Sony Digital Video Camera Recorder TRV940, TRV950 Operating Instructions

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Editing
Erasing a title
(1)Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.
(2)Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TITLEERASE in
, then press the dial (p. 213).
(3)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the title you want to erase, then press
the dial. ERASE OK ? indicator appears.
(4)Make sure that the title is the one you want to erase, and turn the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial to select OK, then press the dial. OK changes to EXECUTE.
(5)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.
The ERASING flashes on the screen. When the title is erased, the COMPLETE
is displayed.
To cancel erasing a titleSelect RETURN in step 4 or 5.
Superimposing a title
MENU
2
34
CM  SET
  TITLE
  TITLEERASE
  TITLE  DSPL
  CM  SEARCH
  TAPE  TITLE
  ERASE  ALL
    RETURN
[
MENU]
 :
 ENDTITLE  ERASE
1     HELLO!
2     CONGRATULATIONS!
3     HAPPY  NEW  YEAR!
4     PRESENT
5     GOOD  MORNING
6     WEDDING
[
MENU]
 :
 END
TITLE  ERASE
1     HELLO!
2     CONGRATULATIONS!
3     HAPPY  NEW  YEAR!
4     PRESENT
5     GOOD  MORNING
6     WEDDING
[
MENU]
 :
 ENDTITLE  ERASE
4   PRESENT
  ERASE  OK? RETURN
EXECUTE
[
MENU]
 :
 END 
						

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You can make up to two titles and store them in the memory of your camcorder. Each
title can have up to 20 characters.
(1)Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.
(2)Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TITLE in 
, then
press the dial (p. 213).
(3)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select 
 , then press the dial.
(4)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET,
then press the dial.
(5)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the column of the desired character,
then press the dial.
(6)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired character, then press the
dial.
(7)Repeat steps 5 and 6 until you have selected all characters and completed the
title.
(8)To finish making your own titles, turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
[SET], then press the dial.
Making your own titles
3
4
5
7
12
34
TITLE  SET
  CUSTOM1 SET
  CUSTOM2 SET
[
MENU] :
 ENDTITLE  SET
  CUSTOM1 SET
  CUSTOM2 SET
    RETURN
[
MENU] :
 END
TITLE  SET––––––––––––––––––––
[
MENU] :
 END
TITLE  SET––––––––––––––––––––
[
MENU] :
 END
[
MENU] :
 END
TITLE  SETS–––––––––––––––––––
[
MENU] :
 END
TITLE  SET
  CUSTOM1 SET
  CUSTOM2 SET
    RETURN
[
MENU] :
 END
[
MENU] :
 END
TITLE  SET––––––––––––––––––––
TITLE  SET––––––––––––––––––––
MENU 
						

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Editing
To change a title you have storedIn step 4, select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET, depending on which title you want
to change, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
select [C], then press the dial to delete the title. The last character is erased. Enter the
new title as desired.
If you take five minutes or longer to enter characters in the standby while a
cassette is set in your camcorder
The power automatically goes off. The characters you have entered remain stored in
memory. Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) once and then to CAMERA again, then
proceed from step 1.
We recommend setting the POWER switch to VCR or removing the cassette so that
your camcorder does not automatically turn off while you are entering title characters.
To delete the title
Select [C]. The last character is erased.
To enter a space
Select [ Z&   ? ! ], then select the blank part.
Making your own titles 
						

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If you use a cassette with cassette memory, you can label a cassette. Labels can
consist of up to 10 characters and is stored in cassette memory. When you insert
the labeled cassette and when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or VCR, the
label is displayed for about five seconds.
(1)Insert the cassette you want to label.
(2)Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.
(3)Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TAPE TITLE in 
,
then press the dial (p. 213). Tape title display appears.
(4)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the column of the desired character,
then press the dial.
(5)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired character, then press the
dial.
(6)Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you finish the label.
(7)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [SET], then press the dial.
The label is stored in the memory.
Labeling a cassette
34~6
[
MENU] :
 END
TAPE  TITLE––––––––––
[
MENU] :
 END
TAPE  TITLE––––––––––
[
MENU] :
 END
TAPE  TITLE––––––––––
[
MENU] :
 END
TAPE  TITLEM–––––––––
[
MENU] :
 END CM  SET
  TITLE
  TITLEERASE
  TITLE  DSPL
  CM  SEARCH
  TAPE  TITLE
  ERASE  ALL
    RETURNREADY
––––––––––
[
MENU] :
 END CM  SET
  TITLE
  TITLEERASE
  TITLE  DSPL
  CM  SEARCH
  TAPE  TITLE
  ERASE  ALL
    RETURN
[
MENU] :
 END
TAPE  TITLE––––––––––
MENU 
						

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Editing
To erase the label you have madeIn step 4 turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [C], then press the dial. The last
character is erased.
To change the label you have madeInsert the cassette to change the label, and operate in the same way to make a new label.
If you set the write-protect tab of the cassette to lock
You cannot label the tape. Slide the write-protect tab to release the write protection.
If the tape has too many index signals
You may not be able to label a cassette because the cassette memory becomes full. In
this case, delete data you do not need.
If you have superimposed titles in the cassette
When the label is displayed, up to four titles also appear.
When the “-----” indicator has fewer than 10 spaces
The cassette memory is full.
The “-----” indicates the number of characters you can select for the label.
To delete the title
Select [P]. The last character is erased.
To enter a space
Select [ Z&   ? ! ], then select the blank part.
Erasing all the data in cassette memory
You can erase all the data in cassette memory at once.
(1)Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.
(2)Press MENU, then turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ERASE ALL in 
,
then press the dial (p. 213).
(3)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select OK, then press the dial. OK changes
to EXECUTE.
(4)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.
ERASING flashes on the screen. When all the data is erased, COMPLETE is
displayed.
To cancel deletingSelect RETURN with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial in step 3 or 4.
Labeling a cassette
[
MENU] :
 END CM  SET
  TITLE
  TITLEERASE
  TITLE  DSPL
  CM  SEARCH
  TAPE  TITLE
  ERASE  ALL
    RETURNRETURN
OK[
MENU] :
 END CM  SET
  TITLE
  TITLEERASE
  TITLE  DSPL
  CM  SEARCH
  TAPE  TITLE
  ERASE  ALL
    RETURNRETURN
EXECUTE 
						

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You can record and play back images on the “Memory Stick” supplied with your
camcorder. You can easily play back, record or delete images. You can exchange image
data with other equipment such as your computer etc., using the USB cable for the
“Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder.
On file format
Still image (JPEG)
Your camcorder compresses image data in JPEG format (extension .jpg).
Moving picture (MPEG)
Your camcorder compresses picture data in MPEG format (extension .mpg).
Typical image data file name
Still image
100-0001: This file name appears on the screen of your camcorder.
Dsc00001.jpg: This file name appears on the display of your computer.
Moving picture
MOV00001: This file name appears on the screen of your camcorder.
Mov00001.mpg: This file name appears on the display of your computer.
Using a “Memory Stick”
•You cannot record or erase images when the write-protect switch on the “Memory
Stick” is set to LOCK.
•The position and shape of the write-protect switch may be different depending on the
model.
•We recommend backing up important data on the hard disk of your computer.
•Image data may be damaged in the following cases:
–If you eject the “Memory Stick” or turn the power off during reading or writing.
–If you use a “Memory Stick” near static electricity or magnetic fields.
•Prevent metallic objects or your finger from coming into contact with the metal parts
of the terminal.
•Stick the label at the labeling position.
•Do not bend, drop or apply strong shock to a “Memory Stick.”
•Do not disassemble or modify a “Memory Stick.”
•Do not let a “Memory Stick” get wet.
•Do not use or keep a “Memory Stick” in locations that are:
–Extremely hot such as in a car parked in the sun or under the scorching sun.
–Under direct sunlight
–Very humid or subject to corrosive gases
•When you carry or store a “Memory Stick,” put it in its case. — “Memory Stick” Operations —
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction
Write-protect switchLabeling position
Terminal 
						

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“Memory Stick” Operations
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction
“Memory Stick” formatted on computerThe “Memory Stick” formatted on Windows OS or Macintosh computers is not
guaranteed compatible with your camcorder.
Notes on image data compatibility•Image data files recorded on the “Memory Stick” by your camcorder conform with the
Design Rules for Camera File Systems universal standard established by the JEITA
(Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). You cannot
play back on your camcorder still images recorded on other equipment (DCR-
TRV890E/TRV900/TRV900E or DSC-D700/D770) that does not conform with this
universal standard. (These models are not sold in some areas.)
•If you cannot use the “Memory Stick” that is used with other equipment, format it
with this camcorder (p. 212). However, formatting erases all information on the
“Memory Stick.”
•“Memory Stick” and  are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
•All other product names mentioned here may be the trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective companies.
“TM” and “
®” are not mentioned in each case in this manual. 
						

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Inserting a “Memory Stick”
(1)Slide the MEMORY OPEN in the direction of the arrow to open the “Memory
Stick” slot.
(2)Insert a “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick” slot as far as it can go with the
B mark facing up as illustrated. Close the “Memory Stick” slot.
Ejecting a “Memory Stick”
Press MEMORY EJECT once lightly to eject it.
While the access lamp is lit or flashing
Do not shake or knock your camcorder because your camcorder is reading the data
from the “Memory Stick” or recording the data on the “Memory Stick.” Do not turn the
power off, eject the “Memory Stick.” Otherwise, image data may become damaged.
If “
 MEMORYSTICK ERROR” is displayed
Reinsert the “Memory Stick” a few times. The “Memory Stick” may be damaged if the
indicator is still displayed. If this occurs, use another “Memory Stick.”
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction
12
“Memory Stick” slotB mark
Access lamp
MEMORY OPEN
MEMORY EJECT 
						

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“Memory Stick” Operations
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction
Using a touch panel
Most operation buttons for use of a “Memory Stick” are displayed on the LCD screen.
Touch the LCD screen directly with your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-TRV950
only) to operate each function.
(1)Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-TRV950 only). Make
sure that the LOCK switch is set to the further side (unlock position).
(2)Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. Operation buttons appear on the LCD
screen. You can switch the memory playback/memory camera by pressing
PLAY/CAM.
(3)Press FN. Operation buttons appear on the LCD screen.
(4)Press PAGE2 to go to PAGE2. Operation buttons appear on the LCD screen.
(5)Press PAGE3 to go to PAGE3. Operation buttons appear on the LCD screen.
(6)Press a desired operation item.
Refer to relevant pages for each function.
FN
13~6
2
FN INDEX PLAYFN INDEX CAM
SPOT
FOCUSPLAYINDEX SPOT
METER
SELF
TIMER
MEM
MIX
9PIC
PRINT
LCD
BRTPLAYINDEX
PLAYINDEX
+ –
PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3
PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3
SLIDE
SHOW
PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3EXIT
EXIT
EXIT
LOCK
POWER
OFF(CHG)
CAMERA
MEMORY/
NETWORK
VCR
In the memory camera
In the memory
cameraIn the memory
playback (still
image) 
						

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Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction
To return to FNPress EXIT.
To execute settingsPress  OK.
To cancel settingsPress  OFF to return to PAGE1/PAGE2/PAGE3.
Notes
•When using the touch panel, press operation buttons with your thumb supporting the
LCD screen from the back side of it or press those buttons lightly with your index
finger.
•Do not press the LCD screen with sharp-pointed objects other than the supplied
stylus. (DCR-TRV950 only)
•Do not press the LCD screen too hard.
•Do not touch the LCD screen with wet hands.
•If FN is not on the LCD screen, touch the LCD screen lightly to make it appear. You
can control the display with DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL on your camcorder.
•When operation buttons do not work even if you press them, an adjustment is
required (CALIBRATION) (p. 238).
•When the LCD screen gets dirty, clean it with the supplied cleaning cloth.
When executing each item
The green bar appears above the item.
If the items are not available
The color of the items changes to gray.
Press FN to display the following buttons:
In the memory camera
PAGE1 SELFTIMER, SPOT FOCUS, PLAY, INDEX, SPOT METER
PAGE2 LCD BRT, PLAY, INDEX, MEM MIX
PAGE3 SLIDE SHOW, PLAY, INDEX, 9PIC PRINT
In the memory playback
PAGE1 PB ZOOM, CAM, INDEX, DELETE, +, –
PAGE2 LCD BRT, CAM, INDEX, +, –
PAGE3 SLIDE SHOW, CAM, INDEX, 9PIC PRINT, +, –