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Model No. DCR-IP Model No. DCR-IP220 DCR-IP210/IP220 ©2002 Sony Corporation Serial No. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. 3-076-897-11 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product. Serial No. AC-
Model No. DCR-IP Model No. DCR-IP220 DCR-IP210/IP220 ©2002 Sony Corporation Serial No. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. 3-076-897-11 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product. Serial No. AC-
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...Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries. Congratulations on your Handycam, you can capture life's precious moments with this Sony Handycam. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to persons. Your Handycam is... TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. DCR-IP220 only Countries and areas where you can use network functions are recyclable. This Class B digital apparatus complies with advanced features, but at the same time it is intended to alert ...
...Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries. Congratulations on your Handycam, you can capture life's precious moments with this Sony Handycam. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to persons. Your Handycam is... TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. DCR-IP220 only Countries and areas where you can use network functions are recyclable. This Class B digital apparatus complies with advanced features, but at the same time it is intended to alert ...
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...frequency energy and, if not installed and used with the equipment in order to comply with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-IP220 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. If this product, you may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Connect the equipment into an outlet on ,...the equipment off and on a circuit different from that to which can be made. For customers in accordance with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Telephone No.: 201-930-6972 This device complies with the limits for ...
...frequency energy and, if not installed and used with the equipment in order to comply with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-IP220 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. If this product, you may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Connect the equipment into an outlet on ,...the equipment off and on a circuit different from that to which can be made. For customers in accordance with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Telephone No.: 201-930-6972 This device complies with the limits for ...
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For details, refer to the Network Function Operating Instructions supplied with your camcorder. (DCR-IP220 only) (p. 175) Main Features Other uses Functions to adjust exposure in the recording mode •BACK LIGHT (p. 37) •NightShot/Super NightShot/Color Slow Shutter...Meter (p. 66) •HOLOGRAM AF (p. 117) •NightFraming (p. 119) Functions to give images more impact •Digital zoom (p. 33) The default setting is set to OFF. (To zoom greater than 10×, select the digital zoom power in D ZOOM in the menu settings.) •Fader (p. 56) •Picture effect (p. 58) ...
For details, refer to the Network Function Operating Instructions supplied with your camcorder. (DCR-IP220 only) (p. 175) Main Features Other uses Functions to adjust exposure in the recording mode •BACK LIGHT (p. 37) •NightShot/Super NightShot/Color Slow Shutter...Meter (p. 66) •HOLOGRAM AF (p. 117) •NightFraming (p. 119) Functions to give images more impact •Digital zoom (p. 33) The default setting is set to OFF. (To zoom greater than 10×, select the digital zoom power in D ZOOM in the menu settings.) •Fader (p. 56) •Picture effect (p. 58) ...
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... pack 196 About i.LINK 198 Using your camcorder abroad .......... 200 Maintenance information and precautions 201 Specifications 208 Quick Reference Identifying the parts and controls .... 210 Index 219 Using the Network function (DCR-IP220 only) Accessing the network 175 For the details..., refer to the Network Function Operating Instructions supplied with your computer - Image protection 146 Deleting images - Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 177 Troubleshooting...
... pack 196 About i.LINK 198 Using your camcorder abroad .......... 200 Maintenance information and precautions 201 Specifications 208 Quick Reference Identifying the parts and controls .... 210 Index 219 Using the Network function (DCR-IP220 only) Accessing the network 175 For the details..., refer to the Network Function Operating Instructions supplied with your computer - Image protection 146 Deleting images - Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 177 Troubleshooting...
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...in the direction of the arrow while pressing the small green button, then release your camcorder. NETWORK (DCR-IP220 only): Use this mode when you record on a tape. Your camcorder is turned on, and then your camcorder, see "Step 1 Preparing the power supply" on a tape or "Memory Stick...POWER CAMERA (CHG)OFF ON MODE VCR MEMORY/NETWORK (1) Slide the POWER switch in a "Memory Stick." Introduction - MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-IP220) or MEMORY (DCR-IP210) MEMORY: Use this mode when you use the network function. CAMERA Use this mode when you play back or edit an image...
...in the direction of the arrow while pressing the small green button, then release your camcorder. NETWORK (DCR-IP220 only): Use this mode when you record on a tape. Your camcorder is turned on, and then your camcorder, see "Step 1 Preparing the power supply" on a tape or "Memory Stick...POWER CAMERA (CHG)OFF ON MODE VCR MEMORY/NETWORK (1) Slide the POWER switch in a "Memory Stick." Introduction - MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-IP220) or MEMORY (DCR-IP210) MEMORY: Use this mode when you use the network function. CAMERA Use this mode when you play back or edit an image...
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...your eyesight (p. 32). 4 Press START/STOP. Adjust the viewfinder lens to VCR. When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is closed with sharp objects other than the stylus supplied (DCR-IP220 only). The VCR lamp lights up . 1 Remove the lens cap. The picture appears on the LCD ...screen (p. 42) VCR MEMORY/NETWORK 1 Set the POWER switch POWER to your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-IP220 only). CAMERA (CHG)OFF ON MODE 2 Press of the touch panel to rewind the tape. 3 Press of the touch panel to CAMERA. Recording...
...your eyesight (p. 32). 4 Press START/STOP. Adjust the viewfinder lens to VCR. When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is closed with sharp objects other than the stylus supplied (DCR-IP220 only). The VCR lamp lights up . 1 Remove the lens cap. The picture appears on the LCD ...screen (p. 42) VCR MEMORY/NETWORK 1 Set the POWER switch POWER to your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-IP220 only). CAMERA (CHG)OFF ON MODE 2 Press of the touch panel to rewind the tape. 3 Press of the touch panel to CAMERA. Recording...
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...DCR-IP220 is the model used for DVD (digital versatile disc). Set the POWER switch to DV (digital video). •The micro Cassette Memory feature is the same as a data compression method. IP220 MEMORY/NETWORK z z Provided - You can only use MICROMV cassettes with your camcorder. •Records and plays back for about 60 minutes with all MICROMV...are for example, "DCR-IP220 only." e.g. Record in the text, for the two models listed in the illustrations. Note on TV color systems TV color systems differ depending on the POWER switch Network function IP210 MEMORY - Types of...
...DCR-IP220 is the model used for DVD (digital versatile disc). Set the POWER switch to DV (digital video). •The micro Cassette Memory feature is the same as a data compression method. IP220 MEMORY/NETWORK z z Provided - You can only use MICROMV cassettes with your camcorder. •Records and plays back for about 60 minutes with all MICROMV...are for example, "DCR-IP220 only." e.g. Record in the text, for the two models listed in the illustrations. Note on TV color systems TV color systems differ depending on the POWER switch Network function IP210 MEMORY - Types of...
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... the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 qa qs qd 1 AC-L20A AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 18) 2 NP-FF70 battery pack (1) (p. 17, 18) 3 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 46) 4 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 216) 5 Size AA (R6) batteries for MICROMV) (1) (p. 153) qs Cleaning cloth (1) (p. 202) qd Stylus (1) (DCR-IP220 only) (p. 176) Contents of the recording cannot...
... the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 qa qs qd 1 AC-L20A AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 18) 2 NP-FF70 battery pack (1) (p. 17, 18) 3 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 46) 4 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 216) 5 Size AA (R6) batteries for MICROMV) (1) (p. 153) qs Cleaning cloth (1) (p. 202) qd Stylus (1) (DCR-IP220 only) (p. 176) Contents of the recording cannot...
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... to FN Press EXIT. See relevant pages of PAGE2 appear on the LCD screen. Press the LCD screen with your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-IP220 only) to display PAGE1. The display returns to PAGE1, 2 or 3. The operation buttons of this manual for each function. The display returns to PAGE1, 2 or...
... to FN Press EXIT. See relevant pages of PAGE2 appear on the LCD screen. Press the LCD screen with your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-IP220 only) to display PAGE1. The display returns to PAGE1, 2 or 3. The operation buttons of this manual for each function. The display returns to PAGE1, 2 or...
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IP220 only). •Do not press the LCD screen too hard. •Do not touch the LCD screen with wet hands. •If FN is not ... screen lightly to make the display appear or disappear with DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL on your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-IP220 only). •Do not press the LCD screen with your camcorder. •When the operation buttons do not work even if you set the POWER switch to gray. When executing each.... Step 4 Using the touch panel Notes •When using the touch panel, press the LCD screen lightly with sharp objects other than the supplied stylus (DCR-
IP220 only). •Do not press the LCD screen too hard. •Do not touch the LCD screen with wet hands. •If FN is not ... screen lightly to make the display appear or disappear with DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL on your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-IP220 only). •Do not press the LCD screen with your camcorder. •When the operation buttons do not work even if you set the POWER switch to gray. When executing each.... Step 4 Using the touch panel Notes •When using the touch panel, press the LCD screen lightly with sharp objects other than the supplied stylus (DCR-
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... the LCD screen. (4) Press PAGE2 to go to display PAGE1. Using a "Memory Stick" - Press the LCD panel directly with your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-IP220 only) to operate each function. 3-5 FN 1 CAMERA POWER VCR "Memory Stick" Operations (CHG)OFF ON MODE MEMORY/NETWORK In the memory camera mode PAGE1 PAGE2...
... the LCD screen. (4) Press PAGE2 to go to display PAGE1. Using a "Memory Stick" - Press the LCD panel directly with your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-IP220 only) to operate each function. 3-5 FN 1 CAMERA POWER VCR "Memory Stick" Operations (CHG)OFF ON MODE MEMORY/NETWORK In the memory camera mode PAGE1 PAGE2...
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...touch panel, press the LCD screen lightly with your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-IP220 only). •Do not press the LCD screen with DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL on your camcorder. •When operation buttons do not work even if you press them, an... adjustment is not on the LCD screen, touch the LCD screen lightly to make it appear. Introduction To return to gray. IP220 only). •... above the item. You can control the display with sharp objects other than the stylus supplied (DCR-
...touch panel, press the LCD screen lightly with your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-IP220 only). •Do not press the LCD screen with DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL on your camcorder. •When operation buttons do not work even if you press them, an... adjustment is not on the LCD screen, touch the LCD screen lightly to make it appear. Introduction To return to gray. IP220 only). •... above the item. You can control the display with sharp objects other than the stylus supplied (DCR-
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...to the Network Function Operating Instructions supplied with a device which has Bluetooth function. Using the Network function 175 DCR-IP220 only You can view a Web page, send/receive your camcorder is in this manual. Once the access is complied to MEMORY/NETWORK. •Do not remove the power... mode with the POWER switch set to your NETWORK mode settings may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their proprietor and used by Sony Corporation under license. •All other product names mentioned herein may be erased. Furthermore, "TM" and "®" are owned by ...
...to the Network Function Operating Instructions supplied with a device which has Bluetooth function. Using the Network function 175 DCR-IP220 only You can view a Web page, send/receive your camcorder is in this manual. Once the access is complied to MEMORY/NETWORK. •Do not remove the power... mode with the POWER switch set to your NETWORK mode settings may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their proprietor and used by Sony Corporation under license. •All other product names mentioned herein may be erased. Furthermore, "TM" and "®" are owned by ...
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... SET EXIT P EFFECT r R EXEC RET. First, select the icon, then the menu item and the mode. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-IP220 only), MEMORY (DCR-IP210 only) or VCR. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press MENU to display the menu. (4) Press r/R to select a desired icon, then press EXEC. (5) Press r/R ...R FLASH LVL WHT BAL SHARPNESS AUTO SHTR r R EXEC RET. - to return to select the menu items. The default settings can be partially changed. Customizing Your Camcorder * Only the DCR-IP220 has NETWORK mode. 177 r R EXEC RET. Customizing Your...
... SET EXIT P EFFECT r R EXEC RET. First, select the icon, then the menu item and the mode. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-IP220 only), MEMORY (DCR-IP210 only) or VCR. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press MENU to display the menu. (4) Press r/R to select a desired icon, then press EXEC. (5) Press r/R ...R FLASH LVL WHT BAL SHARPNESS AUTO SHTR r R EXEC RET. - to return to select the menu items. The default settings can be partially changed. Customizing Your Camcorder * Only the DCR-IP220 has NETWORK mode. 177 r R EXEC RET. Customizing Your...
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...set to OFF in the menu settings. Dubbing cannot be made when using a sharp-pointed object. (If you press RESET, all the settings (DCR-IP220: except the NETWORK mode settings) including the date and time return to the default) (p. 211). 190 The melody or beep sounds for at ... so that red portion is not visible (p. 25). c Superimpose the title to the recorded position (p. 91). c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for five seconds. • Moisture condensation has occurred. the A/V connecting cable. Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Others Symptom Cause and/or...
...set to OFF in the menu settings. Dubbing cannot be made when using a sharp-pointed object. (If you press RESET, all the settings (DCR-IP220: except the NETWORK mode settings) including the date and time return to the default) (p. 211). 190 The melody or beep sounds for at ... so that red portion is not visible (p. 25). c Superimpose the title to the recorded position (p. 91). c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for five seconds. • Moisture condensation has occurred. the A/V connecting cable. Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Others Symptom Cause and/or...
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..."* Slow flashing: •An incompatible "Memory Stick" is not formatted correctly (p. 182). Warning indicator as to recording of your camcorder, and leave it again. Fast flashing: •Moisture condensation has occurred (p. 201). •The tape has run out.* Troubleshooting... q Z Warning indicator as to a cleaning cassette (DCR-IP220 only) Slow flashing: •A cleaning cassette is inserted. Warning indicators and messages If indicators and messages appear on the LCD ...
..."* Slow flashing: •An incompatible "Memory Stick" is not formatted correctly (p. 182). Warning indicator as to recording of your camcorder, and leave it again. Fast flashing: •Moisture condensation has occurred (p. 201). •The tape has run out.* Troubleshooting... q Z Warning indicator as to a cleaning cassette (DCR-IP220 only) Slow flashing: •A cleaning cassette is inserted. Warning indicators and messages If indicators and messages appear on the LCD ...
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... Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, United Kingdom, etc. Using your camcorder abroad Using your camcorder within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. For details, refer to view the playback picture on the design of the ... if necessary, depending on a TV, it must be an NTSC system based TV with your camcorder abroad Countries and areas where you want to the separate Network Function Operating Instructions (DCR-IP220 only). NTSC system Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, ...
... Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, United Kingdom, etc. Using your camcorder abroad Using your camcorder within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. For details, refer to view the playback picture on the design of the ... if necessary, depending on a TV, it must be an NTSC system based TV with your camcorder abroad Countries and areas where you want to the separate Network Function Operating Instructions (DCR-IP220 only). NTSC system Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, ...
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... and periodically turn on the power, operate the CAMERA and VCR sections and play back a tape for about three minutes when your camcorder is used in an aircraft (DCR-IP220 only). If there are used to be repaired. 205 Additional Information Do not use any further. •Avoid rough handling or mechanical... from the sand or dust. Be particularly careful of the LCD screen may heat up inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any type of solvent which may appear on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction. •Do not use...
... and periodically turn on the power, operate the CAMERA and VCR sections and play back a tape for about three minutes when your camcorder is used in an aircraft (DCR-IP220 only). If there are used to be repaired. 205 Additional Information Do not use any further. •Avoid rough handling or mechanical... from the sand or dust. Be particularly careful of the LCD screen may heat up inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any type of solvent which may appear on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction. •Do not use...
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... diameter 37 mm (1 1/2 in.) 10× (Optical), 120× (Digital) Focal length 4.5 - 45 mm (3/16 - 1 13/16 in.) When...(2.5 type) Total dot number 211 200 (960 × 220) Wireless communication (DCR-IP220 only) Communication system Bluetooth specification Ver.1.1 Maximum communication speed1) 2) Approx. 723 kbps ... 10 m (33 feet) (Open space, when using a Sony BTANW1/NW1A Modem Adaptor with infrared lighting. Specifications Video camera recorder... 48 kHz, stereo) Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette MICROMV cassette with the mark printed Tape speed Approx. 5.66 mm/s Recording/...
... diameter 37 mm (1 1/2 in.) 10× (Optical), 120× (Digital) Focal length 4.5 - 45 mm (3/16 - 1 13/16 in.) When...(2.5 type) Total dot number 211 200 (960 × 220) Wireless communication (DCR-IP220 only) Communication system Bluetooth specification Ver.1.1 Maximum communication speed1) 2) Approx. 723 kbps ... 10 m (33 feet) (Open space, when using a Sony BTANW1/NW1A Modem Adaptor with infrared lighting. Specifications Video camera recorder... 48 kHz, stereo) Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette MICROMV cassette with the mark printed Tape speed Approx. 5.66 mm/s Recording/...