Camera Operations Guide
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2-515-259-12(1) Camera Operations Guide Read this first Video Camera Recorder/Digital Video Camera Recorder CCD-TRV138/TRV338 DCR-TRV280 © 2005 Sony Corporation
2-515-259-12(1) Camera Operations Guide Read this first Video Camera Recorder/Digital Video Camera Recorder CCD-TRV138/TRV338 DCR-TRV280 © 2005 Sony Corporation
Camera Operations Guide
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...indicated as follows. CCD-TRV138: TRV138 CCD-TRV338: TRV338 DCR-TRV280: TRV280 Instructions with specific model names are for a digital device pursuant to operate this equipment. Disposal of this equipment ...designed to Part 15 of the pixels are for effective use standard 8 mm and Hi8 , Digital8 video cassettes on a cassette tape You can be sure to radio communications. However, there ...to comply with an USB or i.LINK cable, be determined by one or more of your camcorder if necessary (p. 19). ,continued 3 Notes on use Note on your local authorities or the...
...indicated as follows. CCD-TRV138: TRV138 CCD-TRV338: TRV338 DCR-TRV280: TRV280 Instructions with specific model names are for a digital device pursuant to operate this equipment. Disposal of this equipment ...designed to Part 15 of the pixels are for effective use standard 8 mm and Hi8 , Digital8 video cassettes on a cassette tape You can be sure to radio communications. However, there ...to comply with an USB or i.LINK cable, be determined by one or more of your camcorder if necessary (p. 19). ,continued 3 Notes on use Note on your local authorities or the...
Camera Operations Guide
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.../EDIT, etc 49 Using the (LCD SET) menu - Digital program editing ( TRV280 67 Using with your computer Features ( TRV280 72 Installing the software and "First Step Guide" on a computer ( TRV280 74 Using "First Step Guide" ( TRV280 78 Creating a DVD (Direct Access to "Click to another...LINK 97 Maintenance and precautions 98 Specification 101 Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls ...........104 Index 109 For TRV280: Two operating instructions are supplied with your camcorder: • Camera Operations Guide (This manual) • "First Step Guide" for using the supplied...
.../EDIT, etc 49 Using the (LCD SET) menu - Digital program editing ( TRV280 67 Using with your computer Features ( TRV280 72 Installing the software and "First Step Guide" on a computer ( TRV280 74 Using "First Step Guide" ( TRV280 78 Creating a DVD (Direct Access to "Click to another...LINK 97 Maintenance and precautions 98 Specification 101 Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls ...........104 Index 109 For TRV280: Two operating instructions are supplied with your camcorder: • Camera Operations Guide (This manual) • "First Step Guide" for using the supplied...
Camera Operations Guide
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...then [LP] (p. 52). The subject appears farther away (Wide angle). Built-in that point activate the digital zoom ([D ZOOM], p. 45). m ,continued Recording 23 A tape recorded in the following order. To ... settings are displayed cyclically in the LP mode should be played back only on this camcorder. The recommended distance between your shooting situation. To use it further for a faster.... Using zoom When the CAMERA mode is about 1.5 m (5 feet). Move it sparingly for TRV280). The subject appears closer (Telephoto). b Notes • You cannot change the zoom speed with...
...then [LP] (p. 52). The subject appears farther away (Wide angle). Built-in that point activate the digital zoom ([D ZOOM], p. 45). m ,continued Recording 23 A tape recorded in the following order. To ... settings are displayed cyclically in the LP mode should be played back only on this camcorder. The recommended distance between your shooting situation. To use it further for a faster.... Using zoom When the CAMERA mode is about 1.5 m (5 feet). Move it sparingly for TRV280). The subject appears closer (Telephoto). b Notes • You cannot change the zoom speed with...
Camera Operations Guide
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... Customizing Your Camcorder 45 The settings you are marked with G. Note that the image quality decreases when you can select the maximum zoom level in the CAMERA SET menu. This function is performed digitally. The right side of the bar shows the digital zooming zone. To select... 40 times zoom is performed optically. Select to 20 times zoom is performed digitally. Select to activate the digital zoom. 20 times through 990 times zoom is useful when recording enlarged pictures of your camcorder. You can operate at the moment. Unavailable items will be grayed out. ...
... Customizing Your Camcorder 45 The settings you are marked with G. Note that the image quality decreases when you can select the maximum zoom level in the CAMERA SET menu. This function is performed digitally. The right side of the bar shows the digital zooming zone. To select... 40 times zoom is performed optically. Select to 20 times zoom is performed digitally. Select to activate the digital zoom. 20 times through 990 times zoom is useful when recording enlarged pictures of your camcorder. You can operate at the moment. Unavailable items will be grayed out. ...
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To use an i.LINK cable for connection For TRV280: Use an i.LINK cable (optional) to connect your camcorder to other device via the DV Interface. Note that you are transmitted digitally, producing high quality pictures. For TRV280: A/V OUT jack Connecting with an i.LINK cable i.LINK cable (optional) i.LINK jack DV Interface Yellow A/V connecting cable (supplied...
To use an i.LINK cable for connection For TRV280: Use an i.LINK cable (optional) to connect your camcorder to other device via the DV Interface. Note that you are transmitted digitally, producing high quality pictures. For TRV280: A/V OUT jack Connecting with an i.LINK cable i.LINK cable (optional) i.LINK jack DV Interface Yellow A/V connecting cable (supplied...
Camera Operations Guide
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Digital program editing ( TRV280) You can select up the VCR by the following devices: - ...skip this setting if you cannot record the title or indicators. 1 Connect your camcorder and VCR for operation Follow the steps below when you are performing digital program editing for editing. • Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to select the...Insert a cassette for recording. • Set the input selector to input mode, if your VCR has one. 3 Prepare your camcorder is connected to other recording device such as a recording device (p. 60). VIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL 0:08:55:06 IR...
Digital program editing ( TRV280) You can select up the VCR by the following devices: - ...skip this setting if you cannot record the title or indicators. 1 Connect your camcorder and VCR for operation Follow the steps below when you are performing digital program editing for editing. • Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to select the...Insert a cassette for recording. • Set the input selector to input mode, if your VCR has one. 3 Prepare your camcorder is connected to other recording device such as a recording device (p. 60). VIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL 0:08:55:06 IR...
Camera Operations Guide
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...] code When you need to check the [IR SETUP] code signal to select [EXECUTE], then press the dial. You can be operated by your camcorder and the VCR to "Step 2: Adjusting the synchronization of the VCR Follow the steps below when you have selected [i.LINK] in .) away, with.... Step 2: Adjusting the synchronization of the VCR" (p. 68). Skip this setting if you are performing digital program editing for details on operation. 5 Point the infrared ray emitter of your camcorder towards the remote sensor on to avoid not recording the starting scenes may not get recorded when you have...
...] code When you need to check the [IR SETUP] code signal to select [EXECUTE], then press the dial. You can be operated by your camcorder and the VCR to "Step 2: Adjusting the synchronization of the VCR Follow the steps below when you have selected [i.LINK] in .) away, with.... Step 2: Adjusting the synchronization of the VCR" (p. 68). Skip this setting if you are performing digital program editing for details on operation. 5 Point the infrared ray emitter of your camcorder towards the remote sensor on to avoid not recording the starting scenes may not get recorded when you have...
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...] and the closing number value of each [OUT], then calculate the average numerical value for each for recording into the camcorder. Recording the selected scenes as programs When you are performing digital program editing for the first time to p. 68) beforehand. 1 Prepare a cassette. The calculated start position for recording is set . 11Turn...
...] and the closing number value of each [OUT], then calculate the average numerical value for each for recording into the camcorder. Recording the selected scenes as programs When you are performing digital program editing for the first time to p. 68) beforehand. 1 Prepare a cassette. The calculated start position for recording is set . 11Turn...
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... select [UNDO] You can erase all the programs. 3 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [EXECUTE], then press the dial. Dubbing/Editing To end Digital program editing Press MENU. To erase programs 1 Follow steps 1 to 4 in "Recording the selected scenes as programs" (p. 69). 2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to...
... select [UNDO] You can erase all the programs. 3 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [EXECUTE], then press the dial. Dubbing/Editing To end Digital program editing Press MENU. To erase programs 1 Follow steps 1 to 4 in "Recording the selected scenes as programs" (p. 69). 2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to...
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... • Your VCR and/or video camera recorder is not NTSC. (p. 66) For TRV280: Digital program editing does not function. c Select the correct [IR SETUP] code and [PAUSE MODE], according to your camcorder and VCR for operation." (p. 67) cAdjust the synchronization of the video camera recorder is ...blank section on the tape. • You cannot perform the Digital program editing on the VCR correctly, then check the connection between your camcorder and the VCR. (p. 60) cWhen your camcorder is connected to a DV device that is not a Sony product via an i.LINK cable. Also, make sure the ...
... • Your VCR and/or video camera recorder is not NTSC. (p. 66) For TRV280: Digital program editing does not function. c Select the correct [IR SETUP] code and [PAUSE MODE], according to your camcorder and VCR for operation." (p. 67) cAdjust the synchronization of the video camera recorder is ...blank section on the tape. • You cannot perform the Digital program editing on the VCR correctly, then check the connection between your camcorder and the VCR. (p. 60) cWhen your camcorder is connected to a DV device that is not a Sony product via an i.LINK cable. Also, make sure the ...
Camera Operations Guide
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... facility. If the problem persists even after you tried a couple of the 5-digit code, which starts from "E." Inform them of times, contact your camcorder again. Remove and insert the cassette, then operate your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. E (Battery level warning) • The battery pack is nearly used . Warning indicators and...
... facility. If the problem persists even after you tried a couple of the 5-digit code, which starts from "E." Inform them of times, contact your camcorder again. Remove and insert the cassette, then operate your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. E (Battery level warning) • The battery pack is nearly used . Warning indicators and...
Camera Operations Guide
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... played back the tape. REC: The cassette can use standard 8 mm and Hi8 , Digital8 video cassettes on your camcorder. and are Additional Information 95 Additional Information For TRV280: When you play back a tape recorded in the following illustration so as described above.... Labeling position After using the conventional Hi8 /standard 8 mm system camcorder. (120 minutes of the picture or the sound. Digital8 system This video system has been developed to enable digital...
... played back the tape. REC: The cassette can use standard 8 mm and Hi8 , Digital8 video cassettes on your camcorder. and are Additional Information 95 Additional Information For TRV280: When you play back a tape recorded in the following illustration so as described above.... Labeling position After using the conventional Hi8 /standard 8 mm system camcorder. (120 minutes of the picture or the sound. Digital8 system This video system has been developed to enable digital...
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... cause is a digital serial interface for transferring digital video, digital audio, and other i.LINK-compatible device. About i.LINK Baud rate i.LINK's maximum baud rate varies according to other data to the device. About battery life • The battery life is a trademark of Sony Corporation. i.LINK .... z Tips • i.LINK is an i.LINKcompliant DV Interface. This section describes the i.LINK standard and its life. your camcorder in the operating instructions of each battery pack. i.LINK-compatible device can be possible on how it more and more i.LINK-compatible...
... cause is a digital serial interface for transferring digital video, digital audio, and other i.LINK-compatible device. About i.LINK Baud rate i.LINK's maximum baud rate varies according to other data to the device. About battery life • The battery life is a trademark of Sony Corporation. i.LINK .... z Tips • i.LINK is an i.LINKcompliant DV Interface. This section describes the i.LINK standard and its life. your camcorder in the operating instructions of each battery pack. i.LINK-compatible device can be possible on how it more and more i.LINK-compatible...
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...when the unit is Mbps? a VAIO series personal computer) as well as Digital Televisions, DVD recorders/players, and MICROMV recorders/players are trademarks of the viewfinder or the LCD screen. - The camcorder may malfunction. Near AM receivers and video equipment. Sandy beach or anywhere .... - i.LINK and are not compatible with a different maximum baud rate. * What is connected to be connected to your camcorder get inside of Sony Corporation. 98 Additional Information Maintenance and precautions On use and care • Do not use the accessories recommended in the following ...
...when the unit is Mbps? a VAIO series personal computer) as well as Digital Televisions, DVD recorders/players, and MICROMV recorders/players are trademarks of the viewfinder or the LCD screen. - The camcorder may malfunction. Near AM receivers and video equipment. Sandy beach or anywhere .... - i.LINK and are not compatible with a different maximum baud rate. * What is connected to be connected to your camcorder get inside of Sony Corporation. 98 Additional Information Maintenance and precautions On use and care • Do not use the accessories recommended in the following ...
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... × 220) ,continued Additional Information 101 Additional Information Hi8/ Digital8 video cassette) For TRV138/338: SP: 2 h LP: 4 h For TRV280: SP: 1 h LP: 1 h 30 min Fast forward/rewind time (using 120 min. Hi8/ Digital8 video cassette) Approx. 5 min Viewfinder Electric viewfinder (monochrome) Image....) 20 × (Optical), 990 × (Digital) F=1.6 - 2.4 Focal length 2.5 - 50 mm (1/8 - 2 in.) When converted to a 35 mm still camera 42 - 840 mm (1 11/16 - 33 1/8 in.) Color temperature Auto Minimum illumination For TRV138/338: 1 lx (lux) (F 1.6) For TRV280: 4 lx (lux) (F 1.6) 0 lx (lux...
... × 220) ,continued Additional Information 101 Additional Information Hi8/ Digital8 video cassette) For TRV138/338: SP: 2 h LP: 4 h For TRV280: SP: 1 h LP: 1 h 30 min Fast forward/rewind time (using 120 min. Hi8/ Digital8 video cassette) Approx. 5 min Viewfinder Electric viewfinder (monochrome) Image....) 20 × (Optical), 990 × (Digital) F=1.6 - 2.4 Focal length 2.5 - 50 mm (1/8 - 2 in.) When converted to a 35 mm still camera 42 - 840 mm (1 11/16 - 33 1/8 in.) Color temperature Auto Minimum illumination For TRV138/338: 1 lx (lux) (F 1.6) For TRV280: 4 lx (lux) (F 1.6) 0 lx (lux...
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...Clock set (CLOCK SET) ......17, 55 D Data code (DATA CODE) .....37, 57 Date/time 37 DEMO MODE 56 Digital program editing (VIDEO EDIT 67 Digital zoom (D ZOOM)... 45 Digital8 system 95 Direct Access to "Click to DVD 79 DirectX 9.0c 76 Display DISPLAY 58 Display indicator....... 108 DNR 50 Dual... sound track tape ........ 49 Dubbing 59 DV Interface 79 E Easy Dubbing 62 Easy Handycam 26, 36 EDIT 49 END ...
...Clock set (CLOCK SET) ......17, 55 D Data code (DATA CODE) .....37, 57 Date/time 37 DEMO MODE 56 Digital program editing (VIDEO EDIT 67 Digital zoom (D ZOOM)... 45 Digital8 system 95 Direct Access to "Click to DVD 79 DirectX 9.0c 76 Display DISPLAY 58 Display indicator....... 108 DNR 50 Dual... sound track tape ........ 49 Dubbing 59 DV Interface 79 E Easy Dubbing 62 Easy Handycam 26, 36 EDIT 49 END ...
Marketing Specifications
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... either the viewfinder or on the LCD screen when charging and when the camcorder is clearer, with improved resolution. DCR-TRV280 Digital8® Handycam® Camcorder Stepping into the Digital age has never been easier with Sony's Picture Effect Modes. NightShot® Plus Infrared System With Sony's NightShot Infrared System you can control up to English (Simplified), Canadian French...
... either the viewfinder or on the LCD screen when charging and when the camcorder is clearer, with improved resolution. DCR-TRV280 Digital8® Handycam® Camcorder Stepping into the Digital age has never been easier with Sony's Picture Effect Modes. NightShot® Plus Infrared System With Sony's NightShot Infrared System you can control up to English (Simplified), Canadian French...
Marketing Specifications
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... Vario-Sonnar are registered trademarks of CIPA. Macintosh is a trademark of Sony. Screen Image Simulated Please visit the Dealer Network for use with compatible Sony InfoLITHIUM® batteries. 3. i.LINK is a registered trademark of Carl ...DCR-TRV280 Digital8® Handycam® Camcorder Specifications Hardware General Viewfinder: Black and White (90K Pixels) Imaging Device: 1/6" CCD Pixel Gross: 460K Recording Media: Standard 8mm, Hi8, Digital8 (sold separately) Recording and Playback Times: SP: up to 1 hour, LP: up to 1 hour 30 min., Fast Forward/Rewind Time: up to -Digital...
... Vario-Sonnar are registered trademarks of CIPA. Macintosh is a trademark of Sony. Screen Image Simulated Please visit the Dealer Network for use with compatible Sony InfoLITHIUM® batteries. 3. i.LINK is a registered trademark of Carl ...DCR-TRV280 Digital8® Handycam® Camcorder Specifications Hardware General Viewfinder: Black and White (90K Pixels) Imaging Device: 1/6" CCD Pixel Gross: 460K Recording Media: Standard 8mm, Hi8, Digital8 (sold separately) Recording and Playback Times: SP: up to 1 hour, LP: up to 1 hour 30 min., Fast Forward/Rewind Time: up to -Digital...