Sony DCR- TRV24E Operating Instructions Manual

Sony DCR- TRV24E Operating Instructions Manual

Digital video camera recorder
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3-075-067-12 (1)
Digital
Video Camera
Recorder

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
Инструкция по эксплуатации
Перед эксплуатацией аппарата внимательно прочтите,
пожалуйста, данное руководство и сохраните его для
дальнейших справок.
TM
SERIES
DCR-TRV27E
DCR-TRV16E/TRV18E/
TRV24E/TRV25E/TRV27E/
TRV116E/TRV118E
©2002 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1: Digital Video Camera

    Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Инструкция по эксплуатации Перед эксплуатацией аппарата внимательно прочтите, пожалуйста, данное руководство и сохраните его для дальнейших справок. SERIES DCR-TRV27E DCR-TRV16E/TRV18E/ TRV24E/TRV25E/TRV27E/ TRV116E/TRV118E ©2002 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 English 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.
  • Page 3 For the customers in Germany Directive: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC. 92/31/EEC This equipment complies with the EMC regulations when used under the following circumstances: •Residential area •Business district •Light-industry district (This equipment complies with the EMC standard regulations EN55022 Class B.)
  • Page 4: Main Features

    (p. 222, 228) •Viewing images recorded on a tape using the USB cable (p. 217) •Capturing images on your computer from your camcorder using the USB cable (p. 219) •Converting an analog signal into digital to capture images onto your computer* (p.
  • Page 5 Main Features Other uses Functions for adjusting exposure in the recording mode •BACK LIGHT (p. 43) •NightShot/Super NightShot/Colour Slow Shutter (p. 44) •PROGRAM AE (p. 75) •Adjusting the exposure manually (p. 78) Functions for giving images more impact •Digital zoom (p. 40) The default setting is OFF.
  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    English Table of contents Main Features ... 4 Quick Start Guide – Recording on a tape ... 12 – Recording on a “Memory Stick”* Getting Started Using this manual ... 20 Checking supplied accessories ... 23 Step 1 Preparing the power supply ... 24 Installing the battery pack ...
  • Page 9 Additional Information Usable cassettes ... 272 About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack ... 276 About i.LINK ... 278 Using your camcorder abroad ... 280 Maintenance information and precautions ... 281 Specifications ... 287 Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls ... 291 Index ...
  • Page 12: Recording On A Tape

    This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on a tape of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. AC power adaptor (supplied) (p.
  • Page 13 Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight (p. 39). 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 before recording (p. 31).
  • Page 14: Recording On A "Memory Stick

    Quick Start Guide – Recording on a “Memory Stick” – Except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E Connecting the mains lead Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 24). Open the DC IN jack cover. Inserting a “Memory Stick” Insert a “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick” slot as far as it can go with the B mark facing up as illustrated.
  • Page 15 Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight (p. 39). 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 before recording (p.
  • Page 17 OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY PLAY OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY...
  • Page 19 PLAY OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY...
  • Page 20: Getting Started

    Before you start reading this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder. The DCR- TRV27E is the model used for illustration purposes. Otherwise, the model name is indicated in the illustrations.
  • Page 21 This intelligent accessory shoe is designed to use a printer (optional) (p. 201). Note on Cassette Memory Your camcorder is based on the DV format. You can use only mini DV cassettes with your camcorder. We recommend that you use a tape...
  • Page 22: Precautions On Camcorder Care

    LCD screen and the finder. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. •Do not let your camcorder become wet. Keep your camcorder away from rain and sea water. Letting your camcorder become wet may cause your camcorder to malfunction.
  • Page 23: Checking Supplied Accessories

    9 USB cable (1) (p. 204) 0 CD-ROM (SPVD-008 USB Driver) (1) (p. 210) qa 21-pin adaptor (1) (p. 57) Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc.
  • Page 24: Step 1 Preparing The Power Supply

    (2) Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing BATT down. If you use the large capacity battery pack If you install the NP-FM70/QM71/FM90/FM91/ QM91 battery pack on your camcorder, extend its viewfinder. BATT release button/...
  • Page 25: Charging The Battery Pack

    (1) Open the DC IN jack cover. Connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the plug’s v mark facing up. (2) Connect the mains lead to the AC power adaptor.
  • Page 26: Charging Time

    The remaining battery time indicator in the display window indicates the approximate recording time when recording using the viewfinder. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time “– – – – min” appears in the display window. When you use the AC power adaptor Place the AC power adaptor near a wall socket.
  • Page 27: Recording Time

    Step 1 Preparing the power supply Recording time/ DCR-TRV16E/TRV18E/TRV116E/TRV118E Battery pack/ NP-FM30 (supplied)/ NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-QM71 NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91 DCR-TRV24E/TRV25E Battery pack/ NP-FM50 (supplied)/ NP-FM70 NP-QM71 NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91 DCR-TRV27E Battery pack/ NP-FM50 (supplied)/ NP-FM70 NP-QM71 NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91 Approximate minutes when you use a fully charged battery * Approximate number of minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/...
  • Page 28: Playing Time

    Step 1 Preparing the power supply Playing time/ DCR-TRV16E/TRV18E/TRV116E/TRV118E Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied)/ NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-QM71 NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91 DCR-TRV24E/TRV25E Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied)/ NP-FM70 NP-QM71 NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91 DCR-TRV27E Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-FM70 NP-QM71 NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91 Approximate minutes when you use a fully charged battery Playing time on LCD screen/ Playing time on LCD screen/...
  • Page 29 This unit is compatible with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (M series). Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery. “InfoLITHIUM” M series battery packs have the mark. SERIES “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. SERIES...
  • Page 30: Connecting To A Wall Socket

    DC IN jack, even when the mains lead is not plugged into a wall socket. Using a car battery Use a Sony Car Battery Adaptor (optional). Refer to the operating instructions of the Car Battery Adaptor for further information.
  • Page 31: Step 2 Setting The Date And Time

    CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR- TRV16E/TRV116E) unless you set the date and time. If you do not use your camcorder for about four months, the date and time settings may be cleared from memory (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery in your camcorder will have been discharged (p.
  • Page 32: Step 2 Setting The Date And Time

    “– – – – – – – –” and “– –:– –:– –” are recorded on the data code of the tape and the “Memory Stick” (except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E). Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 24-hour cycle. SETUP MENU CLOCK SET...
  • Page 33: Step 3 Inserting A Cassette

    Step 3 Inserting a cassette (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 centre of the cassette back to insert the cassette.
  • Page 34 Step 3 Inserting a cassette Notes •Do not press the cassette compartment down forcibly. Doing so may cause a malfunction. •The cassette compartment may not be closed when you press any part of the cassette compartment other than the When you use a cassette with cassette memory Read the instruction about cassette memory to use this function properly (p.
  • Page 35: Recording - Basics

    (4) To open the LCD panel, press OPEN. The viewfinder automatically turns off. (5) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The REC indicator appears. The camera recording lamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. Camera recording lamp/ Microphone/ —...
  • Page 36 DATA CODE on the Remote Commander during playback (p. 52). Note on recording mode Your camcorder records and plays back in the SP (standard play) mode and in the LP (long play) mode. Select SP or LP in the menu settings (p.
  • Page 37: 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 vertically until it clicks, and swing it into the camcorder body.
  • Page 38: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Lcd Screen

    Recording a picture Note The viewfinder automatically turns off when using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode (p. 41). When you use the LCD screen outdoors in direct sunlight The LCD screen may be difficult to see. If this happens, we recommend that you use the viewfinder.
  • Page 39: Adjusting The Viewfinder

    Recording a picture Adjusting the viewfinder If you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the image in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, PLAYER* VCR* or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16E/ TRV116E).
  • Page 40: Digital Zoom (P

    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. W : For wide-angle (subject appears farther away) T : For telephoto (subject appears closer) To use zoom greater than 10...
  • Page 41: Shooting With The Mirror Mode

    Recording a picture Note on digital zoom The picture quality deteriorates as you move the power zoom lever towards the “T” side. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E) You cannot use the digital zoom. Shooting with the Mirror Mode This feature allows the camera subject to view him-or herself on the LCD screen.
  • Page 42 Recording a picture Indicators displayed in the recording mode Indicators are not recorded on tapes. 4 7 2002 12:05:56 Remaining battery time indicator during recording The indicator shows the approximate continuous recording time. The indicator may not be correct, depending on the conditions in which you are recording.
  • Page 43: Shooting Backlit Subjects - Back Light

    Recording a picture Time code The time code indicates the recording or playback time, “0:00:00” (hours : minutes : seconds) in CAMERA and “0:00:00:00” (hours : minutes : seconds : frames) in PLAYER* VCR* . You cannot rewrite only the time code. Remaining tape indicator The indicator may not be displayed accurately depending on the tape.
  • Page 44: Shooting In The Dark - Nightshot/Super Nightshot/Colour Slow Shutter

    Recording a picture Shooting in the dark – NightShot/Super NightShot/ Colour Slow Shutter You can shoot a subject in a dark place. For example, you can satisfactorily record the environment of nocturnal animals for observation when you use this function. Using NightShot Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E), slide...
  • Page 45 Notes •Do not use the NightShot mode in bright places (e.g. the outdoors in the daytime). This may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •When you keep NIGHTSHOT set to ON in normal recording, the picture may be recorded in incorrect or unnatural colours.
  • Page 46: Self-Timer Recording

    Recording a picture While using Super NightShot or Colour Slow Shutter The shutter speed is automatically adjusted depending on the brightness. At this time, the motion of the picture may slow down. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E), you cannot use the following functions: –...
  • Page 47 Recording a picture To stop the countdown Press START/STOP. To restart the countdown, press START/STOP again. To cancel self-timer Set SELFTIMER to OFF in the menu settings in the standby mode. You cannot cancel self-timer using the Remote Commander. Note The self-timer is automatically cancelled when: –...
  • Page 48: Checking Recordings - End Search/ Editsearch/Rec Review

    Press END SEARCH in the standby mode. The last five seconds of the recorded section are played back and your camcorder returns to the standby mode. You can monitor the sound from the speaker or headphones. EDITSEARCH You can search for the next recording start point.
  • Page 49: Rec Review

    The section you have stopped most recently will be played back for a few seconds, and then your camcorder will return to the standby mode. You can monitor the sound from the speaker or headphones. End search function...
  • Page 50: Playback - Basics

    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 PLAYER* while pressing the small green button.
  • Page 51 Playing back a tape When monitoring on the LCD screen You can turn the LCD panel over and move it back to the camcorder body with the LCD screen facing out. If you leave the power on for a long time Your camcorder gets warm.
  • Page 52: To Display The Screen Indicators - Display Function

    Playing back a tape To display the screen indicators – Display function Press DISPLAY on your camcorder or the Remote Commander. The indicators appear on the screen. To make the indicators disappear, press DISPLAY again. DATA CODE About date/time and various settings Use the Remote Commander for this operation.
  • Page 53 – A blank portion of the tape is being played back. – The tape is unreadable due to tape damage or noise. – The tape was recorded by a camcorder without the date and time set. Data code The data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to the TV.
  • Page 54: Various Playback Modes

    Playing back a tape Various playback modes To operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to PLAYER* DCR-TRV16E/TRV18E/TRV24E only DCR-TRV25E/TRV27E/TRV116E/TRV118E only To play back pause (view a still image) Press X during playback. To resume normal playback, press N or X. To advance the tape Press M in the stop mode.
  • Page 55 To resume playback, press N. Slow playback The slow playback can be performed smoothly on your camcorder. However, this function does not work for an output signal through the DV OUT or DV IN/OUT jack. When you play back a tape in reverse Horizontal noise may appear at the centre, or the top and bottom of the screen.
  • Page 56: Viewing The Recording On Tv

    : Signal flow/ If your TV is already connected to a VCR Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR by using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE.
  • Page 57 (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect the S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks on both your camcorder and the TV or the VCR. This connection produces higher quality DV format pictures.
  • Page 58: Advanced Recording Operations

    You can record still images on a “Memory Stick” in the tape recording or standby mode. You can also record still images on a tape (p. 62). Before operation •Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder (p. 143). •Set PHOTO REC in menu settings. (The default setting is MEMORY.)
  • Page 59 “Memory Stick” For more information, see page 140. Notes •Do not shake or strike your camcorder when you record still images. The image may fluctuate. •You cannot record still images on a “Memory Stick” during following operations. The indicator flashes: –...
  • Page 60 You can record still images on a “Memory Stick” with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. Before operation • Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder (p. 143). • Set PHOTO REC in menu settings. (The default setting is MEMORY.)
  • Page 61 Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” during recording on a tape To cancel self-timer Set SELFTIMER to OFF in the menu settings in the standby mode. You cannot cancel self-timer using the Remote Commander. Note The self-timer is automatically cancelled when: –...
  • Page 62: Recording Still Images On A Tape - Tape Photo Recording

    Recording still images on a tape – Tape Photo recording You can record still images such as photographs on tapes. You can record about 510 images in the SP mode and about 765 images in the LP mode on a 60- minute tape.
  • Page 63 To use tape photo recording using the Remote Commander Press PHOTO on the Remote Commander. Your camcorder records a picture on the screen immediately. To use the tape photo recording during normal recording on a tape You cannot check the image on the screen by pressing PHOTO lightly.
  • Page 64: Adjusting The White Balance Manually

    Adjusting the white balance manually You can manually adjust and set the white balance. This adjustment makes white subjects look white and allows more natural colour balance. Normally white balance is automatically adjusted. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E).
  • Page 65 Your camcorder may not adjust the white balance correctly in the INDOOR mode. In the automatic white balance mode Point your camcorder at a white subject for about 10 seconds after setting the POWER switch to CAMERA to get a better adjustment when: –...
  • Page 66: Using The Wide Mode

    (except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E) During recording You cannot select or cancel the wide mode. When you cancel the wide mode, set your camcorder to the standby mode and then set 16:9WIDE to OFF in the menu settings. in the...
  • Page 67: Using The Fader Function

    Using the fader function You can fade in or out to give your recording a more professional appearance. FADER M. FADER (mosaic)/ BOUNCE* OVERLAP* WIPE* DOT* MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to colour. When fading out, the picture gradually changes from colour to black-and-white.
  • Page 68 The last selected fader mode is indicated first of all. (2) Press START/STOP. The fader indicator stops flashing, then light up. After fade in/out ends, your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode. To cancel the fader function Before pressing START/STOP, press FADER until the indicator disappears.
  • Page 69 You cannot use the fader function. When the OVERLAP, WIPE or DOT indicator appear in the standby mode Your camcorder automatically stores the image recorded on a tape. While the image is being stored, the indicators flash fast, and the playback picture disappears.
  • Page 70: 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 TV. NEG. ART [a] : The colour and brightness of the picture are reversed. SEPIA : The picture appears in sepia. B&W : The picture appears in monochrome (black-and-white).
  • Page 71 Using special effects – Picture effect (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. Press MENU, then select P EFFECT in SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 234). (2) Select the desired picture effect mode with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. To cancel the picture effect function Set P EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings.
  • Page 72: Using Special Effects - Digital Effect

    OLD MOVIE: You can add an old movie type atmosphere to pictures. Your camcorder automatically sets the wide mode to ON and picture effect to SEPIA, and sets the appropriate shutter speed. STILL LUMI.
  • Page 73: Digital Effect

    Using special effects – Digital effect (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. Press MENU, then select D EFFECT in SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 234). (2) Select the desired digital effect mode in the menu settings, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
  • Page 74 Using special effects – Digital effect To cancel the digital effect function Set D EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings. Notes •The following functions do not work during digital effect: – Fader – Super NightShot – Colour Slow Shutter –...
  • Page 75: Using The Program Ae Function

    LANDSCAPE: This mode is for when you are recording distant subjects such as mountains, and prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows when you are recording a subject behind glass or a screen.
  • Page 76 Using the PROGRAM AE function (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E). Press MENU, then select PROGRAM AE in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 234). (2) Select the desired mode with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. To cancel the PROGRAM AE function Set PROGRAM AE to AUTO in the menu settings.
  • Page 77 Using the PROGRAM AE function 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 mode: – SPOTLIGHT – SPORTS – BEACH&SKI •Your camcorder is set to focus only on distant subjects in the following modes: –...
  • Page 78: Adjusting The Exposure Manually

    When you adjust the exposure manually, the following functions do not work: – Colour Slow Shutter – BACK LIGHT Your camcorder automatically returns to the automatic exposure mode: – If you change the PROGRAM AE mode. – If you slide NIGHTSHOT to ON.
  • Page 79: Focusing Manually

    Focusing manually Normally, focus is automatically adjusted. However, 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 –...
  • Page 80 When you press FOCUS/INFINITY down firmly, the lens focuses on the infinity and appears. When you release FOCUS/INFINITY, your camcorder returns to the manual focus mode. Use this mode when your camcorder focuses on near objects even though you are trying to shoot a distant object.
  • Page 81: Interval Recording

    Interval recording You can make a time-lapse recording by setting the camcorder to automatically record and standby sequentially. You can achieve an excellent recording for flowering, gradual appearances, etc., with this function. Example/ (1) In the standby mode, press MENU. Select INT.
  • Page 82 Interval recording MENU To cancel the interval recording Perform either of the following: – Set INT. REC to OFF in the menu settings. – Set the POWER switch to other than CAMERA. To suspend interval recording and perform normal recording Press START/STOP during the interval time except during recording time.
  • Page 83 Interval recording When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E) You cannot do interval recording. On recording time There may be a discrepancy in the recording time of up to –/+ six frames from the selected time. When pressing START/STOP during recording time Interval recording stops.
  • Page 84: Frame By Frame Recording - Frame Recording

    (3) Press MENU to erase the menu display. The FRAME REC indicator lights up. (4) Press START/STOP to start frame recording. Your camcorder makes a recording for about six frames, and returns to recording standby. (5) Move the subject, and repeat step 4.
  • Page 85 Frame by frame recording – Frame recording Note The proper remaining tape is not indicated if you use the frame recording function continuously. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E) You cannot use the frame recording. When using the frame recording function The last recorded frame is longer than other frames.
  • Page 86: Advanced Playback Operations

    “Memory Stick” (except DCR-TRV16E/ TRV116E) (p. 156, 171), or on a VCR using your camcorder as a player. Pictures processed by picture effect function Pictures processed by the picture effect function are not output through the DV OUT or DV IN/ OUT jack.
  • Page 87: Playing Back Tapes With Digital Effect

    Playing back tapes with digital effect During playback, you can process a scene using the following digital effect functions: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL. (1) In the playback or playback pause mode, press MENU. Select D EFFECT in SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 234). (2) Select the desired digital effect mode in the menu settings, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
  • Page 88 “Memory Stick” (except DCR- TRV16E/TRV116E) (p. 156, 171), or on a VCR using your camcorder as a player. Pictures processed by digital effect function •Pictures processed by digital effect function are not output through the DV OUT or DV IN/ OUT jack.
  • Page 89: Enlarging Images Recorded On A Tape - Tape Pb Zoom

    – Tape PB ZOOM You can enlarge playback images recorded on tapes. Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on “Memory Stick”s (except DCR-TRV16E/ TRV116E) (p. 191). (1) In the playback or playback pause mode, press PB ZOOM on your camcorder.
  • Page 90 PB ZOOM function with your camcorder. •You cannot record images on a tape on your camcorder when you have processed the image using the tape PB ZOOM function. However, you can record images on a VCR using your camcorder as a player.
  • Page 91: Quickly Locating A Scene - Zero Set Memory

    Quickly locating a scene – ZERO SET MEMORY Your camcorder goes forward or backward to automatically stop at a desired scene having a tape counter value of “0:00:00”. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) In the playback mode, press DISPLAY.
  • Page 92: Searching The Boundaries Of Recorded Tape By Title - Title Search

    PHOTO SEARCH t PHOTO SCAN t no indicator (3) Press . or > on the Remote Commander to select the title for playback. Your camcorder automatically starts playback of the scene having the title that you selected. DCR-TRV16E/TRV18E/TRV24E only DCR-TRV25E/TRV27E/TRV116E/TRV118E...
  • Page 93 Searching the boundaries of recorded tape by title – TITLE SEARCH To stop searching Press x. If you use a cassette without cassette memory You cannot superimpose or search a title. If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The title search function may not work correctly.
  • Page 94: Searching A Recording By Date - Date Search

    TITLE SEARCH t DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH t PHOTO SCAN t no indicator (3) Press . or > on the Remote Commander to select the date for playback. Your camcorder automatically starts playback at the beginning of the selected date. DCR-TRV16E/TRV18E/TRV24E only DCR-TRV25E/TRV27E/TRV116E/TRV118E only...
  • Page 95: Date Search

    To stop searching Press x. 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 function may not work correctly.
  • Page 96: Searching For The Date Without Using Cassette Memory

    Remote Commander to search for the next date. Your camcorder automatically starts playback at the point where the date changes. Each time you press . or > your camcorder searches for the previous or next date. DCR-TRV16E/TRV18E/TRV24E only DCR-TRV25E/TRV27E/TRV116E/TRV118E...
  • Page 97: Searching For A Photo - Photo Search/Photo Scan

    PHOTO SEARCH t PHOTO SCAN t no indicator (3) Press . or > on the Remote Commander to select the date for playback. Your camcorder automatically starts playback of the photo having the date that you selected. DCR-TRV16E/TRV18E/TRV24E only DCR-TRV25E/TRV27E/TRV116E/TRV118E...
  • Page 98 (4) Press . or > on the Remote Commander to select the photo for playback. Each time you press . or > your camcorder searches for the previous or next photo. Your camcorder automatically starts playback of the photo.
  • Page 99: Scanning Photo

    Searching for a photo – PHOTO SEARCH/PHOTO SCAN Scanning photo (1) Set the POWER switch to PLAYER* (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 t PHOTO SCAN t no indicator (3) Press .
  • Page 100: Editing

    Dubbing a tape Using the A/V connecting cable You can dub or edit on the VCR connected to your camcorder using your camcorder as a player. Connect your camcorder to the VCR using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder.
  • Page 101 Dubbing a tape When you have finished dubbing a tape Press x on both your camcorder and the VCR. You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems: 8 mm, Hi8, VHS, S-VHS, VHSC, S-VHSC, Betamax, mini Digital8, MICRO MV...
  • Page 102: Using The I.link Cable (Dv Connecting Cable)

    Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) to DV OUT or 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.
  • Page 103 Dubbing a tape When you have finished dubbing a tape Press x on both your camcorder and the VCR. You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) See page 278 for more information about i.LINK.
  • Page 104: Dubbing Only Desired Scenes - Digital Program Editing (On Tapes)

    VCR. Scenes can be selected by frame. You can set up to 20 programmes. Your camcorder can dub on “Memory Stick”s (except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E). See page 175 for more information. Unwanted scene/ Before operating the Digital program...
  • Page 105 (1) Set the IR SETUP code 1 Set the POWER switch to PLAYER* on your camcorder. 2 Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set the input selector to LINE. When you connect a video camera recorder, set its power switch to VCR/VTR.
  • Page 106 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) 4 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TAPE, then press the dial (except DCR- TRV16E/TRV116E). 5 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EDIT SET, then press the dial. 6 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CONTROL, then press the dial.
  • Page 107 – Digital program editing (on tapes) About IR SETUP codes The IR SETUP code is stored in the memory of your camcorder. Be sure to set the correct code to match your VCR. The default setting is code number 3. IR SETUP code/...
  • Page 108 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) (2) Setting the modes to cancel the recording pause on the VCR 1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PAUSEMODE, then press the dial. 2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the mode to cancel recording pause on the VCR, then press the dial.
  • Page 109 (3) Setting your camcorder and the VCR to face each other Locate the infrared rays emitter of your camcorder and face it towards the remote sensor of the VCR. Set the devices about 30 cm (12 in.) apart, and remove any obstacles between the devices.
  • Page 110 •After checking the code in “About IR SETUP codes,” set the IR SETUP or the PAUSEMODE again. •Place your camcorder at least 30 cm (12 in.) away from the VCR. •Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. 0 : 08 : 55 : 06...
  • Page 111: Dv Connecting Cable

    (optional), follow the procedure below. (1) Set the POWER switch to PLAYER* on your camcorder. (2) Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set the input selector to DV input. When you connect a digital video camera recorder, set its power switch to VCR/VTR.
  • Page 112: Your Camcorder

    •You cannot dub the titles, display indicators. •You may not be able to operate the dubbing function correctly, depending on the VCR. Set CONTROL to IR in the menu settings of your camcorder. MENU OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP...
  • Page 113 Step 3: Adjusting the synchronization of the You can adjust the synchronization of your camcorder and the VCR. Have a pen and paper ready for notes. Before operation, eject a cassette from your camcorder. (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, then set to recording pause.
  • Page 114 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) (9) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the average number value of OUT, then press the dial. The calculated stop position for recording is set. (10) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select RETURN, then press the dial.
  • Page 115 Operation 1: Making the programme (1) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder, and insert a tape for recording into the VCR. (2) Press MENU, then select VIDEO EDIT in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TAPE, then press the dial (except DCR- TRV16E/TRV116E).
  • Page 116 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT READY RETURN [ MENU ] : END VIDEO EDIT MARK 1 OUT UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SET TOTAL 0 : 00 : 00 : 00 SCENE 0 [ MENU ] : END Erasing the programme you have set...
  • Page 117 Operation 2: Performing the programme (Dubbing a tape) Make sure your camcorder and VCR are connected, and that the VCR is set to recording pause. (When you use the 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.
  • Page 118 EDITING indicator appears during edit on the screen. The programme mark changes to light blue after dubbing ends. When dubbing ends, your camcorder and the VCR automatically stop. To stop dubbing during editing Press x using the video operation buttons.
  • Page 119: Recording Video Or Tv Programmes

    VCR. Select a TV programme if you are recording from a TV. The picture from a TV or VCR appears on the screen. (5) Press X on your camcorder at the scene where you want to start recording from. S VIDEO VIDEO...
  • Page 120 (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and the TV or VCR. This connection produces higher quality DV format pictures. Запись видео или телевизионных...
  • Page 121 X on your camcorder. (4) Press N on the VCR to start playback. The picture to be recorded appears on the screen. (5) Press X on your camcorder at the scene where you want to start recording from. DV OUT...
  • Page 122 Recording video or TV programmes When you have finished dubbing a tape Press x on your camcorder, and then press the stop button on the VCR. You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable). When you dub a picture in digital form The colour of the display may be uneven.
  • Page 123: Inserting A Scene From A Vcr - Insert Editing

    [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. Then press X to set your camcorder to the playback pause mode.
  • Page 124: Inserting A Scene From A Vcr – Insert Editing

    Pictures and sound at the start point and the end point may be distorted in the LP mode. To insert a scene without setting the insert end point Skip steps 3 and 4. Press x on your camcorder when you want to stop inserting. 0:00:00 ZERO SET...
  • Page 125: Audio Dubbing

    POWER) : Signal flow/ You can check recorded picture and sound by connecting your camcorder to a TV with the A/V connecting cable. Recorded sound is not output from the speaker. Check the sound by using a TV or headphones.
  • Page 126 Audio dubbing Connecting the microphone to the intelligent accessory shoe Microphone (optional)/ Dubbing with the AUDIO/VIDEO jack – DCR-TRV25E/TRV27E/TRV116E/ TRV118E only : Signal flow/ Intelligent accessory shoe/ White/ AUDIO/ VIDEO A/V connecting cable (supplied)/ Audio equipment/ LINE OUT AUDIO L AUDIO R Red/ Do not connect the...
  • Page 127 Audio dubbing 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 recorded sound by using headphones.
  • Page 128 The new sound is recorded in stereo 2 (ST2) during playback. During recording new sound, the red appears on the screen. (6) Press x on your camcorder at the point where you want to stop recording. To add audio more precisely Press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander at the point where you want to stop recording later in the playback mode.
  • Page 129: Monitoring The New Recorded Sound

    •You cannot add audio on the blank portion of the tape. If an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) is connected to your camcorder You cannot add audio to a recorded tape. We recommend that you add audio on a tape...
  • Page 130: Superimposing A Title

    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, standby mode, playback or playback pause, press MENU, then select TITLE in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
  • Page 131 If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The title may not be displayed correctly. Titles superimposed with your camcorder •Titles are displayed by only the DV video equipment with an index titler function. •The point you superimposed the title may be detected as an index signal when searching a recording with other video equipment.
  • Page 132 Superimposing a title To not display titles Set TITLE DSPL to OFF in the menu settings (p. 239). Title setting •The title colour changes as follows: WHITE y YELLOW y VIOLET y RED y CYAN y GREEN y BLUE •The title size changes as follows: SMALL y LARGE You cannot input 13 characters or more for a LARGE size.
  • Page 133: Erasing A Title

    Superimposing a title Erasing a title (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or PLAYER* /VCR* (2) Press MENU, then select TITLEERASE in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 239). (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the title you want to erase, then press the dial. ERASE OK ? indicator appears.
  • Page 134: Making Your Own Titles

    Making your own titles You can make up to two titles and store them in the memory of your camcorder. Each title can have up to 20 characters. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or PLAYER* /VCR* . Press MENU, then select...
  • Page 135: To Change A Title You Have Stored

    Making your own titles PRESET TITLE HELLO! HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS! OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING VACATION THE END [ MENU ] : END 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.
  • Page 136 CAMERA, then proceed from step 1. We recommend setting the POWER switch to PLAYER* /VCR* or removing the cassette so that your camcorder does not automatically turn off while you are entering title characters. DCR-TRV16E/TRV18E/TRV24E only DCR-TRV25E/TRV27E/TRV116E/TRV118E only To delete the title Select [C].
  • Page 137: Labelling A Cassette

    Labelling a cassette If you use a cassette with cassette memory, you can label a cassette. Labels can consist of up to 10 characters and are stored in cassette memory. When you insert the labelled cassette and set the POWER switch to CAMERA or PLAYER* /VCR* , the label is displayed...
  • Page 138 Labelling a cassette To erase the label you have made In step 4 turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [C], then press the dial. The last character is erased. To change the label you have made Insert the cassette to change the label, and operate in the same way to make a new label.
  • Page 139: Erasing All The Data In Cassette Memory

    Labelling a cassette Erasing all the data in cassette memory You can erase all the data in cassette memory at once. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or PLAYER* /VCR* (2) Press MENU, then select ERASE ALL in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 239). (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select OK, then press the dial.
  • Page 140: Memory Stick" Operations

    – Except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E You can easily record and playback images on the “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder. You can also do the following operations: – Reading the image from the tape to the “Memory Stick” or from the “Memory Stick” to the tape –...
  • Page 141 Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Using a “Memory Stick” Write-protect tab/ •You cannot record or erase images when the write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK. •The position and shape of the write-protect tab may be different depending on the model. •We recommend backing up important data on the hard disk of your computer.
  • Page 142 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 established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).
  • Page 143 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 because your camcorder is reading the data from the “Memory Stick” or recording the data on the “Memory Stick.”...
  • Page 144: Selecting The Still Image Quality Mode

    Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Selecting the still image quality mode You can select the image quality mode in still image recording. The default setting is FINE (DCR-TRV18E/ TRV118E only). The default setting is SUPER FINE (DCR- TRV24E/TRV25E/TRV27E only). (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or PLAYER* /VCR*...
  • Page 145 1/6. STANDARD This is the standard image quality (STD) in your camcorder. Standard images are compressed to about 1/10. Note In some cases, changing the image quality mode may not affect the image quality, depending on the type of images you are shooting.
  • Page 146: Selecting The Image Size

    Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Image quality mode indicator The image quality mode indicator is not displayed during playback. When you select image quality The number of images you can shoot in the currently selected image quality appears on the screen.
  • Page 147: Still Images

    Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY MENU Image size settings/ Setting/ Meaning/ Records 1152 864 still images./ 1152 864* Records 640 Records 320 240 moving pictures/ Records 160 112 moving pictures./ * DCR-TRV24E/TRV25E/TRV27E only/ STILL SET* MEMORY SET 1152 STILL SET LOCK...
  • Page 148 640 480 Note* If you record a 1152 864 still image with your camcorder and attempt to play back the data file on another device that does not support this image size, the image might be displayed in a smaller size.
  • Page 149 5 min. 20 sec./ 10 min. 40 sec./ 21 min. 20 sec./ 42 min. 40 sec./ 85 min. 20 sec./ The table shows approximate number of still images and times of moving pictures you can record on a “Memory Stick” formatted on your camcorder. Type of “Memory Stick”s/ 16MB 32MB...
  • Page 150: Recording Still Images On A "Memory Stick" - Memory Photo Recording

    – Except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E You can record still images on “Memory Stick”s. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
  • Page 151: Memory Photo Recording

    PHOTO. When you press PHOTO on the Remote Commander Your camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen when you press the button. When you press PHOTO lightly in step 2 The image momentarily flickers. This is not a malfunction.
  • Page 152: Recording Images Continuously

    BURST in the menu settings before recording. NORMAL* [a] Your camcorder shoots up to four still images in 1152 864 size or 13 still images in 640 480 size at about 0.5 sec intervals. (...
  • Page 153 Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. 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. 237). (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select BURST, then press the dial.
  • Page 154: Self-Timer Memory Photo Recording

    During recording images continuously The flash (optional) does not work. When shooting with the self-timer function or the Remote Commander Your camcorder automatically records up to the maximum recordable number of still images. When selecting NORMAL* Recording continues up to the maximum number of still images during pressing PHOTO deeper.
  • Page 155 PHOTO To cancel self-timer Set SELFTIMER to OFF in the menu settings while your camcorder is in the standby mode. You cannot cancel self-timer with the Remote Commander. Note The self-timer recording is automatically cancelled when: –...
  • Page 156: Recording An Image From A Tape As A Still Image

    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”...
  • Page 157 If “ ” appears on the screen The inserted “Memory Stick” is incompatible with your camcorder because its format does not conform with your camcorder. Check the format of the “Memory Stick.” If you press PHOTO lightly in the playback mode The cassette stops momentarily.
  • Page 158: Recording An Image From A Tape As A Still Image

    With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and the TV or VCR. Yellow/ S VIDEO VIDEO...
  • Page 159 Recording an image from a tape as a still image Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) DV OUT : Signal flow/ Note In the following instances, recording is interruped or “ REC ERROR” is displayed. – When recording on a tape in a poor recording state, for example, on a tape that has been repeatedly used for dubbing –...
  • Page 160: Superimposing A Still Image In The "Memory Stick" On An Image - Memory Mix

    Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX – Except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E 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.”...
  • Page 161: Recording Superimposed Images On A Tape

    Recording superimposed images on a tape Before operation •Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder. •Insert a “Memory Stick” with recorded still images into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
  • Page 162: Memory Mix

    Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX (4) Select the desired mode with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The mode changes as follows: M. CHROM y M. LUMI y C. CHROM y M. OVERLAP (5) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
  • Page 163 Image data modified on your computer or shot with other equipment You may not be able to play back modified images with your camcorder. When you select M. OVERLAP You cannot change the still image or the mode setting.
  • Page 164 Image size is automatically set to 640 Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” including still images into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
  • Page 165 Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX (7) Press PHOTO deeper to start recording. The image displayed on the screen will be recorded on a “Memory Stick.” Recording is complete when the bar scroll indicator disappears.
  • Page 166 The PROGRAM AE function does not work. (The indicator flashes.) The “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder is already stored with 20 images – For M. CHROM: 18 images (such as a frame) 100-0001 to 100-0018 – For C. CHROM: two images (such as a...
  • Page 167: Recording Moving Pictures On A "Memory Stick" - Mpeg Movie Recording

    The picture and sound are 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. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
  • Page 168: Mpeg Movie Recording

    Various settings cannot be recorded. During recording on a “Memory Stick” Do not eject the cassette tape from your camcorder. During ejecting the tape, sound is recorded on the “Memory Stick.” When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY...
  • Page 169: Self-Timer Mpeg Movie Recording

    Recording moving pictures on a “Memory Stick” – MPEG movie recording 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. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the left (unlock) position.
  • Page 170 Recording moving pictures on a “Memory Stick” – MPEG movie recording Note The self-timer is automatically cancelled when: – Self-timer recording is finished. – The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or PLAYER* /VCR* DCR-TRV18E/TRV24E only DCR-TRV25E/TRV27E/TRV118E only...
  • Page 171: Recording Pictures From A Tape As A Moving Picture

    – Except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E 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”...
  • Page 172: Recording Pictures From A Tape As A Moving Picture

    “Memory Stick.” If “ AUDIO ERROR” is displayed Sound that cannot be recorded by your camcorder has been recorded. Connect the A/V connecting cable to input images from external equipment used to play back the image (p. 173).
  • Page 173: Recording A Moving Picture From External Equipment

    With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and the TV or VCR. Yellow/ White/ A/V connecting cable (supplied)/...
  • Page 174 Recording pictures from a tape as a moving picture Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) DV OUT : Signal flow/ Note In the following instances, recording is interrupted or “ REC ERROR” is displayed and you cannot record pictures: –...
  • Page 175: Recording Edited Pictures From A Tape As A Moving Picture - Digital Program Editing (On "Memory Stick"S)

    VCR* on your camcorder. (2) Insert the tape for playback, and a “Memory Stick” for recording into your camcorder. (3) Press MENU, then select VIDEO EDIT in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 242). (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select MEMORY, then press the dial.
  • Page 176 Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture – Digital program editing (on “Memory Stick”s) VIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL START IMAGESIZE TOTAL 0 : 00 : 00 SCENE 0 [ MENU ] : END Erasing the programme you have set Erase OUT first and then IN from of the last programme.
  • Page 177 Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture – Digital program editing (on “Memory Stick”s) Erasing all programmes (1) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings, then select MEMORY with the dial. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ERASE ALL, then select EXECUTE with the dial.
  • Page 178 The programme mark flashes. The SEARCH indicator appears during search, the EDITING indicator appears during writing of data on your camcorder, and REC appears during dubbing on the screen. The programme mark changes to light blue after dubbing is complete.
  • Page 179: Copying Still Images From A Tape - Photo Save

    “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 PLAYER* (2) Press MENU to display the menu.
  • Page 180 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 or eject a “Memory Stick”. Otherwise, image data may become damaged.
  • Page 181: Viewing Still Images - Memory Photo Playback

    “Memory Stick.” You can also play back six images including moving pictures in order at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or PLAYER* /VCR* Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
  • Page 182 •The file name flashes on the screen if the file is corrupted or the file is unreadable. To play back recorded images on a TV screen •Connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder before operation.
  • Page 183 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 or PLAYER* /VCR* .
  • Page 184 Viewing still images – Memory Photo playback A red B mark appears above the image that is displayed before changing to the index screen mode. MEMORY – : To display the previous six images MEMORY + : To display the following six images To return to the normal playback screen (single screen) Press MEMORY –/+ to move the B mark to the...
  • Page 185: Viewing Moving Pictures - Mpeg Movie Playback

    “Memory Stick.” You can also play back six images including still images in order at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or PLAYER* /VCR* .
  • Page 186 Press MPEG N X or SEL/PUSH EXEC dial . Note You may not be able to play back images properly in the following cases: – When playing back on your camcorder image data modified on your computer – When playing back image data on other equipment.
  • Page 187: Playing Back A Moving Picture From The Desired Part

    Viewing moving pictures – MPEG movie playback Playing back a moving picture from the desired part The moving picture recorded on a “Memory Stick” is divided into 23 parts. You can select any point and playback the picture. (1) Follow steps 1 to 3 on page 185. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial and select the point where you want to start playback, then press the dial.
  • Page 188 Viewing moving pictures – MPEG movie playback Screen indicators during moving picture playback 50min MOV00001 – – – – – – 4 7 2002 12:05:56 Data directory number/File number/ Recording date/time Recording date/time are displayed when you press the DATA CODE button on the Remote Commander.
  • Page 189: Copying Images Recorded On "Memory Stick"S To A Tape

    You can copy images recorded on “Memory Stick” and record them to a 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 image.
  • Page 190 Image data modified on computers or shot with other equipment You may not be able to copy modified images with your camcorder. If you press DISPLAY during recording or in the recording standby mode You can see the memory playback and file name indicators in addition to the time code indicator and other tape-related indicators.
  • Page 191: Enlarging Still Images Recorded On A "Memory Stick" - Memory Pb Zoom

    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 or PLAYER* /VCR* .
  • Page 192: Memory Pb Zoom

    Enlarging still images recorded on a “Memory Stick” – Memory PB ZOOM PB ZOOM [ EXEC ] : T t To cancel PB ZOOM mode Press PB ZOOM. The PB ZOOM mode is cancelled when the following buttons are pressed: –...
  • Page 193: Playing Back Images In A Continuous Loop - Slide Show

    This function is useful especially when checking recorded images or during a presentation. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
  • Page 194 Playing back images in a continuous loop – SLIDE SHOW To view recorded images on TV Before operation, connect your camcorder to a TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. If you change the “Memory Stick” during operation The slide show function does not operate.
  • Page 195: Preventing Accidental Erasure - Image Protection

    – Except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E You can protect selected images to prevent accidental erasure of important images. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or PLAYER* /VCR* . Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
  • Page 196: Deleting Images - Delete

    Stick.” You can delete all images or only selected images. Deleting selected images Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or PLAYER* /VCR* . Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
  • Page 197 Deleting images – DELETE Notes •To delete a protected image, first cancel image protection. •Once you delete an image, you cannot restore it. Before deleting an image, carefully check the image. If the write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK You cannot delete images.
  • Page 198 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. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
  • Page 199: Writing A Print Mark - Print Mark

    You can specify a recorded still image to print out by putting marks. 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.
  • Page 200 Writing a print mark – PRINT MARK To cancel writing of print marks Select OFF in step 4, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. mark disappears from the image. If the write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK You cannot write print marks on still images.
  • Page 201: Using The Optional Printer

    Using the optional printer – Except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E 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.
  • Page 202 Using the optional printer You can make prints with the recording date and/or recording time. Select the desired mode in the menu settings. DATE DAY & TIME 4 12 : 00 JU4 7 2002 Images recorded in the multi screen mode You cannot print images recorded in the multi screen mode on sticker type print paper.
  • Page 203: Viewing Images Using Your Computer

    Viewing images with your computer – Introduction There are 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 remove the “Memory...
  • Page 204 Viewing images with your computer – Introduction Viewing images recorded on a tape When connecting to a computer using the USB cable For more information, see page 207. When connecting to a computer using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) Your computer must have a DV jack and editing software installed that can read video signals.
  • Page 205: Viewing Images Recorded On A "Memory Stick

    There are two methods of USB connection, NORMAL and PTP. The default setting is NORMAL. Here we explain how to use the camcorder with NORMAL USB connection. See page 207 when using Windows and page 225 when using Macintosh. You can also use a Memory Stick Reader/Writer (optional).
  • Page 206 •“Memory Stick” operations on your camcorder cannot be assured if a “Memory Stick” formatted on your computer is used on your camcorder, or if the “Memory Stick” in your camcorder was formatted from your computer when the USB cable was connected.
  • Page 207: Introduction

    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 jack. The USB driver can be found on the CD-ROM supplied, along with the application software required for viewing images.
  • Page 208 Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users Display: 4 MB VRAM video card, Minimum 800 Hi colour (16 bit colour, 65 000 colours), Direct Draw display driver capability (At 800 600 dot or less, 256 colours and less, this product will not operate correctly.)
  • Page 209 Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users Notes •Operations are not guaranteed for the Windows environment if you connect two or more USB equipment to a single computer at the same time, or when using a hub.
  • Page 210: Installing The Usb Driver

    Windows XP Home Edition/Professional users If you go to USBCONNECT in the menu settings and select PTP, you can copy “Memory Stick” images from the camcorder onto your computer without installing the USB driver. This is ideal for simply copying images from a camcorder...
  • Page 211 (except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E). You need to install PIXELA ImageMixer to view images recorded on a tape. Install it from the CD- ROM supplied with your camcorder. To install and use this software in Windows 2000 Professional, you must be authorised as Power Users or Administrators.
  • Page 212 VCR* (9) Select USB STREAM in menu settings (p. 241). (10)With the CD-ROM inserted, connect the (USB) jack of the camcorder and computer using the USB cable supplied with your camcorder. Your computer recognises the camcorder, and the Windows Add Hardware Wizard starts.
  • Page 213 Before operation Set USBCONNECT in to NORMAL in the menu settings. (The default setting is NORMAL.) (1) Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (2) Connect the AC power adaptor and set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (3) Connect the...
  • Page 214: If You Cannot Install The Usb Driver

    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.
  • Page 215 Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users 5 Select and delete the underlined devices. Windows 98SE Windows Me Windows 2000 Professional Windows XP Home Edition/Professional...
  • Page 216 Step1: Uninstall the incorrect USB driver 1 Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load. 2 Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. 3 Connect the AC power adaptor, and set the POWER switch to MEMORY. 4 Connect the USB jack on your computer to the (USB) jack on your camcorder using the USB cable supplied with your camcorder.
  • Page 217: Viewing Images Recorded On A Tape With Your Computer - For Windows Users

    (4) Select “Start” t “Program” t “PIXELA” t “ImageMixer” t “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony”. DCR-TRV16E/TRV18E/TRV24E only DCR-TRV25E/TRV27E/TRV116E/TRV118E only (5) Click on the screen. The “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” startup screen appears on your computer. The title screen is displayed. /VCR*...
  • Page 218 – For Windows users (6) Select (7) Connect the USB jack on your computer to the (USB) jack on your camcorder using the supplied USB cable. (8) Press N to start playback. The picture from the tape appears on preview window on your computer.
  • Page 219 Select USB STREAM in to ON in the menu settings (p. 241). (3) Follow the steps 4 to 7 on pages 217 and 218. The picture from your camcorder appears on preview window on your computer. Capturing still images (1) Select...
  • Page 220 •We recommend setting DEMO MODE to OFF in the menu settings when your camcorder is in the standby mode, and no cassette is inserted. •Indicators in the camcorder LCD screen do not appear on images that are captured into your computer.
  • Page 221 If you have any questions about “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” “ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” is a trademark of PIXELA corporation. For more information, refer to the instruction manual of the CD-ROM supplied with your camcorder.
  • Page 222: Viewing Images Recorded On A "Memory Stick" With Your Computer - For Windows Users

    (The default setting is NORMAL.) (1) Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load. (2) Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder, and connect the AC power adaptor to your camcorder. (3) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.
  • Page 223 “Memory Stick,” the image and sound may break off. Image file storage destinations and image files Image files recorded with your camcorder are grouped in folders by recording mode. The meanings of the file names are as follows. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999.
  • Page 224 Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” with your computer – For Windows users Disconnect the USB cable and remove 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”...
  • Page 225: Connecting Your Camcorder 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 jack. The USB driver can be found on the CD-ROM supplied, along with the application software required for viewing images.
  • Page 226 For Mac OS 9.1/9.2/Mac OS X (v10.0/v10.1) The USB driver does not have to be installed. Your camcorder is automatically recognised as a drive just by connecting it to your Mac using the USB cable. For Mac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0 users (1) Turn on your computer and allow the Mac OS to load.
  • Page 227 – For Macintosh users (4) Select the following two files, and drag and drop them into the System Folder. •Sony Camcorder USB Driver •Sony Camcorder USB Shim (5) When the message appears, click “OK.” The USB driver is installed on your computer.
  • Page 228: Viewing Images Recorded On A "Memory Stick" On Your Computer - For Macintosh Users

    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, and connect the AC power adaptor to your camcorder. (3) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.
  • Page 229 Follow the procedure below. (1) Close all running applications. Make sure that the access lamp of your camcorder is not lit. (2) Drag the “Memory Stick” icon into the “Trash”. Alternatively, select the “Memory Stick” icon by clicking on it, and then select “Eject disk”...
  • Page 230: Capturing Images From An Analog Video Unit On Your Computer - Signal Convert Function

    TRV118E only 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.
  • Page 231: Capturing Images From An Analog Video Unit On Your Computer

    Depending on the analog video unit, the image may contain noise or incorrect colours. •You can capture images and sound with an S video cable (optional) instead of the A/V connecting cable (supplied).
  • Page 232: Customising 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 partially be changed. First, select the icon, then the menu item and then the mode. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, PLAYER* /VCR*...
  • Page 233 Changing the menu settings CAMERA MANUAL SET MENU PROGRAM AE P EFFECT D EFFECT FLASH MODE FLASH LVL WHT BAL N. S. LIGHT AUTO SHTR [ MENU ] : END PLAYER/VCR MANUAL SET P EFFECT D EFFECT [ MENU ] : END MEMORY (Except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E/ MANUAL SET...
  • Page 234: Selecting The Mode Setting Of Each Item

    Changing the menu settings Menu items are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET (DCR-TRV25E/TRV27E/ TRV116E/TRV118E only) PLAYER SET (DCR-TRV16E/TRV18E/ TRV24E only) LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET (except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E) PRINT SET (except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E) CM SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS English...
  • Page 235 To activate frame recording (p. 84) To activate interval recording (p. 81) To deactivate interval recording To set the waiting time and recording time for interval recording ” appears. Your camcorder prevents excessive compensation for POWER switch CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA...
  • Page 236 To output digital images and sound in analog format using your camcorder To output analog images and sound in digital format using your camcorder (p. 230) To play back a tape recorded in the NTSC colour system on a PAL system TV To play back a tape recorded in the NTSC colour system on a TV with the NTSC 4.43 mode...
  • Page 237 PLAYER* /VCR* or MEMORY • For five seconds after inserting a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder in MEMORY or PLAYER* VCR* • When the capacity of the “Memory Stick” is less than two minute in MEMORY • For five seconds after starting a moving picture recording •...
  • Page 238 Notes on formatting (except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E) •Supplied or optional “Memory Stick”s have been formatted at factory. Formatting “Memory Stick”s on your camcorder is not required. •Do not do any of the following while FORMATTING is displayed: – Switch the POWER switch –...
  • Page 239 Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode PRINT SET (except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E) 9PIC PRINT z RETURN SAME MULTI MARKED DATE/TIME z OFF DATE DAY&TIME CM SET TITLE — TITLEERASE — TITLE DSPL z ON CM SEARCH z ON TAPE TITLE — ERASE ALL —...
  • Page 240 When you play back the tape on other camcorders or VCRs, noise may occur in pictures or sound. •When you record in the LP mode, we recommend using a Sony Excellence/Master cassette so that you can get the most out of your camcorder.
  • Page 241 * Except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E Notes on DEMO MODE •You cannot select DEMO MODE when a cassette or a “Memory Stick” is inserted in your camcorder. •The DEMO MODE default setting is STBY (Standby) and the demonstration starts about 10 minutes after you have set the POWER switch to CAMERA without a cassette and a “Memory Stick” inserted.
  • Page 242 If you press DISPLAY with DISPLAY set to V-OUT/LCD in the menu settings, the picture from a TV or VCR will not appear on the LCD screen even when your camcorder is connected to outputs on the TV or VCR.
  • Page 243 MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT D EFFECT FLASH MODE FLASH LVL WHT BAL N.S.LIGHT AUTO SHTR...
  • Page 244 CAMERA SET SELFTIMER* D ZOOM PHOTO REC* 16:9WIDE STEADYSHOT FRAME REC INT. REC...
  • Page 245 VCR* PLAYER* HiFi SOUND AUDIO MIX A/V t DV OUT* NTSC PB LCD/VF SET LCD BRIGHT LCD B.L. LCD COLOUR VF B.L. ST 1 ST 2...
  • Page 246 MEMORY SET STILL SET BURST QUALITY IMAGESIZE* MOVIE SET IMAGESIZE REMAIN...
  • Page 247 MEMORY SET PRINT MARK PROTECT SLIDE SHOW PHOTO SAVE FILE NO. DELETE ALL FORMAT...
  • Page 248 PRINT SET 9PIC PRINT DATE/TIME CM SET TITLE TITLEERASE TITLE DSPL CM SEARCH TAPE TITLE ERASE ALL...
  • Page 249 TAPE SET REC MODE AUDIO MODE qREMAIN...
  • Page 250 SETUP MENU CLOCK SET USB STREAM USBCONNECT* LTR SIZE LANGUAGE FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL PORTUGUÊS EΛΛHNIKA DEMO MODE...
  • Page 251 OTHERS DATA CODE WORLD TIME BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY REC LAMP VIDEO EDIT...
  • Page 252: 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 supply and contact your Sony dealer or local authorised Sony service facility. If “C:ss:ss” appears on the screen, the self-diagnosis display function has worked.
  • Page 253 Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Symptom The picture is recorded in incorrect or unnatural colours. The picture appears too bright, and the subject does not appear on the screen. You cannot record still images on a “Memory Stick” in the standby mode or while recording on tape.* You cannot record still images on a tape.*...
  • Page 254 Types of trouble and how to correct trouble In the playback mode Symptom The tape does not move when a video control button is pressed. The playback button does not work. There are horizontal lines on the picture or the playback picture is not clear or does not appear.
  • Page 255 Use a charged battery pack. (p. 24, 25) • Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least one hour to acclimatise. (p. 281) • The gold-plated connector of the cassette is dirty or dusty.
  • Page 256 This is not a malfunction. • Your camcorder cannot play back some images processed with a computer (The file name will blink). • If you record images with any other equipment, the images...
  • Page 257 (p. 104) • The camcorder is connected to DV equipment of other than Sony using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable). c Set it to IR (p. 111). • Setting programme on a blank portion of the tape is attempted.
  • Page 258 • The battery pack is not properly installed. c Install it properly. (p. 24) • Something is wrong with the battery pack. c Contact your Sony dealer or local authorised Sony service facility. • The POWER switch is not set to OFF (CHG).
  • Page 259: Self-Diagnosis Display

    After reconnecting the power supply, operate your camcorder. • A malfunction that you cannot service has occurred. c Contact your Sony dealer or local authorised Sony service facility and inform them of the 5-digit code. (example: E:61:10)
  • Page 260: Warning Indicators And Messages

    10 minutes remaining. % Moisture condensation has occurred* Fast flashing: •Eject the cassette, turn off your camcorder, and leave it for about one hour with the cassette compartment open (p. 281). Warning indicator as to cassette...
  • Page 261 No “Memory Stick“ is inserted.* You are trying to record an image with sound that cannot be recorded by your camcorder on the “Memory Stick” (p. 172).* No still image is recorded on the “Memory Stick”though you are trying to print in the 9PIC PRINT mode (p. 202).
  • Page 262 — Поиск и устранение неисправностей — Русский Разновидности неисправностей и методы их устранения ss ss В режиме записи Возможная неисправность Вероятная причина и/или метод устранения...
  • Page 269 ss ss ss ss C : 21 : 00...
  • Page 270 100 – 0001 C : 21 : 00 1) 2) 1) 2)
  • Page 272: Additional Information

    We recommend you to use cassette with cassette memory. IC memory is mounted on this type of cassette. Your camcorder can read and write data such as dates of recording or titles, etc. to this memory. The functions using the cassette memory require successive signals recorded on the tape.
  • Page 273 “COPY INHIBIT” appears on the screen or on the TV screen if you try to record such software. Your camcorder does not record copyright control signals on the tape when it records.
  • Page 274: Audio Mode

    Sound from speaker HiFi Sound Playing back Playing back a dual Mode a stereo tape sound track tape STEREO Stereo Left sound Right sound You cannot record dual sound programmes on your camcorder. Main sound and sub sound Main sound Sub sound...
  • Page 275 When affixing a label on the cassette Be sure to affix a label only at the locations illustrated below [a] to prevent a malfunction of your camcorder. After using the cassette Rewind the tape to the beginning, put the cassette in its case, and store it upright.
  • Page 276: About The "Infolithium" Battery Pack

    AC adaptor/charger (optional). The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack calculates the power consumption according to the operating conditions of your camcorder, and displays the remaining battery time in minutes. With an AC adaptor/charger (optional), the remaining operating time and charging time are displayed.
  • Page 277 2. Discharge on your electronic equipment. 3. Remove the battery from the equipment and store it in a dry, cool place. •To use the battery pack up on your camcorder, leave your camcorder in the recording standby mode until the power goes off without a cassette inserted.
  • Page 278: 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 standardised by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers.
  • Page 279 DV jacks, see page 102 and 121. 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...
  • Page 280: 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 Your camcorder is a PAL system based camcorder. If you want to view the playback picture on a TV, it must be a PAL system based TV with the AUDIO/VIDEO input jack.
  • Page 281: Maintenance Information And Precautions

    Moisture condensation If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside your camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this state, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or your camcorder may not operate correctly.
  • Page 282: Maintenance Information And Precautions

    If the above problem [a], [b] or [c] occurs, clean the video heads for 10 seconds with the Sony DVM-12CLD cleaning cassette (optional). Check the picture and if the above problem persists, repeat cleaning.
  • Page 283 •If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. •Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens.
  • Page 284 •Do not touch the LCD screen with your fingers or a sharp-pointed object. •If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction.
  • Page 285 Maintenance information and precautions AC power adaptor •Unplug the unit from the wall socket when you are not using it for a long time. To disconnect the mains lead, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the mains lead itself. •Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged.
  • Page 286: Battery Pack

    •If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water. •If the liquid gets 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 287: Specifications

    English 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 PAL colour, CCIR standards Usable cassette Mini DV cassette with the...
  • Page 288 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 DCR-TRV16E/TRV18E/TRV116E/ TRV118E: 3.3 W DCR-TRV24E/TRV25E: 4.1 W DCR-TRV27E: 4.5 W Viewfinder DCR-TRV16E/TRV18E/TRV116E/ TRV118E: 2.5 W DCR-TRV24E/TRV25E/TRV27E: 3.3 W Operating temperature...
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  • Page 291: Quick Reference

    Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which can reproduce fine images. The lens for your camcorder was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation. It adopts the MTF* measurement system for video camera and offers a quality as the Carl Zeiss lens.
  • Page 292 Identifying parts and controls 8 PHOTO button (p. 58) 9 Power zoom lever (p. 40) q; EDITSEARCH button (p. 48) qa Grip strap qs NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 44) qd SUPER NS/COLOUR SLOW S button (p. 44) qf Jack cover qg Camera recording lamp (p. 35, 242) qh Remote sensor/Infrared rays emitter (p.
  • Page 293 Identifying parts and controls qj BATT release button (p. 24) qk SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 31) ql START/STOP button (p. 35) w; DC IN jack cover wa Intelligent accessory shoe ws LOCK switch* wd POWER switch (p. 25) wf Access lamp* (p. 143) wg “Memory Stick”...
  • Page 294 DV IN/OUT jack* / DV OUT jack* es i (headphones) jack (green) When you use headphones, the speaker on your camcorder is silent. ed MIC jack (PLUG IN POWER) (red) Connect an external microphone (optional). This jack also accepts a “plug-in-power”...
  • Page 295 MEMORY DELETE button MEMORY –/+ buttons MEMORY MIX button ek Hooks for sholder strap * Except DCR-TRV16E/TRV116E Attaching the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap supplied with your camcorder to the hooks for the shoulder strap. PAUSE MEMORY MPEG PLAY INDEX DELETE...
  • Page 296 Identifying parts and controls el ENDSEARCH button (p. 48) r; DISPLAY button (p. 52) ra OPEN button (p. 35) rs Speaker rd LCD screen (p. 37) rf VOLUME buttons (p. 50) rg REC (record) button (p. 119, 121, 124, 189) (DCR-TRV25E/TRV27E/TRV116E/TRV118E only) rh AUDIO DUB button (p.
  • Page 297 Cassette compartment tg Lens cap (p. 35) th Tripod receptacle Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely, and the screw may damage your camcorder.
  • Page 298: Remote Commander

    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. 58) 2 DISPLAY button (p. 52) 3 SEARCH MODE button (p. 92) 4 ./>...
  • Page 299 •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 erroneous remote control operation. If you use another Sony VCR in the Commander mode...
  • Page 300: Back Light (P

    Identifying parts and controls Operation indicators LCD screen and viewfinder/ 120min STILL 16:9WIDE NEG. ART AUTO F2.0 1 Cassette memory (p. 21, 272) 2 Remaining battery time (p. 42) 3 Zoom (p. 40)/Exposure (p. 78)/Data file name* (p. 140) 4 Digital effect (p. 72, 87)/MEMORY MIX* (p.
  • Page 301: Zero Set Memory (P

    Identifying parts and controls qf AE/AF lock indicator (green)* qg STBY/REC (p. 42)/Video control mode/Image size* (p. 146)/Image quality mode* (p. 144) qh NIGHTSHOT (p. 44)/SUPER NIGHTSHOT (p. 44)/COLOUR SLOW SHUTTER (p. 44) qj Warning (p. 259) qk Tape counter (p. 42)/Time code (p. 42)/Self- diagnosis (p.
  • Page 302: Index

    English Index A, B AC power adaptor ... 25 Adjusting viewfinder ... 39 Audio dubbing ... 125 AUDIO MIX ... 236 Audio mode ... 240 AUTO SHUTTER ... 234 BACK LIGHT ... 43 Battery pack ... 24 Beep ... 242 BOUNCE ...
  • Page 304 Printed on recycled paper. Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Напечатано на бумане, изготовленной путем вторичной переработки. Напечатано с использованием печатной краски на основе растительного масла без примесей ЛОС (летучих органических соединений). Sony Corporation Printed in Japan...

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