassette. Hi8, * There are two types of mini DV cassettes: with cassette memory and without cassette memory. Cassettes with cassette memory have the (Cassette Memory) mark. We recommend that you use cassette with cassette memory. IC memory is mounted on this type of cassette.
Usable cassettes Copyright signal When you play back Using any other video camera recorder, you cannot record on tape that has recorded copyright control signals for copyright protection of software which is played back on your camcorder. When you record You cannot record software on your camcorder that contains copyright control signals for copyright protection of software. “COPY INHIBIT” appears on the screen or on the TV screen if you try to record such software.
Usable cassettes Notes on the cassette When affixing a label on the cassette Be sure to affix a label only at the locations illustrated below [a] to prevent malfunction of your camcorder. After using the cassette Rewind the tape to the beginning, put the cassette in its case, and store it upright. When the cassette memory does not work Reinsert a cassette. The gold-plated connector of the cassette may be dirty or dusty.
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack What is the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack? The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for communicating information related to operating conditions between the battery pack and an optional AC adaptor/charger. The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack calculates the power consumption according to the operating conditions of your camcorder, and displays the remaining battery time in minutes.
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack How to store the battery pack •If the battery pack is not used for a long time, do the following procedure once per year to maintain proper function. 1. Fully charge the battery. 2. Discharge on your electronic equipment. 3. Remove 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 recording standby until the power goes off without a cassette inserted.
About i.LINK The DV Interface on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant DV input/output Interface. This section describes the i.LINK standard and its features. What is i.LINK? i.LINK is a digital serial interface for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in two directions between equipment having the i.LINK jack, and for controlling other equipment. i.LINK-compatible equipment can be connected by a single i.LINK cable.
About i.LINK i.LINK functions on this unit For details on how to dub when this unit is connected to other video equipment having DV Interface, see page 97 and 111. This unit can also be connected to other i.LINK (DV Interface) 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.
Using your camcorder abroad Using your camcorder abroad Countries and areas where you can use network functions are restricted. For details, refer to the separate Network Operating Instructions. (DCR-TRV950 only) You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. When charging the battery pack, use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b].
Maintenance information and precautions Moisture condensation If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside your camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this state, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or your camcorder may not operate correctly. If there is moisture inside your camcorder, the beep and the % indicator flashes. When the Z indicator flashes at the same time, the cassette is inserted in your camcorder.
Maintenance information and precautions Maintenance information Cleaning the video heads To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. The video heads may 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 “ CLEANING CASSETTE” message appear one after another, or the x indicator flashes on the screen during recording.
Maintenance information and precautions Adjusting the LCD screen (CALIBRATION) The buttons on the touch panel may not work correctly. If this happens, follow the procedure below. (1) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). (2) Eject the cassette from your camcorder, then disconnect any connecting cable from your camcorder. (3) Set the POWER switch to VCR while pressing DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL on your camcorder, then keep pressing DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL for about five seconds.
Maintenance information and precautions Charging the built-in rechargeable battery Your camcorder has a built-in rechargeable battery so that the date, time and other settings are retained even when the POWER switch is turned off. The built-in rechargeable battery is always charged as long as you are using your camcorder. The battery, however, will become discharged gradually if you do not use your camcorder. It will be completely discharged in about four months if you do not use your camcorder at all.
Maintenance information and precautions Camcorder care •Remove the cassette, and periodically turn on the power, operate the CAMERA and VCR sections and play back a tape for about three minutes when your camcorder is not to be used for a long time. •Clean the lens with a soft brush to remove dust. If there are fingerprints on the lens, remove them with a soft cloth. •Clean the camcorder body with a dry soft cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution.
Maintenance information and precautions Battery pack •Use only the specified charger or video equipment with the charging function. •To prevent accident from a short circuit, do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals. •Keep the battery pack away from fire. •Never expose the battery pack to temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight. •Keep the battery pack dry. •Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock.
Specifications Video camera recorder System Video recording system 2 rotary heads Helical scanning system Audio recording system Rotary heads, PCM system Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 32 kHz, stereo 1, stereo 2), 16 bits (Fs 48 kHz, stereo) Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette Mini DV cassette with the mark printed Tape speed SP: Approx. 18.81 mm/s LP: Approx. 12.56 mm/s Recording/playback time (using cassette DVM60) SP: 1 hour LP: 1.
Specifications General Power requirements 7.2 V (battery pack) 8.4 V (AC power adaptor) Average power consumption (when using the battery pack) During camera recording using LCD 6.3 W Viewfinder 4.9 W Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature –20°C to + 60°C (–4°F to + 140°F) Dimensions (Approx.) 93 × 99 × 202 mm (3 3/4 × 4 × 8 in.) (w/h/d) Mass (Approx.) DCR-TRV950: 970 g (2 lb 2 oz) DCR-TRV940: 960 g (2 lb 1 oz) main unit only DCR-TRV950: 1.1kg (2 lb 6 oz) DCR-TRV940: 1.
— Quick Reference — Identifying parts and controls Camcorder 1 2 9 0 qa qs qd 3 4 qf 5 6 qg qh 7 8 1 Flash (p. 48, 139) 8 Camera recording lamp (p. 26) 2 Focus ring (p. 76) 9 Display window (p. 16) 3 Lens 0 4 Lens hood qa FOCUS switch (p. 76) 5 HOLOGRAM AF emitter (p. 141) qs PUSH AUTO button (p. 76) 6 MIC jack (PLUG IN POWER) (red) qd FADER button * (p. 56) Connect an external microphone (optional). This jack also accepts a “plug-in-power” microphone. 7 MIC jack cover (flash) button (p.
Identifying parts and controls ws qj wd qk wf wg wh ql w; REW wa PLAY FF STOP REC PAUSE wj wk wl e; wf Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 30) qk LCD/Touch panel screen (p. 24, 129) wg VOLUME buttons ** (p. 39) ql OPEN button wh Hooks for shoulder strap w; Speaker wj SEL/PUSH EXEC dial wa Video control buttons * wk MENU button (p. 207) ws DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL button (p. 41) wl AUTO LOCK selector (p. 67) wd Viewfinder (p. 30) e; RESET button (p.
Identifying parts and controls ea r; es ra rs ed ef eg eh ej ek el rd rf rg rh ea Access lamp es MEMORY OPEN button (p. 128) ed LOCK switch (p. 26) r; AUDIO/VIDEO ID-2 jack (yellow) (p. 45, 95, 146, 158, 204) ra i (headphones) jack (green) When you use headphones, the speaker on your camcorder is silent. ef POWER switch eg START/STOP button (p. 26) eh DC IN jack (p. 19) ej DC IN jack cover ek MEMORY EJECT button (p. 128) el “Memory Stick” slot (p. 128) rs (LANC) jack (blue) rd Jack cover (p.
Identifying parts and controls rj td rk tf rl tg t; ta ts rj Power zoom lever (p. 31, 86, 173) rk PHOTO button (p. 46, 51, 135) rl OPEN/ Z EJECT lever (p. 23) t; Grip strap td NETWORK button (p. 205) (DCR-TRV950 only) tf (Bluetooth) lamp (p. 205) (DCR-TRV950 only) tg Cassette lid ta Holder (DCR-TRV950 only) ts Stylus (p. 206) (DCR-TRV950 only) Quick Reference Fastening the grip strap Fasten the grip strap firmly.
Identifying parts and controls ya ys yd yf th yg tj yh tk yj tl yk y; th AUDIO DUB button (p. 117) yd PROGRAM AE button (p. 68) tj BACK LIGHT button (p. 34) yf SHUTTER SPEED button * (p. 70) tk SPOT LIGHT button * (p. 35) yg WHT BAL button (p. 72) tl EDITSEARCH button * (p. 37) yh EXPOSURE button (p. 74) y; DATA CODE button (p. 41) yj AUDIO LEVEL button (p. 79) ya COLOR BAR button (p. 66) yk ZEBRA selector (p. 65) ys CUSTOM PRESET button (p.
Identifying parts and controls u; ua yl yl Battery Pack (p. 15) u; Tripod receptacle ua Lens cap (p. 26) Quick Reference Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely, and the screw may damage your camcorder.
Identifying parts and controls Remote Commander The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on your camcorder function identically to the buttons on your camcorder. 8 1 9 2 3 0 qa qs 4 qd 5 6 7 1 PHOTO button (p. 46, 51, 135) qf 3 Memory control buttons 8 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control your camcorder after turning on your camcorder. 4 SEARCH MODE button (p. 89, 90, 92) 9 ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 88) 5 Video control buttons (p.
Identifying parts and controls To prepare the Remote Commander Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and – on the batteries to the + and – in the battery compartment. Notes on the Remote Commander •Point the remote sensor away from strong light sources such as direct sunlight or overhead lighting. Otherwise, the Remote Commander may not function properly. •Your camcorder works in the commander mode VTR 2.
Identifying parts and controls Operation indicators LCD screen and Viewfinder 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 120min – STILL 16:9WIDE NEG. ART AUTO 60 AWB F1.8 9db STBY + 0:12:34 12min ZERO SET MEMORY END SEARCH DV IN 16BIT 100–0001 0 qa qs qd 1 Cassette memory (p. 12, 228) 2 Remaining battery time (p. 33) 3 Zoom (p. 31)/ Exposure (p. 74)/ Data file name (p. 126) 4 Digital effect (p. 59, 85)/ MEMORY MIX (p. 148)/ FADER (p. 55) 5 16:9WIDE (p. 53) 6 Picture effect (p. 58, 84) 7 Custom preset (p. 62) 8 Data code (p.
Identifying parts and controls Display window e; wk wl wk Remaining battery time indicator (p. 16)/ Tape counter (p. 33)/ Time code indicator (p. 33)/ Image number (p. 166)/ Self-diagnosis indicator (p. 225) wl Remaining battery time (p. 16) e; FULL charge indicator (p.
Index A, B AC power adaptor .................. 16 Adjusting viewfinder ............. 30 Audio dubbing ...................... 115 AUDIO LEVEL ....................... 79 AUDIO MIX .......................... 210 Audio mode ........................... 214 AUTO LOCK selector ............ 67 Auto red-eye reduction ........................................ 48, 139 AUTO SHTR .......................... 208 A/V connecting cable .......... 45, 95, 109, 146, 158, 204 BACK LIGHT ..........................
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