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Open the DC IN jack cover. Connect the plug with the window facing out. After the cassette compartment goes down completely, close the lid until it clicks. Connecting the power cord (p. 16) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette (p. 18)... 1 Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of your camcorder outdoors (p. 11). Push the middle portion of the back of the cassette to the ...
Open the DC IN jack cover. Connect the plug with the window facing out. After the cassette compartment goes down completely, close the lid until it clicks. Connecting the power cord (p. 16) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette (p. 18)... 1 Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of your camcorder outdoors (p. 11). Push the middle portion of the back of the cassette to the ...
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.... Exposing the LCD screen, the finder or the lens to temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as dusk [d]. [a] [b] [c] [d] 9 Sometimes this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on the LCD screen and the finder. Getting started Using this malfunction cannot be some tiny black points and.../or bright points (white, red, blue or green in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. •Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. However, there may be repaired [a]. •Never leave your camcorder away from rain and sea water.
.... Exposing the LCD screen, the finder or the lens to temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as dusk [d]. [a] [b] [c] [d] 9 Sometimes this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on the LCD screen and the finder. Getting started Using this malfunction cannot be some tiny black points and.../or bright points (white, red, blue or green in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. •Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. However, there may be repaired [a]. •Never leave your camcorder away from rain and sea water.
Operating Instructions
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...battery pack attached after charging it for details of the display window may differ from the DC IN jack on your camcorder to use the battery longer than usual. 4 V POWER 1 2 The number in minutes on the display window. After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC power adaptor ...from that on your camcorder. Charging begins. OFCFR(CHG) E ERMAORY CAM M Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use ...
...battery pack attached after charging it for details of the display window may differ from the DC IN jack on your camcorder to use the battery longer than usual. 4 V POWER 1 2 The number in minutes on the display window. After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC power adaptor ...from that on your camcorder. Charging begins. OFCFR(CHG) E ERMAORY CAM M Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use ...
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... indicator The remaining battery time indicator in a cool place. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - TM SERIES 13 When the battery pack is charged fully The LCD backlight of the display window is "InfoLITHIUM"? Something is wrong with the viewfinder. What is turned... charging the battery pack, no indicator appears or the indicator flashes in the display window in the display window. Your camcorder operates only with the metal parts of the DC plug of Sony Corporation. When you use it until it fully discharges again. If any trouble occurs...
... indicator The remaining battery time indicator in a cool place. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - TM SERIES 13 When the battery pack is charged fully The LCD backlight of the display window is "InfoLITHIUM"? Something is wrong with the viewfinder. What is turned... charging the battery pack, no indicator appears or the indicator flashes in the display window in the display window. Your camcorder operates only with the metal parts of the DC plug of Sony Corporation. When you use it until it fully discharges again. If any trouble occurs...
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...back standard 8 tape on other camcorders (including other DCR-TRV230/TRV330/TRV530). •The cassette compartment may cause malfunction. •Your camcorder records pictures in the menu settings, 3/4 of indicated time on Hi8 tape. If you select the LP mode in the Digital8 system. • The recording time... press any part of the arrow and open the lid. Step 3 Inserting a cassette We recommend using Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes. (1) Prepare the power supply (p. 11). (2) Slide OPEN/EJECT in a straight line deeply into the cassette compartment with the window facing out.
...back standard 8 tape on other camcorders (including other DCR-TRV230/TRV330/TRV530). •The cassette compartment may cause malfunction. •Your camcorder records pictures in the menu settings, 3/4 of indicated time on Hi8 tape. If you select the LP mode in the Digital8 system. • The recording time... press any part of the arrow and open the lid. Step 3 Inserting a cassette We recommend using Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes. (1) Prepare the power supply (p. 11). (2) Slide OPEN/EJECT in a straight line deeply into the cassette compartment with the window facing out.
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... for when you are recording distant subjects such as at a beach in the theater. Sunset & moon This mode allows you to suit your camcorder from appearing dark in strong light or reflected light, such as mountains and prevents your specific shooting requirements. Sports... lesson This mode minimizes shake on glass or metal mesh in windows when you are recording sunsets, general night views, fireworks displays and neon signs. Low lux This mode...
... for when you are recording distant subjects such as at a beach in the theater. Sunset & moon This mode allows you to suit your camcorder from appearing dark in strong light or reflected light, such as mountains and prevents your specific shooting requirements. Sports... lesson This mode minimizes shake on glass or metal mesh in windows when you are recording sunsets, general night views, fireworks displays and neon signs. Low lux This mode...
Operating Instructions
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INDICATOR z BL OFF BL ON Meaning To set a time difference. If you set here. Changing the menu settings Customizing Your Camcorder Icon/item Mode WORLD TIME - BEEP z MELODY COMMANDER NORMAL OFF z ON OFF DISPLAY REC LAMP VIDEO EDIT EDIT SET z LCD V-OUT/LCD z ON OFF - - Turn the SEL...minutes after removing the power source The AUDIO MIX, FLASH LVL, COMMANDER and HiFi SOUND items are held in edit set mode (p. 63) To turn off the backlight on display window To turn on the backlight POWER switch CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY CAMERA MEMORY VCR...
INDICATOR z BL OFF BL ON Meaning To set a time difference. If you set here. Changing the menu settings Customizing Your Camcorder Icon/item Mode WORLD TIME - BEEP z MELODY COMMANDER NORMAL OFF z ON OFF DISPLAY REC LAMP VIDEO EDIT EDIT SET z LCD V-OUT/LCD z ON OFF - - Turn the SEL...minutes after removing the power source The AUDIO MIX, FLASH LVL, COMMANDER and HiFi SOUND items are held in edit set mode (p. 63) To turn off the backlight on display window To turn on the backlight POWER switch CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY CAMERA VCR MEMORY CAMERA MEMORY VCR...
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"Memory Stick" and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft® and Windows® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. •Macintosh and Mac OS are ... of Apple Computer, Inc. •All other equipment, format the "Memory Stick" on your camcorder still images recorded on page 84. Furthermore, "™" and "®" are not sold in this camcorder. You cannot play back on your camcorder following the steps on other equipment (DCRTRV890E/TRV900/TRV900E or DSC-D700/D770) that has...
"Memory Stick" and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft® and Windows® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. •Macintosh and Mac OS are ... of Apple Computer, Inc. •All other equipment, format the "Memory Stick" on your camcorder still images recorded on page 84. Furthermore, "™" and "®" are not sold in this camcorder. You cannot play back on your camcorder following the steps on other equipment (DCRTRV890E/TRV900/TRV900E or DSC-D700/D770) that has...
Operating Instructions
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...Windows 2000 Professional. Notes • Operations are not guaranteed for the following models. •iMac with the Mac OS 8.6 standard installation and a slot loading type CD-ROM drive •iBook or G4 with the Mac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0 standard installation. Viewing images using your computer. DCR-TRV330.... 110 Recommended computer environment Recommended Windows environment OS: Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me or Windows 2000 Professional standard installation is required. Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows NT3.51 or Windows NT4.0 to a single computer at...
...Windows 2000 Professional. Notes • Operations are not guaranteed for the following models. •iMac with the Mac OS 8.6 standard installation and a slot loading type CD-ROM drive •iBook or G4 with the Mac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0 standard installation. Viewing images using your computer. DCR-TRV330.... 110 Recommended computer environment Recommended Windows environment OS: Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me or Windows 2000 Professional standard installation is required. Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows NT3.51 or Windows NT4.0 to a single computer at...
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... Mac OS to load. (2) Insert the supplied CD-ROM in your computer. 111 "PC MODE" appears on your computer using your computer Installing the USB driver Before connecting your camcorder to your computer, install the USB driver to complete without interrupting it. (USB) jack "Memory...drive icon to open the window. (5) Move the following 2 files from the window opened in step 3 to the System Folder icon in the window opened in step 4 (drag and drop). •Sony Camcorder USB Driver •Sony Camcorder USB Shim (6) When "Put these items into your camcorder, connect the AC power ...
... Mac OS to load. (2) Insert the supplied CD-ROM in your computer. 111 "PC MODE" appears on your computer using your computer Installing the USB driver Before connecting your camcorder to your computer, install the USB driver to complete without interrupting it. (USB) jack "Memory...drive icon to open the window. (5) Move the following 2 files from the window opened in step 3 to the System Folder icon in the window opened in step 4 (drag and drop). •Sony Camcorder USB Driver •Sony Camcorder USB Shim (6) When "Put these items into your camcorder, connect the AC power ...
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... application programs opened. Viewing images using your computer Viewing images For Windows 98 users (1) Turn on the power of your computer and allow Windows 98 to load. (2) Connect one end of the USB cable to the (USB) jack on the camcorder and the other end to the USB connector on your computer. (3) Insert... the procedure below. "PC MODE" appears on the screen of the hard disk does not lit. (2) Drag and drop the "Memory Stick" icon to the Trash or select Eject under the Special menu. (3) Eject the "Memory Stick." 112 Make sure that the access lamp of your camcorder and then to a wall ...
... application programs opened. Viewing images using your computer Viewing images For Windows 98 users (1) Turn on the power of your computer and allow Windows 98 to load. (2) Connect one end of the USB cable to the (USB) jack on the camcorder and the other end to the USB connector on your computer. (3) Insert... the procedure below. "PC MODE" appears on the screen of the hard disk does not lit. (2) Drag and drop the "Memory Stick" icon to the Trash or select Eject under the Special menu. (3) Eject the "Memory Stick." 112 Make sure that the access lamp of your camcorder and then to a wall ...
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... for any number within the range from 0001 to open the file. For Windows 98 users (The drive recognizing the camera is [D:]) Folder 100msdcf Folder containing still image data File DSC0ssss.JPG Meaning Still image file 113 Communications with your camcorder are as follows. Software •Depending on your application software, the file size...
... for any number within the range from 0001 to open the file. For Windows 98 users (The drive recognizing the camera is [D:]) Folder 100msdcf Folder containing still image data File DSC0ssss.JPG Meaning Still image file 113 Communications with your camcorder are as follows. Software •Depending on your application software, the file size...
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...the menu settings. c Set it to OFF. (p. 79) • FOCUS is not a malfunction. (Continued on the screen or the display window, the self-diagnosis display function has worked. A vertical band appears when you shoot a subject such as lights or a candle flame against a dark... to MANUAL to CAMERA. Troubleshooting - If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your camcorder has been in CAMERA mode, your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. c Use Hi8 /Digital8 tapes. (p. 85) • The contrast between the subject and background is the standard 8 tape...
...the menu settings. c Set it to OFF. (p. 79) • FOCUS is not a malfunction. (Continued on the screen or the display window, the self-diagnosis display function has worked. A vertical band appears when you shoot a subject such as lights or a candle flame against a dark... to MANUAL to CAMERA. Troubleshooting - If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your camcorder has been in CAMERA mode, your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. c Use Hi8 /Digital8 tapes. (p. 85) • The contrast between the subject and background is the standard 8 tape...
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... charging the battery pack, the remaining battery time indicator flashes. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for 5 seconds. c Set it in about one minute. c Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. • Disconnect the power cord of the tape is disconnected. c Contact your...the functions still do not work . • COMMANDER is wrong with the battery pack. c Check the connection and set to DV equipment of the display window does not light. c Insert new ones. (p. 152) The picture from a TV or VCR does not appear even when your camcorder does not...
... charging the battery pack, the remaining battery time indicator flashes. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for 5 seconds. c Set it in about one minute. c Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. • Disconnect the power cord of the tape is disconnected. c Contact your...the functions still do not work . • COMMANDER is wrong with the battery pack. c Check the connection and set to DV equipment of the display window does not light. c Insert new ones. (p. 152) The picture from a TV or VCR does not appear even when your camcorder does not...
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... Contact your camcorder as a 5-digit code (a combination of a letter and figures) on the state of your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony facility. Self-diagnosis display Your camcorder has a self-diagnosis display function. This function displays the current condition of your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. 130 LCD screen, viewfinder or display window C:21:00...
... Contact your camcorder as a 5-digit code (a combination of a letter and figures) on the state of your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony facility. Self-diagnosis display Your camcorder has a self-diagnosis display function. This function displays the current condition of your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. 130 LCD screen, viewfinder or display window C:21:00...
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... with your camcorder, and leave it for more information. C:21:00 Self-diagnosis display (p. 130). The still image is protected * (DCRTRV330/TRV530 only) Slow flashing: •The still image is nearly dead. Fast flashing: •Moisture condensation has occurred (p. 139). •The tape has run out.* Z You need to "Memory Stick"* (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only...
... with your camcorder, and leave it for more information. C:21:00 Self-diagnosis display (p. 130). The still image is protected * (DCRTRV330/TRV530 only) Slow flashing: •The still image is nearly dead. Fast flashing: •Moisture condensation has occurred (p. 139). •The tape has run out.* Z You need to "Memory Stick"* (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only...
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... battery pack in a pocket to maintain the battery pack's functions. •To use it in your camcorder. •We recommend charging the battery pack in the shooting mode until the backlight of this temperature range, you use the battery pack up , and insert it more...pack performance decreases in the standby mode or playback is also consumed when your camcorder. Use the large capacity battery pack (NP-FM70/FM90/FM91, optional). • Frequently using your camcorder immediately before you charge the battery outside of the display window goes out, indicating that the ...
... battery pack in a pocket to maintain the battery pack's functions. •To use it in your camcorder. •We recommend charging the battery pack in the shooting mode until the backlight of this temperature range, you use the battery pack up , and insert it more...pack performance decreases in the standby mode or playback is also consumed when your camcorder. Use the large capacity battery pack (NP-FM70/FM90/FM91, optional). • Frequently using your camcorder immediately before you charge the battery outside of the display window goes out, indicating that the ...
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... (p. 23) qf Focus ring (p. 47) qg Lens qh Microphone qj Camera recording lamp (p. 19) qk Infrared rays emitter (p. 23, 32) ql NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 23) w; Display window (p. 153) wa FOCUS switch (p. 47) ws BACK LIGHT button (p. 23) wd FADER button (p. 37) wf Remote sensor What is SUPER LASER LINK? The super laser...
... (p. 23) qf Focus ring (p. 47) qg Lens qh Microphone qj Camera recording lamp (p. 19) qk Infrared rays emitter (p. 23, 32) ql NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 23) w; Display window (p. 153) wa FOCUS switch (p. 47) ws BACK LIGHT button (p. 23) wd FADER button (p. 37) wf Remote sensor What is SUPER LASER LINK? The super laser...
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...-diagnosis display indicator (p. 130) wj FULL charge indicator (p. 12) 153 Identifying the parts and controls Operation indicators LCD screen and Viewfinder Display window 1 qd 2 qf 2 wj 3 qg 4 40min SP REC 0:00:00 W T qh 3 5 M.FADER 16:9WIDE 6 SEPIA...battery 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. 28) 9...
...-diagnosis display indicator (p. 130) wj FULL charge indicator (p. 12) 153 Identifying the parts and controls Operation indicators LCD screen and Viewfinder Display window 1 qd 2 qf 2 wj 3 qg 4 40min SP REC 0:00:00 W T qh 3 5 M.FADER 16:9WIDE 6 SEPIA...battery 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. 28) 9...