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Serial No. DCR-TRV350 TM SERIES DCR-TRV150/TRV250/TRV350/TRV351 CCD-TRV118/TRV318/TRV418 ©2003 Sony Corporation Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. AC- Serial No. Model No. -TRV Model No. 3-079-467-13 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
Serial No. DCR-TRV350 TM SERIES DCR-TRV150/TRV250/TRV350/TRV351 CCD-TRV118/TRV318/TRV418 ©2003 Sony Corporation Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. AC- Serial No. Model No. -TRV Model No. 3-079-467-13 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
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Congratulations on your authority to operate this manual could void your purchase of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may cause undesired operation. Operation is subject to constitute a risk of important ... this product, you can enjoy for the FCC related matters only. If you have any interference received, including interference that may be producing home video that may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222SONY (7669) The number below is intended to alert the user to persons. This symbol is loaded with Part...
Congratulations on your authority to operate this manual could void your purchase of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may cause undesired operation. Operation is subject to constitute a risk of important ... this product, you can enjoy for the FCC related matters only. If you have any interference received, including interference that may be producing home video that may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222SONY (7669) The number below is intended to alert the user to persons. This symbol is loaded with Part...
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...camcorder on your computer - Before you start reading this manual, camcorder-shape icons are for all models. Recording moving or still images, and playing them back b On the tape •Recording moving pictures (p. 30) •Recording still images (p. 56) •Playing back a tape...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 your camcorder. CCD-TRV118 : CCD-TRV318 : CCD-TRV418 : DCR-TRV150 : DCR-TRV250 : DCR-TRV350 : DCR-TRV351 ...
...camcorder on your computer - Before you start reading this manual, camcorder-shape icons are for all models. Recording moving or still images, and playing them back b On the tape •Recording moving pictures (p. 30) •Recording still images (p. 56) •Playing back a tape...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 your camcorder. CCD-TRV118 : CCD-TRV318 : CCD-TRV418 : DCR-TRV150 : DCR-TRV250 : DCR-TRV350 : DCR-TRV351 ...
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... 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...8226;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)...
... 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...8226;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)...
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...- Digital effect ........... 65 Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 68 Adjusting the exposure manually ...... 70 Focusing manually 71 Interval recording 72 Frame by date - Recording on a tape 10 - NightShot - Tape Photo recording 56 Using the wide mode 58 Using the fader function 61 Using special effects ...- Tape PB ZOOM ...... 87 Quickly locating a scene - 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 ...
...- Digital effect ........... 65 Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 68 Adjusting the exposure manually ...... 70 Focusing manually 71 Interval recording 72 Frame by date - Recording on a tape 10 - NightShot - Tape Photo recording 56 Using the wide mode 58 Using the fader function 61 Using special effects ...- Tape PB ZOOM ...... 87 Quickly locating a scene - 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 ...
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...may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in this manual. Table of contents Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 210 ... 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..."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 ...
...may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in this manual. Table of contents Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 210 ... 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..."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 ...
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...letters. z - z - - z z Provided - The DCR-TRV350 is being carried out. z z - - z z z z - z z z - Before you start reading this manual, buttons and settings on your camcorder. Otherwise, the model name is indicated in the table below. Set the POWER switch to indicate that the operation... can hear a beep to CAMERA. When you carry out an operation, 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 ...
...letters. z - z - - z z Provided - The DCR-TRV350 is being carried out. z z - - z z z z - z z z - Before you start reading this manual, buttons and settings on your camcorder. Otherwise, the model name is indicated in the table below. Set the POWER switch to indicate that the operation... can hear a beep to CAMERA. When you carry out an operation, 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 ...
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... transition, we recommend that you do not mix pictures recorded in the LP mode, recording is automatically detected and the playback system automatically switches to. *3) If you record on your camcorder. Copyright precautions Television programs, films, video tapes, and other VCRs (including another DCR-TRV150/TRV250...you play back the tape on a Hi8 video cassette in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm with the Digital8 system on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV. To view your recordings on a tape. Getting Started Using this manual Before using your camcorder With your camcorder, ...
... transition, we recommend that you do not mix pictures recorded in the LP mode, recording is automatically detected and the playback system automatically switches to. *3) If you record on your camcorder. Copyright precautions Television programs, films, video tapes, and other VCRs (including another DCR-TRV150/TRV250...you play back the tape on a Hi8 video cassette in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm with the Digital8 system on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV. To view your recordings on a tape. Getting Started Using this manual Before using your camcorder With your camcorder, ...
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... are for the indicated models only. Consider this manual, check the model name of your camcorder. OFF (CHG) : Common to all models e.g. 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... the operating instructions. V POWER EREAMORY CAM M OFCFR(CHG) VCR or PLAYER : e.g. Using this manual, camcorder-shape icons are for all models. Set the POWER switch to PLAYER. Set the POWER switch to VCR. : e.g. CAMERA : Common to CAMERA. Set the POWER switch to all models e.g.
... are for the indicated models only. Consider this manual, check the model name of your camcorder. OFF (CHG) : Common to all models e.g. 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... the operating instructions. V POWER EREAMORY CAM M OFCFR(CHG) VCR or PLAYER : e.g. Using this manual, camcorder-shape icons are for all models. Set the POWER switch to PLAYER. Set the POWER switch to VCR. : e.g. CAMERA : Common to CAMERA. Set the POWER switch to all models e.g.
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..., red, blue or green in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. •Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. However, there may be repaired [a]. •Never leave your camcorder exposed to... 17 Keep your camcorder become wet may cause malfunctions [c]. •Do not directly shoot the sun. Sometimes this manual Precautions on the LCD screen and the finder. Doing so might cause your camcorder to malfunction. These points are... the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. •Do not let your camcorder away from rain and sea water.
..., red, blue or green in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. •Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. However, there may be repaired [a]. •Never leave your camcorder exposed to... 17 Keep your camcorder become wet may cause malfunctions [c]. •Do not directly shoot the sun. Sometimes this manual Precautions on the LCD screen and the finder. Doing so might cause your camcorder to malfunction. These points are... the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. •Do not let your camcorder away from rain and sea water.
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... the NightShot function, focus manually. NightShot Light NightShot Light rays are infrared and so are invisible. 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 ON... in normal recording, the picture may not work normally. 40...
... the NightShot function, focus manually. NightShot Light NightShot Light rays are infrared and so are invisible. 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 ON... in normal recording, the picture may not work normally. 40...
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CCD-TRV418 DATE TIME When you do not record the date and time in the picture Record the date and time in CAMERA mode. Note The date and time indicators recorded manually cannot be deleted. Press TIME to record the date and time. Press DATE (or TIME), then press TIME (or DATE) to record the time. The date and...
CCD-TRV418 DATE TIME When you do not record the date and time in the picture Record the date and time in CAMERA mode. Note The date and time indicators recorded manually cannot be deleted. Press TIME to record the date and time. Press DATE (or TIME), then press TIME (or DATE) to record the time. The date and...
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... the still image which is stored in the following modes: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. MENU 2 MANUAL SET D EFFECT OFF STILL FLASH LUMI. The larger the shutter speed number, the slower the shutter speed becomes. Digital effect (1) In CAMERA mode, press MENU to display the menu settings. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to...
... the still image which is stored in the following modes: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. MENU 2 MANUAL SET D EFFECT OFF STILL FLASH LUMI. The larger the shutter speed number, the slower the shutter speed becomes. Digital effect (1) In CAMERA mode, press MENU to display the menu settings. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to...
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Super NightShot - Picture effect - Focus manually using a tripod. Advanced Recording Operations Using special effects - Wide mode - When recording in the OLD MOVIE mode: - Fader - Shutter speed Shutter speed number SLOW SHTR 1 SLOW SHTR 2 SLOW SHTR 3 SLOW SHTR 4 Shutter speed 1/30 1/15 1/8 1/4 67 Digital ...
Super NightShot - Picture effect - Focus manually using a tripod. Advanced Recording Operations Using special effects - Wide mode - When recording in the OLD MOVIE mode: - Fader - Shutter speed Shutter speed number SLOW SHTR 1 SLOW SHTR 2 SLOW SHTR 3 SLOW SHTR 4 Shutter speed 1/30 1/15 1/8 1/4 67 Digital ...
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... following cases (The indicator flashes): - OLD MOVIE - BOUNCE •PROGRAM AE function does not work in the PROGRAM AE function: - Advanced Recording Operations MENU 2 MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE AUTO P EFFECT SPOTLIGHT D EFFECT PORTRAIT FLASH MODE SPORTS AUTO SHTR BEACH&SKI RETURN SUNSETMOON LANDSCAPE [MENU] : END To cancel ...middle to far distance. •In the SUNSETMOON and LANDSCAPE modes, your camcorder is set to ON. 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 , then ...
... following cases (The indicator flashes): - OLD MOVIE - BOUNCE •PROGRAM AE function does not work in the PROGRAM AE function: - Advanced Recording Operations MENU 2 MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE AUTO P EFFECT SPOTLIGHT D EFFECT PORTRAIT FLASH MODE SPORTS AUTO SHTR BEACH&SKI RETURN SUNSETMOON LANDSCAPE [MENU] : END To cancel ...middle to far distance. •In the SUNSETMOON and LANDSCAPE modes, your camcorder is set to ON. 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 , then ...
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... EXPOSURE. When the subject is automatically adjusted. Normally, exposure is backlit. - If you adjust the exposure manually, the following cases: - Note When you change the PROGRAM AE mode. - 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...
... EXPOSURE. When the subject is automatically adjusted. Normally, exposure is backlit. - If you adjust the exposure manually, the following cases: - Note When you change the PROGRAM AE mode. - 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...
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... changes to shoot at the "W" (wide-angle) after focusing at the end of the "W" (wide-angle) position. Normally, focus is automatically adjusted. (1) In CAMERA or MEMORY mode, press FOCUS.* The 9 indicator appears on subjects if you want to change the focus from a subject in the foreground to focus on.... * Modes on the POWER switch vary depending on models (p. 16). 71 when the subject is not effective when shooting: - Horizontal stripes. - Advanced Recording Operations Focusing manually You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following indicators: when...
... changes to shoot at the "W" (wide-angle) after focusing at the end of the "W" (wide-angle) position. Normally, focus is automatically adjusted. (1) In CAMERA or MEMORY mode, press FOCUS.* The 9 indicator appears on subjects if you want to change the focus from a subject in the foreground to focus on.... * Modes on the POWER switch vary depending on models (p. 16). 71 when the subject is not effective when shooting: - Horizontal stripes. - Advanced Recording Operations Focusing manually You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following indicators: when...
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... SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select P EFFECT in , then press the dial (p. 211). (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to OFF in the menu settings. 2 MANUAL SET P EFFECT D EFFECT RETURN 1 OFF NEG. Advanced Playback Operations - Advanced Playback Operations -
... SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select P EFFECT in , then press the dial (p. 211). (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to OFF in the menu settings. 2 MANUAL SET P EFFECT D EFFECT RETURN 1 OFF NEG. Advanced Playback Operations - Advanced Playback Operations -
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..., FLASH, LUMI. For details of each digital effect, see page 65. In the STILL or LUMI. The bars appear on the screen. TRAIL [MENU] : END 4 MANUAL SET D EFFECT 1 LUMI. IIIIIIII [MENU] : END To cancel Digital effect Set D EFFECT to OFF in memory as a still image at the time. (4) Turn the SEL... dial to select D EFFECT in , then press the dial (p. 211). (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the effect, then press the dial. MENU 2 MANUAL SET D EFFECT OFF ST ILL 1 FLASH LUMI.
..., FLASH, LUMI. For details of each digital effect, see page 65. In the STILL or LUMI. The bars appear on the screen. TRAIL [MENU] : END 4 MANUAL SET D EFFECT 1 LUMI. IIIIIIII [MENU] : END To cancel Digital effect Set D EFFECT to OFF in memory as a still image at the time. (4) Turn the SEL... dial to select D EFFECT in , then press the dial (p. 211). (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the effect, then press the dial. MENU 2 MANUAL SET D EFFECT OFF ST ILL 1 FLASH LUMI.
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...more information, refer to your camcorder. If any questions about ImageMixer "ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony" on-line help Click the button in the upper-right corner of the screen. Set...been registered incorrectly as your computer was completed. Viewing Images on Your Computer Viewing pictures recorded on a tape or live from the list of contents. Reinstall the USB driver following...Carry out the following the procedure on page 194. Disconnect the USB cable. - The ImageMixer's Manual screen appears. (2) You can find the information you can find detailed operating information. (1) Click ...
...more information, refer to your camcorder. If any questions about ImageMixer "ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony" on-line help Click the button in the upper-right corner of the screen. Set...been registered incorrectly as your computer was completed. Viewing Images on Your Computer Viewing pictures recorded on a tape or live from the list of contents. Reinstall the USB driver following...Carry out the following the procedure on page 194. Disconnect the USB cable. - The ImageMixer's Manual screen appears. (2) You can find the information you can find detailed operating information. (1) Click ...