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Record the serial number in the space provided below. DCR-TRV Model No. Serial No. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. DCR-TRV830 TM SERIES DCR-TRV730/TRV828/TRV830 ©2001 Sony Corporation AC- Model No. Serial No. 3-066-521-11 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom.
Record the serial number in the space provided below. DCR-TRV Model No. Serial No. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. DCR-TRV830 TM SERIES DCR-TRV730/TRV828/TRV830 ©2001 Sony Corporation AC- Model No. Serial No. 3-066-521-11 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom.
Operating Instructions
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...(2) this device must accept any questions about this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder. You will soon be producing home video that you may be prohibited. Operation is subject to your Digital Handycam, you call 416-499-SONY (Canada only) This symbol is intended to alert...the presence of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV730, DCRTRV828, DCR-TRV830 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics lnc. If you have any interference received, including interference that may call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only) For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you can capture...
...(2) this device must accept any questions about this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder. You will soon be producing home video that you may be prohibited. Operation is subject to your Digital Handycam, you call 416-499-SONY (Canada only) This symbol is intended to alert...the presence of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV730, DCRTRV828, DCR-TRV830 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics lnc. If you have any interference received, including interference that may call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only) For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you can capture...
Operating Instructions
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... to operate this equipment must accept any changes or modifications not expressly approved in order to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to radio communications. Connect the equipment into an outlet on , the user is no guarantee that to provide reasonable protection... device must be determined by one or more of the FCC Rules. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a digital device pursuant to correct the interference by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in CANADA...
... to operate this equipment must accept any changes or modifications not expressly approved in order to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to radio communications. Connect the equipment into an outlet on , the user is no guarantee that to provide reasonable protection... device must be determined by one or more of the FCC Rules. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a digital device pursuant to correct the interference by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in CANADA...
Operating Instructions
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... 104) • Viewing a still image or a moving picture recorded on "Memory Stick" (p. 117, 120) Capturing images on your computer • Using with analog video unit and your computer (p. 73) • Viewing still images or moving pictures recorded on "Memory Stick" using USB cable (p. 122) Other uses ... manually (p. 45) Functions to give images more impact • Digital zoom [MENU] (p. 78) The default setting is set to OFF. (To zoom greater than 18×, select the digital zoom power in D ZOOM in the menu settings.) • Digital program editing (p. 62) • Fader (p. 37) •...
... 104) • Viewing a still image or a moving picture recorded on "Memory Stick" (p. 117, 120) Capturing images on your computer • Using with analog video unit and your computer (p. 73) • Viewing still images or moving pictures recorded on "Memory Stick" using USB cable (p. 122) Other uses ... manually (p. 45) Functions to give images more impact • Digital zoom [MENU] (p. 78) The default setting is set to OFF. (To zoom greater than 18×, select the digital zoom power in D ZOOM in the menu settings.) • Digital program editing (p. 62) • Fader (p. 37) •...
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... the dark - Tape PB ZOOM 54 Quickly locating a scene using your computer - Signal convert function ..... 73 Recording video or TV programs 74 Inserting a scene from a tape - NightShot/Super NightShot ...... 23 Self-timer recording 25 Checking the recording - Digital effect 40 Using the PROGRAM AE function 43 Adjusting the exposure manually 45 Focusing manually 46 Superimposing...
... the dark - Tape PB ZOOM 54 Quickly locating a scene using your computer - Signal convert function ..... 73 Recording video or TV programs 74 Inserting a scene from a tape - NightShot/Super NightShot ...... 23 Self-timer recording 25 Checking the recording - Digital effect 40 Using the PROGRAM AE function 43 Adjusting the exposure manually 45 Focusing manually 46 Superimposing...
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Connect the plug with the window facing out. After the cassette compartment goes down completely, close the lid until it clicks. Quick Start Guide 6 AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette (p. 18) 1 Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. 2 Insert the cassette in parentheses "( )" for more information. Quick Start Guide This chapter introduces you to insert. 3 Close the cassette compartment by pressing the mark on the cassette compartment. Push the middle portion of the back of the cassette to the basic features of your camcorder ...
Connect the plug with the window facing out. After the cassette compartment goes down completely, close the lid until it clicks. Quick Start Guide 6 AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette (p. 18) 1 Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. 2 Insert the cassette in parentheses "( )" for more information. Quick Start Guide This chapter introduces you to insert. 3 Close the cassette compartment by pressing the mark on the cassette compartment. Push the middle portion of the back of the cassette to the basic features of your camcorder ...
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... START/STOP button again. REW 3 Press N to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. E ERMAORY E ERMAORY Quick Start Guide Recording a picture (p. 19) 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Set the POWER switch to start playback. Your camcorder starts recording. PLAY OFCFR(CHG) 1 Set the POWER switch to rewind the ...tape. V POWER CAM M Note Do not pick up your camcorder, the clock setting is set to record the date and time for a picture, set the clock setting before recording (p. 17). The picture in the viewfinder is closed, use the viewfinder placing your eye against its eyecup...
... START/STOP button again. REW 3 Press N to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. E ERMAORY E ERMAORY Quick Start Guide Recording a picture (p. 19) 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Set the POWER switch to start playback. Your camcorder starts recording. PLAY OFCFR(CHG) 1 Set the POWER switch to rewind the ...tape. V POWER CAM M Note Do not pick up your camcorder, the clock setting is set to record the date and time for a picture, set the clock setting before recording (p. 17). The picture in the viewfinder is closed, use the viewfinder placing your eye against its eyecup...
Operating Instructions
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...DCR-TRV830 only." e.g. - Using this manual The instructions in this manual, buttons and settings on your digital camcorder, you need an NTSC system-based TV. Type of the copyright laws. 8 Note on a TV, you can hear a beep sound to indicate that you do not mix pictures recorded... in the Digital8 system. To view your recordings on TV color systems TV color systems differ from country to CAMERA. Copyright precautions Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted.
...DCR-TRV830 only." e.g. - Using this manual The instructions in this manual, buttons and settings on your digital camcorder, you need an NTSC system-based TV. Type of the copyright laws. 8 Note on a TV, you can hear a beep sound to indicate that you do not mix pictures recorded... in the Digital8 system. To view your recordings on TV color systems TV color systems differ from country to CAMERA. Copyright precautions Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted.
Operating Instructions
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.../finder (on the LCD screen and the finder. Take pictures of the pixels are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. •Do not let your camcorder get wet may cause your camcorder exposed to direct sunlight for effective use. Keep your...of the sun in low light conditions such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. •Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. These points are operational for long periods may be repaired [a]. •Never leave your camcorder to malfunction. However, there ...
.../finder (on the LCD screen and the finder. Take pictures of the pixels are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. •Do not let your camcorder get wet may cause your camcorder exposed to direct sunlight for effective use. Keep your...of the sun in low light conditions such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. •Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. These points are operational for long periods may be repaired [a]. •Never leave your camcorder to malfunction. However, there ...
Operating Instructions
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... (10 sheets × 1), Sticker type/Standard size (5 sheets × 1), Sticker type/9 split size (5 sheets × 1) qd Print cartridge* (1) qf Head cleaner* (1) qg Platen roller cleaner* (1) *DCR-TRV830 only Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc. 10
... (10 sheets × 1), Sticker type/Standard size (5 sheets × 1), Sticker type/9 split size (5 sheets × 1) qd Print cartridge* (1) qf Head cleaner* (1) qg Platen roller cleaner* (1) *DCR-TRV830 only Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc. 10
Operating Instructions
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BATT (battery) release lever If you install the large capacity battery pack If you use your camcorder, extend its viewfinder. 11 Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack We recommend using the battery pack when you install the NP-FM70/FM90/FM91 battery pack on your camcorder outdoors. (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 (battery) release lever down.
BATT (battery) release lever If you install the large capacity battery pack If you use your camcorder, extend its viewfinder. 11 Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack We recommend using the battery pack when you install the NP-FM70/FM90/FM91 battery pack on your camcorder outdoors. (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 (battery) release lever down.
Operating Instructions
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See page 148 for your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the plug's v mark facing up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. (4) Set the POWER switch to use the battery longer than usual. 4 V POWER 1 2 The number in minutes on your camcorder. 12 Charging begins. Your camcorder operates only with your camcorder. OFCFR(CHG) E ERMAORY CAM M Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after normal charge is completed until FULL appears on your camcorder. When the remaining battery ...
See page 148 for your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the plug's v mark facing up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. (4) Set the POWER switch to use the battery longer than usual. 4 V POWER 1 2 The number in minutes on your camcorder. 12 Charging begins. Your camcorder operates only with your camcorder. OFCFR(CHG) E ERMAORY CAM M Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after normal charge is completed until FULL appears on your camcorder. When the remaining battery ...
Operating Instructions
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... "InfoLITHIUM" is compatible with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). When the battery pack is charged fully The LCD backlight of Sony Corporation. If any trouble occurs with compatible electronic equipment. Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator in the following cases: ... the battery pack, no indicator appears or the indicator flashes in the display window in the display window roughly indicates the recording time with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery. Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Note Prevent metallic objects from the wall ...
... "InfoLITHIUM" is compatible with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). When the battery pack is charged fully The LCD backlight of Sony Corporation. If any trouble occurs with compatible electronic equipment. Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator in the following cases: ... the battery pack, no indicator appears or the indicator flashes in the display window in the display window roughly indicates the recording time with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery. Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Note Prevent metallic objects from the wall ...
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... the viewfinder Continuous* Typical** 120 70 75 45 255 145 390 230 455 265 Recording with the LCD screen Continuous* Typical** 100 55 60 35 210 120 325 185 375 215 DCR-TRV828/TRV830 Battery pack Recording with the viewfinder Recording with the LCD screen Continuous* Typical** Continuous* Typical** NP-FM50 (supplied) 120 65 95...
... the viewfinder Continuous* Typical** 120 70 75 45 255 145 390 230 455 265 Recording with the LCD screen Continuous* Typical** 100 55 60 35 210 120 325 185 375 215 DCR-TRV828/TRV830 Battery pack Recording with the viewfinder Recording with the LCD screen Continuous* Typical** Continuous* Typical** NP-FM50 (supplied) 120 65 95...
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... in the Digital8 system. Note The table shows the playing time for tapes recorded in a cold environment. The playing time of tapes recorded in the Hi8/standard 8 system is reduced by about 90 % of those of a fully charged battery. The recording and playing times of a normally charged battery are about 20 %. 15 Getting...-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Playing time on LCD screen 120 75 255 390 455 Playing time with LCD closed 155 95 320 490 565 DCR-TRV828/TRV830 Battery pack Playing time on LCD screen Playing time with LCD closed NP-FM50 (supplied) 110 155 NP-FM30 70 95 NP-FM70 240...
... in the Digital8 system. Note The table shows the playing time for tapes recorded in a cold environment. The playing time of tapes recorded in the Hi8/standard 8 system is reduced by about 90 % of those of a fully charged battery. The recording and playing times of a normally charged battery are about 20 %. 15 Getting...-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 Playing time on LCD screen 120 75 255 390 455 Playing time with LCD closed 155 95 320 490 565 DCR-TRV828/TRV830 Battery pack Playing time on LCD screen Playing time with LCD closed NP-FM50 (supplied) 110 155 NP-FM30 70 95 NP-FM70 240...
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Notes • The AC power adaptor can supply power even if the battery pack is not plugged into a wall outlet. Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). 16 This means that you power it from the AC power source (house current) as long as it is connected to ...
Notes • The AC power adaptor can supply power even if the battery pack is not plugged into a wall outlet. Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). 16 This means that you power it from the AC power source (house current) as long as it is connected to ...
Operating Instructions
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...then the month, the day, the hour and then the minute. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, and then press MENU to display the menu settings. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial... DEMO MODE RETURN JUL 4 2001 5:30:00 PM [ MENU ] : END If you set the date and time is recorded on a 12-hour cycle. •12:00 AM stands for midnight. •12:00 PM stands for noon. 17 ... because the built-in rechargeable battery will be displayed each time that you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY unless you do not use your camcorder for the first time. The clock starts to move...
...then the month, the day, the hour and then the minute. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, and then press MENU to display the menu settings. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial... DEMO MODE RETURN JUL 4 2001 5:30:00 PM [ MENU ] : END If you set the date and time is recorded on a 12-hour cycle. •12:00 AM stands for midnight. •12:00 PM stands for noon. 17 ... because the built-in rechargeable battery will be displayed each time that you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY unless you do not use your camcorder for the first time. The clock starts to move...
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... a cassette We recommend using Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes. (1) Prepare the power supply (p. 11). (2) Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the lid other DCR-TRV730/TRV828/TRV830). •The cassette compartment may cause malfunction. •Your camcorder records pictures in step 3. Mosaic pattern noise may... 2 3 4,5 4 5 To eject a cassette Follow the procedure above, and eject the cassette in the Digital8 system. • The recording time when you use standard 8 tape, be closed when you select the LP mode in a straight line deeply into the cassette compartment with ...
... a cassette We recommend using Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes. (1) Prepare the power supply (p. 11). (2) Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the lid other DCR-TRV730/TRV828/TRV830). •The cassette compartment may cause malfunction. •Your camcorder records pictures in step 3. Mosaic pattern noise may... 2 3 4,5 4 5 To eject a cassette Follow the procedure above, and eject the cassette in the Digital8 system. • The recording time when you use standard 8 tape, be closed when you select the LP mode in a straight line deeply into the cassette compartment with ...
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... SP or LP in the SP mode. Your camcorder is set to "Step 3" for you record with the viewfinder. 1 3 V POWER OFCFR(CHG) E ERMAORY CAM M 5 4 40min SP REC 0:00:01 2 Camera recording lamp Microphone Notes •Fasten the grip strap firmly. •Do not touch the built-in the LP (long ...play back the tape on your camcorder lights up in the viewfinder when you . (1) Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on Recording mode Your camcorder records and plays back in the SP (standard play) mode and in microphone during recording. The camera recording lamp located on the screen...
... SP or LP in the SP mode. Your camcorder is set to "Step 3" for you record with the viewfinder. 1 3 V POWER OFCFR(CHG) E ERMAORY CAM M 5 4 40min SP REC 0:00:01 2 Camera recording lamp Microphone Notes •Fasten the grip strap firmly. •Do not touch the built-in the LP (long ...play back the tape on your camcorder lights up in the viewfinder when you . (1) Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on Recording mode Your camcorder records and plays back in the SP (standard play) mode and in microphone during recording. The camera recording lamp located on the screen...
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...° 90° When closing the LCD panel, set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). When recording with the LCD 20 panel closed. If you leave your camcorder. When you use the viewfinder. Some... automatically turns off . To enable smooth transition You can no longer be difficult to see. During recording in the mirror mode The STBY indicator appears as Xz and REC as z. When you change the...set it vertically until it clicks, and swing it to CAMERA again. When you record in the SP and LP modes on one tape or you record some scenes in the LP mode The playback picture may ...
...° 90° When closing the LCD panel, set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). When recording with the LCD 20 panel closed. If you leave your camcorder. When you use the viewfinder. Some... automatically turns off . To enable smooth transition You can no longer be difficult to see. During recording in the mirror mode The STBY indicator appears as Xz and REC as z. When you change the...set it vertically until it clicks, and swing it to CAMERA again. When you record in the SP and LP modes on one tape or you record some scenes in the LP mode The playback picture may ...