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..."* (p. 140) Main Features •Viewing images recorded on a "Memory Stick" using the USB cable* (p. 169, 173) •Viewing images recorded on a tape using the USB cable (p. 165) •Capturing images on your computer from your camcorder using the USB cable (p. 166) •Converting an analog signal into digital to capture images onto your computer...
..."* (p. 140) Main Features •Viewing images recorded on a "Memory Stick" using the USB cable* (p. 169, 173) •Viewing images recorded on a tape using the USB cable (p. 165) •Capturing images on your computer from your camcorder using the USB cable (p. 166) •Converting an analog signal into digital to capture images onto your computer...
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... with your computer - For Windows users 157 Viewing images recorded on a tape with your computer - For Macintosh users (except DCR-TRV16 173 Capturing images from an analog video unit on your computer - SLIDE SHOW 147 Preventing accidental erasure - Introduction 154 Connecting your camcorder to your camcorder abroad .......... 201 Maintenance information and precautions 202 Specifications 207...
... with your computer - For Windows users 157 Viewing images recorded on a tape with your computer - For Macintosh users (except DCR-TRV16 173 Capturing images from an analog video unit on your computer - SLIDE SHOW 147 Preventing accidental erasure - Introduction 154 Connecting your camcorder to your camcorder abroad .......... 201 Maintenance information and precautions 202 Specifications 207...
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See the page in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. 2 Push the center of your camcorder outdoors (p. 16). Quick Start Guide AC power adaptor (supplied) Connect the plug with the window facing up . Inserting a cassette (p. 25) 1 Slide OPEN/ EJECT in ... the cassette compartment with its v mark facing up . 3 Close the cassette compartment by pressing on a tape of the cassette back to record on the cassette compartment. Recording on a tape This chapter introduces you to the basic features to insert the cassette. Connecting the power cord (p. 22) Use the battery ...
See the page in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. 2 Push the center of your camcorder outdoors (p. 16). Quick Start Guide AC power adaptor (supplied) Connect the plug with the window facing up . Inserting a cassette (p. 25) 1 Slide OPEN/ EJECT in ... the cassette compartment with its v mark facing up . 3 Close the cassette compartment by pressing on a tape of the cassette back to record on the cassette compartment. Recording on a tape This chapter introduces you to the basic features to insert the cassette. Connecting the power cord (p. 22) Use the battery ...
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... Guide Recording a picture (p. 26) 1 Remove the lens cap. 3 Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 2 Press m to start playback. Adjust the viewfinder lens to VCR while pressing the small green button. The picture appears on the LCD screen (p. 38) 1 Set the POWER switch to your camcorder by...
... Guide Recording a picture (p. 26) 1 Remove the lens cap. 3 Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 2 Press m to start playback. Adjust the viewfinder lens to VCR while pressing the small green button. The picture appears on the LCD screen (p. 38) 1 Set the POWER switch to your camcorder by...
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Except DCR-TRV16 This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on a "Memory Stick" - Connecting the power cord (p. 22) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. Inserting a "Memory Stick" (p. 106) Insert a "Memory Stick" in parentheses "( )" for more information. "Memory Stick" slot 10 Quick Start Guide - See the page... Stick", press the "Memory Stick" once lightly. Quick Start Guide AC power adaptor (supplied) Connect the plug with the B mark facing up . Recording on a "Memory Stick" of your camcorder outdoors (p. 16). Open the DC IN jack cover.
Except DCR-TRV16 This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on a "Memory Stick" - Connecting the power cord (p. 22) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. Inserting a "Memory Stick" (p. 106) Insert a "Memory Stick" in parentheses "( )" for more information. "Memory Stick" slot 10 Quick Start Guide - See the page... Stick", press the "Memory Stick" once lightly. Quick Start Guide AC power adaptor (supplied) Connect the plug with the B mark facing up . Recording on a "Memory Stick" of your camcorder outdoors (p. 16). Open the DC IN jack cover.
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... Monitoring the playback still images on the screen. 2 Set the POWER switch to off. The last recorded image is set to select the desired image. If you purchase your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the LCD panel or the battery pack. 11 PHOTO PHOTO When you want ...the LCD screen (p. 137) 1 Set the POWER switch to record the date and time for a picture, set the clock before recording (p. 23). NOTE Do not pick up your camcorder, the clock setting is displayed. POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 2 Press MEMORY PLAY. Recording a still image on a "Memory Stick" (p. 112) ...
... Monitoring the playback still images on the screen. 2 Set the POWER switch to off. The last recorded image is set to select the desired image. If you purchase your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the LCD panel or the battery pack. 11 PHOTO PHOTO When you want ...the LCD screen (p. 137) 1 Set the POWER switch to record the date and time for a picture, set the clock before recording (p. 23). NOTE Do not pick up your camcorder, the clock setting is displayed. POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 2 Press MEMORY PLAY. Recording a still image on a "Memory Stick" (p. 112) ...
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...the POWER switch is the model used for example, "DCR-TRV27 only". The DCR-TRV27 is provided with memory functions. Types of your camcorder. TRV16 MEMORY mark*1) (on your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of differences DCR- switch) Intelligent accessory shoe 8 pin LCD screen ...hear a beep to indicate that the operation is designed to CAMERA. See page 105 for the four models listed in capital letters. Using this manual The instructions in this manual and operating your camcorder are for details. *2) This intelligent accessory shoe is being ...
...the POWER switch is the model used for example, "DCR-TRV27 only". The DCR-TRV27 is provided with memory functions. Types of your camcorder. TRV16 MEMORY mark*1) (on your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of differences DCR- switch) Intelligent accessory shoe 8 pin LCD screen ...hear a beep to indicate that the operation is designed to CAMERA. See page 105 for the four models listed in capital letters. Using this manual The instructions in this manual and operating your camcorder are for details. *2) This intelligent accessory shoe is being ...
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...Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. To view your camcorder. PHOTO SEARCH (p. 73) Functions that you use only mini DV cassettes with cassette memory are : - Cassettes with your recordings on the country or region. Unauthorized recording of cassette types, ...see this manual Note on Cassette Memory Your camcorder is based on whether or not the tape has a cassette memory are marked...
...Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. To view your camcorder. PHOTO SEARCH (p. 73) Functions that you use only mini DV cassettes with cassette memory are : - Cassettes with your recordings on the country or region. Unauthorized recording of cassette types, ...see this manual Note on Cassette Memory Your camcorder is based on whether or not the tape has a cassette memory are marked...
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... the pixels are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. •Do not let your camcorder become wet may cause your camcorder to direct sunlight for effective use. Doing so might cause your camcorder to temperatures above 60 °C (140 °F), such as dusk [d]. [a] [b] [c] [d] 14 Sometimes this... % of the sun in low light conditions such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. •Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. Keep your camcorder exposed to malfunction.
... the pixels are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. •Do not let your camcorder become wet may cause your camcorder to direct sunlight for effective use. Doing so might cause your camcorder to temperatures above 60 °C (140 °F), such as dusk [d]. [a] [b] [c] [d] 14 Sometimes this... % of the sun in low light conditions such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. •Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. Keep your camcorder exposed to malfunction.
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...) NP-FM30: DCR-TRV16/TRV18 NP-FM50: DCR-TRV25/TRV27 5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 42) 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 213) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 26) 8 "Memory Stick" (1) (p. 105) (except DCR-TRV16) 9 USB cable (1) (p. 154) 0 CD-ROM (SPVD-008 USB Driver) (1) (p. 159) Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media...
...) NP-FM30: DCR-TRV16/TRV18 NP-FM50: DCR-TRV25/TRV27 5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 42) 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 213) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 26) 8 "Memory Stick" (1) (p. 105) (except DCR-TRV16) 9 USB cable (1) (p. 154) 0 CD-ROM (SPVD-008 USB Driver) (1) (p. 159) Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media...
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Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack (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/QM71/FM90/FM91/QM91 battery pack on your camcorder, extend its viewfinder. 16
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack (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/QM71/FM90/FM91/QM91 battery pack on your camcorder, extend its viewfinder. 16
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...the battery allows you to , normal charge is indicated in minutes on your camcorder. When the remaining battery indicator changes to use the battery longer than usual. 2 14 VCR POWER OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY The number in the illustration of the AC power adaptor. Note Prevent ...metallic objects from coming into contact with your camcorder to OFF (CHG). Your camcorder operates only with the plug's v mark facing up. (2) ...
...the battery allows you to , normal charge is indicated in minutes on your camcorder. When the remaining battery indicator changes to use the battery longer than usual. 2 14 VCR POWER OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY The number in the illustration of the AC power adaptor. Note Prevent ...metallic objects from coming into contact with your camcorder to OFF (CHG). Your camcorder operates only with the plug's v mark facing up. (2) ...
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...camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - When you use the AC power adaptor Place the AC power adaptor near a wall outlet. The charging time may increase if the battery's temperature is extremely high or low because of the ambient temperature. *1) DCR-TRV16/TRV18 supplied *2) DCR-TRV25/TRV27 ...Approximate minutes at 25°C (77°F) to cut off the power. min" appears in the display window indicates the approximate recording time when recording using the AC power adaptor, if any trouble occurs with this unit, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet as soon as ...
...camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - When you use the AC power adaptor Place the AC power adaptor near a wall outlet. The charging time may increase if the battery's temperature is extremely high or low because of the ambient temperature. *1) DCR-TRV16/TRV18 supplied *2) DCR-TRV25/TRV27 ...Approximate minutes at 25°C (77°F) to cut off the power. min" appears in the display window indicates the approximate recording time when recording using the AC power adaptor, if any trouble occurs with this unit, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet as soon as ...
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The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in an ambient temperature of Sony Corporation. 21 What is correct. If the power goes off although the remaining battery time indicator indicates that the battery pack has ... fully again so that can exchange data such as battery consumption with compatible electronic equipment. Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Note Approximate recording time and continuous playing time at 25 °C (77 °F). Recommended charging temperature We ...
The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in an ambient temperature of Sony Corporation. 21 What is correct. If the power goes off although the remaining battery time indicator indicates that the battery pack has ... fully again so that can exchange data such as battery consumption with compatible electronic equipment. Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Note Approximate recording time and continuous playing time at 25 °C (77 °F). Recommended charging temperature We ...
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Using a car battery Use a Sony Car Battery Adaptor (optional). Notes •The AC power adaptor can supply power even if the battery pack is attached to your camcorder with your camcorder to the DC IN jack on your camcorder. •The DC IN jack has "source priority." Refer to the ...outlet. 1 2, 3 PRECAUTION The set itself has been turned off. Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder for further information. 22 This means that you power it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the set is not plugged into a wall...
Using a car battery Use a Sony Car Battery Adaptor (optional). Notes •The AC power adaptor can supply power even if the battery pack is attached to your camcorder with your camcorder to the DC IN jack on your camcorder. •The DC IN jack has "source priority." Refer to the ...outlet. 1 2, 3 PRECAUTION The set itself has been turned off. Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder for further information. 22 This means that you power it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the set is not plugged into a wall...
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If you do not use your camcorder for about four months, the date and time settings may be displayed each time that order. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16), then press MENU to display the menu ..., then the month, the day, the hour and then the minute, in your camcorder for the first time. Getting Started Step 2 Setting the date and time Set the date and time when...RETURN [MENU] : END 23 The clock starts to move. (7) Press MENU to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16) unless you set the date and time. "CLOCK SET" will have been discharged (p. 203).
If you do not use your camcorder for about four months, the date and time settings may be displayed each time that order. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16), then press MENU to display the menu ..., then the month, the day, the hour and then the minute, in your camcorder for the first time. Getting Started Step 2 Setting the date and time Set the date and time when...RETURN [MENU] : END 23 The clock starts to move. (7) Press MENU to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16) unless you set the date and time. "CLOCK SET" will have been discharged (p. 203).
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Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on the data code of the tape and the "Memory Stick" (except DCR-TRV16). Step 2 Setting the date and time The year changes as follows: 1995 T t 2002 T t 2079 If you do not set the date and time and are recorded on a 12-hour cycle. •12:00 AM stands for midnight. •12:00 PM stands for noon. 24
Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on the data code of the tape and the "Memory Stick" (except DCR-TRV16). Step 2 Setting the date and time The year changes as follows: 1995 T t 2002 T t 2079 If you do not set the date and time and are recorded on a 12-hour cycle. •12:00 AM stands for midnight. •12:00 PM stands for noon. 24
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... again. 1 3 LOCK switch 4 POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY Camera recording lamp Microphone 5 2 50min REC 0:00:01 Notes •Fasten the grip strap firmly. •The recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) are recorded automatically onto tape. Your camcorder starts recording. The REC indicator appears. To display the recording data, press DATA CODE on its sides...
... again. 1 3 LOCK switch 4 POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY Camera recording lamp Microphone 5 2 50min REC 0:00:01 Notes •Fasten the grip strap firmly. •The recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) are recorded automatically onto tape. Your camcorder starts recording. The REC indicator appears. To display the recording data, press DATA CODE on its sides...
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...LOCK switch to prevent battery and tape wear. After recording (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. However, check the following: - To start recording, press the START/STOP button again without switching the POWER switch. However, your camcorder does not turn off your camcorder in the standby mode for five minutes while the ... off automatically while the cassette is not inserted. Do not mix recordings in the SP mode and in the LP mode on one tape or you record in the SP and LP modes on the LOCK switch (except DCR-TRV16) When you can no longer be written properly between scenes....
...LOCK switch to prevent battery and tape wear. After recording (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. However, check the following: - To start recording, press the START/STOP button again without switching the POWER switch. However, your camcorder does not turn off your camcorder in the standby mode for five minutes while the ... off automatically while the cassette is not inserted. Do not mix recordings in the SP mode and in the LP mode on one tape or you record in the SP and LP modes on the LOCK switch (except DCR-TRV16) When you can no longer be written properly between scenes....
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Recording a picture Adjusting the LCD screen The LCD panel can be difficult to 90 degrees. 28 The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the viewfinder ... up to the lens side. 180° 90° When closing the LCD panel, set it vertically until it clicks, and swing it into the camcorder body. When you use the LCD screen outdoors in the mirror mode (p. 31).
Recording a picture Adjusting the LCD screen The LCD panel can be difficult to 90 degrees. 28 The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the viewfinder ... up to the lens side. 180° 90° When closing the LCD panel, set it vertically until it clicks, and swing it into the camcorder body. When you use the LCD screen outdoors in the mirror mode (p. 31).