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  • Sony DCR-DVD300 | Operating Instructions - Page 1
    Video Camera Recorder DCR-DVD100/DVD200/DVD300 3-081-300-14 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder 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
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    of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the USB cable again. For customers in the U.S.A. and CANADA RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD100 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc.
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    SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD300 Responsible Party:Sony in this manual could void with the instructions, may which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. Certain countries may regulate disposal of the battery used to power
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    Read this first What you can do with your DVD Handycam Your DVD Handycam uses DVD-R and DVD-RW as a recording media. You can enjoy your DVD Handycam in ways that are new and different from those of a tape media-based camcorder. Read the next few pages to find out how. You can find a scene quickly
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    recorded with your DVD Handycam on DVD players that can play back DVD-R/DVD-RW. You can edit and copy a disc easily by connecting your DVD Handycam to your computer. You can edit and copy a disc easily on your computer using the supplied ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony DVD Handycam software. It also
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    • DMW60 (double-sided disc) Discs other than these two types are cannot be used in your DVD Handycam. Examples of incompatible discs • 12cm DVD-R • 12cm DVD-RW • DVD+R • DVD-RAM • DVD+RW • DVD-ROM • CD-R • CD-RW 6 DVD-Rs can be recorded only once. It is suitable for permanent records and for making
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    players. VR mode: A disc can be edited on DVD Handycam but the players are limited. * DVD-R/RW discs recorded by Sony DVD Handycam camcorders are designed to be compatible with and may be played back on most home DVD players, computer DVD drives, and PlayStation 2 video game consoles.** ** Playback
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    How to prepare and use your DVD Handycam Preparing Prepare a new disc. • You can start recording promptly with a DVD-R. • You need to format a DVD-RW before recording. Formatting is required also when using a once recorded DVD-RW again. Select a recording format (either VIDEO mode or VR mode) when
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    You can make a copy of a disc you have recorded by connecting your DVD Handycam to your computer with the supplied software. For the recommended computer system environment, see page 89. You can produce an original DVD by editing your movies/still images on your computer. Finalize the disc so
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    can do with your DVD Handycam 4 What is the difference between DVD-R and DVD-RW 6 How to prepare and use your DVD Handycam 8 Getting Started Using this manual 12 Checking the supplied accessories ..... 14 Step 1 Preparing the power source ... 15 Installing/removing the battery pack 15 Charging
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    computer - Introduction 89 System requirements 89 Installing the USB driver 90 Installing software 91 Connecting your camcorder to the computer 92 Consulting the on-line help (operating instructions) of ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony DVD Handycam 97 Viewing scenes recorded on your computer 98
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    - Getting Started - Using this manual The instructions in this manual are for the three models listed in the table below. Before you start reading this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder. The DCR-DVD200 is the model used for
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    Getting Started Using this manual Camcorder care LCD screen/finder The LCD screen and the only when other DVD-RW compatible players cannot play the disc. You can record again with your camcorder on a finalized disc recorded in VR mode. Compatible players: DVD players that can play back DVD-RWs in VR
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    (1), Power cord (1) (page 16) 3 Size AA (R6) battery for the Remote Commander (2) (page 142) 4 NP-FM50 rechargeable battery pack (1) (page 15) 5 A/V connecting cable (1) 6 Shoulder strap (1) 7 Lens cap (1) (page 29) 8 USB cable (1) (page 92) 9 DVD-R (DMR30) (1) q; CD-ROM (SPVD-011 USB Driver
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    Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power source Installing/removing the battery pack 1 2 1 Lift up the viewfinder. 2 Slide the battery pack in and down until it clicks. To remove the battery pack 1 Lift up the viewfinder. 2 Slide the battery pack up and out in the direction of the arrow while
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    page 127 for more information on the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. Open the DC IN jack cover. AC adaptor 3 4 Power cord POWER/CHG lamp 5 1 2 DISPLAY/BATT INFO button With the v mark facing up 1 Make sure that the battery pack is installed on the camcorder. 2 Open the DC IN jack cover, then connect
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    starting/stopping, zooming and turning the power on/off. The actual battery life may be shorter. Playing time Battery pack Playing time on LCD screen Playing time with LCD closed DVD100 DVD200 DVD300 DVD100 DVD200 DVD300 NP-FM50 (supplied) 80 80 75 100 100 100 NP-FM70 175 175 170
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    itself has been turned off. Notes •The AC adaptor can supply power even if the battery pack is attached to your camcorder. •The DC IN jack has "source priority". This means that the battery pack cannot supply any power if the AC adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is not
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    screen is used for such as changing settings, shooting images in various angles, and reviewing recorded images. 2 180º OPEN button 90º 1 90º 1 Open the LCD is opened up to 90 degrees. You can turn the LCD screen over and move it back to the camcorder body with the LCD screen facing out as shown
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    Slide the POWER switch upward while pressing the green button in the center. Your camcorder turns on and the POWER/CHG lamp lights up in green. To turn off the power Slide the POWER switch downward while pressing the green button in the center. When the POWER/CHG lamp turns off, the power cuts off
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    camcorder will have been discharged during that time. In that case, charge the built-in rechargeable battery by connecting the AC adaptor, and set the date and time again (page 16, 132). SETUP button POWER switch b/v/V/B/ENTER buttons 1 Open the LCD screen while pressing OPEN. 2 Turn the power
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    procedure as in step 5. Set the minute using a time signal, etc., with v/V, and press ENTER. The clock starts to move. The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle. •12:00 AM stands for midnight. •12:00 PM stands for noon. Tips •If the CLOCK SET display does not
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    pressing OPEN. 2 Turn the power on by sliding the POWER switch upward while pressing the green button. 3 Press SETUP. The SETUP display appears. MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P SET) then [LCD B.L.] in the SETUP display when using the battery pack (page 111). •The [LCD BRIGHT] and [LCD B.L.] settings do
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    adjustment lever as you can see the characters in the viewfinder clearly. Tips •If you install an NP-FM70/QM71/QM71D/FM91/QM91/QM91D battery pack in your camcorder, extend and lift up the viewfinder and adjust the angle of it. •You can change the brightness of the viewfinder backlight. Select [VF
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    OPEN switch again. Tips •The camcorder is set in the VIDEO mode as the default setting. •Formatting is required when a DVD-RW is used for the first time. 43 Access/Open lamp 5 1 2 1 Set the mode dial to (Movie) or (Still). 2 Turn the power on by sliding the POWER switch upward while pressing the
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    starts. When the formatting is completed, you can start recording on the DVD-RW. Notes •If you close the disc cover with the disc set incorrectly, it may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •Do not shock or vibrate your camcorder during "DISC ACCESS" appearing. •It may take some time to recognize
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    correctly. To hold your camcorder Hold your camcorder with your fingers inserted through the grip belt. To fasten the grip belt Fasten the grip belt firmly following the illustration below. Note Do not pick up your camcorder by the viewfinder, the LCD screen, or the battery pack. Viewfinder LCD
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    lens cap by pressing both knobs on the sides of the cap. 2 Install the battery pack or connect the AC adaptor (page 15). 3 Open the LCD screen while 5 Turn the power on by sliding the POWER switch upward while pressing the green button. 6 Insert a disc (page 26). This sets your camcorder to standby
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    actual point that the recording stops. Tip If you leave your camcorder powered by battery pack for 5 minutes while a disc is inserted, your camcorder automatically turns off. This is to save battery power and to prevent battery wear. Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) once, then set to ON, and your
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    for 8 seconds. JAN 1 2003 11:23:45AM Date and time The date and time are displayed about 5 seconds after the power is turned on. Notes •The remaining battery time indicator shows the approximate continuous recording time remaining. The indicator may not be displayed accurately, depending on the
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    closer) To use zoom greater than 10× Zoom greater than 10× is performed digitally. Digital zoom can be set to 20 × or 120 ×. The picture quality deteriorates as you move the power zoom lever towards the "T" side. To activate digital zoom, select the digital zoom power in [D ZOOM] in the SETUP
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    the HQ (high quality) mode, SP (standard play) mode, and the LP (long play) mode. Your camcorder is set to SP mode as the default setting. 1 Set the mode dial to (Movie). 2 Press SETUP. MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT D EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR Shooting movies/still images [ SETUP ] : END 3 Select
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    lens cap by pressing both knobs on the sides of the cap. 2 Install the battery pack or connect the AC adaptor (page 15). 3 Open the LCD screen while pressing 5 Turn the power on by sliding the POWER switch upward while pressing the green button. 6 Insert a disc (page 26). This sets your camcorder to
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    - Wide mode - Digital zoom - SteadyShot - Super NightShot - Color Slow Shutter - Fader - Picture effect - Digital effect - The Sports damaged. - Do not shock or vibrate the camcorder. - Do not turn the power off. - Do not remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC adaptor. - Do not
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    the angle of view of the movie mode (DCR-DVD200/DVD300 only). •If you leave your camcorder powered by battery for 5 minutes while a disc is inserted, your camcorder automatically turns off. This is to save battery power and to prevent battery wear. Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) once, then set to
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    for still image recording. The default setting is [FINE]. 1 Set the mode dial to 2 Press SETUP. MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE FLASH MODE FLASH LVL WHT BAL (Still). [ SETUP ] : END 3 Select (CAMERA SET ) This is the standard image quality level for your camcorder. Standard images are compressed to about
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    size (DCR-DVD200/DVD300 only) You can select either of 2 image sizes, 1152 × 864 or 640 × 480. The default setting is 1152 × 864. 1 Set the mode dial to 2 Press SETUP. MANUAL SET The table shows approximate file size. * DCR-DVD200/DVD300 only. Tip The image size is 640 × 480 for DCR-DVD100. 38
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    shoot images continuously (BURST, DCR-DVD200/DVD300 only) You can record still images continuously by setting [BURST] beforehand. It takes about 10 seconds to record the continuous images on the disc. You cannot shoot still images while the camera is recording. NORMAL [a] Your camcorder shoots up to
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    × 864* 640 × 480 4 100 8 100 * DCR-DVD200/DVD300 only. ** The table shows approximate recordable number and the above numbers apply to a single-sided disc, and it will be doubled for a double-sided disc. Note On image data compatibility Image data files recorded by your camcorder conform with the
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    the NightShot mode in bright places (e.g. outdoors in the daytime). This may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •If focusing is difficult with the autofocus mode when using the NightShot mode, focus manually. •While recording using the NightShot Light, do not obstruct the Infrared rays (NightShot
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    Slow Shutter, you cannot use the following functions: - Fader - Exposure - Digital effect - PROGRAM AE To use the NightShot Light The picture will be . The maximum shooting distance using the NightShot Light is about 3 m (10 feet). To enable the NightShot Light, set (CAMERA SET) - [N.S.LIGHT]
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    appear mirrorreversed and others are not displayed. Note The viewfinder automatically turns off when using the LCD display, except in the mirror of the countdown, the beep gets faster, then recording starts automatically 10 seconds after pressing START/STOP. Tip To stop the countdown, press START
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    countdown, the beep gets faster, then recording starts automatically 10 seconds after pressing PHOTO. Notes •When the self-timer recording to (Movie) or (Still). 2 Press SETUP. 3 Select (MANUAL SET) with v/V, then press ENTER. MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT D EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR RETURN AUTO
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    white balance mode Set (MANUAL SET) - [WHT camcorder at a white subject for about 10 seconds after turning the power on to get a better adjustment: - after you replace the battery pack. - when you take your camcorder automatically. Refer also to the operating instructions of your TV. [a] 16:9WIDE
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    to match your circumstances 1 Set the mode dial to 2 Press SETUP. MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT D EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR (Movie). protection signal with ID-1 signals inserted between video signals when you connect your camcorder to other equipment using the A/V connecting cable. 5 Select [ON]
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    when you are recording distant subjects such as mountains, and prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows when you are SETUP ] : END 4 Select [PROGRAM AE] with v/V, then press ENTER. MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT D EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR RETURN AUTO SPOTLIGHT
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    adjust the exposure manually, the following functions do not work: - Color Slow Shutter - BACK LIGHT •Your camcorder automatically returns to the exposure manually. 2 3 1 Set the mode dial to (Still). 2 Press EXPOSURE. (Movie) or The exposure indicator appears. 0:00:00 -R VIDEO 3 Turn the
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    To return to the autofocus Press FOCUS again. To record distant subjects Turn the dial to FAR until the indicator appears. The focus is fixed ). 2 Press FOCUS. (Movie) or The 9 (manual focus) indicator appears. 3 Viewing the viewfinder or the LCD display, turn the dial to adjust the focus. 49
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    while using fader. Also you cannot use fader while using following function. - Digital effect - Super NightShot - Color Slow Shutter •When the OVERLAP or WIPE indicator appears in the standby mode, your camcorder automatically stores the image recorded on a disc. While the image is being stored
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    The picture appears mosaicpatterned. PASTEL MOSAIC Digital effect LUMI. (Luminance key): You an old movie-type atmosphere to pictures. Your camcorder automatically sets the wide mode to ON and b (reduce the degree)/B (increase the degree). MANUAL SET D EFFECT LUMI. Bars: Displayed in LUMI.
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    Shooting with special effects Notes •The following functions do not work during digital effect: - Fader - Super NightShot - Color Slow Shutter •While using picture effect, you cannot select OLD MOVIE. •The following functions do not work in OLD MOVIE: -
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    continuously (BURST, DCR-DVD200/ DVD300 only), all the images are deleted once. To delete the specific image recorded continuously, see "Deleting movies/still images" (VR mode only, page 87). •You cannot delete the last scene: - when you move the mode dial. - when you turn the power off. - when
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    title You can make a title on each disc. As the default, the date the disc was first used is added as a disc title. 1 Press SETUP. MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT D EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR [ SETUP ] : END 2 Select (DISC SET) with v/V, then press ENTER. DISC SET REC MODE FORMAT FINALIZE UNFINALIZE
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    the LCD screen, you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. N (PLAY) button x (STOP) button 1 2 VISUAL INDEX button b/v/V/B/ENTER buttons 5 1 Set the mode dial to (Play/Edit). 2 Open the LCD screen while
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    Playing a disc on your camcorder 3 Select the (Movie) tab or the (Still) tab with b/B according to the kind of scene you want to play back. A list of movies or still
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    To display the previous image Press .. [Marks on the buttons] Marks on the buttons different between the camcorder and the Remote Commander. Marks of the camcorder: Marks of the Remote Commander: N Playback H Playback X Pause X Pause x Stop x Stop > Next > Next . Previous . Previous
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    the indicators disappear, press DISPLAY/BATT INFO or DISPLAY again. DISPLAY button DISPLAY/BATT INFO button To display date/time and various settings Your camcorder automatically records not only images on the disc but also the recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) (Data code
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    Viewing the recordings Playing a disc on your camcorder Various settings (movie) 40min 0002 AUTO 100 AWB F1 . 8 0dB 0:00:08 -R VIDEO [a] [b] [c] [d] [d] Gain [e] Shutter speed [f] Aperture value Various settings (still image) 40min 100-0006 6/34 -R VIDEO [g] 0EV 60 [h] F1 . 8 [i] [g]
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    Playing a disc on your camcorder Magnifying recorded images - PB ZOOM Zoom lever 1 In the playback, playback pause or review, move the power zoom lever. You can choose the magnification from approx. 1.1✕ to 5✕. W : Decreases the zoom ratio. T : Increases the zoom ratio. 2 Move the enlarged image in
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    the recordings Playing a disc on your camcorder Playing still images automatically - Slide Show You APPLI. SLIDE SHOW RETURN READY [ SETUP ] : END 4 Select [SLIDE SHOW], then press ENTER. SLIDESHOW 100-0001 1/12 -R VIDEO [ ENTER ] : START [ SETUP ] : END 5 Press ENTER. Still images play
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    you power your camcorder from a wall outlet using the AC adaptor (page 18). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV. Open the jack cover. Connect your camcorder to the page 114). Then press DISPLAY/BATT INFO on your camcorder. To turn off the indicators, press DISPLAY/BATT INFO on your 62
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    operating instructions supplied with your player. Note that you cannot record again on finalized DVD-Rs. You can record again on DVD-RWs camcorder, then connect the power cord to the wall outlet. 2 Turn the power on by sliding the POWER switch upward pressing the green button. 3 Press SETUP. MANUAL
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    VIDEO mode, select [PHOTOMOVIE], [CREATE] with v/V, then press ENTER. Proceed to step 7 in VR mode. To play back still images on players such as DVD players, still images must be converted to a movie. Converted still images are played back in sequence. The original still images remain as JPEG files
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    , the more time it takes to create a PHOTOMOVIE. •If still images not compatible with your camcorder (such as still images shot using a digital still camera and copied to a computer) are converted to a movie using [PHOTOMOVIE], the movie turns black. Tips •When the finalized disc is inserted in your
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    listed per page (200 pages in maximum). Select the scene to be played back in menu display on the DVD player. JAN 1 2003 10 : 30AM Disc title (the date the disc was first used) JAN 1 2003 2 : 44PM JAN 1 2003 details on how to use a DVD player, see operating instructions of the DVD player. 66
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    mode You can play back a finalized disc recorded in VR mode on players that can play back DVD-RWs in VR mode. The operation is different depending on your player. See operating instructions of your player. To play back still images The operation is different depending on your player. See operating
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    , see operating instructions of your computer. Tip You can play back the disc on a computer without a DVD drive, by connecting your camcorder to your computer Professional. 1 Turn on your computer. 2 Insert the finalized disc to the DVD drive of your computer. When a DVD playback application starts
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    cm discs. •The disc may not be played back on some computers. For details, see operating instructions of your computer. Tip You can play back the disc on a computer without DVD drive, by connecting your camcorder to your computer (page 89). Structures and file names of movies and still images Movies
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    only. You do not have to unfinalize a VR mode disc. Insert a finalized DVD-RW into your camcorder beforehand. 1 Press SETUP. MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT D EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR [ SETUP ] : ] with v/V, then press ENTER. Unfinalizing starts. UNFINALIZE EXECUTING AVOID ANY VIBRATION 0:10 70
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    SETUP in any step from 2 to 4. Notes •Power your camcorder from a wall outlet using the AC adaptor. •If you disconnect the AC adaptor during unfinalizing, the disc may be damaged. •Do not vibrate your camcorder during unfinalizing. •You can unfinalize DVD-RWs only. You cannot make any modification
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    -RWs and make them new discs. Note that formatting erases all the data recorded on the disc. Insert a recorded DVD-RW into your camcorder beforehand. 1 Press SETUP. MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT D EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR 72 [ SETUP ] : END 2 Select (DISC SET) with v/V, then press ENTER. DISC
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    Press SETUP in any step from 2 to 6. Notes •Power your camcorder from a wall outlet using the AC adaptor. •If you disconnect the AC adaptor during formatting, the disc may be damaged. •Do not vibrate your camcorder during formatting. •You can format DVD-RWs only. You cannot delete any recorded data
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    ) button x (STOP) button . (PREV) button > (NEXT) button EDIT button Registering movies or still images to the Playlist Insert a recorded DVD-RW in VR mode into your camcorder beforehand. 1 Set the mode dial to (Play/Edit). 2 Press EDIT. The display to select editing object appears. EDIT EDIT
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    Selecting the playing order on your camcorder - Playlist 4 Select [SEL. ITEM] with b/v/V/B, then press ENTER. or still images on the disc appears. EDIT EXEC. ADD RET. Using the disc in VR mode (DVD-RWs only) 001 JAN 1 03 1/1 6:00PM Forwards the page. Shows current page/total pages. 7 Select
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    Selecting the playing order on your camcorder - Playlist 9 Select [EXEC.] with b/B, then press ENTER. The selected movies or still images are registered in the new Playlist. When a still image is added to a
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    . - You can register multiple still images as a single movie scene that is recordable up to 999 on a disc. Insert a DVD-RW in VR mode with still images recorded into your camcorder beforehand. 1 Set the mode dial to (Play/Edit). 2 Press EDIT. The display to select editing object appears. EDIT EDIT
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    scenes from the Playlist does not affect the actual recorded data on the disc. Insert a Playlist-registered DVD-RW into your camcorder beforehand. 1 Set the mode dial to (Play/Edit). 2 Insert a recorded DVD-RW in VR mode, then press EDIT. The display to select editing object appears. EDIT EDIT
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    Using the disc in VR mode (DVD-RWs only) Selecting the playing order on your camcorder - Playlist 7 Select the scene to be erased with b/v/V/B, then press ENTER. The selected scene is marked with . Repeat this step to erase multiple scenes. EDIT
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    - Playlist Changing the order within the Playlist Insert a Playlist-registered DVD-RW into your camcorder beforehand. 1 Set the mode dial to (Play/Edit). 2 Press EDIT. The display to select editing object appears. EDIT EDIT MOVIE EDIT STILL EDIT PLAYLIST [ EDIT ] :
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    Using the disc in VR mode (DVD-RWs only) Selecting the playing order on your camcorder - Playlist 7 Select [EXEC.] with b/v/V/B, then press ENTER. The move destination display appears. Move destination bar EDIT MOVE RET. [ENTER] : MOVE 1/1 8 Place the move destination bar
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    scenes. Dividing movies into scenes within the Playlist does not affect the actual recorded data on the disc. Insert a Playlist-registered DVD-RW into your camcorder beforehand. Note You cannot divide a movie converted from still images. 1 Set the mode dial to (Play/Edit). 2 Press EDIT. The display
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    Using the disc in VR mode (DVD-RWs only) Selecting the playing order on your camcorder - Playlist 6 Select the scene to be divided the point where you press ENTER/c/C and the actual dividing point, as your camcorder selects the dividing point based on half-second increments. 8 Select [EXEC.] with
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    Selecting the playing order on your camcorder - Playlist Playing the Playlist Insert a Playlist-registered DVD-RW into your camcorder. 1 Set the mode dial to (Play/Edit). The Visual Index display appears. 001 JAN 1 03 1/2 6:00PM 2 Select (Playlist) tab with b/v/V/B. A thumbnail list of the scenes
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    actual recorded data. Dividing a movie Note that this operation actually divides the original recorded data on the disc. Insert a recorded DVD-RW in VR mode into your camcorder beforehand. Notes •You cannot divide still images and still images converted to a movie. •When the movie is registered in
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    dividing point. Note A slight difference may occur from the point where you press ENTER/c/C and the actual dividing point, as your camcorder selects the dividing point based on half-second increments. 8 Select [EXEC.] with b/v/V/B, then press ENTER. The confirmation display appears. DIVIDE 0:02
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    delete unnecessary original movies/still images. Note that this operation actually deletes recorded data from the disc. Insert a recorded DVD-RW in VR mode into your camcorder beforehand. Notes •When you delete movies, the movies registered to the Playlist are also deleted. •Deleting movies/still
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    Editing the original data 6 Select [SELECT] with v/V, then press ENTER. A thumbnail list of the movies/still images recorded on the disc appears. EDIT EXEC. DELETE RET. 001 JAN 1 03 1/1 6:00PM 7 Select the movie or the still image to be deleted with b/v/V/B, then press ENTER. The selected
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    , you will not be able to install the USB driver correctly. Tips •The USB driver can be found on the CD- ROM supplied, along with the application software required for viewing scenes. •Your camcorder is compatible with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 Specification). •You can transfer data at a faster rate
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    the USB driver to control your camcorder from your computer. If you are using Windows 2000 Professional or Windows XP Home Edition/Professional, log in as administrator. 1 Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load. When your computer is already turned on, close all the software. 2 Insert
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    ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony DVD Handycam (hereinafter referred to as ImageMixer) software that manages movies and still images transferred from your camcorder on your computer, and the WinASPI software that manages writing data on CD-Rs/CD-RWs. 1 When the USB driver installation is completed, click
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    dial to (Play/Edit). 3 Turn the power on your camcorder by sliding the POWER switch upward while pressing the green button. 4 Connect the (USB) jacks of the camcorder and the (USB) port of the computer using the USB cable supplied with your camcorder. 5 Follow the instructions given in the on
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    [Finish]. The connection between your camcorder and the computer is completed. To disconnect the USB cable See "To disconnect the USB cable" (page 96). 5 Select [Install the software automatically (Recommended)] and click [Next]. 6 Make sure that [Sony DVD Handycam] is selected as the best match
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    to (Play/Edit). 3 Turn the power on your camcorder by sliding the POWER switch upward while pressing the green button. 4 Connect the (USB) jacks of the camcorder and the (USB) port of the computer using the USB cable supplied with your camcorder. To disconnect the USB cable See "To disconnect
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    shown, install the USB driver again following "If you cannot install the USB driver" (page 97). For Microsoft Windows Me users 1 Connect the AC adaptor to your camcorder. 2 Set the mode dial to (Play/Edit). 3 Turn the power on your camcorder by sliding the POWER switch upward while pressing
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    "Device Manager" screen appears. 4 Make sure that "SONY DDX-A1000 USB Device" appears in CD-ROM, "Sony DVD Handycam" in Storage device, and "USB Mass Storage Device" in Universal Serial Bus controllers respectively. When all the devices appear, the USB driver is installed correctly. If any of these
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    the computer" (page 92). The USB driver installation and the connection between your camcorder and the computer is completed. Consulting the on-line help (operating instructions) of ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony DVD Handycam An ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony DVD Handycam on-line help is available where
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    Ver.1.5 for Sony] on your computer. The ImageMixer software starts and the title screen appears. 1 Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load. 2 Connect the AC adaptor to your camcorder. 3 Set the mode dial to (Play/Edit). 4 Turn the power on your camcorder by sliding the POWER switch upward
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    from your camcorder to your USB cable before USB driver installation is complete, the USB driver will not be properly registered. Install the USB driver again following the steps in "If you cannot install the USB driver" (page 97). •When anything goes wrong with the operation, close all the software
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    4 Turn the power on your camcorder by sliding the POWER switch upward while pressing the green button. 5 Insert a recorded disc into your camcorder. 6 Connect the (USB) jacks of the camcorder and the (USB) port of the computer using the USB cable supplied with your camcorder. USB port USB jack USB
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    Editing and saving scenes You can edit the movies and still images save on your computer and save them using the ImageMixer software. Editing movies You can unite multiple scenes into a single scenes. 1 Click . The screen switches to the movie editing mode and thumbnails appear. Saving the movie
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    Creating an original disc You can edit the scenes registered to the album and make an original DVD. Making a menu A menu is required to play a disc recorded on your camcorder on a DVD player. 1 Click . The "Layout mode" screen appears. Album menu: Click to change the displayed album. Disc title
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    the screen. The "Album mode" screen appears. Tip When you create a DVD on the DVD drive installed with your computer, you can change the "Disc Type" from of the screen. Selecting [4.7G] enables you to record data in 12 cm DVD-R/DVD-RW at its maximum capacity. 2 Drag and drop the contents to add and
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    all the contents are right, connect your camcorder to the computer with the USB cable, then insert a blank disc into your camcorder. 4 Click . The "DVD Video Output" screen appears. 2 Click the the procedure. 7 Eject the disc following the instructions given in the on-screen messages. 104
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    to your camcorder, using your camcorder as a player. Connecting your camcorder to a VCR Connect your camcorder to the VCR using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. S VIDEO AUDIO/VIDEO A/V connecting cable (supplied) Tips •You can edit on VCRs that support the following
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    record over) into the VCR. Set the input selector to LINE. Refer to the operating instructions of the VCR. 3 Play back the recorded disc on your camcorder. 4 Start recording on the VCR. Refer the operating instructions of your VCR. When you have finished dubbing Stop recording on the VCR, then press
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    disc you want to record additionally) into your camcorder. The FORMAT display appears when you insert a new DVD-RW. Format the disc in VIDEO mode or in VR mode (page 7) following the instructions on the LCD display. 4 Press VISUAL INDEX on your camcorder. The Visual Index display disappears, and the
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    - Customizing your camcorder - Changing the SETUP display You can partially change the different depending on the mode dial position. APPLI MANUAL SET CAMERA SET LCD/VF SET DISC SET SETUP MENU OTHERS 1 Turn the power on by sliding the POWER switch upward while pressing the green button. 2 Set
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    still images continuously (page 61) Mode dial Play/Edit Customizing your camcorder Icon/item Option MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE - P EFFECT - D EFFECT - FLASH TV to images (page 51) To add special effects using the various digital functions (page 51) To fire the flash (optional), regardless of
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    digital zoom. Only up to 10× optical zoom is performed. To activate the digital zoom. From 10× to 20× zoom is performed digitally (page 32) To activate the digital zoom. From 10× to 120× zoom is performed digitally Still Still Movie Still * DCR-DVD200/DVD300 only Notes On SteadyShot •[SteadyShot
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    Still Play/Edit Movie Still Play/Edit Notes On LCD B.L. and VF B.L. •When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is reduced a little during recording. •When you use power supplies other than the battery pack, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected. Tip Even if you adjust [LCD BRIGHT], [LCD B.L.], [LCD COLOR
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    FINALIZE - UNFINALIZE*1 *2 - DISC TITLE - FILE NO. z SERIES RESET *1 DVD-RWs only *2 VIDEO mode only Meaning Mode dial To record in the HQ ( prohibit further recording on the disc, and make it compatible with other DVD players (page 63) To make the finalized disc recordable again (page 70
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    turn the power off automatically if no operations have taken place for five minutes when powered by the battery pack. To remain the power when a disc is inserted in your camcorder. •When [NightShot] is set to [ is standby and the demonstration starts about 10 minutes after you have set the mode dial
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    and shutter sound To activate the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder To deactivate the Remote Commander to avoid erroneous remote control operation camera recording lamp on the front of your camcorder during recording To turn the camera recording lamp off so that the subject is not
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    display even when your camcorder is connected to outputs on the TV or VCR. •If more than five minutes passes after removing the power source, the [PROGRAM battery is removed. Tip When recording a close subject, if [REC LAMP] is set to [ON], the red camera recording lamp on the front of the camcorder
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    - Types of trouble and corrective action If you run into problems 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. If "C:ss:ss" appears
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    trouble display. • If 10 minutes elapse after you set the mode dial to (Movie) without a disc inserted, your camcorder automatically starts the temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. c Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place. Troubleshooting During playback
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    trouble and corrective action During recording and playback Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions The power does not turn on. • The battery pack is not installed, or is exhausted or nearly exhausted. c Install a charged battery has occurred. c Turn off your camcorder and leave it for
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    trouble to (Play/Edit). • DVD-R is inserted. c DVD-R cannot be edited. Insert DVD-RW. • Inserted DVD-RW is formatted in VIDEO mode. c Format DVD-RW in VR mode. Note protect the scene. • The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. c Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool
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    problems have occurred in your camcorder. c Remove the disc and insert it again, then operate your camcorder again. No functions work although the power is on. c Disconnect the power cord of the AC adaptor or remove the battery pack, then reconnect/install it after about one minute. Turn the power
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    Troubleshooting Types of trouble and corrective action Symptom While charging the battery pack, POWER/CHG (Charge) lamp does not light. You cannot charge the battery pack. While charging the battery pack, the POWER/CHG (Charge) lamp flashes. Characters on the viewfinder turn over. Image data
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    • The image may freeze for an instant between scenes depending on the DVD player being used. Playback does not move to the previous scene when you press .. • If playback crosses 2 titles made automatically by your camcorder when . is pressed, playback may not move to the previous scene. c Select
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    the power cord of the AC adaptor or remove the battery pack. After reconnecting/reinstalling the power supply, operate your camcorder. • A malfunction that you cannot service has occurred. c Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and inform them of the 5-digit code
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    flash even if there are approximately 20 minutes remaining. Fast flashing: •The battery error occurs. % Moisture condensation has occurred* Fast flashing: •Moisture condensation has occurred with the disc. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for at least an hour to acclimatize it. Warning indicator
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    and/or Corrective Actions • Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. • Install a charged battery pack. • The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged. c Replace it with a new battery pack. • Moisture condensation has occurred. c Turn off your camcorder and leave it for at least an hour to
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    FORMAT DISC CANNOT RECOVER DATA CLOSE DISC COVER Z DISC FULL NO DISC Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The data cannot be recovered. c Format the disc (DVD-RW only). • The data cannot be recovered. c Use a new disc. • The disc cover is open. c Close the disc cover. • The disc has run out of
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    pack •Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your camcorder. •It is recommended to charge the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F) until POWER/ CHG (Charge) lamp turns off. If you charge the battery pack outside of this temperature range
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    on your camcorder, a menu screen is provided similar to the Visual Index screen. You can use the menu for playback on other players that can play back DVD-R or DVDRW. DVD-Video A format for recording movies. The picture data uses the MPEG 2 format, a standard of digital compression technology
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    supplied in any country or area with 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz power standards. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b]. AC-L15A [a] [b] Your camcorder is an NTSC system-based camcorder. If you want to view the playback
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    Camcorder operation •Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC adaptor) power. •For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in these operating instructions. •If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony
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    not touch the pickup lens directly during cleaning because this may cause the camcorder to malfunction. Care and storage of the lens •Wipe the surface of mold from occurring, periodically perform the above. It is recommended to turn on and operating the video camera recorder about once per month to
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    wall outlet using the AC adaptor supplied with your camcorder, and leave your camcorder with the POWER switch turned off for more than 24 hours. •Or, install a fully charged battery pack in your camcorder, and leave your camcorder with the POWER switch turned off for more than 24 hours. Notes on dry
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    handling •Use only round-shaped discs. If you use a special shaped disc (e.g. star-shaped or heartshaped etc.), your camcorder may be damaged. •Hold the disc at the edges while supporting the center hole lightly. Do not touch the recordable side (the reverse of the printed side) of a disc. Note
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    -D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. 134 Lens Carl Zeiss Combined power zoom lens Filter diameter: 30 mm (1 3/16 in.) 10× (Optical), 120× (Digital) DCR-DVD100: F = 1.7 - 2.2 DCR-DVD200/DVD300: F = 1.8 - 2 Focal length DCR-DVD100 3.3 - 33 mm (5/32 - 1 5/16 in.) When converted to a 35 mm
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    Storage temperature -20°C to + 60°C (-4°F to + 140°F) Dimensions (approx.) 56 × 31 × 100 mm (2 1/4 × 1 1/4 × 4 in.) (w/h/d) excluding projecting parts Mass (approx.) 190 g (6.7 oz) excluding power cord Rechargeable battery pack NP-FM50 Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity
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    START/STOP button (page 29) 7 Battery attachment (page 15) 8 Hooks for shoulder strap 136 Note on the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens fine images. The lens for your camcorder was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation. It adopts the MTF*
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    Identifying parts and controls 9 qf 0 qg qa qh qs qd 9 POWER switch (page 20) q; Mode dial (page 26) qa POWER/CHG lamp (page 16) qs Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (page 25) qd BATT (battery) release button (page 15) qf (USB) jack (page 92) qj qk qg REMOTE jack qh Lens cap (page 29) qj
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    on the intelligent accessory shoe •The intelligent accessory shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a microphone. •The intelligent accessory shoe is linked to the POWER switch, allowing you to turn the power supplied by the shoe on and off. Refer to the operating instructions of the
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    connected, it is preferred for an audio input source. wl PHOTO button (page 34) e; Power zoom lever (page 32) ea SUPER NS/COLOR SLOW S button (page 41) es NIGHTSHOT strap Attach the shoulder strap supplied with your camcorder to the hooks for the shoulder strap. Parts and controls/Index 139
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    rl t; ej Disc control buttons (page 55) N PLAY (playback) button X PAUSE button x STOP button ek BACK LIGHT button (page 41) el FADER button (page 50) r; REVIEW button (page 53) ra . PREV (previous) button (page 57) rs > NEXT (next) button (page 57) rd z REC button (page 107) rf RESET button rg
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    same name on the Remote Commander as on your camcorder function identically to the buttons on your camcorder. 1 9 q; 2 qa 3 qs 4 qd q; REC buttons (page 107) qa START/STOP button (page 29) qs REVIEW button (page 53) qd Power zoom buttons (page 32) qf / 57) SCAN/SLOW buttons (page qg
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    batteries by matching the + and - on the batteries to the + and - terminals in the battery camcorder from other Sony DVD players to avoid erroneous remote control operation. If you use another Sony DVD player in the DVD 2 Commander mode, it is recommended that you change the Commander mode of the DVD
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    wh wj 1 Recording mode (page 33, 112), Image size (page 38, 110) 2 Remaining battery time (page 18) 3 Zoom (page 60), Exposure (page 48) 4 FADER (page 50), page 47, 109), Volume (page 56), Date (page 58), Time (page 58) 9 Manual focus (page 49) 0 Burst (page 39, 110), Video flash ready (page 109),
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    37, 110 Image size 38, 110 "InfoLITHIUM" battery ...... 127 Infrared ray emitter 41 Intelligent accessory shoe .... 138 JPEG 40, 128 LANDSCAPE 47 LCD screen 19 LP 33 LUMI. (Luminance key) ........ 51 M, N Manual focus 49 MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack 139 Mirror mode 43 Moisture condensation
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    Parts and controls/Index On trademarks •DVD-VIDEO, DVD-RW, and the DVD-R logo are trademarks. •InfoLITHIUM is a trademark of Sony Corporation. •PlayStation is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. •Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft
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©2003 Sony Corporation
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.
DCR-DVD100/DVD200/DVD300
Digital
Video Camera
Recorder
Model No.
DCR-DVD
Model No.
AC-
Serial No.
Serial No.
SERIES
TM
DCR-DVD200
Digital Video Camera Recorder
DCR-DVD100/DVD200/DVD300