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3-080-369-11(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. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. DCR-TRV Model No. AC Serial No Serial No DCR-TRV33 DCR-TRV19/TRV22/TRV33 ©2003 Sony Corporation Model No. Record the serial number in the space provided below.
3-080-369-11(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. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. DCR-TRV Model No. AC Serial No Serial No DCR-TRV33 DCR-TRV19/TRV22/TRV33 ©2003 Sony Corporation Model No. Record the serial number in the space provided below.
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...you can help preserve our environment by returning your Handycam, you . This symbol is subject to use. "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV22/ TRV33 only) This device complies with superior picture and sound quality. Notice If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to ...Part 15 of this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this Sony Handycam. Congratulations on your purchase of the FCC Rules. With your used rechargeable batteries to the presence of rechargeable batteries, ...
...you can help preserve our environment by returning your Handycam, you . This symbol is subject to use. "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV22/ TRV33 only) This device complies with superior picture and sound quality. Notice If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to ...Part 15 of this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this Sony Handycam. Congratulations on your purchase of the FCC Rules. With your used rechargeable batteries to the presence of rechargeable batteries, ...
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... (1) This device may cause undesired operation. 3 Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV19 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to provide reasonable ...protection against harmful interference in the U.S.A. For customers in a residential installation. CAUTION You are designed to comply with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV22 Responsible Party: Sony...
... (1) This device may cause undesired operation. 3 Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV19 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to provide reasonable ...protection against harmful interference in the U.S.A. For customers in a residential installation. CAUTION You are designed to comply with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV22 Responsible Party: Sony...
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...(p. 39) •Recording still images on the "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV22/ TRV33 only) (p. 46, 114) •Recording moving pictures on the "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV22/ TRV33 only) (p. 125) •Viewing still images recorded on the "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV22/ TRV33 only) (p. 135) •Viewing moving pictures recorded on ... cable (p. 148) •Viewing images recorded on the "Memory Stick" using the USB cable (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) (p. 149) •Capturing images on the computer from your camcorder using the USB cable (p. 161) •Converting an analog signal into digital to capture images onto...
...(p. 39) •Recording still images on the "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV22/ TRV33 only) (p. 46, 114) •Recording moving pictures on the "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV22/ TRV33 only) (p. 125) •Viewing still images recorded on the "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV22/ TRV33 only) (p. 135) •Viewing moving pictures recorded on ... cable (p. 148) •Viewing images recorded on the "Memory Stick" using the USB cable (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) (p. 149) •Capturing images on the computer from your camcorder using the USB cable (p. 161) •Converting an analog signal into digital to capture images onto...
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... 62) •Manual exposure (p. 64) •Flexible Spot Meter (p. 65) Functions for giving a natural appearance to your camcorder. The DCR-TRV33 is the model used for example, "DCR-TRV33 only." 5 LANDSCAPE •Manual focus (p. 66) •Spot Focus (p. 67) Functions for using after recording •...Zero set memory (p. 75) •Title search (p. 76) •Digital program editing (p. 84, 130*) * DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only Before you start reading this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of your recordings •PROGRAM AE (p. 62) - Any...
... 62) •Manual exposure (p. 64) •Flexible Spot Meter (p. 65) Functions for giving a natural appearance to your camcorder. The DCR-TRV33 is the model used for example, "DCR-TRV33 only." 5 LANDSCAPE •Manual focus (p. 66) •Spot Focus (p. 67) Functions for using after recording •...Zero set memory (p. 75) •Title search (p. 76) •Digital program editing (p. 84, 130*) * DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only Before you start reading this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of your recordings •PROGRAM AE (p. 62) - Any...
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...Checking recordings - Basics Playing back tape 39 To display the screen indicators - Picture effect .. 58 Using special effects - Digital effect (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only 59 Using PROGRAM AE 62 Adjusting the exposure manually ...... 64 Using spot light-metering function - Frame recording 69 Using the ...Recording Operations Recording still images on "Memory Stick" during tape recording standby or tape recording (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only 46 Recording a still image on tape - Tape Photo recording (DCR-TRV19 only 48 Self-timer recording 50 Adjusting the white balance manually 52 Using the wide...
...Checking recordings - Basics Playing back tape 39 To display the screen indicators - Picture effect .. 58 Using special effects - Digital effect (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only 59 Using PROGRAM AE 62 Adjusting the exposure manually ...... 64 Using spot light-metering function - Frame recording 69 Using the ...Recording Operations Recording still images on "Memory Stick" during tape recording standby or tape recording (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only 46 Recording a still image on tape - Tape Photo recording (DCR-TRV19 only 48 Self-timer recording 50 Adjusting the white balance manually 52 Using the wide...
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... from tape as a moving picture - Memory Photo playback .......... 135 Viewing a moving picture - Signal convert function (DCR-TRV22/ TRV33 only 173 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 175 Troubleshooting Types of contents Getting Started "Memory Stick" Operations (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) Using "Memory Stick 106 Inserting/Ejecting the "Memory Stick 109 Selecting image quality and...
... from tape as a moving picture - Memory Photo playback .......... 135 Viewing a moving picture - Signal convert function (DCR-TRV22/ TRV33 only 173 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 175 Troubleshooting Types of contents Getting Started "Memory Stick" Operations (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) Using "Memory Stick 106 Inserting/Ejecting the "Memory Stick 109 Selecting image quality and...
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...access lamp is reading the data from the "Memory Stick" or recording the data on "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) Connecting the power cord (p. 17) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 16). Quick Start Guide Access lamp b mark To eject the "Memory Stick," open the ...MEMORY EJECT in the "Memory Stick" slot as far as illustrated, then close the lid. How to hold your camcorder is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike your camcorder because your camcorder Fastening the grip belt Fasten the grip belt firmly. 2 1 10 43 Inserting the "Memory Stick" (p. 109...
...access lamp is reading the data from the "Memory Stick" or recording the data on "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) Connecting the power cord (p. 17) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 16). Quick Start Guide Access lamp b mark To eject the "Memory Stick," open the ...MEMORY EJECT in the "Memory Stick" slot as far as illustrated, then close the lid. How to hold your camcorder is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike your camcorder because your camcorder Fastening the grip belt Fasten the grip belt firmly. 2 1 10 43 Inserting the "Memory Stick" (p. 109...
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... OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY : Set the POWER switch to VCR. : Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. : Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) When you carry out an operation, you start reading this manual, position of the POWER switch is shown by looking at the bottom... of your camcorder. Getting Started - Any differences in the illustrations. Types of this manual and operating your camcorder are shown in the table below . Not provided * The models with memory functions. Before you can...
... OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY : Set the POWER switch to VCR. : Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. : Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) When you carry out an operation, you start reading this manual, position of the POWER switch is shown by looking at the bottom... of your camcorder. Getting Started - Any differences in the illustrations. Types of this manual and operating your camcorder are shown in the table below . Not provided * The models with memory functions. Before you can...
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... accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 q; qa qs 1 AC-L15A/L15B AC Adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 17) 2 NP-FM30 rechargeable battery pack (1) (p. 16) 3 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 44) 4 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 75) 5 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 217) 6 Shoulder strap (1) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 213) 8 Shoe cover (1) (p. 98) 9 "Memory Stick" (1) (DCR-TRV22/ TRV33 only, p. 106) 0 USB...
... accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 q; qa qs 1 AC-L15A/L15B AC Adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 17) 2 NP-FM30 rechargeable battery pack (1) (p. 16) 3 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 44) 4 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 75) 5 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 217) 6 Shoulder strap (1) 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 213) 8 Shoe cover (1) (p. 98) 9 "Memory Stick" (1) (DCR-TRV22/ TRV33 only, p. 106) 0 USB...
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The actual battery life may be shorter. 19 Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power source Recording time DCR-TRV19/TRV22 Battery pack Recording with the viewfinder Continuous Typical* NP-FM30 (supplied) 125 65 NP-FM50 200 105 NP-FM70 415 215 NP-QM71/QM71D 485 ...255 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D 725 380 Recording with the LCD screen Continuous Typical* 90 45 150 75 310 160 365 190 550 290 DCR-TRV33 Battery...
The actual battery life may be shorter. 19 Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power source Recording time DCR-TRV19/TRV22 Battery pack Recording with the viewfinder Continuous Typical* NP-FM30 (supplied) 125 65 NP-FM50 200 105 NP-FM70 415 215 NP-QM71/QM71D 485 ...255 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D 725 380 Recording with the LCD screen Continuous Typical* 90 45 150 75 310 160 365 190 550 290 DCR-TRV33 Battery...
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...the power source Playing time DCR-TRV19/TRV22 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-QM71/QM71D NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D Playing time on the LCD panel 100 165 345 400 605 Playing time on with the LCD screen closed 150 240 495 580 865 DCR-TRV33 Battery pack NP-FM30 ...: 56 min VIEWFINDER : 72 min During charging BATTERY INFO BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL 0% 50% 100% REC TIME AVAILABLE LCD SCREEN : 70 min VIEWFINDER : 90 min Fully charged 20 If you use your camcorder in a cold environment. The battery life will be shorter if you use a fully charged battery pack Note Approximate ...
...the power source Playing time DCR-TRV19/TRV22 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-QM71/QM71D NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D Playing time on the LCD panel 100 165 345 400 605 Playing time on with the LCD screen closed 150 240 495 580 865 DCR-TRV33 Battery pack NP-FM30 ...: 56 min VIEWFINDER : 72 min During charging BATTERY INFO BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL 0% 50% 100% REC TIME AVAILABLE LCD SCREEN : 70 min VIEWFINDER : 90 min Fully charged 20 If you use your camcorder in a cold environment. The battery life will be shorter if you use a fully charged battery pack Note Approximate ...
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...USB STREAM LANGUAGE 2003 JUL 4 DEMO MODE 5 30 PM EXEC RET. Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on the tape or the "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) as step 7. (9) Press r/R to set the minute, then press EXEC by the time signal. If you do... battery, then set the year, the month, the day, the hour and the minute. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only). (2) Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. (3) Press FN (Function) to display PAGE1 (p. 23). (4) Press MENU to display the menu. (5) Press r/R to select , then press EXEC...
...USB STREAM LANGUAGE 2003 JUL 4 DEMO MODE 5 30 PM EXEC RET. Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on the tape or the "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) as step 7. (9) Press r/R to set the minute, then press EXEC by the time signal. If you do... battery, then set the year, the month, the day, the hour and the minute. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only). (2) Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. (3) Press FN (Function) to display PAGE1 (p. 23). (4) Press MENU to display the menu. (5) Press r/R to select , then press EXEC...
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...Using the touch panel Your camcorder has operation buttons on the LCD screen. (4) Press PAGE2/PAGE3 to display PAGE2/PAGE3. The display returns to FN Press EXIT. To make screen indicators disappear Press DSPL/BATT INFO. 23 Operation buttons on PAGE1 are displayed on the LCD screen. (5) Press a desired...record, VCR to play back, or MEMORY to use the "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only). (2) Press OPEN to PAGE1/PAGE2/PAGE3. Operation buttons on PAGE2/PAGE3 are displayed on the LCD screen. Touch the LCD screen directly with your finger to operate each function. 3 When the POWER ...
...Using the touch panel Your camcorder has operation buttons on the LCD screen. (4) Press PAGE2/PAGE3 to display PAGE2/PAGE3. The display returns to FN Press EXIT. To make screen indicators disappear Press DSPL/BATT INFO. 23 Operation buttons on PAGE1 are displayed on the LCD screen. (5) Press a desired...record, VCR to play back, or MEMORY to use the "Memory Stick" (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only). (2) Press OPEN to PAGE1/PAGE2/PAGE3. Operation buttons on PAGE2/PAGE3 are displayed on the LCD screen. Touch the LCD screen directly with your finger to operate each function. 3 When the POWER ...
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...is set to CAMERA PAGE1 PAGE2 SPOT FOCUS, MENU, FOCUS, FADER, END SCH, SPOT METER, EXPOSURE DIG EFFT*, SELFTIMER, LCD BRT, SUPER NS*, VOL, COLOR SLW S*, MEM MIX* * DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only When the POWER switch is set to gray. If the items are not available The color of it appear..., PLAY, PB FOLDR, SPOT METER, EXPOSURE SELFTIMER, PLAY, MEM MIX LCD BRT, PLAY, VOL During memory playback PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 MENU, CAM, PB FOLDR, DEL PB ZOOM, CAM, RESIZE*, DATA CODE LCD BRT, CAM, VOL * DCR-TRV33 only Notes •When using the viewfinder You can control the display with your camcorder.
...is set to CAMERA PAGE1 PAGE2 SPOT FOCUS, MENU, FOCUS, FADER, END SCH, SPOT METER, EXPOSURE DIG EFFT*, SELFTIMER, LCD BRT, SUPER NS*, VOL, COLOR SLW S*, MEM MIX* * DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only When the POWER switch is set to gray. If the items are not available The color of it appear..., PLAY, PB FOLDR, SPOT METER, EXPOSURE SELFTIMER, PLAY, MEM MIX LCD BRT, PLAY, VOL During memory playback PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 MENU, CAM, PB FOLDR, DEL PB ZOOM, CAM, RESIZE*, DATA CODE LCD BRT, CAM, VOL * DCR-TRV33 only Notes •When using the viewfinder You can control the display with your camcorder.
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... recorded and the next scene is smooth as long as you do not eject the cassette even if you leave your camcorder does not turn off . Note on the LOCK switch (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) When you change the battery pack, set to the left as in the SP and LP modes on... and tape wear. To return to standby, set to MEMORY accidentally. The LOCK switch is not inserted. When you can record images on your camcorder. However, your camcorder during standby for details. 26 In the LP mode, you record the tape in the LP (long play) mode. Do not mix recordings in...
... recorded and the next scene is smooth as long as you do not eject the cassette even if you leave your camcorder does not turn off . Note on the LOCK switch (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) When you change the battery pack, set to the left as in the SP and LP modes on... and tape wear. To return to standby, set to MEMORY accidentally. The LOCK switch is not inserted. When you can record images on your camcorder. However, your camcorder during standby for details. 26 In the LP mode, you record the tape in the LP (long play) mode. Do not mix recordings in...
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... When the POWER switch is recommended when: •You cannot see the picture clearly on the LCD screen. •You want the battery pack to MEMORY (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only), press FN and select PAGE3. (2) Press LCD BRT. When the POWER switch is set to last longer. 30 When the POWER switch is set... to FN Press EXIT. in in Step 1. 2,3 LCD BRT OK LCD BRT The bar indicator To return to CAMERA...
... When the POWER switch is recommended when: •You cannot see the picture clearly on the LCD screen. •You want the battery pack to MEMORY (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only), press FN and select PAGE3. (2) Press LCD BRT. When the POWER switch is set to last longer. 30 When the POWER switch is set... to FN Press EXIT. in in Step 1. 2,3 LCD BRT OK LCD BRT The bar indicator To return to CAMERA...
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...brightness of the backlight when using the battery pack. in in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. Even if you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder. Recording - Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the images in the ...menu settings (p. 178). Select VF B.L. The camera recording lamp (DCR-TRV19 only) The camera recording lamp lights up in the viewfindrer during recording. 31 Basics Recording a picture Adjusting the viewfinder If you adjust VF ...
...brightness of the backlight when using the battery pack. in in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. Even if you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder. Recording - Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the images in the ...menu settings (p. 178). Select VF B.L. The camera recording lamp (DCR-TRV19 only) The camera recording lamp lights up in the viewfindrer during recording. 31 Basics Recording a picture Adjusting the viewfinder If you adjust VF ...
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The digital zoom is set to MEMORY (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) You cannot use zoom greater than 10× Zoom greater than 10× is processed digitally, the picture quality deteriorates. To activate digital ...
The digital zoom is set to MEMORY (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) You cannot use zoom greater than 10× Zoom greater than 10× is processed digitally, the picture quality deteriorates. To activate digital ...
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When shooting backlit subjects If you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the back light function. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only). (2) Press BACK LIGHT. Basics Recording a picture Shooting backlit subjects - Back light function When you press MANUAL of EXPOSURE (p. 64) or SPOT METER (p. 65), the back light function will be canceled. 33 BACK LIGHT To cancel the back light function Press BACK LIGHT again. The . indicator appears on the screen. Recording -
When shooting backlit subjects If you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the back light function. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only). (2) Press BACK LIGHT. Basics Recording a picture Shooting backlit subjects - Back light function When you press MANUAL of EXPOSURE (p. 64) or SPOT METER (p. 65), the back light function will be canceled. 33 BACK LIGHT To cancel the back light function Press BACK LIGHT again. The . indicator appears on the screen. Recording -