Sony DCR-TRV25 User Manual

3-073-855-12 (1)©2002 Sony CorporationOperating InstructionsBefore operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,and retain it for future ref

Quick Start Guide10Quick Start Guide – Recording on a “Memory Stick”This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on a“Memory Stick” of

100Erasing a title(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.(2) Press MENU, then select TITLEERASE in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial(p. 181).(3) Turn th

101EditingMaking your own titlesYou can make up to two titles and store them in the memory of your camcorder. Eachtitle can have up to 20 characters.(

102To change a title you have storedIn step 3, select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET, depending on which title you wantto change, then press the SEL/PUSH

103EditingLabeling a cassetteIf you use a cassette with cassette memory, you can label a cassette. Labels canconsist of up to 10 characters and are st

104To erase the label you have madeIn step 4 turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [C], then press the dial. The lastcharacter is erased.To change the

105“Memory Stick” Operations– Except DCR-TRV16You can easily record and playback images on the “Memory Stick” supplied with yourcamcorder. You can als

106“Memory Stick”s formatted on a computer“Memory Stick”s formatted on Windows OS or Macintosh computers are notguaranteed compatible with your camcor

107“Memory Stick” OperationsUsing a “Memory Stick” – IntroductionSelecting the still image quality modeYou can select the image quality mode in still

108Image quality settingsSetting MeaningSUPER FINE (SFN)* This is the highest image quality in your camcorder.The number of still images you can recor

109“Memory Stick” OperationsSelecting the image sizeStill images:DCR-TRV25/TRV27:You can select either of two image sizes.1152 × 864 or 640 × 480 (Whe

Quick Start Guide11NOTEDo not pick up your camcorder byholding the viewfinder, the LCDpanel or the battery pack.Recording a still image on a “Memory S

110Image size settingsSetting Meaning Indicator1152 × 864* Records 1152 × 864 still images.1152640 × 480 Records 640 × 480 still images.640*320 × 240

111“Memory Stick” OperationsUsing a “Memory Stick” – IntroductionApproximate time of moving pictures you can record on a“Memory Stick”The time of movi

112– Except DCR-TRV16You can record still images on “Memory Stick”s.Before operationInsert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.(1) Set the POWER swit

113“Memory Stick” OperationsRecording still images on a “Memory Stick”– Memory Photo recordingWhen the POWER switch is set to MEMORYThe following func

114Recording images continuouslyYou can record still images continuously. Select one of the following modes in BURSTin the menu settings before record

115“Memory Stick” OperationsRecording still images on a “Memory Stick”– Memory Photo recordingIf the capacity of the “Memory Stick” becomes full” FUL

116Recording still images on a “Memory Stick”– Memory Photo recordingSelf-timer memory photo recordingYou can record still images on “Memory Stick”s w

117“Memory Stick” OperationsRecording an image from a tape as a stillimage– Except DCR-TRV16Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a

118If you press PHOTO lightly in the playback modeThe cassette stops momentarily.Sound recorded on a tapeYou cannot record audio from a tape.Titles al

119“Memory Stick” OperationsUsing the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)NoteIn the following instances, recording is interrupted or “ REC ERROR” is d

12— Getting Started —Using this manualThe instructions in this manual are for the four models listed in the table below. Beforeyou start reading this

120– Except DCR-TRV16You can superimpose a still image you have recorded on the “Memory Stick” on themoving picture you are recording. You can record

121“Memory Stick” OperationsSuperimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image– MEMORY MIXRecording superimposed images on a tapeBefore ope

122Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image– MEMORY MIXTo change the still image to superimposeDo either of the following:–Press

123“Memory Stick” OperationsRecording superimposed images on a “Memory Stick” as a stillimageImage size is automatically set to 640 × 480.Before opera

124To change the still image to superimposeDo either of the following:–Press MEMORY –/+ before step 6.–Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial before step 6, and

125“Memory Stick” Operations– Except DCR-TRV16You can record moving pictures with sound on “Memory Stick”s.The picture and sound are recorded up to th

126When the POWER switch is set to MEMORYThe following functions do not work:– Wide mode– Digital zoom– SteadyShot– Super NightShot– Color Slow Shutte

127“Memory Stick” OperationsSelf-timer MPEG movie recordingYou can record moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s with the self-timer. You can alsouse the

128– Except DCR-TRV16Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as amoving picture on a “Memory Stick.” Your camcord

129“Memory Stick” OperationsRecording pictures from a tape as a moving pictureNotes•Sound recorded in 48 kHz is converted to 32 kHz sound when recordi

13Getting StartedNote on Cassette MemoryYour camcorder is based on the DV format. You can use only mini DV cassettes withyour camcorder. We recommend

130Recording a moving picture from external equipmentBefore operationSet DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.)(1) Se

131“Memory Stick” OperationsUsing the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)NoteIn the following instances, recording is interrupted or “ REC ERROR” is d

132– Except DCR-TRV16You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto “Memory Stick”s.Making the program(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR o

133“Memory Stick” OperationsErasing the program you have setErase OUT first and then IN from of the last program.(1) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to se

134Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture– Digital program editing (on “Memory Stick”s)Performing the program (Dubbing a “Memory St

135“Memory Stick” OperationsCopying still images from a tape– PHOTO SAVE– Except DCR-TRV16Using the search function, you can automatically capture onl

136Image size of still imagesImage size is automatically set to 640 × 480.When the access lamp is lit or flashingDo not shake or knock your camcorder.

137“Memory Stick” OperationsViewing still images– Memory Photo playback– Except DCR-TRV16You can play back still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.”

138To play back recorded images on a TV screen•Connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with yourcamcorder before opera

139“Memory Stick” OperationsPlaying back six recorded images at a time (index screen)You can play back six recorded images at a time. This function is

14Precautions on camcorder careLens and LCD screen/finder (on mounted models only)•The LCD screen and the finder are manufactured using extremely high

140– Except DCR-TRV16You can play back moving pictures recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can also playback six images including still images in order

141“Memory Stick” OperationsPlaying back a moving picture from the desired partThe moving picture recorded on a “Memory Stick” is divided into 23 part

142Viewing moving pictures – MPEG movie playbackScreen indicators during moving picture playbackRecording date/timeRecording date/time are displayed w

143“Memory Stick” Operations– Except DCR-TRV16You can copy images recorded on “Memory Stick” and record them to a tape.Before operation•Insert a tape

144Copying images recorded on “Memory Stick”s to a tapeDuring copyingYou cannot operate the following buttons:–MEMORY PLAY–MEMORY INDEX–MEMORY DELETE–

145“Memory Stick” Operations– Except DCR-TRV16You can enlarge still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can select and view adesired part from th

146The PB ZOOM mode is canceled when the following buttons are pressed:–MENU–MEMORY PLAY–MEMORY INDEX–MEMORY –/+Moving pictures recorded on “Memory St

147“Memory Stick” Operations– Except DCR-TRV16You can automatically play back images in sequence. This function is useful especiallywhen checking reco

148– Except DCR-TRV16You can protect selected images to prevent accidental erasure of important images.Before operationInsert a “Memory Stick” into yo

149“Memory Stick” Operations– Except DCR-TRV16You can delete images stored in a “Memory Stick.”You can delete all images or only selected images.Delet

15Getting StartedChecking supplied accessoriesMake sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder.1 Wireless Remote Commander (1

150Deleting all imagesYou can delete all unprotected images in a “Memory Stick.”Before operationInsert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.(1) Set th

151“Memory Stick” Operations– Except DCR-TRV16You can specify a recorded still image to print out by putting marks. This function isuseful for printin

152Using the optional printer– Except DCR-TRV16You can use the optional printer on your camcorder to print images on print paper.For details, refer to

153“Memory Stick” OperationsUsing the optional printerImages recorded in the multi screen modeYou cannot print images recorded in the multi screen mod

154There are following ways of connecting the camcorder to a computer in order to viewimages saved on a “Memory Stick”* or recorded on tape on your co

155Viewing Images Using Your ComputerWhen connecting to a computer using the i.LINK cable (DVconnecting cable)Your computer must have a DV jack and ed

156Notes on using your computer“Memory Stick”•“Memory Stick” operations on your camcorder cannot be assured if a “Memory Stick”formatted on your compu

157Viewing Images Using Your ComputerConnecting your camcorder to yourcomputer using the USB cable– For Windows usersComplete installation of the USB

158Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable– For Windows usersRecommended computer usage environment to view “MemoryStick” image

159Viewing Images Using Your ComputerInstalling the USB driverStart the following operation without connecting the USB cable to yourcomputer.Connect t

16Step 1 Preparing the power supplyInstalling the battery pack(1) Lift up the viewfinder.(2) Slide the battery pack down until it clicks.To remove th

160Making the computer recognize the camcorderViewing images recorded on a tapeRefer to page 161 for details on viewing “Memory Stick” images on your

161Viewing Images Using Your Computer(11)Follow the on-screen messages so that the Add Hardware Wizard recognizesthat the USB drivers have been instal

162Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable– For Windows usersIf you cannot install the USB driverThe USB driver has been regist

163Viewing Images Using Your ComputerConnecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable– For Windows usersWindows 2000 ProfessionalWindows

164Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick”– Except DCR-TRV16Step1: Uninstall the incorrect USB driver1 Turn on your computer and allow Windows to

165Viewing Images Using Your ComputerCapturing images with “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony”You need to install the USB driver and “PIXELA ImageMix

166(7) Connect the USB jack on your computer to the (USB) jack on your camcorderusing the supplied USB cable.(8) Press N to start playback.The pictu

167Viewing Images Using Your ComputerViewing images recorded on a tape with your computer– For Windows usersCapturing moving pictures(1) Select .(2) L

168Seeing the on-line help (operating instructions) of “PIXELAImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony”A “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” on-line help site is

169Viewing Images Using Your Computer– Except DCR-TRV16Viewing imagesBefore operation•You need to install the USB driver to view “Memory Stick” images

17Getting StartedCharging the battery packUse the battery pack after charging it for your camcorder.Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM

170Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” with yourcomputer – For Windows usersImage file storage destinations and image filesImage files recorde

171Viewing Images Using Your ComputerConnecting your camcorder to yourcomputer using the USB cable– For Macintosh users– Except DCR-TRV16When connecti

172(3) Click the “USB Driver” to open the folder containing the six files related to“Driver.”(4) Select the following two files, and drag and drop the

173Viewing Images Using Your ComputerViewing images recorded on a “MemoryStick” with your computer– For Macintosh users– Except DCR-TRV16Viewing image

174You can capture images and sound from an analog video unit connected to yourcomputer which has the i.LINK (DV) jack connected to your camcorder.Bef

175Customizing Your Camcorder— Customizing Your Camcorder —Changing the menu settingsTo change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu

176Changing the menu settingsTo make the menu display disappearPress MENU.Menu items are displayed as the following icons:MANUAL SETCAMERA SETVCR SETL

177Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the menu settingsIcon/itemCAMERA SETSELFTIMER*D ZOOMPHOTO REC*16:9WIDESTEADYSHOTFRAME RECINT. REC POWER swit

178Icon/itemVCR SETHiFi SOUNDAUDIO MIXA/V t DV OUTLCD/VF SETLCD BRIGHTLCD B.L.LCD COLORVF B.L.Modez STEREO12—z OFFON—z BRT NORMALBRIGHT—z BRT NORMALBR

179Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the menu settingsIcon/item MEMORY SET (except DCR-TRV16)STILL SETBURSTQUALITYIMAGESIZE*1)MOVIE SETIMAGESIZEREMAI

18Remaining battery time indicatorThe remaining battery time indicator in the display window indicates the approximaterecording time when recording us

180Changing the menu settingsIcon/item MEMORY SET (except DCR-TRV16)PRINT MARKPROTECTSLIDE SHOWPHOTO SAVEFILE NO.DELETE ALLFORMATModeONz OFFONz OFF——z

181Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the menu settingsIcon/item PRINT SET (except DCR-TRV16)9PIC PRINTDATE/TIME CM SETTITLETITLEERASETITLE DSPLCM SEA

182Changing the menu settingsIcon/item TAPE SETREC MODEAUDIO MODEqREMAINModez SPLPz 12BIT16BITz AUTOONMeaningTo record in the SP (Standard Play) modeT

183Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the menu settingsIcon/item SETUP MENUCLOCK SETUSB STREAMUSBCONNECT*LTR SIZELANGUAGEDEMO MODEMode—z OFFONz NORMAL

184* Except DCR-TRV16NoteIf you press DISPLAY with DISPLAY set to V-OUT/LCD in the menu settings, thepicture from a TV or VCR will not appear on the L

185Troubleshooting— Troubleshooting —Types of trouble and how to correcttroubleIf you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following tab

186Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• NIGHTSHOT is set to ON.c Set it to OFF. (p. 34)• NIGHTSHOT is set to ON in a bright place.c Set it to OFF

187TroubleshootingTypes of trouble and how to correct troubleSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The cassette has no cassette memory.c Use a cass

188Types of trouble and how to correct troubleSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The power supply is disconnected.c Connect it firmly. (p. 16, 2

189TroubleshootingTypes of trouble and how to correct troubleSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is s

19Getting StartedRecording timeDCR-TRV16/TRV18Recording with Recording withBattery pack the viewfinder the LCD screenContinuous Typical* Continuous Ty

190Types of trouble and how to correct troubleSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• Setting program on a blank portion of the tape isattempted.c Se

191TroubleshootingC:21:00Self-diagnosis displayFive-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Actions• You are using a battery pack that is not an“InfoLIT

192Warning indicators and messages100-0001 Warning indicator as to fileSlow flashing:•The file is corrupted.•The file is unreadable.•You are trying to

193TroubleshootingWarning indicators and messagesWarning messages•CLOCK SET Set the date and time (p. 23).•FOR “InfoLITHIUM” Use an “InfoLITHIUM” batt

194— Additional Information —Usable cassettesSelecting cassette typesYou can use mini DV cassettes only*. You cannot use any other 8 mm, Hi8, Di

195Additional InformationUsable cassettesCopyright signalWhen you play backUsing any other video camera recorder, you cannot record on a tape that has

196Notes on the cassetteWhen affixing a label on the cassetteBe sure to affix a label only at the locations illustrated below [a] to prevent amalfunct

197Additional InformationAbout the “InfoLITHIUM” battery packWhat is the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack?The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion ba

198Remaining battery time indicator•If the power goes off although the remaining battery time indicator indicates that thebattery pack has enough powe

199Additional InformationThe DV jack on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant DV input/output jack. This sectiondescribes the i.LINK standard and its featu

2Welcome!Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam. With your Handycam, you can capture life’sprecious moments with superior picture and

20Playing timeDCR-TRV16/TRV18Battery packPlaying time Playing timeon LCD screen with LCD closedNP-FM30 (supplied) 100 135NP-FM50 160 220NP-FM70 335 45

200i.LINK baud ratei.LINK’s maximum baud rate varies according to the equipment. Three maximum baudrates are defined:S100 (approx. 100Mbps*)S200 (appr

201Additional InformationUsing your camcorder abroadYou can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC power adaptorsupplied with your camc

202Maintenance information andprecautionsMoisture condensationIf your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture maycon

203Additional InformationMaintenance informationCleaning the video headsTo ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. The vide

204Maintenance information and precautionsPrecautionsCamcorder operation•Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC power adaptor).•F

205Additional InformationMaintenance information and precautionsAC power adaptor•Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when you are not using it for a

206Maintenance information and precautionsNotes on dry batteriesTo avoid possible damage from battery leakage or corrosion, observe the following:–Be

207Additional InformationSpecificationsVideo camerarecorderSystemVideo recording system2 rotary headsHelical scanning systemAudio recording systemRot

208SpecificationsMass (approx.)DCR-TRV16: 610 g (1 lb 5 oz)DCR-TRV18: 620 g (1 lb 5 oz)DCR-TRV25: 640 g (1 lb 6 oz)DCR-TRV27: 660 g (1 lb 7 oz)main un

209Quick Reference— Quick Reference —Identifying parts and controls1 Focus ring (p. 61)2 Lens3 MicrophoneCamcorder4 Viewfinder (p. 29)5 Display window

21Getting StartedStep 1 Preparing the power supplyNoteApproximate recording time and continuous playing time at 25 °C (77 °F). The batterylife will b

210Identifying parts and controls8 PHOTO button (p. 43)9 Power zoom lever (p. 30)q; EDITSEARCH button (p. 37)qa Grip strapqs NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 34)8

211Quick ReferenceIdentifying parts and controlswswdqlw;qkqjwawfwgqj BATT release button (p. 16)qk SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 23)ql START/STOP button (p.

212whwjwledeaese;wkwh (LANC) control jack (blue)LANC stands for Local ApplicationControl Bus System. The control jack isused for controlling the tape

213Quick Referenceelr;ekPLAY INDEXMPEGDELETEMEMORYMIXMEMORYefegehejraPAUSEFFPLAYREWSTOPef Speakereg OPEN button (p. 26)eh LCD screen (p. 26)ej RESET b

214Identifying parts and controlsrs ENDSEARCH button (p. 37)rd DISPLAY button (p. 39)rf VOLUME buttons (p. 38)rg REC (record) button (p. 89, 91, 93, 1

215Quick ReferenceIdentifying parts and controlstatstftgthtdta Battery pack (p. 16)ts OPEN/EJECT lever (p. 25)td Cassette lidtf Cassette compartmenttg

216To prepare the Remote CommanderInsert 2 size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and – on the batteries to the + and – inthe battery compartment.No

217Quick ReferenceIdentifying parts and controlsOperation indicators1 Cassette memory (p. 13, 194)2 Remaining battery time (p. 32)3 Zoom (p. 30)/Expos

218Identifying parts and controlswf Audio mode (p. 182)wg Data file name*1) *2) (p. 124)/Time(p. 23)wh Video flash readyThis indicator appears when yo

219Quick ReferenceIndexA, BAC power adaptor... 17Adjusting viewfinder ... 29Audio dubbing... 94AUDIO MIX

22Connecting to a wall outletWhen you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from awall outlet using the AC power adaptor.

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23Getting StartedSet the date and time when you use your camcorder for the first time. “CLOCK SET”will be displayed each time that you set the POWER s

24Step 2 Setting the date and timeThe year changes as follows:If you do not set the date and time“– – – – – – – – –” and “– –:– –:– –” are recorded

25Getting Started(1) Prepare the power supply.(2) Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. Thecassette compartment automatica

26Your camcorder automatically focuses for you.(1) Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on its sides and pull the lens capstring to fix it.(2) P

27Recording – BasicsNote on the LOCK switch (except DCR-TRV16)When you slide the LOCK switch to the right, the POWER switch can no longer be setto MEM

28Adjusting the LCD screenThe LCD panel can be opened up to 90 degrees.The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the viewfinder side and about 180 degre

29Recording – BasicsAdjusting the brightness of the LCD screen(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, VCR or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16).Turn the SEL/PUSH E

3Getting Started“Memory Stick”This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device

30Using the zoom featureMove the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.Using the zoom function sparingly resu

31Recording – BasicsRecording a pictureShooting with the Mirror ModeThis feature allows the camera subject to view him-or herself on the LCD screen.Th

32Indicators displayed in the recording modeIndicators are not recorded on tapes.Remaining battery time indicator during recordingThe indicator shows

33Recording – BasicsShooting backlit subjects – BACK LIGHTWhen you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with alight b

34Shooting in the dark– NightShot/Super NightShot/Color Slow ShutterYou can shoot a subject in a dark place. For example, you can satisfactorily recor

35Recording – BasicsRecording a pictureNotes•Do not use the NightShot mode in bright places (e.g. the outdoors in the daytime).This may cause your cam

36Self-timer recording– Except DCR-TRV16Recording with the self-timer starts in 10 seconds automatically. You can also use theRemote Commander for thi

37Recording – BasicsYou can use these buttons to check the recorded picture or shoot so that the transitionbetween the last recorded scene and the nex

38You can monitor the playback picture on the screen. If you close the LCD panel, you canmonitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can contr

39Playback – BasicsTo display the screen indicators – Display functionPress DISPLAY on your camcorder or the Remote Commander. The indicators appearon

4Main FeaturesRecording movingpictures or still images,and playing them back•Recording moving pictures on atape (p. 26)•Recording still images on a ta

40Playing back a tapeVarious settingsVarious settings are your camcorder’s information when you have recorded. In therecording mode, the various setti

41Playback – BasicsPlaying back a tapeTo view pictures at double speedPress ×2 on the Remote Commander during playback. For double speed playback in t

42Connect your camcorder to your TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with yourcamcorder to watch playback pictures on the TV screen. You can ope

43Advanced Recording Operations– Except DCR-TRV16You can record still images on a “Memory Stick” in the tape recording or standbymode. You can also re

44“Memory Stick”For more information, see page 105.Notes•Do not shake or strike your camcorder when you record still images. The image mayfluctuate.•Y

45Advanced Recording OperationsSelf-timer recordingYou can record still images on a “Memory Stick” with the self-timer. You can also usethe Remote Com

46You can record still images such as photographs on tapes.You can record about 510 images in the SP mode and about 765 images in the LP modeon a 60-m

47Advanced Recording OperationsIf you record a moving subject with the tape photo recordingThe picture may fluctuate when you play back the still imag

48You can manually adjust and set the white balance. This adjustment makes whitesubjects look white and allows more natural color balance. Normally wh

49Advanced Recording OperationsYou can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on a 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE).Black bands appear on the screen during

5Getting StartedMain FeaturesOther usesFunctions for adjusting exposure in the recording mode•BACK LIGHT (p. 33)•NightShot/Super NightShot/Color Slow

50ID-1 systemThe ID-1 system sends aspect ratio (screen horizontal/vertical ratio) information (16:9,4:3, or letter box) with video signals.ID-2 syste

51Advanced Recording OperationsYou can fade in or out to give your recording a more professional appearance.MONOTONEWhen fading in, the picture gradua

52(1) When fading in [a]In the standby mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes.When fading out [b]In the recording mode, press FAD

53Advanced Recording OperationsUsing the fader functionWhile using the bounce function, you cannot use the following functions:–Focus–Zoom–Picture eff

54You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on TV.NEG. ART [a] : The color and brightness of the picture are r

55Advanced Recording OperationsUsing special effects – Digital effectYou can add special effects to recorded pictures using the various digital functi

56(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. Press MENU, then select D EFFECT in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 176).(2) Select the desired digital effect m

57Advanced Recording OperationsUsing special effects – Digital effectNotes•The following functions do not work during digital effect:–Fader–Super Nigh

58Using the PROGRAM AE functionYou can select PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to suit your specific shootingrequirements.SPOTLIGHT:This mode prevents

59Advanced Recording Operations(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16). PressMENU, then select PROGRAM AE in with the SEL/PUS

6Table of contentsMain Features... 4Quick Start Guide– Recording on a tape ... 8– Recordi

60You can manually adjust and set the exposure. Normally exposure is automaticallyadjusted. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases:–When

61Advanced Recording OperationsNormally, focus is automatically adjusted.However, you can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the f

62You can make a time-lapse recording by setting the camcorder to automatically recordand standby sequentially. You can achieve an excellent recording

63Advanced Recording OperationsInterval recordingTo cancel the interval recordingPerform either of the following:–Set INT. REC to OFF in the menu sett

64You can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect using frame recording.To create this effect, alternately move the subject a little and m

65Advanced Playback OperationsDuring playback, you can process a scene using the following picture effect functions:NEG. ART, SEPIA, B&W and SOLAR

66During playback, you can process a scene using the following digital effect functions:STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL.(1) In the playback or playback

67Advanced Playback OperationsYou can enlarge playback images recorded on tapes. Besides the operation describedhere, your camcorder can enlarge still

68Pictures in the PB ZOOMPictures in the PB ZOOM mode are not output through the DV IN/OUT jack and the (USB) jack.The PB ZOOM function is automatic

69Advanced Playback OperationsYour camcorder goes forward or backward to automatically stop at a desired scenehaving a tape counter value of “0:00:00”

7Getting StartedTable of contentsRecording moving pictures on a“Memory Stick”– MPEG movie recording... 125Recording pictures from a tape as a

70If you use a cassette with cassette memory, you can search for the boundaries ofrecorded tape by title. Use the Remote Commander for this operation.

71Advanced Playback OperationsYou can automatically search for the point where the recording date changes and startplayback from that point. Use a tap

72NoteIf one day’s recording is less than two minutes, your camcorder may not accurately findthe point where the recording date changes.If a tape has

73Advanced Playback OperationsYou can search for a still image you have recorded on a tape (PHOTO SEARCH). It isconvenient to use the cassette with th

74Searching for a photo without using cassette memory(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.(2) Set CM SEARCH in to OFF in the menu settings (p. 181).(3) Pr

75EditingUsing the A/V connecting cableYou can dub or edit on the VCR connected to your camcorder using your camcorder asa player. Connect your camcor

76If your VCR is a monaural typeConnect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and thewhite or the red plug to the audio

77EditingDubbing a tapeYou can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)See page 199 for more information about i.LINK.Picture

78You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto a tape without operatingthe VCR.Scenes can be selected by frame. You can set up to 20

79EditingStep 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the A/V connecting cableTo edit using the VCR, send the control signal by infrared rays to the remote

Quick Start Guide8Quick Start Guide – Recording on a tapeThis chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on atape of your camcorder. See t

80Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)* TV/VCR componentNote on IR SETUP codesDigital program editing is not possible if t

81Editing(2)Setting the modes to cancel the recording pause on the VCR1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PAUSEMODE, then press the dial.2 Turn th

82(4)Confirming VCR operation1 Insert a recordable tape into the VCR, then set to recording pause.2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IR TEST, the

83EditingDubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)43765OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT RETURNRETUR

84Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)When you connect using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)•You cannot dub the tit

85EditingDubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)2,368VIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT–IN” ”CUT–OUT”

86Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)Operation 1: Making the program(1) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder,

87EditingDubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)Erasing the program you have setErase OUT first and then IN from the last set

88Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)Operation 2: Performing the program (Dubbing a tape)Make sure your camcorder and VCR

89EditingUsing the A/V connecting cableYou can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has video/audio outputs. Use your camcord

Quick Start Guide9VCRMEMORYCAMERAOFF(CHG)POWERPLAYREWVCRMEMORYCAMERAOFF(CHG)POWERRecording a picture (p. 26)Monitoring the playback picture on the LCD

90If your VCR or TV is a monaural typeConnect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video output jack and thewhite or the red plug to the

91EditingUsing the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) to DV IN/OUT jackon your camco

92Inserting a scene from a VCR– Insert EditingYou can insert a new scene with sound from a VCR onto your originally recorded tapeby specifying the ins

93EditingTo change the insert end pointPress ZERO SET MEMORY again after step 5 to erase the ZERO SET MEMORYindicator and begin from step 3.NotePictur

94If you connect audio equipment, you can add sound to your recorded tape alreadyrecorded in the 12-bit mode by specifying the start and end points. T

95EditingAudio dubbingDubbing with the AUDIO/VIDEO jackDubbing with the built-in microphoneNo connection is necessary.NoteWhen dubbing with the AUDIO/

96Adding audio on a recorded tapeChoose a connection described on the previous pages, and connect audio equipment ormicrophone to your camcorder. Then

97EditingAudio dubbingNotes•New audio cannot be recorded on a tape already recorded in the 16-bit mode (32 kHz,44.1 kHz or 48 kHz).•New audio cannot b

98Superimposing a titleIf you use a tape with cassette memory, you can superimpose the title. Whenyou play back the tape, the title is displayed for f

99EditingSuperimposing a titleIf you set the write-protect tab of the cassette to lockYou cannot superimpose or erase the title. Slide the write-prote