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...to constitute a risk of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-8228837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/. "Memory Stick" THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. Congratulations on your Handycam, you . Your Handycam is loaded with superior picture and sound quality. This symbol is very...THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERAION. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to the presence of this Sony Handycam. Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries. Welcome! THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003. 2
...to constitute a risk of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-8228837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/. "Memory Stick" THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. Congratulations on your Handycam, you . Your Handycam is loaded with superior picture and sound quality. This symbol is very...THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERAION. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to the presence of this Sony Handycam. Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries. Welcome! THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003. 2
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... can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in order to Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - TRV340 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Telephone No.: 201-930-6972 This device complies with the instructions, may cause undesired ...received, including interference that any interference received, including interference that interference will not occur in a residential installation. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV740, DCR-
... can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in order to Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - TRV340 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Telephone No.: 201-930-6972 This device complies with the instructions, may cause undesired ...received, including interference that any interference received, including interference that interference will not occur in a residential installation. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV740, DCR-
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... continuous loop - MPEG movie playback 153 Viewing images recorded on "Memory Stick"s on your camcorder abroad .......... 193 Maintenance information and precautions 194 Specifications 199 Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls 201 Index 209 7 Memory PB ZOOM 166 Playing back images in the "Memory... Table of trouble and how to correct trouble 178 Self-diagnosis display 184 Warning indicators and messages .... 185 Additional Information Digital8 system, recording and playback 187 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 189 About i.LINK 191 Using your computer 155 Copying ...
... continuous loop - MPEG movie playback 153 Viewing images recorded on "Memory Stick"s on your camcorder abroad .......... 193 Maintenance information and precautions 194 Specifications 199 Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls 201 Index 209 7 Memory PB ZOOM 166 Playing back images in the "Memory... Table of trouble and how to correct trouble 178 Self-diagnosis display 184 Warning indicators and messages .... 185 Additional Information Digital8 system, recording and playback 187 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 189 About i.LINK 191 Using your computer 155 Copying ...
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... The remaining battery time indicator in the display window. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - "InfoLITHIUM...the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). What is compatible with the metal parts on the remaining battery time indicator is not installed correctly. - This unit...ion battery pack that the indication on the DC plug of Sony Corporation. 14 Recommended charging temperature We recommend charging the battery ...in an ambient temperature of the display window is charged fully The LCD backlight of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F...
... The remaining battery time indicator in the display window. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - "InfoLITHIUM...the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). What is compatible with the metal parts on the remaining battery time indicator is not installed correctly. - This unit...ion battery pack that the indication on the DC plug of Sony Corporation. 14 Recommended charging temperature We recommend charging the battery ...in an ambient temperature of the display window is charged fully The LCD backlight of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F...
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...so may not be sure to play back standard 8 tape on the cassette compartment. Mosaic pattern noise may appear when you press any part of the arrow and open the lid. Notes •Do not press the cassette compartment down completely, close the lid until it ...cassette We recommend using Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes. (1) Prepare the power source (p. 12). (2) Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the lid other DCR-TRV240/TRV340/TRV740/TRV840). •The cassette compartment may cause a malfunction. •Your camcorder records pictures in the Digital8 system. • The ...
...so may not be sure to play back standard 8 tape on the cassette compartment. Mosaic pattern noise may appear when you press any part of the arrow and open the lid. Notes •Do not press the cassette compartment down completely, close the lid until it ...cassette We recommend using Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes. (1) Prepare the power source (p. 12). (2) Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the lid other DCR-TRV240/TRV340/TRV740/TRV840). •The cassette compartment may cause a malfunction. •Your camcorder records pictures in the Digital8 system. • The ...
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..., depending on which title you want to delete the title. Select [ to the previous screen. ] to VCR or removing the cassette so that your camcorder does not automatically turn it to enter characters in the standby mode while a cassette is in memory. To enter a space Select [Z& ?!], then select... the blank part. Making your own titles To change , then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [C], then press the...
..., depending on which title you want to delete the title. Select [ to the previous screen. ] to VCR or removing the cassette so that your camcorder does not automatically turn it to enter characters in the standby mode while a cassette is in memory. To enter a space Select [Z& ?!], then select... the blank part. Making your own titles To change , then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [C], then press the...
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.... (7) Search for the end of the first program is set, then the bottom part of the first scene you want to insert using the video operation buttons, then pause... scenes - Digital program editing (on tapes) Operation 1: Making a program (1) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder, and insert a tape for the beginning of the program mark changes to light blue. (9) Repeat steps 5 to ...8, then set up to insert using the video operation buttons, then pause playback. For DCR-TRV340/TRV740/TRV840: Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TAPE in VIDEO EDIT, then press the dial. (5) ...
.... (7) Search for the end of the first program is set, then the bottom part of the first scene you want to insert using the video operation buttons, then pause... scenes - Digital program editing (on tapes) Operation 1: Making a program (1) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder, and insert a tape for the beginning of the program mark changes to light blue. (9) Repeat steps 5 to ...8, then set up to insert using the video operation buttons, then pause playback. For DCR-TRV340/TRV740/TRV840: Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TAPE in VIDEO EDIT, then press the dial. (5) ...
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...the hard disk of your computer. Extremely hot such as your computer etc., using the USB cable for "Memory Stick" supplied with the metal parts of the terminal. •Stick the label at the labeling position. •Do not bend, drop or apply strong shock to LOCK. ... Stick," put it in the following cases: - "Memory Stick" operations - You can easily play back images on the screen of your camcorder. Moving picture (MPEG) Your camcorder compresses picture data in the sun or under the scorching sun - Introduction - If you use "Memory Stick"s near static electricity or magnetic ...
...the hard disk of your computer. Extremely hot such as your computer etc., using the USB cable for "Memory Stick" supplied with the metal parts of the terminal. •Stick the label at the labeling position. •Do not bend, drop or apply strong shock to LOCK. ... Stick," put it in the following cases: - "Memory Stick" operations - You can easily play back images on the screen of your camcorder. Moving picture (MPEG) Your camcorder compresses picture data in the sun or under the scorching sun - Introduction - If you use "Memory Stick"s near static electricity or magnetic ...
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.... (6) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to CAMERA. (2) In the standby mode, press MEMORY MIX. The still image is superimposed on the lower part of the area in the moving picture which is to start recording. 2 MEMORY MIX M. LUMI - CHROM - CHROM - The color (bright) scheme... OVERLAP (5) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The color (blue) scheme of the area in the still image which is recorded still images into your camcorder. •Insert a "Memory Stick" is to select the desired mode. Superimposing a still image in the still image which is to superimpose. CHROM y...
.... (6) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to CAMERA. (2) In the standby mode, press MEMORY MIX. The still image is superimposed on the lower part of the area in the moving picture which is to start recording. 2 MEMORY MIX M. LUMI - CHROM - CHROM - The color (bright) scheme... OVERLAP (5) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The color (blue) scheme of the area in the still image which is recorded still images into your camcorder. •Insert a "Memory Stick" is to select the desired mode. Superimposing a still image in the still image which is to superimpose. CHROM y...
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The mode changes as a still image Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" is recorded still images into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. The color (blue) scheme of the area in the still image which is to be swapped with a moving picture. (6) ... as a thumbnail image. (3) Press MEMORY+/- MEMORY MIX Recording superimposed images on the moving picture - The last recorded or last composed image appears on the lower part of the area in the "Memory Stick" on a "Memory Stick." To see the next image, press MEMORY+. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to be...
The mode changes as a still image Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" is recorded still images into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. The color (blue) scheme of the area in the still image which is to be swapped with a moving picture. (6) ... as a thumbnail image. (3) Press MEMORY+/- MEMORY MIX Recording superimposed images on the moving picture - The last recorded or last composed image appears on the lower part of the area in the "Memory Stick" on a "Memory Stick." To see the next image, press MEMORY+. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to be...
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You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto "Memory Stick"s. Digital program editing (on your camcorder. (2) Insert the tape for playback, and a "Memory Stick" for recording into your camcorder. (3) Press MENU to display the menu settings. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT in maximum.... You can set the program. Recording edited pictures as a moving picture - The IN point of the first program is set, then the bottom part of the first scene you want to 10, then set 20 programs in , then press the dial. (5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to...
You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto "Memory Stick"s. Digital program editing (on your camcorder. (2) Insert the tape for playback, and a "Memory Stick" for recording into your camcorder. (3) Press MENU to display the menu settings. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT in maximum.... You can set the program. Recording edited pictures as a moving picture - The IN point of the first program is set, then the bottom part of the first scene you want to 10, then set 20 programs in , then press the dial. (5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to...
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.../PUSH EXEC dial to MEMORY or VCR. Enlarging still images recorded on a "Memory Stick." Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder while you can select and view a desired part from 1.1 times up to tapes or "Memory Stick"s. T : Increase the zoom ratio. 2 PB ZOOM 5 3 PB ZOOM × ... EXEC dial to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press PB ZOOM on "Memory Stick." Also, you are playing back images recorded on your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to move the enlarged image, then press the dial. T : The image moves rightward. (Turn the dial downward...
.../PUSH EXEC dial to MEMORY or VCR. Enlarging still images recorded on a "Memory Stick." Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder while you can select and view a desired part from 1.1 times up to tapes or "Memory Stick"s. T : Increase the zoom ratio. 2 PB ZOOM 5 3 PB ZOOM × ... EXEC dial to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press PB ZOOM on "Memory Stick." Also, you are playing back images recorded on your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to move the enlarged image, then press the dial. T : The image moves rightward. (Turn the dial downward...
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... Extremely hot or cold - This will damage the cord and may cause your camcorder to malfunction, and sometimes this function, dub the image into a Digital8 or DV tape first, and then input it into Sony VAIO The Program Capture function of the connecting section. If there are fingerprints on... the lens, remove them with a soft cloth. •Clean the camcorder body with a dry soft cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with the metal parts ...
... Extremely hot or cold - This will damage the cord and may cause your camcorder to malfunction, and sometimes this function, dub the image into a Digital8 or DV tape first, and then input it into Sony VAIO The Program Capture function of the connecting section. If there are fingerprints on... the lens, remove them with a soft cloth. •Clean the camcorder body with a dry soft cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with the metal parts ...
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...;F) Storage temperature -20°C to + 60°C (-4°F to + 140°F) Dimensions (approx.) 125 × 39 × 62 mm (5 × 1 9/16 × 2 1/2 in. ) (w/h/d) excluding projecting parts Mass (approx.) 280 g (9.8 oz) excluding power cord Battery pack Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Mean output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity NP-FM30: 5.0 Wh (700 mAh) NP-FM50...
...;F) Storage temperature -20°C to + 60°C (-4°F to + 140°F) Dimensions (approx.) 125 × 39 × 62 mm (5 × 1 9/16 × 2 1/2 in. ) (w/h/d) excluding projecting parts Mass (approx.) 280 g (9.8 oz) excluding power cord Battery pack Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Mean output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity NP-FM30: 5.0 Wh (700 mAh) NP-FM50...
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Quick Reference 201 Quick Reference - - Identifying parts and controls Camcorder 5 1 6 7 2 8 3 9 4 0 1 Lens cap (p. 21) 2 LCD screen (p. 21) 3 OPEN button (p. 21) 4 VOLUME -/+ button (p. 34) 5 Battery pack (p. 12) 6 BATT (battery) release lever (p. 12) 7 POWER switch (p. 21) 8 START/STOP button (p. 21) 9 Hooks for shoulder strap 0 DC IN jack (p. 13) Attaching the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap supplied with your camcorder to the hooks for the shoulder strap.
Quick Reference 201 Quick Reference - - Identifying parts and controls Camcorder 5 1 6 7 2 8 3 9 4 0 1 Lens cap (p. 21) 2 LCD screen (p. 21) 3 OPEN button (p. 21) 4 VOLUME -/+ button (p. 34) 5 Battery pack (p. 12) 6 BATT (battery) release lever (p. 12) 7 POWER switch (p. 21) 8 START/STOP button (p. 21) 9 Hooks for shoulder strap 0 DC IN jack (p. 13) Attaching the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap supplied with your camcorder to the hooks for the shoulder strap.
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wa ws wd qk NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 29) ql Display window (p. 208) w; Identifying parts and controls qa qs qd qf qg qh qa SUPER NS/COLOR SLOW S button (p. 29) qs Focus ring (p. 54) qd Lens qf Microphone qg Camera recording lamp (p. 21) qh Infrared rays emitter (p. 29) qj Video control buttons (p. 34, 36) x STOP (stop) m REW (rewind) N PLAY (playback) M FF (fast-forward) X PAUSE (pause) z REC (recording) qj REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE REC qk ql w; FOCUS button (p. 54) wa FADER button (p. 45) ws BACK LIGHT button (p. 28) wd Remote sensor 202
wa ws wd qk NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 29) ql Display window (p. 208) w; Identifying parts and controls qa qs qd qf qg qh qa SUPER NS/COLOR SLOW S button (p. 29) qs Focus ring (p. 54) qd Lens qf Microphone qg Camera recording lamp (p. 21) qh Infrared rays emitter (p. 29) qj Video control buttons (p. 34, 36) x STOP (stop) m REW (rewind) N PLAY (playback) M FF (fast-forward) X PAUSE (pause) z REC (recording) qj REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE REC qk ql w; FOCUS button (p. 54) wa FADER button (p. 45) ws BACK LIGHT button (p. 28) wd Remote sensor 202
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.../PUSH EXEC dial (p. 105) e; EXPOSURE button (p. 53) * Except DCR-TRV240 Attaching the lens cap Attach the lens cap to the grip strap as illustrated. Identifying parts and controls wh MEMORY PLAY MEMORY MIX DELETE MPEG INDEX wj wf wk wl wg e;
.../PUSH EXEC dial (p. 105) e; EXPOSURE button (p. 53) * Except DCR-TRV240 Attaching the lens cap Attach the lens cap to the grip strap as illustrated. Identifying parts and controls wh MEMORY PLAY MEMORY MIX DELETE MPEG INDEX wj wf wk wl wg e;
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Identifying parts and controls ea eh es ed ej ef ek eg ea Power zoom lever (p. 24) es Intelligent accessory shoe ed Speaker ef PB ZOOM button (p. ...
Identifying parts and controls ea eh es ed ej ef ek eg ea Power zoom lever (p. 24) es Intelligent accessory shoe ed Speaker ef PB ZOOM button (p. ...
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Identifying parts and controls r; The LANC control jack is used for Local Application Control Bus System. rf i (headphones) jack rg LANC jack LANC stands for controlling the ... length of video equipment and other peripherals connected to the video equipment. Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage your camcorder. Viewfinder (p. 25) ra LOCK switch* (p. 21) rs Grip strap rd MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack Connect an external microphone (optional). ra rd rs rf rg...
Identifying parts and controls r; The LANC control jack is used for Local Application Control Bus System. rf i (headphones) jack rg LANC jack LANC stands for controlling the ... length of video equipment and other peripherals connected to the video equipment. Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage your camcorder. Viewfinder (p. 25) ra LOCK switch* (p. 21) rs Grip strap rd MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack Connect an external microphone (optional). ra rd rs rf rg...
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Identifying parts and controls ta ts ta S VIDEO jack (p. 38, 71, 136) ts AUDIO/VIDEO jack (p. 38, 71, 136) Fastening the grip strap td tf td DV IN/OUT jack (p. 72, 137) The DV IN/OUT jack is i.LINK compatible. tf (USB) jack (p. 97, 157) Fasten the grip strap firmly. 206
Identifying parts and controls ta ts ta S VIDEO jack (p. 38, 71, 136) ts AUDIO/VIDEO jack (p. 38, 71, 136) Fastening the grip strap td tf td DV IN/OUT jack (p. 72, 137) The DV IN/OUT jack is i.LINK compatible. tf (USB) jack (p. 97, 157) Fasten the grip strap firmly. 206