Dcr - trv 240 manual

Connections are the same as on page 89, Insert a cassette containing the desired scene to insert into the VCR. If you cannot install the USB driver The USB driver has been registered incorrectly as your computer was connected to your camcorder before installation of the USB driver was completed. For Windows XP, you must be authorized as an Administrator. The image from the tape appears in the preview window. Page Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer Windows users only Viewing images live from your camcorder 1 Follow the steps 1 , 2 on page , then connect the AC power adaptor to your camcorder and then to a wall outlet.

Notes on using your computer The default settings can be partially changed. First, select the icon, then the menu item and then the mode. Page When you play back the tape on other camcorders or VCRs, noise may occur in pictures or sound.

You can easily play back, record or delete images. You can exchange image data with other equipment such as your computer etc.

Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left unlock position. Differences in image quality mode Recorded images are compressed in JPEG format before being stored into memory.

Records still images. Select one of the three modes described below before recording. You can use the Remote Commander for this operation. Page Recording images from a tape as still images Using the i. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or knock your camcorder. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or knock the unit. The picture of the other equipment is displayed on the LCD screen or viewfinder. Page Recording pictures from a tape as moving pictures Using the i.

You can also play back six images including moving pictures in order at a time by selecting the index screen. Page Viewing still images — Memory Photo playback Playing back six recorded images at a time index screen You can play back six recorded images at a time.

This function is especially useful when searching for a particular image. Make sure that applications that support these file formats are installed on your computer. Windows Media Player must be installed to play back moving pictures. This starts USB driver installation. However, note that the update to Mac OS 9. This function is useful especially when checking recorded images or during a presentation. This function is useful for printing out still images later.

Moving pictures You cannot write print marks on moving pictures. While the file name is flashing You cannot write the print mark on the still image. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the printer. There are various ways of printing still images. Page Using the optional printer Images recorded in the multi screen mode You cannot print images recorded in the multi screen mode on sticker type print paper.

Page Troubleshooting If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

Page Types of trouble and how to correct trouble In the recording and playback modes Symptom The power does not turn on. The end search function does not work. The end search function does not work correctly. The battery pack is quickly discharged. Recording does not function. The image cannot be deleted. Deleting all the images cannot be carried out. Page VCR again p. Page Self-Diagnosis Display Ess Ess Ess If you are unable to rectify the problem even if you try corrective actions a few times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

Page Warning Indicators And Messages Warning indicators and messages If indicators and messages appear on the screen or in the display window, check the following. Usable cassette tapes We recommend using Hi8 The recording time when you use your Digital8 standard 8 tape is half the recording time when using the conventional Hi8 standard Fully charge the battery.

Discharge on your electronic equipment. Page About I. Page DV jacks, see page 72, This unit can also be connected to other i. VAIO series personal computer other than video equipment. Before connecting this unit to a personal computer, make sure that application software supported by this unit is already installed on the personal computer. When charging the battery pack, use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b].

Page Maintenance Information And Precautions Maintenance information and precautions Moisture condensation If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside your camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this state, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or your camcorder may not operate correctly. If the above problem occurs, clean the video heads with the Sony VCLD cleaning cassette optional.

Check the picture and if the above problem persists, repeat cleaning. Be particularly careful of the lens. To use this function, Ordinary soldering irons can be used but the iron tip has to be applied to the solder joint for a slightly longer time.

Caution: The printed pattern copper foil may peel away if the heated tip is applied for too long, so be careful! Unleaded solder is more viscous sticky, less prone to flow than ordinary solder so use caution not to let solder bridges occur such as on IC pins, etc. It is best to use only unleaded solder but unleaded solder may also be added to ordinary solder.

After correcting the original service problem, perform the following. Page of 49 Go. Check the interboard wiring to ensure that no wires are "pinched" or contact high-wattage resistors.

Look for unauthorized replacement parts, particularly transistors, that were installed during a previous repair. Point them out to the customer and recommend their replacement. Look for parts which, through functioning, show obvious signs of deterioration. Boards requiring use of unleaded solder are printed with the lead- free mark LF indicating the solder contains no lead.