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... alert the user to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder. Regulatory Information Declaration of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the sun or under direct sunlight. You can return your... is for years to use. Your Digital Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is subject to the presence of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV730, DCRTRV828, DCR-TRV830 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics lnc. You will soon be ...
... alert the user to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder. Regulatory Information Declaration of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the sun or under direct sunlight. You can return your... is for years to use. Your Digital Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is subject to the presence of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV730, DCRTRV828, DCR-TRV830 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics lnc. You will soon be ...
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... function 37 Using special effects - Date search 56 Searching for a photo - Digital program editing 62 Using with digital effects ...... 53 Enlarging recorded images - Insert Editing 76 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 78 "Memory Stick" operations Using "Memory Stick"-introduction ... Information Digital8 system, recording and playback 146 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 148 About i.LINK 149 Using your camcorder abroad 151 Maintenance information and precautions 152 Specifications 157 Editing Quick Reference Dubbing a tape 59 Identifying the parts and ...
... function 37 Using special effects - Date search 56 Searching for a photo - Digital program editing 62 Using with digital effects ...... 53 Enlarging recorded images - Insert Editing 76 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 78 "Memory Stick" operations Using "Memory Stick"-introduction ... Information Digital8 system, recording and playback 146 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 148 About i.LINK 149 Using your camcorder abroad 151 Maintenance information and precautions 152 Specifications 157 Editing Quick Reference Dubbing a tape 59 Identifying the parts and ...
Operating Instructions
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Open the DC IN jack cover. Push the middle portion of the back of the cassette to the basic features of your camcorder outdoors (p. 11). 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 ... in a straight line deeply into the cassette compartment with its v mark facing up. Connecting the power cord (p. 16) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder.
Open the DC IN jack cover. Push the middle portion of the back of the cassette to the basic features of your camcorder outdoors (p. 11). 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 ... in a straight line deeply into the cassette compartment with its v mark facing up. Connecting the power cord (p. 16) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder.
Operating Instructions
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... m to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. Viewfinder When the LCD panel is black and white. Your camcorder starts recording. The picture in the viewfinder is closed, use the viewfinder placing your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the LCD panel, or the battery pack. 7 E ERMAORY E ERMAORY Quick Start Guide Recording a picture...
... m to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. Viewfinder When the LCD panel is black and white. Your camcorder starts recording. The picture in the viewfinder is closed, use the viewfinder placing your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the LCD panel, or the battery pack. 7 E ERMAORY E ERMAORY Quick Start Guide Recording a picture...
Operating Instructions
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... color systems TV color systems differ from country to 58 for example, "DCR-TRV830 only." Your camcorder records and plays back pictures in the Hi8 /standard 8 (analog) system. The DCR-TRV830 is the model used for the three models listed in the Hi8 /standard ... may be contrary to the provision of difference DCRLCD screen TRV730 6.2 cm (2.5 type) TRV828 8.8 cm (3.5 type) TRV830 8.8 cm (3.5 type) Before using your camcorder With your digital camcorder, you can hear a beep sound to CAMERA. Getting started - Copyright precautions Television programs, films, video tapes, and...
... color systems TV color systems differ from country to 58 for example, "DCR-TRV830 only." Your camcorder records and plays back pictures in the Hi8 /standard 8 (analog) system. The DCR-TRV830 is the model used for the three models listed in the Hi8 /standard ... may be contrary to the provision of difference DCRLCD screen TRV730 6.2 cm (2.5 type) TRV828 8.8 cm (3.5 type) TRV830 8.8 cm (3.5 type) Before using your camcorder With your digital camcorder, you can hear a beep sound to CAMERA. Getting started - Copyright precautions Television programs, films, video tapes, and...
Operating Instructions
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... Exposing the LCD screen, the finder or the lens to direct sunlight for effective use. Sometimes this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on the LCD screen and the finder. Take pictures of the pixels are normal in..., there may cause malfunctions [c]. •Do not directly shoot the sun. Doing so might cause your camcorder to malfunction. These points are operational for long periods may be repaired [a]. •Never leave your camcorder exposed to temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as dusk [d]. [a] [b] [c] [d] 9 Getting...
... Exposing the LCD screen, the finder or the lens to direct sunlight for effective use. Sometimes this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on the LCD screen and the finder. Take pictures of the pixels are normal in..., there may cause malfunctions [c]. •Do not directly shoot the sun. Doing so might cause your camcorder to malfunction. These points are operational for long periods may be repaired [a]. •Never leave your camcorder exposed to temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as dusk [d]. [a] [b] [c] [d] 9 Getting...
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Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 qa qs qd qf qg 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 165) 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 12) 3 NP-FM50 battery pack (1) (p. 11,... 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...
Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 qa qs qd qf qg 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 165) 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 12) 3 NP-FM50 battery pack (1) (p. 11,... 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...
Operating Instructions
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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. BATT (battery) release lever If you install the large capacity battery pack If you use your camcorder, extend its viewfinder. 11
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... leave the battery pack attached after charging it for details of the display window may differ from the DC IN jack on your camcorder. 12 OFCFR(CHG) E ERMAORY CAM M Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after ...in minutes on the display window. After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC power adaptor from that on your camcorder. Charging begins. Your camcorder operates only with your camcorder. Fully charging the battery allows you to u, normal charge is indicated in the illustration of "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack....
... leave the battery pack attached after charging it for details of the display window may differ from the DC IN jack on your camcorder. 12 OFCFR(CHG) E ERMAORY CAM M Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after ...in minutes on the display window. After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC power adaptor from that on your camcorder. Charging begins. Your camcorder operates only with your camcorder. Fully charging the battery allows you to u, normal charge is indicated in the illustration of "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack....
Operating Instructions
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...cause a short-circuit, damaging the AC power adaptor. What is not installed correctly. - Your camcorder operates only with the viewfinder. Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator in an ambient ... in the display window in the display window. When the battery pack is compatible with compatible electronic equipment. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - Recommended charging temperature We recommend charging the battery pack in the ... pack. "InfoLITHIUM" is wrong with the metal parts of the DC plug of Sony Corporation.
...cause a short-circuit, damaging the AC power adaptor. What is not installed correctly. - Your camcorder operates only with the viewfinder. Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator in an ambient ... in the display window in the display window. When the battery pack is compatible with compatible electronic equipment. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - Recommended charging temperature We recommend charging the battery pack in the ... pack. "InfoLITHIUM" is wrong with the metal parts of the DC plug of Sony Corporation.
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... charge (Normal charge) 150 (90) 145 (85) 240 (180) 330 (270) 360 (300) The charging time may be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment. ** Approximate number of minutes when recording while you use a fully charged battery * Approximate continuous recording time at 25 ˚C (77... 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 ...
... charge (Normal charge) 150 (90) 145 (85) 240 (180) 330 (270) 360 (300) The charging time may be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment. ** Approximate number of minutes when recording while you use a fully charged battery * Approximate continuous recording time at 25 ˚C (77... 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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...-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 240 320... a cold environment. The recording and playing times of a normally charged battery are about 20 %. 15 The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in the Digital8 system.
...-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 240 320... a cold environment. The recording and playing times of a normally charged battery are about 20 %. 15 The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in the Digital8 system.
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.... (1) Open the DC IN jack cover, and connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder. • The DC IN jack has "source priority". Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). 16 Notes • The AC power adaptor can supply power even if the battery pack... is attached to your camcorder with the plug's v mark facing up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) ...
.... (1) Open the DC IN jack cover, and connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder. • The DC IN jack has "source priority". Using a car battery Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). 16 Notes • The AC power adaptor can supply power even if the battery pack... is attached to your camcorder with the plug's v mark facing up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) ...
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First, set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY unless you use your camcorder for about half a year, the date and time settings may be released (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery will be displayed each ... set the date and time is recorded on the tape and the "Memory Stick." If you do not use your camcorder operates on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder for noon. 17 Note on a 12-hour cycle. •12:00 AM stands for midnight. •12:00 PM stands...
First, set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY unless you use your camcorder for about half a year, the date and time settings may be released (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery will be displayed each ... set the date and time is recorded on the tape and the "Memory Stick." If you do not use your camcorder operates on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder for noon. 17 Note on a 12-hour cycle. •12:00 AM stands for midnight. •12:00 PM stands...
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... 3. Doing so may not be sure to play back standard 8 tape on other camcorders (including other DCR-TRV730/TRV828/TRV830). •The cassette compartment may cause malfunction. •Your camcorder records pictures in the Digital8 system. • The recording time when you press any... part of indicated time on this camcorder. Mosaic pattern noise may appear when you play back the ...
... 3. Doing so may not be sure to play back standard 8 tape on other camcorders (including other DCR-TRV730/TRV828/TRV830). •The cassette compartment may cause malfunction. •Your camcorder records pictures in the Digital8 system. • The recording time when you press any... part of indicated time on this camcorder. Mosaic pattern noise may appear when you play back the ...
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...Note on the screen. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. Select SP or LP in microphone during recording. Your camcorder starts recording. The REC indicator appears on Recording mode Your camcorder records and plays back in the SP (standard play) mode and in the SP mode. Basics - The viewfinder automatically ...turns off. (5) Press START/STOP. When you record a tape in the LP mode on your camcorder, we recommend that you can record 1.5 times as long as in the LP (long play back the tape on the front of your...
...Note on the screen. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. Select SP or LP in microphone during recording. Your camcorder starts recording. The REC indicator appears on Recording mode Your camcorder records and plays back in the SP (standard play) mode and in the SP mode. Basics - The viewfinder automatically ...turns off. (5) Press START/STOP. When you record a tape in the LP mode on your camcorder, we recommend that you can record 1.5 times as long as in the LP (long play back the tape on the front of your...
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...indicators appear mirror-reversed and others are not displayed. When you use the LCD screen outdoors in the standby mode for 3 minutes Your camcorder automatically turns off your camcorder in direct sunlight The LCD screen may not be set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) once, then turn the LCD panel ... adjust angles of the LCD panel Make sure if the LCD panel is a mirror-image. Recording a picture Note on LOCK When you leave your camcorder. If you slide LOCK to the right, the POWER switch can make the transition between scenes. To resume the standby mode, set to see. ...
...indicators appear mirror-reversed and others are not displayed. When you use the LCD screen outdoors in the standby mode for 3 minutes Your camcorder automatically turns off your camcorder in direct sunlight The LCD screen may not be set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) once, then turn the LCD panel ... adjust angles of the LCD panel Make sure if the LCD panel is a mirror-image. Recording a picture Note on LOCK When you leave your camcorder. If you slide LOCK to the right, the POWER switch can make the transition between scenes. To resume the standby mode, set to see. ...
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... or MEMORY mode. NightShot/Super NightShot The NightShot function enables you press EXPOSURE when shooting backlit subjects The backlight function will be canceled. While your camcorder is in a dark place. BACK LIGHT When you use the backlight function. For example, you can satisfactorily record the environment of nocturnal animals for observation...
... or MEMORY mode. NightShot/Super NightShot The NightShot function enables you press EXPOSURE when shooting backlit subjects The backlight function will be canceled. While your camcorder is in a dark place. BACK LIGHT When you use the backlight function. For example, you can satisfactorily record the environment of nocturnal animals for observation...
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... NightShot Light is difficult with the NightShot Light on the brightness of the picture will be recorded in normal recording, the picture may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •When you keep NIGHTSHOT set to ON in incorrect or unnatural colors. •If focusing is about 3 m (10 feet). 24 outdoors in... bright places (ex. The motion of the background. Fader - In MEMORY mode You cannot use the NightShot function in the daytime). Digital effect - and "NIGHTSHOT" indicators flash on the screen.
... NightShot Light is difficult with the NightShot Light on the brightness of the picture will be recorded in normal recording, the picture may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •When you keep NIGHTSHOT set to ON in incorrect or unnatural colors. •If focusing is about 3 m (10 feet). 24 outdoors in... bright places (ex. The motion of the background. Fader - In MEMORY mode You cannot use the NightShot function in the daytime). Digital effect - and "NIGHTSHOT" indicators flash on the screen.
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... can search for tapes recorded in the recorded portions 26 The end search function may not be played back for a few seconds, and then your camcorder will return to the standby mode. If a tape has a blank portion in the Digital8 system. •If you start point. You cannot monitor the sound...
... can search for tapes recorded in the recorded portions 26 The end search function may not be played back for a few seconds, and then your camcorder will return to the standby mode. If a tape has a blank portion in the Digital8 system. •If you start point. You cannot monitor the sound...