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Sony Handycam DCR-TRV380 Operation Manual

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© 2005 Sony Corporation
Digital Video Camera Recorder
DCR-TRV380/TRV480
2-515-268-12(1)

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  • Page 1 Camera Operations Guide Read this first SERIES © 2005 Sony Corporation Digital Video Camera Recorder DCR-TRV380/TRV480 2-515-268-12(1)

  • Page 2: Read This First

    Read this first Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...

  • Page 3: Notes On Use

    The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCR-TRV Serial No. Model No. AC- Serial No.
  • Page 4 • Be careful not to press buttons on the LCD frame accidentally when you open or close the LCD panel, or when you adjust the angle of the LCD panel. • Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts. Viewfinder LCD panel...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Read this first ... 2 Quick Start Guide Recording movies ... 10 Recording still images ... 12 Recording/Playing back with ease ... 14 Getting started Step 1: Checking supplied items... 15 Charging the battery pack ... 16 Using an outside power source ...
  • Page 6 Adjusting the exposure... 37 Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects ... 37 Fixing the exposure for the selected subject – Flexible spot meter ... 38 Adjusting the exposure manually ... 38 Recording in dark places – NightShot plus, etc..39 Adjusting the focus...
  • Page 7 Guide” on a computer ... 108 Using “First Step Guide” ... 112 Creating a DVD (Direct Access to “Click to DVD”) ... 113 Connecting an analog VCR to the computer via your camcorder — Digital convert function ... 116 ... 90 ... 101 ,continued...
  • Page 8 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ...118 Warning indicators and messages ...132 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad ...136 Usable cassette tapes ...137 About the “Memory Stick” ...138 About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack ...140 About i.LINK ...141 Maintenance and precautions ...142 Specification ...145 Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls ...148...

  • Page 10: Quick Start Guide

    Quick Start Guide Recording movies Attach the charged battery pack to the camcorder. To charge the battery, see page 16. Lift up the viewfinder. Insert a cassette into the camcorder. Slide the OPEN/ EJECT lever in the direction of the arrow and open the lid until it clicks.

  • Page 11: Start Recording While Checking The Subject On The Lcd Screen

    The date and time is not set up in the default setting. To set the date and time, see page 21. Remove the lens cap. Lens cap is not attached when you purchase your camcorder (p. 148). Press OPEN and open the LCD panel. While pressing the...

  • Page 12: Recording Still Images

    Recording still images Attach the charged battery pack to the camcorder. To charge the battery, see page 16. Lift up the viewfinder. Insert a “Memory Stick” into the camcorder. Insert it so that the b mark is at the bottom left corner.
  • Page 13 The date and time is not set up in the default setting. To set the date and time, see page 21. Remove the lens cap. Lens cap is not attached when you purchase your camcorder (p. 148). Press OPEN and open the LCD panel. While pressing the...

  • Page 14: Recording/Playing Back With Ease

    Recording/Playing back with ease By switching to Easy Handycam operation, recording/playback operation becomes even easier. Easy Handycam operation allows easy recording/playback for even first time users by providing only the basic functions for recording/playback. Press EASY when recording/ playing back. EASY lights up in blue (1) and screen font size increases (2) during Easy Handycam operation.

  • Page 15: Getting Started

    Getting started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure you have following items supplied with your camcorder. The number in parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (1) Lens cap (1) See page 148 on how to attach the lens cap.

  • Page 16: Charging The Battery Pack

    Battery pack With the v mark on the DC plug facing up, connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder. AC Adaptor Connect the power cord to the AC Adaptor. Connect the power cord to the wall outlet.
  • Page 17 Slide the POWER switch up to (CHG) OFF. The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. After charging the battery The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery is fully charged. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack. To remove the battery pack POWER switch BATT(battery)
  • Page 18 • The power will not be supplied from the battery pack when the AC Adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack of your camcorder, even if its power cord is disconnected from the wall outlet. • The recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder in low temperature.

  • Page 19: Using An Outside Power Source

    PRECAUTION Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power (house current) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet via the AC Adaptor.

  • Page 20: Step 4: Adjusting The Lcd Panel And Viewfinder

    180 degrees Maximum 90 degrees Press OPEN and open the LCD panel. Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder, then rotate it to the desired position. To adjust the brightness of the LCD screen Touch Touch [LCD BRIGHT].

  • Page 21: Step 5: Setting The Date And Time

    Note • If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory. In that case, charge the rechargeable battery (p.

  • Page 22: Step 6: Inserting The Recording Media

    • Do not force the cassette into the compartment. This may cause a malfunction of your camcorder. • The recording time when you use your camcorder is half of the indicated time on Hi8 select the LP mode in the menu settings, the recording time is 3/4 of the indicated time on Hi8 tape.

  • Page 23: Inserting A "Memory Stick

    138. b Note • When using the half-sized “Memory Stick,” the “Memory Stick Duo,” make sure you attach the Memory Stick Duo adaptor. Your camcorder may malfunction when it is inserted without an adaptor (p. 139). b mark Insert the “Memory Stick”...

  • Page 24: Step 7: Setting The Screen Language

    • When the access lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder is reading/writing data from/to the “Memory Stick.” Do not shake or knock your camcorder, turn the power off, eject the “Memory Stick,” or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, image data may be damaged.
  • Page 25 Select the desired language with , then touch z Tip • Your camcorder offers [ENG[SIMP]](simplified English) for when you cannot find your native tongue among the options. Getting started...

  • Page 26: Recording

    To record on a tape Slide the POWER switch until the CAMERA-TAPE lamp lights up, and your camcorder is set to the standby mode. To record on a “Memory Stick” – MPEG MOVIE EX Slide the POWER switch repeatedly until...

  • Page 27: Remaining Battery

    Personal Menu. In order to use other menu items, add them to the Personal Menu. z Tip • If you do not use your camcorder for a long time, remove the cassette and store it. Indicators displayed during recording on a tape The indicators will not be recorded on the tape.

  • Page 28: Recording For A Longer Time

    “Memory Stick” varies depending on the image size and the recording environment. Refer to the following list for approximate length of time you can record movies on a Sony “Memory Stick” formatted on your camcorder. Image size and time (hour: minute: second) [320 ×...

  • Page 29: Using Zoom

    1/2 inch)* 2 5/8 feet)* * The minimum distance required between your camcorder and the subject to get a sharp focus in that position of the lever. Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.

  • Page 30: Recording In Mirror Mode

    • The battery pack discharges quickly while the built- in light is turned on. • When you do not use your camcorder, turn the built- in light off and remove the battery pack to avoid turning on the built-in light accidentally.

  • Page 31: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the self-timer With the self-timer, you can start recording after a delay of about 10 seconds. REC START/STOP REC START/STOP Touch Touch [SELF-TIMER]. If the item is not displayed on the screen, touch . If you cannot find it, touch [MENU], and select it from the (CAMERA SET) menu.

  • Page 32: Recording Still Images

    Recording still images – Memory photo recording You can record still images on a “Memory Stick.” Before recording, follow steps 1 to 7 in “Getting started” (p. 15 - p. 24). OPEN PHOTO POWER switch z Tip • Performing Easy Handycam operation, even first time users can record easily.

  • Page 33: Selecting Image Quality

    Refer to the following list for the approximate number of pictures that can be recorded on a Sony “Memory Stick” formatted on your camcorder. Image quality and number of images The image size of [FINE] is about 150 kB, that of [STANDARD] is about 60 kB.

  • Page 34: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the self-timer With the self-timer, you can record a still image after a delay of about 10 seconds. PHOTO Touch Touch [SELF-TIMER]. If the item is not displayed on the screen, touch . If you cannot find it, touch [MENU] and select it from the (CAMERA SET) menu.

  • Page 35: Recording A Still Image On A "Memory Stick" While Recording Movies On A Tape

    Recording a still image on a “Memory Stick” while recording movies on a tape You can record still images on a “Memory Stick.” Before recording, follow steps 1 to 7 in “Getting started” (p. 15 - p. 24). Press PHOTO fully during tape recording. Recording is complete when the scrolling stops.

  • Page 36: Recording A Still Image

    Slide the POWER switch until the CAMERA-TAPE lamp lights up. Slide the POWER switch while pressing the green button. Press EASY. The EASY lights up in blue. Easy Handycam operation Press REC START/STOP. Recording starts. [REC] appears on the LCD screen and the Camera recording lamp lights up.

  • Page 37: Making Full Use Of Easy Handycam Operation

    • During Easy Handycam operation, the settings of the functions that are not displayed on the screen return to their defaults. Previously made settings are restored when you cancel the Easy Handycam operation. Making full use of Easy Handycam operation Touch [MENU].

  • Page 38: Fixing The Exposure For The Selected Subject - Flexible Spot Meter

    Fixing the exposure for the selected subject – Flexible spot meter You can adjust and fix the exposure to the subject, so that it is recorded in suitable brightness even when there is strong contrast between the subject and the background (such as subjects in the limelight on stage).

  • Page 39: Recording In Dark Places - Nightshot Plus, Etc

    Adjust the exposure by touching (dim)/ (bright), then touch 60min STBY 0:00:00 P-MENU To return the setting to automatic exposure Follow steps 1 and 2, then select [AUTO] in step 3. Recording in dark places – NightShot plus, etc. You can record subjects in dark places (such as when capturing the face of your baby sleeping) with the NightShot plus, Super NightShot plus or Color Slow Shutter...
  • Page 40 Recording • When using the Super NightShot plus or Color Slow Shutter function, the shutter speed of your camcorder changes depending on the brightness. The motion of the picture may slow down at this time. • Adjust the focus manually when it is hard to focus automatically.

  • Page 41: Adjusting The Focus

    Adjusting the focus The focus is adjusted automatically in the default setting. Adjusting the focus for an off- center subject – SPOT FOCUS You can select and adjust the focal point to aim it at a subject not located in the center of the screen.

  • Page 42: Recording A Picture Using Various Effects

    Touch [MANUAL]. appears. Touch to sharpen focus. : To focus on close subjects. : To focus on distant subjects. changes to when the focus cannot be adjusted any further. changes to when the focus cannot be adjusted any closer. 60min STBY 0:00:00 FOCUS:...
  • Page 43 FADER Touch the desired effect, then touch When you touch [OVERLAP], [WIPE] and [DOT FADER], the image on the tape in your camcorder is stored as a still image. (While storing the image, the screen turns to blue.) 60min STBY Press REC START/STOP.

  • Page 44: Using Special Effects - Digital Effect

    [OLD MOVIE] (next) to You can add an old movie-type atmosphere to pictures. Your camcorder automatically records pictures in the letterbox mode for all screen size, sepia in color, and at a slower shutter speed. Slide the POWER switch to select the CAMERA-TAPE mode.

  • Page 45: Overlaying Still Images On Movies On A Tape - Memory Mix

    No adjustment necessary. * It is hard to adjust the focus automatically when you choose this effect. Adjust the focus manually using a tripod to steady the camcorder. Touch appears. To cancel Digital effect Follow steps 2 and 3, then select [OFF] in step b Notes •...
  • Page 46 • You may not be able to play back pictures modified on your computer or recorded with other camcorders on your camcorder. z Tip • The supplied “Picture Package Ver.1.5” CD-ROM contains sample images for use in MEMORY MIX operations.

  • Page 47: Searching For The Starting Point

    EDIT Touch The last scene of the most recent recording is played back for about 5 seconds, and the camcorder enters the standby mode at the point where the last recording has finished. To cancel the operation Touch [CANCEL]. b Notes •...

  • Page 48: Reviewing The Most Recently Recorded Scenes - Rec Review

    Touch once. The last few seconds of the most recently recorded scene are played back. Then, your camcorder is set to the standby mode. b Note • For DCR-TRV480: The Rec review function does not work for the tapes recorded on other devices in the Hi8 8 mm system.

  • Page 49: Playback

    Playback Viewing movies recorded on a tape Make sure you have a recorded cassette inserted into your camcorder. Some of the operations are possible using the Remote Commander or using the touch panel. When you want to play back recordings on your TV, see page 59.

  • Page 50: Playing Back In Various Modes

    Digital8 For DCR-TRV480: Noise may appear when your camcorder plays back tapes recorded on other devices in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm During playback or playback pause,...

  • Page 51: Viewing Recordings With Added Effects - Digital Effect

    8 mm system. z Tip • You cannot record the pictures edited using special effects on the tape in your camcorder, but you can copy them to a “Memory Stick” (p. 92) or another tape (p. 90). DV Interface. /standard...

  • Page 52: Viewing Recordings On A "Memory Stick

    When you have a lot of pictures, you can list them to search through them easily. Make sure you have a recorded “Memory Stick” inserted into your camcorder. When you want to play back a recorded picture on your TV, see page 59.

  • Page 53: Playing Back In Various Modes From A "Memory Stick

    Indicators displayed during “Memory Stick” playback 60min 1 0 / 10 101–0010 0:00:00 P-MENU A Remaining battery B Picture number/Total number of recorded pictures in the current playback folder C Playback folder D Playing time (movies only) E Previous/next folder icon The following indicators appear when the first or last picture of the current folder is displayed and when there are multiple...

  • Page 54: Playing Back With Ease - Easy Handycam

    Also screen font size increases for , then touch easy viewing. Make sure you have a recorded cassette or a recorded “Memory Stick” inserted into your camcorder. OPEN Press OPEN and open the LCD panel. Slide the POWER switch repeatedly until the PLAY/EDIT lamp lights up.

  • Page 55: Making Full Use Of Easy Handycam Operation

    Play back a picture. When playing back on a tape The following buttons can be operated. (play/pause)/ (fast forward)/ (stop)/ (rewind) You can operate these operations and SLOW on the Remote Commander. When playing back on a “Memory Stick” Touch The following buttons can be operated.

  • Page 56: Various Playback Functions

    Various playback functions You can magnify a small subject in a recording and display it on the screen. You can also display the recorded date and the name of the folder in which the picture is recorded. DISPLAY/BATT INFO Magnifying pictures – Tape playback zoom/Memory playback zoom You can magnify movies recorded on a tape...

  • Page 57: Displaying The Screen Indicators

    z Tip • If you press DISPLAY/BATT INFO during the playback zoom operation, the frame will disappear. Displaying the screen indicators You can choose to display the time code, tape counter, and other information on the screen. Press DISPLAY/BATT INFO. The indicators appear/disappear as you press the button.

  • Page 58: Shutter Speed

    E Shutter speed F Aperture value * Appears only during tape playback b Notes • Camera setting data do not appear when movies on a “Memory Stick” are played back. • For DCR-TRV480: The data code function does not work with tapes recorded on other devices in the Hi8 8 mm system.

  • Page 59: Playing The Picture On A Tv

    Signal flow A/V connecting cable (supplied) When your TV is connected to a VCR Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR using the A/V connecting cable. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE. When your TV is monaural (When your...

  • Page 60: Locating A Scene On A Tape For Playback

    Locating a scene on a tape for playback Searching quickly for a desired scene – Zero set memory m REW PLAY STOP DISPLAY ZERO SET MEMORY During playback, press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander at the point you want to locate later on.
  • Page 61 Press STOP on the Remote Commander. b Notes • If one day’s recording is less than 2 minutes, your camcorder may not accurately find the point where the recording date changes. • The Date search will not function correctly when there is a blank section between recorded sections on the tape.

  • Page 62: Using The Menu

    You can also touch the item directly to select it. You can scroll and see all items. The available items vary depending on the POWER switch power mode of your camcorder. Unavailable items will be grayed out. 60min REMOTE CTRL: ON Select the desired setting.
  • Page 63 To use the short-cuts of the Personal Menu The available items vary depending on the power mode of your camcorder. Unavailable items will be grayed out. You can customize the short-cuts (p. 86). Touch Touch the desired item. Select the desired setting, then touch z Tips •...

  • Page 64: Using The (Camera Set) Menu

    ** (sunset & moon) LANDSCAPE** (landscape) ( * Your camcorder is adjusted to focus only on subjects in the middle to far distance. Using the Menu setting is selected. The settings you can adjust vary depending on the power mode of your camcorder.
  • Page 65 **Your camcorder is adjusted to focus only on distant subjects. SPOT METER See page 38 for details. EXPOSURE See page 38 for details. AUTO SHUTTER SPOT FOCUS See page 41 for details. FOCUS See page 41 for details. SUPER NSPLUS See page 39 for details.
  • Page 66 You can record a 16:9 wide picture on the tape to watch on a 16:9 wide-screen TV ([16:9 WIDE] mode). When you connect your camcorder to a TV compatible with the ID-1/ID-2 system and play the tape, the TV switches to full mode automatically.
  • Page 67 * Picture appears in full screen when the wide-screen TV switches to full mode. **Played in 4:3 mode. When you play a picture in the wide mode, it appears as you have seen on the LCD screen. GOFF ON ( Tips •...

  • Page 68: Using The (Memory Set) Menu

    Using the Menu indicators in parentheses appear when the setting is selected. The settings you can adjust vary depending on the power mode of your camcorder. The screen shows the items you can currently operate. Unavailable items will be grayed out. 60min...
  • Page 69 ALL ERASE You can delete all the pictures on a “Memory Stick” that are not write-protected. To delete pictures one by one, see page 101. Select [ALL FILES] or [CURRNT FOLDER]. ALL FILES CURRNT FOLDER Select to delete all the images in the selected playback folder. [YES] Touch To cancel deletion of all pictures, select [NO].
  • Page 70 Touch Notes • You cannot delete the created folders using your camcorder. You will have to format the “Memory Stick” (p. 69), or delete them using your computer. • The number of pictures that can be recorded on a “Memory Stick” decreases as the number of folders increases on the “Memory Stick.”...

  • Page 71: Rec/Interval Rec, Etc

    PASTEL indicators in parentheses appear when the setting is selected. The settings you can adjust vary depending on the power mode of your camcorder. The screen shows the items you can currently operate. Unavailable items will be grayed out. 60min PICT.

  • Page 72: Memory Mix

    Touch [ON] or [OFF], then GON ( Touch [END]. Touch [START]. Your camcorder plays back the images recorded on the “Memory Stick” in sequence. To cancel the slide show, touch [END]. To pause, touch [PAUSE]. Using the Menu Select to record picture appearing mosaic- patterned.
  • Page 73 • If movies are played in the slide show, you can adjust the volume by touching (decrease)/ FRAME REC You can record pictures with a stop-motion animated effect by alternately frame recording and then moving the subject a little. Operate your camcorder using the Remote Commander to prevent camera shake. GOFF ON ( Notes •...
  • Page 74 • You can silence the beeps during recording (p. 84). INT. REC-STL This function is useful to observe the movement of clouds or the changes of daylight. Your camcorder will shoot a still image at a selected interval and record it on a “Memory Stick.” a: Shooting time...

  • Page 75: Demo Mode

    – When a cassette or “Memory Stick” is inserted. – When a mode other than CAMERA-TAPE is selected. • If [A.SHUT OFF] is set to [5 min] when the camcorder is used on the battery pack, the power will be turned off after approximately 5 minutes (p. 84).
  • Page 76 See page 91, 92 for details. BURN DVD When your camcorder is connected to a Sony VAIO series personal computer, you can easily burn the picture recorded on the tape on a DVD (Direct Access to “Click to DVD”) using this command. See “Creating a DVD (Direct Access to “Click to DVD”)”...
  • Page 77 Select a desired title from the displayed titles (2 original titles that you have created before and the preset titles that have been stored in your camcorder). You can create original titles (up to 2 types of title of within 20 characters each) in the following procedure.
  • Page 78 Touch Notes • When you are using your camcorder on the battery pack and do not operate it for 5 minutes, the power automatically goes off as the default setting. If you may take 5 minutes or longer to enter characters, set [A.SHUT OFF] on the [NEVER] (p.

  • Page 79: (Pict. Appli.) Menu

    Select to record in the SP (Standard Play) mode on a cassette. Select to increase the recording time to 1.5 times the SP mode (Long Play). The use of Sony cassette is recommended to get the most out of your camcorder.
  • Page 80 GSTEREO Notes • You can playback a dual sound track cassette on your camcorder. However, you cannot record a dual sound track on your camcorder. • The setting returns to [STEREO] when you disconnect the power source from your camcorder for more than 5 minutes.

  • Page 81: Audio Mix

    You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen’s backlight. GNORMAL BRIGHT Notes • When you connect your camcorder to outside power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting. • When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is reduced by about 10 percent during recording. LCD COLOR...
  • Page 82 PB MODE For DCR-TRV480: GAUTO Note • The setting returns to [AUTO] when you disconnect the power source from your camcorder or slide the power switch. USB-CAMERA You can connect a USB cable (supplied) to your camcorder, and view the picture displayed on the screen of your camcorder on your computer (USB Streaming).

  • Page 83: Data Code

    USB-PLY/EDT You can connect a USB cable (supplied) to your camcorder, and view the picture on the tape or “Memory Stick” in your camcorder on your computer. For details, refer to “First Step Guide” in the supplied CD-ROM. GSTD-USB PictBridge...
  • Page 84 GLCD PANEL V-OUT/PANEL Note • You cannot input a signal to your camcorder if you press DISPLAY/BATT INFO while [V-OUT/PANEL] is selected. MENU ROTATE You can select the scrolling direction (up or down) of the menu items on the LCD...

  • Page 85: Using The (Time/Langu.) Menu

    You can set the date and time (p. 21). WORLD TIME You can adjust the time difference when using your camcorder abroad. Set the time difference by touching with the time difference. If you set the time difference to 0, the clock returns to the originally set time.

  • Page 86: Customizing Personal Menu

    EDIT/PLAY STANDARD SET TIME/LANGU. Touch to select a menu category, then touch The available items vary depending on the power mode of the camcorder. Only the available items are displayed. 60min 0:00:00 Select the item. PROGRAM AE SPOT METER EXPOSURE...
  • Page 87 Deleting menu – Delete Touch 60min 0:00:00 EXPO– MENU SURE SPOT FADER FOCUS SPOT PRGRAM METER Touch [P-MENU SET UP]. If the desired menu is not displayed on the screen, touch until the menu is displayed. 60min 0:00:00 P–MENU SET UP DELETE SORT RESET...
  • Page 88 Touch the menu item you want to move. 60min 0:00:00 Select new location. EXPO– MENU SURE SPOT FADER FOCUS SPOT PRGRAM METER Touch to move the menu item to the desired place. 60min 0:00:00 Select new location. MENU FADER SPOT SPOT FOCUS METER...

  • Page 89: Dubbing/Editing

    (STANDARD SET) menu is set to [LCD PANEL] (the default setting) (p. 84). • When you are connecting your camcorder to a monaural device, connect the yellow plug of the A/ V connecting cable to the video jack, and the red (right channel) or the white (left channel) plug to the audio jack on the VCR or the TV.

  • Page 90: Dubbing To Another Tape

    When the dubbing is finished, stop your camcorder and the VCR. b Notes • When your camcorder is connected to the VCR via DV Interface, you cannot record the title, indicators and words entered on the index screen of the “Memory Stick.”...

  • Page 91: Recording Pictures From A Vcr Or Tv

    Tips • The indicator appears when you connect your camcorder and other devices via an i.LINK cable. (This indicator may also appear on your TV.) • When recording movies on a “Memory Stick,” you can skip step 4 and press REC START/STOP in step 6.

  • Page 92: Dubbing Pictures From A Tape To A "Memory Stick

    Play the video, or receive the TV program you want to record. The pictures on the VCR or TV appear on the screen of your camcorder. Press PHOTO lightly at the scene you want to record. Check the image and press it fully.

  • Page 93: Dubbing Still Images From A "Memory Stick" To A Tape

    Stick” to a tape You can record still images on a tape. Make sure you have the “Memory Stick” with the images and a tape inserted into your camcorder. /standard 8 mm Slide the POWER switch to select the PLAY/EDIT mode.

  • Page 94: Dubbing Selected Scenes From A Tape

    – a VCR that does not support [IR SETUP] codes – a DVD recorder, a DVD recorder equipped with an HDD, etc • When your camcorder is connected to the VCR via DV Interface, you cannot record the title,...
  • Page 95 “Memory Stick.” Connect your VCR to the camcorder as a recording device (p. 89). You can use either the A/V connecting cable or the i.LINK cable to make the connection. The dubbing procedure is easier with the i.LINK connection.
  • Page 96 When recording fails to start, select another [IR SETUP] code and try again. Dubbing/Editing [IR SETUP] code list The following [IR SETUP] codes are recorded on your camcorder by default. (It is set at “3” as the default setting.) Manufacturing company Sony Admiral (M.
  • Page 97 VCR before using the following procedure. You can adjust the synchronization of your camcorder and the VCR to avoid not recording the starting scene. Remove the cassette from your camcorder. Prepare a pen and paper to take notes.
  • Page 98 Prepare a cassette or a “Memory Stick.” Insert a tape to be played back into the camcorder. When you are recording on a tape, insert a cassette for recording into your VCR. When you are recording on a “Memory Stick,”...
  • Page 99 START TOTAL 0:00:00:12 SCENE Repeat steps 7 to 10 and create programs. Set your VCR to recording pause. Skip this step if your camcorder is connected via an i.LINK cable or recording on a “Memory Stick.” 0:00:00:00 EDIT UNDO 0:00:00:00...
  • Page 100 Touch [START]. START 0:00:00:00 ENGAGE CANCEL EXEC REC PAUSE TOTAL 0:00:00:25 SCENE Touch [EXEC]. A search for the beginning of the first program starts, then the recording starts. [SEARCH] appears during the search and [EDITING] appears during editing. SEARCH –x 1 0:00:00:00 SCENE 1/3 CANCEL...

  • Page 101: Deleting Recorded Pictures

    Deleting recorded pictures You can delete all or selected pictures stored on a “Memory Stick.” Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to select the PLAY/EDIT mode. Touch 60min 2 / 10 101–0001 MEMORY PLAY P-MENU Touch to select a picture you want to delete. Touch DELETE 2 / 10...

  • Page 102: Marking Recorded Images With Specific Information

    Selecting still images for printing – Print mark You can mark images that you want to print out while viewing them on your camcorder. (You cannot specify the number of printouts.) The DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard is used to select images for printing on your camcorder.
  • Page 103 Print mark. disappears from the image. b Note • Do not mark images on your camcorder if the “Memory Stick” already has some images with the Print mark put on other devices. This may change the information of the images with the Print mark put on the other device.

  • Page 104: Printing Recorded Images (Pictbridge Compliant Printer)

    Notes • We cannot guarantee the operation of models that are not PictBridge compatible. • You cannot connect your camcorder to the printer if [USB-PLY/EDT] in the menu settings is not set to [PictBridge]. Follow the instructions shown on the screen.
  • Page 105 • Some printer models may not support the date printing function. Refer to the operating instructions of your printer for details. • We cannot guarantee the printing of images recorded with a device other than your camcorder. Dubbing/Editing...

  • Page 106: Using With Your Computer

    6 of “First Step Guide” on CD-ROM. For “First Step Guide,” see the next section. z Tip • There are 2 ways to connect your camcorder to a computer. – USB cable This method is good for copying video and sound recorded on a tape to the computer, copying files from a “Memory Stick”...

  • Page 107: System Requirements

    This “First Step Guide” describes basic operations, from initial hookup of your camcorder and computer and making settings, to general operation the first time you use the software stored on the CD-ROM (supplied). After installing the CD-ROM, reading “Installing the software and “First Step Guide”...

  • Page 108: Installing The Software And "First Step Guide" On A Computer

    For Macintosh users b Note • When you connect your camcorder to a Macintosh computer using a USB cable, you cannot copy pictures recorded on a tape to the computer. To copy recordings from a tape, connect your camcorder to the computer with an i.LINK cable and use the...
  • Page 109 For Windows 2000/Windows XP Log on as Administrators for installation. Confirm that your camcorder is not connected to the computer. Turn on the computer. Close all applications running on the computer before installing the software. Place the CD-ROM in the disc drive of your computer.
  • Page 110 Click [Install] on the [Ready to Install the Program] screen. The installation of Picture Package starts. Select the language for “First Step Guide” to be installed, then click [Next]. Depending on the computer, this screen may not be displayed. In such a case, skip to step 12.
  • Page 111 If you have any questions about Picture Package Contact information is listed on page 112. Installing on a Macintosh computer Confirm that your camcorder is not connected to the computer. Turn on the computer. Close all applications running on the computer before installing the software.

  • Page 112: Using "First Step Guide

    • Adobe, the Adobe logo, and Adobe Acrobat are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. • Picture Package is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft, Windows and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

  • Page 113: Creating A Dvd (Direct Access To "Click To Dvd")

    “Click to DVD” via an i.LINK cable (optional). The picture is automatically copied and written to a DVD. * Note that you need a Sony VAIO computer equipped with a DVD drive that can be used to write DVDs. You also need the computer with “Click to DVD Ver.1.2”...
  • Page 114 The Direct Access to “Click to DVD” function enables you to copy pictures recorded on a tape to a DVD easily if your camcorder is connected to a computer. Before operating the Direct Access to “Click to DVD” function, follow the steps below to start “Click to DVD Automatic...
  • Page 115 – When normal and wide size pictures are recorded on the same tape. • You cannot operate your camcorder in the following situations: – While playing back a tape – While recording images onto a “Memory Stick”...

  • Page 116: Connecting An Analog Vcr To The Computer Via Your Camcorder - Digital Convert Function

    When connecting to a VCR via the supplied A/V connecting cable Connect the A/V connecting cable to your camcorder. An A/V jack works as an input as well as an output. It switches automatically depending on the operational status. • Software that can record the video signal must be installed on your computer beforehand.
  • Page 117 • When you are using a USB cable or an i.LINK cable to connect your camcorder to a computer, make sure you insert the connector in the correct direction. If you insert the connector forcibly, it may be damaged, and causes a malfunction of your camcorder.

  • Page 118: Troubleshooting

    • The battery pack is discharged, running low, or not attached to the camcorder. cAttach a charged battery pack to the camcorder. (p. 16) cUse the AC Adaptor to connect to the wall outlet. (p. 19) cDisconnect the AC Adaptor from a wall outlet or remove the battery pack, then reconnect it after about 1 minute.

  • Page 119: Cassette Tapes

    If the problem persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be damaged. (p. 16) • The temperature of the environment is too low, or the battery pack has not been charged enough.
  • Page 120 (p. 83) Cause and/or Corrective Actions cSee page 24. • The camcorder is in [DEMO MODE]. (The [DEMO MODE] is automatically displayed when you leave the camcorder for 10 minutes after selecting CAMERA-TAPE without inserting a cassette and “Memory Stick.”) Touch on the LCD screen or insert a cassette or...
  • Page 121 REC or insert a new cassette. (p. 137) cThe tape is stuck to the drum due to moisture condensation. Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour, then re-insert the cassette. (p. 143) •...
  • Page 122 • There is a blank section in the beginning or middle of the tape. This is not a malfunction. cPress LIGHT repeatedly to select cIf the problem persists, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Cause and/or Corrective Actions cIf the tape has reached the end, rewind the tape.

  • Page 123: Memory Stick

    Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (p. 23) • The “Memory Stick” was formatted on a personal computer. cFormat it on your camcorder (Note that all recorded data will be deleted). (p. 69) cRelease the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick.” (p. 138) cThe capacity is full.
  • Page 124 VCR correctly, then check the connection between your camcorder and the VCR. (p. 89) cWhen your camcorder is connected to a DV device that is not a Sony product via an i.LINK cable, select [IR] in step11 of “Step 1: Preparing your camcorder and VCR for operation”...

  • Page 125: Connecting To A Computer

    Macintosh computer using a USB cable, you cannot copy pictures recorded on a tape to the computer. To copy recordings from a tape, connect your camcorder to the computer with an i.LINK cable and use the standard software in the OS.
  • Page 126 [USB-PLY/EDT] to [STD-USB] in the menu. (p. 83) • The computer does not recognize the “Memory Stick” during camcorder operation such as tape playback or editing. cFinish camcorder operation before connecting the camcorder to the computer.
  • Page 127 • [USB Composite Device] in the [Universal Serial Bus Controller] folder For copying and viewing pictures recorded on a “Memory Stick” • [? Sony Handycam] or [? Sony DSC] with a “?” mark in the [Other devices] folder When the [Confirm Device Removal] screen appears, click [OK].
  • Page 128 • [Composite USB Device] in the [Other devices] folder For copying and viewing pictures recorded on a “Memory Stick” • [? Sony Handycam] or [? Sony DSC] with a “?” mark in the [Other devices] folder When the [Confirm Device Removal] screen appears, click [OK].
  • Page 129 • [USB Device] in the [Other devices] folder For copying and viewing pictures recorded on a “Memory Stick” • [? Sony Handycam] or [? Sony DSC] with a “?” mark in the [Other devices] folder When the [Confirm Device Removal] screen appears, click [OK].
  • Page 130 Double-click [My Computer]. Double-click the icon for the newly recognized drive [Removable Disk (F:)] (For Windows XP, [Sony Memory Stick]). It may take some time until the drive is recognized. If the computer does not recognize it, the USB driver may be installed incorrectly.
  • Page 131 Symptom “First Step Guide” is not displayed correctly. Cause and/or Corrective Actions cRefer to “First Step Guide” in PDF. For copying the PDF file, see page 112. Troubleshooting...

  • Page 132: Warning Indicators And Messages

    Troubleshooting Cause and/or Corrective Actions Some symptoms can be fixed by yourself. If the problem persists even after you tried a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:04:ss cA battery pack that is not an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is being used.
  • Page 133 Indication (Warning indicator pertaining to “Memory Stick” formatting)* (Warning indicator pertaining to incompatible “Memory Stick”)* Q (Warning indicator pertaining to the tape) Z (Eject cassette warning)* - (Warning indicator pertaining to image deletion)* - (Warning indicator pertaining to the write-protect of the “Memory Stick”) * You hear a melody or beep sound when the warning indicators appear on the screen.

  • Page 134: Warning Messages

    Warning messages If messages appear on the screen, check the following. See the page in parentheses for details. Subjects Indications Battery Use the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. Battery level is low. Old battery. Use a new one. Z Re-attach the power source. % Z Moisture condensation.
  • Page 135 Cannot record still images on Memory Stick. Cannot record Memory Stick movie on a tape. PictBridge Check the connected device. compliant printer Connect the camcorder to a PictBridge compatible printer. Check the printer. Error-Cancel the task. Cannot print. Check the printer.

  • Page 136: Additional Information

    Power supply You can use your camcorder in any country/ region using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b].

  • Page 137: Usable Cassette Tapes

    Copyright signal When you play back If the cassette you play back on your camcorder contains copyright signals, you cannot copy it to a tape in another video camera connected to your camcorder.

  • Page 138: About The "Memory Stick

    Compensation for damaged image data will not be made. – If you eject the “Memory Stick,” turn the power off on your camcorder, or remove the battery pack for replacement while your camcorder is reading or writing image files on the “Memory Stick”...
  • Page 139 Notes on using the “Memory Stick PRO” • The maximum memory capacity of a “Memory Stick PRO” that can be used on your camcorder is 2 GB (1 GB for a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”). • This unit does not support high speed data transfer.

  • Page 140: About The "Infolithium" Battery Pack

    Additional Information – Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it up, and insert it in your camcorder right before you start taking shots. – Use a large capacity battery pack: NP- FM50/QM71D/QM91D (optional).

  • Page 141: About I.link

    Tips • i.LINK is a more familiar term for the 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 Electronics Engineers.

  • Page 142: Maintenance And Precautions

    Interface, see page 89, 90. This unit can also be connected to other i.LINK (DV Interface) compatible device made by Sony (e.g. a VAIO series personal computer) as well as to video device. Before connecting this unit to your computer,...
  • Page 143 • If the following problem occurs, clean the video heads for 10 seconds with the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (optional). When you play back in the Digital8 – Mosaic-pattern noise appears on the playback picture or the screen is displayed in blue.
  • Page 144 LCD screen • Do not add excessive pressure on the LCD screen, as it may cause damage. • If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction.

  • Page 145: Specification

    POWER switch is set to (CHG) OFF. The pre-installed rechargeable battery is always charged while you are using your camcorder but it will get discharged gradually if you do not use your camcorder. The rechargeable battery will be fully discharged in about 3 months if you do not use your camcorder at all.
  • Page 146 Focal length 2.5 - 50 mm (1/8 - 2 in.) When converted to a 35 mm still camera In CAMERA-TAPE: 42 - 840 mm (1 11/16 - 33 1/8 in.) In CAMERA-MEMORY: 42 - 840 mm (1 11/16 - 33 1/8 in.) Color temperature Auto Minimum illumination...
  • Page 147 Rechargeable battery pack (NP-FM30) Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 5.0 Wh (700 mAh) Dimensions (approx.) 38.2 × 20.5 × 55.6 mm (1 9/16 × 13/16 × 2 1/4 in.) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 65 g (2.3 oz) Operating temperature 0°...

  • Page 148: Quick Reference

    Quick Reference N Battery pack (p. 16) O “Memory Stick” slot (p. 23) P BACK LIGHT button (p. 37) The BACK LIGHT button is not available during Easy Handycam operation. (z mark on the camcorder) To attach the lens cap...
  • Page 149 G Grip belt (p. 4) H REC START/STOP button (p. 26) I DC IN jack (p. 16) To attach the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap supplied with your camcorder to the hooks for the shoulder strap. Quick Reference ,continued...
  • Page 150 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. Quick Reference F Lens G Built-in light (p. 29) H Remote sensor/Infrared ray emitter (p.

  • Page 151: Remote Commander

    Playback, Fast-forward, Pause, Stop, Slow) (p. 50) F ZERO SET MEMORY button* (p. 60) G Transmitter After turning on your camcorder, point towards the remote sensor to control your camcorder. H REC START/STOP button (p. 31) I Power zoom button (p. 29) J DISPLAY button (p.
  • Page 152 (optional). • When you are operating with the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder, your VCR may also operate. In that case, select a commander mode other than VTR 2 for your VCR, or cover the sensor of your VCR with black paper.

  • Page 153: Indicators For The Lcd Screen And Viewfinder

    Indicators for the LCD screen and viewfinder Following indicators will appear on the LCD screen and viewfinder to indicate the state of your camcorder. Indicators vary depending on your camcorder model. Example: Indicators in the CAMERA-TAPE mode Time code (p. 27)/Tape counter (p. 27)/ Self-diagnosis (p.

  • Page 154: Index

    Index Numeric 16:9 WIDE mode ... 66 A/V connecting cable... 59, 89 AC Adaptor ... 16 Adjusting the viewfinder... 20 AUDIO MIX ... 81 AUDIO MODE ... 79 Auto shut off function (A.SHUT OFF)... 84 AUTO SHUTTER... 65 BACK LIGHT (camera)... 37 Battery Battery Info...
  • Page 155 LCD brightness (LCD BRIGHT) ...20 LCD COLOR ...81 LCD screen ...4 LCD SET ...81 LP (Long Play) See Recording mode (REC MODE) Luminance key (LUMI. KEY)...44 Macintosh...108, 111 Main sound See MULTI-SOUND Manual focus...41 Memory Chroma key (MTCAM CHROMA) ...45 Memory Luminance key (MTCAM LUMI.) ...45 MEMORY MIX...45...
  • Page 156 Video head ... 143 Viewfinder... 20 Volume (VOLUME) ... 49, 52 Warning indicators ... 132 Warning messages... 132 WHITE FADER... 42 Wide angle See Zoom Windows ... 107, 108 WIPE ... 43 WORLD TIME ... 85 Write-protect tab ... 137, 138 Zero set memory ...

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