3-087-923-12(1) Camera Operations Guide [GB] Camera Operations Guide Read this first Digital Video Camera Recorder DCR-TRV460E/TRV461E TM SERIES © 2004 Sony Corporation Read this first Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. FOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE ATTENTION The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this camcorder. This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet). b Notice If static electricity or electromagnetic interference causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the USB cable again. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Notes on use FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM NOTICE ON THE SUPPLIED AC ADAPTOR A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362 (i.e., marked with or mark) must be used. If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station. Note on a cassette tape You can record on standard 8 mm and Hi8 , Digital8 video cassettes in Digital8 system only on your camcorder. See page 114 for details. Notes on recording · Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the picture and sound are recorded without any problems. · Compensation for the contents of recordings cannot be provided, even if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc. · TV color systems differ depending on the country/ regions. To view your recordings on a TV, you need a PAL system-based TV. · Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the copyright laws. Notes on the LCD panel, viewfinder, and lens · The LCD screen and the viewfinder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/ or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in color) that appear constantly on the LCD screen and the viewfinder. These points are normal results of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. · Exposing the LCD screen, the viewfinder, or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods of time may cause malfunctions. Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. 2 · Do not aim at the sun. Doing so might cause your camcorder to malfunction. Take pictures of the sun only in low light conditions, such as at dusk. Note on connecting other device Before connecting your camcorder to other device such as a VCR or a computer with a USB or i.LINK cable, be sure to insert the connector plug in the proper direction. If you insert the connector plug forcibly in the wrong direction, the terminal may be damaged, or this may cause a malfunction of your camcorder. Touch the button on the LCD screen. Notes on using this manual · The images of the LCD screen and the viewfinder used on this manual are captured using a digital still camera, and thus may appear different from what you see. · Instructions with no specific model names are for all models. Instructions with specific model names are for the indicated models only. Before you start reading this manual, check the model name of your camcorder. · You can change the language to be used for screen display on your camcorder (p. 22) · Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts. Viewfinder LCD panel Notes on using the camcorder · Hold your camcorder correctly. Battery pack · To ensure a good grip, fasten the grip belt as shown in the following illustration. · When you are using the touch panel, place your hand on the back side of the LCD panel to support it. Then, touch the buttons displayed on the screen. 3 Table of Contents Quick Start Guide : Features available for tape only. : Features available for "Memory Stick" only. Read this first ............................................................................................. 2 Recording movies ...................................................................................... 8 Recording still images .............................................................................. 10 Recording/Playing back with ease ........................................................... 12 Getting started Step 1: Checking supplied items.............................................................. 13 Step 2: Charging the battery pack............................................................ 14 Using an outside power source ................................................................................. 17 Step 3: Turning the power on................................................................... 17 Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder...................................... 18 Adjusting the LCD panel ............................................................................................ 18 Adjusting the viewfinder ............................................................................................. 18 Step 5: Setting the date and time............................................................. 19 Step 6: Inserting the recording media ...................................................... 20 Inserting a cassette tape ........................................................................................... 20 Inserting a "Memory Stick" ......................................................................................... 21 Step 7: Setting the screen language ........................................................ 22 Recording Recording movies .................................................................................... 24 Recording for a longer time ....................................................................................... 26 Using zoom ................................................................................................................ 26 Using the built-in light ................................................................................................ 27 Recording in mirror mode .......................................................................................... 28 Using the self-timer .................................................................................................... 28 Recording still images ­ Memory photo recording............................. 29 Selecting image quality .............................................................................................. 31 Using the self-timer .................................................................................................... 31 Recording a still image on a "Memory Stick" while recording movies on a tape ....... 32 Recording with ease ­ Easy Handycam .................................................. 33 Recording a movie ............................................................................................... 33 Recording a still image ......................................................................................... 34 Making full use of Easy Handycam operation ........................................................... 34 4 Adjusting the exposure............................................................................. 35 Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects ............................................................... 35 Fixing the exposure for the selected subject ­ Flexible spot meter .......................... 35 Adjusting the exposure manually .............................................................................. 36 Recording in dark places ­ NightShot plus, etc. ...................................... 37 Adjusting the focus................................................................................... 38 Adjusting the focus for an off-center subject ­ SPOT FOCUS .................................. 38 Adjusting the focus manually .................................................................................... 39 Recording a picture using various effects ................................................ 40 Fading in and out of a scene ­ FADER .............................................................. 40 Using special effects ­ Digital effect .................................................................. 41 Overlaying still images on movies on a tape ­ MEMORY MIX ................................. 43 Searching for the starting point .......................................................... 44 Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording ­ END SEARCH ............ 44 Searching manually ­ EDIT SEARCH ...................................................................... 45 Reviewing the most recently recorded scenes ­ Rec review .................................... 45 Playback Viewing movies recorded on a tape ................................................... 46 Playing back in various modes ................................................................................. 47 Viewing recordings with added effects ­ Digital effect .............................................. 48 Viewing recordings on a "Memory Stick" ........................................... 49 Playing back in various modes from a "Memory Stick" ............................................. 50 Playing back with ease ­ Easy Handycam .............................................. 51 Making full use of Easy Handycam operation ........................................................... 52 Various playback functions ...................................................................... 53 Magnifying pictures ­ Tape playback zoom/Memory playback zoom ....................... 53 Displaying the screen indicators ............................................................................... 54 Displaying the date/time and camera settings data ­ Data code .............................. 54 Playing the picture on a TV ...................................................................... 56 Locating a scene on a tape for playback ........................................... 57 Searching quickly for a desired scene ­ Zero set memory ....................................... 57 Searching for a scene by date of recording ­ Date search ....................................... 57 ,continued 5 Advanced operations Using the Menu Selecting menu items ........................ 59 Using the (CAMERA SET) menu ­ PROGRAM AE/16:9 WIDE, etc ................................................ 61 Using the (MEMORY SET) menu ­ QUALITY/IMAGE SIZE/ALL ERASE/NEW FOLDER, etc ......... 65 Using the (PICT. APPLI.) menu ­ PICT. EFFECT/SLIDE SHOW/ FRAME REC/INTERVAL REC, etc ................................................ 68 Using the (EDIT/PLAY) menu ­ END SEARCH/TITLE, etc ......... 73 Using the (STANDARD SET) menu ­ REC MODE/MULTI-SOUND/ AUDIO MIX/USB-CAMERA, etc ................................................ 76 Using the (TIME/LANGU.) menu ­ CLOCK SET/WORLD TIME, etc ................................................ 82 Customizing Personal Menu .............. 83 Dubbing/Editing Connecting to a VCR or TV ...............86 Dubbing to another tape ...............87 Recording pictures from a VCR or TV 88 Dubbing pictures from a tape to a "Memory Stick" .............................89 Dubbing still images from a "Memory Stick" to a tape .............................90 Dubbing selected scenes from a tape ­ Digital program editing ..............91 Deleting recorded pictures ............98 Marking recorded images with specific information ­ Image protection/ Print mark .....................................99 Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer) ..................101 6 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ...............................103 Warning indicators and messages....110 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad ..........114 Usable cassette tapes .....................114 About the "Memory Stick" ................115 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack ................................117 About i.LINK .....................................119 Maintenance and precautions ..........120 Specification ....................................123 Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls ...........125 Index .............. ...