Sony DCR-TRV950 Istruzioni per gli Interventi

3-075-494-12 (1)©2002 Sony CorporationOperating InstructionsBefore operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,and retain it for future ref

Quick Start Guide10This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on a“Memory Stick” of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses“( )”

100Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)* TV/VCR componentNote on IR SETUP codesDigital program editing is not possible if

101Editing(2) Setting the modes to cancel the recording pause on the VCR1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PAUSEMODE, then press the dial.2 Turn

102(4) Confirming VCR operation1 Insert a recordable tape into the VCR, then set to recording pause.2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IR TEST, t

103EditingStep 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the i.LINK cableWhen you connect using the i.LINK cable (optional), follow the procedure below.(1) S

104Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)Step 3: Adjusting the synchronization of the VCRYou can adjust the synchronization

105EditingDubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)2,368VIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT–IN” ”CUT–OUT”

106Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)Operation 1: Making a program(1) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder,

107EditingDubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)Erasing the program you have setErase OUT first and then IN from of the last

108Operation 2: Performing the program (Dubbing a tape)Make sure that your camcorder and the VCR are connected, and that the VCR is set torecording pa

109EditingUsing the A/V connecting cableYou can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has video/audio outputs. Use your camcor

Quick Start Guide11PLAY PBPOWEROFF(CHG)CAMERAMEMORY/NETWORKVCRPOWEROFF(CHG)CAMERAMEMORY/NETWORKVCRRecording a still image on a “Memory Stick” (p. 135)

110If your TV or VCR is a monaural typeConnect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video output jack and thewhite or the red plug to th

111EditingUsing the i.LINK cableSimply connect the i.LINK cable (optional) to the DV Interface on your camcorder andto DV OUT on the DV products. Wi

112You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cableDuring digital editingThe color of the display may be uneven. However, this does not affect the

113EditingYou can insert a new scene from a VCR onto your originally recorded tape byspecifying the insert start and end points. Use the Remote Comman

114To change the insert end pointPress ZERO SET MEMORY again after step 5 to erase the ZERO SET MEMORYindicator and begin from step 3.Using the Remote

115EditingYou can record audio to add to the original sound on a tape by connecting audioequipment or a microphone. If you connect audio equipment, yo

116Connecting the A/V connecting cable to the AUDIO/VIDEO jackDubbing with the built-in microphoneNo connection is necessary.Notes•When dubbing with t

117EditingAdding audio on a recorded tapeChoose a connection described on the previous pages, and connect audio equipment ormicrophone to your camcord

118Audio dubbingMonitoring the new recorded sound(1) Play back the tape on which you added audio.(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select AUDIO MIX i

119EditingIf you use a tape with cassette memory, you can superimpose the title. Whenyou play back the tape, the title is displayed for five seconds f

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

120Superimposing a titleIf you set the write-protect tab of the tape to lockYou cannot superimpose or erase the title. Slide the write-protect tab to

121EditingErasing a title(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.(2) Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TITLEERASE in, then pres

122You can make up to two titles and store them in the memory of your camcorder. Eachtitle can have up to 20 characters.(1) Set the POWER switch to CA

123EditingTo change a title you have storedIn step 4, select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET, depending on which title you wantto change, then press the SE

124If you use a cassette with cassette memory, you can label a cassette. Labels canconsist of up to 10 characters and is stored in cassette memory. Wh

125EditingTo erase the label you have madeIn step 4 turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [C], then press the dial. The lastcharacter is erased.To cha

126You can record and play back images on the “Memory Stick” supplied with yourcamcorder. You can easily play back, record or delete images. You can e

127“Memory Stick” OperationsUsing a “Memory Stick” – Introduction“Memory Stick” formatted on computerThe “Memory Stick” formatted on Windows OS or Mac

128Inserting a “Memory Stick”(1) Slide the MEMORY OPEN in the direction of the arrow to open the “MemoryStick” slot.(2) Insert a “Memory Stick” in the

129“Memory Stick” OperationsUsing a “Memory Stick” – IntroductionUsing a touch panelMost operation buttons for use of a “Memory Stick” are displayed o

Getting Started13Using this manualNote on TV color systemsTV color systems differ depending on the country or region. To view your recordingson a TV,

130Using a “Memory Stick” – IntroductionTo return to FNPress EXIT.To execute settingsPress OK.To cancel settingsPress OFF to return to PAGE1/PAGE2

131“Memory Stick” OperationsSelecting the still image qualityYou can select the image quality in still image recording. The default setting is SUPERFI

132Image quality settingsSetting MeaningSUPER FINE (SFN) This is the highest image quality in your camcorder.The number of still images you can record

133“Memory Stick” OperationsSelecting the image sizeYou can select either of two image sizesStill images: 1152 × 864 or 640 × 480. (When the POWER swi

134Using a “Memory Stick” – IntroductionImage size settingsSetting Meaning Indicator1152 × 864 Records 1152 × 864 still images.1152640 × 480 Records 6

135“Memory Stick” OperationsYou can record still images on a “Memory Stick.”Before operationInsert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.(1) Set the PO

136Recording still images on a“Memory Stick”– Memory Photo recordingWhen the POWER switch is set to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only)The following func

137“Memory Stick” OperationsRecording images continuouslyYou can record still images continuously. Before recording, select one of the four modesdescr

138(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). Makesure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position).(2) Press

139“Memory Stick” OperationsIf there is space remaining on the “Memory Stick” for less than three photosYou cannot carry out the exposure bracketing (

14Checking supplied accessoriesMake sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder.1 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC poweradaptor (1), powe

140Recording still images on a “Memory Stick”– Memory Photo recordingNotes•The recommended shooting distance using the built-in flash is 0.8 m to 2.5

141“Memory Stick” OperationsShooting with an auxiliary light – HOLOGRAM AFThe HOLOGRAM AF is an auxiliary light source used for focusing on subjects i

142Recording still images on a“Memory Stick”– Memory Photo recordingNotes•Attaching the lens hood or a conversion lens (optional) may obstruct theHOLO

143“Memory Stick” OperationsSelf-timer memory photo recordingYou can record images on a “Memory Stick” with the self-timer. You can also use theRemote

144Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as a stillimage on a “Memory Stick.” Your camcorder can also capture m

145“Memory Stick” OperationsImage size of still imagesImage size is automatically set to 640 × 480.When the access lamp is lit or flashingDo not shake

146Recording images from a tape as still imagesRecording a still image from external equipmentBefore operationSet DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu sett

147“Memory Stick” OperationsUsing the i.LINK cableNoteIn the following instances, recording is interrupted or “ REC ERROR” is displayed,and recording

148You can superimpose a still image you have recorded on the “Memory Stick” on themoving picture you are recording. You can record the superimposed i

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

15Getting StartedStep 1 Preparing the power supplyInstalling the battery pack(1) Lift up the viewfinder.(2) Slide the battery pack down until it clic

150Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image– MEMORY MIXTo change the still image to be superimposedPress –/+ on the right lower c

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

152Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image– MEMORY MIXTo change the still image to be superimposedPress –/+ on the right lower c

153“Memory Stick” OperationsYou can record moving pictures with sound on a “Memory Stick.”You can record picture and sound continuously up to the capa

154NoteSound is recorded in monaural.When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only)The following functions do not work:– Digital zoo

155“Memory Stick” OperationsSelf-timer MPEG movie recordingYou can record images on a “Memory Stick” with the self-timer. You can also use theRemote C

156Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as amoving picture on a “Memory Stick.” Your camcorder can also captur

157“Memory Stick” OperationsNotes•Sound recorded in 48 kHz is converted to 32 kHz sound when recording images froma tape to a “Memory Stick.”•Sound re

158Recording a moving picture from external equipmentBefore operationSet DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.)(1) Se

159“Memory Stick” OperationsUsing the i.LINK cableNoteIn the following instances, “ REC ERROR” is displayed and you cannot recordpictures.– When reco

16Step 1 Preparing the power supplyCharging the battery packUse the battery pack after charging it for your camcorder.Your camcorder operates only wi

160You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto a “Memory Stick.”Making the programBefore operationInsert a “Memory Stick” and a reco

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

162Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture– Digital program editing (on a “Memory Stick”)Performing the program (Dubbing on a “Memor

163“Memory Stick” OperationsUsing the search function, you can automatically capture only still images from tapesand record them on a “Memory Stick” i

164Copying still images from a tape – PHOTO SAVEImage size of still imagesImage size is automatically set to 640 × 480.When the access lamp is lit or

165“Memory Stick” OperationsYou can play back still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can also play backsix images including moving pictures in

166You may not be able to play back images with your camcorder:– when playing back image data modified on your computer.– when playing back image data

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

168You can play back moving pictures recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can also playback six images including still images in order at a time by selec

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

17Getting StartedStep 1 Preparing the power supplyNotePrevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the DC plug ofthe AC

170Screen indicators during moving picture playbackRecording date/timeTo display the recording date/time, press DATA CODE. You can also use the Remote

171“Memory Stick” OperationsYou can copy images recorded on a “Memory Stick” and record them to a tape.Before operationInsert a “Memory Stick” and a t

172Copying images recorded on a “Memory Stick” to a tapeDuring copyingYou cannot operate the following functions:– MEMORY PLAY– MEMORY INDEX– MEMORY D

173“Memory Stick” OperationsYou can enlarge still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can select and view adesired part from the enlarged still i

174Enlarging still images recorded on a “Memory Stick”– Memory PB ZOOMThe PB ZOOM is canceled when executing the following operations:– MENU– MEMORY P

175“Memory Stick” OperationsYou can automatically play back images in sequence. This function is useful especiallywhen checking recorded images or dur

176You can protect selected images to prevent accidental erasure of important images.Before operationInsert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.(1) S

177“Memory Stick” OperationsYou can delete images stored in a “Memory Stick.” You can delete all images or onlyselected images.Deleting selected image

178Deleting selected images on the index screenBefore operationInsert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK

179“Memory Stick” OperationsDeleting all imagesYou can delete all unprotected images in the “Memory Stick.”Before operationInsert a “Memory Stick” int

18Step 1 Preparing the power supplyPlaying timeBattery packPlaying time Playing timewith LCD closed on LCD screenNP-FM50 (supplied) 180 115NP-FM70 31

180You can specify a recorded still image to print out by writing a print mark. Thisfunction is useful for printing out still images later.Your camcor

181“Memory Stick” OperationsYou can use the optional printer on your camcorder to print images on print paper.For details, refer to the operating inst

182Selecting 9PIC PRINTYou can make 9 stickers on a single sheet when you print images recorded on a“Memory Stick” in 9PIC PRINT.(1) Set the POWER swi

183Viewing Images Using your ComputerThere are the following ways of connecting the camcorder to a computer in order toview images saved on the “Memor

184When connecting to a computer using the i.LINK (DV interface)Your computer must have a DV connector and editing software installed that can readvid

185Viewing Images Using your ComputerViewing images on your computer – IntroductionNotes on using your computer“Memory Stick”•“Memory Stick” operation

186Connecting your camcorder to your computerusing the USB cable – For Windows usersComplete installation of the USB driver before connecting the camc

187Viewing Images Using your ComputerConnecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable– For Windows usersRecommended computer usage envir

188Installing the USB driverStart the following operation without connecting the USB cable to yourcomputer.Connect the USB cable according to “Making

189Viewing Images Using your ComputerMaking the computer recognize the camcorderViewing images recorded on a tapeRefer to page 190 for details on view

19Getting StartedConnecting to a wall outletWhen you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from awall outlet using the AC

190(11) Follow the on-screen messages so that the Add Hardware Wizard recognizesthat the USB drivers have been installed. The Add Hardware Wizard star

191Viewing Images Using your ComputerConnecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable– For Windows usersIf you cannot install the USB dr

192Windows 2000 ProfessionalWindows XP Home Edition/ProfessionalConnecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable– For Windows usersWindo

193Viewing Images Using your Computer6 Turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) on your camcorder, and thendisconnect the USB cable.7 Restart your computer.

194Capturing images with “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony”You need to install the USB driver and “PIXELA ImageMixer” to view taped images onyour co

195Viewing Images Using your Computer(6) Select .(7) Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder to the USB connector on yourcomputer using the supplie

196Viewing pictures live from your camcorder(1) Follow the steps 1, 2 on page 194.(2) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.Select USB STREAM in to ON in th

197Viewing Images Using your ComputerCapturing moving pictures(1) Select .(2) Look at the preview window and click on at the first scene of the moviey

198If image data cannot be transferred by the USB connectionThe USB driver has been registered incorrectly as your computer was connected to yourcamco

199Viewing Images Using your ComputerViewing imagesBefore operation•You need to install the USB driver to view “Memory Stick” images on your computer(

2Welcome!Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam. With your Handycam, you cancapture life’s precious moments with superior picture and

20Set the date and time when you use your camcorder for the first time. “CLOCK SET”will be displayed each time that you set the POWER switch to CAMERA

200Image file storage destinations and image filesImage files recorded with your camcorder are grouped in folders by recording mode.The meanings of th

201Viewing Images Using your ComputerConnecting your camcorder to yourcomputer using the USB cable– For Macintosh usersWhen connecting to a computer u

202Installing the USB driverDo not connect the USB cable to your computer before installation of the USBdriver is completed.For Mac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0 u

203Viewing Images Using your ComputerViewing imagesBefore operationYou need to install the USB driver to view “Memory Stick” images on your computer(p

204You can capture images and sound from an analog video unit connected to yourcomputer which has the i.LINK jack connected to your camcorder.Before o

205Using the Network function– DCR-TRV950 onlyYou can access the Internet via a Bluetooth compliant device from your camcorder.Once the access is made

206How to hold your camcorder when operating in NETWORK modeHold your camcorder with your hand through the grip belt to keep from dropping it.The oper

207Customizing Your Camcorder— Customizing Your Camcorder —Changing the default settings with themenuTo change the mode settings in the menu settings,

208Icon/itemMANUAL SETP EFFECTFLASH LVLAUTO SHTRTo make the menu display disappearPress MENU.Menu items are displayed as the following icons:MANUAL SE

209Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the default settings with the menuIcon/itemCAMERA SETD ZOOMPHOTO REC16:9WIDESTEADYSHOTFRAME RECINT. RECHOLOGRAM

21Getting StartedNoteInstead of DST, SUMMERTIME is displayed on the screen for some models.If you do not set the date and time“--:--:--” and “--- -- -

210Modez STEREO12——z OFFONz BRT NORMALBRIGHT——z BRT NORMALBRIGHTz OFFONNotes on LCD B.L. and VF B.L.•When you select BRIGHT, battery life is reduced b

211Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the default settings with the menuIcon/itemMEMORY SETSTILL SETBURSTQUALITYIMAGESIZEMOVIE SETIMAGESIZEREMAINModez

212Changing the default settings with the menuIcon/itemMEMORY SETPHOTO SAVEFILE NO.DELETE ALLFORMATMode——z SERIESRESET——z RETURNOKPOWERswitchVCRVCRMEM

213Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the default settings with the menuIcon/itemPRINT SETDATE/TIMECM SETTITLETITLEERASETITLE DSPLCM SEARCHTAPE TITLEE

214Icon/itemTAPE SETREC MODEAUDIO MODEqREMAINMIC LEVELMeaningTo record in the SP (Standard Play) modeTo increase the recording time to 1.5 times theSP

215Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the default settings with the menuIcon/itemSETUP MENUCLOCK SETUSB STREAMUSBCONNECTLTR SIZELANGUAGEDEMO MODEMode—

216Icon/itemOTHERSDATA CODEAREA SETDST SET*BEEPCOMMANDERMeaningTo display date, time and various settingsduring playback when pressing the DATACODE bu

217Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the default settings with the menuIcon/itemOTHERSDISPLAYREC LAMPVIDEO EDITMeaningTo show the display on the LCD

218START/STOP does not operate.The power goes off.You cannot record still images on a“Memory Stick” in the recording orrecording standby.You cannot re

219TroubleshootingSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The LCD panel is open.c Close the LCD panel (p. 28).• The contrast between the subject and

22Step 2 Setting the date and timeAREA12345678910111213141516TimedifferenceGMT+01:00+02:00+03:00+03:30+04:00+04:30+05:00+05:30+06:00+06:30+07:00+08:0

220Types of trouble and how to correct troubleIn the playbackSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The POWER switch is not set to VCR.c Set it to V

221TroubleshootingTypes of trouble and how to correct troubleIn the recording and playbackSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The battery pack is

222Types of trouble and how to correct troubleWhen operating using the “Memory Stick”Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The POWER switch is not

223TroubleshootingOthersSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The cassette has no cassette memory.c Use a cassette with cassette memory (p. 119).•

224Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• Moisture has started to condense in your camcorder(p. 236).• Moisture condensation has occurred.c Remove t

225TroubleshootingSelf-diagnosis displayFive-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Actions• You are using a battery pack that is not an“InfoLITHIUM” b

226If indicators and messages appear on the screen or in the display window, check thefollowing:See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information

227TroubleshootingWarning messages•CLOCK SET Set the date and time (p. 20).•FOR “InfoLITHIUM” Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (p. 18).BATTERY ONLY•

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

229Additional InformationUsable cassettesCopyright signalWhen you play backUsing any other video camera recorder, you cannot record on tape that has r

23Getting Started(1) Prepare the power supply.(2) Slide OPEN/Z EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid.The cassette compartment automatic

230Usable cassettesDo not affix a labelalong this border.[a][b]Notes on the cassetteWhen affixing a label on the cassetteBe sure to affix a label only

231Additional InformationAbout the “InfoLITHIUM” battery packWhat is the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack?The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion ba

232How to store the battery pack•If the battery pack is not used for a long time, do the following procedure once peryear to maintain proper function.

233Additional InformationThe DV Interface on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant DV input/output Interface. Thissection describes the i.LINK standard and

234About i.LINKi.LINK functions on this unitFor details on how to dub when this unit is connected to other video equipment havingDV Interface, see pag

235Additional InformationUsing your camcorder abroadCountries and areas where you can use network functions are restricted. For details,refer to the

236Moisture condensationIf your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture maycondense inside your camcorder, on the su

237Additional InformationMaintenance informationCleaning the video headsTo ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. The vide

238Maintenance information and precautionsAdjusting the LCD screen (CALIBRATION)The buttons on the touch panel may not work correctly. If this happens

239Additional InformationMaintenance information and precautionsCharging the built-in rechargeable batteryYour camcorder has a built-in rechargeable b

24Your camcorder has operation buttons on the LCD screen. Touch the LCD screendirectly with your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-TRV950 only) to op

240Maintenance information and precautionsCamcorder care•Remove the cassette, and periodically turn on the power, operate the CAMERA andVCR sections a

241Additional InformationMaintenance information and precautionsBattery pack•Use only the specified charger or video equipment with the charging funct

242Video camerarecorderSystemVideo recording system2 rotary headsHelical scanning systemAudio recording systemRotary heads, PCM systemQuantization: 12

243Additional InformationSpecificationsGeneralPower requirements7.2 V (battery pack)8.4 V (AC power adaptor)Average power consumption(when using the b

2441 Flash (p. 48, 139)2 Focus ring (p. 76)3 Lens4 Lens hood5 HOLOGRAM AF emitter (p. 141)6 MIC jack (PLUG IN POWER) (red)Connect an external micropho

245Quick ReferenceIdentifying parts and controlsqj Intelligent accessory shoe (p. 115, 181)qk LCD/Touch panel screen (p. 24, 129)ql OPEN buttonw; Spea

246Identifying parts and controlsea Access lampes MEMORY OPEN button (p. 128)ed LOCK switch (p. 26)ef POWER switcheg START/STOP button (p. 26)eh DC IN

247Quick ReferenceFastening the grip strapFasten the grip strap firmly.rj Power zoom lever (p. 31, 86, 173)rk PHOTO button (p. 46, 51, 135)rl OPEN/

248Identifying parts and controlsthtjtktly;ykyjyhygyfydysyath AUDIO DUB button (p. 117)tj BACK LIGHT button (p. 34)tk SPOT LIGHT button * (p. 35)tl ED

249Quick ReferenceIdentifying parts and controlsyl Battery Pack (p. 15)u; Tripod receptacleMake sure that the length of the tripodscrew is less than 5

25Getting StartedStep 4 Using the touch panelNotes•When using the touch panel, press operation buttons with your thumb supporting theLCD panel from t

250Identifying parts and controls1 PHOTO button (p. 46, 51, 135)2 DISPLAY button (p. 41)3 Memory control buttons4 SEARCH MODE button (p. 89, 90, 92)5

251Quick ReferenceTo prepare the Remote CommanderInsert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and – on the batteries tothe + and – in the batte

252Identifying parts and controlsLCD screen and Viewfinder AUTO 60 AWB F1.8 9db0:12:3412minZERO SETMEMORYENDSEARCHDV IN16BIT100–000

253Quick ReferenceDisplay windowe;wk wlwk Remaining battery time indicator(p. 16)/Tape counter (p. 33)/Time code indicator (p. 33)/Image number (p. 16

254IndexA, BAC power adaptor ... 16Adjusting viewfinder ... 30Audio dubbing ... 115AUDIO LEVEL ...

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2652440minREC0:00:013LOCKCAMERAVCROFF(CHG)POWERMEMORY/NETWORKPOWEROFF(CHG)CAMERAMEMORY/NETWORKVCR1Your camcorder automatically focuses for you.(1) Rem

27Recording – BasicsNotes•Fasten the grip strap firmly.•The recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) are not displayedwhile record

28Recording a pictureAfter recording(1) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).(2) Close the LCD panel.(3) Eject the cassette.(4) Remove the battery pack.A

29Recording – BasicsAdjusting the brightness of the LCD screen(1) Press FN and select PAGE2 while the POWER switch is set to CAMERA orMEMORY/NETWORK (

3“Memory Stick”This device complies with Part 15 of the FCCRules. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions: (1) This device may not causeha

30Recording a pictureAdjusting the viewfinderIf you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder.Adjust the viewfi

31Recording – BasicsUsing the zoom featureMove the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.Using the zoom spari

32Shooting with the Mirror ModeThis feature allows the camera subject to view him-or herself on the LCD screen.The subject uses this feature to check

33Recording – BasicsIndicators displayed in the recordingIndicators are not recorded on tapes.Remaining battery time indicator during recordingThe rem

34Recording a pictureShooting backlit subjects – BACK LIGHTWhen you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with alight

35Recording – BasicsRecording a pictureShooting subjects lit by strong light – SPOT LIGHTThis function prevents people's faces, for example, from

36Recording a pictureSelf-timer recordingRecording with the self-timer starts in 10 seconds automatically. You can also use theRemote Commander for th

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

38Checking recordings – END SEARCH / EDITSEARCH / Rec ReviewRec ReviewYou can check the last recorded section.Press the – 7 side of EDITSEARCH momen

39Playback – BasicsYou can monitor the playback picture on the screen. If you close the LCD panel, youcan monitor the playback picture in the viewfind

4Recording moving picturesor still images, and playingthem back•Recording moving pictures on atape (p. 26)•Recording still images on a tape(p. 51)•Pla

40When monitoring on the LCD screenYou can turn the LCD panel over and move it back to the camcorder body with theLCD screen facing out.If you leave t

41Playback – BasicsTo display the screen indicators – Display functionPress DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL on your camcorder or DISPLAY on the RemoteCommander su

42Playing back a tapeTo not display various settingsSet DATA CODE to DATE in the menu settings (p. 216).The display changes as follows when you press

43Playback – BasicsPlaying back a tapeVarious playback modesTo operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to VCR.To play back pause (viewing

44In the various playback modes•Sound is muted.•The previous picture may remain as a mosaic image during playback.When the playback pause lasts for fi

45Playback – BasicsConnect your camcorder to your TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with yourcamcorder to watch playback picture on the TV scr

46You can record still images on a “Memory Stick” in the tape recording or tape recordingstandby. You can also record still images on a tape (p. 51).B

47Advanced Recording OperationsImage size of still imagesImage size is automatically set to 640 × 480.When you want to record still images in differen

48Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” during tape recordingRecording images with the flashThe flash pops up automatically. The default setting

49Advanced Recording OperationsRecording still images on a “Memory Stick” during tape recordingYou cannot shoot images with the flash during the follo

Getting Started5Main FeaturesAccessing the Internet, sending/receiving your e-mail. For details,refer to the Network FunctionOperating Instructions s

50Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” during tape recordingSelf-timer recordingYou can record still images on a “Memory Stick” with the self-ti

51Advanced Recording OperationsYou can record still images such as photographs on tapes.You can record about 510 images in the SP mode and about 765 i

52Recording still images on a tape – Tape Photo recordingNotes•During tape photo recording, you cannot change the mode or setting.•When recording a st

53Advanced Recording OperationsYou can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on a 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE). Ifyou connect a TV compatible with the

54In the wide modeYou cannot select the following functions:– Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” in the tape recording or recordingstandby– BO

55Advanced Recording OperationsYou can fade in or out to give your recording a more professional appearance.MONOTONEWhen fading in, the picture gradua

56(1) When fading in [a]In the standby, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes.When fading out [b]In the recording, press FADER until t

57Advanced Recording OperationsWhen you set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only)You cannot use the fader.While using BOUNCE, you canno

58You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on TV.NEG. ART [a] : The color and brightness of the picture are r

59Advanced Recording OperationsUsing special effects – Digital effectYou can add special effects to recorded pictures using the various digital functi

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

60Using special effects – Digital effect(1) Press FN to display PAGE1 while the POWER switch is set to CAMERA.(2) Press DIG EFFT. The screen to select

61Advanced Recording OperationsUsing special effects – Digital effectNotes•The following functions do not work during digital effect:– Recording still

62Presetting the adjustment for picturequality – Custom presetYou can preset the camcorder to record the picture with the desired picture quality.When

63Advanced Recording OperationsPresetting the adjustment for picture quality – Custom presetItems to be adjustedItemCOLOR LVLSHARPNESSWB SHIFTAE SHIFT

64Using the guide frameYou can easily make the picture be on a horizontal line using the guide frame. Theguide frame is not recorded in the tape or th

65Advanced Recording OperationsYou can set the camcorder to display a zebra pattern (diagonal stripes) in the portion ofthe picture on the screen with

66Using the color barIf you press COLOR BAR, the color bar is displayed on the screen.Use the color bar in the following cases:– At the beginning of t

67Advanced Recording OperationsAUTO LOCK selectorSet the selector as shown below to maintain or release the settings of the functions.Manually adjuste

68(1) Set the AUTO LOCK selector to the center (auto lock release) position whilethe POWER switch is set to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK(DCR-TRV950only).

69Advanced Recording OperationsShooting with manual adjustmentNotes•Because your camcorder is set to focus only on subjects in the middle to far dista

Getting Started7Table of contents“Memory Stick” OperationsUsing a “Memory Stick”– Introduction ... 126Recording still imag

70Adjusting the shutter speedYou can adjust the shutter speed manually to suit your preference and with its shutterspeed fixed.(1) Set the AUTO LOCK s

71Advanced Recording OperationsShooting with manual adjustmentWhen the shutter speed is fastWhen shooting a bright subject, vertical lines may appear

72Shooting with manual adjustmentAdjusting the white balanceWhite balance adjustment makes white subjects look white and allows more naturalcolor bala

73Advanced Recording OperationsIf you have selected in step 3When you set the white balance to one-push white balance mode, the setting is lockedand

74Adjusting the exposureYou can manually adjust and set the exposure. Adjust the exposure manually in thefollowing cases:– When you need a fine adjust

75Advanced Recording OperationsShooting with manual adjustmentUsing the spot light-metering – Flexible Spot MeterYou can take a picture with the appro

76You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases.Normally, focus is automatically adjusted.•The autofocus is not e

77Advanced Recording OperationsTo focus preciselyIt is easier to focus on subjects if you adjust the zoom to shoot at the “W” (wide-angle)after focusi

78You can take a picture with the appropriate focus automatically for just the point youwant to focus on and with its focus fixed.(1) Set FOCUS to MAN

79Advanced Recording OperationsYou can adjust the recording sound level. Use headphones to monitor the sound whenyou adjust it.(1) Set MIC LEVEL in

Quick Start Guide8Inserting a cassette (p. 23)Connecting the power cord (p. 19)Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 15).1 Slide

80Notes on the manual adjustment•The recording level setting is retained for about five minutes even after removing thepower supply.•The recording lev

81Advanced Recording OperationsExample[a]REC TIME[b]Waiting time[c] INTERVALYou can make a time-lapse recording by setting the camcorder to automatica

82Interval recording54MENUPOWEROFF(CHG)CAMERAMEMORY/NETWORKVCR INTERVALSTBY(4) Press MENU to erase the menu display. The INTERVAL indicator flashes.(5

83Advanced Recording OperationsYou can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect using frame recording.To create this effect, alternately mo

84During playback, you can process a scene using the following picture effect:NEG. ART, SEPIA, B&W and SOLARIZE.(1) In the playback or playback pa

85Advanced Playback Operations12,3FNDIGEFFTOKOFFSTILL FLASHLUMI. TRAILDIG EFFTDuring playback, you can process a scene using the following digital eff

86You can enlarge playback images recorded on tapes. Besides the operation describedhere, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on the “Mem

87Advanced Playback OperationsEnlarging images recorded on tapes – Tape PB ZOOMNotes•You cannot process externally input scenes using the PB ZOOM.•You

88Your camcorder goes forward or backward to automatically stop at a desired scenehaving a tape counter value of “0:00:00”. Use the Remote Commander f

89Advanced Playback OperationsIf you use a cassette with cassette memory, you can search for the boundaries of arecorded tape by title. Use the Remote

Quick Start Guide9REWPLAYPOWEROFF(CHG)CAMERAMEMORY/NETWORKVCRPOWEROFF(CHG)CAMERAMEMORY/NETWORKVCRPOWEROFF(CHG)CAMERAMEMORY/NETWORKVCRRecording a pictu

90You can automatically search for the point where the recording date changes and startplayback from that point (date search). Use a cassette with cas

91Advanced Playback OperationsSearching a recording by date – DATE SEARCHNoteIf one day’s recording is less than two minutes, your camcorder may not a

92You 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

93Advanced Playback OperationsSearching for a photo – PHOTO SEARCH/PHOTO SCANSearching for a photo without using cassette memory(1) Set the POWER swit

94Scanning photos(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.(2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until thePHOTO SCAN indicator appears. The i

95EditingUsing the A/V connecting cableYou can dub or edit on the VCR connected to your camcorder using your camcorder asa player.Connect your camcord

96You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems: 8 mm, Hi8, VHS, S-VHS, VHSC, S-VHSC, Betamax, ED Betamax, mini DV, DV, Di

97EditingUsing the i.LINK cableSimply connect the i.LINK cable (optional) to the DV Interface on your camcorder andto DV IN on the DV products. With

98You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto a tape without operatingthe VCR.Scenes can be selected by frame. You can set up to 20

99EditingDubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)MENU3475OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT RETURNRE