SONY DCR-TRV12E, DCR-TRV14E, DCR-TRV19, DCR-TRV19E Service Manual

DCR-TRV12E/TRV14E/

TRV19/TRV19E

RMT-814

SERVICE MANUAL

Ver 1.1 2003. 11

Revision History

Z MECHANISM

Link

SELF DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION

LEVEL 1

US Model

Canadian Model

Korea Model

AEP Model

East European Model

North European Model

ORNAMENTAL PARTSSPECIFICATIONS

DCR-TRV12E/TRV14E/TRV19E

DCR-TRV14E/TRV19E

Hong Kong Model

Australian Model

Chinese Model

DCR-TRV19

UK Model

E Model

DCR-TRV19/TRV19E

DCR-TRV19E

• INSTRUCTION MANUAL is shown at the end of this document.

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA RECORDER

DCR-TRV12E/TRV14E/TRV19/TRV19E

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Video camera recorder

System

Video recording system

2 rotary heads Helical scanning system

Audio recording system

Rotary heads, PCM system Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 32 kHz, stereo 1, stereo 2), 16 bits (Fs 48 kHz, stereo)

Video signal

DCR-TRV19: NTSC colour, EIA standards DCR-TRV12E/TRV14E/TRV19E: PAL colour, CCIR standards

Usable cassette

Mini DV cassette with the mark printed

Tape speed

SP: Approx. 18.81 mm/s LP: Approx. 12.56 mm/s

Recording/playback time (using cassette DVM60)

SP: 1 hour LP: 1.5 hours

Fastforward/rewind time (using cassette DVM60)

Approx. 2 min. and 40 seconds

Viewfinder

Electric viewfinder

black and white

Image device

DCR-TRV12E/TRV14E/TRV19E:

4.5 mm (1/4 type) CCD (Charge Coupled Device) Gross: DCR-TRV19: Approx. 680 000 pixels DCR-TRV12E/TRV14E/TRV19E: Effective (moving): DCR-TRV19: Approx. 340 000 pixels DCR-TRV12E/TRV14E/TRV19E:

Lens

Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar Combined power zoom lens Filter diameter: 30 mm (1 3/16 in) 10× (Optical), 120× (Digital)

Focal length

3.3 – 33 mm (5/32 – 1 5/16 in.) 42 – 420 mm (1 11/16 – 16 5/8

in.)

When converted to a 35 mm still camera

In CAMERA mode

Colour temperature

Auto, HOLD, INDOOR (3 200 K), OUTDOOR (5 800 K)

Minimum illumination

5 lx (lux) (F1.7) 0 lx (lux) (in the NightShot mode)*

* Objects unable to be seen due to

the dark can be shot with infrared lighting.

Input/Output connectors

S video output

4-pin mini DIN (DCR-TRV19/TRV19E only) Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω

(ohms), unbalanced Chrominance signal: DCR-TRV19:

0.286 Vp-p DCR-TRV12E/TRV14E/TRV19E:

0.3 Vp-p 75 Ω

(ohms), unbalanced

Audio/Video output

AV MINI JACK, 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced 327 mV, (at output impedance more than 47 kΩ (kilohms)) Output impedance with less than

2.2 kΩ (kilohms)/Stereo minijack (ø 3.5 mm) Input impedance more than 47 kΩ (kilohms) DV input (DCR-TRV19/TRV19E only)/output 4-pin connector

Headphone jack

Stereo minijack (ø 3.5 mm)

LANC jack

Stereo mini-minijack (ø 2.5 mm)

USB jack

mini-B

SPECIFICATIONS

MIC jack

Minijack, 0.388 mV low impedance with 2.5 to 3.0 V DC, output impedance 6.8 kΩ (kilohms) (ø 3.5 mm) Stereo type

LCD screen

Picture

6.2 cm (2.5 type)

50.3 × 37.4 mm (2 × 1 1/2 in.)

Total dot number

123 200 (560 × 220)

General

Power requirements

7.2 V (battery pack)

8.4 V (AC Adaptor)

Average power consumption (when using the battery pack)

3.3 W

2.5 W

During camera recording using LCD

Viewfinder

Operating temperature

0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Storage temperature

–20°C to + 60°C (–4°F to + 140°F)

Dimensions (approx.)

71 × 90 × 112 mm (2 7/8 × 3 5/8 × 4 1/2 in.) (w/h/d)

Mass (approx.)

Main unit only

520 g (1 lb 2 oz) Including the rechargeable battery pack NP-FM30, cassette DVM60 and lens cap

610 g (1 lb 5 oz)

Supplied accessories

See page 3.

AC Adaptor AC-L15A/L15B

Power requirements

100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Current consumption

0.35 – 0.18 A

Power consumption

18 W

Output voltage

DC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.5 A

Operating temperature

0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Storage temperature

–20°C to + 60°C (–4°F to + 140°F)

Dimensions (approx.)

56 × 31 × 100 mm (2 1/4 × 1 1/4 × 4 in.) (w/h/d) excluding projecting parts

Mass (approx.)

190 g (6.7 oz) excluding power cord

Rechargeable battery pack NP-FM30

Maximum output voltage

DC 8.4 V

Output voltage

DC 7.2 V

Capacity

5.0 Wh (700 mAh)

Dimensions (approx.)

38.2 × 20.5 × 55.6 mm (1 9/16 × 13/16 × 2 1/4 in.) (w/h/d)

Mass (approx.)

65 g (2.3 oz)

Operating temperature

0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Type

Lithium ion

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Checking supplied accessories.

Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder.

DCR-TRV12E/TRV14E/TRV19/TRV19E

Power cord (Main lead)(1) (AUS model)

1-696-819-21 Power cord (Main lead)(1) (AEP, E, EE, NE model)

1-769-608-11 Power cord (Main lead)(1) (CH model)

1-782-476-11 Power cord (Main lead)(1) (UK, HK model)

1-783-374-11 Power cord (Main lead)(1) (US, CND model)

1-790-107-22 Power cord (Main lead)(1) (KR model)

1-776-985-11

CD-ROM (SPVD-010 USB Driver) (1) (EXCEPT US, CND model) 3-078-942-03 CD-ROM (SPVD-010(I) USB Driver) (1) (US,CND model) 3-078-943-03

AC power adaptor (1) (AC-L15A)

(US, CND, AEP, UK, E, HK, AUS, EE, NE, KR model)

1-477-533-31 AC power adaptor (1) (AC-L15A) (CH model)

1-477-533-41

Lid Battery Case

(3-742-854-01)

Wireless Remote Commander (1) (RMT-814E) 1-475-141-61 (EXCEPT DCR-TRV12E)

Cleaning cloth (1) 3-073-861-01

21-pin adaptor (1)

(AEP, UK, EE, NE model)

1-770-783-21

NP-FM30 battery pack (1)

A-7096-387-A (US, CND)

A-7096-388-B (EXCEPT US,CND)

R6 (size AA) batteries for the Remote

Shoulder strap (1)

3-987-015-01 Commander (2) (not supplied)

Shoe cover (1) 3-080-571-01

2-pin conversion adaptor (1)

(E,HK only)

1-569-008-12

• Abbreviation CND : Canadian model EE : East European model NE : North European model HK : Hong Kong model

A/V connecting cable (1.5m) (1) 1-824-097-11

Lens cap (1) X-3953-088-1

USB cable (1) 1-823-931-11

AUS : Australian model CH : Chinese model KR : Korea model

Other accessories

3-080-368-11 MANUAL, INSTRUCTION(ENGLISH/FRENCH)

(TRV12E:AEP/TRV14E:AEP,UK/TRV19E:AEP,

UK,E,HK,AUS,CH)

3-080-368-21 MANUAL, INSTRUCTION(SPANISH/PORTUGUESE)

(TRV12E:AEP/TRV14E:AEP/TRV19E:AEP)

3-080-368-31 MANUAL, INSTRUCTION(ITALIAEN/GREEK)

(TRV12E:AEP/TRV14E:AEP/TRV19E:AEP)

3-080-368-41 MANUAL, INSTRUCTION(GERMAN/DUTCH)

(TRV12E:AEP/TRV14E:AEP/TRV19E:AEP)

3-080-368-51 MANUAL, INSTRUCTION(SWEDISH/RUSSIAN)

(TRV12E:NE/TRV14E:NE/TRV19E:NE,E)

3-080-368-61 MANUAL, INSTRUCTION(DANISH/FINNISH)

(TRV12E:NE/TRV14E:NE/TRV19E:NE) 3-080-368-71 MANUAL, INSTRUCTION(ARABIC/PERSIAN)(TRV19E:E) 3-080-368-81 MANUAL, INSTRUCTION(TRADITIONAL CHINESE)

(TRV19E:HK)

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3-080-368-91 MANUAL, INSTRUCTION(SIMPLIFIED CHINESE)

3-080-369-11 MANUAL, INSTRUCTION(ENGLISH)

3-080-369-21 MANUAL, INSTRUCTION(FRENCH)(TRV19:CND) 3-080-369-31 MANUAL, INSTRUCTION(SPANISH/PORTUGUESE)

3-080-369-41 MANUAL, INSTRUCTION(TRADITIONAL CHINESE)

3-080-369-51 MANUAL, INSTRUCTION(KOREAN)(TRV19:KR) 3-080-369-61 MANUAL, INSTRUCTION(ARABIC)(TRV19:E)

Note :

The components identified by mark 0 or dotted line with mark 0 are critical for safety. Replace only with part number specified.

Note :

Les composants identifiés par une marque 0 sont critiques pour la sécurité. Ne les remplacer que par une pièce portant le numéro spécifié.

(TRV19E:E,CH)

(TRV19:US,CND,E,HK)

(TRV19:E)

(TRV19:E,HK)

DCR-TRV12E/TRV14E/TRV19/TRV19E

SAFETY-RELATED COMPONENT WARNING!!

COMPONENTS IDENTIFIED BY MARK 0 OR DOTTED LINE WITH MARK 0 ON THE SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS AND IN THE PARTS LIST ARE CRITICAL TO SAFE OPERATION. REPLACE THESE COMPONENTS WITH SONY PARTS WHOSE PART NUMBERS APPEAR AS SHOWN IN THIS MANUAL OR IN SUPPLEMENTS PUBLISHED BY SONY.

CAUTION :

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

SAFETY CHECK-OUT

After correcting the original service problem, perform the following

safety checks before releasing the set to the customer.

1. Check the area of your repair for unsoldered or poorly-soldered connections. Check the entire board surface for solder splashes and bridges.

2. Check the interboard wiring to ensure that no wires are "pinched" or contact high-wattage resistors.

3. Look for unauthorized replacement parts, particularly transistors, that were installed during a previous repair . Point them out to the customer and recommend their replacement.

ATTENTION AU COMPOSANT AYANT RAPPORT

À LA SÉCURITÉ! LES COMPOSANTS IDENTIFÉS PAR UNE MARQUE 0 SUR LES DIAGRAMMES SCHÉMATIQUES ET LA LISTE DES PIÈCES SONT CRITIQUES POUR LA SÉCURITÉ DE FONCTIONNEMENT. NE REMPLACER CES COMPOSANTS QUE PAR DES PIÈSES SONY DONT LES NUMÉROS SONT DONNÉS DANS CE MANUEL OU DANS LES SUPPÉMENTS PUBLIÉS PAR SONY.

4. Look for parts which, through functioning, show obvious signs

of deterioration. Point them out to the customer and recommend their replacement.

5. Check the B+ voltage to see it is at the values specified.

6. Flexible Circuit Board Repairing

• Keep the temperature of the soldering iron around 270˚C during repairing.

• Do not touch the soldering iron on the same conductor of the circuit board (within 3 times).

• Be careful not to apply force on the conductor when soldering or unsoldering.

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DCR-TRV12E/TRV14E/TRV19/TRV19E

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SELF-DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION

1. SELF-DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION

When problems occur while the unit is operating, the self-diagnosis function starts working, and displays on the viewfinder, or LCD screen what to do. This function consists of two display; selfdiagnosis display and service mode display. Details of the self-diagnosis functions are provided in the Instruction manual.

Viewfinder or LCD screen

C : 3 1 : 1 1

Blinks at 3.2Hz

3 1C

1 1

2. SELF-DIAGNOSIS DISPLAY

When problems occur while the unit is operating, the counter of the viewfinder or LCD screen consists of an alphabet and 4-digit number , which blinks at 3.2Hz. This 5-character display indicates the “repaired by:”, “block” in which the problem occurred, and “detailed code” of the problem.

Repaired by:

C : Corrected by customer H : Corrected by dealer E : Corrected by service

engineer

Note: The “self-diagnosis display” data will be kept even if the lithium battery (BT5201 of CK-129 board) is removed.

Indicates the appropriate step to be taken. E.g.

31 ....Reload the tape.

32 ....Turn on power again.

Block

Detailed Code

Refer to page 6. Self-diagnosis Code Table.

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DCR-TRV12E/TRV14E/TRV19/TRV19E

3. SELF-DIAGNOSIS CODE TABLE

Self-diagnosis Code

Ver 1.1 2003. 11

Block

Function

Repaired by:

Note: Add the sentence as follows.

If other codes are displayed, service is required. Please send the set to a specialized center.

Detailed

Code

00 00 00 10

20 21

22 23 24 30 40 42

Non-standard battery is used. Condensation. Video head is dirty. LOAD direction. Loading does not

complete within specified time UNLOAD direction. Loading does not

complete within specified time T reel side tape slacking when unloading Winding S reel fault when counting the

rest of tape. T reel fault. S reel fault. T reel fault. FG fault when starting capstan. FG fault when starting drum. FG fault during normal drum operations. LOAD direction loading motor time-

out. UNLOAD direction loading motor

time-out. T reel side tape slacking when

unloading. Winding S reel fault when counting the

rest of tape. T reel fault.

S reel fault.

T reel fault.

FG fault when starting capstan.

FG fault when starting drum FG fault during normal drum

operations

Symptom/State

Correction

Use the info LITHIUM battery. Remove the cassette, and insert it again after one hour. Clean with the optional cleaning cassette.

Load the tape again, and perform operations from the beginning.

Load the tape again, and perform operations from the beginning. Load the tape again, and perform operations from the beginning.

Load the tape again, and perform operations from the beginning. Load the tape again, and perform operations from the beginning. Load the tape again, and perform operations from the beginning. Load the tape again, and perform operations from the beginning. Load the tape again, and perform operations from the beginning. Load the tape again, and perform operations from the beginning. Remove the battery or power cable, connect, and perform

operations from the beginning. Remove the battery or power cable, connect, and perform

operations from the beginning.

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DCR-TRV12E/TRV14E/TRV19/TRV19E

DC-IN jack cover Note: Disassembling the main unit

is necessary to replace it.

S terminal cover Note: Disassembling the main unit

is necessary to replace it.

Jack cover (F) (3-080-573-01)

Shoe cover (3-080-571-01)

Jack cover (L) (3-080-572-01)

Grip belt

Note: Disassembling the main unit

is necessary to replace it.

CPC lid (3-080-570-01)

Screw (M1.7

4), lock ace, p2

(3-989-735-81)

Remote commander (RMT-814E) 1-475-141-61

Battery case lid (for RMT-814E) 3-742-854-01

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Note:

• Follow the disassembly procedure in the numerical order given.

• Items marked “*” are not stocked since they are seldom required for routine service. Some delay should be anticipated when ordering these items.

• The parts numbers of such as a cabinet are also appeared in this section. Refer to the parts number mentioned below the name of parts to order.

1. ORNAMENTAL PARTS

MAIN PARTS

The components identified by mark 0 or dotted line with mark 0 are critical for safety. Replace only with part number specified.

Les composants identifiés par une marque 0 sont critiques pour la sécurité. Ne les remplacer que par une pièce portant le numéro spécifié.

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DCR-TRV12E/TRV14E/TRV19/TRV19E

9-876-224-41

Sony EMCS Co.

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2003K1600-1

Published by DI CS Strategy Div.

3-080-369-11(1)

Digital Video Camera Recorder

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.

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. _____________________________ Serial No. _____________________________

DCR-TRV33

DCR-TRV19/TRV22/TRV33

Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam. With your Handycam, you can

Welcome!

capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use. You will soon be producing home video that you can enjoy for years to come.

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Notice

If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the USB cable again.

For customers in the U.S.A. and CANADA

CAUTION

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES

Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you.

For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-8228837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/

Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.

“Memory Stick” (DCR-TRV22/ TRV33 only)

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

For customers in the U.S.A.

If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222SONY (7669) The number below is for the FCC related matters only.

Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV19 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 680 Kinderkamack

Road, Oradell,

NJ07649 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 201-930-6972 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV22 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 680 Kinderkamack

Road, Oradell,

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: — Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. — Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver.

— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a

circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

— Consult the dealer or an experienced

radio/TV technician for help. The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV33 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 680 Kinderkamack

Road, Oradell,

Main Features

Recording moving pictures or still images, and playing them back

Main Features

•Viewing moving pictures recorded on the tape using the USB cable (p. 148)

•Viewing images recorded on the “Memory Stick” using the USB cable (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) (p. 149)

•Capturing images on the computer from your camcorder using the USB cable (p. 161)

•Converting an analog signal into digital to capture images onto the computer (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) (p. 173)

•Recording moving pictures on the tape (p. 25)

•Playing back the tape (p. 39)

•Recording still images on the “Memory Stick” (DCR-TRV22/ TRV33 only) (p. 46, 114)

•Recording moving pictures on the “Memory Stick” (DCR-TRV22/ TRV33 only) (p. 125)

•Viewing still images recorded on the “Memory Stick” (DCR-TRV22/ TRV33 only) (p. 135)

•Viewing moving pictures recorded on the “Memory Stick” (DCRTRV22/TRV33 only) (p. 137)

Capturing images on the computer

Main Features

Other uses

Functions for adjusting exposure during recording

•Back light (p. 33)

•NightShot/Super NightShot*/Color Slow Shutter* (p. 34)

•PROGRAM AE (p. 62)

•Manual exposure (p. 64)

•Flexible Spot Meter (p. 65)

Functions for giving images more impact

•Digital zoom (p. 32)

The default setting is OFF. (To zoom greater than 10×, select the digital zoom power in D ZOOM in the menu settings.)

•Fader (p. 55)

•Picture effect (p. 58, 72)

•Digital effect* (p. 59, 73)

•Title (p. 101)

•MEMORY MIX* (p. 120)

Functions for giving a natural appearance to your recordings

•PROGRAM AE (p. 62) – SPORTS – LANDSCAPE

•Manual focus (p. 66)

•Spot Focus (p. 67)

Functions for using after recording

•End search/Edit search/Rec Review (p. 37)

•Data code (p. 40)

•Tape PB ZOOM* (p. 74)/Memory PB ZOOM* (p. 140)

•Zero set memory (p. 75)

•Title search (p. 76)

•Digital program editing (p. 84, 130*)

Getting Started

Main Features

* DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only

Before you start reading this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder. The DCR-TRV33 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-TRV33 only.”

Table of contents

Main Features ........................ 4

Quick Start Guide

Recording on tape ................................... 8

Recording on “Memory Stick”

(DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) ........... 10

Getting Started

Using this manual ................................. 12

Checking supplied accessories............ 15

Step 1 Preparing the power source..... 16

Installing the battery pack............. 16

Charging the battery pack............. 17

Checking status of battery pack –

Battery Info ............................... 20

Connecting to a wall outlet ........... 21

Step 2 Setting the date and time ......... 22

Step 3 Using the touch panel............... 23

Recording – Basics

Recording a picture............................... 25

Shooting backlit subjects

– Back light function................ 33

Shooting in the dark

– NightShot/Super NightShot/

Color Slow Shutter .................. 34

Checking recordings

– End search/Edit search/Rec

Review ............................................. 37

Playback – Basics

Playing back tape .................................. 39

To display the screen indicators –

Display function ...................... 40

Viewing a recording on TV ................. 44

Advanced Recording Operations

Recording still images on “Memory

Stick” during tape recording standby or tape recording

(DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) ........... 46

Recording a still image on a tape

– Tape Photo recording

(DCR-TRV19 only) ......................... 48

Self-timer recording .............................. 50

Adjusting the white balance

manually .......................................... 52

Using the wide mode ........................... 53

Using the fader function ...................... 55

Using special effects – Picture effect .. 58 Using special effects – Digital effect

(DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only)........... 59

Using PROGRAM AE .......................... 62

Adjusting the exposure manually ...... 64

Using spot light-metering function

– Flexible Spot Meter ..................... 65

Focusing manually................................ 66

Using spot focus function

– Spot Focus .................................... 67

Interval Recording ................................ 68

Frame by frame recording

– Frame recording .......................... 69

Using the viewfinder ............................ 70

Advanced Playback Operations

Playing back tape with picture effect. 72 Playing back tape with digital effect

(DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only)........... 73

Enlarging images recorded on tape

– Tape PB ZOOM (DCR-TRV22/

TRV33 only) .................................... 74

Quickly locating a scene

– Zero set memory ......................... 75

Searching the boundaries of recorded

tape by title – Title search ............. 76

Searching a recording by date

– Date search ................................... 77

Searching for a photo – Photo search/

Photo scan (DCR-TRV19 only) ..... 79

Editing

Dubbing tape ......................................... 81

Dubbing only desired scenes

– Digital program editing

(on tape) ........................................... 84

Recording video or TV programs ....... 93

Inserting a scene from a VCR

– Insert editing ................................ 95

Audio dubbing ...................................... 97

Superimposing a title on a cassette

with Cassette Memory................. 101

Making your own titles ...................... 103

Labeling a cassette on a cassette

with Cassette Memory................. 104

Erasing all the data in Cassette

Memory ......................................... 105

Table of contents

“Memory Stick” Operations (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only)

Using “Memory Stick” ....................... 106

Inserting/Ejecting the

“Memory Stick” ............................ 109

Selecting image quality and size....... 110

Recording still images on “Memory

Stick” – Memory Photo

recording ....................................... 114

Recording an image from tape as

a still image ................................... 118

Superimposing a still image in

“Memory Stick” on an image

– MEMORY MIX .......................... 120

Interval Photo Recording................... 124

Recording moving pictures on

“Memory Stick” – MPEG MOVIE

recording ....................................... 125

Self-timer recording ............................ 127

Recording a picture from tape as a

moving picture ............................. 128

Recording edited pictures from

tape as a moving picture – Digital

program editing (on “Memory

Stick”) ............................................. 130

Changing the recording folder.......... 133

Viewing a still image

– Memory Photo playback .......... 135

Viewing a moving picture

– MPEG MOVIE playback .......... 137

Choosing a playback folder ............... 139

Enlarging still images recorded on

“Memory Stick” – Memory PB

ZOOM ............................................ 140

Playing back images continuously

– Slide show .................................. 141

Preventing accidental erasure

– Image protection........................ 142

Deleting images – DELETE ............... 143

Changing image size – Resize

(DCR-TRV33 only) ....................... 146

Writing a print mark – Print mark ... 147

Viewing images with your computer

Viewing images with a computer

– Introduction ............................... 148

Connecting your camcorder to a

computer using the USB cable

(For Windows users).................... 151

Viewing pictures recorded on tape on a

computer – USB Streaming (For

Windows users) ............................ 161

Viewing images recorded on

“Memory Stick” on a computer (For Windows users)

(DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only)......... 167

Connecting your camcorder to a

computer using the USB cable (For Macintosh users)

(DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only)......... 170

Viewing images recorded on

“Memory Stick” on a computer (For Macintosh users)

(DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only)......... 172

Capturing images from an analog

video unit on a computer – Signal convert function (DCR-TRV22/

TRV33 only) .................................. 173

Customizing Your Camcorder

Changing the menu settings.............. 175

Troubleshooting

Types of trouble and how to correct

trouble ............................................ 186

Self-diagnosis display......................... 194

Warning indicators ............................. 195

Warning messages .............................. 196

Additional Information

Usable cassettes ................................... 197

About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery

pack ................................................ 200

About i.LINK ....................................... 202

Using your camcorder abroad .......... 204

Maintenance information and

precautions .................................... 205

Specifications ....................................... 211

Quick Reference

Identifying parts and controls........... 213

Index ..................................................... 219

Getting Started

Quick Start Guide – Recording on tape

Connecting the power cord (p. 17)

Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 16).

Open the DC IN jack cover.

AC Adaptor (supplied)

Quick Start Guide

Inserting the cassette

1 Slide OPEN/ZEJECT

in the direction of the arrow and open the lid.

To eject the cassette

Follow the procedures above, and take out the cassette after the cassette compartment opens completely in step 2.

Note

Do not press the cassette compartment down forcibly. Doing so may cause a malfunction.

Connect the plug with its v mark facing the battery.

2 Push the center of the

cassette back to insert the cassette. Insert the cassette straight as far as possible into the cassette compartment with the window facing up.

3 Close the cassette

compartment by pressing on the cassette compartment. After the cassette compartment goes down completely, close the lid until it clicks.

How to hold your camcorder

Fastening the grip belt

Fasten the grip belt firmly.

Recording a picture on the tape (p. 25)

1Open the lens cap (p. 25).

3Press OPEN

to open the LCD panel. The picture appears on the screen.

Viewfinder

When the LCD panel is closed, pull out the viewfinder and look at the picture in it. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight (p. 31).

When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set to off. If you want to record the date and time for a picture, set the clock setting before recording (p. 22).

4Press START/STOP. Your

camcorder starts recording. To stop recording, press START/STOP again.

2Set the POWER switch

to CAMERA while pressing the small green button.

POWER

VCR

OFF(CHG

CAMERA

MEMORY

)

Monitoring the playback picture on the LCD screen (p. 39)

1Set the POWER

switch to VCR while pressing the small green button.

POWER

OFF(CHG

MEMORY

VCR

CAMERA

2Press of the touch panel to

rewind the tape.

)

3Press of the touch panel to

start playback.

Quick Start Guide

Do not pick up your camcorder by holding parts as illustrated.

Note

When using the touch panel, press operation buttons lightly with your finger supporting the LCD panel from the back side of it. Do not press the LCD screen with sharp objects.

Viewfinder LCD panel Battery pack

Quick Start Guide – Recording on “Memory Stick” (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only)

Connecting the power cord (p. 17)

Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 16).

Open the DC IN jack cover.

AC Adaptor (supplied)

Quick Start Guide

Inserting the “Memory Stick” (p. 109)

Open the lid of the “Memory Stick” slot. Insert the “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick” slot as far as it can go with the b mark facing down as illustrated, then close the lid.

Connect the plug with its v mark facing the battery.

Access lamp

To eject the “Memory Stick,” open the lid of the “Memory Stick” slot, slide MEMORY EJECT in the direction of the arrow.

While the access lamp is lit or flashing

Do not shake or strike your camcorder because your camcorder is reading the data from the “Memory Stick” or recording the data on the “Memory Stick.” Do not turn the power off, eject the “Memory Stick” or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, image data breakdown may occur.

b mark

How to hold your camcorder

Fastening the grip belt

Fasten the grip belt firmly.

Recording still images on the “Memory Stick”

(p. 114)

1Open the lens cap (p. 25).

3Press OPEN

to open the LCD panel. The picture appears on the screen.

Viewfinder

When the LCD panel is closed, pull out the viewfinder and look at the picture in it. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight (p. 31).

When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set to off. If you want to record the date and time for a picture, set the clock setting before recording (p. 22).

Monitoring the playback still image on the LCD screen (p. 135)

4Press PHOTO lightly.

You can record when the green z stops flashing and remains lit.

FINE

640

101

2Set the POWER switch to

MEMORY while pressing the small green button. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.

POWER

VCR OFF(CHG CAMERA

MEMORY

5Press PHOTO deeply.

The image when you press PHOTO deeply is recorded on the "Memory Stick."

FINE

640

101

)

Quick Start Guide

Do not pick up your camcorder by holding parts as illustrated.

1Set the POWER

switch to MEMORY while pressing the small green button.

POWER

VCR

OFF(CHG

CAMERA

MEMORY

2Press PLAY. The last

recorded image is displayed.

Viewfinder LCD panel Battery pack

PLAY

)

— Getting Started —

Using this manual

The instructions in this manual are for the 3 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-TRV33 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-TRV33 only.”

As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on your camcorder are shown in capital letters.

After “Advanced Recording Operations” section of this manual, position of the POWER switch is shown by the icons below.

POWER

VCR

)

OFF(CHG

CAMERA

MEMORY

When you carry out an operation, you can hear a beep to indicate that the operation is being carried out.

Types of differences

DCR- TRV19 TRV22 TRV33 Viewfinder B&W Color Color MEMORY mark* — zz

(on the POWER switch) AUDIO/VIDEO jack z** zz S VIDEO jack z** zz

z Provided — Not provided * The models with MEMORY marked on the POWER switch is provided with

memory functions. See page 106 for details.

** Output only

: Set the POWER switch to VCR.

: Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.

: Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only)

Using this manual

Note on Cassette Memory

Your camcorder is based on the DV format. You can use only mini DV cassettes with your camcorder. We recommend that you use a cassette with Cassette Memory .

Cassettes with Cassette Memory have the (Cassette Memory) mark.

Note on TV color systems

TV color systems differ depending on the country or area. To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV.

Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the copyright laws.

Note on connecting other equipment

When you connect your camcorder to other video equipment or a computer using the USB cable or i.LINK cable, observe the shape of the jack. If you forcibly insert the plug, the jack may be damaged and they may result in a malfunction of your camcorder.

Getting Started

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. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way.

•Do not let your camcorder get wet. Keep your camcorder away from rain and sea water. Letting your camcorder get wet may cause your camcorder to malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired [a].

•Never leave your camcorder exposed to temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b].

•Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. Exposing the LCD screen, the finder or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods may cause malfunctions [c].

•Do not directly shoot the sun. Doing so might cause your camcorder to malfunction. Take pictures of the sun in low light conditions such as dusk [d].

[a]

[b]

[c][d]

Checking supplied accessories

Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder.

1 AC-L15A/L15B AC Adaptor (1), Power

cord (1) (p. 17)

2 NP-FM30 rechargeable battery pack

(1) (p. 16)

3 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 44) 4 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p.

75)

5 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote

Commander (2) (p. 217)

6 Shoulder strap (1)

7 Lens cap (1) (p. 213) 8 Shoe cover (1) (p. 98) 9 “Memory Stick” (1) (DCR-TRV22/

TRV33 only, p. 106)

0 USB cable (1) (p. 148) qa CD-ROM (SPVD-010 USB Driver) (1)

(p. 153, 171)

qs Cleaning cloth (1) (p. 206)

Getting Started

Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc.

Step 1 Preparing the power source

Installing the battery pack

(1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack down until it clicks.

To remove the battery pack

(1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing BATT

down.

BATT release button

If you use the viewfinder when a large capacity battery pack is installed

If you install the NP-FM70/QM71/QM71D/FM91/QM91/QM91D battery pack on your camcorder, extend the viewfinder, and lift up the viewfinder to a comfortable angle.

Step 1 Preparing the power source

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 200 for details of “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.

(1) Install the battery pack on your camcorder. (2) Connect the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack with

the v mark on the DC plug facing the battery.

(3) Connect the power cord to the AC Adaptor. (4) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. (5) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).

The CHG lamp lights up when charging begins. After charging is completed, the CHG lamp goes out (full charge).

Getting Started

CHG lamp

After charging the battery pack

Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack on your camcorder.

POWER

VCR

OFF(CHG

CAMERA

MEMORY

)

Step 1 Preparing the power source

Note

Prevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the DC plug of the AC Adaptor. This may cause a short-circuit, damaging the AC Adaptor.

When you use the AC Adaptor

Place the AC Adaptor near a wall outlet. While using the AC Adaptor, if any trouble occurs with this unit, disconnect the plug from a wall outlet as soon as possible to cut off the power.

Note on the CHG lamp

The CHG lamp flashes in the following cases: – The battery pack is not properly installed. – Something is wrong with the battery pack.

Charging time

Battery pack Full charge

NP-FM30 (supplied) 145 NP-FM50 150 NP-FM70 240 NP-QM71/QM71D 260 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D 360

Approximate minutes at 25°C (77°F) to charge an empty battery pack. The charging time may increase if the battery’s temperature is extremely high or low because of the ambient temperature.

Step 1 Preparing the power source

Recording time

DCR-TRV19/TRV22

Recording with Recording with

Battery pack the viewfinder the LCD screen

Continuous Typical* Continuous Typical*

NP-FM30 (supplied) 125 65 90 45 NP-FM50 200 105 150 75 NP-FM70 415 215 310 160 NP-QM71/QM71D 485 255 365 190 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D 725 380 550 290

DCR-TRV33

Recording with Recording with

Battery pack the viewfinder the LCD screen

Continuous Typical* Continuous Typical*

NP-FM30 (supplied) 90 50 70 35 NP-FM50 150 85 120 65 NP-FM70 310 175 250 140 NP-QM71/QM71D 365 205 290 165 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D 550 310 445 250

Approximate minutes when you use a fully charged battery pack

* Approximate number of minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/

stop, zooming and turning the power on/off. The actual battery life may be shorter.

Getting Started

Step 1 Preparing the power source

Playing time

DCR-TRV19/TRV22

Battery pack

NP-FM30 (supplied) 100 150 NP-FM50 165 240 NP-FM70 345 495 NP-QM71/QM71D 400 580 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D 605 865

DCR-TRV33

Battery pack

NP-FM30 (supplied) 100 135 NP-FM50 160 220 NP-FM70 335 450 NP-QM71/QM71D 390 530 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D 585 785

Approximate minutes when you use a fully charged battery pack

Note

Approximate recording time and continuous playing time at 25°C (77°F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment.

Playing time on Playing time on with

the LCD panel the LCD screen closed

Playing time on Playing time with

the LCD panel the LCD screen closed

Checking status of battery pack – Battery Info

(1) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). (2) Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. (3) Press DSPL/BATT INFO.

The battery charge level (the percentage of remaining battery time) and remaining battery time when using the LCD screen or viewfinder are displayed for about 7 seconds. If you keep pressing DSPL/BATT INFO, the indicators will be displayed for about 20 seconds.

BATTERY INFO

DSPL/BATT INFO

BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL 0% 50%

REC TIME AVAILABLE

LCD SCREEN VIEWFINDER::5672

100%

min min

During charging

BATTERY INFO

BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL 0% 50% 100%

REC TIME AVAILABLE

LCD SCREEN VIEWFINDER::7090

min min

Fully charged

Step 1 Preparing the power source

Notes

•The BATTERY INFO indicator may not be displayed in the following cases: – The battery pack is not installed. – Something is wrong with the battery pack. – The battery is exhausted.

•The BATTERY INFO indicator will not appear when you press DISPLAY on the Remote Commander when the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG).

Battery Info

The number displayed as Battery Info is the approximate recording time.

While the remaining battery time is being calculated

“CALCULATING BATTERY INFO ...” is displayed.

If you press DSPL/BATT INFO with the LCD panel closed

The battery information appears on the viewfinder for about 7 seconds.

Connecting to a wall outlet

You can use your camcorder without worrying about the power shortage. Connect the AC Adaptor in the same way as you would when charging the battery pack.

PRECAUTION

The set is not disconnected from the AC power source (house current) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the set itself has been turned off.

Notes

•The AC Adaptor can supply power from a wall outlet even if the battery pack is attached to your camcorder.

•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.

Getting Started

Step 2 Setting the date and time

Set the date and time when you use your camcorder for the first time. The “CLOCK SET” indicator will appear each time you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) unless you set the date and time settings. If you do not set the date and time, “--- -- ----” and “--:--:--” are recorded on the tape or the “Memory Stick” (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) as the data code. If you do not use your camcorder for about 4 months, the date and time settings may be released (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery installed in your camcorder will have been discharged (p. 207). In this case, charge the built-in rechargeable battery, then set the year, the month, the day, the hour and the minute.

(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only). (2) Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. (3) Press FN (Function) to display PAGE1 (p. 23). (4) Press MENU to display the menu. (5) Press r/R to select (6) Press r/R to select CLOCK SET, then press EXEC. (7) Press r/R to select a desired year, then press EXEC. (8) Set the month, day and hour with the same procedure as step 7. (9) Press r/R to set the minute, then press EXEC by the time signal. The clock

starts to move.

, then press EXEC.

SETUP MENU

CLOCK SET USB STREAM LANGUAGE DEMO MODE

SETUP MENU

CLOCK SET USB STREAM LANGUAGE DEMO MODE

SETUP MENU

CLOCK SET USB STREAM LANGUAGE DEMO MODE

––:––:––

EXEC

2003 JAN

12 00 AM

EXEC

2003 JUL

5 30 PM

EXEC

EXIT

RET.

To return to FN (Function)

Press EXIT.

Note on the time indicator

The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle.

•12:00 AM stands for midnight.

•12:00 PM stands for noon.

SETUP MENU

CLOCK SET USB STREAM LANGUAGE DEMO MODE

SETUP MENU

CLOCK SET USB STREAM LANGUAGE DEMO MODE

SETUP MENU

CLOCK SET USB STREAM LANGUAGE DEMO MODE

2003 JAN

12 00 AM

EXEC

2003 JUL

5 00 PM

EXEC

JUL 4 2003

5:30:00

EXEC

EXIT

RET.

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