3-080-369-11(1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCR-TRV ____________________ Model No. AC- ________________________ Serial No. _____________________________ Serial No.
Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam. With your Handycam, you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use. You will soon be producing home video that you can enjoy for years to come. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. For customers in the U.S.A.
For customers in the U.S.A. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222SONY (7669) The number below is for the FCC related matters only. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Model No.: Responsible Party: Address: SONY DCR-TRV19 Sony Electronics Inc. 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ07649 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 201-930-6972 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Main Features Recording moving pictures or still images, and playing them back Main Features •Viewing moving pictures recorded on the tape using the USB cable (p. 148) •Viewing images recorded on the “Memory Stick” using the USB cable (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) (p. 149) •Capturing images on the computer from your camcorder using the USB cable (p. 161) •Converting an analog signal into digital to capture images onto the computer (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) (p. 173) 4 •Recording moving pictures on the tape (p.
Main Features Other uses Getting Started Functions for adjusting exposure during recording •Back light (p. 33) •NightShot/Super NightShot*/Color Slow Shutter* (p. 34) •PROGRAM AE (p. 62) •Manual exposure (p. 64) •Flexible Spot Meter (p. 65) Functions for giving images more impact •Digital zoom (p. 32) The default setting is OFF. (To zoom greater than 10×, select the digital zoom power in D ZOOM in the menu settings.) •Fader (p. 55) •Picture effect (p. 58, 72) •Digital effect* (p. 59, 73) •Title (p.
Table of contents Main Features ........................ 4 Quick Start Guide Recording on tape ................................... 8 Recording on “Memory Stick” (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) ........... 10 Getting Started Using this manual ................................. 12 Checking supplied accessories ............ 15 Step 1 Preparing the power source ..... 16 Installing the battery pack ............. 16 Charging the battery pack ............. 17 Checking status of battery pack – Battery Info .................
Table of contents “Memory Stick” Operations (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) Getting Started Using “Memory Stick” ....................... 106 Inserting/Ejecting the “Memory Stick” ............................ 109 Selecting image quality and size ....... 110 Recording still images on “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording ....................................... 114 Recording an image from tape as a still image ...................................
Quick Start Guide – Recording on tape Connecting the power cord (p. 17) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 16). Open the DC IN jack cover. AC Adaptor (supplied) 1 2 3 Connect the plug with its v mark facing the battery. Inserting the cassette Quick Start Guide 1 Slide OPEN/ZEJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. 2 Push the center of the cassette back to insert the cassette.
Recording a picture on the tape (p. 25) 2 Set the POWER switch 1 Open the lens cap (p. 25). to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. 3 Press OPEN POWER to open the LCD panel. The picture appears on the screen. VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY Viewfinder When the LCD panel is closed, pull out the viewfinder and look at the picture in it. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight (p. 31). 4 Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. To stop recording, press START/STOP again.
Quick Start Guide – Recording on “Memory Stick” (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) Connecting the power cord (p. 17) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 16). Open the DC IN jack cover. AC Adaptor (supplied) 1 2 3 Connect the plug with its v mark facing the battery. Quick Start Guide Inserting the “Memory Stick” (p. 109) Open the lid of the “Memory Stick” slot.
Recording still images on the “Memory Stick” 1 Open the lens cap (p. 25). 2 Set the POWER switch to MEMORY while pressing the small green button. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position. 3 Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. The picture appears on the screen. When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set to off. If you want to record the date and time for a picture, set the clock setting before recording (p. 22).
— Getting Started — Using this manual The instructions in this manual are for the 3 models listed in the table below. Before you start reading this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder. The DCR-TRV33 is the model used for illustration purposes. Otherwise, the model name is indicated in the illustrations. Any differences in operation are clearly indicated in the text, for example, “DCR-TRV33 only.
Using this manual Note on Cassette Memory Your camcorder is based on the DV format. You can use only mini DV cassettes with your camcorder. We recommend that you use a cassette with Cassette Memory . (Cassette Memory) mark. Note on TV color systems TV color systems differ depending on the country or area. To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV.
Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on mounted models only) •The LCD screen and the finder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and the finder. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way.
Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 3 8 4 5 6 7 9 q; qa qs 1 AC-L15A/L15B AC Adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 17) 2 NP-FM30 rechargeable battery pack (1) (p. 16) 3 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 44) 4 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 75) 5 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 217) Getting Started 2 7 Lens cap (1) (p. 213) 8 Shoe cover (1) (p. 98) 9 “Memory Stick” (1) (DCR-TRV22/ TRV33 only, p.
Step 1 Preparing the power source Installing the battery pack (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 down.
Step 1 Preparing the power source Charging the battery pack (1) Install the battery pack on your camcorder. (2) Connect the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the v mark on the DC plug facing the battery. (3) Connect the power cord to the AC Adaptor. (4) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. (5) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). The CHG lamp lights up when charging begins. After charging is completed, the CHG lamp goes out (full charge).
Step 1 Preparing the power source Note Prevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the DC plug of the AC Adaptor. This may cause a short-circuit, damaging the AC Adaptor. When you use the AC Adaptor Place the AC Adaptor near a wall outlet. While using the AC Adaptor, if any trouble occurs with this unit, disconnect the plug from a wall outlet as soon as possible to cut off the power.
Step 1 Preparing the power source Recording time DCR-TRV19/TRV22 Battery pack Recording with the LCD screen Continuous Typical* 90 45 NP-FM50 200 105 150 75 NP-FM70 415 215 310 160 NP-QM71/QM71D 485 255 365 190 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D 725 380 550 290 Getting Started NP-FM30 (supplied) Recording with the viewfinder Continuous Typical* 125 65 DCR-TRV33 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) Recording with the viewfinder Continuous Typical* 90 50 Recording with the LCD screen Continuous Typical*
Step 1 Preparing the power source Playing time DCR-TRV19/TRV22 Playing time on the LCD panel 100 Playing time on with the LCD screen closed 150 NP-FM50 165 240 NP-FM70 345 495 NP-QM71/QM71D 400 580 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D 605 865 Playing time on the LCD panel 100 Playing time with the LCD screen closed 135 NP-FM50 160 220 NP-FM70 335 450 NP-QM71/QM71D 390 530 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D 585 785 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) DCR-TRV33 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) Approximate minutes when
Step 1 Preparing the power source Battery Info The number displayed as Battery Info is the approximate recording time. Getting Started Notes • The BATTERY INFO indicator may not be displayed in the following cases: – The battery pack is not installed. – Something is wrong with the battery pack. – The battery is exhausted. • The BATTERY INFO indicator will not appear when you press DISPLAY on the Remote Commander when the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG).
Step 2 Setting the date and time Set the date and time when you use your camcorder for the first time. The “CLOCK SET” indicator will appear each time you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) unless you set the date and time settings. If you do not set the date and time, “--- -- ----” and “--:--:--” are recorded on the tape or the “Memory Stick” (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) as the data code.
Step 3 Using the touch panel Your camcorder has operation buttons on the LCD screen. Touch the LCD screen directly with your finger to operate each function. Getting Started (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA to record, VCR to play back, or MEMORY to use the “Memory Stick” (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only). (2) Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. (3) Press FN. Operation buttons on PAGE1 are displayed on the LCD screen. (4) Press PAGE2/PAGE3 to display PAGE2/PAGE3.
Step 3 Using the touch panel Operation buttons on each display When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA PAGE1 SPOT FOCUS, MENU, FOCUS, FADER, END SCH, SPOT METER, EXPOSURE PAGE2 DIG EFFT*, SELFTIMER, LCD BRT, SUPER NS*, VOL, COLOR SLW S*, MEM MIX* * DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only When the POWER switch is set to VCR PAGE1 MENU, LCD BRT, VOL, END SCH PAGE2 DATA CODE, DIG EFFT*, PB ZOOM* PAGE3 V SPD PLAY, A DUB CTRL, REC CTRL * DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) Du
— Recording – Basics — Recording a picture Perform Step 1 (p. 16) and Step 2 (p. 22) in advance. 3 LOCK switch 1 Recording – Basics (1) Open the lens cap. (2) Prepare the power source (p. 16) and insert the cassette (p. 8). (3) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. This sets your camcorder to standby. (4) Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. The picture appears on the screen. (5) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The REC indicator appears.
Recording a picture Notes •Position the lens cap so as not to cover the microphone and the infrared emitter. •Avoid touching the microphone when you are recording. Note on recording Your camcorder records and plays back in the SP (standard play) mode and in the LP (long play) mode. Select SP or LP in in the menu settings (p. 182). In the LP mode, you can record 1.5 times as long as in the SP mode.
Recording a picture Indicators displayed during recording Indicators are not recorded on the tape. Remaining battery time Recording mode STBY/REC 40min JUL 4 2003 REC 0:00:01 60min 12:05:56PM FN Time code/Tape counter Recording – Basics Cassette Memory This appears when using the cassette with Cassette Memory. Remaining tape This appears after you insert and run the cassette for a while (p. 182). FN button Press this button to display operation buttons on the LCD screen.
Recording a picture After recording (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Close the lens cap. Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Close the LCD panel. Eject the cassette. Remove the power source. Adjusting the LCD screen 180° 90° 90° When you adjust the LCD panel, make sure that the LCD panel is opened up to 90 degrees. When monitoring on the LCD screen You can turn the LCD panel over and move it back to your camcorder body with the LCD screen facing out.
Recording a picture Shooting with the mirror mode This feature allows the camera subject to view him- or herself on the LCD screen. The subject uses this feature to check his or her own image on the LCD screen while you look at the subject in the viewfinder. 1 Recording – Basics (1) Extend the viewfinder. (2) Rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees. 2 Picture in the mirror mode The picture on the LCD screen is a mirror-image. However, the picture will be normal when recorded.
Recording a picture Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen (1) When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA, press FN and select PAGE2. When the POWER switch is set to VCR, press FN to display PAGE1. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only), press FN and select PAGE3. (2) Press LCD BRT. The screen to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen appears. (3) Adjust the brightness of the LCD screen using – (to dim)/+ (to brighten). OK to return to PAGE1/PAGE2/PAGE3 in Step 1.
Recording a picture Adjusting the viewfinder If you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the images in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. Viewfinder lens adjustment lever Recording – Basics Extend the viewfinder and move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever. Viewfinder backlight You can change the brightness of the backlight when using the battery pack. Select VF B.L. in in the menu settings (p. 178).
Recording a picture Using the zoom feature Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. Using the zoom sparingly results in better-looking recordings. W : Wide-angle (subject appears farther away) T : Telephoto (subject appears closer) W T W T To use zoom greater than 10× Zoom greater than 10× is performed digitally. Digital zoom can be set to 20× or 120×. To activate digital zoom, select the digital zoom power in D ZOOM in in the menu settings (p. 177).
Recording a picture Shooting backlit subjects – Back light function When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the back light function. BACK LIGHT Recording – Basics (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only). (2) Press BACK LIGHT. The . indicator appears on the screen. To cancel the back light function Press BACK LIGHT again. When shooting backlit subjects If you press MANUAL of EXPOSURE (p. 64) or SPOT METER (p.
Recording a picture Shooting in the dark – NightShot/Super NightShot/Color Slow Shutter Using NightShot The NightShot enables you to shoot a subject in the night or in a dark place. When recording with the NightShot, the picture may be recorded in incorrect or unnatural colors. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only). (2) Slide NIGHTSHOT to ON. The and ”NIGHTSHOT” indicators flash on the screen.
Recording a picture Using Color Slow Shutter (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) Color Slow Shutter enables you to record color images in a dim place. (1) (2) (3) (4) To cancel Color Slow Shutter Press COLOR SLW S again to make the indicator disappear. Notes •Do not use NightShot in bright places (e.g. the outdoors in the daytime). This may cause a malfunction. •If focusing is difficult during recording with NightShot, focus manually. •Do not cover the infrared rays emitter during recording with NightShot.
Recording a picture When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) You cannot use the following functions: – Super NightShot – Color Slow Shutter NightShot Light NightShot Light rays are infrared and so are invisible. The maximum shooting distance using the NightShot Light is about 3 m (10 feet).
Checking recordings – End search/Edit search/Rec Review You can use these buttons to check the recorded picture or shoot so that the transition between the last recorded scene and the next scene you record is smooth. EDIT Recording – Basics / FN FN End search You can go to the end of the recorded section after you record. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press END SCH.
Checking recordings – End search/Edit search/Rec Review Edit search You can search for the next recording start point. You cannot monitor the sound. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. Press FN to display PAGE1. Press MENU to display the menu. Select EDITSEARCH in , then press EXEC (p. 177). Select ON, then press EXIT. Hold down 7 /– or +. The recorded portion is played back. Release 7 /– or + to stop playback.
— Playback – Basics — Playing back tape You can monitor the recorded tape on the LCD screen. If you close the LCD panel, you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can also control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. SetthePOWERswitchtoVCRwhilepressingthesmallgreenbutton. PressOPENtoopentheLCDpanel. torewindthetape. Press tostartplayback. Press Adjustthevolumefollowingthestepsbelow. Playback – Basics (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) 1 Press FN to display PAGE1.
Playing back tape To display the screen indicators – Display function Press DSPL/BATT INFO on your camcorder or DISPLAY on the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. The indicators disappear from the screen. To make the indicators appear, press DSPL/BATT INFO or DISPLAY on the Remote Commander again.
Playing back tape Using the Remote Commander Press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander during playback. The display changes as follows: date/time t various settings (SteadyShot off, exposure, white balance, gain, shutter speed, aperture value) t (no indicator) t date/time t... Note If you press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander when the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), no indicator appears.
Playing back tape Various playback modes To operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to VCR. Using the touch panel (1) Press FN and select PAGE3. (2) Press V SPD PLAY to display video control buttons. To change the playback direction Press during playback to reverse the playback direction.* To locate a scene while monitoring the picture (picture search) Keep pressing button. or during playback.
Playing back tape Video control buttons Marks on your camcorder are different from those on the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder.
Viewing a recording on TV Connect your camcorder to a TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder to watch the playback pictures on the TV screen. You can operate the playback control buttons in the same way as when you view playback pictures on the LCD screen. When viewing the playback picture on the TV screen, we recommend that you power your camcorder from a wall outlet using the AC Adaptor. Refer to the operating instructions of your TV. Open the jack cover.
Viewing a recording on TV If the equipment to be connected has an S video jack •Pictures can be reproduced more faithfully by using an S video cable (optional). With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. However, you need to connect the red and white (audio) plugs. Connect the S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks on both your camcorder and the TV or the VCR. This connection produces higher quality DV format pictures.
— Advanced Recording Operations — Recording still images on “Memory Stick” during tape recording standby or tape recording (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) Insert a “Memory Stick” before the following operation. During tape recording standby The POWER switch should be set to . (1) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a still image appears. The CAPTURE indicator appears. Recording does not start yet. To change the still image, release PHOTO, select a still image again, and then press and hold PHOTO lightly.
Recording still images on “Memory Stick” during tape recording standby or tape recording (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) Note You cannot record still images in the “Memory Stick” during the following operations indicator flashes): (The – End search – Wide mode – During BOUNCE is on – MEMORY MIX “Memory Stick” See page 106 for details. During and after recording still images on the “Memory Stick” Your camcorder continues recording on the tape.
Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording (DCR-TRV19 only) You can record still images such as photographs. You can record about 510 images in the SP mode and about 765 images in the LP mode on a 60-minute tape. The POWER switch should be set to . (1) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a still image appears. The CAPTURE indicator appears. Recording does not start yet. To change the still image, release PHOTO, select a still image again, and then press and hold PHOTO lightly.
Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording (DCRTRV19 only) If you record a moving subject with the tape photo recording function When you play back the still image on other equipment, the image may fluctuate. When you press PHOTO on the Remote Commander Your camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen when you press the button.
Self-timer recording You can record still images and moving pictures using the self-timer recording feature. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. PHOTO START/STOP PHOTO START/STOP Recording on the tape The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) During standby, press FN and select PAGE2. (2) Press SELFTIMER. (self-timer) indicator appears on the screen. The (3) Press EXIT to return to FN. (4) Press START/STOP.
Self-timer recording Recording images (DCR-TRV19 only) The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) Follow steps 1 to 3 in “Recording on the tape.” (2) Press PHOTO deeply. To cancel the self-timer Note You cannot stop the countdown for self-timer recording of still images. When self-timer recording is finished The self-timer recording is automatically canceled.
Adjusting the white balance manually Normally white balance is automatically adjusted. The POWER switch should be set to TRV33 only). Operate by touching the panel. or (DCR-TRV22/ (1) Press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. , then press EXEC (p. 176). (3) Select WHT BAL in MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT FLASH MODE FLASH LVL WHT BAL AUTO SHTR EXIT AUTO HOLD OUTDOOR INDOOR EXEC RET. (4) Select a desired mode, then press EXEC.
Using the wide mode You 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 recording in the 16:9WIDE mode [a]. The picture during playing back in the 4:3 mode on a wide-screen TV [b]* or a normal TV [c] are compressed in the widthwise direction. If you set the screen mode of the widescreen TV to the full mode, you can watch pictures of normal images [d].
Using the wide mode Notes •In the wide mode, you cannot operate the following functions: – Recording still images on the “Memory Stick” during tape recording or tape recording standby (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) – BOUNCE – OLD MOVIE (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) •Pictures recorded on the tape in wide mode cannot be returned to normal size.
Using the fader function You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. [a] STBY REC NORM. FADER (normal) Advanced Recording Operations MOSC. FADER (mosaic) BOUNCE1) 2) OVERLAP2) 3) WIPE2) 3) DOT2) 3) [b] STBY REC MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to color. When fading out, the picture gradually changes from color to black-and-white. 1) You can use BOUNCE when D ZOOM in You can fade in only.
Using the fader function The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) When fading in [a] Press FN to display PAGE1 during recording standby. When fading out [b] Press FN to display PAGE1 during recording. (2) Press FADER. The screen to select the fader mode appears. (3) Press a desired mode. OK to return to PAGE1. (4) Press (5) Press EXIT to return to FN. The fader indicator you selected flashes. (6) Press START/STOP.
Using the fader function Note You cannot use the following functions while using fader.
Using special effects – Picture effect NEG. ART [a] : SEPIA : B&W : SOLARIZE [b] : PASTEL [c] : MOSAIC [d] : The color and brightness of the picture are reversed. The picture is sepia. The picture is monochrome (black-and-white). The picture looks like an illustration with strong contrast. The picture looks like a pale pastel drawing. The picture is mosaic. [a] [b] [c] [d] The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) Press FN to display PAGE1.
Using special effects – Digital effect (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) STILL You can record a still image so that it is superimposed on a moving picture. FLASH (flash motion) You can record still images successively at regular intervals. LUMI. (luminance key) You can swap the brighter area in a still image with a moving picture. SLOW SHTR (slow shutter) You can slow down the shutter speed. The SLOW SHTR mode is good for recording dark pictures more brightly.
Using special effects – Digital effect (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) Press FN and select PAGE2. (2) Press DIG EFFT. The screen to select a digital effect is displayed. (3) Press a desired mode. When you select STILL or LUMI., the still image is stored in memory. (4) Press – (to decrease the effect)/+ (to increase the effect) to adjust the effect.
Using special effects – Digital effect (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) Shutter speed Shutter speed number SLOW SHTR 1 SLOW SHTR 2 SLOW SHTR 3 SLOW SHTR 4 Shutter speed 1/30 1/15 1/8 1/4 When recording in the SLOW SHTR mode Auto focus may not be effective. Focus manually using a tripod. Advanced Recording Operations Notes • While using digital effect, you cannot use the following functions: – Super NightShot – Color Slow Shutter – Fader • PROGRAM AE does not work in the SLOW SHTR mode.
Using PROGRAM AE SPOTLIGHT* This mode prevents people’s faces, for example, from appearing excessively white when shooting subjects lit by strong light in the theater. PORTRAIT (soft portrait) This mode brings out the subject while creating a soft background for subjects such as people or flowers. SPORTS (sports lesson)* This mode minimizes shake on fast-moving subjects such as in tennis or golf.
Using PROGRAM AE The POWER switch should be set to TRV33 only). Operate by touching the panel. or (DCR-TRV22/ (1) Press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. , then press EXEC (p. 176). (3) Select PROGRAM AE in EXIT AUTO SPOTLIGHT PORTRAIT SPORTS BEACH&SKI SUNSETMOON LANDSCAPE EXEC RET. (4) Select a desired mode, then press EXEC. To return to FN Press EXIT.
Adjusting the exposure manually We recommend that you adjust the exposure manually in the following cases: – When the subject is backlit – When the subject is too bright against the background – When recording dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully The POWER switch should be set to TRV33 only). Operate by touching the panel. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) or (DCR-TRV22/ Press FN to display PAGE1. Press EXPOSURE. The screen to adjust the exposure appears. Press MANUAL.
Using spot light-metering function – Flexible Spot Meter You can take a picture with the appropriate exposure automatically for just the point you want to focus on and with its exposure fixed. Use Flexible Spot Meter in the following cases: – The subject is backlit. – When there is strong contrast between the subject and background such as with a subject that is on stage and lit by a spotlight. The POWER switch should be set to TRV33 only). Operate by touching the panel.
Focusing manually You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases. Normally, focus is automatically adjusted.
Using spot focus function – Spot Focus You can take a picture with the appropriate focus automatically for just the point you want to focus on and with its focus fixed. The POWER switch should be set to TRV33 only). Operate by touching the panel. or (DCR-TRV22/ 2 SPOT FOCUS SPOT FOCUS AUTO Advanced Recording Operations (1) Press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press SPOT FOCUS. The SPOT FOCUS screen appears. (3) Press the desired area in the frame. The SPOT FOCUS indicator flashes on the screen.
Interval Recording You can make time-lapse recordings by setting your camcorder to automatically record and standby sequentially. You can achieve excellent recordings of flowers blooming, insects hatching, etc. with this function. Example 1s 1s 9 min 59 s [a] [b] [a] REC TIME [b] INTERVAL 9 min 59 s [a] [b] 10 min 10 min There may be a discrepancy in recording time of up to +/– 6 frames from the selected time. The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. .
Frame by frame recording – Frame recording You can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect using frame recording. To create this effect, alternately move the subject a little and make frame recording. We recommend that you use a tripod, and operate your camcorder using the Remote Commander to avoid camera-shake. The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . TAPE SET REC MODE AUDIO MODE REMAIN FRAME REC INT. REC EXIT OFF ON EXEC RET. (4) Select ON, then press EXEC.
Using the viewfinder You can operate camera brightness and fader on the touch panel when looking at the viewfinder. Turn the LCD panel over and move it back to your camcorder body with the LCD screen facing out to do this operation. The POWER switch should be set to TRV33 only). Operate by touching the panel. or (DCR-TRV22/ (1) Turn the LCD panel over and move it back to your camcorder body with the LCD screen facing out, then extend the viewfinder. OFF. The PANEL OFF indicator appears on the screen.
Using the viewfinder Note When the POWER switch is set to VCR or during memory playback (DCR-TRV22/ TRV33 only), you cannot operate with the touch panel using the viewfinder. To operate the items that do not appear Set the LCD panel and the viewfinder back to the previous position. Operate the items using the LCD screen. Available recording time This is the time when you record pictures using the viewfinder (p. 19).
— Advanced Playback Operations — Playing back tape with picture effect The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) During playback or playback pause, press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. , then press EXEC (p. 176). (3) Select P EFFECT in MANUAL SET P EFFECT EXIT OFF NEG. ART SEPIA B&W SOLARIZE EXEC RET. (4) Select a desired mode, then press EXEC. You can use NEG. ART, SEPIA, B&W and SOLARIZE. See page 58 for details of each mode.
Playing back tape with digital effect (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) During playback or playback pause, press FN and select PAGE2. (2) Press DIG EFFT. The screen to select a digital effect is displayed. 2 DIG EFFT OFF STILL OK FLASH LUMI. TRAIL (3) Select a desired mode. You can use STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL. See page 59 for details of the each effect. When you select STILL or LUMI.
Enlarging images recorded on tape – Tape PB ZOOM (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on the “Memory Stick” (p. 140). The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) During playback or playback pause, press FN and select PAGE2. (2) Press PB ZOOM. The PB ZOOM screen appears. (3) Press the area you want to enlarge in the frame.
Quickly locating a scene – Zero set memory Your camcorder automatically searches for a desired scene having the tape counter value of “0:00:00.” Use the Remote Commander for this operation. The POWER switch should be set to . DISPLAY m ZERO SET MEMORY N Advanced Playback Operations (1) During playback, press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander at the point you want to locate later. The tape counter shows “0:00:00,” then starts counting. The ZERO SET MEMORY indicator flashes.
Searching the boundaries of recorded tape by title – Title search Use the cassette with Cassette Memory for this operation. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Before operation Set CM SEARCH in to ON in the menu settings. (The default setting is ON.) The POWER switch should be set to . (1) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until the TITLE SEARCH indicator appears. The title search screen appears.
Searching a recording by date – Date search • DATE SEARCH by using Cassette Memory c Select the date from the list of recording dates displayed on the screen • DATE SEARCH without using Cassette Memory c Search for the point where the recording date changed Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Searching for the date by using Cassette Memory Before operation • You can use this function only when playing back the cassette with Cassette Memory. • Set CM SEARCH in to ON in the menu settings.
Searching a recording by date – Date search Searching for the date without using Cassette Memory The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) Press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. , then press EXEC (p. 181). (3) Select CM SEARCH in CM SET TITLE TITLE ERASE TITLE DSPL CM SEARCH TAPE TITLE ERASE ALL EXIT ON OFF EXEC RET. (4) Select OFF, then press EXEC. (5) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until the DATE SEARCH indicator appears.
Searching for a photo – Photo search/ Photo scan (DCR-TRV19 only) You can search for a still image you have recorded on a tape (PHOTO SEARCH). You can also search for still images one after another and display each image for five seconds automatically regardless of the cassette memory (PHOTO SCAN). Use the Remote Commander for these operations. Use this function to check or edit still images.
Searching for a photo – Photo search/Photo scan (DCR-TRV19 only) (4) Select OFF, then press EXEC. (5) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until the PHOTO SEARCH indicator appears. The indicator changes as follows: tDATE SEARCH tPHOTO SEARCH (no indicator) T PHOTO SCAN T (6) Press . or > on the Remote Commander to select the photo for playback. Each time you press . or >, your camcorder searches for the previous or next photo. Your camcorder automatically starts playback of the photo.
— Editing — Dubbing tape You can dub or edit on the VCR connected to your camcorder using your camcorder as a player. You can connect either the A/V connecting cable (supplied) or i.LINK cable (optional). If you connect with the i.LINK cable (optional), video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing.
Dubbing tape Dubbing If you are connecting the VCR with the A/V connecting cable •Set DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) •If a search indicator is displayed, press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander to turn it off. •If you want to dub the data code, display it on the screen. •If you want to dub the title, set TITLE DSPL in to ON in the menu settings. (The default setting is ON.) If you are connecting the VCR with the i.
Dubbing tape Pictures processed by picture effect, digital effect* or PB ZOOM* These are not output through the DV Interface. * DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only If you record a paused playback picture •The recorded picture becomes rough with the DV Interface. •The picture may jitter when you play back the picture using other video equipment.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tape) You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto the tape without operating the VCR. Scenes can be selected by frame. You can set up to 20 programs. Your camcorder can dub on the “Memory Stick” (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only). See page 130 for details. Unwanted scene Unwanted scene Switch the order Before operating Digital program editing on the tape recorded on other equipment Step 1 Connecting to the VCR.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tape) Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate When you are connecting the camcorder and VCR using the A/V connecting cable, the signal is emitted from the infrared rays emitter of your camcorder to the remote sensor on the VCR to control the VCR. The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. .
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tape) (11) Select PAUSEMODE, then press EXEC. (12) Select the mode to cancel recording pause on the VCR, then press EXEC. The correct button depends on your VCR. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. 11 12 V I DEO ED I T ED I T SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT - I N” ”CUT -OUT” I R SETUP PAUSEMODE I R TEST END V I DEO ED I T ED I T SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT - I N” ”CUT -OUT” I R SETUP PAUSEMODE I R TEST PAUSE REC PB RET.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tape) Note When you connect with the i.LINK cable, you may not be able to operate the dubbing function correctly, depending on the VCR. Set CONTROL to IR in the menu settings of your camcorder. About the IR SETUP code The IR SETUP code is stored in the memory of your camcorder. Be sure to set the correct code, depending on your VCR. Default setting is code number 3.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tape) Note on the IR SETUP code Digital program editing is not possible if the VCR does not support IR SETUP codes. When the VCR does not operate correctly •After checking the code in “About the IR SETUP code” (p. 87), set the IR SETUP or the PAUSEMODE again. •Place your camcorder at least 30 cm (12 in.) away from the VCR. •Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tape) 2 3 V I DEO ED I T ED I T SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT - I N” ”CUT -OUT” I R SETUP PAUSEMODE I R TEST END V I DEO ED I T ED I T SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT - I N” ”CUT -OUT” I R SETUP PAUSEMODE I R TEST RETURN EXECUTE ENGAGE REC PAUSE EXEC END COMPLETE EXEC RET. RET. 8 6 END 0 EXEC RET.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tape) Operation 1: Making a Program (1) Insert the cassette for playback into your camcorder, and insert the tape for recording into the VCR. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press MENU to display the menu. , then press EXEC (p. 185). (4) Select VIDEO EDIT in (5) Select TAPE, then press EXEC (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only). (6) Search for the beginning of the first scene you want to insert using the video control buttons on the screen, then pause playback.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tape) Note You cannot operate recording during Digital program editing. On a blank portion of the tape You cannot set IN or OUT. If there is a blank portion between the IN point and the OUT point on the tape The total time may not be displayed correctly. Erasing the program you have set Erase OUT mark first, and then IN mark of the last set program. Editing (1) Follow steps 2 to 5 on page 90. (2) Press UNDO. (3) Press ERASE 1 MARK.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tape) Operation 2: Performing Digital program editing (Dubbing the tape) The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) When you use a digital video camera recorder, set the power switch of VCR to VCR/VTR. (2) Make sure your camcorder and the VCR are connected, and that the VCR is set to recording pause. When you use the i.LINK cable, this step is not necessary. (3) Press FN to display PAGE1.
Recording video or TV programs You can record the tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has video/ audio outputs. Use your camcorder as a recorder. You can connect either the A/V connecting cable (supplied) (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) or i.LINK cable (optional). If you connect with the i.LINK cable (optional), video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing.
Recording video or TV programs If your VCR is a monaural type (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video output jack and the white or red plug to the audio output jack on the VCR or the TV. When the white plug is connected, the left channel audio is output, and when the red plug is connected, the right channel audio is output. If your VCR has an S video jack (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) See page 45 for details. When using the i.
Inserting a scene from a VCR – Insert editing You can insert a new scene with sound from a VCR onto your originally recorded tape by specifying the insert start and end points. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Connections are the same as on page 93. Insert a cassette containing the desired scene to insert into the VCR.
Inserting a scene from a VCR – Insert editing The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) On the VCR, locate just before the insert start point [a], then set the VCR to playback pause. (2) On your camcorder, locate the insert end point [c], then set it to playback pause. (3) Press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander. The ZERO SET MEMORY indicator flashes and the end point of the insert is stored in memory. The tape counter shows “0:00:00.
Audio dubbing You can record additional audio to the original sound on the tape by connecting audio equipment or a microphone. If you connect the audio equipment, you can add sound to your tape already recorded in the 12-bit mode by specifying starting and ending points. The original sound will not be erased.
Audio dubbing Connecting the microphone (optional) to the intelligent accessory shoe Remove the shoe cover, then connect the microphone. Shoe cover Microphone (optional) Connecting the A/V connecting cable to the AUDIO/VIDEO jack (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) Audio equipment AUDIO L Do not connect the video (yellow) plug.
Audio dubbing Adding an audio sound on the recorded tape Choose a connection mentioned on page 97, and connect audio equipment or microphone to your camcorder. Then follow the procedure below. The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . Editing (1) Insert the recorded tape into your camcorder. to start playing back. To pause (2) Locate the recording start point. Press at the recording start point. You can fine adjust the playing back, press / .
Audio dubbing Monitoring the new recorded sound The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. (1) (2) (3) (4) . Play back the tape on which you added audio. Press FN to display PAGE1. Press MENU to display the menu. , then press EXEC (p. 178). Select AUDIO MIX in VCR SET H i F i SOUND AUD I O M I X A/VcDV OUT r R EXIT ST1 EXEC ST2 RET. (5) Press r/R to adjust the balance between the original sound (ST1) and the new sound (ST2), then press EXEC.
Superimposing a title on a cassette with Cassette Memory VACATION A cassette can have up to about 20 titles, if a title consists of 5 characters. However, if the Cassette Memory is full with date, photo data (DCR-TRV19 only) and cassette label data, the cassette can have only up to about 11 titles with 5 characters each.
Superimposing a title on a cassette with Cassette Memory To use the custom title If you want to use the custom title, select in step 5. The titles superimposed with your camcorder •They appear only by DV format video equipment with index titler function. •The point you superimposed the title may be detected as an index signal when searching a recording with other video equipment. To not display title Set TITLE DSPL in to OFF in the menu settings (p. 181).
Making your own titles You can make up to 2 titles and store them in the memory of your camcorder. Each title can have up to 20 characters. The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. or . (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) 4 5 TITLE SET CUSTOM1 SET CUSTOM2 SET r R EXIT EXEC 7 TITLE SET EXIT [____________________] t &? ! ABC DEF T RET. Editing Press FN to display PAGE1. Press MENU to display the menu. , then press EXEC (p. 181). Select TITLE in , then press EXEC.
Labeling a cassette on a cassette with Cassette Memory The label can consist of up to 10 characters and is stored in Cassette Memory. When you insert the labeled cassette and set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR, the label is displayed for about 5 seconds. The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. or . (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Insert the cassette with Cassette Memory you want to label. Press FN to display PAGE1. Press MENU to display the menu. , then press EXEC (p. 181).
Erasing all the data in Cassette Memory The following data saved in Cassette Memory can be completely erased at once: – Date data – Title data – Cassette label – Photo data (DCR-TRV19 only) The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. or . (1) (2) (3) (4) 3 Editing Press FN to display PAGE1. Press MENU to display the menu. , then press EXEC (p. 181). Select ERASE ALL in Select OK, then press EXEC. The OK indicator changes to EXECUTE. (5) Select EXECUTE, then press EXEC.
— “Memory Stick” Operations (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) — Using “Memory Stick” The “Memory Stick” is a new light and small recording media which, despite of the size, can store greater data than a floppy disk.
Using “Memory Stick” Image data may be damaged in the following cases. (Damaged image data will not be compensated.) – You eject the “Memory Stick” or turn the power off when the data is being recorded or the image file is being read in the “Memory Stick” (the access lamp is flashing or lights up). – You use the “Memory Stick” near magnets or magnetic fields such as those of speakers and TV. We recommend backing up important data on the hard disk of a computer.
Using “Memory Stick” Notes on image data compatibility •Image data files recorded on the “Memory Stick” by your camcorder conform with the Design Rules for Camera File Systems universal standard established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). On your camcorder, you cannot play back still images recorded on other equipment (DCR-TRV890E/TRV900/TRV900E or DSC-D700/D770) that does not conform to this universal standard. (These models are not sold in some areas.
Inserting/Ejecting the “Memory Stick” Inserting the “Memory Stick” Open the lid of the “Memory Stick” slot. Insert the “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick” slot as far as it can go with the b mark as illustrated, then close the lid. Access lamp Ejecting the “Memory Stick” Open the lid of the “Memory Stick” slot. Slide MEMORY EJECT in the direction of the arrow. Notes •If you insert the “Memory Stick” forcibly in the opposite direction, the “Memory Stick” slot may be damaged.
Selecting image quality and size Selecting still image quality The default setting is FINE. The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) or . Press FN to display PAGE1. Press MENU to display the menu. , then press EXEC (p. 179). Select STILL SET in Select QUALITY, then press EXEC. Select a desired image quality, then press EXEC.
Selecting image quality and size Selecting the still image size (DCR-TRV33 only) You can select image size 1152 × 864 or 640 × 480 (When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or VCR, the image size is automatically set to 640 × 480.) The default setting is 1152 × 864. The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) . Press FN to display PAGE1. Press MENU to display the menu. , then press EXEC (p. 179). Select STILL SET in Select IMAGESIZE, then press EXEC.
Selecting image quality and size Selecting the moving picture size You can select picture size 320 × 240 or 160 × 112. The default setting is 320 × 240. The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) or Press FN to display PAGE1. Press MENU to display the menu. , then press EXEC (p. 179). Select MOVIE SET in Select IMAGESIZE, then press EXEC. Select a desired image size, then press EXEC.
Selecting image quality and size Approximate number of still images and time of moving pictures that can be recorded on one “Memory Stick” The number of still images and the time of moving pictures you can record vary depending on which image quality mode you select and the complexity of the subject.
Recording still images on “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording The POWER switch should be set to . (1) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly and check the image. The green z indicator stops flashing, then lights up. The brightness of the image and the focus are adjusted and fixed while your camcorder targets at the center of the image. Recording does not start yet. (2) Press PHOTO deeply. Recording is complete when the bar scroll indicator disappears.
Recording still images on “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work: – Digital zoom – Super NightShot – Color Slow Shutter – Wide mode – Fader – Picture effect – Digital effect – SPORTS of PROGRAM AE (The indicator flashes.) – Title – SteadyShot While you are recording a still image You cannot turn off the power or press PHOTO. When you press PHOTO lightly in step 1 The image momentarily flickers. This is not a malfunction.
Recording still images on “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording Recording images continuously (DCR-TRV33 only) You can record still images continuously. Before recording, select a desired mode described below in the menu settings. ) NORMAL [a] ( Your camcorder shoots up to 4 still images in 1152 × 864 size or 13 still images in 640 × 480 size at about 0.5 sec intervals. EXP BRKTG [b] ( ) Your camcorder automatically shoots 3 images at about 0.5 sec intervals at different exposures.
Recording still images on “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording The number of still images in continuous shooting The number of still images you can shoot continuously varies depending on the image size and the capacity of the “Memory Stick.” During continuous recording of images The flash (optional) does not work. When shooting with the self-timer or the Remote Commander Your camcorder automatically records up to the maximum number of still images.
Recording an image from tape as a still image Image size is automatically set to 640 × 480. Before operation Insert the “Memory Stick” and the recorded tape into your camcorder. The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) Press . The picture recorded on the tape is played back. (2) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly and check the image. The picture from the tape freezes and the CAPTURE indicator appears on the screen. Recording does not start yet.
Recording an image from tape as a still image Recording a still image from other equipment You can use either A/V connecting cable or i.LINK cable. See page 93 for the connection. When connecting with the A/V connecting cable, set DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) Play back the recorded tape on the VCR, or turn the TV on to see a desired program.
Superimposing a still image in “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX You can superimpose a still image you have recorded on the “Memory Stick” on top of the moving picture you are recording. (You cannot superimpose a still image on an image which has already been recorded.) You can record superimposed images on the tape or the “Memory Stick.” (However, you can record only superimposed still images on the “Memory Stick.”) M.
Superimposing a still image in “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX The “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder stores 20 images: – For M. CHROM: 18 images (such as a frame) 101-0001~101-0018 – For C. CHROM: 2 images (such as a background) 101-0019~101-0020 Sample images Sample images stored in the “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder are protected (p. 142). Notes •You cannot use MEMORY MIX for moving pictures recorded on the “Memory Stick.
Superimposing a still image in “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX 2 4 MEM MIX EXIT MEM MIX OFF MCCAM OVER– LUMI LAP OK EXIT MEM MIX OFF OK CAMCM MCCAM CHROM CHROM 101 M. LUMI 101 Still image To change the still image to be superimposed Press –/+ in the lower right corner before step 5. To cancel MEMORY MIX Press OFF to return to PAGE2. Note During recording you cannot reselect the mode. To record still image as they appear on the tape Select M.
Superimposing a still image in “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX Recording a superimposed image to the “Memory Stick” as a still image Before operation Insert the “Memory Stick” containing the still images into your camcorder. The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) Follow the step 1 to 6 on page 121. (2) Press PHOTO deeply to start recording. Recording is complete when the bar scroll indicator disappears.
Interval Photo Recording You can carry out a time-lapse recording by setting the camcorder to automatically record still images. Example [a] [a] [a] [b] [b] [a] Memory Photo recording [b] INTERVAL The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) Press FN to display PAGE1. Press MENU to display the menu. , then press EXEC (p. 180). Select INT. R -STL in Select SET, then press EXEC. Select INTERVAL, then press EXEC.
Recording moving pictures on “Memory Stick” – MPEG MOVIE recording The picture and sound are recorded up to the full capacity of the “Memory Stick” (MPEG MOVIE EX). The POWER switch should be set to . Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The camera recording lamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up. The picture and sound are recorded up to the capacity of the “Memory Stick.” See page 113 for details of recording time.
Recording moving pictures on “Memory Stick” – MPEG MOVIE recording When using an external flash (optional) Turn the power of the external flash off when recording moving pictures on the “Memory Stick.” Otherwise, the charging sound of the flash may be recorded. Recording date/time The date/time do not appear during recording. However, they are automatically recorded onto the “Memory Stick.” To display the recording date/time, press DATA CODE during playback. Various settings cannot be recorded (p. 40).
Self-timer recording You can record still images and moving pictures on the “Memory Stick” with the selftimer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. PHOTO START/STOP PHOTO START/STOP Recording a still image . (1) Press FN and select PAGE3. (2) Press SELFTIMER. (self-timer) indicator appears on the screen. The (3) Press EXIT to return to FN. (4) Press PHOTO deeply. The self-timer starts counting down from about 10 with a beep.
Recording a picture from tape as a moving picture Before operation Insert the recorded cassette and “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) Press . The picture recorded on the tape is played back. again to pause playback at the scene where you want to start (2) Press recording from. (3) Press START/STOP. Images and sound are recorded up to the remaining capacity of the “Memory Stick.” See page 113 for details on recording time.
Recording a picture from tape as a moving picture Data code recorded on the tape Instead of the date/time when the picture was recorded on the tape, the date/time when the picture is recorded on the “Memory Stick” (transferred from the tape) is recorded on the “Memory Stick.” The various settings that may be saved on the tape are not recorded. Recording a moving picture from other equipment You can use either A/V connecting cable or i.LINK cable. See page 93 for the connection.
Recording edited pictures from tape as a moving picture – Digital program editing (on “Memory Stick”) You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto the “Memory Stick.” Making the program The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) Insert the tape for playback, and the “Memory Stick” for recording into your camcorder. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press MENU to display the menu. , then press EXEC (p. 185).
Recording edited pictures from tape as a moving picture – Digital program editing (on “Memory Stick”) During making a program If you eject the cassette, the NOT READY indicator appears on the screen. The program will be erased. Erasing the program you have set (1) Perform steps 2 to 6 on page 130. (2) Perform steps 2 to 4 on page 91. Erasing all programs (1) Perform steps 2 to 6 on page 130. (2) Perform steps 2 to 4 on page 91.
Recording edited pictures from tape as a moving picture – Digital program editing (on “Memory Stick”) Performing the program (Dubbing the “Memory Stick”) (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Press FN to display PAGE1. Press MENU to display the menu. , then press EXEC (p. 185). Select VIDEO EDIT in Select MEMORY, then press EXEC. Press START. Press EXEC. Your camcorder searches for the beginning of the first program, then starts dubbing. The program mark flashes.
Changing the recording folder You can create plural folders in a “Memory Stick.” This feature is convenient for sorting out the images when you record. The default recording folder is “101MSDCF.” You can create folders up to “999MSDCF” in the “Memory Stick.” Creating a new folder The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) Press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. (3) Select NEW FOLDER in , then press EXEC (p. 179). EXEC RET.
Changing the recording folder Selecting the recording folder The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) Press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. (3) Select REC FOLDER in , then press EXEC (p. 179). REC FOLDER 101MSDCF 102MSDCF 103MSDCF 104MSDCF 101 EXIT DATE : JUL 4 2003 12:24:24 PM FILES: 7 EXEC (4) Press r/R to select a folder you want to record in, then press EXEC. To return to FN Press EXIT.
Viewing a still image – Memory Photo playback You can view the still images recorded in the “Memory Stick.” Further, you can view 6 images including moving pictures at a time arranged in the same order of recording in the “Memory Stick” by selecting the index screen. The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) Press PLAY. The last recorded image is displayed. (2) Press – (to see the previous image)/+ (to see the next image) on your camcorder to select a desired still image.
Viewing a still image – Memory Photo playback Playing back 6 recorded images at a time (index screen) This function is especially useful when searching for a particular image. Press INDEX to display the index screen. A red B mark appears above the image that was being displayed before the change to the index screen mode.
Viewing a moving picture – MPEG MOVIE playback You can view the moving pictures recorded in the “Memory Sitck.” The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) Press PLAY. The last recorded image appears. (2) Press – (to see the previous picture)/+ (to see the next picture) to select a desired moving pictures. (3) Press MPEG N X to start playback. (4) Adjust the volume following the steps below. 1 Press FN and select PAGE3. 1 PLAY To cancel MPEG MOVIE playback Press MPEG N X.
Viewing a moving picture – MPEG MOVIE playback (2) Press < (to see previous part)/, (to see next part) to select the point where you want to play back. 320 MOV00001 1 / 8 101 0 : 00 : 00 MPEG NX CAM INDEX FN (3) Follow steps 3 and 4 on page 137. To cancel MPEG MOVIE playback Press MPEG N X. When recording time is too short The moving picture may not be divided into parts. Screen indicators during moving picture playback To make screen indicators appear or disappear, press DSPL/BATT INFO.
Choosing a playback folder Select the folder to be played back. The currently selected folder name appears at the top right of the screen. The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) Press FN to display to PAGE1. (2) Press PB FOLDR. (3) Press –/+ to select the folder number you want to play back, then press END to return to PAGE1. PB FOLDER END 101 – : To select the previous folder + : To select the next folder To return to FN Press EXIT.
Enlarging still images recorded on “Memory Stick” – Memory PB ZOOM You can enlarge the still images to be played back, and record the enlarged images on the “Memory Stick” (DCR-TRV33 only). Image size is automatically set to 640 × 480. The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) (2) (3) (4) Play back the image to enlarge. Press FN and select PAGE2. Press PB ZOOM. The PB ZOOM screen appears. Press the area you want to enlarge in the frame.
Playing back images continuously – Slide show You can display all images on the “Memory Stick” or in the selected folder in sequence (slide show). The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) Press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. , then press EXEC (p. 180). (3) Select SLIDE SHOW in EXIT MEM SET 2 SL I DE SHOW RETURN INT. R –STL ALL FILES DELETE ALL FOLDER 101 FORMAT r R EXEC RET. To cancel slide show Press END. To pause slide show Press PAUSE.
Preventing accidental erasure – Image protection To prevent accidental erasure of important images, you can protect selected images. The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) Press INDEX to display the index screen. (2) Press - MARK. The screen to protect the image appears. (3) Press the image you want to protect. The - indicator appears above the protected image. 1 INDEX 2,3 RET. -MARK EXIT MARK 1 2 3 4 5 6 T 2/8 101 t To return to FN Press EXIT.
Deleting images – DELETE You can delete all images or selected images. Deleting selected images The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. (1) (2) (3) (4) . Play back the image you want to delete. Press FN to display PAGE1. Press DEL. The DELETE? indicator appears on the screen. Press OK. The selected image is deleted. 3 DELETE 101–0003 3/8 101 DELETE? OK CAN– CEL To return to FN Press EXIT. To cancel deleting an image Press CANCEL in step 4.
Deleting images – DELETE Deleting selected images on the index screen The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) Press INDEX to display the index screen. (2) Press DEL. Then press the image you want to delete. The number of the selected image is highlighted. (3) Press EXEC. The DELETE? indicator appears on the screen. (4) Press OK. The selected images are deleted. 1 INDEX 2 RET. DEL DEL EXEC EXIT 1 2 3 4 5 6 T 3/8 101 t To return to FN Press EXIT.
Deleting images – DELETE Deleting all the images You can delete all the unprotected images in the “Memory Stick.” The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) Press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. , then press EXEC (p. 180). (3) Select DELETE ALL in EXIT MEM SET 2 SL I DE SHOW INT. R –STL DELETE ALL RETURN FORMAT ALL FILES FOLDER 101 R EXEC RET. (4) Select ALL FILES or FOLDER sss*, then press EXEC.
Changing image size – Resize (DCR-TRV33 only) After recording, you can change the image size of recorded still images to 640 × 480 or 320 × 240. Resizing is useful when you want the image to be saved in a smaller size such as when you want to attach it to an e-mail message. The original image is retained even after resizing. The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) During memory playback, press FN and select PAGE2. (2) Press RESIZE. The RESIZE screen appears.
Writing a print mark – Print mark The print mark function is useful for printing out still images later. However you cannot set the number of printing. Your camcorder conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard for specifying the still images to print out. The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. . (1) Press INDEX to display the index screen. (2) Press MARK. The screen to write a print mark appears. (3) Press the image you want to write a print mark.
— Viewing images with your computer — Viewing images with a computer – Introduction There are following ways of connecting your camcorder to a computer in order to view images saved on the “Memory Stick” (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) or recorded on the tape on a computer. To view images on a computer which has a “Memory Stick” slot, first eject the “Memory Stick” from your camcorder and then insert it into your computer’s “Memory Stick” slot (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only).
Viewing images with a computer – Introduction When connecting to a computer with the DV port The computer must have a DV port and editing software installed that can read video signals. Computer Plug with facing up. mark DV Interface i.LINK i.LINK cable (optional) Viewing images recorded on the “Memory Stick” (DCR-TRV22/ TRV33 only) When connecting to a computer with the USB port See page 167 when using Windows and page 170 when using Macintosh. Computer Push into the end.
Viewing images with a computer – Introduction Notes on using your computer “Memory Stick” (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) •“Memory Stick” operations on your camcorder cannot be assured if a “Memory Stick” formatted on your computer is used on your camcorder, or if the “Memory Stick” in your camcorder was formatted from your computer when the USB cable was connected. •Do not compress the data on the “Memory Stick.” Compressed files cannot be played back on your camcorder.
Connecting your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable (For Windows users) Complete installation of the USB driver before connecting your camcorder to a computer. If you connect your camcorder to a computer first, you will not be able to install the USB driver correctly. When connecting to a computer with the USB port You must install a USB driver onto the computer in order to connect your camcorder to the computer’s USB port.
Connecting your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable (For Windows users) Recommended computer usage environment when connecting with USB cable and viewing the “Memory Stick” images on a computer (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) Recommended Windows environment OS: Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Millennium Edition, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional Standard installation is required.
Connecting your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable (For Windows users) Installing the USB driver Start the following operation without connecting the USB cable to the computer. Connect the USB cable according to “Making the computer recognize your camcorder” on page 156. If you are using Windows 2000, log in with permission of administrators. If you are using Windows XP, log in with permission of computer administrators. (1) Turn on a computer and allow Windows to load.
Connecting your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable (For Windows users) Notes •If you connect the USB cable before USB driver installation is complete, the USB driver will not be properly registered. Carry out installation again following the on-screen messages. •The title screen is not displayed if the screen size of the computer is set to less than 800 × 600 dots and 256 colors or less. See pages 151, 152 about the recommended computer environment.
Connecting your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable (For Windows users) Installing ImageMixer Make sure USB driver installation is complete. “ImageMixer Ver. 1.5 for Sony” is an application that can capture or edit images, or create video CDs. To install and use this software in Windows 2000, you must be authorized as administrators. For Windows XP, you must be authorized as computer administrators. (1) Turn on a computer and allow Windows to load.
Connecting your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable (For Windows users) Replacing WinASPI To use the ImageMixer CD writing function, you need to install WinASPI. If a different writing application has been already installed, its writing function may not work correctly. If that happens, reinstall the original application and replace WinASPI. Note that the ImageMixer CD writing function may not work properly.
Connecting your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable (For Windows users) Viewing images recorded on the “Memory Stick” (DCR-TRV22/ TRV33 only) (1) Insert the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (2) Connect the AC Adaptor, then set the POWER switch to . (3) Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder to the USB port on the computer using the supplied USB cable. The USB MODE indicator appears on the LCD screen of your camcorder. The computer recognizes your camcorder, and the Add Hardware Wizard starts.
Connecting your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable (For Windows users) If you cannot install the USB driver The USB driver has been registered incorrectly as the computer was connected to your camcorder before installation of the USB driver was complete. Follow the procedure below to correctly install the USB driver. Viewing pictures recorded on the tape Step 1: Uninstall the incorrect USB driver 1 Turn on the computer and allow Windows to load. .
Connecting your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable (For Windows users) Windows XP 6 Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) on your camcorder, then disconnect the USB cable. 7 Restart the computer. Viewing images with your computer Windows 2000 Step 2: Install the USB driver on the supplied CD-ROM Follow the entire procedure in “Installing the USB driver” on page 153.
Connecting your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable (For Windows users) Viewing images recorded on the “Memory Stick” (DCR-TRV22/ TRV33 only) Step1: Uninstall the incorrect USB driver Turn on the computer and allow Windows to load. Insert the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. . Connect the AC Adaptor and set the POWER switch to Connect the USB port on the computer to the (USB) jack on your camcorder using the USB cable supplied. 5 Open the computer’s “Device Manager.
Viewing pictures recorded on tape on a computer – USB Streaming (For Windows users) Capturing images with “ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony” You need to install the USB driver and ImageMixer to view pictures recorded on the tape on a computer (p. 153, 155). Viewing pictures recorded on the tape (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) Click on the screen. (10) Click . Viewing images with your computer Turn on the computer and allow Windows to load.
Viewing pictures recorded on tape on a computer – USB Streaming (For Windows users) (11) Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder to the USB port on the computer using the supplied USB cable. Computer USB port (USB) jack USB cable (supplied) (12) Click to start playback. You can control video operations with the buttons on the screen. The picture from the tape appears on the monitor window on the computer.
Viewing pictures recorded on tape on a computer – USB Streaming (For Windows users) Capturing still images Monitor window (1) Click Thumbnail list window . and click it at the Capturing moving pictures Monitor window Thumbnail list window Viewing images with your computer (2) Looking at the monitor window, move the cursor to point you want to capture. The still image on the screen is captured. Captured images appear in the thumbnail list window. Video control buttons (1) (2) (3) (4) Click .
Viewing pictures recorded on tape on a computer – USB Streaming (For Windows users) (5) Looking at the monitor window, click at the last scene you want to capture. The moving picture is captured. The captured images appear in the thumbnail list window. To close “ImageMixer” Click at the top right of the screen. Notes •When the USB cable is used for connecting the computer, the images displayed on the computer monitor may appear jagged.
Viewing pictures recorded on tape on a computer – USB Streaming (For Windows users) Making Video CDs – Easy Video CD This function makes it simple to create a video CD by capturing images recorded on a tape or images live from your camcorder. Capturing images recorded on a tape onto a CD-R (1) Follow steps 1 to 8 on page 161. after choosing the point on the tape from which you want to (2) Press capture images onto the CD-R. .
Viewing pictures recorded on tape on a computer – USB Streaming (For Windows users) Notes •A computer equipped with a CD-R drive is required. •Do not press the button on your camcorder while creating a Video CD. If you press , only images up to that point are captured onto the Video CD and Easy Vide CD is closed. •Once a disc has been created, you cannot add images to the disc. •Select a hard disc with sufficient memory (at least 6 GB) from the “Option” screen as location for the "Location of work folder.
Viewing images recorded on “Memory Stick” on a computer (For Windows users) (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) The image data recorded on the “Memory Stick” is automatically transferred (copied) to a computer with Image Transfer. You can view images with ImageMixer. Before operation You need to install the USB driver, Image Transfer and ImageMixer to view the “Memory Stick” images on a computer (p. 153). (1) Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load.
Viewing images recorded on “Memory Stick” on a computer (For Windows users) (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) Viewing images without Image Transfer Before operation •You need to install the USB driver to view the “Memory Stick” images on a computer (p. 153). •An application such as Windows Media Player must be installed to play back moving pictures in Windows environment. (1) Turn on the computer and allow Windows to load.
Viewing images recorded on “Memory Stick” on a computer (For Windows users) (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) Image file storage destinations and image files Image files recorded with your camcorder are grouped according to the folders in the “Memory Stick.” The meanings of the file names are as follows. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999. Example: For Windows Me users (The drive recognizing your camcorder is [F:].
Connecting your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable (For Macintosh users) (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) When connecting to a computer with the USB cable You must install a USB driver onto a computer in order to connect your camcorder to the computer’s USB port. The USB driver can be found on the CD-ROM supplied, along with the application software required for viewing images. Recommended Macintosh environment Mac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0/9.1/9.2 or Mac OS X (v10.0/v10.1/v10.2) standard installation is required.
Connecting your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable (For Macintosh users) (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) Installing the USB driver Do not connect the USB cable to a computer before installation of the USB driver is complete. For Mac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0 users (1) Turn on the computer and allow the Mac OS to load. If you have been using the computer, close all softwares. (2) Insert the supplied CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. The application software screen appears.
Viewing images recorded on “Memory Stick” on a computer (For Macintosh users) (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) Viewing images Before operation •You need to install the USB driver to view the “Memory Stick” images on a computer (p. 171). •QuickTime 3.0 or later must be installed to play back moving pictures. (1) Turn on the computer and allow Mac OS to load. (2) Insert the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder, then connect the AC Adaptor to your camcorder. .
Capturing images from an analog video unit on a computer – Signal convert function (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) You can capture images and sound from an analog video unit connected to a computer which has the DV port via your camcorder. Before operation Set DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) .
Capturing images from an analog video unit on a computer – Signal convert function (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) After capturing images and sound Stop capturing procedures on the computer, and stop playback on the analog video unit. Notes •You need the software and computer that support the exchange of digital video signals.
— Customizing Your Camcorder — Changing the menu settings To change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with r/R . The default settings can be partially changed. First, select the icon, then the menu item and the mode. The POWER switch should be set to TRV22/TRV33 only). Operate by touching the panel. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) , or (DCR- Press FN to display PAGE1. Press MENU to display the menu. Press r/R to select a desired icon, then press EXEC.
Changing the menu settings Menu items are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEM SET 1 (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) MEM SET 2 (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) CM SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Selecting the mode setting of each item z is the default setting. Menu items differ depending on the position of the POWER switch. The screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment.
Changing the menu settings Note on FLASH MODE and FLASH LVL You cannot adjust FLASH MODE and FLASH LVL if the external flash (optional) is not compatible. Note on FLASH MODE If the flash is not capable of preventing the red-eye phenomenon, you can select only ON or AUTO. Note on the electronic shutter The electronic shutter function electronically adjusts the shutter speed. Icon/item POWER switch Mode Meaning z OFF To deactivate the digital zoom. Up to 10× zoom is carried out.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item POWER switch Mode Meaning z STEREO To play back the stereo tape or dual sound track tape with main and sub sound (p. 198) VCR SET HiFi SOUND AUDIO MIX 1 To play back the stereo tape with the left sound or the dual sound track tape with main sound 2 To play back the stereo tape with the right sound or the dual sound track tape with sub sound —— To adjust the balance between stereo 1 and stereo 2 (p.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode Meaning z OFF Not to record continuously POWER switch MEM SET 1* STILL SET BURST** QUALITY NORMAL To record from 4 to 13 images continuously (p. 116) EXP BRKTG To record 3 images continuously with different exposure z FINE STANDARD IMAGESIZE** z 1152 × 864 640 × 480 To record still images in the fine image quality mode (p. 110) To record still images in the standard image quality mode To record still images in 1152 × 864 size (p.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode Meaning POWER switch MEM SET 2* SLIDE SHOW RETURN z ALL FILES INT. R -STL To play back all the images in the playback folder you are selecting executing slide show ON To activate Interval Photo Recording (p.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode POWER switch Meaning CM SET TITLE —— To superimpose a title or make your own title (p. 101, 103) TITLEERASE —— To erase the title you have superimposed (p. 102) TITLE DSPL z ON OFF CM SEARCH TAPE TITLE ERASE ALL z ON To display the title you have superimposed To not display the title (p. 102) To search using Cassette Memory (p. 76, 77, 79) OFF To search without using Cassette Memory (p. 78, 79) —— To label the cassette (p.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode Meaning z SP To record in the SP (Standard Play) mode POWER switch TAPE SET REC MODE LP AUDIO MODE z 12BIT 16BIT qREMAIN z AUTO FRAME REC z OFF ON INT. REC To increase the recording time to 1.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode POWER switch Meaning SETUP MENU CLOCK SET —— To set the date or time (p.
Changing the menu settings Mode Icon/item Meaning POWER switch OTHERS DATA CODE z DATE/CAM (On the Remote Commander) WORLD TIME BEEP DATE To display date and time during playback when you press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander —— To set the clock to the local time. Press r/R to set a time difference. The clock changes by the time difference you set here. If you set the time difference to 0, the clock returns to the originally set time.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode Meaning z ON To light up the camera recording lamp at the front of your camcorder POWER switch OTHERS REC LAMP OFF VIDEO EDIT z RETURN* * To turn the camera recording lamp off so that the person is not aware of the recording To cancel Digital program editing TAPE* To make programs and perform Digital program editing on the tape (p. 85) MEMORY* To make programs and perform Digital program editing on the “Memory Stick” (p.
— Troubleshooting — Types of trouble and how to correct trouble If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer. If “C:ss:ss” appears on the screen, the self-diagnosis display function has activated. See page 194. During recording Symptom START/STOP does not operate. Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The POWER switch is not set to CAMERA. c Set it to CAMERA (p. 9, 25).
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Troubleshooting Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions A vertical band appears when you • The contrast between the subject and background is too shoot a subject such as lights or a high. This is not a malfunction. candle flame against a dark background. A vertical band appears when you • This is not a malfunction. shoot a very bright subject.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble During playback Symptom Playback is not possible. Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The tape has run out. c Rewind the tape (p. 39). There are horizontal lines on the • The video head may be dirty. picture or the playback picture is c Clean the head using the cleaning cassette (optional) (p. not clear or does not appear. 206). No sound or only a low sound is • The stereo tape is played back with HiFi SOUND set to 2 heard when playing back the tape.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble During recording and playback Symptom The power does not turn on. Troubleshooting Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The battery pack is not installed, or is dead or nearly dead. c Install a charged battery pack (p. 16, 17). • The AC Adaptor is not connected to a wall outlet. c Connect the AC Adaptor to a wall outlet (p. 8). End search does not work. • The cassette was ejected after recording when using a cassette without Cassette Memory (p. 37).
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble When operating using the “Memory Stick” (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only) Symptom The “Memory Stick” does not function. Recording does not function. The image cannot be deleted. You cannot format the “Memory Stick.” Deleting all the images cannot be carried out. You cannot protect the image. 190 Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The POWER switch is not set to MEMORY. c Set it to MEMORY (p. 11). • The “Memory Stick” is not inserted. c Insert the “Memory Stick” (p.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Symptom You cannot write a print mark on the still image. You cannot resize the image. (DCR-TRV33 only) You cannot play back images in actual size. You cannot play back image data. Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK. c Release the lock (p. 106). • The index screen does not appear. c Press INDEX to display the index screen, then write a print mark (p. 147).
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Others Symptom A title is not recorded. Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The cassette has no Cassette Memory. c Use the cassette with Cassette Memory (p. 101). • The Cassette Memory is full. c Erase unnecessary title (p. 102). • The cassette is set to prevent accidental erasure. c Slide the write-protect tab so that red portion is not visible (p. 198). • The tape has a blank portion in the recorded portion. c Superimpose the title to the recorded portion (p.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Symptom The melody or beep sounds for 5 seconds. Troubleshooting Cause and/or Corrective Actions • Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour to acclimatize (p. 205). • Some troubles have occurred in your camcorder. c Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate your camcorder. No function works though the c Disconnect the AC Adaptor from a wall outlet or power is on.
Self-diagnosis display Your camcorder has a self-diagnosis display function. This function displays the current condition of your camcorder as a 5-digit code (a combination of a letter and figures) on the LCD screen or viewfinder. If a 5-digit code appears, check the following code chart. The last 2 digits (indicated by ss) will differ depending on the state of your camcorder. LCD screen or Viewfinder C:21:00 Self-diagnosis display • C:ss:ss You can service your camcorder yourself.
Warning indicators If indicators appear on the screen, check the following: See the page in parentheses “( )” for details. 101-0001 Warning indicator as to file2) Q Warning indicator as to the tape Slow flashing: • The tape is near the end. • No cassette is inserted.1) • The write-protect tab of the cassette is effective (red) (p. 198).1) Slow flashing: • The file is corrupted. • The file is unreadable. • You are trying to carry out MEMORY MIX on moving pictures (p. 120).
Warning messages If messages appear on the screen, check the following. See the page in parentheses “( )” for details. • CLOCK SET Set the date and time (p. 22). • FOR ”InfoLITHIUM” BATTERY ONLY Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (p. 17). • The video heads are dirty (p. 206). The x indicator and “ CLEANING CASSETTE“ message appear one after another on the screen. CLEANING CASSETTE • COPY INHIBIT You tried to record a picture that has a copyright control signal (p. 197).
— Additional Information — Usable cassettes Selecting cassette types You can use the mini DV cassette only.* You cannot use any other 8 mm , Hi8 , Digital8 , VHS , VHSC , S-VHS , S-VHSC , Betamax ED Betamax , DV or MICROMV cassette. , * There are 2 types of mini DV cassettes: with Cassette Memory and without Cassette Memory. Cassettes with Cassette Memory have (Cassette Memory) mark. We recommend that you use cassettes with Cassette Memory. IC memory is mounted on this type of cassette.
Usable cassettes Audio mode 12-bit mode: The original sound can be recorded in stereo 1, and the new sound in stereo 2 in 32 kHz. The balance between stereo 1 and stereo 2 can be adjusted by selecting AUDIO MIX in the menu settings during playback. Both sounds can be played back. 16-bit mode: A new sound cannot be recorded but the original sound can be recorded in high quality. Moreover, it can also play back sound recorded in 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz.
Usable cassettes When the Cassette Memory function does not work Reinsert a cassette. The gold-plated connector of mini DV cassettes may be dirty or dusty. Cleaning gold-plated connector If the gold-plated connector on the cassette is dirty or dusty, the remaining tape indicator sometimes does not appear correctly, and you may not be able to operate functions using Cassette Memory. Clean up the gold-plated connector with a cotton-wool swab, about every 10 times ejection of a cassette.
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack This unit is compatible with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (M series). Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. “InfoLITHIUM” M series battery packs have the mark. What is the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack? The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for communicating information related to operating conditions between your camcorder and an optional AC adaptor/charger.
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack Remaining battery time indicator • If the power goes off although the remaining battery time indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate, charge the battery pack fully again so that the indication on the remaining battery time indicator is correct.
About i.LINK The DV Interface on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant DV Interface. This section describes the i.LINK standard and its features. What is i.LINK? i.LINK is a digital serial interface for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in 2 directions between equipment having the i.LINK, and for controlling other equipment. i.LINK-compatible equipment can be connected by a single i.LINK cable. Possible applications are operations and data transactions with various digital AV equipment.
About i.LINK i.LINK functions on this unit For details on how to dub when this unit is connected to other video equipment having DV Interface, see page 81 and 93. This unit can also be connected to other i.LINK (DV Interface) compatible equipment made by Sony (e.g. VAIO series personal computer) other than video equipment. Before connecting this unit to your computer, make sure that application software supported by this unit is already installed on your computer.
Using your camcorder abroad Using your camcorder abroad You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b]. AC-L15A/L15B [a] [b] Your camcorder is an NTSC system based camcorder. If you want to view the playback picture on a TV, it must be an NTSC system based TV with the AUDIO/VIDEO input jack.
Maintenance information and precautions Moisture condensation If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside your camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or your camcorder may not operate correctly. If there is moisture inside your camcorder, the beep sounds and the % indicator flashes.
Maintenance information and precautions Maintenance information Cleaning the video head To ensure normal recording, clear pictures and sound, clean the video head. The video head may be dirty when: – Mosaic-pattern noise appears on the playback picture. – Playback pictures do not move. – Playback pictures do not appear or the sound breaks off. – The x indicator and “ CLEANING CASSETTE” message appear one after another or the x indicator flashes on the screen during recording.
Maintenance information and precautions (2) Remove dust from inside the eyecup and viewfinder with a commercially available blower. (3) In the reverse way of (1), attach the eyecup. Caution Do not remove any other screws. You may remove only the screw to remove the eyecup. Notes •Do not drop or bend the eyecup shaft. •Be careful when handling the eyecup.
Maintenance information and precautions Precautions Camcorder operation •Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC Adaptor). •For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in this operating instructions. •If any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. •Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens.
Maintenance information and precautions AC Adaptor • Unplug the unit from a wall outlet when you are not using the unit for a long time. To disconnect the power cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the power cord itself. • Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged. • Do not bend the power cord forcibly, or place a heavy object on it. This will damage the cord and may cause fire or electrical shock.
Maintenance information and precautions Note on dry batteries To avoid possible damage from battery leakage or corrosion, observe the following: – Be sure to insert the batteries with the + – polarities matched to the + – marks. – Dry batteries are not rechargeable. – Do not use a combination of new and old batteries. – Do not use different types of batteries. – Current flows from batteries when you are not using them for a long time. – Do not use leaking batteries.
Specifications Video camera recorder System Input/Output connectors S video input/output 4-pin mini DIN Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced Audio/Video input (DCR-TRV22/ TRV33 only)/output AV MINI JACK, 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced 327 mV, (at output impedance more than 47 kΩ (kilohms)) Output impedance with less than 2.2 kΩ (kilohms)/Stereo minijack (ø 3.
Specifications General Power requirements 7.2 V (battery pack) 8.4 V (AC Adaptor) Average power consumption (when using the battery pack) DCR-TRV19/TRV22: 3.3 W1) 2.5 W2) DCR-TRV33: 4.1 W1) 3.3 W2) 1) During camera recording using LCD 2) Viewfinder Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature –20°C to + 60°C (–4°F to + 140°F) Dimensions (approx.) 71 × 90 × 112 mm (2 7/8 × 3 5/8 × 4 1/2 in.) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.
— Quick Reference — Identifying parts and controls Camcorder 7 8 1 9 q; 2 qa 3 4 qs 5 6 1 Lens cap (p. 25) 6 DSPL/BATT INFO button (p. 20, 40) 2 LCD/Touch panel screen (p. 23, 28, 29) 7 CHG (charge) lamp (p. 17) 3 RESET button (p. 193) If you press RESET, all the settings including the date and time return to the default. 8 Eyecup (p. 206) 0 START/STOP button (p. 9, 25, 125) 4 BACK LIGHT button (p. 33) qa Battery pack mounting surface (p.
Identifying parts and controls qd qk qf ql qg qh w; qj wa ws qd POWER switch (p. 9, 11, 17) wa OPEN/ZEJECT qf LOCK switch (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only, p. 11) ws Tripod receptacle Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely, and the screw may damage your camcorder. qg DC IN jack (p. 8, 10) qh BATT release button (p. 16) qj Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 31) qk MEMORY EJECT knob (DCR-TRV22/ TRV33 only, p.
Identifying parts and controls wd wf wg wh wj wl wk wd Intelligent accessory shoe/shoe cover (p. 98) wf Lens wh Microphone (p. 25) wj Remote sensor wk Infrared rays emitter (p. 34, 86) wg Camera recording lamp (p. 25) wl OPEN button (p. 23) Quick Reference Notes on the intelligent accessory shoe •The intelligent accessory shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light or microphone.
Identifying parts and controls e; eh ea es ej ed ek ef el eg r; ra e; PHOTO button (p. 11, 46, 114) ea Power zoom lever (p. 32, 74, 140) es ed (USB) jack (p. 148) DV Interface (p. 81, 93, 149) The DV Interface is i.LINK compatible. el Access lamp (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only, p. 10) ef AUDIO/VIDEO jack (yellow) (DCRTRV22/TRV33 only, p. 44, 81, 93, 173) AUDIO/VIDEO OUT jack (yellow) (DCR-TRV19 only, p. 44, 81) r; S VIDEO jack (DCR-TRV22/TRV33 only, p. 45) S VIDEO OUT jack (DCR-TRV19 only, p.
Identifying parts and controls Remote Commander The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on your camcorder function identically to the buttons on your camcorder. 6 1 2 3 7 8 9 q; 4 5 1 PHOTO button (p. 11, 46, 114) 2 DISPLAY button (p. 40) 3 SEARCH MODE button (p. 76, 77, 78, 79, 80) 5 Video control buttons (p. 39, 42) 7 ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 75) 8 START/STOP button (p. 9, 25) 9 DATA CODE button (p. 40) q; Power zoom button (p.
Identifying parts and controls Operation indicators LCD screen and Viewfinder 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 50min – STILL 16:9WIDE NEG. ART AUTO 60 AWB F1.8 9dB 9 0 qa qs 1 Cassette Memory (p. 27) 2 Remaining battery time (p. 27) 3 Zoom (p. 32)/Exposure (p. 64)/ Data file name* (p. 135) 4 Digital effect* (p. 59, 73)/MEMORY MIX* (p. 120)/Fader (p. 55) 5 16:9WIDE (p. 53) 6 Picture effect (p. 58, 72) 7 Data code (p. 40) 8 Volume (p. 39)/Date (p. 27) 9 PROGRAM AE (p. 62) 0 Back light (p. 33) qa SteadyShot off (p.
Index A, B I, J, K, L R AC Adaptor ....................... 17, 21 Adjusting the viewfinder ...... 31 Audio dubbing ........................ 97 AUDIO MIX .......................... 178 AUDIO MODE ...................... 182 AUTO SHTR .......................... 176 A/V connecting cable .................................... 44, 81, 93 BACK LIGHT .......................... 33 Battery Info .............................. 20 Battery pack ............................. 16 BEEP ......................................
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