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...Digital Handycam, you can enjoy for the FCC related matters only. DISPOSE OF PROPERLY. For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only) For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you may be prohibited. With your purchase of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV230, DCRTRV330, DCR-TRV530 Responsible Party: Sony...product's enclosure that may be producing home video that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any questions about this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder. Note: In some areas the disposal...
...Digital Handycam, you can enjoy for the FCC related matters only. DISPOSE OF PROPERLY. For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only) For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you may be prohibited. With your purchase of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV230, DCRTRV330, DCR-TRV530 Responsible Party: Sony...product's enclosure that may be producing home video that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any questions about this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder. Note: In some areas the disposal...
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........ 74 Recording video or TV programs 75 Inserting a scene from a tape - Memory Photo recording 93 Superimposing ...print mark - Digital program editing 63 Using with digital effects ...... 54 Enlarging recorded images - PRINT...Recording - NightShot/Super NightShot ...... 23 Self-timer recording (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) ....... 25 Checking the recording - Basics Recording a picture 19 Shooting backlit subjects - BACK LIGHT 23 Shooting in the dark - Insert Editing 77 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 79 "Memory Stick" operations (DCR-TRV330/TRV530...
........ 74 Recording video or TV programs 75 Inserting a scene from a tape - Memory Photo recording 93 Superimposing ...print mark - Digital program editing 63 Using with digital effects ...... 54 Enlarging recorded images - PRINT...Recording - NightShot/Super NightShot ...... 23 Self-timer recording (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) ....... 25 Checking the recording - Basics Recording a picture 19 Shooting backlit subjects - BACK LIGHT 23 Shooting in the dark - Insert Editing 77 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 79 "Memory Stick" operations (DCR-TRV330/TRV530...
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... the window facing out. Connecting the power cord (p. 16) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. Quick Start Guide 6 AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette (p. 18) 1 Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of your camcorder outdoors (p. 11). Open the DC IN jack cover. After the cassette compartment goes down completely, close...
... the window facing out. Connecting the power cord (p. 16) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. Quick Start Guide 6 AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette (p. 18) 1 Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of your camcorder outdoors (p. 11). Open the DC IN jack cover. After the cassette compartment goes down completely, close...
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If you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set to record the date and time for a picture, set the clock setting before recording (p. 17). REW 3 Press N to rewind the tape. To stop recording, press START/STOP button again. V POWER CAM M Note Do not pick up your ...M Quick Start Guide 3 Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. Your camcorder starts recording. Viewfinder When the LCD panel is black and white. PLAY OFCFR(CHG) 1 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. Recording a picture (p. 19) 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Set the ...
If you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set to record the date and time for a picture, set the clock setting before recording (p. 17). REW 3 Press N to rewind the tape. To stop recording, press START/STOP button again. V POWER CAM M Note Do not pick up your ...M Quick Start Guide 3 Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. Your camcorder starts recording. Viewfinder When the LCD panel is black and white. PLAY OFCFR(CHG) 1 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. Recording a picture (p. 19) 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Set the ...
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...recorded in capital letters. The DCR-TRV530 is indicated in the Hi8 /standard 8 system. To view your recordings on TV color systems TV color systems differ from country to CAMERA. Otherwise, the model name is the model used for details. Also, your camcorder... page 88 for illustration purposes. Your camcorder records and plays back pictures in the table below. Copyright precautions Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Before using your camcorder With your digital camcorder, you read through this manual are ...
...recorded in capital letters. The DCR-TRV530 is indicated in the Hi8 /standard 8 system. To view your recordings on TV color systems TV color systems differ from country to CAMERA. Otherwise, the model name is the model used for details. Also, your camcorder... page 88 for illustration purposes. Your camcorder records and plays back pictures in the table below. Copyright precautions Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Before using your camcorder With your digital camcorder, you read through this manual are ...
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...direct sunlight for effective use. Keep your camcorder to malfunction. Take pictures of the pixels 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. Getting started...in low light conditions such as in a car parked in any way. •Do not let your camcorder to malfunction. Letting your camcorder get wet. Sometimes this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on the LCD screen and the finder. However, there may cause ...
...direct sunlight for effective use. Keep your camcorder to malfunction. Take pictures of the pixels 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. Getting started...in low light conditions such as in a car parked in any way. •Do not let your camcorder to malfunction. Letting your camcorder get wet. Sometimes this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on the LCD screen and the finder. However, there may cause ...
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... (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 be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc. 10
... (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 be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc. 10
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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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... in the illustration of "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder. Your camcorder operates only with the plug's v mark facing up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power ...). When the remaining battery indicator changes to use the battery longer than usual. 4 V POWER 1 2 The number in minutes on your camcorder. Charging begins. Fully charging the battery allows you to u, normal charge is completed. After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC power adaptor...
... in the illustration of "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder. Your camcorder operates only with the plug's v mark facing up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power ...). When the remaining battery indicator changes to use the battery longer than usual. 4 V POWER 1 2 The number in minutes on your camcorder. Charging begins. Fully charging the battery allows you to u, normal charge is completed. After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC power adaptor...
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...the battery pack dry. •When the battery pack is wrong with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery. Your camcorder operates only with the battery pack. "InfoLITHIUM" is not installed correctly. - Something is not to operate... display window is "InfoLITHIUM"? When the battery pack is charged fully The LCD backlight of Sony Corporation. When you use it until it fully discharges again. TM SERIES 13 What is ...turned off. Keep the battery pack in the display window roughly indicates the recording time with the metal parts of the DC plug of the AC power adaptor. This ...
...the battery pack dry. •When the battery pack is wrong with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery. Your camcorder operates only with the battery pack. "InfoLITHIUM" is not installed correctly. - Something is not to operate... display window is "InfoLITHIUM"? When the battery pack is charged fully The LCD backlight of Sony Corporation. When you use it until it fully discharges again. TM SERIES 13 What is ...turned off. Keep the battery pack in the display window roughly indicates the recording time with the metal parts of the DC plug of the AC power adaptor. This ...
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...battery life may be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment. ** Approximate number of minutes when recording while you use a fully charged battery * Approximate continuous recording time at 25 °C (77 °F) Recording time DCR-TRV230/TRV330 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-...Typical** 100 55 165 95 345 200 520 300 605 350 Recording with the 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-...
...battery life may be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment. ** Approximate number of minutes when recording while you use a fully charged battery * Approximate continuous recording time at 25 °C (77 °F) Recording time DCR-TRV230/TRV330 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-...Typical** 100 55 165 95 345 200 520 300 605 350 Recording with the 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-...
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...-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 screen Playing time with LCD closed NP-FM30 (supplied) 70 100 NP-FM50 115 165 NP-FM70 245 345... 20 %. 15 The playing time of tapes recorded in the Hi8/standard 8 system is reduced by about 90 % of those of minutes when you use a fully charged battery Approximate continuous playing time at 25 °C (77 °F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in the Digital8 system.
...-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 screen Playing time with LCD closed NP-FM30 (supplied) 70 100 NP-FM50 115 165 NP-FM70 245 345... 20 %. 15 The playing time of tapes recorded in the Hi8/standard 8 system is reduced by about 90 % of those of minutes when you use a fully charged battery Approximate continuous playing time at 25 °C (77 °F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in the Digital8 system.
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Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). 16 Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet... to the wall outlet, even if the set itself has been turned off. This means that you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that the battery pack cannot supply any power if the power cord is connected...IN jack has "source priority". Notes • The AC power adaptor can supply power even if the battery pack is attached to your camcorder with the plug's v mark facing up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to...
Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). 16 Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet... to the wall outlet, even if the set itself has been turned off. This means that you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that the battery pack cannot supply any power if the power cord is connected...IN jack has "source priority". Notes • The AC power adaptor can supply power even if the battery pack is attached to your camcorder with the plug's v mark facing up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to...
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... Set the date and time settings when you do not set the date and time is recorded on the tape and the "Memory Stick". (DCR-TRV330/ TRV530 only) Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle. •12:00 AM stands for midnight. •...(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CLOCK SET, then press the dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to CAMERA/MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) unless you do not use your camcorder will have been discharged (p. 141). "CLOCK SET" will be released (bars may be displayed each time that you set the...
... Set the date and time settings when you do not set the date and time is recorded on the tape and the "Memory Stick". (DCR-TRV330/ TRV530 only) Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle. •12:00 AM stands for midnight. •...(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CLOCK SET, then press the dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to CAMERA/MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) unless you do not use your camcorder will have been discharged (p. 141). "CLOCK SET" will be released (bars may be displayed each time that you set the...
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...indicated time on Hi8 tape. •If you use your camcorder is half of indicated time on other camcorders (including other DCR-TRV230/TRV330/TRV530). •The cassette compartment may cause malfunction. •Your camcorder records pictures in the direction of the arrow and open the ...the cassette compartment by pressing the mark on this camcorder. Step 3 Inserting a cassette We recommend using Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes. (1) Prepare the power supply (p. 11). (2) Slide OPEN/EJECT in the Digital8 system. • The recording time when you use standard 8 tape, be closed...
...indicated time on Hi8 tape. •If you use your camcorder is half of indicated time on other camcorders (including other DCR-TRV230/TRV330/TRV530). •The cassette compartment may cause malfunction. •Your camcorder records pictures in the direction of the arrow and open the ...the cassette compartment by pressing the mark on this camcorder. Step 3 Inserting a cassette We recommend using Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes. (1) Prepare the power supply (p. 11). (2) Slide OPEN/EJECT in the Digital8 system. • The recording time when you use standard 8 tape, be closed...
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.... The camera recording lamp located on your camcorder lights up in the viewfinder when you can record 1.5 times as long as in the menu settings (p. 79). The REC indicator appears on Recording mode Your camcorder records and plays back in the SP (standard play ) mode. Recording - Note on the screen. The recording lamp lights up . Recording - Basics - To stop recording, press...
.... The camera recording lamp located on your camcorder lights up in the viewfinder when you can record 1.5 times as long as in the menu settings (p. 79). The REC indicator appears on Recording mode Your camcorder records and plays back in the SP (standard play ) mode. Recording - Note on the screen. The recording lamp lights up . Recording - Basics - To stop recording, press...
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...MEMORY on the Remote Commander. The LOCK is opened Recording time becomes shorter a little compared with when recording with the LCD 20 panel closed. If this happens, we recommend that it to OFF (CHG). Recording a picture Note on LOCK (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) When you use the LCD screen outdoors in...your camcorder in the mirror mode The picture on the LCD screen and in the LP mode The playback picture may be distorted or the time code may be normal when recorded. Indicators in direct sunlight The LCD screen may not be set the POWER switch to CAMERA again...
...MEMORY on the Remote Commander. The LOCK is opened Recording time becomes shorter a little compared with when recording with the LCD 20 panel closed. If this happens, we recommend that it to OFF (CHG). Recording a picture Note on LOCK (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) When you use the LCD screen outdoors in...your camcorder in the mirror mode The picture on the LCD screen and in the LP mode The playback picture may be distorted or the time code may be normal when recorded. Indicators in direct sunlight The LCD screen may not be set the POWER switch to CAMERA again...
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... SUPER NIGHTSHOT NightShot Light emitter 23 Shooting in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to OFF. indicator appears on the screen. BACK LIGHT When you use the backlight function. While your camcorder is in the dark - The . For example, you can satisfactorily record the environment of nocturnal animals for observation when...
... SUPER NIGHTSHOT NightShot Light emitter 23 Shooting in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to OFF. indicator appears on the screen. BACK LIGHT When you use the backlight function. While your camcorder is in the dark - The . For example, you can satisfactorily record the environment of nocturnal animals for observation when...
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...Light, set to ON in normal recording, the picture may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •When you can... the brightness of the picture will be recorded in CAMERA mode. Fader - and "SUPER NIGHTSHOT"... indicators flash on the screen. (2) Press SUPER NIGHTSHOT. NightShot Light NightShot Light rays are infrared and so are invisible. Recording a picture Using SUPER NIGHTSHOT The Super NightShot mode makes subjects up to 16 times brighter than those recorded...DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) You cannot use the NightShot function in the daytime...
...Light, set to ON in normal recording, the picture may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •When you can... the brightness of the picture will be recorded in CAMERA mode. Fader - and "SUPER NIGHTSHOT"... indicators flash on the screen. (2) Press SUPER NIGHTSHOT. NightShot Light NightShot Light rays are infrared and so are invisible. Recording a picture Using SUPER NIGHTSHOT The Super NightShot mode makes subjects up to 16 times brighter than those recorded...DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) You cannot use the NightShot function in the daytime...
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... go backward Release EDITSEARCH to the standby mode. If a tape has a blank portion in the recorded portions 26 The end search function may not be played back for a few seconds, and then your camcorder will return to the standby mode. Press END SEARCH in the Digital8 system. •If you... start point. You cannot monitor the sound. If you press START/STOP, re-recording begins from the point you have stopped most recently. Notes ...
... go backward Release EDITSEARCH to the standby mode. If a tape has a blank portion in the recorded portions 26 The end search function may not be played back for a few seconds, and then your camcorder will return to the standby mode. Press END SEARCH in the Digital8 system. •If you... start point. You cannot monitor the sound. If you press START/STOP, re-recording begins from the point you have stopped most recently. Notes ...