Sony DCR-TRV10 Manual do Utilizador

3-866-436-11 0)DigitalVideo Camera Recorder“ivDigitalVideoCassetteOperating InstructionsI5ofore operating the unit, please read this manual thorougliK

Step 1 Preparing the power supplyUse the battery pack after chargmg It for your camcorder.Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM"

Preventing accidental erasure - Image protection- DCR-TRV10 onlyTo prevent accidental erasure of important images, you can protect selected images. Be

Writing a print mark - PRINT MARK- DCR-TRV10 onlyYou Clin spcciK' the recorded still iniiige to print out. This function is useful for prinfing o

Deleting images- DCR-TRV10 only Deleting selected imagesBefore operationInsert a Memory Stick into your cnmcorder.(1) Play back the image vou want to

Deleting imagesBefore operationInsort a Memor\' Stick into your camcorder.(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the lock is set to t

Deleting imagesTo cancel deleting all the images in the Memory StickSelect RETURN in step 4, then press theSEL/PUSH EXEC.While "DELETING" ap

. ing the image recorded on Memory Sticks to mini Dv tapes- DCR-TRV10 onlyYou can cop\' still images or titles recorded on Memory Stick and recor

Playing back images in a continuous loop - SLIDE SHOWTo view the recorded images on TVConnect your camcorder to a TV with the A/V connecting cable sup

Playing back images in a continuous loop - SLIDE SHOWTo view the recorded images on TVConnect your camcorder to a TV with tire A/V' conn

— Additional Information —Usable cassettesSelecting cassette typesYou can use the ‘ mini DV cassette only*. You cannot use any other 0 8 mm,HI0 Hi8, H

Usable cassettesAudio mode12-hit mode: The original sound can he recorded in stereo 1, and the new sound in stereo 2 in 32 kHz. The balance between st

step 1 Preparing the power supplyNotePrevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the DC plug of the AC power adaptor. Th

TroubleshootingIf \ ou run into an\' prohletn using wKir camcorder, use tlio tollrnr ing table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persis

TroubleshootingSymptomCause and/or Corrective ActionsA vortical band appears when you slux>t a subject such as lights or a candle flame against a d

TroubleshootingSymptom Cause and/or Corrective ActionsThe new sound added to the recorded tape is not heard.• AUDIO MIX is set to STl side in the MENU

T roubleshooting114When operating using the Memory Stick- DCR-TRV10 onlySymptom Cause and/or Corrective ActionsI ho Momor\' Slick dtx's not

'roubleshootingymptomCause and/or Corrective Actionshe cassette label is not recorded.• The tape has no cassette memory.Use a tape with cassette

Self-diagnosis display^'ollr camcoii-lor has a solt-diai;nosis display function.This function displays the curvont condition of your camcorder as

A/arning indicators and messagesU indicators and mossagos appear in the viewfinder, on the LCD screen or in the display winefow, check the following:S

Warning indicators and messagesWarning messages• CLOCK SET Reset the liate and time {p. 78).• For "InfoLITHlUM" Use an “InfoLIHlUM" ba

Using your camcorder abroadUsing your camcorder abroadYou can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC power adaptor supplied with your c

Maintenance information and precautionsMoisture condensationIf your c.imcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may con

Preparing the power supplyPlaying timeDCR-TRV8Battery packPlaying time on LCD screenPlaying time with LCD closedNP-FM50 (supplied)140 (125)180(160)NP-

laintenance information and precautionsMaintenance informationCleaning the video headTo ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the N’icleo

Maintenance information and precautionsIVPrecautionsCamcorder operation• Oporato your cumcordcr on 7.2 V (b<ittor\' p.iik) or 8.4 \’ (AC powor

Maintenance information and precautions• Tho unit becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.• Do not place the unit in locations that are:- E

SpecificationsVideo camera recorderSystemVideo recording system2 rotiir\ lUMdsMelicai scanniiij; svslomAudio recording system,^^otarv hoads. PCM svsto

- Quick Reference —identifying the parts and controlsCamcorder

Identifying the parts and controls[U Focus ring (p. 45)Camera recording lamp (p. 15) Ii0| Infrared rays emitter (p. 21, 29) lU Microphone 111 FOCUS sw

Identifying the parts and controlsLCD screen (p. 17)LCD BRIGHT buttons (p. 17) VOLUME buttons (p 25)RESET button (p. 113)MEMORY PLAY button (p. 93, 98

Identifying the parts and controlsPower zoom lever (p. 19)ACCESS lamp {DCR-TRVIO only) (p. 81) Hooks for shoulder strap START/STOP button (p 15)LASER

Identifying the parts and controlsVideo control buttons (p. 25, 27, 58) STOP (stop)REW (rewind)► PLAY (playback)►► FF (fastforward)II PAUSE (pause)#

i DV IN/OUT jack (p. 55)This "i.LINK" mark is a trademark of Sony Corporation and indicates that this product is in agreement with IEEE 1394

step 1 Preparing the power supplyWhen you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from a wall outlet usii^ the AC power ada

Identifying the parts and controlsRemote Commanderrho buttons th.it h.i\ 0 tho s.inu' n.inio on tho Romoto C onim.ituior .is on \

Identifying the parts and controlsOperation indicators[T] Cassette memory indicator (p. 109) [U Remaining battery time indicator(p. 20)Zoom indi

Identifying the parts and controls[17] Tape counter indicator (p, 48)/5SEC mode indicator (p, 201/Time code indicator (p. 20)/Self-diagnosis indicator

[)uick Function GuideFunctions to adjust exposure (in the recording mode)i • In ¿1 ilark placeNIGHTSHOT (p. 21)s • In insufficient lightLow lux mode (

IndexA, BAC power adaptor... 10Adjiistin;; viewfinder... KSANTI GROUND SHCXTTINC... 20Audio dublvinj

SELFTIMER button (p. 23)END SEARCH button (p. 24) DISPLAY button (p. 26) START/STOP MODE switch (p. 20)DIGITAL EFFECT button (p. 39, 47) TITLE bu

3-866-543-11 (1)PictureGearVersion 3.2 LiteUser's Guide> 1999 by Sony Corporation

Program © 1997-1999 Sony Corporation Documentation © 1999 Sony Corporation © 1999 Sony Corporation. All rights reserved.PictureGear, Memory Stick is a

Table of ContentsBefore UseProgram Features...

Before UseProgram FeaturesPictureGear Version 3.2 Lite (hereafter referred to simply as PictureGear) is software application that makes it easy to lis

step 2 Inserting a cassette(1) Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and o

Zoom Display of a SlideA slide selected in the List View can be displayed zoomed in a separate window (Single-Image View). Slides displayed in Single-

Precautions for UseAbout the O^eMfrt^ EriyfrdmThe hardware and software requirements for using PictureGear are as follows:O IBM PC/AT or compatible wi

How to Use this ManualThis manual describes how to get PictureGear up and running. Refer to the PictureGear on-line help to learn more about specific

Installing PictureGearInsert the PictureGear CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.When the CD-ROM drive access lamp turns off, the Choose Setup Language dialo

5 Click [Next] if the displayed destination folder is acceptable.If you want to change the destination folder, click [Browse], change the destination

8 Click [Finish].The Setup Complete dialog box appears.Checking the Open ReadMe box displays the ReadMe document after installation, so you

Basic Operationt . K. ar* -starting the ProgramPictureGear can be started by the following procedure.1 Turn on the PC and load Windows.2 Click the

Closing PictureGearPictureGear can be closed by either of the following methods:• Click File in the menu bar, and then click Close.• Click the Close

Viewing Slides.*,bfspfayingԤample SlidfeslWhen PictureGear is run the first time, sample slides installed on the hard disk are displayed

Display SlraBrotH^iithSHlHE^ipre^^Locate the folder in the PictureGear folder list containing the slides you w to display, and click it.Lo

Recording - Basics —ecording a pictureYour camcorder automatically focuses for you.(1) Remove the lens cap by pressing bottt knobs on its sides and a

Using the Folder ListTo display the folders within a drive or folder with a El mark, click the 0 mark. It changes to a □ mark.To displ

Using with External Devicesii rJÍJU« *‘»l! Hi_____________^______ • *This part describes PictureGear operation when connected with external devices

The Video Camera Settings dialog box appears.c-pi.tingHintIf the "Loading images by background process" box is checked, images ca

Using the First TimeCheck the connections and confirm that an image is stored in th video camera's internal flash memory.In the File m

Using a Digital Still CameraWith a Sony digital still camera connected to the PC, PictureGear lets you transfer photo images between the PC and the ca

6 Click [Detail],The Digital Still Camera Settings dialog box appears.Digital Stdl Cameia Sellings7 Make the desired settings, and click [OK].Baud

If a message box appears indicating a communications problem, refer to steps 6 and 7 of Connections and Settings, and perform the follo

Using a Memory Stick Serial Port Adapter (for Handycams)With the Sony Memory Stick (MS) Serial Port Adapter (for Handycams) connected to the PC, Pictu

If the "Loading images by background process" box is checked, images can be loaded by background processing. Refer to the on-line help for d

If a message box appears indicating a communications problem, refer to steps 6 and 7 Connections and Settings, and perform the following steps:• Decr

Recording a pictureNoteFasten the grip strap firmly. Do not touch the built-in microphone during recording.Note on Recording modeYour camcorder record

storing Images from External DevicesImages read from external devices can be stored on the PC hard disk. Refer to the on-line help for details.1 Clic

MiscellaneousHow to Uninstall PictureGearIf PictureGear is not being used and you need to free up space on the hard disk, it can be uni

In Case of TroubleIf a problem occurs, please check the following items. If you cannot resolve the problem, contact the location indi

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tecording a picturemU! u:*>To adjust the brightness of the LCD screen, press either of the two buttons on LCD BRIGHT.The LCD panel moves about 90 d

Recording a picture!’•'! cMv.li• 1 ;)tni'.!'.ri.-- 'ifVtAViJliV.tAV - If you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check th

Recording a picture•iifi'.'f Ml-' • Ir‘--lMove the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. Usi

Welcome!Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Oigital Handycam camcorder. With your Digital Handycam, you can capture life's precious mom

Recording a pictureA: Recording starts when you press START/STOP, and stops when you press itagain (factory setting).ANTI GROUND SHOOTING ±.:Your cam

Recording a pictureWhen you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the backlight function.

Recording a pictureUsing +SLOW SHTRThe NightSiot +Slow shutter mode makes subjects more than four times brighter than those recorded in th

Recording a pictureYou can make a recording with the self-timer. This mode is useful when you want to record yourself.(1) Ptks SELFTIM

Checking the recording- END SEARCH / EDITSEARCH / Rec ReviewYou can use these buttons to check the recorded picture or shoot so that the

PlaylMck - Basics —laying back a tapeYou can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. If you close the LCD panel, you can monitor the playback

Playing back a tape'ri-) 1*.' l)¿1 t'iV i'à'iKHOi*Press DISPLAY on your camcorder or the Remote Conunander supplied with your

’laying back a tape‘ i y I y. \\ • > 11 ,To operate control buttons, set the POWER switch to VTR.To view a still picture (playback pause)Press II

ewing the recording on TVConnect your camcorder to your TV or VCR with the A/V cormectmg cable supplied with your camcorder to watch the playback pict

Viewing the recording on TVOnce you connect the AV cordless IR receiver (not supplied) to your TV or VCR, you can easily view the picture on your TV.

Table of contentsQuick Start Guide...4Getting startedUsing this manual...

— Advanced Recording Operations —Photo recordingYou can record a still picture like a photograph. This mode is useful when you want to record a pictur

Photo recordingTo use the photo recording function using the Remote CommanderPress PHC3TO on the Remote Commander. Your camcorder records a picture on

Using the wide modeYou can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE). Black bands appear on the screen during recordin

Jsing the fader functionYou can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance.(a]FADERM.FADER(mosaic)BOUNCE* (Fade in only)OVERLAP (

Using the fader function(1) When fading in [a]In the standby mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes.When fading out [b]In the re

Using the fader functionNoteYou cannot use the following functions while using the fader function. Also, you cannot use the fader function while using

Using special effects - Picture effectYou can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on the TV.NEG. ART la]: The co

Ising special effects - Picture effectWhile using the picture effect functionYou cannot select the old movie mode with DIGITAL EFFECT.When you turn th

Using special effects - Digital effectYou can add special effects to recorded pictures using the various digital functions. The sound is recorded norm

ing special effects - Digital effect(1) While your camcorder is in the standby or recording mode, press DIGITAL EFFECT. The digital effect indicator

Quick Start GuideThis chapter intrcxiuces you to the basic features of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses "( )" for more informatio

Using special effects - Digital effectNotes• The following functions do not work during digital effect;- Fader- Low lux mode of PRCXIRAM AE- Photo

\djusting the white balance manuallyYou can RUinually adjust and set the white balance. This adjustment makes white subjects look white and allows mor

Using the PROGRAM AE functionYou can select PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to suit your specific shooting requirements.Q Spotlight modeThis mode prev

ing the PROGRAM AE function(1) Press PRCX5RAM AE in the standby mode. The PROGRAM AE indicator appears.(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the

Adjusting the exposure manually____________You can numually adjust and set the exposure. Adjust the exposure manually in the following ca

Focusing manuallyYou can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases:•The autofocus mode is not effective when shooting

— Advanced Playback Operations —Playing back a tape with picture effectsDuring playback, you can process a scene using the picture effect f

Playing back a tape with digital effectsDuring playback, you can process a scene using the digital effect functions: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL(1)

Quickly locating a scene using the zero set memory function___________________________Your camcorder goes forward or backward to automatically stop at

îarching a recording by date Date searchYou can automatically search for the point where the recording date changes and start playback from that point

rRecording a picture (p. is)[ O Remove the lens cap.Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button.The pictiue appears on the LC

Searching a recording by date50(1) Set the POWER switch to VTR.(2) Set CM SEARCH in BD to OFF in the MENU settings (p. 72).(3) Press SEARCH MODE repe

Searching the boundaries of recorded tape by title - Title searchIf you use a tape with cassette memory, you cai\ search for the boundaries of recorde

Searching for a photo - Photo search/ Photo scan_____________________________________You can search for a still picture you have recorded on a mmi DV

Searching for a photo - Photo search/Photo scan(1) Set the POWER switch to VTR.(2) Set CM SEARCH in QQ to OFF in the MENU settings (p. 72).(3) Press

— Editing —Dubbing a tapeUsing the A/V connecting cabieConnect your camcorder to the VCR using the A/V cormecting cable supplied with your camcorder.S

Dubbing a tapeUsing the ¡.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)Simply connect the VMC-IL4435/2DV/4DV LUNK cable (DV connecting cable) (not supplied) to ^ D

Dubbing a tapeUsing the ¡.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)Simply connect the VMC-IL4435/2DV/4DV i.UNK cable (DV connecting cable) (not supplied) to g

Editing pamaiiy on a uv - DV synchro-editing (DCR-TRV10 only)By simply selecting the scenes to edit, you can duplicate the desired portion on a tape,u

Editing partially on a DV tape - DV synchro-editing (DCR-TRV10 only)MARK8,10OTHERS or BEEP «r COMMANDER e DISPLAY O DV EDITINGOTHERS fV BEEP V COMMAND

Recording video or TV programsYou can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has video/audio outputs. Use your camcorder as a r

Getting started —Ising this manualThe instructions in this manual are for the two models listed in the table below. Before you start reading this manu

Inserting a scene from a VCRîi'AX/il-l'tî’l *'•' •> - VÊir.liMiL')You can insert a new scene from a VCR onto your origin

Inserting a scene from a VCR(1)Set the POWER switch to VTR.(Z)On the VCR, locate just before the insert start point [a], then press II to set the VCR

Audio dubbingYou can record an audio sound to add to the original sound on a tape by cormecting audio equipment or a microphorre. If you connect the a

Audio dubbingAudio equipmentIAUDIO LLINE OUT LO ORfl n AUDIO RAUDIO/VIDEO. A/V connecting cable ------------1________I; Signal flowDo not connect

Audio dubbingAdding an audio sound on a recorded tape(1) Insert vour recorded tape into vour camcorder.(2) Set the POWER switch of your camcorder to

Audio dubbingNotes )• Now sound cannot bo recordod on a tape already recorded in the 16-bit mode (32 kl i 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz) (p. 76).• When an exter

Superimposing a titleIf you use a tape with cassotto moiiiorv, you can suporiiuposc tho title while reeorifing or after reeording. When \ ou pta)’ bac

Superimposing a titleTITLETiTL£ HELLOIMPPY aiRTHOAY . HAPPYHOUOAYS 9 CONQRATULATIONSI OUR SWEET BABY WEOONG VACATION THE ENDrnTLE]:ENOОPRESET TITLE

Superimposing a titleifirpilllll(1) Set the POWER switch to VTR.(2) Press MENU to display the menu.(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select BH>

Making your own titlesYou can make up to two titles and store them in the cassette memory. Each title can hax’e up to 20 characters.(1)

Using this manuai'Rv'i •li'' V/"!v4»\'ViTV color systems differ from country to country. To view your record

Making your own titlesTo change a title you have storedIn step 3, select CUSTOMl or CUSTOM2, depending on which title you want to change, then press t

Labeling a cassetteIf you use a tape with cassette memory, you can label a cassette. The label can consist of up to 10 characters and is stored in cas

iLabeling a cassetteTo erase a characterIn step 6 turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select then press the dial. The last character is erased.To change th

— Customizing Your Camcorder —Changing the MENU settingsTo change the mtxle settings in the MENU settings, select the menu items with theSEL/PUSH EXEC

Changing the MENU settingsTo make the MENU display disappearPress MENU.Menu items are displayed as the following icons:® MANUAL SET @ CAMERA SET SI VT

Changing the MENU settingsIcon/itemModeMeaningPOWERswitchO CONTINUOUS • OFFNot to record continuouslyMEMORY(DCR-TRVIOonly)ONTo record 3 or 4 pictures

Changing the MENU settingsIcon/itemModeMeaningPOWERswitch^ REC MODE• SPTo record in the SP (Standard Play) modeVTRLP To inrease the recording time to

Changing the MENU settingsIcon/itemMode MeaningPOWERswitchIS) CLOCK SETTo reset the date or time (p. 78)CAMERAMEMORYAUTO TV ON • OFF—VTRON To automati

Resetting the date and time___________________The clock is set to East Coast Standard Time at the factory.If you do nof use your camcorder for

i — Memory Stick operations —Using a Memory Stick-introduction- DCR-TRV10 onlyYou can record and play back still images on a Memory Stick supplied wi

Checking supplied accessories___________Make sure that the folloWmg accessories ate supplied with your camcorder.RMT-611 RMT-808am[S[T] Wireless Remot

Using a Memory Stick-introductionNotes• Prevent metallic objects or your finger from coming into contact with the metal parts of the connecting sectio

Using a Memory Stick-introductioninserting a Memory Stick(1) Slide MEMORY OPEN in the direction of the arrow. The Memory Stick compartment opens.(2)

Using a Memory Stick-introductionSelecting image guality modeYou can select image quality mode in still picture recording. If you do not make anv sele

Using a Memory Stick-introduction(mage quality settingsSettingMeaningFINE (FINE)Use this mode when you want to record high quality images. The image i

Using a Memory Stick-introductionFormatting (initializing) a Memory Stick(1) Insert a Memory Stick into your camcorder.(2) Set the POWER switch to M

Recording still images on Memory Sticks - Memory photo recording- DCR-TRV10 onlyYou can select the FIELD or FRAME mode in still picture recording. You

Recording still images on Memory Sticks - Memory photorecordingWhen you are recording a still imageYou can neither turn off the power nor press PHOTO.

Recording stiff images on Memory Sticks - Memory photorecording(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the lock is set to the left (unlock

Continuous shooting settingsRecording still images on Memory Sticks - Memory photorecordingSettingMeaning (indicator on the screen)OFF Your camcorder

Recording an image from a mini DV tape as a still image________________________________- DCR-TRV10 only ^ oiir cnmcoalor can road nio\ ing pictiiro da

step 1 Preparing the power supplyГГ-3'jHl'il?!Install the battery pack to use your camcorder outdoors.(1) Lift up the viewfinder.(2) Slide

Recording an image from a mini DV tape as a still imageRecording a still image from other equipment(1) Set the POWER switch to VTR and set DISPLAY in

Copying still images from a mini DV tape - Pnoto save- DCR-TRV10 onlyUsing the search function, you can automatically take in only still im

To stop copyingPress MENU to stop copying.When the memory of the Memory Stick is full"MEMORY FULL" appears on the LCD screen, anti the copyi

I /iewinq a still picture - Memory photo ^ ilayback- DCR-TRV10 only! You can play back still images recordetl on a Memory Stick. You can also play ha

Viewing a stili picture - Memory photo playbackTo play back recorded images on a TV screen• Connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting

Viewing a still picture - Memory photo playback12_______a_______4_______5---------^DSC00006 6/ toon- ► mark•To display the following 6 images, keep pr

Viewing a still picture - Memory photo playback Viewing the recorded images using a personal computerThe image data recorded with your camcorder is co

Superimposing a still picture in a Memory Stick on a moving picture - M. CHROM/M. LUMI/C. CKROM___________- DCR-TRV10 onlyYou can suporimpose a still

Before operationInsert ii recorded Memor\- Stick on vour camcorder.(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.(2) Press MEMORY PLAY in the standby mode.The la

Items to adustM. CHROM Tlie color (blue) scheme of the area in the still picture which is to be swapped with a moving pictureM, LUMI The color (bright