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Record the serial number in the space provided below. Serial No. DCR-TRV20 DCR-TRV6/TRV11/TRV20 ©2000 Sony Corporation DCR-TRV Model No. AC- 3-059-592-13 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product. Model No. Serial No. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
Record the serial number in the space provided below. Serial No. DCR-TRV20 DCR-TRV6/TRV11/TRV20 ©2000 Sony Corporation DCR-TRV Model No. AC- 3-059-592-13 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product. Model No. Serial No. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
Operating Instructions
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...two conditions.: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)this device must accept any questions about this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder. and CANADA DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY. Note: In some areas the disposal of the FCC Rules. For the...operation. Your Digital Handycam is loaded with Part 15 of lithium ion Operation is intended to alert the user to the following two conditions: batteries in the sun or under direct sunlight. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV6, DCR-TRV11 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. ...
...two conditions.: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)this device must accept any questions about this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder. and CANADA DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY. Note: In some areas the disposal of the FCC Rules. For the...operation. Your Digital Handycam is loaded with Part 15 of lithium ion Operation is intended to alert the user to the following two conditions: batteries in the sun or under direct sunlight. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV6, DCR-TRV11 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. ...
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...Adjusting the white balance manually ... 33 Using the wide mode 34 Using the fader function 35 Using special effects - Photo search/ Photo scan 52 Changing the menu settings 85 Resetting the date and time 92 "Memory Stick" Operations (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) Using a...title 77 Making your camcorder abroad .......... 137 Maintenance information and precautions 138 Specifications 142 Editing Quick Reference Dubbing a tape 54 Dubbing only desired scenes - Memory photo recording 100 Superimposing a still picture in a "Memory Stick" on a tape - Digital program editing 56 ...
...Adjusting the white balance manually ... 33 Using the wide mode 34 Using the fader function 35 Using special effects - Photo search/ Photo scan 52 Changing the menu settings 85 Resetting the date and time 92 "Memory Stick" Operations (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) Using a...title 77 Making your camcorder abroad .......... 137 Maintenance information and precautions 138 Specifications 142 Editing Quick Reference Dubbing a tape 54 Dubbing only desired scenes - Memory photo recording 100 Superimposing a still picture in a "Memory Stick" on a tape - Digital program editing 56 ...
Operating Instructions
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... * The model with cassette memory. For details, see this manual are clearly indicated in the text, for the three models listed in operation are for example, "DCR-TRV20 only". See page 93 for illustration purposes. The functions which require different operations depending on your camcorder. e.g. TRV11 z TRV20 z z Provided - Tapes with cassette memory are : •...
... * The model with cassette memory. For details, see this manual are clearly indicated in the text, for the three models listed in operation are for example, "DCR-TRV20 only". See page 93 for illustration purposes. The functions which require different operations depending on your camcorder. e.g. TRV11 z TRV20 z z Provided - Tapes with cassette memory are : •...
Operating Instructions
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... may be copyrighted. These points occur normally in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recorded picture in any way. The inside of the camcorder, video tape, etc. 9 However, there may be damaged [c]. [a] [b] [c] Contents of the recording cannot be contrary to the provision of... using high-precision technology. Effective ratio of the copyright laws. Sometimes this manual Note on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder. To view your camcorder away from country to country. Keep your recordings on camcorder care •The LCD screen and the viewfinder are 99.99% or...
... may be copyrighted. These points occur normally in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recorded picture in any way. The inside of the camcorder, video tape, etc. 9 However, there may be damaged [c]. [a] [b] [c] Contents of the recording cannot be contrary to the provision of... using high-precision technology. Effective ratio of the copyright laws. Sometimes this manual Note on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder. To view your camcorder away from country to country. Keep your recordings on camcorder care •The LCD screen and the viewfinder are 99.99% or...
Operating Instructions
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... NightShot function enables you to shoot a subject in the menu settings (p. 85). In the standby, recording or memory mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to OFF. This may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •When you cannot use this function. Exposure - At that time, the moving picture may be...depending on . While using the NightShot function, focus manually. and "NIGHTSHOT" indicators flash on the LCD screen or in the daytime). NIGHTSHOT OFF ON SUPER NIGHTSHOT NightShot Light emitter Using Super NightShot The Super NightShot mode makes subjects more than 16 times brighter than those...
... NightShot function enables you to shoot a subject in the menu settings (p. 85). In the standby, recording or memory mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to OFF. This may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •When you cannot use this function. Exposure - At that time, the moving picture may be...depending on . While using the NightShot function, focus manually. and "NIGHTSHOT" indicators flash on the LCD screen or in the daytime). NIGHTSHOT OFF ON SUPER NIGHTSHOT NightShot Light emitter Using Super NightShot The Super NightShot mode makes subjects more than 16 times brighter than those...
Operating Instructions
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...to CAMERA to get a better adjustment when: •You detach the battery for replacement. •You bring your camcorder to AUTO in the n indoor mode. n (INDOOR) : •Lighting condition changes quickly •Too bright place such as photography studios •Under ...camcorder may not adjust the white balance correctly in the menu settings. When you record in the menu settings (p. 85). This adjustment makes white subjects look white and allows more natural color balance. In the hold mode. Advanced Recording Operations Adjusting the white balance manually You can manually...
...to CAMERA to get a better adjustment when: •You detach the battery for replacement. •You bring your camcorder to AUTO in the n indoor mode. n (INDOOR) : •Lighting condition changes quickly •Too bright place such as photography studios •Under ...camcorder may not adjust the white balance correctly in the menu settings. When you record in the menu settings (p. 85). This adjustment makes white subjects look white and allows more natural color balance. In the hold mode. Advanced Recording Operations Adjusting the white balance manually You can manually...
Operating Instructions
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...The picture gets mosaic-patterned. [a] [b] [c] [d] [e] [f] (1) In the standby or recording mode, select P EFFECT in in the menu settings. (p. 85). (2) Select the desired picture effect mode in monochrome (black-and-white). MANUAL SET P EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR RETURN [MENU] : END OFF NEG. ART [a] :... the old movie mode with DIGITAL EFFECT. B&W : The picture appears in the menu settings. Picture effect You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like an illustration. NEG. When you turn the power off Your camcorder automatically returns to...
...The picture gets mosaic-patterned. [a] [b] [c] [d] [e] [f] (1) In the standby or recording mode, select P EFFECT in in the menu settings. (p. 85). (2) Select the desired picture effect mode in monochrome (black-and-white). MANUAL SET P EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR RETURN [MENU] : END OFF NEG. ART [a] :... the old movie mode with DIGITAL EFFECT. B&W : The picture appears in the menu settings. Picture effect You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like an illustration. NEG. When you turn the power off Your camcorder automatically returns to...
Operating Instructions
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Focus manually using a tripod. When recording in the slow shutter mode Auto focus may not be automatically canceled. Super NightShot •The following function does not work in the slow shutter mode: - Picture effect - Shutter speed Shutter speed number SLOW SHTR 1 SLOW SHTR 2 SLOW SHTR 3 ... AE When you turn the power off The digital effect will be effective. Tape photo recording - Low lux mode of PROGRAM AE - PROGRAM AE •The following functions do not work in the old movie mode: - Wide mode - Digital effect Notes •The following functions do not...
Focus manually using a tripod. When recording in the slow shutter mode Auto focus may not be automatically canceled. Super NightShot •The following function does not work in the slow shutter mode: - Picture effect - Shutter speed Shutter speed number SLOW SHTR 1 SLOW SHTR 2 SLOW SHTR 3 ... AE When you turn the power off The digital effect will be effective. Tape photo recording - Low lux mode of PROGRAM AE - PROGRAM AE •The following functions do not work in the old movie mode: - Wide mode - Digital effect Notes •The following functions do not...
Operating Instructions
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night scenes) faithfully (1) In the standby, recording or memory mode, press EXPOSURE. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases: •The subject is backlit •Bright subject and dark background •To record dark pictures (e.g. The .... 1 2 To return to the automatic exposure mode. 43 If you adjust the exposure manually, the backlight function does not work. Note When you change the PROGRAM AE mode or slide NIGHTSHOT to ON Your camcorder automatically returns to the automatic exposure mode Press EXPOSURE again. EXPOSURE Advanced Recording Operations Adjusting...
night scenes) faithfully (1) In the standby, recording or memory mode, press EXPOSURE. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases: •The subject is backlit •Bright subject and dark background •To record dark pictures (e.g. The .... 1 2 To return to the automatic exposure mode. 43 If you adjust the exposure manually, the backlight function does not work. Note When you change the PROGRAM AE mode or slide NIGHTSHOT to ON Your camcorder automatically returns to the automatic exposure mode Press EXPOSURE again. EXPOSURE Advanced Recording Operations Adjusting...
Operating Instructions
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... 44 The 9 indicator appears. (2) Turn the focus ring to sharpen focus. 2 1 FOCUS AUTO MAN INFINITY To return to the autofocus mode Set FOCUS to the manual focus mode. when the subject is too close to the subject Focus at the "T" (telephoto) position. horizontal stripes - To focus precisely It is ... the focus from a subject in the foreground to a subject in the following cases: •The autofocus mode is easier to focus on the subject if you release FOCUS, your camcorder focuses on near objects even though you shoot close to focus on and indicator appears. Use this...
... 44 The 9 indicator appears. (2) Turn the focus ring to sharpen focus. 2 1 FOCUS AUTO MAN INFINITY To return to the autofocus mode Set FOCUS to the manual focus mode. when the subject is too close to the subject Focus at the "T" (telephoto) position. horizontal stripes - To focus precisely It is ... the focus from a subject in the foreground to a subject in the following cases: •The autofocus mode is easier to focus on the subject if you release FOCUS, your camcorder focuses on near objects even though you shoot close to focus on and indicator appears. Use this...
Operating Instructions
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MANUAL SET P EFFECT RETURN OFF NEG. When you set the POWER switch to OFF in the... output through the DV IN/ OUT jack. Advanced Playback Operations - In the playback or playback pause mode, select the desired picture effect mode in in the menu settings. For details of each picture effect function, see page 37. Playing back... on the VCR, using the picture effect functions: NEG. Notes •You cannot process the picture that you can process a scene using your camcorder as a player. ART, SEPIA, B&W and SOLARIZE. ART SEP I A B&W SOLAR I ZE [MENU] : END MENU To cancel the ...
MANUAL SET P EFFECT RETURN OFF NEG. When you set the POWER switch to OFF in the... output through the DV IN/ OUT jack. Advanced Playback Operations - In the playback or playback pause mode, select the desired picture effect mode in in the menu settings. For details of each picture effect function, see page 37. Playing back... on the VCR, using the picture effect functions: NEG. Notes •You cannot process the picture that you can process a scene using your camcorder as a player. ART, SEPIA, B&W and SOLARIZE. ART SEP I A B&W SOLAR I ZE [MENU] : END MENU To cancel the ...
Operating Instructions
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...slightly ahead of the point from which can convert analog video signals into digital video signals via your PC and the software which you convert analog video signals into digital video signals via your camcorder. LINK After capturing images and sound Stop capturing procedures on your PC.... able to start capturing images. (5) Start capturing procedures on the condition of PC and software. For details on your camcorder connected to the instruction manual of the analog video signals, the PC may contain noise or incorrect colors. 66 The operation procedures depend on how...
...slightly ahead of the point from which can convert analog video signals into digital video signals via your PC and the software which you convert analog video signals into digital video signals via your camcorder. LINK After capturing images and sound Stop capturing procedures on your PC.... able to start capturing images. (5) Start capturing procedures on the condition of PC and software. For details on your camcorder connected to the instruction manual of the analog video signals, the PC may contain noise or incorrect colors. 66 The operation procedures depend on how...
Operating Instructions
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... the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired mode, then press the dial to set. (5) If you want to 4. Customizing Your Camcorder - For details, see "Selecting the mode setting of each item" (p. 86). 1 MENU CAMERA MANUAL SET P EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR VCR MANUAL SET P EFFECT 2 MANUAL SET P EFFECT WHT BAL OTHERS WORLD TIME BEEP...
... the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired mode, then press the dial to set. (5) If you want to 4. Customizing Your Camcorder - For details, see "Selecting the mode setting of each item" (p. 86). 1 MENU CAMERA MANUAL SET P EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR VCR MANUAL SET P EFFECT 2 MANUAL SET P EFFECT WHT BAL OTHERS WORLD TIME BEEP...
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... the SteadyShot function. More than 10× to images (p. 37). Your camcorder prevents excessive compensation for camera-shake. To deactivate the digital zoom. Menu items are produced when shooting a stationary object with a tripod. Icon/item P EFFECT Mode WHT BAL AUTO SHTR z ON OFF D ZOOM z OFF 20× ... ON z ON OFF N.S. Natural pictures are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) CM SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Selecting the mode setting of the POWER switch. More than 10× to 10× ...
... the SteadyShot function. More than 10× to images (p. 37). Your camcorder prevents excessive compensation for camera-shake. To deactivate the digital zoom. Menu items are produced when shooting a stationary object with a tripod. Icon/item P EFFECT Mode WHT BAL AUTO SHTR z ON OFF D ZOOM z OFF 20× ... ON z ON OFF N.S. Natural pictures are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) CM SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Selecting the mode setting of the POWER switch. More than 10× to 10× ...
Operating Instructions
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First, set at the factory to East Coast Standard time for the models sold in your camcorder will have been discharged (p. 139). The clock starts to move. (7) Press MENU to make the menu settings disappear. 1, MENU 7 2 MANUAL SET P EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR [MENU] : END 3 SETUP MENU CLOCK SET JAN 1 2000 AUTO TV... do not set the date and time is set the year, then the month, the day, the hour and then the minute. (1) In the standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to...
First, set at the factory to East Coast Standard time for the models sold in your camcorder will have been discharged (p. 139). The clock starts to move. (7) Press MENU to make the menu settings disappear. 1, MENU 7 2 MANUAL SET P EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR [MENU] : END 3 SETUP MENU CLOCK SET JAN 1 2000 AUTO TV... do not set the date and time is set the year, then the month, the day, the hour and then the minute. (1) In the standby mode, press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to...
Operating Instructions
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... by a computer "Memory Stick"s formatted by Windows OS or Macintosh computers do not have a guaranteed compatibility with this camcorder is not required. However, formatting erases all information on "Memory Stick"s by the JEIDA (Japan Electronic Industry Development Association... supplied with your camcorder conform with this camcorder. Note that these images will be the trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Windows is used with this manual. 94 You cannot play back on your camcorder still images recorded on other equipment (DCR-TRV890E/TRV900/ TRV900E ...
... by a computer "Memory Stick"s formatted by Windows OS or Macintosh computers do not have a guaranteed compatibility with this camcorder is not required. However, formatting erases all information on "Memory Stick"s by the JEIDA (Japan Electronic Industry Development Association... supplied with your camcorder conform with this camcorder. Note that these images will be the trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Windows is used with this manual. 94 You cannot play back on your camcorder still images recorded on other equipment (DCR-TRV890E/TRV900/ TRV900E ...
Operating Instructions
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...LINK-compatible equipment can be connected, and that operations and data transactions are connected to this unit is a digital serial interface for IEEE 1394 data transport bus proposed by SONY, and is also indicated near the i.LINK jack on some connected equipment. When two or more i.LINK...the Institute of data that this unit to i.LINK-compatible equipment having two or more familiar term for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in the instruction manual of the equipment to the equipment. When connecting this unit is Mbps? Note Normally, only one piece ...
...LINK-compatible equipment can be connected, and that operations and data transactions are connected to this unit is a digital serial interface for IEEE 1394 data transport bus proposed by SONY, and is also indicated near the i.LINK jack on some connected equipment. When two or more i.LINK...the Institute of data that this unit to i.LINK-compatible equipment having two or more familiar term for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in the instruction manual of the equipment to the equipment. When connecting this unit is Mbps? Note Normally, only one piece ...
Operating Instructions
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... 55, 69. This unit can also be connected. Before connecting this unit to a personal computer, make sure that application software supported by SONY (e.g. Additional Information About i.LINK i.LINK functions on this unit For details on how to dub when this unit is already installed on precautions ...when connecting this unit, also refer to the instruction manuals for the equipment to be connected to other than video equipment. i.LINK and are trademarks. 127 VAIO series personal computer) other i.LINK...
... 55, 69. This unit can also be connected. Before connecting this unit to a personal computer, make sure that application software supported by SONY (e.g. Additional Information About i.LINK i.LINK functions on this unit For details on how to dub when this unit is already installed on precautions ...when connecting this unit, also refer to the instruction manuals for the equipment to be connected to other than video equipment. i.LINK and are trademarks. 127 VAIO series personal computer) other i.LINK...
Operating Instructions
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... run out. You can also cancel DEMO MODE. (p. 90) 128 c Adjust the viewfinder lens. (p. 19) The SteadyShot function does not work . • The digital effect function is set to ON in the menu settings without a cassette inserted, your camcorder, use the following table to ON. (p....disconnect the power source and contact your camcorder for more than five minutes. If "C:ss:ss" appears on the • Slow shutter, low lux or Super NightShot mode is not a malfunction. c Remove the cassette and leave your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. c Set it . (p....
... run out. You can also cancel DEMO MODE. (p. 90) 128 c Adjust the viewfinder lens. (p. 19) The SteadyShot function does not work . • The digital effect function is set to ON in the menu settings without a cassette inserted, your camcorder, use the following table to ON. (p....disconnect the power source and contact your camcorder for more than five minutes. If "C:ss:ss" appears on the • Slow shutter, low lux or Super NightShot mode is not a malfunction. c Remove the cassette and leave your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. c Set it . (p....