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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201Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the default settings with the menuIcon/itemCAMERA SETD ZOOMPHOTO REC16:9WIDESTEADYSHOTFRAME RECINT. RECHOLOGRAM FModezOFF20×120×zMEMORYTAPEzOFFONzONOFFzOFFONONzOFFSETzAUTOOFFMeaningTo deactivate the digital zoom. Up to 10× zoomis performed.To activate the digital zoom. More than 10× to20× zoom is performed digitally (p. 31)To activate the digital zoom. More than 10× to120× zoom is performed digitallyTo record still images on “Memory Stick”s whenyou press PHOTO in the tape recording or taperecording standby (p. 47)To record still images on tape when you pressPHOTO in the tape recording or tape recordingstandby (p. 52)——To record a 16:9 wide picture (p. 55)To compensate for camera-shakeTo cancel the SteadyShot. Natural pictures areproduced when shooting a stationary objectwith a tripod.To deactivate Frame recordingTo activate Frame recording (p. 74)To activate interval recording (p. 72)To deactivate interval recordingTo set the INTERVAL and REC TIME forinterval recordingThe HOLOGRAM AF emits when focusing onsubjects is difficult in dark places (p. 132)The HOLOGRAM AF does not emit.POWERswitchCAMERACAMERACAMERACAMERACAMERACAMERAMEMORY/NETWORKNotes on the SteadyShot•The SteadyShot will not correct excessive camera-shake.•Attachment of a conversion lens (optional) may influence the SteadyShot.If you cancel the SteadyShotThe SteadyShot off indicator appears. Your camcorder prevents excessivecompensation for camera-shake.(continued on the following page)
202Icon/itemVCR SETHiFi SOUNDAUDIO MIXA/VtDV OUTLCD/VF SETLCD B.L.LCD COLORVF B.L.MeaningTo play back a stereo tape or dual sound tracktape with main and sub sound (p. 221)To play back a stereo tape with the left sound ora dual sound tape with main soundTo play back a stereo tape with the right soundor a dual sound track tape with sub soundTo adjust the balance between the stereo 1 andstereo 2 (p. 109)To output digital images and sound in analogformat using your camcorderTo output analog images and sound in digitalformat using your camcorder (p. 196)To set the brightness on the LCD screen tonormalTo brighten the LCD screenTo adjust the color on the LCD screen, turn theSEL/PUSH EXE dial.To set the brightness on the viewfinder screen tonormalTo brighten the viewfinder screenModezSTEREO12——zOFFONzBRT NORMALBRIGHT——zBRT NORMALBRIGHTChanging the default settings with the menuPOWERswitchVCRVCRVCRVCRCAMERAMEMORY/NETWORKVCRCAMERAMEMORY/NETWORKVCRCAMERAMEMORY/NETWORKNotes on LCD B.L. and VF B.L.•When you select BRIGHT, battery life is reduced by about 10 percent duringrecording.•When you use power supplies other than the battery pack, BRIGHT is automaticallyselected.Even if you adjust LCD B.L., LCD COLOR and/or VF B.L.The recorded picture will not be affected.To get low-intensity To get high-intensityST1 ST2
203Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the default settings with the menuIcon/itemMEMORY SETSTILL SETBURSTQUALITYIMAGESIZEMOVIE SETIMAGESIZEREMAIN(continued on the following page)ModezOFFNORMALHIGH SPEEDEXP BRKTGMULTI SCRNzSUPER FINEFINESTANDARDz1360 × 1020640 × 480z320 × 240160 × 112zAUTOONMeaningTo not record continuously.To record from three to nine imagescontinuously (p. 128)To record up to 16 images continuously fastTo record three images continuously withdifferent exposureTo record nine images continuously, display theimages on a single page divided into nine boxesTo record still images in the finest image qualitymode (p. 122)To record still images in the fine image qualitymodeTo record still images in the standard imagequality modeTo record still images at 1360 × 1020 size(p. 124)To record still images at 640 × 480 sizeTo record moving pictures at 320 × 240 size(p. 124).To record moving pictures at 160 × 112 size.To display the remaining capacity of the“Memory Stick” in the following cases:•For five seconds after setting the POWERswitch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only) or VCR•For five seconds after setting the POWERswitch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only) or VCR and inserting a “MemoryStick”•When the remaining capacity of the “MemoryStick” is less than two minutes after setting thePOWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK(DCR-TRV50 only)•For five seconds from the start of movingpicture recording•For five seconds after completing a movingpicture recordingTo always display the remaining capacity of the“Memory Stick”POWERswitchMEMORY/NETWORKVCRMEMORY/NETWORKMEMORY/NETWORKVCRMEMORY/NETWORKVCRMEMORY/NETWORK
204Changing the default settings with the menuIcon/itemMEMORY SETPHOTO SAVEFILE NO.DELETE ALLFORMATMode——zSERIESRESET——zRETURNOKPOWERswitchVCRVCRMEMORY/NETWORKMEMORY/NETWORKMEMORY/NETWORKNotes on formatting•Do not do any of the following while FORMATTING is displayed:– Switch the POWER switch– Operate buttons– Eject the “Memory Stick”•The supplied or optional “Memory Stick” has been formatted at factory. Formatting“Memory Stick”s on your camcorder is not required.•You cannot format the “Memory Stick” if the write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick”is set to LOCK.•Format the “Memory Stick” when FORMAT ERROR is displayed.•Formatting erases protected image data on the “Memory Stick.”MeaningTo copy still images on tape onto “MemoryStick” (p. 154).To assign numbers to file in sequence even if the“Memory Stick” is changedTo reset the file numbering each time the“Memory Stick” is changedTo delete all unprotected images (p. 170)To cancel formattingTo format an inserted “Memory Stick”Formatting erases all information on the“Memory Stick”Check the contents of the “Memory Stick”before formatting.1.Select FORMAT.2.Select OK with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial,then press the dial.3.After EXECUTE appears, press SEL/PUSHEXEC dial. FORMATTING flashes duringformatting. COMPLETE appears whenformatting is finished.
205Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the default settings with the menuIcon/itemPRINT SETDATE/TIMECM SETTITLETITLEERASETITLE DSPLCM SEARCHTAPE TITLEERASE ALLModezOFFDATEDAY&TIME————zONOFFzONOFF————MeaningTo make prints without the recording date andtimeTo make prints with the recording date (p. 172)To make prints with the recording date and timeTo superimpose a title or make your own title(p. 110, 113)To erase the title you have superimposed(p. 112)To display the title you have superimposedTo not display the titleTo search using cassette memory (p. 80, 81, 83)To search without using cassette memoryTo label a cassette (p. 115)To erase all the data in cassette memory (p. 116)POWERswitchMEMORY/NETWORKVCRCAMERAVCRCAMERAVCRVCRVCRCAMERAVCRCAMERANote on PRINT SETDATE/TIME is displayed only when an external printer (optional) is connected to theintelligent accessory shoe.(continued on the following page)
206Icon/itemTAPE SETREC MODEAUDIO MODEqREMAINModezSPLPz12BIT16BITzAUTOONMeaningTo record in the SP (Standard Play) modeTo increase the recording time to 1.5 times theSP modeTo record in the 12-bit mode (two stereo sounds)To record in the 16-bit mode (one stereo soundwith high quality)To display the remaining tape bar:•For about eight seconds after a cassette isinserted and your camcorder calculates theremaining amount of tape•For about eight seconds after N orDISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL is pressedTo always display the remaining tape indicatorPOWERswitchVCRCAMERAVCRCAMERAVCRCAMERAChanging the default settings with the menuNotes on the LP mode•When you record a tape in the LP mode on your camcorder, we recommend playingthe tape on your camcorder. When you play back the tape on other camcorders orVCRs, noise may occur in pictures or sound.•When you record in the LP mode, we recommend using a Sony Excellence/Mastercassette so that you can get the most out of your camcorder.•You cannot dub audio on a tape recorded in the LP mode. Use the SP mode for thetape to be audio dubbed.•When you record in the SP and LP modes on one tape or you record some scenes inthe LP mode, the playback picture may be distorted or the time code may not bewritten properly between scenes.Notes on AUDIO MODE•You cannot dub audio on a tape recorded in the 16-bit mode.•When playing back a tape recorded in the 16-bit mode, you cannot adjust the balancein AUDIO MIX.
207Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the default settings with the menuIcon/itemSETUP MENUCLOCK SETUSB STREAMUSBCONNECTLTR SIZELANGUAGEDEMO MODEMode——zOFFONzNORMALPTPzNORMAL2×zENGLISHFRANÇAISESPAÑOLPORTUGUÊSzONOFFMeaningTo set the date or time (p. 20).To deactivate the USB streamingTo activate the USB streamingTo connect and recognize the “Memory Stick”drive.To connect and only copy a “Memory Stick”image from your camcorder to a computer (onlywith Windows XP or Mac OS X)1 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to selectUSBCONNECT followed by PTP, then pressthe dial to set.2 Insert the “Memory Stick” in the camcorder,and connect the camcorder to the computerusing a USB cable. Copy Wizard willautomatically start up.To display selected menu items in normal sizeTo display selected menu items at twice thenormal sizeTo display the following information indicatorsin English: min, REC, STBY and START.To display the information indicators in French.To display the information indicators inSpanish.To display the information indicators inPortuguese.To display the information indicators inChinese.To display the information indicators in Korean.To make the demonstration appearTo cancel the demonstrationPOWERswitchCAMERAMEMORY/NETWORKVCRCAMERAMEMORY/NETWORKVCRCAMERAMEMORY/NETWORKVCRCAMERAMEMORY/NETWORKCAMERANotes on DEMO MODE•You cannot select DEMO MODE when a cassette or a “Memory Stick” is inserted inyour camcorder.•When NIGHTSHOT is set to ON, the “NIGHTSHOT” indicator appears on the screenand you cannot select DEMO MODE in the menu settings.•The DEMO MODE default setting is STBY (Standby) and the demonstration startsabout 10 minutes after you have set the POWER switch to CAMERA without acassette and a “Memory Stick” inserted.To cancel the demonstration, insert a cassette or a “Memory Stick,” set the POWERswitch to other than CAMERA, or set DEMO MODE to OFF. To set to STBY (Standby)again, leave the DEMO MODE at ON in the menu settings, turn the POWER switch toOFF (CHG), and return the POWER switch to CAMERA.(continued on the following page)
208Icon/itemOTHERSDATA CODE*1AREA SETDST SET*2BEEPCOMMANDERMeaningTo display date, time and various settingsduring playback when pressing DATA CODEon the Remote Commander (p. 42)To display date and time during playback whenpressing DATA CODE on the RemoteCommanderTemporarily change the area where you areusing your camcorderNot during daylight saving timeDuring daylight saving timeTo output the melody when you start/stoprecording or when an unusual condition occurson your camcorderTo output the beep instead of the melodyTo cancel all sound including shutter soundTo activate the Remote Commander suppliedwith your camcorderTo deactivate the Remote Commander to avoiderroneous remote control operation caused byother VCR’s remote controlChanging the default settings with the menuModezDATE/CAMDATE——zOFFONzMELODYNORMALOFFzONOFF*1When using the Remote Commander.*2Instead of DST, SUMMERTIME is displayed on the screen for some models.POWERswitchVCRMEMORY/NETWORKCAMERAMEMORY/NETWORKCAMERAMEMORY/NETWORKVCRCAMERAMEMORY/NETWORKVCRCAMERAMEMORY/NETWORK
209Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the default settings with the menuIcon/itemOTHERSDISPLAYREC LAMPVIDEO EDITMeaningTo show the display on the LCD screen and inthe viewfinderTo show the display on the TV screen, LCDscreen and in the viewfinderTo light up the camera recording lamp at thefront of your camcorderTo turn the camera recording lamp off so thatthe person is not aware of the recordingTo cancel video editing.To make a program and perform video editing(p. 89)To make program and perform MPEG editing(p. 151)ModezLCDV-OUT/LCDzONOFFzRETURNTAPEMEMORYPOWERswitchVCRCAMERAMEMORY/NETWORKCAMERAMEMORY/NETWORKVCRNoteIf you press DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL with DISPLAY set to V-OUT/LCD in the menusettings, the picture from a TV or VCR will not appear on the LCD screen even whenyour camcorder is connected to outputs on the TV or VCR.When recording a close subjectWhen REC LAMP is set to ON, the red camera recording lamp on the front of thecamcorder may reflect on the subject if it is close. In this case, we recommend that youset REC LAMP to OFF.In more than five minutes after removing the power supplyThe WHT BAL, FLASH LVL, HiFi SOUND, AUDIO MIX and COMMANDER settingsare returned to their default settings.Other menu settings are held in memory even when the battery is removed.
210— Troubleshooting —Types of trouble and how to correcttroubleIf you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table totroubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power supply andcontact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If “C:ss:ss”appears on the screen, the self-diagnosis display function has worked. See page 217.In the recordingSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions•The POWER switch is not set to CAMERA.cSet it to CAMERA (p. 26).•The tape has run out.cRewind the cassette or insert a new one (p. 23, 44).•The write-protect tab is set to expose the red mark.cUse a new cassette or slide the tab (p. 23).•The tape is stuck to the drum (moisture condensation).cRemove the cassette and leave your camcorder for atleast one hour to acclimatize (p. 228).•While being operated when the POWER switch is set toCAMERA, your camcorder has been in the standby formore than five minutes.cSet the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) and then toCAMERA.•The battery pack is dead or nearly dead.cInstall a charged battery pack.•PHOTO REC is set to TAPE in the menu settings.cSet it to MEMORY (p. 201).•PHOTO REC is set to MEMORY in the menu settings.cSet it to TAPE (p. 201).•The viewfinder lens is not adjusted.cAdjust the viewfinder lens (p. 30).•STEADYSHOT is set to OFF in the menu settings.cSet it to ON (p. 201).•The setting is the manual focus.cSet FOCUS to the autofocus (p. 69).•Shooting conditions are not suitable for autofocus.cAdjust for manual focusing (p. 69).START/STOP does not operate.The power goes off.You cannot record still images on a“Memory Stick” in the tape recordingor tape recording standby.You cannot record still images on atape.The image on the viewfinder screenis not clear.The SteadyShot does not work.The autofocusing does not work.
211TroubleshootingSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions•The LCD panel is open.cClose the LCD panel (p. 28).•The contrast between the subject and background is toohigh. This is not a malfunction.•This is not a malfunction.•Slow shutter, Super NightShot or Color Slow Shutter isactivated. This is not a malfunction.•If 10 minutes elapse after you set the POWER switch toCAMERA or DEMO MODE is set to ON in the menusettings without a cassette and a “Memory Stick” inserted,your camcorder automatically starts the demonstration.cInsert a cassette or a “Memory Stick” and thedemonstration stops.You can also cancel DEMO MODE (p. 207).•NIGHTSHOT is set to ON.cSet it to OFF (p. 34).•NIGHTSHOT is set to ON in a bright place.cSet it to OFF (p. 34).•The backlight is active.cSet it off (p. 34).•BEEP is set to OFF in the menu settings.cSet it to MELODY or NORMAL (p. 208).•Set the STEADYSHOT in the menu settings to OFF(p. 201).•The power of the external flash is off or the power supplyis not installed.cTurn on the external flash or install the power supply.•Two or more external flashes (optional) are attached.cOnly one external flash (optional) can be attached. (continued on the following page)Types of trouble and how to correct troubleThe picture does not appear in theviewfinder.A vertical band appears when youshoot a subject such as lights or acandle flame against a darkbackground.A vertical band appears when youshoot a very bright subject.Some tiny white spots appear on thescreen.An unknown picture is displayed onthe screen.The picture is recorded in incorrect orunnatural colors.The picture appears too bright, andthe subject does not appear on thescreen.The click of the shutter does notsound.Black bands appear when yourecord TV or computer screen.An external flash (optional) does notwork.
212In the playbackSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions•The POWER switch is not set to VCR.cSet it to VCR (p. 40).•The cassette has run out of tape.cRewind the tape (p. 40).•The video heads may be dirty.cClean the heads using the cleaning cassette (optional)(p. 229).•The stereo tape is played back with HiFi SOUND set to 2in the menu settings.cSet it to STEREO (p. 202).•The volume is turned to minimum.cTurn up the volume (p. 40).•AUDIO MIX is set to ST2 in the menu settings.cAdjust AUDIO MIX (p. 202).•The cassette has no cassette memory.cUse a cassette with cassette memory (p. 81).•CM SEARCH is set to OFF in the menu settings.cSet it to ON (p. 205).•The tape has a blank portion between recorded portions(p. 82).•The cassette has no cassette memory.cUse a cassette with cassette memory (p. 80).•CM SEARCH is set to OFF in the menu settings.cSet it to ON (p. 205).•There is no title in the tape.cSuperimpose the titles (p. 110).•The tape has a blank portion between recorded portions(p. 80).•AUDIO MIX is set to the ST1 side in the menu settings.cAdjust AUDIO MIX (p. 109).•TITLE DSPL is set to OFF in the menu settings.cSet it to ON (p. 205).The tape does not move when avideo control button is pressed.The playback button does not work.There are horizontal lines on thepicture, or the playback picture is notclear or does not appear.No sound or only a low sound isheard when playing back a tape.During displaying the recorded date,date search does not work.The title search does not work.The new sound added to therecorded tape is not heard.The title is not displayed.Types of trouble and how to correct trouble
213TroubleshootingTypes of trouble and how to correct troubleIn the recording and playbackSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions•The battery pack is not installed, or is dead or nearly dead.cInstall a charged battery pack (p. 15, 16).•The AC power adaptor is not connected to a wall outlet.cConnect the AC power adaptor to a wall outlet (p. 19).•The cassette was ejected after recording when using acassette without cassette memory (p. 38).•You have not recorded on the new cassette yet (p. 39).•The tape has a blank portion at the beginning or midway(p. 38).•The operating temperature is too low.•The battery pack is not fully charged.cCharge the battery pack fully again (p. 16).•The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot berecharged.cReplace with a new battery pack (p. 15).•You have used the battery pack in an extremely hot orcold environment for a long time.•The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot berecharged.cReplace with a new battery pack (p. 15).•The battery is not fully charged.cInstall a charged battery pack (p. 15, 16).•A deviation has occurred in the remaining battery time.cCharge the battery pack fully again so that the indicationon the battery remaining indicator is correct (p. 16).•A deviation has occurred in the remaining battery time.cCharge the battery pack fully again so that the indicationon the battery remaining battery time indicator is correct(p. 16).•The power supply is disconnected.cConnect it firmly (p. 15, 19).•The battery is dead.cUse a charged battery pack (p. 15, 16).•Moisture condensation has occurred.cRemove the cassette and leave your camcorder for atleast one hour to acclimatize (p. 228).•The gold-plated connector of the cassette is dirty or dusty.cClean the gold-plated connector (p. 222).•The q REMAIN is set to AUTO in the menu settings.cSet it to ON to always display the remaining tapeindicator (p. 206). (continued on the following page)The power does not turn on.The end search does not work.The end search does not workcorrectly.The battery pack is quicklydischarged.The battery remaining time indicatordoes not indicate the correct time.The power goes off although thebattery remaining time indicatorindicates that the battery pack hasenough power to operate.The cassette cannot be removed fromthe holder.The % and Z indicators flash and nofunctions except for cassette ejectionwork. indicator does not appear whenusing a cassette with cassettememory.Remaining tape indicator is notdisplayed.
214Types of trouble and how to correct troubleWhen operating using the “Memory Stick”Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions•The POWER switch is not set to MEMORY/NETWORK(DCR-TRV50 only).cSet it to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only)(p. 126).•The “Memory Stick” is not inserted.cInsert a “Memory Stick” (p. 119).•The “Memory Stick” has already been full.cDelete unnecessary images and record again (p. 168).•The “Memory Stick” formatted incorrectly is inserted.cFormat the “Memory Stick” or use another “MemoryStick” (p. 119, 204).•The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set toLOCK.cRelease the lock (p. 117).•The image is protected.cCancel image protection (p. 167).•The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set toLOCK.cRelease the lock (p. 117).•The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set toLOCK.cRelease the lock (p. 117).•The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set toLOCK.cRelease the lock (p. 117).•The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set toLOCK.cRelease the lock (p. 117).•INDEX screen is not displayed.cPress INDEX to display the INDEX screen and protectthe image (p. 167).•The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set toLOCK.cRelease the lock (p. 117).•INDEX screen is not displayed.cThe print marks cannot be written to the single screen(p. 171).•The “Memory Stick” is full.cDelete unnecessary print marks and write a print markagain (p. 168).•You are trying to write a print mark on a moving picture.cPrint marks cannot be written on a moving picture.•The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set toLOCK.cRelease the lock (p. 117).•You may not be able to play back images in actual sizewhen you try to play back images recorded by otherequipment. This is not a malfunction.•Your camcorder cannot play back some images processedwith a computer (The file name will blink).•If you record images with any other equipment, theimages may not play back normally on your camcorder.The “Memory Stick” does notfunction.Recording does not function.The image cannot be deleted.You cannot format the “MemoryStick”.Deleting all the images cannot becarried out.You cannot protect the image.You cannot write a print mark onthe still image.The photo save does not work.You cannot play back images inactual size.You cannot play back image data.
215TroubleshootingOthersSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions•The cassette has no cassette memory.cUse a cassette with cassette memory (p. 110).•The cassette memory is full.cErase unwanted titles (p. 112).•The cassette is set to prevent accidental erasure.cSlide the write-protect tab so that red portion is notvisible (p. 23).•The tape has a blank portion between recorded portions.cSuperimpose the title to recorded positions (p. 110).•The cassette has no cassette memory.cUse a cassette with cassette memory (p. 115).•The cassette memory is full.cErase unwanted data (p. 112).•The cassette is set to prevent accidental erasure.cSlide the write-protect tab so that red mark is not visible(p. 23).•The input selector on the VCR is not set correctly.cCheck the connection and set the input selector on theVCR again (p. 89)•The camcorder is connected to DV equipment of otherthan Sony using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable).cSet it to IR (p. 94).•You have attempted to set a program on a blank portion ofthe tape.cSet the program again on a recorded portion (p. 97).•The camcorder and the VCR are not synchronized.cAdjust the synchronization (p. 95).•The IR SETUP code is incorrect.cSet the correct code (p. 91).•Setting program on a blank portion of the tape isattempted.cSet the program again on a recorded portion (p. 151).•COMMANDER is set to OFF in the menu settings.cSet it to ON (p. 208).•Something is blocking the infrared rays.cRemove the obstacle.•The batteries are inserted with + and – incorrectlymatching + and – inside the battery compartment.cInsert the batteries correctly (p. 243).•The batteries are dead.cInsert new ones (p. 243).•DISPLAY is set to V-OUT/LCD in the menu settings.cSet it to LCD (p. 209). (continued on the following page)The title is not recorded.The cassette label is not recorded.Digital program editing to a tapedoes not function.Digital program editing to a“Memory Stick” does not function.The Remote Commander suppliedwith your camcorder does not work.The picture from a TV or VCR doesnot appear even when yourcamcorder is connected to output onthe TV or VCR.Types of trouble and how to correct trouble
216Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions•Moisture condensation has occurred.cRemove the cassette and leave your camcorder for atleast one hour to acclimatize (p. 228).•Some troubles have occurred in your camcorder.cRemove the cassette and insert it again, then operateyour camcorder.•The POWER switch is not set to OFF (CHG).cSet it to OFF (CHG) (p. 16).•The battery pack is not properly installed.cInstall it properly (p. 15).•Something is wrong with the battery pack.cPlease contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sonyservice facility.•Disconnect the power cord of the AC power adaptor orremove the battery, then reconnect it in about one minute.Turn the power on. If the functions still do not work, pressthe RESET button using a sharp-pointed object (If youpress the RESET button, all the settings including the dateand time return to their defaults.) (p. 15, 19, 240).•This is because some functions use a linear mechanism.Your camcorder is not malfunctioning.•The DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL button is pressed.cPress the LCD screen lightly.cPress the DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL button on yourcamcorder or the DISPLAY button on the RemoteCommander (p. 42).•Adjust the screen (CALIBRATION) (p. 230).•The mirror mode is activated.This is not a malfunction.•The USB cable was connected before installation of theUSB driver was completed.cUninstall the incorrect USB driver and re-install the USBdriver (p. 179, 182).•USBCONNECT is set to PTP in the menu settings whenthe POWER switch is set to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV50 only).cSet it to NORMAL (p. 207).•Moisture has started to condense in your camcorder(p. 228).The melody or beep sounds forfive seconds.You cannot charge the battery pack.While charging the battery pack, noindicator appears, the indicatorflashes in the display window.No function works though thepower is on.When you set the POWER switch toVCR or OFF (CHG), if you moveyour camcorder, you may hear aclattering sound from inside yourcamcorder.The buttons do not appear on thetouch panel.The buttons on the LCD screen donot work.The indicators appear mirror-reversed in the viewfinder or on theTV screen.Image data cannot be transferred bythe USB connection.The cassette cannot be removedeven if the cassette lid is open.Types of trouble and how to correct trouble
217TroubleshootingSelf-diagnosis displayFive-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Actions•You are using a battery pack that is not an“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.cUse an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (p. 18, 223).•Moisture condensation has occurred.cRemove the cassette and leave your camcorder for atleast one hour to acclimatize (p. 228).•The video heads are dirty.cClean the heads using the cleaning cassette (optional)(p. 229).•A malfunction other than the above that you can servicehas occurred.cRemove the cassette and insert it again, then operateyour camcorder.cDisconnect the power cord of the AC power adaptor orremove the battery pack. After reconnecting the powersupply, operate your camcorder.•A malfunction that you cannot service has occurred.cContact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sonyservice facility and inform them of the 5-digit code(example: E:61:10).Your camcorder has a self-diagnosis displayfunction.This function displays the current state of yourcamcorder as a 5-digit code (a combination of aletter and figures) on the screen. If a 5-digit code isdisplayed, check the following list of codes. Thelast two digits (indicated by ss) differ dependingon the state of your camcorder.LCD screen, viewfinder ordisplay windowC:04:ssC:21:ssC:22:ssC:31:ssC:32:ssE:20:ssE:61:ssE:62:ssE:91:ssSelf-diagnosis display•C:ss:ssYou can service your camcorderyourself.•E:ss:ssContact your Sony dealer or localauthorized Sony service facility.C:21:00If you are unable to rectify the problem even if you try corrective actions a few times,contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
218Warning indicators and messages100-0001 Warning indicator as to fileSlow flashing:•The file is corrupted.•The file is unreadable.•You are trying to use the MEMORY MIX on amoving picture (p. 139).C:21:00 Self-diagnosis display (p. 217).EThe battery is dead or nearly deadSlow flashing:•The battery is nearly dead.Depending on the operating conditions,environment and battery condition, the Eindicator may flash even if there areapproximately five to 10 minutes remaining.Fast flashing:•The battery is dead (p. 16).%Moisture condensation has occurred*Fast flashing:•Eject the cassette, turn off your camcorder,and leave it for about one hour with thecassette compartment open (p. 228).Warning indicator as to cassettememory*Slow flashing:•No cassette with cassette memory is inserted(p. 220).Warning indicator as to “MemoryStick”*Slow flashing:•No “Memory Stick” is inserted.Fast flashing:•The “Memory Stick” is not readable on yourcamcorder (p. 117).•The image cannot be recorded on “MemoryStick”.If indicators and messages appear on the screen or in the display window, check thefollowing:See the page in parentheses “()” for more information.Warning indicatorsC:21:00100–0001Warning indicator as to “Memory Stick”formatting*Fast flashing:•“Memory Stick” is not formatted correctly(p. 204).•The “Memory Stick” data is corrupted(p. 117).QWarning indicator as to tapeSlow flashing:•The tape is near the end.•No cassette is inserted.*•The write-protect tab on the cassette isexposed (red) (p. 23).*Fast flashing:•The cassette has run out of tape.*ZYou need to eject the cassette*Slow flashing:•The write-protect tab on the cassette isexposed (red) (p. 23).Fast flashing:•Moisture condensation has occurred (p. 228).•The cassette has run out of tape.•The self-diagnosis display function isactivated (p. 217).-The image is protected*Slow flashing:•The image is protected (p. 167).Warning indicator as to the flashSlow flashing:•During chargingFast flashing:•The self-diagnosis display function isactivated (p. 217).*•There is something wrong with the built-inflash or the external flash (optional). Warning indicator as to recording ofstill imageSlow image:•The still image cannot be recorded on a tapeor a “Memory Stick” (p. 47, 52).* You hear the melody or beep.
219TroubleshootingWarning messages•CLOCK SET Set the date and time (p. 20).•FOR “InfoLITHIUM”Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (p. 18).BATTERY ONLY• CLEANING CASSETTE** The video heads are dirty (p. 229).• FULL The cassette memory is full.*• 16BIT AUDIO MODE is set to 16BIT (p. 206).* You cannotdub new audio.• REC MODE REC MODE is set to LP (p. 206).* You cannot dubnew audio.• TAPE There is no recorded portion on the tape.* You cannotdub new audio.• “i.LINK” CABLE The i.LINK cable is connected (p. 109).* You cannotdub new audio.• FULL The “Memory Stick” is full (p. 129).*• -The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set toLOCK (p. 117).*• NO FILE No still image is recorded on the “Memory Stick”(p. 157).*• NO MEMORY STICK No “Memory Stick” is inserted.*• AUDIO ERROR You are trying to record an image with sound thatcannot be recorded by your camcorder on “MemoryStick” (p. 148).*• MEMORY STICK ERROR The “Memory Stick” data is corrupted (p. 119).*• FORMAT ERROR The “Memory Stick” is not recognized. Check theformat (p. 204).*• - DIRECTORY ERROR There are more than two of the same directories(p. 157).*•PLAY ERROR The image cannot be played back. Reinsert the“Memory Stick,” then play back the image again.•REC ERROR Check the input signal before retrying recording(p. 138, 150).*•COPY INHIBIT The tape contains copyright control signals forcopyright protection of software (p. 221).*•Q Z TAPE END The tape has reached its end.*•Q NO TAPE Insert a cassette.*• NO PRINT MARK You selected MARKED in 9PIC PRINT on the touchpanel using a “Memory Stick” containing no imagewith a print mark. (p. 173)*• NO STILL IMAGE FILE You selected MULTI in 9PIC PRINT on the touchpanel using a “Memory Stick” containing no stillimage. (p. 173)*•DELETING You have pressed PHOTO during deleting all imageson “Memory Stick.”*•FORMATTING You have pressed PHOTO during formatting a“Memory Stick.”*• NOW CHARGING Charging an external flash (optional) does not workcorrectly.** You hear the melody or beep.**The x indicator and “ CLEANING CASSETTE” message appear one afteranother on the screen.Warning indicators and messages
220— Additional Information —Usable cassettesSelecting cassette typesYou can use mini DV cassettes only*. You cannot use any other 8 mm, Hi8, Digital8, VHS, VHSC, S-VHS, S-VHSC, Betamax, ED Betamax, DV or MICRO MV cassette.* There are two types of mini DV cassettes: with cassette memory and without cassettememory. Cassettes with cassette memory have the (Cassette Memory) mark.We recommend that you use cassette with cassette memory.IC memory is mounted on this type of cassette. Your camcorder can read and writedata such as dates of recording or titles, etc. to this memory.The functions using the cassette memory require successive signals recorded on thetape. If the tape has a blank portion at the beginning or between recorded portions,titles may not be displayed properly or the search functions may not work properly.Perform the following to prevent a blank portion from being made on the tape.Press END SEARCH to go to the end of the recorded portion before you begin thenext recording if you operate the following:–You have ejected the cassette while recording.–You have played back the tape.–You have used the edit search.If there is a blank portion or discontinuous signal on your tape, re-record from thebeginning to the end of the tape as described above.The same result may occur when you record using a digital video camera recorderwithout a cassette memory on a tape recorded by one with the cassette memory. mark on the cassetteThe memory capacity of cassettes marked with is 4Kbit. Your camcorder canaccommodate tapes having a memory capacity of up to 16Kbit. 16Kbit cassettes aremarked with . This is the mini DV mark. This is the Cassette Memory mark.These are trademarks.
221Additional InformationUsable cassettesCopyright signalWhen you play backUsing any other video camera recorder, you cannot record on tape that has recordedcopyright control signals for copyright protection of software which is played back onyour camcorder.When you recordYou cannot record software on your camcorder that contains copyright control signalsfor copyright protection of software.“COPY INHIBIT” appears on the screen or on the TV screen if you try to record suchsoftware.Your camcorder does not record copyright control signals on the tape when it records.Audio mode12-bit mode: The original sound can be recorded in stereo 1, and the new sound instereo 2 in 32 kHz. The balance between stereo 1 and stereo 2 can beadjusted by selecting AUDIO MIX in the menu settings during playback.Both sounds can be played back.16-bit mode: New audio cannot be recorded but the original sound can be recorded inhigh quality. Moreover, your camcorder can also play back soundrecorded in 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz. When playing back a taperecorded in the 16-bit mode, the 16BIT indicator appears on screen.When you play back a dual sound track tapeWhen you play back a dual sound track tape recorded in a stereo system, set HiFiSOUND to the desired mode in the menu settings (p. 202).Sound from speakerHiFi SOUND Playing back Playing back a dualmode a stereo tape sound track tapeSTEREO Stereo Main sound andsub sound1 Left sound Main sound2 Right sound Sub soundYou cannot record dual sound programs on your camcorder.
222Notes on the cassetteWhen affixing a label on the cassetteBe sure to affix a label only at the locations illustrated below [a] to prevent malfunctionof your camcorder.After using the cassetteRewind the tape to the beginning, put the cassette in its case, and store it upright.When the cassette memory does not workReinsert a cassette. The gold-plated connector of the cassette may be dirty or dusty.Cleaning the gold-plated connectorIf the gold-plated connector on the cassette is dirty or dusty, the remaining tapeindicator is sometimes not displayed correctly, and you may not be able to operatefunctions using cassette memory. Clean the gold-plated connector with a cotton-woolswab, about every 10 times that the cassette is ejected. [b]Usable cassettes[b][a]Do not affix a labelalong this border.
223Additional InformationAbout the “InfoLITHIUM” battery packWhat is the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack?The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions forcommunicating information related to operating conditions between the battery packand an optional AC adaptor/charger.The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack calculates the power consumption according to theoperating conditions of your camcorder, and displays the remaining battery time inminutes. With an AC adaptor/charger (optional), the remaining battery time andcharging time are displayed.Charging the battery pack•Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your camcorder.•We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F) until FULL appears in the display window, indicating thatthe battery pack is fully charged. If you charge the battery outside of this temperaturerange, you may not be able to efficiently charge the battery pack.•After charging is completed, either disconnect the cable from the DC IN jack on yourcamcorder or remove the battery pack.Effective use of the battery pack•Battery pack performance decreases in low-temperature surroundings. So, the timethat the battery pack can be used becomes shorter. We recommend the following toensure longer battery pack use:–Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it up, and insert it in your camcorderimmediately before you start taking shots.–Use the large-capacity battery pack (NP-FM70/QM71/FM90/FM91/QM91,optional).•Frequently using the LCD panel or frequently operating playback, fast forward orrewind wears out the battery pack faster. We recommend using the large-capacitybattery pack (NP-FM70/QM71/FM90/FM91/QM91, optional).•Be sure to turn off the power switch when not taking shots or playing back on yourcamcorder. The battery pack is also consumed when your camcorder is in the standbyor playback pause.•Have spare battery packs handy for two or three times the expected recording time,and make trial recordings before taking the actual recording.•Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water-resistant.Remaining battery time indicator•If the power goes off although the remaining battery time indicator indicates that thebattery pack has enough power to operate, fully charge the battery pack again so thatthe indication on the remaining battery time indicator is correct. Note, however, thatthe correct battery indication sometimes will not be restored if it is used in hightemperatures for a long time or left in a fully charged state, or the battery pack isfrequently used. Regard the remaining battery time indication as the approximaterecording time.•The E mark indicating that there is little remaining battery time sometimes flashesdepending on the operating conditions or ambient temperature and environment evenif the remaining battery time is about five to 10 minutes.(Continued on the following page)
224How to store the battery pack•If the battery pack is not used for a long time, do the following procedure once peryear to maintain proper function.1. Fully charge the battery.2. Discharge on your electronic equipment.3. Remove the battery from the equipment and store it in a dry, cool place.•To use the battery pack up on your camcorder, leave your camcorder in the recordingstandby until the power goes off without a cassette inserted.Battery life•The battery life is limited. Battery capacity drops little by little as you use it more andmore, and as time passes. When the available battery time is shortened considerably, aprobable cause is that the battery pack has reached the end of its life. Buy a newbattery pack.•The battery life varies according to how it is stored and operating conditions andenvironment for each battery pack.About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack
225Additional InformationThe DV jack on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant DV input/output jack. This sectiondescribes the i.LINK standard and its features.What is i.LINK?i.LINK is a digital serial interface for handling digital video, digital audio and otherdata in two directions between equipment having the i.LINK jack, and for controllingother equipment.i.LINK-compatible equipment can be connected by a single i.LINK cable. Possibleapplications are operations and data transactions with various digital AV equipment.When two or more i.LINK-compatible equipment are connected to this unit in a daisychain, operations and data transactions are possible with not only the equipment thatthis unit is connected to but also with other devices via the directly connectedequipment.Note, however, that the method of operation sometimes varies according to thecharacteristics and specifications of the equipment to be connected, and that operationsand data transactions are sometimes not possible on some connected equipment.NoteNormally, only one piece of equipment can be connected to this unit by the i.LINKcable (DV cable). When connecting this unit to i.LINK-compatible equipment havingtwo or more i.LINK jacks (DV jacks), refer to the operating instructions of theequipment to be connected.About the name “i.LINK”i.LINK is a more familiar term for IEEE 1394 data transport bus proposed by SONY,and is a trademark approved by many corporations.IEEE 1394 is an international standard standardized by the Institute of Electrical andElectronic Engineers.i.LINK baud ratei.LINK’s maximum baud rate varies according to the equipment. Three maximumbaud rates are defined:S100 (approx. 100Mbps*)S200 (approx. 200Mbps)S400 (approx. 400Mbps)The baud rate is listed under “Specifications” in the operating instructions of eachequipment. It is also indicated near the i.LINK jack on some equipment.The maximum baud rate of equipment on which it is not indicated such as this unit is“S100”.When units are connected to equipment having a different maximum baud rate, thebaud rate sometimes differs from the indicated baud rate.*What is Mbps?Mbps stands for megabits per second, or the amount of data that can be sent orreceived in one second. For example, a baud rate of 100Mbps means that 100 megabitsof data can be sent in one second.About i.LINK
226i.LINK functions on this unitFor details on how to dub when this unit is connected to other video equipment havingDV jacks, see page 88 and 102.This unit can also be connected to other i.LINK (DV) compatible equipment made bySONY (e.g. VAIO series personal computer) other than video equipment.Before connecting this unit to a personal computer, make sure that application softwaresupported by this unit is already installed on the personal computer.For details on precautions when connecting this unit, also refer to the operatinginstructions of the equipment to be connected.Required i.LINK cableUse the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to-4-pin cable (during DV dubbing).i.LINK and are trademarks.About i.LINK
227Additional InformationUsing your camcorder abroadCountries and areas where you can use network functions are restricted. For details,refer to the separate Network Operating Instructions. (DCR-TRV50 only)You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC power adaptorsupplied with your camcorder within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on thedesign of the wall outlet [b].Your camcorder is an NTSC system based camcorder. If you want to view the playbackpicture on a TV, it must be an NTSC system based TV with the AUDIO/VIDEO inputjack.The following shows TV color systems used overseas.NTSC systemBahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana,Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the U.S.A.,Venezuela, etc.PAL systemAustralia, Austria, Belgium, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany,Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway,Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand,United Kingdom etc.PAL-M systemBrazilPAL-N systemArgentina, Paraguay, UruguaySECAM systemBulgaria, France, Guiana, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine, etc.Using your camcorder abroad[b][a]AC-L10A/L10B/L10C
228Maintenance information andprecautionsMoisture condensationIf your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture maycondense inside your camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this state,the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or your camcorder may notoperate correctly. If there is moisture inside your camcorder, the beep and the %indicator flashes. When the Z indicator flashes at the same time, the cassette is insertedin your camcorder. If moisture condenses on the lens, the indicator will not appear.If moisture condensation has occurredNone of the functions except cassette ejection will work. Eject the cassette, turn off yourcamcorder, and leave it for about one hour with the cassette lid open. Your camcordercan be used again if the % indicator does not appear when the power is turned onagain.If moisture starts to condense, your camcorder sometimes cannot detect condensation.If this happens, the cassette is sometimes not ejected for 10 seconds after the cassette lidis opened. This is not a malfunction. Do not close the cassette lid until the cassette isejected.Note on moisture condensationMoisture may condense when you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warmplace (or vice versa) or when you use your camcorder in a hot place as follows:•You bring your camcorder from a ski slope into a place warmed up by heating device.•You bring your camcorder from an air-conditioned car or room into a hot placeoutside.•You use your camcorder after a squall or a shower.•You use your camcorder in a high temperature and humid place.How to prevent moisture condensationWhen you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place, put yourcamcorder in a plastic bag and tightly seal it. Remove the bag when the air temperatureinside the plastic bag has reached the surrounding temperature (after about one hour).
229Additional InformationMaintenance informationCleaning the video headsTo ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. The video headsmay be dirty when:•Mosaic-pattern noise appears on the playback picture.•Playback pictures do not move.•Playback pictures do not appear.•The x indicator and “ CLEANING CASSETTE” message appear one after another,or the x indicator flashes on the screen during recording.If the above problem [a], [b] or [c] occurs, clean the video heads for 10 seconds with theSony DVM-12CLD cleaning cassette (optional). Check the picture and if the aboveproblem persists, repeat cleaning.If the video heads get dirtier, the entire screen becomes blue [c].Cleaning the LCD screenIf fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, we recommend using the Cleaningcloth (supplied) to clean the LCD screen. When you use the LCD Cleaning Kit(optional), do not apply the cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen. Clean the LCDscreen with cleaning paper moistened with the liquid.Maintenance information and precautions[a] [b] [c]
230Adjusting the LCD screen (CALIBRATION)The buttons on the touch panel may not work correctly. If this happens, follow theprocedure below.(1)Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).(2)Eject the cassette from your camcorder, then disconnect any connecting cablefrom your camcorder.(3)Set the POWER switch to VCR while pressing DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL onyour camcorder, then keep pressing DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL for about fiveseconds.(4)Follow the procedure below using an object such as the corner of a “MemoryStick” supplied with your camcorder.You can use the supplied stylus for this operation (DCR-TRV50 only).1Touch at the upper left corner.2Touch at the lower right corner.3Touch in the middle of the screen.NoteIf you do not press the right spot, always returns to the position at the upper leftcorner. In this case, start from step 4 again.Maintenance information and precautionsCALIBRATE CALIBRATE CALIBRATEFNINDEXPB
231Additional InformationMaintenance information and precautionsCharging the built-in rechargeable batteryYour camcorder has a built-in rechargeable battery so that the date, time and othersettings are retained even when the POWER switch is turned off. The built-inrechargeable battery is always charged as long as you are using your camcorder. Thebattery, however, will become discharged gradually if you do not use your camcorder.It will be completely discharged in about four months if you do not use yourcamcorder at all. Even if the built-in rechargeable battery is not charged, it will notaffect camcorder operation. To retain the date, time, and other information, charge thebattery if the battery is discharged.Charging the built-in rechargeable battery:•Connect your camcorder to house current using the AC power adaptor supplied withyour camcorder, and leave your camcorder with the power switch turned off for morethan 24 hours.•Or, install a charged battery pack in your camcorder, and leave your camcorder withthe POWER switch set to OFF (CHG) for more than 24 hours.PrecautionsCamcorder operation•Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC power adaptor).•For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in these operatinginstructions.•If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have itchecked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further.•Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens.•Keep the POWER switch set to OFF (CHG) when you are not using your camcorder.•Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for example, and operate it. Doing somight cause heat to build up inside.•Keep your camcorder away from strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration.•Do not press the LCD screen with sharp objects other than the stylus supplied. (DCR-TRV50 only)•If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the LCDscreen. This is not a malfunction.•While using your camcorder, the back of the LCD screen may heat up. This is not amalfunction.On handling tapes•Do not insert anything into the small holes on the rear of the cassette. These holes areused to sense the type and thickness of the tape and if the recording tab is in or out.•Do not open the cassette protect cover or touch the tape.•Avoid touching or damaging the terminals. To remove dust, clean the terminals witha soft cloth.
232Maintenance information and precautionsCamcorder care•Remove the cassette, and periodically turn on the power, operate the CAMERA andVCR sections and play back a tape for about three minutes when your camcorder isnot to be used for a long time.•Clean the lens with a soft brush to remove dust. If there are fingerprints on the lens,remove them with a soft cloth.•Clean the camcorder body with a dry soft cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened witha mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent which may damage thefinish.•Do not let sand get into your camcorder. When you use your camcorder on a sandybeach or in a dusty place, protect it from the sand or dust. Sand or dust may causeyour camcorder to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired.AC power adaptor•Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when you are not using it for a long time. Todisconnect the power cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the power cord itself.•Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped ordamaged.•Do not bend the power cord forcibly, or place a heavy object on it. This will damagethe cord and may cause fire or electric shock.•Prevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of theconnecting section. If this happens, a short may occur and the unit may be damaged.•Always keep metal contacts clean.•Do not disassemble the unit.•Do not apply mechanical shock or drop the unit.•While the unit is in use, particularly during charging, keep it away from AM receiversand video equipment. AM receivers and video equipment disturb AM reception andvideo operation.•The unit becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.•Do not place the unit in locations that are:–Extremely hot or cold–Dusty or dirty–Very humid–VibratingAbout care and storage of the lens•Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instances:–When there are fingerprints on the lens surface–In hot or humid locations–When the lens is used in environments such as the seaside•Store the lens in a well-ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust.To prevent mold from growing, periodically perform the above.We recommend turning on and operating the video camera recorder about once permonth to keep the video camera recorder in an optimum state for a long time.
233Additional InformationMaintenance information and precautionsBattery pack•Use only the specified charger or video equipment with the charging function.•To prevent accident from a short circuit, do not allow metal objects to come intocontact with the battery terminals.•Keep the battery pack away from fire.•Never expose the battery pack to temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as in a carparked in the sun or under direct sunlight.•Keep the battery pack dry.•Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock.•Do not disassemble nor modify the battery pack.•Attach the battery pack to the video equipment securely.•Charging while some capacity remains does not affect the original battery capacity.Notes on dry batteriesTo avoid possible damage from battery leakage or corrosion, observe the following:–Be sure to insert the batteries with the + and – correctly matching the + and – insidethe battery compartment.–Dry batteries are not rechargeable.–Do not use a combination of new and old batteries.–Do not use different types of batteries.–Current flows from batteries when you are not using them for a long time.–Do not use leaking batteries.If batteries are leaking•Wipe off the liquid in the battery compartment carefully before replacing the batteries.•If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water.•If the liquid gets into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult adoctor.If any problem occurs, unplug your camcorder and contact your nearest Sony dealer.
234SpecificationsVideo camerarecorderSystemVideo recording system2 rotary headsHelical scanning systemAudio recording systemRotary heads, PCM systemQuantization: 12 bits (Fs 32 kHz,stereo 1, stereo 2), 16 bits(Fs 48 kHz, stereo)Video signalNTSC color, EIA standardsUsable cassetteMini DV cassette with the mark printedTape speedSP: Approx. 18.81 mm/sLP: Approx. 12.56 mm/sRecording/playback time(using cassette DVM60)SP: 1 hourLP: 1.5 hoursFastforward/rewind time(using cassette DVM60)When using the battery pack:Approx. 2 min. and 30 secondsWhen using the AC poweradaptor:Approx. 1 min. and 45 secondsViewfinderElectric viewfinder (color)Image device4.5 mm (1/4 type) CCD (ChargeCoupled Device)Gross: Approx. 1 550 000 pixelsEffective (still):Approx. 1 390 000 pixelsEffective (moving):Approx. 970 000 pixelsLensCarl Zeiss Vario-SonnarCombined power zoom lensFilter diameter: 37 mm(1 1/2 in)10× (Optical), 120× (Digital)F = 1.8 ~ 2.2Focal length4.2 – 42 mm (3/16 – 1 11/16 in.)When converted to a 35 mm stillcameraIn CAMERA:48 – 480 mm (1 15/16 – 19 in.)In MEMORY:40 – 400 mm (1 5/8 – 15 3/4 in.)Color temperatureAuto, HOLD (Hold), nIndoor(3 200 K), Outdoor (5 800 K)Minimum illumination7 lx (lux) (F 1.8)0 lx (lux) (in the NightShot mode)** Objects unable to be seen due tothe dark can be shot withinfrared lighting.Input/Output connectorsS video input/output4-pin mini DINLuminance signal: 1 Vp-p,75 Ω (ohms), unbalancedChrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p,75 Ω (ohms), unbalancedAudio/Video input/outputAV MINI JACK, 1 Vp-p,75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced, syncnegative327 mV, (at output impedancemore than 47 kΩ (kilohms))Output impedance with less than2.2 kΩ (kilohms)/Stereo minijack(ø 3.5 mm)Input impedance more than47 kΩ (kilohms)DV input/output4-pin connectorHeadphone jackStereo minijack (ø 3.5 mm)LANC jackStereo mini-minijack (ø 2.5 mm)USB jackmini-BMIC jackMinijack, 0.388 mV low impedancewith 2.5 to 3.0 V DC, outputimpedance 6.8 kΩ (kilohms) (ø 3.5mm)Stereo typeLCD screenPicture8.8 cm (3.5 type)72.2 × 50.4 mm (2 4/5 × 2 in.)Total dot number246 400 (1 120 × 220)Wireless communications(DCR-TRV50 only)Communications systemBluetooth standard Ver.1.1Max. baud rate1) 2)Approx. 723 kbpsOutputBluetooth standard Power Class 2Communications distance2)Max. wireless distance Approx. 10m (393 3/4 in.) (When connectingto BTA-NW1)Compatible Bluetooth profile3)Generic Access ProfileDial-up Networking ProfileOperating frequency band2.4 GHz band (2.400 GHz –2.483 5 GHz)1) Max. baud rate of Bluetoothstandard Ver.1.12) Varies according to the distancebetween communicatingdevices, presence of obstacles,radiowave conditions, and otherfactors.3) This is a specification matchedto specific usage requirementsbetween Bluetooth compatibledevices. It is laid down in theBluetooth standards.
235Additional InformationSpecificationsGeneralPower requirements7.2 V (battery pack)8.4 V (AC power adaptor)Average power consumption(when using the battery pack)During camera recording usingLCD4.5 WViewfinder3.4 WOperating temperature0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)Storage temperature–20°C to + 60°C(–4°F to + 140°F)Dimensions (Approx.)72 × 91 × 168 mm(2 7/8 × 3 5/8 × 6 5/8 in.) (w/h/d)Mass (Approx.)700 g (1 lb 8 oz)main unit only800 g (1 lb 12 oz)including the battery packNP-FM50, cassette DVM60 andlens capSupplied accessoriesSee page 14.AC power adaptorPower requirements100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 HzPower consumption23 WOutput voltageDC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.5 A in theoperating modeOperating temperature0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)Storage temperature–20°C to + 60°C(–4°F to + 140°F)Dimensions (approx.)125 × 39 × 62 mm(5 × 1 9/16 × 2 1/2 in.) (w/h/d)excluding projecting partsMass (approx.)280 g (9.8 oz)excluding power cordBattery packMaximum output voltageDC 8.4 VOutput voltageDC 7.2 VCapacity8.5 Wh (1 180 mAh)Dimensions (approx.)38.2 × 20.5 × 55.6 mm(1 9/16 × 13/16 × 2 1/4 in.)(w/h/d)Mass (approx.)76 g (2.7 oz)TypeLithium ion“Memory Stick”MemoryFlash memory8MB: MSA-8AOperating voltage2.7 – 3.6 VPower consumptionApprox. 45 mA in the operatingmodeApprox. 130 µA in the standbymodeDimensions (approx.)50 × 2.8 × 21.5 mm(2 × 1/8 × 7/8 in.) (w/h/d)Mass (approx.)4 g (0.14 oz)Design and specifications aresubject to change without notice.
236— Quick Reference —Identifying parts and controls1Flash (p. 49, 130)2Focus ring (p. 69)3Lens4Camera recording lamp (p. 26)5Infrared rays emitter (p. 34, 92)Camcorder6Microphone7Remote sensor8Viewfinder (p. 30)9Display window (p. 16)0HOLOGRAM AF emitter (p. 132)12345689q;7Note on the Carl Zeiss lensYour camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which can reproduce fine images.The lens for your camcorder was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, andSony Corporation. It adopts the MTF# measurement system for video camera andoffers a quality as the Carl Zeiss lens.#MTF Stands for Modulation Transfer Function.The value number indicates the amount of light of a subject coming into the lens.
237Quick ReferenceIdentifying parts and controlsqa PHOTO button (p. 47, 52, 126)qs LOCK switch (p. 26)qd DC IN jack coverqf DC IN jack (p. 19)qg START/STOP button (p. 26)qh POWER switch (p. 26)qj EDITSEARCH button (p. 38)qk NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 34)ql (Bluetooth) lamp (DCR-TRV50 only)(p. 197)w; SUPER NS/COLOR SLOW S button(p. 34)wa Stylus (DCR-TRV50 only) (p. 198)qjqkqlw;waqsqaqdqgqfqh
238Identifying parts and controlsws Power zoom lever (p. 31, 77, 164)wd BATT release button (p. 15)wf Hooks for shoulder strapwg “Memory Stick” slot (p. 119)wh (USB) jack (p. 174)wj (flash) button (p. 49, 130)wk DV IN/OUT jack (p. 88, 102, 138, 150)wl (LANC) jack (blue)e; Jack cover (p. 46)ea MIC jack (PLUG IN POWER) (red)Connect an external microphone(optional). This jack also accepts a“plug-in-power” microphone.es S VIDEO ID-2 jack (p. 46, 86, 137, 149)ed i (headphones) jack (green)When you use headphones, the speakeron your camcorder is silent.ef AUDIO/VIDEO jack (yellow) (p. 46, 86,137, 149)wjwgwswf wkwle;efwhesedeawd
239Quick Referenceeg Intelligent accessory shoe (p. 106)eh LCD/Touch panel screen (p. 24, 29, 120)ej Speakerek VOLUME buttons (p. 40)el DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL button (p. 42)r; MENU button (p. 199)Identifying parts and controlsREW PLAY FFRECSTOP PAUSEr;elejekehegrara Video control buttonsx STOP (stop)m REW (rewind)N PLAY (playback)M FF (fastforward)X PAUSE (pause)z REC (record)Notes on the intelligent accessory shoe•The intelligent accessory shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a videolight or microphone.•The intelligent accessory shoe is linked to the POWER switch, allowing you to turn thepower supplied by the shoe on and off. Refer to the operating instructions of theaccessory for further information.•The intelligent accessory shoe has a safety device for fixing the installed accessorysecurely. To connect an accessory, press down and push it to the end, and then tightenthe screw.•To remove an accessory, loosen the screw, and then press down and pull out theaccessory.
240rs OPEN button (p. 26)rd FOCUS switch (p. 69)rf RESET button (p. 216)rg FADER button (p. 58)rh BACK LIGHT button (p. 34)Identifying parts and controlsrj Viewfinder lens adjustment lever(p. 30)rk NETWORK button (DCR-TRV50 only)(p. 197)rl SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 199)t; PROGRAM AE buttonta EXPOSURE button (p. 67)rsrdrfrgrjrhrkrltat;
241Quick ReferenceIdentifying parts and controlstdtstfthtgtjtly;tkts Access lamptd Battery pack (p. 15)tf OPEN/EJECT lever (p. 23)tg Cassette compartmentth Grip straptj Holder (DCR-TRV50 only) (p. 198)tk Lens cap (p. 26)tl Cassette lid (p. 23)y; Tripod receptacleMake sure that the length of the tripodscrew is less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch).Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripodsecurely, and the screw may damageyour camcorder.Fastening the grip strapFasten the grip strap firmly.4321
242Identifying parts and controlsRemote CommanderThe buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on your camcorderfunction identically to the buttons on your camcorder.1PHOTO button (p. 47, 52, 126)2DISPLAY button (p. 42)3Memory control buttons4SEARCH MODE button (p. 80, 81, 83)5Video control buttons (p. 44)6REC button7MARK button (p. 97)8TransmitterPoint toward the remote sensor tocontrol your camcorder after turning onyour camcorder.9ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 79)q; START/STOP button (p. 26)qa DATA CODE button (p. 42)qs Power zoom button (p. 31)qd ./> buttons (p. 80, 81, 83)qf AUDIO DUB button (p. 108)7qf54321qsqd0qa986
243Quick ReferenceTo prepare the Remote CommanderInsert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and – on the batteries tothe + and – in the battery compartment.Notes on the Remote Commander•Point the remote sensor away from strong light sources such as direct sunlight oroverhead lighting. Otherwise, the Remote Commander may not function properly.•Your 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 VTR2, we recommend changing the commander mode or covering the sensor of the VCRwith black paper.Identifying parts and controls
244Identifying parts and controlsOperation indicators1Cassette memory (p. 33, 220)2Remaining battery time (p. 33)3Zoom (p. 31)/Exposure (p. 67)/Data file name (p. 117)4Digital effect (p. 61, 76)/MEMORY MIX(p. 139)/FADER (p. 57)516:9WIDE (p. 55)6Picture effect (p. 60, 75)7Data code (p. 42)8Volume (p. 40)/Date (p. 33)9PROGRAM AE (p. 64)0Backlight (p. 34)qa SteadyShot off (p. 201)qs Manual focus/Infinity (p. 69)qd Self-timer (p. 37, 51, 134)qf Recording mode (p. 33)qg HOLOGRAM AF (p. 132)qh STBY/REC (p. 33)/Video control mode(p. 44)/Image size (p. 124)/Imagequality (p. 122)qj NIGHTSHOT (p. 34)/SUPER NIGHTSHOT(p. 35) COLOR SLOW SHUTTER (p. 35)LCD screen and Viewfinderqk Warning (p. 218)ql Tape counter (p. 33)/Time code(p. 33)/Self-diagnosis (p. 217)/Tapephoto (p. 52)/Memory photo (p. 126)/Image number (p. 157)w; Remaining tape (p. 33)/Memoryplayback (p. 157)wa ZERO SET MEMORY (p. 79)ws END SEARCH (p. 38)wd A/V t DV (p. 196)/DV IN (p. 103)wf Audio mode (p. 206)wg Data file name (p. 117)/Time (p. 33)wh Flash (p. 49, 130)This indicator appears only when theflash is in use.wj Continuous photo recording (p. 128)wk Remaining battery time indicator (p.33)/Tape counter (p. 33)/Memorycounter (p. 33)/Time code indicator (p.33)/Self-diagnosis indicator (p. 217)wl FULL charge indicator (p. 16)wlwk BDisplay window AUTO 60 AWB F1.8 9db0:12:3412minZERO SETMEMORYENDSEARCHDV IN16BIT100–0001120min STBYSTILL 16:9WIDENEG. ART– +65432190qaqswaw;qlqkqjqgqhqfqdwdwfwswhwgwj78
245Quick ReferenceIndexA, BAC power adaptor.................. 16Adjusting viewfinder ............. 30Audio dubbing...................... 106AUDIO MIX .......................... 202Audio mode........................... 206Auto red-eye reduction........................................ 49, 130AUTO SHTR.......................... 200A/V connecting cable.......... 46, 86, 100, 137, 149, 196BACK LIGHT .......................... 34Battery pack ............................. 15BEEP ....................................... 208BOUNCE.................................. 57C, DCALIBRATION..................... 230Camera chroma key ............. 139Cassette memory ............ 12, 220Charging battery ..................... 16Charging built-in rechargeablebattery ................................. 231Clock set ................................... 20Color Slow Shutter ................. 35Continuous photo recording.............................................. 128Data code ................................. 42Date search .............................. 81DEMO..................................... 207Digital effect ...................... 61, 76Digital program editing........................................ 89, 151DISPLAY .................................. 42DOT .......................................... 57Dual sound track tape.......... 221DV connecting cable................................ 88, 138, 196EEDITSEARCH ......................... 38END SEARCH................... 38, 44EXP BRKTG ........................... 128Exposure .................................. 67F, G, HFADER ..................................... 57Fade in/out.............................. 57Flash.................................. 49, 130FLASH MOTION.................... 61Flexible Spot Meter................. 68FOCUS...................................... 69Format ............................ 117, 204Frame recording...................... 74Full charge ............................... 16Grip strap ............................... 241i (Headphone) jack ............. 238Heads...................................... 229HiFi SOUND ......................... 202HIGH SPEED ........................ 128HOLOGRAM AF .................. 132I, J, K, Li.LINK ..................................... 225Image protection ................... 167Image quality ........................ 122Image size .............................. 124Index screen........................... 158“InfoLITHIUM” battery ...... 223Infrared rays emitter ......... 34, 92Insert editing ......................... 104Intelligent accessory shoe .... 239Interval recording ................... 72JPEG........................................ 117Labeling a cassette ................ 115LANC jack ............................. 238LUMINANCE KEY ................ 61M, NMain sound............................ 221Manual focus ........................... 69Memory chroma key ............ 139Memory luminance key ....... 139MEMORY MIX...................... 139Memory PB ZOOM .............. 164Memory photo recording .... 126“Memory Stick”.................... 117“Memory Stick” recordingcapacity ............................... 125Menu settings ........................ 199Memory overlap ................... 139M. FADER................................ 57Mirror mode ............................ 32Moisture condensation ........ 228MONOTONE .......................... 57MPEG ..................................... 117MPEG movie recording ....... 144MULTI SCRN ........................ 128NETWORK ............................ 197Nightshot ................................. 34NTSC system ......................... 227O, P, QOLD MOVIE............................ 61Operation indicators ............ 244OVERLAP ................................ 57Photo save.............................. 154Photo scan ................................ 85Photo search ............................ 83Picture effect ...................... 60, 75Picture search .......................... 44Playback pause........................ 44Playing time............................. 18Power zoom............................. 31Print mark .............................. 171PROGRAM AE....................... 64RRecording time ........................ 17Rec Review .............................. 39Remaining battery timeindicator ................................ 33Remaining tape indicator ...... 33Remote Commander ............ 242Remote sensor ....................... 236RESET ..................................... 216SSelf-diagnosis display .......... 217Self-timer recording.................................. 37, 51, 134Signal convert function ........ 196Skip scan .................................. 44Slide show.............................. 166Slow playback ......................... 44SLOW SHUTTER.................... 61SPOT FOCUS .......................... 71STEADYSHOT ...................... 201Stereo tape ............................. 221STILL ........................................ 61Sub sound .............................. 221Super NightShot ..................... 35S VIDEO jack.................. 46, 86, 100, 137, 149T, U, VTape counter............................ 33Tape PB ZOOM....................... 77Tape photo recording............. 52Telephoto ................................. 31Time code................................. 33Title ................................. 110, 113Title search............................... 80TRAIL ....................................... 61Transition ................................. 27TV color systems................... 227USB jack ................................. 180USB streaming....................... 177W, X, Y, ZWarning indicators............... 218White balance .......................... 54Wide-angle .............................. 31Wide mode .............................. 55WIPE ......................................... 57Write-protect tab............. 23, 117Zero set memory..................... 79Zoom ........................................ 31
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