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

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101EditingIf your TV or VCR is a monaural typeConnect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video output jack and thewhite or the red plug to the audio output jack on the VCR or the TV. When the whiteplug is connected, the left channel audio is recorded, and when the red plug isconnected, the right channel audio is recorded.If your TV or 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 theTV or VCR.This connection produces higher quality DV format pictures.Note on the Remote CommanderYour camcorder works in the commander mode VTR 2. Commander modes 1, 2 and 3are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid erroneousremote 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 withblack paper.Recording video or TV programs
102Recording video or TV programsUsing 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 OUT on the DV products. With a digital-to-digitalconnection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-qualityediting.(1)Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder,and insert the 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. The picture to be recorded appears onthe 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.DV3DV OUTDV IN/OUTREC PAUSEi.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional): Signal flow
103EditingYou can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable).During digital editingThe color of the display may be uneven. However, this does not affect the dubbedpicture.If you record playback pause picture with the DV IN/OUT jackThe recorded picture becomes rough. When you play back the picture using yourcamcorder, the picture may jitter.Before recordingMake sure that the DV IN indicator appears on the screen or in the viewfinder. The DVIN indicator may appear on both equipment.Note on the Remote CommanderYour camcorder works in the commander mode VTR 2. Commander modes 1, 2 and 3are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid erroneousremote 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 withblack paper.Recording video or TV programs
104Inserting a scene from a VCR– Insert EditingYou can insert a new scene from a VCR onto your originally recorded tape byspecifying the insert start and end points. Use the Remote Commander for thisoperation. Connections are the same as on page 100 or 102.Insert a cassette containing the desired scene to insert into the VCR.[A]: A tape that contains the scene to be superimposed[B]: A tape before editing[C]: A tape after editing(1)Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.(2)On the connected VCR, locate just before the insert start point [a], then pressX to set the VCR to the playback pause.(3)On your camcorder, locate the insert end point [c]. Then press X to set yourcamcorder to the playback pause.(4)Press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander. The ZERO SETMEMORY indicator flashes and the end point of the insert is stored inmemory. The tape counter shows “0:00:00.”(5)On your camcorder, locate the insert start point [b] by pressing m, then pressz REC and the button on its right simultaneously.(6)First press X on the VCR, and after a few seconds press X on your camcorderto start inserting the new scene.Inserting automatically stops near the zero point on the tape counter. Yourcamcorder automatically returns to the recording pause.[a][b][c][A][B][C]
105EditingTo change the insert end pointPress ZERO SET MEMORY again after step 5 to erase the ZERO SET MEMORYindicator and begin from step 3.Using the Remote CommanderIn step 5, press z REC and MARK simultaneously, then immediately press X. In step 6,press X at the scene where you want to start recording from.NotePictures and sound recorded on the portion between the insert start and end points willbe erased when you insert the new scene.If you insert scenes on the tape recorded on another camcorder (including otherDCR-TRV40/TRV50)The pictures and sound may be distorted. We recommend that you insert scenes on atape recorded on your camcorder.When the inserted picture is played backPictures and sound may be distorted at the end of the inserted portion. This is not amalfunction.Pictures and sound at the start point and the end point may be distorted in the LPmode.To insert a scene without setting the insert end pointSkip steps 3 and 4. Press x when you want to stop inserting.If you press FNThe ZERO SET MEMORY indicator is not displayed.Note on the Remote CommanderYour camcorder works in the commander mode VTR 2. Commander modes 1, 2 and 3are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid erroneousremote 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 withblack paper.Inserting a scene from a VCR – Insert Editing40:00:00ZERO SETMEMORYZERO SETMEMORY5REC
106You can record audio to add to the original sound on a tape by connecting audioequipment or a microphone. If you connect audio equipment, you can add sound toyour recorded tape already recorded in the 12-bit sound mode by specifying the startand end points. The original sound will not be erased.Use the Remote Commander for this operation.Select one of the following connections to add audio.Connecting the microphone with the MIC jackYou can check recorded picture and sound by connecting your camcorder to a TV withthe A/V connecting cable.Recorded sound is not output from the speaker. Check the sound by using a TV orheadphones.Connecting the microphone to the intelligent accessory shoeAudio dubbingMicrophone (optional)Intelligent accessory shoeMicrophone (optional): Signal flowMIC(PLUG IN POWER)
107EditingConnecting the A/V connecting cable to the AUDIO/VIDEO jackDubbing with the built-in microphoneNo connection is necessary.NoteWhen dubbing with the AUDIO/VIDEO jack or the built-in microphone, pictures arenot output through the S VIDEO jack or the AUDIO/VIDEO jack. Check the recordedpicture on the screen. You can check the recorded sound by using headphones.If you make all the connectionsThe audio input to be recorded will take precedence over others in the following order:•MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack•Intelligent accessory shoe•AUDIO/VIDEO jack•Built-in microphoneAudio dubbingLINE OUTLRAUDIO/VIDEOAudio equipmentDo not connect thevideo (yellow) plug.: Signal flowAUDIO L AUDIO RA/V connecting cable (supplied)RedWhite
108Adding audio on a recorded tapeChoose a connection described on the previous pages, and connect audio equipment ormicrophone to your camcorder. Then follow the procedure below.(1)Insert the recorded tape into your camcorder.(2)Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.(3)Locate the recording start point by pressing N. Then press X at the pointwhere you want to start recording to set your camcorder to the playbackpause.(4)Press AUDIO DUB on the Remote Commander. The green X indicatorappears on screen.(5)Press X and start playing back the audio you want to record at the same time.The new sound is recorded in stereo 2 (ST2) during playback. While audio isbeing recorded, the red appears on the screen.(6)Press x at the point where you want to stop recording.To add audio more preciselyPress ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander at the point where you want tostop recording later in the playback.Carry out from steps 3 to 5. Recording automatically stops at the point where ZEROSET MEMORY was pressed.Audio dubbingAUDIO DUB
109EditingAudio dubbingMonitoring the new recorded sound(1)Play back the tape on which you added audio.(2)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select AUDIO MIX in in the menusettings, then press the dial.(3)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the balance between the originalsound (ST1) and the new sound (ST2), then press the dial.Five minutes after you disconnect the power supply or remove the batterypack, the AUDIO MIX setting returns to original sound (ST1) only. The defaultsetting is original sound only.Notes•New audio cannot be recorded on a tape already recorded in the 16-bit mode (32 kHz,44.1 kHz or 48 kHz).•New audio cannot be recorded on a tape already recorded in the LP mode.•You cannot add audio with the DV IN/OUT jack.•You cannot add audio on the blank portion of the tape.If an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) is connected to your camcorderYou cannot add audio to a recorded tape.We recommend that you add audio on a tape recorded with your camcorderIf you add audio on a tape recorded with another camcorder (including otherDCR-TRV40/TRV50), the sound quality may become worse.If you set the write-protect tab of the cassette to lockYou cannot record on a tape. Slide the write-protect tab to release the write protection.ST1 ST2VCR SET HiFi SOUND AUDIO MIX A/VcDV OUT RETURN[MENU] : END
110Superimposing a titleIf you use a tape with cassette memory, you can superimpose the title. Whenyou play back the tape, the title is displayed for five seconds from the pointwhere you superimposed it.(1)In the recording , recording standby, playback or playback pause, pressMENU, then select TITLE in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 205).(2)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial.(3)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired title, then press the dial.The title flashes.(4)Change the color, size, or position, if necessary.1Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select COLOR, SIZE or POSITION, thenpress the dial. The selected item appears.2Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired item, then press thedial.3Repeat steps 1 and 2 until the title is laid out as desired.(5)Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial again to complete the setting.In the recording, playback or playback pause:The TITLE SAVE indicator appears on the screen for five seconds and the titleis set.In the standby:The TITLE indicator appears. When you press START/STOP to startrecording, TITLE SAVE appears on the screen for five seconds, and the title isset.VACATION234VACATIONVACATIONVACATIONPRESET TITLE HELLO! HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS! OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING VACATION THE END[MENU] : ENDPRESET TITLE HELLO! HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS! OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING VACATION THE END RETURN[MENU] : ENDPRESET TITLE HELLO! HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS! OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING VACATION THE END RETURN[MENU] : ENDTITLE[EXEC] : SAVE [MENU] : ENDTITLE[EXEC] : SAVE [MENU] : ENDSIZE SMALLSIZE LARGEMENU
111EditingSuperimposing a titleIf you set the write-protect tab of the cassette to lockYou cannot superimpose or erase the title. Slide the write-protect tab to release the writeprotection.To use a custom titleIf you want to use a custom title, select in step 2.If the tape has a blank portionYou cannot superimpose a title on the portion.If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portionsTitles may not be displayed correctly.Titles superimposed with your camcorder•Titles are displayed by only the DV format video equipment with an index titler.•The point you superimposed the title may be detected as an index signal whensearching a recording with other video equipment.If the tape has too many index signalsYou may not be able to superimpose a title because the cassette memory becomes full.In this case, delete data you do not need.To not display titlesSet TITLE DSPL to OFF in the menu settings (p. 205).Title setting•The title color changes as follows:WHITE y YELLOW y VIOLET y RED y CYAN y GREEN y BLUE•The title size changes as follows:SMALL y LARGEYou cannot input 13 characters or more in LARGE size. If you input more than 12characters, the title size returns to SMALL even if you select LARGE.•If you select SMALL, you have nine choices for the title position.If you select LARGE, you have eight choices for the title position.One cassette can have up to about 20 titles, with each title comprising fivecharactersHowever, if the cassette memory is full with date, photo and cassette label data, onecassette can have only up to about 11 titles each comprising five characters.Cassette memory capacity is as follows:–six date data–12 photo data–one cassette labelIf the “ FULL” mark appearsThe cassette memory is full. Erase unwanted titles.
112Erasing a title(1)Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.(2)Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TITLEERASE in, then press the dial (p. 205).(3)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the title you want to erase, then pressthe dial. ERASE OK ? indicator appears.(4)Make sure that the title is the one you want to erase, and turn the SEL/PUSHEXEC dial to select OK, then press the dial. OK changes to EXECUTE.(5)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.The ERASING flashes on the screen. When the title is erased, the COMPLETEis displayed.To cancel erasing a titleSelect RETURN in step 4 or 5.Superimposing a title234CM SET TITLE TITLEERASE TITLE DSPL CM SEARCH TAPE TITLE ERASE ALL RETURN[MENU] : ENDTITLE ERASE1 HELLO!2 CONGRATULATIONS!3 HAPPY NEW YEAR!4 PRESENT5 GOOD MORNING6 WEDDING[MENU] : ENDTITLE ERASE4 PRESENT ERASE OK?[MENU] : ENDTITLE ERASE4 PRESENT ERASE OK? RETURNEXECUTERETURNOK[MENU] : ENDMENU
113EditingYou can make up to two titles and store them in the memory of your camcorder. Eachtitle can have up to 20 characters.(1)Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.(2)Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TITLE in , thenpress the dial (p. 205).(3)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial.(4)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET,then press the dial.(5)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the column of the desired character,then press the dial.(6)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired character, then press thedial.(7)Repeat steps 5 and 6 until you have selected all characters and completed thetitle.(8)To finish making your own titles, turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select[SET], then press the dial.Making your own titles34571234TITLE SET CUSTOM1 SET CUSTOM2 SET[MENU] : ENDTITLE SET CUSTOM1 SET CUSTOM2 SET RETURN[MENU] : ENDTITLE SET––––––––––––––––––––[MENU] : ENDTITLE SET––––––––––––––––––––[MENU] : END[MENU] : ENDTITLE SETS–––––––––––––––––––[MENU] : ENDTITLE SET CUSTOM1 SET CUSTOM2 SET RETURN[MENU] : END[MENU] : ENDTITLE SET––––––––––––––––––––TITLE SET––––––––––––––––––––MENU
114Making your own titlesTo change a title you have storedIn step 4, select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET, depending on which title you wantto change, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial toselect [C], then press the dial to delete the title. The last character is erased. Enter thenew title as desired.If you take five minutes or longer to enter characters in the standby while acassette is in your camcorderThe power automatically goes off. The characters you have entered remain stored inmemory. Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) once and then to CAMERA again, thenproceed from step 1.We recommend setting the POWER switch to VCR or removing the cassette so thatyour camcorder does not automatically turn off while you are entering title characters.To delete the titleSelect [C]. The last character is erased.To enter a spaceSelect [ Z& ? ! ], then select the blank part.
115EditingIf you use a cassette with cassette memory, you can label a cassette. Labels canconsist of up to 10 characters and is stored in cassette memory. When you insertthe labeled cassette and when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or VCR, thelabel is displayed for about five seconds.(1)Insert the cassette you want to label.(2)Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.(3)Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TAPE TITLE in ,then press the dial (p. 205). Tape title display appears.(4)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the column of the desired character,then press the dial.(5)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired character, then press thedial.(6)Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you finish the label.(7)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [SET], then press the dial.The label is stored in memory.Labeling a cassette34~6[MENU] : ENDTAPE TITLE––––––––––[MENU] : ENDTAPE TITLE––––––––––[MENU] : ENDTAPE TITLE––––––––––[MENU] : ENDTAPE TITLEM–––––––––[MENU] : ENDCM SET TITLE TITLEERASE TITLE DSPL CM SEARCH TAPE TITLE ERASE ALL RETURNREADY––––––––––[MENU] : ENDCM SET TITLE TITLEERASE TITLE DSPL CM SEARCH TAPE TITLE ERASE ALL RETURN[MENU] : ENDTAPE TITLE––––––––––MENU
116To erase the label you have madeIn step 4 turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [C], then press the dial. The lastcharacter is erased.To change the label you have madeInsert the cassette to change the label, and operate in the same way to make a new label.If you set the write-protect tab of the cassette to lockYou cannot label the tape. Slide the write-protect tab to release the write protection.If the tape has too many index signalYou may not be able to label a cassette because the cassette memory becomes full. Inthis case, delete data you do not need.If you have superimposed titles in the cassetteWhen the label is displayed, up to four titles also appear.When the “-----” indicator has fewer than 10 spacesThe cassette memory is full.The “-----” indicates the number of characters you can select for the label.To enter a spaceSelect [ Z& ? ! ], then select the blank part.Erasing all the data in cassette memoryYou can erase all the data in cassette memory at once.(1)Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.(2)Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ERASE ALL in ,then press the dial (p. 205).(3)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select OK, then press the dial. OK changesto EXECUTE.(4)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.ERASING flashes on the screen. When all the data is erased, COMPLETE isdisplayed.To cancel deletingSelect RETURN with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial in step 3 or 4.Labeling a cassette[MENU] : ENDCM SET TITLE TITLEERASE TITLE DSPL CM SEARCH TAPE TITLE ERASE ALL RETURN RETURNOK[MENU] : ENDCM SET TITLE TITLEERASE TITLE DSPL CM SEARCH TAPE TITLE ERASE ALL RETURN RETURNEXECUTE
117“Memory Stick” OperationsYou can record and play back images on a “Memory Stick” supplied with yourcamcorder. You can easily play back, record or delete images. You can exchange imagedata with other equipment such as your computer etc., using the USB cable for“Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder.On file formatStill image (JPEG)Your camcorder compresses image data in JPEG format (extension .jpg).Moving picture (MPEG)Your camcorder compresses picture data in MPEG format (extension .mpg).Typical image data file nameStill image100-0001: This file name appears on the screen of your camcorder.Dsc00001.jpg: This file name appears on the display of your computer.Moving pictureMOV00001: This file name appears on the screen of your camcorder.Mov00001.mpg: This file name appears on the display of your computer.Using a “Memory Stick”•You cannot record or erase images when the write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick”is set to LOCK.•The position and shape of the write-protect tab may be different depending on themodel.•We recommend backing up important data on the hard disk of your computer.•Image data may be damaged in the following cases:–If you eject the “Memory Stick” or turn the power off during reading or writing.–If you use “Memory Stick”s near static electricity or magnetic fields.•Prevent metallic objects or your finger from coming into contact with the metal partsof the terminal.•Stick the label at the labeling position.•Do not bend, drop or apply strong shock to “Memory Stick”s.•Do not disassemble or modify “Memory Stick”s.•Do not let “Memory Stick”s get wet.•Do not use or keep “Memory Stick”s in locations that are:–Extremely hot such as in a car parked in the sun or under the scorching sun.–Under direct sunlight–Very humid or subject to corrosive gases•When you carry or store a “Memory Stick,” put it in its case.— “Memory Stick” Operations —Using a “Memory Stick” – IntroductionWrite-protect tab Labeling positionTerminal
118“Memory Stick”s formatted on computer“Memory Stick”s formatted on Windows OS or Macintosh computers are notguaranteed compatible with your camcorder.Notes on image data compatibility•Image data files recorded on “Memory Stick”s by your camcorder conform with theDesign Rules for Camera File Systems universal standard established by the JEITA(Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). You cannotplay back on your camcorder still images recorded on other equipment (DCR-TRV890E/TRV900/TRV900E or DSC-D700/D770) that does not conform with thisuniversal standard. (These models are not sold in some areas.)•If you cannot use the “Memory Stick” that is used with other equipment, format itwith this camcorder (p. 204). However, formatting erases all information on the“Memory Stick.”•“Memory Stick” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.•All other product names mentioned here may be the trademarks or registeredtrademarks of their respective companies.“TM” and “®” are not mentioned in each case in this manual.Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction
119“Memory Stick” OperationsInserting a “Memory Stick”Insert a “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick” slot as far as it can go with the B markfacing as illustrated.Ejecting a “Memory Stick”Press the “Memory Stick” once lightly.While the access lamp is lit or flashingDo not shake or knock your camcorder because your camcorder is reading the datafrom the “Memory Stick” or recording the data on the “Memory Stick.” Do not turn thepower off, eject a “Memory Stick.” Otherwise, image data may become damaged.If “ MEMORY STICK ERROR” is displayedReinsert “Memory Stick” a few times. The “Memory Stick” may be damaged if theindicator is still displayed. If this occurs, use another “Memory Stick.”“Memory Stick” slotB markAccess lampUsing a “Memory Stick” – Introduction
120Using a “Memory Stick” – IntroductionUsing a touch panelMost operation buttons for use of “Memory Stick”s are displayed on the LCD screen.Touch the LCD screen directly with your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-TRV50only) to operate each function.(1)Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Makesure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.(2)Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. Operation buttons appear on the LCDscreen. You can switch the memory playback/memory camera by pressingPLAY/CAM.(3)Press FN. Operation buttons appear on the LCD screen.(4)Press PAGE2 to go to PAGE2. Operation buttons appear on the LCD screen.(5)Press PAGE3 to go to PAGE3. Operation buttons appear on the LCD screen.(6)Press a desired operation item.Refer to relevant pages for each function.FN 13~62FNINDEXPLAY FNINDEXCAMSPOTFOCUS PLAY INDEX SPOTMETERSELFTIMERMEMMIX9PICPRINTLCDBRT PLAY INDEXPLAY INDEX+–PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3SLIDESHOWPAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3EXITEXITEXIT1360 1/12SFN1360 1/12SFN1360 1/12SFNVCRMEMORY/NETWORKCAMERAOFF(CHG)POWERLOCKIn the memory cameraIn the memorycamera In the memoryplayback (stillimage)
121“Memory Stick” OperationsTo return to FNPress EXIT.To execute settingsPress OK.To cancel settingsPress OFF to return to PAGE1/PAGE2/PAGE3.Notes•When using the touch panel, press operation buttons with your thumb supporting theLCD screen from the back side of it or press those buttons lightly with your indexfinger.•Do not press the LCD screen with sharp objects other than the supplied stylus. (DCR-TRV50 only)•Do not press the LCD screen too hard.•Do not touch the LCD screen with wet hands.•If FN is not on the LCD screen, touch the LCD screen lightly to make it appear. Youcan control the display with DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL on your camcorder.•When operation buttons do not work even if you press them, an adjustment isrequired (CALIBRATION) (p. 230).•When the LCD screen gets dirty, clean it with the supplied cleaning cloth.When executing each itemThe green bar appears above the item.If the items are not availableThe color of the items changes to gray.Press FN to display the following buttons:In the memory cameraPAGE1 SELFTIMER, SPOT FOCUS, PLAY, INDEX, SPOT METERPAGE2 LCD BRT, PLAY, INDEX, MEM MIXPAGE3 SLIDE SHOW, PLAY, INDEX, 9PIC PRINTIn the memory playbackPAGE1 PB ZOOM, CAM, INDEX, DELETE, +, –PAGE2 LCD BRT, CAM, INDEX, DATA CODE, +, –PAGE3 SLIDE SHOW, CAM, INDEX, 9PIC PRINT, +, –Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction
122Selecting the still image qualityYou can select the image quality in still image recording. The default setting is SUPERFINE.(1)Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only) or VCR.Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.(2)Press MENU, then select STILL SET in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial(p. 203).(3)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select QUALITY , then press the dial.(4)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired image quality , then pressthe dial.Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction134VCRMEMORY/NETWORKCAMERAOFF(CHG)POWERLOCKMEMORY SET STILL SET BURST QUALITY IMAGESIZE RETURNSUPER FINEFINESTANDARD[MENU] : ENDREMAIN 12MEMORY SET STILL SET BURST QUALITY IMAGESIZE RETURNSTANDARD[MENU] : ENDREMAIN 36MENU
123“Memory Stick” OperationsImage quality settingsSetting MeaningSUPER FINE (SFN) This is the highest image quality in your camcorder.The number of still images you can record is less thanin FINE mode. Super fine images are compressed toabout 1/3.FINE (FINE) Use this mode when you want to record high qualityimages. Fine images are compressed to about 1/6.STANDARD (STD) This is the standard image quality in your camcorder.Standard images are compressed to about 1/10.NoteIn some cases, changing the image quality may not affect the image quality, dependingon the type of images you are shooting.Differences in image qualityRecorded images are compressed in JPEG format before being stored in memory. Thememory capacity allotted to each image varies depending on the selected image qualityand image size. Details are shown in the table below. (You can select 1360 × 1020 or 640× 480 image size in the menu settings.)1360 × 1020 image sizeImage quality Memory capacitySUPER FINE About 900 KBFINE About 450 KBSTANDARD About 300 KB640 × 480 image sizeImage quality Memory capacitySUPER FINE About 190 KBFINE About 100 KBSTANDARD About 60 KBImage quality indicatorThe image quality indicator is not displayed during playback.When you select image qualityThe number of images you can shoot in the currently selected image quality appears onthe screen.Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction
124Selecting the image sizeYou can select either of two image sizesStill images: 1360 × 1020 or 640 × 480. (When the POWER switch is set to CAMERAor VCR, the image size is automatically set to 640 × 480.)The default setting is 1360 × 1020.Moving pictures: 320 × 240 or 160 × 112The default setting is 320 × 240.(1)Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Makesure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.(2)Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select STILL SET (stillimage) or MOVIE SET (moving picture) in , then press the dial (p. 203).(3)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IMAGESIZE, then press the dial.(4)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired image size, then press thedial.The indicator changes as follows:Still images:1360 640Moving pictures:320 160Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction341VCRMEMORY/NETWORKCAMERAOFF(CHG)POWERLOCK3201360MEMORY SET STILL SET BURST QUALITY IMAGESIZE RETURN 1360 × 1020 640 × 480[MENU] : ENDMEMORY SET MOVIE SET IMAGESIZE REMAIN RETURN320 × 240160 × 112[MENU] : ENDREMAIN 40secMEMORY SET STILL SET BURST QUALITY IMAGESIZE RETURN 640 × 480[MENU] : ENDREMAIN 60REMAIN 12MEMORY SET MOVIE SET IMAGESIZE REMAIN RETURN160 × 112[MENU] : ENDREMAIN 2minSTILL SET MOVIE SETSTILL SET MOVIE SETMENU
125“Memory Stick” OperationsUsing a “Memory Stick” – IntroductionImage size settingsSetting Meaning Indicator1360 × 1020 Records 1360 × 1020 still images.1360640 × 480 Records 640 × 480 still images.640320 × 240 Records 320 × 240 moving pictures.320160 × 112 Records 160 × 112 moving pictures.160Approximate number of still images you can record on a“Memory Stick”The number of images you can record varies depending on which image quality andimage size you select and the complexity of the subject.Approximate time of moving pictures you can record on a“Memory Stick”The time of moving pictures you can record varies depending on which image size youselect and the complexity of the subject.The table above shows approximate number and times of still images and movingpictures you can record on a “Memory Stick” formatted by your camcorder.NoteWhen still images recorded on your camcorder in 1360 × 1020 size are played back onother equipment that does not support 1360 × 1020 size, the full image may not appear. Type of “Memory Stick”sImage size 8MB 16MB 32MB 64MB 128MB(supplied) (optional) (optional) (optional) (optional)320 × 240 1 min. 2 min. 5 min. 10 min. 21 min.20 sec. 40 sec. 20 sec. 40 sec. 20 sec.160 × 112 5 min. 10 min. 21 min. 42 min. 85 min.20 sec. 40 sec. 20 sec. 40 sec. 20 sec.Type of “Memory Stick”sImage quality Image size 8MB 16MB 32MB 64MB 128MB(supplied) (optional) (optional) (optional) (optional)SUPER FINE 1360 × 1020 8 images 17 images 35 images 71 images 140 images640 × 480 40 images 80 images 160 images 325 images 650 imagesFINE 1360 × 1020 17 images 34 images 69 images 140 images 280 images640 × 480 80 images 160 images 325 images 650 images 1310 imagesSTANDARD 1360 × 1020 25 images 50 images 100 images 205 images 415 images640 × 480 120 images 240 images 485 images 980 images 1970 images
126You can record still images on “Memory Stick”s.Before operationInsert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.(1)Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Makesure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.(2)Press PHOTO lightly. The green z mark stops flashing, then lights up. Thebrightness of the image and focus are adjusted, being targeted for the middleof the image and are fixed. Recording does not start yet.(3)Press PHOTO deeper.The still image will be displayed after the shutter sounds.Recording is complete when the bar scroll indicator disappears.The image when you pressed PHOTO deeper will be recorded on the“Memory Stick.”You can record still images on “Memory Stick”s in the taperecording or tape recording standbyFor the details, see page 47.Recording still images on “MemoryStick”s – Memory Photo recording321 / 12SFN1360SFN1360FNINDEXPLAYFNINDEXPLAYPHOTOPHOTO1LOCKVCRMEMORY/NETWORKCAMERAOFF(CHG)POWER[a][b][a]: Number of recorded images[b]: Approximate number of images that canbe recorded on the “Memory Stick”
127“Memory Stick” OperationsRecording still images on “Memory Stick”s– Memory Photo recordingWhen the POWER switch is set to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only)The following functions do not work:–Wide mode–Digital zoom–SteadyShot–Super NightShot–Color Slow Shutter–Fader–Picture effect–Digital effect–Title–Sports lesson of PROGRAM AE (The indicator flashes.)While you are recording a still imageYou can neither turn off the power nor press PHOTO.When you press PHOTO on the Remote CommanderYour camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen when you pressthe button.When you press PHOTO lightly in step 2The image momentarily flickers. This is not a malfunction.Recording dataThe recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) are not displayedwhile recording. However, they are recorded automatically onto the “Memory Stick.”To display the recording data, press DATA CODE during playback. You can also usethe Remote Commander for this opration (p. 42).When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only)The angle of view is slightly larger compared with the angle of view when the POWERswitch is set to CAMERA.
128Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s– Memory Photo recordingRecording images continuouslyYou can record still images continuously. Before recording, select one of the four modesdescribed below in the menu settings.NORMAL [a]Your camcorder shoots up to three still images in 1360 × 1020 size or nine still images in640 × 480 size at about 0.5 sec intervals. ( )HIGH SPEED [a]Your camcorder shoots up to 16 still images in 640 × 480 size at about 0.07 sec intervals.( )EXP BRKTG (Exposure Bracketing)Your camcorder automatically shoots three images at about 0.5 sec intervals at differentexposures. ( )MULTI SCRN (Multi Screen) [b]Your camcorder shoots nine still images at about 0.4 sec intervals and displays theimages on a single page divided into nine boxes. Still images are recorded in 640 × 480size. ( )[a] [b]
129“Memory Stick” Operations(1)Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Makesure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.(2)Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select STILL SET in ,then press the dial (p. 203).(3)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select BURST, then press the dial.(4)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired setting, then press thedial.(5)Press MENU to make the menu setting disappear.(6)Press PHOTO deeper.If the capacity of the “Memory Stick” becomes full” FULL” appears on the screen, and you cannot record a still image on this “MemoryStick.”The number of still images in continuous shootingThe number of still images you can shoot continuously varies depending on the imagesize and the capacity of the “Memory Stick.”During recording still images continuouslyThe flash does not work.When shooting with the self-timer or the Remote CommanderYour camcorder automatically records up to the maximum recordable number of stillimages.Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s– Memory Photo recording34MEMORY SET STILL SET BURST QUALITY IMAGESIZE RETURNOFF[MENU] : ENDMEMORY SET STILL SET BURST QUALITY IMAGESIZE RETURNOFFNORMALHIGH SPEEDEXP BRKTGMULTI SCRN[MENU] : ENDMEMORY SET STILL SET BURST QUALITY IMAGESIZE RETURNHIGH SPEED[MENU] : ENDMEMORY SET STILL SET BURST QUALITY IMAGESIZE RETURNOFFNORMALHIGH SPEEDEXP BRKTGMULTI SCRN[MENU] : ENDPHOTOMENU
130When selecting NORMAL or HIGH SPEEDRecording continues up to the maximum number of still images during pressingPHOTO deeper. Release PHOTO to stop recording.When selecting HIGH SPEEDFlickering or changes in color may occur. Also, your camcorder prevents focusing onnear objects.If there is space remaining on the “Memory Stick” for less than three photosYou cannot carry out the exposure bracketing (EXP BRKTG). “ FULL” is displayedwhen you press PHOTO.The effect of exposure bracketing (EXP BRKTG)The effect may not appear clearly on the LCD screen.Checking images on a TV monitor or computer display for the expected effect isrecommended.Recording images with the flashThe flash automatically pops up to strobe. The default setting is auto (no indicator). Tochange the flash mode, press (flash) repeatedly until the flash mode indicatorappears on the screen.Each press of (flash) changes the indicator as follows: t t t No indicator Auto red-eye reduction: The flash fires before recording to reduce the red-eyephenomenon. Forced flash: The flash fires regardless of the surrounding brightness. No flash: The flash does not fire.The flash is automatically adjusted to the appropriate brightness. You can also changeFLASH LVL to the desired brightness in the menu settings (p. 200). Try recordingvarious images to find the most appropriate setting for FLASH LVL.Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s– Memory Photo recording (flash)
131“Memory Stick” OperationsRecording still images on “Memory Stick”s– Memory Photo recordingNotes•The recommended shooting distance using the built-in flash is 0.3 m to 2.5 m (31/32feet to 8 1/3 feet).•Attaching the lens hood (supplied) or a conversion lens (optional) may block the lightfrom the flash or cause lens shadow to appear.•You cannot use an external flash (optional) and the built-in flash at the same time.• (auto red-eye reduction) may not produce the desired effect depending onindividual differences, the distance to the subject, the subject not looking at the pre-recording flash or other conditions.•The flash effect cannot be obtained easily when you use forced flash in a brightlocation.•If it is not easy to focus on a subject automatically, for example, when recording in thedark, use HOLOGRAM AF (p. 132) or the focal distance information (p. 70) forfocusing manually.If you leave your camcorder for five or more minutes after disconnecting thepower supplyYour camcorder returns to the default setting (auto).The flash does not fire even if you select auto and (auto red-eye reduction)during the following operations:–NightShot–Exposure–Flexible Spot meter–Spotlight of PROGRAM AE–Sunset & moon of PROGRAM AE–Landscape of PROGRAM AEWhen you use an external flash (optional) which does not have the auto red-eyereductionYou cannot select the auto red-eye reduction.During recording images continuouslyThe flash does not work.
132Shooting with an auxiliary light – HOLOGRAM AFThe HOLOGRAM AF is an auxiliary light source used for focusing on subjects in darkplaces.Set HOLOGRAM F in to AUTO in the menu settings. (The default setting is AUTO.)When appears on the screen in a dark place, press PHOTO lightly. Then theauxiliary light will automatically emit until the subject is focused.About HOLOGRAM AF“HOLOGRAM AF (Auto-Focus),” an application of laser holograms, is a new AFoptical system that enables still image shooting in dark places. Having gentler radiationthan conventional high-brightness LEDs or lamps, the system satisfies Laser Class 1 (*)specification and thus maintains higher safety for human eyes.No safety problems will be caused by directly looking into the HOLOGRAM AF emitterat a close range. However, it is not recommended to do so, because you may experiencesuch effects like several minutes of image residual and dazzling, that you encounterafter looking into a flashlight.* HOLOGRAM AF satisfies Class 1(time base 30 000 seconds), specified in all of JIS(Japan), IEC(EU), and FDA(US) industry standards.Complying with these standards identifies the laser product to be safe, under acondition that a human looks at the laser light either directly or even through a lensfor 30 000 seconds.Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s– Memory Photo recordingHOLOGRAM AF emitter
133“Memory Stick” OperationsRecording still images on “Memory Stick”s– Memory Photo recordingNotes•A conversion lens (optional) may obstruct the HOLOGRAM AF light and makefocusing difficult.•If enough light does not reach the subject even if the HOLOGRAM AF emitter isemitted (recommended shooting distance is 2.5 m (8 1/3 feet)), the subject will not befocused.•Focusing may be hampered if the light emitted from the HOLOGRAM AF is blockedby an obstruction.•Focus is achieved as long as HOLOGRAM AF light reaches to the subject even if itslight is slightly out of the middle position of the subject.•If HOLOGRAM AF light is dim, it sometimes becomes difficult to focus. If thishappens, wipe the HOLOGRAM AF emitter with a soft, dry cloth.The HOLOGRAM AF does not emit when:–Flash is set to No flash–NightShot is set to ON–Focusing manually–Using Spot Focus–Sunset & moon of PROGRAM AE–Landscape of PROGRAM AE–Continuous photo recordingWhen you use the external flash (optional)HOLOGRAM AF emits.
134Self-timer memory photo recordingYou can record images on “Memory Stick”s with the self-timer. You can also use theRemote Commander for this operation.(1)Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Makesure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.(2)Press FN to display PAGE1.(3)Press SELFTIMER.The (self-timer) indicator appears on the screen.(4)Press PHOTO deeper.Self-timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep. In the last two seconds ofthe countdown, the beep gets faster, then recording starts automatically.To cancel the self-timerPress SELFTIMER so that the (self-timer) indicator disappears on the screen. Youcannot cancel self-timer using the Remote Commander.NoteThe self-timer recording is automatically canceled when:–Self-timer recording is finished.–The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR.Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s– Memory Photo recording2FN4PHOTOPHOTO
135“Memory Stick” OperationsYour camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as a stillimage on a “Memory Stick.” Your camcorder can also capture moving picture datathrough the input connector and record it as a still image on a “Memory Stick.”Before operation•Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder.•Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.(1)Set the POWER switch to VCR.(2)Press N. Moving pictures recorded on the tape are played back.(3)Press PHOTO lightly until picture you want to capture from the tape freezesand CAPTURE appears on the screen. Recording does not start yet.To change from the image selected to another image, release PHOTO once andpress it lightly again.(4)Press PHOTO deeper. The image displayed on the screen will be recorded onthe “Memory Stick.” Recording is complete when the bar scroll indicatordisappears.234CAPTUREFNINDEXPB FNINDEXPB1 / 12SFN640SFN640REW PLAY FFPHOTOPHOTORecording images from a tape as stillimages[a]: Number of recorded images[b]: Approximate number of images that canbe recorded on the “Memory Stick”[a][b]
136Image size of still imagesImage size is automatically set to 640 × 480.When the access lamp is lit or flashingDo not shake or strike the unit. Also, do not turn the power off , eject a “Memory Stick.”Otherwise, image data may become damaged.If “ ” appears on the screenThe inserted “Memory Stick” is incompatible with your camcorder because its formatdoes not conform with your camcorder. Check the format of the “Memory Stick.”If you press PHOTO lightly in the playbackYour camcorder stops momentarily.Sound recorded on a tapeYou cannot record audio from a tape.Titles already recorded on cassettesYou cannot record titles on “Memory Stick”s. Titles do not appear while you arerecording a still image with PHOTO.Recording date/timeThe recording data (date/time) when it is recorded on a “Memory Stick” is recorded.Various settings are not recorded.Data codes recorded on a tape cannot be recorded on a “Memory Stick”.When you press PHOTO on the Remote CommanderYour camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen when you pressthe button.Recording images from a tape as still images
137“Memory Stick” OperationsRecording images from a tape as still imagesRecording a still image from external equipmentBefore operationSet DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.)(1)Set the POWER switch to VCR.(2)Play back the recorded tape, or turn the TV on to see the desired program.The image of the external equipment is displayed on the screen.(3)Follow steps 3 and 4 on page 135.Using the A/V connecting cableConnect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video jack on the VCR orthe TV.If your TV or 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 theTV or VCR.AUDIO/VIDEOS VIDEOS VIDEOVIDEOOUTAUDIO: Signal flowVCRYellowA/V connecting cable (supplied)
138Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)NoteIn the following instances, recording is interrupted or “ REC ERROR” is displayed,and recording is not possible. Record distortion-free images.–When recording on a tape in a poor recording state, for example, on a tape that hasbeen repeatedly used for dubbing–When attempting to input images that are distorted due to poor radio wave receptionwhen a TV tuner unit is in useRecording images from a tape as still imagesDVDV OUTDV IN/OUT: Signal flow i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional)
139“Memory Stick” OperationsYou can superimpose a still image you have recorded on the “Memory Stick” on themoving picture you are recording. You can record the superimposed images on a tapeor a “Memory Stick.” (However, you can record only superimposed still images on the“Memory Stick.”)M. CHROM (memory chroma key)You can swap a blue area of a still image such as an illustration or a frame with amoving picture.M. LUMI (memory luminance key)You can swap a brighter area of a still image such as a handwritten illustration or titlewith a moving picture. Record a title on the “Memory Stick” before a trip or event forconvenience.C. CHROM (camera chroma key)You can superimpose a moving picture on a still image such as an image that can beused as background. Shoot the subject against a blue background. The blue area of themoving picture will be swapped with a still image.M. OVERLAP* (memory overlap)You can make a moving picture fade in on top of a still image recorded on the “MemoryStick” as the overlap.* The superimposed image using Memory overlap can be recorded on tapes only.Superimposing a still image in the“Memory Stick” on an image– MEMORY MIXM. CHROMM C A MC H R O MStill image Moving pictureBlueM. OVERLAP*Still image Moving pictureC. CHROMC A M MC H R O MStill image Moving pictureBlueM. LUMIM C A M L U M IStill image Moving pictureO V E R – L A P
140Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image– MEMORY MIXRecording superimposed images on a tapeBefore operation•Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder.•Insert a “Memory Stick” recorded still images into your camcorder.(1)Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.(2)Press FN to display PAGE1.(3)Press MEM MIX. The last recorded or last composed image appears on thelower part of the screen as a thumbnail image.(4)Press –/+ on the right lower corner of the screen to select the still image whichyou want to superimpose.–: To see the previous image+: To see the next image(5)Press a desired mode. The still image is superimposed on the moving picture.(6)Press –/+ on the left lower corner of the screen to adjust the effect, then press OK to return to PAGE1.M. CHROM: Blue chroma key (only blue background portion) to extract astill image and superimpose it on a moving imageM. LUMI: Brightness level used when extracting a still image andsuperimposing it on a moving imageC. CHROM: Blue chroma key (only blue background portion) to extract amoving picture and superimpose it on a still imageM. OVERLAP: No adjustment necessaryThe fewer bars there are on the screen, the stronger the effect.(7)Press EXIT to return to FN.(8)Press START/STOP to start recording.
141“Memory Stick” OperationsSuperimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image– MEMORY MIXTo change the still image to be superimposedPress –/+ on the right lower corner before step 6.To cancel MEMORY MIXPress OFF to return to PAGE1.Notes•You cannot use the MEMORY MIX for moving pictures recorded on “Memory Stick”s.•When the overlapping still image has a large amount of white, the thumbnail image ofthe picture may not be clear.Image data modified on your computer or shot with other equipmentYou may not be able to play back modified images with your camcorder.When you select M. OVERLAPYou cannot change the still image or the mode setting.During recordingYou cannot change the mode setting.To record the superimposed image as a still imagePress PHOTO deeper in step 8 (You should set PHOTO REC in to TAPE in themenu settings beforehand).3,456FNMEMM I X+–+–21100–0001+–MEM MIXMCCAMLUMI OVER-LAPOFF OKMCCAMCHROMCAMCMCHROMM. LUMI100–0001+–MEM MIXOFF OK+–M. LUMI100–0001+–MEM MIXOFF OK+–VCRMEMORY/NETWORKCAMERAOFF(CHG)POWERStill image
142Recording superimposed images on a “Memory Stick” as a stillimageBefore operationInsert a “Memory Stick” recorded still images into your camcorder.(1)Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Makesure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.(2)Press FN and select PAGE2.(3)Press MEM MIX. The last recorded or last composed image appears on thelower part of the screen as a thumbnail image.(4)Press –/+ on the right lower corner of the screen to select the still image whichyou want to superimpose.–: To see the previous image+: To see the next image(5)Press a desired mode. The still image is superimposed on the moving picture.(6)Press –/+ on the left lower corner of the screen to adjust the effect, then press OK to return to PAGE2.M. CHROM: Blue chroma key (only blue background portion) to extract astill image and superimpose it on a moving imageM. LUMI: Brightness level used when extracting a still image andsuperimposing it on a moving imageC. CHROM: Blue chroma key (only blue background portion) to extract amoving picture and superimpose it on a still imageThe fewer bars there are on the screen, the stronger the effect.(7)Press EXIT to return to FN.(8)Press PHOTO deeper to start recording.The image displayed on the screen will be recorded on a “Memory Stick.”Recording is complete when the bar scroll indicator disappears.Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image– MEMORY MIX
143“Memory Stick” OperationsSuperimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image– MEMORY MIXTo change the still image to be superimposedPress –/+ on the right lower corner before step 6.To cancel MEMORY MIXPress OFF to return to PAGE2.Notes•You cannot use MEMORY MIX for moving pictures recorded on “Memory Stick”s.•When the overlapping still image has a large amount of white, the thumbnail image ofthe picture may not be clear.Image size of still picturesImage size is automatically set to 640 × 480.Image data modified with your computers or shot with other equipmentYou may not be able to play back modified images with your camcorder.During recordingYou cannot change the mode setting.When recording images on a “Memory Stick” using the MEMORY MIXThe PROGRAM AE does not work. (The indicator flashes.)The “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder stores 20 images–For M. CHROM: 18 images (such as a frame) 100-0001~100-0018–For C. CHROM: two images (such as a background) 100-0019~100-0020Sample imagesSample images stored in the “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder areprotected (p. 167).3,456FNMEMM I X+–+–VCRMEMORY/NETWORKCAMERAOFF(CHG)POWER21100–0001+–MEM MIXMCCAMLUMIOFF OKMCCAMCHROMCAMCMCHROMM. LUMI100–0001+–MEM MIXOFF OK+–M. LUMI100–0001+–MEM MIXOFF OK+–Still image
144You can record moving pictures with sound on “Memory Stick”s.The picture and sound and recorded up to the capacity of “Memory Stick” (MPEGMOVIE EX).Before operationInsert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.(1)Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Makesure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.(2)Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The camera recordinglamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up. The picture and soundare recorded up to the remaining capacity of “Memory Stick”. For moreinformation about recording time, see page 125.To stop recordingPress START/STOP.Recording moving pictures on “MemoryStick”s – MPEG movie recording232040min REC 0:00:0315minBBBFNINDEXPLAY[a][b][a]: Recording time that can be recorded onthe “Memory Stick”.[a] [b]: These indicators are displayed for fiveseconds after pressing START/STOP.This indicator is not recorded.
145“Memory Stick” OperationsNoteSound is recorded in monaural.When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only)The following functions do not work:–Wide mode–Digital zoom–SteadyShot–Super NightShot–Color Slow Shutter–Fader–Picture effect–Digital effect–Title–Sports lesson of PROGRAM AE (The indicator flashes.)When using an external flash (optional)Turn the power of the external flash off when recording moving pictures on “MemoryStick”s. Otherwise, the charging sound for the flash may be recorded.Recording date/timeThe date/time are not displayed while recording. However, they are automaticallyrecorded onto the “Memory Stick.”To display the recording date/time, press DATA CODE during playback. You can alsouse the Remote Commander for this operation (p. 42). Various settings cannot berecorded.During recording on “Memory Stick”Do not eject the cassette tape from your camcorder. During ejecting the tape, sound isrecorded on the “Memory Stick.”When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only)The angle of view is slightly larger compared with the angle of view when the POWERswitch is set to CAMERA.Recording moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s– MPEG movie recording
146Self-timer MPEG movie recordingYou can record moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s with the self-timer. You can alsouse the Remote Commander for this operation.(1)Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only). Makesure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.(2)Press FN to display PAGE1.(3)Press SELFTIMER.The (self-timer) indicator appears on the screen.(4)Press START/STOP.Self-timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep. In the last two seconds ofthe countdown, the beep gets faster, then recording starts automatically.To stop the countdownPress START/STOP. To restart the self-timer, press START/STOP again.To cancel the self-timerPress SELFTIMER so that the (self-timer) indicator disappears on the screen. Youcannot cancel self-timer using the Remote Commander.NoteThe self-timer recording is automatically canceled when:–Self-timer recording is finished.–The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR.Recording moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s– MPEG movie recording2FN4START/STOP
147“Memory Stick” OperationsYour camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as amoving picture on a “Memory Stick.” Your camcorder can also capture moving picturedata through the input connector and record it as a moving picture on a “MemoryStick.”Before operation•Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder.•Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.(1)Set the POWER switch to VCR.(2)Press N. The picture recorded on the tape is played back.And press X at the scene where you want to start recording from.(3)Press START/STOP on your camcorder. The picture and sound are recordedup to the remaining capacity of the “Memory Stick”. For more informationabout recording time, see page 125.To stop recordingPress START/STOP.Recording pictures from tape as a movingpicture32320BBBN40min REC 0:00:0315min0:15:42:43PLAY PAUSEFNINDEXPB[a]: The recording time that can berecorded on the “Memory Stick.”[a] [b]: This indicator is displayed forfive seconds after pressing START/STOP. This indicator is not recorded.[a][b]
148Notes•Sound recorded in 48 kHz is converted to 32 kHz sound when recording images froma tape to “Memory Stick”s.•Sound recorded in stereo is converted to monaural sound when recording from tape.When the access lamp is lit or flashingDo not shake or knock the unit. Also, do not turn the power off , eject a “MemoryStick”. Otherwise, image data may become damaged.Titles already recorded on cassettesYou cannot record titles on “Memory Stick”s. Titles do not appear while you arerecording moving picture with START/STOP.If “ AUDIO ERROR” is displayedSound that cannot be recorded by your camcorder has been recorded. Connect the A/Vconnecting cable to input images from external equipment used to play back the image(p. 149).Recording date/timeThe recording data (date/time) when it is recorded on “Memory Stick” is recorded.Various settings are not recorded.Data codes recorded on a tape cannot be recorded on a “Memory Stick”.Recording pictures from tape as a moving picture
149“Memory Stick” OperationsRecording a moving picture from external equipmentBefore operationSet DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.)(1)Set the POWER switch to VCR.(2)Play back the recorded tape, or turn the TV on to see the desired program.The image of the other equipment is displayed on the screen.(3)Follow the procedure on page 147 from the step 3 onwards at the point whereyou want to start recording from.Using the A/V connecting cableIf your TV or 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 theTV or VCR.Recording pictures from tape as a moving pictureS VIDEOVIDEOOUT AUDIO/VIDEOS VIDEOAUDIO: Signal flowVCRYellowWhiteA/V connecting cable (supplied)Red
150Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)NoteIn the following instances, “ REC ERROR” is displayed and you cannot recordpictures.–When recording on a tape in a poor recording state, for example, on a tape that hasbeen repeatedly used for dubbing–When attempting to input images that are distorted due to poor radio wave receptionwhen a TV tuner unit is in use– When the input signal is cut offDuring recording on “Memory Stick”Do not eject the cassette tape from your camcorder.Recording pictures from tape as a moving pictureDV OUTDV IN/OUTDV: Signal flow i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional)

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