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Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item Mode Meaning CAMERA SET D ZOOM z OFF 20 120 PHOTO REC z MEMORY 16:9WIDE STEADYSHOT FRAME REC INT. REC TAPE z OFF ON z ON OFF z OFF ON ON z OFF SET HOLOGRAM F z AUTO OFF To deactivate the digital zoom. Up to 10 zoom is performed. To activate the digital zoom. More than 10 to 20 zoom is performed digitally (p. 31) To activate the digital zoom. More than 10 to 120 zoom is performed digitally To record still images on Memory Sticks when you press PHOTO in the tape recording or tape recording standby (p. 47) To record still images on tape when you press PHOTO in the tape recording or tape recording standby (p. 52) To record a 16:9 wide picture (p. 55) To compensate for camera-shake To cancel the SteadyShot. Natural pictures are produced when shooting a stationary object with a tripod. To deactivate Frame recording To activate Frame recording (p. 74) To activate interval recording (p. 72) To deactivate interval recording To set the INTERVAL and REC TIME for interval recording The HOLOGRAM AF emits when focusing on subjects is difficult in dark places (p. 132) The HOLOGRAM AF does not emit. POWER switch CAMERA CAMERA CAMERA CAMERA CAMERA CAMERA MEMORY/
NETWORK C u s t o m i z i n g Y o u r C a m c o r d e r Notes on the SteadyShot The SteadyShot will not correct excessive camera-shake. Attachment of a conversion lens (optional) may influence the SteadyShot. If you cancel the SteadyShot The SteadyShot off indicator compensation for camera-shake. appears. Your camcorder prevents excessive
(continued on the following page) 201 Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item VCR SET Mode Meaning HiFi SOUND z STEREO 1 2 AUDIO MIX A/VtDV OUT z OFF ON To play back a stereo tape or dual sound track tape with main and sub sound (p. 221) To play back a stereo tape with the left sound or a dual sound tape with main sound 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. 109) ST1 ST2 To output digital images and sound in analog format using your camcorder To output analog images and sound in digital format using your camcorder (p. 196) LCD/VF SET LCD B.L. z BRT NORMAL BRIGHT To set the brightness on the LCD screen to normal To brighten the LCD screen LCD COLOR To adjust the color on the LCD screen, turn the SEL/PUSH EXE dial. VF B.L. z BRT NORMAL BRIGHT To get low-
intensity To get high-
intensity To set the brightness on the viewfinder screen to normal To brighten the viewfinder screen POWER switch VCR VCR VCR VCR CAMERA MEMORY/
NETWORK VCR CAMERA MEMORY/
NETWORK VCR CAMERA MEMORY/
NETWORK Notes on LCD B.L. and VF B.L. When you select BRIGHT, battery life is reduced by about 10 percent during When you use power supplies other than the battery pack, BRIGHT is automatically recording. selected. Even if you adjust LCD B.L., LCD COLOR and/or VF B.L. The recorded picture will not be affected. 202 Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item Mode Meaning MEMORY SET STILL SET BURST z OFF NORMAL HIGH SPEED EXP BRKTG MULTI SCRN QUALITY z SUPER FINE FINE STANDARD IMAGESIZE z 1360 1020 640 480 MOVIE SET IMAGESIZE z 320 240 160 112 REMAIN z AUTO To not record continuously. To record from three to nine images continuously (p. 128) To record up to 16 images continuously fast To record three images continuously with different exposure To record nine images continuously, display the images on a single page divided into nine boxes To record still images in the finest image quality mode (p. 122) To record still images in the fine image quality mode To record still images in the standard image quality mode To record still images at 1360 1020 size
(p. 124) To record still images at 640 480 size To record moving pictures at 320 240 size
(p. 124). To record moving pictures at 160 112 size. To display the remaining capacity of the Memory Stick in the following cases:
For five seconds after setting the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-
TRV50 only) or VCR For five seconds after setting the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-
TRV50 only) or VCR and inserting a Memory Stick When the remaining capacity of the Memory Stick is less than two minutes after setting the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK
(DCR-TRV50 only) For five seconds from the start of moving For five seconds after completing a moving picture recording picture recording POWER switch MEMORY/
NETWORK VCR MEMORY/
NETWORK MEMORY/
NETWORK VCR MEMORY/
NETWORK VCR MEMORY/
NETWORK C u s t o m i z i n g Y o u r C a m c o r d e r ON To always display the remaining capacity of the Memory Stick
(continued on the following page) 203 Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item Mode Meaning MEMORY SET PHOTO SAVE FILE NO. z SERIES RESET DELETE ALL FORMAT z RETURN OK To copy still images on tape onto Memory Stick (p. 154). To assign numbers to file in sequence even if the Memory Stick is changed To reset the file numbering each time the Memory Stick is changed To delete all unprotected images (p. 170) To cancel formatting To format an inserted Memory Stick Formatting erases all information on the Memory Stick Check the contents of the Memory Stick before formatting. 1. Select FORMAT. 2. Select OK with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial. 3. After EXECUTE appears, press SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. FORMATTING flashes during formatting. COMPLETE appears when formatting is finished. POWER switch VCR VCR MEMORY/
NETWORK MEMORY/
NETWORK MEMORY/
NETWORK Notes on formatting Do not do any of the following while FORMATTING is displayed:
Switch the POWER switch Operate buttons Eject the Memory Stick The supplied or optional Memory Stick has been formatted at factory. Formatting Memory Sticks on your camcorder is not required. You cannot format the Memory Stick if the write-protect tab on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK. Format the Memory Stick when Formatting erases protected image data on the Memory Stick. FORMAT ERROR is displayed. 204 Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item Mode Meaning PRINT SET DATE/TIME z OFF DATE DAY&TIME CM SET TITLE TITLEERASE TITLE DSPL CM SEARCH TAPE TITLE z ON OFF z ON OFF To make prints without the recording date and time To make prints with the recording date (p. 172) To make prints with the recording date and time To superimpose a title or make your own title
(p. 110, 113) To erase the title you have superimposed
(p. 112) To display the title you have superimposed To not display the title To search using cassette memory (p. 80, 81, 83) To search without using cassette memory To label a cassette (p. 115) ERASE ALL To erase all the data in cassette memory (p. 116) POWER switch MEMORY/
NETWORK VCR CAMERA VCR CAMERA VCR VCR VCR CAMERA VCR CAMERA Note on PRINT SET DATE/TIME is displayed only when an external printer (optional) is connected to the intelligent accessory shoe.
(continued on the following page) C u s t o m i z i n g Y o u r C a m c o r d e r 205 Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item Mode Meaning TAPE SET REC MODE AUDIO MODE z SP LP z 12BIT 16BIT qREMAIN z AUTO To record in the SP (Standard Play) mode To increase the recording time to 1.5 times the SP mode To record in the 12-bit mode (two stereo sounds) To record in the 16-bit mode (one stereo sound with high quality) To display the remaining tape bar:
For about eight seconds after a cassette is inserted and your camcorder calculates the remaining amount of tape For about eight seconds after N or DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL is pressed ON To always display the remaining tape indicator POWER switch VCR CAMERA VCR CAMERA VCR CAMERA Notes on the LP mode When you record a tape in the LP mode on your camcorder, we recommend playing the tape on your camcorder. When you play back the tape on other camcorders or VCRs, noise may occur in pictures or sound. When you record in the LP mode, we recommend using a Sony Excellence/Master cassette so that you can get the most out of your camcorder. You cannot dub audio on a tape recorded in the LP mode. Use the SP mode for the tape to be audio dubbed. When you record in the SP and LP modes on one tape or you record some scenes in the LP mode, the playback picture may be distorted or the time code may not be written properly between scenes. Notes on AUDIO MODE You cannot dub audio on a tape recorded in the 16-bit mode. When playing back a tape recorded in the 16-bit mode, you cannot adjust the balance in AUDIO MIX. 206 Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item Mode Meaning SETUP MENU CLOCK SET To set the date or time (p. 20). USB STREAM z OFF ON USBCONNECT z NORMAL PTP To deactivate the USB streaming To activate the USB streaming To connect and recognize the Memory Stick drive. To connect and only copy a Memory Stick image from your camcorder to a computer (only with Windows XP or Mac OS X) 1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select USBCONNECT followed by PTP, then press the dial to set. 2 Insert the Memory Stick in the camcorder, and connect the camcorder to the computer using a USB cable. Copy Wizard will automatically start up. POWER switch CAMERA MEMORY/
NETWORK VCR CAMERA MEMORY/
NETWORK LTR SIZE z NORMAL 2 To display selected menu items in normal size To display selected menu items at twice the normal size LANGUAGE z ENGLISH FRANAIS ESPAOL PORTUGUS DEMO MODE z ON OFF To display the following information indicators in English: min, REC, STBY and START. To display the information indicators in French. To display the information indicators in Spanish. To display the information indicators in Portuguese. To display the information indicators in Chinese. To display the information indicators in Korean. To make the demonstration appear To cancel the demonstration VCR CAMERA MEMORY/
NETWORK VCR CAMERA MEMORY/
NETWORK C u s t o m i z i n g Y o u r C a m c o r d e r CAMERA Notes on DEMO MODE You cannot select DEMO MODE when a cassette or a Memory Stick is inserted in your camcorder. When NIGHTSHOT is set to ON, the NIGHTSHOT indicator appears on the screen and you cannot select DEMO MODE in the menu settings. The DEMO MODE default setting is STBY (Standby) and the demonstration starts about 10 minutes after you have set the POWER switch to CAMERA without a cassette and a Memory Stick inserted. To cancel the demonstration, insert a cassette or a Memory Stick, set the POWER switch to other than CAMERA, or set DEMO MODE to OFF. To set to STBY (Standby) again, leave the DEMO MODE at ON in the menu settings, turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), and return the POWER switch to CAMERA.
(continued on the following page) 207 Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item OTHERS Mode Meaning DATA CODE*1 z DATE/CAM DATE AREA SET To display date, time and various settings during playback when pressing DATA CODE on the Remote Commander (p. 42) To display date and time during playback when pressing DATA CODE on the Remote Commander Temporarily change the area where you are using your camcorder DST SET*2 z OFF ON Not during daylight saving time During daylight saving time BEEP z MELODY COMMANDER NORMAL OFF z ON OFF To output the melody when you start/stop recording or when an unusual condition occurs on your camcorder To output the beep instead of the melody To cancel all sound including shutter sound To activate the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder To deactivate the Remote Commander to avoid erroneous remote control operation caused by other VCRs remote control
*1 When using the Remote Commander.
*2 Instead of DST, SUMMERTIME is displayed on the screen for some models. POWER switch VCR MEMORY/
NETWORK CAMERA MEMORY/
NETWORK CAMERA MEMORY/
NETWORK VCR CAMERA MEMORY/
NETWORK VCR CAMERA MEMORY/
NETWORK 208 Changing the default settings with the menu Icon/item Mode Meaning OTHERS DISPLAY z LCD V-OUT/LCD REC LAMP z ON OFF VIDEO EDIT z RETURN TAPE MEMORY To show the display on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder 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. To make a program and perform video editing
(p. 89) To make program and perform MPEG editing
(p. 151) POWER switch VCR CAMERA MEMORY/
NETWORK CAMERA MEMORY/
NETWORK VCR Note If you press DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL with DISPLAY set to V-OUT/LCD in the menu settings, the picture from a TV or VCR will not appear on the LCD screen even when your camcorder is connected to outputs on the TV or VCR. When recording a close subject When REC LAMP is set to ON, the red camera recording lamp on the front of the camcorder may reflect on the subject if it is close. In this case, we recommend that you set REC LAMP to OFF. In more than five minutes after removing the power supply The WHT BAL, FLASH LVL, HiFi SOUND, AUDIO MIX and COMMANDER settings are returned to their default settings. Other menu settings are held in memory even when the battery is removed. C u s t o m i z i n g Y o u r C a m c o r d e r 209 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. Cause and/or Corrective Actions The POWER switch is not set to CAMERA. c Set it to CAMERA (p. 26). The tape has run out. c Rewind the cassette or insert a new one (p. 23, 44). The write-protect tab is set to expose the red mark. c Use a new cassette or slide the tab (p. 23). The tape is stuck to the drum (moisture condensation). c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least one hour to acclimatize (p. 228). While being operated when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA, your camcorder has been in the standby for more than five minutes. c Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) and then to CAMERA. The battery pack is dead or nearly dead. c Install a charged battery pack. PHOTO REC is set to TAPE in the menu settings. c Set it to MEMORY (p. 201). PHOTO REC is set to MEMORY in the menu settings. c Set it to TAPE (p. 201). The viewfinder lens is not adjusted. c Adjust the viewfinder lens (p. 30). STEADYSHOT is set to OFF in the menu settings. c Set it to ON (p. 201). The setting is the manual focus. c Set FOCUS to the autofocus (p. 69). Shooting conditions are not suitable for autofocus. c Adjust for manual focusing (p. 69). In the recording Symptom START/STOP does not operate. The power goes off. You cannot record still images on a Memory Stick in the tape recording or tape recording standby. You cannot record still images on a tape. The image on the viewfinder screen is not clear. The SteadyShot does not work. The autofocusing does not work. 210 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. A vertical band appears when you shoot a very bright subject. Some tiny white spots appear on the screen. An unknown picture is displayed on the screen. The picture is recorded in incorrect or unnatural colors. The picture appears too bright, and the subject does not appear on the screen. The click of the shutter does not sound. Black bands appear when you record TV or computer screen. An external flash (optional) does not work. 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. Slow shutter, Super NightShot or Color Slow Shutter is activated. This is not a malfunction. If 10 minutes elapse after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or DEMO MODE is set to ON in the menu settings without a cassette and a Memory Stick inserted, your camcorder automatically starts the demonstration. c Insert a cassette or a Memory Stick and the demonstration stops. You can also cancel DEMO MODE (p. 207). NIGHTSHOT is set to ON. c Set it to OFF (p. 34). NIGHTSHOT is set to ON in a bright place. c Set it to OFF (p. 34). The backlight is active. c Set it off (p. 34). BEEP is set to OFF in the menu settings. c Set it to MELODY or NORMAL (p. 208). Set the STEADYSHOT in the menu settings to OFF
(p. 201). The power of the external flash is off or the power supply is not installed. c Turn on the external flash or install the power supply. Two or more external flashes (optional) are attached. c Only one external flash (optional) can be attached.
(continued on the following page) T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g 211 Types of trouble and how to correct trouble In the playback Symptom The tape does not move when a video control button is pressed. The playback button does not work. 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. c Rewind the tape (p. 40). There are horizontal lines on the picture, or the playback picture is not clear or does not appear. No sound or only a low sound is heard when playing back a tape. During displaying the recorded date, date search does not work. The title search does not work. The video heads may be dirty. c Clean the heads using the cleaning cassette (optional)
(p. 229). The stereo tape is played back with HiFi SOUND set to 2 in the menu settings. c Set it to STEREO (p. 202). The volume is turned to minimum. c Turn up the volume (p. 40). AUDIO MIX is set to ST2 in the menu settings. c Adjust AUDIO MIX (p. 202). The cassette has no cassette memory. c Use a cassette with cassette memory (p. 81). CM SEARCH is set to OFF in the menu settings. c Set it to ON (p. 205). The tape has a blank portion between recorded portions
(p. 82). The cassette has no cassette memory. c Use a cassette with cassette memory (p. 80). CM SEARCH is set to OFF in the menu settings. c Set it to ON (p. 205). There is no title in the tape. c Superimpose the titles (p. 110). The tape has a blank portion between recorded portions
(p. 80). The new sound added to the recorded tape is not heard. The title is not displayed. AUDIO MIX is set to the ST1 side in the menu settings. c Adjust AUDIO MIX (p. 109). TITLE DSPL is set to OFF in the menu settings. c Set it to ON (p. 205). 212 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 power goes off although the battery remaining time indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate. 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. Remaining tape indicator is not displayed. Cause and/or Corrective Actions The battery pack is not installed, or is dead or nearly dead. c Install a charged battery pack (p. 15, 16). The AC power adaptor is not connected to a wall outlet. c Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall outlet (p. 19). The cassette was ejected after recording when using a cassette without cassette memory (p. 38). You have not recorded on the new cassette yet (p. 39). The tape has a blank portion at the beginning or midway
(p. 38). The operating temperature is too low. The battery pack is not fully charged. c Charge the battery pack fully again (p. 16). The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged. c Replace with a new battery pack (p. 15). You have used the battery pack in an extremely hot or cold environment for a long time. The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged. c Replace with a new battery pack (p. 15). The battery is not fully charged. c Install a charged battery pack (p. 15, 16). A deviation has occurred in the remaining battery time. c Charge the battery pack fully again so that the indication on the battery remaining indicator is correct (p. 16). A deviation has occurred in the remaining battery time. c Charge the battery pack fully again so that the indication on the battery remaining battery time indicator is correct
(p. 16). The power supply is disconnected. c Connect it firmly (p. 15, 19). The battery is dead. c Use a charged battery pack (p. 15, 16). Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least one hour to acclimatize (p. 228). The gold-plated connector of the cassette is dirty or dusty. c Clean the gold-plated connector (p. 222). The q REMAIN is set to AUTO in the menu settings. c Set it to ON to always display the remaining tape indicator (p. 206).
(continued on the following page) T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g 213 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. 214 Cause and/or Corrective Actions The POWER switch is not set to MEMORY/NETWORK
(DCR-TRV50 only). c Set it to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only)
(p. 126). The Memory Stick is not inserted. c Insert a Memory Stick (p. 119). The Memory Stick has already been full. c Delete unnecessary images and record again (p. 168). The Memory Stick formatted incorrectly is inserted. c Format the Memory Stick or use another Memory Stick (p. 119, 204). The write-protect tab on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK. c Release the lock (p. 117). The image is protected. c Cancel image protection (p. 167). The write-protect tab on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK. c Release the lock (p. 117). The write-protect tab on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK. c Release the lock (p. 117). The write-protect tab on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK. c Release the lock (p. 117). The write-protect tab on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK. c Release the lock (p. 117). c Press INDEX to display the INDEX screen and protect INDEX screen is not displayed. the image (p. 167). The write-protect tab on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK. c Release the lock (p. 117). c The print marks cannot be written to the single screen INDEX screen is not displayed.
(p. 171). again (p. 168). The Memory Stick is full. c Delete unnecessary print marks and write a print mark You are trying to write a print mark on a moving picture. c Print marks cannot be written on a moving picture. The write-protect tab on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK. c Release the lock (p. 117). You may not be able to play back images in actual size when you try to play back images recorded by other equipment. This is not a malfunction. Your camcorder cannot play back some images processed with a computer (The file name will blink). If you record images with any other equipment, the images may not play back normally on your camcorder. Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Others Symptom The title is not recorded. The cassette label is not recorded. Digital program editing to a tape does not function. Digital program editing to a Memory Stick does not function. The Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder does not work. 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). The cassette has no cassette memory. c Use a cassette with cassette memory (p. 115). The cassette memory is full. c Erase unwanted data (p. 112). The cassette is set to prevent accidental erasure. c Slide the write-protect tab so that red mark is not visible
(p. 23). The input selector on the VCR is not set correctly. c Check the connection and set the input selector on the VCR again (p. 89) The camcorder is connected to DV equipment of other than Sony using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable). c Set it to IR (p. 94). You have attempted to set a program on a blank portion of the tape. c Set the program again on a recorded portion (p. 97). The camcorder and the VCR are not synchronized. c Adjust the synchronization (p. 95). The IR SETUP code is incorrect. c Set the correct code (p. 91). T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g Setting program on a blank portion of the tape is attempted. c Set the program again on a recorded portion (p. 151). COMMANDER is set to OFF in the menu settings. c Set it to ON (p. 208). Something is blocking the infrared rays. c Remove the obstacle. The batteries are inserted with + and incorrectly matching + and inside the battery compartment. c Insert the batteries correctly (p. 243). The batteries are dead. c Insert new ones (p. 243). The picture from a TV or VCR does not appear even when your camcorder is connected to output on the TV or VCR. DISPLAY is set to V-OUT/LCD in the menu settings. c Set it to LCD (p. 209).
(continued on the following page) 215 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. The indicators appear mirror-
reversed in the viewfinder or on the TV screen. Image data cannot be transferred by the USB connection. Cause and/or Corrective Actions Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least one hour to acclimatize (p. 228). Some troubles have occurred in your camcorder. c Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate your camcorder. The POWER switch is not set to OFF (CHG). c Set it to OFF (CHG) (p. 16). The battery pack is not properly installed. c Install it properly (p. 15). Something is wrong with the battery pack. c Please contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Disconnect the power cord of the AC power adaptor or remove the battery, then reconnect it in about one minute. Turn the power on. If the functions still do not work, press the RESET button using a sharp-pointed object (If you press the RESET button, all the settings including the date and time return to their defaults.) (p. 15, 19, 240). This is because some functions use a linear mechanism. Your camcorder is not malfunctioning. The DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL button is pressed. c Press the LCD screen lightly. c Press the DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL button on your camcorder or the DISPLAY button on the Remote Commander (p. 42). Adjust the screen (CALIBRATION) (p. 230). The mirror mode is activated. This is not a malfunction. The USB cable was connected before installation of the USB driver was completed. c Uninstall the incorrect USB driver and re-install the USB driver (p. 179, 182). USBCONNECT is set to PTP in the menu settings when the POWER switch is set to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-
TRV50 only). c Set it to NORMAL (p. 207). The cassette cannot be removed even if the cassette lid is open. Moisture has started to condense in your camcorder
(p. 228). 216 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. E:ss:ss Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Five-digit display C:04:ss Cause and/or Corrective Actions You are using a battery pack that is not an InfoLITHIUM battery pack. c Use an InfoLITHIUM battery pack (p. 18, 223). C:21:ss C:22:ss C:31:ss C:32:ss E:20:ss E:61:ss E:62:ss E:91:ss Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least one hour to acclimatize (p. 228). The video heads are dirty. c Clean the heads using the cleaning cassette (optional)
(p. 229). A malfunction other than the above that you can service has occurred. c Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate your camcorder. c Disconnect the power cord of the AC power adaptor or remove the battery pack. After reconnecting the power supply, operate your camcorder. A malfunction that you cannot service has occurred. c Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and inform them of the 5-digit code
(example: E:61:10). If you are unable to rectify the problem even if you try corrective actions a few times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g 217 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 (
Warning indicators
) for more information. 1000001 C:21:00 100-0001 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. Depending on the operating conditions, environment and battery condition, the E indicator may flash even if there are approximately five to 10 minutes remaining. Fast flashing:
The battery is dead (p. 16).
% Moisture condensation has occurred*
Fast flashing:
Eject the cassette, turn off your camcorder, and leave it for about one hour with the cassette compartment open (p. 228). Warning indicator as to cassette memory*
Slow flashing:
No cassette with cassette memory is inserted
(p. 220). Warning indicator as to Memory Stick*
Slow flashing:
No Memory Stick is inserted. Fast flashing:
The Memory Stick is not readable on your camcorder (p. 117). The image cannot be recorded on Memory Stick. Warning indicator as to Memory Stick formatting*
Fast flashing:
Memory Stick is not formatted correctly
(p. 204). The Memory Stick data is corrupted
(p. 117). Q Warning indicator as to tape Slow flashing:
The tape is near the end. No cassette is inserted.*
The write-protect tab on the cassette is exposed (red) (p. 23).*
Fast flashing:
The cassette has run out of tape.*
Z You need to eject the cassette*
Slow flashing:
The write-protect tab on the cassette is exposed (red) (p. 23). Fast flashing:
Moisture condensation has occurred (p. 228). The cassette has run out of tape. The self-diagnosis display function is activated (p. 217).
- The image is protected*
Slow flashing:
The image is protected (p. 167). Warning indicator as to the flash Slow flashing:
During charging Fast flashing:
The self-diagnosis display function is activated (p. 217).*
There is something wrong with the built-in flash or the external flash (optional). 218
* You hear the melody or beep. Warning indicator as to recording of still image Slow image:
The still image cannot be recorded on a tape or a Memory Stick (p. 47, 52). Warning indicators and messages Warning messages CLOCK SET FOR InfoLITHIUM BATTERY ONLY Set the date and time (p. 20). Use an InfoLITHIUM battery pack (p. 18). CLEANING CASSETTE** The video heads are dirty (p. 229). FULL 16BIT REC MODE TAPE i.LINK CABLE FULL
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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 cassette memory is full.*
AUDIO MODE is set to 16BIT (p. 206).* You cannot dub new audio. REC MODE is set to LP (p. 206).* You cannot dub new audio. There is no recorded portion on the tape.* You cannot dub new audio. The i.LINK cable is connected (p. 109).* You cannot dub new audio. The Memory Stick is full (p. 129).*
The write-protect tab on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK (p. 117).*
No still image is recorded on the Memory Stick
(p. 157).*
No Memory Stick is inserted.*
You are trying to record an image with sound that cannot be recorded by your camcorder on Memory Stick (p. 148).*
The Memory Stick data is corrupted (p. 119).*
The Memory Stick is not recognized. Check the format (p. 204).*
There are more than two of the same directories
(p. 157).*
The image cannot be played back. Reinsert the Memory Stick, then play back the image again. Check the input signal before retrying recording
(p. 138, 150).*
The tape contains copyright control signals for copyright protection of software (p. 221).*
The tape has reached its end.*
Insert a cassette.*
You selected MARKED in 9PIC PRINT on the touch panel using a Memory Stick containing no image with a print mark. (p. 173)*
You selected MULTI in 9PIC PRINT on the touch panel using a Memory Stick containing no still image. (p. 173)*
You have pressed PHOTO during deleting all images on Memory Stick.*
You have pressed PHOTO during formatting a Memory Stick.*
Charging an external flash (optional) does not work correctly.*
T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g
* You hear the melody or beep.
**The x indicator and another on the screen. CLEANING CASSETTE message appear one after 219 Additional Information Usable cassettes Selecting cassette types You can use Digital8, ED Betamax, mini DV cassettes only*. You cannot use any other S-VHSC, 8 mm, Betamax, Hi8, VHS, DV or VHSC, S-VHS, MICRO MV cassette.
* There are two types of mini DV cassettes: with cassette memory and without cassette memory. Cassettes with cassette memory have the We recommend that you use cassette with cassette memory.
(Cassette Memory) mark. IC memory is mounted on this type of cassette. Your camcorder can read and write data such as dates of recording or titles, etc. to this memory. The functions using the cassette memory require successive signals recorded on the tape. If the tape has a blank portion at the beginning or between recorded portions, titles may not be displayed properly or the search functions may not work properly. Perform the following to prevent a blank portion from being made on the tape. Press END SEARCH to go to the end of the recorded portion before you begin the next recording if you operate the following:
You have ejected the cassette while recording. You have played back the tape. You have used the edit search. If there is a blank portion or discontinuous signal on your tape, re-record from the beginning to the end of the tape as described above. The same result may occur when you record using a digital video camera recorder without a cassette memory on a tape recorded by one with the cassette memory. mark on the cassette The memory capacity of cassettes marked with is 4Kbit. Your camcorder can accommodate tapes having a memory capacity of up to 16Kbit. 16Kbit cassettes are marked with
. This is the mini DV mark. This is the Cassette Memory mark. These are trademarks. 220 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. Your camcorder does not record copyright control signals on the tape when it records. 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: New audio cannot be recorded but the original sound can be recorded in high quality. Moreover, your camcorder can also play back sound recorded in 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz. When playing back a tape recorded in the 16-bit mode, the 16BIT indicator appears on screen. When you play back a dual sound track tape When you play back a dual sound track tape recorded in a stereo system, set HiFi SOUND to the desired mode in the menu settings (p. 202). Sound from speaker HiFi SOUND mode Playing back a stereo tape STEREO Stereo 1 2 Left sound Right sound Playing back a dual sound track tape Main sound and sub sound Main sound Sub sound You cannot record dual sound programs on your camcorder. A d d i t i o n a l I n f o r m a t i o n 221 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. Cleaning the gold-plated connector If the gold-plated connector on the cassette is dirty or dusty, the remaining tape indicator is sometimes not displayed correctly, and you may not be able to operate functions using cassette memory. Clean the gold-plated connector with a cotton-wool swab, about every 10 times that the cassette is ejected. [b]
Do not affix a label along this border.
[a]
[b]
222 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. With an AC adaptor/charger (optional), the remaining battery time and charging time are displayed. Charging the battery pack Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your camcorder. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10C to 30C (50F to 86F) until FULL appears in the display window, indicating that the battery pack is fully charged. If you charge the battery outside of this temperature range, you may not be able to efficiently charge the battery pack. After charging is completed, either disconnect the cable from the DC IN jack on your camcorder or remove the battery pack. Effective use of the battery pack Battery pack performance decreases in low-temperature surroundings. So, the time that the battery pack can be used becomes shorter. We recommend the following to ensure longer battery pack use:
Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it up, and insert it in your camcorder immediately before you start taking shots. Use the large-capacity battery pack (NP-FM70/QM71/FM90/FM91/QM91, optional). Frequently using the LCD panel or frequently operating playback, fast forward or rewind wears out the battery pack faster. We recommend using the large-capacity battery pack (NP-FM70/QM71/FM90/FM91/QM91, optional). Be sure to turn off the power switch when not taking shots or playing back on your camcorder. The battery pack is also consumed when your camcorder is in the standby or playback pause. Have spare battery packs handy for two or three times the expected recording time, and make trial recordings before taking the actual recording. Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water-resistant. 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, fully charge the battery pack again so that the indication on the remaining battery time indicator is correct. Note, however, that the correct battery indication sometimes will not be restored if it is used in high temperatures for a long time or left in a fully charged state, or the battery pack is frequently used. Regard the remaining battery time indication as the approximate recording time. The E mark indicating that there is little remaining battery time sometimes flashes depending on the operating conditions or ambient temperature and environment even if the remaining battery time is about five to 10 minutes.
(Continued on the following page) A d d i t i o n a l I n f o r m a t i o n 223 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. Battery life The battery life is limited. Battery capacity drops little by little as you use it more and more, and as time passes. When the available battery time is shortened considerably, a probable cause is that the battery pack has reached the end of its life. Buy a new battery pack. The battery life varies according to how it is stored and operating conditions and environment for each battery pack. 224 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. Possible applications are operations and data transactions with various digital AV equipment. When two or more i.LINK-compatible equipment are connected to this unit in a daisy chain, operations and data transactions are possible with not only the equipment that this unit is connected to but also with other devices via the directly connected equipment. Note, however, that the method of operation sometimes varies according to the characteristics and specifications of the equipment to be connected, and that operations and data transactions are sometimes not possible on some connected equipment. Note Normally, only one piece of equipment can be connected to this unit by the i.LINK cable (DV cable). When connecting this unit to i.LINK-compatible equipment having two or more i.LINK jacks (DV jacks), refer to the operating instructions of the equipment to be connected. About the name i.LINK i.LINK is a more familiar term for IEEE 1394 data transport bus proposed by SONY, and is a trademark approved by many corporations. IEEE 1394 is an international standard standardized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers. i.LINK baud rate i.LINKs maximum baud rate varies according to the equipment. Three maximum baud rates are defined:
S100 (approx. 100Mbps*) S200 (approx. 200Mbps) S400 (approx. 400Mbps) The baud rate is listed under Specifications in the operating instructions of each equipment. It is also indicated near the i.LINK jack on some equipment. The maximum baud rate of equipment on which it is not indicated such as this unit is S100. When units are connected to equipment having a different maximum baud rate, the baud rate sometimes differs from the indicated baud rate.
*What is Mbps?
Mbps stands for megabits per second, or the amount of data that can be sent or received in one second. For example, a baud rate of 100Mbps means that 100 megabits of data can be sent in one second. A d d i t i o n a l I n f o r m a t i o n 225 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. For details on precautions when connecting this unit, also refer to the operating instructions of the equipment to be connected. Required i.LINK cable Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to-4-pin cable (during DV dubbing). i.LINK and are trademarks. 226 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]. AC-L10A/L10B/L10C
[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. The following shows TV color systems used overseas. NTSC system Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the U.S.A., Venezuela, etc. PAL system Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, United Kingdom etc. PAL-M system Brazil PAL-N system Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay SECAM system Bulgaria, France, Guiana, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine, etc. A d d i t i o n a l I n f o r m a t i o n 227 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. If moisture condenses on the lens, the indicator will not appear. If moisture condensation has occurred None of the functions except cassette ejection will work. Eject the cassette, turn off your camcorder, and leave it for about one hour with the cassette lid open. Your camcorder can be used again if the % indicator does not appear when the power is turned on again. If moisture starts to condense, your camcorder sometimes cannot detect condensation. If this happens, the cassette is sometimes not ejected for 10 seconds after the cassette lid is opened. This is not a malfunction. Do not close the cassette lid until the cassette is ejected. Note on moisture condensation Moisture may condense when you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place (or vice versa) or when you use your camcorder in a hot place as follows:
You bring your camcorder from a ski slope into a place warmed up by heating device. You bring your camcorder from an air-conditioned car or room into a hot place outside. You use your camcorder after a squall or a shower. You use your camcorder in a high temperature and humid place. How to prevent moisture condensation When you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place, put your camcorder in a plastic bag and tightly seal it. Remove the bag when the air temperature inside the plastic bag has reached the surrounding temperature (after about one hour). 228 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 or the x indicator flashes on the screen during recording. CLEANING CASSETTE message appear one after another, If the above problem [a], [b] or [c] occurs, clean the video heads for 10 seconds with the Sony DVM-12CLD cleaning cassette (optional). Check the picture and if the above problem persists, repeat cleaning.
[a]
[b]
[c]
If the video heads get dirtier, the entire screen becomes blue [c]. Cleaning the LCD screen If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, we recommend using the Cleaning cloth (supplied) to clean the LCD screen. When you use the LCD Cleaning Kit
(optional), do not apply the cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen. Clean the LCD screen with cleaning paper moistened with the liquid. A d d i t i o n a l I n f o r m a t i o n 229 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.
(4) Follow the procedure below using an object such as the corner of a Memory Stick supplied with your camcorder. You can use the supplied stylus for this operation (DCR-TRV50 only). 1 Touch 2 Touch 3 Touch at the upper left corner. at the lower right corner. in the middle of the screen. CALIBRATE CALIBRATE CALIBRATE Note If you do not press the right spot, corner. In this case, start from step 4 again. always returns to the position at the upper left PB INDEX FN 230 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. Even if the built-in rechargeable battery is not charged, it will not affect camcorder operation. To retain the date, time, and other information, charge the battery if the battery is discharged. Charging the built-in rechargeable battery:
Connect your camcorder to house current using the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder, and leave your camcorder with the power switch turned off for more than 24 hours. Or, install a charged battery pack in your camcorder, and leave your camcorder with the POWER switch set to OFF (CHG) for more than 24 hours. Precautions Camcorder operation Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC power adaptor). For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in these operating instructions. If any solid object or liquid gets 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. Keep the POWER switch set to OFF (CHG) when you are not using your camcorder. Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for example, and operate it. Doing so might cause heat to build up inside. Keep your camcorder away from strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration. Do not press the LCD screen with sharp objects other than the stylus supplied. (DCR-
If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction. While using your camcorder, the back of the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a TRV50 only) malfunction. On handling tapes Do not insert anything into the small holes on the rear of the cassette. These holes are used to sense the type and thickness of the tape and if the recording tab is in or out. Do not open the cassette protect cover or touch the tape. Avoid touching or damaging the terminals. To remove dust, clean the terminals with a soft cloth. A d d i t i o n a l I n f o r m a t i o n 231 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. Do not use any type of solvent which may damage the finish. Do not let sand get into your camcorder. When you use your camcorder on a sandy beach or in a dusty place, protect it from the sand or dust. Sand or dust may cause your camcorder to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired. AC power adaptor Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when you are not using it 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 electric shock. Prevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the connecting section. If this happens, a short may occur and the unit may be damaged. Always keep metal contacts clean. Do not disassemble the unit. Do not apply mechanical shock or drop the unit. While the unit is in use, particularly during charging, keep it away from AM receivers and video equipment. AM receivers and video equipment disturb AM reception and video operation. The unit becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction. Do not place the unit in locations that are:
Extremely hot or cold Dusty or dirty Very humid Vibrating About care and storage of the lens Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instances:
When there are fingerprints on the lens surface In hot or humid locations When the lens is used in environments such as the seaside Store the lens in a well-ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust. To prevent mold from growing, periodically perform the above. We recommend turning on and operating the video camera recorder about once per month to keep the video camera recorder in an optimum state for a long time. 232 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 60C (140F), 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. Do not disassemble nor modify the battery pack. Attach the battery pack to the video equipment securely. Charging while some capacity remains does not affect the original battery capacity. Notes on dry batteries To avoid possible damage from battery leakage or corrosion, observe the following:
Be sure to insert the batteries with the + and correctly matching the + and inside the battery compartment. 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. If batteries are leaking Wipe off the liquid in the battery compartment carefully before replacing the batteries. If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water. If the liquid gets into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a doctor. If any problem occurs, unplug your camcorder and contact your nearest Sony dealer. A d d i t i o n a l I n f o r m a t i o n 233 Wireless communications
(DCR-TRV50 only) Communications system Bluetooth standard Ver.1.1 Max. baud rate1) 2) Approx. 723 kbps Output Bluetooth standard Power Class 2 Communications distance2) Max. wireless distance Approx. 10 m (393 3/4 in.) (When connecting to BTA-NW1) Compatible Bluetooth profile3) Generic Access Profile Dial-up Networking Profile Operating frequency band 2.4 GHz band (2.400 GHz 2.483 5 GHz) 1) Max. baud rate of Bluetooth standard Ver.1.1 2) Varies according to the distance between communicating devices, presence of obstacles, radiowave conditions, and other factors. 3) This is a specification matched to specific usage requirements between Bluetooth compatible devices. It is laid down in the Bluetooth standards. 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: 1.5 hours Fastforward/rewind time
(using cassette DVM60) When using the battery pack:
Approx. 2 min. and 30 seconds When using the AC power adaptor:
Approx. 1 min. and 45 seconds Viewfinder Electric viewfinder (color) Image device 4.5 mm (1/4 type) CCD (Charge Coupled Device) Gross: Approx. 1 550 000 pixels Effective (still):
Approx. 1 390 000 pixels Effective (moving):
Approx. 970 000 pixels Lens Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar Combined power zoom lens Filter diameter: 37 mm
(1 1/2 in) 10 (Optical), 120 (Digital) F = 1.8 ~ 2.2 Focal length 4.2 42 mm (3/16 1 11/16 in.) When converted to a 35 mm still camera In CAMERA:
48 480 mm (1 15/16 19 in.) In MEMORY:
40 400 mm (1 5/8 15 3/4 in.) Color temperature Auto, HOLD (Hold), nIndoor
(3 200 K), Outdoor (5 800 K) Minimum illumination 7 lx (lux) (F 1.8) 0 lx (lux) (in the NightShot mode)*
* Objects unable to be seen due to the dark can be shot with infrared lighting. Input/Output connectors S video input/output 4-pin mini DIN Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms), unbalanced Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 (ohms), unbalanced Audio/Video input/output AV MINI JACK, 1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms), unbalanced, sync negative 327 mV, (at output impedance more than 47 k (kilohms)) Output impedance with less than 2.2 k (kilohms)/Stereo minijack
( 3.5 mm) Input impedance more than 47 k (kilohms) DV input/output 4-pin connector Headphone jack Stereo minijack ( 3.5 mm) LANC jack Stereo mini-minijack ( 2.5 mm) USB jack mini-B MIC jack Minijack, 0.388 mV low impedance with 2.5 to 3.0 V DC, output impedance 6.8 k (kilohms) ( 3.5 mm) Stereo type LCD screen Picture 8.8 cm (3.5 type) 72.2 50.4 mm (2 4/5 2 in.) Total dot number 246 400 (1 120 220) 234 Battery pack Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 8.5 Wh (1 180 mAh) Dimensions (approx.) 38.2 20.5 55.6 mm
(1 9/16 13/16 2 1/4 in.)
(w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 76 g (2.7 oz) Type Lithium ion Memory Stick Memory Flash memory 8MB: MSA-8A Operating voltage 2.7 3.6 V Power consumption Approx. 45 mA in the operating mode Approx. 130 A in the standby mode Dimensions (approx.) 50 2.8 21.5 mm
(2 1/8 7/8 in.) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 4 g (0.14 oz) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 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 0C to 40C (32F to 104F) Storage temperature 20C to + 60C
(4F to + 140F) Dimensions (Approx.) 72 91 168 mm
(2 7/8 3 5/8 6 5/8 in.) (w/h/d) Mass (Approx.) 700 g (1 lb 8 oz) main unit only 800 g (1 lb 12 oz) including the battery pack NP-FM50, cassette DVM60 and lens cap Supplied accessories See page 14. AC power adaptor Power requirements 100 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption 23 W Output voltage DC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.5 A in the operating mode Operating temperature 0C to 40C (32F to 104F) Storage temperature 20C to + 60C
(4F to + 140F) Dimensions (approx.) 125 39 62 mm
(5 1 9/16 2 1/2 in.) (w/h/d) excluding projecting parts Mass (approx.) 280 g (9.8 oz) excluding power cord A d d i t i o n a l I n f o r m a t i o n 235 Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls Camcorder 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 q;
1 Flash (p. 49, 130) 2 Focus ring (p. 69) 3 Lens 4 Camera recording lamp (p. 26) 5 Infrared rays emitter (p. 34, 92) 6 Microphone 7 Remote sensor 8 Viewfinder (p. 30) 9 Display window (p. 16) 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. The lens for your camcorder was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation. It adopts the MTF# measurement system for video camera and offers a quality as the Carl Zeiss lens.
# MTF Stands for Modulation Transfer Function. The value number indicates the amount of light of a subject coming into the lens. 236 Identifying parts and controls qa qs qd qf qg qh qa PHOTO button (p. 47, 52, 126) qs LOCK switch (p. 26) qd DC IN jack cover qf DC IN jack (p. 19) qg START/STOP button (p. 26) qh POWER switch (p. 26) qj qk ql w;
wa qj EDITSEARCH button (p. 38) qk NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 34) ql
(Bluetooth) lamp (DCR-TRV50 only)
(p. 197) w; SUPER NS/COLOR SLOW S button
(p. 34) wa Stylus (DCR-TRV50 only) (p. 198) Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e 237 Identifying parts and controls ws wd wf wg wh wj wk wl e;
ea es ed ef ws Power zoom lever (p. 31, 77, 164) wd BATT release button (p. 15) wf Hooks for shoulder strap wg Memory Stick slot (p. 119) wh (USB) jack (p. 174) wj
(flash) button (p. 49, 130) wk DV IN/OUT jack (p. 88, 102, 138, 150) wl
(LANC) jack (blue) e; Jack cover (p. 46) ea MIC jack (PLUG IN POWER) (red) Connect an external microphone
(optional). This jack also accepts a plug-in-power microphone. es S VIDEO ID-2 jack (p. 46, 86, 137, 149) ed i (headphones) jack (green) When you use headphones, the speaker on your camcorder is silent. ef AUDIO/VIDEO jack (yellow) (p. 46, 86, 137, 149) 238 Identifying parts and controls eg eh ej ek el r;
ra REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE REC eg Intelligent accessory shoe (p. 106) eh LCD/Touch panel screen (p. 24, 29, 120) ej Speaker ek VOLUME buttons (p. 40) el DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL button (p. 42) r; MENU button (p. 199) ra Video control buttons x STOP (stop) m REW (rewind) N PLAY (playback) M FF (fastforward) X PAUSE (pause) z REC (record) Notes on the intelligent accessory shoe The intelligent accessory shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light or microphone. The intelligent accessory shoe is linked to the POWER switch, allowing you to turn the power supplied by the shoe on and off. Refer to the operating instructions of the accessory for further information. The intelligent accessory shoe has a safety device for fixing the installed accessory securely. To connect an accessory, press down and push it to the end, and then tighten the screw. To remove an accessory, loosen the screw, and then press down and pull out the accessory. Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e 239 Identifying parts and controls rs rd rf rg rh rj rk rl t;
ta 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. 67) 240 Identifying parts and controls ts td tf tg th tj tk tl y;
ts Access lamp td Battery pack (p. 15) tf OPEN/EJECT lever (p. 23) tg Cassette compartment th Grip strap tj Holder (DCR-TRV50 only) (p. 198) Fastening the grip strap Fasten the grip strap firmly. tk Lens cap (p. 26) tl Cassette lid (p. 23) y; 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. 21 3 4 Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e 241 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. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 qa qs qd qf 1 PHOTO button (p. 47, 52, 126) 2 DISPLAY button (p. 42) 3 Memory control buttons 4 SEARCH MODE button (p. 80, 81, 83) 5 Video control buttons (p. 44) 6 REC button 7 MARK button (p. 97) 8 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control your camcorder after turning on your camcorder. 9 ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 79) q; START/STOP button (p. 26) qa DATA CODE button (p. 42) qs Power zoom button (p. 31) qd ./> buttons (p. 80, 81, 83) qf AUDIO DUB button (p. 108) 242 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. Commander modes 1, 2 and 3 are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid erroneous remote control operation. If you use another Sony VCR in the commander mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the commander mode or covering the sensor of the VCR with black paper. Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e 243 Identifying parts and controls Operation indicators LCD screen and Viewfinder Display window 1 2 3 4 5 6 120min STBY
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STILL 16:9WIDE NEG. ART 0:12:34 12min ZERO SET MEMORY END SEARCH DV IN 16BIT 1000001 AUTO 60 AWB F1.8 9db 7 8 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. 33) 9 PROGRAM AE (p. 64) 0 Backlight (p. 34) qa SteadyShot off (p. 201) qs Manual focus/Infinity (p. 69) qd Self-timer (p. 37, 51, 134) qf Recording mode (p. 33) qg HOLOGRAM AF (p. 132) qh STBY/REC (p. 33)/Video control mode
(p. 44)/Image size (p. 124)/Image quality (p. 122) qj NIGHTSHOT (p. 34)/SUPER NIGHTSHOT
(p. 35) COLOR SLOW SHUTTER (p. 35) 244 qd qf qg qh qj qk ql w;
wa ws wd wf wg wh wj wl wk B qk Warning (p. 218) ql Tape counter (p. 33)/Time code
(p. 33)/Self-diagnosis (p. 217)/Tape photo (p. 52)/Memory photo (p. 126)/
Image number (p. 157) w; Remaining tape (p. 33)/Memory playback (p. 157) wa ZERO SET MEMORY (p. 79) ws END SEARCH (p. 38) wd A/V t DV (p. 196)/DV IN (p. 103) wf Audio mode (p. 206) wg Data file name (p. 117)/Time (p. 33) wh Flash (p. 49, 130) This indicator appears only when the flash is in use. wj Continuous photo recording (p. 128) wk Remaining battery time indicator (p. 33)/Tape counter (p. 33)/Memory counter (p. 33)/Time code indicator (p. 33)/Self-diagnosis indicator (p. 217) wl FULL charge indicator (p. 16) 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 ....................................... 208 BOUNCE .................................. 57 C, D CALIBRATION ..................... 230 Camera chroma key ............. 139 Cassette memory ............ 12, 220 Charging battery ..................... 16 Charging built-in rechargeable battery ................................. 231 Clock set ................................... 20 Color Slow Shutter ................. 35 Continuous photo recording
.............................................. 128 Data code ................................. 42 Date search .............................. 81 DEMO ..................................... 207 Digital effect ...................... 61, 76 Digital program editing
........................................ 89, 151 DISPLAY .................................. 42 DOT .......................................... 57 Dual sound track tape .......... 221 DV connecting cable
................................ 88, 138, 196 E EDITSEARCH ......................... 38 END SEARCH ................... 38, 44 EXP BRKTG ........................... 128 Exposure .................................. 67 F, G, H FADER ..................................... 57 Fade in/out .............................. 57 Flash .................................. 49, 130 FLASH MOTION .................... 61 Flexible Spot Meter ................. 68 FOCUS ...................................... 69 Format ............................ 117, 204 Frame recording ...................... 74 Full charge ............................... 16 Grip strap ............................... 241 i (Headphone) jack ............. 238 Heads ...................................... 229 HiFi SOUND ......................... 202 HIGH SPEED ........................ 128 HOLOGRAM AF .................. 132 I, J, K, L i.LINK ..................................... 225 Image protection ................... 167 Image quality ........................ 122 Image size .............................. 124 Index screen ........................... 158 InfoLITHIUM battery ...... 223 Infrared rays emitter ......... 34, 92 Insert editing ......................... 104 Intelligent accessory shoe .... 239 Interval recording ................... 72 JPEG ........................................ 117 Labeling a cassette ................ 115 LANC jack ............................. 238 LUMINANCE KEY ................ 61 M, N Main sound ............................ 221 Manual focus ........................... 69 Memory chroma key ............ 139 Memory luminance key ....... 139 MEMORY MIX ...................... 139 Memory PB ZOOM .............. 164 Memory photo recording .... 126 Memory Stick .................... 117 Memory Stick recording capacity ............................... 125 Menu settings ........................ 199 Memory overlap ................... 139 M. FADER ................................ 57 Mirror mode ............................ 32 Moisture condensation ........ 228 MONOTONE .......................... 57 MPEG ..................................... 117 MPEG movie recording ....... 144 MULTI SCRN ........................ 128 NETWORK ............................ 197 Nightshot ................................. 34 NTSC system ......................... 227 O, P, Q OLD MOVIE ............................ 61 Operation indicators ............ 244 OVERLAP ................................ 57 Photo save .............................. 154 Photo scan ................................ 85 Photo search ............................ 83 Picture effect ...................... 60, 75 Picture search .......................... 44 Playback pause ........................ 44 Playing time ............................. 18 Power zoom ............................. 31 Print mark .............................. 171 PROGRAM AE ....................... 64 R Recording time ........................ 17 Rec Review .............................. 39 Remaining battery time indicator ................................ 33 Remaining tape indicator ...... 33 Remote Commander ............ 242 Remote sensor ....................... 236 RESET ..................................... 216 S Self-diagnosis display .......... 217 Self-timer recording
.................................. 37, 51, 134 Signal convert function ........ 196 Skip scan .................................. 44 Slide show .............................. 166 Slow playback ......................... 44 SLOW SHUTTER .................... 61 SPOT FOCUS .......................... 71 STEADYSHOT ...................... 201 Stereo tape ............................. 221 STILL ........................................ 61 Sub sound .............................. 221 Super NightShot ..................... 35 S VIDEO jack
.................. 46, 86, 100, 137, 149 Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e T, U, V Tape counter ............................ 33 Tape PB ZOOM ....................... 77 Tape photo recording ............. 52 Telephoto ................................. 31 Time code ................................. 33 Title ................................. 110, 113 Title search ............................... 80 TRAIL ....................................... 61 Transition ................................. 27 TV color systems ................... 227 USB jack ................................. 180 USB streaming ....................... 177 W, X, Y, Z Warning indicators ............... 218 White balance .......................... 54 Wide-angle .............................. 31 Wide mode .............................. 55 WIPE ......................................... 57 Write-protect tab ............. 23, 117 Zero set memory ..................... 79 Zoom ........................................ 31 245 Printed on recycled paper. Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Sony Corporation Printed in Japan
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