Using this manual.. 12 Checking supplied accessories. 14 Step 1 Preparing the power supply. 15 Installing the battery pack. 15 Charging the battery pack. 16 Connecting to a wall outlet. 19 Step 2 Setting the date and time. 20 Step 3 Inserting a cassette. 23 Step 4 Using the touch panel. 24

Recording Basics

Recording a picture. 26 Shooting backlit subjects BACK LIGHT. 34 Shooting subjects lit by strong light SPOT LIGHT.. 35 Self-timer recording.. 36 Checking recordings END SEARCH / EDITSEARCH / Rec Review. 37
Advanced Playback Operations
Playing back tapes with picture effect.. 84 Playing back tapes with digital effect.. 85 Enlarging images recorded on tapes Tape PB ZOOM.. 86 Quickly locating a scene ZERO SET MEMORY.. 88 Searching the boundaries of a recorded tape by title TITLE SEARCH.. 89 Searching a recording by date DATE SEARCH.. 90 Searching for a photo PHOTO SEARCH/PHOTO SCAN. 92

Playback Basics

Playing back a tape. 39 To display the screen indicators Display function. 41 Viewing the recording on TV. 45
Advanced Recording Operations
Recording still images on a Memory Stick during tape recording. 46 Recording still images on a tape Tape Photo recording.. 51 Using the wide mode.. 53 Using the fader.. 55 Using special effects Picture effect.. 58 Using special effects Digital effect.. 59 Presetting the adjustment for picture quality Custom preset.. 62 Using the guide frame. 64

Editing

Dubbing a tape.. 95 Dubbing only desired scenes Digital program editing (on tapes)... 98 Recording video or TV programs.. 109 Inserting a scene from a VCR Insert Editing.. 113 Audio dubbing. 115 Superimposing a title.. 119 Making your own titles.. 122 Labeling a cassette.. 124

Memory Stick Operations

Using a Memory Stick Introduction. 126 Recording still images on a Memory Stick Memory Photo recording. 135 Recording images from a tape as still images.. 144 Superimposing a still image in the Memory Stick on an image MEMORY MIX. 148 Recording moving pictures on aMemory Stick MPEG movie recording. 153 Recording pictures from a tape as a moving picture.. 156 Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture Digital program editing (on a Memory Stick).. 160 Copying still images from a tape PHOTO SAVE.. 163 Viewing still images Memory photo playback.. 165 Viewing moving pictures MPEG movie playback. 168 Copying images recorded on a Memory Stick to a tape. 171 Enlarging still images recorded on a Memory Stick Memory PB ZOOM. 173 Playing back images in a continuous loop SLIDE SHOW.. 175 Preventing accidental erasure Image protection. 176 Deleting images DELETE.. 177 Writing a print mark PRINT MARK.. 180 Using the optional printer.. 181

Viewing images recorded on a Memory Stick on your computer For Windows users. 199 Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable For Macintosh users. 201 Viewing images recorded on a Memory Stick on your computer For Macintosh users. 203 Capturing images from an analog video unit on your computer Signal convert function. 204
Using the Network function (DCR-TRV950 only)
Accessing the network.. 205
For the details, refer to the Network Function Operating Instructions supplied with your camcorder.
Customizing Your Camcorder
Changing the default settings with the menu.. 207

Troubleshooting

Types of trouble and how to correct trouble.. 218 Self-diagnosis display.. 225 Warning indicators and messages. 226

Additional Information

Usable cassettes.. 228 About the InfoLITHIUM battery pack.. 231 About i.LINK.. 233 Using your camcorder abroad.. 235 Maintenance information and precautions. 236 Specifications.. 242
Viewing Images Using your Computer
Viewing images on your computer Introduction. 183 Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable For Windows users. 186 Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer For Windows users. 194

Quick Reference

Identifying parts and controls. 244 Index... 254
Quick Start Guide Recording on a tape
This chapter introduces you to the basic features to recorded pictures on tapes of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses ( ) for more information.
Connecting the power cord

(p. 19)

Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 15). Open the DC IN jack cover. AC power adaptor (supplied)

Quick Start Guide

Connect the plug with its v mark facing up.
Inserting a cassette (p. 23) 1
Slide OPEN/Z EJECT in the direction of the arrow to open the lid.
Insert the cassette straight as far as possible into the cassette compartment with the window facing out and the write-protect tab facing upward.
Close the cassette compartment by on the pressing cassette compartment. After the cassette compartment goes down completely, close the lid until it clicks.

Write-protect tab

Recording a picture 1 Remove the lens cap.

(p. 26)

2 Set the POWER
switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button.

OFF(CHG) CAMERA

(1) Prepare the power supply. (2) Slide OPEN/Z EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens. (3) Insert the cassette straight as far as possible into the cassette compartment with the window facing out and the write-protect tab facing upward. on the cassette compartment. (4) Close the cassette compartment by pressing The cassette compartment automatically goes down. (5) After the cassette compartment goes down completely, close the lid until it clicks.

OPEN/Z EJECT

To eject a cassette
Follow the procedure above, and take out the cassette in step 3. Notes Do not press the cassette compartment down forcibly. Doing so may cause a malfunction. The cassette compartment may not be closed when you press any part of the cassette compartment other than the mark. When you use a cassette with cassette memory Read the instruction about cassette memory to use this function properly (p. 228). To prevent accidental erasure Slide the write-protect tab on the cassette to expose the red mark.
Step 4 Using the touch panel
Your camcorder has operation buttons on the LCD screen. Touch the LCD screen directly with your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-TRV950 only) to operate each function. This section describes how to operate the touch panel during recording or playing back images on a tape.
(1) Prepare the power supply (p. 15 to 19). (2) Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. (3) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR while pressing the small green button. (4) Press FN. Operation buttons appear on the LCD screen. (5) Press PAGE2 to go to PAGE2. Operation buttons appear on the LCD screen. (6) Press a desired operation item. Refer to relevant pages of this manual for each function.
When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA

PAGE1 PAGE2 EXIT

END SCH SPOT FOCUS DIG EFFT MEM MIX SPOT METER

PAGE1 PAGE2

LCD BRT

SELF TIMER

To return to FN

Press EXIT.

To execute settings
Press OK. The display returns to PAGE1/PAGE2.

To cancel settings

Press OFF to return to PAGE1/PAGE2.
Notes When using the touch panel, press operation buttons with your thumb supporting the LCD panel 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: When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA PAGE1 PAGE2 END SCH, SPOT FOCUS, DIG EFFT, MEM MIX, SPOT METER LCD BRT, SELFTIMER

Recording a picture After recording
(1) (2) (3) (4) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Close the LCD panel. Eject the cassette. Remove the battery pack.

Adjusting the LCD screen

The LCD panel can be opened up to 90 degrees. The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the viewfinder side and about 180 degrees to the lens side.
When closing the LCD panel, set it vertically, and swing it into the camcorder body. Note When the LCD panel is opened, the viewfinder automatically turns off and no image is displayed in the viewfinder. However, in the Mirror Mode, images are displayed in the viewfinder as well (p. 32). LCD screen When you use the LCD screen outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD screen may be difficult to see. If this happens, we recommend that you use the viewfinder. When you adjust the angle of the LCD panel, make sure if the LCD panel is opened up to 90 degrees.
Recording a picture Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen
(1) Press FN and select PAGE2 while the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). When you set the POWER switch to VCR, press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press LCD BRT. The screen to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen appears. (3) Adjust the brightness of the LCD screen using /+. : to dim + : to brighten (4) Press OK to return to PAGE1/PAGE2.

LCD BRT OK

the bar indicator
Press EXIT. LCD screen backlight You can change the brightness of the backlight. Select LCD B.L. in the menu settings when using the battery pack (p. 210). Even if you adjust LCD BRT The recorded picture will not be affected.
Recording a picture Adjusting the viewfinder
If you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the images in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. Lift up the viewfinder and move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever.
The viewfinder lens adjustment lever
Viewfinder backlight You can change the brightness of the backlight. Select VF B.L. in the menu settings when using the battery pack (p. 210).
Recording a picture Using the zoom feature
Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. Using the zoom sparingly results in better-looking recordings. W : Wide-angle (subject appears farther away) T : Telephoto (subject appears closer)

You cannot shoot images with the flash during the following operations: Tape Recording Shutter speed (1/30 or smaller) adjustment The flash does not fire even if you select auto (no indicator) and reduction) 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
When you use an external flash (optional) which does not have the auto red-eye reduction You cannot select the auto red-eye reduction.
Recording still images on a Memory Stick during tape recording Self-timer recording
You can record still images on a Memory Stick with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. Before operation Insert a Memory Stick into your camcorder. to MEMORY in the menu settings.(The default setting is Set PHOTO REC in MEMORY.)
(1) In the standby, press FN and select PAGE2. (2) Press SELFTIMER. (self-timer) indicator appears on the screen. The (3) Press PHOTO deeper. The self-timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep. In the last two seconds of the countdown, the beep gets faster, then the recording starts automatically.
Press SELFTIMER so that the (self-timer) indicator disappears from the screen while your camcorder is in the standby. You cannot stop the count down. Note The self-timer is automatically canceled when: The self-timer is finished. The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR. Self-timer recording You can operate the self-timer recording only during the recording standby.
Recording still images on a tape Tape Photo recording
You can record still images such as photographs on tapes. You can record about 510 images in the SP mode and about 765 images in the LP mode on a 60-minute tape.
(1) In the standby, set PHOTO REC in to TAPE in the menu settings. (2) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a still image appears. The CAPTURE indicator appears. Recording does not start yet. To change from the selected still image to another image, release PHOTO once and press it lightly again. (3) Press PHOTO deeper. The still image on the screen is recorded for about seven seconds. The sound during those seven seconds is also recorded. The still image is displayed on the screen until recording is completed.

CAPTURE

O PHOT
Recording images with the flash
For the details, see page 48.
Recording images with self-timer

VIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST CUTIN CUTOUT IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST [ME
0:08:55:06 RETURN EXECUTE ENGAGE REC PAUSE
VIDEO EDIT 0:08:55:06 EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST EXECUTING CUTIN CUTOUT No. 5 IR SETUP IN PAUSEMODE 60 IR TEST [ME VIDEO EDIT 0:08:55:06 EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST COMPLETE CUTIN CUTOUT IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURN [MENU] : END
VIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST CUTIN CUTOUT IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURN [MENU] : END 0:08:55:06 0
Notes When you complete step 3, the image used to adjust the synchronization is recorded for about 50 seconds. If you start recording from the very beginning of the tape, the first few seconds of the tape may not record properly. Be sure to allow about 10 seconds lead before starting recording. When the recording unit cannot be operated properly by the i.LINK cable, leave the connection as it is, and make the A/V connecting cable settings (p. 99). Video and audio are sent by digital signals.
Dubbing only desired scenes Digital program editing (on tapes) Operation 1: Making a program
(1) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder, and insert a tape for recording into the VCR. to (2) Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to set VIDEO EDIT in TAPE, then press the dial (p. 217). (3) 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. (4) 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. (5) 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. (6) 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. (7) Repeat steps 3 to 6, then set the program. When the program is set, the program mark changes to light blue. You can set up to 20 programs in maximum.
OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT READY RETURN OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT RETURN RETURN TAPE MEMORY [MENU] : END VIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SET 0:08:55:IN TOTAL 0:00:00:00 SCENE 0 [MENU] : END

PRESET TITLE HELLO! HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS! OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING VACATION THE END [MENU] : END
PRESET TITLE HELLO! HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS! OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING VACATION THE END RETURN [MENU] : END
[EXEC] : SAVE [MENU] : END

VACATION VACATION

If you set the write-protect tab of the tape to lock You cannot superimpose or erase the title. Slide the write-protect tab to release the write protection. To use a custom title If you want to use a custom title, select

in step 2.

If the tape has a blank portion You cannot superimpose a title on the portion. If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions Titles may not be displayed correctly. Titles superimposed with your camcorder Titles are displayed by only the DV format video equipment with an index titler. The point you superimposed the title may be detected as an index signal when searching a recording with other video equipment. If the tape has too many index signals You may not be able to superimpose a title because memory becomes full. In this case, delete data you do not need. To not display titles Set TITLE DSPL to OFF in the menu settings (p. 213). Title setting The title color changes as follows: WHITE y YELLOW y VIOLET y RED y CYAN y GREEN y BLUE The title size changes as follows: SMALL y LARGE You cannot input 13 characters or more in LARGE size. If you input more than 12 characters, the title size returns to SMALL even if you select LARGE. If you select SMALL, you have nine choices for the title position. If you select LARGE, you have eight choices for the title position. One cassette can have up to about 20 titles, with each title comprising five characters However, if the cassette memory is full with date, photo and cassette label data, one cassette can have only up to about 11 titles each comprising five characters. Cassette memory capacity is as follows: six date data 12 photo data one cassette label If the FULL mark appears The cassette memory is full. Erase unwanted titles.
Superimposing a title Erasing a title
(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. (2) Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TITLEERASE in , then press the dial (p. 213). (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the title you want to erase, then press the dial. ERASE OK ? indicator appears. (4) Make sure that the title is the one you want to erase, and turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select OK, then press the dial. OK changes to EXECUTE. (5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial. The ERASING flashes on the screen. When the title is erased, the COMPLETE is displayed.

(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial. ERASING flashes on the screen. When all the data is erased, COMPLETE is displayed.

To cancel deleting

Select RETURN with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial in step 3 or 4.

Memory Stick Operations

Using a Memory Stick Introduction
You can record and play back images on the Memory Stick supplied with your camcorder. You can easily play back, record or delete images. You can exchange image data with other equipment such as your computer etc., using the USB cable for the Memory Stick supplied with your camcorder.

On file format

Still image (JPEG) Your camcorder compresses image data in JPEG format (extension.jpg). Moving picture (MPEG) Your camcorder compresses picture data in MPEG format (extension.mpg).
Typical image data file name
Still image 100-0001: This file name appears on the screen of your camcorder. Dsc00001.jpg: This file name appears on the display of your computer. Moving picture MOV00001: This file name appears on the screen of your camcorder. Mov00001.mpg: This file name appears on the display of your computer.

Using a Memory Stick

Terminal

Write-protect switch

Labeling position
You cannot record or erase images when the write-protect switch on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK. The position and shape of the write-protect switch may be different depending on the model. We recommend backing up important data on the hard disk of your computer. Image data may be damaged in the following cases: If you eject the Memory Stick or turn the power off during reading or writing. If you use a Memory Stick near static electricity or magnetic fields. Prevent metallic objects or your finger from coming into contact with the metal parts of the terminal. Stick the label at the labeling position. Do not bend, drop or apply strong shock to a Memory Stick. Do not disassemble or modify a Memory Stick. Do not let a Memory Stick get wet. Do not use or keep a Memory Stick in locations that are: Extremely hot such as in a car parked in the sun or under the scorching sun. Under direct sunlight Very humid or subject to corrosive gases When you carry or store a Memory Stick, put it in its case.
Memory Stick formatted on computer
The Memory Stick formatted on Windows OS or Macintosh computers is not guaranteed compatible with your camcorder.
Notes on image data compatibility
Image data files recorded on the Memory Stick by your camcorder conform with the Design Rules for Camera File Systems universal standard established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). You cannot play back on your camcorder still images recorded on other equipment (DCRTRV890E/TRV900/TRV900E or DSC-D700/D770) that does not conform with this universal standard. (These models are not sold in some areas.) If you cannot use the Memory Stick that is used with other equipment, format it with this camcorder (p. 212). However, formatting erases all information on the Memory Stick. Memory Stick and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. All other product names mentioned here may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. TM and are not mentioned in each case in this manual.

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 4/15

640 STD

0:30:00:00 8/15

SAV I NG 0

MEMORY SET STILL SET MOVIE SET PHOTO SAVE READY FILE NO. RETURN

PHOTO BUTTON

[PHOTO] : START [MENU] : END

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.
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.
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
To stop memory photo playback
Press CAM, VCR on your camcorder or MEMORY PLAY button on the Remote Commander.
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,

To close on-line help Click at the top right of the screen. If you have any questions about PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony is a software product produced by PIXELA corporation. For more information, refer to the instruction manual of the CD-ROM supplied with your camcorder.
Notes on using your computer
Viewing images recorded on a Memory Stick on your computer For Windows users

Viewing images

Before operation You need to install the USB driver to view Memory Stick images on your computer (p. 188). An application such as Windows Media Player must be installed to play back moving pictures in Windows environment. Set USBCONNECT in to NORMAL in the menu settings. (The default setting is set to NORMAL.)
(1) Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load. (2) Insert a Memory Stick into your camcorder, and connect the AC power adaptor to your camcorder. (3) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). (4) Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder to the USB connector on your computer using the supplied USB cable. USB MODE appears on the LCD screen of your camcorder.

USB cable

(5) Open My Computer on Windows and double-click the newly recognized drive (Example: Removable Disk (E:)). The folders inside the Memory Stick are displayed. (6) Select and double-click the desired image file from the folder. For the detailed folder and file name, see Image file storage destinations and image files(p. 200).
Desired file type Still image Moving picture* Dcim folder Double-click in this order t 100msdcf folder t Image file Mssony folder t Moml0001 folder t Image file*
* Copying a file to the hard disk of your computer before viewing it is recommended. If you play back the file directly from the Memory Stick, the image and sound may break off.
Viewing images recorded on a Memory Stick on your computer For Windows users Image file storage destinations and image files
Image files recorded with your camcorder are grouped in folders by recording mode. The meanings of the file names are as follows. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999.
For Windows Me users (When your camcorder is recongnized as the drive [E:])
Folder containing still image data
Folder containing moving picture data

Folder 100MSDCF MOML0001

File DSC0ssss.JPG MOV0ssss.MPG Still image file
Meaning Moving picture file
Disconnect the USB cable and eject the Memory Stick or set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG)
For Windows 2000 Professional/Me, Windows XP Home Edition/Professional users To disconnect the USB cable, eject the Memory Stick or set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) following the procedure below.
(1) Move the cursor to the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon on the Task Tray and click to cancel the applicable drive. (2) After the Safe to remove message appears, disconnect the USB cable and eject the Memory Stick or set the POWER switch to OFF(CHG).

POWER switch

VCR MEMORY/ NETWORK
When you select QUALITY The number of the recording pictures is displayed.
Icon/item MEMORY SET PHOTO SAVE FILE NO. z SERIES RESET DELETE ALL FORMAT z RETURN OK To copy still images on the tape onto the Memory Stick (p. 163) To assign numbers to file in sequence even if the Memory Stick is changed To reset the file numbering each time the Memory Stick is changed To delete all unprotected images (p. 179) To cancel formatting To format an inserted Memory Stick Formatting erases all information on the Memory Stick Check the contents of the Memory Stick before formatting. 1. Select FORMAT. 2. Select OK with the SEL/PUSH EXE dial, then press the dial. 3. After EXECUTE appears, press SEL/PUSH EXE dial. FORMATTING flashes during formatting. COMPLETE appears when formatting is finished. VCR VCR MEMORY/ NETWORK MEMORY/ NETWORK MEMORY/ NETWORK Mode Meaning POWER switch
Notes on formatting Do not do any of the following while FORMATTING is displayed: Switch the POWER switch. Operate buttons. Eject the Memory Stick. The supplied or optional Memory Stick has been formatted at factory. Formatting the Memory Stick on your camcorder is not required. You cannot format the Memory Stick if the write-protect switch 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.
Icon/item PRINT SET DATE/TIME z OFF DATE DAY&TIME CM SET TITLE TITLEERASE TITLE DSPL CM SEARCH TAPE TITLE ERASE ALL z ON OFF z ON OFF To superimpose a title or make your own title (p. 119, 122) To erase the title you have superimposed (p. 121) To display the title you have superimposed To not display the title To search using cassette memory (p. 89, 90, 92) To search without using cassette memory To label a cassette (p. 124) To erase all the data in cassette memory (p. 125) VCR CAMERA VCR CAMERA
Meaning To make prints without the recording date and time To make prints with the recording date (p. 181) To make prints with the recording date and time
POWER switch MEMORY/ NETWORK
VCR CAMERA VCR CAMERA VCR VCR
Note on PRINT SET DATE/TIME is displayed only when an external printer (optional) is connected to the intelligent accessory shoe.
Icon/item TAPE SET REC MODE z SP LP AUDIO MODE z 12BIT 16BIT qREMAIN z AUTO To record in the SP (Standard Play) mode To increase the recording time to 1.5 times the SP mode To record in the 12-bit mode (two stereo sounds) To record in the 16-bit mode (one stereo sound with high quality) To display the remaining tape bar: For about eight seconds after a cassette is inserted and your camcorder calculates the remaining amount of tape For about eight seconds after N or DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL is pressed To always display the remaining tape indicator Adjusts audio recording level automatically Adjusts audio recording level manually VCR CAMERA VCR CAMERA VCR CAMERA VCR CAMERA Mode Meaning POWER switch

Precautions

Camcorder operation
Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC power adaptor). For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in these operating instructions. If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens. Keep the POWER switch set to OFF (CHG) when you are not using your camcorder. Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for example, and operate it. Doing so might cause heat to build up inside. Keep your camcorder away from strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration. Do not press the LCD screen with a sharp-pointed object other than the supplied stylus (DCR-TRV950 only). If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction. While using your camcorder, the back of the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a malfunction.

On handling tapes

Do not insert anything into the small holes on the rear of the cassette. These holes are used to sense the type and thickness of the tape and if the recording tab is in or out. Do not open the cassette protect cover or touch the tape. Avoid touching or damaging the terminals. To remove dust, clean the terminals with a soft cloth.

Camcorder care

Remove the cassette, and periodically turn on the power, operate the CAMERA and VCR sections and play back a tape for about three minutes when your camcorder is not to be used for a long time. Clean the lens with a soft brush to remove dust. If there are fingerprints on the lens, remove them with a soft cloth. Clean the camcorder body with a dry soft cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent which may damage the finish. Do not let sand get into your camcorder. When you use your camcorder on a sandy beach or in a dusty place, protect it from the sand or dust. Sand or dust may cause your camcorder to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired.
Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when you are not using it for a long time. To disconnect the power cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the power cord itself. Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged. Do not bend the power cord forcibly, or place a heavy object on it. This will damage the cord and may cause fire or electric shock. Prevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the connecting section. If this happens, a short may occur and the unit may be damaged. Always keep metal contacts clean. Do not disassemble the unit. Do not apply mechanical shock or drop the unit. While the unit is in use, particularly during charging, keep it away from AM receivers and video equipment. AM receivers and video equipment disturb AM reception and video operation. The unit becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction. Do not place the unit in locations that are: Extremely hot or cold Dusty or dirty Very humid Vibrating

Front of the lens

Fig. 6-1-2
AC power adaptor (8.4 Vdc) AC-L10, AC-VQ800 etc. EVF BLOCK
Must be connected when performing the EVF system adjustment. LENS BLOCK

CN7205

Must be connected to FLASH unit when performing the strobe adjustment.

CN7211 CN1501

CN1010

CD-389 board

DB-014 board

CN7207 CN7206 CN7201

CN1004

CN7204

CN7200

CN7202

Extension cable (60P, 0.5mm) (J-6082-466-A)

DC IN jack

FP-498 flexible FP-499 flexible

FRONT PANEL BLOCK

Must be connected

CN1201

CN1023
CPC-jig for LCD panel (J-6082-529-A)

CN1009 CN1024

VC-288 board

CN5904 CN1003 CN1002

CN1001 CN1008
Must be connected when performing the LCD system adjustment.
CN1006 CN1901 CN1007 CN1022 CN1005

MA-410 CN5906 board

CN1021
Must be connected when performing the video or EVF system adjustment.
Connect to Mechanism deck

CPC-8 jig (J-6082-388-A)

CN5202

CN5201 CN5203

JK-222 board

CN5206

CK-116 board

CN5205

S Video jack USB jack

DV jack

Must be connected to SE-132 board when performing the steady shot check

CN5204

LANC jack Audio/Video jack
Adjustment remote commander

CABINET (R)

HEAD PHONE jack
Video (Yellow) Audio R (Red) Audio L (White)

Terminated at 75

Color monitor

Vectorscope

Fig. 6-1-3
1-1-3. Precaution 1. Setting the Switch Unless otherwise specified, set the switches as follows and perform adjustments without loading cassette. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. POWER switch (PS-1870 block). CAMERA FOCUS (FP-504 flexible).. MAN BACK LIGHT (CK-116 board).. OFF SPOT LIGHT (CK-116 board).. OFF ZEBRA (CK-116 board).. OFF PROGRAM AE (KP-1870 block).. OFF SHUTTER SPEED (KP-1870 block).. AUTO 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. WHITE BAL (KP-1870 block).. OFF EXPOSURE (KP-1870 block). AUTO P EFFECT (MENU setting).. OFF FLASH LVL (MENU setting).. NORMAL D ZOOM (MENU setting).. OFF STEADY SHOT (MENU setting).. OFF DEMO MODE (MENU setting). OFF

2. Order of Adjustments Basically carry out adjustments in the order given. Color bar chart (Color reproduction adjustment frame)
Yellow Cyan Green White Magenta Red
H Electronic beam scanning frame
Yellow Cyan Green White Magenta Red Blue

CRT picture frame

V A B A=B B A Enlargement
Fig. b (monitor TV picture)
Fig. a (VIDEO terminal of A/V jack output waveform)

Difference in level

Adjust the camera zoom and direction to obtain the output waveform shown in Fig. a and the monitor TV display shown in Fig. b.

Fig. 6-1-4

3. Subjects 1) Color bar chart (Color reproduction adjustment frame) When performing adjustments using the color bar chart, adjust the picture frame as shown in Fig. 6-1-4. (Color reproduction adjustment frame) 2) Clear chart (Color reproduction adjustment frame) Remove the color bar chart from the pattern box and insert a clear chart in its place. (Do not perform zoom operations during this time) 3) Chart for flange back adjustment Join together a piece of white A0 size paper (1189mm 841 mm) and a piece of black paper to make the chart shown in Fig. 6-1-5. Note: Use a non-reflecting and non-glazing vellum paper. The size must be A0 or larger and the joint between the white and black paper must not have any undulations.

White 841 mm Black

1189 mm

Fig. 6-1-5

4. Preparing the Flash Adjustment Box A dark room is required to provide an accurate flash adjustment. If it is not available, prepare the flash adjustment box as given below; 1) Provide woody board A, B and C of 15 mm thickness.
woody board A (2) 400 mm woody board B (2) 370 mm woody board C (1) 700 mm

513 mm

700 mm

730 mm

Fig. 6-1-6
2) Apply black mat paint to one side of woody board A and B. 3) Attach background paper (J-2501-130-A) to woody board C. 4) Assemble so that the black sides and the background paper side of woody board A, B and C are internal. (Fig. 6-1-7)

woody board A

woody board B
woody board B woody board C

Fig. 6-1-7

1-2. INITIALIZATION OF 8, A, B, C, D, E, F, 1B, 1E, 1F PAGE DATA [Adjusting Procedure]
1. 2. 3. 4. Initialaizing of A, D Page Data Initialaizing of 8, C Page Data Initialaizing of E, F, 1E, 1F Page Data Initialaizing of B, 1B Page Data

4. F Page table Note 1: Check that the data of page: 0, address: 10 is 00. Note 2: Fixed data-1: Initialized data. (Refer to 1. Initializing the E, F, 1E, 1F Page Data) Fixed data-2: Modified data. (Refer to 2. Modification of E, F, 1E, 1F Page Data) Address 10 11, 1A 1B 1C 1D 1E 1F 24 to 29 2A 2B 2C 2D 2E to 39 3A 3B 3C 3D 3E 3F 44 to 5F EB EB 53 Flange back adj. 0A DD 0A DD Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Auto white balance adj. Fixed data-2 2D EF 1E 2F 2D E8 1B 24 Color reproduction adj. Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Strobe white balance adj. AWB standard data input 4A 80 7A 4A 80 7A Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) F No. & ND light quality standard data input MAX GAIN adj. LV standard data input Hall adj. Initial value NTSC PAL Remark 66MHz/54MHz origin oscillation adj. Fixed data-1 (Initialized data)
Address 69 6A 6B 6C 6D 6E 6F 7A 7B 7C 7D 7E 7F 88, 89 8A 8B 8C 8D 8E 8F 92 93
Initial value NTSC PAL 0A 1E AC CCCC01 E00 0A 1E AC CCCC01 E00 MR adj.

Flange back adj.

MR adj./Flange back adj.

Hologram AF output adj.

PSD sensor gain adj. Angular velocity sensor sensitivity adj. Fixed data-1 (Initialized data)

Strobe light level adj.

Mechanical shutter adj.
F Page table Address 9A 9B 9C 9D 9E 9F A0 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 to B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8 to C4 C5 C6 to FF Initial value NTSC PAL Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Fixed data-2 Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Fixed data-2 Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Fixed data-2 Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Mechanical shutter adj. Remark
5. 1E Page table Note 1: If reading/writing data on pages 1E, set data: 01 to page: 0, address: 10, and then select pages E. By this data setting, the pages 1E can be selected. After the data reading/writing finished, return the data on page: 0, address: 10 to 00. Note 2: Fixed data-1: Initialized data. (Refer to 1. Initializing the E, F, 1E, 1F Page Data) Fixed data-2: Modified data. (Refer to 2. Modification of E, F, 1E, 1F Page Data) Address to 09 0A to 16 to 1F to 2B 2C 2D 2E 2F to 35 to 4A, 4B 4C 4D 4E 4F 50 to to 5B 5C 5D 5E 5F 60 to to 69 6A Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Fixed data-2 Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Fixed data-2 Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Fixed data-2 Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Fixed data-2 Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Fixed data-2 Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Fixed data-2 Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Fixed data-2 Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Fixed data-2 Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Fixed data-2 Fixed data-2 Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Fixed data-2 Initial value NTSC PAL Fixed data-2 Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Fixed data-2 Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Fixed data-2 Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Fixed data-2 Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Remark

Processing after Completing Adjustment: Order Page Address Data Procedure Press PAUSE button.
Note 1: The right four digits of the page: 1 displayed data of the adjusting remote commander. 1 : XX : XX IRIS displayed data ND displayed data Note 2: Check that the data of page: 0, address: 10 is 00. Note 3: Check that the data of page: 6, address: 02 is 00. If not, turn the power of unit OFF/ON. Switch setting 1) POWER... CAMERA Adjusting method: Order Page Address Data 6D Press PAUSE button. (Note 4) Check the data changes to 01. Press PAUSE button. Procedure
Note 4: The adjustment data will be automatically input to page: F, address: 13 to 18. Checking method: Order Page Address Data 01 6B Press PAUSE button. Check that the IRIS displayed data (Note 1) satisfied the specified value 1. Press PAUSE button. Check that the IRIS displayed data (Note 1) satisfied the specified value 2. Press PAUSE button. Check that the ND displayed data (Note 1) satisfied the specified value 3. Press PAUSE button. Check that the ND displayed data (Note 1) satisfied the specified value 4. Procedure
3. MR Adjustment RadarW The inner focus lens MR adjustment is carried out automatically. In whichever case, the focus will be deviated during auto focusing/manual focusing. Subject Measurement Point Measuring Instrument Adjustment Page Adjustment Address Specified value 1 Specified value 2 Specified value 3 Note 1: Note 2: Note 3: Note 4: F 70 to 7C 40 to Cto to F8 Not required Adjusting remote commander
Perform the adjustment with the lens in horizontal state. Perform Flange Back Adjustment after this adjustment. Check that the data of page: 0, address: 10 is 00. Check that the data of page: 6, address: 02 is 00. If not, turn the power of unit OFF/ON.
Switch setting 1) POWER.. CAMERA Adjusting method: Order Page Address Data 7B 7A 7C 01 BD Press PAUSE button. (Note 5) Check the data changes to 01. Check that the data of each address satisfied the specified value 1. Check that the data of each address satisfied the specified value 2. Check that the data of each address satisfied the specified value 3. Procedure
Note 5: The adjustment data will be automatically input to page: F, address: 70 to 7C. Processing after Completing Adjustment: Order Page Address Data Procedure Press PAUSE button.
Flange Back Adjustment RadarW (Using the minipattern box) The inner focus lens flange back adjustment is carried out automatically. In whichever case, the focus will be deviated during auto focusing/manual focusing. 4. Subject Measurement Point Measuring Instrument Adjustment Page Adjustment Address Specified value F 60 to 70 Data of page: F, address: 6F is 00 to 0E Siemens star chart with ND filter for minipattern box (Note 1) Adjusting remote commander
Adjusting method: Order Page Address Data 6 F 6F 27 Press PAUSE button. Press PAUSE button. (Note 7) Check the data changes to 01. Check the data is 00 to 0E. Procedure

Measurement Point Measuring Instrument Adjustment Page Adjustment Address Specified value
Note 1: Perform the adjustment with the lens in horizontal state. Note 2: Check that the data of page: 0, address: 10 is 00. Note 3: Check that the data of page: 6, address: 02 is 00. If not, turn the power of unit OFF/ON. Switch setting 1) POWER.. CAMERA Preparations before adjustments: 1) Set the zoom lens to the TELE end and expose a subject that is more than 500 m away. (Subjects with clear contrast such as building, etc.) (Nearby subjects less than 500 m away should not be in the screen) Adjusting method: Order Page Address Data F 6F 13 Press PAUSE button. Place ND filter on the lens so that the optimum image is obtain. Press PAUSE button. (Note 4) Check the data changes to 01. Check the data is 00 to 0E. Procedure
Note 1: Perform HALL Adjustment and MR Adjustment before this adjustment. Note 2: Perform the adjustment with the lens in horizontal state. Note 3: Check that the data of page: 0, address: 10 is 00. Note 4: Check that the data of page: 6, address: 02 is 00. If not, turn the power of unit OFF/ON. Switch setting 1) POWER.. CAMERA Preparations before adjustments: 1) Check that the center of Flange back adjustment chart meets the center of shot image screen with the zoom lens at TELE end and WIDE end respectively. Adjusting method: Order Page Address Data 6 F 6F 15 Press PAUSE button. Press PAUSE button. (Note 5) Check the data changes to 01. Check the data is 00 to 0E. Procedure
Note 4: The adjustment data will be automatically input to page: F, address: 60 to 70. Processing after Completing Adjustment: Order Page Address Data Procedure Press PAUSE button. Turn OFF the main power supply. Perform Flange Back Check.
Note 5: The adjustment data will be automatically input to page: F, address: 60 to 70. Processing after Completing Adjustment: Order Page Address Data Turn OFF the main power supply. Perform Flange Back Adjustment (2). Procedure Press PAUSE button.
Flange Back Check Siemens star (2.0 m from the front of the lens) (Luminance: 300 to 400 lux) Check operation on monitor TV Focused at the TELE end and WIDE end

Subject

Measurement Point Measuring Instrument Specified value
Note 1: Check that the data of page: 0, address: 10 is 00. Switch setting 1) POWER.. CAMERA Note 2: When the auto focus is ON, the lens can be checked if it is focused or not by observing the data on the page: 1 of the adjusting remote commander. 1 : 00 : XX Odd: Focused Even: Unfocused Preparations before adjustments: 1) Place the Siemens star 2.0 m from the front of the lens. Checking method: Order Page Address Data Shoot the Siemens star with the zoom WIDE end. Observe the TV monitor and check that the lens is focused. 03 0F Check that the lens is focused. (Note 2) Shoot the Siemens star with the zoom TELE end. Turn on the auto focus. Procedure

Processing after Completing Adjustment: Order Page Address Data 7 E E 30 BPress PAUSE button. Press PAUSE button. Procedure Press PAUSE button.
Note 1: Perform Hall Adjustment, Flange Back Adjustment, F No. & ND Light Quality Standard Data Input, AWB Adjustment and Strobe Light Level Adjustment before this adjustment. Note 2: Restrict external light to enter the Flash adjustment box as less as possible. Note 3: Refer to 4. Preparing the Flash adjustment box. Note 4: Check that the data of page: 0, address: 10 is 00. Switch setting 1) POWER.. CAMERA 2) DIGITAL ZOOM (Menu setting). OFF 3) STEADY SHOT (Menu setting).. OFF 4) Flash... OPEN (Press the FLASH button to activate the Flash mode, and then press the PHOTO button.) Adjusting method: Order Page Address Data 00 E7 Press PAUSE button. Check the flashing of strobe light Check the data changes to 01. Wait for 3 seconds. Check that the center of the white luminance point within the circle shown Fig. 6-1-21. 6 B02 B9 Press PAUSE button. (Note 6) Check the flashing of strobe light Check the data changes to 01. E E B6 B01 Check that the LED of the FLASH button is lit. (Note 5) Press PAUSE button. Press PAUSE button. Procedure

Fig. 6-1-21

Note 5: Press the STOP button on the adjusting remote commander, and set the data. Note 6: The adjustment data will be automatically input to page: F, address: 36, 37.
20. Hologram AF Output Adjustment RadarW Adjust so that the laser output of the hologram AF becomes proper value. Subject Measurement Point Measuring Instrument Adjustment Page Adjustment Address Specified Value 1 Specified Value 2 Specified Value 3 Specified Value 4 F 7D to to FF 34 to 4C 00 to F0 0A to FF Flash adjustment box (Note 3) (50 cm from the front of the lens) Adjusting remote commander
Note 1: Perform Hall Adjustment, Flange Back Adjustment, F No. & ND Light Quality Standard Data Input and AWB Standard Data Input before this adjustment. Note 2: Restrict external light to enter the Flash adjustment box as less as possible. Note 3: Refer to 4. Preparing the Flash adjustment box. Note 4: Make adjustment with the lens hood removed. Note 5: Check that the data of page: 0, address: 10 is 00. Note 6: Check that the data of page: 6, address: 02 is 00. If not, turn the power of unit OFF/ON. Switch setting 1) POWER.. CAMERA 2) DIGITAL ZOOM (Menu setting). OFF 3) STEADY SHOT (Menu setting).. OFF Adjusting method: Order Page Address Data F F F F 7D 82 7E 7F AF Press PAUSE button. (Note 7) Check the data changes to 01. Check that the data satisfied the specified value 1. Check that the data satisfied the specified value 2. Check that the data satisfied the specified value 3. Check that the data satisfied the specified value 4. Procedure

Note 1: Perform RGB AMP Adjustment, Contrast Adjustment and V-COM Level Adjustment before this adjustment. Note 2: Check that the data of page: 0, address: 10 is 00. Adjusting method: Order Page Address Data 5
Procedure Change the data so that brightness of the section A and section B is equal. Subtract 8 from the data. Press PAUSE button.

0 C C C 0

A: PANEL COM signal level

Fig. 6-1-30

Fig. 6-1-31
6. White Balance Adjustment (PD-168 board) Correct the white balance. If deviated, the LCD screen color cannot be reproduced. Mode Subject Measurement Point Measuring Instrument Adjustment Page Adjustment Address Specified Value C 67, 68 LCD screen must not be colored CAMERA Not required Check on LCD screen
Note 1: Check that the data of page: 0, address: 10 is 00. Note 2: Check the white balance only when replacing the following parts. If necessary, adjust them. 1. LCD panel 2. Light induction plate 3. IC5701 Adjusting method: Order Page Address Data 0 C C 7F 87 Press PAUSE button. Press PAUSE button. Check that the LCD screen is not colored. If not colored, proceed to step 6. C 0 Change the data so that the LCD screen is not colored. (Note 3) Procedure
6-2. MECHANISM SECTION ADJUSTMENTS
On the mechanism section adjustment For details of mechanism section adjustments, checks, and replacement of mechanism parts, refer to the separate volume DV MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENT MANUAL VI J Mechanism.
HOW TO ENTER RECORD MODE WITHOUT CASSETTE
CN1008 of VC-288 board Pin No. Signal Name N.C. EVF_LED_DA EVF_VCO MD2 XINIT DRUM_ON REC_CRRT1 REG_GND SWP GND Pin No. Signal Name D_2.8V EVF_VG GND XCS_MC_FLASH XCS_ST_IMAGE_IC FRRV REC_CRRT0 HI_XRESET RF_IN RF_MON
1) Connect the adjustment remote commander to the LANC jack. 2) Turn the HOLD switch of the adjustment remote commander to the ON position. 3) Close the cassette compartment without the cassette. 4) Select page: 3, address: 01, set data: 0C, and press the PAUSE button of the adjustment remote commander. (The mechanism enters the record mode automatically.) Note: The function buttons become inoperable. 5) To quit the record mode, select page: 3, address: 01, set data: 00, and press the PAUSE button of the adjustment remote commander. (Whenever you want to quit the record mode, be sure to quit following this procedure.)
HOW TO ENTER PLAYBACK MODE WITHOUT CASSETTE
1) Connect the adjustment remote commander to the LANC jack. 2) Turn the HOLD switch of the adjustment remote commander to the ON position. 3) Close the cassette compartment without the cassette. 4) Select page: 3, address: 01, set data: 0B, and press the PAUSE button of the adjustment remote commander. (The mechanism enters the playback mode automatically.) Note: The function buttons become inoperable. 5) To quit the playback mode, select page: 3, address: 01, set data: 00, and press the PAUSE button of the adjustment remote commander. (Whenever you want to quit the playback mode, be sure to quit following this procedure.)

3-1-3. Adjusting Connectors Some of the adjusting points of the video section are concentrated at VC-288 board CN1008. Connect the measuring instruments via the CPC-8 jig (J-6082-388-A). The following table lists the pin numbers and signal names of CN1008. Pin No. Signal Name N.C. EVF_LED_DA EVF_VCO MD2 XINIT DRUM_ON REC_CRRT1 REG_GND SWP GND Pin No. Signal Name D_2.8V EVF_VG GND XCS_MC_FLASH XCS_ST_IMAGE_IC FRRV REC_CRRT0 HI_XRESET RF_IN RF_MON

Table 6-3-1

Fig. 6-3-1
3-1-4. Connecting the Equipment Connect the measuring instruments as shown in Fig. 6-3-2, and perform the adjustments.
TV monitor VIDEO (Yellow) Main unit Adjustment remote commander LANC jack AUDIO L (White)
AUDIO R (Red) AUDIO/VIDEO jack

Fig. 6-3-2

3-1-5. Alignment Tapes Use the alignment tapes shown in the following table. Use tapes specified in the signal column of each adjustment. Name Tracking standard (XH2-1) SW/OL standard (XH2-3) Audio operation check (XH5-3 (NTSC), XH5-3P (PAL)) System operation check (XH5-5 (NTSC), XH5-5P (PAL)) Use Tape path adjustment Switching position adjustment Audio system adjustment|

Operation check

Fig. 6-3-3 shows the 75% color bar signals recorded on the alignment tape for Audio Operation Check. Note: Measure with video terminal (Terminated at 75 ) For NTSC model
White (100%) Yellow Cyan Green Magenta Red Blue

White (75%)

Yellow

0.714 V 1V

(75%) 0.286 V

0.286 V

Q White (100%)
Horizontal sync signal Color bar signal waveform

Color bar pattern

For PAL model

Yellow Cyan Green

White (100%)
0.3 V 0.3 V Burst signal (100%)

Horizontal sync signal

Color bar signal waveform
Fig. 6-3-3. Color bar signal of alignment tapes
3-1-6. Input/Output Level and Impedance
A/V (Audio/Video) input/output AV MINI JACK, input/output auto switch Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms), unbalanced, sync negative Audio signal: 327 mV, (at output impedance more than 47 k (kilohms) ) Input impedance with more than 47 k (kilohms) Output impedance with less than 2.2 k (kilohms)
S video input/output 4-pin mini DIN Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms), unbalanced, sync negative Chrominance signal: DCR-TRV940/TRV950: 0.286 Vp-p DCR-TRV940E/TRV950E: 0.3 Vp-p 75 (ohms), unbalanced

Magenta

Magenta Red Blue

Burst signal

SYSTEM CONTROL SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS
Initialization of 8, A, B, C, D, E, F, 1B, 1E, 1F Page Data If the 8, A, B, C, D, E, F, 1B, 1E, 1F page data is erased due to some reason, perform 1-2. INITIALIZATION OF 8, A, B, C, D, E, F, 1B, 1E, 1F PAGE DATA of CAMERA SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS. Check that the data of page: 0, address: 10 is 00. If not, select page: 0, address: 10, and set the data 00.

3) Select page: 0, address: 01, and set data: 00.
H0900 0A00 0B00 0C00 0D00 0E00 0F1900 1A00 1B00 1C00 1D00 1E00 1F00

D16128

H2900 2A00 2B00 2C00 2D00 2E00 2F3900 3A00 3B00 3C00 3D00 3E00 3F00

D24320

H4900 4A00 4B00 4C00 4D00 4E00 4F5900 5A00 5B00 5C00 5D00 5E00 5F00

D32512

H6900 6A00 6B00 6C00 6D00 6E00 6F7900 7A00 7B00 7C00 7D00 7E00 7F00

D40704

H8900 8A00 8B00 8C00 8D00 8E00 8F9900 9A00 9B00 9C00 9D00 9E00 9F00

D42752 43008

H3 A000 A100 A200 A300 A400 A500 A600 A700 A800

D50944 51200

H3 C000 C100 C200 C300 C400 C500 C600 C700 C800

D59136 59392

H3 E000 E100 E200 E300 E400 E500 E600 E700 E800 E900 EA00 EB00 EC00 ED00 EE00 EF00 F000 F100 F200 F300 F400 F500 F600 F700 F800 F900 FA00 FB00 FC00 FD00 FE00 FF00
43264 AC43520 AACA43776 AB44032 ACCB00 CC60416
44288 ADCD44544 AECE47872 AF00 B000 B100 B200 B300 B400 B500 B600 B700 B800 B900 BA00 BBCF00 D000 D100 D200 D300 D400 D500 D600 D700 D800 D63488 63744

55808 DA56064 DB00 64256

48128 BCDC48384 BDDDBE00 BF57088 DE00 DF65280
D3: Decimal H3: Hexadecimal

Table 6-3-3

3-3. SERVO AND RF SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS
2. PLL f0 & LPF f0 Pre-Adjustment (VC-288 board) Before perform the servo and RF system adjustments, check that the specified values of 66MHz/54MHz Origin Oscillation Adjustment of 1-3. CAMERA SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS is satisfied. Check that the data of page: 0, address: 10 is 00. If not, select page: 0, address: 10, and set the data 00. Adjusting Procedure: 1. CAP FG duty adjustment 2. PLL f0 & LPF f0 Pre-adjustment 3. Switching position adjustment 4. AGC center level and APC & AEQ adjustment 5. PLL f0 & LPF f0 final adjustment 1. CAP FG Duty Adjustment (VC-288 board) Adjusting method: Order Page Address Data Mode Signal Measurement Point Measuring Instrument Adjustment Page Adjustment Address Specified value VTR stop No signal Displayed data of page: 3, address: 03 Adjusting remote commander C 16 The data of page: 3, address: 03 is 0 C 01 DC 30 Press PAUSE button. Press PAUSE button. Check the data changes to 00 within 5 seconds. (Note 2) Check the data is 00. (Note 2, 3) Procedure

RadarW

Mode Signal Measurement Point Measuring Instrument Adjustment Page Adjustment Address Specified value VTR stop No signal Displayed data of page: 3, address: 02 and 03 Adjusting remote commander C 1F, 20, 22, 29 The data of page: 3, address: 02 is 00 The data of page: 3, address: 03 is 00
Note 1: Check that the data of page: 0, address: 10 is 00.
Set the CAP FG signal duty cycle to 50% to establish an appropriate capstan servo. If deviated, the uneven rotation of capstan and noise can occur in the LP mode.

When the ODD channel is defective Data of page: C, address: 12 EE E8 E7 Contents of defect Writing into EEP ROM (IC2502) is defective Adjustment data is out of range No data is returned from IC2101
AGC Center Level Adjustment (VC-288 board)
APC & AEQ Adjustment (VC-288 board)
Mode Subject Measurement Point VTR playback Recorded signal at Preparations before adjustments CH1: Pin w; of CN1008 (RF MON) (Note 1) CH2 (Trigger): Pin qj of CN1008 (SWP) Oscilloscope C 1E The data of page: 3, address: 03 is 00
Mode Subject Measurement Point VTR playback Recorded signal at Preparations before adjustments CH1: Pin w; of CN1008 (RF MON) (Note 1) CH2 (Trigger): Pin qj of CN1008 (SWP) Oscilloscope C 18, 19, 1B, 1C, 21, 2C The data of page: 3, address: 03 is 00
Measuring Instrument Adjustment Page Adjustment Address Specified value
Note 1: Connect a 75 resistor (1-247-804-11) between Pin w; and Pin ql (GND) of CPC jig. Adjusting method: Order Page Address Data Confirm that the playback RF signal is stable. (Fig. 6-3-5) Press PAUSE button. Check the data changes to 00 Check the data is 00. (Note 2) Perform APC & AEQ Adjustment. Procedure Playback the recorded signal atPreparations before adjustments.
Note 1: Connect a 75 resistor (1-247-804-11) between Pin w; and Pin ql (GND) of CPC jig. Note 2: Perform AGC Center Level Adjustment before this adjustment. Adjusting method: Order Page Address Data Confirm that the playback RF signal is stable. (Fig. 6-3-5) Press PAUSE button. Check the data changes from 07to 00 in about 20 seconds after pressing PAUSE button Check the data is 00. (Note 3) Procedure Playback the recorded signal atPreparations before adjustments.
Note 2: If the data is other than 00, adjustment has errors. (Take an appropriate remedial measures according to the errors referring to the following table) Data of page: 3, address: 50 Contents of defect Perform re-adjustment. (Note 3) The machine is defective. Perform re-adjustment. (Note 3) The machine is defective.
Note 3: If the data is other than 00, adjustment has errors. (Take an appropriate remedial measures according to the errors referring to the following table) Data of page: 3, address: Contents of defect Perform re-adjustment. (Note 4) The machine is defective. Perform re-adjustment. (Note 4) The machine is defective. The machine is defective.

63 STOP REW PLAY FF (KEY AD3) (CK-116 board) (CK-116 board) (CK-116 board) (CK-116 board) (IC3101 yg) (S5206) (S5207) (S5208) (S5209)
DISPLAY/ PANEL PANEL 64 COLOR BAR VOLUME + VOLUME MENU AUDIO DUB TOUCH PANEL REVERSE NORMAL (KEY AD4) (CK-116 board) (CK-116 board) (CK-116 board) (KP-1870 block) (CK-116 board) (CK-116 board) (FP-495 flexible) (FP-495 flexible) (IC3101 yh) (S5213) (S5214) (S5215) (S001) (S5217) (S5216) (S002) (S002) AUDIO SHUTTER PROGRAM AUTO LOCK AUTO LOCK AUTO LOCK 65 EXPOSURE WHITE BAL (AUTO LOCK) (HOLD) (RELEASE) LEVEL SPEED AE (KEY AD5) (KP-1870 block) (KP-1870 block) (KP-1870 block) (KP-1870 block) (KP-1870 block) (CK-116 board) (CK-116 board) (CK-116 board) (IC3101 yj) (S003) (S004) (S002) (S005) (S006) (S5201) (S5201) (S5201) 66 (KEY AD6) (IC3101 yk) *1: DCR-TRV950/TRV950E only CUSTOM PAUSE BACK LIGHT SPOT LIGHT PRESET No key input (CK-116 board) (CK-116 board) (CK-116 board) (CK-116 board) (S5210) (S5218) (S5219) (S5220)
7. LED, LCD (Display Window) Check Page 7 Address 07 Bit4, Bit5
Using method: 1) Select page: 7, address: 07, and set the bit value of Bit4 and Bit5 to 1. 2) Check that the LED (Camera recording, Flash) are lit and all segments of LCD (display window) are lit. 3) Select page: 7, address: 07, and set the bit value of Bit4 and Bit5 to 0.
Record of Use Check (1) Address A7 to A9
Note 1: This data will not be erased (reset) when the lithium 3 V power supply (CK-116 board BT5201) is removed. Note 2: When the drum was replaced, initialize the drum rotation counted time. Note 3: Check that the data of page: 0, address: 10 is 00. Address A7 A8 A9 Function Drum rotation counted time (BCD code) Hour (H) Hour (M) Hour (L) Remarks 100000th place digit and 10000th place digit of counted time (decimal digit) 1000th place digit and 100th place digit of counted time (decimal digit) 10th place digit and 1st place digit of counted time (decimal digit)
Using method: 1) The record of use data is displayed at page: 7, addresses: A7 to A9. Initializing method of drum rotation counted time: 1) Select page: 7, address: 00, and set data: 71. 2) Select page: 7, address: 01, set data: 71, and press the PAUSE button. 3) Select page: 7, address: 02, and check that the data is 01.
9. Record of Use Check (2) Page 7 Address C8 to CD
Note 1: This data will not be erased (reset) when the lithium 3 V power supply (CK-116 board BT5201) is removed. Note 2: Check that the data of page: 0, address 10 is 00. Address C8 C9 CA CB CC CD on date (BCD code) Final condensation occurrence date (BCD code) Function User initial power Year Month Day Year Month Day After setting the clock, set the date of power on next Remarks

Using method: 1) The record of use data is displayed at page: 7, addresses: C8 to CD.
10. Record of Self-diagnosis check Page 7 Address B0 to C6
Note 1: This data will not be erased (reset) when the lithium 3 V power supply (CK-116 board BT5201) is removed. Note 2: Check that the data of page: 0, address 10 is 00. Address B0 B1 B2 B4 B5 B6 B8 B9 BA BC BD BE C0 C1 C2 C4 C5 C6 Self-diagnosis code Repaired by code (Occurred 1st time) *1 Block function code (Occurred 1st time) Detailed code (Occurred 1st time) Repaired by code (Occurred 2nd time) *1 Block function code (Occurred 2nd time) Detailed code (Occurred 2nd time) Repaired by code (Occurred 3rd time) *1 Block function code (Occurred 3rd time) Detailed code (Occurred 3rd time) Repaired by code (Occurred 4th time) *1 Block function code (Occurred 4th time) Detailed code (Occurred 4th time) Repaired by code (Occurred 5th time) *1 Block function code (Occurred 5th time) Detailed code (Occurred 5th time) Repaired by code (Occurred the last time) *1 Block function code (Occurred the last time) Detailed code (Occurred the last time) *1 : 01 t C, 03 t E Using method: 1) The past self-diagnosis codes are displayed at page: 7, address: B0 to C6. Refer to 1-6. SELF-DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION of SERVICE MANUAL, LEVEL 2 (992997831.pdf) for detail of the self-diagnosis code.
FOR CAMERA COLOR REPRODUCTION ADJUSTMENT
Take a copy of CAMERA COLOR REPRODUCTION FRAME with a clear sheet for use.

For NTSC model

DCR-TRV940/TRV950

R-Y MG R YE G 6-75E 6-75

DCR-TRV940E/TRV950E

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Ver. 1.0 Date 2002.05 History Official Release Contents S.M. Rev. issued