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...- Digital program editing 63 Using with digital effects ...... 54 Enlarging recorded images - BACK LIGHT 23 Shooting in the dark - NightShot/Super NightShot ...... 23 Self-timer recording (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) ....... 25 Checking the recording - Tape Photo recording 33...Recording video or TV programs 75 Inserting a scene from a tape - PRINT MARK ...... 123 Using the printer (optional 124 Troubleshooting Types of contents Getting started Main Features 4 Quick Start Guide 6 Getting started Using this manual 8 Checking supplied accessories 10 Step 1 Preparing the power supply...
...- Digital program editing 63 Using with digital effects ...... 54 Enlarging recorded images - BACK LIGHT 23 Shooting in the dark - NightShot/Super NightShot ...... 23 Self-timer recording (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) ....... 25 Checking the recording - Tape Photo recording 33...Recording video or TV programs 75 Inserting a scene from a tape - PRINT MARK ...... 123 Using the printer (optional 124 Troubleshooting Types of contents Getting started Main Features 4 Quick Start Guide 6 Getting started Using this manual 8 Checking supplied accessories 10 Step 1 Preparing the power supply...
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Connect the plug with the window facing out. Open the DC IN jack cover. Connecting the power cord (p. 16) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette (p. 18) 1 Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of your camcorder outdoors (p. 11). After the cassette compartment goes down completely, close the...
Connect the plug with the window facing out. Open the DC IN jack cover. Connecting the power cord (p. 16) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette (p. 18) 1 Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of your camcorder outdoors (p. 11). After the cassette compartment goes down completely, close the...
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... AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 12) 3 NP-FM30 battery pack (1) (p. 11, 12) 4 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 152) 5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 31) 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 146) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 19) 8 USB cable (1) (p. 111) DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only 9 "Memory Stick" (1) (p. 88) DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only 0 CD-ROM (SPVD-004 USB Driver) (1) (p. 111) DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only Contents of the recording cannot...
... AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 12) 3 NP-FM30 battery pack (1) (p. 11, 12) 4 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 152) 5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 31) 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 146) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 19) 8 USB cable (1) (p. 111) DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only 9 "Memory Stick" (1) (p. 88) DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only 0 CD-ROM (SPVD-004 USB Driver) (1) (p. 111) DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only Contents of the recording cannot...
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BATT (battery) release lever If you install the large capacity battery pack If you use your camcorder, extend its viewfinder. 11 Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack We recommend using the battery pack when you install the NP-FM70/FM90/FM91 battery pack on 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 (battery) release lever down.
BATT (battery) release lever If you install the large capacity battery pack If you use your camcorder, extend its viewfinder. 11 Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack We recommend using the battery pack when you install the NP-FM70/FM90/FM91 battery pack on 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 (battery) release lever down.
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...pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder. Fully charging the battery allows you to OFF (CHG). After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC power adaptor from that on your camcorder. 12 See page 135 for your... up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. (4) Set the POWER switch to use the battery longer than usual. 4 V POWER 1 2 The number in minutes on the display window. OFCFR(CHG) E ERMAORY CAM M Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use...
...pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder. Fully charging the battery allows you to OFF (CHG). After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC power adaptor from that on your camcorder. 12 See page 135 for your... up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. (4) Set the POWER switch to use the battery longer than usual. 4 V POWER 1 2 The number in minutes on the display window. OFCFR(CHG) E ERMAORY CAM M Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use...
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...the metal parts of the DC plug of the AC power adaptor. Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Notes •Prevent metallic objects from the wall outlet ...recording time with the viewfinder. The battery pack is "InfoLITHIUM"? Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator in the display window. If the power may cause a short-circuit, damaging the AC power... battery remaining indicator is charged fully The LCD backlight of Sony Corporation. This may go off the power. TM SERIES 13 Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining...
...the metal parts of the DC plug of the AC power adaptor. Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Notes •Prevent metallic objects from the wall outlet ...recording time with the viewfinder. The battery pack is "InfoLITHIUM"? Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator in the display window. If the power may cause a short-circuit, damaging the AC power... battery remaining indicator is charged fully The LCD backlight of Sony Corporation. This may go off the power. TM SERIES 13 Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining...
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... may be shorter if you use a fully charged battery * Approximate continuous recording time at 25°C (77°F). The battery life will be shorter. 14 Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging time Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Full charge (Normal charge...LCD screen Continuous* Typical** 75 40 125 70 265 150 400 230 465 265 DCR-TRV530 Battery pack Recording with the viewfinder Recording with the LCD screen Continuous* Typical** Continuous* Typical** NP-FM30 (supplied) 100 60 70 40 NP-FM50 165 105 115 65 NP-FM70 345 220 ...
... may be shorter if you use a fully charged battery * Approximate continuous recording time at 25°C (77°F). The battery life will be shorter. 14 Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging time Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Full charge (Normal charge...LCD screen Continuous* Typical** 75 40 125 70 265 150 400 230 465 265 DCR-TRV530 Battery pack Recording with the viewfinder Recording with the LCD screen Continuous* Typical** Continuous* Typical** NP-FM30 (supplied) 100 60 70 40 NP-FM50 165 105 115 65 NP-FM70 345 220 ...
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Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Playing time DCR-TRV230/TRV330 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Playing time on LCD screen 75 125 265 400 465 Playing time with LCD closed 100 165 345 520 605 DCR-TRV530 Battery pack Playing time on LCD ...about 90 % of those of a fully charged battery. The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in the Digital8 system. The recording and playing times of minutes when you use a fully charged battery Approximate continuous playing time at 25 °C (77 °F). Note The table...
Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Playing time DCR-TRV230/TRV330 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Playing time on LCD screen 75 125 265 400 465 Playing time with LCD closed 100 165 345 520 605 DCR-TRV530 Battery pack Playing time on LCD ...about 90 % of those of a fully charged battery. The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in the Digital8 system. The recording and playing times of minutes when you use a fully charged battery Approximate continuous playing time at 25 °C (77 °F). Note The table...
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...Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). 16 This means that you power it is connected to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is not plugged into a wall outlet. Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that the battery pack cannot supply any power... if the power cord is connected to ...
...Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). 16 This means that you power it is connected to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is not plugged into a wall outlet. Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that the battery pack cannot supply any power... if the power cord is connected to ...
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... other camcorders (including other DCR-TRV230/TRV330/TRV530). •The cassette compartment may cause malfunction. •Your camcorder records pictures in the Digital8 system. • The recording time when you press any part of indicated time on Hi8 tape. Step 3 Inserting a cassette We recommend using Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes. (1) Prepare the power supply (p. 11). (2) Slide OPEN/EJECT...
... other camcorders (including other DCR-TRV230/TRV330/TRV530). •The cassette compartment may cause malfunction. •Your camcorder records pictures in the Digital8 system. • The recording time when you press any part of indicated time on Hi8 tape. Step 3 Inserting a cassette We recommend using Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes. (1) Prepare the power supply (p. 11). (2) Slide OPEN/EJECT...
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...- Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. When monitoring 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 button. (3) Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. (4) Press m to rewind...when the LCD panel is closed. 2 V 4 OFCFR(CHG) POWER REW E ERMAORY CAM M 5 PLAY 6 3 VOLUME 1 To stop playback Press x. The speaker on the LCD screen You can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with the LCD screen facing out. 27 Playback - You can...
...- Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. When monitoring 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 button. (3) Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. (4) Press m to rewind...when the LCD panel is closed. 2 V 4 OFCFR(CHG) POWER REW E ERMAORY CAM M 5 PLAY 6 3 VOLUME 1 To stop playback Press x. The speaker on the LCD screen You can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with the LCD screen facing out. 27 Playback - You can...
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... to the LINE IN input on the VCR by using the AC power adaptor (p. 16). Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks on both your camcorder from a wall outlet using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder to watch the playback picture on the TV screen.... we recommend that you power your camcorder and the TV or the VCR. Basics : Signal flow S VIDEO AUDIO / VIDEO Red White Yellow IN S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO If your TV is L (left) signal. Viewing the recording on TV Connect your camcorder to your TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Then,...
... to the LINE IN input on the VCR by using the AC power adaptor (p. 16). Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks on both your camcorder from a wall outlet using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder to watch the playback picture on the TV screen.... we recommend that you power your camcorder and the TV or the VCR. Basics : Signal flow S VIDEO AUDIO / VIDEO Red White Yellow IN S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO If your TV is L (left) signal. Viewing the recording on TV Connect your camcorder to your TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Then,...
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...LASER LINK button is a trademark of Sony Corporation. If you press SUPER LASER LINK on your camcorder. Viewing the recording on TV Using the AV cordless IR receiver Once you connect the AV cordless IR receiver (optional) to your TV or VCR, you can switch the video input of the TV automatically to.... (2) Turn the TV on and set AUTO TV ON to ON and TV INPUT to the same video input (1, 2, 3) in the menu settings. SUPER LASER LINK Super laser link emitter Before operation Attach the power supply such as follow in the menu settings. - The lamp of SUPER LASER LINK lights up. (5) Press N ...
...LASER LINK button is a trademark of Sony Corporation. If you press SUPER LASER LINK on your camcorder. Viewing the recording on TV Using the AV cordless IR receiver Once you connect the AV cordless IR receiver (optional) to your TV or VCR, you can switch the video input of the TV automatically to.... (2) Turn the TV on and set AUTO TV ON to ON and TV INPUT to the same video input (1, 2, 3) in the menu settings. SUPER LASER LINK Super laser link emitter Before operation Attach the power supply such as follow in the menu settings. - The lamp of SUPER LASER LINK lights up. (5) Press N ...
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... 8 mm, Hi8, VHS, S-VHS, VHSC, S-VHSC, Betamax, ED Betamax, mini DV, DV or Digital8 60 Refer to LINE. S VIDEO AUDIO / VIDEO IN S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO : Signal flow When you want to the VCR using your camcorder as a player. - Dubbing a tape Using the A/V connecting cable You ... (4) Play back the recorded tape on your camcorder. (5) Start recording on your VCR for more information. Editing - Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR for more information. (3) Set the POWER switch to your camcorder using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder and ...
... 8 mm, Hi8, VHS, S-VHS, VHSC, S-VHSC, Betamax, ED Betamax, mini DV, DV or Digital8 60 Refer to LINE. S VIDEO AUDIO / VIDEO IN S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO : Signal flow When you want to the VCR using your camcorder as a player. - Dubbing a tape Using the A/V connecting cable You ... (4) Play back the recorded tape on your camcorder. (5) Start recording on your VCR for more information. Editing - Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR for more information. (3) Set the POWER switch to your camcorder using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder and ...
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... formatting. •Formatting erases sample images on the "Memory Stick." •Formatting erases the protected image data on formatting (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) •Supplied or optional "Memory Stick"s have been formatted at factory. Formatting with print marks in a continuous loop (p. 118) To ...still images in the tape to select OK, then press the dial. 3. Select FORMAT with the recording date and time (p. 124) POWER switch MEMORY MEMORY MEMORY VCR MEMORY MEMORY * DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only Notes on the "Memory Stick." After EXECUTE appears, press the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial....
... formatting. •Formatting erases sample images on the "Memory Stick." •Formatting erases the protected image data on formatting (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) •Supplied or optional "Memory Stick"s have been formatted at factory. Formatting with print marks in a continuous loop (p. 118) To ...still images in the tape to select OK, then press the dial. 3. Select FORMAT with the recording date and time (p. 124) POWER switch MEMORY MEMORY MEMORY VCR MEMORY MEMORY * DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only Notes on the "Memory Stick." After EXECUTE appears, press the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial....
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...DISPLAY with DISPLAY set mode (p. 63) To turn on the backlight POWER switch CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY CAMERA MEMORY VCR VCR CAMERA VCR MEMORY Note If you start/stop recording or when an unusual condition occurs on your camcorder To output the ...camera recording lamp off the backlight on display window To turn off so that the subject is not aware of the recording To make program and perform video editing (p. 63) To adjust and set the synchronicity of the melody To cancel all sound including shutter sound To activate the Remote Commander supplied...
...DISPLAY with DISPLAY set mode (p. 63) To turn on the backlight POWER switch CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY CAMERA MEMORY VCR VCR CAMERA VCR MEMORY Note If you start/stop recording or when an unusual condition occurs on your camcorder To output the ...camera recording lamp off the backlight on display window To turn off so that the subject is not aware of the recording To make program and perform video editing (p. 63) To adjust and set the synchronicity of the melody To cancel all sound including shutter sound To activate the Remote Commander supplied...
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DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only You can record and play back, record or delete still images. Typical image data file name 100-0001: This file name appears on the "Memory Stick" supplied with the metal parts of the switch may be different. •We recommend backing up important data. •Image data ...;Do not bend, drop or apply strong shock to corrosive gases •When you remove the "Memory Stick", turn the power off, or detach the battery for "Memory Stick" supplied with other equipment such as in a car parked in JPEG format (extension .jpg). Using "Memory Stick"-introduction - If ...
DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only You can record and play back, record or delete still images. Typical image data file name 100-0001: This file name appears on the "Memory Stick" supplied with the metal parts of the switch may be different. •We recommend backing up important data. •Image data ...;Do not bend, drop or apply strong shock to corrosive gases •When you remove the "Memory Stick", turn the power off, or detach the battery for "Memory Stick" supplied with other equipment such as in a car parked in JPEG format (extension .jpg). Using "Memory Stick"-introduction - If ...
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... image quality may be output from the TV speakers. 107 To play back still images recorded on a TV screen •Connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to the left (unlock) position. (2) Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN....is unreadable. Notes on the screen if the file is corrupted or the file is displayed. (4) Press MEMORY +/- DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only You can also play back images but cannot record them on the "Memory Stick". • The file name flashes on the file name •The directory is...
... image quality may be output from the TV speakers. 107 To play back still images recorded on a TV screen •Connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to the left (unlock) position. (2) Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN....is unreadable. Notes on the screen if the file is corrupted or the file is displayed. (4) Press MEMORY +/- DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only You can also play back images but cannot record them on the "Memory Stick". • The file name flashes on the file name •The directory is...
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.... Complete the installation on CD-ROM. (5) Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder with your camcorder, connect the AC power adaptor and set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Be sure to allow the installation to complete without interrupting it. (USB) jack "Memory Stick" operations Push...the System Folder icon in the window opened in step 4 (drag and drop). •Sony Camcorder USB Driver •Sony Camcorder USB Shim (6) When "Put these items into the Extensions folder?" Viewing images using the supplied USB cable. (6) Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. Set the cursor on...
.... Complete the installation on CD-ROM. (5) Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder with your camcorder, connect the AC power adaptor and set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Be sure to allow the installation to complete without interrupting it. (USB) jack "Memory Stick" operations Push...the System Folder icon in the window opened in step 4 (drag and drop). •Sony Camcorder USB Driver •Sony Camcorder USB Shim (6) When "Put these items into the Extensions folder?" Viewing images using the supplied USB cable. (6) Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. Set the cursor on...
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...) rh MENU button (p. 79) Notes on the intelligent accessory shoe •The intelligent accessory shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light, microphone or printer (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only). •The intelligent accessory shoe is linked to the POWER switch, allowing you to turn the power supplied by the shoe on and off. Quick Reference 149
...) rh MENU button (p. 79) Notes on the intelligent accessory shoe •The intelligent accessory shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light, microphone or printer (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only). •The intelligent accessory shoe is linked to the POWER switch, allowing you to turn the power supplied by the shoe on and off. Quick Reference 149