Sony DCR-TRV740 User Manual

SERIESTM©2002 Sony CorporationModel No. DCR-TRV Model No. AC-Serial No. Serial No.Operating InstructionsBefore operating the unit, please read this ma

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

100Installing “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony”Install “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” on your computer. “PIXELAImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” i

101EditingCapturing images with “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony”To use this software in Windows 2000 Professional, you must be authorized as a Pow

102Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer(Windows users only)(6) Click on the screen.The “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” startup sc

103EditingViewing images live from your camcorder(1) Follow the steps (1), (2) on page 101, then connect the AC power adaptor toyour camcorder and the

104Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer(Windows users only)Notes•When you view images on your computer with the USB connection, the foll

105Customizing Your Camcorder— Customizing Your Camcorder —Changing the menu settingsTo change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu

106Icon/itemPROGRAM AEP EFFECTD EFFECTFLASH MODEFLASH LVLN.S. LIGHTAUTO SHTRTo make the menu display disappearPress MENU.Menu items are displayed as t

107Customizing Your CamcorderIcon/itemSELFTIMER*D ZOOM(DCR-TRV240/TRV340)D ZOOM(DCR-TRV740/TRV840)PHOTO REC*16:9WIDESTEADYSHOTFRAME RECINT. REC POWE

108Icon/itemHiFi SOUNDTBC*TBC stands for “Time Base Corrector”.DNR*DNR stands for “Digital Noise Reduction”.AUDIO MIXA/V t DV OUTPB MODEModez STEREO12

109Customizing Your CamcorderIcon/itemLCD BRIGHTLCD B. L.LCD COLORVF B.L.Mode—z BRT NORMALBRIGHT—z BRT NORMALBRIGHTMeaningTo adjust the brightness on

11Getting StartedUsing this manualPrecautions on camcorder careLens and LCD screen/finder•The LCD screen and the finder are manufactured using extreme

110Icon/item1)STILL SETBURSTPIC MODE(DCR-TRV340only)QUALITYFLD/FRAME(DCR-TRV340only)IMAGESIZE(DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only)MOVIE SETIMAGESIZEREMAINPRINT MAR

111Customizing Your CamcorderIcon/item* PROTECTSLIDE SHOWPHOTO SAVEFILE NO.DELETE ALLFORMATModeONz OFF————z SERIESRESETz RETURNOKz RETURNOKMeaningTo p

112Icon/item* 9PIC PRINTDATE/TIMEREC MODEAUDIO MODEq REMAINModez RETURNSAMEMULTIMARKEDz OFFDATEDAY&TIMEz SPLPz 12BIT16BITz AUTOONMeaningTo cancel

113Customizing Your Camcorder* DCR-TRV740/TRV840 onlyNotes on DEMO MODE•You cannot select DEMO MODE when a cassette is inserted in your camcorder.•The

114Changing the menu settingsIcon/itemDATA CODEWORLD TIMEBEEPCOMMANDERDISPLAYModez DATE/CAMDATE—z MELODYNORMALOFFz ONOFFz LCDV-OUT/LCDMeaningTo displa

115Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the menu settingsIcon/itemREC LAMPVIDEO EDITINDICATORModez ONOFFz RETURN*TAPE*MEMORY*z BL OFFBL ONMeaningTo ligh

116– Except DCR-TRV240You can record and play back images on a “Memory Stick” supplied with yourcamcorder. You can easily play back, record or delete

117“Memory Stick” operationsUsing “Memory Stick”– Introduction“Memory Stick”s formatted on computer“Memory Stick”s formatted on Windows OS or Macintos

118Inserting “Memory Stick”Insert a “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick” slot as far as it can go with the b markfacing toward the “Memory Stick” slot

119“Memory Stick” operationsSelecting the still image quality modeYou can select the image quality mode in still image recording. The default setting

12Installing the battery pack(1) Lift up the viewfinder.(2) Slide the battery pack down until it clicks.To remove the battery pack(1) Lift up the view

120Using “Memory Stick”– IntroductionImage quality settingsSetting MeaningSUPER FINE (SFN) This is the highest image quality in your camcorder.(DCR-TR

121“Memory Stick” operationsSelecting the image sizeYou can select either of two image sizesStill images (DCR-TRV740/TRV840 only): 1152 × 864 or 640 ×

122Using “Memory Stick”– IntroductionImage size settingsSetting Meaning IndicatorRecording Playback1152 × 864* Records 1152 × 864 still images.1152SFN

123“Memory Stick” operationsApproximate number of still images you can record on a“Memory Stick”The number of images you can record varies depending o

124– Except DCR-TRV240You can record still images on “Memory Stick”s.Before operationInsert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.(1) Set the POWER swi

125“Memory Stick” operationsWhen the POWER switch is set to MEMORYThe following functions do not work:–Wide mode–SUPER NIGHTSHOT–Color Slow Shutter–Fa

126Recording images continuouslyYou can record still images continuously. Select one of the three modes described belowbefore recording.NORMAL [a] (DC

127“Memory Stick” operationsRecording still images on “Memory Stick”s– Memory Photo recording2,6345MENUMEMORY SET STILL SET MOVIE SET PRINT MAR

128Self-timer memory photo recordingYou can record images on “Memory Stick”s with the self-timer.You can use the Remote Commander for this operation.(

129“Memory Stick” operations– Except DCR-TRV240You can superimpose a still image you have recorded on the “Memory Stick” on themoving picture you are

13Getting StartedCharging the battery packUse the battery pack after charging it for your camcorder.Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM

130Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image– MEMORY MIXRecording superimposed images on a tapeBefore operation•Insert a tape for

131“Memory Stick” operationsSuperimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image– MEMORY MIXTo change the still image to superimposeDo either

132Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image– MEMORY MIXRecording superimposed images on a “Memory Stick” as a stillimageBefore op

133“Memory Stick” operationsSuperimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image– MEMORY MIXTo change the still image to superimposeDo either

134Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image– MEMORY MIXNotes•You cannot use the MEMORY MIX function for moving pictures recorded

135“Memory Stick” operations– Except DCR-TRV240Your camcorder can read moving image data recorded on a tape recorded in theDigital8 system, and reco

136When you press PHOTO on the Remote CommanderYour camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen when you pressthe button.Titles supe

137“Memory Stick” operationsUsing the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)NoteIn the following instances, “ REC ERROR” is displayed and recording is no

138Copying still images from a tape– PHOTO SAVE– Except DCR-TRV240Using the search function, you can automatically capture only still images from tape

139“Memory Stick” operationsTo stop copyingPress MENU.When the “Memory Stick” becomes full“MEMORY FULL” appears on the screen, and copying stops. Inse

14Step 1 Preparing the power supplyNotePrevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts on the DC plugof the AC power adaptor.

140– Except DCR-TRV240You can record moving pictures with sound on “Memory Stick”s.Before operationInsert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.(1) Set

141“Memory Stick” operationsWhen the POWER switch is set to MEMORYThe angle of view is slightly larger compared with the angle of view in CAMERAmode.W

142– Except DCR-TRV240Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on tapes and record it as amoving picture on a “Memory Stick.” Your camcord

143“Memory Stick” operationsNotes•Sound recorded in 48 kHz is converted to 32 kHz sound when recording pictures froma tape to “Memory Stick”s.•Sound r

144Recording a moving picture from external equipmentBefore operationSet DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.)(1) Set the

145“Memory Stick” operationsUsing the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)NoteIn the following instances, recording is discontinued.–When recording on a

146– Except DCR-TRV240You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto “Memory Stick”s.Making the program(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR

147“Memory Stick” operationsRecording edited pictures as a moving picture– Digital program editing (on “Memory Stick”s)7,981011REWRECFFPAUSESTOPPLAY32

148Notes•Digital program editing works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system.•You cannot dub the titles or display indicators.•You cannot o

149“Memory Stick” operationsRecording edited pictures as a moving picture– Digital program editing (on “Memory Stick”s)Performing the program (Dubbing

15Getting StartedStep 1 Preparing the power supplyCharging timeBattery pack Full charge (Normal charge)NP-FM30 1)145 (85)NP-FM50 2)150 (90)NP-FM70 24

150– Except DCR-TRV240You can play back still images recorded on a “Memory Stick”. You can also play backsix images including moving pictures in order

151“Memory Stick” operationsTo play back recorded images on a TV screen•Before operation connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cabl

152Playing back six recorded images at a time (index screen)You can play back six recorded images at a time. This function is especially useful whense

153“Memory Stick” operations– Except DCR-TRV240You can play back moving pictures recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can also playback six images includ

154Screen indicators during moving picture playbackRecording date/timeYou can view recording date/time by pressing DATA CODE on the RemoteCommander du

155“Memory Stick” operations– Except DCR-TRV240You can view data recorded on the “Memory Stick” on your computer.NoteData recorded on the “Memory Stic

156For Windows usersRecommended Windows environmentOS: Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000Professional, Windows XP Home Editi

157“Memory Stick” operations(3) Move the cursor to “USB Driver” and click. This starts USB driver installation.(4) Follow the on-screen messages to in

158Viewing images recorded on “Memory Stick”s on your computerIf you cannot install the USB driverThe USB driver has been registered incorrectly as yo

159“Memory Stick” operationsViewing images on WindowsAn application such as Windows Media Player must be installed to play back movingpictures in Wind

16Step 1 Preparing the power supplyApproximate number of minutes when you use a fully charged battery* Approximate continuous recording time at 25°C

160For Macintosh usersRecommended Macintosh environmentMac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0/9.1/9.2 or Mac OS X (v10.0/v10.1) standard installation isrequired.However

161“Memory Stick” operations(3) Click “USB Driver” to open the folder containing the six files related to“Driver”.(4) Select all six files, and drag a

162Viewing images on MacintoshQuickTime 3.0 or newer must be installed to play back moving pictures in Macintoshenvironment.(1) Turn on your computer

163“Memory Stick” operationsNotes on using your computer“Memory Stick”•“Memory Stick” operations on your camcorder cannot be assured if a “Memory Stic

164– Except DCR-TRV240You can copy still images recorded on “Memory Stick”s and record them to tapes.Before operation•Insert a tape for recording into

165“Memory Stick” operationsDuring copyingYou cannot operate the following buttons:–MEMORY PLAY–MEMORY INDEX–MEMORY DELETE–MEMORY MIX–MEMORY +/–Note o

166– Except DCR-TRV240You can enlarge still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can select and view adesired part from the enlarged still image.

167“Memory Stick” operationsTo cancel memory PB ZOOM modePress PB ZOOM.The PB ZOOM mode is canceled when the following buttons are pressed:– MENU– MEM

168– Except DCR-TRV240You can automatically play back images in sequence. This function is useful especiallywhen checking recorded images or during a

169“Memory Stick” operationsTo view recorded images on TVBefore operation, connect your camcorder to a TV with the A/V connecting cablesupplied with y

17Getting StartedConnecting to a wall outletWhen you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from awall outlet using the AC

170– Except DCR-TRV240You can protect selected images, to prevent accidental erasure of important images.Before operationInsert a “Memory Stick” into

171“Memory Stick” operations– Except DCR-TRV240You can delete images stored in a “Memory Stick.” You can delete all images or onlyselected images.Dele

172Deleting all imagesYou can delete all unprotected images in the “Memory Stick.”Before operationInsert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.(1) Set

173“Memory Stick” operationsTo cancel deleting all the images in the “Memory Stick”Select RETURN in step 4, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC.While DELETIN

174– Except DCR-TRV240You can specify a recorded still image to print out by writing a print mark. Thisfunction is useful for printing out still image

175“Memory Stick” operationsIf the write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCKYou cannot write print marks on still images.Moving picturesY

176Using the optional printer– Except DCR-TRV240You can use the printer (optional) on your camcorder to print images on print paper.For details, refer

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

178If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table totroubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power

179TroubleshootingSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• If 10 minutes elapse after you set the POWER switch toCAMERA or DEMO MODE is set to ON in t

18Step 2 Setting the date and timeSet the date and time settings when you use your camcorder for the first time.“CLOCK SET” will be displayed each ti

180In the recording and playback modesSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The battery pack is not installed, or is dead or nearly dead.c Install

181TroubleshootingWhen operating using the “Memory Stick”– Except DCR-TRV240Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The POWER switch is not set to ME

182OthersSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The input selector on the VCR is not set correctly.c Check the connection and set the input selector

183TroubleshootingOthersSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The battery pack is not properly installed.c Install it properly.• Something is wrong

184Five-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Actions• You are using a battery pack that is not an“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.c Use an “InfoLITHIUM” ba

185TroubleshootingWarning indicators and messagesIf indicators and messages appear on the screen or in the display window, check thefollowing.See the

186Warning messages•CLOCK SET Set the date and time (p. 18).•FOR “InfoLITHIUM” Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (p. 189).BATTERY ONLY•Q Z TAPE END Th

187Additional Information— Additional Information —Digital8 system, recording andplaybackWhat is the “Digital8 system”?This video system has been

188When you playback a dual sound track tapeWhen you use tapes recorded in the Digital8 systemWhen you play back a Digital8 system tape which is d

189Additional InformationAbout the “InfoLITHIUM” battery packWhat is the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack?The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion ba

19Getting StartedStep 2 Setting the date and timeThe year changes as follows:If you do not set the date and time“--- -- ----” “--:--:--” is recorded

190About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery packHow to store the battery pack•If the battery pack is not used for a long time, do the following procedure once

191Additional InformationThe DV jack on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant DV input/output jack. This sectiondescribes the i.LINK standard and its featu

192About i.LINKi.LINK functions on this unitFor details on how to dub when this unit is connected to other video equipment havingDV jacks, see page 72

193Additional InformationUsing your camcorder abroadYou can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC power adaptorsupplied with your camc

194Maintenance information andprecautionsMoisture condensationIf your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture maycon

195Additional InformationMaintenance informationCleaning the video headsTo ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads.When you

196Maintenance information and precautionsCharging the built-in rechargeable batteryYour camcorder is supplied with a built-in rechargeable battery in

197Additional InformationCamcorder care•Remove the tape, and periodically turn on the power, operate the CAMERA and VCRsections and play back a tape f

198Maintenance information and precautionsAbout care and storage of the lens•Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following ins

199Additional InformationMemory mode:40 - 600 mm (1 5/8 - 23 5/8 in.)Color temperatureAutoMinimum illuminationDCR-TRV240/TRV340:4 lx (lux) (F 1.6)DCR-

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20We recommend using Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes.(1) Prepare the power source (p. 12).(2) Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open

200SpecificationsAC power adaptorPower requirements100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 HzPower consumption23 WOutput voltageDC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.5 A in theoperating mod

201Quick Reference— Quick Reference —Identifying parts and controls1 Lens cap (p. 21)2 LCD screen (p. 21)3 OPEN button (p. 21)4 VOLUME –/+ button (p.

202qa SUPER NS/COLOR SLOW S button(p. 29)qs Focus ring (p. 54)qd Lensqf Microphoneqg Camera recording lamp (p. 21)qh Infrared rays emitter (p. 29)qj V

203Quick ReferenceIdentifying parts and controlswf RESET button (p. 183)wg EDITSEARCH button (p. 32)wh MEMORY operation buttons*MEMORY PLAY button (p.

204Identifying parts and controlsea Power zoom lever (p. 24)es Intelligent accessory shoeed Speakeref PB ZOOM button (p. 65, 166)eg TITLE button (p. 5

205Quick Referencerj rlt;rkrhIdentifying parts and controlsr; Viewfinder (p. 25)ra LOCK switch* (p. 21)rs Grip straprd MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jackConnect

206Identifying parts and controlststatftdFastening the grip strapFasten the grip strap firmly.ta S VIDEO jack (p. 38, 71, 136)ts AUDIO/VIDEO jack (p.

207Quick ReferenceTo prepare the Remote CommanderInsert 2 size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and – on the batteries tothe + and – in the battery

208Operation indicatorsLCD screen and Viewfinder Display windowIdentifying parts and controls1 Recording mode (p. 21)/Mirror mode (p. 26)2 Format (p.

209Quick ReferenceIndexA, BAC power adaptor... 13Adjusting viewfinder ... 25AFM HiFi Sound... 188AUDIO MIX ..

21Recording – BasicsYour camcorder automatically focuses for you.(1) Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on its sides and attach the lenscap to

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22Note on recording modeYour camcorder records and plays back in the SP (standard play) mode and in the LP(long play) mode. Select SP or LP in the men

23Recording – BasicsAdjusting the LCD screenThe LCD panel can be opened up to 90 degrees. The LCD panel moves about 90 degreesto the viewfinder side a

24Using 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

25Recording – BasicsAdjusting the viewfinderIf you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder.Adjust the viewfin

26Shooting with the Mirror ModeThis feature allows the camera subject to view him-or herself on the LCD screen.The subject uses this feature to check

27Recording – BasicsIndicators displayed in the recording modeIndicators are not recorded on tapes.Remaining battery time indicator during recordingTh

28Shooting backlit subjects – BACK LIGHTWhen you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with alight background, use the

29Recording – BasicsRecording a pictureShooting in the dark– NightShot/Super NightShot/Color Slow ShutterThe NightShot function enables you to shoot a

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30Notes•Do not use the NightShot mode in bright places (e.g. outdoors in the daytime). Thismay cause your camcorder to malfunction.•When you keep NIGH

31Recording – BasicsSelf-timer recording– Except DCR-TRV240Recording with the self-timer starts in 10 seconds automatically.You can also use the Remot

32You can use these buttons to check the recorded picture or shoot so that the transitionbetween the last recorded scene and the next scene you record

33Recording – BasicsChecking recordings – END SEARCH/EDITSEARCH/Rec ReviewNotes•END SEARCH, EDITSEARCH and Rec Review work only for tapes recorded in

34You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. If you close the LCD panel,you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder.You can co

35Playback – BasicsTo display the screen indicators – Display functionPress DISPLAY on your camcorder or the Remote Commander supplied with yourcamcor

36Playing back a tapeTo not display various settingsSet DATA CODE to DATE in the menu settings (p. 105).The display changes as follows when you press

37Playback – BasicsTo monitor high-speed pictures while advancing or rewindingthe tape (skip scan)Keep pressing m while rewinding or M while advancing

38Connect 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

39Advanced Recording OperationsYou can record still images such as photographs.You can record about 510 images in the SP mode and about 765 images in

4Recording moving or still images, and playing them back•Recording moving pictures on a tape (p. 21)•Recording still images on a tape (p. 39)•Playing

40To use the tape photo recording function during normal CAMERA recordingYou cannot check an image on the screen by pressing PHOTO lightly. Press PHOT

41Advanced Recording OperationsSelf-timer recording– Except DCR-TRV240You can record still images on tapes with the self-timer.You can also use the Re

42You 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 recording in 16:9WIDE mode [

43Advanced Recording OperationsUsing the wide modeID-1 systemThe ID-1 system sends aspect ratio (screen horizontal/vertical ratio) information (16:9,4

44You can fade in or out to give your recording a more professional appearance.MONOTONEWhen fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-wh

45Advanced Recording Operations(1) When fading in [a]In the standby mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes.When fading out [b]In

46While using the bounce function, you cannot use the following functions:–Focus–Zoom–Picture effectsNote on the bounce functionThe BOUNCE indicator d

47Advanced Recording OperationsYou can digitally process pictures to obtain special effects like those in films or on theTV.NEG. ART [a] : The color a

48Using special effects – Digital effectYou can add special effects to recorded picture using the various digital functions.Sound is recorded normally

49Advanced Recording Operations(1) In CAMERA mode, press MENU to display the menu settings.(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select D EFFECT in , the

Getting Started5Checking supplied accessoriesMake sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder.1 Wireless Remote Commander (1)

50Using special effects – Digital effectNotes•The following functions do not work during digital effects:–Fader–Photo recording–Super NightShot–Color

51Advanced Recording OperationsUsing the PROGRAM AE functionYou can select the PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to suit your specific shootingrequireme

52(1) In CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV240) mode, press MENU todisplay the menu settings.(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PROGRAM AE in , t

53Advanced Recording OperationsYou can manually adjust and set the exposure. Normally, exposure is automaticallyadjusted.Adjust the exposure manually

54You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases.Normally, focus is automatically adjusted:•The autofocus mode is

55Advanced Recording OperationsYou can make a time-lapse recording bysetting your camcorder to automaticallyrecord and standby sequentially. You canac

56Interval recordingTo cancel interval recordingPerform either of the following:–Set INT. REC to OFF in the menu settings.–Set the POWER switch to oth

57Advanced Recording OperationsYou can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect using frame recording.To create this effect, alternately mo

58You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles (p. 60). You can also selectthe language, color, size and position of titles.(1) In

59Advanced Recording OperationsTo superimpose the title while you are recordingPress TITLE while you are recording, and carry out steps 2 to 5. When y

6Table of contentsUsing the PROGRAM AE function ... 51Adjusting the exposure manually ... 53Focusing manually... 54In

60Making your own titlesYou can make up to two titles and store them in your camcorder. Each title can have upto 20 characters.(1) In the standby or V

61Advanced Recording OperationsTo change a title you have storedIn step 3, select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET, depending on which title you wantto chan

62You can insert a scene in the middle of a recorded tape by setting the start and endpoints. The previously recorded frames between these start and e

63Advanced Playback OperationsDuring playback, you can process a scene using the following picture effect functions:NEG.ART, SEPIA, B&W and SOLARI

64During playback, you can process a scene using the following digital effect functions:STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL.(1) In the playback mode, press

65Advanced Playback OperationsYou can enlarge moving and still images recorded on tapes.Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can enlar

66Notes•The PB ZOOM function works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system.•You cannot process externally input scenes using the PB ZOOM func

67Advanced Playback OperationsYour camcorder goes forward or backward to automatically stop at a desired scenehaving a tape counter value of “0:00:00”

68You can automatically search for the point where the recording date changes and startplayback from that point (date search).Use the Remote Commander

69Advanced Playback OperationsYou can search for the recorded still image recorded on tape (photo search).You can also search for still images one aft

Getting Started7Table of contents“Memory Stick” operations(except DCR-TRV240)Using “Memory Stick”– Introduction ... 116Rec

70Scanning photo(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.(2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the photoscan indicator appears on the

71EditingUsing the A/V connecting cableYou can dub or edit on the VCR connected to your camcorder using your camcorder asa player.Connect your camcord

72If 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

73EditingNote on tapes that are not recorded in the Digital8 systemThe picture may fluctuate. This is not a malfunction.During playback of tapes rec

74You 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

75EditingDubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)Step 1: Connecting the VCRYou can connect both an A/V connecting cable and an

76Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)57610VIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SETIR0:08:55:06TOTAL 0:00:0

77EditingDubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)* TV/VCR componentNote on IR SETUP codesDigital program editing is not possib

78(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 the SEL/

79Editing(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 T

Quick Start Guide8Quick Start GuideThis chapter introduces you to the basic features of yourcamcorder. See the page in parentheses “( )” for moreinfor

80Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the i.LINK cable(DV connecting cable)When you connect using i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional), f

81EditingWhen you connect using an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)You cannot dub the titles and display indicators.Dubbing only desired scenes – Di

82Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)Step 3: Adjusting the synchronization of the VCRYou can adjust the synchronization o

83EditingNotes•When you complete step 3, the image used to adjust synchronization is recorded forabout 50 seconds.•If you start recording from the ver

84Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)Operation 1: Making a program(1) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder, a

85EditingDubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)5689VIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SET1 IN0:08:55:06TOTA

86Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)Erasing the program you have setErase OUT first and then IN from of the last program

87EditingDubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)Operation 2: Performing the program (Dubbing a tape)Make sure that your camco

88You can capture images and sound from an analog video unit connected to yourcomputer which has the i.LINK (DV) jack connected to your camcorder.Befo

89EditingRecording video or TV programsUsing the A/V connecting cableYou can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has video/a

Quick Start Guide9ViewfinderWhen the LCD panel is closed, use the viewfinder with your eyeagainst the eyecup.The picture in the viewfinder is black an

90Recording video or TV programsNotes•To enable smooth transition, we recommend that you do not mix pictures recorded inthe Hi8/standard 8 with the Di

91EditingUsing the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) to DV IN/OUT ofyour camcorder

92You can insert a new scene from a VCR onto your originally recorded tape byspecifying the insert start and end points.Use the Remote Commander for t

93Editing(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.(2) On the connected VCR, locate just before the insert start point [a], then press Xto set

94If you connect your camcorder and your computer using the USB cable, you can viewpictures live from your camcorder and pictures recorded on a tape o

95EditingNotes•Operations are not guaranteed for either the Windows or Macintosh environment ifyou connect two or more USB equipment to a single compu

96Installing the USB driverBefore connecting your camcorder to your computer, install the USB driver on thecomputer. The USB driver is packaged togeth

97EditingViewing images recorded on a tape on your computer(Windows users only)(9) Follow the on-screen messages so that the Add Hardware Wizard recog

98Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer(Windows users only)4 Open your computer’s “Device Manager”.For Windows XP:Select “Start” t “Contr

99Editing6 Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) on your camcorder, and then disconnectthe USB cable.7 Restart your computer.Step 2: Install the USB drive