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Sony Handycam Vision DCR-TRV9E Operating Instructions Manual

Sony Handycam Vision DCR-TRV9E Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
Инструкция по эксплуатации
Просим Вас внимательно ознакомиться с настоящей
инструкцией перед началом пользования аппаратом и
сохранять ее для справок в дальнейшем.
DCR-TRV9E
©1998 by Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Инструкция по эксплуатации Просим Вас внимательно ознакомиться с настоящей инструкцией перед началом пользования аппаратом и сохранять ее для справок в дальнейшем. DCR-TRV9E ©1998 by Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 English Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam Vision camcorder. With your Handycam Vision you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam Vision is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Before you begin Using this manual 4 Checking supplied accessories 6 Getting started Charging and installing the battery pack 7 Inserting a cassette 12 Basic operations Camera recording 13 Using the zoom feature 16 Selecting the start/stop mode 18 Shooting with the LCD screen 19 Letting the subject monitor the shot 21 Hints for better shooting 23...

  • Page 4: Before You Begin Using This Manual

    Before you begin Using this manual As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the camcorder are shown in capital letters. e.g., Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. As indicated with in the illustrations, you can hear the beep sound to confirm your operation. Note on Cassette Memory This camcorder is based on the DV format.

  • Page 5: Precautions On Camcorder Care

    Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care •The LCD screen and/or the colour viewfinder are manufactured using high-precision technology. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue or green in colour) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and/or in the viewfinder.

  • Page 6: Checking Supplied Accessories

    Checking supplied accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 125) 2 NP-F330 battery pack (1) (p. 7) 3 AC-V316 AC power adaptor (1) (p. 7, 30) The shape of the plug varies from region to region.

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Getting started Charging and installing the battery pack Before using your camcorder, you first need to charge and install the battery pack. To charge the battery pack, use the supplied AC power adaptor. Charging the battery pack Charge the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration.
  • Page 8 Charging and installing the battery pack Charging time p a c k e r y B a t t t i m e NP-F330 (supplied) NP-F530 NP-F550 NP-F730 NP-F750 NP-F930 NP-F950 The time required for a normal charge is indicated in parentheses. * Approximate minutes to charge an empty battery pack using the supplied AC power adaptor.
  • Page 9 Charging and installing the battery pack While using with LCD Battery Continuous Typical pack recording recording t i m e t i m e * * * NP-F330 60 (55) 30 (30) (supplied) NP-F530 100 (85) 55 (45) NP-F550 125 (110) 70 (60) NP-F730 215 (195)

  • Page 10: Installing The Battery Pack

    Charging and installing the battery pack To remove the battery pack Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow. Notes on charging the battery pack •The CHARGE lamp will remain lit for a while even if the battery pack is removed and the mains lead is unplugged after charging the battery pack.
  • Page 11 Charging and installing the battery pack Note on installing the NP-F730/F750 battery pack Use the camcoder while stretching out the viewfinder. Be careful not to catch your finger in when you fold the viewfinder back to the original position. Note on installing the NP-F930/F950 battery pack [a] Use the camcorder while lifting up the viewfinder.

  • Page 12: Inserting A Cassette

    Inserting a cassette You can use mini DV cassette with only. Make sure that the power source is installed. (1) Slide EJECT in the direction of the arrow. The cassette lid opens, then the cassette compartment opens automatically. (2) Insert a cassette with the window facing out into the cassette compartment.

  • Page 13: Basic Operations Camera Recording

    Basic operations Camer a recording Make sure that the power source is installed and a cassette is inserted and that the START/STOP MODE switch inside the LCD panel is set to Before you record one-time events, you may want to make a trial recording to make sure that the camcorder is working correctly.
  • Page 14 Camera recording To stop recording momentarily [a] Press START/STOP. The “STBY” indicator appears in the viewfinder (Standby mode) . To finish recording [b] Press START/STOP again to stop recording. Set the POWER switch to OFF. Then, eject the cassette and remove the battery pack. POWER When you use mini DV cassette with cassette memory...
  • Page 15 •When you record in LP mode, we recommend you to use a Sony Excellence/Master mini DV cassette so that you can get the most out of your camcorder. •You cannot make audio dubbing on a tape recorded in LP mode.

  • Page 16: Using The Zoom Feature

    Camera recording Note on remaining tape indicator The indicator may not be displayed accurately depending on the tape. Though the indicator does not appear at the time of recording, it will appear in a few seconds. Using the zoom feature Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the scene.
  • Page 17 Camera recording Notes on digital zoom •More than 15x zoom is performed digitally, and the picture quality deteriorates as you go toward the “T” side. If you do not want to use the digital zoom, set the D ZOOM function to OFF in the menu system.

  • Page 18: Selecting The Start/Stop Mode

    Camera recording Selecting the start/stop mode Your camcorder has two modes besides normal start/stop mode. These modes enable you to take a series of quick shots resulting in a lively video. (1) Slide OPEN in the direction of the arrow and open the LCD panel.

  • Page 19: Shooting With The Lcd Screen

    Camera recording To extend the recording time in 5SEC mode Press START/STOP again before all the dots disappear. Recording continues for about 5 seconds from the moment you press START/ STOP. Note on 5SEC recording If you have turned off the indicators on the LCD screen, the dots do not appear.
  • Page 20 Camera recording Notes on the LCD panel •When closing the LCD panel, turn it vertically until it clicks [a]. •When turning the LCD panel, turn it always vertically; otherwise, the camcorder body may be damaged or the LCD panel may not close properly [b].

  • Page 21: Letting The Subject Monitor The Shot

    Camera recording Letting the subject monitor the shot You can turn the LCD panel over so that it faces the other way and you can let the subject monitor the shot while shooting with the viewfinder. Turn the LCD panel up vertically. When you turn the LCD panel 180 degrees, the appears on the LCD screen (mirror mode) and the time code and remaining tape indicators...
  • Page 22 Camera recording Notes on mirror mode •When you turn the LCD panel about 90 degrees to 180 degrees, the camcorder enters mirror mode. •Using the mirror mode, you can record yourself while watching yourself on the LCD. •The picture on the LCD looks like a mirror- image while recording in mirror mode.

  • Page 23: Hints For Better Shooting

    Hints for better shooting For hand-held shots, you will get better results by holding the camcorder according to the following suggestions: •Hold the camcorder firmly and secure it with the grip strap so that you can easily manipulate the controls with your thumb. [a] •Place your elbows against your side.
  • Page 24 If you have a tripod for a still camera, you can also use it with the camcorder. When attaching a non-Sony tripod, make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 6.5 mm. Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage the camcorder.

  • Page 25: Checking The Recorded Picture

    Checking the recorded pict u re Using the EDITSEARCH, you can review the last recorded scene or check the recorded picture on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (1)While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to CAMERA. (2)Press the –...

  • Page 26: Playing Back A Tape

    Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (1) Insert the recorded tape with the window facing out. (2) Slide OPEN in the direction of the arrow and open the LCD panel. (3) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to VTR.

  • Page 27: Various Playback Modes

    Playing back a tape To display the LCD screen/viewfinder screen indicators Press DISPLAY. To erase the indicators, press again. Notes on screen indicators •The screen indicator disappears when the title is displayed. •When you play back a tape using a “InfoLITHIUM”...
  • Page 28 Playing back a tape To view the picture at 1/3 speed (slow playback) Press & on the Remote Commander during playback. For slow playback in reverse direction, press <, then press &. To resume normal playback, press ·. To view the picture at double speed For double speed playback in the reverse direction, press <, then press 2 on the Remote Commander during playback.

  • Page 29: Searching For The End Of The Picture

    Searching f o r the end of the pict ure You can go to the end of the recorded portion after you record and play back the tape. The tape starts rewinding or fast-forwarding and the last about 5 seconds of the recorded portion plays back.

  • Page 30: Advanced Operations Using Alternative Power Sources

    (supplied), NP-F530, NP-F550, NP-F730, NP-F750, NP-F930, NP-F950 In the car 12 V or Sony DC adaptor/charger 24 V car DC-V700 battery Note on power sources Disconnecting the power source or removing the battery pack during recording or playback may damage the inserted tape.

  • Page 31: Using A Car Battery

    Using a car battery Use a DC adaptor/charger such as Sony DC- V700 (not supplied). Connect the car battery cord to the cigarette lighter socket of a car (12 V or 24 V).

  • Page 32: Changing The Mode Settings

    Changing the mode settings You can change the mode settings in the menu system to further enjoy the features and functions of the camcorder. (1) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen. (2) Turn the CONTROL dial to select the desired item, then press the CONTROL dial.

  • Page 33: Selecting The Mode Setting Of Each Item

    Changing the mode settings Selecting the mode setting of each item Items for both CAMERA and VTR modes COMMANDER* <ON/OFF> •Select ON when using the supplied Remote Commander for the camcorder. •Select OFF when not using the Remote Commander. REC MODE <SP/LP> •Select SP when recording in SP (standard play) mode.
  • Page 34 •Select V-OUT/LCD to display indicator both on the LCD panel and TV screen. AUTO TV ON <ON/OFF> You can use this feature only with Sony TVs. •Select ON to turn on the TV automatically when using the LASER LINK function.
  • Page 35 Changing the mode settings DEMO MODE <STBY/ON or OFF> •Select STBY/ON to glance over the function of camcorder. •Select OFF not to display demonstration. Notes on DEMO MODE • DEMO MODE is set to STBY (Standby)/ ON at the factory and the demonstration starts about 10 minutes after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA without inserting a cassette.
  • Page 36 Changing the mode settings AUDIO MIX* Select this item and adjust the balance between the stereo 1 and stereo 2 by turning the CONTROL dial. CM SEARCH <ON/OFF> •Select ON to search using cassette memory. •Select OFF to search without using cassette memory.

  • Page 37: Shooting With Backlighting

    Shooting with backlighting When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the BACK LIGHT function. Press BACK LIGHT. The c indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. [a] Subject is too dark because of backlight.

  • Page 38: Using The Fader Function

    Using the F ADER function You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. When fading in, the picture gradually fades in from black while the sound increases. When fading out, the picture gradually fades to black while the sound decreases.

  • Page 39: Using The Fader Function

    Using the FADER function To cancel the fader function Before pressing START/STOP, press FADER until the fade indicator disappears. You cannot use the fader function in the following situations – The START/STOP MODE switch is set ANTI GROUND SHOOTING or 5SEC. –...

  • Page 40: Shooting In The Dark (Nightshot)

    Shooting in the dark (NightShot) The NightShot function enables you to shoot a subject in a dark place. You can achieve a satisfactory recording of the ecology of nocturnal animals for observation with this function. This function may record picture nearly in monochrome.

  • Page 41: Photo Recording

    Photo recording You can record a still picture like a photograph for about seven seconds. This photo recording is useful when you want to enjoy a picture such as a photograph or when you print a picture using a video printer (not supplied). You can record about 510 pictures on a 60-minute tape in SP mode.

  • Page 42: Printing The Still Picture

    Photo recording Note on the still picture When the still picture recorded on this camcorder is played back on another VCR, the picture may be blurred. This is not a malfunction. When you press PHOTO while recording a photo The picture on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder whenever you press PHOTO will be recorded.

  • Page 43: Using The Wide Mode Function

    Using the wide mode function You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE). The picture with black bands at the top and the bottom on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder [a] is normal. The picture on a normal TV [b] is horizontally compressed.

  • Page 44: Using The Program Ae Function

    Using the PROGRAM AE function You can select from six PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shooting situation. When you use PROGRAM AE, you can get a portrait effect (the subject is in focus and the background is out of focus), capture high-speed action, record night views, etc.
  • Page 45 Using the PROGRAM AE function Notes on focus setting •In the Spotlight, Sports lesson and Beach & Ski modes, you cannot take close-ups because the camcorder is set to focus only on subjects in the middle to far distance. •In the Sunset & Moon and Landscape modes, the camcorder is set to focus only on distant subjects.

  • Page 46: Focusing Manually

    Focusing manually When to use manual focus In the following cases you should obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually. •Insufficient light [a] •Subjects with little contrast — walls, sky, etc. •Too much brightness behind the subject [c] •Horizontal stripes [d] •Subjects through frosted glass •Subjects beyond nets, etc.
  • Page 47 Focusing manually Focusing manually When focusing manually, first focus in telephoto before recording, and then reset the shot length. (1) Slide FOCUS down to MANUAL. The f indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (2) Turn the focus ring to focus on the subject. To focus in infinity Slide FOCUS to INFINITY.

  • Page 48: Enjoying Picture Effect

    Enjoying pict u re effect Selecting picture effect You can make pictures like those of television with the Picture Effect function. PASTEL [a] The picture is in pastel tones. NEG. ART [b] The colour of the picture is reversed. SEPIA The picture is sepia.
  • Page 49 Enjoying picture effect Using picture effect function (1) While in Standby mode, press PICTURE EFFECT. (2) Turn the CONTROL dial to select the desired picture effect mode. PICTURE EFFECT To return to normal mode Press PICTURE EFFECT so that the indicator disappears.

  • Page 50: Adjusting The Exposure

    Adjusting the exposure When to adjust the exposure Adjust the exposure manually under the following cases. •The background is too bright (back lighting) •Insufficient light: most of the picture is dark •Bright subject and dark background •To record the darkness faithfully Adjusting the exposure (1)Press EXPOSURE.

  • Page 51: Superimposing A Title

    Adjusting the exposure To return to automatic exposure mode Press EXPOSURE to turn off the exposure indicator. Notes •The CONTROL dial does not have a stop position. •If you press PROGRAM AE, the exposure comes back to automatic adjustment again. •When you adjust the exposure manually, you cannot use the BACK LIGHT function.
  • Page 52 Superimposing a title Superimposing titles (1) Press TITLE to display the titles on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (2) Turn the CONTROL dial to select the title, then press the CONTROL dial. (3) Turn the CONTROL dial to select the colour, size, or position, then press the CONTROL dial.
  • Page 53 Superimposing a title While you are playing back, pausing, or recording After step 6, “SAVE” appears on the screen for 5 seconds and the title is set. While in Standby mode After step 6, the “TITLE” indicator appears. And when you press START/STOP to start recording, “SAVE”...
  • Page 54 Superimposing a title Notes on titles •While the title is displayed, the picture does not fade in or out. •You cannot superimpose a title to a blank portion of the tape. •The titles you superimposed are displayed by only using the DV format video equipment with index titler function.

  • Page 55: Erasing A Title

    Superimposing a title Erasing a title (1) Press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the CONTROL dial to select TITLEERASE, then press the CONTROL dial. (3) Turn the CONTROL dial to select the title you want to erase, then press the CONTROL dial. (4) Make sure the title is the one you want to erase, then press the CONTROL dial again.

  • Page 56: Making A Custom Title

    Making a custom title If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can make one title of up to 20 characters and store it in memory. (1) Press TITLE to display the titles on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (2) Turn the CONTROL dial to select CUSTOM TITLE, then press the CONTROL dial.
  • Page 57 Making a custom title TITLE TITLE HELLO HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS! OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING VACATION TITLE : END CONTROL CONTROL CUSTOM TITLE MUSIC––––––––––––––– AB CD E 1 2 3 4 5 F GH I J 6 7 8 9 0 K L MNO ’...

  • Page 58: Labeling A Cassette

    Making a custom title If it takes more than 5 minutes to make a title If the Standby mode lasts for more than 5 minutes with a cassette inserted, the power will be turned off automatically. If the power is turned off while you are making a title, set the POWER switch to OFF once, then to CAMERA.
  • Page 59 Labeling a cassette POWER MENU CONTROL CONTROL MENU TAPE TITLE MUSIC––––––––––––––– AB CD E 1 2 3 4 5 F GH I J 6 7 8 9 0 K L MNO ’ , . / - PQR S T UVWXY Z&...
  • Page 60 Labeling a cassette If the mark appears in step 4 The cassette memory is full. If you erase the title in the cassette, you can label it. If you have superimposed titles in the cassette When the label is displayed, up to 4 titles also appear.

  • Page 61: Releasing The Steadyshot Function

    Releasing the STEADYSHOT function When you shoot, the indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. This indicates that the SteadyShot function is working and the camcorder compensates for camera-shake. You can release the SteadyShot function when you do not need to use the SteadyShot function. Do not use the SteadyShot function when shooting a stationary object with a tripod.
  • Page 62 Releasing the STEADYSHOT function To activate the SteadyShot function again Select ON in step 3, then press the CONTROL dial. Notes on the SteadyShot function •The SteadyShot function will not correct excessive camera-shake. •When you switch the SteadyShot function on or off, the exposure may fluctuate.

  • Page 63: Watching On A Tv Screen

    Watching on a TV screen Connect the camcorder to your VCR or TV to watch the playback picture on the TV screen. When monitoring the playback picture by connecting the camcorder to your TV, we recommend you to use mains for the power source.

  • Page 64: Laser Link

    LASER LINK is a system which transmits and receives a picture and sound between video equipment having the mark by using infrared rays. LASER LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation. To play back on a TV (1) Set the POWER switch on the camcorder to VTR.
  • Page 65 Watching on a TV screen If you use a Sony TV •You can turn on the TV automatically when you press LASER LINK or ·. To do so, set AUTO TV ON to ON in the menu system and turn the TV’s main switch on , then do either of the following;...

  • Page 66: Searching The Boundaries Of Recorded Tape With Date – Date Search

    Searching the boundaries of recorded tape with date – date search You can search for the boundaries of recorded tape with date – Date Search function. To search the beginning of the specific date and play back from the point, there are two ways: •Using cassette memory, you can select the date displayed on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.

  • Page 67: Searching The Boundaries Of Recorded Tape With Date

    Searching the boundaries of recorded tape with date – date search DATE SEARCH 1/ 4/98 2/ 7/98 17:00 4/10/98 11:00 DATE SEARCH 1/ 4/98 2/ 7/98 17:00 4/10/98 11:00 To stop searching Press p. Notes •The interval of the boundaries between the dates needs more than two minutes.

  • Page 68: Searching For The Date Without Using Cassette Memory

    Searching the boundaries of recorded tape with date – date search Searching for the date without using cassette memory You can use this function whether the tape has cassette memory or not. (1) Set the POWER switch to VTR. (2) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen.

  • Page 69: Searching The Boundaries Of Recorded Tape With Title – Title Search

    Searching the boundaries of recorded tape with date – date search DATE SEARCH To stop searching Press p. Searching the boundaries of recorded tape with title – title search You can search for the boundaries of recorded tape with title – Title Search function. If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can select the title displayed on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.

  • Page 70: Title Search

    Searching the boundaries of recorded tape with title – title search Searching for the title by using cassette memory You can use this function only when playing back a tape with cassette memory (p.88). (1) Set the POWER switch to VTR. (2) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen.

  • Page 71: Searching For A Photo - Photo Search/Photo Scan

    Searching the boundaries of recorded tape with title – title search To stop searching Press p. Notes •You cannot superimpose or search a title, if you use a cassette tape without cassette memory. •The camcorder may not search, if a tape has a blank portion in the beginning or between the recorded portions.
  • Page 72 Searching for a photo – photo search/photo scan Searching for a photo by using cassette memory – photo search You can use this function only when playing back a tape with cassette memory (p.88). (1) Set the POWER switch to VTR. (2) Press MENU to display the menu.
  • Page 73 Searching for a photo – photo search/photo scan To stop searching Press p. Note When you play back a tape which has a blank portion in the beginning or between the recorded portions, the Photo Search function will not work correctly.
  • Page 74 Searching for a photo – photo search/photo scan Searching for a photo without using cassette memory – photo search You can use this function whether the tape has cassette memory or not. (1) Set the POWER switch to VTR. (2) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen.
  • Page 75 Searching for a photo – photo search/photo scan Scanning photo – photo scan You can use this function whether the tape has cassette memory or not. (1) Set the POWER switch to VTR. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the photo scan indicator displayed on the LCD screen.

  • Page 76: Returning To A Pre-Registered Position

    Returning to a pre- registered position Using the Remote Commander, you can easily go back to the desired point on a tape after playback. (1) During playback, press ZERO SET MEMORY at the point you later want to locate. The counter shows “0:00:00”...

  • Page 77: Displaying Recording Data - Data Code Function

    Displaying recording data – data code function You can display recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder during playback (Data Code). The Data Code is also displayed on the TV. Press DATA CODE during playback. To select the items to be displayed Set DATA CODE in the menu system, and select the following items:...

  • Page 78: Editing Onto Another Tape

    Editing onto another tape You can create your own video programme by editing with any other DV, h 8 mm, H Hi8, j VHS, k S-VHS, VHSC, K S-VHSC or l Betamax VCR that has audio/video inputs. You can edit with little deterioration of picture and sound quality when using the DV connecting cable.
  • Page 79 Editing onto another tape Notes on editing when using the DV connecting cable •You can connect one VCR only. •You can record picture, sound and system data at the same time on the DV products by using the DV connecting cable only. •You cannot edit the titles, display indicator or the contents of cassette memory.

  • Page 80: Starting Editing

    Editing onto another tape Notes on editing when using the A/V connecting cable •Press DATA CODE , SEARCH MODE, or DISPLAY to turn off the display indicators. Otherwise, the indicators will be recorded on the tape. •If your TV or VCR is a monaural type, connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable for video to the TV or VCR.

  • Page 81: Recording From A Vcr Or Tv

    Recording from a VCR or TV You can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has audio/video outputs. Connect the camcorder to the VCR or (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to VTR and set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu system.

  • Page 82: Recording From A Vcr Or Tv

    Recording from a VCR or TV If your TV or VCR is a monaural type, connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable for video to the TV or VCR. Connect only the white or red plug for audio to the TV or VCR. If you connect the white plug, the sound is L (left) signal.

  • Page 83: Replacing Recording On A Tape - Insert Editing

    Replacing recording on a tape – insert editing You can insert a new scene from a VCR onto your originally recorded tape by specifying starting and ending points. After inserting editing, the previous picture and sound will be erased. Connection is the same as on page 78 or 81. In recording and recording pause mode, DV IN/ OUT jack automatically works as input jack.

  • Page 84: Audio Dubbing

    Audio dubbing You can record an audio sound to add to the original sound on a tape by connecting audio equipment or a microphone. If you connect the audio equipment, you can add a sound on your recorded tape by specifying starting and ending points.
  • Page 85 Audio dubbing Connecting with the MIC jack (PLUG IN POWER) Ç : Signal flow/П е р е д а ч а с и г н а л а Note You can check the recorded picture and sound connecting the AUDIO/VIDEO jack to a TV. The recorded sound is not output from a speaker.

  • Page 86: Adding An Audio Sound On A Recorded Tape

    Audio dubbing Notes on audio dubbing •A new sound cannot be recorded on a tape already recorded in the 16-bit mode (32 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz). •When an external microphone is not connected, the recording will be made through the built-in microphone of the camcorder.
  • Page 87 Audio dubbing To play back the new recorded sound Adjust the balance between the original sound (ST1) and the new sound (ST2) by selecting AUDIO MIX in menu system. Five minutes after when you disconnect the power source or remove the battery pack, the settings of AUDIO MIX return to the original sound (ST1) only.
  • Page 88 Tapes with cassette memory have (Cassette Memory) mark. Sony recommends that you use a tape having mark to enjoy this camcorder fully. Имеется два типа кассет mini DV: с памятью...
  • Page 89 signals for copyright protection of software. “COPY INHIBIT” appears on the LCD screen, in the viewfinder or on the TV screen if you try to record such software. Audio mode 12-bit mode: The original sound can be recorded in stereo 1, and the new sound in stereo 2 in 32 kHz.
  • Page 90 Rewind the tape to the beginning, put the cassette in its case, and store it in an upright position. Slide out to prevent accidental erasure./ Сдвинуть для предотвращения случайного стирания Note on gold-plated connector If the gold-plated connector of mini DV cassettes is dirty or dusty, you may not operate the function using cassette memory.
  • Page 91 charge the battery if the battery is discharged. The following are charging methods: •Connect the camcorder to mains using the supplied AC power adaptor, and leave the camcorder with the POWER switch turned off for more than 24 hours. •Or install the fully charged battery pack in the camcorder, and leave the camcorder with the POWER switch turned off for more than 24 hours.

  • Page 92: Resetting The Date And Time

    (3) Select CLOCK SET, then press the CONTROL dial. (4) Turn the CONTROL dial to adjust the year, and then press the CONTROL dial. (5) Set the month, day, hour and minutes by turning and pressing the CONTROL dial. (6) Press MENU to erase the menu display. POWER MENU CONTROL...

  • Page 94: Tips For Using The Battery Pack

    recording in a cold environment. To save battery power Do not leave the camcorder in Standby mode when not recording to save the battery power. A smooth transition between scenes can be made even if recording is stopped and started again. While you are positioning the subject, selecting an angle, or looking at the LCD screen or through the viewfinder, the lens moves automatically and...
  • Page 95 When the remaining battery indicator reaches the lowest point, the i indicator appears and starts flashing on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. When the i indicator on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder changes from slow flashing to rapid flashing while you are recording, set the POWER switch to OFF on the camcorder and replace the battery pack.
  • Page 96 The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium battery pack which can exchange data with compatible video equipment about its battery consumption. Sony recommends that you use the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack with video equipment having the mark. When you use this battery pack with video...
  • Page 97 Even if 5 to 10 minutes is indicated as the battery remaining time on the LCD or viewfinder, the i indicator may also flash under some conditions. To obtain more accurate remaining battery indication Set the camcorder to recording standby mode and point towards a stationary object.
  • Page 98 the remaining battery time is not same as the continuous recording time in the operating instruction. Full charge: Charging for about 1 hour after the charge lamp of the AC power adaptor goes off. Normal charge: Charging just until the charge lamp of the AC power adaptor goes off.
  • Page 99 •Keep the battery pack away from fire. •Keep the battery pack dry. •Do not open nor try to disassemble the battery pack. •Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock. Обязательно соблюдайте следующее • Храните батарейный блок подальше от огня.

  • Page 100: Maintenance Information And Precautions

    If there is moisture inside the camcorder, the beep sounds and the { indicator flashes. If this happens, none of the function except cassette ejection will work. Open the cassette compartment, turn off the camcorder, and leave it about 1 hour. When 6 indicator flashes at the same time, the cassette is inserted in the camcorder.
  • Page 101 If [a] or [b] happens, clean the video heads with the Sony DVM12CL cleaning cassette (not supplied). Check the picture and if the above problem persists, repeat the cleaning. (Do not repeat cleaning more than 5 times in one session.)
  • Page 102 •Do not wrap up the camcorder and operate it since heat may build up internally. •Keep the camcorder away from strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration. On handling tapes •Do not insert anything in the small holes on the cassette. •Do not open the tape protect cover or touch the tape.
  • Page 103 •Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged. •Do not bend the AC power cord forcibly, or put a heavy object on it. This will damage the cord and may cause a fire or an electrical shock. •Be sure that nothing metallic comes into contact with the metal parts of the connecting plate.
  • Page 104 •If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a doctor. If any difficulty should arise, unplug the unit and contact your nearest Sony dealer. •Не используйте батарейку, которая протекла. б а т а р е е к...

  • Page 105: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    camcorder. If you want to view the playback picture on a TV, it must be a PAL system-based Check the following list. PAL system Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Great Britain, Holland, Hong Kong, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, etc.

  • Page 106: Trouble Check

    English Trouble check If you run into any problem using the camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. Should the difficulty persist, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Camcorder...
  • Page 107 Trouble check Operation S y m p t o m o n s a c t i The tape does not move when a tape transport button is pressed. No sound or only a low sound is heard when playing back a tape. The new sound added to the recorded tape is not heard.
  • Page 108 The camcorder is not malfunctioning. m Change locations. • The video heads may be dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony DVM12CL (not supplied) cleaning cassette. (p. 101) • The video heads may be dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony DVM12CL (not supplied) cleaning cassette.
  • Page 109 Trouble check Others S y m p t o m While editing using the DV connecting cable, recording picture cannot be monitored. The camcorder becomes warm. The supplied Remote Commander does not work. No function works though the power is AC power adaptor S y m p t o m The VTR/CAMERA or CHARGE lamp...
  • Page 110 The problem is with the AC power adaptor. Please contact your nearest Sony dealer in connection with the product with the problem. * If you use a battery pack which you have just bought or which has been left unused for a long time, the CHARGE lamp may flash at the first charging.

  • Page 111: Self-Diagnosis Function

    Five-digit display C:21:ππ C:22:ππ C:31:ππ C:32:ππ E:61:ππ E:62:ππ If you are unable to resolve the problem, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. LCD screen/viewfinder C : 21: 00 40min 40min Self-diagnosis display •C:ππ:ππ You can service the camcorder yourself.

  • Page 112: Проверка Неисправностей

    Если у Вас возникла какая-либо проблема при использовании видеокамеры, воспользуйтесь следующей таблицей для отыскания и устранения проблемы. Если трудности все еще остаются, то отсоедините источник питания и обратитесь к Вашему дилеру Sony или на местное уполномоченное предприятие по обслуживанию Sony.
  • Page 113 Проверка неисправностей Работа Признак Лента не перемещается при нажатии кнопки перемещения ленты. Нет звука или только низкий звук слышен при воспроизведении ленты. Новый звук, наложенный на ленту, не прослушивается. Не активизируется функция устойчивой съемки. Запись останавливается через несколько секунд. Не активизируется функция автоматической...
  • Page 114 Измените позицию съемки. • Возможно загрязнены видеоголовки. m Очистите видеоголовки с использованием очиститель-ной кассеты DVM12CL фирмы Sony (не прилагается). (стр. 101) • Возможно загрязнены видеоголовки. m Очистите видеоголовки с использованием очиститель-ной кассеты DVM12CL фирмы Sony (не прилагается). (стр. 101) •...
  • Page 115 Проверка неисправностей Прочее Признак Во время монтажа с использованием соединительного цифрового видеокабеля записываемое изображение не может быть просмотрено. Видеокамера нагревается. Не работает прилагаемый пульт дистанционного упрвления. Никакие функции не работают, несмотря на то, что питание включено. Сетевой адаптер переменного тока Признак...
  • Page 116 Имеется проблема у сетевого адаптера перем. тока. Обратитесь, пожалуйста, к Вашему ближайшему дилеру Sony в связи с имеющейся проблемой. * Если Вы используете батарейный блок, который Вы только что купили, или который был оставлен на длительное время без использования, то лампочка CHARGE может мигать при первой зарядке. Это не...

  • Page 117: Функция Самодиагностики

    Пятизначный дисплей C:21:ππ C:22:ππ C:31:ππ C:32:ππ E:61:ππ E:62:ππ Если Вы не можете решить проблему, то свяжитесь с Вашим дилеом Sony или местным уполномоченным предприятием Sony. Экран ЖКД/Видоискатель C : 21: 00 Дисплей самодиагностики •C:ππ:ππ Вы можете выполнить техническое обслуживание видеокамеры самостоятельно.

  • Page 118: Specifications

    DC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.9 A in operating mode Battery charge terminal: 8.4 V, 1.4 A in charge mode Application Sony battery pack NP-F330, NP- F530, NP-F550, NP-F730, NP-F750, NP-F930, NP-F950 lithium ion type Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature –20°C to 60°C (–4°F to 140°F)

  • Page 119: Технические Характеристики

    режиме Выход для зарядки батарейного блока: 8,4 В, 1,4 А в режиме зарядки Применение Батарейные блоки Sony NP-F330, NP-F530, NP-F550, NP-F730, NP- F750, NP-F930, NP-F950 литиево- ионного типа Рабочая температура От 0° С до 40° С (от 32° F до 104° F) Температура...

  • Page 120: Identifying The Parts

    Identifying the parts 1 FOCUS switch (p. 47) 2 OPEN switch (p. 19) 3 PROGRAM AE button (p. 45) 4 EXPOSURE button (p. 50) 5 CONTROL dial (p. 32) 6 Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 14) 7 • PHOTO button (p. 41) 8 BATT (battery release) button (p.
  • Page 121 Identifying the parts !™ !£ !¢ !∞ !§ !¶ !• !™ Tape transport buttons (p. 26) π STOP (stop) 0 REW (rewind) · PLAY (playback) ) FF (fastforward) P PAUSE (pause) r REC (record) !£ EDITSEARCH button (p. 25) !¢ LASER LINK button (p. 64) !∞...
  • Page 122 Identifying the parts @£ @¢ @∞ @§ @¶ @• @£ Speaker @¢ LCD Screen (p. 19, 26) @∞ LCD BRIGHT button (p. 19, 26) @§ VOL (volume) button (p. 26) @¶ DATA CODE button (p. 77) @• DISPLAY button (p. 27) @ª...
  • Page 123 Identifying the parts #§ #¶ #• #ª $º $¡ #§ Power zoom switch (p. 16) #¶ LANC l control jack l stands for Local Application Control Bus System. The l control jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video equipment and peripherals connected to it.
  • Page 124 /NightShot Light emitter (p. 40) $¶ AUDIO/VIDEO jack (p. 63, 79) $• DV IN/OUT jack (p. 78) This “i.LINK” mark is a trademark of Sony Corporation and indicates that this product is in agreement with IEEE 1394-1995 specifications and their revisions.
  • Page 125 Identifying the parts Remote Commander The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the camcorder function identically. 1 PHOTO button (p. 41) 2 DISPLAY button (p. 27) 3 SEARCH MODE button (p. 66, 70, 72) 4 =/+ buttons (p.
  • Page 126 Identifying the Parts To prepare the Remote Commander To use the Remote Commander, you must insert two R6 (size AA) batteries. Use the supplied R6 (size AA) batteries. (1) Remove the battery cover from the Remote Commander. (2) Insert both of the R6 (size AA) batteries with correct polarity.

  • Page 127: Attaching The Shoulder Strap

    VTR 2. The commander modes (1,2 and 3) are used to distinguish this camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in commander mode VTR 2, we recommend you change the commander mode or cover the remote sensor of the VCR with black paper.
  • Page 128 Identifying the parts Operation indicators !º !¡ !™ 1 Mirror mode indicator (p. 21) 2 Zoom indicator (p. 17) /Exposure indicator (p. 50) 3 Video flash indicator 4 Manual focus/Infinity indicator (p. 47) 5 PROGRAM AE indicator (p. 44) 6 SteadyShot indicator (p. 61) 7 BACK LIGHT indicator (p.
  • Page 129 Identifying the parts !§ Recording standby mode indicator (p. 14) /Tape transport mode indicator !¶ Time code indicator (p. 15)/Self diagnosis indicator (p. 111) !• Remaining tape indicator (p. 16) !ª ZERO SET MEMORY indicator (p. 76) /Photo capture indicator (p. 41) @º...

  • Page 130: Warning Indicators

    Warning indicators If indicators flash on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder or warning messages appear on the display window, check the following: : You can hear the beep sound when BEEP is set to ON in the menu system. !º...
  • Page 131 Charge the vanadium- lithium battery. (p. 91) 9 Some other trouble has occurred. Use the self-diagnosis function (p.111). If the display does not disappear contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. 0 The battery is not the “InfoLITHIUM” type.
  • Page 132 М,Н,О Монтаж ... 78 Наезд видеокамеры..16 Нормальная зарядка ... 7 Освобождение батаейного блока ... 11 Очистка видеоголовок ... 101 Sony Corporation Sony Corporation Printed in Japan Printed in Japan F, G, H Fade-in/fade-out ... 38 FADER ... 38 FOCUS ...

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