Sony DCR TRV330 - Digital8 Camcorder With Built-in Digital Still Mode driver and firmware
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Operating Instructions - Page 3
... 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...
Operating Instructions - Page 5
...scenes
- Digital program editing 63 Using with analog video unit and your
computer - Signal convert function ..... 74 Recording video or TV programs 75 Inserting a scene from a VCR
- Insert Editing 77
Customizing Your Camcorder
Changing the menu settings 79
"Memory Stick" operations (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only)
Using "Memory Stick"-introduction .......... 88 Recording still images on "Memory Stick...
Operating Instructions - Page 6
Quick Start Guide
This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses "( )" for more information.
Connecting the power cord (p. 16)
Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 11).
Open the DC IN jack cover.
Connect the plug with its v mark facing up.
AC power adaptor (supplied)
Inserting...
Operating Instructions - Page 9
... this manual
Precautions on camcorder care
...recording in any way.
•Do not let your camcorder get wet. Keep your camcorder away from rain and sea water. Letting your camcorder get wet may cause your camcorder ...camcorder exposed to temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b].
•Be careful when placing the camera near a window...
Operating Instructions - Page 10
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5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 31)
6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 146)
7 Lens cap (1) (p. 19)
8 USB cable (1) (p. 111) DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only
9 "Memory Stick" (1) (p. 88) DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only
0 CD-ROM (SPVD-004 USB Driver) (1) (p. 111) DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only
Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc...
Operating Instructions - Page 11
Getting started
Step 1 Preparing the power supply
Installing the battery pack
We recommend using the battery pack when you use your camcorder outdoors. (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack down until it clicks.
1 2
To remove the battery pack (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery ...
Operating Instructions - Page 12
... connect the AC power adaptor supplied with
your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the plug's v mark facing up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. (4) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Charging begins. The remaining battery
time is indicated in minutes on the display window. When the...
Operating Instructions - Page 13
... the recording time with the viewfinder.
Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - min" appears in the display window.
While charging the battery pack, no indicator appears or the indicator flashes in the display window in the following cases: - The battery pack is not installed correctly. - Something is wrong with the battery pack.
If the power may...
Operating Instructions - Page 17
... first time. "CLOCK SET" will be displayed each time that you set the POWER switch to CAMERA/MEMORY (DCR-TRV330/TRV530 only) unless you set the date and time settings. If you do not use your camcorder for about half a year, the date and time settings may be released (bars may appear) because the manganese-lithium battery installed in your camcorder will have been...
Operating Instructions - Page 18
... press the cassette compartment down. Doing so may cause malfunction.
•Your camcorder records pictures in the Digital8 system.
• The recording time when you use your camcorder is half of indicated time on Hi8
tape. If you select the LP mode in the menu settings, 3/4 of indicated time on Hi8
tape.
•If you use standard...
Operating Instructions - Page 19
... grip strap.
(2) Install the power source and insert a cassette. See "Step 1" to "Step 3" for more information (p. 11 to 18).
(3) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. Your camcorder is set to the standby mode.
(4) Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. The viewfinder automatically turns off.
(5) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The REC...
Operating Instructions - Page 27
... screen. If you close the LCD panel, you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder.
(1) Install the power source and insert the recorded tape. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR while pressing the small green button. (3) Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. (4) Press m to...
Operating Instructions - Page 44
... 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.
Low lux This mode makes subjects brighter in...
Operating Instructions - Page 74
....)
(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Set A/V t DV OUT in to ON in the menu settings. (P. 79) (3) Start playback on the analog video unit. (4) Start capturing procedures on your computer.
The operation procedures depend on your computer and the software which you use. For details on how to capture images, refer to the instruction manual of your computer and software.
AUDIO/VIDEO...
Operating Instructions - Page 110
... Windows 2000 Professional. CPU: MMX Pentium 200 MHz or faster The USB connector must be provided as standard. Recommended Macintosh environment Macintosh computer with the Mac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0 standard installation. However, note that the update to Mac OS 9.0 should be used for the following models. •iMac with the Mac OS 8.6 standard installation and a slot loading type CD-ROM drive •...
Operating Instructions - Page 111
... on "USB Driver Installation for Windows ® 98/98SE/Me and Windows ® 2000" and click. (4) The Setup program starts. Complete the installation on CD-ROM. (5) Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder with the USB connector on your computer using the supplied USB cable. (6) Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder, connect the AC power adaptor and set the POWER switch to MEMORY. "PC MODE...
Operating Instructions - Page 113
... your computer may not recover after recovering from Suspend, Resume, or Sleep.
Image file storage destinations and image files
Image files recorded with your camcorder are grouped in a folder. The meanings of the file names are as follows. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999.
For Windows 98 users (The drive recognizing the camera...
Operating Instructions - Page 125
... any problem using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If "C:ss:ss" appears on the screen or the display window, the self-diagnosis display function has worked. See page 130.
In the recording mode
Symptom START/STOP...
Operating Instructions - Page 129
... backlight of the display window does not light.
While charging the battery pack, the remaining battery time indicator flashes.
No function works though the power is on.
• Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour to acclimatize. (p. 139)
• Some troubles has occurred in your camcorder. c Remove the cassette...
Operating Instructions - Page 137
... . Before connecting this unit to a personal computer, make sure that application software supported by this unit is already installed on the personal computer. For details on precautions when connecting this unit, also refer to the instruction manuals for the equipment to be connected.
Required i.LINK Cable
Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to-4-pin cable (during DV dubbing). i.LINK and are...