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Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Model No. DCR-TRV Model No. Serial No. Serial No. 3-073-855-12 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. AC- Record the serial number in the space provided below. TM SERIES DCR-TRV27 DCR-TRV16/TRV18/ TRV25/TRV27 ©2002 Sony Corporation
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Model No. DCR-TRV Model No. Serial No. Serial No. 3-073-855-12 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. AC- Record the serial number in the space provided below. TM SERIES DCR-TRV27 DCR-TRV16/TRV18/ TRV25/TRV27 ©2002 Sony Corporation
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...or relocate the receiving antenna. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to comply with the limits for help. 3 Declaration of the FCC Rules. This equipment generates,...Stick" This device complies with Part 15 of the following measures: - However, there is connected. - TRV27 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ07649 U.S.A. CAUTION You are designed to radio or television ... device complies with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV25, DCR-
...or relocate the receiving antenna. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to comply with the limits for help. 3 Declaration of the FCC Rules. This equipment generates,...Stick" This device complies with Part 15 of the following measures: - However, there is connected. - TRV27 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ07649 U.S.A. CAUTION You are designed to radio or television ... device complies with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV25, DCR-
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... accessory shoe 8 pin LCD screen 6.2 cm (2.5 type) TRV18 z 15 pin*2) 6.2 cm (2.5 type) TRV25 z 15 pin*2) 6.2 cm (2.5 type) TRV27 z 15 pin*2) 8.8 cm (3.5 type) z Provided - Any differences in operation are shown in this manual and operating your camcorder. e.g. See page 105 for example, "DCR-TRV27 only". Before you can hear a beep to indicate that the operation is...
... accessory shoe 8 pin LCD screen 6.2 cm (2.5 type) TRV18 z 15 pin*2) 6.2 cm (2.5 type) TRV25 z 15 pin*2) 6.2 cm (2.5 type) TRV27 z 15 pin*2) 8.8 cm (3.5 type) z Provided - Any differences in operation are shown in this manual and operating your camcorder. e.g. See page 105 for example, "DCR-TRV27 only". Before you can hear a beep to indicate that the operation is...
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... 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 (1) (p. 26...
... 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 (1) (p. 26...
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... a wall outlet. While using the viewfinder. The charging time may increase if the battery's temperature is extremely high or low because of the ambient temperature. *1) DCR-TRV16/TRV18 supplied *2) DCR-TRV25/TRV27 supplied 18 Step 1 Preparing the power supply Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator in the display window. Until your...
... a wall outlet. While using the viewfinder. The charging time may increase if the battery's temperature is extremely high or low because of the ambient temperature. *1) DCR-TRV16/TRV18 supplied *2) DCR-TRV25/TRV27 supplied 18 Step 1 Preparing the power supply Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator in the display window. Until your...
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...life may be shorter. 19 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-... 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... 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...
...life may be shorter. 19 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-... 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... 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...
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... LCD closed 135 220 450 530 685 785 DCR-TRV25 Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-FM70 NP-QM71 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...
... LCD closed 135 220 450 530 685 785 DCR-TRV25 Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-FM70 NP-QM71 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...
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Picture effect - Digital effect - MEMORY MIX Image size of still images (DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only) Image size is set to MEMORY is used. To record still images using the Remote Commander Press PHOTO on tape. When the POWER ...switch is automatically set to CAMERA You cannot change image quality mode. The indicator fashes: - During and after recording still images on a "Memory Stick" Your camcorder continues...
Picture effect - Digital effect - MEMORY MIX Image size of still images (DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only) Image size is set to MEMORY is used. To record still images using the Remote Commander Press PHOTO on tape. When the POWER ...switch is automatically set to CAMERA You cannot change image quality mode. The indicator fashes: - During and after recording still images on a "Memory Stick" Your camcorder continues...
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Make sure that the LOCK switch is SUPER FINE. (DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only). (1) Set the POWER switch to select the desired image quality, then press the dial. 1 LOCK POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY MENU 2 MEMORY SET ..." - The default setting is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU, then select STILL SET in still image recording. The default setting is FINE. (DCR-TRV18 only).
Make sure that the LOCK switch is SUPER FINE. (DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only). (1) Set the POWER switch to select the desired image quality, then press the dial. 1 LOCK POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY MENU 2 MEMORY SET ..." - The default setting is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU, then select STILL SET in still image recording. The default setting is FINE. (DCR-TRV18 only).
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...standard image quality in memory. FINE (FINE) Use this mode when you are compressed in JPEG format before being stored in your camcorder. Differences in your camcorder. The memory capacity allotted to record high quality images. Details are compressed to about 1/3. Using a "Memory Stick" - Super ...× 480 image size Image quality SUPER FINE* FINE STANDARD Memory capacity About 190 KB About 100 KB About 60 KB * DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only Image quality mode indicator The image quality mode indicator is the highest image quality in image quality mode Recorded images are shooting....
...standard image quality in memory. FINE (FINE) Use this mode when you are compressed in JPEG format before being stored in your camcorder. Differences in your camcorder. The memory capacity allotted to record high quality images. Details are compressed to about 1/3. Using a "Memory Stick" - Super ...× 480 image size Image quality SUPER FINE* FINE STANDARD Memory capacity About 190 KB About 100 KB About 60 KB * DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only Image quality mode indicator The image quality mode indicator is the highest image quality in image quality mode Recorded images are shooting....
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...SET MOVIE SET IMAGESIZE REMAIN RETURN 160 × 112 REMAIN 2min [MENU] : END MENU * DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only 109 "Memory Stick" Operations Using a "Memory Stick" - Introduction Selecting the image size Still images: DCR-TRV25/TRV27: You can select either of two picture sizes. 320 × 240 or 160 × 112... The default setting is 320 × 240. (1) Set the POWER switch to select the desired image size, then press the dial. DCR-TRV18: 640 × 480...
...SET MOVIE SET IMAGESIZE REMAIN RETURN 160 × 112 REMAIN 2min [MENU] : END MENU * DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only 109 "Memory Stick" Operations Using a "Memory Stick" - Introduction Selecting the image size Still images: DCR-TRV25/TRV27: You can select either of two picture sizes. 320 × 240 or 160 × 112... The default setting is 320 × 240. (1) Set the POWER switch to select the desired image size, then press the dial. DCR-TRV18: 640 × 480...
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... images Note* If you record a 1152 × 864 still image with your camcorder and attempt to play back the data file on another device that does not support this image size, the image might be displayed in a smaller size. * DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only 110 Introduction Image size settings Setting Meaning 1152 × 864* Records...
... images Note* If you record a 1152 × 864 still image with your camcorder and attempt to play back the data file on another device that does not support this image size, the image might be displayed in a smaller size. * DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only 110 Introduction Image size settings Setting Meaning 1152 × 864* Records...
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... a still image You can neither turn off the power nor press PHOTO. Digital zoom - SteadyShot - Fader - This is on the screen when you press the button. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only) The angle of view is slightly larger compared with the angle of ...PROGRAM AE (The indicator flashes.) While you press PHOTO lightly in step 2 The image momentarily flickers. When you press PHOTO on the Remote Commander Your camcorder immediately records the image that...
... a still image You can neither turn off the power nor press PHOTO. Digital zoom - SteadyShot - Fader - This is on the screen when you press the button. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only) The angle of view is slightly larger compared with the angle of ...PROGRAM AE (The indicator flashes.) While you press PHOTO lightly in step 2 The image momentarily flickers. When you press PHOTO on the Remote Commander Your camcorder immediately records the image that...
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...in 640 × 480 size. ( ) [a] [b] (1) Set the POWER switch to make the menu setting disappear. (6) Press PHOTO deeper. * DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only 114 Select one of the following modes in BURST in 640 × 480 size at about 0.5 sec intervals. ( ) EXP BRKTG (Exposure bracketing)* ...Your camcorder automatically shoots three images at about 0.5 sec intervals at different exposures. ( ) MULTI SCRN (Multi screen) [b] Your camcorder shoots nine still images at about 0.4 sec intervals and displays the images on a "Memory...
...in 640 × 480 size. ( ) [a] [b] (1) Set the POWER switch to make the menu setting disappear. (6) Press PHOTO deeper. * DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only 114 Select one of the following modes in BURST in 640 × 480 size at about 0.5 sec intervals. ( ) EXP BRKTG (Exposure bracketing)* ...Your camcorder automatically shoots three images at about 0.5 sec intervals at different exposures. ( ) MULTI SCRN (Multi screen) [b] Your camcorder shoots nine still images at about 0.4 sec intervals and displays the images on a "Memory...
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... less than three photos* You cannot carry out the exposure bracketing (EXP BRKTG). When shooting with the self-timer function or the Remote Commander Your camcorder automatically records up to the maximum number of images you cannot record a still image on a "Memory Stick" - When selecting NORMAL* Recording continues up to stop... is recommended. The number of images in continuous shooting The number of still images during pressing PHOTO deeper. " FULL" is displayed when you press PHOTO. * DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only 115
... less than three photos* You cannot carry out the exposure bracketing (EXP BRKTG). When shooting with the self-timer function or the Remote Commander Your camcorder automatically records up to the maximum number of images you cannot record a still image on a "Memory Stick" - When selecting NORMAL* Recording continues up to stop... is recommended. The number of images in continuous shooting The number of still images during pressing PHOTO deeper. " FULL" is displayed when you press PHOTO. * DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only 115
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...to CAMERA. 126 SteadyShot - Picture effect - During recording on a "Memory Stick" - When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only) The angle of view is slightly larger compared with the angle of PROGRAM AE (The indicator flashes.) Recording date/time The date/...Stick." Recording moving pictures on a "Memory Stick" Do not eject the cassette tape from your camcorder. Digital effect - During ejecting the tape, sound is recorded on the Remote Commander during playback. Digital zoom - To display the recording date/time, press DATA CODE on the "Memory Stick." Wide...
...to CAMERA. 126 SteadyShot - Picture effect - During recording on a "Memory Stick" - When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only) The angle of view is slightly larger compared with the angle of PROGRAM AE (The indicator flashes.) Recording date/time The date/...Stick." Recording moving pictures on a "Memory Stick" Do not eject the cassette tape from your camcorder. Digital effect - During ejecting the tape, sound is recorded on the Remote Commander during playback. Digital zoom - To display the recording date/time, press DATA CODE on the "Memory Stick." Wide...
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... play back recorded images on the LCD screen, the image quality may appear to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder before operation, or noise (howling) may be output from the TV speakers. Screen indicators during still image playback 100-0006 640 6/100...on a TV screen •Connect your camcorder to have deteriorated. When no image is not a malfunction. The image data is as good as ever. •Turn the audio volume of recorded images Print mark Protect Recording date/time/various settings *DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only Recording data You can view the ...
... play back recorded images on the LCD screen, the image quality may appear to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder before operation, or noise (howling) may be output from the TV speakers. Screen indicators during still image playback 100-0006 640 6/100...on a TV screen •Connect your camcorder to have deteriorated. When no image is not a malfunction. The image data is as good as ever. •Turn the audio volume of recorded images Print mark Protect Recording date/time/various settings *DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only Recording data You can view the ...
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... following cases: • For five seconds after setting the POWER switch to VCR or MEMORY • For five seconds after inserting a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder in MEMORY or VCR • When the capacity of the "Memory Stick" is less than two minutes in MEMORY • For five seconds after starting... completing a moving picture recording ON To always display the remaining capacity of the "Memory Stick" POWER switch MEMORY VCR MEMORY MEMORY VCR MEMORY VCR MEMORY *1) DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only *2) For DCR-TRV18, the default setting is FINE. (continued on the following page) 179
... following cases: • For five seconds after setting the POWER switch to VCR or MEMORY • For five seconds after inserting a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder in MEMORY or VCR • When the capacity of the "Memory Stick" is less than two minutes in MEMORY • For five seconds after starting... completing a moving picture recording ON To always display the remaining capacity of the "Memory Stick" POWER switch MEMORY VCR MEMORY MEMORY VCR MEMORY VCR MEMORY *1) DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only *2) For DCR-TRV18, the default setting is FINE. (continued on the following page) 179
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...Carl Zeiss Combined power zoom lens Filter diameter: 30 mm (1 3/16 in.) 10× (Optical), 120× (Digital) DCR-TRV16/TRV18: F = 1.7 - 2.2 DCR-TRV25/TRV27: F = 1.8 - 2 Focal length DCR-TRV16/TRV18: 3.3 - 33 mm (5/32 - 1 5/16 in.) When converted to a 35 mm still camera In ...(using cassette DVM60) SP: 1 hour LP: 1.5 hours Fastforward/rewind time (using cassette DVM60) When using LCD DCR-TRV16/TRV18: 3.3 W DCR-TRV25: 4.2 W DCR-TRV27: 4.6 W Viewfinder DCR-TRV16/TRV18: 2.5 W DCR-TRV25/TRV27: 3.4 W Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature -20°...
...Carl Zeiss Combined power zoom lens Filter diameter: 30 mm (1 3/16 in.) 10× (Optical), 120× (Digital) DCR-TRV16/TRV18: F = 1.7 - 2.2 DCR-TRV25/TRV27: F = 1.8 - 2 Focal length DCR-TRV16/TRV18: 3.3 - 33 mm (5/32 - 1 5/16 in.) When converted to a 35 mm still camera In ...(using cassette DVM60) SP: 1 hour LP: 1.5 hours Fastforward/rewind time (using cassette DVM60) When using LCD DCR-TRV16/TRV18: 3.3 W DCR-TRV25: 4.2 W DCR-TRV27: 4.6 W Viewfinder DCR-TRV16/TRV18: 2.5 W DCR-TRV25/TRV27: 3.4 W Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature -20°...
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... (approx.) 38.2 × 20.5 × 55.6 mm (1 9/16 × 13/16 × 2 1/4 in.) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 65 g (2.3 oz) Type Lithium ion DCR-TRV25/TRV27: NP-FM50 Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 8.5 Wh (1 180 mAh) Dimensions (approx.) 38.2 × 20.5 × 55.6 mm (1 9/16 ... notice. 208 Specifications Mass (approx.) DCR-TRV16: 610 g (1 lb 5 oz) DCR-TRV18: 620 g (1 lb 5 oz) DCR-TRV25: 640 g (1 lb 6 oz) DCR-TRV27: 660 g (1 lb 7 oz) main unit only DCR-TRV16: 700 g (1 lb 8 oz) DCR-TRV18: 710 g (1 lb 9 oz) DCR-TRV25: 740 g (1 lb 10 oz) DCR-TRV27: 760 g (1 lb 10 oz)...
... (approx.) 38.2 × 20.5 × 55.6 mm (1 9/16 × 13/16 × 2 1/4 in.) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 65 g (2.3 oz) Type Lithium ion DCR-TRV25/TRV27: NP-FM50 Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 8.5 Wh (1 180 mAh) Dimensions (approx.) 38.2 × 20.5 × 55.6 mm (1 9/16 ... notice. 208 Specifications Mass (approx.) DCR-TRV16: 610 g (1 lb 5 oz) DCR-TRV18: 620 g (1 lb 5 oz) DCR-TRV25: 640 g (1 lb 6 oz) DCR-TRV27: 660 g (1 lb 7 oz) main unit only DCR-TRV16: 700 g (1 lb 8 oz) DCR-TRV18: 710 g (1 lb 9 oz) DCR-TRV25: 740 g (1 lb 10 oz) DCR-TRV27: 760 g (1 lb 10 oz)...