Using the AV cordless IR receiver
Once you connect the AV cordless IR receiver (not supplied) to your TV or VCR, you can easily view the picture on your TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the AV cordless IR receiver.
(1) After connecting your TV and AV cordless IR receiver, set the POWER switch on the AV cordless IR receiver to ON. (2) Turn the TV on and set the TV/VCR selector on the TV to VCR. (3) Press LASER LINK. The lamp of LASER LINK lights up. (4) Press N on your camcorder to start playback. (5) Point the LASER LINK emitter at the AV cordless IR receiver. Adjust the position of your camcorder and the AV cordless IR receiver to obtain clear playback pictures.
To cancel the laser link function
Press LASER LINK. The lamp on the LASER LINK button goes out. If you turn the power off Laser link turns off automatically. If you use a Sony TV You can turn on the TV automatically when you press LASER LINK or N. To do so, set AUTO TV ON to ON in the MENU settings and turn the TVs main switch on, then do either of the following: Point the LASER LINK emitter at the TVs remote sensor and press LASER LINK. Turn on LASER LINK and press N. You can switch the video input of the TV automatically to the one which the AV cordless IR receiver is connected. To do so, set AUTO TV ON to ON and TV INPUT to the same video input (1, 2, 3) in the MENU settings. With some models, however, the picture and sound may be disconnected momentarily when the video input is switched. The above feature may not work on some TV models. Note When laser link is activated (the LASER LINK button is lit), your camcorder consumes power. Press LASER LINK to turn off the laser link function when it is not needed.
Advanced Recording Operations

Photo recording

You can record a still picture like a photograph. This mode is useful when you want to record a picture such as a photograph or when you print a picture using a video printer (not supplied). You can record about 510 pictures in the SP mode and about 765 pictures in the LP mode on a 60-minute tape. Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can record still pictures on Memory Sticks (p. 85) (DCR-TRV10 only).
(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) In the standby mode, keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a still picture appears. The CAPTURE indicator appears. Recording does not start yet. To change the still picture, release PHOTO, select a still picture again, and then press and hold PHOTO lightly. (3) Press PHOTO deeper. The still picture in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen is recorded for about seven seconds. The sound during those seven seconds is also recorded. During recording, the still image you are shooting appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.

For details, see Selecting the mode setting of each item (p. 73).

CAMERA

MANUAL SET P EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR

MANUAL SET P EFFECT

MANUAL SET P EFFECT WHT BAL
OTHERS WORLD TIME BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY REC LAMP
MANUAL SET WHT BAL AUTO SHTR
OTHERS WORLD TIME BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY REC LAMP RETURN

OTHERS WORLD TIME BEEP

OTHERS WORLD TIME BEEP COMMANDER ON DISPLAY REC LAMP RETURN
OTHERS WORLD TIME BEEP COMMANDER ON OFF DISPLAY REC LAMP RETURN
OTHERS WORLD TIME BEEP COMMANDER OFF DISPLAY REC LAMP RETURN
To make the MENU display disappear
Press MENU. Menu items are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VTR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET (DCR-TRV10 only) CM SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS
Selecting the mode setting of each item
z is the factory setting.
Menu items differ depending on the position of the POWER switch.
POWER switch CAMERA VTR CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA MEMORY
Icon/item P EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR
Meaning To add special effects like those in films or on the TV to images (p. 36) To adjust the white balance (p. 41)

z ON OFF

To automatically activate the electronic shutter when shooting in bright conditions To not automatically activate the electronic shutter even when shooting in bright conditions To activate digital zoom. More than 10 to 120 zoom is performed digitally (p. 19) To deactivate digital zoom. Up to 10 zoom is carried out. To record a 16:9 wide picture (p. 32) To compensate for camera-shake To cancel the SteadyShot function. Natural pictures are produced when shooting a stationary object with a tripod. To use the NightShot Light function (p. 22) To cancel the NightShot Light function

D ZOOM

ON z OFF

CAMERA MEMORY

16:9WIDE STEADYSHOT

z OFF ON z ON OFF

CAMERA CAMERA MEMORY

N.S. LIGHT

Notes on the SteadyShot function The SteadyShot function will not correct excessive camera-shake. Attachment of a conversion lens (not supplied) may influence the SteadyShot function. If you cancel the SteadyShot function The SteadyShot off indicator appears. Your camcorder prevents excessive compensation for camera-shake.

POWER switch VTR

Icon/item HiFi SOUND

Mode z STEREO 1 2

Meaning To play back a stereo tape or dual sound track tape with main and sub sound To play back a stereo tape with the left sound or a dual sound tape with main sound To play back a stereo tape with the right sound or a dual sound track tape with sub sound To adjust the balance between the stereo 1 and stereo 2 (p. 63)

AUDIO MIX

LCD B. L. BRIGHT LCD COLOR
VTR CAMERA MEMORY VTR CAMERA MEMORY
z BRT NORMAL To set the brightness on the LCD screen normal To brighten the LCD screen To adjust the color on the LCD screen, turn and press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial

Resetting the date and time
The clock is set to East Coast Standard Time at the factory. If you do not use your camcorder for about a half year, the date and time settings may be released (bars may appear) because the vanadium-lithium battery installed in your camcorder will have been discharged. First, set the year, then the month, the day, the hour and then the minute.
(1) While your camcorder is in the standby mode, press MENU to display the MENU settings. , then press the dial. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CLOCK SET, then press the dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the desired year, then press the dial. (5) Set the month, day and hour by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial and pressing the dial. (6) Set the minute by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial and pressing the dial by the time signal. The clock starts to move. (7) Press MENU to make the MENU settings disappear.
MANUAL SET CLOCK SET AUTO TV ON TV I NPUT LTR S I ZE DEMO MODE SETUP MENU CLOCK SET JAN AUTO TV ON 12:00:00AM TV I NPUT LTR S I ZE DEMO MODE RETURN
SETUP MENU CLOCK SET AUTO TV ON 1999 JAN 1 TV I NPUT LTR S I ZE DEMO MODE RETURN AM [MENU] : END
SETUP MENU CLOCK SET AUTO TV ON 2000 JUL 4 TV I NPUT LTR S I ZE DEMO MODE RETURN PM SETUP MENU CLOCK SET JUL 5:30:00PM AUTO TV ON TV I NPUT LTR S I ZE DEMO MODE RETURN

2000 JAN

[MENU] : END [MENU] : END
The year changes as follows: N n 2029
If you do not set the date and time : : is recorded on the tape and the Memory Stick (DCR-TRV10 only). Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle. 12:00 AM stands for midnight. 12:00 PM stands for noon.

Memory Stick operations

Using a Memory Stickintroduction

DCR-TRV10 only

You can record and play back still images on a Memory Stick supplied with your camcorder. You can easily play back, re-record or delete still images. You can also record images from a mini DV tape on a Memory Stick or vice versa. You can exchange image data with other equipment such as a personal computer etc., using the Serial port adaptor for Memory Stick supplied with your camcorder or MSAC-PC1 PC card adaptor for Memory Stick (not supplied). Still images Record the still image on a Memory Stick. Play back the picture with your PC. See page 96 for details.

Using a Memory Stick

When you use a Memory Stick

Memory Stick operations

You cannot record or erase still images when the write-protect tab on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK. You can format Memory Sticks. You can also protect still images and write print marks on still images in Memory Sticks. We recommend backing up important data. When the ACCESS lamp is flashing, never remove the Memory Stick. Image data may be damaged in the following cases: If you remove the Memory Stick or turn the power off when the ACCESS lamp is flashing If you use Memory Sticks near magnets or magnet fields such as those of speakers and televisions. On file format (JPEG) Your camcorder compresses image data in JPEG format (extension.jpg). Typical image data file name DSC00001.jpg.
Notes Prevent metallic objects or your finger from coming into contact with the metal parts of the connecting section. Stick its label on the labeling position. Do not bend, drop or apply strong shock to Memory Sticks. Do not disassemble or modify Memory Sticks. Do not let Memory Sticks get wet. Do not use or keep Memory Sticks 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.
You do not need to format the Memory Stick supplied with your camcorder
The Memory Stick supplied with your camcorder is already formatted in FAT format. FAT format is the standard format for Memory Sticks and is supported by your camcorder. Note Sample images are already recorded on the Memory Stick supplied with your camcorder. All of these sample images will be deleted if you format the Memory Stick.
Memory Sticks formatted on a personal computer
Memory Stick operations on your camcorder cannot be assured if the Memory Stick is formatted on a Windows machine or Macintosh. Notes on image data compatibility Image data files recorded on Memory Sticks by your camcorder conform with the Design Rules for Camera File Systems universal standard established by the JEIDA (Japan Electronic Industry Development Association). You cannot play back on your camcorder still images recorded on other equipment (DCR-TRV890/TRV900, DSCD700) that does not conform with this universal standard. (These models are not sold in some areas.) If you cannot use a Memory Stick that has been used on other equipment, format the Memory Stick on your camcorder following the steps on page 84. Note that all images on the Memory Stick will be deleted if you format it. Memory Stick is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Using a Memory Stickintroduction Inserting a Memory Stick
(1) Slide MEMORY OPEN in the direction of the arrow. The Memory Stick compartment opens. (2) Insert a Memory Stick in as far as it can go with its rounded corner facing up. Then, close the Memory Stick compartment.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the lock is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly. The picture freezes and CAPTURE appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. Recording does not start yet. (3) Press PHOTO deeper. The image displayed on the screen will be recorded on a Memory Stick. Recording is complete when the bar scroll indicator disappears.

1 / 100 CAPTURE

Number of images can be recorded on the Memory Stick Number of recorded images
Notes When recording fast-moving subjects in the FRAME mode, the recorded image blurry. When recording in the FRAME mode, your camcorder may not correct camera-shake. We recommend that you shoot objects with a tripod. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work: wide TV mode, digital effect, picture effect, title.
When you are recording a still image You can neither turn off the power nor press PHOTO. When you press the PHOTO button on the Remote Commander Your camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen when you press the button.
Recording images continuously
You can record still pictures continuously. Select one of the two modes described below before recording. Continuous mode [a] You can record 3 or 4 pictures continuously. Multi screen mode [b] You can record 9 still pictures continuously on a single page.
(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the lock is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU to make the MENU display appear. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CONTINUOUS, then press the dial. (5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired setting, then press the dial. (6) Press MENU to erase the menu display.
MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS OFF QUAL I TY FLD. / FRAME PR I NT MARK PROTECT SL I DE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN [MENU] : END
MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS OFF ON QUAL I TY FLD. / FRAME MULT I SCRN PR I NT MARK PROTECT SL I DE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN [MENU] : END
MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS ON QUAL I TY FLD. / FRAME PR I NT MARK PROTECT SL I DE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN [MENU] : END
Continuous shooting settings
Setting OFF ON Meaning (indicator on the screen) Your camcorder shoots one image at a time. (no indicator) Your camcorder shoots 3 or 4 still images at about 0.8 sec intervals. ( )
MULTI SCRN Your camcorder shoots 9 still images at about 0.3 sec intervals and displays the images on a single page divided into 9 boxes. ( ) Number of images in continuous shooting The number of images you can shoot continuously varies depending on the image quality mode. FINE: 3 images STANDARD: 4 images Note on using the video flash light (not supplied) The video flash light does not work in the continuous or multi screen mode if you install it to the accessory shoe.

To stop copying

Press MENU to stop copying.
When the memory of the Memory Stick is full
MEMORY FULL appears on the LCD screen, and the copying stops. Insert another Memory Stick and repeat the procedure from step 2. When the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing Never shake or strike your camcorder. As well do not turn the power off, eject a Memory Stick or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the image data breakdown may occur. To record all the images recorded on the mini DV tape Rewind the tape all the way back and start copying. If the write-protect tab on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK NOT READY appears when you select the item in the MENU settings. When you change Memory Sticks in the middle of copying Your comcorder resumes copying from the last image recorded on the previous Memory Stick.
Viewing a still picture Memory photo playback
You can play back still images recorded on a Memory Stick. You can also play back 6 images at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a Memory Stick into your camcorder.
(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VTR. Make sure that the lock is set to the left (unlock) position. (2) Slide OPEN in the direction of the mark. Then, open the LCD panel. (3) Press MEMORY PLAY. The last recorded image is displayed. (4) Press MEMORY +/ to select the desired still image. To see the previous image, press MEMORY. To see the next image, press MEMORY +.
To stop memory photo playback

Press MEMORY PLAY again.

To play back recorded images on a TV screen Connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder before the operation. When operating memory photo playback on a TV or the LCD screen, the 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. Image data modified with personal computers or shot with other equipment You may not be able to play them back with your camcorder.

Serial port adaptor for Memory Stick
PC card adaptor (not supplied) Memory Stick
Superimposing a still picture in a Memory Stick on a moving picture M. CHROM/M. LUMI/C. CHROM
You can superimpose a still picture you have recorded on a Memory Stick on top of the moving picture you are recording. M. CHROM (Memory chroma key) You can swap a blue area of a still picture 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 picture such as a handwritten illustlation or title with a moving picture. Record a title on a Memory Stick before a trip or event for convenience. C. CHROM (Camera chroma key) You can superimpose a moving picture on top of a still picture such as a picture 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 picture.
M. CHROM Blue Still picture M. LUMI Moving picture

Still picture C. CHROM

Before operation Insert a recorded Memory Stick on your camcorder.
(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Press MEMORY PLAY in the standby mode. The last recorded or last composed image appears on the lower part of the screen as a thumbnail image. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired mode, then press the dial to set. The mode changes as follows: M. CHROM t M. LUMI t C. CHROM (4) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The still picture is superimposed on the moving picture. (5) Press MEMORY+/ to select the still picture you want to superimpose. To see the previous image, press MEMORY. To see the next image, press MEMORY+. (6) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the effect. (7) Press START/STOP to start recording.

POW ER

M. CHROM

M. LUMI

M. LUMI I I I

M. LUMI I

Items to adust M. CHROM The color (blue) scheme of the area in the still picture which is to be swapped with a moving picture M. LUMI C. CHROM The color (bright) scheme of the area in the still picture which is to be swapped with a moving picture The color (blue) scheme of the area in the moving picture which is to be swapped with a still picture
The fewer bars there are on the screen, the stronger the effect.
To change the still picture to superimpose
Do either of the following: Press MEMORY+/ before step 7. Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial before step 7, and repeat the procedure from step 3.
To change the mode setting
Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial before step 7, and repeat the procedure from step 3.

To cancel M. CHROM/M. LUMI/C. CHROM
Press MEMORY PLAY. The Memory Stick supplied with your camcorder stores 30 images For M. CHROM: 26 images (such as a frame) DSC00001~DSC00026 For C. CHROM: 4 images (such as a background) DSC00027~DSC00030 Sample images stored before leaving the factory Sample images are protected (p. 100). If you format the Memory Stick Sample images will be deleted. During recording You cannot change the mode setting.
Preventing accidental erasure Image protection
To prevent accidental erasure of important images, you can protect selected images. Before operation Insert a Memory Stick into your camcorder.
Play back the image you want to protect. Press MENU to make the MENU display appear. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PROTECT, then press the dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial. Press MENU to erase the menu display. The - mark is displayed beside the data file name of the protected image.
10 / 12 MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS QUAL I TY FLD. / FRAME PR I NT MARK OFF PROTECT SL I DE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN [MENU] : END
10 / 12 MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS QUAL I TY FLD. / FRAME PR I NT MARK PROTECT ON SL I DE SHOW OFF DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN [MENU] : END
10 / 12 MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS QUAL I TY FLD. / FRAME PR I NT MARK PROTECT ON SL I DE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN [MENU] : END
To cancel image protection
Select OFF in step 5, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. Note Formatting erases all information on the Memory Stick, including the protected image data. Check the contents of the Memory Stick before formatting. If the write-protect tab on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK You cannot carry out image protection.
Writing a print mark PRINT MARK
You can specify the recorded still image to print out. This function is useful for printing out still images later. Your camcorder conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard for specifying the still images to print out. Before operation Insert a Memory Stick into your camcorder.
Play back the image you want to write a print mark. Press MENU to display the menu. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PRINT MARK, then press the dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial. mark is displayed beside Press MENU to erase the menu display. The the data file name of the image with a print mark.
10 / 12 MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS QUAL I TY FLD. / FRAME PR I NT MARK ON PROTECT OFF SL I DE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN [MENU] : END
10 / 12 MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS QUAL I TY FLD. / FRAME PR I NT MARK ON PROTECT SL I DE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN [MENU] : END
To cancel writing print marks
Select OFF in step 5, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. If the write-protect tab on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK You cannot write print marks on still images.

Cause and/or Corrective Actions The contrast between the subject and background is too high. Your camcorder is not a malfunction.
Your camcorder is not a malfunction. Slow shutter, low lux or NightShot +Slow shutter mode is activated. This is not a malfunction. If 10 minutes elapse after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or DEMO MODE is set to ON in the MENU settings without a cassette inserted, your camcorder automatically starts the demonstration. c Insert a cassette and the demonstration stops. You can also cancel DEMO MODE. (p. 77) NIGHTSHOT is set to ON. c Set it to OFF. (p. 21) NIGHTSHOT is set to ON in a bright place. c Set it to OFF, or use the NightShot function in a dark place. (p. 21) BEEP is set to OFF in the MENU settings. c Set it to MELODY or NORMAL. (p. 72)
The picture is recorded in incorrect or unnatural colors. Picture appears too bright, and the subject does not appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. The click of the shutter does not sound.

In the playback mode

The tape does not move when a video control button is pressed.
The playback picture is not clear or does not appear. There are nine horizontal lines on the picture or the playback picture is not clear or does not appear. No sound or only a low sound is heard when playing back a tape.
Displaying the recorded date, date search function does not work.
The title search function does not work.
Cause and/or Corrective Actions The POWER switch is set to CAMERA or OFF. c Set it to VTR. (p. 25) The tape has run out. c Rewind the tape. (p. 25) The televisions video channel is not adjusted correctly. c Adjust it. (p. 28) The video head may be dirty. c Clean the heads using the Sony DVM12CL cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p. 121) The volume is turned to minimum. c Open the LCD panel and press VOLUME +. (p. 25) AUDIO MIX is set to ST2 in the MENU settings. c Adjust AUDIO MIX. (p. 72) The tape has no cassette memory. c Use a tape with cassette memory. (p. 49, 109) CM SEARCH is set to OFF in the MENU settings. c Set it to ON. (p. 72) The tape has no cassette memory. c Use a tape with cassette memory. (p. 109) CM SEARCH is set to OFF in the MENU settings. c Set it to ON. (p. 72) There is no title in the tape. c Superimpose the titles. (p. 65)

The new sound added to the recorded tape is not heard. The title is not displayed. The date search or title search does not work correctly.
Cause and/or Corrective Actions AUDIO MIX is set to ST1 side in the MENU settings. c Adjust AUDIO MIX in the MENU settings. (p. 72) TITLE DSPL is set to OFF in the MENU settings. c Set it to ON in the MENU settings. (p. 72) The tape has a blank portion in the recorded portion (p. 109)
In the recording and playback modes
The power does not turn on.
The end search function does not work. The end search function does not work correctly. The battery pack is quickly discharged.
Cause and/or Corrective Actions The battery pack is not installed, or is dead or nearly dead. c Install a charged battery pack. (p. 9, 10) The AC power adaptor is not connected to a wall outlet. c Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall outlet. (p. 13) The tape was ejected after recording when using a tape without cassette memory. You have not recorded on the new cassette yet. The tape has a blank portion in the beginning or middle. The operating temperature is too low. The battery pack is not fully charged. c Charge the battery pack again. (p. 10) The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged. c Replace with a new battery pack. (p. 9) You have used the battery pack in an extremely hot or cold environment for a long time. The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged. c Replace with a new battery pack. (p. 9) The battery is dead. c Use a charged battery pack. (p. 9, 10) The power source is disconnected. c Connect it firmly. (p. 9, 13) The battery is dead. c Use a charged battery pack or the AC power adaptor. (p. 9, 13) Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour to acclimatize. (p. 120) The gold-plated connector of the tape is dirty or dusty. c Clean the gold-plated connector. (p. 110) The q REMAIN is set to AUTO in the MENU settings. c Set it to ON to always display the remaining tape indicator. (p. 72) (continued on the following page)
The battery remaining indicator does not indicate the correct time.
The cassette cannot be removed from the holder.
The % and Z indicators flash and no functions except for cassette ejection work. indicator does not appear when using a tape with cassette memory. Remaining tape indicator is not displayed.
Troubleshooting When operating using the Memory Stick DCR-TRV10 only
The Memory Stick does not function. Recording does not function.
The image cannot be deleted. You cannot format the Memory Stick.
Deleting all the images cannot be carried out.
You cannot protect the image.
You cannot write a print mark on the still image.
The slide show function does not work. The photo save function does not work.

i.LINK CABLE i.LINK cable is connected (p. 55).* You cannot dub new sound. FULL
* You hear the melody or beep sound.
Using your camcorder abroad
You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. When charging the battery pack, use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b].

AC-L10A/L10B/L10C

Your camcorder is an NTSC system based camcorder. If you want to view the playback picture on a TV, it must be an NTSC system based TV with VIDEO/AUDIO input jack. The following shows TV color systems used overseas. NTSC system Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the U.S.A., Venezuela, etc. PAL system Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Great Britain, Holland, Hong Kong, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, etc. PAL-M system Brazil PAL-N system Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay SECAM system Bulgaria, France, Guyana, Hungary, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Poland, Russia, Ukraine, etc.
Simple setting of clock by time difference
You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference. Select WORLD TIME in the MENU settings. See page 72 for more information.
Maintenance information and precautions

Moisture condensation

If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside your camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or your camcorder may not operate correctly. If there is moisture inside your camcorder, the beep sounds and the % indicator flashes. When the Z indicator flashes at the same time, the cassette is inserted in your camcorder. If moisture condenses on the lens, the indicator will not appear.
If moisture condensation occurred
None of the functions except cassette ejection will work. Eject the cassette, turn off your camcorder, and leave it for about 1 hour with the cassette compartment open. Your camcorder can be used again if the % indicator does not appear when the power is turned on again. Note on moisture condensation Moisture may condense when you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place (or vice versa) or when you use your camcorder in a hot place as follows: You bring your camcorder from a ski slope into a place warmed up by a heating device You bring your camcorder from an air-conditioned car or room into a hot place outside You use your camcorder after a squall or a shower You use your camcorder in a high temperature and humidity place How to prevent moisture condensation When you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place, put your camcorder in a plastic bag and tightly seal it. Remove the bag when the air temperature inside the plastic bag has reached the surrounding temperature (after about 1 hour).

Notes on dry batteries

To avoid possible damage from battery leakage or corrosion, observe the following: Be sure to insert the batteries with the + polarities matched to the + marks. Dry batteries are not rechargeable. Do not use a combination of new and old batteries. Do not use different types of batteries. Current flows from batteries when you are not using them for a long time. Do not use leaking batteries. If batteries are leaking Wipe off the liquid in the battery compartment carefully before replacing the batteries. If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water. If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a doctor. If any problem occurs, unplug your camcorder and contact your nearest Sony dealer.

Specifications

Video camera recorder
System Video recording system 2 rotary heads Helical scanning system Audio recording system Rotary heads, PCM system Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 32 kHz, stereo 1, stereo 2), 16 bits (Fs 48 kHz, stereo) Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette Mini DV cassette with the mark printed Tape speed SP: Approx. 18.81 mm/s LP: Approx. 12.56 mm/s Recording/playback time (using cassette DVM60) SP: 1 hour LP: 1.5 hours Fastforward/rewind time (using cassette DVM60) Approx. 1 min. and 45 seconds (AC power adaptor) Approx. 2 min. and 30 seconds (battery pack) Viewfinder Electric viewfinder (color) Image device 1/4 inch CCD (Charge Coupled Device) Approx. 680,000 pixels (Effective: Approx. 340,000 pixels) Lens Combined power zoom lens Filter diameter 30 mm. (1 3/16 in.) 10 (Optical), 120 (Digital) Focal length 5/32 - 1 5/16 in. (3.3 - 33 mm) When converted to a 35 mm still camera 1 11/16 - 16 5/8 in. (42 - 420 mm) Color temperature Auto, HOLD (Hold), nIndoor (3200K), Outdoor (5800K) Minimum illumination 5 lux (F 1.7) 0 lux (in the NightShot mode)** ** Objects unable to be seen due to the dark can be shot with infrared lighting. Input/Output connectors S video input/output 4-pin mini DIN Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced Audio/Video input/output AV MINI JACK, 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced, sync negative 327 mV, (at output impedance more than 47 kilohms) Output impedance with less than 2.2 kilohms/Stereo minijack ( 3.5mm) Input impedance more than 47 kilohms DV input/output 4-pin connector Headphone jack Stereo minijack ( 3.5 mm) LANC control jack Stereo mini-minijack ( 2.5 mm) MIC jack Minijack, 0.388 mV low impedance with 2.5 to 3.0 V DC, output impedance 6.8 kilohms ( 3.5 mm) Stereo type LCD screen Picture 3.5 inches measured diagonally 2 7/in. (72.4 50.4 mm) Total dot number DCR-TRV8: 105,380 (479 220) DCR-TRV10: 184,580 (839 220) General Power requirements 7.2 V (battery pack) 8.4 V (AC power adaptor) Average power consumption (when using the battery pack) During camera recording using LCD DCR-TRV8: 3.6W DCR-TRV10: 3.8W Viewfinder 2.9 W Operating temperature 32 F to 104 F (0 C to 40 C) Storage temperature 4 F to +140 F (20 C to +60 C) Dimensions (Approx.) 2 3/5/1/4 in. (67.157.5 mm) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) DCR-TRV8: 1 lb 6 oz (630 g) DCR-TRV10: 1 lb 6 oz (650 g) excluding the battery pack, cassette and shoulder strap DCR-TRV8: 1 lb 9 oz (730 g) DCR-TRV10: 1 lb 10 oz (750 g) including the battery pack, NP-FM50, cassette DVM60, lens cap and shoulder strap Supplied accessories See page 8.

wj SELFTIMER button (p. 23) wk END SEARCH button (p. 24) wl DISPLAY button (p. 26) e; START/STOP MODE switch (p. 20) ea DIGITAL EFFECT button (p. 39, 47) es TITLE button (p. 66) ed MENU button (p. 32, 72) ef Speaker

rh rj rk

rd Video control buttons (p. 25, 27, 58) x STOP (stop) m REW (rewind) N PLAY (playback) M FF (fastforward) X PAUSE (pause) z REC (recording) The control buttons light up when you set the POWER switch to VTR. rf MEMORY OPEN button (DCR-TRV10 only) (p. 81)

Fastening the grip strap

rg MEMORY RELEASE button (DCR-TRV10 only) (p. 81) rh Intelligent accessory shoe (p. 61, 127) rj +SLOW SHTR button (p. 21) rk NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 21) rl Grip strap
Fasten the grip strap firmly.
DV IN/OUT jack (p. 55) This i.LINK mark is a trademark of Sony Corporation and indicates that this product is in agreement with IEEE 13941995 specifications and their revisions. The DV IN/OUT jack is i.LINK compatible.
ta i (headphones) jack When you use headphones, the speaker on your camcorder is silent. ts LANC control jack LANC stands for Local Application Control Bus System. The control jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video equipment and other peripherals connected to the video equipment. This jack has the same function as the jack indicated as CONTROL L or REMOTE.
Identifying the parts and controls Remote Commander
The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on your camcorder function identically to the buttons on your camcorder. RMT-808 RMT-811
1 PHOTO button (p. 30, 85) 2 DISPLAY button (p. 26) 3 Memory control buttons (DCR-TRV10 only) (p. 93, 94, 98)
8 AUDIO DUB button (p. 63) 9 DATA CODE button (p. 26) 0 Power zoom button (p. 19) qa START/STOP button (p. 15)

qd 9 qs qa

4 SEARCH MODE button (p. 49, 51, 52) 5./> buttons (p. 49, 51, 52) 6 Video control buttons (p. 27) 7 REC button (p. 58, 105)/MARK button (DCR-TRV10 only) (p. 57)
qs Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control your camcorder after turning on your camcorder. qd ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 48, 58)
To prepare the Remote Commander
Insert 2 size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and polarities on the batteries to the + marks inside the battery compartment.
Notes on the Remote Commander Point the remote sensor away from strong light sources such as direct sunlight or overhead lighting. Otherwise, the Remote Commander may not function properly. Your camcorder works in the commander mode VTR 2. Commander modes 1, 2 and 3 are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in the Commander mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the commander mode or covering the sensor of the VCR with black paper.