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...enclosure that may be producing home video that you have any questions about ...SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV15, DCR-TRV17 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you can return your nearest Sony... Service Center or Factory Service Center. Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion battery. Declaration of lithium ion batteries in the sun or under direct sunlight. CAUTION You are cautioned that any interference received, including interference that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder...
...enclosure that may be producing home video that you have any questions about ...SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV15, DCR-TRV17 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you can return your nearest Sony... Service Center or Factory Service Center. Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion battery. Declaration of lithium ion batteries in the sun or under direct sunlight. CAUTION You are cautioned that any interference received, including interference that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder...
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Getting started Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 178) 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 13) 3 Size AA... (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 cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc. 5
Getting started Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 178) 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 13) 3 Size AA... (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 cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc. 5
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... 61 Searching a recording by frame recording - Signal convert function 79 Recording video or TV programs ....... 80 Inserting a scene from a tape as a moving pictures on tapes - Insert editing 83 Audio dubbing 85 Superimposing a title 89 Making your own titles 92 Labeling a cassette 94 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 96 "Memory Stick" Operations (DCR-TRV17 only...
... 61 Searching a recording by frame recording - Signal convert function 79 Recording video or TV programs ....... 80 Inserting a scene from a tape as a moving pictures on tapes - Insert editing 83 Audio dubbing 85 Superimposing a title 89 Making your own titles 92 Labeling a cassette 94 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 96 "Memory Stick" Operations (DCR-TRV17 only...
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... MPEG movie playback 132 Viewing images using computer ...... 134 Copying the image recorded on "Memory Stick"s to tapes 138 Enlarging still images recorded on a moving picture - Memory PB ZOOM 140 Playing back images in... a "Memory Stick" on "Memory Stick"s - Getting started Table of trouble and their solutions 149 Self-diagnosis display 155 Warning indicators and messages .... 156 Additional Information Usable cassettes 158 About "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 160 About i.LINK 162 Using your camcorder...
... MPEG movie playback 132 Viewing images using computer ...... 134 Copying the image recorded on "Memory Stick"s to tapes 138 Enlarging still images recorded on a moving picture - Memory PB ZOOM 140 Playing back images in... a "Memory Stick" on "Memory Stick"s - Getting started Table of trouble and their solutions 149 Self-diagnosis display 155 Warning indicators and messages .... 156 Additional Information Usable cassettes 158 About "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 160 About i.LINK 162 Using your camcorder...
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...facing out. 3 Close the cassette compartment by pressing the mark on the cassette compartment. EJECT 2 Push the middle portion of the back of your camcorder outdoors (p. 12). See the page in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. Connecting the power cord (p. 17) Use the battery... pack when using your camcorder. Quick Start Guide This chapter introduces you to the basic features of the cassette to insert. Inserting a cassette (p. 20) 1 Slide OPEN/ EJECT in ...
...facing out. 3 Close the cassette compartment by pressing the mark on the cassette compartment. EJECT 2 Push the middle portion of the back of your camcorder outdoors (p. 12). See the page in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. Connecting the power cord (p. 17) Use the battery... pack when using your camcorder. Quick Start Guide This chapter introduces you to the basic features of the cassette to insert. Inserting a cassette (p. 20) 1 Slide OPEN/ EJECT in ...
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...START/STOP. The picture appears on the LCD screen (p. 31) 1 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 2 Press m to start playback. Quick Start Guide Recording a picture (p. 21) 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Set the POWER switch to VCR ... When the LCD panel is set the clock setting before recording (p. 18). PLAY NOTE Do not pick up your eye against its eyecup. If you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is closed, use the viewfinder placing your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the LCD panel, or the ...
...START/STOP. The picture appears on the LCD screen (p. 31) 1 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 2 Press m to start playback. Quick Start Guide Recording a picture (p. 21) 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Set the POWER switch to VCR ... When the LCD panel is set the clock setting before recording (p. 18). PLAY NOTE Do not pick up your eye against its eyecup. If you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is closed, use the viewfinder placing your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the LCD panel, or the ...
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...cassette memory . e.g. See page 106 for details. *2) This intelligent accessory shoe is based on the POWER switch) (USB) jack Intelligent accessory shoe TRV15 - - 8 pin TRV17 z z 15 pin*2) z Provided - The functions which require different operations depending on whether the tape has the cassette memory...the POWER switch to use mini DV cassettes with your camcorder. Note on Cassette Memory Your camcorder is designed to CAMERA. You see page 158. The DCR-TRV17 is indicated in capital letters. Types of your camcorder. We recommend that are marked by looking at the bottom...
...cassette memory . e.g. See page 106 for details. *2) This intelligent accessory shoe is based on the POWER switch) (USB) jack Intelligent accessory shoe TRV15 - - 8 pin TRV17 z z 15 pin*2) z Provided - The functions which require different operations depending on whether the tape has the cassette memory...the POWER switch to use mini DV cassettes with your camcorder. Note on Cassette Memory Your camcorder is designed to CAMERA. You see page 158. The DCR-TRV17 is indicated in capital letters. Types of your camcorder. We recommend that are marked by looking at the bottom...
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Copyright precautions Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Doing so might cause your camcorder to malfunction. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the copyright laws. Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on... in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. •Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. To view your recordings on TV color systems TV color systems differ from rain and sea water. Getting started Using this malfunction cannot...
Copyright precautions Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Doing so might cause your camcorder to malfunction. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the copyright laws. Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on... in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. •Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. To view your recordings on TV color systems TV color systems differ from rain and sea water. Getting started Using this malfunction cannot...
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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 wall outlet. (4) Set the POWER switch to use the battery longer than usual. 2 1 4 POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY The number in minutes on your camcorder. To fully charge the battery (full charge), leave the battery pack attached for about one hour after charging it for details ...of "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to , normal charge is completed until FULL appears in the display window. Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack...
...the wall outlet. (4) Set the POWER switch to use the battery longer than usual. 2 1 4 POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY The number in minutes on your camcorder. To fully charge the battery (full charge), leave the battery pack attached for about one hour after charging it for details ...of "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to , normal charge is completed until FULL appears in the display window. Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack...
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...;F). 14 min" appears in the display window. Step 1 Preparing the power supply When the battery pack is displayed. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time you record with the viewfinder. The remaining battery time indicator in the display window indicates the approximate...
...;F). 14 min" appears in the display window. Step 1 Preparing the power supply When the battery pack is displayed. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time you record with the viewfinder. The remaining battery time indicator in the display window indicates the approximate...
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...on/off. The battery life will be shorter. 15 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 65 200 110 415 225 630 345 725 395...60 195 105 400 220 600 330 695 380 Recording with the LCD screen Continuous* Typical** 80 40 135 65 275 145 425 225 490 255 Approximate minutes when you use your camcorder in a cold environment. ** Approximate number of minutes when recording while you use a fully charged battery * ...
...on/off. The battery life will be shorter. 15 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 65 200 110 415 225 630 345 725 395...60 195 105 400 220 600 330 695 380 Recording with the LCD screen Continuous* Typical** 80 40 135 65 275 145 425 225 490 255 Approximate minutes when you use your camcorder in a cold environment. ** Approximate number of minutes when recording while you use a fully charged battery * ...
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... Charge the battery pack fully again so that the battery pack has enough power to 86 ˚F). 16 Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery. TM SERIES "InfoLITHIUM" is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange...FM91 Playing time on the battery remaining indicator is correct. 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... when playing back at 25 °C (77 ºF). The recording and playing times of a normally charged battery are about 90% of those of...
... Charge the battery pack fully again so that the battery pack has enough power to 86 ˚F). 16 Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery. TM SERIES "InfoLITHIUM" is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange...FM91 Playing time on the battery remaining indicator is correct. 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... when playing back at 25 °C (77 ºF). The recording and playing times of a normally charged battery are about 90% of those of...
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Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). Refer to the operating instractions of the DC Adaptor/Charger for a long time, we recommend that the ... if the power cord is connected to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is attached to your camcorder with your camcorder to the DC IN jack on your camcorder. •The DC IN jack has "source priority." Connect the AC power adaptor supplied with the plug's v ... adaptor. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover, pulling the cover out a little and rotating it. This means that you use your camcorder for further information. 17
Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). Refer to the operating instractions of the DC Adaptor/Charger for a long time, we recommend that the ... if the power cord is connected to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is attached to your camcorder with your camcorder to the DC IN jack on your camcorder. •The DC IN jack has "source priority." Connect the AC power adaptor supplied with the plug's v ... adaptor. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover, pulling the cover out a little and rotating it. This means that you use your camcorder for further information. 17
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...2 Setting the date and time Set the date and time settings when you use your camcorder will be displayed each time that you set the POWER switch to CAMERA/ MEMORY (DCR-TRV17 only) unless you do not use your camcorder for about four months, the date and time settings may be released (bars may... appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery in your camcorder for the first time. "CLOCK SET" will have ...
...2 Setting the date and time Set the date and time settings when you use your camcorder will be displayed each time that you set the POWER switch to CAMERA/ MEMORY (DCR-TRV17 only) unless you do not use your camcorder for about four months, the date and time settings may be released (bars may... appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery in your camcorder for the first time. "CLOCK SET" will have ...
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Getting started Step 2 Setting the date and time If you do not set the date and time is recorded on the data code of your camcorder operates on the time indicator The internal clock of the tape and the "Memory Stick" (DCRTRV17 only). Note on a 12-hour cycle. •12:00 AM stands for midnight. •12:00 PM stands for noon. 19
Getting started Step 2 Setting the date and time If you do not set the date and time is recorded on the data code of your camcorder operates on the time indicator The internal clock of the tape and the "Memory Stick" (DCRTRV17 only). Note on a 12-hour cycle. •12:00 AM stands for midnight. •12:00 PM stands for noon. 19
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... and attatch the lens cap to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. Note on the front of your camcorder lights up. Select SP or LP in microphone during recording. The camera recording lamp located on Recording mode Your camcorder records and plays back in the SP... (standard play) mode and in the LP (long play) mode. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. 1 3 LOCK Switch POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 4 Camera recording lamp Microphone 5...
... and attatch the lens cap to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. Note on the front of your camcorder lights up. Select SP or LP in microphone during recording. The camera recording lamp located on Recording mode Your camcorder records and plays back in the SP... (standard play) mode and in the LP (long play) mode. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. 1 3 LOCK Switch POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 4 Camera recording lamp Microphone 5...
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... be distorted or the time code may not be set the POWER switch to CAMERA again. To enable smooth transition Transition between scenes. This is set it vertically until it clicks, and swing it into the camcorder body. Adjusting the LCD screen The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the... viewfinder side and about 180 degrees to prevent battery and tape wear. Recording a picture Note on the LOCK switch (DCR-TRV17 only) When you slide the LOCK switch to...
... be distorted or the time code may not be set the POWER switch to CAMERA again. To enable smooth transition Transition between scenes. This is set it vertically until it clicks, and swing it into the camcorder body. Adjusting the LCD screen The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the... viewfinder side and about 180 degrees to prevent battery and tape wear. Recording a picture Note on the LOCK switch (DCR-TRV17 only) When you slide the LOCK switch to...
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... following functions: - In CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV17 only) mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to OFF. To cancel the NightShot function, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON. The indicator and "SUPER NIGHTSHOT" flash on the screen. LIGHT to ON. Exposure - This may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •When you to ON in normal recording, the picture may...
... following functions: - In CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV17 only) mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to OFF. To cancel the NightShot function, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON. The indicator and "SUPER NIGHTSHOT" flash on the screen. LIGHT to ON. Exposure - This may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •When you to ON in normal recording, the picture may...
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.... + : to go forward - 7: to go to the end of the recorded section are played back and your camcorder will return to stop playback. You cannot monitor the sound. If you press START/STOP, re-recording begins from the speaker or headphones. END SEARCH / EDITSEARCH / Rec Review You ...can search for a few seconds, and then your camcorder returns to check the recorded picture or shoot so that the transition between the last recorded scene and the next scene you record. Checking the recording - EDITSEARCH You can use a tape without cassette memory, the end search function...
.... + : to go forward - 7: to go to the end of the recorded section are played back and your camcorder will return to stop playback. You cannot monitor the sound. If you press START/STOP, re-recording begins from the speaker or headphones. END SEARCH / EDITSEARCH / Rec Review You ...can search for a few seconds, and then your camcorder returns to check the recorded picture or shoot so that the transition between the last recorded scene and the next scene you record. Checking the recording - EDITSEARCH You can use a tape without cassette memory, the end search function...