Page 1: Digital Video Camera
Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCR-TRV Serial No.
Page 2: Declaration Of Conformity
Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam. With your Handycam, you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use. You will soon be producing home video that you can enjoy for years to come.
Page 3 IMPORTANT NOTE To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the following antenna installation and device operating configurations must be satisfied: the antenna has been installed by the manufacturer and no changes can be made. “Memory Stick” This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 4: Main Features
(p. 190, 195) •Viewing moving pictures recorded on tapes using the USB cable (p. 185) •Capturing images on your computer from your camcorder using the USB cable (p. 187) •Converting an analog signal into digital to capture images onto your computer (p.
Page 5 •ZERO SET MEMORY (p. 79) •TITLE SEARCH (p. 80) •Digital program editing (p. 89, 151) Accessing the Internet, sending/ receiving your e-mail. For details, refer to the Network Function Operating Instructions supplied with your camcorder. (DCR- TRV50 only) (p. 197)
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Main features ... 4 Quick Start Guide – Recording on a tape ... 8 – Recording on a “Memory Stick” ... 10 Getting Started Using this manual ... 12 Checking supplied accessories ... 14 Step 1 Preparing the power supply ... 15 Installing the battery pack ...
Page 7 Additional Information Usable cassettes ... 220 About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack ... 223 About i.LINK ... 225 Using your camcorder abroad ... 227 Maintenance information and precautions ... 228 Specifications ... 234 Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls ... 236...
Page 8: Recording On A Tape
Quick Start Guide – Recording on a tape Connecting the power cord Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 15). AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette Slide OPEN/ EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid.
Page 9 Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight (p. 30). When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set to off. If you want to record the date and time for a picture, set the clock setting before recording (p. 20).
Page 10: Recording On A "Memory Stick
Quick Start Guide – Recording on a “Memory Stick” Connecting the power cord Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 15). AC power adaptor (supplied) 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 11 Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight (p. 30). When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set to off. If you want to record the date and time for a picture, set the clock setting before recording (p. 20).
Page 12: Getting Started
— Not provided 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 with cassette memory Functions that require different operations depending on whether or not the tape has a cassette memory are: –...
Page 13: Precautions On Camcorder Care
These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. •Do not let your camcorder get wet. Keep your camcorder away from rain and sea water. Letting your camcorder get wet may cause your camcorder to malfunction.
Page 14: Checking Supplied Accessories
Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), power cord (1) (p. 16) 2 NP-FM50 battery pack (1) (p. 15, 16) 3 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 46) 4 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p.
Page 15: 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 16: Charging The Battery Pack
See page 223 for details of “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the plug’s v mark facing up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor.
Page 17: Charging Time
The remaining battery time indicator in the display window indicates the approximate recording time with 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 outlet.
Page 18: Playing Time
Note Approximate recording time and continuous playing time at 25°C (77°F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment. If the power goes off although remaining battery time indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate Charge the battery pack fully again so that the indication on the battery remaining indicator is correct.
Page 19: Connecting To A Wall Outlet
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from a wall outlet using the AC power adaptor. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover. Connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the plug’s v mark...
Page 20: Step 2 Setting The Date And Time
POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only) unless you set the date and time settings. If you do not use your camcorder for about four months, the date and time may be cleared from memory (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery installed in your camcorder will have been discharged (p.
Page 21 When using your camcorder abroad Set the clock to the local time (p. 22). If you use the camcorder in a region where summer time is used Set DST SET to ON in the menu setting. Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle.
Page 22 Step 2 Setting the date and time Simple setting of clock by a time difference You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference. Select AREA SET, DST SET* in the menu settings. See page 208 for more information. * Instead of DST, SUMMERTIME is displayed on the screen for some models.
Page 23: 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 center of the cassette back to insert. Insert the cassette straight as far as possible into the cassette compartment with the window facing up.
Page 24: Step 4 Using The Touch Panel
Step 4 Using the touch panel Your camcorder has operation buttons on the LCD screen. Touch the LCD screen directly with your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-TRV50 only) to operate each function. This section describes how to operate the touch panel during recording or playing back images on a tape.
Page 25 •If FN is not on the LCD screen, touch the LCD screen lightly to make it appear. You can control the display with DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL on your camcorder. •When operation buttons do not work even if you press them, an adjustment is required (CALIBRATION) (p.
Page 26: Recording - Basics
(4) Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. 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.
Page 27 Commander for this operation (p. 42). Note on recording 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. 206). In the LP mode, you can record 1.5 times as long as in the SP mode.
Page 28: Adjusting The Lcd Screen
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, and swing it into the camcorder body. Note When using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode, the viewfinder automatically turns off (p.
Page 29: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Lcd Screen
Recording a picture Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Press FN and select PAGE2. When you set the POWER switch to VCR, press FN to display PAGE1 (p. 24). (2) Press LCD BRT.
Page 30: 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 images in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. Lift up the viewfinder and move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever. Viewfinder backlight You can change the brightness of the backlight.
Page 31: 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 sparingly results in better-looking recordings. W : Wide-angle (subject appears farther away) T : Telephoto (subject appears closer) To use zoom greater than 10 Zoom greater than 10 is performed digitally.
Page 32: Shooting With The Mirror Mode
Recording a picture Shooting with the Mirror Mode This feature allows the camera subject to view him-or herself on the LCD screen. The subject uses this feature to check his or her own image on the LCD screen while you look at the subject in the viewfinder.
Page 33 Recording a picture Indicators displayed in the recording Indicators are not recorded on tapes. Remaining battery time Cassette memory This appears when using a cassette with cassette memory. 0:00:01 45min JUL 4 2002 12:05:56PM Remaining battery time indicator during recording The remaining battery time indicator roughly indicates the continuous recording time.
Page 34: Shooting Backlit Subjects - Back Light
Recording a picture Shooting backlit subjects – BACK LIGHT When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the backlight function. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only), press BACK LIGHT.
Page 35 Notes • Do not use the NightShot 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 colors.
Page 36 Recording a picture When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only) You cannot use the following functions: – Super NightShot – Color Slow Shutter NightShot Light NightShot Light rays are infrared and so are invisible. The maximum shooting distance using the NightShot Light is about 3 m (10 feet).
Page 37: Self-Timer Recording
Press START/STOP. To restart the countdown, press START/STOP again. To cancel the self-timer Press SELFTIMER so that the your camcorder is in the standby. You cannot cancel self-timer using the Remote Commander. Note The self-timer is automatically canceled when: – The self-timer recording is finished.
Page 38: Checking Recordings - End Search/Editsearch/Rec Review
(1) In the standby, press FN to display PAGE1 (p. 24). (2) Press END SCH. The last five seconds of the recorded section are played back and your camcorder returns to the standby. You can monitor the sound from the speaker or headphones. To return to FN Press EXIT.
Page 39: Rec Review
Press the 7 – side of EDITSEARCH momentarily in the standby. The section you have stopped most recently will be played back for a few seconds, and then your camcorder will return to the standby. You can monitor the sound from the speaker or headphones.
Page 40: Playback - Basics
You can monitor the playback picture on the screen. If you close the LCD panel, you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. (1) Prepare the power supply and insert the recorded tape.
Page 41 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 42: To Display The Screen Indicators - Display Function
DATA CODE About date/time and various settings Your camcorder automatically records not only images on the tape but also the recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) (data code). Follow the steps below to display the data code using the touch panel or the Remote Commander.
Page 43 – The tape was recorded by a camcorder without the date and time set. Data code When you connect your camcorder to the TV, the data code appears on the TV screen. Remaining battery time indicator during playback The indicator indicates the approximate continuous playback time. The indicator may not be correct, depending on the conditions in which you are playing back.
Page 44: Various Playback Modes
Playing back a tape Various playback modes To operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to VCR. To play back pause (viewing a still picture) Press X during playback. To resume normal playback, press N or X. To advance the tape Press M in the stop mode.
Page 45 •The previous picture may remain as a mosaic image during playback. When the playback pause lasts for five minutes Your camcorder automatically enters the stop mode. To resume playback, press N. Slow playback The slow playback can be performed smoothly on your camcorder. However, this function does not work for an output signal through the DV IN/OUT jack.
Page 46: Viewing The Recording On Tv
When monitoring playback pictures on the TV screen, we recommend that you power your camcorder from a wall outlet using the AC power adaptor (p. 19). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV.
Page 47: Advanced Recording Operations
The image when you pressed PHOTO deeper will be recorded on the “Memory Stick.” 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 indicator flashes on the screen.):...
Page 48 Your camcorder continues recording on tape. To record still images using the Remote Commander Press PHOTO on the Remote Commander. Your camcorder immediately records the image on the screen. To record still images on a “Memory Stick” during tape recording You cannot check an image on the screen by pressing PHOTO lightly.
Page 49 •When recording with the flash, it takes longer to prepare for image capture. This is because your camcorder starts to charge power for firing after the flash pops up. Darken the surroundings by covering the lens, and press PHOTO lightly so that your camcorder starts to charge power after the flash pops up.
Page 50 Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” during tape recording If you leave your camcorder for five or more minutes after disconnecting the power supply Your camcorder returns to the default setting (auto). You cannot shoot images with the flash during the following operations: –...
Page 51 To cancel the self-timer Press SELFTIMER so that the your camcorder is in the standby. You cannot cancel self-timer using the Remote Commander. Note The self-timer recording is automatically canceled when: –...
Page 52: 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. (1) In the standby, set PHOTO REC in (2) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a still image appears.
Page 53 Recording still images on a tape – Tape Photo recording Notes •During tape photo recording, you cannot change the mode or setting. •When recording a still image, do not shake your camcorder. The image may fluctuate. •You cannot use PHOTO during the following operations ( the screen): –...
Page 54: Adjusting The White Balance Manually
Your camcorder may not adjust the white balance correctly in the INDOOR. In the automatic white balance 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 55: Using The Wide Mode
Using the wide mode You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on a 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE). If you connect a TV compatible with the ID-1/ID-2 system, the screen size is automatically selected. Black bands appear on the screen during recording in 16:9WIDE mode [a]. The picture during playback on a normal TV [b] or on a wide-screen TV [c] is compressed in the longwise direction.
Page 56 Pictures recorded in the 16:9WIDE mode automatically appear on the TV screen at full size when: – You connect your camcorder to a TV that is compatible with the video ID (ID-1/ID-2) system. – You connect your camcorder to the S video jack on the TV.
Page 57: Using The Fader
Using the fader You can fade in or out to give your recording a more professional appearance. STBY FADER M. FADER (mosaic) BOUNCE 1) 2) OVERLAP WIPE MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to color. When fading out, the picture gradually changes from color to black-and-white. You can use the bounce when D ZOOM is set to OFF in the menu settings.
Page 58 – Frame recording When you select OVERLAP, WIPE, or DOT 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. At this stage, the picture may not be recorded clearly, depending on the tape condition.
Page 59 Using the fader When you set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only) You cannot use the fader. While using the bounce, you cannot use the following functions: – Focus – Zoom – Picture effect – Exposure – Flexible Spot Meter Note on the bounce The BOUNCE indicator does not appear in the following mode or functions: –...
Page 60: 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 color and brightness of the picture are reversed. SEPIA : B&W : SOLARIZE [b] : The light intensity becomes clearer, to make the picture look more like SLIM [c] : STRETCH [d] : The picture expands horizontally.
Page 61: Using Special Effects - Digital Effect
You can slow down the shutter speed. The slow shutter is good for recording dark pictures more brightly. 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.
Page 62 Using special effects – Digital effect (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press DIG EFFT. The screen to select a desired digital effect appears. (3) Press a desired digital effect. In the STILL and LUMI. modes, the still image is stored in memory.
Page 63 Using special effects – Digital effect Notes •The following functions do not work during digital effect: – Fader – Super NightShot – Color Slow Shutter – Tape photo recording – Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” in the tape recording or tape recording standby •The PROGRAM AE does not work in the slow shutter.
Page 64: Using The Program Ae
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 65 Using the PROGRAM AE (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only), press PROGRAM AE. The PROGRAM AE indicator appears. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired PROGRAM AE. The indicator changes as follows: To cancel the PROGRAM AE Press PROGRAM AE.
Page 66 Using the PROGRAM AE Notes •Because your camcorder is set to focus only on subjects in the middle to far distance, you cannot take close-ups in the following modes: – Spotlight – Sports lesson – Beach & ski •Your camcorder is set to focus only on distant subjects in the following modes: –...
Page 67: Adjusting The Exposure Manually
When you adjust the exposure manually, the following functions do not work: – Color Slow Shutter – Backlight Your camcorder automatically returns to the automatic exposure: – If you change the PROGRAM AE. – If you slide NIGHTSHOT to ON.
Page 68: Using The Spot Light-Metering - Flexible Spot Meter
The following functions do not work during Flexible Spot Meter – Color Slow Shutter – Backlight – Exposure If you slide NIGHTSHOT to ON Your camcorder automatically returns from the Flexible Spot Meter to automatic exposure. SPOT PAGE1 PAGE2 EXIT...
Page 69: Focusing Manually
When you set FOCUS to INFINITY, the lens focuses on and you release FOCUS, your camcorder returns to the manual focus. Use this mode when your camcorder focuses on near objects even though you are trying to shoot a distant object.
Page 70 – This information aids focusing if it is not easy to focus on the subject, for example, when recording in the dark. Use this information as a rough guide to get a sharp focus. – You cannot get correct information if you have attached a conversion lens (optional) to your camcorder.
Page 71: Using The Spot Focus - Spot Focus
Using the spot focus – Spot Focus You can take a picture with the appropriate focus automatically for just the point you want to focus on and with its focus fixed. (1) When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR- TRV50 only), set FOCUS to MAN.
Page 72: 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. (1) In the standby, press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select INT.
Page 73 Interval recording STBY INTERVAL MENU CAMERA SET STBY D ZOOM PHOTO REC 16:9WIDE STEADYSHOT FRAME REC INT. REC RETURN [ MENU ] : END To cancel the interval recording Perform either of the following: – Set INT. REC to OFF in the menu settings. –...
Page 74: Frame By Frame Recording - Frame Recording
You can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect using frame recording. To create this effect, alternately move the subject a little and make a frame recording. We recommend that you use a tripod, and operate your camcorder using the Remote Commander after step 4.
Page 75: Advanced Playback Operations
Notes •You cannot process externally input scenes using picture effect. •You cannot record images on a tape on your camcorder when you have processed the image using picture effect. However, you can record images on a “Memory Stick” (p. 135, 147), or on a VCR using your camcorder as a player.
Page 76: Playing Back Tapes With Digital Effect
Notes •You cannot process externally input scenes using digital effect. •You cannot record images on a tape on your camcorder when you have processed the image using digital effect. However, you can record images on a “Memory Stick” (p. 135, 147), or on a VCR using your camcorder as a player.
Page 77: Enlarging Images Recorded On Tapes - 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 (p. 164). (1) In the playback or playback pause, press FN and select PAGE2.
Page 78 •You cannot process externally input scenes using the PB ZOOM. •You cannot record images on a tape on your camcorder when you have processed the image using the tape PB ZOOM. However, you can record images on a VCR using your camcorder as a player.
Page 79: 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, press DISPLAY when the ZERO SET MEMORY indicator does not appear.
Page 80: Searching The Boundaries Of Recorded Tape By Title - Title Search
TITLE SEARCH t DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH (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. TITLE SEARCH...
Page 81: Searching A Recording By Date - Date Search
TITLE SEARCH t DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH (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. DATE SEARCH SEP/ 5/02...
Page 82: Searching For The Date Without Using Cassette Memory
Searching a recording by date – DATE SEARCH Note If one day’s recording is less than two minutes, your camcorder may not accurately find the point where the recording date changes. If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The date search may not work correctly.
Page 83: Searching For A Photo - Photo Search/Photo Scan
TITLE SEARCH t DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH (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. PHOTO SEARCH...
Page 84: Searching For A Photo Without Using Cassette Memory
DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH t PHOTO SCAN t (no indicator) (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.
Page 85: Scanning Photo
Searching for a photo – PHOTO SEARCH/PHOTO SCAN Scanning photo (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the PHOTO SCAN indicator appears. The indicator changes as follows: TITLE SEARCH* t DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH (no indicator) * Displayed only when CM SEARCH is set to ON in the menu settings.
Page 86: 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 87 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 VCR. This connection produces higher quality DV format pictures.
Page 88 Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) to DV IN/OUT jack on your camcorder and to DV IN on the DV products. With a digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing.
Page 89: Dubbing Only Desired Scenes - Digital Program Editing (On Tapes)
You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto a tape without operating the VCR. Scenes can be selected by frame. You can set up to 20 programs. Your camcorder can also dub on “Memory Stick”s. See page 151 for more information. Unwanted scene Unwanted scene...
Page 90: Set The Ir Setup Code
(1) to (4), to send the control signal correctly. (1) Set the IR SETUP code 1 Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. 2 Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set the input selector to LINE.
Page 91 Dubbing only desired scenes – 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.
Page 92 – Select PB if the button to cancel recording pause is N. (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.
Page 93 •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. VIDEO EDIT...
Page 94: Dv Connecting Cable
When you connect using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional), follow the procedure below. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (2) Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set the input selector to DV input.
Page 95 Set CONTROL to IR in the menu settings of your camcorder. Step 3: Adjusting the synchronization of the VCR 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.
Page 96 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Notes • When you complete step 3, the image used to adjust the synchronization is recorded for about 50 seconds. • If you start recording from the very beginning of the tape, the first few seconds of the tape may not record properly.
Page 97 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Operation 1: Making a program (1) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder, and insert a tape for recording into the VCR. (2) Press MENU and turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT in then press the dial (p.
Page 98 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Erasing the program you have set Erase OUT first and then IN from of the last program. (1) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select UNDO, then press the dial. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.
Page 99 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Operation 2: Performing the program (Dubbing a tape) Make sure that your camcorder and VCR are connected, and that the VCR is set to recording pause. When you use an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable), this procedure is not necessary.
Page 100: Recording Video Or Tv Programs
Before operation Set DISPLAY in (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder. If you are recording a tape from the VCR, insert a recorded tape into the VCR. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.
Page 101 Sony VCRs to avoid erroneous remote control operation. If you use another Sony VCR in the commander mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the commander mode or covering the sensor of the VCR with...
Page 102 (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder, and insert the recorded tape into the VCR. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.
Page 103 Sony VCRs to avoid erroneous remote control operation. If you use another Sony VCR in the commander mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the commander mode or covering the sensor of the VCR with...
Page 104: Inserting A Scene From A Vcr - Insert Editing
(5) On your camcorder, locate the insert start point [b] by pressing m, then press z REC and the button on its right simultaneously. (6) First press X on the VCR, and after a few seconds press X on your camcorder to start inserting the new scene.
Page 105: Inserting A Scene From A Vcr – Insert Editing
Sony VCRs to avoid erroneous remote control operation. If you use another Sony VCR in the commander mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the commander mode or covering the sensor of the VCR with...
Page 106: Audio Dubbing
Connecting the microphone with the MIC jack : 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 107 Audio dubbing Connecting the A/V connecting cable to the AUDIO/VIDEO jack Audio equipment LINE OUT AUDIO L AUDIO R White Do not connect the video (yellow) plug. : Signal flow 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.
Page 108 (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (3) Locate the recording start point by pressing N. Then press X at the point where you want to start recording to set your camcorder to the playback pause. (4) Press AUDIO DUB on the Remote Commander. The green appears on screen.
Page 109: Monitoring The New Recorded Sound
• You cannot add audio with the DV IN/OUT jack. • 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.
Page 110: 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 , recording standby, playback or playback pause, press MENU, then select TITLE in (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired title, then press the dial.
Page 111 If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions Titles may not be displayed correctly. Titles superimposed with your camcorder •Titles are displayed by only the •The point you superimposed the title may be detected as an index signal when searching a recording with other video equipment.
Page 112: Erasing A Title
Superimposing a title Erasing a title (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. (2) Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TITLEERASE in , then press the dial (p. 205). (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the title you want to erase, then press the dial.
Page 113: 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 VCR. (2) Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TITLE in press the dial (p.
Page 114: To Change A Title You Have Stored
1. We recommend setting the POWER switch to VCR or removing the cassette so that your camcorder does not automatically turn off while you are entering title characters. To delete the title Select [C]. The last character is erased.
Page 115: Labeling A Cassette
Labeling a cassette If you use a cassette with cassette memory, you can label a cassette. Labels can consist of up to 10 characters and is stored in cassette memory. When you insert the labeled cassette and when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or VCR, the label is displayed for about five seconds.
Page 116: Erasing All The Data In Cassette Memory
Labeling 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. If you set the write-protect tab of the cassette to lock You cannot label the tape.
Page 117: Memory Stick" Operations
You can record and play back images on a “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder. You can easily play back, record or delete images. You can exchange image data with other equipment such as your computer etc., using the USB cable for “Memory Stick”...
Page 118 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). You cannot...
Page 119 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.” Do not turn the power off, eject a “Memory Stick.”...
Page 120: Using A Touch Panel
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Using a touch panel Most operation buttons for use of “Memory Stick”s are displayed on the LCD screen. Touch the LCD screen directly with your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-TRV50 only) to operate each function. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only).
Page 121 •If FN is not on the LCD screen, touch the LCD screen lightly to make it appear. You can control the display with DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL on your camcorder. •When operation buttons do not work even if you press them, an adjustment is required (CALIBRATION) (p.
Page 122 Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Selecting the still image quality You can select the image quality in still image recording. The default setting is SUPER FINE. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only) or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU, then select STILL SET in (p.
Page 123 The number of images you can shoot in the currently selected image quality appears on the screen. Meaning This is the highest image quality in your camcorder. The number of still images you can record is less than in FINE mode. Super fine images are compressed to about 1/3.
Page 124: Selecting The Image Size
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Selecting the image size You can select either of two image sizes Still images: Moving pictures: 320 (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select STILL SET (still image) or MOVIE SET (moving picture) in (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IMAGESIZE, then press the dial.
Page 125 “Memory Stick” formatted by your camcorder. Note When still images recorded on your camcorder in 1360 1020 size are played back on other equipment that does not support 1360 1020 size, the full image may not appear.
Page 126: Recording Still Images On "Memory Stick"S - Memory Photo Recording
Stick”s – Memory Photo recording You can record still images on “Memory Stick”s. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
Page 127 You can neither turn off the power nor press 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.
Page 128: Recording Images Continuously
You can record still images continuously. Before recording, select one of the four modes described below in the menu settings. NORMAL [a] Your camcorder shoots up to three still images in 1360 1020 size or nine still images in 480 size at about 0.5 sec intervals. ( HIGH SPEED [a] Your camcorder shoots up to 16 still images in 640 480 size at about 0.07 sec intervals.
Page 129 “Memory Stick.” During recording still images continuously The flash does not work. When shooting with the self-timer or the Remote Commander Your camcorder automatically records up to the maximum recordable number of still images. MEMORY SET MEMORY SET...
Page 130 PHOTO deeper. Release PHOTO to stop recording. When selecting HIGH SPEED Flickering or changes in color may occur. Also, your camcorder prevents focusing on near objects. If there is space remaining on the “Memory Stick” for less than three photos You cannot carry out the exposure bracketing (EXP BRKTG).
Page 131 •If it is not easy to focus on a subject automatically, for example, when recording in the dark, use HOLOGRAM AF (p. 132) or the focal distance information (p. 70) for focusing manually. If you leave your camcorder for five or more minutes after disconnecting the power supply Your camcorder returns to the default setting (auto).
Page 132 Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s – Memory Photo recording Shooting with an auxiliary light – HOLOGRAM AF The HOLOGRAM AF is an auxiliary light source used for focusing on subjects in dark places. Set HOLOGRAM F in When appears on the screen in a dark place, press PHOTO lightly. Then the auxiliary light will automatically emit until the subject is focused.
Page 133 Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s – Memory Photo recording Notes •A conversion lens (optional) may obstruct the HOLOGRAM AF light and make focusing difficult. •If enough light does not reach the subject even if the HOLOGRAM AF emitter is emitted (recommended shooting distance is 2.5 m (8 1/3 feet)), the subject will not be focused.
Page 134: Self-Timer Memory Photo Recording
Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s – Memory Photo recording Self-timer memory photo recording You can record images on “Memory Stick”s with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
Page 135: Recording Images From A Tape As Still Images
Recording images from a tape as still images 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 136 Various settings are not recorded. Data codes recorded on a tape cannot be recorded on a “Memory Stick”. When you press PHOTO on the Remote Commander Your camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen when you press the button.
Page 137: Recording A Still Image From External Equipment
Pictures can be reproduced more faithfully by using an S video cable (optional). 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...
Page 138 Recording images from a tape as still images Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) DV OUT : Signal flow Note In the following instances, recording is interrupted or “ and recording is not possible. Record distortion-free images. – When recording on a tape in a poor recording state, for example, on a tape that has been repeatedly used for dubbing –...
Page 139: 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 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 140: 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” recorded still images into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press MEM MIX. The last recorded or last composed image appears on the lower part of the screen as a thumbnail image.
Page 141 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 142 Recording superimposed images on a “Memory Stick” as a still image Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” recorded still images into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
Page 143 Image size is automatically set to 640 480. Image data modified with your computers or shot with other equipment You may not be able to play back modified images with your camcorder. During recording You cannot change the mode setting.
Page 144: Recording Moving Pictures On "Memory Stick"S - Mpeg Movie Recording
LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The camera recording lamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up. The picture and sound are recorded up to the remaining capacity of “Memory Stick”. For more information about recording time, see page 125.
Page 145 Remote Commander for this operation (p. 42). Various settings cannot be recorded. During recording on “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/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only) The angle of view is slightly larger compared with the angle of view when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA.
Page 146: Self-Timer Mpeg Movie Recording
Recording moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s – 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/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
Page 147: Recording Pictures From Tape As A Moving Picture
Recording pictures from tape as a moving picture 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 148 START/STOP. 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. 149).
Page 149: Recording A Moving Picture From External Equipment
Pictures can be reproduced more faithfully by using an S video cable (optional). 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...
Page 150 TV tuner unit is in use – When the input signal is cut off During recording on “Memory Stick” Do not eject the cassette tape from your camcorder. i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) REC ERROR” is displayed and you cannot record...
Page 151: Recording Edited Pictures From A Tape As A Moving Picture - Digital Program Editing (On "Memory Stick"S)
(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Insert the tape for playback, and a “Memory Stick” for recording into your camcorder. (3) Press MENU and turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT in then press the dial (p. 209).
Page 152 Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture – Digital program editing (on “Memory Stick”s) Erasing the program you have set Erase OUT first and then IN from of the last program. (1) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select UNDO, then press the dial. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.
Page 153 The program you made is recorded on a “Memory Stick” up to the place where you pressed x. To end the Digital program editing Your camcorder stops when the dubbing ends. Then the display returns to VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings. Press MENU to end the Digital program editing.
Page 154: Copying Still Images From A Tape - Photo Save
Using the search function, you can automatically capture only still images from tapes and record them on a “Memory Stick” in sequence. Before operation •Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder and rewind the tape. •Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
Page 155 Image size is automatically set to 640 480. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or knock your camcorder. As well do not turn the power off, eject a “Memory Stick”. Otherwise, image data may become damaged.
Page 156: Viewing Still Images - Memory Photo Playback
– : To see the previous image +: To see the next image PLAY To stop Memory Photo playback Press CAM, VCR on your camcorder or MEMORY PLAY button on the Remote Commander. PB. The last recorded image is displayed.
Page 157 •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 •Before operation, connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder.
Page 158 You can play back six recorded images at a time. This function is especially useful when searching for a particular image. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only) or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
Page 159: Viewing Moving Pictures - Mpeg Movie Playback
– When playing back image data shot with other equipment. To play back recorded picutres on a TV screen • Before operation connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. • Turn the audio volume of the TV down before operation, or noise (howling) may be output from the TV speakers.
Page 160: Playing Back A Moving Picture From The Desired Part
You can select every each one point and play back pictures. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only) or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
Page 161 Viewing moving pictures – MPEG movie playback Screen indicators during moving picture playback 1/20 0 : 01 : 00 MOV00001 MPEG – – – JUL 4 2002 – – – – – 12 : 05 : 56 – INDEX Recording date/time. (Various settings are displayed as “– – –”.) Data directory number/File number Recording date/time You can view recording date/time when you press DATA CODE on PAGE2.
Page 162: Copying Images Recorded On "Memory Stick"S To Tape
(2) Using the video control buttons, search a point where you want to record the desired images. Set the tape to playback pause. (3) Press z REC and the button on its right simultaneously on your camcorder. The tape is set to the recording pause.
Page 163 Memory playback stops. Image data modified on your computers or shot with other equipment You may not be able to copy modified images with your camcorder. When copying movies After step 6, press the MPEG N X and play back the image.
Page 164: Enlarging Still Images Recorded On "Memory Stick"S - 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/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Press FN to display PAGE1 during the memory playback (p. 120).
Page 165 Enlarging still images recorded on “Memory Stick”s – Memory PB ZOOM The PB ZOOM is canceled when the following operations: – MENU – MEMORY PLAY – MEMORY INDEX – MEMORY +/– Moving pictures recorded on “Memory Stick”s The PB ZOOM does not work. To record the still image processed by Memory PB ZOOM on “Memory Stick”s Press the PHOTO button to record the still image processed by PB ZOOM.
Page 166: Playing Back Images In A Continuous Loop - Slide Show
LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press FN and select PAGE3. (3) Press SLIDE SHOW. (4) Press START. Your camcorder plays back the images recorded on a “Memory Stick” in sequence. SLIDE SHOW 1360 100–0001...
Page 167: Preventing Accidental Erasure - Image Protection
(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only) or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press INDEX on your camcorder to display the index. (3) Press - MARK. The screen to protect the image appears.
Page 168: Deleting Images - Delete
Deleting selected images Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only) or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Play back the image you want to delete.
Page 169: Deleting Selected Images On The Index Screen
Deleting images – DELETE Deleting selected images on the index screen Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
Page 170: Deleting All Images
You can delete all unprotected images in a “Memory Stick.” Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
Page 171: Writing A Print Mark - Print Mark
You can specify a recorded still image to print out by writing a print mark. This function is useful for printing out still images later. Your camcorder conforms to the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard for specifying still images to print out.
Page 172: Using The Optional Printer
Using the optional printer You can use the optional printer on your camcorder to print images on print paper. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the printer. There are various ways of printing still images. The following describes the setup for...
Page 173 Using the optional printer Setting with the touch panel You can make 9 stickers on a single sheet when you print images recorded on a “Memory Stick” in 9PIC PRINT. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
Page 174: Viewing Images Using Your Computer
Viewing images on your computer – Introduction There are the following ways of connecting the camcorder to a computer in order to view images saved on a “Memory Stick” or recorded on tape on your computer. To view images on a computer which has a Memory Stick slot, first eject the “Memory Stick”...
Page 175: Viewing Images Recorded On A "Memory Stick
When connecting to a computer using the USB jack There are two methods of USB connection, NORMAL and PTP. The default setting is NORMAL. Here we explain how to use the camcorder with a standard USB connection (NORMAL). See page 177 when using Windows and page 193 when using Macintosh.
Page 176 •“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 177: Connecting Your Camcorder To Your Computer Using The Usb Cable - For Windows Users
USB driver correctly. When connecting to a computer using the USB cable You must install a USB driver onto your computer in order to connect the camcorder to the computer’s USB connector. The USB driver can be found on the CD-ROM supplied, along with the application software required for viewing images.
Page 178: Connecting Your Camcorder To Your Computer Using The Usb Cable
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users Recommended computer usage environment when connecting via USB cable and viewing “Memory Stick” images on the computer Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional Standard installation is required.
Page 179: Installing The Usb Driver
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 onto a computer. Refer to page 207 for details.
Page 180: For Windows Users
(8) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (9) Select USB STREAM in (10)With the CD-ROM inserted, connect the USB jacks of the camcorder and computer using the USB cable supplied with your camcorder. Your computer recognizes the camcorder, and the Windows Add Hardware Wizard starts.
Page 181 USB drivers are installed. Be sure to allow the installation to complete without interrupting it. You cannot install the USB driver if a “Memory Stick” is not in your camcorder. Be sure to insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder before installing the USB driver.
Page 182: 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 183 Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users 5 Select and delete the underlined devices below. Windows 98SE Windows Me Windows 2000 Professional Windows XP Home Edition/Professional...
Page 184 Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users 6 Turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) on your camcorder, and then disconnect the USB cable. 7 Restart your computer. Step 2: Install the USB driver on the supplied CD-ROM Perform the entire procedure described in “Installing the USB driver”...
Page 185: Viewing Images Recorded On A Tape On Your Computer - For Windows Users
(4) Select “Start” t “Programs” t “PIXELA” t “ImageMixer” t “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony”. (5) Click on the screen. The “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” startup screen appears on your computer. The title screen appears. to ON in the menu settings (p. 207).
Page 186: Viewing Images Recorded On A Tape On Your Computer
USB cable. (8) Press N to start playback. The picture from the tape appears on preview window on your computer. Preview window (USB) jack on your camcorder with the USB connector on your (USB) jack Push into the end USB connector...
Page 187 (1) Follow the steps 1, 2 on page 185. (2) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. Select USB STREAM in (3) Follow the steps 4 to 7 on pages 185, 186. The picture from your camcorder appears on preview window on your computer. Capturing still images (1) Select (2) Looking at the preview window, move the cursor to point you want to capture.
Page 188 • We recommend setting DEMO MODE to OFF in the menu settings when your camcorder is in the standby, and no cassette is inserted. • Indicators in the camcorder LCD screen do not appear on images that are captured into your computer.
Page 189 (CHG) on your camcorder. Seeing the on-line help (operating instructions) of “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” A “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” on-line help site is available where you can find the detailed operating method of “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony”. (1) Click located in the upper-right corner of the screen.
Page 190: Viewing Images Recorded On A "Memory Stick" On Your Computer - For Windows Users
•Set USBCONNECT in 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/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only).
Page 191 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 192 Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” on your computer – For Windows users Disconnect the USB cable and eject the “Memory Stick” or set the POWER switch to OFF(CHG). – For Windows 2000 Professional/Me, Windows XP Home Edition/Professional users To unplug the USB cable, eject the “Memory Stick”...
Page 193: Connecting Your Camcorder To Your Computer Using The Usb Cable - For Macintosh Users
– For Macintosh users When connecting to a computer using the USB cable You must install a USB driver onto your computer in order to connect the camcorder to the computer’s USB connector. The USB driver can be found on the CD-ROM supplied, along with the application software required for viewing images.
Page 194 Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Macintosh users Installing the USB driver Do not connect the USB cable to your computer before installation of the USB driver is completed. For Mac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0 users (1) Turn on your computer and allow the Mac OS to load.
Page 195: 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.
Page 196: Capturing Images From An Analog Video Unit On Your Computer - Signal Convert Function
•You cannot record or capture the video output via your camcorder when the video tapes include copyright protection signals such as the ID-2 system. •You can capture images and sound with an S video cable (optional) instead of the A/V connecting cable (supplied).
Page 197: Using The Network Function
You can access the Internet using a Bluetooth equipped device that is complied to the camcorder. Once the access is made, you can view a Web page, send/receive your e-mail, etc. This section describes only how to open the Network Menu.
Page 198 Put it back in the holder. Hold the stylus correctly as shown in the illustration and insert it until it clicks. On trademarks •The BLUETOOTH trademarks are owned by their proprietor and used by Sony Corporation under license. •All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Page 199: Customizing Your Camcorder
— Customizing Your Camcorder — Changing the default settings with the menu To change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial. The default settings can be partially changed. First, select the icon, then the menu item and then the mode.
Page 200: Changing The Default Settings With The Menu
Menu items differ depending on the position of the POWER switch. The screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment. The POWER switch is the name of the switch on the DCR-TRV50. It is referred to as MEMORY on the DCR-TRV40. Icon/item Mode...
Page 201 To set the INTERVAL and REC TIME for interval recording The HOLOGRAM AF emits when focusing on subjects is difficult in dark places (p. 132) The HOLOGRAM AF does not emit. appears. Your camcorder prevents excessive (continued on the following page) POWER switch CAMERA...
Page 202 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. 196) To set the brightness on the LCD screen to normal To brighten the LCD screen To adjust the color on the LCD screen, turn the SEL/PUSH EXE dial.
Page 203 Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item Mode MEMORY SET STILL SET BURST z OFF NORMAL HIGH SPEED EXP BRKTG MULTI SCRN QUALITY z SUPER FINE FINE STANDARD IMAGESIZE z 1360 1020 640 480 MOVIE SET IMAGESIZE z 320 240 160 112 REMAIN z AUTO...
Page 204 – Eject the “Memory Stick” •The supplied or optional “Memory Stick” has been formatted at factory. Formatting “Memory Stick”s on your camcorder is not required. •You cannot format the “Memory Stick” if the write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK.
Page 205 Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item Mode PRINT SET DATE/TIME z OFF DATE DAY&TIME CM SET TITLE —— TITLEERASE —— TITLE DSPL z ON CM SEARCH z ON TAPE TITLE —— ERASE ALL —— Note on PRINT SET DATE/TIME is displayed only when an external printer (optional) is connected to the intelligent accessory shoe.
Page 206 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 207 To connect and recognize the “Memory Stick” drive. To connect and only copy a “Memory Stick” image from your camcorder to a computer (only with Windows XP or Mac OS X) 1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select USBCONNECT followed by PTP, then press the dial to set.
Page 208 To display date and time during playback when pressing DATA CODE on the Remote Commander Temporarily change the area where you are using your camcorder Not during daylight saving time During daylight saving time To output the melody when you start/stop...
Page 209 When recording a close subject When REC LAMP is set to ON, the red camera recording lamp on the front of the camcorder may reflect on the subject if it is close. In this case, we recommend that you set REC LAMP to OFF.
Page 210: 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 authorized Sony service facility. If “C:ss:ss” appears on the screen, the self-diagnosis display function has worked. See page 217.
Page 211 • If 10 minutes elapse after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or DEMO MODE is set to ON in the menu settings without a cassette and a “Memory Stick” inserted, your camcorder automatically starts the demonstration. c Insert a cassette or a “Memory Stick” and the demonstration stops.
Page 212 Types of trouble and how to correct trouble In the playback 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 213 Use a charged battery pack (p. 15, 16). • Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least one hour to acclimatize (p. 228). • The gold-plated connector of the cassette is dirty or dusty.
Page 214: Memory Stick"S (P
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...
Page 215 VCR again (p. 89) • 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. 94). • You have attempted to set a program on a blank portion of the tape.
Page 216 • The battery pack is not properly installed. c Install it properly (p. 15). • Something is wrong with the battery pack. c Please contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. • Disconnect the power cord of the AC power adaptor or remove the battery, then reconnect it in about one minute.
Page 217: Self-Diagnosis Display
E:61:ss E:62:ss E:91:ss If you are unable to rectify the problem even if you try corrective actions a few times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. LCD screen, viewfinder or display window Self-diagnosis display • C:ss:ss You can service your camcorder yourself.
Page 218: Warning Indicators And Messages
Fast flashing: •The battery is dead (p. 16). % 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. 228). Warning indicator as to cassette...
Page 219 (p. 157).* No “Memory Stick” is inserted.* You are trying to record an image with sound that cannot be recorded by your camcorder on “Memory Stick” (p. 148).* The “Memory Stick” data is corrupted (p. 119).* The “Memory Stick” is not recognized. Check the format (p.
Page 220: Additional Information
Cassettes with cassette memory have the We recommend that you 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.
Page 221: Audio Mode
“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. 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 222 When affixing a label on the cassette Be sure to affix a label only at the locations illustrated below [a] to prevent malfunction of your camcorder. After using the cassette Rewind the tape to the beginning, put the cassette in its case, and store it upright.
Page 223: About The "Infolithium" Battery Pack
We recommend the following to ensure longer battery pack use: – Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it up, and insert it in your camcorder immediately before you start taking shots.
Page 224: Battery Life
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 until the power goes off without a cassette inserted.
Page 225: About I.link
About the name “i.LINK” i.LINK is a more familiar term for IEEE 1394 data transport bus proposed by SONY, and is a trademark approved by many corporations. IEEE 1394 is an international standard standardized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers.
Page 226 DV jacks, see page 88 and 102. This unit can also be connected to other i.LINK (DV) compatible equipment made by SONY (e.g. VAIO series personal computer) other than video equipment. Before connecting this unit to a personal computer, make sure that application software supported by this unit is already installed on the personal computer.
Page 227: Using Your Camcorder Abroad
Countries and areas where you can use network functions are restricted. For details, refer to the separate Network Operating Instructions. (DCR-TRV50 only) You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
Page 228: Maintenance Information And Precautions
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 229 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 230: Adjusting The Lcd Screen (Calibration)
The buttons on the touch panel may not work correctly. If this happens, follow the procedure below. (1) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). (2) Eject the cassette from your camcorder, then disconnect any connecting cable from your camcorder. (3) Set the POWER switch to VCR while pressing DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL on your camcorder, then keep pressing DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL for about five seconds.
Page 231 • Do not press the LCD screen with sharp objects other than the stylus supplied. (DCR- TRV50 only) • If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction.
Page 232: About Care And Storage Of The Lens
•Clean the lens with a soft brush to remove dust. If there are fingerprints on the lens, remove them with a soft cloth. •Clean the camcorder body with a dry soft cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent which may damage the finish.
Page 233: 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 234: Specifications
Specifications Video camera recorder System Video recording system 2 rotary heads Helical scanning system Audio recording system Rotary heads, PCM system Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 32 kHz, stereo 1, stereo 2), 16 bits (Fs 48 kHz, stereo) Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette Mini DV cassette with the mark printed...
Page 235 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 4.5 W Viewfinder 3.4 W Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature –20°C to + 60°C (–4°F to + 140°F) Dimensions (Approx.)
Page 236: Quick Reference
5 Infrared rays emitter (p. 34, 92) Note on the Carl Zeiss lens 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.
Page 237 Identifying parts and controls qa PHOTO button (p. 47, 52, 126) qs LOCK switch (p. 26) qd DC IN jack cover qf DC IN jack (p. 19) qg START/STOP button (p. 26) qh POWER switch (p. 26) qj EDITSEARCH button (p. 38) qk NIGHTSHOT switch (p.
Page 238 (optional). This jack also accepts a “plug-in-power” microphone. es S VIDEO ID-2 jack (p. 46, 86, 137, 149) ed i (headphones) jack (green) When you use headphones, the speaker on your camcorder is silent. ef AUDIO/VIDEO jack (yellow) (p. 46, 86, 137, 149)
Page 239 Identifying parts and controls eg Intelligent accessory shoe (p. 106) eh LCD/Touch panel screen (p. 24, 29, 120) ej Speaker ek VOLUME buttons (p. 40) el DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL button (p. 42) r; MENU button (p. 199) Notes on the intelligent accessory shoe •The intelligent accessory shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light or microphone.
Page 240 Identifying parts and controls rs OPEN button (p. 26) rd FOCUS switch (p. 69) rf RESET button (p. 216) rg FADER button (p. 58) rh BACK LIGHT button (p. 34) rj Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 30) rk NETWORK button (DCR-TRV50 only) (p.
Page 241 Lens cap (p. 26) tl Cassette lid (p. 23) y; Tripod receptacle Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely, and the screw may damage your camcorder.
Page 242: 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. 47, 52, 126) 2 DISPLAY button (p. 42) 3 Memory control buttons 4 SEARCH MODE button (p.
Page 243 Sony VCRs to avoid erroneous remote control operation. If you use another Sony VCR in the commander mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the commander mode or covering the sensor of the VCR...
Page 244: Back Light (P
Identifying parts and controls Operation indicators LCD screen and Viewfinder 120min – STILL 16 : 9WIDE NEG. ART AUTO 60 AWB F1.8 1 Cassette memory (p. 33, 220) 2 Remaining battery time (p. 33) 3 Zoom (p. 31)/Exposure (p. 67)/ Data file name (p.
Page 245: Index
Index A, B AC power adaptor ... 16 Adjusting viewfinder ... 30 Audio dubbing ... 106 AUDIO MIX ... 202 Audio mode ... 206 Auto red-eye reduction ... 49, 130 AUTO SHTR ... 200 A/V connecting cable ... 46, 86, 100, 137, 149, 196 BACK LIGHT ...
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