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Digital Video Camera Recorder

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.

Owners Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DCR-TRV Serial No. Model No. ACSerial No.

SERIES

DCR-TRV27
DCR-TRV16/TRV18/ TRV25/TRV27

2002 Sony Corporation

Welcome!
Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam. With your Handycam, you can capture lifes precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use. You will soon be producing home video that you can enjoy for years to come.

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
For customers in the U.S.A. and CANADA
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This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
For customers in the U.S.A.
If you have any questions about this product, you
may call : Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is for the FCC related matters only. Regulatory Information
Never expose the battery pack to temperatures above 60C (140F) such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-TRV18 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ07649 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 201-930-6972 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions.: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Notice

If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the USB cable again.
SONY DCR-TRV25, DCRTRV27 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ07649 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 201-930-6972 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions.: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Trade Name: Model No.:
For customers in CANADA Memory Stick
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Getting Started

Memory Stick
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.

When ejecting a cassette Do not press EDITSEARCH.

Recording Basics

Recording a picture
Your camcorder automatically focuses for you.
(1) Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on its sides and pull the lens cap string to fix it. (2) Prepare the power supply and insert a cassette. See Step 1 to Step 3 for more information (p. 16 to p. 25). (3) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. This sets your camcorder to the standby mode. (4) To open the LCD panel, press OPEN. The viewfinder automatically turns off. (5) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The REC indicator appears. The camera recording lamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up. To stop recording, press START/STOP again.

3 LOCK switch

Camera recording lamp Microphone

0:00:01

Notes Fasten the grip strap firmly. The recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) are not displayed while recording. However, they are recorded automatically onto tape. To display the recording data, press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander during playback (p. 39). Note on recording mode Your camcorder records and plays back in the SP (standard play) mode and in the LP (long play) mode. Select SP or LP in the menu settings (p. 182). In the LP mode, you can record 1.5 times as long as in the SP mode. When you record a tape in the LP mode on your camcorder, we recommend playing back the tape on your camcorder.
Note on the LOCK switch (except DCR-TRV16) When you slide the LOCK switch to the right, the POWER switch can no longer be set to MEMORY accidentally. LOCK switch is set to the left as the default setting. To enable smooth transition Transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene is smooth as long as you do not eject the cassette even if you turn off your camcorder. However, check the following: Do not mix recordings in the SP mode and in the LP mode on one tape. When you change the battery pack, set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). When you use a cassette with cassette memory, however, you can make the transition smooth even after ejecting the cassette if you use the END SEARCH function (p. 37). If you leave your camcorder in the standby mode for five minutes while the cassette is inserted Your camcorder automatically turns off. This is to save battery power and to prevent battery and tape wear. To return to the standby mode, set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) and then back to CAMERA. To start recording, press the START/STOP button again without switching the POWER switch. However, your camcorder does not turn off automatically while the cassette is not inserted. When you record in the SP and LP modes on one tape or you record in the LP mode The transition between scenes may not be smooth. The playback picture may be distorted or the time code may not be written properly between scenes. The battery use time when you record using the LCD screen The battery time is slightly shorter than the shooting time using the viewfinder.

After recording

(1) (2) (3) (4) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Close the LCD panel. Eject the cassette. Remove the battery pack.
Recording a picture 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 until it clicks, and swing it into the camcorder body. Note The viewfinder automatically turns off when using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode (p. 31). 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) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, VCR or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16). in the menu Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select LCD BRIGHT in settings (p. 178), then press the dial. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen with LCD BRIGHT, then press the dial. (3) Press MENU to make the menu settings disappear.

LCD/VF SET LCD BRIGHT

[MENU] : END
MENU 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. 178).

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 image in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, VCR or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16). 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. 178).
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 function sparingly results in better-looking recordings. W: For wide-angle (subject appears farther away) T : For telephoto (subject appears closer)
To use zoom greater than 10 Zoom greater than 10 is performed digitally. Digital zoom can be set to 20 or 120. To activate digital zoom, select the digital zoom power in D ZOOM in the menu settings (p. 177). The digital zoom function is set to OFF as a default setting.

Press y on the Remote Commander during playback. For slow playback in the reverse direction, press , then press y on the Remote Commander. To resume normal playback, press N.
To view pictures at double speed
Press 2 on the Remote Commander during playback. For double speed playback in the reverse direction, press , then press 2 on the Remote Commander. To resume normal playback, press N.
To view pictures frame-by-frame
Press C on the Remote Commander in the playback pause mode. For frame-by-frame playback in the reverse direction, press c. To resume normal playback, press N.
To search the last scene recorded (END SEARCH)
Press END SEARCH in the stop mode. The last five seconds of the recorded portion plays back and stops. In the various playback modes Sound is muted. The previous picture may remain as a mosaic image during playback. When the playback pause mode lasts for five minutes Your camcorder automatically enters the stop mode. To resume playback, press N. Slow playback The slow playback can be performed smoothly on your camcorder. However, this function does not work for an output signal through the DV IN/OUT jack. When you play back a tape in reverse Horizontal noise may appear at the center, or the top and bottom of the screen. This is not a malfunction.
Viewing the recording on TV
Connect your camcorder to your TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder to watch playback pictures on the TV screen. You can operate the video control buttons in the same way as when you monitor playback pictures on the screen. When monitoring playback pictures on the TV screen, we recommend that you power your camcorder from a wall outlet using the AC power adaptor (p. 22). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV. Open the jack cover. Connect your camcorder to the TV using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Then, set the TV/VCR selector on the TV to VCR.

S VIDEO

AUDIO/VIDEO

IN S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO

Shutter speed number SLOW SHTR 1 SLOW SHTR 2 SLOW SHTR 3 SLOW SHTR 4
Shutter speed 1/30 1/15 1/8 1/4
Using the PROGRAM AE function
You can select PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to suit your specific shooting requirements. SPOTLIGHT: This mode prevents peoples faces, for example, from appearing excessively white when shooting subjects lit by strong light in the theater. PORTRAIT (Soft portrait): This mode brings out the subject while creating a soft background for subjects such as people or flowers. SPORTS (Sports lesson): This mode minimizes camera-shake on fast-moving subjects such as in tennis or golf. BEACH&SKI: This mode prevents peoples faces from appearing dark in strong light or reflected light, such as at a beach in midsummer or on a ski slope. SUNSETMOON (Sunset & moon): This mode allows you to maintain atmosphere when you are recording sunsets, general night views, fireworks displays and neon signs. LANDSCAPE: This mode is for when you are recording distant subjects such as mountains, and prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows when you are recording a subject behind glass or a screen.
(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16). Press with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial MENU, then select PROGRAM AE in (p. 176). (2) Select the desired mode with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
AUTO SPOTLIGHT PORTRAIT SPORTS BEACH&SKI SUNSETMOON LANDSCAPE
To cancel the PROGRAM AE function
Set PROGRAM AE to AUTO in the menu settings. Notes Because your camcorder is set to focus only on subjects in the middle to far distance, you cannot take close-ups in the following mode: SPOTLIGHT SPORTS BEACH&SKI Your camcorder is set to focus only on distant subjects in the following modes: SUNSETMOON LANDSCAPE The following functions do not work in the PROGRAM AE function: Color Slow Shutter Slow shutter OLD MOVIE BOUNCE While setting the NIGHTSHOT to ON, the PROGRAM AE function does not work. The indicator flashes. When you set the POWER switch to MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16), Sports lesson mode does not work. The indicator flashes. While WHT BAL is set to AUTO in the menu settings The white balance is adjusted even if the PROGRAM AE function is selected. Even if the PROGRAM AE function is selected You can adjust the exposure. If you are recording under a discharge tube such as a fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp or mercury lamp Flickering or changes in color may occur in the following modes. If this happens, cancel the PROGRAM AE function. PORTRAIT SPORTS
Adjusting the exposure manually
You can manually adjust and set the exposure. Normally exposure is automatically adjusted. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases: When the subject is backlit When the subject is too bright against the background When recording dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully
(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16), press EXPOSURE. The exposure indicator appears. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the brightness.

CAMERA SET SELFTIMER D ZOOM PHOTO REC 16 : 9W I DE STEADYSHOT FRAME REC I NT. REC ON RETURN OFF SET [MENU] : END
CAMERA SET I NT. REC I NTERVAL REC T I ME RETURN

I NTERVAL

CAMERA SET INT. REC INTERVAL REC TIME RETURN

30SEC 1MIN 5MIN 10MIN

CAMERA SET SELFTIMER D ZOOM PHOTO REC 16 : 9WIDE STEADYSHOT FRAME REC ON INT. REC RETURN [MENU] : END

0.5SEC 1SEC 1.5SEC 2SEC

0.5SEC
To cancel the interval recording
Perform either of the following: Set INT. REC to OFF in the menu settings. Set the POWER switch to other than CAMERA.
To suspend interval recording and perform normal recording
Press START/STOP during the interval time except during recording time. The INTERVAL indicator flashes and normal recording starts. To restart interval recording, stop recording and then press START/STOP again. The INTERVAL indicator stops flashing and remains on, and recording time begins. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16) You cannot do interval recording. On recording time There may be a discrepancy in the recording time of up to /+ six frames from the selected time. When pressing START/STOP during recording time Interval recording stops. To restart it, perform step 6.
Frame by frame recording Frame recording
You can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect using frame recording. To create this effect, alternately move the subject a little and make a frame recording. We recommend that you use a tripod, and operate your camcorder using the Remote Commander after step 4.
(1) In the standby mode, press MENU. Select FRAME REC in with the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial (p. 177). (2) Select ON with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. (3) Press MENU to erase the menu display. The FRAME REC indicator lights up. (4) Press START/STOP to start frame recording. Your camcorder makes a recording for about six frames, and returns to recording standby. (5) Move the subject, and repeat step 4.
CAMERA SET SELFTIMER D ZOOM PHOTO REC 16:9WIDE STEADYSHOT FRAME REC OFF ON INT. REC RETURN [MENU] : END CAMERA SET SELFTIMER D ZOOM PHOTO REC 16:9WIDE STEADYSHOT FRAME REC ON INT. REC RETURN [MENU] : END
To cancel the frame recording
Perform either of the following: Set FRAME REC to OFF in the menu settings. Set the POWER switch to other than CAMERA. Note The proper remaining tape is not indicated if you use the frame recording function continuously. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (except DCR-TRV16) You cannot use the frame recording. When using the frame recording function The last recorded frame is longer than other frame.
Advanced Playback Operations
Playing back tapes with picture effect
During playback, you can process a scene using the following picture effect functions: NEG. ART, SEPIA, B&W and SOLARIZE.
(1) In the playback or playback pause mode, press MENU. Select P EFFECT in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 176). (2) Select the desired mode by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. For details of each picture effect function, see page 54.

MANUAL SET P EFFECT D EFFECT RETURN
OFF NEG. ART SEPIA B&W SOLARIZE
To cancel the picture effect
Set P EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings. Notes You cannot process externally input scenes using the picture effect function. To record images that you have processed using the picture effect function, record images on a Memory Stick (except DCR-TRV16) (p. 117, 128), or on a VCR using your camcorder as a player. Pictures processed by picture effect functions Pictures processed by the picture effect function are not output through the DV IN/ OUT jack. When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) or stop playing back The picture effect function is automatically canceled.
Playing back tapes with digital effect
During playback, you can process a scene using the following digital effect functions: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL.
(1) In the playback or playback pause mode, press MENU. Select D EFFECT in with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 176). (2) Select the desired digital effect mode in the menu settings, then press the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial. The digital effect indicator lights up and the bars appear. In the STILL or LUMI. mode, the image where you press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial is stored in memory as a still image. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the effect, then press the dial. For details of each digital effect function, see page 55.
MANUAL SET D EFFECT OFF STILL FLASH LUMI. TRAIL
MANUAL P EFFECT D EFFECT RETURN

LUMI. IIIIIIIIIIIIIII

To cancel the digital effect
Set D EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings. Notes You cannot process externally input scenes using digital effect functions. To record images that you have processed the image using the digital effect function, record images on a Memory Stick (except DCR-TRV16) (p. 117, 128), or on a VCR using your camcorder as a player. Pictures processed by digital effect functions Pictures processed by digital effect functions are not output through the DV IN/ OUT jack. You cannot use the tape PB ZOOM function for pictures processed by digital effect functions. When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) or stop playing back The digital effect function is automatically canceled.
Enlarging images recorded on a tape Tape PB ZOOM

OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT READY RETURN OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT RETURN RETURN TAPE MEMORY [MENU] : END [MENU] : END
0:08:55:06 VIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL IR ADJ TEST i. LINK CUTIN CUTOUT IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURN [MENU] : END
OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY VIDEO EDIT RETURN RETURN TAPE MEMORY [MENU] : END VIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SET 1 0:08:55:06 IN TOTAL 0:00:00:00 SCENE 0 [MENU] : END
VIDEO EDIT EDIT SET CONTROL ADJ TEST CUTIN CUTOUT IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURN [MENU] : END 0:08:55:06 3
VIDEO EDIT MARK UNDO ERASE ALL START EDIT SET 0:08:55:06 IR TOTAL 0:00:00:00 SCENE 0 [MENU] : END VIDEO EDIT EDIT SET IR CONTROL ADJ TEST CUTIN CUTOUT IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURN [MENU] : END 0:08:55:06
About IR SETUP codes The IR SETUP code is stored in the memory of your camcorder. Be sure to set the correct code to match your VCR. The default setting is code number 3. Brand
Sony Aiwa Akai Audio Dynamic Bell&Howell (M. Wards) Broksonic Canon Citizen Craig Curtis Mathis Daewoo DBX Dimensia Emerson Fisher Funai General Electric Goldstar/LG GO VIDEO Hitachi HQ Instant Replay JC Penny JVC Kenwood LXI (Sears) Magnavox Marantz Marta Memorex Minolta

IR SETUP code

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 47, 54, 80 49, 51 21, 21, 70, 82 77, 47, 73 8, 77, 80 26, 40, 77 21, 33, 26, 48, 59, 70, 80, 81, 82 36, 37, 44, 8, 32*, 77, 94*, 71 8, 42, 77, 78 8, 21, 33, 35, 36, 42, 77 12, 13, 14, 21, 33, 35 21, 33, 35, 47 36, 37, 42, 44, 45, 47, 49, 80 17, 77, 78, 83 21, 33, 37, 77 8, 42
Mitsubishi/MGA Multitech NEC Olympic Optimus Orion Panasonic Pentax Philco Philips Pioneer Quasar RCA/PROSCAN Realistic Sansui Singer Samsung Sanyo Scott Sharp Shintom Signature 2000 Sylvania Symphonic Tashiro Tatung Teac Technics Toshiba Wards Yamaha Zenith
22, 23, 24, 28, 29 23, 32, 80 21, 33, 35 77, 60 16, 17, 77, 78 8, 42 26, 70, 77, 78 47, 77, 78, 6, 16, 17, 77, 78 7, 8, 16, 40, 41, 42, 77, 78*, 83, 101 22, 36, 37, 77, 80, 73 24, 24*, 32, 32*, 41, 94, 94* 26, 36, 37, 47 22, 23, 24, 28, 32, 37, 40, 41 88, 80, 89 77, 78, 80, 47 21, 33, 35 21, 33, 35, 80 77, 78 7, 40, 49 37, 47, 88, 89, 95 21, 33, 35, 36 95

DV OUT

: Signal flow i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional)
Press x on your camcorder, and then press the stop button on the VCR. You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable). When you dub a picture in digital form The color of the display may be uneven. However, this does not affect the dubbed picture. If you record the playback paused picture with the DV IN/OUT jack The recorded picture becomes rough. When you play back the picture using your camcorder, the picture may jitter. Before recording Make sure that the DV IN indicator appears on the screen. The DV IN indicator may appear on both equipment.
Inserting a scene from a VCR Insert Editing
You can insert a new scene with sound from a VCR onto your originally recorded tape by specifying the insert start and end points. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Connections are the same as on page 89 or 91. Insert a cassette containing the desired scene to insert into the VCR.

[b] [c]

[A]: A tape that contains the scene to be superimposed [B]: A tape before editing [C]: A tape after editing (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (2) On the connected VCR, locate just before the insert start point [a], then press X to set the VCR to the playback pause mode. (3) On your camcorder, locate the insert end point [c] by pressing m or M. Then press X to set your camcorder to the playback pause mode. (4) Press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander. The ZERO SET MEMORY indicator flashes and the end point of the insert is stored in memory. The tape counter shows 0:00:00. (5) On your camcorder, locate the insert start point [b] by pressing m, then press z REC and the button on its right simultaneously. (6) First press X on the VCR, and after a few seconds press X on your camcorder to start inserting the new scene with sound. Inserting automatically stops near the zero point on the tape counter. Your camcorder automatically stops recording and the ZERO SET MEMORY is canceled.

0:00:00

ZERO SET MEMORY
To change the insert end point
Press ZERO SET MEMORY again after step 5 to erase the ZERO SET MEMORY indicator and begin from step 3. Note Pictures and sound recorded on the portion between the insert start and end points will be erased when you insert the new scene. If you insert scenes on the tape recorded on another camcorder The pictures and sound may be distorted. We recommend that you insert scenes on a tape recorded on your camcorder. When the inserted picture is played back Pictures and sound may be distorted at the end of the inserted portion. This is not a malfunction. Pictures and sound at the start point and the end point may be distorted in the LP mode. To insert a scene without setting the insert end point Skip steps 3 and 4. Press x on your camcorder when you want to stop inserting.

Erasing all the data in cassette memory
You can erase all the data in cassette memory at once.
(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (2) Press MENU, then select ERASE ALL in (p. 181). (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select OK, then press the dial. OK changes to EXECUTE. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial. ERASING flashes on the screen. When all the data is erased, COMPLETE is displayed.

To cancel deleting

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

Memory Stick Operations

Using a Memory Stick Introduction
You can easily record and playback images on the Memory Stick supplied with your camcorder. You can also do the following operations: Reading the image from the tape to the Memory Stick or from the Memory Stick to the tape Importing images recorded on your camcorder to your computer Deleting images, protecting images, placing a print mark onto images

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 personal 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 personal computer.

Memory Stick Operations

Using a Memory Stick
Terminal Write-protect tab Labeling position
You cannot record or erase images when the write-protect tab on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK. The position and shape of the write-protect tab may be different depending on 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 Memory Sticks near static electricity or magnetic fields. Prevent metallic objects or your finger from coming into contact with the metal parts of the terminal. Do not attach any other material than the supplied 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 become 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.
Memory Sticks formatted on a computer
Memory Sticks formatted on Windows OS or Macintosh computers are not guaranteed compatible with your camcorder. 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 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. 180). 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.

Erase OUT first and then IN from of the last program.
To cancel erasing Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select RETURN, then press the dial in step 2.
(1) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings, then select MEMORY with the dial. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ERASE ALL, then select EXECUTE with the dial. All the program marks flash, then the settings are canceled.
To cancel erasing all programs Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select RETURN with the dial in step 2. To cancel a program you have set Press MENU. The program is stored in memory until the tape is ejected. Notes You cannot dub the titles, display indicators, or the contents of cassette memory. You cannot operate recording during the Digital program editing on Memory Sticks. On a blank portion of the tape You cannot set IN or OUT. If there is a blank portion between IN and OUT on the tape The total time code may not be displayed correctly. During making a program If you eject the cassette, NOT READY appears on the screen. The program will be erased.
Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture Digital program editing (on Memory Sticks) Performing the program (Dubbing a Memory Stick)
(1) Select VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select MEMORY, then press the dial. (2) Select START in the menu settings. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial. Search for the beginning of the first program, then start dubbing. The program mark flashes. The SEARCH indicator appears during search, the EDITING indicator appears during writing of data on your camcorder, and REC appears during dubbing on the screen. The program mark changes to light blue after dubbing is complete. When the dubbing ends, your camcorder automatically stops.
Press x using the video operation buttons. The program you made is recorded on a Memory Stick up to the place where you pressed x.
Your camcorder stops when the dubbing ends. Then the display returns to VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings. Press MENU to end the Digital program editing function. NOT READY appears on the LCD screen when: The program to operate the Digital program editing has not been made. The Memory Stick is not inserted. The write-protect tab on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK. When Memory Stick does not have enough space to record LOW MEMORY appears on the screen. However, you can record pictures up to the time indicated.

If you are unable to rectify the problem even if you try corrective actions a few times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Warning indicators and messages
If indicators and messages appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, check the following: See the page in parentheses ( ) for more information.

Warning indicators

1000001 C:21:00
100-0001 Warning indicator as to file Slow flashing: The file is corrupted. The file is unreadable. You are trying to use the MEMORY MIX function on a moving picture.*1) (p. 124) C:21:00 Self-diagnosis display (p. 191) E The battery is dead or nearly dead Slow flashing: The battery is nearly dead. Depending on the operating conditions, environment and battery condition, the E indicator may flash even if there are approximately five to 10 minutes remaining. % Moisture condensation has occurred*2) Fast flashing: Eject the cassette, turn off your camcorder, and leave it for about one hour with the cassette compartment open (p. 202). Warning indicator as to cassette memory*2) Slow flashing: No cassette with cassette memory is inserted (p. 194). Warning indicator as to Memory Stick*1) Slow flashing: No Memory Stick is inserted. Fast flashing*2): The Memory Stick is not readable on your camcorder (p. 105). The image cannot be recorded on a Memory Stick.
Warning indicator as to Memory Stick formatting*1) *2) Fast flashing: Memory Stick is not formatted correctly (p. 180). The Memory Stick data is corrupted. (p. 105) Q Warning indicator as to tape Slow flashing: The tape is near the end. No tape is inserted.*2) The write-protect tab on the cassette is exposed (red)*2) (p. 25). Fast flashing: The cassette has run out of tape.*2) Z You need to eject the cassette*2) Slow flashing: The write-protect tab on the cassette is exposed (red) (p. 25). Fast flashing: Moisture condensation has occurred (p. 202). The cassette has run out of tape. The self-diagnosis display function is activated (p. 191). - The still image is protected*1) *2) Slow flashing: The still image is protected (p. 148). Warning indicator as to recording of still image Slow flashing: The still image cannot be recorded on a tape or a Memory Stick*1) (p. 44, 46) *1) Except DCR-TRV16 *2) You hear the melody or beep.

Creative Media Center

Ernest G. Welch School of Art & Design
CMC EQUIPMENT TEMPORARY LOAN AGREEMENT
GSU School of Art & Design Creative Media Center Video/Photo/Sound Equipment
In order to check out any equipment YOU MUST:
1. BE CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN CLASSES in the GSU School of Art & Design as a Declared Art & Design major and/or be on the CMCs list of authorized students. 2. Have returned all previously loaned equipment and paid all fines. (if applicable) 3. Have current proof of identity and enrollment by providing A COPY OF THE FOLLOWING:
GSU STUDENT ID GA DRIVERS LICENSE
CURRENT ADDRESS & PHONE # GoSolar CLASS SCHEDULE

Equipment Loaned:

Attention Lab Staff: Always check IDs and verify enrollment. Complete this form for each checkout, indicating the actual inventory number assigned to all items. All items must be accounted on this form before patron leaves the CMC.
ART & DESIGN STUDENTS WITH DECLARED MAJORS ONLY ART & DESIGN GRADUATE STUDENTS ONLY
Nikon Cool Pix 5000 or 5400 #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Nikon Cool Pix 4 Sony DCR-TRV18 Handicam Sony DCR-HC20 Handicam Sony DCR-HC46 Handicam #10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, #1, 2, 3, 4 #5, 6, 7, 8, 9 #10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15
Sony DCR-VX2000 Handicam #1 Canon GL-2 Camcorder #1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Canon XL-1 Camcorder #1, 2 Canon XL-2 Camcorder #3
Equipment Serial Number ________________________
Accessories Loaned : (check and complete blanks for all that apply)
Manual #______, lens cap, case Remote # ______ Additional Battery #_______ Battery #_______ Battery Charger #_____ Memory Card #______,_____mb USB Cable #_____ Firewire Cable #______ RCA Cable #_____ Additional Eye piece
Additional Memory Card #______,_____mb
Other Item: #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 Description: __________________________________________________________ Other Item: #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 Description: __________________________________________________________
Student/Faculty/Staff Terms of Loan Agreement:
I certify that I am currently enrolled in Class #_____________taught by Instructor: ____________________________. I have received the above equipment in good working condition. I agree that I am solely assigned usage rights and am responsible for the use, well keeping and return of this equipment while it is in my possession. If damage, loss or theft occurs during this time, I agree I am responsible for the cost of repair or replacement of the equipment as established by published university guidelines. If I return the equipment late after the due date and time, I agree I will be responsible for the LATE FEE calculated at $10 per day, up to 2 weeks, at which point full replacement cost is assessed through the CMC and the GSU Student Accounts Dept. Until I have satisfied these obligations, no additional equipment can be issued to me. Student Name (PRINT) ____________________________________SIGNATURE: _____________________________ Address _________________________________Local Phone (home)___________________(cell)_________________

Check Out Information

OUT INFO: 1. Lab Monitors Initials? ____ 2. Date/Time of Check Out ? __/___/___ ___3. When Is It Due?___/___/___ IN INFO: 1. Lab Monitors Initials? _______ 2. Date/Time of Check In? ____/_______/___ ____:____ AM / PM

Deposits / Fees

!!! USE 1 SHEET PER CHECKOUT PERIOD !!!

Date: ___/___/___

Deposit: $ _____ for (Number of Days): ___ Check Number: # _______ GA: License #: ___________________
Fine: $ ________ # of Days Late:_____ Amount Paid: _______ Cash / Check # _______

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