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3-059-561-11 (2)
Digital
Video Camera
Recorder
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
Owner’s 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 Model No. AC-
Serial No. Serial No.
DCR-TRV520
DCR-TRV520/TRV525
©2000 Sony Corporation
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Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder. With your Digital Handycam, you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Digital 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. For customers in the U.S.A. WARNING If you have any questions about this product, you To prevent fire or shock hazard, do may call
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Note: 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 interfere
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Table of contents Checking supplied accessories ....................... 5 Customizing Your Camcorder Quick Start Guide ........................ 6 Changing the menu settings ......................... 64 Resetting the date and time .......................... 71 Getting started Using this manual ............................................ 8 “Memory Stick” operations Step 1 Preparing the power supply ............ 10 Using “Memory Stick”–introduction .......... 72 Installing the battery pack ......
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— Getting started — Using this manual The instructions in this manual are for the two models listed in the table below. Before you start reading this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder. The DCR-TRV520 is the model used for illustration purposes. Otherwise, the model name is indicated in the illustrations. Any differences in operation are clearly indicated in the text, for example, “DCR-TRV520 only.” As you read through this manu
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Getting started Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care •The LCD screen and the viewfinder are manufactured using high-precision technology. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, green or white) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder. These points occur normally in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recorded picture in any way. Effective ratio of pixels and/or screen are 99.99% or more. •Do not let your camcorde
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Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Install the battery pack to use your camcorder outdoors. Slide the battery pack down until it clicks. To remove the battery pack Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing BATT RELEASE down. BATT RELEASE After installing the battery pack Do not carry your camcorder by holding the battery pack. If you do so, the battery pack may slide off your camcorder unintentionally, damaging your camcorder. 10
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Step 1 Preparing the power supply 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. – The AC power adaptor is disconnected. – Something is wrong with the battery pack. Charging time Battery pack Full charge (Normal charge) NP-F330 (supplied) 150 (90) NP-F530/F550 21
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Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Playing time DCR-TRV520 Playing time Playing time Battery pack on LCD screen with LCD closed NP-F330 (supplied) 70 (65) 95 (85) NP-F530 115 (105) 155 (140) NP-F550 145 (130) 190 (170) NP-F730 260 (235) 315 (285) NP-F730H/F750 295 (265) 385 (345) NP-F930 405 (370) 495 (450) NP-F950 465 (420) 590 (530) NP-F960 550 (495) 700 (630) DCR-TRV525 Playing time Playing time Battery pack on LCD screen with LCD closed NP-F330 (supplied) 70 (65) 100 (90) NP-
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Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from a wall outlet using the AC power adaptor. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover, and connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder 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. 2, 3 1 PRECAUTION The set is not disconnected from the AC power source (house curre
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VTR MEMORY OFF CAMERA VTR MEMORY ( ) CHARGE OFF CAMERA (CHARGE) — Recording – Basics — Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for you. (1) Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on its sides and attach the lens cap to the grip strap. (2) Install the power source and insert a cassette. See “Step 1” and “Step 2” for more information (p. 10 to 15). (3) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. Your camcorder is set to the standby mode. (4) Open the
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Recording – Basics Recording a picture Note on LOCK When you slide LOCK to the left, the POWER switch can no longer be set to MEMORY accidentally. The LOCK is released as a default setting. To enable smooth transition You can make the transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene smooth as long as you do not eject the cassette if you turn off your camcorder. When you change the battery pack, set the POWER switch to OFF (CHARGE). If you leave your camcorder in the standby mode
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Recording a picture After recording (1) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHARGE). (2) Close the LCD panel. (3) Eject the cassette. 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. “T” side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) “W” side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away) WT W T W T Zoom greater than 25× is performed digitally. To activate digital zoom, s
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Recording a picture Shooting backlit subjects – BACK LIGHT When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the backlight function. Press BACK LIGHT in CAMERA or MEMORY mode. The . indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. To cancel, press BACK LIGHT again. BACK LIGHT If you press EXPOSURE when shooting backlit subjects The backlight function will be canceled. Shooting in the dark – NightShot/Super NightShot The NightShot
