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Sony DCR-TRV130 Operating Instructions Manual

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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-TRV130
Serial No.
DCR-TRV130
©2001 Sony Corporation
3-065-651-11 (1)
Model No. AC-
Serial No.

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  • Page 1: Digital Video Camera

    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-TRV130 Serial No.
  • Page 2 Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder. With your Digital Handycam, you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Digital Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use.
  • Page 3 Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful...

  • Page 4: Main Features

    Main Features Functions to adjust exposure (in the recording mode) •In a dark place •In insufficient light •In dark environments such as sunset, fireworks, or general night views •Shooting backlit subjects •In spotlight, such as at the theater •In strong light or reflected light, such as at a beach in midsummer or on a ski slope Functions to give images more impact (in the recording mode)

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Main Features ... 4 Quick Start Guide ... 6 Getting started Using this manual ... 8 Checking supplied accessories ... 10 Step 1 Preparing the power supply ... 11 Installing the battery pack ... 11 Charging the battery pack ... 12 Connecting to a wall outlet ...

  • Page 6: Quick Start Guide

    Quick Start Guide Connecting the power cord Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 11). Inserting a cassette Open the lid of the cassette compartment, and press EJECT. The compartment opens automatically. This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your camcorder.
  • Page 7 Recording a picture Remove the lens cap. Open the LCD panel Viewfinder while pressing OPEN. When the LCD panel is closed, use the viewfinder placing your The picture appears eye against its eyecup. on the LCD screen. The picture in the viewfinder is black and white. When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set to off.

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    — Getting started — Using this manual As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on your camcorder are shown in capital letters. e.g. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. When you carry out an operation, you can hear a beep sound to indicate that the operation is being carried out.

  • Page 9: Precautions On Camcorder Care

    Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on mounted models only) •The LCD screen and the finder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and the finder.

  • Page 10: Checking Supplied Accessories

    Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 108) 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 12) 3 NP-F330 battery pack (1) (p. 11, 12) 4 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p.

  • Page 11: Step 1 Preparing The Power Supply

    Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Install the battery pack to use your camcorder outdoors. Slide the battery pack down until it clicks. To remove the battery pack Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing BATT RELEASE down.

  • Page 12: Charging The Battery Pack

    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 (L series). See page 93 for more information about “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.

  • Page 13: Charging Time

    Step 1 Preparing the power supply If the battery pack is not installed properly The CHG lamp does not light up while charging the battery pack. If something is wrong with the battery pack The CHG lamp flashes while chargeing the battery pack. If the power goes off although the battery remaining indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate Charge the battery pack fully again so that the indication on the battery remaining...

  • Page 14: Playing Time

    This unit is compatible with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L series). Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery. “InfoLITHIUM” battery packs have the “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Playing time Playing time...

  • Page 15: Connecting To A Wall Outlet

    While using the AC power adaptor, if any trouble occurs with this unit, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet as soon as possible to cut off the power. Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). 2, 3...

  • Page 16: Step 2 Setting The Date And Time

    Step 2 Setting the date and time Set the date and time settings when you use your camcorder for the first time. If you do not use your camcorder for about 4 months, the date and time settings may be released (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable lithium cell will have been discharged.

  • Page 17: Step 3 Inserting A Cassette

    Step 3 Inserting a cassette We recommend using Hi8 (1) Prepare the power supply (p. 11). (2) Open the lid of the cassette compartment, and press EJECT. The cassette compartment opens automatically. (3) Insert a cassette with its window facing out and the write-protect tab on the cassette up.

  • Page 18: Recording - Basics

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

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Lcd Screen

    Recording a picture To enable smooth transition You can make the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene smooth as long as you do not eject the cassette even if you turn off your camcorder. When you change the battery pack, set the POWER switch to OFF (CHARGE). If you leave your camcorder in the standby mode for 3 minutes Your camcorder automatically turns off.

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Lcd Screen

    Recording a picture Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen Adjust the brightness of the LCD screen with LCD BRIGHT in (p. 81) LCD screen backlight You can adjust the brightness of the backlight. Select LCD B.L. in the menu settings (p.

  • Page 21: Using The Zoom Feature

    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 function sparingly results in better-looking recordings. “T” side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) “W”...
  • Page 22 Recording a picture To record pictures with the viewfinder – adjusting the viewfinder If you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus.
  • Page 23 Recording a picture Indicators displayed in the recording mode The indicators are not recorded on tape. 0:00:01 JUL 4 2001 12:05:56 AM Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator roughly indicates the recording time. The indicator may not be correct, depending on the conditions in which you are recording. When you close the LCD panel and open it again, it takes about 1 minute for the correct remaining battery time in minutes to be displayed.

  • Page 24: Shooting Backlit Subjects - Back Light

    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 in CAMERA mode. The . indicator appears on the screen. To cancel, press BACK LIGHT again.

  • Page 25: Using The Nightshot Light

    Recording a picture Using the Super NightShot The Super NightShot mode makes subjects up to 16 times brighter than those recorded in the NightShot mode. (1) Slide NIGHTSHOT to ON in CAMERA mode. indicators flash on the screen. (2) Press SUPER NIGHTSHOT. on the screen.

  • Page 26: Checking The Recording - End Search

    Checking the recording – END SEARCH You can use this button to record a picture from the last recorded scene successively. You can go to the end of the recorded section. Press END SEARCH in CAMERA mode. The last 5 seconds of the recorded section are played back and returns to the standby mode.

  • Page 27: Playback - Basics

    — Playback – Basics — Playing back a tape You cannot play back the tapes recorded in the Hi8 Your camcorder plays back pictures only in the Digital8 You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. If you close the LCD panel, you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder.

  • Page 28: Using The Data Code Function

    Playing back a tape To display the screen indicators – Display function Press DISPLAY on your camcorder or the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. The indicators appear on the LCD screen. To make the indicators disappear, press DISPLAY again. DATA CODE Using the data code function Your camcorder automatically records not only images on the tape but also the...
  • Page 29 Playing back a tape Recording data Recording data is your camcorder’s information when you have recorded. In the recording mode, the recording data will not be displayed. When you use data code function, bars (--- -- ---- and --:--:--) appear if: –...

  • Page 30: Various Playback Modes

    Playing back a tape Various playback modes To operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to VCR. To view a still image (playback pause) Press X during playback. To resume playback, press X or N. To advance the tape Press M in the stop mode.

  • Page 31: Viewing The Recording On Tv

    Viewing the recording on TV Connect your camcorder to your TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder to watch the playback picture on the TV screen. You can operate the playback control buttons in the same way as when you monitor playback pictures on the LCD screen.
  • Page 32 Viewing the recording on TV Using the AV cordless IR receiver Once you connect the AV cordless IR receiver (optional) to your TV or VCR, you can easily view the picture on your TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the AV cordless IR receiver.
  • Page 33 Viewing the recording on TV If you use a Sony TV •You can turn on the TV automatically when you press SUPER LASER LINK on your camcorder. To do so, do as follows in advance: – Turn the TV’s main switch on.

  • Page 34: Advanced Recording Operations

    — Advanced Recording Operations — Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording You can record a still image like a photograph. This mode is useful when you want to record an image such as a photograph or when you print a picture using a video printer (optional).

  • Page 35: Printing The Still Image

    Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording Printing the still image You can print a still image by using the video printer (optional). Connect the video printer using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Connect the A/V connecting cable to the A/V OUT jack and connect the yellow plug of the cable to the video input of the video printer.

  • Page 36: Using The Wide Mode

    Using the wide mode You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9 WIDE). Black bands appear on the LCD screen during recording in 16:9 WIDE mode pictures during playing back on a normal TV [b] or a wide-screen TV [c] are compressed in the widthwise direction.

  • Page 37: Using The Fader Function

    Using the fader function You can fade the picture in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. STBY FADER M.FADER (mosaic) BOUNCE OVERLAP WIPE (random dot) STBY 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.
  • Page 38 Using the fader function (1) When fading in [a] In the standby mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes. When fading out [b] In the recording mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes. The indicator changes as follows: FADER t M.FADER t BOUNCE t MONOTONE no indicator T DOT T WIPE T OVERLAP The last selected fader mode is indicated first of all.
  • Page 39 Using the fader function Note You cannot use the following functions while using the fader function. Also, you cannot use the fader function while using the following functions: – Digital effect – Low lux mode of PROGRAM AE (Overlap, wipe, or dot function only) –...

  • Page 40: Using Special Effects - Picture Effect

    Using special effects – Picture effect You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on the NEG. ART [a] : The color and brightness of the image are reversed. SEPIA : B&W : SOLARIZE [b] : The light intensity is clearer, and the picture looks like an illustration. SLIM [c] : STRETCH [d] : The image expands horizontally.

  • Page 41: Using Special Effects - Digital Effect

    Using special effects – Digital effect You can add special effects to recorded images using the various digital functions. The sound is recorded normally. STILL You can record a still image so that it is superimposed on a moving image. FLASH (FLASH MOTION) You can record still images successively at constant intervals.
  • Page 42 Using special effects – Digital effect (1) In CAMERA mode, select D EFFECT in (2) Select the desired digital effect mode in the menu settings, then press the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial. The indicator lights up and the bars appear. In the STILL and LUMI.
  • Page 43 Using special effects – Digital effect Notes •The following functions do not work during digital effect: – Fader – Low lux mode of PROGRAM AE – Tape photo recording – Super NightShot •The PROGRAM AE function does not work in the slow shutter mode. •The following functions do not work in the old movie mode: –...

  • Page 44: Using The Program Ae Function

    Using the PROGRAM AE function You can select PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode 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 for subjects such as people or flowers.
  • Page 45 Using the PROGRAM AE function (1) In CAMERA mode, select PROGRAM AE in (2) Select the desired PROGRAM AE mode in the menu settings, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. To cancel the PROGRAM AE function Set PROGRAM AE to AUTO in the menu settings. Notes •In the spotlight, sports lesson and beach &...

  • Page 46: Adjusting The Exposure Manually

    Adjusting the exposure manually You can manually adjust and set the exposure. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases: – The subject is backlit – Bright subject and dark background – To record dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully (1) In CAMERA mode, press EXPOSURE.

  • Page 47: Focusing Manually

    Focusing manually You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases: •The autofocus mode is not effective when shooting: – subjects through glass coated with water droplets. – horizontal stripes. – subjects with little contrast with backgrounds such as walls and sky. •When you want to change the focus from a subject in the foreground to a subject in the background.

  • Page 48: Superimposing A Title

    Superimposing a title You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles (p. 50). You can also select the language, color, size and position of titles. (1) In CAMERA mode, press TITLE to display the title menu. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select (3) Select the desired title in the menu settings, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
  • Page 49 Superimposing a title To superimpose the title while you are recording Press TITLE while you are recording, and carry out steps 2 to 5. When you press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial at step 5, the title is recorded. To select the language of a preset title If you want to change the language, select language and return to step 2.

  • Page 50: Making Your Own Titles

    Making your own titles You can make up to two titles and store them in your camcorder. Each title can have up to 20 characters. (1) In CAMERA or VCR mode, press TITLE. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the first line (CUSTOM1 SET) or second line (CUSTOM2 SET), then press the dial.

  • Page 51: To Change A Title You Have Stored

    Making your own titles To change a title you have stored In step 3, 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.

  • Page 52: Using The Built-In Light

    Using the built-in light You can use the built-in light to suit your shooting situation. The recommended distance between the subject and camcorder is about 1.5 m(5 feet). Press LIGHT until the in CAMERA mode. The built-in light turns on. If you turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHARGE), the built-in light turns off simultaneously.

  • Page 53: Replacing The Bulb

    Replacing the bulb Use the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp (optional). The supplied halogen lamp is not on the market. Purchase the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp. Remove the power source before replacing the bulb.
  • Page 54 Using the built-in light CAUTION •When replacing the bulb, use only the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp (optional) to reduce the risk of fire. •To prevent possible burn hazard, disconnect the power source before replacing and do not touch the bulb until the bulb becomes cool enough to handle (for about 30 minutes or more).

  • Page 55: Advanced Playback Operations

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

  • Page 56: Playing Back A Tape With Digital Effects

    Playing back a tape with digital effects During playback, you can process a scene using the digital effect functions: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL. (1) In the playback or playback pause mode, select D EFFECT in settings (p. 80). (2) Select the desired digital effect mode (STILL, FLASH, LUMI. or TRAIL) in the menu settings, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

  • Page 57: Enlarging Images Recorded On Tapes - Tape Pb Zoom

    Enlarging images recorded on tapes – Tape PB ZOOM You can enlarge moving and still images recorded on tapes. (1) Press PB ZOOM on your camcorder while you are playing back. The image is enlarged, and R r appears on the screen. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to move the enlarged image, then press the dial.

  • Page 58: Quickly Locating A Scene Using The Zero Set Memory Function

    Quickly locating a scene using the zero set memory function Your camcorder goes forward or backward to automatically stop at a desired scene having a counter value of “0:00:00”. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Use this function, for example, to view a desired scene later on during playback. (1) In the playback mode, press DISPLAY.

  • Page 59: Searching A Recording By Date - Date Search

    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 the Remote Commander for this operation. Use this function to check where recording dates change or to edit the tape at each recording date.
  • Page 60 Searching a recording by date – Date search Note If one day’s recording is less than 2 minutes, your camcorder may not accurately find the point where the recording date changes. If a tape has a blank portion in the recorded portions The date search function may not work correctly.

  • Page 61: Searching For A Photo - Photo Search/Photo Scan

    Searching for a photo – Photo search/Photo scan You can search for the still image recorded on tape (photo search). You can also search for still images one after another and display each image for 5 seconds automatically (photo scan). Use the Remote Commander for these operations. Searching for a photo (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.

  • Page 62: Scanning Photo

    Searching for a photo – Photo search/Photo scan 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: (3) Press . or >. Each photo is played back for about 5 seconds automatically.

  • Page 63: Editing

    — Editing — Dubbing a tape Using the A/V connecting cable Connect your camcorder to the VCR using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. You can record and edit a picture with the connected VCR by using your camcorder as a player.

  • Page 64: Using The I.link Cable (Dv Connecting Cable)

    Dubbing a tape Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) to DV IN/OUT and to DV IN/OUT of the DV products. With digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing.

  • Page 65: Dubbing Only Desired Scenes - Digital Program Editing

    Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program 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. Unwanted scene Before operating the Digital program editing function Step 1 Connecting the VCR (p.

  • Page 66: Set The Ir Setup Code

    Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the A/V connecting cable To edit using the VCR, send the control signal by infrared ray to the remote sensor on the VCR. When you connect using an A/V connecting cable, follow the procedure below, steps (1)~(4), to send the control signal correctly.
  • Page 67 The IR SETUP code is stored in the memory of your camcorder. Be sure to set the correct code depending on your VCR. The default setting is Code number 3. Brand IR SETUP code Sony 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Admiral (M. Wards) 89 Aiwa...
  • Page 68 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (2) Setting the modes to cancel recording pause on the VCR 1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PAUSEMODE, then press the dial. 2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the mode to cancel recording pause on the VCR, then press the dial.
  • Page 69 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (4) Confirming the 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.

  • Page 70: Dv Connecting Cable

    Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) When you connect using an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional), follow 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.
  • Page 71 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing Step 3: Adjusting the synchronicity of the VCR You can adjust the synchronicity of your camcorder and the VCR. Have a pen and paper ready for notes. Before operation, eject the cassette from your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.
  • Page 72 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing O T H E R S E D I T S E T CON T RO L A D J T E S T ” CU T - I N ” ” CU T -OU T ” I R S E T U P P A U S EMOD E I R T E S T...
  • Page 73 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing Operation 1: Making the program (1) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder, and insert a tape for recording into the VCR. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT, then press the dial.

  • Page 74: Erasing The Program You Have Set

    Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing Erasing the program you have set Erase OUT first and then IN from the last set program. (1) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select UNDO, then press the dial. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial. The last set program mark flashes, then the setting is canceled.
  • Page 75 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing To stop dubbing during editing Press x on your camcorder. To quit the Digital program editing function Your camcorder stops when dubbing is complete. Then the display returns to VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings. Press MENU to quit the Digital program editing function.

  • Page 76: Recording From Video

    Recording from video You can record a tape from a VCR that has DV outputs. Use your camcorder as a recorder. Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) to DV IN/OUT and to DV IN/OUT of the DV products. With digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing.

  • Page 77: Inserting A Scene From A Vcr - Insert Editing

    Inserting a scene from a VCR – Insert Editing You can insert a new scene from a VCR onto your originally recorded tape using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) by specifying the insert start and end points. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Connections are the same as in “Recording from video”...

  • Page 78: Inserting A Scene From A Vcr – Insert Editing

    Inserting a scene from a VCR – Insert Editing (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) On the VCR, locate just before the insert start point [a], then press X to set the VCR to the playback pause mode. (3) On your camcorder, locate the insert end point [c] by pressing m or M.

  • Page 79: Customizing Your Camcorder

    — Customizing Your Camcorder — Changing the menu settings To change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial. The default settings can be partially changed. First, select the icon, then the menu item and then the mode. (1) In CAMERA or VCR mode, press MENU.
  • Page 80 Changing the menu settings Menu items are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Selecting the mode setting of each item Menu items differ according to the position of the POWER switch. The screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment.
  • Page 81 Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode HiFi SOUND z STEREO AUDIO MIX —–– LCD BRIGHT —–– LCD B. L. z BRT NORMAL BRIGHT LCD COLOR —–– Note on AUDIO MIX When playing back a tape recorded in the 16-bit mode, you cannot adjust the balance. Notes on LCD B.L.
  • Page 82 Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode REC MODE z SP AUDIO MODE z 12BIT q REMAIN z AUTO DATA CODE z DATE/CAM Note on REC MODE When you record on the standard 8 even you select the LP mode in the menu settings. In this case, the indicator “8 mm TAPE t SP REC, Hi8 TAPE t LP/SP REC”...
  • Page 83 — To automatically turn on the Sony TV when using the super laser link function To switch the video input on a Sony TV when using the super laser link function (p. 32) — To display selected menu items in normal size...
  • Page 84 Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode WORLD TIME BEEP z MELODY COMMANDER z ON DISPLAY z LCD REC LAMP z ON VIDEO EDIT EDIT SET INDICATOR z BL OFF In more than 5 minutes after removing the power source The AUDIO MIX, COMMANDER and HiFi SOUND items are returned to their default settings.

  • Page 85: Troubleshooting

    If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If “C: appears on the screen, the self-diagnosis display function has worked. See page 89.
  • Page 86 • The tape has run out. c Rewind the tape. (p. 27) • The video head may be dirty. c Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (optional). (p. 98) • The stereo tape is played back with HiFi SOUND set to 2 in the menu settings.
  • Page 87 Types of trouble and their solutions In the recording and playback modes Symptom The power does not turn on. The end search function does not work. The end search function does not work correctly. The battery pack is quickly discharged. The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time.
  • Page 88 Set the selector correctly, and check the connection between the VCR and your camcorder (p. 65) • The camcorder is connected to DV equipment of other than Sony using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable). c Keep the connection, and follow the procedure on page 70.

  • Page 89: Self-Diagnosis Display

    C:31:ss C:32:ss E:61:ss E:62:ss If you are unable to rectify the problem even if you try corrective actions a few times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. LCD screen, viewfinder or display window Self-diagnosis display •C:ss:ss You can service your camcorder yourself.

  • Page 90: Warning Indicators And Messages

    Warning indicators and messages If indicators and messages appear on the screen, check the following: See the page in parentheses “( Warning indicators The battery pack is dead or nearly dead Slow flashing: •The battery pack is nearly dead. (P. 12) Depending on conditions, the environment or the battery pack, the warning indicator may flash,...

  • Page 91: Warning Messages

    Warning indicators and messages Warning messages •CLOCK SET •FOR “InfoLITHIUM” BATTERY ONLY •Q Z TAPE END •Q NO TAPE • CLEANING CASSETTE** •COPY INHIBIT •8 mm TAPE t SP REC Hi8 TAPE t LP/SP REC * You hear the melody or beep sound. * * The x indicator and “...

  • Page 92: Additional Information

    — Additional Information — About video cassettes What is the “Digital8 This video system has been developed to enable digital recording to Hi8 video cassette. Usable cassette tapes We recommend using Hi8 If you use standard 8 pattern noise may appear when you play back standard 8 (including other DCR-TRV130).

  • Page 93: About The "Infolithium" Battery Pack

    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 your camcorder and the AC power adaptor. The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack calculates the power consumption according to the operating conditions of your camcorder, and displays the remaining battery time in minutes.

  • Page 94: About I.link

    About the Name “i.LINK” i.LINK is a more familiar term for IEEE 1394 data transport bus proposed by SONY, and is a trademark approved by many corporations. IEEE 1394 is an international standard standardized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers.
  • Page 95 DV jacks, see page 64. 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 computer, make sure that application software supported by this unit is already installed on the personal computer.

  • Page 96: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    Using your camcorder abroad Using your camcorder abroad 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 necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet AC-L10A/L10B/L10C Your camcorder is an NTSC system based camcorder.

  • Page 97: Maintenance Information And Precautions

    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 condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or your camcorder may not operate correctly.
  • Page 98 – the x indicator and “ on the screen. If the above problem occurs, clean the video heads with the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (optional). Check the picture and if the above problems persist, repeat cleaning. Removing dust from inside the viewfinder (1) 1Remove the screw with a screwdriver (not supplied).
  • Page 99 •If any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. •Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens. •Keep the POWER switch set to OFF (CHARGE) when you are not using your camcorder.
  • Page 100 Maintenance information and precautions Built-in light • Do not knock or jolt the built-in light while it is turned on as it may damage the bulb or shorten the life of the bulb. • Do not leave the built-in light on while it is resting on or against something; it may cause a fire or damage the built-in light.

  • Page 101: About Care And Storage Of The Lens

    •If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water. •If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a doctor. If any problem occurs, unplug your camcorder and contact your nearest Sony dealer.

  • Page 102: Specifications

    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 Hi8/Digital8 video cassette Recording/playback time...

  • Page 103: Quick Reference

    When you use headphones, the speaker on your camcorder is silent. 5 OPEN button (p. 18) This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony video products. When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recommends that you purchase accessories with this “GENUINE VIDEO ACCESSORIES”...
  • Page 104 Identifying the parts and controls qd Video control buttons (p. 27, 30) x STOP (stop) m REW (rewind) N PLAY (playback) M FF (fastforward) X PAUSE (pause) z REC (recording) qf SUPER LASER LINK button (p. 32) qg Microphone qh Remote sensor qj Infrared rays emitter (p.
  • Page 105 Identifying the parts and controls wd Speaker wf LCD screen (p. 19) wg MENU button (p. 36, 79) wh RESET button (p. 88) Attaching the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap supplied with your camcorder to the hooks for the shoulder strap.
  • Page 106 Identifying the parts and controls ea END SEARCH button (p. 26) es DISPLAY button (p. 28) ed PB ZOOM button (p. 57) ef VOLUME buttons (p. 27) eg LIGHT button (p. 52) eh PHOTO button (p. 34) ej Viewfinder (p. 22) ek CHG lamp (p.
  • Page 107 Identifying the parts and controls r; EJECT button (p. 17) ra Cassette compartment (p. 17) rs Grip strap rd S VIDEO OUT jack (p. 31, 35, 63) Fastening the grip strap rf Built-in light (p. 52) rg A/V OUT jack (p. 31, 35, 63) DV IN/OUT jack (p.

  • Page 108: Remote Commander

    •Your camcorder works in the Commander mode VTR 2. Commander modes 1, 2 and 3 are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in the Commander mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the Commander mode or covering the sensor of the VCR with black paper.
  • Page 109 Identifying the parts and controls Operation indicators LCD screen and Viewfinder M . F A D E R 1 6 : 9 W I D E SEP I A 1 Recording mode indicator (p. 18) /Mirror mode indicator (p. 19) 2 Format indicator (p.

  • Page 110: Index

    Index A, B AC power adaptor ... 12 Adjusting viewfinder ... 22 AFM HiFi Sound ... 92 AUDIO MIX ... 81 AUDIO MODE ... 82 A/V connecting cable ... 31, 35, 63 BACK LIGHT ... 24 Battery pack ... 11 BEEP ...
  • Page 112 Sony Corporation 3 0 6 5 6 5 1 1 1 Printed in Japan...

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