20 Most Recent Sony Handycam DCR-TRV22 Mini DV Digital Camcorder Questions & Answers

after extensive searching I can't find a usb driver for windows 7 . Unfortunately the maker no longer supports later than windows 2000 for their driver. You might be able to run vmware and pretend to have an operating system that is an earlier version like windows 2000 or XP and run a driver in it for the pretend operating system .https://esupport.sony.com/US/p/model-home.pl?mdl=DCRTRV22&template_id=1®ion_id=1&tab=download#/downloadTabhttps://www.vmware.com/au.htmlhttps://www.vmware.com/support/ws5/doc/ws_newguest_setup_simple_steps.htmlI do not think this camera has firewirebut it may have a memory stickmaybe you could look at if you can get a memory stick reader that suits its memory stick.

probably best load on usb memory stick and transfer

The latest software is available from here: http://esupport.sony.com/perl/support-info.pl?&info_id=64&mdl=DCRTRV22

USB will connect the still photos from the memory stick.To transfer the tapes you will require a firewire (Sony calls it iLink) cable for connection.Al

Are you trying to delete the manual from your computer or from the web?If from your computer, bring up the file browser (Windows-E on a Windows machine, for example). Navigate to the folder the manual is in, right-click the file, and select "Delete." This has nothing to do with any web pages. You can do this just as well when you're not connected to the internet at all. This will also delete the entire manual, not just the first page.If you need me to be more explicit, you'll have to be the same. What version of what operating system are you running on your computer? Have you tried to delete the manual as described? What happens when you do? Does it keep coming back? Have you tried emptying your trashcan or recycle bin?

Delete the file the same way you delete any other file on your computer. If you're using a file browser, try right-clicking the file.

I HAVE SONY DCR-TRV22E, AND HAVE WINDOWS 7 ON MY LAPTOP (HP G72). WINDOWS DOES NOT RECOGNISE WHEN I TRY TO CONNECT VIA USB. CAN ANYONE HELP ?I HAVE READ SOME POSTS SUGGESTING USING A FIREWIRE CABLE - NOT SURE MY LAPTOP HAS THIS CONNECTION - COULD ANYONE EXPLAIN..THANK YOU.

I'm sorry that the Camcorder is displaying the error message. Please follow the troubleshooting steps provided below and check the operation:1. Please insert a different disc and close the disc tray firmly. 2. Perform Reset by following steps: 1. Locate the RESET button behind the LCD panel of the camcorder. 2. Use a pointed object (like a ballpoint pen) to press and hold the RESET button for 2-3 seconds. 3. After 2-3 seconds has elapsed, release the RESET button. 3. Perform a manual power reset by following the steps: 1. Turn off the camcorder. 2. Disconnect AC power adapter. 3. Remove the battery pack. 4. Move the POWER switch to the CAMERA position for 15 seconds. 5. Move the POWER switch to the OFF position. 6. Reconnect the AC power adapter or reinsert the battery pack. 7. Turn on the camcorder.If the issue persists after following all the steps service will be required. You can find repair information and initiate service at: http://eservice.sony.comThank you for your time.

Set the power switch to CAMERA. Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. Press FN to display Page1. Press MENU to display the menu. Select the toolbox icon. Select the third item in the menu.

Error code 31:22 indicates a problem in the cameras tape transport system. This can be caused by several problems including the transmission gear in the tape mechanism not engaging properly, a defective clutch in the take-up spool or a faulty rotary mode switch. This will require disassembling the camera to repair and can be done fairly inexpensively. However, it's not really a user serviceable problem and will need to be repaired by a qualified service technician.

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This is usually caused by a failed component in the moisture detection circuitry within the camera and can usually be repaired fairly inexpensively. However, it's not a user serviceable problem and will need to be repaired qualified service technician.

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You may be able to download the software required to do this from Sony's website.

This can be caused by several problems including a defective eject switch in the cameras internal circuitry or a bad motor and can usually be repaired fairly inexpensively. However, it's not a user serviceable problem and will need to be repaired qualified service technician.

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You should be able to connect with a firewire cable and use iMovie which will be on your Mac. No other software is necessary. Also you can use Final Cut if you have that loaded on your Mac.