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... AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 13) 3 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 178) 4 NP-FM30 battery pack (1) (p. 12, 13) 5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 35, 66) 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 173) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 21) 8 "Memory Stick" (1) (p. 103) DCR-TRV17 only 9 USB cable (1) (p. 135) DCR-TRV17 only 0 CD-ROM (SPVD-004, USB Driver) (1) (p. 135) DCR-TRV17 only Contents of the recording...
... AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 13) 3 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 178) 4 NP-FM30 battery pack (1) (p. 12, 13) 5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 35, 66) 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 173) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 21) 8 "Memory Stick" (1) (p. 103) DCR-TRV17 only 9 USB cable (1) (p. 135) DCR-TRV17 only 0 CD-ROM (SPVD-004, USB Driver) (1) (p. 135) DCR-TRV17 only Contents of the recording...
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... 1 Preparing the power supply ... 12 Installing the battery pack 12 Charging the battery pack 13 Connecting to the wall outlet ....... 17 Step 2 Setting the date and time ......... 18 Step 3 Inserting a cassette 20 Recording - introduction 103 Recording still images on "Memory Stick"s - Table of recorded tape by date - END SEARCH / EDITSEARCH / Rec Review .... 30 Playback - Digital effect...
... 1 Preparing the power supply ... 12 Installing the battery pack 12 Charging the battery pack 13 Connecting to the wall outlet ....... 17 Step 2 Setting the date and time ......... 18 Step 3 Inserting a cassette 20 Recording - introduction 103 Recording still images on "Memory Stick"s - Table of recorded tape by date - END SEARCH / EDITSEARCH / Rec Review .... 30 Playback - Digital effect...
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... compartment with its v mark facing up. Quick Start Guide This chapter introduces you to the basic features of the cassette to insert. Connecting the power cord (p. 17) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. Inserting a cassette (p. 20) 1 Slide OPEN/ EJECT in parentheses "( )" ...for more information. After the cassette compartment going down completely, close the lid until it clicks. 8 Quick Start Guide AC power adaptor (supplied) Connect the plug with the window facing out. 3 Close the cassette compartment by pressing the mark on the cassette compartment. See the ...
... compartment with its v mark facing up. Quick Start Guide This chapter introduces you to the basic features of the cassette to insert. Connecting the power cord (p. 17) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. Inserting a cassette (p. 20) 1 Slide OPEN/ EJECT in parentheses "( )" ...for more information. After the cassette compartment going down completely, close the lid until it clicks. 8 Quick Start Guide AC power adaptor (supplied) Connect the plug with the window facing out. 3 Close the cassette compartment by pressing the mark on the cassette compartment. See the ...
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Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Install the battery pack to 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 the viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing BATT down. 1 2 2 BATT release button If you use the large capacity battery pack If you install the NP-FM70/FM90/FM91 battery pack on your camcorder, extend its viewfinder. 12
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Install the battery pack to 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 the viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing BATT down. 1 2 2 BATT release button If you use the large capacity battery pack If you install the NP-FM70/FM90/FM91 battery pack on your camcorder, extend its viewfinder. 12
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... the battery longer than usual. 2 1 4 POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY The number in the illustration of "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack on your camcorder. Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use...
... the battery longer than usual. 2 1 4 POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY The number in the illustration of "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack on your camcorder. Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use...
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... battery time indicator in the display window indicates the approximate recording time with the viewfinder is charged fully "FULL" appears in the display window. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - min" appears in the display window. Step 1 Preparing the power supply When the battery pack is displayed. Remaining battery time...
... battery time indicator in the display window indicates the approximate recording time with the viewfinder is charged fully "FULL" appears in the display window. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - min" appears in the display window. Step 1 Preparing the power supply When the battery pack is displayed. Remaining battery time...
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... shorter. 15 The actual battery life may be shorter if you repeat recording start/ stop, zooming and turning the power on/off. Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Recording time DCR-TRV15 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Recording with the viewfinder Continuous* Typical** 125 65 200 110 415 225 630...
... shorter. 15 The actual battery life may be shorter if you repeat recording start/ stop, zooming and turning the power on/off. Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Recording time DCR-TRV15 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Recording with the viewfinder Continuous* Typical** 125 65 200 110 415 225 630...
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Step 1 Preparing the power supply Playing time DCR-TRV15 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Playing time on LCD screen 100 160 335 505 585 Playing time with LCD closed 130 210 ... (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Playing time on the battery remaining indicator is compatible with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). The "InfoLITHIUM" is "InfoLITHIUM"? The recording and playing times of a normally charged battery are about 90% of those of a fully charged battery. This unit is correct. If the power...
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Playing time DCR-TRV15 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Playing time on LCD screen 100 160 335 505 585 Playing time with LCD closed 130 210 ... (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Playing time on the battery remaining indicator is compatible with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). The "InfoLITHIUM" is "InfoLITHIUM"? The recording and playing times of a normally charged battery are about 90% of those of a fully charged battery. This unit is correct. If the power...
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... has "source priority." Connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder with this unit, disconnect the plug from the AC power source (wall outlet) as long as possible to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is connected to cut off . Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). Notes •...
... has "source priority." Connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder with this unit, disconnect the plug from the AC power source (wall outlet) as long as possible to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is connected to cut off . Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). Notes •...
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.... (6) To adjust the volume, press either of the two buttons on VOLUME. When you can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with the LCD screen facing out. Playback - You can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. If you close the LCD panel...(CHG) CAMERA 3 MEMORY 1 To stop playback Press x. The speaker on the screen. Basics - Basics - When monitoring on the LCD screen You can monitor the playback picture on your camcorder. (1) Install the power source and insert the recorded tape. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR while pressing the small green...
.... (6) To adjust the volume, press either of the two buttons on VOLUME. When you can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with the LCD screen facing out. Playback - You can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. If you close the LCD panel...(CHG) CAMERA 3 MEMORY 1 To stop playback Press x. The speaker on the screen. Basics - Basics - When monitoring on the LCD screen You can monitor the playback picture on your camcorder. (1) Install the power source and insert the recorded tape. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR while pressing the small green...
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... outlet using the AC power adaptor (p. 17). If you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and the white...(right) signal. Basics Viewing the recording on TV Connect your camcorder to watch the playback picture on the VCR by using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your TV. Refer to the...left) signal. This connection produces higher quality DV format pictures. 35 S VIDEO AUDIO/VIDEO White Yellow IN S VIDEO VIDEO A/V connecting cable : Signal flow (supplied) Red If your TV is a monaural type Connect the yellow plug ...
... outlet using the AC power adaptor (p. 17). If you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and the white...(right) signal. Basics Viewing the recording on TV Connect your camcorder to watch the playback picture on the VCR by using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your TV. Refer to the...left) signal. This connection produces higher quality DV format pictures. 35 S VIDEO AUDIO/VIDEO White Yellow IN S VIDEO VIDEO A/V connecting cable : Signal flow (supplied) Red If your TV is a monaural type Connect the yellow plug ...
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...the SUPER LASER LINK button goes out. 36 SUPER LASER LINK Super laser link emitter Before operation Attach the power supply such as the AC power adaptor to your camcorder, and insert the recorded tape. (1) After connecting your camcorder to obtain clear playback pictures. The lamp of SUPER LASER LINK lights ...up. (5) Press N on your TV and AV cordless IR receiver, set the POWER switch on the AV cordless IR receiver to ON. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR....
...the SUPER LASER LINK button goes out. 36 SUPER LASER LINK Super laser link emitter Before operation Attach the power supply such as the AC power adaptor to your camcorder, and insert the recorded tape. (1) After connecting your camcorder to obtain clear playback pictures. The lamp of SUPER LASER LINK lights ...up. (5) Press N on your TV and AV cordless IR receiver, set the POWER switch on the AV cordless IR receiver to ON. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR....
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...the VCR using your VCR. Connect your camcorder to your camcorder using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. (5) Start recording on the VCR. Before operation •Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. ...x on the Remote Commander - S VIDEO AUDIO/VIDEO IN S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO : Signal flow When you want to record over) into the VCR, and insert the recorded tape into your camcorder. (2) Prepare the VCR for recording, then set the input selector to...Refer to the operating instructions of the VCR. (3) Set the POWER switch to the audio input jack on the edited tape: -
...the VCR using your VCR. Connect your camcorder to your camcorder using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. (5) Start recording on the VCR. Before operation •Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. ...x on the Remote Commander - S VIDEO AUDIO/VIDEO IN S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO : Signal flow When you want to record over) into the VCR, and insert the recorded tape into your camcorder. (2) Prepare the VCR for recording, then set the input selector to...Refer to the operating instructions of the VCR. (3) Set the POWER switch to the audio input jack on the edited tape: -
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... formatting (DCR-TRV17 only) •Supplied or optional "Memory Stick"s have superimposed. To search using cassette memory. Meaning POWER switch To cancel formatting. "FORMATTING" flashes during formatting. VCR To search without the recording date and MEMORY time To make prints with the recording date (p. 148) To make your own title. (p. 89, 92) VCR CAMERA To erase...
... formatting (DCR-TRV17 only) •Supplied or optional "Memory Stick"s have superimposed. To search using cassette memory. Meaning POWER switch To cancel formatting. "FORMATTING" flashes during formatting. VCR To search without the recording date and MEMORY time To make prints with the recording date (p. 148) To make your own title. (p. 89, 92) VCR CAMERA To erase...
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... NORMAL OFF z ON OFF DISPLAY REC LAMP VIDEO EDIT EDIT SET z LCD V-OUT/LCD z ON OFF - - Turn the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial to the originally set time. To output the beep instead of the recording. To activate the Remote Commander supplied with DISPLAY set the clock to outputs on ...menu items are returned to their factory settings. To light up the camera recording lamp at the front of the camcorder may reflect on your camcorder. POWER switch VCR MEMORY CAMERA MEMORY VCR CAMERA MEMORY VCR CAMERA MEMORY VCR CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA MEMORY VCR VCR Note If you set here. In this case, we...
... NORMAL OFF z ON OFF DISPLAY REC LAMP VIDEO EDIT EDIT SET z LCD V-OUT/LCD z ON OFF - - Turn the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial to the originally set time. To output the beep instead of the recording. To activate the Remote Commander supplied with DISPLAY set the clock to outputs on ...menu items are returned to their factory settings. To light up the camera recording lamp at the front of the camcorder may reflect on your camcorder. POWER switch VCR MEMORY CAMERA MEMORY VCR CAMERA MEMORY VCR CAMERA MEMORY VCR CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA MEMORY VCR VCR Note If you set here. In this case, we...
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You can record and play back, record or delete images. On file format Still image (JPEG) Your camcorder compresses ... This file name appears on the screen of your finger from coming into contact with your personal computer. - DCR-TRV17 only You can easily play back images on the labeling position. •Do not bend, drop or apply...in the following cases: - If you remove the "Memory Stick" or turn the power off while reading or writing. - using the USB cable for "Memory Stick" supplied with other equipment such as in a car parked in locations that are: - Moving...
You can record and play back, record or delete images. On file format Still image (JPEG) Your camcorder compresses ... This file name appears on the screen of your finger from coming into contact with your personal computer. - DCR-TRV17 only You can easily play back images on the labeling position. •Do not bend, drop or apply...in the following cases: - If you remove the "Memory Stick" or turn the power off while reading or writing. - using the USB cable for "Memory Stick" supplied with other equipment such as in a car parked in locations that are: - Moving...
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... (such as a background) 100-0019 ~ 100-0020 Sample images Sample images stored in the "Memory Stick" supplied with your camcorder. before step 6, and repeat the procedure from step 4. (Except for moving pictures recorded on the screen, the stronger the effect. For C.CHROM : 2 images (such as a frame) 100-0001... ~ 100-0018 - To change the mode setting. 126 When you set the POWER switch to be able to play them back with your...
... (such as a background) 100-0019 ~ 100-0020 Sample images Sample images stored in the "Memory Stick" supplied with your camcorder. before step 6, and repeat the procedure from step 4. (Except for moving pictures recorded on the screen, the stronger the effect. For C.CHROM : 2 images (such as a frame) 100-0001... ~ 100-0018 - To change the mode setting. 126 When you set the POWER switch to be able to play them back with your...
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to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with computer - when playing back on your camcorder image data modified with your camcorder before operation. • Turn the audio volume of the TV down ... 1 LOCK POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 4 3 MPEG 132 To stop MPEG movie playback Press MPEG N X. Note You may be able to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press MEMORY PLAY. Recording data When you press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander, you can also play back moving pictures recorded on other equipment including other DCR-TRV17...
to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with computer - when playing back on your camcorder image data modified with your camcorder before operation. • Turn the audio volume of the TV down ... 1 LOCK POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 4 3 MPEG 132 To stop MPEG movie playback Press MPEG N X. Note You may be able to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press MEMORY PLAY. Recording data When you press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander, you can also play back moving pictures recorded on other equipment including other DCR-TRV17...
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... Windows to complete without interrupting it. Be sure to allow the Mac OS to load. (2) Insert the supplied CD-ROM in step 4 (drag and drop). • Sony Camcorder USB Driver • Sony Camcorder USB Shim (6) When "Put these items into the end. For Macintosh users (1) Turn on your ...your computer. (3) Launch the application program on your camcorder. USB MODE appears on your camcorder with your camcorder, connect the AC power adaptor and set the POWER switch to the System Folder icon in the window opened in your desktop. appears, click OK. (7) Restart your camcorder.
... Windows to complete without interrupting it. Be sure to allow the Mac OS to load. (2) Insert the supplied CD-ROM in step 4 (drag and drop). • Sony Camcorder USB Driver • Sony Camcorder USB Shim (6) When "Put these items into the end. For Macintosh users (1) Turn on your ...your computer. (3) Launch the application program on your camcorder. USB MODE appears on your camcorder with your camcorder, connect the AC power adaptor and set the POWER switch to the System Folder icon in the window opened in your desktop. appears, click OK. (7) Restart your camcorder.
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... Intelligent accessory shoe (p. 85) qj Camera recording lamp (p. 21) Notes on the intelligent accessory shoe •The intelligent accessory shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light, microphone or printer (DCR-TRV17 only) . •The intelligent accessory shoe is linked to the POWER switch, allowing you to turn the power supplied by the shoe on and off.
... Intelligent accessory shoe (p. 85) qj Camera recording lamp (p. 21) Notes on the intelligent accessory shoe •The intelligent accessory shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light, microphone or printer (DCR-TRV17 only) . •The intelligent accessory shoe is linked to the POWER switch, allowing you to turn the power supplied by the shoe on and off.