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Step-by-Step Operating Instructions for Using the Sony DCR-TRV18 Digital Handycam

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The digital photography revolution will enrich your life, and we're here to show you how. From buying a camera and printing perfect photos to jazzing them up and sharing them, this workshop will give you the big picture. You'll learn about the technology and, some help on how to take better photos.

  DCR-TRV18 features:
  Mini DV Recording
  1/4" Advanced HAD™ CCD Imager, 680K Pixel Gross
  Advanced HAD™ CCD Technology
  Up to 500 Lines of Horizontal Resolution
  Professional Quality Carl Zeiss. Vario- Sonnar Lens
  10X Optical/120X Precision Digital Zoom
  2.5" SwivelScreen™ LCD Display (123K Pixels)
  Super SteadyShot. Picture Stabilization System
  Digital Still Memory Mode with Memory Stick. Media
  MPEG Movie Mode
  i.LINK.* DV Interface (IEEE1394)
  Analog-to-Digital Conversion with Pass-Through
  USB Streaming
  USB Interface
  InfoLithium. Battery with AccuPower™ Meter System
  Super NightShot. and Color Slow Shutter
  LCS-KITF330 features:
  Attractive black simulated leather and padding protect your valuable video equipment.
  Compact, soft carrying case for all TR/TRV series Handycam camcorders.
  Extra storage area for accessories.

Step-By-Step Procedure for Operation

 

Step 1 - Power On the Camera

Check the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) to verify if power is on.  The display should say, "PowerSave Mode"

You are now ready to place the original face down on the scanner glass (located under the cover).

If you need custom images (logo integration, graphics specific to your site), please see below for details.

 

How to do this...
Follow step-by-step instructions.

Step 2 - Look through Eyepiece and Press down the button half way until you see a yellow light in the viewfinder

Press the scanner button on the front of the scanner.  This launches the HP Precision Scan software.

 

 

How to do this...
Follow step-by-step instructions.

Step 3 - Center the focus circle on the center of the object you're attempting to photograph.  Press down on the button the rest of the way  

How to do this...
Follow step-by-step instructions.

Step 4- Review your work

File/SaveAs/U:/drive

 

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How To Avoid Running Out of Power

Here are some other ways to save the juice and avoid running out of power:

bulletLimit the use of LCD - The LCD feature consumes batteries quickly. So use the viewfinder whenever possible to frame a picture. And check the picture in the LCD only when there is a question of whether or not you got the shot.   
bulletTurn off the camera before auto shut off - Develop the habit of turning off the camera immediately when you're finished taking a picture. That means OFF - "sleep mode" doesn't count. You'll save a significant amount of battery power.      
bulletUse an AC adapter - An AC adapter lets you stop worrying about battery consumption. You can power the camera from a wall socket to transfer your images to your computer without draining your batteries. This is especially useful when you're downloading photos or viewing them on your camera's screen, both of which require plenty of power.

memory and storage basics
A digital camera's storage capacity is finite. Once you've filled it, you have to transfer your images to a computer before you can start taking pictures again. Even though your camera probably came with a memory card, it's a good idea to invest in additional, higher-capacity memory cartridges. This will allow you to shoot more pictures before you have to transfer images to your computer, and you can take pictures of higher quality.

archiving photos on dvd
Each picture you transfer to your computer takes up space on the hard drive, and over time it will fill up. This means you'll have to buy and install a new drive; and if it crashes, all of your photo memories could be lost forever.

Instead of filling up your hard drive, try saving your pictures to a re-writeable DVD. DVDs can hold up to seven times more than a CD, and each one can hold about 15,000 photo-quality pictures. Plus, they're easy to store and share.

caring for your digital camera
Digital cameras can be very susceptible to dirt, dust and debris - gunk that can eventually degrade image quality and performance. Clean your gear periodically, especially when you've been shooting in an environment with more than its share of dirt or sand. Keep a non-scratching lens-cleaning cloth or tissue handy, as well as a small can of compressed air. An occasional cleaning will keep your camera clicking happily for years to come.

weatherproofing ideas
Your camera prefers the same kind of weather that most people do - not too hot, not too cold. So keep it covered under a towel when you're sunning at the beach. And snuggle it under your jacket when shooting photos on the slopes. To protect it from water, use a plain old plastic bag. Just make a hole for the lens to poke out from, and use a rubber band to fasten the bag tightly over the lens. Presto! - a miniature rain jacket. And always, always, always cover the lens with a cap to protect it when you're not using your camera.

updating camera driver software
A driver is a piece of software that communicates with a peripheral. There are drivers for printers, cameras, scanners, etc. If your drivers aren't updated, you may get a lot of error messages. HP regularly updates drivers and offers new versions that can significantly improve performance. You can automatically sign up to receive driver updates at HP's website (see "learn more" below).

accessories you'll want to check out
A digital camera is capable of capturing great photos. Combine it with one of these accessories and it is capable of so much more.

bulletphoto printer - What good is taking great digital photos if you can't print and share them? A color inkjet printer and specially formulated photo paper can deliver near-professional quality. And a photo inkjet optimized for printing digital pictures can give you even more than quality: Special features let you create frame-ready prints, wallet-sized miniatures and much more.       
bulletphoto editing software - HP often bundles basic photo-editing software with its products, so you're all ready for editing. You can rotate, resize and crop your photos, and make changes to the brightness and contrast, etc. But if you really want to play with those pixels, a more advanced software - like Adobe's Photoshop and the more affordable Photoshop LE - are the standards among graphic artists. There are also less expensive programs that give you almost as much editing power, like Adobe PhotoDeluxe.      
bulletcarrying case - Not only do cases protect a camera, but they often have built-in pockets for batteries and memory cards. It's a nice way to both protect your camera and keep all your gear together      
bullettripod - No matter how steady your hands are, a tripod will help you to get clearer, more consistent shots every time. Plus, it will help expand your picture-taking opportunities. Close-ups, night photography - all easier with a tripod! 

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