Sony DCR-TRV900 Manual

Recording an image from a mini DV tape as a
still image

This camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a mini DV tape and record it as a
still image on a floppy disk or a PC card. The unit can also take in moving picture data
through the input connector and record it as a still image on a floppy disk or a PC card.

Before operation
•Insert a recorded mini DV tape.
•Connect the floppy disk adapter (with a disk inside) or a PC card into the unit.

(1) Set the POWER switch to VTR.
(2) Press ·. The picture recorded on the mini DV tape is played back.
(3) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a picture from the mini DV tape freezes.

“CAPTURE” appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. Recording does not
start yet.

(4) Press PHOTO deeper. The image displayed on the screen will be recorded on a

floppy disk or a PC card. The recording is complete when the bar scroll indicator
disappears.

When the access lamp is flashing
Never shake or strike the unit. As well do not turn the power off , eject a PC card/floppy
disk adapter or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the image data breakdown may occur.

If “MEMORY FULL” appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder
The memory of the PC card or floppy disk is full.

If “CHECK MEMORY” appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder
An incompatible PC card or floppy disk is inserted. Be sure to use proper card or disk.

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