Sony Group DCRTRV50 Sony Handycam DCR-TRV50 User Manual DCR TRV40 50

Sony Corporation Sony Handycam DCR-TRV50 DCR TRV40 50

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51Advanced Recording OperationsSelf-timer recordingYou can record still images on “Memory Stick”s with the self-timer. You can also usethe Remote Commander for this operation.Before operation•Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder (p. 119).•Set PHOTO REC in to MEMORY in the menu settings.(The default setting isMEMORY.)(1)In the standby, press FN and select PAGE2.(2)Press SELFTIMER.The (self-timer) indicator appears on the screen.(3)Press PHOTO deeper.The self-timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep. In the last twoseconds of the countdown, the beep gets faster, then the recording startsautomatically.To cancel the self-timerPress SELFTIMER so that the (self-timer) indicator disappears from the screen whileyour camcorder is in the standby. You cannot cancel self-timer using the RemoteCommander.NoteThe self-timer recording is automatically canceled when:–The self-timer recording is finished.–The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR.Self-timer recordingYou can operate the self-timer recording only during the recording standby.Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” during tape recording3PHOTO1FNPHOTO
52You can record still images such as photographs on tapes.You can record about 510 images in the SP mode and about 765 images in the LP modeon a 60-minute tape.(1)In the standby, set PHOTO REC in to TAPE in the menu settings (p. 201).(2)Keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a still image appears.The CAPTURE indicator appears. Recording does not start yet.To change the still image, release PHOTO, select a still image again, and thenpress and hold PHOTO lightly.(3)Press PHOTO deeper.The still image on the screen is recorded for about seven seconds. The soundduring those seven seconds is also recorded.The still image is displayed on the screen until recording is completed.Recording images with the flashFor the details, see page 49.Recording images with self-timer(1)Set PHOTO REC in to TAPE in the menu settings (p. 201).(2)Follow steps 1 and 3 on page 51.Recording still images on a tape– Tape Photo recording2•••••••3CAPTUREPHOTOPHOTO
53Advanced Recording OperationsRecording still images on a tape – Tape Photo recordingNotes•During tape photo recording, you cannot change the mode or setting.•When recording a still image, do not shake your camcorder. The image may fluctuate.•You cannot use PHOTO during the following operations ( indicator flashes onthe screen):–Fader–Digital effectIf you record a moving subject with the tape photo recordingWhen you play back the still image on other equipment, the image may fluctuate.This is not a malfunction.To use the tape photo recording with the Remote CommanderPress PHOTO on the Remote Commander. Your camcorder records an image on thescreen immediately.To use the tape photo recording during the normal camera recordingYou cannot check an image on the screen by pressing PHOTO lightly. Press PHOTOdeeper. The still image is then recorded for about seven seconds, and your camcorderreturns to the standby.To record clear still images with little unsteadinessWe recommend that you record on “Memory Stick”s using the Memory Photorecording.When playing back images recorded with the flash on other equipmentThese images may flicker.
54You can manually adjust and set the white balance. This adjustment makes whitesubjects look white and allows more natural color balance. Normally white balance isautomatically adjusted.(1)Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50only). Press MENU, then select WHT BAL in with the SEL/PUSH EXECdial (p. 200).(2)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired white balance, then pressdial.HOLD :Recording a single-colored subject or background OUTDOOR :•When recording a sunset/sunrise, just after sunset, just before sunrise, neonsigns, or fireworks•Under a color-matching fluorescent lampn INDOOR :•Where lighting condition changes quickly•Excessively bright places such as studios•Under sodium lamps or mercury lampsTo return to the automatic white balanceSet WHT BAL to AUTO in the menu settings.If the picture is being taken in a studio lit by TV lightingWe recommend that you record in the INDOOR.When you record under fluorescent lightingUse the automatic white balance or HOLD.Your camcorder may not adjust the white balance correctly in the INDOOR.In the automatic white balancePoint your camcorder at a white subject for about 10 seconds after setting the POWERswitch to CAMERA to get a better adjustment when:–You detach the battery for replacement.–You take your camcorder outdoors from inside a house holding the exposure, or viceversa.In the HOLD white balanceSet the white balance to AUTO and reset to HOLD after a few seconds when:–You change the PROGRAM AE.–You take your camcorder outdoors from inside a house, or vice versa.1[MENU] : ENDMANUAL SET P EFFECT FLASH LVL WHT BAL N.S. LIGHT AUTO SHTR RETURNAUTOHOLDOUTDOORINDOORSTBYMENUAdjusting the white balance manually
55Advanced Recording OperationsYou can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on a 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE).If you connect a TV compatible with the ID-1/ID-2 system, the screen size isautomatically selected.Black bands appear on the screen during recording in 16:9WIDE mode [a]. The pictureduring playback on a normal TV [b] or on a wide-screen TV [c] is compressed in thelongwise direction. If you set the screen mode of the wide-screen TV to the full mode,you can watch pictures of normal images [d].(1)In the standby, press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select16:9WIDE in , then press the dial (p. 201).(2)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial.To cancel the wide modeSet 16:9WIDE to OFF in the menu settings.Using the wide mode[a][c][b][d]16:9WIDE2ONCAMERA SET D ZOOM PHOTO REC 16:9WIDE STEADYSHOT FRAME REC INT. REC RETURN[MENU] : ENDMENU
56In the wide modeYou cannot select the following functions:–Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” in the tape recording or tape recordingstandby–OLD MOVIE–BOUNCEDuring recordingYou cannot select or cancel the wide mode. When you cancel the wide mode, set yourcamcorder to the standby and then set 16:9WIDE to OFF in the menu settings.Connection for a TVPictures recorded in the 16:9WIDE mode automatically appear on the TV screen at fullsize when:–You connect your camcorder to a TV that is compatible with the video ID (ID-1/ID-2)system.–You connect your camcorder to the S video jack on the TV.ID-1 systemThe ID-1 system sends aspect ratio (screen horizontal/vertical ratio) information (16:9,4:3, or letter box) with video signals.ID-2 systemThe ID-2 system sends a copyright protection signal with ID-1 signals inserted betweenvideo signals when you connect your camcorder to other equipment using an A/Vconnecting cable.Using the wide mode
57Advanced Recording OperationsYou can fade in or out to give your recording a more professional appearance.MONOTONEWhen fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to color.When fading out, the picture gradually changes from color to black-and-white.1) You can use the bounce when D ZOOM is set to OFF in the menu settings.2) Fade in only.Using the faderFADEROVERLAP2)WIPE2)DOT2)[a] RECSTBYRECSTBY[b]M. FADER(mosaic)BOUNCE1) 2)
58(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 the desired fader indicator flashes.The indicator changes as follows:FADER tM. FADER tBOUNCE tMONOTONE(no indicator)TDOT TWIPE TOVERLAPThe last selected fader is indicated first of all.(2)Press START/STOP. The fader indicator stops flashing.After fade in/out ends, your camcorder automatically returns to the normalmode.To cancel the faderBefore pressing START/STOP, press FADER until the indicator disappears.NoteYou cannot use the following functions while using the fader. Also, you cannot use thefader while using the following functions:–Digital effect–Super NightShot–Color Slow Shutter–Tape photo recording–Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” in the tape recording or tape recordingstandby–Recording with the flash–Interval recording–Frame recordingWhen you select OVERLAP, WIPE, or DOTYour camcorder automatically stores the image recorded on a tape. While the image isbeing stored, the indicators flash fast, and the playback picture disappears. At thisstage, the picture may not be recorded clearly, depending on the tape condition.Using the fader1FADERFADERSTART/STOP
59Advanced Recording OperationsWhen you set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only)You cannot use the fader.While using the bounce, you cannot use the following functions:–Focus–Zoom–Picture effect–Exposure–Flexible Spot MeterNote on the bounceThe BOUNCE indicator does not appear in the following mode or functions:–When D ZOOM is activated in the menu settings–Wide mode–Picture effect–PROGRAM AEUsing the fader
60You 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 reversed.SEPIA : The picture appears in sepia.B&W : The picture appears in monochrome (black-and-white).SOLARIZE [b] : The light intensity becomes clearer, to make the picture look more likean illustration.SLIM [c] : The picture expands vertically.STRETCH [d] : The picture expands horizontally.PASTEL [e] : The contrast of the picture is emphasized, to make the picture lookmore like an animated cartoon.MOSAIC [f] : The picture appears mosaic-patterned.(1)Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. Press MENU, then select P EFFECT in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial (p. 200).(2)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired picture effect, then pressthe dial.To cancel the picture effectSet P EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings.The following functions do not work during the picture effect–Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” in the tape recording or tape recordingstandby–OLD MOVIE of digital effect–BounceWhen you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG)Picture effect is automatically canceled.Using special effects – Picture effect[a] [b] [c] [d] [e] [f]1MANUAL SET P EFFECT FLASH LVL WHT BAL N. S. LIGHT AUTO SHTR RETURNOFFNEG. ARTSEPIAB&WSOLARIZESLIMSTRETCHPASTELMOSAIC[MENU] : ENDMENU
61Advanced Recording OperationsUsing special effects – Digital effectYou can add special effects to recorded pictures using the various digital functions.Sound is recorded normally.STILLYou can record a still image so that it is superimposed on a moving picture.FLASH (FLASH MOTION)You can record still images successively at constant intervals.LUMI. (LUMINANCE KEY)You can swap a brighter area in a still image with a moving picture.TRAILYou can record the picture so that an incidental image like a trail is left.SLOW SHTR (SLOW SHUTTER)You can slow down the shutter speed. The slow shutter is good for recording darkpictures more brightly.OLD MOVIEYou can add an old movie type atmosphere to pictures. Your camcorder automaticallysets the wide mode to ON and picture effect to SEPIA, and sets the appropriate shutterspeed.STILLLUMI.Still imageStill imageMoving pictureMoving picture
62Using special effects – Digital effect(1)Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, press FN to display PAGE1.(2)Press DIG EFFT. The screen to select a desired digital effect appears.(3)Press a desired digital effect. In the STILL and LUMI. modes, the still image isstored in memory.(4)Press –/+ to adjust the effect.–: To reduce the effect+: To increase the effectItems to be adjustedSTILL The rate of the still image you want to superimpose on the movingpictureFLASH The interval of frame by frame playbackLUMI. The color scheme of the area in the still image which is to beswapped with a moving pictureTRAIL The vanishing time of the incidental imageSLOW SHTR Shutter speed. The larger the shutter speed number, the slower theshutter speed.OLD MOVIE No adjustment necessary(5)Press OK to return to PAGE1.To return to FNPress EXIT.To cancel the digital effectPress OFF to return to PAGE1.12~4FNLUMI.–+OKOFFDIGEFFTDIG EFFT DIG EFFTSTILLSLOWSHTR OLDMOVIEOFF OKLUMI.FLASH TRAILThe bar appears when setting followingdigital effect : STILL, FLASH, LUMI.,TRAIL.
63Advanced Recording OperationsUsing special effects – Digital effectNotes•The following functions do not work during digital effect:–Fader–Super NightShot–Color Slow Shutter–Tape photo recording–Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” in the tape recording or tape recordingstandby•The PROGRAM AE does not work in the slow shutter.•The following functions do not work in the old movie:–Wide mode–Picture effect–PROGRAM AEWhen you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG)Digital effect is automatically canceled.When recording in the slow shutterAuto focus may not be effective. Focus manually using a tripod.Shutter speedShutter speed number Shutter speedSLOW SHTR 1 1/30SLOW SHTR 2 1/15SLOW SHTR 3 1/8SLOW SHTR 4 1/4
64Using the PROGRAM AEYou can select the PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) to suit your specific shootingrequirements.SpotlightThis mode prevents people’s faces, for example, from appearing excessively whitewhen shooting subjects lit by strong light in the theater.Soft portraitThis mode brings out the subject while creating a soft background for subjects such aspeople or flowers.Sports lessonThis mode minimizes camera-shake on fast-moving subjects such as in tennis or golf.Beach & skiThis mode prevents people’s faces from appearing dark in strong light or reflected light,such as at a beach in midsummer or on a ski slope.Sunset & moonThis mode allows you to maintain atmosphere when you are recording sunsets, generalnight views, fireworks displays and neon signs.LandscapeThis mode is for when you are recording distant subjects such as mountains, andprevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows when youare recording a subject behind glass or a screen.
65Advanced Recording Operations(1)Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50only), press PROGRAM AE. The PROGRAM AE indicator appears.(2)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired PROGRAM AE.The indicator changes as follows: y y y y y To cancel the PROGRAM AEPress PROGRAM AE.Using the PROGRAM AE12PROGRAMAE
66Using the PROGRAM AENotes•Because your camcorder is set to focus only on subjects in the middle to far distance,you cannot take close-ups in the following modes:–Spotlight–Sports lesson–Beach & ski•Your camcorder is set to focus only on distant subjects in the following modes:–Sunset & moon–Landscape•The following functions do not work in the PROGRAM AE:–Color Slow Shutter–Slow Shutter–Old movie–Bounce•When you set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only),Sports lesson does not work. (The indicator flashes.)•The PROGRAM AE does not work in the following cases. (The indicator flashes.)–To set NIGHTSHOT to ON–To record images on a “Memory Stick” using the MEMORY MIX.While WHT BAL is set to AUTO in the menu settingsThe white balance is adjusted even if the PROGRAM AE is selected.You can adjust the following functions while using the PROGRAM AE–Exposure–Flexible Spot MeterIf you are recording under a discharge tube such as a fluorescent lamp, sodiumlamp or mercury lampFlickering or changes in color may occur in the following modes. If this happens, turnthe PROGRAM AE off.–Soft portrait–Sports lesson
67Advanced Recording OperationsYou can manually adjust and set the exposure. Normally the exposure is automaticallyadjusted. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases:–When the subject is backlit–When shooting subjects and dark backgrounds–When recording dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully(1)Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50only), press EXPOSURE.The exposure indicator appears.(2)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the brightness.To return to the automatic exposurePress EXPOSURE.When you adjust the exposure manually, the following functions do not work:– Color Slow Shutter– BacklightYour camcorder automatically returns to the automatic exposure:–If you change the PROGRAM AE.–If you slide NIGHTSHOT to ON.Adjusting the exposure manually2EXPOSURE
68You can take a picture with the appropriate exposure automatically for just the pointyou want to focus on and with its exposure fixed. Use the Flexible Spot Meter in thefollowing cases:–The subject is backlit.–When there is strong contrast between the subject and background such as with asubject that is on stage and lighted by a spotlight.(1)When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only), press FN to display PAGE1.(2)Press SPOT METER. The SPOT METER screen appears.(3)Press the desired area in the frame on the LCD screen.The SPOT METER indicator flashes on the LCD screen. The exposure of thepoint you selected is adjusted.(4)Press OK to return to PAGE1.To return to FNPress EXIT.To return to the automatic exposurePress AUTO to return to PAGE1.The following functions do not work during Flexible Spot Meter–Color Slow Shutter–Backlight–ExposureIf you slide NIGHTSHOT to ONYour camcorder automatically returns from the Flexible Spot Meter to automaticexposure.Using the spot light-metering– Flexible Spot Meter12~4FNSPOTMETEROKAUTOPAGE1 PAGE2EXITENDSCHSPOTFOCUS DIGEFFT MEMM I X SPOTMETERSPOT METER
69Advanced Recording OperationsYou can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases.Normally, focus is automatically adjusted.•The autofocus is not effective when shooting–Subjects through glass coated with water droplets–Horizontal stripes–Subjects with little contrast with backgrounds such as walls and sky•When you want to change the focus from a subject in the foreground to a subject inthe background.•Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod.(1)Set FOCUS to MAN when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA orMEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only).The 9 indicator appears.(2)Turn the focus ring to sharpen focus.To return to the autofocusSet FOCUS to AUTO.To record distant subjectsWhen you set FOCUS to INFINITY, the lens focuses on and indicator appears. Whenyou release FOCUS, your camcorder returns to the manual focus. Use this mode whenyour camcorder focuses on near objects even though you are trying to shoot a distantobject.Focusing manually2Focus ringFOCUS switch
70To focus preciselyIt is easier to focus on subjects if you adjust the zoom to shoot at the “W” (wide-angle)after focusing at the “T” (telephoto) position.When you shoot close to the subjectFocus at the end of the “W” (wide-angle) position.9 changes as follows:when recording a distant subject when the subject is too close to focus onFocal distance information is displayed for about three seconds on the screen inthe following cases:–When switching the focus adjustment mode from autofocus to manual–When turning the focus ringFocal distance information–This information aids focusing if it is not easy to focus on the subject, for example,when recording in the dark. Use this information as a rough guide to get a sharpfocus.–You cannot get correct information if you have attached a conversion lens (optional) toyour camcorder.Focusing manually
71Advanced Recording OperationsYou can take a picture with the appropriate focus automatically for just the point youwant to focus on and with its focus fixed.(1)When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only), set FOCUS to MAN.(2)Press FN to display PAGE1.(3)Press SPOT FOCUS. The SPOT FOCUS screen appears.(4)Press the desired area in the frame on the LCD screen.The 9 indicator flashes on the LCD screen. The focus of the point you selectedis adjusted.(5)Press OK to return to PAGE1.To return to FNPress EXIT.To return to the autofocusSet FOCUS to AUTO.The following functions do not work during Spot Focus:–Exposure–Fader–Backlight–PROGRAM AEFocal distance informationIt is not displayed on the screen.Using the spot focus – Spot Focus23~5FNSPOTFOCUSOKSPOTFOCUS DIGEFFT MEMM I X SPOTMETERENDSCHPAGE1 PAGE2EXITSPOT FOCUSFOCUS switch
72You can make a time-lapse recording by setting the camcorder to automatically recordand standby sequentially. You can achieve an excellent recording for flowering, gradualappearances, etc., with this function.(1)In the standby, press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to selectINT. REC in , then press the dial (p. 201).(2)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select SET, then press the dial.(3)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to set INTERVAL and REC TIME.1Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select INTERVAL, then press the dial.2Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired interval time, thenpress the dial.The time: 30SEC y 1MIN y 5MIN y 10MIN3Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select REC TIME, then press the dial.4Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired recording time, thenpress the dial.The time: 0.5SEC y 1SEC y 1.5SEC y 2SEC5Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select RETURN, then press the dial.(4)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial.(5)Press MENU to erase the menu display. The INTERVAL indicator flashes.(6)Press START/STOP to start interval recording. The INTERVAL indicator lightsup.Interval recording10 min10 min1 s 1 s9 min 59 s 9 min 59 s[a][b][c]Example[a]REC TIME[b]Waiting time[c]INTERVAL
73Advanced Recording OperationsInterval recording46CAMERA SET D ZOOM PHOTO REC 16:9WIDE STEADYSHOT FRAME REC INT. REC RETURN ON[MENU] : END5 INTERVALSTBY[MENU] : END [MENU] : END[MENU] : END [MENU] : ENDCAMERA SET INT. REC INTERVAL REC TIME RETURN 30SECCAMERA SET INT. REC INTERVAL REC TIME RETURN 30SEC 1MIN 5MIN10MINCAMERA SET INT. REC INTERVAL REC TIME RETURN 0.5SECCAMERA SET INT. REC INTERVAL REC TIME RETURN 0.5SEC 1SEC1.5SEC 2SEC23MENU[MENU] : ENDCAMERA SET D ZOOM PHOTO REC 16:9WIDE STEADYSHOT FRAME REC INT. REC RETURN ONOFFSETSTBYSTBYSTBYSTBY[MENU] : ENDCAMERA SET INT. REC INTERVAL REC TIME RETURN 30SECSTBYSTBYSTBYTo cancel the interval recordingPerform either of the following:–Set INT. REC to OFF in the menu settings.–Set the POWER switch to other than CAMERA.To perform normal recording during the watinig timeYou can perform normal recording only once during the waiting time. Press START/STOP, and the indicator flashes and normal recording starts.To stop normal recording, press START/STOP again. To restart interval recording,perform step 6.On recording timeThere may be a discrepancy in the recording time of up to +/– six frames from theselected time.When pressing START/STOP during recording timeInterval recording stops. To restart it, perform step 6.
74You can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect using frame recording.To create this effect, alternately move the subject a little and make a frame recording.We recommend that you use a tripod, and operate your camcorder using the RemoteCommander after step 4.(1)In the standby, press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to selectFRAME REC in , then press the dial (p. 201).(2)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial.(3)Press MENU to erase the menu display.The FRAME REC indicator lights up.(4)Press START/STOP to start frame recording. Your camcorder makes arecording for about six frames, and returns to recording standby.(5)Move the subject, and repeat step 4.To cancel the frame recordingPerform either of the following:–Set FRAME REC to OFF in the menu settings.–Set the POWER switch to other than CAMERA.NoteThe remaining tape time is not indicated correctly if you use this function continuously.When using the frame recordingThe last recorded frame is longer than other frames.Frame by frame recording– Frame recording24CAMERA SET D ZOOM PHOTO REC 16:9WIDE STEADYSHOT FRAME REC INT. REC RETURNON [MENU] : ENDCAMERA SET D ZOOM PHOTO REC 16:9WIDE STEADYSHOT FRAME REC INT. REC RETURNOFFON [MENU] : ENDSTBY STBYMENU
75Advanced Playback OperationsDuring playback, you can process a scene using the following picture effect:NEG. ART, SEPIA, B&W and SOLARIZE.(1)In the playback or playback pause, press MENU, then select P EFFECT in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 200).(2)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired picture effect, then pressthe dial.For details of each picture effect, see page 60.To cancel the picture effectSet P EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings.Notes•You cannot process externally input scenes using picture effect.•You cannot record images on a tape on your camcorder when you have processed theimage using picture effect. However, you can record images on a “Memory Stick”(p. 135, 147), or on a VCR using your camcorder as a player.Pictures processed by picture effectPictures processed by picture effect is not output through the DV IN/OUT jack.When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) or stop playing backThe picture effect is automatically canceled.— Advanced Playback Operations —Playing back tapes with picture effectMENU1MANUAL SET P EFFECT RETURN OFFNEG. ARTSEPIAB&WSOLARIZE[MENU] : END
76During playback, you can process a scene using the following digital effect:STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL.(1)In the playback or playback pause, press FN and select PAGE2.(2)Press DIG EFFT. The screen to select a desired digital effect appears.(3)Press a desired digital effect. In the STILL or LUMI., the picture where youselect the mode is stored in memory as a still image.(4)Press –/+ to adjust the effect. Refer to page 62 for details.(5)Press OK to return to PAGE2.To return to FNPress EXIT.To cancel the digital effectPress OFF to return to PAGE2.Notes•You cannot process externally input scenes using digital effect.•You cannot record images on a tape on your camcorder when you have processed theimage using digital effect. However, you can record images on a “Memory Stick”(p. 135, 147), or on a VCR using your camcorder as a player.Pictures processed by digital effectPictures processed by digital effect is not output through the DV IN/OUT jack.When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) or stop playing backDigital effect is automatically canceled.Playing back tapes with digital effect12,3FNDIGEFFTOKOFFSTILL FLASH LUMI. TRAILDIG EFFT
77Advanced Playback OperationsYou can enlarge playback images recorded on tapes. Besides the operation describedhere, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on “Memory Stick”s (p. 164).(1)In the playback or playback pause, press FN and select PAGE2.(2)Press PB ZOOM. The PB ZOOM screen appears.(3)Press the area you want to enlarge in the frame on the PB ZOOM screen.The area you pressed moves to the center of the screen, and the playbackimage is enlarged approximately at twice the size. If you press the other areaagain, the area moves to the center of the screen.(4)Adjust the zoom ratio by the power zoom lever.You can enlarge the image from approximately 1.1 times up to five times itssize.W: Decreases the zoom ratio.T: Increases the zoom ratio.To cancel the PB ZOOMPress END.Enlarging images recorded on tapes– Tape PB ZOOM1FNWT2PBZOOMENDEND4 × 5.0PB ZOOMPB ZOOM
78Enlarging images recorded on tapes – Tape PB ZOOMNotes•You cannot process externally input scenes using the PB ZOOM.•You cannot record images on a tape on your camcorder when you have processed theimage using the tape PB ZOOM. However, you can record images on a VCR usingyour camcorder as a player.•You cannot record moving pictures on a “Memory Stick” on your camcorder whenyou have processed the picture using the tape PB ZOOM.The PB ZOOM is automatically canceled when you activate the following:–Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).–Stop playback.–Press MENU.– Insert a “Memory Stick.”Pictures in the PB ZOOMPictures in the PB ZOOM are not output through the DV IN/OUT jack and the (USB) jack.In the PB ZOOMIf you press DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL button, the frame on the PB ZOOM screendisappears. You cannot move the part you pressed to the center of the screen.Edge of the enlarged imageThe edge of the enlarged image cannot be displayed at the center of the screen.
79Advanced Playback OperationsYour camcorder goes forward or backward to automatically stop at a desired scenehaving a tape counter value of “0:00:00”. Use the Remote Commander for thisoperation.(1)In the playback, press DISPLAY when the ZERO SET MEMORY indicator doesnot appear.(2)Press ZERO SET MEMORY at the point you want to locate later. The tapecounter shows “0:00:00” and then starts counting. The ZERO SET MEMORYindicator flashes.(3)Press x when you want to stop playback.(4)Press m to rewind the tape to the tape counter’s zero point. The tape stopsautomatically when the tape counter reaches approximately zero. The ZEROSET MEMORY indicator disappears, and the time code appears.(5)Press N. Playback starts from the counter’s zero point.Notes•When you press ZERO SET MEMORY before rewinding the tape, the zero set memorywill be canceled.•There may be a discrepancy of several seconds from the time code.•The ZERO SET MEMORY indicator disappears when you press FN.If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portionsThe zero set memory may not work correctly.Quickly locating a scene– ZERO SET MEMORYZERO SET MEMORYDISPLAYmxN
80If you use a cassette with cassette memory, you can search for the boundaries ofrecorded tape by title. Use the Remote Commander for this operation.Before operationSet CM SEARCH in to ON in the menu settings. (The default setting is ON.)(1)Set the POWER switch to VCR.(2)Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the TITLESEARCH indicator appears. The indicator changes as follows:TITLE SEARCH t DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH(no indicator) TPHOTO SCAN(3)Press . or > on the Remote Commander to select the title for playback.Your camcorder automatically starts playback of the scene having the title thatyou selected.[a]Actual point you are trying to search for[b]Present point on the tapeTo stop searchingPress x.If you use a cassette without cassette memoryYou cannot superimpose or search a title.If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portionsThe title search may not work correctly.To superimpose a titleSee page 110.Searching the boundaries of recordedtape by title – TITLE SEARCH3.>2SEARCHMODETITLE SEARCH 1 HELLO!2 CONGRATULATIONS!3 HAPPY NEW YEAR!4 PRESENT5 GOOD MORNING6 WEDDINGTITLE SEARCH 3 HAPPY NEW YEAR!4 PRESENT5 GOOD MORNING6 WEDDING7 NIGHT8 BASEBALL[b][a]
81Advanced Playback OperationsYou can automatically search for the point where the recording date changes and startplayback from that point (date search). Use a cassette with cassette memory forconvenience. Use the Remote Commander for this operation.Use this function to check where recording dates change or to edit the tape at eachrecording date.Searching for the date by using cassette memoryBefore operation•You can use this function only when playing back a cassette with cassette memory.•Set CM SEARCH in to ON in the menu settings. (The default setting is ON.)(1)Set the POWER switch to VCR.(2)Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the DATESEARCH indicator appears. The indicator changes as follows:TITLE SEARCH t DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH(no indicator) TPHOTO SCAN(3)Press . or > on the Remote Commander to select the date for playback.Your camcorder automatically starts playback at the beginning of the selecteddate.[a]Actual point you are trying to search for[b]Present point on the tapeTo stop searchingPress x.Searching a recording by date– DATE SEARCH3.>2SEARCHMODEDATE SEARCH1 SEP/ 5/022 SEP/ 6/023 DEC/24/024 JAN/ 1/035 FEB/ 11/036 APR/ 29/03DATE SEARCH1 SEP/ 5/022 SEP/ 6/023 DEC/24/024 JAN/ 1/035 FEB/ 11/036 APR/ 29/03[b][a]
82NoteIf one day’s recording is less than two minutes, your camcorder may not accurately findthe point where the recording date changes.If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portionsThe date search may not work correctly.Cassette memoryThe tape with cassette memory can hold six recording dates. If you search among sevenor more dates, see “Searching for the date without using cassette memory” below.Searching for the date without using cassette memory(1)Set the POWER switch to VCR.(2)Press MENU, then select CM SEARCH in to OFF with the SEL/PUSHEXEC dial (p. 205).(3)Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the DATESEARCH indicator appears. The indicator changes as follows:DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH t PHOTO SCAN t (no indicator)(4)Press . on the Remote Commander to search for the previous date or press> on the Remote Commander to search for the next date. Your camcorderautomatically starts playback at the point where the date changes. Each timeyou press . or > your camcorder searches for the previous or next date.To stop searchingPress x.Searching a recording by date – DATE SEARCH
83Advanced Playback OperationsYou can search for a still image you have recorded on a tape (PHOTO SEARCH).You can also search for still images one after another and display each image forfive seconds automatically regardless of cassette memory (PHOTO SCAN). Use theRemote Commander for these operations.Use this function to check or edit still images.Searching for a photo by using cassette memoryBefore operation•You can use this function only when playing back a cassette with cassette memory.•Set CM SEARCH in to ON in the menu settings. (The default setting is ON.)(1)Set the POWER switch to VCR.(2)Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until thePHOTO SEARCH indicator appears. The indicator changes as follows:TITLE SEARCH t DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH(no indicator) TPHOTO SCAN(3)Press . or > on the Remote Commander to select the date for playback.Your camcorder automatically starts playback of the photo having the datethat you selected.[a]Actual point you are trying to search for[b]Present point on the tapeTo stop searchingPress x.Searching for a photo– PHOTO SEARCH/PHOTO SCAN3.>2SEARCHMODEPHOTO SEARCH1 SEP/ 5/02 5:30PM2 SEP/ 6/02 8:50AM3 DEC/24/02 10:30AM4 JAN/ 1/03 11:25PM5 FEB/ 11/03 4:11PM6 APR/ 29/03 1:45PMPHOTO SEARCH1 SEP/ 5/02 5:30PM2 SEP/ 6/02 8:50AM3 DEC/24/02 10:30AM4 JAN/ 1/03 11:25PM5 FEB/ 11/03 4:11PM6 APR/ 29/03 1:45PM[b][a]MENU
84Searching for a photo without using cassette memory(1)Set the POWER switch to VCR.(2)Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CM SEARCH in to OFF, then press the dial (p. 205).(3)Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until thePHOTO SEARCH indicator appears. The indicator changes as follows:DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH t PHOTO SCAN t (no indicator)(4)Press . or > on the Remote Commander to select the photo for playback.Each time you press . or > your camcorder searches for the previous ornext photo.Your camcorder automatically starts playback of the photo.To stop searchingPress x.Searching for a photo – PHOTO SEARCH/PHOTO SCAN
85Advanced Playback OperationsScanning photo(1)Set the POWER switch to VCR.(2)Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until thePHOTO SCAN indicator appears. The indicator changes as follows:TITLE SEARCH* t DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH(no indicator) TPHOTO SCAN* Displayed only when CM SEARCH is set to ON in the menu settings.(3)Press . or > on the Remote Commander.Each photo is played back for about five seconds automatically.To stop scanningPress x.If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portionsThe photo search/photo scan may not work correctly.The available number of photos that can be searched using the cassette memoryThe available number is up to 12 photos. However, you can search 13 photos or moreusing the photo scan.SEARCHMODE32PHOTO 00SCANSearching for a photo – PHOTO SEARCH/PHOTO SCAN
86Using the A/V connecting cableYou can dub or edit on the VCR connected to your camcorder using your camcorder asa player.Connect your camcorder to the VCR using the A/V connecting cable supplied withyour camcorder.Before operation•Set DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.)•Press the following buttons to make the indicator disappear so that they will not besuperimposed on the edited tape:On your camcorder:DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL, DATA CODEOn the Remote Commander:DISPLAY, DATA CODE, SEARCH MODE(1)Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, and insertthe recorded tape into your camcorder.(2)Prepare the VCR for recording, then set the input selector to LINE.Connect the A/V connecting cable to AUDIO/VIDEO jack.Refer to the operating instructions of the VCR.(3)Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.(4)Play back the recorded tape on your camcorder.(5)Start recording on the VCR. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR.When you have finished dubbing a tapePress x on both your camcorder and the VCR.— Editing —Dubbing a tapeS VIDEOVIDEOAUDIOINAUDIO/VIDEOS VIDEO: Signal flowVCRYellowWhiteRedA/V connectingcable (supplied)
87EditingYou can edit on VCRs that support the following systems: 8 mm, Hi8, VHS, S-VHS, VHSC, S-VHSC, Betamax, ED Betamax, mini DV, DV, Digital8, MICRO MVIf your VCR is a monaural typeConnect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and thewhite or the red plug to the audio input jack on the VCR or the TV. When the whiteplug is connected, the left channel audio is output, and when the red plug is connected,the right channel audio is output.If your VCR has an S video jackPictures can be reproduced more faithfully by using an S video cable (optional).With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/Vconnecting cable.Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and theVCR.This connection produces higher quality DV format pictures.Dubbing a tape
88Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) to DV IN/OUT jackon your camcorder and to DV IN on the DV products. With a digital-to-digitalconnection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-qualityediting. You cannot dub the titles, display indicators or the contents of cassette memoryor letters on the “Memory Stick” index screen.Set the input selector on the VCR to the DV input position if the VCR is equipped withthe input selector.(1)Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, and insertthe recorded tape into your camcorder.(2)Prepare the VCR for recording, then set the input selector to LINE. Refer to theoperating instructions of the VCR.(3)Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.(4)Play back the recorded tape on your camcorder.(5)Start recording on the VCR. Refer to the operating instructions of the VCR.When you have finished dubbing a tapePress x on both your camcorder and the VCR.You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)See page 225 for more information about i.LINK.Pictures processed by the picture effect, the digital effect or PB ZOOMPictures processed by the picture effect, the digital effect or PB ZOOM are not outputthrough the DV IN/OUT jack.If you record a playback pause picture with the DV IN/OUT jackThe recorded picture becomes rough. Also, when you play back the picture using othervideo equipment, the picture may jitter.Dubbing a tapeDVDV IN/OUTDV INi.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional): Signal flow
89EditingYou 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 programs.Your camcorder can also dub on “Memory Stick”s. See page 151 for more information.Before operating the Digital program editing on tapesrecorded on other equipmentStep 1Connecting the VCR (p. 89).Step 2Setting the VCR for operation (p. 90, 94).Step 3Adjusting the synchronization of the VCR (p. 95).When you dub using the same VCR again, you can skip steps 2 and 3.Using the Digital program editing on tapes recorded on otherequipmentOperation 1Making a program (p. 97).Operation 2Performing the program (dubbing a tape) (p. 99).NoteWhen editing digital video on tapes, the operation signals cannot be sent with LANC.Step 1: Connecting the VCRYou can connect both an A/V connecting cable and an i.LINK cable (DV connectingcable).When you use the A/V connecting cable, connect the devices as illustrated on page 86.When you use an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable), connect the devices as illustratedon page 88.If you connect using an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)With a digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digitalform for high-quality editing.Dubbing only desired scenes– Digital program editing (on tapes)Unwanted scene Unwanted sceneSwitch the order
90Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the A/V connecting cableTo edit using the VCR, send the control signal by infrared rays to the remote sensor onthe VCR.When you connect using an A/V connecting cable, follow the procedure below, steps(1) to (4), to send the control signal correctly.(1) Set the IR SETUP code1Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.2Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set the input selector to LINE.When you connect a video camera recorder, set its power switch to VCR/VTR.3Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT in, then press the dial (p. 209).4Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TAPE, then press the dial.5Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EDIT SET, then press the dial.6Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CONTROL, then press the dial.7Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IR, then press the dial.8Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IR SETUP and turn the dial to selectIR SETUP code number of your VCR, then press the dial.Check the code in “About IR SETUP codes.” (p. 91)Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)43658VIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SETOTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT RETURN RETURNTAPEMEMORYIR0:08:55:06TOTAL 0:00:00:00SCENE 0[MENU] : ENDVIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT–IN” ”CUT–OUT” IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURNIRi. LINK0:08:55:06[MENU] : ENDVIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT–IN” ”CUT–OUT” IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURN 30:08:55:06[MENU] : ENDVIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT–IN” ”CUT–OUT” IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURNIR0:08:55:06[MENU] : ENDVIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SET1 IN0:08:55:06TOTAL 0:00:00:00SCENE 0[MENU] : END[MENU] : ENDOTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT RETURN READY[MENU] : ENDOTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT RETURN RETURNTAPEMEMORY[MENU] : ENDMENU
91EditingDubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)* TV/VCR componentNote on IR SETUP codesDigital program editing is not possible if the VCR does not support IR SETUP codes.About IR SETUP codesThe IR SETUP code is stored in the memory of your camcorder. Be sure to set thecorrect code to match your VCR. The default setting is code number 3.Brand IR SETUP codeSony 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6Admiral (M. Wards) 89Aiwa 47, 54, 80Akai 49, 51Audio Dynamic 21, 35Bell&Howell 36(M. Wards)Broksonic 21, 70, 82Canon 77, 78Citizen 47Craig 47, 73Curtis Mathis 8, 77, 80Daewoo 26, 40, 77DBX 21, 33, 35Dimensia 8Emerson 26, 48, 59, 70, 80, 81, 82Fisher 36, 37, 44, 45Funai 80General Electric 8, 32*, 77, 94*, 101Goldstar/LG 47GO VIDEO 71Hitachi 8, 42, 78HQ 40Instant Replay 77, 78JC Penny 8, 21, 33, 35, 36, 42, 77JVC 12, 13, 14, 21, 33, 35Kenwood 21, 33, 35, 47LXI (Sears) 36, 37, 42, 44, 45, 47, 49, 80Magnavox 17, 77, 78, 83Marantz 21, 33, 35Marta 47Memorex 37, 77Minolta 8, 42Brand IR SETUP codeMitsubishi/MGA 22, 23, 24, 28, 29Multitech 23, 32, 80NEC 21, 33, 35Olympic 77, 78Optimus 22Orion 60Panasonic 16, 17, 77, 78Pentax 8, 42Philco 26, 70, 77, 78Philips 47, 77, 78, 83Pioneer 78Quasar 6, 16, 17, 77, 78RCA/PROSCAN 7, 8, 16, 40, 41, 42, 77, 78, 78*, 83,101Realistic 22, 36, 37, 77, 80, 88Sansui 21Singer 73Samsung 24, 24*, 32, 32*, 41, 94, 94*Sanyo 26, 36, 37, 47Scott 22, 23, 24, 28, 32, 37, 40, 41Sharp 88, 89Shintom 73Signature 2000 80, 89Sylvania 77, 78, 80, 83Symphonic 80Tashiro 47Tatung 21, 33, 35Teac 21, 33, 35, 80Technics 77, 78Toshiba 7, 40, 49Wards 37, 47, 88, 89, 95Yamaha 21, 33, 35, 36Zenith 95
92(2) Setting the modes to cancel the recording pause on the VCR1Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PAUSEMODE, then press the dial.2Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the mode to cancel recording pauseon the VCR, then press the dial.Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR.Buttons to cancel recording pause on the VCRThe buttons vary depending on your VCR. To cancel recording pause:–Select PAUSE if the button to cancel recording pause is X.–Select REC if the button to cancel recording pause is z.–Select PB if the button to cancel recording pause is N.(3) Setting your camcorder and the VCR to face each otherLocate the infrared rays emitter of your camcorder and face it towards the remotesensor of the VCR.Set the devices about 30 cm (12 in.) apart, and remove any obstacles between thedevices.Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)VCRRemote sensorA/V connecting cable (supplied)Infrared rays emitter12VIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT–IN” ”CUT–OUT” IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURNPAUSERECPB0:08:55:06[MENU] : ENDVIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT–IN” ”CUT–OUT” IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURNPAUSE0:08:55:06[MENU] : END
93Editing(4) Confirming VCR operation1Insert a recordable tape into the VCR, then set to recording pause.2Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IR TEST, then press the dial.3Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.If the VCR starts recording, the setting is correct.When recording is finished, the indicator changes to COMPLETE.When the VCR does not operate correctly•After checking the code in “About IR SETUP codes”, set the IR SETUP or thePAUSEMODE again.•Place your camcorder at least 30 cm (12 in.) away from the VCR.•Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR.Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)23VIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT–IN” ”CUT–OUT” IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURNENGAGEREC PAUSERETURNEXECUTE0:08:55:06[MENU] : ENDVIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT–IN” ”CUT–OUT” IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURN COMPLETE0:08:55:06[MENU] : END
94Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the i.LINK cable(DV connecting cable)When you connect using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional), follow theprocedure below.(1)Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.(2)Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set the input selector to DVinput. When you connect a digital video camera recorder, set its power switchto VCR/VTR.(3)Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT in, then press the dial (p. 209).(4)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TAPE, then press the dial.(5)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EDIT SET, then press the dial.(6)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CONTROL, then press the dial.(7)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select i.LINK, then press the dial.43657VIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SETOTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT RETURN RETURNTAPEMEMORYIR0:08:55:06TOTAL 0:00:00:00SCENE 0[MENU] : ENDVIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT–IN” ”CUT–OUT” IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURNIRi. LINK0:08:55:06[MENU] : ENDVIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT–IN” ”CUT–OUT” IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURNi. LINK0:08:55:06[MENU] : ENDVIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SET1 IN0:08:55:06TOTAL 0:00:00:00SCENE 0[MENU] : END[MENU] : ENDOTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT RETURN READY[MENU] : ENDOTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT RETURN RETURNTAPEMEMORY[MENU] : ENDVIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT–IN” ”CUT–OUT” IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURNIR0:08:55:06[MENU] : ENDMENUDubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)
95EditingDubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)When you connect using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)You cannot dub the titles, display indicators.NoteWhen you connect with an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable), you may not be able tooperate the dubbing function correctly, depending on the VCR.Set CONTROL to IR in the menu settings of your camcorder.Step 3: Adjusting the synchronization of the VCRYou can adjust the synchronization of your camcorder and the VCR. Have a pen andpaper ready for notes. Before operation, eject a cassette from your camcorder.(1)Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, then setto recording pause.When you select i.LINK in CONTROL, you do not need to set to recordingpause.(2)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ADJ TEST, then press the dial.(3)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.IN and OUT are recorded on an image for five times each to calculate thenumber values for adjusting the synchronization.The EXECUTING indicator flashes on the screen.When finished, the indicator changes to COMPLETE.(4)Rewind the tape in the VCR, then start slow playback.Take a note of the first number value of each IN and the closing number valueof each OUT.(5)Calculate the average of all the first number values of each IN, and theaverage of all the last number values of each OUT.(6)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select “CUT-IN”, then press the dial.(7)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the average number value of IN, thenpress the dial.The calculated start position for recording is set.(8)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select “CUT-OUT”, then press the dial.(9)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the average number value of OUT,then press the dial.The calculated stop position for recording is set.(10)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select RETURN, then press the dial.
96Notes•When you complete step 3, the image used to adjust the synchronization is recordedfor about 50 seconds.•If you start recording from the very beginning of the tape, the first few seconds of thetape may not record properly. Be sure to allow about 10 seconds’ lead before startingrecording.•When you connect with an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) you may not be able tooperate the dubbing function correctly, depending on the VCR. Keep the i.LINKconnection, and set CONTROL to IR in the menu settings. Video and audio are sentby digital signals.Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)2,3 68VIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT–IN” ”CUT–OUT” IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURNRETURNEXECUTEENGAGEREC PAUSE0:08:55:06[ME VIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT–IN” ”CUT–OUT” IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURNEXECUTINGNo. 5 IN –600:08:55:06[ME VIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT–IN” ”CUT–OUT” IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURNCOMPLETE0:08:55:06[MENU] : ENDVIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT–IN” ”CUT–OUT” IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURN 00:08:55:06[MENU] : ENDVIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT–IN” ”CUT–OUT” IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURN 00:08:55:06[MENU] : END
97EditingDubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)Operation 1: Making a program(1)Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder, and insert a tape forrecording into the VCR.(2)Press MENU and turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT in ,then press the dial (p. 209).(3)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TAPE, then press the dial.(4)Search for the beginning of the first scene you want to insert using the videooperation buttons, then pause playback.You can fine-adjust one frame at a time with EDITSEARCH.(5)Press MARK on the Remote Commander, or turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial toselect MARK, then press the dial.The IN point of the first program is set, and the top part of the program markchanges to light blue.(6)Search for the end of the first scene you want to insert using the videooperation buttons, then pause playback.(7)Press MARK on the Remote Commander, or the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.The OUT point of the first program is set, then the bottom part of the programmark changes to light blue.(8)Repeat steps 4 to 7, then set the program.When the program is set, the program mark changes to light blue.You can set up to 20 programs in maximum.52387OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT RETURN READY[MENU] : ENDOTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT RETURN RETURNTAPEMEMORY[MENU] : ENDVIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SET1 IN 0:08:55:06TOTAL 0:00:00:00SCENE 0[MENU] : ENDVIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SET4 IN 0:10:01:23TOTAL 0:00:47:12SCENE 3[MENU] : ENDVIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SET2 IN 0:09:07:06TOTAL 0:00:12:00SCENE 1[MENU] : ENDVIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SET1 OUT0:08:55:06TOTAL 0:00:00:00SCENE 0[MENU] : ENDN X N X N XMENU
98Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)Erasing the program you have setErase OUT first and then IN from of the last program.(1)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select UNDO, then press the dial.(2)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.The last set program mark flashes, then the setting is canceled.To cancel erasingTurn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select RETURN, then press the dial in step 2.Erasing all programs(1)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings,then select TAPE, then press the dial.(2)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ERASE ALL, then select EXECUTE,then press the dial.All the program marks flash, then the settings are canceled.To cancel erasing all programsSelect RETURN with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial in step 2.To cancel a program you have setPress MENU.The program is stored in memory until the tape is ejected.NoteYou cannot operate recording during Digital program editing.On a blank portion of the tapeYou cannot set IN or OUT on a blank portion of the tape.If there is a blank portion between IN and OUT on the tapeThe total time code may not be displayed correctly.
99EditingOperation 2: Performing the program (Dubbing a tape)Make sure that your camcorder and VCR are connected, and that the VCR is set torecording pause. When you use an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable), this procedureis not necessary.When you use a digital video camera recorder, set its power switch to VCR/VTR.(1)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings,then select TAPE, then press the dial.(2)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select START, then select EXECUTE, thenpress the dial.Search for the beginning of the first program, then start dubbing.The program mark flashes.The SEARCH indicator appears during search, and the EDITING indicatorappears during edit on the screen.The program mark changes to light blue after dubbing ends.When dubbing ends, your camcorder and the VCR automatically stop.To stop dubbing during editingPress x using the video operation buttons.To end the Digital program editingYour camcorder stops when the dubbing ends. Then the display returns to VIDEOEDIT in the menu settings.Press MENU to end the Digital program editing.You cannot record on the VCR when:–The tape has run out.–The write-protect tab on the cassette is set to lock.–The IR SETUP code is not correct. (when IR is selected)–The button to cancel recording pause is not correct. (when IR is selected)NOT READY appears on the LCD screen when:–The program to operate the Digital program editing has not been made.–i.LINK is selected but an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) is not connected.–The power of the connected VCR is not turned on. (when you set i.LINK)Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)
100Recording video or TV programsUsing the A/V connecting cableYou can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has video/audio outputs. Use your camcorder as a recorder.Before operationSet DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.)(1)Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder. Ifyou are recording a tape from the VCR, insert a recorded tape into the VCR.(2)Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.(3)Press z REC and the button on its right simultaneously on your camcorder,then immediately press X on your camcorder.(4)Press N on the VCR to start playback if you record a tape from a VCR. Selecta TV program if you are recording from a TV. The picture from a TV or VCRappears on the screen.(5)Press X on your camcorder at the scene where you want to start recordingfrom.When you have finished dubbing a tapePress x on both your camcorder and the VCR.Using the Remote CommanderIn step 3, press z REC and MARK simultaneously, then immediately press X. In step 5,press X at the scene where you want to start recording from.3REC PAUSES VIDEOVIDEOAUDIOOUTAUDIO/VIDEOS VIDEO: Signal flowVCRWhiteYellowRed A/V connecting cable (supplied)

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