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...BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. Congratulations on your used rechargeable batteries to constitute a risk of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV18 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Your Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same... time it is for years to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may cause undesired operation. 2 You will soon be producing home video...
...BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. Congratulations on your used rechargeable batteries to constitute a risk of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV18 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Your Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same... time it is for years to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may cause undesired operation. 2 You will soon be producing home video...
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... tapes with picture effect 65 Playing back tapes with digital effect 66 Enlarging images recorded 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 Setting...
... tapes with picture effect 65 Playing back tapes with digital effect 66 Enlarging images recorded 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 Setting...
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... 194 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 197 About i.LINK 199 Using your computer - PHOTO SAVE 135 Viewing still images - Memory Photo playback .......... 137 Viewing moving pictures on a "Memory Stick" with your computer - MPEG movie recording 125 Recording pictures from a tape as a moving picture 128 Recording edited pictures from an analog video unit on a "Memory Stick...
... 194 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 197 About i.LINK 199 Using your computer - PHOTO SAVE 135 Viewing still images - Memory Photo playback .......... 137 Viewing moving pictures on a "Memory Stick" with your computer - MPEG movie recording 125 Recording pictures from a tape as a moving picture 128 Recording edited pictures from an analog video unit on a "Memory Stick...
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... up . 3 Close the cassette compartment by pressing on a tape of the cassette back to record on the cassette compartment. Quick Start Guide - Connecting the power cord (p. 22) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. Inserting a cassette (p. 25) 1 Slide OPEN/ EJECT in parentheses... "( )" for more information. Recording on a tape This chapter introduces you to the basic features to insert ...
... up . 3 Close the cassette compartment by pressing on a tape of the cassette back to record on the cassette compartment. Quick Start Guide - Connecting the power cord (p. 22) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. Inserting a cassette (p. 25) 1 Slide OPEN/ EJECT in parentheses... "( )" for more information. Recording on a tape This chapter introduces you to the basic features to insert ...
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... the LCD screen (p. 38) 1 Set the POWER switch to your eye against the eyecup. POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY Viewfinder When the LCD panel is set the clock before recording (p. 23). To stop recording, press START/STOP again. Adjust the viewfinder lens to VCR while pressing the small green button. Quick Start... closed, use the viewfinder with your eyesight (p. 29). 4 Press START/STOP. If you purchase your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the LCD panel, or the battery pack. 9
... the LCD screen (p. 38) 1 Set the POWER switch to your eye against the eyecup. POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY Viewfinder When the LCD panel is set the clock before recording (p. 23). To stop recording, press START/STOP again. Adjust the viewfinder lens to VCR while pressing the small green button. Quick Start... closed, use the viewfinder with your eyesight (p. 29). 4 Press START/STOP. If you purchase your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the LCD panel, or the battery pack. 9
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Except DCR-TRV16 This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on a "Memory Stick" - Quick Start Guide AC power adaptor (supplied) Connect the plug with the B mark facing up . B mark When ejecting the "Memory Stick", press ... in the "Memory Stick" slot as far as it can go with its v mark facing up as illustrated. Connecting the power cord (p. 22) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. Inserting a "Memory Stick" (p. 106) Insert a "Memory Stick" in parentheses "( )" for more information. "Memory Stick" slot 10 Open the DC IN...
Except DCR-TRV16 This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on a "Memory Stick" - Quick Start Guide AC power adaptor (supplied) Connect the plug with the B mark facing up . B mark When ejecting the "Memory Stick", press ... in the "Memory Stick" slot as far as it can go with its v mark facing up as illustrated. Connecting the power cord (p. 22) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. Inserting a "Memory Stick" (p. 106) Insert a "Memory Stick" in parentheses "( )" for more information. "Memory Stick" slot 10 Open the DC IN...
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... the small green button. Adjust the viewfinder lens to MEMORY while pressing the small green button. POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 2 Press MEMORY PLAY. The last recorded image is closed, use the viewfinder with your eye against the eyecup. NOTE Do not pick up your camcorder by holding... the viewfinder, the LCD panel or the battery pack. 11 If you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set the clock before recording (p. 23). The picture appears on a "Memory Stick" (p. 112) 1 Remove the lens cap. 3 Open the...
... the small green button. Adjust the viewfinder lens to MEMORY while pressing the small green button. POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 2 Press MEMORY PLAY. The last recorded image is closed, use the viewfinder with your eye against the eyecup. NOTE Do not pick up your camcorder by holding... the viewfinder, the LCD panel or the battery pack. 11 If you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set the clock before recording (p. 23). The picture appears on a "Memory Stick" (p. 112) 1 Remove the lens cap. 3 Open the...
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... 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) 8 "Memory Stick" (1) (p. 105) (except DCR-TRV16) 9 USB cable (1) (p. 154) 0 CD-ROM (SPVD-008 USB Driver) (1) (p. 159) Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is...
... 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) 8 "Memory Stick" (1) (p. 105) (except DCR-TRV16) 9 USB cable (1) (p. 154) 0 CD-ROM (SPVD-008 USB Driver) (1) (p. 159) Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is...
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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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... power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to the wall outlet. (4) Set the POWER switch to use the battery longer than usual. 2 14 VCR POWER OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY The number in the illustration of "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover. This may differ from coming into contact with your camcorder...
... power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to the wall outlet. (4) Set the POWER switch to use the battery longer than usual. 2 14 VCR POWER OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY The number in the illustration of "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover. This may differ from coming into contact with your camcorder...
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... the ambient temperature. *1) DCR-TRV16/TRV18 supplied *2) DCR-TRV25/TRV27 supplied 18 While using the viewfinder. When you use the AC power adaptor Place the AC power adaptor near a wall outlet. Step 1 Preparing the power supply Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator in the display... minutes at 25°C (77°F) to cut off the power. min" appears in the display window indicates the approximate recording time when recording using the AC power adaptor, if any trouble occurs with this unit, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet as soon as...
... the ambient temperature. *1) DCR-TRV16/TRV18 supplied *2) DCR-TRV25/TRV27 supplied 18 While using the viewfinder. When you use the AC power adaptor Place the AC power adaptor near a wall outlet. Step 1 Preparing the power supply Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator in the display... minutes at 25°C (77°F) to cut off the power. min" appears in the display window indicates the approximate recording time when recording using the AC power adaptor, if any trouble occurs with this unit, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet as soon as...
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... 75 305 170 355 195 460 255 535 295 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 Typical* 145 75 305 170... 355 195 460 255 535 295 Recording with the LCD screen Continuous Typical* 105 55 220 125...
... 75 305 170 355 195 460 255 535 295 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 Typical* 145 75 305 170... 355 195 460 255 535 295 Recording with the LCD screen Continuous Typical* 105 55 220 125...
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... 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 time...
... 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 time...
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...to operate Charge the battery pack fully again so that can exchange data such as battery consumption with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery. TM SERIES "InfoLITHIUM" is compatible with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Note Approximate recording time and continuous playing...the remaining battery time indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to 86 °F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in an ambient temperature of Sony Corporation. 21 The "InfoLITHIUM" is a lithium ion battery pack ...
...to operate Charge the battery pack fully again so that can exchange data such as battery consumption with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery. TM SERIES "InfoLITHIUM" is compatible with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Note Approximate recording time and continuous playing...the remaining battery time indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to 86 °F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in an ambient temperature of Sony Corporation. 21 The "InfoLITHIUM" is a lithium ion battery pack ...
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This means that you power it from the AC power source (wall outlet) as long as it is not plugged into a wall outlet. Using a car battery Use a Sony Car Battery Adaptor (optional). Refer to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is connected to the wall outlet, even if the set itself... has been turned off. Notes •The AC power adaptor can supply power even if the battery pack is attached to a wall outlet When you use...
This means that you power it from the AC power source (wall outlet) as long as it is not plugged into a wall outlet. Using a car battery Use a Sony Car Battery Adaptor (optional). Refer to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is connected to the wall outlet, even if the set itself... has been turned off. Notes •The AC power adaptor can supply power even if the battery pack is attached to a wall outlet When you use...
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... you do not use your camcorder will be cleared from memory (bars may be displayed each time that order. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16), then press MENU to display the menu settings. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (3) Turn the..., the hour and then the minute, in your camcorder for about four months, the date and time settings may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery in that you set the date and time. The clock starts to move. (7) Press MENU to make the menu settings disappear. 1, 7 MENU 4 2 SETUP MENU ...
... you do not use your camcorder will be cleared from memory (bars may be displayed each time that order. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16), then press MENU to display the menu settings. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (3) Turn the..., the hour and then the minute, in your camcorder for about four months, the date and time settings may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery in that you set the date and time. The clock starts to move. (7) Press MENU to make the menu settings disappear. 1, 7 MENU 4 2 SETUP MENU ...
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... button again without switching the POWER switch. The battery use time when you change the battery pack, set the POWER switch to CAMERA. After recording (1) Set the POWER switch to prevent battery and tape wear. However, check the following: - When you record in the SP and LP modes on the LOCK... switch (except DCR-TRV16) When you slide the LOCK switch ...
... button again without switching the POWER switch. The battery use time when you change the battery pack, set the POWER switch to CAMERA. After recording (1) Set the POWER switch to prevent battery and tape wear. However, check the following: - When you record in the SP and LP modes on the LOCK... switch (except DCR-TRV16) When you slide the LOCK switch ...
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...178). Lift up the viewfinder and move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever. Adjust the viewfinder lens to CAMERA, VCR or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16). Select VF B.L. in the menu settings when using the battery pack (p. 178). 29 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select LCD BRIGHT in in the ...image in the menu settings (p. 178), then press the dial. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the brightness of the backlight. Recording - Basics Recording a picture Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen (1) Set the POWER switch to make the menu settings disappear. 2 LCD/VF SET LCD ...
...178). Lift up the viewfinder and move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever. Adjust the viewfinder lens to CAMERA, VCR or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16). Select VF B.L. in the menu settings when using the battery pack (p. 178). 29 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select LCD BRIGHT in in the ...image in the menu settings (p. 178), then press the dial. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the brightness of the backlight. Recording - Basics Recording a picture Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen (1) Set the POWER switch to make the menu settings disappear. 2 LCD/VF SET LCD ...
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...) in CAMERA and "0:00:00:00" (hours : minutes : seconds : frames) in minutes to be displayed accurately depending on the Remote Commander during recording The indicator shows the approximate continuous recording time. Recording a picture Indicators displayed in the recording mode Indicators are recording. When you insert a cassette and record or play back for the correct remaining battery time in...
...) in CAMERA and "0:00:00:00" (hours : minutes : seconds : frames) in minutes to be displayed accurately depending on the Remote Commander during recording The indicator shows the approximate continuous recording time. Recording a picture Indicators displayed in the recording mode Indicators are recording. When you insert a cassette and record or play back for the correct remaining battery time in...
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...slow playback) Press y on the Remote Commander during playback to reverse the playback direction. In the recording mode, the various settings will not be correct, depending on the conditions in the reverse direction, ...LCD panel and open it again, it takes about one minute for the correct remaining battery time to the TV. Data code The data code is displayed on the Remote Commander...To resume normal playback, press N. The tape is being played back. - Various playback modes To operate video control buttons, set . To advance the tape Press M in the stop mode. The indicator may not...
...slow playback) Press y on the Remote Commander during playback to reverse the playback direction. In the recording mode, the various settings will not be correct, depending on the conditions in the reverse direction, ...LCD panel and open it again, it takes about one minute for the correct remaining battery time to the TV. Data code The data code is displayed on the Remote Commander...To resume normal playback, press N. The tape is being played back. - Various playback modes To operate video control buttons, set . To advance the tape Press M in the stop mode. The indicator may not...