Sony DCR-TRV5 User Manual
3-864-186-51 (1)
Digital Video
Camera Recorder
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the
serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DCR-TRV5 Model No. AC-V615
Serial No. Serial No.
DCR-TRV5
©1998 by Sony Corporation
Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam VisionTM camcorder. With your
Welcome!
Handycam Vision, you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound
quality. Your Handycam Vision is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is
very easy to use. You will soon be producing home video that you can enjoy for years to
come.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
This symbol is intended to alert
the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert
the user to the presence of
important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
For the customers in the U.S.A.
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.
For the customers in CANADA
DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY.
LITHIUM ION BATTERY.
DISPOSE OF PROPERLY.
You can return your unwanted lithium ion batteries
to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory
Service Center.
Note: In some areas the disposal of lithium ion
batteries in household or business trash may
be prohibited.
For the Sony Service Center nearest you call
1-800-222-SONY (United States only)
For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you call
416-499-SONY (Canada only)
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium
ion battery.
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CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
USE THIS POLARIZED AC PLUG WITH AN
EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR
OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT
BLADE EXPOSURE.
Table of contents
DCR-TRV5E.51
Table of contents
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Before you begin 4
Using this manual .................................... 4
Checking supplied accessories............... 6
Getting started7
Charging and installing the battery
pack ..................................................... 7
Inserting a cassette .................................10
Basic operations 11
Camera recording ..................................11
Using the zoom feature ..................13
Selecting the start/stop mode .......14
Shooting with the LCD screen .......15
Letting the subject monitor the
shot..............................................16
Hints for better shooting .......................17
Playing back a tape ................................ 19
Searching for the end of the picture .... 21
Advanced operations 22
Using alternative power sources ......... 22
Using the house current ................. 22
Using a car battery ..........................22
Changing the mode settings ................. 23
—for camera recording—
Shooting with backlighting ..................27
Using the FADER function ...................28
Photo recording ......................................29
Using the wide mode function.............31
Using the PROGRAM AE function ..... 32
Focusing manually.................................34
Enjoying picture effect ..........................36
Adjusting the exposure ......................... 38
Superimposing a title ............................39
Making a custom title ............................42
Labeling a cassette ................................. 44
Releasing the STEADYSHOT
function .............................................47
—for playing back/editing—
Watching on a TV screen 48
Searching the boundaries of recorded
tape with date – date search ..........50
Searching the boundaries of recorded
tape with title – title search ............ 53
Searching for a photo – photo search/
photo scan ........................................ 54
Returning to a pre-registered
position .............................................57
Displaying recording data – data code
function .............................................58
Editing onto another tape ..................... 59
Replacing recording on a tape – insert
editing ............................................... 61
Audio dubbing ....................................... 62
Additional information 64
Usable cassettes and playback
modes ................................................ 64
Charging the vanadium-lithium
battery in the camcorder ................65
Resetting the date and time ..................66
Tips for using the battery pack ............ 67
Maintenance information and
precautions ....................................... 71
Using your camcorder abroad ............. 74
Trouble check .........................................75
Self-diagnosis function ..........................80
Specifications .......................................... 81
Identifying the parts .............................. 82
Warning indicators ................................ 90
Index ........................................................ 91
Before you begin
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Before you begin
Using this manual
As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the camcorder are shown in
capital letters.
e.g., Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
As indicated with ≥ in the illustrations, you can hear the beep sound to confirm your
operation.
Note on Cassette Memory
This camcorder is based on the DV format. You can only use mini DV cassettes with
this camcorder. We recommend you to use a tape with cassette memory .
The functions which depend on whether the tape has the cassette memory or not are:
• End Search (p. 21)
• Date Search (p. 50)
• Photo Search (p. 54).
The functions you can operate only with the cassette memory are:
• Title Search (p. 53)
• Superimposing a title (p. 39)
• Making a custom title (p. 42)
• Labeling a cassette (p. 44)
For details, see page 64.
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.
Precaution on copyright
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.
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Using this manual
Precautions on camcorder care
• The LCD screen and/or the color viewfinder are manufactured using highprecision technology. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or
bright points (red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD
screen and/or in the viewfinder. These points are normal in the manufacturing
process and do not affect the recorded picture in any way. Over 99.99% are
operational for effective use.
• Do not let the camcorder get wet. Keep the camcorder away from rain and sea water.
Letting the camcorder get wet may cause the unit to malfunction, and sometimes this
malfunction cannot be repaired [a].
• Never leave the camcorder exposed to temperatures above 140°F (60°C), such as in a
car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b].
Before you begin
[a]
[b]
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Checking supplied accessories
Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder.
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1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 87)
2 NP-F330 battery pack (1) (p. 7)
3 AC-V615 AC power adaptor (1) (p. 7, 22)
The shape of the plug varies from region
to region.
4 DK-415 connecting cord (1) (p. 22)
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5
8
6
5 size AA (R6) battery for Remote
Commander (2) (p. 87)
6 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 48, 60)
7 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 84)
8 Lens cap (1) (p. 11)
Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made
due to a malfunction of the camcorder, video tape, etc.
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Getting started
Charging and installing the battery pack
Before using your camcorder, you first need to charge and install the battery pack. To
charge the battery pack, use the supplied AC power adaptor.
This camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.
“InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Charging the battery pack
Charge the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration.
(1)Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor.
(2)Align the surface of the battery pack indicated by the z mark with the edge of the
terminal shutter of the AC power adaptor. Then fit and slide the battery pack in the
direction of the arrow.
(3)Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet. The CHARGE lamp (orange) lights up.
Charging begins.
When the CHARGE lamp goes out, normal charge is completed. For full charge,
which allows you to use the battery longer than usual, leave the battery pack in place
for approximately one hour. Unplug the unit from the wall outlet, then remove the
battery pack and install it into the camcorder. You can also use the battery pack before it
is completely charged.
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Getting started
CHARGE
Charging time
Battery pack Charging time *
NP-F330 (supplied) 130 (70)
NP-F550 180 (120)
NP-F530 170 (110)
The time required for a normal charge is indicated in parentheses.
* Approximate minutes to charge an empty battery pack using the supplied AC power
adaptor. (Lower temperatures require a longer charging time.)
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Charging and installing the battery pack
Battery life
While using with viewfinder
Battery pack Continuous recording time ** Typical recording time ***
NP-F330 (supplied) 80 (70) 45 (40)
NP-F550 165 (140) 90 (80)
NP-F530 130 (115) 70 (65)
While using with LCD
Battery pack Continuous Typical Playing
NP-F330 (supplied) 60 (55) 35 (30) 65 (60)
NP-F550 130 (115) 75 (65) 135 (120)
NP-F530 100 (90) 55 (50) 105 (95)
Numbers in parentheses indicate the time when you use a normally charged battery.
Battery life will be shorter if you use the camcorder in a cold environment.
** Approximate continuous recording time at 25°C (77°F).
*** Approximate minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/stop,
zooming and turning the power on/off. The actual battery life may be shorter.
Notes on remaining battery time indication during recording
• Remaining battery time is displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.
However, the indication may not be displayed properly, depending on using
conditions and circumstances.
• When you close the LCD panel and open it again, it takes about 1 minute for the
correct remaining time to be displayed.
recording time ** recording time *** time with LCD
To remove the battery pack
Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow.
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Charging and installing the battery pack
Notes on charging the battery pack
• The CHARGE lamp will remain lit for a while even if the battery pack is removed
and the power cord is unplugged after charging the battery pack. This is normal.
• If the CHARGE lamp does not light, disconnect the power cord. After about one
minute, reconnect the power cord again.
• You cannot charge the battery pack while the DK-415 connecting cord is connected
to the AC power adaptor.
• When a fully charged battery pack is installed, the CHARGE lamp will light once,
then go out.
Installing the battery pack
(1)Set the POWER switch to OFF to prevent misoperation of the camcorder.
(2)To open the lid of the battery compartment, slide the OPEN (BATT) release lever.
(3)Insert the battery pack in the direction of the arrow.
(4)Close the lid.
Getting started
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POWER
VTR
OFF
CAMERA
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To remove the battery pack
Open the lid of the battery compartment. Then release the battery release lever, and
remove the battery pack.
Battery release lever
When removing battery pack
Always keep the lid of the battery compartment upright so that the battery pack does
not fall out when you open the lid.
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Inserting a cassette
You can use mini DV cassette with logo* only.
Make sure that the power source is installed.
(1)While pressing the small blue button on the EJECT switch, slide it in the direction of
the arrow. The cassette lid and compartment open.
(2)Insert a cassette with the window facing out into the cassette compartment.
(3)Close the lid by pressing the mark button.
* is a trademark.
1 2
EJECT
Notes
• The cassette lid may not be closed when you press any part of the lid other than the
mark button.
• When you open or close the cassette lid, put down the grip strap.
• Be careful that your fingers are not caught in cassete lid.
To eject the cassette
While pressing the small blue button on the EJECT switch, slide it in the direction of the
arrow.
To prevent accidental erasure
Slide and open the tab on the cassette to expose the red mark. If you try to record with
the red mark exposed, the L and 6 indicators flash on the LCD screen or in the
viewfinder, and you cannot record on the tape. To re-record on this tape, slide and close
the tab to cover the red mark.
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PUSH
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Basic operations
Camera recording
Make sure that the power source is installed and a cassette is inserted and that the
START/STOP MODE switch (p. 14) is set to . Before you record one-time events, you
may want to make a trial recording to make sure that the camcorder is working
correctly.
When you use the camcorder for the first time, power on it and reset the date and time
to your time before you start recording (p. 66).
(1)Remove the lens cap and pull the lens cap string to fix it.
(2)While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to CAMERA. The
camcorder is set to Standby mode.
(3)Press START/STOP.
The camcorder starts recording. “REC” appears in the viewfinder. The camera
recording lamp on the front of the camcorder also lights up.
You can also select Recording mode, SP (standard play) mode or LP (long play) mode.
Set REC MODE in the menu system according to the length of your planned recording
before you start.
Basic operations
[a]
2
VTR
OFF
CAMERA
POWER
STBY
–:––:––
1
3
POWER
VTR
OFF
CAMERA
To stop recording momentarily [a]
Press START/STOP. The “STBY” indicator appears in the viewfinder (Standby
mode).
To finish recording [b]
Press START/STOP again to stop recording. Set the POWER switch to OFF. Then, eject
the cassette and remove the battery pack.
POWER
VTR
OFF
CAMERA
0:00:00
60min
40min
REC
25min
STBY
0:35:20
[b]
POWER
VTR
OFF
CAMERA
POWER
VTR
OFF
CAMERA
When you use mini DV cassette with cassette memory
Read the instruction about cassette memory to use this function properly (p. 64).
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Camera recording
To focus the viewfinder lens
If you cannot see the indicators in the viewfinder clearly, or after someone else has used
the camcorder, focus the viewfinder lens. Move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever so
that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus.
Note on Standby mode
If you leave the camcorder in Standby mode for 5 minutes while the cassette is inserted,
the camcorder turns off automatically. This prevents wearing down the battery and
wearing out the tape. To resume Standby mode, while pressing the small green button
on the POWER switch, set it to OFF once, and then to CAMERA. To start recording,
press START/STOP.
Note on Recording mode
This camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long
play) mode. Select SP or LP in the menu system. In LP mode, you can record 1.5 times
as long as in SP mode.
Notes on LP mode
• We recommend to use this camcorder to play back a tape recorded on this camcorder.
If a tape recorded on other camcorder is played back on this camcorder, or vice versa,
mosaic-pattern noise may appear.
• When you record in SP and LP modes on one tape or you record some scenes in LP
mode, the playback picture may be distorted or the time code may not be written
properly between scenes.
• When you record in LP mode, we recommend you to use a Sony Excellence/Master
mini DV cassette so that you can get the most out of your camcorder.
• You cannot make audio dubbing on a tape recorded in LP mode. Use the SP mode for
the tape to be audio dubbed.
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Notes on the time code
• 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
VTR mode.
• Be sure not to make a blank portion when recording, because the time code will start
from “0:00:00:00” again.
• This camcorder uses the drop frame mode.
Note on the beep sound
As indicated with ≥ in the illustrations, a beep sounds when you turn the power on or
when you start recording, and two beeps sound when you stop recording, confirming
the operation. Several beeps also sound as a warning of any unusual condition of the
camcorder.
Note that the beep sound is not recorded on the tape. If you do not want to hear the
beep sound, select OFF in the menu system.
Camera recording
Note on remaining tape indicator
The indicator may not be displayed accurately depending on the tape. Though the
indicator does not appear at the time of recording, it will appear in a few seconds.
Using the zoom feature
Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the
scene.
For more professional-looking recordings, use the zoom function sparingly.
“T” side: for telephoto (subject appears closer)
“W” side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away)
Basic operations
T
W
T
W
TW
Zooming speed (Variable speed zooming)
Press the power zoom switch a little for a relatively slow zoom; press it still more for a
high-speed zoom.
When you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoom
If you cannot get a sharp focus while in extreme telephoto zoom, press the “W” side of
the power zoom switch until the focus is sharp. You can shoot a subject that is at least
about 2 5/8 feet (about 80 cm) away from the lens surface in the telephoto position, or
about 1/2 inch (about 1 cm) away in the wide-angle position.
Notes on digital zoom
• More than 10x zoom is performed digitally, and the picture quality deteriorates as
you go toward the “T” side. If you do not want to use the digital zoom, set the D
ZOOM function to OFF in the menu system.
• The right side [a] of the power zoom indicator shows the digital zooming zone, and
the left side [b] shows the optical zooming zone. If you set the D ZOOM function to
OFF, the [a] zone disappears.
T
W
T
W
[b]
[a]
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Camera recording
Selecting the start/stop mode
Your camcorder has two modes besides normal start/stop mode. These modes enable
you to take a series of quick shots resulting in a lively video.
(1)Set START/STOP MODE to the desired mode.
: Recording starts when you press START/STOP, and stops when you press it
again (normal mode).
ANTI GROUND SHOOTING : The camcorder records only while you press down
START/STOP so that you can avoid recording unnecessary scenes.
5SEC : When you press START/STOP, the camcorder records for 5 seconds and then
stops automatically.
(2)Press START/STOP. Recording starts.
If you selected 5SEC, five dots appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. The dots
disappear at a rate of one per second as illustrated below. When five seconds elapse and
all the dots disappear, the camcorder switches to Standby mode automatically.
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START/STOP
MODE
5SEC
ANTI GROUND
SHOOTING
2
POWER
VTR
OFF
CAMERA
REC
0:00:00
To extend the recording time in 5SEC mode
Press START/STOP again before all the dots disappear. Recording continues for about
5 seconds from the moment you press START/STOP.
Note on 5SEC recording
If you have turned off the indicators on the LCD screen, the dots do not appear.
REC
0:00:04
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Camera recording
Shooting with the LCD screen
You can also record the picture while looking at the LCD screen.
When using the LCD screen, the viewfinder turns off automatically except in mirror
mode. You cannot monitor the sound from the speaker during CAMERA mode.
(1)While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel.
(2)Adjust angle of the LCD panel.
The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to this side and about 180 degrees to the
other side.
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen in the menu system.
The battery life is longer when the LCD panel is closed. Use the viewfinder instead of
the LCD screen to save the battery power.
Basic operations
[a]
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Notes on the LCD panel
• When closing the LCD panel, turn it vertically until it clicks [a].
• When turning the LCD panel, turn it always vertically; otherwise, the camcorder
body may be damaged or the LCD panel may not close properly [b].
• Close the LCD panel completely when not in use.
• Do not push nor touch the LCD panel while operating the camcorder.
• You may find it difficult to view the LCD screen due to glare when using the
camcorder outdoors.
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2
2
180°
[b]
90°
90°
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Camera recording
Letting the subject monitor the shot
You can turn the LCD panel over so that it faces the other way and you can let the
subject monitor the shot while shooting with the viewfinder.
Turn the LCD panel up vertically. When you turn the LCD panel 180 degrees, the
indicator appears on the LCD screen (mirror mode) and the time code and remaining
tape indicators disappear.
You can also use the Remote Commander.
To cancel mirror mode
Turn the LCD panel down toward the camcorder body.
Notes on mirror mode
• When you turn the LCD panel about 90 degrees to 180 degrees, the camcorder enters
mirror mode.
• Using the mirror mode, you can record yourself while watching yourself on the LCD.
• The picture on the LCD looks like a mirror-image while recording in mirror mode.
The STBY indicator appears as Pr and REC as r. Other indicators appear as mirrorimage. Some indicators may not appear in mirror mode.
• While recording in mirror mode, you cannot operate the following functions: MENU,
TITLE, and ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander.
• While recording in mirror mode, the picture on the LCD screen turns from right side
to left side like a subject in the mirror. However, the recorded picture on the tape is
same as that of the actual subject.
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Hints for better shooting
For hand-held shots, you will get better results by holding the camcorder according to
the following suggestions:
• Hold the camcorder firmly and secure it with the grip strap so that you can easily
manipulate the controls with your thumb. [a]
[b]
[a]
• Place your elbows against your side.
• Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it.
• Place your eye against the viewfinder eyecup.
• Be sure not to touch the built-in microphone.
• Use the LCD panel frame or the viewfinder frame as a guide to determine the
horizontal plane.
• You can also record in a low position to get an interesting angle. Lift the viewfinder
up for record from a low position. [b]
• You can also record in a low position or even in a high position using the LCD panel.
[c]
• 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.
[c]
Basic operations
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Hints for better shooting
[e]
Place the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripod
Try placing the camcorder on a table top or any other flat surface of suitable height. If
you have a tripod for a still camera, you can also use it with the camcorder. When
attaching a non-Sony tripod, make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than
9/32 inch (6.5 mm). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw
may damage the camcorder.
Cautions on the LCD panel and on the viewfinder
• Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder or the LCD panel. [d]
• Do not place the camcorder so as to point the viewfinder or the LCD panel toward
the sun. The inside of the viewfinder or the LCD panel may be damaged. Be careful
when placing the camcorder under sunlight or by a window. [e]
[d]
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Playing back a tape
You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.
(1)Insert the recorded tape with the window facing out.
(2)While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel.
(3)While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to VTR.
(4)Press 0 to rewind the tape.
(5)Press ( to start playback.
(6)Adjust the volume using VOL +/–.
You can also monitor the picture on a TV screen, after connecting the camcorder to a TV
or VCR.
Basic operations
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2
1
VOL
6
To stop playback, press p.
To rewind the tape, press 0.
To fast-forward the tape rapidly, press ).
Using the Remote Commander
You can control playback using the supplied Remote Commander. Before using the
Remote Commander, insert the size AA (R6) batteries.
Using the stand
When you play back on the LCD screen, use the stand to make easy to watch.
Stand
To display the LCD screen/viewfinder screen indicators
Press DISPLAY. (p. 83)
To erase the indicators, press again.
Note on screen indicators
The screen indicator disappears when the title is displayed.
3
OFF
POWER
VTR
CAMERA
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Playing back a tape
Using headphones
Connect headphones (not supplied) to the 2 jack. You can adjust the volume of the
headphones using VOL +/–.
To view the playback picture in the viewfinder
Close the LCD panel. The viewfinder turns on automatically.
When using the viewfinder, you can monitor the sound only by using headphones.
To view on the LCD screen again, open the LCD panel. The viewfinder turns off
automatically.
Various playback modes
To view a still picture (playback pause)
Press P during playback. To resume playback, press P or (.
To locate a scene (picture search)
Keep pressing 0 or ) during playback. To resume normal playback, release the
button.
To monitor the high-speed picture while advancing the tape or
rewinding (skip scan)
Keep pressing 0 while rewinding or ) while advancing the tape. To resume
normal rewinding or fast-forward, release the button.
To view the picture at 1/3 speed (slow playback)
Press & on the Remote Commander during playback. For slow playback in reverse
direction, press <, then press &. To resume normal playback, press (.
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To view the picture at double speed
For double speed playback in the reverse direction, press <, then press ×2 on the
Remote Commander during playback. For double speed playback in the forward
direction, press >, then press ×2 during playback. To resume normal playback, press
(.
To view the picture frame-by-frame
Press ' or 7 on the Remote Commander in playback pause mode. If you keep
pressing the button, you can view the picture at 1/30 speed. To resume normal
playback, press (.
To change the playback direction
Press < on the Remote Commander for reverse direction or > on the Remote
Commander for forward direction during playback. To resume normal playback, press
(.
Notes on playback
• The sound is muted in the various playback modes.
• During playback other than normal playback, the previous recording may appear in
mosaic image. This is not malfunction.
• When playback pause mode lasts for 5 minutes, the camcorder automatically enters
stop mode. To resume playback, press (.
Note on slow playback
The slow playback can be performed smoothly on this camcorder; however, this
function does not work for an output signal from the DV IN/OUT jack.
Searching for the end of the picture
You can go to the end of the recorded portion after you record and play back the tape.
The tape starts rewinding or fast-forwarding and the last about 5 seconds of the
recorded portion plays back. Then the tape stops at the end of the recorded picture (End
Search).
(1)While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel.
(2)Press END SEARCH.
This function works when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or VTR.
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2
END SEARCH
Notes on End Search
• When you use a tape without cassette memory, the End Search function does not
work once you eject the cassette after recording. (However, when you record the
scene once more, End Search function will work.)
• When you use a tape with cassette memory, the End Search function works once you
eject the cassette. When you play back a tape which has a blank portion in the
beginning or between the recorded portions, the End Search function will not work
correctly.
Basic operations
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Advanced operations
Using alternative power sources
You can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack,
house current, and 12/24 V car battery. Choose the appropriate power source
depending on where you want to use your camcorder.
Place Power source Accessory to be used
Indoors House current Supplied AC power adaptor
Outdoors Battery pack Battery pack NP-F330 (supplied), NP-F550, NP-F530
In the car 12 V or 24 V car battery Sony DC adaptor/charger DC-V700
Note on power sources
Disconnecting the power source or removing the battery pack during recording or
playback may damage the inserted tape. If this happens, restore the power supply again
immediately.
Using the house current
To use the supplied AC power adaptor:
(1)Insert the connecting plate in the camcorder. Pull out the cover on the lid and pass
the connecting cord through the lid.
(2)Connect the connecting cord to the DC OUT jack on the AC power adaptor.
(3)Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor.
(4)Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
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To remove the connecting plate
The connecting plate is removed in the same way as the battery pack.
WARNING
The power cord must only be changed at a qualified service shop.
PRECAUTION
The set is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected
to the power cord, even if the set itself has been turned off.
Using a car battery
Use a DC adaptor/charger such as Sony DC-V700 (not supplied). Connect the car
battery cord to the cigarette lighter socket of a car (12 V or 24 V). Connect the DC
adaptor/charger and the camcorder using the supplied DK-415 connecting cord.
This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony
video product.
When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recommends that you
purchase accessories with this “GENUINE VIDEO ACCESSORIES” mark.
Changing the mode settings
You can change the mode settings in the menu system to further enjoy the features and
functions of the camcorder.
(1)Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen.
(2)Turn the control dial to select the desired item, then press the control dial. Only the
selected item is displayed.
(3)Turn the control dial to select the desired mode, then press the control dial. If you
want to change the other modes, repeat steps 2 and 3.
(4)Press MENU to erase the menu display.
Advanced operations
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MENU
MENU
LCD BRIGHT
COMMANDER
HiFi SOUND
TITLEERASE
TITLE DSPL
TAPE TITLE
BEEP
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:END
MENU
2
3
4
MENU
While recording in mirror mode, you cannot operate the menu system.
MENU
LCD BRIGHT
COMMANDER
HiFi SOUND
MENU
COMMANDER
HiFi SOUND
TITLEERASE
MENU
HiFi SOUND
MENU
HiFi SOUND
MENU
HiFi SOUND
MENU
COMMANDER
HiFi SOUND
TITLEERASE
STEREO
1
2
STEREO
1
2
1
STEREO
STEREO
1
2
Note on changing the mode settings
Menu items differ depending on the setting of the POWER switch to VTR or CAMERA.
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Changing the mode settings
Selecting the mode setting of each item
r is set at the factory.
Items for both CAMERA and VTR modes
LCD BRIGHT
Select this item to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. The LCD screen becomes
brighter when you turn the control dial up, and darker when you turn it down.
COMMANDER* <r ON/OFF>
• Select ON when using the supplied Remote Commander for the camcorder.
• Select OFF when not using the Remote Commander.
REC MODE <r SP/LP>
• Select SP when recording in SP (standard play) mode.
• Select LP when recording in LP (long play) mode.
BEEP <r ON/OFF>
• Select ON so that beeps sound when you start/stop recording, etc.
• Select OFF when you do not want to hear the beep sound.
TITLEERASE
Erase the title you have superimposed.
LCD B.L. <r BRT NORMAL/BRIGHT>
• Normally select BRT NORMAL.
• Select BRIGHT when the LCD panel is dark.
Even if you adjust the LCD B.L., the recorded picture is not affected.
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LCD COLOR
Select this item and change the level of the indicator by turning the control dial up or
down to adjust the color intensity of the picture.
VF BRIGHT
Close the LCD panel.
Select this item to adjust the brightness of the viewfinder. The viewfinder becomes
brighter when you turn the control dial up, and darker when you turn it down.
DISPLAY <LCD or V-OUT/r LCD>
• Normally select LCD.
• Select V-OUT/LCD to display indicator both on the LCD panel and TV screen.
AUTO TV ON <ON/r OFF>
You can use this feature only with Sony TVs.
• Select ON to turn on the TV automatically when using the LASER LINK function.
• Select OFF not to turn on the TV.
TV INPUT <r VIDEO1/VIDEO2/VIDEO3/OFF>
Select 1, 2 or 3 of the video input on the TV which the IR receiver (not supplied) is
connected to when using the LASER LINK function.
Changing the mode settings
Items for CAMERA mode only
PROGRAM AE*
Select this item to use the PROGRAM AE function. See page 32 for details.
P EFFECT**
Select this item to enjoy the picture effect. See page 36 for details.
AUDIO MODE <r 12BIT/16BIT>
• Normally select 12BIT to record two stereo sound.
• Select 16BIT to record the one stereo sound with high quality.
D ZOOM <r ON/OFF>
• Select ON to activate digital zooming.
• Select OFF not to use the digital zoom. The camcorder goes back to 10x optical zoom.
STEADYSHOT <r ON/OFF>
• Normally select ON.
• Select OFF when you do not have to worry about camera-shake.
16:9WIDE <r OFF/ON>
Select this item to record a 16:9 wide picture. See page 31 for details.
REC LAMP <r ON/OFF>
• Normally select ON.
• Select OFF when you do not want the camera recording/battery lamp at the front of
the unit to light up.
Advanced operations
CLOCK SET
Select this item to reset the date or time.
DEMO MODE <r STBY/ON or OFF>
• Select STBY/ON to glance over the function of camcorder.
• Select OFF not to display demonstration.
Notes on DEMO MODE
• DEMO MODE is set to STBY (Standby)/ON at the factory and the demonstration
starts about 10 minutes after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA without
inserting a cassette.
Note that you cannot select STBY/ON of DEMO MODE in the menu system.
• You cannot select DEMO MODE when a cassette is inserted in the camcorder.
• If you insert a cassette during the demonstration, the demonstration stops. You can
start recording as usual. DEMO MODE automatically returns to STBY/ON.
To look at the demonstration at once
Eject the cassette, if inserted. Select STBY/ON of DEMO MODE and erase the menu
display. The demonstration will begin.
When you turn off the camcorder once, DEMO MODE automatically returns to STBY/
ON.
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Changing the mode settings
Items for VTR mode only
HiFi SOUND* <r STEREO/1/2>
• Select STEREO to play back stereo sound or main and sub sound (for dual sound).
• Select 1 to play back the left sound (for stereo sound) or main sound (for dual sound).
• Select 2 to play back the right sound (for stereo sound) or sub sound (for dual sound).
TITLE DSPL <r ON/OFF>
• Select ON to display the title you have superimposed.
• Select OFF not to display the title.
TAPE TITLE
Select this item to label the cassette tape.
AUDIO MIX*
Select this item and adjust the balance between the stereo 1 and stereo 2 by turning the
control dial.
CM SEARCH <r ON/OFF>
• Select ON to search using cassette memory.
• Select OFF to search without using cassette memory.
DATA CODE <DATE/CAM or r DATE>
• Select DATE/CAM to display date and recording data during playback.
• Select DATE to display date during playback.
* These settings return to the default 5 minutes or more after the power source is
disconnected or battery is removed. As far as the items without an asterisk are
concerned, their settings are retained even when the power source is disconnected or
battery is removed, as long as the vanadium-lithium battery is charged.
** P EFFECT setting returns to OFF when the power is turned off.
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When recording a close subject
When REC LAMP is set to ON, the red camera recording lamp on the front of the
camcorder may reflect on the subject if it is close. In this case, we recommend you set
REC LAMP to OFF.
Notes
• When playing back a tape recorded in the 16-bit mode, you cannot adjust the balance
in AUDIO MIX.
• If you select 16BIT in AUDIO MODE menu, you cannot add an audio sound.
• If you select BRIGHT in LCD B.L. menu, the battery life while recording becomes 10
to 20% shorter. When you use the power sources except for a battery, the menu item
LCD B.L. is set to BRIGHT automatically and the item does not appear in the screen.
Shooting with backlighting
When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a
light background, use the BACK LIGHT function.
Press BACK LIGHT. The c indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.
BACK
LIGHT
[a]Subject is too dark because of backlight.
[b]Subject becomes bright with backlight compensation.
After shooting
Be sure to release this adjustment condition by pressing BACK LIGHT again. The c
indicator disappears. Otherwise, the picture will be too bright under normal lighting
condition.
[a]
Advanced operations
[b]
This function is also effective under the following conditions:
• A subject with a light source nearby or a mirror reflecting light.
• A white subject against a white background. Especially when you shoot a person
wearing shiny clothes made of silk or synthetic fiber, his or her face tends to
become dark if you do not use this function.
Note on the BACK LIGHT function
When you press EXPOSURE, the BACK LIGHT function is cancelled.
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Using the FADER function
You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance.
When fading in, the picture gradually fades in from black while the sound increases. When fading
out, the picture gradually fades to black while the sound decreases.
When fading in [a]
(1)While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press FADER until the desired indicator
flashes.
(2)Press START/STOP to start recording. The fade indicator stops flashing.
When fading out [b]
(1)During recording, press FADER until the desired indicator flashes.
(2)Press START/STOP to stop recording. The fade indicator stops flashing, and then
recording stops.
[a]
RECSTBY
FADER
M.FADER
RECSTBY
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FADER
FADER
M.FADER
To cancel the fader function
Before pressing START/STOP, press FADER until the fade indicator disappears.
You cannot use the fader function in the following situations
– The START/STOP MODE switch is set to ANTI GROUND SHOOTING or 5SEC.
– The camcorder is in the photo recording.
– A title is displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.
– The menu is displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.
[b]
POWER
VTR
OFF
CAMERA
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