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Page 1: Digital Video Camera
3-058-871-32 (2) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. DCR-TRV320 DCR-TRV120/TRV320 ©2000 Sony Corporation... - Page 2 Welcome ! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder. With your Digital Handycam, you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Digital Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Quick Start Guide Customizing Your Camcorder ......... 4 Changing the menu settings ......63 Resetting the date and time ......70 Getting started Using this manual ..........6 “Memory Stick” operations Checking supplied accessories ....... 8 (DCR-TRV320 only) Step 1 Preparing the power supply .... -
Page 4: Quick Start Guide
Quick Start Guide This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Connecting the power cord (p. 13) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 9). Open the DC IN jack cover. -
Page 5: Recording A Picture
Recording a picture (p. 15) Remove the lens cap. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. Press the red button. Your camcorder starts recording. To stop recording, press the red button again. Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. -
Page 6: Getting Started
— Getting started — Using this manual The instructions in this manual are for the two models listed in the table below. Before you start reading this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder. The DCR-TRV320 is the model used for illustration purposes. -
Page 7: Precautions On Camcorder Care
Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care •The LCD screen and the viewfinder are manufactured using high-precision technology. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, green or white) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder. -
Page 8: Checking Supplied Accessories
Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) 6 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 26) (p. 127) 7 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 124) 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 10) 8 Lens cap (1) (p. -
Page 9: Step 1 Preparing The Power Supply
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Install the battery pack to use your camcorder outdoors. Slide the battery pack down until it clicks. To remove the battery pack Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing BATT RELEASE down. -
Page 10: Charging The Battery Pack
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after charging it for your camcorder. Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L series). (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the plug’s v mark facing up. -
Page 11: Charging Time
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time “– – – – min” appears in the display window. While charging the battery pack, no indicator appears or the indicator flashes in the display window in the following cases: –... -
Page 12: Playing Time
The “InfoLITHIUM” is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange data such as battery consumption with compatible electronic equipment. This unit is compatible with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L series). Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery. “InfoLITHIUM” battery packs have the mark. “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. -
Page 13: Connecting To A Wall Outlet
•The DC IN jack has “source priority”. This means that the battery pack cannot supply any power if the power cord is connected to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is not plugged into a wall outlet. Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (not supplied). -
Page 14: Step 2 Inserting A Cassette
Step 2 Inserting a cassette We recommend using Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes. (1) Prepare the power supply (p. 9). (2) Open the lid of the cassette compartment, and press EJECT. The cassette compartment opens automatically. (3) Insert a cassette with its window facing out and the write-protect tab on the cassette up. -
Page 15: Recording - Basics
— Recording – Basics — Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for you. (1) Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on its sides and attach the lens cap to the grip strap. (2) Install the power source and insert a cassette. See “Step 1” and “Step 2” for more information (p. -
Page 16: Adjusting The Lcd Screen
Recording a picture Note on LOCK (DCR-TRV320 only) When you slide LOCK to the left, the POWER switch can no longer be set to MEMORY accidentally. The LOCK is released as a default setting. To enable smooth transition You can make the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene smooth as long as you do not eject the cassette if you turn off your camcorder. -
Page 17: Using The Zoom Feature
Recording a picture After recording (1) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHARGE). (2) Close the LCD panel. (3) Eject the cassette. Using the zoom feature Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. Using the zoom function sparingly results in better-looking recordings. - Page 18 Recording a picture To record pictures with the viewfinder – adjusting the viewfinder If you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus.
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Page 19: Shooting Backlit Subjects - Back Light
Recording a picture Shooting backlit subjects – BACK LIGHT When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the backlight function. Press BACK LIGHT in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV320 only) mode. The . -
Page 20: Using The Nightshot Light
Recording a picture Using SUPER NIGHTSHOT The Super NightShot mode makes subjects up to 16 times brighter than those recorded in the NightShot mode. (1) Slide NIGHTSHOT to ON in CAMERA mode. and “NIGHTSHOT” indicators flash on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (2) Press SUPER NIGHTSHOT. -
Page 21: Self-Timer Recording
Recording a picture Self-timer recording – DCR-TRV320 only Recording with the self-timer starts in 10 seconds automatically. This mode is useful when you want to record yourself. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) Press (self-timer) in the standby mode. The (self-timer) indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. -
Page 22: Editsearch/Rec Review
Checking the recording – END SEARCH/EDITSEARCH/Rec Review You can use these buttons to check the recorded picture or shoot so that the transition between the last recorded scene and the next scene you record is smooth. EDIT SEARCH SEARCH END SEARCH You can go to the end of the recorded section after you record. -
Page 23: Playback - Basics
— Playback – Basics — Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. If you close the LCD panel, you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. (1) Install the power source and insert the recorded tape. -
Page 24: Using The Data Code Function
Playing back a tape To display the screen indicators – Display function Press DISPLAY on your camcorder or the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. The indicators appear on the LCD screen. To make the indicators disappear, press DISPLAY again. DATA CODE DISPLAY Using the data code function... -
Page 25: Various Playback Modes
Playing back a tape Various playback modes To operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to VTR. To view a still image (playback pause) Press X during playback. To resume playback, press X or N. To advance the tape Press M in the stop mode. -
Page 26: Viewing The Recording On Tv
Viewing the recording on TV Connect your camcorder to your TV or VCR with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder to watch the playback picture on the TV screen. You can operate the playback control buttons in the same way as when you monitor playback pictures on the LCD screen. - Page 27 To cancel the super laser link function Press S.LASER LINK. The lamp on the S.LASER LINK button goes out. If you use a Sony TV •You can turn on the TV automatically when you press S.LASER LINK on your camcorder. To do so, do as follows in advance: –...
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Page 28: Advanced Recording Operations
— Advanced Recording Operations — Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording You can record a still image like a photograph. This mode is useful when you want to record an image such as a photograph or when you print a picture using a video printer (not supplied). -
Page 29: Self-Timer Tape Photo Recording
Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording Self-timer tape photo recording – DCR-TRV320 only You can record still images on tapes with the self-timer. This mode is useful when you want to record yourself. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) In the standby mode, press (self-timer). -
Page 30: Printing The Still Image
Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording Printing the still image You can print a still image by using the video printer (not supplied). Connect the video printer using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Connect the A/V connecting cable to the AUDIO/VIDEO jack and connect the yellow plug of the cable to the video input of the video printer. -
Page 31: Using The Wide Mode
Using the wide mode You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE). Black bands appear on the LCD screen during recording in 16:9WIDE mode [a]. The picture during playing back in the viewfinder, on a normal TV [b] or a wide-screen TV [c] are compressed in the widthwise direction. -
Page 32: Using The Fader Function
Using the fader function You can fade the picture in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. STBY FADER M.FADER (mosaic) 1) 2) BOUNCE OVERLAP WIPE (random dot) STBY MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to color. When fading out the picture gradually changes from color to black-and-white. - Page 33 Using the fader function (1) When fading in [a] In the standby mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes. When fading out [b] In the recording mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes. The indicator changes as follows: FADER t M.FADER t BOUNCE t MONOTONE t OVERLAP t WIPE t DOT The last selected fader mode is indicated first of all.
- Page 34 Using the Fader function Notes •The overlap, wipe and dot functions work only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •You cannot use the following functions while using the fader function. Also, you cannot use the fader function while using the following functions: –...
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Page 35: Using Special Effects - Picture Effect
Using special effects – Picture effect You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on the NEG. ART [a] : The color and brightness of the image is reversed. SEPIA : The image is sepia. B&W : The image is monochrome (black-and-white). -
Page 36: Using Special Effects - Digital Effect
Using special effects – Digital effect You can add special effects to recorded images using the various digital functions. The sound is recorded normally. STILL You can record a still images so that it is superimposed on a moving image. FLASH (FLASH MOTION) You can record still images successively at constant intervals. - Page 37 Using special effects – Digital effect (1) Press DIGITAL EFFECT in CAMERA mode. The digital effect indicator appears. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired digital effect mode. The indicator changes as follows: STILL y FLASH y LUMI. y TRAIL y SLOW SHTR y OLD MOVIE (3) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
- Page 38 Using special effects – Digital Effect Notes •The following functions do not work during digital effect: – Fader – Low lux mode of PROGRAM AE – Tape photo recording – Super NightShot •The following functions do not work in the slow shutter mode: –...
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Page 39: Using The Program Ae Function
Using the PROGRAM AE function You can select PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to suit your specific shooting requirements. Spotlight mode This mode prevents people’s faces, for example, from appearing excessively white when shooting subjects lit by strong light in the theater. Soft portrait mode This mode brings out the subject while creating a soft background for subjects such as people or flowers. - Page 40 Using the PROGRAM AE function (1) Press PROGRAM AE in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV320 only) mode. The PROGRAM AE indicator appears. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired mode. The indicator changes as follows: PROGRAM To turn the PROGRAM AE function off Press PROGRAM AE.
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Page 41: Adjusting The Exposure Manually
Adjusting the exposure manually You can manually adjust and set the exposure. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases: – The subject is backlit – Bright subject and dark background – To record dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully (1) Press EXPOSURE in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV320 only) mode. -
Page 42: Focusing Manually
Focusing manually You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases: •The autofocus mode is not effective when shooting: – subjects through glass coated with water droplets. – horizontal stripes. – subjects with little contrast with backgrounds such as walls and sky. •When you want to change the focus from a subject in the foreground to a subject in the background. -
Page 43: Superimposing A Title
Superimposing a title You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles (p. 45). You can also select the language, color, size and position of titles. VACATION (1) Press TITLE to display the title menu in the standby mode. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. - Page 44 Superimposing a title To superimpose the title while you are recording Press TITLE while you are recording, and carry out steps 2 to 5. When you press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial at step 5, the title is recorded. To select the language of a preset title If you want to change the language, select before step 2.
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Page 45: Making Your Own Titles
Making your own titles You can make up to two titles and store them in your camcorder. Each title can have up to 20 characters. (1) Press TITLE in the standby or VTR mode. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. -
Page 46: To Change A Title You Have Stored
Making your own titles To change a title you have stored In step 3, select CUSTOM1 or CUSTOM2, depending on which title you want to change, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [C], then press the dial to delete the title. -
Page 47: Inserting A Scene
Inserting a scene You can insert a scene in the middle of a recorded tape by setting the start and end points. The previously recorded frames between these start and end points will be erased. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) While your camcorder is in the standby mode, keep pressing EDITSEARCH, and release the button at the insert end point [b]. -
Page 48: Advanced Playback Operations
— Advanced Playback Operations — Playing back a tape with picture effects During playback, you can process a scene using the picture effect functions: NEG.ART, SEPIA, B&W and SOLARIZE. During playback, press PICTURE EFFECT and turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial until the desired picture effect indicator (NEG.ART, SEPIA, B&W or SOLARIZE) appears. -
Page 49: Playing Back A Tape With Digital Effects
Playing back a tape with digital effects During playback, you can process a scene using the digital effect functions: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL. (1) During playback, press DIGITAL EFFECT and turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial until the desired digital effect indicator (STILL, FLASH, LUMI. or TRAIL) flashes. -
Page 50: Enlarging Recorded Images - Pb Zoom
Enlarging recorded images – PB ZOOM You can enlarge moving and still images recorded on tapes. Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on “Memory Stick”s (DCR-TRV320 only). (1) Press PB ZOOM on your camcorder while you are playing back. The image is enlarged, and R r appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. -
Page 51: Quickly Locating A Scene Using The Zero Set Memory Function
Quickly locating a scene using the zero set memory function Your camcorder goes forward or backward to automatically stop at a desired scene having a counter value of “0:00:00”. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Use this function, for example, to view a desired scene later on during playback. (1) In the playback mode, press DISPLAY. -
Page 52: Searching A Recording By Date - Date Search
Searching a recording by date – Date search You can automatically search for the point where the recording date changes and start playback from that point (Date search). Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Use this function to check where recording dates change or to edit the tape at each recording date. - Page 53 Searching a recording by date – Date search Notes •The date search works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. •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 in the recorded portions The date search function may not work correctly.
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Page 54: Searching For A Photo - Photo Search/Photo Scan
Searching for a photo – Photo search/Photo scan You can search for the still image recorded on tape (photo search). You can also search for still images one after another and display each image for five seconds automatically (photo scan). Use the Remote Commander for these operations. Searching for a photo (1) Set the POWER switch to VTR. -
Page 55: Scanning Photo
Searching for a photo – Photo search/Photo scan Scanning photo (1) Set the POWER switch to VTR. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until the photo scan indicator appears. The indicator changes as follows: DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH t PHOTO SCAN (3) Press . -
Page 56: Editing
— Editing — Dubbing a tape Using the A/V connecting cable Connect your camcorder to the VCR using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, and insert the recorded tape into your camcorder. -
Page 57: Using The I.link Cable (Dv Connecting Cable)
Dubbing a tape Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (not supplied) to DV IN/OUT and to DV IN/OUT of the DV products. With digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing. -
Page 58: Using With Analog Video Unit And Pc - Signal Convert Function
Using with analog video unit and PC – Signal convert function You can capture images and sound from an analog video unit connected to a PC which has the i. LINK (DV) jack to your camcorder. Analog video signals t Digital video signals (1) Set the POWER switch to VTR. -
Page 59: Recording Video Or Tv Programs
Recording video or TV programs Using the A/V connecting cable You can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has video/ audio outputs. Use your camcorder as a recorder. (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. - Page 60 Recording video or TV programs Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (not supplied) to DV IN/OUT and to DV IN/OUT of the DV products. With digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing.
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Page 61: Inserting A Scene From A Vcr - Insert Editing
Inserting a scene from a VCR – Insert Editing You can insert a new scene from a VCR onto your originally recorded tape by specifying the insert start and end points. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Connections are the same as in “Recording video or TV programs” on page 59, 60. Insert a cassette containing the desired scene to insert into the VCR. -
Page 62: Inserting A Scene From A Vcr – Insert Editing
Inserting a scene from a VCR – Insert Editing (1) Set the POWER switch to VTR. (2) On the VCR, locate just before the insert start point [a], then press X to set the VCR to the playback pause mode. (3) On your camcorder, locate the insert end point [c] by pressing m or M. -
Page 63: Customizing Your Camcorder
— Customizing Your Camcorder — Changing the menu settings To change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial. The default settings can be partially changed. First, select the icon, then the menu item and then the mode. (1) In CAMERA, VTR or MEMORY (DCR-TRV320 only) mode, press MENU. - Page 64 Changing the menu settings Menu items are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VTR SET LCD SET MEMORY SET (DCR-TRV320 only) TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Selecting the mode setting of each item z is the default setting. Menu items differ according to the position of the POWER switch.
- Page 65 Changing the menu settings POWER Icon/item Mode Meaning switch HiFi SOUND z STEREO To play back a stereo tape or dual sound track tape with main and sub sound. (p. 102) To play back a stereo tape with the left sound or a dual sound tape with main sound.
- Page 66 Changing the menu settings POWER Icon/item Mode Meaning switch LCD B. L. z BRT NORMAL To set the brightness on the LCD screen normal CAMERA BRIGHT To brighten the LCD screen MEMORY LCD COLOR To adjust the color on the LCD screen, turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the CAMERA following bar...
- Page 67 Changing the menu settings POWER Icon/item Mode Meaning switch REC MODE z SP To record in the SP (Standard Play) mode CAMERA To increase the recording time to 1.5 times the SP mode AUDIO MODE z 12BIT To record or play back in the 12-bit mode (two VTR* stereo sounds) CAMERA...
- Page 68 To automatically turn on the Sony TV when MEMORY using the super laser link function TV INPUT z VIDEO1 To switch the video input on a Sony TV when VIDEO2 using the super laser link function (p. 27) CAMERA VIDEO3 MEMORY —...
- Page 69 Changing the menu settings POWER Icon/item Mode Meaning switch WORLD TIME ——— To set the clock to the local time. CAMERA Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to set a time MEMORY difference. The clock changes by the time difference you set here. If you set the time difference to 0, the clock returns to the originally set time.
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Page 70: Resetting The Date And Time
Resetting the date and time The default clock setting is set to Tokyo time for the models sold in Japan, and to Hong Kong, New York or Panama time for other models. The date and time are held in memory by the lithium battery. If you replace the lithium battery with the battery pack or other power source connected, you need not reset the date and time. -
Page 71: Memory Stick" Operations
— “Memory Stick” operations — Using “Memory Stick”–introduction – DCR-TRV320 only You can record and play back still images on the “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder. You can easily play back, record or delete still images. You can exchange image data with other equipment such as a personal computer etc., using the serial port adaptor for “Memory Stick”... - Page 72 • If you cannot use the “Memory Stick” that has been used on other equipment, format the “Memory Stick” on your camcorder following the steps on page 66. Note that all images on the “Memory Stick” will be deleted if you format it. “Memory Stick” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
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Page 73: Inserting "Memory Stick
Using “Memory Stick”–introduction Inserting “Memory Stick” (1) Open the lid of the cassette compartment. (2) Insert the “Memory Stick” with the v mark facing toward the “Memory Stick” compartment as illustrated until it clicks. (3) Close the lid of the cassette compartment. “Memory Stick”... -
Page 74: Selecting Image Quality Mode
Using “Memory Stick”–introduction Selecting image quality mode You can select image quality mode in still image recording. Default setting is FINE. (1) Set the POWER switch to VTR or MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU to make the menu display appear. -
Page 75: Image Quality Settings
Using “Memory Stick”–introduction Image quality settings Setting Meaning FINE (FINE) Use this mode when you want to record high quality images. The image is compressed to about 1/6. STANDARD (STD) This is the standard image quality. The image is compressed to about 1/10. Differences in image quality mode Recorded images are compressed in JPEG format before being stored into memory. -
Page 76: Recording Still Images On "Memory Stick" - Memory Photo Recording
Recording still images on “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording – DCR-TRV320 only You can select the FIELD or FRAME mode in still image recording. Your camcorder compensates for camera-shake when recording moving subjects in the FIELD mode. Your camcorder records still images in high quality in the FRAME mode. Select the FIELD or FRAME in the menu settings (p. -
Page 77: Recording Images Continuously
Recording still images on “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work: wide mode, digital effect, picture effect, title, low lux mode of PROGRAM AE. When you are recording a still image You can neither turn off the power nor press PHOTO. - Page 78 Recording still images on “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU to make the menu display appear. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial.
- Page 79 Recording still images on “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording Continuous shooting settings Setting Meaning (indicator on the screen) Your camcorder shoots one image at a time. (no indicator) MULTI SCRN Your camcorder shoots 9 still images at about 0.5 sec intervals and displays the images on a single page divided into 9 boxes.
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Page 80: Self-Timer Memory Photo Recording
Recording still images on “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording Self-timer memory photo recording You can record still images on “Memory Stick”s with the self-timer. This mode is useful when you want to record yourself. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. -
Page 81: Superimposing A Still Image In The "Memory Stick" On A Moving Image - Memory Mix
Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on a moving image – MEMORY MIX – DCR-TRV320 only You can superimpose a still image you have recorded on the “Memory Stick” on top of the moving image you are recording. M. - Page 82 Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on a moving image – MEMORY MIX Before operation Insert a Hi8 /Digital8 tape for recording and a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Press MEMORY MIX in the standby mode. The last recorded or last composed image appears on the lower part of the screen as a thumbnail image.
- Page 83 Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on a moving image – MEMORY MIX To change the still image to superimpose Do either of the following: – Press MEMORY+/– before step 7. – Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial before step 7, and repeat the procedure from step 4. To change the mode setting Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial before step 7, and repeat the procedure from step 4.
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Page 84: Recording An Image From A Tape As A Still Image
Recording an image from a tape as a still image – DCR-TRV320 only Your camcorder can read moving image data recorded on a tape in the Digital8 system, and record it as a still image on a “Memory Stick”. Your camcorder can also take in moving image data through the input connector and record it as a still image on a “Memory Stick”. -
Page 85: Recording A Still Image From Other Equipment
Recording an image from a tape as a still image Recording a still image from other equipment (1) Set the POWER switch to VTR and set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (2) Play back the recorded tape, or turn the TV on to see the desired program. The image from a TV or VCR appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. -
Page 86: Copying Still Images From A Tape - Photo Save
Copying still images from a tape – Photo save – DCR-TRV320 only Using the search function, you can automatically take in only still images from tapes recorded in the Digital8 system and record them on a “Memory Stick” in sequence. Before operation •... - Page 87 Copying still images from a tape – Photo save To stop copying Press MENU to stop copying. When the memory of the “Memory Stick” is full MEMORY FULL appears on the LCD screen, and the copying stops. Insert another “Memory Stick” and repeat the procedure from step 2. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike your camcorder.
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Page 88: Viewing A Still Image - Memory Photo Playback
Viewing a still image – Memory Photo playback – DCR-TRV320 only You can play back still images recorded on a “Memory Stick”. You can also play back 6 images at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VTR. - Page 89 Viewing a still image – Memory Photo playback Screen indicators during still image playback Image number/Total number of recorded images 21 / 40 1 0 0 - 0 0 2 1 MEMORY PLAY Print mark Protect indicator Data file name Playing back 6 recorded images at a time (index screen) You can play back 6 recorded images at a time.
- Page 90 Viewing a still image – Memory Photo playback Note When displaying the index screen, the number appears above each image. This indicates the order in which images are recorded on the “Memory Stick”. These numbers are different from the data file names. Files modified with personal computers These files may not be displayed on the index screen.
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Page 91: Copying The Image Recorded On "Memory Stick" To Tapes
Copying the image recorded on “Memory Stick” to tapes – DCR-TRV320 only You can copy still images or titles recorded on “Memory Stick”s and record them to /Digital8 tapes. Before operation Insert a Hi8 /Digital8 tape for recording and a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. - Page 92 Copying the image recorded on “Memory Stick” to tapes During copying You cannot operate the following buttons: MEMORY PLAY, MEMORY INDEX, MEMORY DELETE, MEMORY MIX, MEMORY +, and MEMORY –. Note on the index screen You cannot record the index screen. If you press the EDITSEARCH buttons during pause mode Memory playback stops.
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Page 93: Enlarging Still Images Recorded On "Memory Stick"S - Memory Pb Zoom
Enlarging still images recorded on “Memory Stick”s – Memory PB ZOOM – DCR-TRV320 only You can enlarge still images recorded on a “Memory Stick”. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VTR. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the right (unlock) position. -
Page 94: Playing Back Images In A Continuous Loop - Slide Show
Playing back images in a continuous loop – SLIDE SHOW – DCR-TRV320 only You can automatically play back images in sequence. This function is useful especially when checking recorded images or during a presentation. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. -
Page 95: Playing Back Images In A Continuous Loop – Slide Show
Playing back images in a continuous loop – SLIDE SHOW To view the recorded images on TV Connect your camcorder to a TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder before operation. If you change the “Memory Stick” during operation The slide show does not operate. -
Page 96: Preventing Accidental Erasure - Image Protection
Preventing accidental erasure – Image protection – DCR-TRV320 only To prevent accidental erasure of important images, you can protect selected images. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VTR. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the right (unlock) position. -
Page 97: Deleting Images
Deleting images – DCR-TRV320 only You can delete images stored in a “Memory Stick”. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. Deleting selected images (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VTR. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the right (unlock) position. - Page 98 Deleting images Deleting all the images You can delete all the unprotected images in the “Memory Stick”. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VTR. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU to make the menu display appear. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial.
- Page 99 Deleting images While DELETING appears Do not turn the POWER switch or press any buttons. If the write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK You cannot delete images.
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Page 100: Writing A Print Mark - Print Mark
Writing a print mark – PRINT MARK – DCR-TRV320 only You can specify the recorded still image to print out. This function is useful for printing out still images later. Your camcorder conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard for specifying the still images to print out. -
Page 101: Additional Information
— Additional Information — Digital8 system, recording and playback What is the “Digital8 system”? This video system has been developed to enable digital recording to Hi8 /Digital8 video cassette . Usable cassette tapes We recommend using Hi8 /Digital8 video cassette.* The recording time when you use your Digital8 system camcorder on Hi8 standard 8... - Page 102 Digital8 system, recording and playback When you playback a dual sound track tape When you use tapes recorded in the Digital8 system When you play back a Digital8 system tape which is dubbed from a dual sound track tape recorded in the DV system, set HiFi SOUND to the desired mode in the menu settings (p.
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Page 103: 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 104 DV jacks, see page 57. 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.
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Page 105: Changing The Lithium Battery In Your Camcorder
POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV320 only). In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 or Duracell DL-2025 lithium battery. Use of any other battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. - Page 106 (1) Open the LCD panel and open the lid of the lithium battery compartment. (2) Push the lithium battery up once and pull it out from the holder. (3) Install a Sony CR2025 or Duracell DL-2025 lithium battery with the positive (+) side facing out.
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Page 107: Troubleshooting
If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If “C:ss:ss” appears on the LCD screen, in the viewfinder or the display window, the self-diagnosis display function has worked. - Page 108 • The video head may be dirty. There are horizontal lines on the picture or the playback picture is c Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning not clear or does not appear. cassette (not supplied). (p. 117) No sound or only a low sound is •...
- Page 109 Troubleshooting In the recording and playback modes Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions The power does not turn on. • The battery pack is not installed, or is dead or nearly dead. c Install a charged battery pack. (p. 9, 10) •...
- Page 110 Troubleshooting When operating using the “Memory Stick” – DCR-TRV320 only Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The POWER switch is set to CAMERA or OFF (CHARGE). The “Memory Stick” does not function. c Set it to MEMORY. (p. 76) • The “Memory Stick” is not inserted. c Insert a “Memory Stick”.
- Page 111 • The AC power adaptor is disconnected. indicator appears or the indicator c Connect it firmly. (p. 13) flashes in the display window. • Something is wrong with the battery pack. c Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
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Page 112: Self-Diagnosis Display
Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony E:62:ss service facility and inform them of the 5-digit code. (example: E:61:10) 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. -
Page 113: Warning Indicators And Messages
Warning indicators and messages If indicators and messages appear on the LCD screen, in the viewfinder, or in the display window, check the following: See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Warning indicators The still image is protected* (DCR-TRV320 only) Slow flashing: •The still image is protected. -
Page 114: Warning Messages
Warning indicators and messages Warning messages • CLOCK SET Reset the date and time. (p. 70) • FOR “InfoLITHIUM” Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. (p. 12) BATTERY ONLY • 8mm TAPE t SP REC Use Hi8 /Digital8 tapes when you record Hi8 TAPE t LP/SP REC in the LP mode.* (p. -
Page 115: Using Your Camcorder Abroad
Using your camcorder abroad Using your camcorder abroad You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Your camcorder is an NTSC system based camcorder. If you want to view the playback picture on a TV, it must be an NTSC system based TV with VIDEO/AUDIO input jack. -
Page 116: Maintenance Information And Precautions
Maintenance information and precautions Moisture condensation If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside your camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or your camcorder may not operate correctly. - Page 117 – playback pictures are hardly visible. – playback pictures do not appear. If the above problem occurs, clean the video heads with the Sony V8-25CLD cleaning cassette (not supplied). Check the picture and if the above problem persists, repeat cleaning.
- Page 118 Maintenance information and precautions Removing dust from inside the viewfinder (1) 1Remove the screw with a screwdriver (not supplied). 2Then, while holding the RELEASE knob up, 3turn the eyecup in a counterclockwise direction and pull it out. (2) Clean the surface with a commercially available blower for a still camera. (3) Turn the eyecup in a clockwise direction, then replace the screw.
- Page 119 Digital8 or DV tape first, and then input it into your PC. When inputting the image recorded by Hi8/standard 8 system into Sony VAIO The Program Capture function of DVgate motion doesn’t work. To use this function, dub the image into a Digital8 or DV tape first, and then input it into your Sony VAIO.
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Page 120: Battery Pack
•If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water. •If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a doctor. If any problem occurs, unplug your camcorder and contact your nearest Sony dealer. -
Page 121: Specifications
Specifications DV input/output Video camera AC power adaptor 4-pin connector recorder Headphone jack Power requirements Stereo minijack (ø 3.5 mm) 100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz LANC control jack System Power consumption (DCR-TRV120) 23 W LANC /DIGITAL I/O jack Video recording system Output voltage (DCR-TRV320) -
Page 122: Quick Reference
7 Hooks for shoulder strap (p. 124) 4 BATT RELEASE lever (p. 9) 8 DC IN jack (p. 10) This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony video products. When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recommends that you purchase accessories with this “GENUINE VIDEO ACCESSORIES”... - Page 123 Identifying the parts and controls 9 Video control buttons (p. 23, 25) qg Infrared rays emitter (p. 19, 27) x STOP (stop) qh SUPER NIGHTSHOT button (p. 20) m REW (rewind) N PLAY (playback) qj NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 19) M FF (fastforward) qk Display window (p.
- Page 124 Identifying the parts and controls ws Eyecup ea MEMORY INDEX button* (p. 89) wd Viewfinder (p. 18, 118) es MEMORY DELETE button* (p. 97) wf MEMORY PLAY button* (p. 88) ed FADER button (p. 32) wg MEMORY – button* (p. 82, 88) ef BACK LIGHT button (p.
- Page 125 Identifying the parts and controls el Intelligent accessory shoe rh “Memory Stick” lamp* This lamp lights up while “Memory r; DATA CODE button (p. 24) Stick” is in the “Memory Stick” compartment. ra DISPLAY button (p. 24) rj PHOTO button (p. 28, 76) rs Lithium battery compartment (p.
- Page 126 Identifying the parts and controls y; S VIDEO ID-2 jack (p. 26) td EJECT button (p. 14) ya i (headphones) jack tf Access lamp* (p. 73) ys AUDIO/VIDEO ID-2 jack (p. 26, 30, 56, tg “Memory Stick” compartment* (p. 73) th LOCK knob* (p.
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Page 127: Remote Commander
•Your camcorder works in the Commander mode VTR 2. Commander modes 1, 2 and 3 are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in the Commander mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the Commander mode or covering the sensor of the VCR with black paper. - Page 128 Identifying the parts and controls Operation indicators LCD screen and Viewfinder Display window REC 0:00:00 M.FADER ZERO SET 16:9WIDE MEMORY SEPIA DATE SEARCH A/VtDV 1 6 B I T 1 Recording mode indicator (p. 15)/ qg Tape counter indicator (p. 18, 47, 51)/ Mirror mode indicator (p.
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Page 129: Quick Function Guide
Quick Function Guide Functions to adjust exposure (in the recording mode) •In a dark place NIGHTSHOT (p. 19) •In insufficient light Low lux mode (p. 39) •In dark environments such as sunset, fireworks, Sunset & moon mode (p. 39) or general night views •Shooting backlit subjects BACK LIGHT (p. -
Page 130: Index
Index A, B I, J, K, L AC power adaptor ....10 i.LINK ....... 57, 103, 126 Recording time ......11 Adjusting viewfinder ..... 18 Image protection ..... 96 Rec Review ......22 AFM HiFi Sound ....102 Image quality mode ....74 Remaining battery time AUDIO MIX ...... - Page 132 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan...