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  • Sony DCR VX2100 | Operating Instructions - Page 1
    3-087-414-11 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCR-VX2100 Model No. AC- Serial No. Serial No. DCR-VX2100 ©2003 Sony Corporation
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    of this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder. With your Digital Handycam, you can capture life's precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Digital Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use. You will soon be producing home video that you
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    Table of contents Quick Start Guide 4 Playing back a tape with digital effects ......... 73 Getting Started Editing Using this manual 6 Checking supplied accessories 8 Step 1 Preparing the power supply 9 Step 2 Setting the date and time 14 Step 3 Inserting a cassette 15 Recording - Basics
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    information. Connecting the power cord (p. 13) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 9). Connect the plug with its v mark facing toward the LCD panel side. AC Adaptor (supplied) Open the DC IN jack cover. Quick Start Guide Inserting a cassette (p. 15) 1 While pressing
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    27) 1 Set the POWER VCR POWER MEMORY OFF CAMERA (CHG) switch to VCR while pressing the small green button. NOTE Do not pick up your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the LCD panel, the battery pack, or the microphone. Quick Start Guide 2 Press m to rewind the tape. 3 Press N to start
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    Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. When you carry out an operation, you can hear a beep or a melody sound to indicate that the operation is being carried out. Note on cassette memory Your camcorder is based on the DV format. You can only use mini DV cassettes with your camcorder. We recommend that you
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    cannot be 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 or outdoors. Exposing the LCD screen, the finder or the lens to direct sunlight
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    sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 170) 2 AC-L15A/L15B AC Adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 10) 3 NP-F330 rechargeable battery pack (1) (p. 9, 10) 4 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 171
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    pack Install the battery pack to use your camcorder outdoors. (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Insert the battery pack in the direction of the V mark on the battery pack. Slide the battery pack until it clicks. 1 2 To remove the battery pack Lift up the viewfinder. Slide the battery pack out in
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    CAMERA (CHG) After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack on your camcorder. Note on the remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator on the LCD screen/display window or in the viewfinder indicates the recording time using the viewfinder
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    ) 265 (240) Approximate minutes of recording time when you use a fully charged battery Numbers in parentheses "( )" indicate the time using a normally charged battery. You cannot use the NP-500/510/710 battery pack on your camcorder. * Approximate minutes when recording while you repeat recording
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    playing time at 25°C (77°F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment. What is "InfoLITHIUM?" The "InfoLITHIUM" is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange data such as battery consumption with compatible video equipment. This unit is compatible with the
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    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 power cord is connected to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is not plugged into a wall outlet. Using a car battery Use the Sony DC Adaptor
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    CAMERA or MEMORY unless you set the date and time settings. If you do not use your camcorder for about four months, the date and time may be cleared from memory (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery installed in your camcorder 12 00 AM MANUAL SET AUTO SHTR
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    step 3. Note The cassette lid will not be closed when you press any part of the lid other than the PUSH button. When you use mini DV cassettes with cassette memory Read the instruction about cassette memory to use this function properly (p. 144). To prevent accidental erasure Slide the write-protect
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    on the LCD screen, and it disappears from the viewfinder screen. (5) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The "REC" indicator appears. The camera recording lamps located on the front and rear of your camcorder light up. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. You can use REC START
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    progressive recording mode If you intend to use the images on your PC or play camcorder automatically turns off. This is to prevent tape wear and save battery power. To resume the standby mode, set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), and to CAMERA again. When a cassette is not inserted, your camcorder
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    over or the camcorder is in mirror mode. When you adjust the angle of the LCD panel Make sure that the LCD panel is opened up to 90 degrees. When using both the LCD screen and the viewfinder during shooting The usable time of the battery pack when using both the LCD screen and the viewfinder will be
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    BRIGHT Recording a picture Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen To adjust the brightness of the LCD screen, press LCD BRIGHT + or -. The battery life is longer when the LCD panel is closed. Use the viewfinder instead of the LCD screen to save the battery power. To brighten To darken On the
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    picture with the viewfinder. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the images in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. Lift up the viewfinder and move the viewfinder adjustment lever. Viewfinder adjustment lever To adjust the brightness of the viewfinder screen, use the VF B.L. item
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    a subject that is at least about 80 cm (about 2 feet 5/8 inch) away from the lens surface in the telephoto position, or about 1 cm (about 1/2 inch) away in the wide-angle position. To zoom using the zoom ring Using the zoom ring, you can control the zoom by your desired speed and you can
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    the digital zooming zone. The digital zooming zone appears when you set D ZOOM to 24× or 48×. You cannot use the digital zoom: JUL 4 2003 12:05:56PM [j] [i] [a] Remaining battery time This appears after you turn on the power and switch is set to CAMERA or MEMORY. [j] Date 22 The date is
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    appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. To cancel, press BACK LIGHT again. FADER BACK LIGHT SPOT LIGHT BACK LIGHT If you press one of the following buttons when using the backlight function The backlight function will be canceled. - SPOT LIGHT - EXPOSURE When you manually adjust the exposure
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    LCD screen or in the viewfinder. To cancel, press SPOT LIGHT again. FADER BACK LIGHT SPOT LIGHT SPOT LIGHT If you press one of the following buttons when using LIGHT - EXPOSURE When you manually adjust the exposure You cannot use the spot light function. You cannot use the spot light mode while in
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    To record still pictures on a "Memory Stick" using the selftimer Press (self-timer), then press PHOTO in memory mode (p. 124). To cancel self-timer recording Press (self-timer) so that the indicator disappears from the LCD or viewfinder screen while your camcorder is in standby mode. Note The self
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    . You cannot monitor the sound. Checking the last recorded picture - Rec Review You can check the last recorded portion. Press the - 7 side of back and the camcorder returns to standby. You can monitor the sound from the speaker or headphones. End search function When you use a tape without
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    the LCD panel, you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can also control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. (1) Install the power source and insert the recorded tape. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR while pressing the small green button. The video
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    sound from the speaker. To control the display of the screen indicators Press DISPLAY on the camcorder or on the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. The indicators appear on the LCD screen. To make the indicators disappear, press DISPLAY again. DISPLAY DATA CODE DATA CODE DISPLAY 28
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    display changes as follows: date/time y no indicator Recording data Recording data is your camcorder's information when you have recorded something. In CAMERA mode, the recording data will not be displayed. When you use the data code function date) or time) appears if: - A blank portion of the
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    Playing back a tape Various playback modes To operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to VCR. To playback Slow playback can be performed smoothly on your camcorder, however, this function does not work for a signal output through the DV Interface. When you play back a tape in reverse
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    operate the video control buttons in the same way as when you monitor playback pictures on the LCD screen. When monitoring the playback picture on the TV screen, we recommend that you power your camcorder from a wall outlet using the AC Adaptor (p. 13). Refer to the operating instructions of your
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    image may be blurred. To do tape photo recording using the Remote Commander Press PHOTO on the Remote Commander. Your camcorder immediately records an image on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. When you do tape photo recording during normal CAMERA recording You cannot check an image on the
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    cancel self-timer recording Press (self-timer) so that the indicator disappears from the LCD or viewfinder screen while your camcorder is in standby mode. You cannot cancel the self-timer recording using the Remote Commander. Note The self-timer recording mode is automatically canceled when: - Self
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    high-speed action such as sports scenes. (Since this camcorder takes in an image every 1/15 of a second PROG. SCAN 2-4 MANUAL SET AUTO SHTR PROG. SCAN MANUAL SET AUTO SHTR PROG. SCAN RETURN OFF ON [MENU] : END MANUAL SET AUTO SHTR use the following operations: 34 - Digital zooming - Wide mode
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    the menu display. The guide frame is displayed on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. 1 MENU 5 MENU 2-4 LCD / VF SET LCD B. L. LCD COLOR VF B. L. GU I DEFRAME LCD / VF SET LCD B. L. LCD COLOR VF B. L. GU I DEFRAME OFF [MENU] : ERNEDTURN ON LCD / VF SET LCD B. L. LCD COLOR VF B. L. GU I DEFRAME
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    Using the wide mode You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on a 16 Played in 4:3 mode. When you play a picture in the wide mode, it appears as you have seen on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder [a]. [a] [b] [d] 16:9WIDE [c] In standby mode, set 16:9WIDE to ON in in the menu settings (p.
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    ID (ID-1/ID-2) system. - You connect your camcorder to the S video jack on a TV. ID-1 system The ID-1 system sends aspect ratio information (16:9, 4:3 or letter box) using video signals. If you connect a TV compatible with the ID-1 system, the screen size is automatically selected. ID-2 system The
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    Using the fader function You can fade the picture in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. FADER [a] STBY REC OVERLAP* WIPE* DOT* (Random) * Fade
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    out, your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode. 1 FADER FADER 2 POWER VCR MEMORY OFF CAMERA (CHG) To cancel the fader function Press FADER until the indicator disappears. Note You cannot use the following functions while using the fader function, and vice versa: - Digital effect
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    Using special effects - Picture effect You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those To cancel the picture effect function Press PICTURE EFFECT so that the indicator disappears. While using the picture effect function You cannot select the old movie mode. When you turn the
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    effect You can add special effects to recorded pictures using the various digital functions. The sound is recorded normally. STILL You can record a still image so that it is superimposed on a moving picture. FLASH (FLASH MOTION) You can
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    Using special effects - Digital effect (1) In standby or recording mode, press DIGITAL EFFECT. The digital effect indicator appears. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired digital effect mode. The digital effect indicator changes as follows: STILL y FLASH y LUMI. y TRAIL y OLD MOVIE
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    Advanced Recording Operations Using special effects - Digital effect Notes •The following functions do not work in digital effect mode: - Fader - Low lux mode of PROGRAM AE - Tape Photo recording - Shutter speed (1/30 or smaller) adjustment •The following functions do not work in
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    AUTO LOCK release) [c] Select this position to adjust the functions listed above manually. If you use the video flash light (optional) We recommend that you set the AUTO LOCK selector to AUTO LOCK. Note When you manually adjust the exposure during backlight or spot light mode, the backlight or spot
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    while the camcorder is in standby, recording, or memory mode. (2) Press EXPOSURE. The exposure indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (3) indicator disappears from the LCD or viewfinder screen. If you press PROGRAM AE when adjusting the exposure manually The exposure comes back
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    or press SHUTTER SPEED. The shutter speed indicator disappears from the LCD or viewfinder screen. When shooting at slow shutter speed At slow shutter speed, automatic focus may be lost. Use a tripod and adjust the focus manually. When shooting under fluorescent light or light bulbs When shooting
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    with manual adjustment Using the ND filter Using the . When the ND1 or ND2 indicator flashes on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder The ND filter is necessary. When ND 1 flashes, This phenomenon is quite common with a use of a video camera recorder. Using the ND filter will reduce influence of such
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    manual adjustment Shooting with the zebra pattern You can set the camcorder to display a zebra pattern (diagonal stripes) in the portion of the picture on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder by displaying the zebra pattern. Use the zebra pattern as a guide for adjusting the exposure and shutter
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    Shooting with manual adjustment Releasing the SteadyShot function When the SteadyShot function is working, the camcorder compensates for camerashake. You can release the SteadyShot function when you do not need to use it. The indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. Do not use the
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    camera recording. Normally, white balance is automatically adjusted. You can obtain better results by adjusting the white balance manually while the camcorder is in standby, recording, or memory mode. (2) Press WHT BAL. The white balance indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (3)
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    even if the battery is detached. To return to automatic adjustment Set the AUTO LOCK selector to AUTO LOCK or press WHT BAL. The white balance indicator disappears from the LCD or viewfinder screen. Notes on white balance •When you shoot with studio lighting or video lighting, use the n (indoor
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    Adjusting recording level manually - Sound recording level You can adjust the recording sound level. Use headphones to monitor the sound when you adjust it. Setting up the menu (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ,
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    level Notes on the manual adjustment •The recording level setting is retained for about five minutes after removing the battery. •The recording level indicator appears at the lower-right on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. The sound input through the AUDIO L/R jacks or DV Interface You cannot
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    camcorder to record the picture with the desired picture quality. When presetting, adjust the picture by shooting a subject and checking the picture displayed on a TV using menu disappears and the indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. 1 CUSTOM PRESET CUSTOM PRESET SET OFF
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    the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. To check the custom preset setting Press CUSTOM PRESET while the camcorder is in standby, recording or memory mode. The custom preset setting appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. Once you adjust AE shift You can adjust the brightness of the picture according to
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    Using the PROGRAM AE function You can select from five PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) the aperture value to maintain appropriate exposure. S: Shutter speed priority mode Selecting the shutter speed manually. The exposure value changes in accordance with the selected shutter speed. : Sports lesson mode
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    PROGRAM AE function Using the PROGRAM AE function (1) Set the AUTO LOCK selector to the center (auto lock release) position while the camcorder is in standby, recording, or memory mode. (2) Press PROGRAM AE. The PROGRAM AE indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (3) Turn the SEL
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    to far distance. •In sunset & moon mode, your camcorder is set to focus only on distant subjects. •The old movie mode and the shutter speed adjustment do not work in PROGRAM AE mode. •The following functions do not work in low lux mode: - Digital effect - Overlap - Wipe - Dot - Spot light mode
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    to a subject in the background •Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod Advanced Recording Operations (1) Slide FOCUS down to MANUAL in standby, recording, or memory mode. The 9 indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder in recording, standby, or memory mode. (2) Turn the
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    You can make a time-lapse recording by setting the camcorder to automatically record and standby sequentially. You can achieve 2-4 60 CAMERA SET D ZOOM 16 : 9W I DE STEADYSHOT FRAME REC I NT. REC CAMERA SET D ZOOM [MENU] S1: 6ETNE: A9DWDYISDHEOT FRAME REC I NT. REC OFF RETURN CAMERA SET D
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    indicator flashes. (8) Press START/STOP to start interval recording. The interval recording indicator lights up. 8 VCR POWER MEMORY OFF CAMERA (CHG) 7 MENU 6 I NTERVAL CAMERA SET D ZOOM 16 : 9W I DE STEADYSHOT FRAME REC I NT. REC ON RETURN [MENU] : END To cancel the interval
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    little and make a cut recording. We recommend that you use a tripod, and operate the camcorder using the Remote Commander after step 6. (1) Press MENU to MENU 6,7 POWER VCR MEMORY OFF CAMERA (CHG) 2-4 CAMERA SET D ZOOM 16 : 9W I DE STEADYSHOT FRAME REC I NT. REC CAMERA SET D ZOOM [MENU] 1S:
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    appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder for seven viewfinder. And when you press START/STOP to start recording, the "INDEX STBY" indicator changes to "INDEX MARK" and after the indicator disappears, the index marking is complete. The camcorder memory. If you use cassettes without cassette
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    camcorder rewinds or advances the tape to locate the desired scene, and the searching automatically stops at the scene having a tape counter value of "0:00:00." You can do this with the Remote Commander. (1) In playback mode, press DISPLAY if the counter is not on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder
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    index point using cassette memory You can use this function the index point for playback. Your camcorder automatically starts playing back at the 25PM CAM 5 FEB / 11 / 04 4 :11PM CAM 6 APR / 29 / 04 1 :45PM CAM MEMORY OFF CAMERA (CHG) 4 INDEX SEARCH CH 1 SEP / 5 / 03 5 :30PM CAM 2 SEP / 6 / 03 8
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    Set CM SEARCH in to OFF in the menu settings (p. 109). If using a tape without cassette memory, skip this step. (3) Press SEARCH MODE on next index point. Your camcorder automatically starts playback at the selected index point. Each time you press . or >, your camcorder searches for the previous or
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    to select the title for playback. Your camcorder automatically starts playback of the scene having 4 PRESENT 5 GOOD MORNING 6 WEDDING MEMORY OFF CAMERA (CHG) 4 TITLE SEARCH 3 HAPPY NEW YEAR! BASEBALL To stop searching Press x. If you use a tape without cassette memory You cannot superimpose
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    the date using cassette memory You can use this function to select the date for playback. Your camcorder automatically starts playback at the beginning of the 24 / 03 4 JAN / 1 / 04 5 FEB / 11 / 04 6 APR / 29 / 04 MEMORY OFF CAMERA (CHG) 4 DATE SEARCH 1 SEP / 5 / 03 2 SEP / 6 / 03 3 DEC / 24 / 03
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    search Note If one day's recording is less than two minutes, your camcorder may not accurately find the point where the recording date changes. In the . (2) Set CM SEARCH in to OFF in the menu settings (p. 109). If using a tape without cassette memory, skip this step. (3) Press SEARCH MODE on the
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    Use the Remote Commander for these operations. Use this function to check or edit still pictures. Searching for a photo using cassette memory You can use camcorder 5 FEB / 11 / 04 4 : 11 PM 6 APR / 29 / 04 1 : 45 PM MEMORY OFF CAMERA (CHG) 4 PHOTO SEARCH 1 SEP / 5 / 03 5 : 30 PM 2 SEP / 6 / 03 8
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    Photo search/Photo scan Searching for a photo without using cassette memory (1) Set the POWER switch to Each time you press . or >, your camcorder searches for the previous or next photo. Your camcorder automatically starts playback of the photo. To OFF CAMERA (CHG) 3 To stop scanning Press x. 71
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    the picture effect function, record the pictures on the VCR, using your camcorder as a player. Pictures processed by the picture effect function Pictures processed by the picture effect function are not output through the DV Interface. When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) or stop playing back
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    record pictures that you have processed using the digital effect function, record the pictures on the VCR, using your camcorder as a player. Pictures processed by the digital effect function Pictures processed by the digital effect function are not output through the DV Interface. When you set the
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    Commander You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems 8 mm, Hi8, Digital8, VHS, S-VHS, VHSC, Betamax, ED Betamax, mini DV, DV or MICROMV S-VHSC, If your VCR is a monaural type Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and the white plug to
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    a fine synchro-editing function, using this camcorder as a player. Using an i.LINK cable Simply connect the i.LINK cable (optional) to DV Interface and to DV Interface of the DV products. With a digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality
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    program editing through the (LANC) jack. If you connect using an i.LINK cable With digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing. Preparation 1: Connecting the VCR Connect your camcorder and the VCR as shown on pages 74 and 75. You
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    to the remote sensor on the VCR. When you connect using the A/V cable, this procedure is required. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (2) Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set the input selector to LINE. When you connect a video camera recorder, set its POWER switch to VCR
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    Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing 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. Code number 1 is the default setting. Brand Sony Admiral (M. Wards) Aiwa Akai Audio Dynamic Bell &
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    Digital then press the dial. The correct button depends on your VCR. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. 1,2 OTHERS ED I T SET CONTROL ADJ TEST "CUT-I N" is B. Setting your camcorder and the VCR to face each other Locate the infrared ray emitter of your camcorder and face it towards
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    Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing Confirming the VCR operation (1) Insert a recordable tape into the VCR, then set it to recording pause. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to
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    an i.LINK cable When you connect using an i.LINK cable (optional), follow the procedures below. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (2) Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set the input selector to DV input. When you connect a video camera recorder, set its POWER switch to
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    - Digital program editing Preparation 3: Adjusting the synchronization of the VCR You can adjust the synchronization of your camcorder and the VCR. Remove the cassette from the camcorder beforehand. We recommend that you prepare a pen and paper for notes. When you connect to a Sony VCR using an
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    - Digital program [MENU] : END Errors in editing If you connect your camcorder to Sony equipment with the DV jack, the range of errors is within +/- 5 frames. tape. When "ENGAGE REC PAUSE" appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder Turn the recording VCR to recording pause mode. Note If
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    and video signals are sent as digital signals. Operation 1: Making Programs (1) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder, and dial. (5) Search for the beginning of the first scene you want to insert using the video control buttons, then pause playback (p. 30). 5 STOP REW PLAY FF PAUSE
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    scenes - Digital program editing (6) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, or MARK on the Remote Commander. The CUT-IN point of the first program is set, and the top part of the program mark changes to light blue. (7) Search for the end of the first scene you want to insert using the video operating
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    Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing Erasing the last program To change the cancel erasing Select RETURN in step 2, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. Erasing all programs (1) Select VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ERASE ALL, then press the
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    editing Operation 2: Performing a digital program editing (Dubbing a tape) Make sure your camcorder and VCR are connected, and that the VCR is set to recording pause. When you use an i.LINK cable, you do not have to set the VCR to recording pause. When you use a video camera recorder, set its POWER
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    Using with an analog video unit and a PC - Signal convert function You can convert the analog input signal to the digital signal and output it from the DV Interface on this camcorder. You can capture images and sound from an analog video unit connecting a PC which has i.LINK (IEEE1394) connector to
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    from a TV or VCR appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (7) Press X on your camcorder at the scene from which you want to start recording. 5 REC PAUSE S VIDEO : Signal flow AUDIO L/R S video cable (optional) VIDEO OUT S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO A/V connecting cable (supplied) When you
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    produces higher quality DV format pictures. If you do various playbacks on the VCR during recording The recorded picture may be blurred. On the commander mode Your camcorder works in the commander mode, VTR 2. Commander modes 1, 2 and 3 are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to
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    LINK cable (optional) to DV Interface and to DV Interface of the DV products. With digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing. (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder, and insert the recorded
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    sure that the DV IN indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. The DV IN indicator may appear on both pieces of equipment. On the commander mode Your camcorder works in the commander mode, VTR 2. Commander modes 1, 2 and 3 are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to
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    your originally recorded tape by specifying the insert start and end points. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Connections are the same as on The tape after editing (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (2) On the VCR, locate a point just before the insert start point [a],
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    step 5 to erase the ZERO SET MEMORY indicator and begin from step 3. Using the Remote Commander In step 5, press zREC and MARK simultaneously, then immediately on the tape recorded with an other camcorder (including an other DCR-VX2100) The picture and sound may be distorted. We recommend that
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    /LINE switch to MIC. : Signal flow Microphone (optional) You can check the picture on TV by connecting with the video jack. You cannot monitor the additional sound by the speaker. Use the headphone jack. Connecting the audio equipment with the MIC jack MIC LINE Set the MIC/LINE switch to LINE
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    with the intelligent accessory shoe Microphone (optional) Dubbing with the AUDIO L/R jacks We recommend that you use the gun microphone. on the LCD screen, in the viewfinder, or on the screen of equipment connected with the VIDEO jack, and you can check the recorded sound by using headphones. •
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    set your camcorder to the playback pause mode. (4) Press AUDIO DUB. The green X indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (5) O M I X A/V DV OUT ST1 ST2 RETURN [MENU] : END If you wait five minutes after you disconnect the power source or remove the battery pack, the setting of
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    cannot add audio with the DV Interface. If you make accessory shoe •AUDIO L/R jacks •Built-in microphone If an i.LINK cable (optional) is connected to your camcorder camcorder If you add new sound on a tape recorded with another camcorder (including an other DCR-VX2100 level manually using the
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    Superimposing a title If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can superimpose the title while recording or after recording. When you play back the tape, the title is displayed for
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    the write-protect tab to release the write protection. To use a custom title If you want to use the custom title, select in step 2. If the tape recorded parts The title may not be displayed correctly. The titles superimposed with your camcorder •They are displayed only on the DV format video
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    Editing Superimposing a title Title setting •The title color changes as follows: WHITE y YELLOW y VIOLET y RED y CYAN y GREEN y BLUE •The title size changes as follows: SMALL y LARGE You cannot input more than 12 characters in LARGE size. •If you select the title size "SMALL," you have nine choices
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    Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. "ERASING" flashes for about two seconds and "COMPLETE" appears after erasing the title. 2 MENU 1 VCR POWER MEMORY OFF CAMERA (CHG) 102 3-5 CM SET CM SEARCH TAPE T I TLE T I TLE DSPL T I TLEERASE I TEM ERASE ERASE ALL CM SET CM SEARCH TAPE T I TLE [MENU] T: EI
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    Editing Making your own titles You can make up to two titles and store them in cassette memory. Each title can have up to 20 characters. (1) Press TITLE in the standby, playback, or playback pause mode. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC
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    to enter characters in standby mode while a cassette is in your camcorder, the power automatically goes off The characters you have entered remain stored or playback pause mode or removing the cassette so that your camcorder does not automatically turn off while you are entering title characters
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    Editing Labeling a cassette If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can label a cassette. The label can consist of up to 10 characters and is stored in cassette memory. When you insert the labeled cassette and set the POWER switch to VCR, CAMERA, or MEMORY, the label is displayed for about five
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    Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [ C ], then press the dial. The last character is erased. To enter a space Select [ ], then select the blank part. 106
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    Erasing each item's data separately (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR or CAMERA. (2) Press MENU to display the menu display. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH and "COMPLETE" appears after erasing the selected item's data. 1 POWER VCR MEMORY OFF CAMERA (CHG) 2 MENU 3-5 CM SET CM SEARCH TAPE T I TLE T I TLE
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    Erasing the cassette memory data Erasing all the data in cassette memory (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR or CAMERA. (2) Press MENU to display the menu display. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial
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    Customizing Your Camcorder - Customizing Your Camcorder - Changing the menu settings To change the 1 MENU CAMERA MANUAL SET AUTO SHTR PROG. SCAN VCR VCR SET H i F i SOUND AUD I O M I X A/V DV OUT [MENU] : END MEMORY MANUAL SET AUTO SHTR [MENU] : END [MENU] : END 2 3 4 MANUAL SET AUTO
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    items are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET CM SET TAPE SET camera-shake. •Attachment of a conversion lens (optional) may influence the SteadyShot function. If you cancel the SteadyShot function The SteadyShot OFF indicator appears. Your camcorder
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    To brighten the viewfinder screen. GUIDEFRAME z OFF Does not display the guide frame. ON Displays the guide frame (p. 35). VCR CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA MEMORY 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 sources
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    fine image quality mode, using a "Memory Stick" (p. 119). STANDARD To record still images in the standard image (STD) quality mode, using a "Memory Stick" Stick"s have been formatted at the factory. Formatting with this camcorder is not required. •While the display shows "FORMATTING," do not
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    to 1.5 times the SP mode. VCR CAMERA To record in 12-bit mode (two stereo sounds). VCR CAMERA To record in 16-bit mode (one 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 a tape recorded in the LP mode. Use
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    DATA CODE z DATE/CAM MIC LEVEL DATE z AUTO MANUAL CLOCK SET - LTR SIZE z NORMAL 2× DEMO MODE z ON OFF WORLD TIME Meaning POWER switch To display the remaining tape indication: VCR • for about eight seconds after your CAMERA camcorder is turned on and calculates the remaining amount of
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    , LCD MEMORY screen and viewfinder screen. REC LAMP z ON To light up the camera recording lamps at CAMERA the front and rear of your camcorder. MEMORY OFF To turn the camera recording lamps off. COLOR BAR z OFF Does not display the color bar. CAMERA ON Displays the color bar. VIDEO EDIT
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    As displayed on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder of the camcorder. Dsc00001.jpg: As displayed on your PC screen. Before using a "Memory Stick" ," turn the power off, or detach the battery for replacement when the access lamp is flashing. - If you use a "Memory Stick" near static electricity or
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    facing down, then hold the lid aside using a toothpick or similar object to let the "Memory Stick Duo" slide out. Notes on image data compatibility •Image data files recorded on a "Memory Stick" by your camcorder conform to the Design Rules for Camera File Systems universal standard (DCF98 standard
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    a "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, image data breakdown may occur. If the " MEMORY STICK ERROR" indicator appears The "Memory Stick" is broken, the file format is not proper, or the "Memory Stick" that you are using is not compatible with your camcorder. Eject the "Memory Stick
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    "Memory Stick" Operations MEMORY VCR OFF CAMERA (CHG) Using a "Memory Stick" - introduction Selecting the image is the highest image quality in this camcorder. The number of still images you can record is fewer than FINE. The image is compressed to about 1/3. Use this mode when you want to record
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    number of images you can record on a "Memory Stick" The approximate number of images you can record on a "Memory Stick" that is formatted using this camcorder varies depending on which image quality mode you select and the complexity of the subject. 8 MB type (supplied) 16 MB type (optional) 32 MB
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    Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure 1 POWER "Memory Stick" Operations MEMORY VCR OFF CAMERA (CHG) 2 SFN 1 / 6 3 [a] SFN not work: wide TV mode, digital effect, picture effect, title, digital zoom, fader, shutter speed (1/30
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    are recording a still image You can neither turn off the power nor 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 button. Recording images continuously You can record still images continuously. Select
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    "Memory Stick" Operations MEMORY VCR OFF CAMERA (CHG) Recording still images on a "Memory Stick" - Memory ON MULTI SCRN Your camcorder shoots one image at a time. (no indicator) Your camcorder shoots up to four still images at about 0.5 sec intervals. ( ) Your camcorder shoots nine still images
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    starts automatically. PHOTO 3 PHOTO 1 2 POWER MEMORY VCR OFF CAMERA (CHG) To cancel self-timer recording Press (self-timer) so that the indicator disappears from the LCD or viewfinder screen. You cannot cancel the self-timer recording using the Remote Commander. Note The self-timer recording
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    title with a moving picture. Record a title on a "Memory Stick" before a trip or event for convenience. C. CHROM (Camera chromakey) You can superimpose a moving picture on a still image that used as background. Shoot the subject against a blue background. The blue area of the moving picture will be
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    operation Insert a recorded "Memory Stick" and a tape to be recorded into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Press MEMORY MIX in standby mode. The last recorded or last composed image appears on the lower part of the screen as a thumbnail image. (3) Press MEMORY+/- or +/- on the
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    be displayed clearly. Image data modified with personal computers or shot with other equipment You may not be able to play them back with your camcorder. "Memory Stick" Operations 127
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    . Also, do not turn the power off , eject a "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, image data breakdown may occur. If " " appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder The inserted "Memory Stick" is incompatible with your camcorder because its format does not conform to that of your
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    viewfinder. (3) Follow steps 3 and 4 on page 128. When recording an image through the VIDEO jack S VIDEO VIDEO S video cable (optional) OUT S VIDEO VIDEO : Signal flow A/V connecting cable (supplied) Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder to the video
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    Recording an image from a tape as a still image When recording the image through the DV Interface : Signal flow DV Interface i.LINK i.LINK cable (optional) 130
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    your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PHOTO SAVE, then press the dial. "PHOTO BUTTON" appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (5) Press
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    the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, and the copying stops. Insert another "Memory Stick" and repeat the procedure from step 2. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Never shake or strike your camcorder. Also, do not turn the power off, eject the "Memory Stick" or remove the battery
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    PLAY again. To play back recorded images on a TV screen •Connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder before operation. •When operating memory photo playback on a TV or on the LCD screen, the image quality may appear to have deteriorated. This is not
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    be broken or the file format does not correspond to your camcorder. Playing back six recorded images at a time (index screen) You can play back six recorded images at a time. This function is especially useful when searching for a particular image. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR
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    file names. Viewing the recorded images using a personal computer The image data recorded with your camcorder is compressed in the JPEG format. adaptor for Memory Stick. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your accessory. •Do not modify the directory of the file that corresponds to
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    on a "Memory Stick" to a tape. Before operation Insert a tape for recording and a "Memory Stick" for playback into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Using the video control buttons, search for a point where you want to record the desired still image. Set the tape to playback pause
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    record the index screen. Image data modified with personal computers or shot with other equipment You may not be able to copy them with your camcorder. If you press DISPLAY in standby or recording mode You can see memory playback and the file name indicators in addition to the indicators pertinent
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    useful especially when checking recorded images or during a presentation. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder . (5) Press MEMORY PLAY. Your camcorder plays back the images recorded on the "Memory Stick" in sequence. 1 POWER MEMORY VCR OFF CAMERA (CHG) 2 MENU 3 5 PLAY
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    protect selected images. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure data file name of the protected image. 1 POWER "Memory Stick" Operations MEMORY VCR OFF CAMERA (CHG) 3,7 MENU 4 5 6 MEMORY SET 10 / 15 CONT I NUOUS QUAL
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    selected images Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure DELETE?" appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (4) Press MEMORY DELETE again. The selected image is deleted. 11 POWER MEMORY VCR OFF CAMERA (CHG) 140 3,4
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    "Memory Stick." Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. When all the unprotected images are deleted, "COMPLETE" is displayed. 1 POWER "Memory Stick" Operations MEMORY VCR OFF CAMERA (CHG
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    Deleting images To cancel deleting all the images in the "Memory Stick" Select RETURN in step 5 or 6, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. 142
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    out. This function is useful for printing out still images later. Your camcorder conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard the data file name of an image. 1 POWER "Memory Stick" Operations MEMORY VCR OFF CAMERA (CHG) 3,7 MENU 4 5 6 MEMORY SET 10 / 12 CONT I NUOUS QUAL I
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    . When you record, using a digital video camera recorder without a cassette memory function, on a tape recorded by one with the cassette memory function, the same result may occur. mark on the cassette The memory capacity of tapes marked with is 4 K bits. Your camcorder can accommodate up to
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    tape recorded in the 16-bit mode, 16BIT indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. When you play back a dual sound track tape When you play below [a] so as not to cause malfunction of your camcorder. After using the mini DV cassette Rewind the tape to the beginning, put the cassette
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    Your camcorder can be connected to one device with the i.LINK cable. When you connect with a device that has two or more i.LINK connectors, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected device. Tips •i.LINK, a nickname for IEEE 1394 that Sony proposed, is a trademark supported by
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    to your VCR equipped with DV Interface, see page 75, 91. Your camcorder is available for use with other devices equipped with Sony i.LINK connector (DV Interface) (eg. VAIO personal computer series). Beware that some of the video equipment such as the Digital Televisions, the DVD recorders/players
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    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 or local authorized Sony service facility. If "C:ss:ss" appears on the LCD screen, display window or in the viewfinder, the
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    Troubleshooting Symptom Some tiny white spots appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. Diagonal stripes appear on the screen. Unknown pictures or messages are displayed on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. The click of the shutter does not sound. The image is not bright even if you use
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    L/R and VIDEO jacks, then LCD panel. (p. 18) •The operating temperature is too low. •The battery pack is not fully charged. c Charge the battery pack fully. (p. 10) •The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged. c Replace with a new battery pack. (p. 9) •You have used the battery
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    The battery is dead. c Use a charged battery pack. (p. 9, 10) • Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for on the still image. Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The POWER switch is set to CAMERA or OFF (CHG). c Set it to MEMORY or VCR. • The "Memory Stick"
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    75) •The input selector on the VCR is not set correctly. c Check the connection and set up the selector position. (p. 74) •The camcorder is not connected to Sony DV equipment (When the i.LINK cable is connected). c Set CONTROL to IR in the menu settings and set the recording VCR to be controlled by
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    Troubleshooting Symptom The Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder does not work. The input picture does not appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder when your camcorder is connected to outputs on the TV or VCR. The melody or beep sounds for five seconds. When charging the battery pack,
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    on the state of your camcorder. On the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, on the display window C:21:00 Self-diagnosis display •C:ss:ss You can service your camcorder yourself. •E:ss:ss Contact your Sony dealer or nearest local authorized Sony service facility. Five-digit display C:04:ss C:21:ss
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    LCD screen or in the viewfinder, check the following: See the page in parentheses "( )" for more information. Warning indicators E The battery is dead or nearly dead Slow flashing: •The battery Fast flashing: •Eject the cassette, turn off your camcorder, and leave it for about one hour with the
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    Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (p. 10). BATTERY ONLY •MEMORY FULL The "Memory Stick" is full in photo save function (p. 132). • CLEANING CASSETTE The video is corrupted or the "Memory Stick" that you are using is not compatible with your camcorder (p. 118).* • FORMAT ERROR (p. 112)* • -
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    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 the AUDIO/VIDEO input jack. The following shows TV color systems used overseas. NTSC system Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada
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    condenses on the lens, the indicator will not appear. If moisture condensation occurred None of the functions except cassette ejection will work. Eject the cassette, turn off your camcorder, and leave it for about one hour with the cassette compartment open. Your camcorder can be used again if the
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    do not appear. •the x indicator and " CLEANING CASSETTE" message appear one after another on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. If the above problem, [a] or [b] occurs, clean the video heads for 10 seconds with the Sony DVM12CL cleaning cassette (optional). Check the picture and if the above
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    operation •Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 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
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    camcorder to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired. AC Adaptor •Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when you are not using coming into contact with the metal parts of the connecting section. If Rechargeable battery pack •Use only the specified charger or video equipment with
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    in the battery compartment carefully before replacing the batteries. •If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water. •If the liquid get 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
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    ) Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette Mini DV cassette with the mark printed Tape speed SP: Approx. 18.81 mm/s LP: Approx. 12.56 mm/s Recording/playback time (using cassette DVM60) SP: 1 h LP: 1.5 h Fast-forward/rewind time (using cassette DVM60) Approx. 2 min and 30 s Viewfinder
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    parts and controls Camcorder accessory shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as 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
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    Identifying the parts and controls qh qj wh qk wj ql wk w; wa DISPLAY PLAY MEMORY INDEX DELETE wl e; ws wd DATA CODE MEMORY MIX TITLE DIGITAL PICTURE EFFECT EFFECT ea es wf ed wg ef qh Speaker qj LCD screen (p. 18) qk LCD BRIGHT buttons (p. 19) ql VOLUME buttons (p. 27) w;
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    control buttons light up when you set the POWER switch to VCR. ek Handle REC START/STOP button (p. 19) el Remote sensor/infrared ray emitter r; Camera recording lamp (p. 16) ra REC START/STOP button (p. 19) rs Lens rd Hood with a lens cap (p. 167) rf Lens hood fixing screw 166
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    , loosen the lower hood fixing screw, and unscrew the hood with a lens cap counterclockwise. OPEN CLOSE To open/close the shutter of the hood with a lens cap, slide the knob to your desired direction according to the arrow. When using additional filters We recommend that you use Sony made filters
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    parts and controls rg th rh rj rk rl tj t; tk ta tl ts y; td ya tf ys tg yd rg Hooks for shoulder strap rh Power zoom lever (p. 21) rj PHOTO button (p. 32, 121) rk BATT (battery supplied with your camcorder to the hooks for the shoulder strap. Fasten the grip strap firmly. 168
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    Sony Corporation and indicates that this product is in agreement with IEEE 13941995 specifications and their revisions. The DV Interface is i.LINK compatible. ia LANC jack LANC stands for Local Application Control Bus System. The LANC control jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video
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    the remote sensor to control your camcorder after turning on your camcorder. 2 ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 64) 3 PHOTO button (p. 32, 121) 4 DISPLAY button (p. 28) 5 Memory control buttons (p. 126, 133) 6 SEARCH MODE button (p. 65, 67, 68, 70) 7 Video control buttons (p. 30) 8 REC button (p. 89
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    3 are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in the commander mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the commander mode or covering the sensor of the VCR with black paper. Display window 2 1 3 1 Remaining battery time
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    Audio input level/Time qg Manual focus/Infinity (p. 59) wj Continuous mode (p. 123) qh Recording mode (p. 113) qj Standby/Recording (p. 16)/ Video control mode (p. 30)/ Image quality mode (p. 119) wk Video flash ready This indicator appears when you use the video flash light (optional). wl Self
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    Quick Function Guide Functions to adjust exposure (in the recording mode) •In insufficient light Low picture quality in digital D ZOOM [MENU] (p. 109) zoom •Focusing manually Manual focus (p. 59) •Recording fast-moving subjects Sports lesson mode (p. 56) Functions to be used in editing (in
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    ) display 134 Index search 65 "InfoLITHIUM" battery ...... 10 Intelligent accessory shoe .... 96 Interval recording 60 JPEG 116 Labeling a cassette 105 LANC 169 LCD screen 18 LUMINANCEKEY 41 M, N Main sound 111 Manual adjustment 44 Manual focus 59 Memory chromakey 125 Memory luminancekey
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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 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-VX2100
Model No.
AC-
Serial No.
Serial No.
DCR-VX2100
©2003 Sony Corporation