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AC- DCR-IP Model No. Model No. Serial No. Serial No. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. DCR-IP220 DCR-IP210/IP220 ©2002 Sony Corporation Record the serial number in the space provided below. 3-076-897-11 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product.
AC- DCR-IP Model No. Model No. Serial No. Serial No. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. DCR-IP220 DCR-IP210/IP220 ©2002 Sony Corporation Record the serial number in the space provided below. 3-076-897-11 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product.
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...in accordance with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-IP220 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is connected. - Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the following two conditions: (1) This...expressly approved in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to which can be determined by the manufacturer and no guarantee that may cause harmful interference to operate this manual could void your authority to radio communications. These limits are ...
...in accordance with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-IP220 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is connected. - Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the following two conditions: (1) This...expressly approved in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to which can be determined by the manufacturer and no guarantee that may cause harmful interference to operate this manual could void your authority to radio communications. These limits are ...
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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/...(p. 49, 116) •White balance (p. 52) •PROGRAM AE (p. 62) •Adjusting the exposure manually (p. 65) •Flexible Spot 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×...
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/...(p. 49, 116) •White balance (p. 52) •PROGRAM AE (p. 62) •Adjusting the exposure manually (p. 65) •Flexible Spot 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×...
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... - MPEG MOVIE recording ......... 130 Adjusting the white balance manually 52 Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture - Digital effect ... 59 Copying still images recorded on a "Memory Stick" ...... 12 Adjusting the exposure manually ...... 65 Using the spot light-metering mode - Recording ... playback .......... 139 Using special effects - Basics Playing back a tape with picture effects 70 Playing back a tape with digital effects 71 Enlarging images recorded on a tape 10 - Memory photo playback .......... 136 Using special effects Viewing a moving ...
... - MPEG MOVIE recording ......... 130 Adjusting the white balance manually 52 Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture - Digital effect ... 59 Copying still images recorded on a "Memory Stick" ...... 12 Adjusting the exposure manually ...... 65 Using the spot light-metering mode - Recording ... playback .......... 139 Using special effects - Basics Playing back a tape with picture effects 70 Playing back a tape with digital effects 71 Enlarging images recorded on a tape 10 - Memory photo playback .......... 136 Using special effects Viewing a moving ...
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...manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder are for example, "DCR-IP220 only." IP220 MEMORY/NETWORK z z Provided - Note on TV color systems TV color systems differ depending on the POWER switch Network function IP210 MEMORY - The DCR... this manual, buttons and settings on the MICROMV cassette. - This format is provided with your recordings on the MICROMV format. To view your camcorder. •Records and plays back for DVD (digital versatile disc). You can only use MICROMV cassettes with all MICROMV cassettes....
...manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder are for example, "DCR-IP220 only." IP220 MEMORY/NETWORK z z Provided - Note on TV color systems TV color systems differ depending on the POWER switch Network function IP210 MEMORY - The DCR... this manual, buttons and settings on the MICROMV cassette. - This format is provided with your recordings on the MICROMV format. To view your camcorder. •Records and plays back for DVD (digital versatile disc). You can only use MICROMV cassettes with all MICROMV cassettes....
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...operational for long periods may cause your camcorder exposed to malfunction. Exposing the LCD screen, the finder or the lens to direct sunlight for effective use. Sometimes this manual Precautions on the LCD screen and the finder. Letting your camcorder get wet may cause malfunctions [c]. ...8226; Do not directly shoot the sun. Doing so might cause your camcorder away from rain and sea water.
...operational for long periods may cause your camcorder exposed to malfunction. Exposing the LCD screen, the finder or the lens to direct sunlight for effective use. Sometimes this manual Precautions on the LCD screen and the finder. Letting your camcorder get wet may cause malfunctions [c]. ...8226; Do not directly shoot the sun. Doing so might cause your camcorder away from rain and sea water.
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The operation buttons of this manual for each function. See relevant pages of PAGE2 appear on a tape. (1) Prepare the power...the LCD screen. (5) Press PAGE2 to go to display PAGE1. Getting Started Step 4 Using the touch panel Your camcorder has operation buttons on the LCD screen. (7) Press a desired operation item. To cancel settings Press OFF. To execute.... The display returns to PAGE1, 2 or 3. Press the LCD screen with your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-IP220 only) to operate each function. 3 POWER CAMERA (CHG)OFF ON MODE VCR MEMORY/NETWORK 4-6 FN PAGE1 PAGE2...
The operation buttons of this manual for each function. See relevant pages of PAGE2 appear on a tape. (1) Prepare the power...the LCD screen. (5) Press PAGE2 to go to display PAGE1. Getting Started Step 4 Using the touch panel Your camcorder has operation buttons on the LCD screen. (7) Press a desired operation item. To cancel settings Press OFF. To execute.... The display returns to PAGE1, 2 or 3. Press the LCD screen with your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-IP220 only) to operate each function. 3 POWER CAMERA (CHG)OFF ON MODE VCR MEMORY/NETWORK 4-6 FN PAGE1 PAGE2...
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You can use it too quickly will prevent correct focusing. •Your camcorder changes to the autofocus mode when FOCUS is set to ZOOM. The indicator appears on the LCD screen. Turn the zoom ring at the desired speed. Set FOCUS to ZOOM. 34 Zoom ring Wide FOCUS AUTO MANUAL ZOOM Telephoto Notes •Do not rotate the zoom ring too quickly. Rotating it to zoom in and out at the desired speed to fine adjust. Zoom ring You can also use the zoom ring to zoom in or out. Recording a picture Using the zoom feature -
You can use it too quickly will prevent correct focusing. •Your camcorder changes to the autofocus mode when FOCUS is set to ZOOM. The indicator appears on the LCD screen. Turn the zoom ring at the desired speed. Set FOCUS to ZOOM. 34 Zoom ring Wide FOCUS AUTO MANUAL ZOOM Telephoto Notes •Do not rotate the zoom ring too quickly. Rotating it to zoom in and out at the desired speed to fine adjust. Zoom ring You can also use the zoom ring to zoom in or out. Recording a picture Using the zoom feature -
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... on the LCD screen. The and "NIGHTSHOT" indicators flash on the LCD screen. NightShot/Super NightShot/Color Slow Shutter Using NightShot NightShot enables you press MANUAL in the dark - Recording - Basics Recording a picture Shooting a backlit subject -
... on the LCD screen. The and "NIGHTSHOT" indicators flash on the LCD screen. NightShot/Super NightShot/Color Slow Shutter Using NightShot NightShot enables you press MANUAL in the dark - Recording - Basics Recording a picture Shooting a backlit subject -
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...Shutter enables you shoot with the NightShot Light since the lens hood may be clearer with the autofocus mode when using the NightShot, focus manually. •Do not cover the NightShot Light emitter when using the NightShot. •Detach the lens hood when you to the center ...green z position). (3) Press COLOR SLOW S. The and COLOR SLOW SHUTTER indicators flash on the LCD screen. (3) Press SUPER NS. This may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •While using the NightShot in a dark place. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Set NIGHTSHOT/NIGHTFRAMING to record color images...
...Shutter enables you shoot with the NightShot Light since the lens hood may be clearer with the autofocus mode when using the NightShot, focus manually. •Do not cover the NightShot Light emitter when using the NightShot. •Detach the lens hood when you to the center ...green z position). (3) Press COLOR SLOW S. The and COLOR SLOW SHUTTER indicators flash on the LCD screen. (3) Press SUPER NS. This may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •While using the NightShot in a dark place. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Set NIGHTSHOT/NIGHTFRAMING to record color images...
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...mode Recording images with the flash, it is not easy to the desired brightness in flash is auto (no indicator). This is because your camcorder starts to charge power for firing after the flash pops up. • The flash charge lamp flashes while the power for firing is ...screen. (flash) Advanced Recording Operations Each press of the surrounding brightness. Auto red-eye reduction: The flash fires before recording to prepare for focusing manually. 49 No flash: The flash does not fire. You can also change the flash mode, press (flash) repeatedly until the flash mode indicator...
...mode Recording images with the flash, it is not easy to the desired brightness in flash is auto (no indicator). This is because your camcorder starts to charge power for firing after the flash pops up. • The flash charge lamp flashes while the power for firing is ...screen. (flash) Advanced Recording Operations Each press of the surrounding brightness. Auto red-eye reduction: The flash fires before recording to prepare for focusing manually. 49 No flash: The flash does not fire. You can also change the flash mode, press (flash) repeatedly until the flash mode indicator...
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To return to display PAGE1. (3) Press MENU, then select WHT BAL in in the menu settings. 52 Adjusting the white balance manually You can manually adjust and set the white balance. HOLD : Recording a single-colored subject or background OUTDOOR ( ) : •Recording a sunset/sunrise, just after ...;When lighting conditions change quickly •In too bright places such as photography studios •Under sodium lamps or mercury lamps 2 FN 3 MENU MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT RED EYE R FLASH LVL WHT BAL SHARPNESS AUTO SHTR EXIT AUTO HOLD OUTDOOR INDOOR EXEC RET. To return to the...
To return to display PAGE1. (3) Press MENU, then select WHT BAL in in the menu settings. 52 Adjusting the white balance manually You can manually adjust and set the white balance. HOLD : Recording a single-colored subject or background OUTDOOR ( ) : •Recording a sunset/sunrise, just after ...;When lighting conditions change quickly •In too bright places such as photography studios •Under sodium lamps or mercury lamps 2 FN 3 MENU MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT RED EYE R FLASH LVL WHT BAL SHARPNESS AUTO SHTR EXIT AUTO HOLD OUTDOOR INDOOR EXEC RET. To return to the...
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...vice versa. You bring your camcorder from indoors to outdoors, or vice versa. 53 You take out the battery for about 10 seconds after setting the POWER switch to CAMERA to HOLD after a few seconds when: - Advanced Recording Operations Adjusting the white balance manually If the picture is being ...taken in a studio lit by TV lighting We recommend that you record under fluorescent lighting Select AUTO or HOLD. You change the PROGRAM AE mode. - When you record in the INDOOR mode. Your camcorder may not adjust the ...
...vice versa. You bring your camcorder from indoors to outdoors, or vice versa. 53 You take out the battery for about 10 seconds after setting the POWER switch to CAMERA to HOLD after a few seconds when: - Advanced Recording Operations Adjusting the white balance manually If the picture is being ...taken in a studio lit by TV lighting We recommend that you record under fluorescent lighting Select AUTO or HOLD. You change the PROGRAM AE mode. - When you record in the INDOOR mode. Your camcorder may not adjust the ...
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... appears in monochrome (black-and-white). PASTEL [c] : The picture looks like an illustration with a strong contrast. To return to select a 2 FN 3 MENU MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT RED EYE R FLASH LVL WHT BAL SHARPNESS AUTO SHTR EXIT OFF NEG. BOUNCE - ART [a] : The color and brightness of the ... turn the POWER switch to the other position The picture effect is automatically canceled. 58 Using special effects - Picture effect You can digitally process images to display PAGE1. (3) Press MENU, then select P EFFECT in films or on the TV. B&W : The picture appears in sepia.
... appears in monochrome (black-and-white). PASTEL [c] : The picture looks like an illustration with a strong contrast. To return to select a 2 FN 3 MENU MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT RED EYE R FLASH LVL WHT BAL SHARPNESS AUTO SHTR EXIT OFF NEG. BOUNCE - ART [a] : The color and brightness of the ... turn the POWER switch to the other position The picture effect is automatically canceled. 58 Using special effects - Picture effect You can digitally process images to display PAGE1. (3) Press MENU, then select P EFFECT in films or on the TV. B&W : The picture appears in sepia.
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... focus may not be automatically canceled. Recording still images - PROGRAM AE When you turn the POWER switch to the other position The digital effect will be effective. Color Slow Shutter - Fader •The PROGRAM AE function does not work in the slow shutter mode. ...•The following functions do not work during digital effect: - When recording in the OLD MOVIE mode: - Picture effect - Focus manually using a tripod. Super NightShot - Advanced Recording Operations Using special effects - Wide mode - Shutter speed Shutter...
... focus may not be automatically canceled. Recording still images - PROGRAM AE When you turn the POWER switch to the other position The digital effect will be effective. Color Slow Shutter - Fader •The PROGRAM AE function does not work in the slow shutter mode. ...•The following functions do not work during digital effect: - When recording in the OLD MOVIE mode: - Picture effect - Focus manually using a tripod. Super NightShot - Advanced Recording Operations Using special effects - Wide mode - Shutter speed Shutter...
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..., sports lesson does not work in the following cases (The indicator flashes): - To return to select a desired mode (p. 178). 2 FN 3 MENU MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT RED EYE R FLASH LVL WHT BAL SHARPNESS AUTO SHTR EXIT AUTO SPOTLIGHT PORTRAIT SPORTS BEACH&SKI SUNSETMOON LANDSCAPE EXEC RET. Notes... •Because your camcorder is set the POWER switch to focus only on a "Memory Stick" using the MEMORY MIX. •When you cannot take close-ups in...
..., sports lesson does not work in the following cases (The indicator flashes): - To return to select a desired mode (p. 178). 2 FN 3 MENU MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT RED EYE R FLASH LVL WHT BAL SHARPNESS AUTO SHTR EXIT AUTO SPOTLIGHT PORTRAIT SPORTS BEACH&SKI SUNSETMOON LANDSCAPE EXEC RET. Notes... •Because your camcorder is set the POWER switch to focus only on a "Memory Stick" using the MEMORY MIX. •When you cannot take close-ups in...
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... -/+. - : To dim + : To brighten (6) Press OK. NightShot - If you adjust the exposure manually, the following cases: - SURE 4 MANU- To return to PAGE1. Adjust the exposure manually in step 5. Note When you change the PROGRAM AE mode - Color Slow Shutter Your camcorder automatically returns to display PAGE1. (3) Press EXPOSURE. night scenes) faithfully (1) Set the...
... -/+. - : To dim + : To brighten (6) Press OK. NightShot - If you adjust the exposure manually, the following cases: - SURE 4 MANU- To return to PAGE1. Adjust the exposure manually in step 5. Note When you change the PROGRAM AE mode - Color Slow Shutter Your camcorder automatically returns to display PAGE1. (3) Press EXPOSURE. night scenes) faithfully (1) Set the...
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...water droplets - Horizontal stripes - Subjects with little contrast with backgrounds such as walls or the sky •When you can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases. About expanded focus If you set EXPANDED F in to ON in the menu settings (p. 179) in ...the background • Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY. (2) Set FOCUS to MANUAL. In MEMORY mode you want to change the focus from a subject in the foreground to a subject in MEMORY mode, the indicator appears and the image...
...water droplets - Horizontal stripes - Subjects with little contrast with backgrounds such as walls or the sky •When you can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases. About expanded focus If you set EXPANDED F in to ON in the menu settings (p. 179) in ...the background • Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY. (2) Set FOCUS to MANUAL. In MEMORY mode you want to change the focus from a subject in the foreground to a subject in MEMORY mode, the indicator appears and the image...
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... a sharp focus. - When you have attached a conversion lens (optional) to your camcorder. 68 This information aids focusing if it is not easy to focus on the subject, for about three seconds on the LCD screen in the dark. Focusing manually To focus precisely It is easier to focus on the subject if...
... a sharp focus. - When you have attached a conversion lens (optional) to your camcorder. 68 This information aids focusing if it is not easy to focus on the subject, for about three seconds on the LCD screen in the dark. Focusing manually To focus precisely It is easier to focus on the subject if...
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Spot Focus You can take a picture with its focus fixed. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY. (2) Set FOCUS to MANUAL. (3) Press FN to focus on the LCD screen. The SPOT FOCUS screen appears. (5) Press the desired area in the frame on and with the ... FOCUS. Fader Focal distance information It is correctly focused, the SPOT FOCUS indicator stops flashing. (6) Press OK to return to PAGE1. 3 FN 2 FOCUS AUTO MANUAL ZOOM 4 SPOT FOCUS SPOT FOCUS OK To return to AUTO. Note When adjusting Spot Focus, the following modes do not work: - Advanced Recording Operations Using...
Spot Focus You can take a picture with its focus fixed. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY. (2) Set FOCUS to MANUAL. (3) Press FN to focus on the LCD screen. The SPOT FOCUS screen appears. (5) Press the desired area in the frame on and with the ... FOCUS. Fader Focal distance information It is correctly focused, the SPOT FOCUS indicator stops flashing. (6) Press OK to return to PAGE1. 3 FN 2 FOCUS AUTO MANUAL ZOOM 4 SPOT FOCUS SPOT FOCUS OK To return to AUTO. Note When adjusting Spot Focus, the following modes do not work: - Advanced Recording Operations Using...