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AC- Record the serial number in the space provided below. Model No. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. DCR-TRV530 TM SERIES DCR-TRV230/TRV330/TRV530 ©2001 Sony Corporation 3-065-262-13 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product. Serial No. Serial No. DCR-TRV Model No.
AC- Record the serial number in the space provided below. Model No. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. DCR-TRV530 TM SERIES DCR-TRV230/TRV330/TRV530 ©2001 Sony Corporation 3-065-262-13 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product. Serial No. Serial No. DCR-TRV Model No.
Operating Instructions
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... TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - The shielded interface cable supplied with this manual could void your authority to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. However, there is no guarantee that any interference received, including ...from that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this equipment. If this equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the limits for help. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. -...
... TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - The shielded interface cable supplied with this manual could void your authority to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. However, there is no guarantee that any interference received, including ...from that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this equipment. If this equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the limits for help. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. -...
Operating Instructions
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...DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) • Viewing a still image recorded on "Memory Stick" (p. 107) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) b Capturing images on your computer • Using with analog video unit and your computer (p. 74) • Viewing images recorded on "Memory Stick" using USB cable (p. 110) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530... (p. 40) • Digital effect (p. 41) • Title (p. 48, 50) • MEMORY MIX (p. 98) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) Functions to give a natural appearance to your recordings • END SEARCH/EDITSEARCH/Rec review (p. 26) • Manual focus (p. 47) • Digital zoom [MENU] (p. 79...
...DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) • Viewing a still image recorded on "Memory Stick" (p. 107) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) b Capturing images on your computer • Using with analog video unit and your computer (p. 74) • Viewing images recorded on "Memory Stick" using USB cable (p. 110) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530... (p. 40) • Digital effect (p. 41) • Title (p. 48, 50) • MEMORY MIX (p. 98) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) Functions to give a natural appearance to your recordings • END SEARCH/EDITSEARCH/Rec review (p. 26) • Manual focus (p. 47) • Digital zoom [MENU] (p. 79...
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... Inserting a cassette 18 Recording - END SEARCH/ EDITSEARCH/Rec Review 26 Playback - Basics Playing back a tape 27 Viewing the recording on TV 31 Advanced Recording Operations Recording a still image on "Memory Stick" - Signal convert function ..... 74 Recording video or TV programs 75 Inserting... photo - NightShot/Super NightShot ...... 23 Self-timer recording (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) ....... 25 Checking the recording - Digital effect 41 Using the PROGRAM AE function 44 Adjusting the exposure manually 46 Focusing manually 47 Superimposing a title 48 Making your camcorder abroad...
... Inserting a cassette 18 Recording - END SEARCH/ EDITSEARCH/Rec Review 26 Playback - Basics Playing back a tape 27 Viewing the recording on TV 31 Advanced Recording Operations Recording a still image on "Memory Stick" - Signal convert function ..... 74 Recording video or TV programs 75 Inserting... photo - NightShot/Super NightShot ...... 23 Self-timer recording (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) ....... 25 Checking the recording - Digital effect 41 Using the PROGRAM AE function 44 Adjusting the exposure manually 46 Focusing manually 47 Superimposing a title 48 Making your camcorder abroad...
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... using your camcorder With your digital camcorder, you read through this manual, buttons and settings on page 53 to 59 for playback in capital letters. You, however, cannot use Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes. Copyright precautions Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may... that the operation is the model used for details. Any differences in operation are for example, "DCR-TRV530 only." Unauthorized recording of difference DCRMEMORY mark* (on a TV, you start reading this manual are clearly indicated in the Hi8 /standard 8 with memory functions. The...
... using your camcorder With your digital camcorder, you read through this manual, buttons and settings on page 53 to 59 for playback in capital letters. You, however, cannot use Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes. Copyright precautions Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may... that the operation is the model used for details. Any differences in operation are for example, "DCR-TRV530 only." Unauthorized recording of difference DCRMEMORY mark* (on a TV, you start reading this manual are clearly indicated in the Hi8 /standard 8 with memory functions. The...
Operating Instructions
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...or the lens to malfunction. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. •Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. Doing so might cause your camcorder away from rain and sea water. ...Sometimes this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on the LCD screen and the finder. Keep...
...or the lens to malfunction. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. •Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. Doing so might cause your camcorder away from rain and sea water. ...Sometimes this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on the LCD screen and the finder. Keep...
Operating Instructions
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... feet). 24 While using the NightShot function, focus manually. PROGRAM AE Shutter speed in normal recording, the picture may cause your camcorder to malfunction....NightShot mode, press SUPER NIGHTSHOT again. outdoors in bright places (ex. Digital effect - and "SUPER NIGHTSHOT" indicators flash on the screen. (2) ...DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) You cannot use the following functions: - Fader - The maximum shooting distance using the Super NightShot function, you can not use the Super NightShot function. To enable NightShot Light, set to ON in CAMERA mode. Exposure - Recording...
... feet). 24 While using the NightShot function, focus manually. PROGRAM AE Shutter speed in normal recording, the picture may cause your camcorder to malfunction....NightShot mode, press SUPER NIGHTSHOT again. outdoors in bright places (ex. Digital effect - and "SUPER NIGHTSHOT" indicators flash on the screen. (2) ...DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) You cannot use the following functions: - Fader - The maximum shooting distance using the Super NightShot function, you can not use the Super NightShot function. To enable NightShot Light, set to ON in CAMERA mode. Exposure - Recording...
Operating Instructions
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...Set DATA CODE to DATE in the menu settings (p. 79). The display changes as follows: date/time t various settings (SteadyShot, exposure AUTO/MANUAL, white balance, gain, shutter speed, aperture value) t no indicator Notes on the data code function •The data code function works ..., press DISPLAY again. Press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander in the Digital8 system. •Various settings of the recording data are not recorded when recording images on the screen. The indicators appear on "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only). 28 Use the Remote Commander for tapes...
...Set DATA CODE to DATE in the menu settings (p. 79). The display changes as follows: date/time t various settings (SteadyShot, exposure AUTO/MANUAL, white balance, gain, shutter speed, aperture value) t no indicator Notes on the data code function •The data code function works ..., press DISPLAY again. Press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander in the Digital8 system. •Various settings of the recording data are not recorded when recording images on the screen. The indicators appear on "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only). 28 Use the Remote Commander for tapes...
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... SHTR 3 SLOW SHTR 4 Shutter speed 1/30 1/15 1/8 1/4 43 Tape photo recording - PROGRAM AE •The following function does not work during digital effect: - Low lux mode of PROGRAM AE - Digital Effect Notes •The following functions do not work in the old movie mode: ...- Picture effect - Focus manually using a tripod. PROGRAM AE When you turn the power off The digital effect is automatically canceled. Fader - Advanced Recording...
... SHTR 3 SLOW SHTR 4 Shutter speed 1/30 1/15 1/8 1/4 43 Tape photo recording - PROGRAM AE •The following function does not work during digital effect: - Low lux mode of PROGRAM AE - Digital Effect Notes •The following functions do not work in the old movie mode: ...- Picture effect - Focus manually using a tripod. PROGRAM AE When you turn the power off The digital effect is automatically canceled. Fader - Advanced Recording...
Operating Instructions
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... backlight function does not work in the following cases: - To record dark pictures (e.g. Adjust the exposure manually in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) mode. The exposure indicator appears on the screen. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the brightness. 1... slide NIGHTSHOT to the automatic exposure mode Press EXPOSURE. Bright subject and dark background - night scenes) faithfully (1) Press EXPOSURE in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) mode. if you change the PROGRAM AE mode - The subject is backlit - Your camcorder automatically returns to the automatic ...
... backlight function does not work in the following cases: - To record dark pictures (e.g. Adjust the exposure manually in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) mode. The exposure indicator appears on the screen. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the brightness. 1... slide NIGHTSHOT to the automatic exposure mode Press EXPOSURE. Bright subject and dark background - night scenes) faithfully (1) Press EXPOSURE in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) mode. if you change the PROGRAM AE mode - The subject is backlit - Your camcorder automatically returns to the automatic ...
Operating Instructions
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subjects with little contrast with water droplets. - To focus precisely Adjust the zoom by manually adjusting the focus in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) mode. This makes focusing easier. when the subject is not effective when shooting: - subjects ... subject in the background. •Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod. (1) Set FOCUS to MANUAL in the following indicators: when recording a distant subject. Advanced Recording Operations Focusing manually You can gain better results by first focusing at the "T" (telephoto) position and then shooting at the...
subjects with little contrast with water droplets. - To focus precisely Adjust the zoom by manually adjusting the focus in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) mode. This makes focusing easier. when the subject is not effective when shooting: - subjects ... subject in the background. •Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod. (1) Set FOCUS to MANUAL in the following indicators: when recording a distant subject. Advanced Recording Operations Focusing manually You can gain better results by first focusing at the "T" (telephoto) position and then shooting at the...
Operating Instructions
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... manual of the analog video signals, the computer may contain noise or incorrect colors. •You cannot record or capture the video output via your camcorder when the video includes copyright protection signals such as ID-2 system. 74 Signal convert function You can exchange video ...You need to install software which you convert analog video signals into digital video signals via your camcorder. Using with analog video unit and your computer, and stop the playback on the analog video unit. AUDIO/VIDEO OUT S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO : Signal flow DV IN/OUT i.LINK ...
... manual of the analog video signals, the computer may contain noise or incorrect colors. •You cannot record or capture the video output via your camcorder when the video includes copyright protection signals such as ID-2 system. 74 Signal convert function You can exchange video ...You need to install software which you convert analog video signals into digital video signals via your camcorder. Using with analog video unit and your computer, and stop the playback on the analog video unit. AUDIO/VIDEO OUT S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO : Signal flow DV IN/OUT i.LINK ...
Operating Instructions
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... activate the electronic shutter even shooting in bright conditions POWER switch CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA VCR CAMERA VCR CAMERA MEMORY 80 P EFFECT - Menu items are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) PRINT SET (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Selecting the mode setting of...
... activate the electronic shutter even shooting in bright conditions POWER switch CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA VCR CAMERA VCR CAMERA MEMORY 80 P EFFECT - Menu items are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) PRINT SET (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Selecting the mode setting of...
Operating Instructions
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...that does not conform with this universal standard. (These models are not sold in this camcorder. "Memory Stick" and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft® and Windows® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/...computers do not have a guaranteed compatibility with the Design Rules for Camera File Systems universal standard established by your camcorder conform with this manual. You cannot play back on your camcorder still images recorded on other equipment (DCRTRV890E/TRV900/TRV900E or DSC-D700/D770) that...
...that does not conform with this universal standard. (These models are not sold in this camcorder. "Memory Stick" and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft® and Windows® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/...computers do not have a guaranteed compatibility with the Design Rules for Camera File Systems universal standard established by your camcorder conform with this manual. You cannot play back on your camcorder still images recorded on other equipment (DCRTRV890E/TRV900/TRV900E or DSC-D700/D770) that...
Operating Instructions
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...persists, disconnect the power source and contact your camcorder has been in CAMERA mode, your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The image on the screen or the display window, ... into any problem using your camcorder, use the following page) 125 c Set FOCUS to MANUAL to CAMERA again. (p. 19) • The battery pack is not a malfunction. This is dead...47) • Shooting conditions are not suitable for at least 1 hour to expose the red mark. You cannot record in the viewfinder. c Set it to OFF in the menu settings. c Close the LCD panel. (p. 20)...
...persists, disconnect the power source and contact your camcorder has been in CAMERA mode, your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The image on the screen or the display window, ... into any problem using your camcorder, use the following page) 125 c Set FOCUS to MANUAL to CAMERA again. (p. 19) • The battery pack is not a malfunction. This is dead...47) • Shooting conditions are not suitable for at least 1 hour to expose the red mark. You cannot record in the viewfinder. c Set it to OFF in the menu settings. c Close the LCD panel. (p. 20)...
Operating Instructions
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... baud rate, the baud rate sometimes differs from the indicated baud rate. * What is listed under "Specifications" in the instruction manual of data can be connected. Mbps stands for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in a daisy chain, operations and data transactions are sometimes not possible on some connected equipment. For example... such as this unit is "S100". i.LINK-compatible equipment can be sent or received in one second. IEEE 1394 is an international standard standardized by SONY, and is "i.LINK"?
... baud rate, the baud rate sometimes differs from the indicated baud rate. * What is listed under "Specifications" in the instruction manual of data can be connected. Mbps stands for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in a daisy chain, operations and data transactions are sometimes not possible on some connected equipment. For example... such as this unit is "S100". i.LINK-compatible equipment can be sent or received in one second. IEEE 1394 is an international standard standardized by SONY, and is "i.LINK"?
Operating Instructions
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This unit can also be connected. i.LINK and are trademarks. 137 VAIO series personal computer) other than video equipment . Before connecting this unit is connected to other video equipment having DV jacks, see page 61 . For details on precautions when connecting this unit is already ...this unit, also refer to the instruction manuals for the equipment to be connected to other i.LINK (DV) compatible equipment made by this unit to a personal computer, make sure that application software supported by SONY (e.g. Required i.LINK Cable Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to-4-pin cable (during...
This unit can also be connected. i.LINK and are trademarks. 137 VAIO series personal computer) other than video equipment . Before connecting this unit is connected to other video equipment having DV jacks, see page 61 . For details on precautions when connecting this unit is already ...this unit, also refer to the instruction manuals for the equipment to be connected to other i.LINK (DV) compatible equipment made by this unit to a personal computer, make sure that application software supported by SONY (e.g. Required i.LINK Cable Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to-4-pin cable (during...
Operating Instructions
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...Digital effect indicator (p. 41, 54) 6 Wide mode indicator (p. 36)/ FRAME indicator (p. 93) (DCR-TRV330/ TRV530 only) 7 Picture effect indicator (p. 40, 53) 8 Volume indicator (p. 27)/Data code indicator (p. 28) 9 PROGRAM AE indicator (p. 44) 0 Backlight indicator (p. 23) qa SteadyShot off indicator (p. 81) qs Manual... focusing indicator (p. 47) qd Self-timer indicator (p. 25, 34, 97) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) qf STBY/REC indicator (p. 19)/Video control mode (p. 29) qg Tape counter indicator (p. 22)/Time code indicator (p. 22)/Self-diagnosis display indicator (p. 130)/Tape photo recording ...
...Digital effect indicator (p. 41, 54) 6 Wide mode indicator (p. 36)/ FRAME indicator (p. 93) (DCR-TRV330/ TRV530 only) 7 Picture effect indicator (p. 40, 53) 8 Volume indicator (p. 27)/Data code indicator (p. 28) 9 PROGRAM AE indicator (p. 44) 0 Backlight indicator (p. 23) qa SteadyShot off indicator (p. 81) qs Manual... focusing indicator (p. 47) qd Self-timer indicator (p. 25, 34, 97) (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) qf STBY/REC indicator (p. 19)/Video control mode (p. 29) qg Tape counter indicator (p. 22)/Time code indicator (p. 22)/Self-diagnosis display indicator (p. 130)/Tape photo recording ...
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...37 C, D Camera chroma key 98 Charging battery 12 Charging manganese-lithium battery 141 Clock set 17 Data code 28 Date search 57 DEMO 86 DIGITAL EFFECT 41, 54 Digital 8 system 133 Digital program editing ...41 M, N Main sound 82 Manual focus 47 Memory chroma key 98 Memory luminance key ......... 98 MEMORY MIX 98 Memory overlap 98 Memory PB ZOOM 116 Memory photo recording ...... 93 "Memory Stick 88 ...sound 82 SUPER LASER LINK 32 SUPER NIGHTSHOT 23 S VIDEO jack 31 T, U, V Tape counter 22 Tape PB ZOOM 55 Tape photo recording 33 Telephoto 21 Time code 22 Title 48 TRAIL ...
...37 C, D Camera chroma key 98 Charging battery 12 Charging manganese-lithium battery 141 Clock set 17 Data code 28 Date search 57 DEMO 86 DIGITAL EFFECT 41, 54 Digital 8 system 133 Digital program editing ...41 M, N Main sound 82 Manual focus 47 Memory chroma key 98 Memory luminance key ......... 98 MEMORY MIX 98 Memory overlap 98 Memory PB ZOOM 116 Memory photo recording ...... 93 "Memory Stick 88 ...sound 82 SUPER LASER LINK 32 SUPER NIGHTSHOT 23 S VIDEO jack 31 T, U, V Tape counter 22 Tape PB ZOOM 55 Tape photo recording 33 Telephoto 21 Time code 22 Title 48 TRAIL ...