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Sony DCR-TRV130 User Manual

Sony DCR-TRV130
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©2001 Sony Corporation
Model No. DCR-TRV130 Model No. AC-
Serial No. Serial No.
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.
3-065-651-11 (1)
DCR-TRV130
Digital
Video Camera
Recorder

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Sony DCR-TRV130 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSony
ModelDCR-TRV130
CategoryCamcorder
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Operating Instructions

Main Features

Functions to adjust exposure

Adjusts exposure settings for various lighting conditions and shooting scenarios.

Functions to give images more impact

Adds visual flair to recordings with transitions, effects, and titles.

Functions to give a natural appearance

Enhances recording naturalness with manual focus and specific shooting modes.

Functions to use after recording

Allows digital processing, data display, and scene searching of recorded content.

Quick Start Guide

Connecting the power cord

Step-by-step guide to connect the camcorder to a power source.

Inserting a cassette

Instructions on how to properly insert a video cassette into the camcorder.

Recording – Basics

Recording a picture

Step-by-step instructions for capturing video footage with the camcorder.

Playback – Basics

Playing back a tape

Guide on how to play recorded video tapes on the camcorder.

Advanced Recording Operations

Recording a still image on a tape

Instructions for capturing still images onto a video tape.

Using the wide mode

Using the fader function

Using special effects – Picture effect

Using special effects – Digital effect

Using the PROGRAM AE function

Adjusting the exposure manually

Focusing manually

Superimposing a title

Making your own titles

Using the built-in light

Advanced Playback Operations

Playing back a tape with picture effects

Applying picture effects like SEPIA or B&W during tape playback.

Playing back a tape with digital effects

Enlarging images recorded on tapes – Tape PB ZOOM

Quickly locating a scene using the zero set memory function

Searching a recording by date – Date search

Searching for a photo – Photo search/Photo scan

Editing

Dubbing a tape

Copying recordings from camcorder to VCR using various cables.

Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing

Recording from video

Inserting a scene from a VCR – Insert Editing

Customizing Your Camcorder

Changing the menu settings

Guide to modifying camcorder settings via the menu system.

Selecting the mode setting of each item

Troubleshooting

Types of trouble and their solutions

Lists common problems and their corrective actions for recording mode.

Self-diagnosis display

Warning indicators and messages

Additional Information

About video cassettes

Details on usable cassette types and playback system compatibility.

About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack

About i.LINK

Using your camcorder abroad

Maintenance information and precautions

Moisture condensation

Explains condensation issues and how to prevent/resolve them.

Cleaning the LCD screen

Cleaning the video head

Quick Reference

Identifying the parts and controls

Visual guide to camcorder parts and controls with page references.

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