SONY DCR-TRV355 Service Manual

DCR-TRV345E/TRV350/TRV351/TRV355E/TRV356E

RMT-814

SERVICE MANUAL

Ver 1.0 2002. 12

Revision History

M2000 MECHANISM

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Photo: DCR-TRV350

SELF DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION

LEVEL 1

US Model

Canadian Model

DCR-TRV345E/TRV355E

East European Model

North European Model

DCR-TRV350/TRV351/TRV355E/TRV356E

ORNAMENTAL PARTSSPECIFICATIONS

DCR-TRV345E/TRV355E

Australian Model

Brazilian Model

DCR-TRV350

AEP Model

UK Model

DCR-TRV355E

E Model

DCR-TRV355E

DCR-TRV351

Chinese Model

DCR-TRV356E

Korea Model

DCR-TRV350

Tourist Model

DCR-TRV350/TRV355E

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

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA RECORDER

DCR-TRV345E/TRV350/TRV351/TRV355E/TRV356E

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SPECIFICATIONS

SERIES

Video camera recorder

System

Video recording system

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-TRV350/TRV351: NTSC color, EIA standards DCR-TRV345E/TRV355E/TRV356E: PAL color, CCIR standards

Usable cassette

8 mm video format cassette

Recording/playback time

DCR-TRV350/TRV351: (using 120 min. Digital8 video cassette) DCR-TRV345E/TRV355E/TRV356E: (using 90 min. Digital8 video cassette) SP mode: 1 hour LP mode: 1 hour and 30 minutes

Fastforward/rewind time

DCR-TRV350/TRV351: (using 120 min. Digital8 video cassette) DCR-TRV345E/TRV355E/TRV356E: (using 90 min. Digital8 video cassette) Approx. 5 min.

Viewfinder

Electric viewfinder (monochrome)

Image device

3 mm (1/6 type) CCD (Charge Coupled Device) DCR-TRV350/TRV351: Gross: Approx. 460 000 pixels Effective: Approx. 290 000 pixels DCR-TRV345E/TRV355E/TRV356E: Gross: Approx. 800 000 pixels Effective: Approx. 400 000 pixels

Lens

Combined power zoom lens Filter diameter 37 mm. (1 7/16 in.) 20× (Optical), 700×(Digital)

Focal length

f = 2.5 - 50 mm (1/8 - 2 in.) When converted to a 35 mm still camera DCR-TRV350/TRV351: f = 42 - 840 mm (1 11/16 - 33 1/8 in.) DCR-TRV345E/TRV355E/TRV356E: f = 45 - 900 mm (1 13/16 - 35 1/2 in.)

Color temperature

Auto

Minimum illumination

DCR-TRV350/TRV351: 4 lx (lux) (F 1.6) DCR-TRV345E/TRV355E/TRV356E: 6 lx (lux) (F 1.6)

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 jack

Input/Output 4-pin mini DIN Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced Chrominance signal: DCR-TRV350/TRV351: 0.286 Vp-p DCR-TRV345E/TRV355E/TRV356E:

0.3 Vp-p 75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced

Audio/Video jack

Input/Output AV MINI JACK VIDEO: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced, sync negative AUDIO: 327 mV, (at output impedance more than 47 kΩ (kilohms) ) Input impedance with more than 47 kΩ (kilohms) Output impedance with less than

2.2 kΩ (kilohms) Stereo minijack (ø 3.5 mm)

MIC jack

Stereo minijack (ø 3.5 mm)

DV jack

4-pin connector

USB jack

mini-B

LANC jack

Stereo minijack (ø 2.5 mm)

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 (Rechargeable battery pack)

8.4 V (AC adaptor)

Average power consumption (when using the battery pack)

During camera recording using LCD: 3.8 W Viewfinder: 2.9 W

Operating temperature

0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)

Recommended charging temperature

10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F)

Storage temperature

–20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F)

Dimensions (approx.)

89 × 101 × 199 mm (3 5/8 × 4 × 7 7/8 in.) (w/h/d)

Mass (approx.)

Main unit only DCR-TRV350/TRV351/TRV355E/ TRV356E: 830 g (1 lb 13 oz) DCR-TRV345E: 820 g (1 lb 12 oz) Including the rechargeable battery pack, NP-FM30, Digital8 cassette, lens cap, and shoulder strap DCR-TRV350/TRV351/TRV355E/ TRV356E: 970 g (2 lb 2 oz) DCR-TRV345E: 960 g (1 lb 1 oz)

AC adaptor

Power requirements

100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Current comsumption

0.35 - 0.18 A

Power consumption

18 W

Output voltage

DC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.5 A in the operating mode

Operating temperature

0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)

Storage temperature

–20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °

Dimensions (approx.)

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

Mass (approx.)

190 g (6.7 oz) DCR-TRV350/TRV351: excluding the power cord DCR-TRV345E/TRV355E/ TRV356E: excluding the main lead

Rechargeable battery pack

Maximum output voltage

DC 8.4 V

Output voltage

DC 7.2 V

Capacity

5.0 Wh (700 mAh)

Operating temperature

0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)

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)

Type

Lithium ion

“Memory Stick”

DCR-TRV351/TRV356E:

Memory

Flash memory 8MB: MSA-8A

Operating voltage

2.7-3.6 V

Power consumption

Approx. 45 mA during operation Approx. 130 µA in the standby mode

Dimensions (approx.)

50 × 2.8 × 21.5 mm (2 × 1/8 × 7/8 in.) (w/h/d)

Mass (approx.)

4 g (0.14 oz)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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DCR-TRV345E/TRV350/TRV351/TRV355E/TRV356E

Table for differences of function

Model DCR-TRV345E DCR-TRV350 DCR-TRV351 DCR-TRV355E DCR-TRV356E Destination AEP, EE, NE

US, CND, E,

KR, JE E, AUS, JE

E, BR

Color system PAL NTSC PAL CCD imager 960H 720H 960H

Minimum illumination

6 lx 4 lx 6 lx

0 lx (In the Nightshot mode)

Memory stick slot ✕ a Tape PB zoom ✕ a

•Abbreviation AUS: Australian model BR :Brazilian model CH : Chinese model

CND: Canadian model EE : East European model JE : Tourist model

KR : Korean model NE : North European model

AEP, UK, EE, NE,

E, CH

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 .

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.

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

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

ATTENTION AU COMPOSANT AYANT RAPPORT

À LA SÉCURITÉ! LES COMPOSANTS IDENTIFÉS P AR UNE MARQUE 0 SUR LES DIAGRAMMES SCHÉMA TIQUES 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.

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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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 Display window 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 Display window

C : 3 1 : 1 1

Repaired by:

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

engineer

Blinks at 3.2Hz

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

31 ....Reload the tape.

32 ....Turn on power again.

3 1

Block

1 1

C : 3 1 : 11

Refer to “4. Self-diagnosis Code Table”.

2. Self-diagnosis Display

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

Detailed Code

3. Service Mode Display

The service mode display shows up to six self-diagnosis codes shown in the past.

3-1. Display Method

While pressing the “STOP” key, set the switch from OFF to “VCR”, and continue pressing the “STOP” key for 5 seconds continuously. The service mode will be displayed, and the counter will show the backup No. and the 5-character self-diagnosis codes.

Viewfinder

[3] C : 3 1 : 1 1

[3]

Backup No.

Order of previous errors

Lights up

C : 3 1 : 1 1

Self-diagnosis Codes

Display window

3 C : 3 1 : 11

Control dial

3-2. Switching of Backup No.

By rotating the control dial, past self-diagnosis codes will be shown in order. The backup No. in the [] indicates the order in which the problem occurred. (If the number of problems which occurred is less than 6, only the number of problems which occurred will be shown.) [1] : Occurred first time [3] : Occurred third time [5] : Occurred fifth time [2] : Occurred second time [4] : Occurred fourth time [6] : Occurred the last time

3-3. End of Display

Turning OFF the power supply will end the service mode display.

Note: The “self-diagnosis display” data will be backed up by the lithium battery (CONTROL SWITCH BLOCK (CF-3000):

BT001). When removing the cabinet (R) (removing the VC-305 board CN1007), the “self-diagnosis display” data will be lost by initialization.

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4. Self-diagnosis Code Table

Self-diagnosis Code

DCR-TRV345E/TRV350/TRV351/TRV355E/TRV356E

Function

Repaired by:

C C C

C C

C C C C C

Block

04 21 22

31 31

31 31 31 31 31

Detailed

Code

00 00 00

11 20

21 22

23 24 30 40 42

Symptom/State

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

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.

Note: Add the sentence as follow.

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

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Note:

• 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.

•Abbreviation AUS: Australian model BR : Brazilian model CH : Chinese model

CND: Canadian model EE : East European model JE : T ourist model

1. MAIN PARTS

KR : Korean model NE : North European model

1. ORNAMENTAL PARTS

Video light 1-518-787-21

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

Battery case lid 3-742-854-01

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 critiquens pour la sécurité. Ne les remplacer que par une pièce portant le numéro spécifié.

Jack cover (30) 3-079-008-01

Panel cushion 3-959-978-02

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Jack lid (2500) 3-072-305-01

Checking supplied accessories.

DCR-TRV345E/TRV350/TRV351/TRV355E/TRV356E

Wireless Remote Commander (1) RMT-814 1-475-141-61 Lid, battery case (for RMT-814) 3-742-854-01

R6 (Size AA) battery for Remote Commander (2)

A/V connecting cable

(STEREO) (1)

1-824-097-11

Lens cap (1) X-3952-971-1

Power Cord (1) 0 1-575-131-11

(AEP, EE, NE, E)

0 1-696-819-21 (AUS) 0 1-776-985-11 (KR) 0 1-782-476-11 (CH) 0 1-783-374-11 (UK) 0 1-790-107-22 (US, CND) 0 1-790-932-11 (JE)

Shoulder strap (1) 3-987-015-01

21-pin adaptor (1) 1-770-783-21

(AEP, UK, EE, NE)

AC-L15A/L15B AC Adaptor (1) 0 1-477-533-31 (EXCEPT BR)

CD-ROM

(SPVD-010 USB Driver) (1)

3-078-942-01

(EXCEPT US, CND)

3-078-943-01 (US, CND)

NP-FM30 battery pack (1)

0 A-7096-387-A (US, CND) 0 A-7096-388-B

(EXCEPT US, CND)

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

Other accessories

3-079-467-11 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (ENGLISH)

3-079-467-21 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (FRENCH) (TRV350: CND) 3-079-467-31 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (SPANISH, PORTUGUESE)

3-079-467-41 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (TRADITIONAL CHINESE)

3-079-467-51 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (KOREAN) (TRV350: KR, JE)

3-079-467-61 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (ARABIC) (TRV350: E) 3-079-468-11 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (ENGLISH, FRENCH)

(TRV345E: AEP/TRV355E: AEP, UK, E, AUS, JE/TRV356E)

3-079-468-21 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (SPANISH, PORTUGUESE)

3-079-468-31 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (ITALIAN, GREECE)

3-079-468-41 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (GERMAN, DUTCH)

(TRV350: US, CND, E, JE/TRV351: E)

(TRV350: E, JE/TRV351: E)

(TRV350: E)

(TRV345E: AEP/TRV355E: AEP)

Adaptor, conversion 2P

0 1-569-008-12 (E) 0 1-569-007-11 (JE)

“Memory Stick” (1)

(TRV350/TRV351/

TRV355E/TRV356E)

3-079-468-51 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (RUSSIAN, SWEDISH)

3-079-468-61 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (FINISH, DANISH)

3-079-468-71 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (POLISH, CZECH)

3-079-468-81 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (SLOVAKIAN, HUNGARIAN)

3-079-468-91 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (ARABIC, PERUSSIAN)

3-079-469-21 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (SIMPLIFIED CHINESE)

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

(TRV345E: NE/TRV355E: NE, E, JE)

(TRV345E: NE/TRV355E: NE)

(TRV345E: EE/TRV355E: EE)

(TRV355E: E/TRV356E: E)

(TRV355E: E, JE/TRV356E: CH)

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-TRV345E/TRV350/TRV351/TRV355E/TRV356E

9-876-218-41

Sony EMCS Co.

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2002L0500-1

Published by DI Customer Center

3-079-467-11 (1)

Digital Video Camera Recorder

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. -TRV Model No. AC-

Serial No. Serial No.

SERIES

DCR-TRV350

DCR-TRV150/TRV250/TRV350/TRV351

CCD-TRV118/TRV318/TRV418

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.

For the customers in the U.S.A.

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.

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-TRV150,

DCR-TRV250 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-TRV350 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.

For the 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.

Main Features

On the model name indication

In this manual, camcorder-shape icons are used to indicate model names.

CCD-TRV118 : DCR-TRV150 : CCD-TRV318 : DCR-TRV250 : CCD-TRV418 : DCR-TRV350 :

Instructions with no icons are for all models. Instructions with icons are for the indicated models only. Before you start reading this manual, check the model name of your camcorder.

DCR-TRV351 :

Main Features

Recording moving or still images, and playing them back

•Viewing pictures recorded on a tape or live from your camcorder on your computer – USB Streaming (p. 183)

•Capturing images on your computer from your camcorder using the USB cable (p. 197)

•Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” using the USB cable (p. 185)

•Converting an analog signal into digital to capture images onto your computer

(p. 208)

On the tape

•Recording moving pictures (p. 30)

•Recording still images (p. 56)

•Playing back a tape (p. 45)

On the “Memory Stick”

•Recording still images (p. 132)

•Recording moving pictures (p. 146)

•Viewing still images (p. 163)

•Viewing moving pictures (p. 166)

Capturing images on your computer

Main Features

Other uses

Functions for adjusting exposure in the recording mode

•BACK LIGHT (p. 38)

•NightShot (p. 39)

•Super NightShot/Color Slow Shutter (p. 39, 40)

•PROGRAM AE (p. 68)

•Adjusting the exposure manually (p. 70)

•Built-in light (p. 79)

Functions for giving images more impact

•Digital zoom (p. 34) The default setting is OFF. (To zoom greater than 20×,

select the digital zoom power in D ZOOM in the menu settings.)

•Fader (p. 61)

•Picture effect (In recording mode) (p. 64)

•Digital effect (In recording mode) (p. 65)

•Title (p. 75, 77)

•MEMORY MIX (p. 140)

Functions for giving a natural appearance to your recordings

•SPORTS (p. 68)

•LANDSCAPE (p. 68)

•Manual focus (p. 71)

Functions for use on recorded tapes

•END SEARCH (p. 43)

•EDITSEARCH/Rec Review (p. 43)

•DATA CODE (p. 47)

•Tape PB ZOOM (p. 87)

•ZERO SET MEMORY (p. 89)

•Easy Dubbing (p. 98)

•Digital program editing (p. 106)

Getting Started

Main Features

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

Table of contents

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

Checking supplied accessories.............. 9

Quick Start Guide

– Recording on a tape ........................... 10

– Recording on a “Memory Stick”

...................................... 12

Getting Started

Using this manual ................................. 14

Step 1 Preparing the power supply ... 18

Installing the battery pack............. 18

Charging the battery pack............. 19

Connecting to a wall outlet ........... 24

Step 2 Setting the date and time ........ 26

Step 3 Inserting a cassette ................... 28

Recording – Basics

Recording a picture............................... 30

Shooting a backlit subject

– BACK LIGHT ........................ 38

Shooting in the dark

– NightShot – Super NightShot – Color Slow Shutter

............................ 39

Self-timer recording

............................... 41

Superimposing the date and time

on pictures

.................... 42

Checking recordings

– END SEARCH

– EDITSEARCH

– Rec Review ............. 43

Playback – Basics

Playing back a tape ............................... 45

To display the screen indicators

– Display function ................... 47

Viewing recordings on TV................... 51

Advanced Recording Operations

Recording still images on a “Memory

Stick” while recording on a tape

...................................... 53

Recording still images on a tape

– Tape Photo recording

...................................... 56

Using the wide mode ........................... 58

Using the fader function ...................... 61

Using special effects

– Picture effect................................. 64

Using special effects

– Digital effect

Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 68

Adjusting the exposure manually ...... 70

Focusing manually................................ 71

Interval recording

................ 72

Frame by frame recording

– Frame recording

................ 74

Superimposing a title ........................... 75

Making your own titles ........................ 77

Using the built-in light ......................... 79

Inserting a scene

........... 65

.............. 82

Advanced Playback Operations

Playing back a tape with picture

effects

Playing back a tape with digital

effects

Enlarging recorded images

– Tape PB ZOOM

Quickly locating a scene

– ZERO SET MEMORY

Searching for a recording by date

– DATE SEARCH

Searching for a photo

– PHOTO SEARCH/ PHOTO SCAN

.... 83

..........................85

...... 87

........................... 89

........................... 90

..................... 92

Table of contents

Editing

Dubbing a tape ...................................... 94

Dubbing a tape easily – Easy Dubbing

........................... 98

Dubbing only desired scenes

– Digital program editing (on tapes)

.............. 106

Recording video or TV programs

.............. 119

Inserting a scene from a VCR

– Insert Editing

......................... 123

“Memory Stick” Operations – Recording

Using a “Memory Stick”

– Introduction ............................... 126

Recording still images on a “Memory

Stick”

– Memory Photo recording ......... 132

Recording images from a tape as still

images ............................................ 136

Superimposing a still image in the

“Memory Stick” on an image

– MEMORY MIX .......................... 140

Recording moving pictures on a

“Memory Stick”

– MPEG movie recording ............ 146

Recording pictures from a tape as a

moving picture ............................. 150

Interval still image recording ............ 154

Recording edited pictures as a moving

picture – Digital program editing

(on a “Memory Stick”)................. 156

Setting up a folder............................... 160

– Playback

Viewing still images

– Memory Photo playback .......... 163

Viewing moving pictures

– MPEG movie playback ............. 166

Selecting a folder to view................... 169

Copying images recorded on a

“Memory Stick” to a tape............ 170

Enlarging still images recorded on a

“Memory Stick”

– Memory PB ZOOM ................... 172

Playing back images continuously

– SLIDE SHOW............................. 174

Preventing accidental erasure

– Image protection........................ 176

Deleting images – DELETE ............... 177

Writing a print mark

– PRINT MARK ............................ 180

Viewing Images on Your Computer

Viewing images on your computer

– Introduction

.............. 182

Connecting your camcorder to your

computer using the USB cable

Viewing pictures recorded on a tape

or live from your camcorder on

your computer – USB Streaming

Viewing images recorded on a

“Memory Stick” on your computer

Connecting your camcorder to your

computer using the USB cable

Viewing images recorded on a

“Memory Stick” on your computer

Capturing images from an analog video

unit on your computer – Signal

convert function

......... 187

......... 197

.................... 202

................... 205

................... 207

...... 208

Table of contents

Customizing Your Camcorder

Changing the menu settings.............. 210

Troubleshooting

Types of trouble and how to correct

trouble ............................................ 224

Self-diagnosis display......................... 232

Warning indicators and messages.... 233

Additional Information

About video cassette........................... 237

About the “Memory Stick” ................ 240

About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery

pack ................................................ 242

About i.LINK ....................................... 244

Using your camcorder abroad .......... 246

Maintenance information and

precautions .................................... 247

Specifications ....................................... 253

Quick Reference

Identifying parts and controls........... 256

Index ..................................................... 267

• , and are trademarks.

• i.LINK and are trademarks.

• “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

• “Memory Stick,” and “MagicGate Memory Stick” are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

• “Memory Stick Duo” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

•Windows and Windows Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

•Pentium is trademark or registered trademark of Intel Corporation.

•Macintosh and Mac OS, QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc.

•All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Furthermore, “™” and “®” are not mentioned in each case in this manual.

Checking supplied accessories

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

RMT-814 RMT-708

1 Wireless Remote Commander (1)

(p. 264) RMT-814: RMT-708:

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

cord (1) (p. 19)

3 NP-FM30 Rechargeable Battery Pack

(1) (p. 18, 19)

4 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote

Commander (2)

(p. 264)

Stereo

Monaural

5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 51, 94, 95)

Stereo: Monaural:

6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 256) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 30) 8 USB cable (1) 9 CD-ROM (SPVD-010 USB Driver) (1)

(p. 189)

0 “Memory Stick” (1)

(p. 182)

(p. 240)

Quick Start Guide – Recording on a tape

This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on a tape of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information.

Connecting the power cord (p. 24)

Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 18).

Open the DC IN jack cover.

Quick Start Guide

Power cord

AC Adaptor (supplied)

Inserting a cassette (p. 28)

1Slide OPEN/

EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid.

2Push the center of the

cassette back and insert the cassette properly with the cassette window facing up.

Connect the plug with its v mark facing up.

3Close the cassette

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

Recording a picture (p. 30)

1Remove the lens cap.

The cap is not attached when you purchase your camcorder.

3Open the LCD

panel while pressing OPEN. The picture appears on the LCD screen.

2Set the POWER switch

to CAMERA while pressing the small green button.

(

)

4Press START/STOP. Your

Viewfinder

View a picture placing your eye against this part when the LCD panel is closed (p. 32). Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight (p. 35). The picture in the viewfinder is black and white.

When you purchase your camcorder, the clock is not set up yet. If you want to record the date and time for a picture, set the clock before recording (p. 26).

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

Monitoring the playback picture on the LCD screen (p. 45)

2Press m to rewind the tape.

REW

Quick Start Guide

3Press N to start playback.

1Set the POWER switch to VCR/PLAYER

while pressing the small green button.*

Note

Do not pick up your camcorder by the viewfinder, the LCD panel, or the battery pack.

* Modes on the POWER switch vary depending on models (p. 16).

PLAY

(

)

Quick Start Guide – Recording on a “Memory Stick”

This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on a “Memory Stick” of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information.

Connecting the power cord (p. 24)

Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 18).

Open the DC IN jack cover.

Quick Start Guide

Power cord

AC Adaptor (supplied)

Connect the plug with its v mark facing up.

Inserting a “Memory Stick” (p. 127)

Insert a “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick” slot as far as it can go with the b mark facing the LCD panel as illustrated.

“Memory Stick” slot

b mark

When ejecting the “Memory Stick,” press the “Memory Stick” once lightly.

Recording a still image on a “Memory Stick”

(p. 132)

1Remove the lens cap.

The cap is not attached when you purchase your camcorder.

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.

3Open the

LCD panel while pressing OPEN. The picture

LOCK switch

(

POWER

)

appears on the screen.

Viewfinder

4Press PHOTO

lightly.

5Press PHOTO

deeper. View a picture placing your eye against this part when the LCD panel is closed (p. 32). Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight (p. 35). The picture in the viewfinder is black and white.

PHOTO

When you purchase your camcorder, the clock is not set up yet. If you want to record the date and time for a picture, set the clock before recording (p. 26).

Monitoring the playback still images on the LCD screen (p. 163)

Quick Start Guide

Note

Do not pick up your camcorder by the viewfinder, the LCD panel or the battery pack.

1Set the POWER switch to

MEMORY or VCR while pressing the small green button.

POWER

2Press MEMORY PLAY. The last recorded image is

displayed.

PLAY

Press MEMORY +/– to select the desired image.

(

)

— Getting Started —

Using this manual

The instructions in this manual are for the seven 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-TRV350 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, “ .” As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on your camcorder are shown in capital letters.

e.g. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.

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

Types of differences

Model

Recording system Hi8 Hi8 Hi8 Digital8 Digital8 Digital8 Playback system Hi8/8 Hi8/8 Hi8/8 Digital8 Digital8 Digital8/Hi8/8 AUDIO/VIDEO jack OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT IN/OUT S VIDEO jack OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT IN/OUT DV jack ———IN/OUT IN/OUT IN/OUT USB jack ————zz “Memory Stick” slot ————— z LANC jack ————— z SteadyShot — zzzz z Remote sensor ——z — zz RFU jack zzz—— — MIC jack ————— z

z Provided — Not provided

Using this manual

Before using your camcorder

With your camcorder, you can use the tapes and record/playback on the systems below. To enable smooth transition, we recommend that you do not mix pictures recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm with the Digital8 system on a tape.

Usable cassette tapes Hi8 /Digital8 (recommended) Standard 8 mm * Recording system Digital8

Playback system *

Usable cassette tapes Hi8 /Digital8 (recommended) Standard 8 mm * Recording system Digital8 Playback system Digital8

Usable cassette tapes Hi8 Standard 8 mm Recording system Hi8 * Playback system *

*1)If you use standard 8 mm tape, be sure to play back the tape on your camcorder.

Mosaic noise may appear when you play back standard 8 mm tape on other VCRs (including another DCR-TRV150/TRV250/TRV350/TRV351).

*2)When you play back a tape, the Hi8 system or standard 8 mm system is

automatically detected and the playback system automatically switches to.

*3)If you record on a Hi8 video cassette in the LP mode, recording is carried out in

the standard 8 mm system.

Digital8

Hi8 Standard 8 mm

Standard 8 mm

Hi8 Standard 8 mm

Getting Started

Using this manual

Note on TV color systems

TV color systems differ from country to country. 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 provision of the copyright laws.

On the model name indication

In this manual, camcorder-shape icons are used to indicate model names.

CCD-TRV118 : DCR-TRV150 : CCD-TRV318 : DCR-TRV250 : CCD-TRV418 : DCR-TRV350 :

DCR-TRV351 :

Instructions with no icons are for all models. Instructions with icons are for the indicated models only. Before you start reading this manual, check the model name of your camcorder.

On the POWER switch

Modes on the POWER switch vary depending on models. Consider this when following the operating instructions.

VCR :

e.g. Set the POWER switch to VCR. or PLAYER :

POWER

(

)

OFF (CHG) : Common to all models

e.g. Set the POWER switch to PLAYER.

e.g. Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).

CAMERA :Common to all models

e.g. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.

MEMORY :

e.g. Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.

Using this manual

Precautions on camcorder care

Lens and LCD screen/finder

• 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 become wet. Keep your camcorder away from rain and sea water. Letting your camcorder become 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]

Getting Started

[c]

[d]

Step 1 Preparing the power supply

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 the

BATT (battery) release lever down.

BATT (battery) release lever

If you install the large-capacity battery pack

If you install the NP-FM70/QM71/QM71D/FM90/FM91/QM91/QM91D battery pack on your camcorder, extend the viewfinder.

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 242 for details of “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.

(1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC Adaptor supplied with your

camcorder to the DC IN jack with the plug’s v mark facing up.

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

The charge lamp lights up when charging begins.

Getting Started

BATT INFO

POW

(

)

Step 1 Preparing the power supply

To check the state of the battery (BATTERY INFO)

Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN, then press BATT INFO. The BATTERY INFO is displayed for about seven seconds.

BATTERY INFO

BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL 0% 50% 100%

REC TIME AVAILABLE

LCD SCREEN: 56 min VIEWFINDER: 73 min

The battery charge level is displayed as percentage and recordable time with the LCD screen/viewfinder. The battery charge level is displayed in 10% increments.

Charging

BATTERY INFO

BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL 0% 50% 100%

REC TIME AVAILABLE

LCD SCREEN: 80 min VIEWFINDER: 105 min

When the battery is fully charged, the battery charge level indicator shows 100% and the charge lamp goes out.

Full charge

After charging the battery pack

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

Until the remaining battery charge is calculated

BATTERY INFO

BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL 0% 50% 100%

CALCULATING

BATTERY INFO...

Note

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

The battery charge level indicator moves flashing and “CALCULATING BATTERY INFO...” is displayed.

When you use the AC Adaptor

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

The numeric value displayed in the BATTERY INFO

Refer to the value displayed in the BATTERY INFO as a rough standard.

To display the BATTERY INFO longer

Press BATT INFO again while the BATTERY INFO is still displayed. The information is displayed for another seven seconds. If you keep pressing BATT INFO, the BATTERY INFO is displayed for up to about 20 seconds.

The BATTERY INFO is not displayed in the following cases:

– The POWER switch is not set to OFF (CHG). – The battery pack is not installed properly. – The battery pack is fully discharged.

Step 1 Preparing the power supply

If the power goes off although the remaining battery time indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate

Charge the battery pack fully again so that the indication is correct.

What is “InfoLITHIUM”?

The “InfoLITHIUM” is a lithium ion battery pack that can exchange data such as battery consumption with compatible electronic equipment. 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 (p. 242).

SERIES

Charging time

Battery pack Full charge

NP-FM30 (supplied) 145 NP-FM50 150 NP-FM70 240 NP-QM71/QM71D 260 NP-FM90 330 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D 360

Approximate minutes to charge an empty battery pack at 25°C (77°F).

The charging time may increase if the battery’s temperature is extremely high or low because of the ambient temperature.

Getting Started

Step 1 Preparing the power supply

Recording time

Battery pack the viewfinder the LCD screen

NP-FM30 (supplied) 105 50 80 40 NP-FM50 170 85 130 70 NP-FM70 355 175 270 145 NP-QM71/QM71D 415 205 315 165 NP-FM90 540 270 410 215 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D 625 310 475 250

Battery pack the viewfinder the LCD screen

NP-FM30 (supplied) 120 60 95 45 NP-FM50 195 95 155 75 NP-FM70 400 195 320 155 NP-QM71/QM71D 465 225 375 185 NP-FM90 600 295 490 240 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D 695 340 565 275

Battery pack the viewfinder the LCD screen

NP-FM30 (supplied) 165 80 120 60 NP-FM50 265 130 195 100 NP-FM70 540 265 400 205 NP-QM71/QM71D 640 315 465 235 NP-FM90 820 400 600 305 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D 955 465 695 355

Recording with Recording with

Continuous Typical* Continuous Typical*

Recording with Recording with

Continuous Typical* Continuous Typical*

Recording with Recording with

Continuous Typical* Continuous Typical*

Approximate minutes when you use a fully charged battery

* Approximate recording time.

The actual battery life may be shorter in the following cases:

– When you repeat recording start/stop, zooming and turning the power on/off. – When the battery is used repeatedly or self-discharged after charging (p. 242).

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