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...cause undesired operation. 2 Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ07649 U.S.A. With your used rechargeable batteries to constitute a risk of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV18 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, ...following two conditions.: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)this Sony Handycam. This symbol is subject to the presence of the FCC Rules. Your Handycam is intended to alert the user to persons. This symbol is loaded with Part...
...cause undesired operation. 2 Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ07649 U.S.A. With your used rechargeable batteries to constitute a risk of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV18 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, ...following two conditions.: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)this Sony Handycam. This symbol is subject to the presence of the FCC Rules. Your Handycam is intended to alert the user to persons. This symbol is loaded with Part...
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...105 Recording still images on a "Memory Stick" (except DCR-TRV16 10 Getting Started Using this manual 12 Checking supplied accessories 15 Step 1 Preparing the power supply ... 16 Installing the battery pack 16 Charging the battery pack 17 Connecting to a wall outlet 22 Step 2 ... SEARCH ..... 70 Searching a recording by title - NightShot/Super NightShot/ Color Slow Shutter 34 Self-timer recording (except DCR-TRV16 36 Checking recordings - Digital effect ... 55 Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 58 Adjusting the exposure manually ...... 60 Focusing manually 61 Interval recording...
...105 Recording still images on a "Memory Stick" (except DCR-TRV16 10 Getting Started Using this manual 12 Checking supplied accessories 15 Step 1 Preparing the power supply ... 16 Installing the battery pack 16 Charging the battery pack 17 Connecting to a wall outlet 22 Step 2 ... SEARCH ..... 70 Searching a recording by title - NightShot/Super NightShot/ Color Slow Shutter 34 Self-timer recording (except DCR-TRV16 36 Checking recordings - Digital effect ... 55 Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 58 Adjusting the exposure manually ...... 60 Focusing manually 61 Interval recording...
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...function 174 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 175 Troubleshooting Types of contents Recording moving pictures - PHOTO SAVE 135 Viewing still images - Digital program editing (on...Macintosh users (except DCR-TRV16 173 Capturing images from a tape - Memory Photo playback .......... 137 Viewing moving pictures on a "Memory Stick" with your camcorder abroad .......... 201 ... your camcorder to correct trouble 185 Self-diagnosis display 191 Warning indicators and messages .... 192 Additional Information Usable cassettes 194 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack ...
...function 174 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 175 Troubleshooting Types of contents Recording moving pictures - PHOTO SAVE 135 Viewing still images - Digital program editing (on...Macintosh users (except DCR-TRV16 173 Capturing images from a tape - Memory Photo playback .......... 137 Viewing moving pictures on a "Memory Stick" with your camcorder abroad .......... 201 ... your camcorder to correct trouble 185 Self-diagnosis display 191 Warning indicators and messages .... 192 Additional Information Usable cassettes 194 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack ...
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... power cord (p. 22) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. Open the DC IN jack cover. After the cassette compartment goes down completely, close the lid until it clicks. 8 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...
... power cord (p. 22) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. Open the DC IN jack cover. After the cassette compartment goes down completely, close the lid until it clicks. 8 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...
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..., set to your eye against the eyecup. If you purchase your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the LCD panel, or the battery pack. 9 Adjust the viewfinder lens to off. PLAY NOTE Do not pick up your camcorder, the clock setting is closed, use the viewfinder with your eyesight ...m to start playback. Quick Start Guide Recording a picture (p. 26) 1 Remove the lens cap. 3 Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. Your camcorder starts recording. REW 3 Press N to rewind the tape. The picture appears on the LCD screen (p. 38) 1 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while...
..., set to your eye against the eyecup. If you purchase your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the LCD panel, or the battery pack. 9 Adjust the viewfinder lens to off. PLAY NOTE Do not pick up your camcorder, the clock setting is closed, use the viewfinder with your eyesight ...m to start playback. Quick Start Guide Recording a picture (p. 26) 1 Remove the lens cap. 3 Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. Your camcorder starts recording. REW 3 Press N to rewind the tape. The picture appears on the LCD screen (p. 38) 1 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while...
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Connecting the power cord (p. 22) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. B mark When ejecting the "Memory Stick", press the "Memory Stick" once lightly. "Memory Stick" slot 10 Recording on a "Memory Stick" of your camcorder outdoors (p. 16). Open the DC IN jack cover. Inserting a "Memory Stick" ...(p. 106) Insert a "Memory Stick" in parentheses "( )" for more information. Quick Start Guide - See the page in the "Memory Stick" slot as far as illustrated. Except DCR-TRV16 This...
Connecting the power cord (p. 22) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. B mark When ejecting the "Memory Stick", press the "Memory Stick" once lightly. "Memory Stick" slot 10 Recording on a "Memory Stick" of your camcorder outdoors (p. 16). Open the DC IN jack cover. Inserting a "Memory Stick" ...(p. 106) Insert a "Memory Stick" in parentheses "( )" for more information. Quick Start Guide - See the page in the "Memory Stick" slot as far as illustrated. Except DCR-TRV16 This...
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... holding the viewfinder, the LCD panel or the battery pack. 11 PHOTO PHOTO When you want to off. The last recorded image is closed, use the viewfinder with your camcorder, the clock setting is set to record the date and time for a picture, set the clock before recording (p. 23). PLAY Press MEMORY...
... holding the viewfinder, the LCD panel or the battery pack. 11 PHOTO PHOTO When you want to off. The last recorded image is closed, use the viewfinder with your camcorder, the clock setting is set to record the date and time for a picture, set the clock before recording (p. 23). PLAY Press MEMORY...
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... accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 216) 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 22) 3 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 216) 4 Battery pack (1) (p. 16, 17) 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...
... accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 216) 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 22) 3 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 216) 4 Battery pack (1) (p. 16, 17) 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...
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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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...Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after normal charge is completed. See page 197 for your camcorder. Fully charging the battery allows you to OFF (CHG). This may differ from that on your camcorder. After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC power adaptor... the AC power adaptor. 17 When the remaining battery indicator changes to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the metal parts of the DC plug of the AC power adaptor. Your camcorder operates only with your camcorder to , normal charge is completed until FULL appears...
...Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after normal charge is completed. See page 197 for your camcorder. Fully charging the battery allows you to OFF (CHG). This may differ from that on your camcorder. After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC power adaptor... the AC power adaptor. 17 When the remaining battery indicator changes to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the metal parts of the DC plug of the AC power adaptor. Your camcorder operates only with your camcorder to , normal charge is completed until FULL appears...
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... is extremely high or low because of the ambient temperature. *1) DCR-TRV16/TRV18 supplied *2) DCR-TRV25/TRV27 supplied 18 Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - Charging time Battery pack NP-FM30*1) NP-FM50*2) NP-FM70 NP-QM71 NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91 Full charge (Normal charge) 145 (... this unit, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet as soon as possible to charge an empty battery pack. Step 1 Preparing the power supply Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator in the display window. While using the viewfinder.
... is extremely high or low because of the ambient temperature. *1) DCR-TRV16/TRV18 supplied *2) DCR-TRV25/TRV27 supplied 18 Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - Charging time Battery pack NP-FM30*1) NP-FM50*2) NP-FM70 NP-QM71 NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91 Full charge (Normal charge) 145 (... this unit, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet as soon as possible to charge an empty battery pack. Step 1 Preparing the power supply Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator in the display window. While using the viewfinder.
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Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Recording time DCR-TRV16/TRV18 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-QM71 NP-FM90 ... with the LCD screen Continuous Typical* 90 45 150 75 310 165 365 190 475 255 550 290 DCR-TRV25 Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-FM70 NP-QM71 NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91 Recording with the viewfinder Continuous... 295 Recording with the LCD screen Continuous Typical* 115 60 245 135 285 160 370 210 430 240 DCR-TRV27 Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-FM70 NP-QM71 NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91 Recording with the viewfinder Continuous...
Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Recording time DCR-TRV16/TRV18 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-QM71 NP-FM90 ... with the LCD screen Continuous Typical* 90 45 150 75 310 165 365 190 475 255 550 290 DCR-TRV25 Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-FM70 NP-QM71 NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91 Recording with the viewfinder Continuous... 295 Recording with the LCD screen Continuous Typical* 115 60 245 135 285 160 370 210 430 240 DCR-TRV27 Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-FM70 NP-QM71 NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91 Recording with the viewfinder Continuous...
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Step 1 Preparing the power supply Playing time DCR-TRV16/TRV18 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-QM71 NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91 Playing time on LCD screen 100 160 335 390 505 585 Playing time with LCD closed 135 220 450 530 685 785 DCR-TRV25 Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP... NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91 Playing time on LCD screen 150 310 365 475 550 Playing time with LCD closed 200 415 485 630 725 DCR-TRV27 Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-FM70 NP-QM71 NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91 Playing time on LCD screen 135 275 325 425 490 Playing...
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Playing time DCR-TRV16/TRV18 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-QM71 NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91 Playing time on LCD screen 100 160 335 390 505 585 Playing time with LCD closed 135 220 450 530 685 785 DCR-TRV25 Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP... NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91 Playing time on LCD screen 150 310 365 475 550 Playing time with LCD closed 200 415 485 630 725 DCR-TRV27 Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-FM70 NP-QM71 NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91 Playing time on LCD screen 135 275 325 425 490 Playing...
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... battery packs have the mark. Recommended charging temperature We recommend charging the battery pack in a cold environment. Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Note Approximate recording time and continuous playing time at 25 °C (77 °F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in an ambient temperature of Sony Corporation...
... battery packs have the mark. Recommended charging temperature We recommend charging the battery pack in a cold environment. Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Note Approximate recording time and continuous playing time at 25 °C (77 °F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in an ambient temperature of Sony Corporation...
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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 the wall outlet, even if the set is not disconnected from the AC power source (wall outlet) as long as it ... a long time, we recommend that the battery pack cannot supply any power if the AC power adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is connected to your camcorder for further information. 22 Refer to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder. •The DC IN jack has...
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 the wall outlet, even if the set is not disconnected from the AC power source (wall outlet) as long as it ... a long time, we recommend that the battery pack cannot supply any power if the AC power adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is connected to your camcorder for further information. 22 Refer to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder. •The DC IN jack has...
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... the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial and pressing the dial by the time signal. If you do not use your camcorder will be cleared from memory (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery in that you set the date and time. Getting Started Step 2 Setting the date and time Set the... date and time when you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16) unless you use your camcorder for the first time. Set the...
... the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial and pressing the dial by the time signal. If you do not use your camcorder will be cleared from memory (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery in that you set the date and time. Getting Started Step 2 Setting the date and time Set the... date and time when you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16) unless you use your camcorder for the first time. Set the...
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Basics Recording a picture Note on the LOCK switch (except DCR-TRV16) When you record using the viewfinder. When you use a cassette with cassette memory, however, you can make the transition smooth even after ejecting the ... SP mode and in the standby mode for five minutes while the cassette is not inserted. After recording (1) Set the POWER switch to prevent battery and tape wear. However, your camcorder in the LP mode on one tape. - This is smooth as long as the default setting. If you turn off your...
Basics Recording a picture Note on the LOCK switch (except DCR-TRV16) When you record using the viewfinder. When you use a cassette with cassette memory, however, you can make the transition smooth even after ejecting the ... SP mode and in the standby mode for five minutes while the cassette is not inserted. After recording (1) Set the POWER switch to prevent battery and tape wear. However, your camcorder in the LP mode on one tape. - This is smooth as long as the default setting. If you turn off your...
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...settings (p. 178), then press the dial. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select LCD BRIGHT in in the menu settings when using the battery pack (p. 178). 29 Select VF B.L. Adjusting the viewfinder If you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with LCD BRIGHT, ...then press the dial. (3) Press MENU to CAMERA, VCR or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16). Set the POWER switch to your eyesight so that the image in the menu settings when using the battery pack (p. 178). Basics Recording a picture Adjusting the brightness of the backlight. in the viewfinder...
...settings (p. 178), then press the dial. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select LCD BRIGHT in in the menu settings when using the battery pack (p. 178). 29 Select VF B.L. Adjusting the viewfinder If you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with LCD BRIGHT, ...then press the dial. (3) Press MENU to CAMERA, VCR or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16). Set the POWER switch to your eyesight so that the image in the menu settings when using the battery pack (p. 178). Basics Recording a picture Adjusting the brightness of the backlight. in the viewfinder...
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... (hours : minutes : seconds : frames) in VCR. Remaining tape indicator The indicator may not be displayed accurately depending on tapes. Remaining battery time Cassette memory This appears when using a cassette with cassette memory. Recording data The recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) ... after the power is turned on the conditions in which you insert a cassette and record or play back for the correct remaining battery time in minutes to be displayed. However, they are not displayed while recording. The indicator may not be correct, depending on...
... (hours : minutes : seconds : frames) in VCR. Remaining tape indicator The indicator may not be displayed accurately depending on tapes. Remaining battery time Cassette memory This appears when using a cassette with cassette memory. Recording data The recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) ... after the power is turned on the conditions in which you insert a cassette and record or play back for the correct remaining battery time in minutes to be displayed. However, they are not displayed while recording. The indicator may not be correct, depending on...
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... the various settings will not be displayed. When you have recorded. To rewind the tape Press m in which you are your camcorder to reverse the playback direction. To resume normal playback, press N. To change the playback direction Press on the Remote Commander during ... while rewinding or M while advancing the tape. A blank portion of the tape is displayed on the Remote Commander during playback. Remaining battery time indicator during playback. The indicator may not be correct, depending on the Remote Commander. Playing back a tape Various settings Various settings ...
... the various settings will not be displayed. When you have recorded. To rewind the tape Press m in which you are your camcorder to reverse the playback direction. To resume normal playback, press N. To change the playback direction Press on the Remote Commander during ... while rewinding or M while advancing the tape. A blank portion of the tape is displayed on the Remote Commander during playback. Remaining battery time indicator during playback. The indicator may not be correct, depending on the Remote Commander. Playing back a tape Various settings Various settings ...