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AC- DCR-TRV Model No. Serial No. Serial No. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. 3-059-592-13 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Model No. DCR-TRV20 DCR-TRV6/TRV11/TRV20 ©2000 Sony Corporation Record the serial number in the space provided below.
AC- DCR-TRV Model No. Serial No. Serial No. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. 3-059-592-13 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Model No. DCR-TRV20 DCR-TRV6/TRV11/TRV20 ©2000 Sony Corporation Record the serial number in the space provided below.
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... and time 92 "Memory Stick" Operations (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) Using a "Memory Stick" - Memory photo recording 100 Superimposing a still picture in a continuous loop - Photo save 111 Viewing a still picture - Picture effect .. 37 Using special effects - Title search 49 Searching a recording by title - introduction 93 Recording still images on a tape - Digital program editing 56 Identifying the parts and...
... and time 92 "Memory Stick" Operations (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) Using a "Memory Stick" - Memory photo recording 100 Superimposing a still picture in a continuous loop - Photo save 111 Viewing a still picture - Picture effect .. 37 Using special effects - Title search 49 Searching a recording by title - introduction 93 Recording still images on a tape - Digital program editing 56 Identifying the parts and...
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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) 4 NP-FM50...
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) 4 NP-FM50...
Operating Instructions
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... it faces the other way, the indicator appears on the LOCK switch (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) When you slide the LOCK switch to the right, the POWER switch can make the transition smooth even after ejecting the cassette if you recorded and the next scene is set it vertically until it clicks, and swing... it into the camcorder body. To resume the standby mode, set the POWER switch to CAMERA again. When you record in the SP and LP modes on one tape. •When you change the battery pack, set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG...
... it faces the other way, the indicator appears on the LOCK switch (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) When you slide the LOCK switch to the right, the POWER switch can make the transition smooth even after ejecting the cassette if you recorded and the next scene is set it vertically until it clicks, and swing... it into the camcorder body. To resume the standby mode, set the POWER switch to CAMERA again. When you record in the SP and LP modes on one tape. •When you change the battery pack, set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG...
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...× or 120× in the wide-angle position. TRV11/TRV20 only). 20 You can shoot a subject that is sharp. The digital zooming zone appears when you set to the "W" side until...the bar shows the digital zooming zone. When you shoot close to a subject If you move the power zoom lever to MEMORY (DCR- Notes on digital zoom •Digital zoom starts to function... sparingly results in better-looking recordings. Recording a picture Using the zoom feature Move the power zoom lever a little for a faster zoom. The digital zoom function is performed digitally, if you set to 20...
...× or 120× in the wide-angle position. TRV11/TRV20 only). 20 You can shoot a subject that is sharp. The digital zooming zone appears when you set to the "W" side until...the bar shows the digital zooming zone. When you shoot close to a subject If you move the power zoom lever to MEMORY (DCR- Notes on digital zoom •Digital zoom starts to function... sparingly results in better-looking recordings. Recording a picture Using the zoom feature Move the power zoom lever a little for a faster zoom. The digital zoom function is performed digitally, if you set to 20...
Operating Instructions
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... in the viewfinder while your camcorder is about 10 feet (3 m). Basics Recording a picture While using the Super NightShot function, you want to OFF (CHG) or VCR. 23 Memory mode (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) NightShot Light NightShot Light rays are infrared and so are invisible....the last two seconds of the countdown, the beep sound gets faster, then recording starts automatically. PROGRAM AE - Digital effect - The (self-timer) indicator appears on "Memory Stick"s Press SELFTIMER, then press PHOTO in the standby mode. Self-timer recording You can make a recording with a beep sound.
... in the viewfinder while your camcorder is about 10 feet (3 m). Basics Recording a picture While using the Super NightShot function, you want to OFF (CHG) or VCR. 23 Memory mode (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) NightShot Light NightShot Light rays are infrared and so are invisible....the last two seconds of the countdown, the beep sound gets faster, then recording starts automatically. PROGRAM AE - Digital effect - The (self-timer) indicator appears on "Memory Stick"s Press SELFTIMER, then press PHOTO in the standby mode. Self-timer recording You can make a recording with a beep sound.
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...CAMERA recording Press PHOTO deeper. Recording a still image on "Memory Stick"s (p. 100) (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only). (1) Set the POWER switch to the standby mode. You can record a still picture, for about 765 pictures in use If you record a moving subject with tape photo recording...(DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) Recording does not start yet. while the fader function is recorded for about seven seconds. while the digital effect function is completed. 2 CAPTURE PHOTO 1 3 PHOTO Notes • During tape photo recording, you record on the Remote Commander. Your camcorder records ...
...CAMERA recording Press PHOTO deeper. Recording a still image on "Memory Stick"s (p. 100) (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only). (1) Set the POWER switch to the standby mode. You can record a still picture, for about 765 pictures in use If you record a moving subject with tape photo recording...(DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) Recording does not start yet. while the fader function is recorded for about seven seconds. while the digital effect function is completed. 2 CAPTURE PHOTO 1 3 PHOTO Notes • During tape photo recording, you record on the Remote Commander. Your camcorder records ...
Operating Instructions
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...the fade in memory mode (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) 36 You cannot use the fader function. As the image is activated in the following functions: - At this stage, the picture may not be recorded clearly, depending on the bounce function (DCR-TRV6/TRV11 only) The BOUNCE indicator does... the bounce function, you cannot use the following functions (DCR- Low lux mode of all. (2) Press START/STOP. Focus - Note You cannot use the following functions while using the fader function. Exposure - TRV6/TRV11 only): - Digital effect - Picture effect Note on the tape condition. Using...
...the fade in memory mode (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) 36 You cannot use the fader function. As the image is activated in the following functions: - At this stage, the picture may not be recorded clearly, depending on the bounce function (DCR-TRV6/TRV11 only) The BOUNCE indicator does... the bounce function, you cannot use the following functions (DCR- Low lux mode of all. (2) Press START/STOP. Focus - Note You cannot use the following functions while using the fader function. Exposure - TRV6/TRV11 only): - Digital effect - Picture effect Note on the tape condition. Using...
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... and then IN from of the first program is cancelled. Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing Operation 1: Making the Program (1) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder, and insert a tape for recording into the VCR. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH... press the dial. (5) Search for the end of the first scene you want to insert using the video operation buttons, then pause playback (p. 27). (6) Press MARK on the Remote Commander (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only), or the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. You can set maximum of 20 programs. 5,7 STOP REW PLAY...
... and then IN from of the first program is cancelled. Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing Operation 1: Making the Program (1) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder, and insert a tape for recording into the VCR. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH... press the dial. (5) Search for the end of the first scene you want to insert using the video operation buttons, then pause playback (p. 27). (6) Press MARK on the Remote Commander (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only), or the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. You can set maximum of 20 programs. 5,7 STOP REW PLAY...
Operating Instructions
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... Press X on your camcorder. Use your camcorder as a recorder. (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to LCD in step 6, press X at the scene where you record from . 67 Using the Remote Commander (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) In step 4, press z REC and MARK simultaneously,... then immediately press X. Select a TV program if you want to record over) into the VCR. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (3) Set DISPLAY in to start recording from. 4 REC PAUSE OUT TV S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO S VIDEO AUDIO/VIDEO...
... Press X on your camcorder. Use your camcorder as a recorder. (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to LCD in step 6, press X at the scene where you record from . 67 Using the Remote Commander (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) In step 4, press z REC and MARK simultaneously,... then immediately press X. Select a TV program if you want to record over) into the VCR. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (3) Set DISPLAY in to start recording from. 4 REC PAUSE OUT TV S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO S VIDEO AUDIO/VIDEO...
Operating Instructions
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... camcorder at the scene where you want to start recording from . 4 REC PAUSE Editing DV S VIDEO LANC DV IN/OUT : Signal flow When you want to DV IN/OUT of the DV products. Using the Remote Commander (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) In step 4, press z REC and MARK... simultaneously, then immediately press X. Recording video or TV programs Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (not supplied) to DV IN/OUT and to start recording from . 69 With digital-to-digital connection, video...
... camcorder at the scene where you want to start recording from . 4 REC PAUSE Editing DV S VIDEO LANC DV IN/OUT : Signal flow When you want to DV IN/OUT of the DV products. Using the Remote Commander (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) In step 4, press z REC and MARK... simultaneously, then immediately press X. Recording video or TV programs Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (not supplied) to DV IN/OUT and to start recording from . 69 With digital-to-digital connection, video...
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And in the LP mode. If you insert scenes on a tape recorded with other camcorder (including other DCR-TRV6/TRV11/TRV20) The picture and sound may be erased when you want to erase the ZERO SET MEMORY indicator and begin from a VCR - We recommend that you... insert scenes on the portion between the insert start and end points will be distorted at the start recording from. The picture...
And in the LP mode. If you insert scenes on a tape recorded with other camcorder (including other DCR-TRV6/TRV11/TRV20) The picture and sound may be erased when you want to erase the ZERO SET MEMORY indicator and begin from a VCR - We recommend that you... insert scenes on the portion between the insert start and end points will be distorted at the start recording from. The picture...
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...• Intelligent accessory shoe • AUDIO/VIDEO jack • Built-in microphone If an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (not supplied) is connected to your camcorder If you add new sound on a tape recorded with another camcorder (including DCR-TRV6/TRV11/TRV20), the sound quality may become worse. Slide... the write-protect tab to 5. If you set the write-protect tab of the tape to be recorded on a tape already recorded in the LP mode. •...
...• Intelligent accessory shoe • AUDIO/VIDEO jack • Built-in microphone If an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (not supplied) is connected to your camcorder If you add new sound on a tape recorded with another camcorder (including DCR-TRV6/TRV11/TRV20), the sound quality may become worse. Slide... the write-protect tab to 5. If you set the write-protect tab of the tape to be recorded on a tape already recorded in the LP mode. •...
Operating Instructions
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...CAMERA VCR CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA CAMERA CAMERA CAMERA CAMERA MEMORY Notes on the position of each item z is performed digitally (p. 20). Your camcorder prevents excessive compensation for camera-shake. Icon/item P EFFECT Mode WHT BAL AUTO SHTR z ON OFF D ZOOM z OFF 20× 120× 16:9WIDE STEADYSHOT z OFF ON z ON OFF N.S. To activate the digital zoom. To record... icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) CM SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Selecting the mode setting of the POWER switch. To deactivate the digital zoom. To cancel ...
...CAMERA VCR CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA CAMERA CAMERA CAMERA CAMERA MEMORY Notes on the position of each item z is performed digitally (p. 20). Your camcorder prevents excessive compensation for camera-shake. Icon/item P EFFECT Mode WHT BAL AUTO SHTR z ON OFF D ZOOM z OFF 20× 120× 16:9WIDE STEADYSHOT z OFF ON z ON OFF N.S. To activate the digital zoom. To record... icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET (DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only) CM SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Selecting the mode setting of the POWER switch. To deactivate the digital zoom. To cancel ...
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... standard image quality mode, using the "Memory Stick" (p. 96). To record still pictures in the fine image quality mode, using the "Memory Stick" (p. 96). To write a print mark on IMAGE SIZE (DCR-TRV20 only): When you set CONTINUOUS to MULTI SCRN or you want to LOCK...To protect selected still pictures against accidental erasure (p. 120). To duplicate mini DV still pictures on "Memory VCR Stick"(p. 111). *1) DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only *2) DCR-TRV20 only Note on the recorded still images you set the POWER switch to VCR, IMAGE SIZE is set to protect still pictures. MEMORY To...
... standard image quality mode, using the "Memory Stick" (p. 96). To record still pictures in the fine image quality mode, using the "Memory Stick" (p. 96). To write a print mark on IMAGE SIZE (DCR-TRV20 only): When you set CONTINUOUS to MULTI SCRN or you want to LOCK...To protect selected still pictures against accidental erasure (p. 120). To duplicate mini DV still pictures on "Memory VCR Stick"(p. 111). *1) DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only *2) DCR-TRV20 only Note on the recorded still images you set the POWER switch to VCR, IMAGE SIZE is set to protect still pictures. MEMORY To...
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introduction - DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only You can easily play back still images on a "Memory Stick" supplied with...other equipment such as in a car parked in JPEG format (extension .jpg). Under direct sunlight. - You can record and play back, record or delete still images. On file format (JPEG) Your camcorder compresses image data in the sun or under the ...for "Memory Stick" (not supplied). Using a "Memory Stick" Terminal Write-protect tab Labeling position •You cannot record or erase still images when the write-protect tab on the labeling position. •Do not bend, drop or ...
introduction - DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only You can easily play back still images on a "Memory Stick" supplied with...other equipment such as in a car parked in JPEG format (extension .jpg). Under direct sunlight. - You can record and play back, record or delete still images. On file format (JPEG) Your camcorder compresses image data in the sun or under the ...for "Memory Stick" (not supplied). Using a "Memory Stick" Terminal Write-protect tab Labeling position •You cannot record or erase still images when the write-protect tab on the labeling position. •Do not bend, drop or ...
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...the LOCK switch is complete when the bar scroll indicator disappears. 1 POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 2 PHOTO 3 PHOTO 1 / 100 CAPTURE Number of images can record still pictures on the "Memory Stick" Number of the picture and are fixed. The image displayed...be recorded on "Memory Stick"s. Recording is set to MEMORY. The brightness of the picture and focus are adjusted, being targeted for the middle of recorded images 100 Recording still images on a "Memory Stick." Recording does not start yet. (3) Press PHOTO deeper. DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only You can be recorded ...
...the LOCK switch is complete when the bar scroll indicator disappears. 1 POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 2 PHOTO 3 PHOTO 1 / 100 CAPTURE Number of images can record still pictures on the "Memory Stick" Number of the picture and are fixed. The image displayed...be recorded on "Memory Stick"s. Recording is set to MEMORY. The brightness of the picture and focus are adjusted, being targeted for the middle of recorded images 100 Recording still images on a "Memory Stick." Recording does not start yet. (3) Press PHOTO deeper. DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only You can be recorded ...
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... on the top of a still picture such as background. LUMI Moving picture Still picture C. CHROM (Camera chromakey) You can superimpose a still picture you have recorded on a "Memory Stick" on a "Memory Stick" before a trip or event for convenience. DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only You can superimpose a moving picture will be used as a handwritten illustration or title with...
... on the top of a still picture such as background. LUMI Moving picture Still picture C. CHROM (Camera chromakey) You can superimpose a still picture you have recorded on a "Memory Stick" on a "Memory Stick" before a trip or event for convenience. DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only You can superimpose a moving picture will be used as a handwritten illustration or title with...
Operating Instructions
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... (1) Set the POWER switch to 640 × 480. VCR 2 REW PLAY FF 1 POWER OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 108 3 4 CAPTURE PHOTO PHOTO Image size of the "Memory Stick." Recording does not start yet. (4) Press PHOTO deeper. When the access lamp is complete when the bar scroll indicator ...turn the power off , eject a "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Recording is lit or flashing Never shake or strike the unit. DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a mini DV tape and record it as a still image - If " " appears on a "Memory Stick". ...
... (1) Set the POWER switch to 640 × 480. VCR 2 REW PLAY FF 1 POWER OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 108 3 4 CAPTURE PHOTO PHOTO Image size of the "Memory Stick." Recording does not start yet. (4) Press PHOTO deeper. When the access lamp is complete when the bar scroll indicator ...turn the power off , eject a "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Recording is lit or flashing Never shake or strike the unit. DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a mini DV tape and record it as a still image - If " " appears on a "Memory Stick". ...
Operating Instructions
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"PHOTO BUTTON" appears on the LCD screen or in sequence. The number of still images copied is completed. OFF(CHG) VCR 1 POWER CAMERA MEMORY 2 MENU 3 5 PHOTO PHOTO SAVE 0 : 00 : 00 : 00 4 / 15 SAV I NG 0 [MENU] : END MEMORY SET QUAL I TY PR I NT MARK PROTECT PHOTO ...SAVE 0 : 30 : 00 : 00 8 / 15 END 4 [MENU] : END 111 "Memory Stick" Operations Copying still images from the mini DV tape is recorded on a "Memory Stick" in the viewfinder. (5) Press PHOTO deeper. DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only Using the search function, you can automatically take in only still images from mini DV tapes and...
"PHOTO BUTTON" appears on the LCD screen or in sequence. The number of still images copied is completed. OFF(CHG) VCR 1 POWER CAMERA MEMORY 2 MENU 3 5 PHOTO PHOTO SAVE 0 : 00 : 00 : 00 4 / 15 SAV I NG 0 [MENU] : END MEMORY SET QUAL I TY PR I NT MARK PROTECT PHOTO ...SAVE 0 : 30 : 00 : 00 8 / 15 END 4 [MENU] : END 111 "Memory Stick" Operations Copying still images from the mini DV tape is recorded on a "Memory Stick" in the viewfinder. (5) Press PHOTO deeper. DCR-TRV11/TRV20 only Using the search function, you can automatically take in only still images from mini DV tapes and...