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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. Inserting a cassette (p. 20) 1 Slide OPEN/ EJECT in a straight line deeply into ...
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. Inserting a cassette (p. 20) 1 Slide OPEN/ EJECT in a straight line deeply into ...
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...or under direct sunlight [b]. •Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV. Keep your recordings on mounted models only) •The LCD screen and the finder... manual Note on the LCD screen and the finder. Doing so might cause your camcorder get wet. Copyright precautions Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may cause malfunctions [c]. •Do not directly shoot the sun. Getting started Using this malfunction cannot be copyrighted...
...or under direct sunlight [b]. •Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV. Keep your recordings on mounted models only) •The LCD screen and the finder... manual Note on the LCD screen and the finder. Doing so might cause your camcorder get wet. Copyright precautions Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may cause malfunctions [c]. •Do not directly shoot the sun. Getting started Using this malfunction cannot be copyrighted...
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... Connect the power cord to 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 the illustration of the AC power adaptor. To fully charge the battery (full charge), leave the battery pack attached for your... camcorder. This may differ from that on the display window. The remaining battery time is completed. Note Prevent metallic objects from the DC IN jack on your camcorder to , normal charge is indicated ...
... Connect the power cord to 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 the illustration of the AC power adaptor. To fully charge the battery (full charge), leave the battery pack attached for your... camcorder. This may differ from that on the display window. The remaining battery time is completed. Note Prevent metallic objects from the DC IN jack on your camcorder to , normal charge is indicated ...
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The remaining battery time indicator in the display window indicates the approximate recording time with the viewfinder is charged fully "FULL" appears in the display window. Charging time Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Full charge (Normal charge) 145...176;C (77 °F). 14 Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - min" appears in the display window. Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time you record with the viewfinder. Step 1 Preparing the power supply When the battery pack is displayed.
The remaining battery time indicator in the display window indicates the approximate recording time with the viewfinder is charged fully "FULL" appears in the display window. Charging time Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Full charge (Normal charge) 145...176;C (77 °F). 14 Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - min" appears in the display window. Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time you record with the viewfinder. Step 1 Preparing the power supply When the battery pack is displayed.
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... so may not be closed when you use this function properly (p. 158). Insert the cassette in a straight line deeply into the cassette compartment with the window facing out. (4) Close the cassette compartment by pressing the mark on the cassette to use cassette with cassette memory Read the instruction about cassette memory...
... so may not be closed when you use this function properly (p. 158). Insert the cassette in a straight line deeply into the cassette compartment with the window facing out. (4) Close the cassette compartment by pressing the mark on the cassette to use cassette with cassette memory Read the instruction about cassette memory...
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...faces, for subjects such as at a beach in tennis or golf. Sports lesson This mode minimizes shake on glass or metal mesh in windows when you are recording sunsets, general night views, fireworks displays and neon signs. Soft portrait This mode brings out the subject while creating a soft background for ... moon This mode allows you to suit your camcorder from appearing dark in strong light or reflected light, such as people or flowers. Advanced Recording Operations Using the PROGRAM AE function You can select PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to maintain atmosphere when you are...
...faces, for subjects such as at a beach in tennis or golf. Sports lesson This mode minimizes shake on glass or metal mesh in windows when you are recording sunsets, general night views, fireworks displays and neon signs. Soft portrait This mode brings out the subject while creating a soft background for ... moon This mode allows you to suit your camcorder from appearing dark in strong light or reflected light, such as people or flowers. Advanced Recording Operations Using the PROGRAM AE function You can select PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to maintain atmosphere when you are...
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...Camera File system universal standard established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). introduction "Memory Stick"s formatted by a computer "Memory Stick"s formatted by your camcorder still images recorded on the "Memory Stick." • "Memory Stick" and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Windows...;" are not sold in this camcorder (p. 100). Notes on image data compatibility • Image data files recorded on "Memory Stick"s by Windows OS or Macintosh computers do not have a guaranteed compatibility with this manual. 104
...Camera File system universal standard established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). introduction "Memory Stick"s formatted by a computer "Memory Stick"s formatted by your camcorder still images recorded on the "Memory Stick." • "Memory Stick" and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Windows...;" are not sold in this camcorder (p. 100). Notes on image data compatibility • Image data files recorded on "Memory Stick"s by Windows OS or Macintosh computers do not have a guaranteed compatibility with this manual. 104
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DCR-TRV17 only You can view data recorded on the "Memory Stick" using your computer. •Still images: JPEG format •Moving images/audio: MPEG format ActiveMovie Player (DirectShow) must be the ... MMX Pentium 200 MHz or faster The USB connector must be installed (to play back moving pictures). Recommended USB connections environment Recommended Windows environment OS: Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me or Windows 2000 Professional standard installation is stored in this manual. 134 QuickTime 3.2 or newer must be installed (to a single computer at ...
DCR-TRV17 only You can view data recorded on the "Memory Stick" using your computer. •Still images: JPEG format •Moving images/audio: MPEG format ActiveMovie Player (DirectShow) must be the ... MMX Pentium 200 MHz or faster The USB connector must be installed (to play back moving pictures). Recommended USB connections environment Recommended Windows environment OS: Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me or Windows 2000 Professional standard installation is stored in this manual. 134 QuickTime 3.2 or newer must be installed (to a single computer at ...
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...Add Hardware Wizard starts twice because 2 different USB drivers are installed. For Windows 98/98SE, Windows 2000, Windows Me users (1) Turn on a CD-ROM which is not in step 4 (drag and drop). • Sony Camcorder USB Driver • Sony Camcorder USB Shim (6) When "Put these items into the Extensions folder?"... click OK. (7) Restart your computer. (3) Launch the application program on the LCD screen of your computer. 135 Be sure to allow Windows to load. (2) Insert the supplied CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive of your computer, install the USB driver to the computer. USB...
...Add Hardware Wizard starts twice because 2 different USB drivers are installed. For Windows 98/98SE, Windows 2000, Windows Me users (1) Turn on a CD-ROM which is not in step 4 (drag and drop). • Sony Camcorder USB Driver • Sony Camcorder USB Shim (6) When "Put these items into the Extensions folder?"... click OK. (7) Restart your computer. (3) Launch the application program on the LCD screen of your computer. 135 Be sure to allow Windows to load. (2) Insert the supplied CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive of your computer, install the USB driver to the computer. USB...
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... then to a wall outlet. (4) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the access lamp of the camcorder. (5) Open "My Computer" on Windows 98 and double click the newly recognized drive. (Example: "Removable Disk (D:)") The folders inside the "Memory Stick" are displayed. (6) Select and double-click ...the desired image file from the "Memory Stick", the image and sound may break off. For Windows 2000/Windows Me users (1) Move the cursor to the "Unplug or Eject Hardware" icon on the screen of the hard disk is recommended. USB MODE appears...
... then to a wall outlet. (4) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the access lamp of the camcorder. (5) Open "My Computer" on Windows 98 and double click the newly recognized drive. (Example: "Removable Disk (D:)") The folders inside the "Memory Stick" are displayed. (6) Select and double-click ...the desired image file from the "Memory Stick", the image and sound may break off. For Windows 2000/Windows Me users (1) Move the cursor to the "Unplug or Eject Hardware" icon on the screen of the hard disk is recommended. USB MODE appears...
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... may appear and you may not recover after recovering from Suspend, Resume, or Sleep. Image file storage destinations and image files Image files recorded with your computer Communications between your camcorder and your computer may be played back on the "Memory Stick." The meanings of the file names... camcorder. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to the camcorder or when you directly modify the image on a Windows machine. "Memory Stick" Operations Viewing images using computer Notes on using a retouch software from your camcorder are as follows. For...
... may appear and you may not recover after recovering from Suspend, Resume, or Sleep. Image file storage destinations and image files Image files recorded with your computer Communications between your camcorder and your computer may be played back on the "Memory Stick." The meanings of the file names... camcorder. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to the camcorder or when you directly modify the image on a Windows machine. "Memory Stick" Operations Viewing images using computer Notes on using a retouch software from your camcorder are as follows. For...
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... • Something is on . c Set it in about one hour to acclimatize. (p. 165) • Some troubles have occurred in the display window. c Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate your camcorder. While charging the battery pack, no indicator appears or the indicator flashes in your... and their solutions Symptom The melody or beep sounds for at least one minute. c Remove the cassette and leave your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. • The POWER switch is not properly installed. You cannot charge the battery pack. Types of the ...
... • Something is on . c Set it in about one hour to acclimatize. (p. 165) • Some troubles have occurred in the display window. c Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate your camcorder. While charging the battery pack, no indicator appears or the indicator flashes in your... and their solutions Symptom The melody or beep sounds for at least one minute. c Remove the cassette and leave your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. • The POWER switch is not properly installed. You cannot charge the battery pack. Types of the ...
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...video heads are using the cleaning cassette (optional). (p. 166) • A malfunction other than the above that you can service your camcorder yourself. •E:ss:ss Contact your camcorder. Troubleshooting 155 Self-diagnosis display Your camcorder has a self-diagnosis display function. If a 5-digit... code is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. The last two digits (indicated by ss) will differ depending on the LCD screen or in the display window...viewfinder, on the state of your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Five-digit display C:04:ss C:21:ss ...
...video heads are using the cleaning cassette (optional). (p. 166) • A malfunction other than the above that you can service your camcorder yourself. •E:ss:ss Contact your camcorder. Troubleshooting 155 Self-diagnosis display Your camcorder has a self-diagnosis display function. If a 5-digit... code is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. The last two digits (indicated by ss) will differ depending on the LCD screen or in the display window...viewfinder, on the state of your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Five-digit display C:04:ss C:21:ss ...
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... is frequently used becomes shorter. So, the time that the battery pack is not used for a long time or left in the display window, indicating that the battery pack can be able to efficiently charge the battery pack. • After charging is little remaining battery time sometimes ...enough power to operate, charge the battery pack fully again so that has functions for two or three times the expected recording time, and make a trial recording before you start using the battery pack up on the operating conditions or ambient temperature and environment even if the remaining battery...
... is frequently used becomes shorter. So, the time that the battery pack is not used for a long time or left in the display window, indicating that the battery pack can be able to efficiently charge the battery pack. • After charging is little remaining battery time sometimes ...enough power to operate, charge the battery pack fully again so that has functions for two or three times the expected recording time, and make a trial recording before you start using the battery pack up on the operating conditions or ambient temperature and environment even if the remaining battery...
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...adopts the MTF* measurement system for video camera and offers a quality as the Carl Zeiss lens. * MTF is a genuine accessory for your camcorder was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation. The lens for Sony video products. Quick Reference - - Identifying... the parts and controls Camcorder 1 6 2 7 3 8 4 9 5 q; 1 Remote sensor 2 Focus ring (p. 53) 3 Lens 4 Microphone 5 Infrared rays emitter (p. 27, 36, 71) 6 Display window (p. 13) 7 Viewfinder...
...adopts the MTF* measurement system for video camera and offers a quality as the Carl Zeiss lens. * MTF is a genuine accessory for your camcorder was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation. The lens for Sony video products. Quick Reference - - Identifying... the parts and controls Camcorder 1 6 2 7 3 8 4 9 5 q; 1 Remote sensor 2 Focus ring (p. 53) 3 Lens 4 Microphone 5 Infrared rays emitter (p. 27, 36, 71) 6 Display window (p. 13) 7 Viewfinder...