Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item POWER switch Mode Meaning z OFF To deactivate the digital zoom. Up to 10× zoom is performed. CAMERA SET D ZOOM PHOTO REC 20× To activate the digital zoom. More than 10× to 20× zoom is performed digitally (p. 31) 120× To activate the digital zoom. More than 10× to 120× zoom is performed digitally z MEMORY TAPE 16:9WIDE z OFF ON STEADYSHOT z ON OFF INT.
Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item POWER switch Mode Meaning z STEREO To play back a stereo tape or dual sound track tape with main and sub sound (p. 221) VCR SET HiFi SOUND AUDIO MIX 1 To play back a stereo tape with the left sound or a dual sound tape with main sound 2 To play back a stereo tape with the right sound or a dual sound track tape with sub sound —— To adjust the balance between the stereo 1 and stereo 2 (p.
Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item POWER switch Mode Meaning z OFF To not record continuously. MEMORY SET STILL SET BURST QUALITY NORMAL To record from three to nine images continuously (p.
Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item Mode Meaning POWER switch MEMORY SET PHOTO SAVE FILE NO. DELETE ALL FORMAT —— z SERIES To copy still images on tape onto “Memory Stick” (p. 154). VCR To assign numbers to file in sequence even if the “Memory Stick” is changed VCR MEMORY/ NETWORK RESET To reset the file numbering each time the “Memory Stick” is changed —— To delete all unprotected images (p.
Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item Mode Meaning POWER switch z OFF To make prints without the recording date and time MEMORY/ NETWORK PRINT SET DATE/TIME DATE To make prints with the recording date (p. 172) DAY&TIME To make prints with the recording date and time TITLE —— To superimpose a title or make your own title (p. 110, 113) VCR CAMERA TITLEERASE —— To erase the title you have superimposed (p.
Changing the default settings with the menu 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 ON To increase the recording time to 1.
Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item Mode POWER switch Meaning SETUP MENU CLOCK SET —— USB STREAM z OFF ON USBCONNECT z NORMAL PTP LTR SIZE z NORMAL LANGUAGE z ENGLISH CAMERA MEMORY/ NETWORK To deactivate the USB streaming To activate the USB streaming VCR CAMERA To connect and recognize the “Memory Stick” drive.
Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item Mode Meaning POWER switch To display date, time and various settings during playback when pressing DATA CODE on the Remote Commander (p.
Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item Mode Meaning z LCD To show the display on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder POWER switch OTHERS DISPLAY V-OUT/LCD REC LAMP z ON OFF VIDEO EDIT z RETURN To show the display on the TV screen, LCD screen and in the viewfinder To light up the camera recording lamp at the front of your camcorder To turn the camera recording lamp off so that the person is not aware of the recording To cancel video editing.
— 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 supply and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If “C:ss:ss” appears on the screen, the self-diagnosis display function has worked. See page 217. In the recording Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The POWER switch is not set to CAMERA.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Symptom The picture does not appear in the viewfinder. A vertical band appears when you shoot a subject such as lights or a candle flame against a dark background. Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The LCD panel is open. c Close the LCD panel (p. 28). • The contrast between the subject and background is too high. This is not a malfunction. • This is not a malfunction. Some tiny white spots appear on the screen.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble In the playback Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The POWER switch is not set to VCR. c Set it to VCR (p. 40). • The cassette has run out of tape. The playback button does not work. c Rewind the tape (p. 40). • The video heads may be dirty. There are horizontal lines on the c Clean the heads using the cleaning cassette (optional) picture, or the playback picture is not (p. 229). clear or does not appear.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble In the recording and playback Symptom The power does not turn on. The end search does not work. The end search does not work correctly. The battery pack is quickly discharged. The battery remaining time indicator does not indicate the correct time. The cassette cannot be removed from the holder. The % and Z indicators flash and no functions except for cassette ejection work. indicator does not appear when using a cassette with cassette memory.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble When operating using the “Memory Stick” 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. You cannot write a print mark on the still image. The photo save does not work. You cannot play back images in actual size. You cannot play back image data.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Others Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The cassette has no cassette memory. c Use a cassette with cassette memory (p. 110). • The cassette memory is full. c Erase unwanted titles (p. 112). • The cassette is set to prevent accidental erasure. c Slide the write-protect tab so that red portion is not visible (p. 23). • The tape has a blank portion between recorded portions. c Superimpose the title to recorded positions (p. 110).
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Symptom The melody or beep sounds for five seconds. You cannot charge the battery pack. While charging the battery pack, no indicator appears, the indicator flashes in the display window. No function works though the power is on. When you set the POWER switch to VCR or OFF (CHG), if you move your camcorder, you may hear a clattering sound from inside your camcorder. The buttons do not appear on the touch panel. The buttons on the LCD screen do not work.
Self-diagnosis display Your camcorder has a self-diagnosis display function. This function displays the current state of your camcorder as a 5-digit code (a combination of a letter and figures) on the screen. If a 5-digit code is displayed, check the following list of codes. The last two digits (indicated by ss) differ depending on the state of your camcorder. LCD screen, viewfinder or display window C:21:00 Self-diagnosis display • C:ss:ss You can service your camcorder yourself.
Warning indicators and messages If indicators and messages appear on the screen or in the display window, check the following: See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Warning indicators 100–0001 100-0001 Warning indicator as to file Slow flashing: •The file is corrupted. •The file is unreadable. •You are trying to use the MEMORY MIX on a moving picture (p. 139). C:21:00 Self-diagnosis display (p. 217). E The battery is dead or nearly dead Slow flashing: •The battery is nearly dead.
Warning indicators and messages Warning messages • CLOCK SET • FOR “InfoLITHIUM” BATTERY ONLY • CLEANING CASSETTE** • FULL 16BIT • REC MODE • TAPE • “i.LINK” CABLE • • FULL - • NO FILE • • NO MEMORY STICK AUDIO ERROR • • MEMORY STICK ERROR FORMAT ERROR • - DIRECTORY ERROR • PLAY ERROR • REC ERROR • COPY INHIBIT • Q Z TAPE END • Q NO TAPE • NO PRINT MARK • NO STILL IMAGE FILE • DELETING • FORMATTING • NOW CHARGING The video heads are dirty (p. 229). The cassette memory is full.
— Additional Information — Usable cassettes Selecting cassette types You can use Digital8, ED Betamax, mini DV cassettes only*. You cannot use any other 8 mm, VHS, VHSC, S-VHS, S-VHSC, Betamax, DV or MICRO MV cassette. Hi8, * There are two types of mini DV cassettes: with cassette memory and without cassette memory. Cassettes with cassette memory have the (Cassette Memory) mark. We recommend that you use cassette with cassette memory. IC memory is mounted on this type of cassette.
Usable cassettes Copyright signal When you play back Using any other video camera recorder, you cannot record on tape that has recorded copyright control signals for copyright protection of software which is played back on your camcorder. When you record You cannot record software on your camcorder that contains copyright control signals for copyright protection of software. “COPY INHIBIT” appears on the screen or on the TV screen if you try to record such software.
Usable cassettes Notes on the cassette When affixing a label on the cassette Be sure to affix a label only at the locations illustrated below [a] to prevent malfunction of your camcorder. After using the cassette Rewind the tape to the beginning, put the cassette in its case, and store it upright. When the cassette memory does not work Reinsert a cassette. The gold-plated connector of the cassette may be dirty or dusty.
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack 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 the battery pack and an optional AC adaptor/charger. The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack calculates the power consumption according to the operating conditions of your camcorder, and displays the remaining battery time in minutes.
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack How to store the battery pack •If the battery pack is not used for a long time, do the following procedure once per year to maintain proper function. 1. Fully charge the battery. 2. Discharge on your electronic equipment. 3. Remove the battery from the equipment and store it in a dry, cool place. •To use the battery pack up on your camcorder, leave your camcorder in the recording standby until the power goes off without a cassette inserted.
About i.LINK The DV jack on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant DV input/output jack. 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 two directions between equipment having the i.LINK jack, and for controlling other equipment. i.LINK-compatible equipment can be connected by a single i.LINK cable.
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 jacks, see page 88 and 102. This unit can also be connected to other i.LINK (DV) compatible equipment made by SONY (e.g. VAIO series personal computer) other than video equipment. Before connecting this unit to a personal computer, make sure that application software supported by this unit is already installed on the personal computer.
Using your camcorder abroad Using your camcorder abroad Countries and areas where you can use network functions are restricted. For details, refer to the separate Network Operating Instructions. (DCR-TRV50 only) You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC power 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].
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 state, 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 and the % indicator flashes. When the Z indicator flashes at the same time, the cassette is inserted in your camcorder.
Maintenance information and precautions Maintenance information Cleaning the video heads To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. The video heads may be dirty when: •Mosaic-pattern noise appears on the playback picture. •Playback pictures do not move. •Playback pictures do not appear. •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 Adjusting the LCD screen (CALIBRATION) The buttons on the touch panel may not work correctly. If this happens, follow the procedure below. (1) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). (2) Eject the cassette from your camcorder, then disconnect any connecting cable from your camcorder. (3) Set the POWER switch to VCR while pressing DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL on your camcorder, then keep pressing DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL for about five seconds.
Maintenance information and precautions Charging the built-in rechargeable battery Your camcorder has a built-in rechargeable battery so that the date, time and other settings are retained even when the POWER switch is turned off. The built-in rechargeable battery is always charged as long as you are using your camcorder. The battery, however, will become discharged gradually if you do not use your camcorder. It will be completely discharged in about four months if you do not use your camcorder at all.
Maintenance information and precautions Camcorder care •Remove the cassette, and periodically turn on the power, operate the CAMERA and VCR sections and play back a tape for about three minutes when your camcorder is not to be used for a long time. •Clean the lens with a soft brush to remove dust. If there are fingerprints on the lens, remove them with a soft cloth. •Clean the camcorder body with a dry soft cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution.
Maintenance information and precautions Battery pack • Use only the specified charger or video equipment with the charging function. • To prevent accident from a short circuit, do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals. • Keep the battery pack away from fire. • Never expose the battery pack to temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight. • Keep the battery pack dry. • Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock.
Specifications Video camera recorder System Video recording system 2 rotary heads Helical scanning system Audio recording system Rotary heads, PCM system Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 32 kHz, stereo 1, stereo 2), 16 bits (Fs 48 kHz, stereo) Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette Mini DV cassette with the mark printed Tape speed SP: Approx. 18.81 mm/s LP: Approx. 12.56 mm/s Recording/playback time (using cassette DVM60) SP: 1 hour LP: 1.
Specifications General Power requirements 7.2 V (battery pack) 8.4 V (AC power adaptor) Average power consumption (when using the battery pack) During camera recording using LCD 4.5 W Viewfinder 3.4 W 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.) 72 × 91 × 168 mm (2 7/8 × 3 5/8 × 6 5/8 in.) (w/h/d) Mass (Approx.
— Quick Reference — Identifying parts and controls Camcorder 8 1 2 9 3 4 5 6 7 q; 1 Flash (p. 49, 130) 6 Microphone 2 Focus ring (p. 69) 7 Remote sensor 3 Lens 8 Viewfinder (p. 30) 4 Camera recording lamp (p. 26) 9 Display window (p. 16) 5 Infrared rays emitter (p. 34, 92) 0 HOLOGRAM AF emitter (p. 132) Note on the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which can reproduce fine images.
Identifying parts and controls qj qk ql qa w; qs wa qd qf qg qh qa PHOTO button (p. 47, 52, 126) qj EDITSEARCH button (p. 38) qs LOCK switch (p. 26) qk NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 34) qd DC IN jack cover ql qg START/STOP button (p. 26) qh POWER switch (p. 26) w; SUPER NS/COLOR SLOW S button (p. 34) wa Stylus (DCR-TRV50 only) (p. 198) Quick Reference qf DC IN jack (p. 19) (Bluetooth) lamp (DCR-TRV50 only) (p.
Identifying parts and controls wh wj ws wk wd wl wf e; ea es ed ef wg ws Power zoom lever (p. 31, 77, 164) wf Hooks for shoulder strap ea MIC jack (PLUG IN POWER) (red) Connect an external microphone (optional). This jack also accepts a “plug-in-power” microphone. wg “Memory Stick” slot (p. 119) es S VIDEO ID-2 jack (p. 46, 86, 137, 149) wd BATT release button (p. 15) wh (USB) jack (p. 174) wj (flash) button (p. 49, 130) wk wl DV IN/OUT jack (p.
Identifying parts and controls eg ek eh el r; ra ej REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE REC eg Intelligent accessory shoe (p. 106) eh LCD/Touch panel screen (p. 24, 29, 120) ek VOLUME buttons (p. 40) el DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL button (p. 42) r; MENU button (p.
Identifying parts and controls rj rs rk rd rf rl rg t; ta rh rs OPEN button (p. 26) rd FOCUS switch (p. 69) rf RESET button (p. 216) rg FADER button (p. 58) rh BACK LIGHT button (p. 34) rj Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 30) rk NETWORK button (DCR-TRV50 only) (p. 197) rl SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 199) t; PROGRAM AE button ta EXPOSURE button (p.
Identifying parts and controls th tj ts td tk tl tf tg y; ts Access lamp tk Lens cap (p. 26) td Battery pack (p. 15) tl Cassette lid (p. 23) tf OPEN/EJECT lever (p. 23) tg Cassette compartment tj Holder (DCR-TRV50 only) (p. 198) Fastening the grip strap Fasten the grip strap firmly. 1 Quick Reference th Grip strap y; Tripod receptacle Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch).
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. 8 1 9 2 3 0 qa qs 4 qd 5 6 7 1 PHOTO button (p. 47, 52, 126) qf 3 Memory control buttons 8 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control your camcorder after turning on your camcorder. 4 SEARCH MODE button (p. 80, 81, 83) 9 ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 79) 5 Video control buttons (p.
Identifying parts and controls To prepare the Remote Commander Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and – on the batteries to the + and – in the battery compartment. Notes on the Remote Commander •Point the remote sensor away from strong light sources such as direct sunlight or overhead lighting. Otherwise, the Remote Commander may not function properly. •Your camcorder works in the commander mode VTR 2.
Identifying parts and controls Operation indicators LCD screen and Viewfinder 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 120min – STILL 16:9WIDE NEG. ART AUTO 60 AWB F1.8 9db STBY + 0:12:34 12min ZERO SET MEMORY END SEARCH DV IN 16BIT 100–0001 9 0 qa qs 1 Cassette memory (p. 33, 220) 2 Remaining battery time (p. 33) 3 Zoom (p. 31)/Exposure (p. 67)/ Data file name (p. 117) 4 Digital effect (p. 61, 76)/MEMORY MIX (p. 139)/FADER (p. 57) 5 16:9WIDE (p. 55) 6 Picture effect (p. 60, 75) 7 Data code (p. 42) 8 Volume (p. 40)/Date (p.
Index A, B AC power adaptor .................. 16 Adjusting viewfinder ............. 30 Audio dubbing ...................... 106 AUDIO MIX .......................... 202 Audio mode ........................... 206 Auto red-eye reduction ........................................ 49, 130 AUTO SHTR .......................... 200 A/V connecting cable .......... 46, 86, 100, 137, 149, 196 BACK LIGHT .......................... 34 Battery pack ............................. 15 BEEP ...................................
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