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...the user to use. Address: 1 Sony Drive, Park Ridge, NJ, 07656 USA...U.S.A. For the Sony Service Center nearest you can enjoy...Digital Handycam is intended to alert the user to : Sony Customer Information Center 1 Sony ... Digital Handycam, you call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only)....Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV6, DCR-TRV11 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. ...SONY (Canada only). Never expose the battery pack to your purchase of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV20 Responsible Party:Sony... direct sunlight. For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you...
...the user to use. Address: 1 Sony Drive, Park Ridge, NJ, 07656 USA...U.S.A. For the Sony Service Center nearest you can enjoy...Digital Handycam is intended to alert the user to : Sony Customer Information Center 1 Sony ... Digital Handycam, you call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only)....Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV6, DCR-TRV11 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. ...SONY (Canada only). Never expose the battery pack to your purchase of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV20 Responsible Party:Sony... direct sunlight. For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you...
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...Resetting the date and time 92 "Memory Stick" Operations (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) Using a "Memory Stick" - introduction 93 Recording still images on a moving picture - Basics Playing back a tape...Tape Photo recording 30 Adjusting the white balance manually ... 33 Using the wide mode 34 Using the fader function 35 Using special effects - SLIDE SHOW 119 Preventing... 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 - Digital effect ... 38 Using...
...Resetting the date and time 92 "Memory Stick" Operations (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) Using a "Memory Stick" - introduction 93 Recording still images on a moving picture - Basics Playing back a tape...Tape Photo recording 30 Adjusting the white balance manually ... 33 Using the wide mode 34 Using the fader function 35 Using special effects - SLIDE SHOW 119 Preventing... 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 - Digital effect ... 38 Using...
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... Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 or RMT-808 RMT-811 3 4 5 6 7 DCR-TRV20 DCR-TRV6/TRV11 8 9 or 0 qa 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 149) RMT-808: DCR-TRV6 RMT-811: DCR-TRV11/TRV20 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), ...5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 28, 54) 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 144) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 16) 8 PC serial cable (1) (p. 115) DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only 9 "Memory Stick" (1) (p. 93) DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only 0 Application software: PictureGear 4.1Lite (CD ROM) (1) (p. 115) DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only qa Lens hood (1) (p. 19...
... Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 or RMT-808 RMT-811 3 4 5 6 7 DCR-TRV20 DCR-TRV6/TRV11 8 9 or 0 qa 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 149) RMT-808: DCR-TRV6 RMT-811: DCR-TRV11/TRV20 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), ...5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 28, 54) 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 144) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 16) 8 PC serial cable (1) (p. 115) DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only 9 "Memory Stick" (1) (p. 93) DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only 0 Application software: PictureGear 4.1Lite (CD ROM) (1) (p. 115) DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only qa Lens hood (1) (p. 19...
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... 6 Open the DC IN jack cover. Connect the plug with its v mark facing lens side. EJECT 2 Push the middle portion of the back of your camcorder outdoors (p. 10). Quick Start Guide This chapter introduces you to the basic features of the cassette to insert. 3 Close the cassette compartment by pressing the.... See the page in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. Connecting the power cord (p. 14) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette (p. 15) 1 Slide OPEN/EJECT in parentheses "( )" for more information.
... 6 Open the DC IN jack cover. Connect the plug with its v mark facing lens side. EJECT 2 Push the middle portion of the back of your camcorder outdoors (p. 10). Quick Start Guide This chapter introduces you to the basic features of the cassette to insert. 3 Close the cassette compartment by pressing the.... See the page in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. Connecting the power cord (p. 14) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette (p. 15) 1 Slide OPEN/EJECT in parentheses "( )" for more information.
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... Start Guide NOTE Do not pick up your eye against its eyecup. Viewfinder When the LCD panel is closed, use the viewfinder placing your camcorder by holding the viewfinder or the LCD panel. 7 POWER MEMORY CAMERA VCR OFF(CHG) 2 Press m to VCR while pressing the small green... button. The picture appears on the LCD screen (p. 25) 1 Set the POWER switch to rewind the tape. Your camcorder starts recording. REW 3 Press N to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. Recording a picture (p. 16) 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Set the ...
... Start Guide NOTE Do not pick up your eye against its eyecup. Viewfinder When the LCD panel is closed, use the viewfinder placing your camcorder by holding the viewfinder or the LCD panel. 7 POWER MEMORY CAMERA VCR OFF(CHG) 2 Press m to VCR while pressing the small green... button. The picture appears on the LCD screen (p. 25) 1 Set the POWER switch to rewind the tape. Your camcorder starts recording. REW 3 Press N to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. Recording a picture (p. 16) 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Set the ...
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... in the introduction of differences DCRMEMORY mark* (on your camcorder. Set the POWER switch to indicate that you can hear a beep sound to CAMERA. When you carry out an operation, you use mini DV cassettes with memory functions. TRV11 z TRV20 z z Provided - You can operate only ...with the cassette memory are clearly indicated in the table below. - Getting started - The DCR-TRV20 is provided with your camcorder are for the three models listed in the text, for example, "DCR-TRV20 only". e.g. Not provided * The model with MEMORY marked on the DV format. ...
... in the introduction of differences DCRMEMORY mark* (on your camcorder. Set the POWER switch to indicate that you can hear a beep sound to CAMERA. When you carry out an operation, you use mini DV cassettes with memory functions. TRV11 z TRV20 z z Provided - You can operate only ...with the cassette memory are clearly indicated in the table below. - Getting started - The DCR-TRV20 is provided with your camcorder are for the three models listed in the text, for example, "DCR-TRV20 only". e.g. Not provided * The model with MEMORY marked on the DV format. ...
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... blue, green, or white) that constantly appear on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV. Keep your camcorder away from country to country. Letting your camcorder get wet. To view your recordings on the LCD screen and in any way. These points occur normally in the manufacturing... in the viewfinder. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be copyrighted. Getting started Using this malfunction cannot be repaired [a]. •Never leave your camcorder exposed to temperatures above 140°F (60°C), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. •Do...
... blue, green, or white) that constantly appear on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV. Keep your camcorder away from country to country. Letting your camcorder get wet. To view your recordings on the LCD screen and in any way. These points occur normally in the manufacturing... in the viewfinder. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be copyrighted. Getting started Using this malfunction cannot be repaired [a]. •Never leave your camcorder exposed to temperatures above 140°F (60°C), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. •Do...
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... the viewfinder up the viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing BATT down . 10 If you use your camcorder outdoors. (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack down until it clicks. 1 2 To remove the battery pack (1) Lift up and down .... 1 2 BATT release lever 2 After installing the battery pack Do not carry your camcorder. If you do so, the battery pack may slide off your camcorder unintentionally, damaging your camcorder by holding the battery pack. Take care not to use the large capacity battery pack If you ...
... the viewfinder up the viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing BATT down . 10 If you use your camcorder outdoors. (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack down until it clicks. 1 2 To remove the battery pack (1) Lift up and down .... 1 2 BATT release lever 2 After installing the battery pack Do not carry your camcorder. If you do so, the battery pack may slide off your camcorder unintentionally, damaging your camcorder by holding the battery pack. Take care not to use the large capacity battery pack If you ...
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...adaptor. •Keep the battery pack dry. •When the battery pack is not to use it until FULL appears in minutes on your camcorder. When the remaining battery indicator changes to OFF (CHG). VCR OFF(CHG) 1 4 POWER 2 CAMERA MEMORY After charging the battery pack ... contact with the viewfinder. The remaining battery time indicator in a cool place. Notes •Prevent metallic objects from the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). (1) Open the DC IN jack cover, pulling the cover out a little and rotating. Getting started ...
...adaptor. •Keep the battery pack dry. •When the battery pack is not to use it until FULL appears in minutes on your camcorder. When the remaining battery indicator changes to OFF (CHG). VCR OFF(CHG) 1 4 POWER 2 CAMERA MEMORY After charging the battery pack ... contact with the viewfinder. The remaining battery time indicator in a cool place. Notes •Prevent metallic objects from the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). (1) Open the DC IN jack cover, pulling the cover out a little and rotating. Getting started ...
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Step 1 Preparing the power supply Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - The AC power adaptor is wrong with ...** 145 (130) 75 (70) 305 (270) 165 (145) 460 (410) 250 (225) 535 (480) 290 (260) DCR-TRV11 Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Recording with the viewfinder Continuous* Typical** 195 (175) 105 (95)... 140 (125) 75 (65) 295 (265) 160 (145) 450 (400) 245 (220) 520 (465) 285 (255) DCR-TRV20 Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Recording with the viewfinder Continuous* Typical** 135 (120) 80 ...
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - The AC power adaptor is wrong with ...** 145 (130) 75 (70) 305 (270) 165 (145) 460 (410) 250 (225) 535 (480) 290 (260) DCR-TRV11 Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Recording with the viewfinder Continuous* Typical** 195 (175) 105 (95)... 140 (125) 75 (65) 295 (265) 160 (145) 450 (400) 245 (220) 520 (465) 285 (255) DCR-TRV20 Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Recording with the viewfinder Continuous* Typical** 135 (120) 80 ...
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... continuous recording time at 77°F (25°C). TM SERIES "InfoLITHIUM" is "InfoLITHIUM"? Your camcorder operates only with LCD closed 195 (175) 400 (360) 600 (540) 695 (625) DCR-TRV20 Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Playing time on /off....camcorder in a cold environment. ** Approximate number of Sony Corporation. 13 Playing time DCR-TRV6 Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Playing time on LCD screen 145 (130) 305 (270) 460 (410) 535 (480) Playing time with LCD closed 200 (180) 415 (375) 630 (565) 725 (655) DCR-TRV11...
... continuous recording time at 77°F (25°C). TM SERIES "InfoLITHIUM" is "InfoLITHIUM"? Your camcorder operates only with LCD closed 195 (175) 400 (360) 600 (540) 695 (625) DCR-TRV20 Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Playing time on /off....camcorder in a cold environment. ** Approximate number of Sony Corporation. 13 Playing time DCR-TRV6 Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Playing time on LCD screen 145 (130) 305 (270) 460 (410) 535 (480) Playing time with LCD closed 200 (180) 415 (375) 630 (565) 725 (655) DCR-TRV11...
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... the power cord is not plugged into a wall outlet. Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (not supplied). 14 This means that the battery pack cannot supply any power if the power cord is connected to your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from a wall outlet using... is not disconnected from the AC power source (house current) as long as it . Connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the plug's v mark facing the lens side. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord...
... the power cord is not plugged into a wall outlet. Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (not supplied). 14 This means that the battery pack cannot supply any power if the power cord is connected to your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from a wall outlet using... is not disconnected from the AC power source (house current) as long as it . Connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the plug's v mark facing the lens side. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord...
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...appears. When you . (1) Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on your camcorder. 16 Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for more information (p. 10 to p. 15). (3) Set the POWER switch to the standby mode. (4) To open the LCD panel, press OPEN. Recording - Note on the front...REC 0:00:01 Note Fasten the grip strap firmly. The camera recording lamp located on Recording mode Your camcorder records and plays back in the SP (standard play) mode and in the LP mode on your camcorder lights up. See "Step 1" and "Step 2" for you record a tape in the LP...
...appears. When you . (1) Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on your camcorder. 16 Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for more information (p. 10 to p. 15). (3) Set the POWER switch to the standby mode. (4) To open the LCD panel, press OPEN. Recording - Note on the front...REC 0:00:01 Note Fasten the grip strap firmly. The camera recording lamp located on Recording mode Your camcorder records and plays back in the SP (standard play) mode and in the LP mode on your camcorder lights up. See "Step 1" and "Step 2" for you record a tape in the LP...
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...° 90° When closing the LCD panel, set to the lens side. Basics Recording a picture Note on the LCD screen and in the LP mode The playback picture may be distorted or the time code may not be set to OFF (CHG). To enable smooth transition Transition between scenes. However... LOCK switch (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) When you change the battery pack, set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), and to prevent battery and tape wear. Adjusting the LCD screen The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the viewfinder side and about 180 degrees to the left before your camcorder. LOCK switch...
...° 90° When closing the LCD panel, set to the lens side. Basics Recording a picture Note on the LCD screen and in the LP mode The playback picture may be distorted or the time code may not be set to OFF (CHG). To enable smooth transition Transition between scenes. However... LOCK switch (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) When you change the battery pack, set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), and to prevent battery and tape wear. Adjusting the LCD screen The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the viewfinder side and about 180 degrees to the left before your camcorder. LOCK switch...
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... you use the Remote Commander and the lens hood, the Remote Commander may appear in the menu settings. (p.85) Attaching the supplied lens hood (DCR-TRV20 only) To record fine pictures under strong light, we recommend attaching the lens hood. Recording - Viewfinder backlight You can be attached even with...of LCD screen or viewfinder. 19 When you use the filter (not supplied) The shadow of the backlight. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your camcorder. •You cannot attach filters or other objects onto the lens hood. Also the lens cap can change the brightness of the lens hood ...
... you use the Remote Commander and the lens hood, the Remote Commander may appear in the menu settings. (p.85) Attaching the supplied lens hood (DCR-TRV20 only) To record fine pictures under strong light, we recommend attaching the lens hood. Recording - Viewfinder backlight You can be attached even with...of LCD screen or viewfinder. 19 When you use the filter (not supplied) The shadow of the backlight. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your camcorder. •You cannot attach filters or other objects onto the lens hood. Also the lens cap can change the brightness of the lens hood ...
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...the NightShot function in the daytime). At that time, the moving picture may be clearer with the autofocus mode when using the NightShot function, you cannot use this function. Recording a picture Shooting in the dark (... environment of nocturnal animals for observation when you keep NIGHTSHOT set N.S. In the standby, recording or memory mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON in incorrect or unnatural colors. •If focusing is automatically adjusted depending on... in normal recording, the picture may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •When you use the following functions: -
...the NightShot function in the daytime). At that time, the moving picture may be clearer with the autofocus mode when using the NightShot function, you cannot use this function. Recording a picture Shooting in the dark (... environment of nocturnal animals for observation when you keep NIGHTSHOT set N.S. In the standby, recording or memory mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON in incorrect or unnatural colors. •If focusing is automatically adjusted depending on... in normal recording, the picture may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •When you use the following functions: -
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... with a beep sound. To record still pictures on the LCD screen or in MEMORY mode (p. 104). Basics Recording a picture While...mode (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) NightShot Light NightShot Light rays are infrared and so are invisible. In the last two seconds of the countdown, the beep sound gets faster, then recording starts automatically. Self-timer starts counting down from on "Memory Stick"s Press SELFTIMER, then press PHOTO in the viewfinder while your camcorder... is about 10 feet (3 m). Note The self-timer recording mode is finished. - Digital effect - Self-timer recording ...
... with a beep sound. To record still pictures on the LCD screen or in MEMORY mode (p. 104). Basics Recording a picture While...mode (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) NightShot Light NightShot Light rays are infrared and so are invisible. In the last two seconds of the countdown, the beep sound gets faster, then recording starts automatically. Self-timer starts counting down from on "Memory Stick"s Press SELFTIMER, then press PHOTO in the viewfinder while your camcorder... is about 10 feet (3 m). Note The self-timer recording mode is finished. - Digital effect - Self-timer recording ...
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.... (5) Press N to start playback. (6) To adjust the volume, press either of the two buttons on your camcorder. (1) Install the power source and insert the recorded tape. (2) Set the POWER switch to the camcorder body with your camcorder is silent when the LCD panel is closed. 2 POWER VCR 4 REW 5 PLAY OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY...
.... (5) Press N to start playback. (6) To adjust the volume, press either of the two buttons on your camcorder. (1) Install the power source and insert the recorded tape. (2) Set the POWER switch to the camcorder body with your camcorder is silent when the LCD panel is closed. 2 POWER VCR 4 REW 5 PLAY OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY...
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... due to the TV (p. 28). 26 Data code The data code is your camcorder to tape damage or noise. •The tape was recorded by a camcorder without the date and time set. In the recording mode, the recording data will not be displayed. When you have recorded. Display function... Press DISPLAY on your camcorder. Playing back a tape To display the screen indicators - The indicators...
... due to the TV (p. 28). 26 Data code The data code is your camcorder to tape damage or noise. •The tape was recorded by a camcorder without the date and time set. In the recording mode, the recording data will not be displayed. When you have recorded. Display function... Press DISPLAY on your camcorder. Playing back a tape To display the screen indicators - The indicators...
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...playback, press N. When you use a tape without cassette memory, the end search function does not work for five minutes Your camcorder automatically enters the stop mode. To resume normal playback, press N or X. To change the playback direction Press on the Remote Commander. To resume normal playback...;The previous picture may appear at the center, or the top and bottom of the recorded portion plays back and stops. To view a still picture (playback pause) Press X during playback. To resume normal playback, press N. To resume normal playback, press N. To search the last...
...playback, press N. When you use a tape without cassette memory, the end search function does not work for five minutes Your camcorder automatically enters the stop mode. To resume normal playback, press N or X. To change the playback direction Press on the Remote Commander. To resume normal playback...;The previous picture may appear at the center, or the top and bottom of the recorded portion plays back and stops. To view a still picture (playback pause) Press X during playback. To resume normal playback, press N. To resume normal playback, press N. To search the last...