Sony DCR-TRV820 Manuel d'utilisateur

©2000 Sony CorporationOperating InstructionsBefore operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,and retain it for future reference.3-059-564

10Installing the battery packInstall the battery pack to use your camcorder outdoors.Slide the battery pack down until it clicks.To remove the battery

100Deleting all the imagesYou can delete all the unprotected images in the “Memory Stick”.(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VTR. Make sure that th

101“Memory Stick” operationsWhile DELETING appearsDo not turn the POWER switch or press any buttons.If the write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is

102Writing a print mark – PRINT MARKYou can specify the recorded still image to print out. This function is useful for printingout still images later.

103Printing operations— Printing operations —Using the printer – Introduction– DCR-TRV820 onlyYou can use the printer on your camcorder to print image

104About lamp indications (p. 130)PRINT lampFast flashing (green):•Printer error•Heat buildup inside printerSlow flashing (orange):•During printingPRI

105Printing operationsInserting the print cartridgeBe sure to use the specified print cartridge.(1) Slide PRINT CARTRIDGE OPEN knob on the bottom of y

106NoteThe inside of your camcorder sometimes heats up. Do not put your hand inside theprint cartridge compartment.The ribbon protectorThe ribbon prot

107Printing operationsRemoving the print cartridgeSlide the removal switch to the end in the direction of the arrow, and remove the printcartridge.Not

108Using the printer – IntroductionInserting the print paperBe sure to use the specified print paper.(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VTR. Make s

109Printing operationsUsing the printer – IntroductionTo remove drawn in print paperSet the POWER switch to OFF (CHARGE), and set again to either MEMO

11Getting startedStep 1 Preparing the power supplyCharging the battery packUse the battery pack after charging it for your camcorder.Your camcorder o

110Using the printer – IntroductionChecking the power supplyBe sure to use a fully charged battery or the AC power adaptor.Printing is not possible if

111Printing operationsMaking prints – Standard print– DCR-TRV820 onlyYou can print images whenever you want to or print images recorded on “MemoryStic

112Making prints – Standard printTo cancel printingThe print paper is automatically ejected by setting the POWER switch to OFF(CHARGE) once and then t

113Printing operationsMaking prints – Standard printMaking prints from other equipmentBefore operationBe sure to use a fully charged battery when usin

114Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)NotePrints cannot be made when images from other equipment are being recorded on yourcamcorder. (Print

115Printing operationsMaking prints – Standard printPrinting images recorded on “Memory Stick”Before operation• Be sure to use a fully charged battery

116Notes•During printing, the print paper is inserted and ejected between the paper dispenserand the printer cover.Do not place any objects that may p

117Printing operationsPrinting images on which superimposed a still image by usingMEMORY MIX functionBefore operation• Be sure to use a fully charged

118Making prints of split screens– Split printing– DCR-TRV820 onlyYou can print images recorded on “Memory Stick” to print paper (Sticker type/9 split

119Printing operationsMaking prints of split screens – Split printingPrinting images recorded on “Memory Stick” in recording orderBefore operation•Be

12Step 1 Preparing the power supplyWhen the battery pack is charged fullyThe LCD backlight of the display window is turned off.Remaining battery time

120— Additional Information —Digital8 system, recording andplaybackWhat is the “Digital8 system”?This video system has been developed to enable di

121Additional InformationWhen you playback a dual sound track tapeWhen you use tapes recorded in the Digital8 systemWhen you play back a Digital8

122The DV jack on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant DV input/output jack. This sectiondescribes the i.LINK standard and its features.What is “i.LINK”?i

123Additional InformationAbout i.LINKi.LINK Functions on this unitFor details on how to dub when this unit is connected to other video equipment havin

124When replacing the lithium battery, keep the battery pack or other power sourceattached. Otherwise, you will need to reset the date, time and other

125Additional InformationChanging the lithium battery(1) Open the LCD panel and open the lid of the lithium battery compartment.(2) Push the lithium b

126If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table totroubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power

127Additional InformationSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The contrast between the subject and background is toohigh. This is not a malfunctio

128In the recording and playback modesSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The battery pack is not installed, or is dead or nearly dead.c Install

129Additional InformationWhen operating using the “Memory Stick”Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The POWER switch is set to CAMERA or OFF (CHA

13Getting startedPlaying timeDCR-TRV720Battery packPlaying time Playing timeon LCD screen with LCD closedNP-F330 (supplied) 70 (60) 100 (90)NP-F530 11

130TroubleshootingWhen operating using the printer– DCR-TRV820 onlySymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The print cartridge is not inserted.c Inse

131Additional InformationOthersSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• COMMANDER is set to OFF in the menu settings.c Set it to ON. (p. 64)• Somethin

132C:21:00Five-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Actions• You are using a battery pack that is not an“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.c Use an “InfoLITH

133Additional InformationC:21:00100–0021Warning indicators and messagesIf indicators and messages appear on the LCD screen, in the viewfinder, or in t

134Warning messages•CLOCK SET Reset the date and time. (p. 72)•FOR “InfoLITHIUM” Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. (p. 13)BATTERY ONLY•8mm TAPE t SP

135Additional InformationUsing your camcorder abroadYou can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC power adaptorsupplied with your camc

136Maintenance information andprecautionsMoisture condensationIf your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture maycon

137Additional InformationMaintenance informationCleaning the LCD screenIf fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, we recommend using a LCDClea

138Maintenance information and precautions– DCR-TRV820 onlyAbout the influence of dirt on the printerPrinted images may have red, blue, or white dots

139Additional InformationMaintenance information and precautions– DCR-TRV820 onlyAbout the influence of dirt on the platen rollerPrinted images may ha

14Connecting to a wall outletWhen you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from awall outlet using the AC power adaptor.

140PrecautionsCamcorder operation•Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC power adaptor).•For DC or AC operation, use the accessor

141Additional InformationMaintenance information and precautionsAC power adaptor•Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when you are not using the unit

142Input/outputconnectorsS video input/output4-pin mini DINLuminance signal: 1 Vp-p,75 ohms, unbalancedChrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p,75 ohms, unbalan

143Additional InformationAC power adaptorPower requirements100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 HzPower consumption23 WOutput voltageDC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.5 A in theopera

144— Quick Reference —Identifying the parts and controls1 LCD BRIGHT buttons (p. 17)2 OPEN button (p. 16)3 VOLUME buttons (p. 24)4 START/STOP button (

145Quick Reference9 Video control buttons (p. 24, 26)x STOP (stop)m REW (rewind)N PLAY (playback)M FF (fastforward)X PAUSE (pause)z REC (recording)The

146Identifying the parts and controlsAttaching the shoulder strapAttach the shoulder strap supplied with your camcorder to the hooks for the shoulders

147Quick ReferenceIdentifying the parts and controlseg Intelligent accessory shoeeh DATA CODE button (p. 25)ej DISPLAY button (p. 25)ek PB ZOOM button

148Fastening the grip strapFasten the grip strap firmly.Identifying the parts and controlsrk EJECT button (p. 15)rl Access lamp (p. 75)t; “Memory Stic

149Quick ReferenceIdentifying the parts and controlsy; Viewfinder (p. 16)ya MEMORY INDEX button (p. 94)ys Lithium battery compartment (p. 125)yd MEMOR

15Getting startedWe recommend using Hi8 /Digital8 video cassettes.(1) Prepare the power supply (p. 10).(2) Open the lid of the cassette compartment

150Remote CommanderThe buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on your camcorderfunction identically to the buttons on your camcord

151Quick ReferenceOperation indicatorsLCD screen and Viewfinder Display window1 Recording mode indicator (p. 19)/Mirror mode indicator (p. 17)2 Format

152Quick Function GuideFunctions to adjust exposure (in the recording mode)•In a dark place NIGHTSHOT (p. 20)•In insufficient light Low lux mode (p. 4

153Quick ReferenceIndexA, BAC power adaptor... 11Adjusting viewfinder ... 19AFM HiFi Sound... 121AUDIO MIX ..

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165341240minREC0:00:01SPVTROFFMEMORYCAMERA(CHARGE)VTROFFMEMORYCAMERA(CHARGE)— Recording – Basics —Recording a pictureYour camcorder automatically focu

17Recording – BasicsNote on LOCKWhen you slide LOCK to the left, the POWER switch can no longer be set to MEMORYaccidentally. The LOCK is released as

18After recording(1) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHARGE).(2) Close the LCD panel.(3) Eject the cassette.Using the zoom featureMove the power zoom lev

19Recording – BasicsTo record pictures with the viewfinder – adjusting theviewfinderIf you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the pictur

2Welcome !WARNINGTo prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer

20Recording a pictureNightShot LightemitterShooting backlit subjects – BACK LIGHTWhen you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or

21Recording – BasicsRecording a pictureUsing SUPER NIGHTSHOTThe Super NightShot mode makes subjects up to 16 times brighter than those recordedin the

22Self-timer recordingRecording with the self-timer starts in 10 seconds automatically. This mode is usefulwhen you want to record yourself. You can a

23Recording – BasicsYou can use these buttons to check the recorded picture or shoot so that the transitionbetween the last recorded scene and the nex

24— Playback – Basics —Playing back a tapeYou can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. If you close the LCD panel,you can monitor the playb

25Playback – BasicsUsing the data code functionYour camcorder automatically records not only images on the tape but also therecording data (date/time

26Various playback modesTo operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to VTR.To view a still picture (playback pause)Press X during playback

27Playback – BasicsViewing the recording on TVIf your TV is already connected to a VCRConnect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR by using

28Using the AV cordless IR receiverOnce you connect the AV cordless IR receiver (not supplied) to your TV or VCR, youcan easily view the picture on yo

29Advanced Recording OperationsNotes•During the tape photo recording, you cannot change the mode or setting.•The PHOTO button does not work:–while the

Getting started3Checking supplied accessoriesMake sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder.1 Wireless Remote Commander (1

30Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recordingSelf-timer tape photo recordingYou can record still images on tapes with the self-timer. Thi

31Advanced Recording OperationsPrinting the still imageYou can print a still image by using the video printer (not supplied). Connect the videoprinter

32You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE).Black bands appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder during r

33Advanced Recording OperationsYou can fade the picture in or out to give your recording a professional appearance.Using the fader functionMONOTONEWhe

34Using the fader function(1) When fading in [a]In the standby mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes.When fading out [b]In the r

35Advanced Recording OperationsNotes•The overlap, wipe and dot functions work only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system.•You cannot use the follo

36You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on theTV.NEG. ART [a] : The color and brightness of the image is r

37Advanced Recording OperationsUsing special effects – Digital effectYou can add special effects to recorded images using the various digital function

38(1) Press DIGITAL EFFECT in CAMERA mode. The digital effect indicatorappears.(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired digital effect mo

39Advanced Recording OperationsUsing special effects – Digital EffectNotes•The following functions do not work during digital effect:– Fader– Low lux

4Table of contentsChecking supplied accessories... 3Quick Start Guide ... 6Getting startedUsing this manual ...

40Using the PROGRAM AE functionYou can select PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to suit your specific shootingrequirements.Spotlight modeThis mode preve

41Advanced Recording Operations(1) Press PROGRAM AE in CAMERA or MEMORY mode. The PROGRAM AEindicator appears.(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to selec

42You can manually adjust and set the exposure.Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases:–The subject is backlit–Bright subject and dark bac

43Advanced Recording OperationsYou can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases:•The autofocus mode is not effective

44Superimposing a titleYou can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles (p. 46). You can also selectthe language, color, size and posit

45Advanced Recording OperationsTo superimpose the title while you are recordingPress TITLE while you are recording, and carry out steps 2 to 5. When y

46Making your own titlesYou can make up to two titles and store them in your camcorder. Each title can have upto 20 characters.(1) Press TITLE in the

47Advanced Recording OperationsTo change a title you have storedIn step 3, select CUSTOM1 or CUSTOM2, depending on which title you want to change,then

48You can insert a scene in the middle of a recorded tape by setting the start and endpoints. The previously recorded frames between these start and e

49Advanced Playback OperationsDuring playback, you can process a scene using the picture effect functions: NEG.ART,SEPIA, B&W and SOLARIZE.During

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50During playback, you can process a scene using the digital effect functions: STILL,FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL.(1) During playback, press DIGITAL EFFECT

51Advanced Playback OperationsYou can enlarge moving and still images recorded on tapes.Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can enlar

52Your camcorder goes forward or backward to automatically stop at a desired scenehaving a counter value of “0:00:00”.Use the Remote Commander for thi

53Advanced Playback OperationsYou can automatically search for the point where the recording date changes and startplayback from that point (Date sear

54Searching a recording by date – Date searchNotes•The date search works only for tapes recorded in the Digital8 system.•If one day’s recording is l

55Advanced Playback OperationsYou can search for the still image recorded on tape (photo search).You can also search for still images one after anothe

56Searching for a photo – Photo search/Photo scanScanning photo(1)Set the POWER switch to VTR.(2)Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly,

57EditingUsing the A/V connecting cableConnect your camcorder to the VCR using the A/V connecting cable supplied withyour camcorder.(1) Insert a blank

58Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (not supplied) to DV IN/OUT and to DV IN/OUT of th

59EditingYou can capture images and sound from an analog video unit connected to a PC whichhas the i. LINK (DV) jack to your camcorder.Analog video si

Quick Start Guide6Quick Start GuideThis chapter introduces you to the basic features of yourcamcorder. See the page in parentheses “( )” for moreinfor

60Using the A/V connecting cableYou can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has video/audio outputs. Use your camcorder as a

61EditingUsing the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (not supplied) to DV IN/OUT and to DV IN/OU

62Inserting a scene from a VCR– Insert EditingYou can insert a new scene from a VCR onto your originally recorded tape byspecifying the insert start a

63EditingTo change the insert end pointPress ZERO SET MEMORY again after step 5 to erase the ZERO SET MEMORYindicator and begin from step 3.Notes•The

64— Customizing Your Camcorder —Changing the menu settingsTo change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with the SEL/PUSH EX

65Customizing Your CamcorderMenu items are displayed as the following icons:MANUAL SETCAMERA SETVTR SETLCD/VF SETMEMORY SETPRINT SET (DCR-TRV820 only)

66Changing the menu settingsIcon/itemHiFi SOUNDTBC*TBC stands for “Time Base Corrector”.DNR*DNR stands for “Digital Noise Reduction”.AUDIO MIXPB MODEA

67Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the menu settingsIcon/itemLCD B. L.LCD COLORVF B. L.Modez BRT NORMALBRIGHT———z BRT NORMALBRIGHTMeaningTo set the

68Changing the menu settingsIcon/itemCONTINUOUSQUALITYFLD./FRAMEPRINT MARKPROTECTSLIDE SHOWDELETE ALLFORMATPHOTO SAVEModez OFFMULTI SCRNz FINESTANDARD

69Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the menu settingsIcon/item9PIC SAME*9PIC MULTI*REC MODEAUDIO MODEq REMAINDATA CODEMode——————z SPLPz 12BIT16BITz A

Quick Start Guide72Press m to rewind the tape.3Press N to start playback.Recording a picture (p. 16)Monitoring the playback picture on the LCDscreen (

70Changing the menu settingsIcon/itemCLOCK SETAUTO TV ONTV INPUTLTR SIZEDEMO MODEMode———z OFFONz VIDEO1VIDEO2VIDEO3OFFz NORMAL2×z ONOFFMeaningTo reset

71Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the menu settingsIcon/itemWORLD TIMEBEEPCOMMANDERDISPLAYREC LAMPINDICATORMode———z MELODYNORMALOFFz ONOFFz LCDV-OU

72Resetting the date and timeThe default clock setting is set to Tokyo time for the models sold in Japan, and to HongKong, New York or Panama time for

73“Memory Stick” operationsYou can record and play back still images on the “Memory Stick” supplied with yourcamcorder. You can easily play back, reco

74“Memory Stick”s formatted by a computer“Memory Stick”s formatted by Windows OS or Macintosh computers do not have aguaranteed compatibility with thi

75“Memory Stick” operationsInserting “Memory Stick”(1) Open the lid of the cassette compartment.(2) Insert the “Memory Stick” with the v mark facing t

76Using “Memory Stick”–introductionSelecting image quality modeYou can select image quality mode in still image recording. Default setting is FINE.(1)

77“Memory Stick” operationsUsing “Memory Stick”–introductionImage quality settingsSetting MeaningFINE (FINE) Use this mode when you want to record hig

78You can select the FIELD or FRAME mode in still image recording. Your camcordercompensates for camera-shake when recording moving subjects in the FI

79“Memory Stick” operationsRecording still images on “Memory Stick”– Memory Photo recordingWhen the POWER switch is set to MEMORYThe following functio

8The instructions in this manual are for the 2 models listed in the table below. Before youstart reading this manual and operating your camcorder, che

80Recording still images on “Memory Stick”– Memory Photo recording(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set to theright (unlo

81“Memory Stick” operationsRecording still images on “Memory Stick”– Memory Photo recordingContinuous shooting settingsSetting Meaning (indicator on t

82Recording still images on “Memory Stick”– Memory Photo recordingSelf-timer memory photo recordingYou can record still images on “Memory Stick”s with

83“Memory Stick” operationsSuperimposing a still image in the“Memory Stick” on a moving image– MEMORY MIXYou can superimpose a still image you have re

8412456M. CHROMM. LUMIM. LUMIM. LUMIVTROFFMEMORYCAMERA(CHARGE)3MEMORY MIX100–0021100–0021100–0021100–0021Superimposing a still image in the “Memory St

85“Memory Stick” operationsSuperimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on a movingimage – MEMORY MIXTo change the still image to superimposeDo e

86Recording an image from a tape as a stillimageYour camcorder can read moving image data recorded on a tape in the Digital8 system, and record it as

87“Memory Stick” operationsS VIDEOVIDEOOUTTVVCRS VIDEOAUDIO / VIDEORecording an image from a tape as a still imageRecording a still image from other e

88Copying still images from a tape– Photo saveUsing the search function, you can automatically take in only still images from tapesrecorded in the Dig

89“Memory Stick” operationsTo stop copyingPress MENU to stop copying.When the memory of the “Memory Stick” is fullMEMORY FULL appears on the LCD scree

Getting started9[a] [b] [c]Precautions on camcorder care•The LCD screen and the viewfinder are manufactured using high-precisiontechnology. However, t

90Viewing a still image– Memory Photo playbackYou can play back still images recorded on a “Memory Stick”. You can also play back 6images at a time by

91“Memory Stick” operationsViewing a still image – Memory Photo playbackScreen indicators during still image playbackPlaying back 6 recorded images at

92Viewing a still image – Memory Photo playbackNoteWhen displaying the index screen, the number appears above each image. Thisindicates the order in w

93“Memory Stick” operationsCopying the image recorded on “MemoryStick” to tapesYou can copy still images or titles recorded on “Memory Stick”s and rec

94During copyingYou cannot operate the following buttons:MEMORY PLAY, MEMORY INDEX, MEMORY DELETE, MEMORY MIX, MEMORY +,and MEMORY –.Note on the index

95“Memory Stick” operationsYou can enlarge still images recorded on a “Memory Stick”.Before operationInsert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.(1) S

96You can automatically play back images in sequence. This function is useful especiallywhen checking recorded images or during a presentation.Before

97“Memory Stick” operationsTo view the recorded images on TVConnect your camcorder to a TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with yourcamcorder b

98Preventing accidental erasure– Image protectionTo prevent accidental erasure of important images, you can protect selected images.Before operationIn

99“Memory Stick” operationsYou can delete images stored in a “Memory Stick”.Before operationInsert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.Deleting selec