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.... CCD-TRV118 : CCD-TRV318 : CCD-TRV418 : DCR-TRV150 : DCR-TRV250 : DCR-TRV350 : DCR-TRV351 : Instructions with icons are for all models. USB Streaming (p. 183) •Capturing images on your computer from your camcorder on your computer - Before you start reading this manual, camcorder-shape... still images (p. 163) •Viewing moving pictures (p. 166) Main Features •Viewing pictures recorded on a tape or live 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...
.... CCD-TRV118 : CCD-TRV318 : CCD-TRV418 : DCR-TRV150 : DCR-TRV250 : DCR-TRV350 : DCR-TRV351 : Instructions with icons are for all models. USB Streaming (p. 183) •Capturing images on your computer from your camcorder on your computer - Before you start reading this manual, camcorder-shape... still images (p. 163) •Viewing moving pictures (p. 166) Main Features •Viewing pictures recorded on a tape or live 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...
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... 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...;Tape PB ZOOM (p. 87) •ZERO SET MEMORY (p. 89) •Easy Dubbing (p. 98) •Digital program editing (p. 106) 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 5
... 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...;Tape PB ZOOM (p. 87) •ZERO SET MEMORY (p. 89) •Easy Dubbing (p. 98) •Digital program editing (p. 106) 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 5
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... Editing 123 "Memory Stick" Operations - MEMORY MIX 140 Recording moving pictures on tapes 106 Recording video or TV programs 119 Inserting a scene from a VCR - Memory PB ZOOM 172 Playing back images continuously - Introduction 182 Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable 205 Viewing images recorded on a "Memory Stick" on your computer 207...
... Editing 123 "Memory Stick" Operations - MEMORY MIX 140 Recording moving pictures on tapes 106 Recording video or TV programs 119 Inserting a scene from a VCR - Memory PB ZOOM 172 Playing back images continuously - Introduction 182 Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable 205 Viewing images recorded on a "Memory Stick" on your computer 207...
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... other countries. •Pentium 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 ... 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 •...
... other countries. •Pentium 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 ... 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 •...
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Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 or RMT-814 3 RMT-708 4 5 6 Stereo or Monaural 7 8 9 q; 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-...
Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 or RMT-814 3 RMT-708 4 5 6 Stereo or Monaural 7 8 9 q; 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-...
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Connecting the power cord (p. 24) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. Open the DC IN jack cover. After the cassette compartment goes down completely, close the lid. Recording on a tape This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on a tape of the cassette back and insert the cassette properly with... . Quick Start Guide 10 Quick Start Guide - See the page in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. 2 Push the center of your camcorder outdoors (p. 18).
Connecting the power cord (p. 24) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. Open the DC IN jack cover. After the cassette compartment goes down completely, close the lid. Recording on a tape This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on a tape of the cassette back and insert the cassette properly with... . Quick Start Guide 10 Quick Start Guide - See the page in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. 2 Push the center of your camcorder outdoors (p. 18).
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...the LCD screen. 2 Set the POWER switch to record the date and time for a picture, set up your eyesight (p. 35). The picture in the viewfinder is not set the clock before recording (p. 26). If you purchase your camcorder, the clock is black and white. 4 Press START.../STOP. Monitoring the playback picture on the LCD screen (p. 45) 2 Press m to start playback. Your camcorder starts recording. When you want to CAMERA while pressing the small green ...
...the LCD screen. 2 Set the POWER switch to record the date and time for a picture, set up your eyesight (p. 35). The picture in the viewfinder is not set the clock before recording (p. 26). If you purchase your camcorder, the clock is black and white. 4 Press START.../STOP. Monitoring the playback picture on the LCD screen (p. 45) 2 Press m to start playback. Your camcorder starts recording. When you want to CAMERA while pressing the small green ...
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...) Inserting a "Memory Stick" (p. 127) Insert a "Memory Stick" in parentheses "( )" for more information. Quick Start Guide - Recording on a "Memory Stick" Quick Start Guide This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on a "Memory Stick" of your camcorder outdoors (p. 18). See the page in the "Memory Stick" slot as far as illustrated. Power...," press the "Memory Stick" once lightly. 12 Open the DC IN jack cover. Connecting the power cord (p. 24) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder.
...) Inserting a "Memory Stick" (p. 127) Insert a "Memory Stick" in parentheses "( )" for more information. Quick Start Guide - Recording on a "Memory Stick" Quick Start Guide This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on a "Memory Stick" of your camcorder outdoors (p. 18). See the page in the "Memory Stick" slot as far as illustrated. Power...," press the "Memory Stick" once lightly. 12 Open the DC IN jack cover. Connecting the power cord (p. 24) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder.
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...deeper. Monitoring the playback still images on the screen. Viewfinder View a picture placing your camcorder by the viewfinder, the LCD panel or the battery pack. 13 The picture in the viewfinder is displayed. The last recorded image is black and white. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set the clock... before recording (p. 26). If you want to record the date and time for a picture, set to your camcorder, the clock is not set up your eye against this part when the LCD panel is not attached when ...
...deeper. Monitoring the playback still images on the screen. Viewfinder View a picture placing your camcorder by the viewfinder, the LCD panel or the battery pack. 13 The picture in the viewfinder is displayed. The last recorded image is black and white. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set the clock... before recording (p. 26). If you want to record the date and time for a picture, set to your camcorder, the clock is not set up your eye against this part when the LCD panel is not attached when ...
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... carried out. As you read through this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of differences Model Recording system Playback system AUDIO/VIDEO jack S VIDEO jack DV jack USB jack "Memory Stick" slot LANC jack SteadyShot...in the text, for illustration purposes. e.g. z z z z - Not provided 14 Before you can hear a beep to CAMERA. When you carry out an operation, you start reading this manual, buttons and settings on your camcorder. z - Hi8 Hi8/8 OUT OUT - - - - z z - - - - - - Any differences in operation ...
... carried out. As you read through this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of differences Model Recording system Playback system AUDIO/VIDEO jack S VIDEO jack DV jack USB jack "Memory Stick" slot LANC jack SteadyShot...in the text, for illustration purposes. e.g. z z z z - Not provided 14 Before you can hear a beep to CAMERA. When you carry out an operation, you start reading this manual, buttons and settings on your camcorder. z - Hi8 Hi8/8 OUT OUT - - - - z z - - - - - - Any differences in operation ...
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... systems below. To view your camcorder. To enable smooth transition, we recommend that you record on a tape. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to . *3) If you do not mix pictures recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm with the Digital8 system on a Hi8 video cassette in the LP mode, recording is automatically detected and the...
... systems below. To view your camcorder. To enable smooth transition, we recommend that you record on a tape. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to . *3) If you do not mix pictures recorded in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm with the Digital8 system on a Hi8 video cassette in the LP mode, recording is automatically detected and the...
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...Set the POWER switch to other equipment When you connect your camcorder to PLAYER. MEMORY : e.g. Using this manual Note on models. On the POWER switch Modes on the POWER switch vary depending on connecting other video equipment or a computer using the USB cable or i.LINK cable... and they may result in a malfunction of your camcorder. Consider this manual, check the model name of your camcorder. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. 16 Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). CCD-TRV118 : CCD-TRV318 : CCD-TRV418 : DCR-TRV150 : DCR-TRV250 : DCR...
...Set the POWER switch to other equipment When you connect your camcorder to PLAYER. MEMORY : e.g. Using this manual Note on models. On the POWER switch Modes on the POWER switch vary depending on connecting other video equipment or a computer using the USB cable or i.LINK cable... and they may result in a malfunction of your camcorder. Consider this manual, check the model name of your camcorder. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. 16 Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). CCD-TRV118 : CCD-TRV318 : CCD-TRV418 : DCR-TRV150 : DCR-TRV250 : DCR...
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These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. •Do not let your camcorder become wet may cause malfunctions [c]. •Do not directly shoot the sun. Exposing the LCD screen, the finder or the lens to direct sunlight for ...% of the sun in low light conditions 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. Letting your camcorder exposed to malfunction. Doing so might cause your...
These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. •Do not let your camcorder become wet may cause malfunctions [c]. •Do not directly shoot the sun. Exposing the LCD screen, the finder or the lens to direct sunlight for ...% of the sun in low light conditions 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. Letting your camcorder exposed to malfunction. Doing so might cause your...
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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. 18 Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack down until it clicks. 1 2 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. 18 Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack down until it clicks. 1 2 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.
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See page 242 for your camcorder to OFF (CHG). Your camcorder operates only with the plug's v mark facing up when charging begins. BATT INFO 4 V POWER CR OFF(CHG) CAM ME ERMAORY 1 2 19 The charge lamp lights ... battery pack after charging it for details of "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder.
See page 242 for your camcorder to OFF (CHG). Your camcorder operates only with the plug's v mark facing up when charging begins. BATT INFO 4 V POWER CR OFF(CHG) CAM ME ERMAORY 1 2 19 The charge lamp lights ... battery pack after charging it for details of "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder.
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...: 105 min Full charge After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet as soon as percentage and recordable time with the metal parts on your camcorder. The BATTERY INFO is fully charged, the battery charge level indicator shows 100% and the charge lamp goes out. This may...
...: 105 min Full charge After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet as soon as percentage and recordable time with the metal parts on your camcorder. The BATTERY INFO is fully charged, the battery charge level indicator shows 100% and the charge lamp goes out. This may...
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... the remaining battery time indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to charge an empty battery pack at 25°C (77°F). Your camcorder operates only with compatible electronic equipment. This unit is "InfoLITHIUM"? What is compatible with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). "InfoLITHIUM" M series battery packs have the...
... the remaining battery time indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to charge an empty battery pack at 25°C (77°F). Your camcorder operates only with compatible electronic equipment. This unit is "InfoLITHIUM"? What is compatible with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). "InfoLITHIUM" M series battery packs have the...
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...in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm by about 20%. Playback time The table shows the playing time for a long time, we recommend that you use your camcorder for tapes recorded in the Digital8 The playing time of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to the DC IN jack on your... camcorder in a cold environment. Recommended charging temperature We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of tapes recorded in other countries For details, see page 246. system. The battery life will be shorter if...
...in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm by about 20%. Playback time The table shows the playing time for a long time, we recommend that you use your camcorder for tapes recorded in the Digital8 The playing time of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to the DC IN jack on your... camcorder in a cold environment. Recommended charging temperature We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of tapes recorded in other countries For details, see page 246. system. The battery life will be shorter if...
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Using a car battery Use Sony Car Battery Adaptor (optional). Notes •The AC Adaptor can supply power even if the battery pack is attached to the DC IN jack, even ... is not disconnected from the wall outlet as soon as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the set is connected to your camcorder. •The DC IN jack has "source priority." Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply PRECAUTION The set itself has been turned off the power...
Using a car battery Use Sony Car Battery Adaptor (optional). Notes •The AC Adaptor can supply power even if the battery pack is attached to the DC IN jack, even ... is not disconnected from the wall outlet as soon as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the set is connected to your camcorder. •The DC IN jack has "source priority." Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply PRECAUTION The set itself has been turned off the power...
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...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...signal. Step 2 Setting the date and time Set the date and time when you do not use your camcorder for about three months, the date and time settings may be cleared from memory (bars may appear) ...battery 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 use your camcorder for the first time. "CLOCK SET" will have been discharged (p. 249...
...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...signal. Step 2 Setting the date and time Set the date and time when you do not use your camcorder for about three months, the date and time settings may be cleared from memory (bars may appear) ...battery 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 use your camcorder for the first time. "CLOCK SET" will have been discharged (p. 249...