Sony DCR PC105 Operating Instructions
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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. Model No. DCR-PC105 Model - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the www.rbrc.org/ Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries. "Memory Stick" This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-PC105 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
the USB cable (p. 173) • Viewing images recorded on a "Memory Stick" using the USB cable (p. 181, 186) • Capturing images on a computer from your camcorder using the USB cable (p. 175, 176) • Converting an analog signal into digital to capture images onto the computer (p. 187) • DVD video creating - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
•PROGRAM AE (p. 64) - SPORTS - LANDSCAPE •Manual focus (p. 68) •Spot Focus (p. 70) Functions for using after recording •End search/Edit search/Rec Review (p. 40) •Data code (p. 44) •Tape PB ZOOM (p. 78)/Memory PB ZOOM (p. 151) •Zero set memory (p. 80) •Title search (p. 81) •Digital program - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
on a "Memory Stick 10 Getting Started Using this manual 12 Checking the supplied accessories .......... 14 Step 1 Preparing the power source ......... 15 Installing the battery pack 15 Charging the battery pack 16 Checking status of the battery pack - Battery Info 19 Using your camcorder on - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
the USB cable (For Windows users 163 Viewing pictures recorded on a tape on a computer - USB Streaming (For Windows users 173 Viewing images recorded on a "Memory Stick" on a computer (For Windows users 181 Connecting your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable (For Macintosh users 184 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 8
Quick Start Guide - Recording on tape Connecting the power cord Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 15). Open the jack cover. AC straight as far as possible into the cassette compartment with the window facing up. 3 Close the cassette compartment by pressing on the - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
Quick Start Guide Recording a MEMORY CAMERA VCR (CHG)OFF POWER LOCK When you purchase your camcorder, the clock is not set up yet. If you want to record the date When using the touch panel, press operation buttons lightly with your finger supporting the LCD panel from the back side of it. Do not - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike your camcorder because your camcorder is reading the data from the "Memory Stick" or recording data on the "Memory Stick." Do not turn the power off, remove the "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, image data breakdown may occur. How to - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
5 Press PHOTO deeper. The image displayed when you press PHOTO deeply is recorded on the "Memory Stick." 640 FINE MEMORY CAMERA When you purchase your camcorder, the clock is not set up yet. If you want to record the date and time for a picture, set the clock before recording (p. 23). Quick Start - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 12
of such materials may be contrary to the copyright laws. Note on connecting other equipment When you connect your camcorder to other video equipment or a computer using the USB cable or i.LINK cable, observe the shape of the jack. If you insert the plug forcibly, the jack may get damaged and it - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
Getting Started Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on repaired [a]. •Never leave your camcorder exposed to temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. •Be careful when placing the camera near a window - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
) (A button type lithium battery is built in.) 5 "Memory Stick" (p. 112) 6 USB cable (p. 160) 7 CD-ROM (SPVD-010 USB Driver) (p. 164) 8 Cleaning cloth (p. 222) 9 Battery terminal cover (p. 15) * The rechargeable battery pack (NP-FM30) supplied with your camcorder is not for sale. Contents of the - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power source Installing the battery pack Be sure to set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) when replacing the battery pack. (1) While sliding the BATT (battery) release lever in the direction of the arrow 1, slide the battery terminal cover in the direction of the - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
power source Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after charging it for your camcorder. Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). See page 216 for details of "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (1) Install the battery pack on your camcorder. (2) Connect the AC - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 17
Adaptor. •Your camcorder will be less balanced when placed on the table etc., with the battery pack NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D installed. When you use the AC Adaptor Place the AC Adaptor near a wall outlet. While using the AC Adaptor, if any trouble - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
370 430 645 Playing time with the LCD panel closed 135 220 450 530 785 Approximate minutes when you use a fully charged battery pack Note Approximate recording time and continuous playing time at 25°C (77°F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment. 18 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
min VIEWFINDER : 95 min Note The BATTERY INFO indicator may not appear in the following cases: - The battery pack is not installed. - Something is wrong with the battery pack. - The battery pack is fully discharged. Battery Info The number displayed as Battery Info is the approximate recording time - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
(p. 16). Connecting to a wall outlet •The AC Adaptor can supply power from a wall outlet even if the battery pack is attached to your camcorder. •The DC IN jack has "source priority." This means that the battery pack will not supply any power if the power cord is connected to the DC IN jack - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
2 Adjusting the grip belt The grip belt supplied with your camcorder can be used as an ordinary grip belt or a wrist Feed the belt through the belt adjuster and close the hand pad. Notes •Hold the camcorder, putting your wrist through the belt and your fingers lightly on the finger rest. •The hand - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
Step 2 Adjusting the grip belt 1 Hand pad 2 Strap ring 3 Belt adjuster 22 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
Memory Stick" as the data code. If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the date and time settings may be unset (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery installed in your camcorder USB STREAM LANGUAGE DEMO MODE 6 SETUP MENU EXIT CLOCK SET USB STREAM - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 24
Step 3 Setting the date and time To return to FN (Function) Press EXIT. Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder uses a 12-hour cycle. - 12:00 AM stands for midnight. - 12:00 PM stands for noon. 24 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 25
Started Step 4 Using the touch panel Your camcorder has operation buttons on the LCD screen. Touch the LCD screen directly with your finger to operate each function. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA for recording, VCR for playback, or MEMORY to use a "Memory Stick." (2) Press OPEN to open the LCD - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 26
BRT, VOL, END SCH PB ZOOM, DIG EFFT, BURN DVD, DATA CODE V SPD PLAY, A DUB CTRL, REC CTRL When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY During memory camera PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 SPOT FOCUS, SPOT METER, MENU, PLAY, PB FOLDR, EXPOSURE SELFTIMER, PLAY, MEM MIX LCD BRT, PLAY, VOL During - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 27
Getting Started Step 4 Using the touch panel Notes •When using the touch panel, press operation buttons lightly with your finger supporting the LCD panel from the back side of it. •Do not press the LCD screen with sharp objects such as a pen. •Do not press the - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 28
. The REC indicator appears. The camera recording lamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. VCR (CHG)OFF 3 LOCK switch POWER LOCK 1 Microphone MEMORY CAMERA 4 2 5 POWER 50min LOCK REC 0:00:01 Camera recording lamp VCR (CHG)OFF - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 29
your camcorder in standby for 5 minutes while the cassette is inserted Your camcorder automatically turns off. This is to save battery power and to prevent battery pack to the left, the POWER switch can no longer be set to MEMORY accidentally. The LOCK switch is set to the right as the default setting - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 30
JUL 4 2003 7 12:05:56PM FN 89 1 Remaining battery time 2 Cassette Memory This appears when using a cassette with Cassette Memory. 3 Recording mode 4 STBY/REC 5 Time code 6 Remaining tape This appears after you insert the cassette (p. 198). 7 Date The date appears about 5 seconds after the power is - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 31
and open it again, it takes about 1 minute for the correct remaining battery time in minutes to be displayed. Time code The time code indicates the rewrite only the time code later. Recording data The recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) are not displayed during recording. - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 32
Recording a picture When monitoring on the LCD screen You can turn the LCD panel over and move it back to your camcorder body with the LCD screen facing out. 180° Shooting with the mirror mode This feature allows the camera subject to view him- or herself on - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 33
, press FN and select PAGE2. When the POWER switch is set to VCR, press FN to display PAGE1. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY, press FN and select PAGE3. (2) Press LCD BRT. The screen to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen appears. (3) Adjust the brightness of the LCD - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 34
BACKLIGHT OFF Recording a picture Adjusting the LCD screen backlight When using your camcorder outdoors in strong sunlight, the battery life can be improved by setting the LCD BACKLIGHT switch to OFF. When using your camcorder indoors, set the LCD BACKLIGHT switch to ON. (The default setting is - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 35
recorded picture will not be affected. Shooting using the viewfinder is recommended when: - You cannot see the picture clearly on the LCD screen. - Battery consumption is a concern. Using the zoom feature Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. Using - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 36
away in the wide-angle position. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY You cannot use the digital zoom. Shooting backlit subjects - Back light function When use the back light function. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY. (2) Press BACK LIGHT. The . indicator appears on the screen. BACK - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 37
that if you record with NightShot, the picture may be recorded in incorrect or unnatural colors. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY. (2) Slide NIGHTSHOT to ON. The and "NIGHTSHOT" indicators flash on the screen. NIGHTSHOT OFF ON Infrared rays (NightShot Light) emitter To cancel NightShot - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 38
bright places (e.g., the outdoors in the daytime). Doing so may cause a malfunction. •If focusing is difficult during recording with NightShot, focus manually. •Do not cover the infrared rays emitter with your fingers during recording with NightShot. •If a conversion lens (optional) is attached, it - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 39
, you cannot use the following functions: - White balance - Fader - Digital effect - PROGRAM AE - Manual exposure - Flexible Spot Meter - Recording with the flash When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY You cannot use the following functions: - Super NightShot - Color Slow Shutter NightShot Light - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 40
/Rec Review You The last 5 seconds of the recorded section are played back and your camcorder returns to standby. To return to FN Press EXIT. To cancel end Memory, end search does not work once you eject the cassette after you have recorded on the tape. If you use a cassette with Cassette Memory - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 41
. If you press START/STOP, recording begins from the point you released 7/- or +. 7/- : To go backward + : To go forward Rec Review You can check the last recorded section. (1) Set the POWER switch recently will be played back for a few seconds, and then your camcorder will return to standby. 41 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 42
in the viewfinder. You can also control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR while pressing the small green button. (2) Press to return to PAGE1. 3 4 1 POWER LOCK VCR (CHG)OFF MEMORY CAMERA 5 OK 2 VOL The bar indicator 42 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 43
This is not a malfunction. To display the screen indicators - Display function Press DISPLAY/BATT INFO on your camcorder, or DISPLAY on the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. The indicators disappear from the screen. To make the indicators reappear, press DISPLAY/BATT INFO or DISPLAY on - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 44
CODE. (4) Select CAM DATA or DATE DATA, then press OK. (5) Press EXIT. Date/time 50min 0:00:23:01 date/time or the various data Select OFF in step 4. Various settings Various settings show your camcorder by a camcorder without the date and time set. Data code When you connect your camcorder to - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 45
PAGE3. (2) Press V SPD PLAY to display video control buttons. To change the playback direction Press during tape. To resume fastforwarding or rewinding, release the button. To view the picture at are played back then your camcorder stops. *1) Press *2) Press to pause playback. Press again - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 46
Playing back a tape Video control buttons Marks on your camcorder are different from those on the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. On your camcorder: To play back or pause the tape To stop the tape To rewind the tape To fastforward the tape To play back the tape slowly - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 47
operating instructions of your TV. Open the jack cover. Connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable. Then, set the TV/VCR selector on the TV to VCR to be able to view images from your camcorder. The supplied A/V connecting cable is equipped with an S video plug and a video plug - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 48
Viewing a recording on TV If your TV or VCR is a monaural type Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and the white or the red plug to the audio input jack on the VCR or the TV. If you connect the white - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 49
tape recording Insert a "Memory Stick" before operation. During tape recording standby The POWER switch should be set to . (1) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a still image appears. The CAPTURE indicator appears. Recording does not start yet. To change the still image, release PHOTO, select - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 50
recording You cannot check an image on the screen by pressing PHOTO lightly. During and after recording still images on the "Memory Stick" Your camcorder continues recording on the tape. Title You cannot record titles. Self-timer recording During recording standby, you can record still images - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 51
Advanced Recording Operations Self-timer recording You can record still images and moving pictures with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. PHOTO START/STOP PHOTO START/STOP Recording moving pictures on a tape The POWER switch should be set to . Operate by - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 52
with a beep. In the last 2 seconds, the beep gets faster, and then your camcorder records still images automatically. To stop the countdown for recording on a tape Press START/ the POWER switch is set to MEMORY You can also record still images on a "Memory Stick" with the self-timer (p. 135). 52 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 53
be set to or . Operate by touching the panel. (1) Press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press MENU. (3) Select WHT BAL in , then press EXEC (p. 192). MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT RED EYE R FLASH LVL WHT BAL AUTO SHTR EXIT AUTO HOLD OUTDOOR INDOOR EXEC RET. (4) Select the desired mode, then press - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 54
the INDOOR mode. If you did the following in the AUTO mode: - You remove the battery pack for replacement. - You bring your camcorder from indoors to outdoors holding the exposure, or vice versa. Point your camcorder at the white subject for about 10 seconds after setting the POWER switch to CAMERA - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 55
played back in the wide mode on a normal TV appears the same as the picture played back in the wide mode on your camcorder [a]. [a] [b] [d] 16:9WIDE [c] The POWER switch should be set to . Operate by touching the panel. (1) During recording standby, press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 56
a "Memory Stick" during tape compatible with the ID-1 system, the screen size is automatically selected. ID-2 system The ID-2 system sends a copyright protection signal with ID-1 signals inserted between video signals when you connect your camcorder to other equipment using the A/V connecting cable - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 57
Advanced Recording Operations Using the fader function You can fade in or out to give your recording a more professional appearance. [a] STBY REC NORM. FADER (normal) MOSC. FADER (mosaic) BOUNCE*1) *2) OVERLAP*2) WIPE*2) DOT*2) [b] STBY REC MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 58
. (5) Press EXIT to return to FN. The fader indicator you selected flashes. (6) Press START/STOP. After the fade in/out is carried out, your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode. START/STOP 2 FADER FADER OFF OK NORM. MOSC. BOUN- FADER FADER CE MONO- OVER- W I PE DOT TONE LAP - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 59
the image recorded when your camcorder was set to standby, and sets itself ready for fade in. During BOUNCE is on, you cannot use the following functions: - Zoom - Picture effect - Manual exposure - Flexible Spot Meter - Manual focus - PROGRAM AE - Recording on a "Memory Stick" Note on the BOUNCE - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 60
should be set to . Operate by touching the panel. (1) Press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press MENU. (3) Select P EFFECT in , then press EXEC (p. 192). MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT RED EYE R FLASH LVL WHT BAL AUTO SHTR EXIT OFF NEG. ART SEPIA B&W SOLARIZE PASTEL MOSAIC EXEC RET. (4) Select the - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 61
. The SLOW SHTR mode is good for recording dark pictures more brightly. OLD MOVIE You can add an old movie type atmosphere to pictures. Your camcorder automatically changes the screen format to wide and the color to sepia, and sets the appropriate shutter speed. STILL You can record a still image so - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 62
The screen to select a digital effect is displayed. (3) Press the desired mode. When you select STILL or LUMI., the still image is stored in memory. (4) Press - (to decrease the effect)/+ (to increase the effect) to adjust the effect. Items to adjust SLOW SHTR Shutter speed. The larger the shutter - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 63
work in the OLD MOVIE mode: - Wide mode - Picture effect - PROGRAM AE When recording in the SLOW SHTR mode Autofocus may not be effective. Focus manually using a tripod. 63 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 64
. LANDSCAPE*2) This mode is for when you record distant subjects such as mountains. Also it prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows when you record a subject behind glass or a screen. *1) Your camcorder focuses only on subjects in the middle to far distance. *2) Your - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 65
(2) Press MENU. (3) Select PROGRAM AE in , then press EXEC (p. 192). MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT RED EYE R FLASH LVL WHT BAL AUTO SHTR EXIT ON. - To record images on a "Memory Stick" using the MEMORY MIX. •When you set the POWER switch to MEMORY, the SPORTS mode does not work. (The indicator flashes - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 66
set to or . Operate by touching the panel. (1) Press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press EXPOSURE. The screen to adjust the exposure appears. (3) Press MANUAL. (4) Adjust the exposure using - (to dim) /+ (to brighten). (5) Press OK to return to PAGE1. 2 3 EXPO- AUTO OK SURE MANU- AL EXPOSURE - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 67
screen. The exposure is adjusted to the brightness of the point you selected. (4) Press OK to return to PAGE1. The EXPOSURE setting changes to the manual mode (p. 66). 2 SPOT METER SPOT METER AUTO OK To return to FN Press EXIT. To return to the automatic exposure Press AUTO on the SPOT - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 68
can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases. Normally, focus is adjusted automatically. •The autofocus mode is not effective when shooting: - Subjects through glass covered with - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 69
Focusing manually To cases: - When switching the focus adjustment mode from autofocus to manual - When turning the focus ring Focal distance information •This information in the dark. Use this information as a rough guide to achieve a sharp focus. •Correct information will not be received if - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 70
flashes on the screen. The focus of the point you selected is adjusted. (4) Press OK to return to PAGE1. The FOCUS setting changes to the manual mode (p. 68). 2 SPOT SPOT FOCUS FOCUS AUTO OK To return to FN Press EXIT. To return to the autofocus On the SPOT FOCUS screen, press - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 71
Advanced Recording Operations Interval Recording You can make time-lapse recordings by setting your camcorder to automatically record and standby sequentially. You can achieve excellent recordings of flowering, insects emerging, etc., with this function. Example 1 s 1 s [a] 9 min 59 s [b] 10 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 72
Interval Recording (8) Select the desired recording time, then press EXEC. The time: 0.5SEC y 1SEC y 1.5SEC y 2SEC (9) Press RET. (10) Set INT. REC to ON, then press EXEC. (11) Press EXIT to return to FN. The INTERVAL TAPE indicator flashes on the screen. (12) Press START/STOP to start Interval - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 73
, then press EXEC. (5) Press EXIT to return to FN. The FRAME REC indicator lights up. (6) Press START/STOP to start frame recording. Your camcorder makes a recording for about 6 frames, and returns to recording standby. (7) Move the subject, and repeat step 6. To cancel frame recording Set FRAME REC - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 74
viewfinder. The POWER switch should be set to or . Operate by touching the panel. (1) Turn the LCD panel over and move it back to your camcorder body with the LCD screen facing out, then pull out the viewfinder. (2) Press OFF. The PANEL OFF indicator appears on the screen. (3) Press OK. The - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 75
the POWER switch is set to CAMERA [b] When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY To make the buttons on the LCD screen disappear Press OK. Note When the POWER switch is set time Available recording time with the installed battery pack in this case is the same as with only the viewfinder (p. 18). 75 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 76
PAGE1. (2) Press MENU. (3) Select P EFFECT in , then press EXEC. MANUAL SET P EFFECT EXIT OFF NEG. ART SEPIA B&W SOLARIZE EXEC RET. (4) Select camcorder while you are processing the image using picture effect. Record images on a "Memory Stick" (p. 126, 137), or on a VCR using your camcorder - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 77
using digital effect. •You cannot record images on the tape on your camcorder while you are processing the image using digital effect. Record images on a "Memory Stick" (p. 126, 137), or on a VCR using your camcorder as a player. Pictures processed by digital effect These pictures are not output - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 78
Enlarging images recorded on tape - Tape PB ZOOM Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on a "Memory Stick" (p. 151). The POWER switch should be set to . Operate by touching the panel. (1) During playback or playback pause, press FN and select - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 79
are processing the image using tape PB ZOOM. However, you can record images on a "Memory Stick" (p. 126) or on a VCR using your camcorder as a player. •You cannot record moving pictures on the "Memory Stick" on your camcorder when you have processed the picture using tape PB ZOOM. Images enlarged by - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 80
locating a scene - Zero set memory Your camcorder automatically searches for the desired scene that occurs at "0:00:00" on the tape counter. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. The POWER switch should be set to . (1) During playback, press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander at the - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 81
by title - Title search Use a cassette with Cassette Memory for this operation. Use the Remote Commander for this operation TITLE SEARCH t DATE SEARCH (no indicator) (2) Press . or > on the Remote Commander to select the title for playback. Your camcorder automatically starts playback of - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 82
SEARCH (no indicator) (2) Press . or > on the Remote Commander to select the date for playback. Your camcorder automatically starts playback of the scene having the date you selected. 1 SEARCH M. x 2 DATE SEARCH 1 SEP / 5 / 03 2 SEP / 6 / 03 3 DEC / 24 / 03 4 JAN / 1 / 04 5 FEB / 11 / 04 6 APR - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 83
is less than 2 minutes, your camcorder may not accurately find the point where the recording date changes. If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions Date search may not work correctly. Cassette Memory The cassette with Cassette Memory can hold 6 recording date data. If you search the - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 84
can dub or edit on the VCR connected to your camcorder using your camcorder as a player. You can connect either the A/V connecting cable (supplied) or i.LINK cable (optional). If you connect with the i.LINK cable (optional), video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 85
a tape With the i.LINK cable DV Interface VCR i.LINK i.LINK cable (optional) : Signal flow About i.LINK See page 218 for details. Pictures processed by picture effect, digital effect or PB ZOOM These are not output through the DV Interface. When using the i.LINK cable Recording of only the - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 86
cable Titles, screen indicators, Cassette Memory contents, and "Memory Stick" index screen lettering cannot be recorded. The POWER switch should be set to . (1) Insert a blank tape (or the tape you want to record over) into the VCR, and insert the recorded tape into your camcorder. (2) Prepare - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 87
by frame. You can set up to 20 programs. Your camcorder can dub on the "Memory Stick." See page 139 for details. Unwanted scene Unwanted scene Digital program editing (Dubbing the tape) (p. 96). Note When editing digital video, the operation signals to the VCR cannot be sent with LANC jack. Step - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 88
the camcorder and VCR using the A/V connecting cable, the signal is emitted from the infrared rays emitter of your camcorder to input mode. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press MENU. (4) Select VIDEO EDIT in , then press EXEC. (5) Select TAPE, then press EXEC. (6) instructions of your VCR. 88 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 89
(on tape) 4 OTHERS BEEP COMMANDER D I SPL AY V I DEO ED I T EXIT RETURN TAPE MEMORY EXEC RET. 7 V I DEO ED I T ED I T SET CONTROL ADJ TEST "CUT - I R TEST PB EXEC RET. (13) Locate the infrared rays emitter of your camcorder and face it towards the remote sensor of the VCR about 30 cm (12 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 90
V I DEO ED I T ED I T SET CONTROL ADJ TEST "CUT - I N" "CUT -OUT" I R SETUP PAUSEMODE I R TEST END COMPLETE EXEC RET. Note When you connect with the i.LINK cable, you may not be able to operate the dubbing function correctly, depending on the VCR. Set CONTROL to IR in the menu settings of your - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 91
Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing (on tape) Brand About the IR SETUP code The IR SETUP code is stored in the memory of your camcorder. Be sure to set the correct code, depending on your VCR. Default setting is code number 3. IR SETUP code Brand IR SETUP code Editing * TV/ - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 92
the code in "About the IR SETUP code" (p. 91), set the IR SETUP or the PAUSEMODE again. •Place your camcorder at least 30 cm (12 in.) away from the VCR. •Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. Step 3: Adjusting the synchronization of the VCR You can adjust the synchronization of your - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 93
recorded properly. Be sure to allow about 10 seconds' lead before starting the recording. •When the recording unit cannot be operated properly by the i.LINK cable, leave the connection as it is, and make the A/V connecting cable settings (p. 88). Video and audio are sent by digital signals. 93 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 94
your camcorder, then insert the tape for recording into the VCR. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press MENU. (4) Select VIDEO up to 20 programs. 4 OTHERS BEEP COMMANDER D I SPL AY V I DEO ED I T EXIT RETURN TAPE MEMORY EXEC RET. 9 V I DEO ED I T 0:09:07:06 MARK START ED I T UNDO I N - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 95
Editing Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing (on tape) To finish making programs Press END. The program is stored in memory until the tape is ejected. Note You cannot operate recording during Digital program editing. On a blank portion of the tape You cannot set IN or - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 96
pause. When you use the i.LINK cable, you do not need to set the VCR to record pause. (3) Press FN to display PAGE1. (4) Press MENU. (5) Select VIDEO EDIT in , then press EXEC. (6) Select TAPE, then press EXEC. (7) Press START. (8) Press EXEC. Your camcorder searches for the beginning of the first - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 97
another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has video/ audio outputs. Use your camcorder as a recorder. You can connect either the A/V connecting cable (supplied) or i.LINK cable (optional). If you connect with the i.LINK cable (optional), video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 98
DV IN indicator may appear on both equipment. •Recording of only the picture or sound cannot be done. Selecting a video jack The supplied A/V connecting cable is equipped with an S video plug and a video plug. Change the setting for the jack depending on the VCR or the TV. The default setting is - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 99
to LCD in the menu settings when using the A/V connecting cable. (The default setting is LCD.) The POWER switch should be set to . Operate by touching the panel. (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder. If you are recording a tape from the VCR, insert the - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 100
just before the insert start point [a], then set the VCR to playback pause. (2) On your camcorder, locate the insert end point [c], then set it to playback pause. (3) Press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander. The ZERO SET MEMORY indicator flashes and the end point of the insert is stored in - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 101
X on the VCR, and after a few seconds press REC START on your camcorder to start inserting the new scene with sound. Inserting automatically stops near the zero zero set memory function is canceled. 3 ZERO SET MEMORY 0:00:00 ZERO SET MEMORY To change the insert end point Press ZERO SET MEMORY on - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 102
-in microphone - Connecting the microphone (optional) to the MIC jack - Connecting the microphone (optional) to the intelligent accessory shoe - Connecting the A/V connecting cable to the AUDIO/VIDEO jack The audio input to be recorded will take precedence over others in the following order: - MIC - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 103
accessory shoe Intelligent accessory shoe Microphone (optional) Editing Connecting the A/V connecting cable to the AUDIO/VIDEO jack Audio equipment LINE OUT AUDIO L L R AUDIO R Do not connect the S video plug (black) and video (yellow) plug. Red White AUDIO/ VIDEO A/V connecting cable - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 104
automatically stops at the point where ZERO SET MEMORY was pressed. We recommend that you usually add new sound on a tape recorded only with your camcorder If you add new sound on the tape recorded with another camcorder (including another DCR-PC105), the sound quality may deteriorate. 104 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 105
balance between the original sound (ST1) and the new sound (ST2), then press EXEC. About 5 minutes after you disconnect the power source or remove the battery pack, the setting of AUDIO MIX returns to the original sound (ST1) only. The default setting is original sound only. Editing 105 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 106
and cassette label data, the cassette can have only up to about 11 titles of 5 characters each. Cassette Memory capacity is as follows: - 6 date data (maximum) - 1 cassette label (maximum) The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. or . (1) Insert a cassette with Cassette - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 107
Superimposing a title on a cassette with Cassette Memory To use the custom title If you want to use the custom title, select in step 5. The titles superimposed with your camcorder •They appear only by DV format video equipment with index titler function. •The point you superimposed the title - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 108
Superimposing a title on a cassette with Cassette Memory Erasing a title The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. or . (1) Press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press MENU. (3) Select TITLEERASE in , - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 109
takes 5 minutes or longer to enter characters during tape recording standby with the cassette inserted in your camcorder The power automatically goes off. The characters you have entered remain stored in memory. Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) once and then to CAMERA again, then start again from - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 110
cursor to select the next character. Repeat the same procedure as steps 5 and 6 to complete the label. (7) Press SET. The label is stored in memory. 4 TAPE TITLE EXIT ABC DEF T t GH I JKL MNO 123 678 45 90 PQR TUV WXY ' . , SET S Z /- 5 TAPE TITLE EXIT [ G ABC DEF T t GH I JKL MNO - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 111
Editing Erasing all the data in Cassette Memory The following data saved in Cassette Memory can be completely erased at a time: - Date data - Title data - Cassette label The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. or . (1) Press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press MENU. (3) - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 112
," a dedicated adaptor may be needed depending on the type of the device. *3) The camcorder cannot record or play back the data that need the MagicGate function. Trouble-free operation for all Memory Stick media is not guaranteed. File format for still images: Exif *4) Ver.2.2 *4) Exif is a file - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 113
position and shape of the write-protect tab may be different depending on the model. Rear side of the "Memory Stick" Terminal Write-protect tab Notes on the "Memory Stick" Stick the label on the labeling position. Do not attach any other material than the supplied label on the labeling position - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 114
the unit. On "Memory Stick PRO" "Memory Stick PRO" with a capacity of up to 1 GB is guaranteed to be operational on this camcorder. A "Memory Stick" formatted by a computer A "Memory Stick" formatted by Windows OS or Macintosh OS is not guaranteed to be compatible with your camcorder. Notes on image - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 115
lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike your camcorder because your camcorder is reading the data from the "Memory Stick" or recording the data on the "Memory Stick." Do not turn the power off, remove the "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, image data breakdown may occur. If - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 116
Selecting image quality and size Selecting still image quality The default setting is FINE. The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. or . (1) Press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press MENU. (3) Select STILL SET in , then press EXEC. (4) Select QUALITY, then press EXEC. (5) - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 117
"Memory Stick" Operations Selecting image quality and size Selecting the still image size You × 480 REMAIN 12 r R EXEC RET. Memory capacity of still images Recorded images are compressed in JPEG format before being stored in memory. The memory capacity of still images varies depending on the - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 118
Selecting image quality and size Selecting the moving picture size You can select either picture size 320 × 240 or 160 × 112. The default setting is 320 × 240. The POWER switch should be set to Operate by touching the panel. or . (1) Press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press MENU. (3) Select MOVIE - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 119
on which image quality mode you select and the complexity of the subject. Still images Type of "Memory Stick" FINE STANDARD 1152 × 864 640 × 480 1152 × 864 640 × 480 8 MB (supplied) still images and time you can record moving pictures on a "Memory Stick" formatted with your camcorder. 119 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 120
image on a "Memory Stick"- Memory photo recording The POWER switch should be set to . (1) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly and check the image. The green z indicator stops flashing, then lights up. The brightness of the image and the focus are adjusted and fixed while your camcorder targets at the - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 121
power or press PHOTO. When you press PHOTO on the Remote Commander Your camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen when you press the (date/time or various settings when recorded) does not appear during recording. However, they are recorded automatically onto a "Memory Stick." - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 122
Recording a still image on a "Memory Stick" - Memory photo recording Recording images continuously You can record still images continuously. Before recording, select the desired mode described below in the menu settings. NORMAL [a] ( ) Your camcorder shoots up to 4 still images in 1152 × 864 size - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 123
images The flash does not work. When shooting with the self-timer or the Remote Commander Your camcorder automatically records up to the maximum number of still images. If remaining capacity on the "Memory Stick" is less than for 3 images EXP BRKTG does not work. " FULL" appears when you press PHOTO - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 124
Recording a still image on a "Memory Stick" - Memory photo recording Recording images with the flash In a dark place, the flash automatically pops up to strobe. The default setting is auto (no indicator). To - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 125
flash, it takes longer to prepare for image capture. This is because your camcorder starts to charge the flash, after it pops up. •The flash charge lamp - Manual exposure - Flexible Spot Meter (auto red-eye reduction) During recording images continuously The flash does not work. "Memory Stick" - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 126
from the tape. Title You cannot record the titles. Recording date/time The date/time when it is recorded on the "Memory Stick" is recorded. Various settings are not recorded. When you press PHOTO on the Remote Commander Your camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen when you - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 127
When connecting with the A/V connecting cable, set DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) Also, select the video jack for connection (p. 98). on, your camcorder may not be able to record the image, or the recorded image may appear jagged. "Memory Stick" Operations 127 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 128
the blue area of the moving picture will be swapped with a still image. M. OVERLAP (Memory Overlap) You can make a moving picture you are recording with your camcorder fade in on top of a still image recorded on a "Memory Stick." You can select M. OVERLAP only when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 129
not be able to play modified images back with your camcorder. Recording a superimposed image to the tape Before operation •Insert the "Memory Stick" containing the still images into your camcorder. •Insert the tape for recording into your camcorder. The POWER switch should be set to . Operate by - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 130
Superimposing a still image in a "Memory Stick" on an image - MEMORY MIX (5) Press -/+ in the lower left corner still image to be superimposed Press -/+ in the lower right corner before step 5. To cancel MEMORY MIX Press OFF to return to PAGE2. When you select M. OVERLAP You cannot change the still - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 131
Superimposing a still image in a "Memory Stick" on an image - MEMORY MIX Recording a superimposed image to the "Memory Stick" as a still image Before operation Insert the "Memory Stick" containing the still images into your camcorder. Image size of still images is automatically set to 640 × 480. - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 132
Interval Photo Recording You can carry out a time-lapse recording by setting the camcorder to automatically record still images. Example [a] [a] [a] [b] [b] [a] Memory photo recording [b] INTERVAL 10 minutes The POWER switch should be set to . Operate by touching the panel. (1) Press FN - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 133
and sound are recorded up to the full capacity of the "Memory Stick" (MPEG MOVIE EX). The POWER switch should be set to . Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The camera recording lamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. The - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 134
an external flash (optional) Turn the power of the external flash off when recording moving pictures on the "Memory Stick." Otherwise, the charging sound of the flash may be recorded. Recording date/time The date/time do not appear during recording. However, they are automatically recorded onto the - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 135
-timer recording You can record still images and moving pictures on the "Memory Stick" with the selftimer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this last 2 seconds of the countdown, the beep gets faster, and then your camcorder records still images automatically. "Memory Stick" Operations 135 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 136
Self-timer recording Recording moving pictures The POWER switch should be set to . Operate by touching the panel. (1) Follow steps 1 to 3 in "Recording still images" (p. 135). (2) Press START/STOP. The self-timer starts counting down from about 10 seconds with a beep. In the last 2 seconds of - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 137
can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as a moving picture on a "Memory Stick." Before operation Insert the recorded cassette and a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. The POWER switch should be set to . Operate by touching the panel. (1) Press . The picture recorded - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 138
by your camcorder has been recorded. Connect the A/V connecting cable to input images played back on an external device (p. 97). Data code recorded on the tape Instead of the date/time when the picture was recorded on the tape, the date/time when the picture is recorded on the "Memory Stick - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 139
touching the panel. (1) Insert the cassette for playback, and the "Memory Stick" for recording into your camcorder. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press MENU. (4) Select VIDEO EDIT in , then press EXEC. (5) Select MEMORY, then press EXEC. (6) Repeat pressing IMAGESIZE to select the desired size - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 140
stop dubbing Press CANCEL. The program you made is recorded on the "Memory Stick" up to the place where you pressed CANCEL. To end Digital program editing Your camcorder stops when the dubbing ends. Then the display returns to VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings. Press END to end Digital program editing - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 141
" Operations Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture - Digital program editing (on a "Memory Stick") Note Your camcorder may stop recording the image, or the recorded image may appear jagged: - If the tape has the blank portion - If the tape is in poor - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 142
Changing the recording folder You can create folders on a "Memory Stick." You can group images by selecting a folder for each recording, for convenient later reference. The default setting is the "101MSDCF" folder in which images are - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 143
FOLDER in , then press EXEC. REC FOLDER 101MSDCF 102MSDCF 103MSDCF 104MSDCF 101 EXIT DATE : JUL 4 2003 12:24:00 AM FILES 40 EXEC (4) Press r/R to your camcorder. •As the number of folders increases, the number of recordable images in the "Memory Stick" decreases. "Memory Stick" Operations - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 144
at a time arranged in the same order they are in the "Memory Stick" by selecting the index screen. You can also use the Remote previous image)/+ (to see the next image) on your camcorder to select the desired still image. To stop memory photo playback Press CAM. When no file is in the folder - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 145
mark 6 Print mark 7 Recording date/time/Various settings Recording data To display the recording data (date/time or various settings when screen if the file is corrupted or the file is unreadable. When the "Memory Stick" contains multiple folders The following icons appear on the screen on the first - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 146
To display the next 6 images -MARK MARK DEL EXIT 1 1 2 32 4 5 6 T 1 / 8 101 t 1 B mark 2 Image serial number in the current playback folder on the "Memory Stick" To return to FN Press EXIT. To return to the normal playback screen (single screen) Press the image you want to display. 146 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 147
Viewing a moving picture - MPEG MOVIE playback You can view the moving pictures recorded in the "Memory Stick." The POWER switch should be set to . Operate by touching the panel. (1) Press PLAY. The last recorded image appears. (2) Press - (to see the previous picture)/+ ( - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 148
Viewing a moving picture - MPEG MOVIE playback Playing back a picture from a particular segment Moving pictures recorded on a "Memory Stick" can be divided into up to 60 parts. You can select a part and begin playback from that point. The number of parts varies according to - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 149
of recorded pictures in the current playback folder 4 Playback folder 5 Memory playback time 6 Protect mark 7 Recording date/time (Various settings appear as "- - -".) Recording date/time To display the recording date/time, press DATA CODE during playback (p. 44). "Memory Stick" Operations 149 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 150
then press END to return to PAGE1. PB FOLDER END 101 FOLDER NAME : 101MSDCF DATE : JUL 4 2003 12:24:00 AM FILES : 50 - : To select the next folder (4) Press EXIT to play back the image. Note Your camcorder does not recognize folders created or renamed using the computer. Current playback - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 151
Enlarging a still image recorded on a "Memory Stick" - Memory PB ZOOM You can enlarge the still images. The POWER switch should ratio T: To increase the zoom ratio 3 5 PB ZOOM 640 1/8 101 PB ZOOM MEMORY PLAY 101-0001 END To cancel memory PB ZOOM Press END. "Memory Stick" Operations 151 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 152
but cannot be displayed at the center of the screen. Moving pictures recorded on the "Memory Stick" Memory PB ZOOM does not work. To record the images processed by Memory PB ZOOM on the "Memory Stick" Press PHOTO when the image is being displayed. The image size automatically becomes 640 × 480 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 153
back the images in the folder selected in the PB FOLDR setting * The folder name appears in sss. (5) Press START. Your camcorder plays back the images recorded on the "Memory Stick" in sequence. When all images are played back, slide show automatically stops and returns to the first image. To cancel - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 154
. The - indicator disappears from the image. Note Formatting erases all information on a "Memory Stick," including protected image data. Check the contents of the "Memory Stick" before formatting. If the write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK You cannot protect an image or vice versa - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 155
"Memory Stick" Operations Deleting images - DELETE You can delete all images or selected images. Deleting selected images The POWER restore it. Check the images to delete carefully before deleting them. If the write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK You cannot delete images. 155 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 156
Deleting images - DELETE Deleting selected images on the index screen The POWER switch should be set to . Operate by touching the panel. (1) Press INDEX. (2) Press DEL. Then press the image you want to delete. The number of the selected image is highlighted. (3) Press EXEC. The DELETE? - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 157
ALL FILES FOLDER 101 r R EXEC RET. (4) Select ALL FILES or FOLDER sss*, then press EXEC. ALL FILES : To delete all of the images in the "Memory Stick" FOLDER sss* : To delete the images in the folder selected in the PB FOLDR setting * The folder name appears in sss. (5) Select OK, then press - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 158
images later. However, you cannot specify the number of printing. Your camcorder conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard for specifying the from the image. If the write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK You cannot write or erase on still images. Moving - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 159
"Memory Stick" Operations Changing the image size - Resize After recording, camcorder. •You cannot select image quality (FINE or STANDARD) when resizing. •Resizing may increase the memory capacity, depending on the image size. Memory capacity when resizing Image size 640 × 480 320 × 240 Memory - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 160
USB port, editing software Reference pages For For Windows Macintosh Users Users 163 - 172 - 173 - 180 161 - 187 - 188 189 - 190 163 - 172 184 - 185 181 - 183 186 When connecting to a computer with the USB port, complete installation of the USB driver before connecting your camcorder - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 161
the DV port The computer must have a DV port and editing software installed that can read video signals. You can use the supplied "ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony" as editing software. Computer DV Interface i.LINK cable (optional) i.LINK : Signal flow Capturing images with "ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 162
is used on your camcorder, or if a "Memory Stick" in your camcorder was formatted from your computer when the USB cable was connected. •Do not compress the data on the "Memory Stick." Compressed files cannot be played back on your camcorder. Software •Depending on your application software, the file - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 163
). Furthermore, if you download pictures from your camcorder to the computer, you can process or edit them in image processing software and append them to e-mail. You can view images recorded on the "Memory Stick" on a computer. System requirements when connecting with the USB cable and viewing tape - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 164
Connecting your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable (For Windows users) System requirements when connecting with USB cable and viewing the "Memory Stick" images on a computer OS: Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 165
your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable (For Windows users) (3) Select "Handycam" on the screen. Click The title screen appears. (4) Move the cursor to "USB Driver" and click. This starts USB driver installation. Click (5) Follow the on-screen messages to install the USB driver. (6) Remove - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 166
your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable (For Windows users) Installing Image Transfer Make sure USB driver installation is complete. This function enables image data recorded on the "Memory Stick" to be automatically transferred (copied) to your computer. If you are using Windows 2000 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 167
Connecting your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable (For Windows users) Installing ImageMixer Make sure USB driver installation is complete. "ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony" is an application that can capture or edit images, or create video CDs. To install and use this software in Windows 2000 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 168
your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable (For Windows users) MEMORY MIX Album Once "ImageMixer" is installed, the MEMORY MIX album is created in "Album" of "ImageMixer" and sample images are stored in there. Those sample images can be transferred from the MEMORY MIX album to a "Memory Stick - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 169
cable (supplied) USB port (4) Follow the on-screen messages so that the Add Hardware Wizard recognizes that the USB drivers have been installed. Be sure to allow the installation to complete without interrupting it. You cannot install the USB driver if the "Memory Stick" is not in your camcorder - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 170
using the USB cable (For Windows users) If you cannot install the USB driver The USB driver has been registered incorrectly as the computer was connected to your camcorder before installation of the USB driver was complete. Follow the procedure below to correctly install the USB driver. Viewing - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 171
Connecting your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable (For Windows users) 5 Select and delete the underlined devices below. Windows 98SE Windows Me Viewing Images with your Computer Windows 2000 Windows XP 171 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 172
Windows users) 6 Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) on your camcorder, then disconnect the USB cable. 7 Restart the computer. Step 2: Install the USB driver on the supplied CD-ROM Follow the entire procedure in "Installing the USB driver" on page 164. Viewing images recorded on the "Memory Stick - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 173
recorded on a tape on a computer - USB Streaming (For Windows users) Capturing images with "ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony" You need to install the USB driver and ImageMixer to view pictures recorded on the tape on a computer (p. 164, 167). If you are using Windows 2000, log in with permission of - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 174
Viewing pictures recorded on a tape on a computer - USB Streaming (For Windows users) (10) Click . Monitor window (11) Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder to the USB port on the computer using the supplied USB cable. Computer (USB) jack USB cable (supplied) USB port 174 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 175
- USB Streaming (For Windows users) (12) Click to start playback. You can control video operations with the buttons on the screen. The picture from the tape appears on the monitor window on the computer. Monitor window Video control buttons Viewing pictures live from your camcorder (1) Follow - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 176
Viewing pictures recorded on a tape on a computer - USB Streaming (For Windows users) Capturing moving pictures Monitor window Thumbnail list window Video control buttons (1) Click . (2) Click the album in which you want to capture the movie. (3) Click to start playback. (4) Looking at the - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 177
out any "Memory Stick" operations during USB Streaming. If image data cannot be transferred by the USB connection The USB driver has been registered incorrectly as the computer was connected to your camcorder before installation of the USB driver was complete. Reinstall the USB driver following the - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 178
USB Streaming (For Windows users) Making Video CDs - Easy Video CD This function makes it simple to create a video CD by capturing images recorded on a tape or images live from your camcorder Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder to the USB port on the computer using the supplied USB cable. (5) - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 179
USB Streaming (For Windows users) Capturing images live from your camcorder onto a CD-R Before operation Eject the cassette. If you leave your camcorder Video CDs you create. To play back Video CDs on a computer, you need to have Video CD software installed. You can play back Video CDs with Windows - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 180
- USB Streaming (For Windows users) Created Video CDs for Sony." (1) Click the located in the upper-right corner of the screen. The ImageMixer's Manual screen Sony" is the product of PIXELA corporation. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the CD-ROM supplied with your camcorder. 180 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 181
images with ImageMixer. Before operation You need to install the USB driver, Image Transfer and ImageMixer to view the "Memory Stick" images on a computer. (1) Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load. (2) Insert the "Memory Stick" into your camcorder, then connect the AC Adaptor to your - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 182
install the USB driver to view the "Memory Stick" images on a computer (p. 164). •An application such as Windows Media Player must be installed to play back moving pictures in Windows environment. (1) Turn on the computer and allow Windows to load. (2) Insert the "Memory Stick" into your camcorder - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 183
) File DSC0ssss.JPG MOV0ssss.MPG Meaning Still image file Moving picture file Disconnect the USB cable and remove the "Memory Stick" or set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) For Windows 2000, Windows Me, or Windows XP users (1) Move the cursor to "Unplug or Eject Hardware" on the Task Tray and click - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 184
users) When connecting to a computer with the USB cable You must install a USB driver onto a computer to connect your camcorder to the computer's USB port. The USB driver can be found on the CD-ROM supplied, along with the application software required for viewing images. System requirements Mac - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 185
Camcorder USB Driver •Sony Camcorder USB Shim (6) When the message appears, click "OK." The USB driver is installed on the computer. (7) Remove the CD-ROM from the computer. (8) Restart the computer. For Mac OS 9.1/9.2/Mac OS X (v10.0/v10.1/v10.2) The USB driver need not be installed. Your camcorder - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 186
operation •You need to install the USB driver to view the "Memory Stick" images on a computer (p. 164). •QuickTime 3.0 or later must be installed to play back moving pictures. (1) Turn on the computer and allow Mac OS to load. (2) Insert the "Memory Stick" into your camcorder, then connect the AC - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 187
procedures depend on the computer and the software which you use. For details on how to capture images, refer to the operating instructions of the computer and software. Black VCR Yellow Computer OUT S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO AUDIO/ VIDEO A/V connecting cable (supplied) : Signal flow White Red ii - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 188
•You need the software and computer that support the exchange of digital video signals. •Depending on the condition of the analog video signals, the computer may not be able to output images correctly when you convert video signals into digital video signals via your camcorder. Depending on the - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 189
takes several hours to create a DVD, powering your camcorder from the AC outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor is recommended. * The computer must be equipped with a DVD-R drive and "Click to DVD" (Sony original software) Ver.1.2 or later must be installed. For details, refer to the on-line help of - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 190
seconds on the tape is detected. •A recording date older than the previous image is detected. is detected. Even if you disconnect the i.LINK cable or set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG camcorder in the following cases: - While the tape is running. - While images are being recorded on a "Memory Stick." - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 191
- Customizing your Camcorder - Changing the menu settings To change the mode settings in the RET. to return For details, see "Selecting the mode setting of each item" (p. 192). 2 MENU MANUAL SET EXIT PROGRAM AE P EFFECT RED EYE R FLASH LVL WHT BAL AUTO SHTR 3 OTHERS EXIT WORLD TIME - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 192
The screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment. Icon/item MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE Mode -- Meaning POWER switch To suit your specific shooting requirement the external flash (optional) is not compatible. Note on the electronic shutter The electronic shutter is the function - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 193
excessive camera-shake. •Attachment of a conversion lens (optional) may interfere with the SteadyShot function. If you cancel SteadyShot The (SteadyShot off) indicator appears. Your camcorder prevents excessive compensation for camera-shake. (continued on the following page) Customizing your - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 194
using your camcorder (p. 187) To use the video plug of the A/V connecting cable when recording from a player To use the S video plug of the A/V connecting cable when recording and VF B.L. •When you select BRIGHT, battery life is reduced by about 10 percent during recording. •When you use power - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 195
Changing the menu settings Customizing your Camcorder Icon/item MEM SET 1 STILL SET BURST QUALITY IMAGESIZE is created or the recording folder is changed. To reset the file numbering each time the "Memory Stick" is changed When you select image quality The number of images you can shoot in the - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 196
. - Operate buttons. - Remove the "Memory Stick." •The "Memory Stick" has been formatted at factory. Formatting with your camcorder is not required. •You cannot format the "Memory Stick" if the write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK. •Format the "Memory Stick" if the " FORMAT ERROR - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 197
you have superimposed (p. 108) To display the title you have superimposed To not display the title (p. 107) To search using Cassette Memory (p. 81, 82) To search without using Cassette Memory (p. 83) To label the cassette (p. 110) To cancel erasing all the data To erase all the data in Cassette - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 198
switch to VCR or CAMERA and inserting a cassette, then your camcorder calculates the remaining amount of tape • For about 8 seconds after LP mode, we recommend using a Sony Excellence/Master mini DV cassette so that you can get the most out of your camcorder. •You cannot make audio dubbing on - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 199
date or time (p. 23) POWER switch USB STREAM LANGUAGE DEMO MODE z OFF To deactivate the USB Streaming function ON To activate the USB Streaming •You cannot select DEMO MODE when the cassette or the "Memory Stick" is inserted in your camcorder. •When NIGHTSHOT is slid to ON, the "NIGHTSHOT" - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 200
LAMP VIDEO EDIT Mode -- z MELODY NORMAL OFF z ON OFF z LCD V-OUT/LCD z ON OFF z RETURN TAPE MEMORY Memory Stick" (p. 139) Note If you press DISPLAY/BATT INFO with DISPLAY set to V-OUT/LCD in the menu settings, the picture from a TV or VCR will not appear on the LCD screen even when your camcorder - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 201
- Types of trouble and how to correct trouble 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. If "C:ss:ss" appears on the screen, the self-diagnosis - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 202
correct trouble Symptom cassette or a "Memory Stick" inserted, your camcorder automatically starts the demonstration. c Insert a cassette or a "Memory Stick" or press the off or the power source is not installed. c Turn on the external flash (optional) or install the power source. • Two or more - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 203
video head may be dirty. c Clean the head using a cleaning cassette (optional) (p. 222). Date search by selecting the date from the screen does not work. • The cassette has no Cassette Memory. c Use a cassette with Cassette Memory of the TV. (continued on the following page) Troubleshooting 203 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 204
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble During recording and playback Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions The power does not turn on. • The battery pack is not installed, or is dead or nearly dead. c Install a charged battery pack (p. 15, 16). • The AC Adaptor is not connected to a wall - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 205
record again (p. 155). • The "Memory Stick" formatted incorrectly is inserted. c Format the "Memory Stick" using your camcorder or use another "Memory Stick" (p. 114, 196). • The write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK. c Release the lock (p. 113). • Your camcorder can play back the - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 206
trouble Symptom You cannot write a print mark on a still image. You cannot resize an image. You cannot play back images in actual size. You cannot play back image data. Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK. c Release on your camcorder. 206 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 207
code (p. 91). Digital program editing to the "Memory Stick" does not function. • Setting a program on a blank portion of the tape is attempted. c Set the program again on a recorded portion (p. 139). The Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder does not work. • COMMANDER is set to OFF - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 208
driver (p. 164, 170). • USB STREAM is set to OFF in the menu settings. c Set it to ON (p. 199). The cassette cannot be ejected even if • Moisture has started to condense in your camcorder the cassette lid is open. (p. 221). The cassette cannot be ejected. c Remove the battery pack, then install - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 209
Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and inform them of the 5-digit code. (e.g., E:61:10) 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. Troubleshooting 209 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 210
The battery pack is dead or nearly dead Slow flashing: • The battery pack is nearly dead. Depending on operational, environmental or battery conditions Memory Stick."* Warning indicator for "Memory Stick" formatting* Fast flashing: • The "Memory Stick" data is corrupted (p. 115). • The "Memory Stick - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 211
• REC MODE • TAPE • "i.LINK" CABLE • FULL • - • NO FILE • NO MEMORY STICK • AUDIO ERROR • MEMORY STICK ERROR • FORMAT ERROR • PLAY ERROR • REC ERROR • INCOMPATIBLE MEMORY STICK Set the date and time (p. 23). Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (p. 16, 216). The video heads are dirty (p. 222). The - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 212
camcorder while formatting the "Memory Stick."* • NOW CHARGING Charging the built-in flash or an external flash (optional) does not work correctly.* • FOLDER NO. FULL You have reached the maximum number of folders that can be created on a "Memory Stick."* • USB STREAMING ON GOING USB Streaming - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 213
. We recommend that you use cassettes with Cassette Memory. IC memory is mounted on this type of cassette. Your camcorder can read and write data such as dates of recording or titles, etc. to this memory. The functions using the Cassette Memory require successive signals recorded on the tape. If - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 214
signal When you play back If the tape you play back on your camcorder contains copyright signals, you cannot copy it with another video camera connected to your camcorder. When you record You cannot record software on your camcorder that contains copyright control signals for copyright protection of - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 215
the locations as illustrated below [a] so as not to cause malfunction of your camcorder. Do not affix a label around this border. [a] After using the cassette case, and store it in an upright position. When the Cassette Memory function does not work Reinsert the cassette. The gold-plated connector of - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 216
the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack This unit is compatible with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. "InfoLITHIUM" M series battery packs have the mark. What is the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack? The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack is - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 217
if the remaining battery time is about 5 to 10 minutes. How to store the battery pack •If the battery pack is not battery pack up on your camcorder, leave your camcorder in tape recording standby until the power goes off without a cassette inserted. Battery life •The battery life is limited. Battery - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 218
Normally, only one piece of equipment can be connected to this unit by the i.LINK cable. When connecting this unit to i.LINK-compatible equipment having two or more DV Interfaces, refer to the operating instructions of the equipment to be connected. About the name "i.LINK" i.LINK is a more familiar - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 219
to other i.LINK (DV Interface) compatible non-video equipment made by Sony (e.g., VAIO series personal computer). Before connecting this unit to your computer, make sure that application software supported by this unit is already installed on your computer. Some video equipment such as digital TV - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 220
necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b]. AC-L15A/L15B [a] [b] Your camcorder is an NTSC system based camcorder. If you want to view the playback picture on a TV, it must be an NTSC system based TV with AUDIO/VIDEO input jack. The following shows TV color systems used overseas - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 221
, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or your camcorder may not operate correctly. If there is moisture inside your camcorder, the beep sounds and the % indicator flashes. When the Z indicator flashes at the same time - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 222
recording. If the above problem, [a], [b] or [c] occurs, clean the video heads for 10 seconds with the Sony DVM-12CLD cleaning cassette ( might be because the video head is worn. Please contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility to have the video head replaced. Cleaning - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 223
-in rechargeable battery Your camcorder has a built-in rechargeable battery so that the date, time and camcorder, and leave your camcorder with the POWER switch set to OFF (CHG) for more than 24 hours. •Or install the fully charged rechargeable battery pack on your camcorder, and leave your camcorder - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 224
•Operate your camcorder on DC 7.2 V (battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor). •For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in this operating instructions. •If any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 225
or dust. Sand or dust may cause your camcorder to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired. AC Adaptor •Unplug the unit from a wall it away from AM receivers and video equipment. AM receivers and video equipment disturb AM reception and video operation. •The unit becomes warm - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 226
in the battery compartment carefully before replacing the battery. •If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water. •If the liquid gets into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a doctor. If any problem occurs, unplug your camcorder and contact your nearest Sony dealer - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 227
48 kHz, stereo) Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable mode: 50 - 500 mm (2 - 19 3/4 in.) In MEMORY mode: 42 - 420 mm (1 11/16 - 16 5/8 in -minijack (ø 2.5 mm) USB jack mini-B MIC jack Minijack the rechargeable battery pack NP-FM30 (not for sale), cassette DVM60 Supplied accessories See page - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 228
battery pack NP-FM30 Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 5.0 Wh (700 mAh) Dimensions (approx.) 38.2 × 20.5 × 55.6 mm (1 9/16 × 13/16 × 2 1/4 in.) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 65 g (2.3 oz) Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Type Lithium ion "Memory Stick - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 229
- Quick Reference - Identifying parts and controls Camcorder 1 6 2 7 8 3 9 4 q; qa 5 qs 1 Lens cap (p. 28) 2 LCD/Touch panel screen (p. 25) 3 OPEN button (p. 9) 4 Battery pack/Battery terminal cover (p. 15) 5 BATT release lever (p. 15) 6 Eyecup (p. 223) 7 Viewfinder (p. 34) 8 LOCK switch - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 230
qd RESET button (p. 208) If you press RESET, all the settings including the date and time return to the default. qf Speaker qg Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 34) qh LCD BACKLIGHT switch (p. 34) qj "Memory Stick" slot (p. 10, 115) qk Cassette lid (p. 8) ql Access lamp (p. 115) w; OPEN/ZEJECT - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 231
DV Interface is i.LINK compatible. wk (USB) jack (p. 160) wl CHARGE lamp (p. 16) e; DC IN jack (p. 16) Note on the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is equipped with a camcorder was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation. It adopts the MTF* measurement system for video - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 232
a video light or 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 accessory for details. •The intelligent accessory shoe has a safety device for fixing the installed - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 233
an external microphone (optional). This jack also accepts a "plug-in-power" microphone. When the external microphone is connected, it takes precedence. ek AUDIO/VIDEO jack (p. 47, 84, 97, 187) el (LANC) jack (blue) LANC stands for Local Application Control Bus System. The control jack is used for - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 234
Control buttons (p. 144) 3 SEARCH M. button (p. 81, 82) 4 ./> buttons (p. 81, 82) 5 Video control buttons (p. 46) 6 ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 80) 7 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control your camcorder after turning it on. 8 START/STOP button (p. 28) 9 Power zoom button (p. 35 - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 235
function properly. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. •A button type lithium battery (CR2025) is already installed in the Remote Commander. Do not use any batteries other than CR2025. •Point the remote - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 236
effect (p. 60, 76) 7 Data code (p. 44) 8 Volume (p. 42)/Date (p. 30) 9 PROGRAM AE (p. 64) 0 Back light (p. 36) qa SteadyShot off (p. 193) qs Manual focus (p. 68) qd Self-timer (p. 51, 135) qf Recording mode (p. 198) qg STBY/REC (p. 30)/ Video control mode (p. 45)/ Image size (p. 117)/ Image quality - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 237
214 Manual focus 68 MEMORY MIX 128 Memory PB ZOOM 151 Memory photo recording ..... 120 "Memory Stick 112 "Memory Stick" capacity ...... 119 Menu settings 191 Mirror mode 32 Moisture condensation ......... 221 MONOTONE 57 MOSC. FADER 57 MPEG 112 NIGHTSHOT 37 NORM. FADER 57 NTSC system - Sony DCR PC105 | Operating Instructions - Page 238
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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-PC105
Digital
Video Camera
Recorder
Model No.
DCR-PC105
Model No.
AC-
Serial No.
Serial No.