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...Changing the menu settings 85 Resetting the date and time 92 "Memory Stick" Operations (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) Using a "Memory Stick" - Photo save 111 Viewing a still...Signal convert function 66 Recording video or TV programs ....... 67 Inserting a scene from a mini DV tape - Title search 49 Searching a recording by title - Memory photo recording 100 Superimposing a ...with digital effects ... 46 Enlarging images recorded on tapes - PB ZOOM 47 Quickly locating a scene using the zero set memory function 48 Searching the boundaries of contents Checking supplied accessories 5...
...Changing the menu settings 85 Resetting the date and time 92 "Memory Stick" Operations (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) Using a "Memory Stick" - Photo save 111 Viewing a still...Signal convert function 66 Recording video or TV programs ....... 67 Inserting a scene from a mini DV tape - Title search 49 Searching a recording by title - Memory photo recording 100 Superimposing a ...with digital effects ... 46 Enlarging images recorded on tapes - PB ZOOM 47 Quickly locating a scene using the zero set memory function 48 Searching the boundaries of contents Checking supplied accessories 5...
Operating Instructions
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Getting started Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 or RMT-808 RMT-811 3 4 5 6 7 DCR-TRV20 DCR-TRV6/TRV11 8 9 or 0 qa 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 149) RMT-808: DCR-TRV6 RMT-811: DCR-TRV11/TRV20 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 11) 3 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 149...
Getting started Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 or RMT-808 RMT-811 3 4 5 6 7 DCR-TRV20 DCR-TRV6/TRV11 8 9 or 0 qa 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 149) RMT-808: DCR-TRV6 RMT-811: DCR-TRV11/TRV20 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 11) 3 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 149...
Operating Instructions
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... a speaker. The original sound will not be erased. Editing Audio dubbing You can record an audio sound to add to a TV. Connecting the microphone with the intelligent accessory shoe Microphone (not supplied) Intelligent Accessory Shoe 73 Connecting the microphone with the MIC jack MIC (PLUG IN POWER) : ...ending points. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. If you connect the audio equipment, you can check the recorded picture and sound by connecting the AUDIO/VIDEO jack to the original sound on a tape by using the TV or headphones. Check the sound by connecting ...
... a speaker. The original sound will not be erased. Editing Audio dubbing You can record an audio sound to add to a TV. Connecting the microphone with the intelligent accessory shoe Microphone (not supplied) Intelligent Accessory Shoe 73 Connecting the microphone with the MIC jack MIC (PLUG IN POWER) : ...ending points. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. If you connect the audio equipment, you can check the recorded picture and sound by connecting the AUDIO/VIDEO jack to the original sound on a tape by using the TV or headphones. Check the sound by connecting ...
Operating Instructions
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... (32 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz) (p. 89). • New sound cannot be recorded will take precedence over others in the following order. • MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack • Intelligent accessory shoe • AUDIO/VIDEO jack • Built-in microphone If an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (not supplied)...jack. On blank portions You cannot add an audio. 76 If you add new sound on a tape already recorded in the LP mode. • You cannot add audio with another camcorder (including DCR-TRV6/TRV11/TRV20), the sound quality may become worse. We recommend that you add new sound on a tape...
... (32 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz) (p. 89). • New sound cannot be recorded will take precedence over others in the following order. • MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack • Intelligent accessory shoe • AUDIO/VIDEO jack • Built-in microphone If an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (not supplied)...jack. On blank portions You cannot add an audio. 76 If you add new sound on a tape already recorded in the LP mode. • You cannot add audio with another camcorder (including DCR-TRV6/TRV11/TRV20), the sound quality may become worse. We recommend that you add new sound on a tape...
Operating Instructions
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...when you install it deeper to MEMORY. You cannot cancel the self-timer recording using the video flash light (not supplied) The video flash light does not work in the viewfinder. (3) Press PHOTO. Self-timer recording is automatically canceled when: - To check the picture to OFF (CHG)... appears on using the Remote Commander. PHOTO PHOTO SELFTIMER To cancel self-timer recording Press SELFTIMER so that the LOCK switch is set to the intelligent accessory shoe. Self-timer memory photo recording You can check the picture with pressing the PHOTO button lightly, then press...
...when you install it deeper to MEMORY. You cannot cancel the self-timer recording using the video flash light (not supplied) The video flash light does not work in the viewfinder. (3) Press PHOTO. Self-timer recording is automatically canceled when: - To check the picture to OFF (CHG)... appears on using the Remote Commander. PHOTO PHOTO SELFTIMER To cancel self-timer recording Press SELFTIMER so that the LOCK switch is set to the intelligent accessory shoe. Self-timer memory photo recording You can check the picture with pressing the PHOTO button lightly, then press...
Operating Instructions
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... object on it. To disconnect the power cord, pull it out by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. • Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock...8.4 V (AC power adaptor). • For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in this operating instructions. • If any solid object or liquid get into ...; Remove the tape, and periodically turn on the power, operate the CAMERA and VCR sections and play back a tape for a long time. •...Clean the lens with the metal parts of the tape and if the recording tab is not a malfunction. This will damage the cord and may cause...
... object on it. To disconnect the power cord, pull it out by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. • Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock...8.4 V (AC power adaptor). • For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in this operating instructions. • If any solid object or liquid get into ...; Remove the tape, and periodically turn on the power, operate the CAMERA and VCR sections and play back a tape for a long time. •...Clean the lens with the metal parts of the tape and if the recording tab is not a malfunction. This will damage the cord and may cause...
Operating Instructions
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... Input impedance more than 47 kilohms DV input/output 4-pin connector Headphone jack Stereo minijack (ø 3.5 mm) (LANC) jack (DCR-TRV6) DIGITAL I/O/ (LANC) jack (DCR-TRV11/TRV20) Special mini-minijack (ø 2.5 mm) MIC jack Minijack, 0.388 mV low impedance with 2.5 to 3.0 V DC...Minimum illumination DCR-TRV6/TRV11: 5 lux (F 1.7) DCR-TRV20: 7 lux (F 1.8) 0 lux (in the NightShot mode)* * Objects unable to be seen due to the dark can be shot with infrared lighting. Specifications Video camera recorder System Video recording system 2 rotary heads Helical scanning system Audio recording system ...
... Input impedance more than 47 kilohms DV input/output 4-pin connector Headphone jack Stereo minijack (ø 3.5 mm) (LANC) jack (DCR-TRV6) DIGITAL I/O/ (LANC) jack (DCR-TRV11/TRV20) Special mini-minijack (ø 2.5 mm) MIC jack Minijack, 0.388 mV low impedance with 2.5 to 3.0 V DC...Minimum illumination DCR-TRV6/TRV11: 5 lux (F 1.7) DCR-TRV20: 7 lux (F 1.8) 0 lux (in the NightShot mode)* * Objects unable to be seen due to the dark can be shot with infrared lighting. Specifications Video camera recorder System Video recording system 2 rotary heads Helical scanning system Audio recording system ...
Operating Instructions
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When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recommends that this "GENUINE VIDEO ACCESSORIES" mark. Attaching the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap supplied with this product is a genuine accessory for the shoulder strap. 144 - Identifying the parts and controls Camcorder 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 1 Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 19) 2 Display window (p. 150) 3... 5 EXPOSURE button (p. 43) 6 SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 33, 85) 7 Hooks for shoulder strap This mark indicates that you purchase accessories with your camcorder to the hooks for Sony video products. Quick Reference -
When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recommends that this "GENUINE VIDEO ACCESSORIES" mark. Attaching the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap supplied with this product is a genuine accessory for the shoulder strap. 144 - Identifying the parts and controls Camcorder 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 1 Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 19) 2 Display window (p. 150) 3... 5 EXPOSURE button (p. 43) 6 SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 33, 85) 7 Hooks for shoulder strap This mark indicates that you purchase accessories with your camcorder to the hooks for Sony video products. Quick Reference -
Operating Instructions
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...wa BACK LIGHT button (p. 21) Quick Reference Notes on the intelligent accessory shoe •The intelligent accessory shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light or microphone. •The intelligent accessory shoe is linked to the POWER switch, allowing you to the ... and off. To connect an accessory, press down and pull out the accessory. 145 LCD BRIGHT +/- Identifying the parts and controls H I J K L M N O 8 EDITSEARCH buttons (p. 24) 9 Intelligent accessory shoe (p. 73) 0 Focus ring (p. 44) qa FOCUS switch (p. 44) qs Camera recording lamp (p. 16) qd Microphone...
...wa BACK LIGHT button (p. 21) Quick Reference Notes on the intelligent accessory shoe •The intelligent accessory shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light or microphone. •The intelligent accessory shoe is linked to the POWER switch, allowing you to the ... and off. To connect an accessory, press down and pull out the accessory. 145 LCD BRIGHT +/- Identifying the parts and controls H I J K L M N O 8 EDITSEARCH buttons (p. 24) 9 Intelligent accessory shoe (p. 73) 0 Focus ring (p. 44) qa FOCUS switch (p. 44) qs Camera recording lamp (p. 16) qd Microphone...
Operating Instructions
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... LIGHT 21 Battery pack 10 Beep 91 BOUNCE 35 C, D Camera chromakey 105 Cassette memory 8, 125 Charging battery 11 Charging vanadium-... 102 Data code 26 Date search 50 DEMO 90 DIGITAL EFFECT 38, 46 DIGITAL I/O/ (LANC 148 Digital program editing ......... 56 DISPLAY 26 Dual sound track ...13 Infrared rays emitter ... 22, 29, 59 Insert editing 71 Intelligent accessory shoe .... 145 JPEG 93 LANC 148 Labeling a cassette 83 LCD screen...145 RESET 133 S S video jack 28, 54, 67 Self-diagnosis display .......... 134 Self-timer recording 23 SEL/PUSH EXEC dial...Sony Corporation Printed in Japan
... LIGHT 21 Battery pack 10 Beep 91 BOUNCE 35 C, D Camera chromakey 105 Cassette memory 8, 125 Charging battery 11 Charging vanadium-... 102 Data code 26 Date search 50 DEMO 90 DIGITAL EFFECT 38, 46 DIGITAL I/O/ (LANC 148 Digital program editing ......... 56 DISPLAY 26 Dual sound track ...13 Infrared rays emitter ... 22, 29, 59 Insert editing 71 Intelligent accessory shoe .... 145 JPEG 93 LANC 148 Labeling a cassette 83 LCD screen...145 RESET 133 S S video jack 28, 54, 67 Self-diagnosis display .......... 134 Self-timer recording 23 SEL/PUSH EXEC dial...Sony Corporation Printed in Japan