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Record the serial number in the space provided below. Model No. DCR-TRV Model No. Serial No. 3-065-262-13 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product. DCR-TRV530 TM SERIES DCR-TRV230/TRV330/TRV530 ©2001 Sony Corporation AC- Serial No. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom.
Record the serial number in the space provided below. Model No. DCR-TRV Model No. Serial No. 3-065-262-13 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product. DCR-TRV530 TM SERIES DCR-TRV230/TRV330/TRV530 ©2001 Sony Corporation AC- Serial No. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom.
Operating Instructions
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...including interference that may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - For customers in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is encouraged...on , the user is connected. - This equipment generates, uses, and can be used in accordance with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this equipment must ...
...including interference that may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - For customers in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is encouraged...on , the user is connected. - This equipment generates, uses, and can be used in accordance with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this equipment must ...
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...8226; Recording still images on "Memory Stick" (p. 93) (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... effect (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)...
...8226; Recording still images on "Memory Stick" (p. 93) (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... effect (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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... Review 26 Playback - 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 138 Maintenance information and precautions 139 Specifications 144 Quick Reference Identifying the parts and controls 146 Index 154 5 Signal convert function ..... 74 Recording video or TV programs 75...
... Review 26 Playback - 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 138 Maintenance information and precautions 139 Specifications 144 Quick Reference Identifying the parts and controls 146 Index 154 5 Signal convert function ..... 74 Recording video or TV programs 75...
Operating Instructions
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...manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of your digital camcorder, you do not mix pictures recorded in "Advanced Playback Operations" on the POWER switch is indicated in the Digital8 system. e.g. You, however, cannot use Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes. Unauthorized recording...Set the POWER switch to indicate that you can hear a beep sound to CAMERA. Type of the copyright laws. 8 See page 88 for illustration purposes. Note on the POWER switch) Self-timer (USB) jack LCD screen TRV230 - - - 6.2 cm (2.5 type) TRV330 z z z 6.2 cm ...
...manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of your digital camcorder, you do not mix pictures recorded in "Advanced Playback Operations" on the POWER switch is indicated in the Digital8 system. e.g. You, however, cannot use Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes. Unauthorized recording...Set the POWER switch to indicate that you can hear a beep sound to CAMERA. Type of the copyright laws. 8 See page 88 for illustration purposes. Note on the POWER switch) Self-timer (USB) jack LCD screen TRV230 - - - 6.2 cm (2.5 type) TRV330 z z z 6.2 cm ...
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.... 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. These points are operational for long periods may be repaired [a]. ...•Never leave your camcorder to malfunction. Sometimes this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on ...
.... 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. These points are operational for long periods may be repaired [a]. ...•Never leave your camcorder to malfunction. Sometimes this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on ...
Operating Instructions
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...bright places (ex. Exposure - Digital effect - To enable NightShot Light, set to ON in normal recording, the picture may cause your camcorder to ON in the daytime). PROGRAM AE While using the NightShot function, focus manually. Exposure - In MEMORY mode (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) You cannot ...distance using the NightShot function, you keep NIGHTSHOT set N.S.LIGHT to malfunction. •When you can not use the NightShot function in CAMERA mode. outdoors in the menu settings (p. 79). The motion of the background. and "NIGHTSHOT" indicators flash on the screen. While ...
...bright places (ex. Exposure - Digital effect - To enable NightShot Light, set to ON in normal recording, the picture may cause your camcorder to ON in the daytime). PROGRAM AE While using the NightShot function, focus manually. Exposure - In MEMORY mode (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) You cannot ...distance using the NightShot function, you keep NIGHTSHOT set N.S.LIGHT to malfunction. •When you can not use the NightShot function in CAMERA mode. outdoors in the menu settings (p. 79). The motion of the background. and "NIGHTSHOT" indicators flash on the screen. While ...
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...8226;Various settings of the recording data are not recorded when recording images on "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only). 28 Use the Remote Commander for tapes recorded in the playback mode. The display changes as follows: date/time t various settings (SteadyShot, exposure AUTO/MANUAL, white balance, gain,...various settings Set DATA CODE to DATE in the menu settings (p. 79). DISPLAY Using the data code function Your camcorder automatically records not only images on your camcorder or the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. To make the indicators disappear, press DISPLAY ...
...8226;Various settings of the recording data are not recorded when recording images on "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only). 28 Use the Remote Commander for tapes recorded in the playback mode. The display changes as follows: date/time t various settings (SteadyShot, exposure AUTO/MANUAL, white balance, gain,...various settings Set DATA CODE to DATE in the menu settings (p. 79). DISPLAY Using the data code function Your camcorder automatically records not only images on your camcorder or the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. To make the indicators disappear, press DISPLAY ...
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... AE When you turn the power off The digital effect is automatically canceled. When recording in the slow shutter mode: - Digital Effect Notes •The following functions do not work in the old movie mode: - Picture effect - Shutter speed Shutter speed number SLOW SHTR 1 SLOW SHTR 2 ... functions do not work in the slow shutter mode Auto focus may not be effective. PROGRAM AE •The following function does not work during digital effect: - Focus manually using a tripod. Fader -
... AE When you turn the power off The digital effect is automatically canceled. When recording in the slow shutter mode: - Digital Effect Notes •The following functions do not work in the old movie mode: - Picture effect - Shutter speed Shutter speed number SLOW SHTR 1 SLOW SHTR 2 ... functions do not work in the slow shutter mode Auto focus may not be effective. PROGRAM AE •The following function does not work during digital effect: - Focus manually using a tripod. Fader -
Operating Instructions
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...only) mode. Your camcorder automatically returns to the automatic exposure mode Press EXPOSURE. Note When you adjust the exposure manually, the backlight function does not work in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) mode. The exposure indicator appears on the screen. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to...if you change the PROGRAM AE mode - Bright subject and dark background - if you slide NIGHTSHOT to ON 46 Adjusting the exposure manually You can manually adjust and set the exposure. To record dark pictures (e.g. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases: -
...only) mode. Your camcorder automatically returns to the automatic exposure mode Press EXPOSURE. Note When you adjust the exposure manually, the backlight function does not work in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) mode. The exposure indicator appears on the screen. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to...if you change the PROGRAM AE mode - Bright subject and dark background - if you slide NIGHTSHOT to ON 46 Adjusting the exposure manually You can manually adjust and set the exposure. To record dark pictures (e.g. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases: -
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...when using a tripod. (1) Set FOCUS to AUTO. when the subject is not effective when shooting: - This makes focusing easier. Advanced Recording Operations Focusing manually You can gain better results by first focusing at the "T" (telephoto) position and then shooting at the end of the "W" (wide-... return to the autofocus mode Set FOCUS to MANUAL in the following indicators: when recording a distant subject. The 9 indicator appears on . 47 To focus precisely Adjust the zoom by manually adjusting the focus in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) mode. subjects through glass ...
...when using a tripod. (1) Set FOCUS to AUTO. when the subject is not effective when shooting: - This makes focusing easier. Advanced Recording Operations Focusing manually You can gain better results by first focusing at the "T" (telephoto) position and then shooting at the end of the "W" (wide-... return to the autofocus mode Set FOCUS to MANUAL in the following indicators: when recording a distant subject. The 9 indicator appears on . 47 To focus precisely Adjust the zoom by manually adjusting the focus in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) mode. subjects through glass ...
Operating Instructions
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... and your computer and the software which you convert analog video signals into digital video signals via your camcorder when the video includes copyright protection signals such as ID-2 system. 74 The operation procedures depend on your computer - Depending on .... (2) Set A/V t DV OUT in to the instruction manual of the analog video signals, the computer may contain noise or incorrect colors. •You cannot record or capture the video output via your computer and software. AUDIO/VIDEO OUT S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO : Signal flow DV IN/OUT i.LINK (optional) ...
... and your computer and the software which you convert analog video signals into digital video signals via your camcorder when the video includes copyright protection signals such as ID-2 system. 74 The operation procedures depend on your computer - Depending on .... (2) Set A/V t DV OUT in to the instruction manual of the analog video signals, the computer may contain noise or incorrect colors. •You cannot record or capture the video output via your computer and software. AUDIO/VIDEO OUT S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO : Signal flow DV IN/OUT i.LINK (optional) ...
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P EFFECT - Menu items differ according to images (p. 40) To add special effects using the various digital functions (p. 41) To automatically activate the electronic shutter when shooting in bright conditions To not automatically activate the electronic shutter even shooting in ... the menu settings To make the menu display disappear Press MENU. 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 the POWER switch.
P EFFECT - Menu items differ according to images (p. 40) To add special effects using the various digital functions (p. 41) To automatically activate the electronic shutter when shooting in bright conditions To not automatically activate the electronic shutter even shooting in ... the menu settings To make the menu display disappear Press MENU. 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 the POWER switch.
Operating Instructions
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... this manual. Note that has been used on other equipment, format the "Memory Stick" on your camcorder still images recorded on ..."Memory Stick"s by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). Using "Memory Stick"-introduction "Memory Stick"s formatted by a computer "Memory Stick"s formatted by Windows OS or Macintosh computers do not have a guaranteed compatibility with the Design Rules for Camera..."Memory Stick" operations 89 "Memory Stick" and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft® and Windows® are not ...
... this manual. Note that has been used on other equipment, format the "Memory Stick" on your camcorder still images recorded on ..."Memory Stick"s by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). Using "Memory Stick"-introduction "Memory Stick"s formatted by a computer "Memory Stick"s formatted by Windows OS or Macintosh computers do not have a guaranteed compatibility with the Design Rules for Camera..."Memory Stick" operations 89 "Memory Stick" and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft® and Windows® are not ...
Operating Instructions
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...c Adjust the viewfinder lens. (p. 22) • STEADYSHOT is not a malfunction. (Continued on the viewfinder screen is set to MANUAL. This is set to CAMERA. Troubleshooting - c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour to troubleshoot the problem. The image on the... (p. 20) • The tape is not a malfunction. A vertical band appears when you shoot a very bright subject. You cannot record in the viewfinder. c Set FOCUS to MANUAL to CAMERA. (p. 19) • The tape has run into any problem using your Sony dealer or local authorized...
...c Adjust the viewfinder lens. (p. 22) • STEADYSHOT is not a malfunction. (Continued on the viewfinder screen is set to MANUAL. This is set to CAMERA. Troubleshooting - c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour to troubleshoot the problem. The image on the... (p. 20) • The tape is not a malfunction. A vertical band appears when you shoot a very bright subject. You cannot record in the viewfinder. c Set FOCUS to MANUAL to CAMERA. (p. 19) • The tape has run into any problem using your Sony dealer or local authorized...
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...Electronic Engineers. Three maximum baud rates are sometimes not possible on some connected equipment. Mbps stands for IEEE 1394 data transport bus proposed by SONY, and is listed under "Specifications" in one second. 136 Note Normally, only one second. IEEE 1394 is "S100". The maximum baud...connected to equipment having the i.LINK jack, and for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in one piece of the equipment to the equipment. When two or more i.LINK jacks (DV jacks), refer to the instruction manual of equipment can be connected to be connected, and that ...
...Electronic Engineers. Three maximum baud rates are sometimes not possible on some connected equipment. Mbps stands for IEEE 1394 data transport bus proposed by SONY, and is listed under "Specifications" in one second. 136 Note Normally, only one second. IEEE 1394 is "S100". The maximum baud...connected to equipment having the i.LINK jack, and for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in one piece of the equipment to the equipment. When two or more i.LINK jacks (DV jacks), refer to the instruction manual of equipment can be connected to be connected, and that ...
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...unit is connected to other i.LINK (DV) compatible equipment made by this unit, also refer to the instruction manuals for the equipment to be connected to other video equipment having DV jacks, see page 61 . This unit can also be connected. For details on the personal... computer. VAIO series personal computer) other than video equipment . Required i.LINK Cable Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to a personal computer, make sure that application software supported by SONY (e.g. Before connecting this unit to -4-pin cable (during DV dubbing). i.LINK and...
...unit is connected to other i.LINK (DV) compatible equipment made by this unit, also refer to the instruction manuals for the equipment to be connected to other video equipment having DV jacks, see page 61 . This unit can also be connected. For details on the personal... computer. VAIO series personal computer) other than video equipment . Required i.LINK Cable Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to a personal computer, make sure that application software supported by SONY (e.g. Before connecting this unit to -4-pin cable (during DV dubbing). i.LINK and...
Operating Instructions
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...time indicator (p. 12, 22, 28) 4 Zoom indicator (p. 21)/Exposure indicator (p. 46) 5 Fader indicator (p. 37)/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. ...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 ...
...time indicator (p. 12, 22, 28) 4 Zoom indicator (p. 21)/Exposure indicator (p. 46) 5 Fader indicator (p. 37)/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. ...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 ...