Sony CCD-TRV338 manual Features, TRV280

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Using with your computer

Features

( TRV280)

When you install the Picture Package software on a Windows computer from the supplied CD- ROM, you can enjoy the following operations by connecting your camcorder to your computer.

Software and features available for Macintosh computers differ from those available for Windows computers. For details, refer to chapter 6 of “First Step Guide” on CD-ROM. For “First Step Guide,” see the next section.

zTip

•There are 2 ways to connect your camcorder to a computer.

–USB cable

This method is good for copying video and sound recorded on a tape to the computer.

–i.LINK cable

This method is good for copying video and sound recorded on a tape. Image data is transferred in more clarity than with a USB cable.

For details on connection, see “First Step Guide.”

Viewing video and pictures on a computer

You can view the pictures copied from your camcorder by selecting from thumbnails. Still images and movies are saved in folders by date.

Music Video/Slideshow Producer

You can select your favorite movies and still images from pictures saved on your computer and easily create a short original video or slide show with added music and visual styles.

Automatic Music Video Producer

You can easily create a short original video with added music and visual styles using pictures recorded on a tape.

Copying tape to Video CD

You can import the entire contents of a tape to create a video CD.

Save the images on CD-R

You can save pictures copied onto a computer to a CD-R.

Burning Video CD

You can compose a video CD with a menu of videos and slide shows. ImageMixer VCD2 is compatible with high resolution still pictures.

USB Streaming Tool

You can view the picture your camcorder is playing back on tape or is currently seeing on a computer.

Video Capturing Tool

You can import the entire contents of a tape to a computer.

The CD-ROM includes the following software.

•USB Driver

•Picture Package Ver.1.5

•ImageMixer VCD2

•“First Step Guide”

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Contents Camera Operations Guide Read this first Owner’s RecordDeclaration of Conformity Page Illustrations used on this manual are based on Table of Contents DCR-TRV280 Playback Advanced operations Attach the charged battery pack to the camcorder To charge the battery, seeRecording movies Insert a cassette into the camcorderLens cap is not attached when you purchase your camcorder p View the recorded picture on the LCD screenQuick Start Guide Press Easy when recording/ playing back Recording/Playing back with easeAC Adaptor Power cord Lens cap Connecting cableRechargeable battery pack NP-FM30 Shoulder strapCharging the battery pack InfoLITHIUM battery pack M seriesSlide the Power switch up to CHG InfoGetting started Charging timeRecording time when recording with the LCD screen on Recording time when recording with the viewfinderTurning the power on Using an outside power sourceTo turn off the power Slide the Power switch up to CHG OFFAdjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder Adjusting the LCD panelAdjusting the viewfinder To adjust the brightness of the LCD screenSetting the date and time Proceed to when you set the clock for the first timePress Menu Turn on your camcorder p Press Open and open the LCD panelTo check the preset date and time Cassette compartment automatically comes out and opens upSetting the screen language To eject the cassetteInsert a cassette with its window-side facing up PressTip To turn the power off Your camcorder is set to the standby modePress REC START/STOP Indicators displayed during recording Indicators will not be recorded on the tape For TRV138/338To set the counter to 00000, press Counter Reset p This appears while recording Hi8 format tapesUsing zoom Using the built-in lightRecording for a longer time To record for a longer timeRecording in mirror mode To turn off the built-in lightRecording still images Superimposing the date and time On pictures TRV138/338Recording with ease Easy HandycamAdjusting the exposure Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjectsTo cancel Easy Handycam operation Press Back Light in Camera modeAdjusting the exposure manually To return the setting to automatic exposureRecording in dark places NightShot plusAdjusting the focus manually Press Focus in Camera modeTurn the SEL/PUSH Exec dial to sharpen focus AppearsTo adjust the focus automatically Tips for focusing manuallyFading in and out of a scene FaderTo cancel the operation This feature is for TRV138/338 only, press Fader repeatedly until the indicator disappears Superimposing a titleTo superimpose the title while you are recording Change COLOR, SIZE, or Position as necessarySearching for the last scene of the most recent recording Press END Search againViewing pictures recorded on a tape Playing back in various modes PlaybackThis appears while playing back Hi8 format tapes To fast forward or rewind during playback Picture searchPlaying back with ease Play back a tapeDisplaying the screen indicators Indicators appear/disappear as you press the buttonVarious playback functions Press DISPLAY/BATT InfoTo hide the date/time or the camera settings data Camera settings data displayFollow steps 2 to 4, and select OFF in step Playing the picture on a TV For TRV138/338For TRV280 When your TV is connected to a VCR When your TV is stereoChanging the menu settings Turn on the power p Press MenuCustomizing Your Camcorder Press Menu to hide the menu screenProgram AE Program AE/P EFFECT, etcAuto SunsetmoonEffect Auto Shtr TipGON OFFZoom WIDE/STEADYSHOT, etc169 Full mode WideCinema Tips Steadyshot LightHiFi Sound EditMenu HiFi SOUND/EDIT, etc GstereoTBC DNRAudio MIX Using the LCD LCD BrightLCD B.L LCD ColorUsing the Tape REC ModeAudio Mode ORC to SETRemain Frame RECGauto INT.REC FlashesUsing the Setup Clock SETAuto Date USB StreamDemo Mode LanguageData Code World TimeBeep Shut OFFDisplay REC LampVideo Edit GlcdConnecting to a VCR Dubbing/EditingConnecting with an i.LINK cable To use an i.LINK cable for connectionDubbing to another tape Prepare your camcorder for playbackEasy Dubbing TRV138/338 Press Easy DUBIR Setup code list Manufacturing IR Setup code Company11Set the VCR to recording pause Selecting the title Title flashesSelecting the dubbing mode When you select NormalWhen you select Preview Performing Easy DubbingTo stop dubbing during editing To quit Easy DubbingConnect your VCR to your camcorder p Dubbing selected scenes from a tape Digital program editing TRV280Connect your VCR to the camcorder as a recording device p Prepare your VCRTo set the IR Setup code When connecting with an i.LINK cableWhen connecting with an A/V connecting cable Rewind the tape on your VCR, then play back in slow mode 11Turn the SEL/PUSH Exec dial to Select RETURN, then pressPrepare a cassette Calculated start position for recording is setMark OUT Undo Erase ALL To save a program without using it to record When you select UndoWhen you select Erase ALL To end Digital program editingFeatures TRV280About First Step Guide About the help function of the softwareSystem requirements Installing the software and First Step Guide on a computer Installing on a Windows computerClick Install For Windows 2000/Windows XPPlace the CD-ROM in the disc drive of your computer Click NextClick Install on the Ready to Install the Program screen Installation of Picture Package startsInstalling on a Macintosh computer If you have any questions about Picture Package15Remove the CD-ROM from the disc drive of your computer Contact information is listed onUsing First Step Guide Viewing First Step GuideFor inquires about this software Creating a DVD Direct Access to Click to DVD YourSwitch repeatedly to select the PLAY/ Edit mode Click to DVD Automatic Mode Launcher starts upQuit all applications running with an i.LINK Press Burn DVD/VCD to finish creating a DVD Writing The picture is being written onto the DVDDisc tray comes out automatically Press Burn DVD/VCDTroubleshooting Batteries/Power sourcesSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions Overall operationsTroubleshooting SymptomCassette tapes LCD screen/viewfinderRecording Playback Dubbing/Editing Connecting to a computer Symptom SymptomCause and/or Corrective Actions For WindowsFor copying and viewing pictures recorded on a Tape Symptom Troubleshooting Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators Indication Cause and/or Corrective ActionsSubjects Indications Corrective Actions/ReferencesUsing your camcorder abroad Power supplySimple setting of clock by time difference On TV color systemsUsable cassette tapes About the InfoLITHIUM battery pack About battery life What is i.LINK?About i.LINK About i.LINK Baud rateMaintenance and precautions To use i.LINK functions on this unitAbout the required i.LINK cable On use and careWhen not using your camcorder for a long time How to prevent moisture condensationMoisture condensation Video headLCD screen On handling the casingAbout care and storage of the lens Specification Input/Output connectorsVideo camera recorder SystemRechargeable battery pack NP-FM30 GeneralAC Adaptor AC-L15A/L15B Types of differences ModelIdentifying parts and controls CamcorderTo attach the lens cap Quick Reference 105Burn DVD/VCD REC recTo attach the shoulder strap ReferenceIndicators for the LCD screen and viewfinder Indicators MeaningsStby REC Index NumericsRecording mode SP Standard Play See Recording modePicture effect Recording capacity