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... within the product's enclosure that may be producing home video that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder. If you have any interference received, including interference that you call : Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222SONY (7669) The number ...same time it is for years to the presence of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV230, DCRTRV330, DCR-TRV530 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics lnc. Congratulations on your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard...
... within the product's enclosure that may be producing home video that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder. If you have any interference received, including interference that you call : Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222SONY (7669) The number ...same time it is for years to the presence of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV230, DCRTRV330, DCR-TRV530 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics lnc. Congratulations on your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard...
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.../ EDITSEARCH/Rec Review 26 Playback - Insert Editing 77 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 79 "Memory Stick" operations (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) Using "Memory Stick"-introduction .......... 88 Recording still images on "Memory Stick"s - Digital program editing 63 Using with digital effects ...... 54 Enlarging recorded images - Basics Recording a picture 19 Shooting backlit subjects - NightShot/Super NightShot ...... 23...
.../ EDITSEARCH/Rec Review 26 Playback - Insert Editing 77 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 79 "Memory Stick" operations (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) Using "Memory Stick"-introduction .......... 88 Recording still images on "Memory Stick"s - Digital program editing 63 Using with digital effects ...... 54 Enlarging recorded images - Basics Recording a picture 19 Shooting backlit subjects - NightShot/Super NightShot ...... 23...
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See the page in a straight line deeply into the cassette compartment with its v mark facing up. Push the middle portion of the back of your camcorder outdoors (p. 11). Quick Start Guide 6 Open the DC IN jack cover. AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette (p. 18) 1 Slide OPEN/EJECT... it clicks. Connect the plug with the window facing out. Connecting the power cord (p. 16) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. Quick Start Guide This chapter introduces you to the basic features of the cassette to insert. 3 Close the cassette compartment by pressing the...
See the page in a straight line deeply into the cassette compartment with its v mark facing up. Push the middle portion of the back of your camcorder outdoors (p. 11). Quick Start Guide 6 Open the DC IN jack cover. AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette (p. 18) 1 Slide OPEN/EJECT... it clicks. Connect the plug with the window facing out. Connecting the power cord (p. 16) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. Quick Start Guide This chapter introduces you to the basic features of the cassette to insert. 3 Close the cassette compartment by pressing the...
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...appears on the LCD screen (p. 27) 2 Press m to rewind the tape. Viewfinder When the LCD panel is black and white. REW 3 Press N to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. V POWER OFCFR(CHG) E ERMAORY E ERMAORY CAM M Quick Start Guide 3 Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. ... placing your eye against its eyecup. Monitoring the playback picture on the LCD screen. 4 Press START/STOP. To stop recording, press START/STOP button again. If you purchase your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the LCD panel, or the battery pack. 7 V POWER CAM M Note Do not pick up...
...appears on the LCD screen (p. 27) 2 Press m to rewind the tape. Viewfinder When the LCD panel is black and white. REW 3 Press N to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. V POWER OFCFR(CHG) E ERMAORY E ERMAORY CAM M Quick Start Guide 3 Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. ... placing your eye against its eyecup. Monitoring the playback picture on the LCD screen. 4 Press START/STOP. To stop recording, press START/STOP button again. If you purchase your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the LCD panel, or the battery pack. 7 V POWER CAM M Note Do not pick up...
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... buttons and settings on the POWER switch) Self-timer (USB) jack LCD screen TRV230 - - - 6.2 cm (2.5 type) TRV330 z z z 6.2 cm (2.5 type) TRV530 z z z 8.8 cm (3.5 type) z Provided - Also, your camcorder are for playback in the Hi8 /standard 8 with memory functions. As you can... digital camcorder, you need an NTSC system-based TV. Otherwise, the model name is the model used for example, "DCR-TRV530 only." e.g. Note on a TV, you can hear a beep sound to CAMERA. Your camcorder records and plays back pictures in the illustrations. Unauthorized recording ...
... buttons and settings on the POWER switch) Self-timer (USB) jack LCD screen TRV230 - - - 6.2 cm (2.5 type) TRV330 z z z 6.2 cm (2.5 type) TRV530 z z z 8.8 cm (3.5 type) z Provided - Also, your camcorder are for playback in the Hi8 /standard 8 with memory functions. As you can... digital camcorder, you need an NTSC system-based TV. Otherwise, the model name is the model used for example, "DCR-TRV530 only." e.g. Note on a TV, you can hear a beep sound to CAMERA. Your camcorder records and plays back pictures in the illustrations. Unauthorized recording ...
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... 9 However, there may cause malfunctions [c]. •Do not directly shoot the sun. Sometimes this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on the LCD screen and the finder. Exposing the LCD screen, the finder or...the lens to malfunction. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in low light conditions such as in a car parked in color) that constantly appear on ... 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.
... 9 However, there may cause malfunctions [c]. •Do not directly shoot the sun. Sometimes this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on the LCD screen and the finder. Exposing the LCD screen, the finder or...the lens to malfunction. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in low light conditions such as in a car parked in color) that constantly appear on ... 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.
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Checking supplied 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. 152) 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 12) 3 NP-FM30 battery pack ... 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
Checking supplied 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. 152) 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 12) 3 NP-FM30 battery pack ... 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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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. BATT (battery) release lever If you install the large capacity battery pack If you use your camcorder, extend its viewfinder. 11
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...Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder. After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC power adaptor from that on your camcorder. 12 See page 135 for your camcorder to u, normal charge is completed. Charging begins. To fully charge the battery (...full charge), leave the battery pack attached after charging it for details of the display window may differ from the DC IN jack on your camcorder. OFCFR(CHG) E ERMAORY CAM M Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after normal charge is ...
...Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder. After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC power adaptor from that on your camcorder. 12 See page 135 for your camcorder to u, normal charge is completed. Charging begins. To fully charge the battery (...full charge), leave the battery pack attached after charging it for details of the display window may differ from the DC IN jack on your camcorder. OFCFR(CHG) E ERMAORY CAM M Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after normal charge is ...
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...off . The battery pack is a trademark of Sony Corporation. If any trouble occurs with the metal ...in a cool place. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - "InfoLITHIUM" is not installed correctly. - Keep the battery pack in the display window roughly indicates the recording time with the viewfinder. Something is... series). The "InfoLITHIUM" is "InfoLITHIUM"? When you use it until it fully discharges again. Your camcorder operates only with compatible electronic equipment. TM SERIES 13 While charging the battery pack, no indicator appears...
...off . The battery pack is a trademark of Sony Corporation. If any trouble occurs with the metal ...in a cool place. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - "InfoLITHIUM" is not installed correctly. - Keep the battery pack in the display window roughly indicates the recording time with the viewfinder. Something is... series). The "InfoLITHIUM" is "InfoLITHIUM"? When you use it until it fully discharges again. Your camcorder operates only with compatible electronic equipment. TM SERIES 13 While charging the battery pack, no indicator appears...
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... (300) Approximate number of minutes to charge an empty battery pack at 25 °C (77 °F) Recording time DCR-TRV230/TRV330 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Recording with the viewfinder Continuous* Typical** 100 55 165 95 345 200 520 300 605 350...-FM90 520 335 370 210 NP-FM91 605 390 430 245 Approximate number of minutes when recording while you use your camcorder in a cold environment. ** Approximate number of minutes when you repeat recording start/ stop, zooming and turning the power on/off. The battery life will be shorter...
... (300) Approximate number of minutes to charge an empty battery pack at 25 °C (77 °F) Recording time DCR-TRV230/TRV330 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Recording with the viewfinder Continuous* Typical** 100 55 165 95 345 200 520 300 605 350...-FM90 520 335 370 210 NP-FM91 605 390 430 245 Approximate number of minutes when recording while you use your camcorder in a cold environment. ** Approximate number of minutes when you repeat recording start/ stop, zooming and turning the power on/off. The battery life will be shorter...
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The playing time of tapes recorded in the Hi8/standard 8 system is reduced by about 90 % of those of a fully charged battery. 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 ... continuous playing time at 25 °C (77 °F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment. Note The table shows the playing time for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. The recording and playing times of a normally charged battery are about 20 %. 15
The playing time of tapes recorded in the Hi8/standard 8 system is reduced by about 90 % of those of a fully charged battery. 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 ... continuous playing time at 25 °C (77 °F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment. Note The table shows the playing time for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system. The recording and playing times of a normally charged battery are about 20 %. 15
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Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder. • The DC IN jack has "source priority". Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). 16 Notes • The AC power adaptor can supply power even if the battery pack is connected to the DC ... to a wall outlet. 1 2, 3 PRECAUTION The set is not disconnected from the AC power source (house current) as long as it is attached to your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that the battery pack cannot supply any power if the power cord is connected to the wall outlet, even if...
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder. • The DC IN jack has "source priority". Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). 16 Notes • The AC power adaptor can supply power even if the battery pack is connected to the DC ... to a wall outlet. 1 2, 3 PRECAUTION The set is not disconnected from the AC power source (house current) as long as it is attached to your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that the battery pack cannot supply any power if the power cord is connected to the wall outlet, even if...
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... RETURN [ MENU ] : END If you set the year, then the month, the day, the hour and then the minute. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only), and then press MENU to display the menu settings. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial... dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to CAMERA/MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) unless 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...
... RETURN [ MENU ] : END If you set the year, then the month, the day, the hour and then the minute. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only), and then press MENU to display the menu settings. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial... dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to CAMERA/MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) unless 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...
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... when you use your camcorder is half of the lid other DCR-TRV230/TRV330/TRV530). •The cassette compartment may cause malfunction. •Your camcorder records pictures in the Digital8 system. • The recording time when you use ...standard 8 tape, be closed when you press any part of indicated time on Hi8 tape. Step 3 Inserting a cassette We recommend using Hi8 /Digital8 video...
... when you use your camcorder is half of the lid other DCR-TRV230/TRV330/TRV530). •The cassette compartment may cause malfunction. •Your camcorder records pictures in the Digital8 system. • The recording time when you use ...standard 8 tape, be closed when you press any part of indicated time on Hi8 tape. Step 3 Inserting a cassette We recommend using Hi8 /Digital8 video...
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...) E ERMAORY CAM M 5 4 40min SP REC 0:00:01 2 Camera recording lamp Microphone Notes •Fasten the grip strap firmly. •Do not touch the built-in microphone during recording. The REC indicator appears on the front of your camcorder lights up in the viewfinder when you can record 1.5 times as long as in the LP mode...
...) E ERMAORY CAM M 5 4 40min SP REC 0:00:01 2 Camera recording lamp Microphone Notes •Fasten the grip strap firmly. •Do not touch the built-in microphone during recording. The REC indicator appears on the front of your camcorder lights up in the viewfinder when you can record 1.5 times as long as in the LP mode...
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...recording with the LCD 20 panel closed. When you change the battery pack, set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) once, then turn off your camcorder in direct sunlight The LCD screen may not be difficult to prevent battery and tape wear. To resume the standby mode, set the POWER switch to CAMERA...Adjusting the LCD screen The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the viewfinder side and about 180 degrees to MEMORY accidentally. Recording a picture Note on LOCK (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) When you slide LOCK to the right, the POWER switch can make the transition between scenes. Note When ...
...recording with the LCD 20 panel closed. When you change the battery pack, set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) once, then turn off your camcorder in direct sunlight The LCD screen may not be difficult to prevent battery and tape wear. To resume the standby mode, set the POWER switch to CAMERA...Adjusting the LCD screen The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the viewfinder side and about 180 degrees to MEMORY accidentally. Recording a picture Note on LOCK (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) When you slide LOCK to the right, the POWER switch can make the transition between scenes. Note When ...
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.... indicator appears on the screen. While your camcorder is in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to shoot a subject in a dark place. To cancel the NightShot function, slide NIGHTSHOT to OFF. Recording a picture Shooting backlit subjects - OFF ON... NIGHTSHOT SUPER NIGHTSHOT NightShot Light emitter 23 Recording - Shooting in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) mode. and "NIGHTSHOT" indicators flash on the screen...
.... indicator appears on the screen. While your camcorder is in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to shoot a subject in a dark place. To cancel the NightShot function, slide NIGHTSHOT to OFF. Recording a picture Shooting backlit subjects - OFF ON... NIGHTSHOT SUPER NIGHTSHOT NightShot Light emitter 23 Recording - Shooting in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) mode. and "NIGHTSHOT" indicators flash on the screen...
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...than those recorded in the NightShot mode. (1) Slide NIGHTSHOT to ON in the menu settings (p. 79). Using the NightShot Light The picture will be slow. Digital effect ...recording, the picture may be clearer with the autofocus mode when using the Super NightShot function, you can not use the following functions: - Fader - and "SUPER NIGHTSHOT" indicators flash on the screen. (2) Press SUPER NIGHTSHOT. Exposure - In MEMORY mode (DCR... ON in CAMERA mode. PROGRAM AE While using the NightShot function, focus manually. This may cause your camcorder to ON in the daytime).
...than those recorded in the NightShot mode. (1) Slide NIGHTSHOT to ON in the menu settings (p. 79). Using the NightShot Light The picture will be slow. Digital effect ...recording, the picture may be clearer with the autofocus mode when using the Super NightShot function, you can not use the following functions: - Fader - and "SUPER NIGHTSHOT" indicators flash on the screen. (2) Press SUPER NIGHTSHOT. Exposure - In MEMORY mode (DCR... ON in CAMERA mode. PROGRAM AE While using the NightShot function, focus manually. This may cause your camcorder to ON in the daytime).
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... of EDITSEARCH momentarily in the standby mode. The recorded section is smooth. The section you have stopped most recently. Checking the recording - EDITSEARCH END SEARCH END SEARCH You can search for a few seconds, and then your camcorder will be smooth. •Once you eject the... cassette after you record is played back. + : to go forward - : to go ...
... of EDITSEARCH momentarily in the standby mode. The recorded section is smooth. The section you have stopped most recently. Checking the recording - EDITSEARCH END SEARCH END SEARCH You can search for a few seconds, and then your camcorder will be smooth. •Once you eject the... cassette after you record is played back. + : to go forward - : to go ...