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Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction
Using a touch panel
Most operation buttons for use of a “Memory Stick” are displayed on the LCD screen.
Touch the LCD screen directly with your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-TRV950
only) to operate each function.
3~6
VCR
OFF(CHG) CAMERA
FN
POWER
LOCK
MEMORY/
NETWORK
“Memory Stick” Operations
(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). Make
sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position).
(2) Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. Operation buttons appear on the LCD
screen. You can switch the memory playback/memory camera by pressing
PLAY/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.
In the memory camera
PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 EXIT
SELF
TIMER
SPOT PLAY
FOCUS
INDEX
SPOT
METER
PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 EXIT
LCD
BRT
PLAY
INDEX
MEM
MIX
PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 EXIT
SLIDE
SHOW
PLAY
INDEX
In the memory
playback (still
image)
In the memory
camera
9PIC
PRINT
PLAY
INDEX
FN
–
CAM
INDEX
FN
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To return to FN
Press EXIT.
To execute settings
Press
OK.
To cancel settings
Press
OFF to return to PAGE1/PAGE2/PAGE3.
Notes
•When using the touch panel, press operation buttons with your thumb supporting the
LCD screen from the back side of it or press those buttons lightly with your index
finger.
•Do not press the LCD screen with sharp-pointed objects other than the supplied
stylus. (DCR-TRV950 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. You
can control the display with DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL on your camcorder.
•When operation buttons do not work even if you press them, an adjustment is
required (CALIBRATION) (p. 238).
•When the LCD screen gets dirty, clean it with the supplied cleaning cloth.
When executing each item
The green bar appears above the item.
If the items are not available
The color of the items changes to gray.
Press FN to display the following buttons:
In the memory camera
PAGE1
SELFTIMER, SPOT FOCUS, PLAY, INDEX, SPOT METER
PAGE2
LCD BRT, PLAY, INDEX, MEM MIX
PAGE3
SLIDE SHOW, PLAY, INDEX, 9PIC PRINT
In the memory playback
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PAGE1
PB ZOOM, CAM, INDEX, DELETE, + , –
PAGE2
LCD BRT, CAM, INDEX, + , –
PAGE3
SLIDE SHOW, CAM, INDEX, 9PIC PRINT, + , –
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction
Selecting the still image quality
You can select the image quality in still image recording. The default setting is SUPER
FINE.
(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only) or VCR.
Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position).
with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial
(2) Press MENU, then select STILL SET in
(p. 211).
(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 press
the dial.
POWER
VCR
OFF(CHG) CAMERA
LOCK
MEMORY/
NETWORK
MEMORY SET
STILL SET
BURST
QUALITY
SUPER FINE
IMAGESIZE FINE
RETURN
STANDARD
REMAIN
“Memory Stick” Operations
12
[MENU] : END
MEMORY SET
STILL SET
BURST
QUALITY
STANDARD
IMAGESIZE
RETURN
REMAIN
36
MENU
[MENU] : END
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Image quality settings
Setting
Meaning
SUPER FINE (SFN)
This is the highest image quality in your camcorder.
The number of still images you can record is less than
in FINE mode. Super fine images are compressed to
about 1/3.
FINE (FINE)
Use this mode when you want to record high quality
images. 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.
Note
In some cases, changing the image quality may not affect the image quality, depending
on the type of images you are shooting.
Differences in image quality
Recorded images are compressed in JPEG format before being stored in memory. The
memory capacity allotted to each image varies depending on the selected image quality
and image size. Details are shown in the table below. (You can select 1152 × 864 or 640 ×
480 image size in the menu settings.)
1152 × 864 image size
Image quality
Memory capacity
SUPER FINE
About 600 KB
FINE
About 300 KB
STANDARD
About 200 KB
640 × 480 image size
Image quality
Memory capacity
SUPER FINE
About 190 KB
FINE
About 100 KB
STANDARD
About 60 KB
Image quality indicator
The image quality indicator is not displayed during playback.
When you select image quality
The number of images you can shoot in the currently selected image quality appears on
the screen.
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Selecting the image size
You can select either of two image sizes
Still images:
1152 × 864 or 640 × 480. (When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA
or VCR, the image size is automatically set to 640 × 480.)
The default setting is 1152 × 864.
Moving pictures: 320 × 240 or 160 × 112
The default setting is 320 × 240.
Still images:
Moving pictures:
POWER
VCR
OFF(CHG) CAMERA
LOCK
1152
640
320
160
STILL SET
MOVIE SET
MEMORY SET 1152
STILL SET
BURST
QUALITY
IMAGESIZE 1152 × 864
RETURN
640 × 480
MEMORY/
NETWORK
MEMORY SET
320
MOVIE SET
IMAGESIZE 320 × 240
REMAIN 160 × 112
RETURN
REMAIN
REMAIN
1min
12
[MENU] : END
[MENU] : END
STILL SET
MOVIE SET
MEMORY SET
STILL SET
BURST
QUALITY
IMAGESIZE 640 × 480
RETURN
MEMORY SET
MOVIE SET
IMAGESIZE 160 × 112
REMAIN
RETURN
REMAIN
5min
REMAIN
40
[MENU] : END
“Memory Stick” Operations
(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). Make
sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position).
(2) Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select STILL SET (still
, then press the dial (p. 211).
image) or MOVIE SET (moving picture) in
(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 the
dial.
The indicator changes as follows:
[MENU] : END
MENU
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Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction
Image size settings
Setting
Meaning
1152 × 864
Records 1152 × 864 still images.
Indicator
640 × 480
Records 640 × 480 still images.
320 × 240
Records 320 × 240 moving pictures.
1152
640
320
160 × 112
Records 160 × 112 moving pictures.
160
Approximate number of still images you can record on a
“Memory Stick”
The number of images you can record varies depending on which image quality and
image size you select and the complexity of the subject.
Type of the “Memory Stick”
Image quality
SUPER FINE
FINE
STANDARD
Image size
8MB
(supplied)
16MB
(optional)
1152 × 864
12 images
640 × 480
40 images
1152 × 864
640 × 480
32MB
(optional)
64MB
(optional)
128MB
(optional)
25 images
51 images
100 images
205 images
80 images
160 images
325 images
650 images
25 images
50 images
100 images
205 images
415 images
80 images
160 images
325 images
650 images 1310 images
1152 × 864
37 images
74 images
150 images
300 images
640 × 480
120 images
240 images
485 images
980 images 1970 images
600 images
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 you
select and the complexity of the subject.
Type of the “Memory Stick”
Image size
8MB
(supplied)
16MB
(optional)
32MB
(optional)
64MB
(optional)
128MB
(optional)
320 × 240
1 min.
20 sec.
2 min.
40 sec.
5 min.
20 sec.
10 min.
40 sec.
21 min.
20 sec.
160 × 112
5 min.
20 sec.
10 min.
40 sec.
21 min.
20 sec.
42 min.
40 sec.
85 min.
20 sec.
The table above shows approximate number and times of still images and moving
pictures you can record on a “Memory Stick” formatted by your camcorder.
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Note
When still images recorded on your camcorder in 1152 × 864 size are played back on
other equipment that does not support 1152 × 864 size, the full image may not appear,
or images in the reduced size may appear in the center of the screen.
Recording still images on a “Memory
Stick”– Memory Photo recording
You can record still images on a “Memory Stick.”
Before operation
Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.
(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). Make
sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position).
(2) Press PHOTO lightly. The green z mark stops flashing, then lights up. The
brightness of the image and focus are adjusted, being targeted for the middle
of 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.”
[a][b]
1152
SFN
1 / 12
PHOT
PLAY
1152
INDEX
FN
INDEX
FN
“Memory Stick” Operations
SFN
PHOT
POWER
VCR
OFF(CHG) CAMERA
LOCK
PLAY
MEMORY/
NETWORK
[a]: Number of recorded images
[b]: Approximate number of images can be
recorded on the “Memory Stick”
You can record still images on a “Memory Stick” in the tape
recording or recording standby
For the details, see p. 46.
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Recording still images on a“Memory Stick”
– Memory Photo recording
When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only)
The following functions do not work:
– Digital zoom
– Wide mode
– Fader
– Picture effect
– Digital effect
– Sports lesson of PROGRAM AE (The indicator flashes.)
– Title
While you are recording a still image
You can neither turn off the power nor press PHOTO.
When you press PHOTO on the Remote Commander
Your camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen when you press
the button.
When you press PHOTO lightly in step 2
The image momentarily flickers. This is not a malfunction.
Recording data
The recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) are not displayed
while recording. However, they are recorded automatically onto the “Memory Stick.”
To display the recording data, press the DATA CODE button during playback. You can
also use the Remote Commander for this operation (p. 41).
When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only)
The angle of view is slightly larger compared with the angle of view when the POWER
switch is set to CAMERA.
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Recording still images on a“Memory Stick”
– Memory Photo recording
Recording images continuously
You can record still images continuously. Before recording, select one of the four modes
described below in the menu settings.
NORMAL [a]
Your camcorder shoots up to four still images in 1152 × 864 size or 13 still images in 640
× 480 size at about 0.5 sec intervals. (
EXP BRKTG (Exposure Bracketing)
Your camcorder automatically shoots three images at about 0.5 sec intervals at different
exposures. (
[a]
[b]
“Memory Stick” Operations
MULTI SCRN (Multi Screen) [b]
Your camcorder shoots nine still images at about 0.4 sec intervals and displays the
images on a single page divided into nine boxes. Still images are recorded in 640 × 480
size. (
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Recording still images on a “Memory Stick”
– Memory Photo recording
(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). Make
sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position).
(2) Press MENU, then select BURST while STILL SET is selected in
, then press
the dial (p. 211).
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired setting, then press the
dial.
(4) Press MENU to make the menu setting disappear.
(5) Press PHOTO deeper.
PHOTO
MEMORY SET
STILL SET
BURST
OFF
QUALITY
IMAGESIZE
RETURN
[MENU] : END
MEMORY SET
STILL SET
BURST
QUALITY
IMAGESIZE
RETURN
MEMORY SET
STILL SET
BURST
QUALITY
IMAGESIZE
RETURN
OFF
NORMAL
EXP BRKTG
MULTI SCRN
[MENU] : END
OFF
NORMAL
EXP BRKTG
MULTI SCRN
MEMORY SET
STILL SET
BURST
NORMAL
QUALITY
IMAGESIZE
RETURN
MENU
[MENU] : END
[MENU] : END
If the capacity of the “Memory Stick” becomes full
”
FULL” appears on the screen, and you cannot record a still image on this “Memory
Stick.”
The number of still images in continuous shooting
The number of still images you can shoot continuously varies depending on the image
size and the capacity of the “Memory Stick.”
During recording still images continuously
The flash does not work.
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 is
recommended.
When selecting NORMAL
Recording continues up to the maximum number of still images during pressing
PHOTO deeper. Release PHOTO to stop recording.
When shooting with the self-timer or the Remote Commander
Your camcorder automatically records up to the maximum recordable number of still
images.
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Recording still images on a “Memory Stick”
– Memory Photo recording
If there is space remaining on the “Memory Stick” for less than three photos
You cannot carry out the exposure bracketing (EXP BRKTG). “
FULL” is displayed
when you press PHOTO.
Recording images with the flash
The flash automatically pops up to strobe. The default setting is auto (no indicator). To
change the flash mode, press (flash) repeatedly until the flash mode indicator
appears on the screen.
(flash)
(flash) changes the indicator as follows:
t t
t (no indicator)
Auto red-eye reduction: The flash fires before recording to reduce the red-eye
phenomenon.
Forced flash:
The flash fires regardless of the surrounding brightness.
No flash:
The flash does not fire.
“Memory Stick” Operations
Each press of
The flash is automatically adjusted to the appropriate brightness. You can also change
FLASH LVL to the desired brightness in the menu settings (p. 208). Try recording
various images to find the most appropriate setting for FLASH LVL.
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Recording still images on a “Memory Stick”
– Memory Photo recording
Notes
•The recommended shooting distance using the built-in flash is 0.8 m to 2.5 m (2 3/5
feet to 8 1/3 feet).
•Attaching the lens hood or a conversion lens (optional) may block the light from 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 on
individual differences, the distance to the subject, the subject not looking at the prerecording flash or other conditions.
•The flash effect cannot be obtained easily when you use forced flash in a bright
location.
•If it is not easy to focus on a subject automatically, for example, when recording in the
dark, use HOLOGRAM AF (p. 141) or the focal distance information (p. 77) for
focusing manually.
When the flashlight does not reach to the subjects
The color of the image may change.
If you leave your camcorder for five or more minutes after removing the power
supply
Your camcorder returns to the default setting (auto).
The flash does not fire even if you select auto and
during the following operations:
– Spot light
– Shutter speed adjustment
– Sunset & moon of PROGRAM AE
– Landscape of PROGRAM AE
– Exposure
– Flexible Spot meter
(auto red-eye reduction)
When you use an external flash (optional) which does not have the auto red-eye
reduction
You cannot select the auto red-eye reduction.
During recording images continuously
The flash does not work.
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Recording still images on a “Memory Stick”
– Memory Photo recording
Shooting with an auxiliary light – HOLOGRAM AF
The HOLOGRAM AF is an auxiliary light source used for focusing on subjects in dark
places.
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 the
auxiliary light will automatically emit until the subject is focused.
HOLOGRAM AF emitter
“HOLOGRAM AF (Auto-Focus),” an application of laser holograms, is a new AF
optical system that enables still image shooting in dark places. Having gentler radiation
than 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 emitter
at a close range. However, it is not recommended to do so, because you may experience
such effects like several minutes of image residual and dazzling, that you encounter
after looking into a flashlight.
“Memory Stick” Operations
About HOLOGRAM AF
* 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 a
condition that a human looks at the laser light either directly or even through a lens
for 30 000 seconds.
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Recording still images on a“Memory Stick”
– Memory Photo recording
Notes
•Attaching the lens hood or a conversion lens (optional) may obstruct the
HOLOGRAM AF light and make focusing difficult. We recommend removing the lens
hood or a conversion lens while shooting with the HOLOGRAM AF.
•If enough light does not reach the subject even if the HOLOGRAM AF emitter is
emitted (recommended shooting distance is 2.5 m (8 1/3 feet)), the subject will not be
focused.
•Focusing may be hampered if the light emitted from the HOLOGRAM AF is blocked
by an obstruction.
•Focus is achieved as long as HOLOGRAM AF light reaches to the subject even if its
light is slightly out of the middle position of the subject.
•If HOLOGRAM AF light is dim, it sometimes becomes difficult to focus. If this
happens, wipe the HOLOGRAM AF emitter with a soft, dry cloth.
The HOLOGRAM AF does not emit when:
– Flash is set to
No flash
– Focus manually
– Spot Focus
– Sunset & moon of PROGRAM AE
– Landscape of PROGRAM AE
– Continuous photo recording
When you use the external flash (optional) as well
HOLOGRAM AF emits.
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Recording still images on a “Memory Stick”
– Memory Photo recording
Self-timer memory photo recording
You can record images on a “Memory Stick” with the self-timer. You can also use the
Remote Commander for this operation.
(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). Make
sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position).
(2) Press FN to display PAGE1.
(3) Press SELFTIMER.
(self-timer) indicator appears on the screen.
The
(4) Press PHOTO deeper.
Self-timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep. In the last two seconds of
the countdown, the beep gets faster, then recording starts automatically.
FN
PHOT
“Memory Stick” Operations
PHOTO
To cancel the self-timer
Press SELFTIMER so that the
cannot stop the countdown.
(self-timer) indicator disappears on the screen. You
Note
The self-timer is automatically canceled when:
– Self-timer recording is finished.
– The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR.
143
Recording images from a tape as still
images
Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as a still
image on a “Memory Stick.” Your camcorder can also capture moving picture data
through the input connector and record it as a still image on a “Memory Stick.”
Before operation
Insert a “Memory Stick” and the recorded tape 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 the picture you want to capture from the tape
freezes and CAPTURE appears on the screen. Recording does not start yet.
To change from the selected image to another image, release PHOTO once and
press it lightly again.
(4) Press PHOTO deeper. The image displayed on the screen will be recorded on
the “Memory Stick.” Recording is complete when the bar scroll indicator
disappears.
REW
PLAY
FF
[a] [b]
640
SFN
1 / 12
CAPTURE
PHOT
640
SFN
PHOT
PB
INDEX
FN
PB
INDEX
FN
[a] : Number of the recorded images
[b] : Approximate number of the images that can be recorded on the “Memory Stick”
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Recording images from a tape as still images
Image size of still images
Image size is automatically set to 640 × 480.
When the access lamp is lit or flashing
Do not shake or strike the unit. Also, do not turn the power off , eject the “Memory
Stick.” Otherwise, image data may become damaged.
If “
FORMAT ERROR” appears on the screen
The inserted “Memory Stick” is incompatible with your camcorder because its format
does not conform with your camcorder. Check the format of the “Memory Stick.”
If you press PHOTO lightly in the playback
Your camcorder stops momentarily.
Sound recorded on a tape
You cannot record audio from a tape.
Recording date/time
The 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.”
“Memory Stick” Operations
Titles already recorded on cassettes
You cannot record titles on a “Memory Stick.” Titles do not appear while you are
recording a still image with PHOTO.
When you press PHOTO on the Remote Commander
Your camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen when you press
the button.
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Recording images from a tape as still images
Recording a still image from external equipment
Before operation
Set 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 144.
Using the A/V connecting cable
AUDIO/
VIDEO
OUT
S VIDEO
Yellow
S VIDEO
VIDEO
VCR
AUDIO
A/V connecting cable (supplied)
: Signal flow
Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video jack on the VCR or
the TV.
If your TV or VCR has an S video jack
Pictures 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/V
connecting cable.
Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and the
TV or VCR.
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Recording images from a tape as still images
Using the i.LINK cable
DV
DV
DV OUT
i.LINK cable (optional)
Note
REC ERROR” is displayed,
In the following instances, recording is interrupted or “
and recording is not possible. Reinsert the “Memory Stick” to record distortion-free
images.
– When recording on a tape in a poor recording state, for example, on a tape that has
been repeatedly used for dubbing.
– When attempting to input images that are distorted due to poor radio wave reception
when a TV tuner unit is in use.
“Memory Stick” Operations
: Signal flow
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Superimposing a still image in the
“Memory Stick” on an image
– MEMORY MIX
You can superimpose a still image you have recorded on the “Memory Stick” on the
moving picture you are recording. You can record the superimposed images on a tape
or 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 a
moving picture.
M. LUMI (memory luminance key)
You can swap a brighter area of a still image such as a handwritten illustration or title
with a moving picture. Record a title on the “Memory Stick” before a trip or event for
convenience.
C. CHROM (camera chroma key)
You can superimpose a moving picture on a still image such as an image can be used as
background. Shoot the subject against a blue background. The blue area of the moving
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 “Memory
Stick.”
M. CHROM
Still image
Moving picture
Blue
Still image
Moving picture
Still image
Moving picture
M C AM
C H R OM
M. LUMI
M C AM
L UM I
C. CHROM
C AM M
C H R OM
Blue
M. OVERLAP*
Still image
Moving picture
OV ER –
LAP
* The superimposed image using Memory overlap can be recorded on tapes only.
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Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image
– MEMORY MIX
Recording superimposed images on a tape
Before operation
•Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder.
•Insert a “Memory Stick” recorded still images into your camcorder.
M. CHROM:
Blue chroma key (only blue background portion) to extract a
still image and superimpose it on a moving image
M. LUMI:
Brightness level used when extracting a still image and
superimposing it on a moving image
C. CHROM:
Blue chroma key (only blue background portion) to extract a
moving picture and superimpose it on a still image
M. OVERLAP: No adjustment necessary
“Memory Stick” Operations
(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 the
lower part of the screen as a thumbnail image.
(4) Press –/+ on the right lower corner of the screen to select the still image which
you 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.
The 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.
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Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image
– MEMORY MIX
POWER
VCR
OFF(CHG) CAMERA
MEMORY/
NETWORK
MEM MIX
MEM
– MIX +
OFF MCCAM OVERLUMI LAP
OK
CAMCM MCCAM
CHROM CHROM
Still image
100–0001
–
MEM MIX
OFF
OK
M. LUMI
FN
–
100–0001
–
MEM MIX
OFF
–
OK
M. LUMI
–
100–0001
–
To change the still image to be superimposed
Press –/+ on the right lower corner before step 6.
To cancel MEMORY MIX
Press
OFF to return to PAGE1.
Notes
•You cannot use the MEMORY MIX for moving pictures recorded on a “Memory
Stick.”
•When the overlapping still image has a large amount of white, the thumbnail image of
the picture may not be clear.
OFF to return to PAGE1.
•You cannot change the mode setting. Press
Image data modified on your computer or shot with other equipment
You may not be able to play back modified images with your camcorder.
When you record the still image without superimposing
Select M. LUMI. mode. Press <-/+ mark> until all bars are displayed. Only the still
image will be displayed on the screen.
When you select M. OVERLAP
You cannot change the still image or the mode setting.
To record the superimposed image as a still image
Press PHOTO deeper in step 8 (You should set PHOTO REC in
menu settings beforehand).
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to TAPE in the
Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image
– MEMORY MIX
Recording superimposed images on a “Memory Stick” as a still
image
Before operation
Insert a “Memory Stick” recorded still images into your camcorder.
M. CHROM:
M. LUMI:
C. CHROM:
Blue chroma key (only blue background portion) to extract a
still image and superimpose it on a moving image
Brightness level used when extracting a still image and
superimposing it on a moving image
Blue chroma key (only blue background portion) to extract a
moving picture and superimpose it on a still image
“Memory Stick” Operations
(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). Make
sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position).
(2) Press FN and select PAGE2.
(3) Press MEM MIX. The last recorded or last composed image appears on the
lower part of the screen as a thumbnail image.
(4) Press –/+ on the right lower corner of the screen to select the still image which
you 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.
The 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 the “Memory Stick.”
Recording is complete when the bar scroll indicator disappears.
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Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image
– MEMORY MIX
PHOT
MEM MIX
OFF MCCAM
LUMI
–
OK
CAMCM MCCAM
CHROM CHROM
Still image
100–0001
–
MEM MIX
OFF
OK
M. LUMI
FN
–
100–0001
–
MEM MIX
OFF
–
OK
M. LUMI
–
100–0001
–
To change the still image to be superimposed
Press –/+ on the right lower corner before step 6.
To cancel MEMORY MIX
Press
OFF to return to PAGE2.
Notes
•You cannot use MEMORY MIX for moving pictures recorded on a “Memory Stick.”
•When the overlapping still image has a large amount of white, the thumbnail image of
the picture may not be clear.
OFF to return to PAGE2.
•You cannot change the mode setting. Press
Image size of still pictures
Image size is automatically set to 640 × 480.
Image data modified with your computers or shot with other equipment
You may not be able to play back modified images with your camcorder.
When recording images on a “Memory Stick” using the MEMORY MIX
The 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) 100-0019~100-0020
Sample images
Sample images stored in the “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder are
protected (p. 176).
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Recording moving pictures on a“Memory
Stick” – MPEG movie recording
You can record moving pictures with sound on a “Memory Stick.”
You can record picture and sound continuously up to the capacity of a “Memory
Stick”(MPEG MOVIE EX).
Before operation
Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.
(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). Make
sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position).
(2) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The camera recording
lamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up. The picture and sound
are recorded up to the remaining capacity of the “Memory Stick.” For more
information about recording time, see page 134.
POWER
40min
320REC
VCR
0:00:03
15min
[a]
OFF(CHG) CAMERA
BBB
MEMORY/
NETWORK
[b]
PLAY
INDEX
FN
“Memory Stick” Operations
[a]: Recording time can be recorded on the
“Memory Stick”.
[b]: This indicator is displayed for five seconds
after pressing START/STOP. This indicator
is not recorded.
To stop recording
Press START/STOP.
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Recording moving pictures on a “Memory Stick”
– MPEG movie recording
Note
Sound is recorded in monaural.
When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only)
The following functions do not work:
– Digital zoom
– Wide mode
– Fader
– Picture effect
– Digital effect
– Sports lesson of PROGRAM AE (The indicator flashes.)
– Title
When using an external flash (optional)
Turn the power of the external flash off when recording moving pictures on a “Memory
Stick.” Otherwise, the charging sound for the flash may be recorded.
Recording date/time
The date/time are not displayed while recording. However, they are automatically
recorded onto the “Memory Stick.”
To display the recording date/time, press the DATA CODE button during playback.
You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation (p. 41). Various settings
cannot be recorded.
During recording on a “Memory Stick”
Do not eject the cassette tape from your camcorder. During ejecting the tape, sound is
recorded on the “Memory Stick.”
When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only)
The angle of view is slightly larger compared with the angle of view when the POWER
switch is set to CAMERA.
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Recording moving pictures on a “Memory Stick”
– MPEG movie recording
Self-timer MPEG movie recording
You can record images on a “Memory Stick” with the self-timer. You can also use the
Remote Commander for this operation.
(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). Make
sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position).
(2) Press FN to display PAGE1.
(3) Press SELFTIMER.
(self-timer) indicator appears on the screen.
The
(4) Press START/STOP.
Self-timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep. In the last two seconds of
the countdown, the beep gets faster, then recording starts automatically.
START/STOP button
FN
POWER
VCR
OFF(CHG) CAMERA
“Memory Stick” Operations
MEMORY/
NETWORK
To stop the self-timer
Press START/STOP. To restart the self-timer, press START/STOP again.
To cancel the self-timer
Press SELFTIMER so that the
(self-timer) indicator disappears on the screen.
Note
The self-timer is automatically canceled when:
– Self-timer recording is finished.
– The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR.
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Recording pictures from a tape as a
moving picture
Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as a
moving picture on a “Memory Stick.” Your camcorder can also capture moving picture
data through the input connector and record it as a moving picture on a “Memory
Stick.”
Before operation
Insert a “Memory Stick” and the recorded tape 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 recorded
up to the remaining capacity of the “Memory Stick.” For more information
about recording time, see page 134.
POWER
VCR
OFF(CHG) CAMERA
PLAY
To stop recording
Press START/STOP.
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PAUSE
N 0:15:42:43
0:00:03
15min
40min
320REC
[a]
BBB
[b]
MEMORY/
NETWORK
PB
INDEX
FN
[a]: The recording time can be recorded on
the “Memory Stick.”
[b]: This indicator is displayed for
five seconds after pressing START/
STOP. This indicator is not recorded.
Recording pictures from a tape as a moving picture
Notes
•Sound recorded in 48 kHz is converted to 32 kHz sound when recording images from
a tape to a “Memory Stick.”
•Sound recorded in stereo is converted to monaural sound when recording from a tape.
When the access lamp is lit or flashing
Do not shake or knock the unit. Also, do not turn the power off, eject the “Memory
Stick.” Otherwise, image data may become damaged.
Titles already recorded on cassettes
You cannot record titles on a “Memory Stick.” Titles do not appear while you are
recording moving picture with START/STOP.
Recording date/time
The 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.”
“Memory Stick” Operations
If “
AUDIO ERROR” is displayed
Sound that cannot be recorded by your camcorder has been recorded. Connect the A/V
connecting cable to input images from external equipment used to play back the image
(p. 158).
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Recording pictures from a tape as a moving picture
Recording a moving picture from external equipment
Before operation
Set 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 156 from the step 3 onwards at the point where
you want to start recording from.
Using the A/V connecting cable
AUDIO/
VIDEO
OUT
Yellow
S VIDEO
White
S VIDEO
VIDEO
VCR
: Signal flow
AUDIO
A/V connecting cable (supplied)
Red
If your TV or VCR has an S video jack
Pictures 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/V
connecting cable.
Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and the
TV or VCR.
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Recording pictures from a tape as a moving picture
Using the i.LINK cable
DV
DV
DV OUT
i.LINK cable (optional)
Note
REC ERROR” is displayed and you cannot record
In the following instances, “
pictures.
– When recording on a tape in a poor recording state, for example, on a tape that has
been repeatedly used for dubbing.
– When attempting to input images that are distorted due to poor radio wave reception
when a TV tuner unit is in use.
– When the input signal is cut off.
“Memory Stick” Operations
: Signal flow
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Recording edited pictures from a tape as
a moving picture – Digital program
editing (on a “Memory Stick”)
You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto a “Memory Stick.”
Making the program
Before operation
Insert a “Memory Stick” and a recorded tape into your camcorder.
(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
(2) Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to set VIDEO EDIT in
to MEMORY, then press the dial (p.217).
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IMAGESIZE and select the desired
image size, then press the dial.
(4) Search for the beginning of the first scene you want to insert using the video
operation buttons, then pause playback.
You can fine-adjust one frame at a time with EDITSEARCH.
(5) Press MARK on the Remote Commander, or turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select MARK, then press the dial.
The IN point of the first program is set, and the top part of the program mark
changes to light blue.
(6) Search for the end of the first scene you want to insert using the video
operation buttons, then pause playback.
You can fine-adjust one frame at a time with EDITSEARCH.
(7) Press MARK on the Remote Commander, or the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
The OUT point of the first program is set, then the bottom part of the program
mark changes to light blue.
(8) Repeat steps 4 to 7, then set the program.
When one program is set, the program mark changes to light blue.
You can set 20 programs in maximum.
4,7
REW
PLAY
FF
PAUSE
STOP
MENU
VIDEO EDIT
MARK
UNDO
ERASE ALL
START
IMAGESIZE
TOTAL 0:00:00
SCENE 0
[MENU] : END
160
N X 0:08:55:06
1 OUT
320
2min
VIDEO EDIT
MARK
UNDO
ERASE ALL
START
IMAGESIZE
TOTAL 0:00:12
SCENE 1
[MENU] : END
N X 0:08:58:06
2 IN
320
2min
VIDEO EDIT
MARK
UNDO
ERASE ALL
START
IMAGESIZE
TOTAL 0:00:31
SCENE 3
[MENU] : END
N X 0:10:01:23
4 IN
320
2min
Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture
– Digital program editing (on a “Memory Stick”)
Erasing the program you have set
Erase OUT first and then IN of the last program.
(1) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select UNDO, then press the dial.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.
The last set program mark flashes, then the setting is canceled.
To cancel erasing
Select RETURN with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial in step 2.
Erasing all programs
(1) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ERASE ALL, then press the dial.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.
All the program marks flash, then the settings are canceled.
To cancel a program you have set
Press MENU.
The program is stored in memory until the tape is ejected.
Notes
•You cannot dub the titles, display indicators, or the contents of cassette memory.
•You cannot operate recording during the digital program editing on a “Memory
Stick.”
“Memory Stick” Operations
To cancel erasing all programs
Select RETURN with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial in step 2.
If the tape has a blank portion
You cannot set IN or OUT on the portion
If there is a blank portion between IN and OUT on the tape
The total time code may not be displayed correctly.
During making a program
If you eject the cassette, the program will be erased.
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Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture
– Digital program editing (on a “Memory Stick”)
Performing the program (Dubbing on a “Memory Stick”)
(1) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select START, then press the dial.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.
Search for the beginning of the first program, then start dubbing.
The program mark flashes.
The SEARCH indicator appears during search and the EDITING indicator
appears during writing of data on your camcorder, and REC appears during
dubbing on the screen.
The program mark changes to light blue after dubbing is complete.
When the dubbing ends, your camcorder automatically stops.
To stop dubbing during editing
Press x using the video operation buttons.
The program you made is recorded on a “Memory Stick” up to the place where you
pressed x.
To end the Digital program editing
Your camcorder stops when the dubbing ends. Then the display returns to VIDEO
EDIT in the menu settings.
Press MENU to erase the menu display.
When the program to operate the Digital program editing has not been made.
You cannot press START.
When the “Memory Stick” does not have enough space to record
“LOW MEMORY ” appears on the screen. However, you can record pictures up to the
time indicated.
When the “Memory Stick” has no space to record
“MEMORY FULL” appears on the screen.
When a “Memory Stick” is not set
“NO MEMORY STICK” appears on the screen.
When the write-protect switch on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK
“MEMORY STICK LOCKED” appears on the screen.
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Copying still images from a tape
– PHOTO SAVE
Using the search function, you can automatically capture only still images from tapes
and record them on a “Memory Stick” in sequence.
Before operation
•Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder and rewind the tape.
•Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.
(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
(2) Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PHOTO SAVE in
, then press the dial (p. 212).
PHOTO BUTTON appears on the screen.
(3) Press PHOTO deeper. The still image from the tape is recorded on the
“Memory Stick.” The number of still images copied is displayed. END is
displayed when copying ends.
PHOTO SAVE
0:00:00:00
PHOT
640 STD
END
SAV I NG
MEMORY SET
STILL SET
MOVIE SET
PHOTO SAVE READY
FILE NO.
RETURN
[MENU] : END
0:30:00:00
8/15
640 STD
[MENU] : END
PHOTO SAVE
4/15
“Memory Stick” Operations
[MENU] : END
PHOTO SAVE
0:00:00:00
4/15
640 STD
PHOTO BUTTON
[PHOTO] : START
[MENU] : END
MENU
To stop copying
Press x using the video operation buttons or press MENU.
When the “Memory Stick” becomes full
“MEMORY FULL” appears on the screen, and copying stops. Insert another “Memory
Stick” and repeat the procedure from step 2.
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Copying still images from a tape – PHOTO SAVE
Image size of still images
Image size is automatically set to 640 × 480.
When the access lamp is lit or flashing
Do not shake or knock your camcorder. As well do not turn the power off, eject the
“Memory Stick.” Otherwise, image data may become damaged.
If the write-protect switch on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK
“NOT READY” appears when you select the item in the menu settings.
When you change the “Memory Stick” during copying
Your camcorder resumes copying from the last image recorded on the previous
“Memory Stick.”
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Viewing still images
– Memory photo playback
You can play back still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can also play back
six images including moving pictures in order at a time by selecting the index screen.
You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation.
Before operation
Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.
(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only) or VCR.
Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position).
PB. The last recorded image is displayed.
(2) Press PLAY or
(3) Press –/+ on your camcorder to select the desired still image.
– : To see the previous image
+: To see the next image
PLAY
PB
“Memory Stick” Operations
To stop memory photo playback
Press CAM, VCR on your camcorder or MEMORY PLAY button on the Remote
Commander.
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Viewing still images – Memory photo playback
You may not be able to play back images with your camcorder:
– when playing back image data modified on your computer.
– when playing back image data shot with other equipment.
Notes on the file name
•The directory number may not be displayed and only the file name may be displayed
if the structure of the directory does not conform to the DCF standard.
•“
- DIRECTORY ERROR” may appear on screen if the structure of the directory
does not conform to the DCF standard. While this message appears, you can play back
images but cannot record them on the “Memory Stick.”
•The file name flashes on the screen if the file is corrupted or the file is unreadable.
To play back recorded images on a TV screen
•Before operation, connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable
supplied with your camcorder.
•When operating memory photo playback on a TV or on the LCD screen, image quality
may appear to have deteriorated. This is not a malfunction. The image data is as good
as ever.
•Turn the audio volume of the TV down before operation, or noise (howling) may be
output from the TV speakers.
Still images
You can select still images also with –/+ on PAGE1/PAGE2/PAGE3.
When no still image is recorded on the “Memory Stick”
When you press MEMORY PLAY on the Remote Commander, “
NO FILE” appears.
Screen indicators during still image playback
Image size
Image number/Total number of recorded images
100–0006
1152
6/ 40
MEMORY PLAY
Print mark
Protect
JUL 4 2002
12:05:56 AM
–
Recording date/time/various settings
CAM
INDEX
FN
Data Directory Number, File Number
When the POWER switch is set to VCR, VCR is
displayed instead of CAM
Recording data
You can view recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) when you
press DATA CODE. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation (p. 41).
To make screen indicators disappear
Press DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL.
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Viewing still images – Memory photo playback
Playing back six recorded images at a time (index screen)
You can play back six recorded images at a time. This function is especially useful when
searching for a particular image.
Before operation
Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.
(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only) or VCR.
Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position).
(2) Press INDEX to display the index screen.
A red B mark appears above the image that is displayed before changing to the index
screen mode.
T : To display the previous 6 images
t : To display the following 6 images
DEL
EXIT
1 / 40
“Memory Stick” Operations
B mark
MARK
-MARK
To return to FN
Press EXIT.
To return to the normal playback screen (single screen)
Press the image you want to display.
Note
When displaying the index screen, the number appears above each image. This
indicates the order in which images are recorded on the “Memory Stick.” These
numbers are different from the data file names.
Image data modified on your computer or shot with other equipment
These files are sometimes not displayed on the index screen.
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Viewing moving pictures
– MPEG movie playback
You can play back moving pictures recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can also play
back six images including still images in order at a time by selecting the index screen.
Before operation
Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.
(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only) or VCR.
Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position).
PB. The last recorded image is displayed.
(2) Press PLAY or
(3) Press +/– to select the desired moving pictures.
– : To see the previous picture
+ : To see the next picture
(4) Press MPEG N X to start playback.
(5) To adjust the volume, press either of the two buttons on VOLUME.
– : To turn down
+ : To turn up
When you close the LCD panel, sound is muted.
VOLUME
PLAY
PB
To stop MPEG movie playback
Press MPEG N X.
Note
You may not be able to play back images with your camcorder:
– When playing back image data modified on your computer.
– When playing back image data shot with other equipment.
To play back recorded images on a TV screen
• Before operation connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable
supplied with your camcorder.
• Turn the audio volume of the TV down before operation, or noise (howling) may be
output from the TV speakers.
Moving pictures
You can select moving pictures also with –/+ on PAGE1/PAGE2/PAGE3.
When no image is recorded on the “Memory Stick”
When you press MEMORY PLAY on the Remote Commander, the message “
FILE” appears.
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NO
Viewing moving pictures – MPEG movie playback
Playing back a moving picture from the desired part
The moving picture recorded on a “Memory Stick” is divided into 23 parts.
You can select every each one point and play back pictures.
Before operation
Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.
1/2
0 : 00 : 00
320
MOV00001
MPEG
NX
–
CAM
INDEX
“Memory Stick” Operations
(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only) or VCR.
Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position).
PB. The last recorded image is displayed.
(2) Press PLAY or
(3) Press –/+ to select the desired moving pictures.
– : To see the previous picture
+ : To see the next picture
(4) Press
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