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 Model No. AC- Serial No.
Page 2: Declaration Of Conformity
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.
Page 3 CAUTION For customers in CANADA You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this CAUTION manual could void your authority to operate TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH this equipment. WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
Page 4: Main Features
Main Features Taking moving or still images, and playing them back • Recording a picture (p. 19) • Recording a still image on a tape (p. 33) • Playing back a tape (p. 27) • Recording still images on “Memory Stick” (p. 93) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) •...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Main Features ........... 4 Editing Quick Start Guide Dubbing a tape ..........60 ......... 6 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing ...... 63 Getting started Using with analog video unit and your computer – Signal convert function ..74 Using this manual ..........
Page 6: 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. 16) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 11). Open the DC IN jack cover.
Page 7 Recording a picture (p. 19) Remove the lens cap. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. To stop recording, press START/STOP button again. Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. Viewfinder The picture appears When the LCD panel is closed, use the viewfinder placing your...
Page 8: Getting Started
The DCR-TRV530 is the model used for illustration purposes. Otherwise, the model name is indicated in the illustrations. Any differences in operation are clearly indicated in the text, for example, “DCR-TRV530...
Page 9: Precautions On Camcorder Care
Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on mounted models only) •The LCD screen and the finder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and the finder.
Page 10: Checking Supplied Accessories
Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 146) (p. 152) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 19) 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 12) 8 USB cable (1) (p.
Page 11: Step 1 Preparing The Power Supply
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack We recommend using the battery pack when you use your camcorder outdoors. (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack down until it clicks. To remove the battery pack (1) Lift up the viewfinder.
Page 12: 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 (M series). See page 135 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.
Page 13 This unit is compatible with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (M series). Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery. “InfoLITHIUM” M series battery packs have the mark. “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. SERIES...
Page 14: Charging Time
Recording with Battery pack the viewfinder the LCD screen Continuous* Typical** Continuous* Typical** NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 DCR-TRV530 Recording with Recording with Battery pack the viewfinder the LCD screen Continuous* Typical** Continuous* Typical** NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-FM90...
Page 15: Playing Time
DCR-TRV230/TRV330 Playing time Playing time Battery pack on LCD screen with LCD closed NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 DCR-TRV530 Playing time Playing time Battery pack on LCD screen with LCD closed NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Approximate number of minutes when you use a fully charged battery Approximate continuous playing time at 25 °C (77 °F).
Page 16: 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 (optional).
Page 17: Step 2 Setting The Date And Time
Step 2 Setting the date and time Set the date and time settings when you use your camcorder for the first time. “CLOCK SET” will be displayed each time that you set the POWER switch to CAMERA/MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) unless you set the date and time settings.
Page 18: Step 3 Inserting A Cassette
Step 3 Inserting a cassette We recommend using Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes. (1) Prepare the power supply (p. 11). (2) Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens. (3) Insert the cassette in a straight line deeply into the cassette compartment with the window facing out.
Page 19: 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” to “Step 3” for more information (p.
Page 20: Adjusting The Lcd Screen
Recording a picture Note on LOCK (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) When you slide LOCK to the right, 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 21: Using The Zoom Feature
Recording a picture Brightness of the LCD screen You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. Select LCD B.L. or LCD BRIGHT in the menu settings (p. 79). Even if you adjust the LCD B.L. or LCD BRIGHT, the recorded picture will not be affected.
Page 22 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.
Page 23: 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-TRV330/TRV530 only) mode. The .
Page 24: 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 screen. (2) Press SUPER NIGHTSHOT. and “SUPER NIGHTSHOT”...
Page 25: Self-Timer Recording
Recording a picture Self-timer recording – DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only Recording with the self-timer starts in 10 seconds automatically. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) Press MENU to display the menu settings in the standby mode. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial.
Page 26: 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. EDITSEARCH END SEARCH END SEARCH You can go to the end of the recorded section after you record.
Page 27: 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 28 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 screen. To make the indicators disappear, press DISPLAY again. DISPLAY Using the data code function Your camcorder automatically records not only images on the tape but also the recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) (Data code).
Page 29: Various Playback Modes
Playing back a tape Recording data Recording data is your camcorder’s information when you have recorded. In the recording mode, the recording data will not be displayed. When you use data code function, bars (--- -- ---- and --:--:--) appear if: –...
Page 30 Playing back a tape In the various playback modes • Noise may appear when your camcorder plays back tapes recorded in the Hi8/ standard 8 system. • Sound is muted. • The previous recording may appear as a mosaic image when playing back in the Digital8 system.
Page 31: Viewing The Recording On Tv
Viewing the recording on TV Connect your camcorder to your TV 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 32 To cancel the super laser link function Press SUPER LASER LINK. The lamp on the SUPER LASER LINK button goes out. If you use a Sony TV • You can turn on the TV automatically when you press SUPER LASER LINK on your camcorder.
Page 33: 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 (optional).
Page 34 Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording Self-timer recording – DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only You can record still images on tapes with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) In the standby mode, press MENU to display the menu settings. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial.
Page 35: 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 (optional). 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 36: 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 or in the viewfinder during recording in 16:9 WIDE mode [a]. The picture during playing back on a normal TV [b] or a wide-screen TV [c] are compressed in the widthwise direction.
Page 37: 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) BOUNCE 1)2) OVERLAP WIPE (ramdom 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 38 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 39 Using the fader function While using the bounce function, you cannot use the following functions: – Focus – Zoom – Picture effect Note on the bounce function The BOUNCE indicator does not appear in the following mode or functions: – D ZOOM is activated in the menu settings –...
Page 40: 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 41: Using Special Effects - Digital Effect
Using special effects – Digital effect You can add special effects to recorded image using the various digital functions. The sound is recorded normally. STILL You can record a still image so that it is superimposed on a moving image. FLASH (FLASH MOTION) You can record still images successively at constant intervals.
Page 42 Using special effects – Digital effect (1) Press MENU to display the menu settings in CAMERA mode. (2) Turn SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (3) Turn SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select D EFFECT, then press the dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired digital effect mode.
Page 43 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 function does not work in the slow shutter mode: –...
Page 44: 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 This mode prevents people’s faces, for example, from appearing excessively white when shooting subjects lit by strong light in the theater. Soft portrait This mode brings out the subject while creating a soft background for subjects such as people or flowers.
Page 45 Using the PROGRAM AE function (1) Press MENU to display menu settings in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR- TRV330/TRV530 only) mode. (2) Turn SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (3) Turn SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PROGRAM AE, then press the dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired mode.
Page 46: 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-TRV330/TRV530 only) mode.
Page 47: 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 48: Superimposing A Title
Superimposing a title You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles (p. 50). 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. The title menu display appears on the screen.
Page 49 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.
Page 50: 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 VCR mode. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial.
Page 51: To Change A Title You Have Stored
Making your own titles To change a title you have stored In step 3, select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET, depending on which title you want to change, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [C], then press the dial to delete the title.
Page 52: 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 53: 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. (1) Press MENU to display the menu settings in the playback or playback pause mode.
Page 54: 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) Press MENU to display the menu settings in the playback mode. (2) Turn SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial.
Page 55: Enlarging Recorded Images - Tape Pb Zoom
Enlarging recorded images – Tape PB ZOOM You can enlarge moving and still images recorded on tapes. You can also dub the enlarged images to tapes or copy to “Memory Stick”s (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only). Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on “Memory Stick”s (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only).
Page 56: 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 57: 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 58: Searching For A Photo - Photo Search/Photo Scan
Searching for a photo – Photo search/Photo scan You can search for the recorded 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 VCR.
Page 59: 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 on the screen. The indicator changes as follows: DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH t PHOTO SCAN t (no indicator) (3) Press .
Page 60: Editing
— 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 61 Dubbing a tape If your VCR is a monaural type Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and the white or the red plug to the audio input jack on the VCR or the TV. When the white plug is connected, the left channel audio is output, and the red plug is connected, the right channel audio is output.
Page 62 Dubbing a tape Note on tapes that are not recorded in the Digital8 system The picture may fluctuate. This is not a malfunction. During playback of tapes recorded in the Hi8/standard 8 system Digital signals are output as the image signals from the DV IN/OUT jack. You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable).
Page 63: Dubbing Only Desired Scenes - Digital Program Editing
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing 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. Unwanted scene Unwanted scene Switch the order Before operating the Digital program editing function Step 1 Connecting the VCR (p.
Page 64: Set The Ir Setup Code
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the A/V connecting cable To edit using the VCR, send the control signal by infrared ray to the remote sensor on the VCR. When you connect using an A/V connecting cable, follow the procedure below, (1) to (4), to send the control signal correctly.
Page 65 The IR SETUP code is stored in the memory of your camcorder. Be sure to set the correct code depending on your VCR. Default setting is code number 3. Brand IR SETUP code Brand IR SETUP code Sony 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Multitech 23, 80, 32 Admiral (M. Wards) 89 21, 33, 35...
Page 66 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (2)Setting the modes to cancel recording pause on the VCR 1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PAUSEMODE, then press the dial. 2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the mode to cancel recording pause on the VCR, then press the dial.
Page 67 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (4) Confirming VCR operation 1 Insert a recordable tape into the VCR, then set to recording pause. 2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IR TEST, then press the dial. 3 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial. If the VCR starts recording, the setting is correct.
Page 68: Dv Connecting Cable
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) When you connect using an 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 69 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing Step 3: Adjusting the synchronicity of the VCR You can adjust the synchronicity of your camcorder and the VCR. Have a pen and paper ready for notes. Before operation, eject the cassette from your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER swtich to VCR on your camcorder.
Page 70 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing O T H E R S O T H E R S E D I T S E T E D I T S E T CON T RO L CON T RO L A D J T E S T A D J T E S T ”...
Page 71 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing Operation 1: Making the program (1) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder, and insert a tape for recording into the VCR. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial.
Page 72 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing Erasing the program you have set Erase OUT first and then IN from the last set 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. The last set program mark flashes, then the setting is canceled.
Page 73 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing Operation 2: Performing Digital program editing (Dubbing a tape) Make sure that your camcorder and VCR are connected, and that the VCR is set to recording pause. This procedure is not necessary when you use an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable).
Page 74: Using With Analog Video Unit And Your Computer - Signal Convert Function
Using with analog video unit and your computer – Signal convert function You can capture images and sound from an analog video unit connected to your computer which has the i. LINK (DV) jack to your camcorder. Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
Page 75: 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. Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder.
Page 76 Recording video or TV programs Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) 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. Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings.
Page 77: 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 75, 76. Insert a cassette containing the desired scene to insert into the VCR.
Page 78: Inserting A Scene From A Vcr – Insert Editing
Inserting a scene from a VCR – Insert Editing (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (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 79: 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, VCR or MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) mode, press MENU.
Page 80 Changing the menu settings To make the menu display disappear Press MENU. Menu items are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) PRINT SET (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Selecting the mode setting of each item z is the default setting.
Page 81 Changing the menu settings POWER Icon/item Mode Meaning switch SELFTIMER* CAMERA z OFF Not to use the self-timer function MEMORY To use the self-timer function D ZOOM z OFF To deactivate digital zoom. Up to 25 zoom is CAMERA carried out. MEMORY To activate digital zoom.
Page 82 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 To play back a stereo tape with the left sound or a dual sound track tape with main sound To play back a stereo tape with the right sound or a dual sound track tape with sub sound TBC*...
Page 83 Changing the menu settings POWER Icon/item Mode Meaning switch LCD BRIGHT — To adjust the brightness on the LCD screen CAMERA with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. MEMORY To darken To lighten CAMERA LCD B. L. z BRT NORMAL To set the brightness on the LCD screen backlight normal MEMORY BRIGHT...
Page 84 Changing the menu settings POWER Icon/item Mode Meaning switch *SLIDE SHOW — To play back images in a continuous loop MEMORY (p. 118) DELETE ALL — To delete all the images (p. 121) MEMORY FORMAT z RETURN To cancel formatting MEMORY To format an inserted “Memory Stick.”...
Page 85 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 CAMERA stereo sounds) VCR*...
Page 86 To automatically turn on the Sony TV when MEMORY using the super laser link function (p. 32) TV INPUT z VIDEO1 To switch the video input on a Sony TV when CAMERA VIDEO2 using the super laser link function (p. 32) VIDEO3 MEMORY —...
Page 87 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.
Page 88: Memory Stick" Operations
— “Memory Stick” operations — Using “Memory Stick”–introduction – DCR-TRV330/TRV530 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 your computer etc., using the USB cable for “Memory Stick”...
Page 89 “Memory Stick” on your camcorder following the steps on page 84. Note that all images on the “Memory Stick” will be deleted if you format it. “Memory Stick” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. •Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Page 90: Inserting "Memory Stick
Using “Memory Stick”–introduction Inserting “Memory Stick” Insert a “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick” slot as far as it can go with the v mark facing toward the “Memory Stick” slot as illustrated below. “Memory Stick” eject button “Memory Stick” slot Access lamp To eject the “Memory Stick”...
Page 91: Selecting Image Quality Mode
Using “Memory Stick”–introduction Selecting image quality mode You can select image quality mode in still image recording. The default setting is FINE. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR or MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU to make the menu display appear.
Page 92: 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 93: Recording Still Images On "Memory Stick" - Memory Photo Recording
Recording still images on “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording – DCR-TRV330/TRV530 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 94: Recording Images Continuously
Recording still images on “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording Notes •When recording fast-moving subjects in the FRAME mode, the recorded image blurry. •When recording in the FRAME mode, your camcorder may not correct camera-shake. We recommend that you shoot objects with a tripod. •When recording still images at step 2 with PHOTO pressed lightly, the image momentarily flickers.
Page 95 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 left (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 96 Recording still images on “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording Continuous shooting settings Setting Meaning (indicator on the screen) SINGLE 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.
Page 97: 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. You can use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the left (unlock) position.
Page 98: 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 – DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only You can superimpose a still image you have recorded on the “Memory Stick” on top of the moving image you are recording. You can record the superimposed images on a tape or a “Memory Stick”.
Page 99: Recording Superimposed Images On A Tape
Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX Recording superimposed images on a tape Before operation •Insert a Hi8 /Digital8 tape for recording into your camcorder. •Insert a “Memory Stick” is recorded still images into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
Page 100 Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an 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.
Page 101 Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX Recording superimposed images on a “Memory Stick” as a still image Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” is recorded still images into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the left position.
Page 102 Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an 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.
Page 103: Recording An Image From A Tape As A Still Image
Recording an image from a tape as a still image – DCR-TRV330/TRV530 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 104: Recording A Still Image From Other Equipment
Recording an image from a tape as a still image Recording a still image from other equipment Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Play back the recorded tape, or turn the TV on to see the desired program. The image from TV or VCR appears on the screen of your camcorder.
Page 105: Copying Still Images From A Tape - Photo Save
Copying still images from a tape – Photo save – DCR-TRV330/TRV530 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 •Insert a tape recorded in the Digital8 system and rewind the tape.
Page 106 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 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.
Page 107: Viewing A Still Image - Memory Photo Playback
Viewing a still image – Memory Photo playback – DCR-TRV330/TRV530 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 VCR.
Page 108 Viewing a still image – Memory Photo playback If “ NO FILE” appears on the screen No image is recorded on the “Memory Stick.” Image data modified with your computer or shot with other equipment You may not be able to play them back with your camcorder. Screen indicators during still image playback Image number/Total number of recorded images 21 / 40...
Page 109 Viewing a still image – Memory Photo playback A red B mark appears above the image that is displayed before changing to the index screen mode. B mark 100-0006 6 / 40 •To display the following 6 images, keep pressing MEMORY +. •To display the previous 6 images, keep pressing MEMORY –.
Page 110: Viewing Images Using Your Computer
Viewing images using your computer – DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only You can view data recorded on the “Memory Stick” using your computer. On file format Data recorded on the “Memory Stick” is stored in the JPEG format. Make sure that an application that supports JPEG file format is installed on your computer. Recommended computer environment Recommended Windows environment Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me or Windows 2000...
Page 111: Installing The Usb Driver
(5) Move the following 2 files from the window opened in step 3 to the System Folder icon in the window opened in step 4 (drag and drop). •Sony Camcorder USB Driver •Sony Camcorder USB Shim (6) When “Put these items into the Extensions folder?” appears, click OK.
Page 112: Viewing Images
Viewing images using your computer Viewing images For Windows 98 users (1) Turn on the power of your computer and allow Windows 98 to load. (2) Connect one end of the USB cable to the (USB) jack on the camcorder and the other end to the USB connector on your computer.
Page 113 Viewing images using your computer Notes on using your computer “Memory Stick” •“Memory Stick” operations on your camcorder cannot be assured if the “Memory Stick” has been formatted on your computer. •Do not optimize the “Memory Stick” on a Windows machine. This will shorten the “Memory Stick”...
Page 114: Copying The Image Recorded On "Memory Stick" To Tapes
Copying the image recorded on “Memory Stick” to tapes – DCR-TRV330/TRV530 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 115 Copying the image recorded on “Memory Stick” to tapes During copying You cannot operate the following buttons: – MEMORY PLAY – MEMORY INDEX – MEMORY DELETE – MEMORY +/– – MEMORY MIX Note on the index screen You cannot record the index screen. If you press EDITSEARCH during pause mode Memory playback stops.
Page 116: Enlarging Still Images Recorded On "Memory Stick"S - Memory Pb Zoom
Enlarging still images recorded on “Memory Stick”s – Memory PB ZOOM – DCR-TRV330/TRV530 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 VCR. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the left (unlock) position.
Page 117 Enlarging still images recorded on “Memory Stick”s – Memory PB ZOOM Note You cannot record the images enlarged by the PB ZOOM mode on “Memory Stick”s. In the PB ZOOM mode The digital effect function does not work. The PB ZOOM function is cancelled when the following buttons are pressed: –...
Page 118: Playing Back Images In A Continuous Loop - Slide Show
Playing back images in a continuous loop – SLIDE SHOW – DCR-TRV330/TRV530 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 119: Preventing Accidental Erasure - Image Protection
Preventing accidental erasure – Image protection – DCR-TRV330/TRV530 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 VCR. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the left (unlock) position.
Page 120: Deleting Images
Deleting images – DCR-TRV330/TRV530 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 VCR. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the left (unlock) position.
Page 121: Deleting All The Images
Deleting images Deleting all the images You can delete all the unprotected images in the “Memory Stick”. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set to the left (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 122 Deleting images To cancel deleting all the images in the “Memory Stick” Select RETURN in step 5, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC. 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.
Page 123: Writing A Print Mark - Print Mark
Writing a print mark – PRINT MARK – DCR-TRV330/TRV530 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 124: Using The Printer (Optional)
Using the printer (optional) – DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only You can use the printer (optional) on your camcorder to print images on the print paper. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the printer. There are various ways of printing still images. The following, however, describes how to print by selecting in the menu on your camcorder.
Page 125: 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 screen or the display window, the self-diagnosis display function has worked.
Page 126 • 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 (optional). (p. 140) No sound or only a low sound is •...
Page 127 Types of trouble and their solutions In the recording and playback modes Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The battery pack is not installed, or is dead or nearly dead. The power does not turn on. c Install a charged battery pack. (p. 11, 12) •...
Page 128 Troubleshooting When operating using the “Memory Stick” – DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions The “Memory Stick” does not • The POWER switch is not set to MEMORY. function. c Set it to MEMORY. (p. 93) • The “Memory Stick” is not inserted. c Insert a “Memory Stick”.
Page 129 Connect it firmly. (p. 16) • Something is wrong with the battery pack. c Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. • The battery pack is not properly installed. While charging the battery pack, the c Install it properly.
Page 130: 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 131: Warning Indicators And Messages
Warning indicators and messages If indicators and messages appear on the screen or in the display window, check the following. See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Warning indicators 100–0001 C:21:00 100-0001 Warning indicator as to file Q Warning indicator as to tape Slow flashing: Slow flashing:...
Page 132: Warning Messages
Warning indicators and messages Warning messages • CLOCK SET Set the date and time. (p. 17) • FOR “InfoLITHIUM” Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. (p. 135) 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 133: 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 134 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.
Page 135: About The "Infolithium" Battery Pack
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack What is the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack? The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for communicating information related to operating conditions between your camcorder and an AC power adaptor. The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack calculates the power consumption according to the operating conditions of your camcorder, and displays the remaining battery time in minutes.
Page 136: 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 137 DV jacks, see page 61 . 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 138: 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. When charging the battery pack, use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b].
Page 139: 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 140 – 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 (optional). Check the picture and if the above problem persists, repeat cleaning. Cleaning the LCD screen If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, we recommend using a LCD Cleaning Kit (optional) to clean the LCD screen.
Page 141 •If any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. •Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens. •Keep the POWER switch set to OFF (CHG) when you are not using your camcorder.
Page 142: About Care And Storage Of The Lens
DV tape first, and then input it into your computer. 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.
Page 143: 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 144: Specifications
Helical scaning system (ohms), unbalanced Audio recording system Audio/Video input/output DCR-TRV230/TRV330: 3.9 W Rotary heads, PCM system DCR-TRV530: 4.2 W AV MINIJACK, 1 Vp-p, 75 Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 32 kHz, Viewfinder (ohms), unbalanced, sync negative stereo 1, stereo 2), 16 bits 3.0 W...
Page 145 Specifications Type Supplied accessories Lithium ion See page 10. “Memory Stick” AC power adaptor (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 Power requirements 100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz only) Power consumption Memory 23 W Flash memory Output voltage 4MB: MSA-4A DC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.5 A in the Operating voltage operating mode 2.7 - 3.6 V...
Page 146: Quick Reference
9 Hooks for shoulder strap 5 Battery pack (p. 11) 0 DC IN jack (p. 12) 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 147 Identifying the parts and controls PLAY STOP PAUSE qa Video control buttons (p. 27, 29) qh Microphone x STOP (stop) qj Camera recording lamp (p. 19) m REW (rewind) N PLAY (playback) qk Infrared rays emitter (p. 23, 32) M FF (fastforward) ql NIGHTSHOT switch (p.
Page 148 Identifying the parts and controls wg EDITSEARCH buttons (p. 26) e; MEMORY INDEX button (p. 108) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) wh MEMORY PLAY button (p. 107) ea MEMORY DELETE button (p. 120) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) wj Speaker es EXPOSURE button (p. 46) wk MEMORY –...
Page 149 Identifying the parts and controls eg Intelligent accessory shoe rs “Memory Stick” eject button (p. 90) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) eh END SEARCH button (p. 26) rd “Memory Stick” slot (p. 90) ej DISPLAY button (p. 28) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) ek TITLE button (p. 48) rf Access lamp (p.
Page 150 Identifying the parts and controls rj Viewfinder (p. 22) td Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 22) rk LOCK knob (p. 19) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) tf OPEN/EJECT switch (p. 18) rl Grip strap tg Tripod receptacle (base) Make sure that the length of the tripod t;...
Page 151 Identifying the parts and controls tj AUDIO/VIDEO ID-2 jack y; LANC jack (p. 31, 60, 104) LANC stands for Local Application Control Bus System. The LANC control tk S VIDEO ID-2 jack (p. 31) jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video equipment and other tl DV IN/OUT jack (p.
Page 152: 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 153: Operation Indicators
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/V DV 16B I T 1 Recording mode indicator (p. 19) qg Tape counter indicator (p. 22)/Time /Mirror mode indicator (p.
Page 154: Index
Index A, B I, J, K, L Recording time ......14 AC power adaptor ....12 i.LINK ....... 61, 136 RESET button ......129 Adjusting viewfinder ..... 22 Image protection ....119 Rec Review ......26 AFM HiFi Sound ....134 Image quality mode ....
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