Sony DCR-PC100 Operating Instructions
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3-867-752-12 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCR-PC100 Model No. AC- Serial No. Serial No. DCR-PC100 ©1999 Sony Corporation - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
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 - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
For customers in CANADA CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. "Memory Stick" This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
of contents Checking supplied accessories 5 Quick Start Guide 6 Getting started Using this manual 8 Step 1 Preparing the power supply ... 10 Installing the battery pack 10 Charging the battery pack 11 Connecting to a wall outlet 13 Step 2 Inserting a cassette 14 Recording - Basics Recording - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 137) 5 Serial port adaptor for Memory Stick (1), PC serial cable (1), AC adaptor for Serial port adaptor (1) (p. 105) 6 "Memory Stick" (1) (p. 84) 7 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 29, 54) 8 Lens cap (1) (p. 15) 9 Application software: PictureGear 3.2Lite - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
)" for more information. Connecting the power cord (p. 13) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 10). AC power adaptor (supplied) Connect the plug with its v mark facing up. Open the DC IN jack cover. Quick Start Guide Inserting a cassette (p. 14) 1 Slide OPEN/ZEJECT in - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
on the LCD screen (p. 25) 1 Set the POWER POWER switch to VTR VTR while pressing the small green button. MEMORY OFF CAMERA 2 Press m to rewind the tape. REW 3 Press N to start playback. PLAY NOTE Do not pick up your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the LCD panel or the battery pack. 7 - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 8
through this manual, buttons and settings on your camcorder are shown in capital letters. e.g. 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 - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
your camcorder so as to point the viewfinder or the LCD screen toward the sun. The inside of the viewfinder or LCD screen may be damaged [c]. [a] [b] [c] Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, video tape, etc - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Install the battery pack to use your camcorder outdoors. (1) While sliding BATT RELEASE in the direction of the arrow 1, slide the battery terminal cover in the direction of the arrow 2. (2) Insert the battery pack in the direction of the - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
allows you to use the battery longer than usual, leave the battery pack in place for approximately one hour after the CHARGE lamp goes out. 1 4 POWER LOCK VTR MEMORY OFF CAMERA 2 CHARGE lamp Note Prevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the DC plug of the - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 12
. After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC power adaptor from the DC IN jack on your camcorder. What is "InfoLITHIUM?" The "InfoLITHIUM" is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange data with compatible electronic equipment about its battery consumption. Sony recommends that you use - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
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 Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (not supplied). 13 - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
down firmly. Doing so may cause malfunction. •The cassette compartment may not be closed when you press any part of the lid other than the mark. When you use mini DV cassette with cassette memory Read the instruction about cassette memory to use this function properly (p. 114). To prevent - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
for you. (1) Remove the lens cap and pull the lens cap string to fix it. (2) Install the power source and insert a cassette. See "Step 1" and "Step 2" for more information (p. 10 to p. 14). (3) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. Your camcorder is set to the standby - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
as you do not eject the cassette even if you turn off your camcorder. However, check the following: • When you change the battery pack, set the POWER switch to OFF. • Do not mix recordings in the SP mode and ones in the LP mode on one tape. When you use a tape with cassette memory, however, you can - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 17
be normal when recorded. During recording in the mirror mode ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander does not work. Indicators in the mirror mode The STBY POWER switch to OFF. (2) Close the LCD panel. (3) Eject the cassette. (4) Remove the battery pack. (5) Attach the battery terminal cover. - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
light, we recommend you to attach the lens hood. You can also attach the lens cap when using the lens hood. Detach the lens hood when: •You cannot shoot with the Remote Commander. In this case, the lens hood may block the infrared ray emitted from the Remote Commander. •You will attach a filter (not - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
1/2 inch (about 1 cm) away in the wide-angle position. Notes on digital zoom •Digital zoom starts to function when zoom exceeds 10×. •The picture quality deteriorates as you move the power zoom lever toward the "T" side. •You cannot use the digital zoom when the POWER switch is set to MEMORY. 19 - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
camcorder cassette memory. Recording mode indicator STBY/REC indicator 40min REC 0:00:01 Time code/Tape counter 45min Remaining tape indicator This appears after you insert a cassette and record or play back for a while. Remaining battery time indicator This appears after you turn on the power - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
time code indicates the recording or playback time, "0:00:00" (hours : minutes : seconds) in CAMERA mode and "0:00:00:00" (hours : minutes : seconds : frames) in VTR mode. You cannot rewrite only the time code. Remaining tape indicator The indicator may not be displayed accurately depending on the - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
animals for observation when you use this function. While your camcorder is in the standby or memory mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON. and "NIGHTSHOT" indicators NightShot function, focus manually. •Do not cover the NightShot Light emitter when using the NightShot function. •Detach the lens hood when you - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
SHTR button does not work: - While the fader function is set or in use. - While the digital effect function is in use. - When NIGHTSHOT is set to OFF. - When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY. NightShot Light NightShot Light rays are infrared and so are invisible. The maximum shooting distance using - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 24
recording Press START/STOP again. Use the Remote Commander for convenience. To record still pictures on tapes using the self-timer Press PHOTO in step 2 (p. 32). To record still pictures on "Memory Stick"s Press (self-timer), then press PHOTO in MEMORY mode (p. 94). To cancel self-timer recording - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 25
You can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. (1) Install the power source and insert the recorded tape. (2) Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. (3) Set the POWER switch to VTR while pressing the small green button. The video control buttons light up. (4) Press m to - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 26
you leave the power on for a long time Your camcorder gets warm. This is not a malfunction. When you open/close the LCD panel Make sure that the LCD panel is set vertically. To control the display of the screen indicators Press DISPLAY on your camcorder or on the Remote Commander supplied with your - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 27
Using the data code function Your camcorder automatically records not only images on the tape but also the recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) (Data code). You can only operate with the Remote Commander. Press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander in the playback mode. The - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 28
after you have recorded on the tape. When you use a tape with cassette memory, the end search function works even once you eject the cassette. In the various playback modes Sound is muted. When the playback pause mode lasts for five minutes Your camcorder automatically enters the stop mode. To - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 29
the AC power adaptor (p. 13). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV or VCR. Open the jack cover. Connect your camcorder to the TV using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Then, set the TV/VCR selector on the TV to VCR. Playback - Basics S VIDEO AUDIO/VIDEO : Signal - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 30
TV or VCR, you can easily view the picture on your TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the AV cordless IR receiver. LASER LINK LASER LINK emitter Insert the recorded cassette into your camcorder. (1) After connecting your TV and AV cordless IR receiver, set the POWER switch on - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 31
using a video printer (not supplied). You can record about 510 pictures in the SP mode and about 765 pictures in the LP mode on a 60-minute tape. Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can record still pictures on "Memory Stick"s (p. 91). (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) In - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 32
from the LCD or viewfinder screen while your camcorder is in the standby mode. You cannot cancel the self-timer recording using the Remote Commander. Note The self-timer recording mode is automatically canceled when: - Self-timer recording is finished. - The POWER switch is set to OFF or VTR. 32 - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 33
with your camcorder. Connect it to the AUDIO/VIDEO jack and connect the yellow plug of the cable to the video input of the video printer. Refer to the operating instructions of the video printer as well. Video printer LINE IN VIDEO S VIDEO S VIDEO AUDIO/VIDEO : Signal flow If the video printer is - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 34
indoor mode. In the automatic white balance mode Point your camcorder at a white subject for about 10 seconds after setting the POWER switch to CAMERA to get a better adjustment when: •You detach the battery for replacement. •You bring your camcorder to the outdoors from the interior of a house, or - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 35
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 an A/V connecting cable. 35 - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 36
FADERtMONOTONEtOVERLAPtno indicator The last selected fader mode is indicated first of all. (2) Press START/STOP. After the fade in/out is carried out, your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode. 1 FADER FADER 2 To cancel the fader function After the fade in/out is carried out : Your - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 37
fader function while using the following functions. - Digital effect - Low lux mode of PROGRAM AE (Overlap function only) - NightShot +Slow shutter - Photo recording When the OVERLAP indicator appears Your camcorder automatically stores the image recorded on a tape. As the image is being stored, the - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 38
menu settings. (p. 76). (2) Select the desired picture effect mode in the menu settings. MENU MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE OFF P EFFECT NEG. ART WHT BAL SEP I A AUTO SHTR B&W RETURN mode with DIGITAL EFFECT. When you turn the power off Your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode. 38 - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 39
can add special effects to recorded pictures using the various digital functions. The sound is recorded normally. STILL You can pictures more brightly. OLD MOVIE You can add an old movie type atmosphere to pictures. Your camcorder automatically sets the wide mode to ON and picture effect to SEPIA - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 40
appears. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired digital effect mode. The indicator changes as follows: STILL y FLASH y LUMI the bars appear. In the STILL and LUMI. modes, the still picture is stored in memory. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the effect. Items to be adjusted - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 41
mode: - Wide mode - Picture effect - PROGRAM AE When you turn the power off The digital effect will be automatically canceled. When recording in the slow shutter mode Auto focus may not be effective. Focus manually using a tripod. Shutter speed Shutter speed number SLOW SHTR 1 SLOW SHTR 2 SLOW - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 42
select PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to suit your specific shooting requirements. Spotlight mode This mode prevents people's faces recording distant subjects such as mountains and prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows when you are recording a subject behind glass - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 43
modes, you cannot take close-ups. This is because your camcorder is set to focus only on subjects in the middle to far distance. •In : - Digital effect - Overlap •While setting the NIGHTSHOT to ON, the PROGRAM AE function does not work. (The indicator flashes.) •While shooting in MEMORY mode, - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 44
the brightness. 1 2 To return to the automatic exposure mode Press EXPOSURE again. Note When you adjust the exposure manually, the backlight function does not work. If you change the PROGRAM AE mode or slide NIGHTSHOT to ON Your camcorder automatically returns to the automatic exposure mode. 44 - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 45
FOCUS lightly in the standby/recording/memory mode. The 9 indicator appears on camcorder returns to the manual focus mode. Use this mode when your camcorder focuses on near objects even though you are trying to shoot a distant object. To obtain correct focus First, focus a subject with the power - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 46
- Playing back a tape with picture effects During (p. 76). For details of each picture effect function, see page 38. MENU MANUAL SET P EFFECT RETURN OFF NEG. ART SEP I A B&W SOLAR I ZE effect function, record the pictures on the VCR, using your camcorder as a player. Pictures processed by the - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 47
you have processed using the digital effect, 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 IN/ OUT jack. When you set the POWER switch to OFF or stop - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 48
Quickly locating a scene using the zero set memory function Your 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 the playback mode, press - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 49
Operations Searching the boundaries of recorded tape by title - Title search If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can search for the boundaries of recorded tape by title (Title search)(p. 114). Use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) Set the POWER switch to VTR. (2) Set CM SEARCH - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 50
can use this function only when playing back a tape with cassette memory (p. 114). (1) Set the POWER switch to VTR. (2) Set CM SEARCH in to ON in the menu settings (p. 76). Default setting is ON. (3) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until the date search indicator appears. The - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 51
's recording is less than two minutes, your camcorder may not accurately find the point where the cassette memory (1) Set the POWER switch to VTR. (2) Set CM SEARCH in to OFF in the menu settings (p. 76). If using a tape without cassette memory, skip this step. (3) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 52
regardless of cassette memory (photo scan). Use the Remote Commander for these operations. Use this function to check or edit still pictures. Searching for a photo by using cassette memory You can use this function only when playing back a tape with cassette memory (p. 114). (1) Set the POWER switch - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 53
a photo - Photo search/Photo scan Searching for a photo without using cassette memory (1) Set the POWER switch to VTR. (2) Set CM SEARCH in to OFF in the menu settings (p. 76). (3) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until the photo search indicator appears. The indicator changes - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 54
MODE button on the Remote Commander You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems 8 mm, Hi8, Digital8, VHS, S-VHS, VHSC, Betamax, ED Betamax, mini DV or DV 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 - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 55
or the contents of cassette memory. Set the input selector on the VCR to the DV input position if the VCR is equipped with the input selector. (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, and insert the recorded tape into your camcorder. (2) Set the POWER switch to VTR - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 56
selected by frame. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. Since your camcorder exchanges digital signals, you can edit with little audio and video deterioration. You cannot duplicate titles, display indicators, or the contents of cassette memory. The connection is the same as on - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 57
may not work correctly. Errors in duplicating If you connect your camcorder to Sony equipment with the DV jack, the range of errors is within OUT is set at the beginning of the tape. If you do not make connections with the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) The screen shows NOT READY, and you - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 58
the scene where you want to start recording from. OUT S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO : Signal flow AUDIO/VIDEO S VIDEO 5 REC PAUSE When you have finished dubbing a tape Press x on both your camcorder and the VCR. Using the Remote Commander In step 5, press z REC and MARK simultaneously, then immediately - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 59
) to obtain high-quality pictures With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect an S video cable (not supplied) to the S (S1) video jacks of both your camcorder and the VCR. This connection produces higher quality DV format pictures. 59 - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 60
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 tape into the VCR. (2) Set the POWER switch to VTR. (3) Set - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 61
Editing Recording video or TV programs You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) When you dub a picture in digital form The color of the display may be uneven. However this does not affect the dubbed picture. If you record playback pause picture with the - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 62
set it to the playback pause mode. (4) Press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander. The ZERO SET MEMORY indicator flashes and the end point of the insert is stored in memory. The tape counter shows "0:00:00." (5) On your camcorder, locate the insert start point [b] by pressing m, then press z REC - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 63
when you insert the new scene. If you insert scenes on the tape recorded with other camcorder (including other DCR-PC100) The picture and sound may be distorted. We recommend that you insert scenes on a tape recorded with your camcorder. When the inserted picture is played back The picture and sound - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 64
recorded tape by specifying starting and ending points. The original sound will not be erased. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Connecting the microphone with the MIC jack MIC (PLUG IN POWER) : Signal flow Microphone (not supplied) Connecting the microphone with the intelligent accessory - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 65
(yellow) plug. Dubbing with the built-in microphone No connection is necessary. Notes •When dubbing with the AUDIO/VIDEO jack, you can check the recorded picture on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, and can check the recorded sound by using a speaker or - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 66
tape (1) Insert the recorded tape into your camcorder. (2) Set the POWER switch to VTR on your camcorder. (3) Locate the recording start point by pressing N on the Remote : END Five minutes after when you disconnect the power source or remove the battery pack, the setting of AUDIO MIX returns to the - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 67
that you add new sound on a tape recorded with your camcorder If you add new sound on a tape recorded with another camcorder (including other DCR-PC100), the sound quality may become worse. To add new sound more precisely Press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander at the point where you want - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 68
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 five seconds from the point where you superimposed it. You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 69
the tape has a blank portion in the middle of the recorded parts The title may not be displayed correctly. The titles superimposed with your camcorder •They are displayed by only the DV format video equipment with index titler function. •The point you superimposed the title may be detected as - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 70
20 titles, if one title consists of five characters However, if the cassette memory is full with date, photo and cassette label data, one cassette can have only up to about 11 titles with five characters each. Cassette memory capacity is as follows: • Six date data (maximum) • 12 photo data (maximum - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 71
Superimposing a title Erasing a title (1) Set the POWER switch to VTR. (2) Press MENU to display the MENU 3,4 CM SET CM SEARCH T I TLEERASE T I TLE DSPL TAPE T I TLE ERASE ALL [MENU] : END 5,6 CM SET CM SEARCH T I TLEERASE T I TLE DSPL TAPE T I TLE ERASE ALL RETURN [MENU] : END To cancel erasing - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 72
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 /PUSH EXEC dial to select [SET], then press the dial. The title is stored in memory. (8) Press TITLE to make the title menu disappear. 1 TITLE PRESET TITLE HELLO! HAPPY - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 73
or longer to enter characters in the standby mode while a cassette is in your camcorder The power automatically goes off. The characters you have entered remain stored in memory. Set the POWER switch to OFF once and then to CAMERA again, then complete your title. We recommend setting the playback - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 74
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 ON, the label is displayed for about five seconds. (1) Insert the cassette you want to - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 75
a space Select [ ], then select the blank part. To change the label you have made Insert the cassette to change the label, and operate in the same way to make a new label. If you set the write-protect tab of the tape to lock You cannot label the tape. Slide the write-protect tab to - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 76
"Selecting the mode setting of each item" (p. 77). 1 MENU CAMERA MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR [MENU] : END MEMORY MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE WHT BAL VTR MANUAL SET P EFFECT [MENU] : END [MENU] : END 2 3 4 MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT OTHERS WORLD TIME BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 77
To make the menu display disappear Press MENU. Menu items are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VTR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET CM SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Customizing Your Camcorder Selecting the mode setting of each item z is the default setting. Menu items differ - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 78
with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. VTR CAMERA MEMORY VTR CAMERA MEMORY VTR CAMERA MEMORY VTR CAMERA MEMORY To darken To lighten When LCD B. L. is set to BRIGHT, the battery life is reduced by nearly 10%. When you use power sources other than the battery pack, "BRIGHT" is automatically selected. 78 - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 79
VTR, IMAGE SIZE is automatically set to 640 × 480. Notes on formatting •Supplied or optional "Memory Stick"s have been formatted at factory. Formatting with this camcorder is not required. •Do not turn the POWER switch or press any button while the display shows "FORMATTING." •You cannot format the - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 80
with high quality). POWER switch VTR VTR CAMERA VTR VTR CAMERA VTR CAMERA VTR CAMERA VTR CAMERA Notes on the LP mode • When you record a tape in the LP mode on your camcorder, we recommend playing back the tape on your camcorder. When you play back the tape on other camcorders or VCRs, noise may - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 81
on a Sony TV when using the laser link function (p. 30). To switch the video input on a Sony TV when POWER switch VTR CAMERA VTR CAMERA MEMORY VTR CAMERA MEMORY VTR CAMERA MEMORY VTR CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA Notes on DEMO MODE •You cannot select DEMO MODE when a cassette is inserted in your camcorder - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 82
cable) (not supplied) (p. 56). POWER switch CAMERA MEMORY VTR CAMERA MEMORY VTR CAMERA MEMORY VTR CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA MEMORY VTR Note If you press DISPLAY 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-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 83
) because the vanadium-lithium battery installed in your camcorder will have been discharged the menu settings disappear. 1,7 2 3 MENU MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR of the tape and the "Memory Stick." Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 84
turn the power off, or detach the battery for replacement when the access lamp is flashing. - If you use "Memory Stick"s near magnets or magnet fields such as those of speakers and televisions. •Prevent metallic objects or your finger from coming into contact with the metal parts of the connecting - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 85
data files recorded on "Memory Stick"s by your camcorder conform with the Design Rules for Camera File Systems universal standard established by the JEIDA (Japan Electronic Industry Development Association). You cannot play back on your camcorder still images recorded on other equipment (DCR-TRV890E - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 86
Sony logo pointing toward the LCD panel and the b mark pointing inward. Access lamp To eject a "Memory Stick" Press MEMORY RELEASE. MEMORY RELEASE When the access lamp is lit or flashing Never shake or strike your camcorder. Do not turn the power off , eject a "Memory Stick" or remove the battery - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 87
dial to select the desired image quality, then press the dial. VTR 1 POWER LOCK LOCK 3 MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS QUAL I TY IMAGE SIZE PR I NT MARK PROTECT SL I DE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT [MENU] : END MEMORY OFF CAMERA 4 MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS QUAL I TY SUPER F I NE IMAGE SIZE PR I NT - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 88
Using a "Memory Stick" - introduction Image quality settings Setting Meaning SUPER FINE (SFN) This is the highest image quality in your camcorder. The number of still images you can record is less than FINE. The image is compressed to about 1/3. SFN appears on the screen. FINE (FINE) - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 89
POWER LOCK LOCK 3 MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS QUAL I TY IMAGE SIZE PR I NT MARK PROTECT SL I DE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT [MENU] : END MEMORY OFF CAMERA 4 MEMORY I DE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN [MENU] : END "Memory Stick" Operations Image size settings Setting Meaning 1152 × 864 To record - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 90
number of images you can record on a "Memory Stick" The approximate number of images you can record on "Memory Stick" that is formatted using this camcorder varies depending on which image quality mode you select and the complexity of the subject. 4MB type (supplied): Image size 640 × 480 SUPER - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 91
LOCK "Memory Stick" Operations VTR MEMORY OFF CAMERA 2 PHOTO 3 PHOTO 1152 SFN 1 / 6 The number of images that can be recorded on the "Memory Stick" The number of recorded images 1152 SFN When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work: wide TV mode, digital effect - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 92
Memory Stick"s - Memory photo recording While you 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 When recording in MEMORY mode The angle of view is a little increased than one in CAMERA mode. Recording - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 93
Recording still images on "Memory Stick"s - Memory photo recording 2 MENU VTR 1 POWER LOCK LOCK MEMORY OFF CAMERA "Memory Stick" Operations 3 MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS QUAL I TY IMAGE SIZE PR I NT MARK PROTECT SL I DE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT [MENU] : END 4 5 MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS OFF QUAL I - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 94
, then recording starts automatically. 1 POWER LOCK LOCK VTR MEMORY OFF CAMERA 2 3 PHOTO 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 - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 95
brighter area of a still picture such as a handwritten illustration or 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 the top of a still picture such as a picture can be used - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 96
"Memory Stick" and a mini DV tape to be recorded into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Press MEMORY PLAY in the 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 Remote - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 97
Remote Commander after step 6. To change the mode setting Press SEL/PUSH EXEC dial after step 6, and repeat the procedure from step 4. To cancel M. CHROM/M. LUMI/C. CHROM Press MEMORY PLAY. During recording You cannot change the mode setting. The "Memory Stick" supplied with your camcorder has - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 98
unit. As well do not turn the power off , eject a "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the 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 with - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 99
a still image Titles have already recorded on mini DV tapes You cannot record the titles on "Memory Stick"s. The title does not appear while you are recording a still picture with PHOTO. When you press PHOTO on the Remote Commander Your camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 100
obtain high-quality pictures With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect an S video cable (not supplied) to the S (S1) video jacks of both your camcorder and the VCR/TV. This connection produces higher quality DV format pictures. 100 - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 101
take in only still images from mini DV tapes and record them on a "Memory Stick" in sequence. Before operation •Insert a recorded mini DV tape into your camcorder and rewind the tape. •Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VTR. (2) Press MENU to display the - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 102
size is automatically set to 640 × 480. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Never shake or strike your camcorder. As well do not turn the power off, eject a "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the image data breakdown may occur. To record all the images recorded on the mini DV - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 103
+ on the Remote Commander. 3 PLAY 1 POWER LOCK LOCK VTR "Memory Stick" Operations MEMORY OFF CAMERA 2 4+ - To stop memory photo playback Press MEMORY 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 - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 104
images Print mark Protect indicator Data file name 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 VTR or MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 105
camcorder, the Memory Stick/PC card kit or PC card adaptor for Memory Stick (not supplied) for this operation. For detailed instructions on operation, refer to the operating instructions of the serial port adaptor, Memory Stick/PC card kit or PC card adaptor for Memory Stick and application software - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 106
You can copy still images or titles recorded on a "Memory Stick" and record them to a mini DV tape. Before operation Insert a mini DV tape for recording and a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VTR. (2) Using the video control buttons, search a point where you want to - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 107
" Operations Copying the image recorded on "Memory Stick"s to mini DV tapes Note on the index screen You cannot 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 the standby - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 108
/PUSH EXEC dial to select SLIDE SHOW, then press the dial. (5) Press MEMORY PLAY. Your camcorder plays back the images recorded on a "Memory Stick" in sequence. 1 POWER LOCK LOCK VTR MEMORY OFF CAMERA 2 3 MENU 5 4 PLAY MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS QUAL I TY IMAGE SIZE PR I NT MARK PROTECT SL - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 109
images. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VTR. Make sure that the beside the data file name of the protected image. 1 POWER LOCK LOCK VTR "Memory Stick" Operations MEMORY OFF CAMERA 3,7 4 MENU 5 6 MEMORY SET 10 / 15 - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 110
Deleting images You can delete images stored in a "Memory Stick." Deleting selected images Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VTR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Play back the image you want - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 111
images in a "Memory Stick." Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that deleted, "COMPLETE" is displayed. 1 POWER LOCK LOCK "Memory Stick" Operations VTR MEMORY OFF CAMERA 2 3 MENU 4 5 6 MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS QUAL I - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 112
Deleting images To cancel deleting all the images in the "Memory Stick" Select RETURN in step 4, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. While "DELETING" appears Do not turn the POWER switch or press any buttons. 112 - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 113
Press MENU to erase the menu display. The " " mark is displayed beside the data file name of the image with a print mark. 1 POWER LOCK LOCK "Memory Stick" Operations VTR MEMORY OFF CAMERA 3,7 4 MENU 5 6 MEMORY SET 10 / 12 CONT I NUOUS QUAL I TY IMAGE SIZE PR I NT MARK OFF PROTECT - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 114
. 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 4KB. Your camcorder can accommodate up to 16KB - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 115
[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 in its case, and store it in an upright position. If the cassette memory function does not work Reinsert a cassette a few times. The gold-plated connector of mini - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 116
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 LCD screen or in the viewfinder, the self-diagnosis display function has - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 117
is not a malfunction. • If 10 minutes elapse after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or DEMO MODE is set to ON in the menu settings without a cassette inserted, your camcorder automatically starts the demonstration. c Insert a cassette. The demonstration stops. You can also cancel DEMO MODE. (p. 81 - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 118
dead or nearly dead. c Install a charged battery pack. (p. 10, 11) • The AC power adaptor is not connected to a wall outlet. c Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall outlet. (p. 13) • The tape was ejected after recording when using a tape without cassette memory. (p. 24, 28) • You have not recorded - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 119
no functions except for cassette ejection work. indicator does not appear when using a tape with cassette memory. Remaining tape indicator is not displayed. Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The power source is disconnected. c Connect it firmly. (p. 10, 13) • The battery is dead. c Use a charged - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 120
Troubleshooting Symptom The photo save function does not work. Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK. c Set the tab to write. (p. 84) • The battery pack is dead. c Install a charged battery pack or use the AC power adaptor instead of the - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 121
one hour to acclimatize. (p. 126) • Some troubles have occurred in your camcorder. c Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate your camcorder. • The POWER switch is not set to OFF. c Set it to OFF. • Charging has been completed. • The battery pack is not properly installed. c Install it - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 122
of the AC power adaptor or remove the battery pack. After reconnecting the power source, operate your camcorder. • A malfunction that you cannot service has occurred. c Contact your Sony dealer and inform them of the 5-digit code. (example: E:61:10) If you are unable to rectify the problem even if - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 123
Moisture condensation has occurred* Fast flashing: •Eject the cassette, turn off your camcorder, and leave it for about one hour with the cassette compartment open (p. 126). Warning indicator as to cassette memory Slow flashing: •No tape with cassette memory is inserted (p. 114).* Warning indicator - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 124
time (p. 83). • FOR "InfoLITHIUM" Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (p. 11). BATTERY ONLY • MEMORY FULL The "Memory Stick" is full in photo save function (p. 102). • CLEANING CASSETTE The video heads are dirty (p. 127). • FULL The tape cassette memory is full (p. 70).* • 16BIT AUDIO MODE is - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 125
area with the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. When charging the battery pack, use a commercially 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 - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 126
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, the cassette is inserted in your - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 127
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 (not supplied). Check the picture and if the above problem persists, repeat cleaning. [a] [b] or Cleaning the LCD screen If fingerprints - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 128
Camcorder operation • Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC power 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 - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 129
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 - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 130
lb 3 oz (550 g) main unit only 1 lb 7 oz (650 g) including the battery pack, NP-FM50, cassette DVM60 and lens cap Supplied accessories See page 5. AC power adaptor Power requirements 100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption 23 W Output voltage DC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.5 A in the operating mode Operating - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 131
- Quick Reference - Identifying the parts and controls Camcorder 1 4 5 6 7 2 8 3 9 0 1 Lens cap (p. 15) 2 OPEN button (p. 16, 25) 3 LCD screen (p. 16) 4 Microphone (p. 65) 5 Intelligent accessory shoe (p. 64) 6 Eyecup 7 Viewfinder (p. 18) 8 MEMORY RELEASE button (p. 86) 9 FADER button - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 132
MEMORY +/- buttons (p. 96, 103) ql DISPLAY button (p. 26) w; MENU button (p. 76) wh wj wk wl wa LOCK switch (p. 16) ws (self-timer) button (p. 23, 32, 94) wd Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 18) wf START/STOP button (p. 15) wg POWER switch (p. 15) wh SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (p. 76) wj Cassette lid - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 133
cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage your camcorder. es DC IN jack cover (p. 11) ed CHARGE lamp (p. 11) ef Access lamp (p. 86) eg "Memory Stick" slot (p. 86) eh BATT (battery) RELEASE lever (p. 10) ej Video control buttons (p. 25, 28, 57) x STOP (stop) m REW (rewind) N PLAY - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 134
31, 91) rj +SLOW SHTR button (p. 22) rk Power zoom lever (p. 19) rl Lens t; Focus ring (p. 45) ta Infrared rays emitter (p. 22, 30) ts Remote sensor td Camera recording lamp (p. 15) Note on the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which can reproduce a fine image. The - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 135
(p. 55, 60, 100) This "i.LINK" mark is a trademark of Sony Corporation and indicates that this product is in agreement with IEEE 13941995 specifications and their revisions. The DV IN/OUT jack is i.LINK compatible. tg i (headphones) jack th AUDIO/VIDEO jack (p. 29, 33, 54, 58, 65, 99) Fastening the - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 136
Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control your camcorder after turning on your camcorder. 2 ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 48) 3 PHOTO button (p. 31, 91) 4 DISPLAY button (p. 26) 5 Memory control buttons (p. 96, 103) 6 SEARCH MODE button (p. 49, 50, 52) 7 Video control buttons (p. 28) 8 REC - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 137
Commander may not function properly. •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 avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in the commander mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 138
0 wf qa wg qs 138 1 Cassette memory indicator (p. 114) 2 Remaining battery time indicator (p. 20) 3 Zoom indicator (p. 19)/Exposure indicator (p. 44)/Data file name indicator (p. 84) 4 Digital effect indicator (p. 39)/FADER indicator (p. 36) /MEMORY MIX indicator (p. 95) 5 16:9WIDE indicator - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 139
Quick Function Guide Functions to of picture quality in digital zoom D ZOOM [MENU] (p. 76) •Focusing manually Manual focus (p. 45) computer "Memory Stick" (p. 84) Functions to be used after recording (in the playback mode) •Digital processing of recorded images PICTURE EFFECT (p. 46)/ DIGITAL - Sony DCR-PC100 | Operating Instructions - Page 140
74 LANC 135 LASER LINK 30 LCD screen 16 LUMINANCEKEY 39 C, D M, N Camera chromakey 95 Carl Zeiss lens 134 Cassette memory 8, 114 Charging battery 11 Charging vanadium-lithium battery 127 Clock set 83 Connection (dubbing a tape 54 (viewing on TV 29 Continuous 92 Data code 27 Date
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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-PC100
Digital
Video Camera
Recorder
Model No.
DCR-PC100
Model No.
AC-
Serial No.
Serial No.