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Record the serial number in the space provided below. DCR-DVD200 TM SERIES DCR-DVD100/DVD200/DVD300 ©2003 Sony Corporation DCR-DVD Model No. Model No. Serial No. Serial No. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. AC- Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Digital Video Camera Recorder DCR-DVD100/DVD200/DVD300 3-081-300-14 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product.
Record the serial number in the space provided below. DCR-DVD200 TM SERIES DCR-DVD100/DVD200/DVD300 ©2003 Sony Corporation DCR-DVD Model No. Model No. Serial No. Serial No. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. AC- Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Digital Video Camera Recorder DCR-DVD100/DVD200/DVD300 3-081-300-14 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product.
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...movies and still images recorded on the disc in ways that are new and different from those of still images continuously on your DVD Handycam Your DVD Handycam uses DVD-R and DVD-RW as a recording media. Read the next few pages to find a scene quickly using this first What you can play ... on a DVD player if you finalize the disc. 4 You can play back still images one after another . You can find out how. You can find the desired scene quickly using a Visual Index display. Read this convenient index. You can also enjoy the playback of a tape media-based camcorder.
...movies and still images recorded on the disc in ways that are new and different from those of still images continuously on your DVD Handycam Your DVD Handycam uses DVD-R and DVD-RW as a recording media. Read the next few pages to find a scene quickly using this first What you can play ... on a DVD player if you finalize the disc. 4 You can play back still images one after another . You can find out how. You can find the desired scene quickly using a Visual Index display. Read this convenient index. You can also enjoy the playback of a tape media-based camcorder.
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You can edit and copy a disc easily on your own original DVD disc. 5 You can play back a disc recorded with your DVD Handycam on DVD players that can play back a disc recorded with your DVD Handycam on your computer. You can edit and copy a disc easily by connecting your DVD Handycam to produce your DVD player. It also enables you to your computer using the supplied ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony DVD Handycam software. Read this first You can play back DVD-R/DVD-RW.
You can edit and copy a disc easily on your own original DVD disc. 5 You can play back a disc recorded with your DVD Handycam on DVD players that can play back a disc recorded with your DVD Handycam on your computer. You can edit and copy a disc easily by connecting your DVD Handycam to produce your DVD player. It also enables you to your computer using the supplied ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony DVD Handycam software. Read this first You can play back DVD-R/DVD-RW.
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...DMW60 (double-sided disc) Discs other than these two discs? What is the difference between these two types are cannot be used in your DVD Handycam. It is suitable for permanent records and for source gathering and temporary recordings. It is suitable for making a backup copy. Recorded in ... and they are available. The number of incompatible discs • 12cm DVD-R • 12cm DVD-RW • DVD+R • DVD-RAM • DVD+RW • DVD-ROM • CD-R • CD-RW 6 DVD-Rs can I choose between DVD-R and DVD-RW? How can choose VIDEO mode or VR mode to make your needs...
...DMW60 (double-sided disc) Discs other than these two discs? What is the difference between these two types are cannot be used in your DVD Handycam. It is suitable for permanent records and for source gathering and temporary recordings. It is suitable for making a backup copy. Recorded in ... and they are available. The number of incompatible discs • 12cm DVD-R • 12cm DVD-RW • DVD+R • DVD-RAM • DVD+RW • DVD-ROM • CD-R • CD-RW 6 DVD-Rs can I choose between DVD-R and DVD-RW? How can choose VIDEO mode or VR mode to make your needs...
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... equipment for playback? Read this first What kind of players that can play back a disc recorded by Sony DVD Handycam camcorders are limited. * DVD-R/RW discs recorded by your DVD Handycam. DVD player/ DVD recorder Computer with a DVD drive installed DVD player/ DVD recorder Computer with a DVD drive installed In VIDEO mode and VR (Video Recording) mode VIDEO mode: A disc has wide compatibility...
... equipment for playback? Read this first What kind of players that can play back a disc recorded by Sony DVD Handycam camcorders are limited. * DVD-R/RW discs recorded by your DVD Handycam. DVD player/ DVD recorder Computer with a DVD drive installed DVD player/ DVD recorder Computer with a DVD drive installed In VIDEO mode and VR (Video Recording) mode VIDEO mode: A disc has wide compatibility...
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... to prepare and use your movies and still images are recorded in free areas on the disc automatically, important recordings are not overwritten. Because your DVD Handycam Preparing Prepare a new disc. • You can be recorded on the right page. 8 Select a recording format (either VIDEO mode or VR mode) when using a once...
... to prepare and use your movies and still images are recorded in free areas on the disc automatically, important recordings are not overwritten. Because your DVD Handycam Preparing Prepare a new disc. • You can be recorded on the right page. 8 Select a recording format (either VIDEO mode or VR mode) when using a once...
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... You can produce an original DVD by connecting your DVD Handycam to your computer. Finalize the disc so that it . You can make a copy of a disc you have recorded by editing your movies/still images on your computer with other DVD players. Overwrite Edit Format DVD-R (VIDEO mode) DVD-RW (VIDEO mode) DVD-RW (VR mode) No...
... You can produce an original DVD by connecting your DVD Handycam to your computer. Finalize the disc so that it . You can make a copy of a disc you have recorded by editing your movies/still images on your computer with other DVD players. Overwrite Edit Format DVD-R (VIDEO mode) DVD-RW (VIDEO mode) DVD-RW (VR mode) No...
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... Shooting movies/still images 28 Before shooting 28 Shooting movies 29 Shooting still images 34 Shooting techniques to match your DVD Handycam 8 Getting Started Using this manual 12 Checking the supplied accessories ..... 14 Step 1 Preparing the power source ... ...camcorder ...... 55 Choosing and viewing a recording - Wide mode 45 10 Optimizing the camera automatically - BACK LIGHT 41 Shooting in the dark - PB ZOOM 60 Playing still images automatically - Table of contents Read this first What you can do with your DVD Handycam 4 What is the difference between DVD-R and DVD...
... Shooting movies/still images 28 Before shooting 28 Shooting movies 29 Shooting still images 34 Shooting techniques to match your DVD Handycam 8 Getting Started Using this manual 12 Checking the supplied accessories ..... 14 Step 1 Preparing the power source ... ...camcorder ...... 55 Choosing and viewing a recording - Wide mode 45 10 Optimizing the camera automatically - BACK LIGHT 41 Shooting in the dark - PB ZOOM 60 Playing still images automatically - Table of contents Read this first What you can do with your DVD Handycam 4 What is the difference between DVD-R and DVD...
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... a tape 106 Dubbing a TV program or video tape onto a disc 107 Connecting your camcorder to the computer 92 Consulting the on-line help (operating instructions) of ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony DVD Handycam 97 Viewing scenes recorded on your computer 98 Viewing scenes on the disc 98 Making a... disc copy - Introduction 89 System requirements 89 Installing the USB driver 90 Installing software 91 Connecting your camcorder to a TV or a VCR 107...
... a tape 106 Dubbing a TV program or video tape onto a disc 107 Connecting your camcorder to the computer 92 Consulting the on-line help (operating instructions) of ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony DVD Handycam 97 Viewing scenes recorded on your computer 98 Viewing scenes on the disc 98 Making a... disc copy - Introduction 89 System requirements 89 Installing the USB driver 90 Installing software 91 Connecting your camcorder to a TV or a VCR 107...
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...play with other players. For details on the disc and the players. 13 Compatible players: DVD players that appear constantly on your camcorder on a disc recorded in VR mode. Disc compatibility with your camcorder must finalize a disc after all the recording is required only when other players Discs recorded... on the LCD screen and the finder. On DVD-RW, you finalize it . Discs recorded in VIDEO mode You must be recorded in VR mode. Finalizing is finished. Getting Started Using this manual Camcorder care LCD screen/finder The LCD screen and the finder are...
...play with other players. For details on the disc and the players. 13 Compatible players: DVD players that appear constantly on your camcorder on a disc recorded in VR mode. Disc compatibility with your camcorder must finalize a disc after all the recording is required only when other players Discs recorded... on the LCD screen and the finder. On DVD-RW, you finalize it . Discs recorded in VIDEO mode You must be recorded in VR mode. Finalizing is finished. Getting Started Using this manual Camcorder care LCD screen/finder The LCD screen and the finder are...
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Checking the supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 qa 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (page 141) 2 AC-L15A AC adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (page 16) 3 Size AA (R6) battery for the Remote Commander (2) (page 142) 4 NP-FM50 rechargeable battery pack (1) (page 15) 5 A/V connecting cable (1) 6 Shoulder strap (1) 7 Lens cap (1) (page 29) 8 USB cable (1) (page 92) 9 DVD-R (DMR30) (1) q; CD-ROM (SPVD-011 USB Driver) (1) qa Cleaning cloth (1) 14
Checking the supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 qa 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (page 141) 2 AC-L15A AC adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (page 16) 3 Size AA (R6) battery for the Remote Commander (2) (page 142) 4 NP-FM50 rechargeable battery pack (1) (page 15) 5 A/V connecting cable (1) 6 Shoulder strap (1) 7 Lens cap (1) (page 29) 8 USB cable (1) (page 92) 9 DVD-R (DMR30) (1) q; CD-ROM (SPVD-011 USB Driver) (1) qa Cleaning cloth (1) 14
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... a disc for recording A new DVD-R or DVD-RW is required for the first time. 43 Access/Open lamp 5 1 2 1 Set the mode dial to (Movie) or (Still). 2 Turn the power on the type of disc you use. The preparation procedure is used for recording. Tips •The camcorder is set in the VIDEO... mode as the default setting. •Formatting is required when a DVD-RW is different depending on by sliding the POWER switch upward while pressing the green button. 3 ...
... a disc for recording A new DVD-R or DVD-RW is required for the first time. 43 Access/Open lamp 5 1 2 1 Set the mode dial to (Movie) or (Still). 2 Turn the power on the type of disc you use. The preparation procedure is used for recording. Tips •The camcorder is set in the VIDEO... mode as the default setting. •Formatting is required when a DVD-RW is different depending on by sliding the POWER switch upward while pressing the green button. 3 ...
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...is closed without a disc being set. The information on previously recorded areas may not be displayed correctly depending on the DVD-RW. With a DVD-R, you can start recording on the condition of the disc. 27 The FORMAT display appears when you close the disc ...press ENTER. 2 Select [VR] with v/V, then press ENTER. 3 Select [EXECUTE] with v/V, then press ENTER. 4 Select [YES] with b/v/V/ B, then press ENTER. Your camcorder starts recognizing the inserted disc. The disc formatting starts. On disc information When you replace a disc, disc information such as the date you can open...
...is closed without a disc being set. The information on previously recorded areas may not be displayed correctly depending on the DVD-RW. With a DVD-R, you can start recording on the condition of the disc. 27 The FORMAT display appears when you close the disc ...press ENTER. 2 Select [VR] with v/V, then press ENTER. 3 Select [EXECUTE] with v/V, then press ENTER. 4 Select [YES] with b/v/V/ B, then press ENTER. Your camcorder starts recognizing the inserted disc. The disc formatting starts. On disc information When you replace a disc, disc information such as the date you can open...
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...scene is unnecessary, you can delete the last scene only when it on DVD-Rs cannot be deleted. Note You can forward/backward the images with b/B, then press ENTER. when you delete the still images recorded continuously (BURST, DCR-DVD200/ DVD300 only), all the images are deleted once. Review You can delete...the review. REVIEW 0:00:28 -RW VIDEO DELETE? Notes •When you move the mode dial. - Tip When reviewing still images recorded continuously (BURST, DCR-DVD200/DVD300 only), you can check the last recorded scene quickly. Other functions Checking the last scene -
...scene is unnecessary, you can delete the last scene only when it on DVD-Rs cannot be deleted. Note You can forward/backward the images with b/B, then press ENTER. when you delete the still images recorded continuously (BURST, DCR-DVD200/ DVD300 only), all the images are deleted once. Review You can delete...the review. REVIEW 0:00:28 -RW VIDEO DELETE? Notes •When you move the mode dial. - Tip When reviewing still images recorded continuously (BURST, DCR-DVD200/DVD300 only), you can check the last recorded scene quickly. Other functions Checking the last scene -
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... 1 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder during finalizing. •Playback may pause between DVD-Rs and DVD-RWs. Note that you cannot record again on DVD-Video compatible players. Notes •Power your camcorder from a wall outlet using the AC adaptor. •If you ...AC adaptor during finalizing, the disc may be damaged. •Do not vibrate your camcorder, then connect the power cord to finalize the disc before you can record again on other players such as DVD players. Before finalizing the disc Place your player. MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT ...
... 1 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder during finalizing. •Playback may pause between DVD-Rs and DVD-RWs. Note that you cannot record again on DVD-Video compatible players. Notes •Power your camcorder from a wall outlet using the AC adaptor. •If you ...AC adaptor during finalizing, the disc may be damaged. •Do not vibrate your camcorder, then connect the power cord to finalize the disc before you can record again on other players such as DVD players. Before finalizing the disc Place your player. MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT ...
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...the playback on a disc recorded in sequence. Finalizing a disc 5 Select [FINALIZE] with v/V, then press ENTER. To play back still images on players such as DVD players, still images must be converted to step 7 in "Saving all the still images on page 54 if you want to a movie file" (page 77... from the LCD display. 64 See "Changing the disc title" on a disc to change the disc title. When still images are included on DVD players appears shortly. The disc title is set as JPEG files. FINALIZE DISC TITLE PHOTOMOVIE EXECUTE RETURN NO YES EST. Finalizing starts.
...the playback on a disc recorded in sequence. Finalizing a disc 5 Select [FINALIZE] with v/V, then press ENTER. To play back still images on players such as DVD players, still images must be converted to step 7 in "Saving all the still images on page 54 if you want to a movie file" (page 77... from the LCD display. 64 See "Changing the disc title" on a disc to change the disc title. When still images are included on DVD players appears shortly. The disc title is set as JPEG files. FINALIZE DISC TITLE PHOTOMOVIE EXECUTE RETURN NO YES EST. Finalizing starts.
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... clearly, as the resolution (pixels) of converted photo movie is displayed as a photo movie swapping images in every three seconds. Playing back a disc on DVD players To play back a disc recorded in VIDEO mode You can play back still images Still images are played back as the thumbnail. JAN 1 2003... 1 2003 5 : 30PM JAN 1 2003 5 : 32PM 2/2 JAN 1 2003 4 : 55PM Movies Still images converted to be played back in menu display on the DVD player. To play back DVD-Rs or DVD-RWs. In menu display, six scenes are listed per page (200 pages in maximum). Tip For details on how to the Visual...
... clearly, as the resolution (pixels) of converted photo movie is displayed as a photo movie swapping images in every three seconds. Playing back a disc on DVD players To play back a disc recorded in VIDEO mode You can play back still images Still images are played back as the thumbnail. JAN 1 2003... 1 2003 5 : 30PM JAN 1 2003 5 : 32PM 2/2 JAN 1 2003 4 : 55PM Movies Still images converted to be played back in menu display on the DVD player. To play back DVD-Rs or DVD-RWs. In menu display, six scenes are listed per page (200 pages in maximum). Tip For details on how to the Visual...
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The operation is different depending on other players To play back a disc recorded in VR mode You can play back DVD-RWs in VR mode. Notes •To play back still images on your player. To play back still images The operation is lower than that ...
The operation is different depending on other players To play back a disc recorded in VR mode You can play back DVD-RWs in VR mode. Notes •To play back still images on your player. To play back still images The operation is lower than that ...
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...Or, double-click the [My Computer] icon on a computer without a DVD drive, by connecting your camcorder to the DVD drive of your computer. The date the disc was first used is played back. A DVD playback application starts and the movie is recorded on the volume label of ...Microsoft Windows XP Professional. 1 Turn on some computers. When a DVD playback application starts, close the ...
...Or, double-click the [My Computer] icon on a computer without a DVD drive, by connecting your camcorder to the DVD drive of your computer. The date the disc was first used is played back. A DVD playback application starts and the movie is recorded on the volume label of ...Microsoft Windows XP Professional. 1 Turn on some computers. When a DVD playback application starts, close the ...
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...finalized disc on the screen. The selected still image appears on other players 4 Right-click the DVD drive with 8 cm discs. •The disc may not be shown. Notes •Use the DVD drive compatible with the disc inserted, then click [Open]. The list of movies and still ...stored in the disc appear. 5 Click [DCIM] t [100MSDCF]. Structures and file names of still images recorded on a computer without DVD drive, by connecting your camcorder to be played back on VR mode) Still images: DCIM\100MSDCF folder Still image folder Movie folder 69 Movies: VIDEO_TS folder (on VIDEO...
...finalized disc on the screen. The selected still image appears on other players 4 Right-click the DVD drive with 8 cm discs. •The disc may not be shown. Notes •Use the DVD drive compatible with the disc inserted, then click [Open]. The list of movies and still ...stored in the disc appear. 5 Click [DCIM] t [100MSDCF]. Structures and file names of still images recorded on a computer without DVD drive, by connecting your camcorder to be played back on VR mode) Still images: DCIM\100MSDCF folder Still image folder Movie folder 69 Movies: VIDEO_TS folder (on VIDEO...