Sony DCR-TRV318, DCR-TRV418 Operating Manual

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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.

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 Photo 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

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.

Using this manual

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.

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.

POWER

VCR :

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

(

)

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]

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[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) 115 55 85 40 NP-FM50 185 90 140 70 NP-FM70 385 190 295 145 NP-QM71/QM71D 445 220 340 165 NP-FM90 580 285 450 220 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D 670 330 520 255

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).

Step 1 Preparing the power supply

Playing time

Battery pack

NP-FM30 (supplied) 80 120 NP-FM50 135 195 NP-FM70 285 400 NP-QM71/QM71D 335 465 NP-FM90 435 600 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D 505 695

Battery pack

NP-FM30 (supplied) 90 130 NP-FM50 150 210 NP-FM70 310 430 NP-QM71/QM71D 365 505 NP-FM90 475 655 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D 550 755

Battery pack

NP-FM30 (supplied) 120 175 NP-FM50 195 280 NP-FM70 400 570 NP-QM71/QM71D 465 675 NP-FM90 600 865 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D 695 1010

Playing on Playing with

the LCD screen the LCD closed

Playing on Playing with

the LCD screen the LCD closed

Playing on Playing with

the LCD screen the LCD closed

Getting Started

Approximate minutes when you use a fully charged battery

Step 1 Preparing the power supply

Note

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

Playback time

The table shows the playing time for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. The playing time of tapes recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm system is reduced by about 20%.

You can charge the battery in other countries

For details, see page 246.

Recommended charging temperature

We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F).

Connecting to a wall outlet

When you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from a wall outlet using the AC Adaptor.

(1) Open the DC IN jack cover, and connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on

your camcorder 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.

2, 3

Step 1 Preparing the power supply

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 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.

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

Using a car battery

Use Sony Car Battery Adaptor (optional). Refer to the operating instructions of the Car Battery Adaptor for further information.

Getting Started

Step 2 Setting the date and time

Set the date and time when you use your camcorder for the first time. “CLOCK SET” will be displayed each time when you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY unless you set the date and time settings.*

If you do not use your camcorder for about three months, the date and time settings may be cleared from memory (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery will have been discharged (p. 249). Set the date and time after charging the built-in battery fully.

Set the year, then the month, the day, the hour and then the minute.

(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, and then press MENU to

display the menu settings.*

(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CLOCK SET in

dial.

(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired year, then press the dial. (4) Set the month, day and hour by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial and

pressing the dial.

(5) Set the minute by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial and pressing the dial by

the time signal. The clock starts.

(6) Press MENU to make the menu settings disappear.

1,6

, then press the

SETUP MENU CLOCK SET USB STREAM LTR SIZE LANGUAGE DEMO MODE RETURN

[MENU] : END

2003 JAN 1

SETUP MENU CLOCK SET USB STREAM LTR SIZE LANGUAGE DEMO MODE RETURN

[MENU] : END

– –:– –:– –

12 00 AM

2003 JUL 4

5 30 PM

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

SETUP MENU CLOCK SET USB STREAM LTR SIZE LANGUAGE DEMO MODE RETURN

[MENU] : END

2003 JAN 1

12 00 AM

SETUP MENU CLOCK SET USB STREAM LTR SIZE LANGUAGE DEMO MODE RETURN

[MENU] : END

2003 JAN 1

12 00 AM

JUL 4 2003 5:30:00 PM

Step 2 Setting the date and time

The year changes as follows:

2000 2003 2079

To check the preset date and time

Press DATE to display the date indicator. Press TIME to display the time indicator. Press DATE (or TIME) and then press TIME (or DATE) to simultaneously display the date and time indicator. Press DATE and/or TIME again. The date and/or time indicator disappears.

Auto date function

When you use your camcorder for the first time, turn it on and set the date and time to your local time before you start recording (p. 26). The date is automatically recorded for 10 seconds after you start recording (Auto date function). This function works only once a day.

If you do not set the date and time

“--- -- ----” “--:--:--” is recorded on the tape or the “Memory Stick”

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.

Getting Started

Note on the auto date function

You can change the AUTO DATE setting by selecting ON or OFF in the menu settings. The auto date function automatically displays the date once a day. However, the date may automatically appear more than once a day if:

– you set the date and time. – you eject and insert the tape again. – you stop recording within 10 seconds. – you set AUTO DATE to OFF once and set it back to ON in the menu settings.

Step 3 Inserting a cassette

See page 15 for details about the usable cassettes types.

(1) Prepare the power source (p. 18). (2) Slide

The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens.

(3) Push the center of the cassette back and insert the cassette properly with the

cassette window facing up.

(4) Close the cassette compartment by pressing

The cassette compartment automatically goes down.

(5) After the cassette compartment goes down completely, close the lid until it

clicks.

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

on the cassette compartment.

To eject the cassette

Follow the procedure above, and take out the cassette in step (3).

3,4

Step 3 Inserting a cassette

Notes

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

•The cassette compartment may not be closed when you press any part of the cassette

compartment other than the mark.

•Your camcorder records pictures in the Digital8 system.

• The recording time when you use your camcorder is half of the indicated time on Hi8

tape. If you select the LP mode in the menu settings, the recording time is 3/4 of

the indicated time on Hi8 tape.

•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 camcorders (including another DCR-TRV150/TRV250/TRV350/TRV351).

To prevent accidental erasure

Slide the write-protect tab on the cassette to expose the red mark.

Getting Started

— Recording – Basics —

Recording a picture

Your camcorder automatically focuses.

(1) Remove the lens cap 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. 18 to 29).

(3) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button.

This sets your camcorder to the standby mode.

(4) Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. The viewfinder automatically

turns off.

(5) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The REC indicator

appears on the screen. The camera recording lamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. The recording lamp lights up in the viewfinder when you record with the viewfinder.

Camera recording lamp

Microphone

Notes

•The data code (date/time when recorded) are not displayed during recording. However, they are recorded automatically onto the tape. To display the data code (date/time), press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander during playback.

•Fasten the grip strap firmly.

•Do not touch the built-in microphone during recording.

(

)

REC

50min

0:00:01

Recording a picture

Note on the LOCK switch

When you slide the LOCK switch to the right, the POWER switch can no longer be set to MEMORY accidentally. The LOCK switch is set to the left as the default setting.

Note on recording mode

Your camcorder records and plays back in the SP (standard play) mode or in the LP (long play) mode. Select SP or LP in the menu settings (p. 219). In the LP mode, you can record longer than in SP mode.*1) When you record a tape in the LP mode on your camcorder, we recommend that you play back the tape on your camcorder.

To enable smooth transition

Transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene is smooth as long as you do not eject the cassette even if you turn off your camcorder. However, check the following:

– Do not mix recordings in the SP mode and in the LP mode on one tape. – When you change the battery pack, set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).

If you leave your camcorder in the standby mode for a certain period *2) while the cassette is inserted

Your camcorder automatically turns off. This is to save battery power and to prevent battery and tape wear. To resume the standby mode, set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) once, then turn it to CAMERA again. However, your camcorder does not turn off automatically while the cassette is not inserted.

To set the counter to 0:00:00

Press COUNTER RESET (p. 259).

When you record in the SP and LP modes on one tape or you record some scenes in the LP mode

•The time code may not be written properly between scenes.

•The transition between scenes may not be smooth.

•The playback picture may be distorted.

Recording

– Basics

*1)1.5 times:

Twice:

*2)three minutes:

five minutes:

Recording a picture

After recording

(1) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). (2) Close the LCD panel. (3) Eject the cassette. (4) Attach the lens cap. (5) Remove the battery pack.

After using your camcorder

Remove the battery pack from your camcorder to avoid turning on the built-in light accidentally.

Adjusting the LCD screen

The LCD panel can be opened up to 90 degrees. The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the viewfinder side and about 180 degrees to the lens side (from the initial opening position).

180°

90°

When closing the LCD panel, set it vertically until it clicks, and swing it into the camcorder body.

Note

When using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode, the viewfinder is automatically turned off.

Notes on the LCD screen

•When you use the LCD screen outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD screen may be difficult to see. If this happens, we recommend that you use the viewfinder.

•When you adjust angles of the LCD panel, make sure if the LCD panel is opened up to 90 degrees.

When recording with the LCD panel opened

Recording time becomes a little shorter compared with when recording with the LCD panel closed.

Recording a picture

Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen

(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, VCR/PLAYER or MEMORY.* (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select LCD BRIGHT in

settings, then press the dial (p. 216).

(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen with

LCD BRIGHT, then press the dial.

(4) Press MENU to make the menu settings disappear.

LCD screen backlight

•You can adjust the brightness of the backlight. Select LCD B.L. in the menu settings when using the battery pack (p. 216).

•Even if you adjust the LCD screen backlight, the recorded picture will not be affected.

in the menu

LCD SET LCD BRI G HT LCD B.L. LCD COLOR RETURN

[

] :

END

Recording

– Basics

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

Recording a picture

Using the zoom feature

Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY.* Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. Using the zoom function sparingly results in better-looking recordings.

“T” side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) “W” side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away)

To use zoom greater than 20×

Zoom greater than 20× is performed digitally. To activate digital zoom, select the digital zoom power in D ZOOM in the menu settings. The digital zoom function is set to OFF as a default setting (p. 212).

The right side of the bar shows the digital zooming zone.

The digital zooming zone appears when you select the digital zoom power in the menu settings.

Notes on digital zoom

•Digital zoom power can be set to 40× or 700×.

•Digital zoom power can be set to 40× or 560×.

•The picture quality deteriorates as you move the power zoom lever towards the “T”

side.

When you shoot close to a subject

If you cannot get a sharp focus, move the power zoom lever to the “W” side until the focus is sharp. You can shoot a subject that is at least about 80 cm (about 2 feet 5/8 inch) away from the lens surface in the telephoto position, or about 1 cm (about 1/2 inch) away in the wide-angle position.

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

Recording a picture

Adjusting the viewfinder lens

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.

Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, VCR/PLAYER or MEMORY.* Lift up the viewfinder and move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever.

Recording

Shooting with the Mirror Mode

The subject uses this feature to check his or her own image on the LCD screen while you look at the subject in the viewfinder.

Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, and rotate the LCD screen 180 degrees.*

The indicator appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD screen. Xz appears in the standby mode, and z appears in the recording mode. Some of other indicators appear mirror-reversed and others are not displayed.

The viewfinder lens adjustment lever

– Basics

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

Recording a picture

Pictures in the mirror mode

The picture on the LCD screen is a mirror-image. However, the picture will be normal when recorded.

During recording in the mirror mode

DATE and TIME on your camcorder do not work.

Indicators displayed in the recording mode

The indicators are not recorded on the tape.

[g]

[a][b]

min

JUL 4 2003

[d][c][e]

REC

12:05:56

0:00:01

[a][i]

[f]

[h]

min

[d][c][j]

0:00:01

REC

[f]

[a] :Remaining battery time indicator [b] :Format indicator [c] : Mirror mode indicator /

Recording mode indicator [d] :STBY/REC indicator [e] :Tape photo recording indicator /

Time code indicator [f] : Remaining tape indicator

This appears after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA and insert a cassette for

a while.

This appears after you insert a cassette and record or play back for a while.

[g] :Date indicator

This is displayed for five seconds after the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or

MEMORY.*

[h] :Time indicator

This is displayed for five seconds after the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or

MEMORY.*

[i] : Hi8 format indicator

This appears while playing back or recording Hi8 format tapes.

[j] : Tape counter indicator

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

Recording a picture

Remaining battery time indicator

The remaining battery time indicator indicates the approximate recording time. The indicator may not be correct, depending on the conditions in which you are recording. When you close the LCD panel and open it again, it takes about one minute for the correct remaining battery time in minutes to be displayed.

Time code (for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system only)

•When you play back tapes recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm system, the tape counter appears on the screen.

•The time code indicates the recording or playback time, “0:00:00” (hours:minutes: seconds) in CAMERA mode and “0:00:00:00” (hours:minutes:seconds:frames) in VCR mode. You cannot rewrite only the time code. You cannot reset the time code or the tape counter.

Data code

The data code (date/time or various settings when recorded) are not displayed while recording. However, they are recorded automatically onto tape. To display the data code, press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander during playback (p. 47).

Recording

– Basics

Recording a picture

Shooting a backlit subject – BACK LIGHT

When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the backlight function.

Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, and press BACK LIGHT.* The . indicator appears on the screen. To cancel the backlight function, press BACK LIGHT again.

If you press EXPOSURE when shooting backlit subjects

The backlight function will be canceled.

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

BACK LIGHT

Recording a picture

Shooting in the dark – NightShot

– Super NightShot – Color Slow Shutter

The NightShot function enables you to shoot a subject in a dark place. For example, you can satisfactorily record the environment of nocturnal animals for observation when you use this function.

Recording

Using NightShot

Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, and slide NIGHTSHOT to ON.* The indicator and “NIGHTSHOT” flash on the screen. To cancel the NightShot function, slide NIGHTSHOT to OFF.

COLOR SLOW S

SUPER NS

NIGHTSHOT

OFF ON

Infrared rays (NightShot Light) emitter

Using the Super NightShot

The Super NightShot function makes subjects up to 16 times brighter than those recorded in the NightShot mode.

(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, and slide NIGHTSHOT to ON. The

indicator and “NIGHTSHOT” flash on the screen.

(2) Press SUPER NS. The

screen. To cancel the Super NightShot function, press SUPER NS again. Your camcorder returns to the NightShot mode.

indicator and “SUPER NIGHTSHOT” flash on the

– Basics

Using the NightShot Light

The picture will be clearer with the NightShot Light on. To enable NightShot Light, set N.S.LIGHT to ON in the menu settings. (The default setting is ON.) (p. 213)

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

Recording a picture

Using Color Slow Shutter

The Color Slow Shutter function enables you to record color images in a dark place.

(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, and slide NIGHTSHOT to OFF. (2) Press COLOR SLOW S.

indicator and COLOR SLOW SHUTTER flash on the screen.

The To cancel the Color Slow Shutter function, press COLOR SLOW S again.

Notes

•Do not use the NightShot function in bright places (e.g. outdoors in the daytime). This may cause your camcorder to malfunction.

•When you keep NIGHTSHOT set to ON in normal recording, the picture may be recorded in incorrect or unnatural colors.

•If focusing is difficult with the autofocus mode when using the NightShot function, focus manually.

While using the NightShot function, you cannot use the following functions:

– Exposure – PROGRAM AE

While using the Super NightShot or Color Slow Shutter function, you cannot use the following functions :

– Fader – Digital effect – Exposure – PROGRAM AE

While using the Super NightShot or Color Slow Shutter function

The shutter speed is automatically adjusted depending on the brightness. The motion of the picture will be slow.

NightShot Light

NightShot Light rays are infrared and so are invisible. The maximum shooting distance using the NightShot Light is about 3 m (10 feet). While recording, be sure not to cover the infrared rays emitter with your fingers, etc.

In total darkness

The Color Slow Shutter function may not work normally.

Recording a picture

Self-timer recording

Recording with the self-timer starts in 10 seconds automatically. 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 SELFTIMER in

(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial. (4) Press MENU to make the menu settings disappear.

(5) Press START/STOP.

START/STOP

To stop the countdown

Press START/STOP. To restart the countdown, press START/STOP again.

, then press the

dial.

(self-timer) indicator appears on the screen.

The

Self-timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep. In the last two seconds of the countdown, the beep gets faster, then recording starts automatically.

START/STOP

CAMERA SET SELFTIMER D ZOOM 16:9WIDE STEADYSHOT N.S.LIGHT RETURN

[

MENU] : END

OFF ON

Recording

– Basics

To cancel self-timer recording

Set SELFTIMER to OFF in the menu settings in the standby mode. You cannot cancel self-timer using the Remote Commander.

Note

The self-timer is automatically canceled when:

– Self-timer recording is finished. – The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR.

When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY

You can also record still images on a “Memory Stick” with the self-timer (p. 135).

Recording a picture

Superimposing the date and time on pictures

You can record the date and/or time displayed on the screen superimposed on the picture. Carry out the following operations in CAMERA mode.

Press DATE to record the date. Press TIME to record the time. Press DATE (or TIME), then press TIME (or DATE) to record the date and time.

Press DATE and/or TIME again. The date and/or time indicator disappears.

CCD-TRV418

DATE TIME

When you purchase your camcorder, the clock is not set up yet. Set the date and time to your local time before using (p. 26).

Note

The date and time indicators recorded manually cannot be deleted.

If you do not record the date and time in the picture

Record the date and time in the black screen as the background for about 10 seconds, then erase the date and time indicators before starting actual recording.

Checking recordings – END SEARCH

– EDITSEARCH – Rec Review

You can use these buttons to check the recorded picture for making the transition between the last recorded scene and the next scene you record smooth.

Recording

END SEARCH

You can go to the end of the recorded section after you record.

In the standby mode, press END SEARCH. The last five seconds of the recorded section are played back and your camcorder returns to the standby mode. You can monitor the sound from the speaker.

EDITSEARCH

You can search for the next recording start point.

In the standby mode, hold down the either side of EDITSEARCH. The recorded portion is played back.

+ : To go forward

– 7 : To go backward Release EDITSEARCH to stop playback. If you press START/STOP, re-recording begins from the point you released EDITSEARCH. You cannot monitor the sound.

Rec Review

END SEARCH

EDITSEARCH

– Basics

You can check the last recorded section.

In the standby mode, press the – 7 side of EDITSEARCH momentarily. The section you have stopped most recently will be played back for a few seconds, and then your camcorder will return to the standby mode. You can monitor the sound from the speaker.

Checking recordings – END SEARCH

– EDITSEARCH – Rec Review

Notes

•The end search, edit search and Rec Review functions do not work with tapes recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm system.

•If you start recording after using the end search function, occasionally, the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene may not be smooth.

•Once you eject the cassette after you have recorded on the tape, the end search function does not work.

If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portions

The end search function may not work correctly.

— 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. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR/PLAYER while pressing the small green button.* (3) Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. (4) Press m to rewind the tape. (5) Press N to start playback. (6) To adjust the volume, press either of the two buttons on VOLUME. When you

close the LCD panel, sound is muted. – : To turn the volume down +: To turn the volume up

REW

PLAY

POWER

(

)

VOLUME

Playback – Basics

To stop playback

Press x.

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

Playing back a tape

If you leave the power on for a long time

Your camcorder gets warm. This is not a malfunction.

Tapes that can be played back

•Tapes recorded in the Digital8 system

•Tapes recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm system

When monitoring on the LCD screen

You can turn the LCD panel over and move it back to the camcorder body with the LCD screen facing out.

When you open or close the LCD panel

Make sure that the LCD panel is set vertically.

Playing back a tape

To display the screen indicators – Display function

Press DISPLAY on the Remote Commander. Press DISPLAY on your camcorder. The indicators appear on the screen. To make the indicators disappear, press DISPLAY again.

DATA CODE DISPLAY

DISPLAY

About data code

Use the Remote Commander for this operation.

Your camcorder automatically records not only pictures on the tape but also the data code (date/time or various settings when recorded).

1 Set the POWER switch to VCR, then play back a tape. 2 Press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander.

The display changes as follows: date/time t various settings t no indicator

Date/time

min

JUL 4 2003 12:05:56 PM

0:00:23:01

[a]: Time code/Tape counter [b]:SteadyShot off [c]: Exposure mode [d]:White balance [e]: Gain [f]: Shutter speed [g]:Aperture value

Various settings

min

AUTO 60 AWB F1.6

0:00:23:01

9dB

[a] [b]

[c] [d] [e] [f] [g]

Playback

– Basics

Playing back a tape

To not display various settings

Set DATA CODE to DATE in the menu settings (p. 222). The display changes as follows when you press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander: date/time y no indicator

Notes on the data code

•The data code does not work with tapes recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm system.

•Various settings of the data code are not recorded when recording images on a “Memory Stick.”

Data code (Various settings)

The data code is your camcorder’s information at the time of recording. In the recording mode, the data code will not be displayed.

When you use data code, bars (-- -- --) appear if :

– A blank portion of the tape is being played back. – The tape is unreadable due to tape damage or noise. – The tape was recorded by a camcorder without the date and time set.

Data code

When you connect your camcorder to a TV, the data code appears on the TV screen.

Remaining battery time indicator during playback

The indicator indicates the approximate continuous playback time. The indicator may not be correct, depending on the conditions in which you are playing back. When you close the LCD panel and open it again, it takes about one minute for the correct remaining battery time to be displayed.

Playing back a tape

Various playback modes

To operate the video control buttons, set the POWER switch to VCR/PLAYER.*

To pause playback (viewing a still image)

Press X during playback. To resume normal playback, press X or N.

To advance the tape

Press M in the stop mode. To resume normal playback, press N.

To rewind the tape

Press m in the stop mode. To resume normal playback, press N.

To change the playback direction

Press on the Remote Commander during playback to reverse the playback direction. To resume normal playback, press N.

To locate a scene monitoring the picture (picture search)

Keep pressing m or M during playback. To resume normal playback, release the button.

To monitor high-speed pictures while advancing or rewinding the tape (skip scan)

Keep pressing m while rewinding or M while advancing the tape. To resume rewinding or advancing, release the button.

To view pictures at slow speed (slow playback)

Press y on the Remote Commander during playback. To resume normal playback, press N.

To change the slow playback direction

Press , then press y on the Remote Commander.

To view pictures at double speed

Press ×2 on the Remote Commander during playback. For double speed playback in the reverse direction, press , then press ×2 on the Remote Commander. To resume normal playback, press N.

Playback

– Basics

To view pictures frame-by-frame

Press C on the Remote Commander in the playback pause mode. For frame-by-frame playback in the reverse direction, press c. To resume normal playback, press N.

To search the last scene recorded (END SEARCH)

Press END SEARCH in the stop mode. The last five seconds of the recorded section are played back and playback stops.

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

Playing back a tape

In the various playback modes

•The previous recording may appear as a mosaic image when playing back in the Digital8 system.

•Noise may appear when your camcorder plays back tapes recorded in the Hi8 / standard 8 mm system.

•Sound is muted.

When the playback pause mode lasts for a certain period * Your camcorder automatically stops. To resume playback, press N.

Note on the slow playback mode in Digital8 system

The slow playback can be performed smoothly on your camcorder, however, this function does not work for an output image from the DV jack.

If slow playback lasts for about one minute

Your camcorder automatically returns to normal speed playback.

When you play back a tape recorded in the LP mode

Noise may appear on the LCD screen in the following cases:

– slow playback – playback pause – picture search

* three minutes:

five minutes:

Viewing recordings on TV

Connect your camcorder to your TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder to watch playback pictures on the TV screen. You can operate the video control buttons in the same way as when you monitor playback pictures on the LCD screen. When monitoring playback pictures on the TV screen, we recommend that you power your camcorder from a wall outlet using the AC Adaptor (p. 24). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV.

Open the jack cover. Connect your camcorder to the TV using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Then, set the TV/VCR selector on the TV to VCR.

Yellow White

AUDIO/ VIDEO

S VIDEO OUTS VIDEO

: Signal flow

V OUT

A/V connecting cable (supplied)

S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO

Red

Playback

– Basics

V OUT

S VIDEO OUT

: Signal flow

CCD-TRV418

A/V connecting cable (supplied)

Black

Yellow

S VIDEO

VIDEO AUDIO

Viewing recordings on TV

If your TV is already connected to a VCR

Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR by using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE.

If your TV or 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 when the red plug is connected, the right channel audio is output.

To connect to a TV without Video/Audio input jacks

Use an NTSC system RFU adaptor (optional). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV and the RFU adaptor.

If your TV is a stereo type

Connect the audio plug of the A/V connecting cable supplied to the left (white) input jack of your TV.

Note

Noise appears on the TV screen in the various playback modes.

If your TV has an S video jack

Pictures can be reproduced more faithfully by using an S video cable (optional). With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect the S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks on both your camcorder and the TV.

To display the screen indicators on TV

Set DISPLAY to V-OUT/LCD in the menu settings (p. 222). Then, press DISPLAY on your camcorder. To turn the screen indicators off, press DISPLAY on your camcorder again.

— Advanced Recording Operations —

Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” while recording on a tape

You can record still images on a “Memory Stick” in the tape recording or standby mode.

Before operation

Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder (p. 127).

In the standby mode or during tape recording, press PHOTO deeper. Recording is complete when the bar scroll indicator disappears. The still image when you pressed PHOTO deeper will be recorded on the “Memory Stick.”

0:00:01

REC

min

PHOTO

In the standby mode

You can check an image on the screen by pressing PHOTO lightly. The CAPTURE indicator appears. Recording does not start yet. To change the still image, release PHOTO, select a still image again, and then press and hold PHOTO lightly.

Approximate number of images that can be recorded

min

FINE

CAPTURE

PHOTO

101

Advanced Recording Operations

In the recording mode

You cannot check an image on the screen by pressing PHOTO lightly.

Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” while recording on a tape

“Memory Stick”

For more information, see page 240.

Notes

•Do not shake or strike your camcorder when you record still images. The image may fluctuate.

•You cannot record still images on a “Memory Stick” in the following functions (The

indicator flashes): – Wide mode – BOUNCE – MEMORY MIX – END SEARCH

The following settings cannot be changed

The settings you selected when the POWER switch was set to MEMORY are used: – Image quality (p. 128) – Recording folder (p. 162)

To record still images using the Remote Commander

Press PHOTO on the Remote Commander. Your camcorder immediately records the image on the screen.

During and after recording still images on a “Memory Stick”

Your camcorder continues recording on tape.

Title

The title cannot be recorded.

While recording still images on a “Memory Stick” in CAMERA mode

The image is recorded in the FIELD mode automatically even if you select FRAME in the menu settings.

Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” while recording on a tape

Self-timer recording

You can record still images on a “Memory Stick” with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation.

Before operation

Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder (p. 127).

(1) In the standby mode, press MENU to display the menu settings. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select SELFTIMER in

, then press the

dial.

(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial. (4) Press MENU to make the menu settings disappear.

(self-timer) indicator appears on the screen.

The

(5) Press PHOTO deeper.

Self-timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep. In the last two seconds of the countdown, the beep gets faster, then recording starts automatically.

PHOTO

Advanced Recording Operations

To cancel self-timer

Set SELFTIMER to OFF in the menu settings in the standby mode. You cannot cancel self-timer using the Remote Commander.

Note

The self-timer is automatically canceled when:

– self-timer recording is finished. – the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR.

Taking photos with the self-timer

The self-timer can only be operated when in the standby mode.

CAMERA SET SELFTIMER D ZOOM 16:9WIDE STEADYSHOT N.S.LIGHT RETURN

[

MENU] : END

OFF ON

Recording still images on a tape – Tape Photo recording

You can record a still image like a photograph. You can record about 510 images in the SP mode and about 765 images in the LP mode on a tape which can record for 60 minutes in the SP mode.

In the standby mode or during tape recording, press PHOTO deeper. The still image on the screen is recorded for about seven seconds. The sound during those seven seconds is also recorded. The still image is displayed on the screen until recording is completed.

PHOTO

DCR-TRV250

In the standby mode

•••••••

CAPTURE

PHOTO

Recording still images on a tape – Tape Photo recording

Notes

•During Tape Photo recording, you cannot change the mode or setting.

•You cannot use PHOTO while using BOUNCE in the Fader function.

•When recording a still image, do not shake your camcorder. The image may fluctuate.

•The tape photo recording does not work while using Fader (The indicator flashes).

If you record a moving subject with the tape photo recording function

The image may fluctuate when you play back the still image on other equipment. This is not a malfunction.

To use the tape photo recording function using the Remote Commander

Press PHOTO on the Remote Commander. Your camcorder records an image on the screen immediately.

Advanced Recording Operations

Using the wide mode

If you connect a TV compatible with the ID-1/ID-2 system, the screen size is automatically selected.

You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE).

[b]

16:9

16:9WIDE

[a]

[a]: Recording in the 16:9WIDE mode [b]: Playback on a normal TV [c]: Playback on a wide TV in the normal screen mode [d]: Full screen mode on a wide TV

In the standby mode, set 16:9WIDE to ON in in the menu settings (p. 212).

WIDE

[c]

[d]

CAMERA SET

SELFT

MER D ZOOM 16:9W

DE STEADYSHOT N.S.LIGHT RETURN

[MENU] : END

OFF ON

Using the wide mode

You can record a cinema-like picture (CINEMA) or a 16:9 wide picture (16:9FULL) to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV. Refer to the operating instructions of your TV.

[b]

CINEMA

[a]

CINEMA

[c]

[d]

[b]

16:9FULL

[e]

[a]: Recording in the CINEMA mode [b]: Playback on a normal TV [c]: Playback on a wide TV in the normal screen mode [d]: Zoom mode on a wide TV [e]: Recording in the 16:9FULL mode [f]: Full mode on a wide TV

In the standby mode, set 16:9WIDE to CINEMA or 16:9FULL in in the menu settings (p. 212).

16:9FULL

[c]

[f]

Advanced Recording Operations

CCD-TRV418

CAMERA SET

D ZOOM 16:9W

DE STEADYSHOT N.S.LIGHT RETURN

[MENU] : END

OFF CINEMA 16:9FULL

Using the wide mode

To cancel the wide mode

In the standby mode, set the wide mode to OFF in the menu settings.

In the wide mode

You cannot operate the following functions:

– OLD MOVIE (p. 65) – Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” in tape recording or tape recording

standby

– BOUNCE (p. 61)

Connection for a TV

Pictures recorded in the 16:9WIDE mode automatically appear on the TV screen at full size when: – You connect your camcorder to a TV that is compatible with the video ID (ID-1/ID-2)

system.

– You connect your camcorder to the S video jack on the TV.

ID-1 system

The ID-1 system sends aspect ratio (screen horizontal/vertical ratio) information (16:9, 4:3, or letter box) with video signals.

ID-2 system

The ID-2 system sends a copyright protection signal with ID-1 signals inserted between video signals when you connect your camcorder to other equipment by an A/V connecting cable.

In the wide mode

The SteadyShot does not work. If you set the wide mode described below in the menu settings when the SteadyShot is working, the indicator flashes and the SteadyShot does not function:

– 16:9WIDE to ON – 16:9WIDE to 16:9FULL

Date or time indicator

When you record in the 16:9FULL mode, the date or time indicator will be widened on wide-screen TVs.

Using the fader function

You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance.

FADER

M.FADER (mosaic)

STRIPE

BOUNCE *

OVERLAP *

1) *2)

WIPE *

DOT * (random dot)

Advanced Recording Operations

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.

*1) You can use BOUNCE when D ZOOM is set to OFF in the menu setting. *2) Fade in only

Using the fader function

(1) To fade in [a]

In the standby mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes.

To fade out [b]

In the recording mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes. The indicator changes as follows:

FADER t M.FADER t STRIPE t BOUNCE t MONOTONE

no indicator DOT WIPE OVERLAP

The last selected fader mode is indicated first of all.

(2) Press START/STOP. The fader indicator stops flashing.

After fade in/out ends, your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode.

To cancel the fader function

Before pressing START/STOP, press FADER repeatedly until the indicator disappears.

FADER

Notes

•The OVERLAP, WIPE and DOT functions do not work with tapes recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm system.

•You cannot use the following functions while using the fader function. Also, you cannot use the fader function while using the following functions:

– Digital effect – Color Slow Shutter – Super NightShot – Tape Photo recording – Interval recording – Frame recording

Using the fader function

When you set the POWER switch to MEMORY

You cannot use the fader function.

When you select OVERLAP, WIPE, or DOT

Your camcorder automatically stores the picture recorded on the tape. While the picture is being stored, the indicator flashes fast, and the picture from the tape appears on the screen. At this stage, the picture may not be recorded clearly, depending on the tape condition.

The date, time indicator and title do not fade in or fade out

Erase them before operating the fader function if they are not needed.

While using the bounce mode, you cannot use the following functions:

– Recording on a “Memory Stick” – Exposure – Focus – Zoom – Picture effect – PROGRAM AE – BACK LIGHT

Note on the bounce mode

The BOUNCE indicator does not appear in the following functions: – When D ZOOM is set to 40× or 700×. – When D ZOOM is set to 40× or 560×. – Wide mode – Picture effect – PROGRAM AE

Advanced Recording Operations

Using special effects – Picture effect

You can digitally process pictures to obtain special effects like those in films or on TV.

NEG. ART [a] : The color and brightness of the picture are reversed. SEPIA : The picture appears in sepia. B&W : The picture appears in monochrome (black-and-white). SOLARIZE [b] : The picture appears as an illustration with strong contrast. SLIM [c] : The picture expands vertically. STRETCH [d] : The picture expands horizontally. PASTEL [e] : The picture appears as a pale pastel drawing. MOSAIC [f] : The picture appears mosaic.

[a] [b] [c] [d] [e] [f]

(1) In CAMERA mode, press MENU to display the menu settings. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select P EFFECT in

(p. 211).

(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired picture effect mode, then

press the dial.

, then press the dial

To cancel Picture effect

Set P EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings.

While using Picture effect

You cannot select OLD MOVIE with Digital effect.

When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG)

Picture effect is automatically canceled.

MANUA L SE T

PROGRAM AE P EFFECT D EFFECT FLASH MODE AUTO SHTR RETURN

[

] :

END

OFF

TRAGEN

AIPES

EZIRALOS

MILS

HCTERTS LETSAP CIASOM

Using special effects – Digital effect

You can add special effects to recorded images using the various digital functions. The sound is recorded normally.

STILL

You can record a still image so that it is superimposed on a moving picture.

FLASH (FLASH MOTION)

You can record still images successively at regular intervals.

LUMI. (LUMINANCE KEY)

You can swap the brighter area in a still image with a moving picture.

TRAIL

You can record a picture so that an incidental image like a trail is left.

SLOW SHTR (SLOW SHUTTER)

You can slow down the shutter speed. The slow shutter mode is good for recording dark pictures more brightly.

OLD MOVIE

You can add an old movie type atmosphere to pictures. Your camcorder automatically changes the screen format to wide and the color to sepia and set the appropriate shutter speed.

Still image Moving picture

Advanced Recording Operations

STILL

LUMI.

Still image Moving picture

Using special effects – Digital effect

(1) In CAMERA mode, press MENU to display the menu settings. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select D EFFECT in

(p. 211).

(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired digital effect mode. (4) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The bars appear on the screen. In the STILL

and LUMI. modes, the still image is stored in memory.

(5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the effect, then press the dial.

Effect Items to be adjusted

STILL The degree of still image you want to superimpose on the moving

picture. FLASH The interval of flash motion. LUMI. The brightness of the area in the still image which is to be swapped

with a moving picture. TRAIL The vanishing time of the incidental picture. SLOW SHTR Shutter speed. The larger the shutter speed number, the slower the

shutter speed becomes. OLD MOVIE No adjustment necessary.

The more bars there are on the screen, the stronger the effect. The bars appear in the following modes: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL.

, then press the dial

MANUAL SET D EFFECT OFF STILL FLASH LUMI. TRAIL SLOW SHTR OLD MOVIE

[

MENU] : END

To cancel Digital effect

Set D EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings.

MANUAL SET

D EFFECT

LUMI.

[

MENU] : END

IIIIIIII

••••••••

Using special effects – Digital effect

Notes

•The following functions do not work during digital effects: – Fader – Super NightShot – Color Slow Shutter

•The PROGRAM AE function does not work in the slow shutter mode.

•The following functions do not work in the OLD MOVIE mode: – Wide mode – Picture effect – PROGRAM AE

When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG)

Digital effect is automatically canceled.

When recording in the slow shutter mode

Auto focus may not be effective. Focus manually using a tripod.

Shutter speed

Shutter speed number Shutter speed SLOW SHTR 1 1/30 SLOW SHTR 2 1/15 SLOW SHTR 3 1/8 SLOW SHTR 4 1/4

Advanced Recording Operations

Using the PROGRAM AE function

You can select the 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.

(PORTRAIT)

This mode brings out the subject while creating a soft background for subjects such as people or flowers.

(SPORTS)

This mode minimizes camera shake on fast-moving subjects such as in tennis or golf.

(BEACH & SKI)

This mode prevents people’s faces from appearing dark in strong light or reflected light, such as at a beach in midsummer or on a ski slope.

(SUNSETMOON)

This mode allows you to maintain atmosphere when you are recording sunsets, general night views, fireworks displays and neon signs.

(LANDSCAPE)

This mode is for when you record distant subjects such as mountains and prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows when you record a subject behind glass or a screen.

Using the PROGRAM AE function

(1) In CAMERA or MEMORY mode, press MENU to display the menu settings.* (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PROGRAM AE in

dial (p. 211).

(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired mode, then press the dial.

, then press the

Advanced Recording Operations

MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT D EFFECT FLASH MODE AUTO SHTR RETURN

[

MENU] : END

AUTO SPOTLIGHT PORTRAIT SPORTS BEACH&SKI SUNSETMOON LANDSCAPE

To cancel the PROGRAM AE function

Set PROGRAM AE to AUTO in the menu settings.

Notes

•In the SPOTLIGHT, SPORTS and BEACH & SKI modes, you cannot take close-ups. This is because your camcorder is set to focus only on subjects in the middle to far distance.

•In the SUNSETMOON and LANDSCAPE modes, your camcorder is set to focus only on distant subjects.

•The following functions do not work in the PROGRAM AE function: – Color Slow Shutter – SLOW SHUTTER – OLD MOVIE – BOUNCE

•PROGRAM AE function does not work in the following cases (The indicator flashes): – When using MEMORY MIX on a “Memory Stick.” – When NIGHTSHOT is set to ON.

If you are recording under a discharge tube such as a fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp or mercury lamp

Flickering or changes in color may occur in the following modes. If this happens, turn the PROGRAM AE function off:

– PORTRAIT – SPORTS

Even if the PROGRAM AE function is selected

You can adjust the exposure.

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

Adjusting the exposure manually

You can manually adjust and set the exposure. Normally, exposure is automatically adjusted. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases:

– When the subject is backlit. – When shooting bright subjects against dark backgrounds. – When recording dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully.

(1) In CAMERA or MEMORY mode, press EXPOSURE.* The exposure indicator

appears on the screen.

(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the brightness.

EXPOSURE

To return to the automatic exposure mode

Press EXPOSURE.

Note

When you adjust the exposure manually, the following functions do not work:

– Color Slow Shutter – BACK LIGHT

Your camcorder automatically returns to the automatic exposure mode:

– If you change the PROGRAM AE mode. – If you slide NIGHTSHOT to ON.

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

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 covered with water droplets. – Horizontal stripes. – Subjects with little contrast with backgrounds such as walls or the sky.

•When you want to change the focus from a subject in the foreground to a subject in

the background.

•Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod.

Normally, focus is automatically adjusted.

(1) In CAMERA or MEMORY mode, press FOCUS.* The 9 indicator appears on

the screen.

(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to sharpen focus.

Advanced Recording Operations

FOCUS

To return to the autofocus mode

Press FOCUS.

To focus precisely

It is easier to focus on subjects if you adjust the zoom to shoot at the “W” (wide-angle) after focusing at the “T” (telephoto) position.

When you shoot close to the subject

Focus at the end of the “W” (wide-angle) position.

The 9 indicator changes to the following indicators:

when recording a distant subject. when the subject is too close to focus on.

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

Interval recording

You can make a time-lapse recording by setting your camcorder to automatically record and standby sequentially. You can achieve an excellent recording for flowering, gradual appearances, etc., with this function.

(1) In the standby mode, press MENU to display the menu settings. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select INT. REC in

(p. 219).

(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select SET, then press the dial. (4) Set INTERVAL and REC TIME.

1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select INTERVAL, then press the dial. 2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired interval time, then

press the dial. The time: 30SEC y 1MIN y 5MIN y 10MIN

3 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select REC TIME, then press the dial. 4 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired recording time, then

press the dial. The time: 0.5SEC y 1SEC y 1.5SEC y 2SEC

5 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select

(5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial. (6) Press MENU to make the menu settings disappear. The INTERVAL TAPE

indicator flashes.

(7) Press START/STOP to start interval recording. The INTERVAL TAPE

indicator lights up.

Example

1 S

[a] [b]

[c]

[a]: Recording time (REC TIME) [b]: Waiting time [c]: Interval time (INTERVAL)

9 MIN 59 S

10 MIN

1 S

9 MIN 59 S

10 MIN

, then press the dial

RETURN, then press the dial.

Interval recording

2,3

TAPE SET

REC MODE AUTO MODE REMAIN FRAME REC I

NT. REC

OFF

RETURN

[MENU] : END

TAPE SET

REC MODE AUTO MODE REMAIN FRAME REC I

NT. REC

RETURNONOFF

[MENU] : END

SET

NTERVAL

TAPE

TAPE SET

NT. REC I

NTERVAL

REC T

RETURN

[MENU] : END

TAPE SET

NT. REC I

NTERVAL

REC T

RETURN

[MENU] : END

30SEC

0 . 5SEC

To cancel interval recording

Perform either of the following:

– Set INT. REC to OFF in the menu settings. – Set the POWER switch to the position other than CAMERA.

To perform normal recording during interval recording

You can perform normal recording only once during interval. Press START/STOP. The INTERVAL TAPE indicator flashes, and normal recording starts. To stop normal recording, press START/STOP again and the screen in step (6) appears.

TAPE SET

REC MODE AUTO MODE REMAIN FRAME REC I

NT. REC

RETURNONOFF

[MENU] : END

TAPE SET

NT. REC I

NTERVAL

REC T

RETURN

[MENU] : END

TAPE SET

NT. REC

NTERVAL

REC T

RETURN

[MENU] : END

SET

30SEC 1M I N 5M 10M

0 . 5SEC 1SEC 1

5SEC

2SEC

Advanced Recording Operations

On recording time

There may be a discrepancy in the recording time of up to +/– six frames from the selected time.

Frame by frame recording – Frame recording

You can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect using frame recording. To create this effect, alternately move the subject a little and make a frame recording.

We recommend that you use a tripod, and operate your camcorder using the Remote Commander after step (5).

(1) In the standby mode, press MENU to display the menu settings. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select FRAME REC in

dial (p. 219).

(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial. (4) Press MENU to make the menu settings disappear.

The FRAME REC indicator appears.

(5) Press START/STOP to start frame recording. Your camcorder makes a

recording for about six frames, and returns to recording standby.

(6) Move the subject, and repeat step (5).

, then press the

FRAME REC

TAPE SET

REC MODE AUTO MODE REMAIN FRAME REC I

NT. REC

RETURN

TAPE SET

REC MODE AUTO MODE REMAIN FRAME REC

OFF ON

NT. REC

RETURN

[MENU] : END

To cancel the frame recording

Perform either of the following: – Set FRAME REC to OFF in the menu settings. – Set the POWER switch to the position other than CAMERA.

Note

The remaining tape time is not indicated correctly if you use this function continuously.

When using the frame recording function

The last recorded cut is longer than other cuts.

Superimposing a title

You can select one of the eight preset titles and the two custom titles (p. 77). You can also select the language, color, size and position of titles.

VACATION

(1) In the standby mode, press TITLE to display the title menu. The title menu

display appears on the screen.

(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select

, then press the dial.

(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired title, then press the dial.

The titles are displayed in the language you selected.

(4) Change the color, size, or position, if necessary.

1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select COLOR, SIZE, or POSITION, then

press the dial. The selected item appears on the screen.

2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired item, then press the

dial.

3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 until the title is laid out as desired.

(5) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial again to complete the setting. (6) Press START/STOP to start recording. (7) When you want to stop recording the title, press TITLE.

TITLE

PRESET TITLE HELLO! HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS! OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING VACATION THE END

[

TITLE] : END

PRESET TITLE HELLO! HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS! OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING VACATION THE END

[

TITLE] : END

PRESET TITLE HELLO! HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS! OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING VACATION THE END RETURN [

TITLE] : END

PRESET TITLE HELLO! HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS! OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING VACATION THE END RETURN [

TITLE] : END

TITLE

VACATION

[

TITLE] : END

Advanced Recording Operations

SIZE SMALL

SIZE LARGE

VACATION

TITLE

VACATION

[

TITLE] : END

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). Then select the desired language and return to step (2).

Note

The date and time, or either of them, may not be displayed depending on the size or position of the title.

If you display the menu while superimposing a title

The title is not recorded while the menu is displayed.

To use a custom title If you want to use a custom title, select in step (2).

Title setting

•The title color changes as follows: WHITE y YELLOW y VIOLET y RED y CYAN y GREEN y BLUE

•The title size changes as follows: SMALL y LARGE You cannot input 13 characters or more in LARGE size. If you input more than 12 characters, the title size returns to SMALL even if you select LARGE.

•The title position changes as follows: 1 y 2 y 3 y 4 y 5 y 6 y 7 y 8 y 9 The larger the position number, the lower the title is positioned. When you select the title size “LARGE,” you cannot choose position 9.

In CINEMA mode, you cannot choose position 9 for “SMALL” size titles, and position 8 or 9 for “LARGE” size titles.

When you are selecting and setting the title

You cannot record the title displayed on the screen.

When you superimpose a title while you are recording

The beep does not sound.

While you are playing back

You can superimpose a title. However, the title is not recorded on the tape. You can record a title when you dub a tape by connecting your camcorder to a VCR with the A/V connecting cable.

If you use the i.LINK cable instead of the A/V connecting cable, you cannot record the title.

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) In CAMERA or VCR/PLAYER mode, press TITLE.* (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET,

then press the dial.

(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the column of the desired character,

then press the dial.

(5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired character, then press the

dial.

(6) Repeat steps (4) and (5) until you have selected all characters and completed

the title.

(7) To finish making your own titles, turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select SET,

then press the dial. The title is stored in memory.

(8) Press TITLE to make the title menu disappear.

, then press the dial.

Advanced Recording Operations

TITLE SET

TITLE

PRESET TITLE HELLO! HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS! OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING VACATION THE END

[

TITLE] : END

CUSTOM1 SET CUSTOM2 SET

[

TITLE] : END

TITLE SET CUSTOM1 SET CUSTOM2 SET RETURN

[

TITLE] : END

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АИМТЩ БЙНУЪ ВКФ ГХСзЯ ДПЦЬЕ

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АИМТЩ БЙНУЪ ВКФ ГХСзЯ ДПЦЬЕ

ÆŒ

$F¥

i ø ” : [ C ] [ cP2 ] [ SET ]

$F¥

i ø ” : [ C ] [ cP2 ] [ SET ]

TITLE SET _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

ABCDE FGHIJ KLMNO PQRST

UVWXY Z& ? ! ’ . , / – [

TITLE] : END

TITLE SET _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

ABCDE FGHIJ KLMNO PQRST

UVWXY Z& ? ! ’ . , / – [

TITLE] : END

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

TITLE SET CUSTOM1 SET CUSTOM2 SET RETURN

[

TITLE] : END

TITLE SET _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

ABCDE FGHIJ KLMNO PQRST UVWXY Z& ?! ’ . , / – [

TITLE] : END

TITLE SET _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

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UVWXY Z& ? ! ’ . , / – [

TITLE] : END

TITLE SET S_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

ABCDE FGHIJ KLMNO PQRST

UVWXY Z& ? ! ’ . , / – [

TITLE] : END

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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. The last character is erased. Enter the new title as desired.

If it takes a certain period *1) or longer to enter characters in the standby mode while a cassette is in your camcorder

The power automatically goes off. The characters you have entered remain stored in memory. Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) once, and turn it to CAMERA again, then start from step (1). We recommend setting the POWER switch to VCR/PLAYER or removing the cassette so that your camcorder is not automatically turned off while you are entering title characters.*

To erase a character

Select [C]. The last character is erased.

To enter a space

Select [Z& ?!], then select the blank part between & and ?.

If you select [ ]

The menu for selecting alphabet and Russian characters appears. Select [ ] to return to the previous screen.

*1) three minutes:

five minutes:

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

Using the built-in light

You can use the built-in light to suit your shooting situation. The recommended distance between the subject and camcorder is about 1.5 m (5 feet).

In CAMERA or MEMORY mode, press LIGHT repeatedly until the indicator appears on the screen.* The indicator changes as follows:

t t t no indicator

The built-in light turns on. If you turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), the built-in light turns off simultaneously. You cannot turn the built-in light on by turning the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY again.* To turn on the built-in light again, press LIGHT again in CAMERA or MEMORY mode.*

To turn off the built-in light

Press LIGHT repeatedly until no indicator appears on the screen.

To turn on the built-in light automatically

Press LIGHT repeatedly until the indicator appears on the screen. The built-in light automatically turns on and off according to the ambient brightness.

CAUTION

Be careful not to touch the lighting section, because the plastic window and surrounding surfaces are hot while the light is on. It remains hot for a while after the light is turned off.

Advanced Recording Operations

LIGHT

Built-in light

DANGER

Not to be handled by children. Emits intense heat and light. Use with caution to reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons. Do not directly aim the light at persons or materials from less than 1.22 m (4 feet) away during use and until the light becomes cool. Turn the built-in light off when not in use.

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

Using the built-in light

Notes

•The built-in light turns off automatically in the following cases: – When you leave it on for more than five minutes with the POWER switch set to

MEMORY.

– When it stays on in the AUTO mode ( ) for more than five minutes. – When you leave it on for more than five minutes with no cassette inserted or after

the tape has run out.

To turn the built-in light on again, press LIGHT again.

•The battery pack discharges quickly while the built-in light is turned on. Turn it off when not in use.

•When you do not use your camcorder, turn the built-in light off and remove the battery pack to avoid turning on the built-in light accidentally.

•When flickering occurs while shooting in the AUTO mode ( ), press LIGHT until the indicator appears.

•The built-in light may turn on/off when you use the PROGRAM AE or backlight function while shooting in the AUTO mode ( ).

•The built-in light may turn off when inserting or ejecting a cassette.

•The built-in light is turned off in the following cases: – While the end search function is working – Interval time of Interval recording

•When you use the conversion lens (optional), light from the built-in light is blocked

and may not illuminate the subject properly.

Using the built-in light

Replacing the bulb

Use the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp (optional). The supplied halogen lamp is not commercially available. Purchase the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp. Remove the power source before replacing the bulb.

(1) Remove the built-in light unit while pushing the hole under the built-in light

unit using a wire.

(2) Turn the bulb housing counterclockwise and detach from the built-in light

unit.

(3) Replace the bulb using a dry cloth. (4) Attach the bulb housing by turning it clockwise, then replace the built-in light

unit.

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NOTE

Be sure to align the tab with the groove when inserting.

Advanced Recording Operations

CAUTION

•When replacing the bulb, use only the Sony XB-3D halogen lamp (optional) to reduce the risk of fire.

•To prevent possible burn hazard, disconnect the power source before replacing and do not touch the bulb until the bulb becomes cool enough to handle (for about 30 minutes or more).

Note

To prevent the bulb from being smudged with finger prints, handle it with a dry cloth, etc. If the bulb is smudged, wipe it thoroughly.

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.

[a]

(1) In the standby mode, keep pressing EDITSEARCH, and release the button at

the insert end point [b].

(2) Press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander.

The ZERO SET MEMORY indicator flashes and the counter resets to zero.

(3) Keep pressing the – 7 side of EDITSEARCH and release the button at the

insert start point [a].

(4) Press START/STOP to start recording.

The scene is inserted. Recording stops automatically near the counter zero point. Your camcorder returns to the standby mode. The zero set memory function is canceled.

ZERO SET MEMORY

[b]

EDITSEARCH

Notes

•The zero set memory function does not work with tapes recorded in the Hi8 / standard 8 mm system.

•The picture and the sound may be distorted at the end of the inserted section when it is played back.

If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portions

The zero set memory function may not work correctly.

— Advanced Playback Operations —

Playing back a tape with picture effects

During playback, you can process a scene using the following picture effects: NEG.ART, SEPIA, B&W and SOLARIZE.

(1) In the playback or playback pause mode, press MENU to display the menu

settings.

(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select P EFFECT in

(p. 211).

(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired picture effect mode, then

press the dial. For details of each picture effect, see page 64.

, then press the dial

MANUAL SET P EFFECT D EFFECT RETURN

[

MENU] : END

OFF NEG. ART SEPIA B&W SOLARIZE

Advanced Playback Operations

To cancel Picture effect

Set P EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings.

Playing back a tape with picture effects

Notes

•You cannot record images on a tape on your camcorder while you are processing the image using Picture effect. However, you can record images as follows:

– on a “Memory Stick” as a still image – on a VCR using your camcorder as a player

•Picture effect does not work with tapes recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm

system.

•You cannot process externally input scenes using Picture effect.

Pictures processed by Picture effect

Pictures processed by Picture effect are not output through the DV jack.

When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) or stop playing back

Picture effect is automatically canceled.

Playing back a tape with digital effects

During playback, you can process a scene using the following digital effects: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL.

(1) In the playback mode or playback pause mode, press MENU to display the

menu settings.

(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select D EFFECT in

(p. 211).

(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired digital effect mode, then

press the dial. The bars appear on the screen. In the STILL or LUMI. mode, the picture shown when you press the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial is captured and stored in memory as a still image at the time.

(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the effect, then press the dial.

For details of each digital effect, see page 65.

, then press the dial

Advanced Playback Operations

MANUAL SET D EFFECT OFF ST ILL FLASH

LUMI. TRAIL

[

MENU] : END

To cancel Digital effect

Set D EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings.

MANUAL SET D EFFECT

LUMI.

[

MENU] : END

IIIIIIII

••••••••

Playing back a tape with digital effects

Notes

•You cannot record images on a tape on your camcorder while you are processing the image using Digital effect. However, you can record images as follows:

– on a “Memory Stick” as a still image – on a VCR using your camcorder as a player

•Digital effect does not work with tapes recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm

system.

•You cannot process externally input scenes using Digital effect.

Pictures processed by Digital effect

Pictures processed by Digital effect are not output through the DV jack.

When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) or stop playing back

Digital effect is automatically canceled.

Enlarging recorded images – Tape PB ZOOM

You can enlarge an image recorded on tapes. Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on a “Memory Stick” (p. 172).

(1) In the playback or playback pause mode, press PB ZOOM. The center of the

image is enlarged to about twice its size, and

(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to move the enlarged image, then press the

dial.

: To view the upper part of the image : To view the lower part of the image

(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to move the enlarged image, then press the

dial.

: To view the left part of the image (Turn the dial downward.) : To view the right part of the image (Turn the dial upward.)

(4) Adjust the zoom ratio by the power zoom lever.

You can enlarge the image from 1.1 times up to five times its size.

W: To decrease the zoom ratio

T : To increase the zoom ratio

appear on the screen.

Advanced Playback Operations

PB ZOOM

To cancel Tape PB ZOOM

Press PB ZOOM.

PB ZOOM

× 2.0

[

EXEC] : T t

PB ZOOM

× 2.0

[

EXEC] : r R

Enlarging recorded images – Tape PB ZOOM

Notes

•You cannot record images on a tape or on a “Memory Stick” on your camcorder while you are processing the image using Tape PB ZOOM. However, you can record images on a VCR using your camcorder as a player.

•Tape PB ZOOM does not work with tapes recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm system.

•You cannot process externally input scenes using Tape PB ZOOM.

Images in Tape PB ZOOM

These images are not output through the DV jack.

Tape PB ZOOM is automatically canceled when:

– The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG). – You stop playing back. – You press MENU. – You press TITLE.

Quickly locating a scene – ZERO SET MEMORY

Your camcorder automatically searches for the scene having a tape 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 when the tape counter is not displayed

on the screen.

(2) Press ZERO SET MEMORY at the point you want to locate later. The tape

counter shows “0:00:00,” then starts counting. The ZERO SET MEMORY indicator flashes on the screen.

(3) Press x when you want to stop playback. (4) Press m to rewind the tape to the counter’s zero point. The tape stops

automatically when the counter reaches approximately zero. The ZERO SET MEMORY indicator disappears, and the time code appears.

(5) Press N. Playback starts from the counter’s zero point.

Advanced Playback Operations

ZERO SET MEMORYDISPLAY

Notes

•The zero set memory does not work with tapes recorded in the Hi8 / standard 8 mm system.

•When you press ZERO SET MEMORY before rewinding the tape, the zero set memory is canceled.

•There may be a discrepancy of several seconds between the time code and the tape counter.

If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portions

The zero set memory may not work correctly.

The zero set memory also in the standby mode

When you insert a scene in the middle of a recorded tape, press ZERO SET MEMORY at the point you want to end the insertion. Rewind the tape to the insert start point, and start recording. Recording stops automatically at the tape counter zero point. Your camcorder returns to the standby mode.

Searching for a recording by date – DATE SEARCH

Your camcorder can automatically search for the point where the recording date changes and starts playback from that point. 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.

JUL 5 2003JUL 4 2003 DEC 31 2003

[a][b][c]

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the DATE

SEARCH indicator appears on the screen. The indicator changes as follows:

DATE SEARCH y (no indicator)

DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH t PHOTO SCAN t (no indicator)

(3) When the current position is [b], press . to search toward [a] or press >

to search toward [c]. Your camcorder automatically starts playback at the point where the date changes. Each time you press . or >, your camcorder searches for the previous or next date.

MODE

DATE

To stop searching

Press x.

Searching for a recording by date – DATE SEARCH

Notes

•The date search function does not work with tapes recorded in the Hi8 / standard 8 mm system.

•If one day’s recording is less than two minutes, your camcorder may not accurately find the point where the recording date changes.

If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portions

The date search function may not work correctly.

Advanced Playback Operations

Searching for a photo – PHOTO SEARCH/PHOTO SCAN

You can search for the still image recorded on a 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. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the

PHOTO SEARCH indicator appears on the screen. The indicator changes as follows: DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH t PHOTO SCAN t (no indicator)

(3) Press . or > to select the photo for playback. Each time you press . or

> your camcorder searches for the previous or next photo. Your camcorder

automatically starts playback of the photo.

PHOTO

MODE

To stop searching

Press x.

PHOTO

DCR-TRV250

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 . or >.

Each photo is played back for about five seconds automatically.

PHOTO

MODE

SCAN

DCR-TRV250

Advanced Playback Operations

To stop scanning

Press x.

If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portions

The photo search and photo scan function may not work correctly.

— 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.

Before operation

•Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.)

•Press the following buttons to make the indicators disappear so that they will not be

superimposed on the edited tape:

– DATA CODE on the Remote Commander – SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander – DISPLAY

(1) Insert a tape for recording into the VCR, and insert the recorded tape into your

camcorder.

(2) Prepare the VCR for recording, then set the input selector to LINE.

Connect the A/V connecting cable to the AUDIO/VIDEO jack. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR.

(3) Set the POWER switch to VCR/PLAYER.* (4) Play back the recorded tape on your camcorder. (5) Start recording on the VCR.

Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR.

Yellow White

A/V connecting cable (supplied)

S VIDEO OUTS VIDEO

V OUT

Red

AUDIO/ VIDEO

: Signal flow

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

S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO

VCR

Dubbing a tape

CCD-TRV418

Yellow

S VIDEO

V OUT

S VIDEO OUT

: Signal flow

A/V connecting cable (supplied)

Black

VIDEO AUDIO

When you have finished dubbing a tape

Press x on both your camcorder and the VCR.

To prevent deterioration of pictures when dubbing

Set EDIT to ON in the menu settings before dubbing. (The default setting is OFF.) (p. 214)

You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems:

8 mm , Hi8 , Digital8 , VHS , S-VHS , VHSC , S-VHSC , Betamax , ED Betamax , mini DV , DV , or MICRO MV .

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. When the white plug is connected, the left channel audio is output, and when the red plug is connected, the right channel audio is output.

If your VCR is a stereo type

Connect the audio plug of the A/V connecting cable to the left (white) input jack of your VCR.

VCR

Editing

If your VCR has an S video jack

Pictures can be reproduced more faithfully by using an S video cable (optional). With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and the VCR.

Dubbing a tape

Using the i.LINK cable

Simply connect the i.LINK cable (optional) to DV on your camcorder and to DV IN on the DV products. With a digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing. You cannot dub the screen indicators.

(1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, and insert

the recorded tape into your camcorder.

(2) Set the input selector on the VCR to DV IN if it is available. Refer to the

operating instructions of your VCR.

(3) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (4) Play back the recorded tape on your camcorder. (5) Start recording on the VCR.

Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR.

VCR

is marked on

this side.

: Signal flow

DV IN

i.LINK cable (optional)

Dubbing a tape

When you have finished dubbing a tape

Press x on both your camcorder and the VCR.

Note on tapes that are recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm system

The picture may fluctuate. This is not a malfunction. Digital signals are output as image signals from the DV jack during playback.

You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable

See page 244 for more information about i.LINK.

Pictures processed by the following functions cannot be output through the DV jack:

– Digital effect – Tape PB ZOOM – Picture effect

If you record paused playback picture with the DV jack

The recorded picture becomes rough. Also, when you play back the picture using other video equipment, the picture may jitter.

When you connect using an i.LINK cable

You cannot dub the titles and display indicators.

Editing

Dubbing a tape easily – Easy Dubbing

VCR operation for dubbing can be controlled easily by using your camcorder when the VCR is connected. You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles stored in your camcorder as instructed in “Making your own titles” (p. 77). Select the desired color, size, and background color of titles.

Using the Easy Dubbing

Step 1 Connecting the VCR

Step 2 Setting the VCR to operate with your camcorder (p. 99 to 102) Step 3 Selecting the title (p. 103) Step 4 Selecting the dubbing mode (p. 104) Step 5 Performing Easy Dubbing (p. 105)

If you dub using the same VCR again, you can skip Step 2 (p. 99 to 102). If you do not need to put in a title, you can skip Step 3 (p. 103).

Step 1: Connecting the VCR

Connect the devices as illustrated in page 95.

You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems:

8 mm , Hi8 , Digital8 , VHS , S-VHS , VHSC , S-VHSC , Betamax , ED Betamax , mini DV , DV , or MICRO MV .

If your VCR has an S video jack

Picture can be reproduced more faithfully by using an S video cable (optional). With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and the VCR.

Dubbing a tape easily – Easy Dubbing

Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with your camcorder

Signals to control the VCR are sent from your camcorder’s infrared rays emitter to the VCR’s remote sensor. When you connect using the A/V connecting cable, follow the procedure below, steps

(1) to (4), to send the control signal correctly.

(1) Setting the modes to cancel recording pause on the VCR

1 Set the POWER switch to PLAYER on your camcorder. 2 Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set the input selector to LINE.

When you connect a video camera recorder, set its power switch to VTR/ VCR.

3 Press EASY DUB to display the menu. 4 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select SETUP, then press the dial. 5 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PAUSE MODE, then press the

dial.

6 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the mode to cancel recording

pause on the VCR, then press the dial.

Editing

EASY DUB

)

EASY DUBBING START T I T LE SEL MODE SEL SETUP

[

EA SY]:END

(

CCD-TRV418

NORMAL

BUD

EASY DUBBING SETUP I R SETUP PAUSE MODE I R TEST RETURN

[

EA SY]:END

BUD

00:00:0

NORMAL

EASY DUBBING SETUP I R SETUP PAUSE MODE I R TEST RETURN

[

EA SY]:END

BUD

00:00:0

PAUSE REC PB

00:00:0

NORMAL

Dubbing a tape easily – Easy Dubbing

Buttons for canceling recording pause on the VCR

The buttons vary depending on your VCR. To cancel recording pause:

– Select PAUSE if the button to cancel recording pause is X. – Select REC if the button to cancel recording pause is z. – Select PB if the button to cancel recording pause is N.

(2) Setting the IR SETUP code

1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IR SETUP, then press the dial. 2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the IR SETUP code of your VCR,

then press the dial.

Check the code in “About the IR SETUP code” (p. 101).

CCD-TRV418

EASY DUBBING SETUP I R SETUP PAUSE MODE I R TEST RETURN

[

EASY DUB]:END

EASY DUBBING SETUP I R SETUP PAUSE MODE I R TEST RETURN

[

EASY DUB]:END

00:00:0

NORMAL

00:00:0

NORMAL

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Sony DCR-TRV318, DCR-TRV418 Operating Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Main Features

Table of contents

Checking supplied accessories

Quick Start Guide – Recording on a tape

Quick Start Guide

Quick Start Guide – Recording on a “Memory Stick”

— Getting Started —

Using this manual

Step 1 Preparing the power supply

Installing the battery pack

Charging the battery pack

Connecting to a wall outlet

Step 2 Setting the date and time

Step 3 Inserting a cassette

— Recording – Basics —

Recording a picture

Shooting a backlit subject – BACK LIGHT

Self-timer recording

Superimposing the date and time on pictures

Playing back a tape

Playback – Basics

To display the screen indicators – Display function

Viewing recordings on TV

Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” while recording on a tape

Advanced Recording Operations

Recording still images on a tape – Tape Photo recording

Using the wide mode

Using the fader function

Using special effects – Picture effect

Using special effects – Digital effect

Using the PROGRAM AE function

Adjusting the exposure manually

Focusing manually

Interval recording

Frame by frame recording – Frame recording

Superimposing a title

Making your own titles

Using the built-in light

Inserting a scene

Playing back a tape with picture effects

Advanced Playback Operations

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

— Editing —

Dubbing a tape

Dubbing a tape easily – Easy Dubbing