Sony DCR-TRV50 manual

3-074-375- 12 (1) ©2002 Sony Corporation Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dea[...]

2 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. W ARNING To[...]

3 IMPORTANT NOTE To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the following antenna installation and device operating configurations must be satisfied: the antenna has been installed by the manufacturer and no changes can be made. “Memory Stick” This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following[...]

4 Main featur es Recording moving pictures or still images, and playing them back •Recording moving pictures on a tape (p. 26) •Recording still images on a tape (p. 52) •Playing back a tape (p. 40) •Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s (p. 47, 126) •Recording moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s (p. 144) •Viewing still images[...]

Getting Started 5 Main features Accessing the Internet via a Bluetooth equipped device (DCR-TRV50 only) Accessing the Internet, sending/ receiving your e-mail. For details, refer to the Network Function Operating Instructions supplied with your camcorder. (DCR- TRV50 only) (p. 197) 5 Other uses Functions for adjusting exposure in the recording mode[...]

6 T able 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 ..[...]

Getting Started 7 Table of contents Recording pictures from tape as a moving picture ............................. 147 Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture – Digital program editing (on “Memory Stick”s) .................. 151 Copying still images from a tape – PHOTO SAVE ............................ 154 Viewing still im[...]

Quick Start Guide 8 Quick Start Guide – Recor ding on a tape Inserting a cassette (p. 23) Connecting the power cord (p. 19) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 15). 1 Slide OPEN/ EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. 3 Close the cassette compartment by pressing on the cassette compartment. After the cassett[...]

Quick Start Guide 9 VCR MEMORY/ NETWORK CAMERA OFF(CHG) P O W E R Recording a picture (p. 26) 1 Remove the lens cap. 3 Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. The picture appears on the screen. 2 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. 4 Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. To stop recording, press START/ STOP [...]

Quick Start Guide 10 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. Inserting a “Memory Stick” (p. 119) Insert a “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick” slot as far as i[...]

Quick Start Guide 11 Recording a still image on “Memory Stick” (p. 126) When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set to off. If you want to record the date and time for a picture, set the clock setting before recording (p. 20). NOTE Do not pick up your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the flash, the LCD panel or the battery pa[...]

12 — 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-TRV50 is the model used for illustration purposes. Otherwise, the model name is i[...]

Getting Started 13 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. Copyright precautions Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary t[...]

14 Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 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. 46) 4 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 242) 5 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 243) 6 Sho[...]

15 Getting Started Step 1 Pr eparing the power supply Installing the battery pack ( 1 ) Lift up the viewfinder. ( 2 ) Slide the battery pack down until it clicks. To remove the battery pack ( 1 ) Lift up the viewfinder. ( 2 ) Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing BATT down. If you use the large capacity battery pac[...]

16 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 223 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[...]

17 Getting Started 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. Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator in the display window indicates the approximate [...]

18 Step 1 Preparing the power supply Playing time Battery pack Playing time Playing time with LCD closed on LCD screen NP-FM50 (supplied) 200 135 NP-FM70 415 285 NP-QM71 485 335 NP-FM90 630 435 NP-FM91/QM91 725 505 Approximate minutes when you use a fully charged battery Note Approximate recording time and continuous playing time at 25 ° C (77 ° [...]

19 Getting Started 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 ) 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 t[...]

20 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-TRV50 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 [...]

21 Getting Started Note Instead of DST, SUMMERTIME is displayed on the screen for some models. If you do not set the date and time “ --:--:-- ” and “ --- -- ---- ” are recorded on the data code of the tape and the “ Memory Stick. ” When using your camcorder abroad Set the clock to the local time (p. 22). If you use the camcorder in a re[...]

22 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 208 for more information. * Instead of DST, SUMMERTIME is displayed on the screen for some models. World time differences AREA 1 2 3 4 [...]

23 Getting Started ( 1 ) Prepare the power supply. ( 2 ) Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens. ( 3 ) Push the center of the cassette back to insert. Insert the cassette straight as far as possible into the cassette compartment with the window facing up. ( 4 ) Clos[...]

24 Your camcorder has operation buttons on the LCD screen. Touch the LCD screen directly with your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-TRV50 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 th[...]

25 Getting Started Step 4 Using the touch panel 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 stylus supplied. (DCR-TRV50 only) • Do not [...]

26 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 butt[...]

27 Recording – Basics 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 DATA CODE during playback. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation (p. 42)[...]

28 After recording ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). ( 2 ) Close the LCD panel. ( 3 ) Eject the cassette. ( 4 ) 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. When closing the LCD panel, set it [...]

29 Recording – Basics Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Press FN and select PAGE2. When you set the POWER switch to VCR, press FN to display PAGE1 (p. 24). ( 2 ) Press LCD BRT. The screen to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen appears. ( 3 ) Adjust the brightnes[...]

30 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. Viewfinder backlight You can change the brightness of the b[...]

31 Recording – Basics 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) To use zoom greater than 10 × Zoom greater than 10 × is performe[...]

32 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-TRV50 only). Rotate the LCD screen 180 degrees. The ind[...]

33 Recording – Basics Indicators displayed in the recording Indicators are not recorded on tapes. Remaining battery time indicator during recording The remaining battery time indicator roughly indicates the continuous recording time. The indicator may not be correct, depending on the conditions in which you are recording. When you close the LCD p[...]

34 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. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only), press BACK LIGHT. The . indicator appears on the screen. To cancel, press BACK LIGHT again. When shooting b[...]

35 Recording – Basics Using Super NightShot The Super NightShot makes subjects more than 16 times brighter than those recorded in the NightShot. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON. The and “ NIGHTSHOT ” indicators flash on the screen. ( 2 ) Press SUPER NS. The and “ SUPER NIGHTSHOT ” indicators flash on the screen[...]

36 Recording a picture When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only) You cannot use the following functions: – Super NightShot – Color Slow Shutter NightShot Light NightShot Light rays are infrared and so are invisible. The maximum shooting distance using the NightShot Light is about 3 m (10 feet). While using the Color Slow S[...]

37 Recording – Basics 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 (p. 24). ( 2 ) Press SELFTIMER. The (self-timer) indicator appears on the screen. ( 3 ) Press START/STOP. The sel[...]

38 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. END SEARCH You can go to the end of the recorded section after you record. ( 1 ) In the standby, press FN to display PAGE1 (p. 24). ( 2 ) Press END SCH. The last five seconds of the reco[...]

39 Recording – Basics 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 [...]

40 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. ( 1 ) Prepare the power supply and insert the recorded tape. ( 2 ) Set the POWER switch to VCR while pressing the small green but[...]

41 Playback – Basics 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 ba[...]

42 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. About date/time and various settings Your camcorder automatically rec[...]

43 Playback – Basics Playing back a tape [ a ] Tape counter [ b ] SteadyShot OFF [ c ] Exposure mode [ d ] White balance [ e ] Gain [ f ] Shutter speed [ g ] Aperture value To not display various settings Set DATA CODE to DATE in the menu settings (p. 208). The display changes as follows when you press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander: date/time[...]

44 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 Press M in the stop mode. To resume normal playback, press N . To rewind the tape Press m in the stop mode. T[...]

45 Playback – Basics 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. H[...]

46 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[...]

47 Advanced Recording Operations 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. 52). Before operation • Insert a “ Memory Stick ” into your camcorder (p. 119). • Set PHOTO REC in to MEMORY in the menu settings (The default setting is MEMOR[...]

48 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. 126). 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 (DCR- TRV50 only) is used. (The defaul[...]

49 Advanced Recording Operations 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 the (flash) repeatedly until the flash mode indicator appears on the screen. Each press of (flash) change[...]

50 Recording still images on a “ Memory Stick ” during tape recording If you leave your camcorder for five or more minutes after disconnecting the power supply Your camcorder returns to the default setting (auto). You cannot shoot images with the flash during the following operations: – Fader – Recording The flash does not fire even if you [...]

51 Advanced Recording Operations Self-timer recording You can record still images on “ Memory Stick ” s with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. Before operation • Insert a “ Memory Stick ” into your camcorder (p. 119). • Set PHOTO REC in to MEMORY in the menu settings.(The default setting is MEMORY[...]

52 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. ( 1 ) In the standby, set PHOTO REC in to TAPE in the menu settings (p. 201). ( 2 ) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a still image appears. The CAPTURE indicator appears. Recording doe[...]

53 Advanced Recording Operations 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. The image may fluctuate. • You cannot use PHOTO during the following operations ( indicator flashes on the screen): [...]

54 You can manually adjust and set the white balance. This adjustment makes white subjects look white and allows more natural color balance. Normally white balance is automatically adjusted. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Press MENU, then select WHT BAL in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 200). ( 2 ) Turn th[...]

55 Advanced Recording Operations 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 wid[...]

56 In the wide mode You cannot select the following functions: – Recording still images on a “ Memory Stick ” in the tape recording or tape recording standby – OLD MOVIE – BOUNCE 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 [...]

57 Advanced Recording Operations You can fade in or out to give your recording a more professional appearance. MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to color. When fading out, the picture gradually changes from color to black-and-white. 1) You can use the bounce when D ZOOM is set to OFF in the menu settings. 2[...]

58 ( 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[...]

59 Advanced Recording Operations When you set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only) You cannot use the fader. While using the bounce, you cannot use the following functions: – Focus – Zoom – Picture effect – Exposure – Flexible Spot Meter Note on the bounce The BOUNCE indicator does not appear in the following mode or functi[...]

60 You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on TV. NEG. ART [ a ] : The color and brightness of the picture are reversed. SEPIA : The picture appears in sepia. B&W : The picture appears in monochrome (black-and-white). SOLARIZE [ b ] : The light intensity becomes clearer, to make the picture look more li[...]

61 Advanced Recording Operations Using special ef fects – 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 inte[...]

62 Using special effects – Digital effect ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, press FN to display PAGE1. ( 2 ) Press DIG EFFT. The screen to select a desired digital effect appears. ( 3 ) Press a desired digital effect. In the STILL and LUMI. modes, the still image is stored in memory. ( 4 ) Press – /+ to adjust the effect. – : To reduce th[...]

63 Advanced Recording Operations Using special effects – Digital effect Notes • The following functions do not work during digital effect: – Fader – Super NightShot – Color Slow Shutter – Tape photo recording – Recording still images on a “ Memory Stick ” in the tape recording or tape recording standby • The PROGRAM AE does not [...]

64 Using the PROGRAM AE You can select the PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) to suit your specific shooting requirements. Spotlight This mode prevents people ’ s faces, for example, from appearing excessively white when shooting subjects lit by strong light in the theater. Soft portrait This mode brings out the subject while creating a soft background f[...]

65 Advanced Recording Operations ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only), press PROGRAM AE. The PROGRAM AE indicator appears. ( 2 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired PROGRAM AE. The indicator changes as follows: y y y y y To cancel the PROGRAM AE Press PROGRAM AE. Using the PROGRAM AE 1 2 PROGRAM AE[...]

66 Using the PROGRAM AE Notes • Because your camcorder is set to focus only on subjects in the middle to far distance, you cannot take close-ups in the following modes: – Spotlight – Sports lesson – Beach & ski • Your camcorder is set to focus only on distant subjects in the following modes: – Sunset & moon – Landscape • The[...]

67 Advanced Recording Operations You can manually adjust and set the exposure. Normally the exposure is automatically adjusted. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases: – When the subject is backlit – When shooting subjects and dark backgrounds – When recording dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully ( 1 ) Set the POWER switc[...]

68 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: – The subject is backlit. – When there is strong contrast between the subject and background such as with a subject that is on stage and lighted by a spotl[...]

69 Advanced Recording Operations 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[...]

70 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 [...]

71 Advanced Recording Operations 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 ) When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR- TRV50 only), set FOCUS to MAN. ( 2 ) Press FN to display PAGE1. ( 3 ) Press SPOT FOCUS. The SPOT FOCUS screen appears.[...]

72 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. ( 1 ) In the standby, press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select INT. REC in , then press the dial (p. 201). ( 2 ) Turn the[...]

73 Advanced Recording Operations Interval recording 4 6 CAMERA SET D ZOOM PHOTO REC 16:9WIDE STEADYSHOT FRAME REC INT. REC RETURN ON [ MENU ] : END 5 INTERVAL STBY [ MENU ] : END [ MENU ] : END [ MENU ] : END [ MENU ] : END CAMERA SET INT. REC INTERVAL REC TIME RETURN 30SEC CAMERA SET INT. REC INTERVAL REC TIME RETURN 30SEC 1MIN 5MIN 10MIN CAMERA S[...]

74 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 4. ( 1 ) In the standby, press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to s[...]

75 Advanced Playback Operations 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 (p. 200). ( 2 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired picture effect, then press the [...]

76 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 digital effect. In the STILL or LUMI., the picture where you select the [...]

77 Advanced Playback Operations You can enlarge playback images recorded on tapes. Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on “ Memory Stick ” s (p. 164). ( 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 wa[...]

78 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 pictu[...]

79 Advanced Playback Operations 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 ZERO SET MEMORY indicator does not appear. ( 2 ) Press ZERO SET MEMORY at the point you want to l[...]

80 If you use a cassette with cassette memory, you can search for the boundaries of 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 TI[...]

81 Advanced Playback Operations 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[...]

82 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 The 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 [...]

83 Advanced Playback Operations 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 stil[...]

84 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. 205). ( 3 ) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the PHOTO SEARCH indicator appears. The indicator changes as follows: DATE SEARCH t[...]

85 Advanced Playback Operations Scanning photo ( 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 setting[...]

86 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.) • Press the following buttons t[...]

87 Editing 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 [...]

88 Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) to DV IN/OUT jack 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[...]

89 Editing 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 also dub on “ Memory Stick ” s. See page 151 for more information. Before operating the Digital program editing on tapes recorded on other equipment Step 1 [...]

90 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 an A/V connecting cable, follow the procedure below, steps ( 1 ) to ( 4 ) , to send the control signal correctly. ( 1 ) Set the IR SETUP code 1 Set the POWER swit[...]

91 Editing Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) * TV/VCR component Note on IR SETUP codes Digital program editing is not possible if the VCR does not support IR SETUP codes. 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 s[...]

92 ( 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. Buttons to cancel recording pause on the VCR The butt[...]

93 Editing ( 4 ) Confirming VCR operation 1 Insert a recordable tape into the VCR, then set to recording pause. 2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IR TEST, then press the dial. 3 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial. If the VCR starts recording, the setting is correct. When recording is finished, the indicator cha[...]

94 Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) When you connect using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting 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[...]

95 Editing Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) When you connect using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) You cannot dub the titles, display indicators. Note When you connect with an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable), you may not be able to operate the dubbing function correctly, depending on the VCR. Set CONTROL [...]

96 Notes • When you complete step 3, the image used to adjust the synchronization is recorded for about 50 seconds. • If you start recording from the very beginning of the tape, the first few seconds of the tape may not record properly. Be sure to allow about 10 seconds ’ lead before starting recording. • When you connect with an i.LINK cab[...]

97 Editing 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. ( 2 ) Press MENU and turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT in , then press the dial (p. 209). ( 3 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial t[...]

98 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 sett[...]

99 Editing Operation 2: Performing the program (Dubbing a tape) Make sure that your camcorder and VCR are connected, and that the VCR is set to recording pause. When you use an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable), this procedure is not necessary. When you use a digital video camera recorder, set its power switch to VCR/VTR. ( 1 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH E[...]

100 Recor ding 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.) ( 1 ) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) [...]

101 Editing 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 recorded, and when the red plug is connected, the right channel audio is recorded. If y[...]

102 Recording video or TV programs Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) to DV IN/OUT jack 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. ( 1 ) Insert a [...]

103 Editing You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable). During digital editing The color of the display may be uneven. However, this does not affect the dubbed picture. If you record playback pause picture with the DV IN/OUT jack The recorded picture becomes rough. When you play back the picture using your camcorder, [...]

104 Inserting a scene fr om 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 100 or 102. Insert a cassette containing the desired scene to insert into the VCR. [ A ] : A tap[...]

105 Editing 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. Note Pictures and sound record[...]

106 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 sound mode by specifying the start and end points. The original sound will not be erased. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. S[...]

107 Editing Connecting the A/V connecting cable to the AUDIO/VIDEO jack Dubbing with the built-in microphone No connection is necessary. Note 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. You can check the recorde[...]

108 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. ( 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 pr[...]

109 Editing 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 in the menu settings, then press the dial. ( 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. Five[...]

110 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. ( 1 ) In the recording , recording standby, playback or playback pause, press MENU, then select TITLE in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 205).[...]

111 Editing Superimposing a title If you set the write-protect tab of the cassette 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. I[...]

112 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. 205). ( 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 [...]

113 Editing 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. ( 2 ) Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TITLE in , then press the dial (p. 205). ( 3 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. ( 4 )[...]

114 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 fiv[...]

115 Editing 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 th[...]

116 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.[...]

117 “ Memory Stick ” Operations You can record and play back images on a “ Memory Stick ” supplied with your camcorder. You can easily play back, record or delete images. You can exchange image data with other equipment such as your computer etc., using the USB cable for “ Memory Stick ” supplied with your camcorder. On file format Stil[...]

118 “ Memory Stick ” s formatted on computer “ Memory Stick ” s formatted on Windows OS or Macintosh computers are not guaranteed compatible with your camcorder. Notes on image data compatibility • Image data files recorded on “ Memory Stick ” s by your camcorder conform with the Design Rules for Camera File Systems universal standard[...]

119 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Inserting a “ Memory Stick ” Insert a “ Memory Stick ” in the “ Memory Stick ” slot as far as it can go with the B mark facing as illustrated. Ejecting a “ Memory Stick ” Press the “ Memory Stick ” once lightly. While the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or knock your camcorder beca[...]

120 Using a “ Memory Stick ” – Introduction Using a touch panel Most operation buttons for use of “ Memory Stick ” s are displayed on the LCD screen. Touch the LCD screen directly with your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-TRV50 only) to operate each function. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Make sure that[...]

121 “ Memory Stick ” Operations 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 [...]

122 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-TRV50 only) or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. ( 2 ) Press MENU, then select STILL SET in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 203)[...]

123 “ Memory Stick ” Operations 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 co[...]

124 Selecting the image size You can select either of two image sizes Still images: 1360 × 1020 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 1360 × 1020. Moving pictures: 320 × 240 or 160 × 112 The default setting is 320 × 240. ( 1 ) Set the POWER swit[...]

125 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Using a “ Memory Stick ” – Introduction Image size settings Setting Meaning Indicator 1360 × 1020 Records 1360 × 1020 still images. 1360 640 × 480 Records 640 × 480 still images. 640 320 × 240 Records 320 × 240 moving pictures. 320 160 × 112 Records 160 × 112 moving pictures. 160 Approximate number [...]

126 You can record still images on “ Memory Stick ” s. Before operation Insert a “ Memory Stick ” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. ( 2 ) Press PHOTO lightly. The green z mark stops flashing, then lights up. The brightness [...]

127 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Recording still images on “ Memory Stick ” s – Memory Photo recording When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only) The following functions do not work: – Wide mode – Digital zoom – SteadyShot – Super NightShot – Color Slow Shutter – Fader – Picture effect – Digital effect [...]

128 Recording still images on “ Memory Stick ” s – 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 three still images in 1360 × 1020 size or nine still images in 640 × 4[...]

129 “ Memory Stick ” Operations ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. ( 2 ) Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select STILL SET in , then press the dial (p. 203). ( 3 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select BURST, then press the dial. ( 4 [...]

130 When selecting NORMAL or HIGH SPEED Recording continues up to the maximum number of still images during pressing PHOTO deeper. Release PHOTO to stop recording. When selecting HIGH SPEED Flickering or changes in color may occur. Also, your camcorder prevents focusing on near objects. If there is space remaining on the “ Memory Stick ” for le[...]

131 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Recording still images on “ Memory Stick ” s – Memory Photo recording Notes • The recommended shooting distance using the built-in flash is 0.3 m to 2.5 m (31/32 feet to 8 1/3 feet). • Attaching the lens hood (supplied) or a conversion lens (optional) may block the light from the flash or cause lens sha[...]

132 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 sub[...]

133 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Recording still images on “ Memory Stick ” s – Memory Photo recording Notes • A conversion lens (optional) may obstruct the HOLOGRAM AF light and make focusing difficult. • 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/[...]

134 Self-timer memory photo recording You can record images on “ Memory Stick ” s with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. ( 2 ) Press FN to display PAGE1. ( 3 ) Press SELFTIME[...]

135 “ Memory Stick ” Operations 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 recorded tape into your c[...]

136 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 a “ Memory Stick. ” Otherwise, image data may become damaged. If “ ” appears on the screen The inserted “ Memory Stick ” is incompatible with your [...]

137 “ Memory Stick ” Operations 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 t[...]

138 Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) Note In the following instances, recording is interrupted or “ REC ERROR ” is displayed, and recording is not possible. 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 – When attempting to in[...]

139 “ Memory Stick ” Operations 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) Y[...]

140 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. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. ( 2 ) Press FN to display PAGE1. ( 3 )[...]

141 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Superimposing a still image in the “ Memory Stick ” on an image – MEMORY MIX 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. Notes • You cannot use the MEMORY MIX for moving pictures recorded on “ Memor[...]

142 Recording superimposed images on a “ Memory Stick ” as a still image Before operation Insert a “ Memory Stick ” recorded still images into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. ( 2 ) Press FN and select PAGE2. ( 3 ) Press MEM MI[...]

143 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Superimposing a still image in the “ Memory Stick ” on an image – MEMORY MIX 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. Notes • You cannot use MEMORY MIX for moving pictures recorded on “ Memory St[...]

144 You can record moving pictures with sound on “ Memory Stick ” s. The picture and sound and recorded up to the capacity of “ Memory Stick ” (MPEG MOVIE EX). Before operation Insert a “ Memory Stick ” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left ([...]

145 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Note Sound is recorded in monaural. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only) The following functions do not work: – Wide mode – Digital zoom – SteadyShot – Super NightShot – Color Slow Shutter – Fader – Picture effect – Digital effect – Title – Sports lesson of PROGRAM A[...]

146 Self-timer MPEG movie recording You can record moving pictures on “ Memory Stick ” s with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. ( 2 ) Press FN to display PAGE1. ( 3 ) Press S[...]

147 “ Memory Stick ” Operations 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 recorded tape into [...]

148 Notes • Sound recorded in 48 kHz is converted to 32 kHz sound when recording images from a tape to “ Memory Stick ” s. • Sound recorded in stereo is converted to monaural sound when recording from tape. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or knock the unit. Also, do not turn the power off , eject a “ Memory Stick ” [...]

149 “ Memory Stick ” Operations 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 scr[...]

150 Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) Note In the following instances, “ REC ERROR ” is displayed and you cannot record 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 recept[...]

151 “ Memory Stick ” Operations You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto “ Memory Stick ” s. Making the program ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to VCR. ( 2 ) Insert the tape for playback, and a “ Memory Stick ” for recording into your camcorder. ( 3 ) Press MENU and turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT in , t[...]

152 Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture – Digital program editing (on “ Memory Stick ” s) 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. [...]

153 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture – Digital program editing (on “ Memory Stick ” s) Performing the program (Dubbing on a “ Memory Stick ” ) ( 1 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings, then select MEMORY, then press the dial. ( 2 ) Turn the SEL/PUS[...]

154 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 and turn the [...]

155 “ Memory Stick ” Operations 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 a “ Memory Stick ” . Otherwise, image data may become damaged. If the[...]

156 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/NETWOR[...]

157 “ Memory Stick ” Operations 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 [...]

158 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-TRV50 only) or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK swi[...]

159 “ Memory Stick ” Operations 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-TRV50 only) or VCR.[...]

160 Viewing moving pictures – MPEG movie playback Playing back a moving picture from the desired part The moving picture recorded on “ 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 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NET[...]

161 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Screen indicators during moving picture playback Recording date/time You can view recording date/time when you press DATA CODE on PAGE2. Various settings are not recorded. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (p. 42) To make screen indicator disappear Press DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL. Viewing moving[...]

162 You can copy images recorded on “ Memory Stick ” s and record them to tape. Before operation • Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder. • Insert a “ Memory Stick ” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to VCR. ( 2 ) Using the video control buttons, search a point where you want to record the desired images. Set the[...]

163 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Copying images recorded on “ Memory Stick ” s to 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 d[...]

164 You can enlarge still images recorded on a “ Memory Stick. ” You can select and view a desired part from the enlarged still image. Also, you can copy the desired part of the enlarged still image to tapes or “ Memory Stick ” s. Before operation Insert a “ Memory Stick ” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWOR[...]

165 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Enlarging still images recorded on “ Memory Stick ” s – Memory PB ZOOM The PB ZOOM is canceled when the following operations: – MENU – MEMORY PLAY – MEMORY INDEX – MEMORY +/ – Moving pictures recorded on “ Memory Stick ” s The PB ZOOM does not work. To record the still image processed by Memor[...]

166 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-TRV50 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. ( 2[...]

167 “ Memory Stick ” Operations 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-TRV50 only) or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. ( 2 ) Press INDEX on you[...]

168 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-TRV50 only) or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. ( 2 ) P[...]

169 “ Memory Stick ” Operations 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-TRV50 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. ( 2 ) Press INDEX to display the index screen. ( 3 ) Press DEL. Then [...]

170 Deleting all images You can delete all unprotected images in a “ Memory Stick. ” Before operation Insert a “ Memory Stick ” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. ( 2 ) Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [...]

171 “ Memory Stick ” Operations 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 cam[...]

172 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 print by selecting in the menu settings and the set up for print setup by selecting 9PIC PRINT on the touch pan[...]

173 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Setting with the touch panel 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-TRV50 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. ( 2 ) Press FN and select PAGE3. ( 3 ) [...]

174 There are the following ways of connecting the camcorder to a computer in order to view images saved on a “ Memory Stick ” or recorded on tape on your computer. To view images on a computer which has a Memory Stick slot, first eject the “ Memory Stick ” from the camcorder and then insert it into the computer ’ s Memory Stick slot. Whe[...]

175 Viewing Images Using your Computer When connecting to a computer using the DV jack Your computer must have a DV connector and editing software installed that can read video signals. 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 defa[...]

176 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 c[...]

177 Viewing Images Using your Computer Connecting your camcor der 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 compu[...]

178 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 Standa[...]

179 Viewing Images Using your Computer 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 Admi[...]

180 USB connector (USB) jack USB cable (supplied) Push into the end Making the computer recognize the camcorder Viewing images recorded on a tape Refer to page 181 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 [...]

181 Viewing Images Using your Computer ( 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 Profess[...]

182 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. Viewin[...]

183 Viewing Images Using your Computer Windows 2000 Professional Windows XP Home Edition/Professional Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users Windows 98SE Windows Me 5 Select and delete the underlined devices below.[...]

184 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 179. Viewing images recorded on a “ Memory Stick ” Step1: Uninstall the incorrect USB dr[...]

185 Viewing Images Using your Computer Capturing images with “ PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony ” You need to install the USB driver and PIXELA ImageMixer to view images recorded on a tape on your computer (p. 179). To install and use the software in Windows 2000 Professional, you must be authorized as Power Users or Administrators. For Windo[...]

186 ( 6 ) Select . ( 7 ) Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder with the USB connector on your computer using the supplied USB cable. ( 8 ) Press N to start playback. The picture from the tape appears on preview window on your computer. Preview window USB connector (USB) jack USB cable (supplied) Push into the end Viewing images recorded on a tap[...]

187 Viewing Images Using your Computer Viewing pictures live from your camcorder ( 1 ) Follow the steps 1, 2 on page 185. ( 2 ) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. Select USB STREAM in to ON in the menu settings (p. 207). ( 3 ) Follow the steps 4 to 7 on pages 185, 186. The picture from your camcorder appears on preview window on your computer. Capturi[...]

188 Capturing moving pictures ( 1 ) Select . ( 2 ) Look at the preview window and click on at the first scene of the movie you want to capture. changes to . ( 3 ) Look at the preview window and click on at the last scene you want to capture. The captured images appear in the thumbnail list window. Notes • The following may occur while using your [...]

189 Viewing Images Using your Computer 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 182. If any trouble occurs Close all running ap[...]

190 Viewing images Before operation • You need to install the USB driver to view “ Memory Stick ” images on your computer. (p. 179) 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 NORMAL.) ( 1 ) Turn[...]

191 Viewing Images Using your Computer ( 6 ) Select and double-click the desired image file from the folder. For the detailed folder and file name, see “ Image file storage destinations and image files ” . Desired file type Double-click in this order Still image “ Dcim ” folder t “ 100msdcf ” folder t Image file Moving picture* “ Msso[...]

192 Disconnect the USB cable and eject the “ Memory Stick ” or set the POWER switch to OFF(CHG). – For Windows 2000 Professional/Me, Windows XP Home Edition/Professional users To unplug the USB cable, eject the “ Memory Stick ” or set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) follow the procedure below. ( 1 ) Move the cursor to the “ Unplug or Ejec[...]

193 Viewing Images Using your Computer Connecting your camcor der to your computer using the USB cable – For Macintosh users When connecting to a computer using the USB cable You must install a USB driver onto your computer in order to connect the camcorder to the computer ’ s USB connector. The USB driver can be found on the CD-ROM supplied, a[...]

194 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 in the CD-ROM drive of your computer. The application software screen appears. ( 3 ) Click the “ U[...]

195 Viewing Images Using your Computer Viewing images Before operation You need to install the USB driver to view “ Memory Stick ” images on your computer. (p. 194) QuickTime 3.0 or newer must be installed to play back moving pictures. ( 1 ) Turn on your computer and allow Mac OS to load. ( 2 ) Insert a “ Memory Stick ” into your camcorder,[...]

196 You can capture images and sound from an analog video unit connected to your computer which has the i.LINK (DV) 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[...]

197 Using the Network function – DCR-TRV50 only You can access the Internet using a Bluetooth equipped device that is complied to the camcorder. Once the access is made, you can view a Web page, send/receive your e-mail, etc. This section describes only how to open the Network Menu. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK. Make sure that the[...]

198 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 stylus supplied. After using the stylus Put it back in the holder. Hold the st[...]

199 Customizing Your Camcorder 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 (DCR- TRV50 only), press MENU. ( 2 ) Turn the SE[...]

200 Icon/item MANUAL SET P EFFECT FLASH LVL WHT BAL N.S. LIGHT AUTO SHTR 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 d[...]

201 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item CAMERA SET D ZOOM PHOTO REC 16:9WIDE STEADYSHOT FRAME REC INT. REC HOLOGRAM F Mode z OFF 20 × 120 × z MEMORY TAPE z OFF ON z ON OFF z OFF ON ON z OFF SET z AUTO OFF Meaning To deactivate the digital zoom. Up to 10 × zoom is performed. To activate the digital zoo[...]

202 Icon/item VCR SET HiFi SOUND AUDIO MIX A/V t DV OUT LCD/VF SET LCD B.L. LCD COLOR VF B.L. Meaning To play back a stereo tape or dual sound track tape with main and sub sound (p. 221) To play back a stereo tape with the left sound or a dual sound tape with main sound To play back a stereo tape with the right sound or a dual sound track tape with[...]

203 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item MEMORY SET STILL SET BURST QUALITY IMAGESIZE MOVIE SET IMAGESIZE REMAIN (continued on the following page) Mode z OFF NORMAL HIGH SPEED EXP BRKTG MULTI SCRN z SUPER FINE FINE STANDARD z 1360 × 1020 640 × 480 z 320 × 240 160 × 112 z AUTO ON Meaning To not record [...]

204 Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item MEMORY SET PHOTO SAVE FILE NO. DELETE ALL FORMAT Mode —— z SERIES RESET —— z RETURN OK POWER switch VCR VCR MEMORY/ NETWORK MEMORY/ NETWORK MEMORY/ NETWORK Notes on formatting • Do not do any of the following while FORMATTING is displayed: – Switch the POWER switch – Operate bu[...]

205 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item PRINT SET DATE/TIME CM SET TITLE TITLEERASE TITLE DSPL CM SEARCH TAPE TITLE ERASE ALL Mode z OFF DATE DAY&TIME —— —— z ON OFF z ON OFF —— —— Meaning To make prints without the recording date and time To make prints with the recording date (p. 17[...]

206 Icon/item TAPE SET REC MODE AUDIO MODE q REMAIN Mode z SP LP z 12BIT 16BIT z AUTO ON Meaning To record in the SP (Standard Play) mode To increase the recording time to 1.5 times the SP mode To record in the 12-bit mode (two stereo sounds) To record in the 16-bit mode (one stereo sound with high quality) To display the remaining tape bar: • Fo[...]

207 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item SETUP MENU CLOCK SET USB STREAM USBCONNECT LTR SIZE LANGUAGE DEMO MODE Mode —— z OFF ON z NORMAL PTP z NORMAL 2 × z ENGLISH FRAN Ç AIS ESPA Ñ OL PORTUGU Ê S z ON OFF Meaning To set the date or time (p. 20). To deactivate the USB streaming To activate the US[...]

208 Icon/item OTHERS DATA CODE* 1 AREA SET DST SET* 2 BEEP COMMANDER Meaning To display date, time and various settings during playback when pressing DATA CODE on the Remote Commander (p. 42) To display date and time during playback when pressing DATA CODE on the Remote Commander Temporarily change the area where you are using your camcorder Not du[...]

209 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item OTHERS DISPLAY REC LAMP VIDEO EDIT Meaning To show the display on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder 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 rec[...]

210 — Troubleshooting — T ypes of trouble and how to corr ect tr ouble If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power supply and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If “ C: ss : ss ” appears on the screen, th[...]

211 Troubleshooting Symptom 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. • This is not a malfunction. • Slow shutter, Super NightShot or Color Slow Shutter is activated. This is not a malfunction. • If 10 mi[...]

212 In the playback Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The POWER switch is not set to VCR. c Set it to VCR (p. 40). • The cassette has run out of tape. c Rewind the tape (p. 40). • The video heads may be dirty. c Clean the heads using the cleaning cassette (optional) (p. 229). • The stereo tape is played back with HiFi SOUND set to 2[...]

213 Troubleshooting Types of trouble and how to correct trouble In the recording and playback Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The battery pack is not installed, or is dead or nearly dead. c Install a charged battery pack (p. 15, 16). • The AC power adaptor is not connected to a wall outlet. c Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall out[...]

214 Types of trouble and how to correct trouble When operating using the “ Memory Stick ” Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The POWER switch is not set to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). c Set it to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only) (p. 126). • The “ Memory Stick ” is not inserted. c Insert a “ Memory Stick ” (p. 119). • Th[...]

215 Troubleshooting Others Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The cassette has no cassette memory. c Use a cassette with cassette memory (p. 110). • The cassette memory is full. c Erase unwanted titles (p. 112). • The cassette is set to prevent accidental erasure. c Slide the write-protect tab so that red portion is not visible (p. 23)[...]

216 Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least one hour to acclimatize (p. 228). • Some troubles have occurred in your camcorder. c Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate your camcorder. • The POWER switch is not set to OFF (CHG). c S[...]

217 Troubleshooting Self-diagnosis display Five-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Actions • You are using a battery pack that is not an “ InfoLITHIUM ” battery pack. c Use an “ InfoLITHIUM ” battery pack (p. 18, 223). • Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least one hour to acclim[...]

218 W ar ning indicators and messages 100-0001 Warning indicator as to file Slow flashing: • The file is corrupted. • The file is unreadable. • You are trying to use the MEMORY MIX on a moving picture (p. 139). C:21:00 Self-diagnosis display (p. 217). E The battery is dead or nearly dead Slow flashing: • The battery is nearly dead. Dependin[...]

219 Troubleshooting Warning messages • CLOCK SET Set the date and time (p. 20). • FOR “ InfoLITHIUM ” Use an “ InfoLITHIUM ” battery pack (p. 18). BATTERY ONLY • CLEANING CASSETTE** The video heads are dirty (p. 229). • FULL The cassette memory is full.* • 16BIT AUDIO MODE is set to 16BIT (p. 206).* You cannot dub new audio. • R[...]

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

221 Additional Information 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[...]

222 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. Th[...]

223 Additional Information 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 ” b[...]

224 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 camcor[...]

225 Additional Information The DV jack on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant DV input/output jack. This section describes the i.LINK standard and its features. What is i.LINK? i.LINK is a digital serial interface for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in two directions between equipment having the i.LINK jack, and for controlling ot[...]

226 i.LINK functions on this unit For details on how to dub when this unit is connected to other video equipment having DV jacks, see page 88 and 102. This unit can also be connected to other i.LINK (DV) compatible equipment made by SONY (e.g. VAIO series personal computer) other than video equipment. Before connecting this unit to a personal compu[...]

227 Additional Information 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-TRV50 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[...]

228 Maintenance information and pr ecautions 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 i[...]

229 Additional Information 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 CA[...]

230 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[...]

231 Additional Information 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.[...]

232 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, re[...]

233 Additional Information 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 bat[...]

234 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: [...]

235 Additional Information 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 4.5 W Viewfinder 3.4 W Operating temperature 0 ° C to 40 ° C (32 ° F to 104 ° F) Storage temperature – 20 ° C to + 60 ° C ( – 4 ° F to[...]

236 — Quick Reference — Identifying parts and contr ols 1 Flash (p. 49, 130) 2 Focus ring (p. 69) 3 Lens 4 Camera recording lamp (p. 26) 5 Infrared rays emitter (p. 34, 92) Camcorder 6 Microphone 7 Remote sensor 8 Viewfinder (p. 30) 9 Display window (p. 16) 0 HOLOGRAM AF emitter (p. 132) 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 q; 7 Note on the Carl Zeiss lens Your cam[...]

237 Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls qa PHOTO button (p. 47, 52, 126) qs LOCK switch (p. 26) qd DC IN jack cover qf DC IN jack (p. 19) qg START/STOP button (p. 26) qh POWER switch (p. 26) qj EDITSEARCH button (p. 38) qk NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 34) ql (Bluetooth) lamp (DCR-TRV50 only) (p. 197) w; SUPER NS/COLOR SLOW S button (p. 34) wa St[...]

238 Identifying parts and controls ws Power zoom lever (p. 31, 77, 164) wd BATT release button (p. 15) wf Hooks for shoulder strap wg “ Memory Stick ” slot (p. 119) wh (USB) jack (p. 174) wj (flash) button (p. 49, 130) wk DV IN/OUT jack (p. 88, 102, 138, 150) wl (LANC) jack (blue) e; Jack cover (p. 46) ea MIC jack (PLUG IN POWER) (red) Connect [...]

239 Quick Reference eg Intelligent accessory shoe (p. 106) eh LCD/Touch panel screen (p. 24, 29, 120) ej Speaker ek VOLUME buttons (p. 40) el DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL button (p. 42) r; MENU button (p. 199) Identifying parts and controls REW PLAY FF REC STOP PAUSE r; el ej ek eh eg ra ra Video control buttons x STOP (stop) m REW (rewind) N PLAY (playback[...]

240 rs OPEN button (p. 26) rd FOCUS switch (p. 69) rf RESET button (p. 216) rg FADER button (p. 58) rh BACK LIGHT button (p. 34) Identifying parts and controls rj Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 30) rk NETWORK button (DCR-TRV50 only) (p. 197) rl SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 199) t; PROGRAM AE button ta EXPOSURE button (p. 67) rs rd rf rg rj rh rk rl[...]

241 Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls td ts tf th tg tj tl y; tk ts Access lamp td Battery pack (p. 15) tf OPEN/EJECT lever (p. 23) tg Cassette compartment th Grip strap tj Holder (DCR-TRV50 only) (p. 198) tk Lens cap (p. 26) tl Cassette lid (p. 23) y; Tripod receptacle Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 5.5 mm [...]

242 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. 1 PHOTO button (p. 47, 52, 126) 2 DISPLAY button (p. 42) 3 Memory control buttons 4 SEARCH MODE button (p. 80, 81, 83) 5 Video control buttons (p. 44) 6 REC butto[...]

243 Quick Reference 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 f[...]

244 Identifying parts and controls Operation indicators 1 Cassette memory (p. 33, 220) 2 Remaining battery time (p. 33) 3 Zoom (p. 31) /Exposure (p. 67) / Data file name (p. 117) 4 Digital effect (p. 61, 76) /MEMORY MIX (p. 139) /FADER (p. 57) 5 16:9WIDE (p. 55) 6 Picture effect (p. 60, 75) 7 Data code (p. 42) 8 Volume (p. 40) /Date (p. 33) 9 PROGR[...]

245 Quick Reference Index A, B AC power adaptor .................. 16 Adjusting viewfinder ............. 30 Audio dubbing ...................... 106 AUDIO MIX .......................... 202 Audio mode ........................... 206 Auto red-eye reduction ........................................ 49, 130 AUTO SHTR .......................... 200 A/V [...]

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