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Record the serial number in the space provided below. Model No. Serial No. Serial No. 3-087-414-11 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product. AC- DCR-VX2100 Model No. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. DCR-VX2100 ©2003 Sony Corporation 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. Model No. Serial No. Serial No. 3-087-414-11 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product. AC- DCR-VX2100 Model No. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. DCR-VX2100 ©2003 Sony Corporation Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
Operating Instructions
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... but at the same time it is loaded with Part 15 of FCC Rules. If this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Your Digital Handycam is very easy to use. instructions in the U.S.A. and CANADA Part 15 of this equipment ...with the limits for a digital device pursuant to constitute a risk of important operating and maintenance (servicing) Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-VX2100 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. This CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. Operation ...
... but at the same time it is loaded with Part 15 of FCC Rules. If this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Your Digital Handycam is very easy to use. instructions in the U.S.A. and CANADA Part 15 of this equipment ...with the limits for a digital device pursuant to constitute a risk of important operating and maintenance (servicing) Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-VX2100 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. This CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. Operation ...
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...EDITSEARCH / Rec Review 26 Dubbing a tape 74 Dubbing only desired scenes - Insert editing 93 Audio dubbing 95 Superimposing a title 99 Making your camcorder abroad 157 Searching the boundaries of contents Quick Start Guide 4 Playing back a tape with manual adjustment 44 - introduction ...... 116 Advanced Recording Operations...Index search 65 Using your own titles 103 Labeling a cassette 105 Erasing the cassette memory data 107 Customizing Your Camcorder Playback - Date search 68 Quick Reference Searching for a photo Identifying the parts and controls 164 -
...EDITSEARCH / Rec Review 26 Dubbing a tape 74 Dubbing only desired scenes - Insert editing 93 Audio dubbing 95 Superimposing a title 99 Making your camcorder abroad 157 Searching the boundaries of contents Quick Start Guide 4 Playing back a tape with manual adjustment 44 - introduction ...... 116 Advanced Recording Operations...Index search 65 Using your own titles 103 Labeling a cassette 105 Erasing the cassette memory data 107 Customizing Your Camcorder Playback - Date search 68 Quick Reference Searching for a photo Identifying the parts and controls 164 -
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... of the arrow. 2 Push the middle portion of the back of recording/ playback. Connecting the power cord (p. 13) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 9).
... of the arrow. 2 Push the middle portion of the back of recording/ playback. Connecting the power cord (p. 13) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 9).
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... holding the viewfinder, the LCD panel, the battery pack, or the microphone. MEMORY OFF CAMERA (CHG) VCR 4 Press START/ STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. OPEN MEMORY OFF CAMERA (CHG) VCR 1 Open the shutter of the hood with a lens cap, see page 47. For more information about attaching ...
... holding the viewfinder, the LCD panel, the battery pack, or the microphone. MEMORY OFF CAMERA (CHG) VCR 4 Press START/ STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. OPEN MEMORY OFF CAMERA (CHG) VCR 1 Open the shutter of the hood with a lens cap, see page 47. For more information about attaching ...
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.... date search (p. 68) •Searching for a photo - title search (p. 67) •Superimposing a title (p. 99) •Making your camcorder are shown in the introduction of the features that are : •Searching the boundaries of the recording - The functions which require different operations depending ... (p. 70). We recommend that the operation is based on cassette memory Your camcorder is being carried out. You see page 144. Using this manual As you can operate only with your camcorder. When you carry out an operation, you read through this mark in capital...
.... date search (p. 68) •Searching for a photo - title search (p. 67) •Superimposing a title (p. 99) •Making your camcorder are shown in the introduction of the features that are : •Searching the boundaries of the recording - The functions which require different operations depending ... (p. 70). We recommend that the operation is based on cassette memory Your camcorder is being carried out. You see page 144. Using this manual As you can operate only with your camcorder. When you carry out an operation, you read through this mark in capital...
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...finder. Take pictures of the sun in low light conditions such as in a car parked in color) that constantly appear on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder •The LCD screen and the finder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over ...on TV color systems TV color systems differ by country or region. However, there may be repaired [a]. •Never leave your camcorder to malfunction. Keep your camcorder get wet. These points are operational for long periods may cause malfunctions [c]. [a] [b] [c] Contents of the recording cannot be ...
...finder. Take pictures of the sun in low light conditions such as in a car parked in color) that constantly appear on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder •The LCD screen and the finder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over ...on TV color systems TV color systems differ by country or region. However, there may be repaired [a]. •Never leave your camcorder to malfunction. Keep your camcorder get wet. These points are operational for long periods may cause malfunctions [c]. [a] [b] [c] Contents of the recording cannot be ...
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Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 170) 2 AC-L15A/L15B AC Adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 10) 3 NP-F330 rechargeable battery pack (1) (p. 9, 10) 4 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 171) 5 "Memory Stick" (1) (p. 116) 6 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 31, 74) 7 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 168) 8 Hood with a lens cap (1) (p. 167) 8
Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 170) 2 AC-L15A/L15B AC Adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 10) 3 NP-F330 rechargeable battery pack (1) (p. 9, 10) 4 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 171) 5 "Memory Stick" (1) (p. 116) 6 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 31, 74) 7 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 168) 8 Hood with a lens cap (1) (p. 167) 8
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Slide the battery pack until it clicks. 1 2 To remove the battery pack Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Insert the battery pack in the direction of the V mark on the battery pack. Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing BATT RELEASE down. BATT RELEASE 9 Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Install the battery pack to use your camcorder outdoors. (1) Lift up the viewfinder.
Slide the battery pack until it clicks. 1 2 To remove the battery pack Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Insert the battery pack in the direction of the V mark on the battery pack. Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing BATT RELEASE down. BATT RELEASE 9 Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Install the battery pack to use your camcorder outdoors. (1) Lift up the viewfinder.
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... to be correct, depending on the conditions in minutes on the display window. Notes •Prevent metallic objects from the DC IN jack on your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the metal parts of the DC plug of the AC Adaptor. Keep the battery pack in the viewfinder indicates... the viewfinder. Note on the remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator on the LCD screen/display window or in a cool place. Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (L series). (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC Adaptor supplied with your...
... to be correct, depending on the conditions in minutes on the display window. Notes •Prevent metallic objects from the DC IN jack on your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the metal parts of the DC plug of the AC Adaptor. Keep the battery pack in the viewfinder indicates... the viewfinder. Note on the remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator on the LCD screen/display window or in a cool place. Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (L series). (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC Adaptor supplied with your...
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...) Approximate minutes of recording time when you repeat recording start/stop, zooming and turning the power on your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Until your camcorder. * Approximate minutes when recording while you use a fully charged battery Numbers in parentheses "( )" indicate the time using...
...) Approximate minutes of recording time when you repeat recording start/stop, zooming and turning the power on your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time "- - - - Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Until your camcorder. * Approximate minutes when recording while you use a fully charged battery Numbers in parentheses "( )" indicate the time using...
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... parentheses "( )" indicate the time using a normally charged battery. The battery life will be sold in your camcorder. Your camcorder operates only with compatible video equipment. If the camcorder is immediately turned off Even if the remaining battery time is "InfoLITHIUM?" What is enough to operate, charge the battery pack fully again. The "InfoLITHIUM...;The supplied battery pack is displayed. 12 "InfoLITHIUM" battery packs (L series) have the mark. The correct remaining time is charged a little. •Some types of Sony Corporation.
... parentheses "( )" indicate the time using a normally charged battery. The battery life will be sold in your camcorder. Your camcorder operates only with compatible video equipment. If the camcorder is immediately turned off Even if the remaining battery time is "InfoLITHIUM?" What is enough to operate, charge the battery pack fully again. The "InfoLITHIUM...;The supplied battery pack is displayed. 12 "InfoLITHIUM" battery packs (L series) have the mark. The correct remaining time is charged a little. •Some types of Sony Corporation.
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... outlet, even if the set itself has been turned off. Using a car battery Use the Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). 13 Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder. •The DC IN jack has source priority. This means that you power it from... cord to a wall outlet. 1 2 Precaution The set is not disconnected from the AC power source (house current) as long as it is connected to your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that the battery pack cannot supply any power if the power cord is connected to the DC IN jack, even...
... outlet, even if the set itself has been turned off. Using a car battery Use the Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). 13 Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder. •The DC IN jack has source priority. This means that you power it from... cord to a wall outlet. 1 2 Precaution The set is not disconnected from the AC power source (house current) as long as it is connected to your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that the battery pack cannot supply any power if the power cord is connected to the DC IN jack, even...
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... date and time time) and date) are recorded on the data code of your camcorder will have been discharged (p.160). Step 2 Setting the date and time Set the date and time when you ...use your camcorder for about four months, the date and time may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery installed...minute by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial and pressing the dial by the time signal. If you do not use your camcorder for noon. SCAN [MENU] : END 6 SETUP MENU CLOCK SET JAN 1 2003 LTR SIZE 12:00:00AM DEMO MODE ...
... date and time time) and date) are recorded on the data code of your camcorder will have been discharged (p.160). Step 2 Setting the date and time Set the date and time when you ...use your camcorder for about four months, the date and time may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery installed...minute by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial and pressing the dial by the time signal. If you do not use your camcorder for noon. SCAN [MENU] : END 6 SETUP MENU CLOCK SET JAN 1 2003 LTR SIZE 12:00:00AM DEMO MODE ...
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After the cassette lid is opened, the cassette compartment automatically opens. (3) Push the middle portion of the back of the lid other than the PUSH button. When you press any part of the cassette to use this function properly (p. 144). Insert the cassette in a straight line deeply into the cassette compartment with cassette memory Read the instruction about cassette memory to insert it. If the grip strap prevents the cassette lid from opening fully Adjust the length of the arrow. To prevent accidental erasure Slide the write-protect tab on the cassette to close the cover ...
After the cassette lid is opened, the cassette compartment automatically opens. (3) Push the middle portion of the back of the lid other than the PUSH button. When you press any part of the cassette to use this function properly (p. 144). Insert the cassette in a straight line deeply into the cassette compartment with cassette memory Read the instruction about cassette memory to insert it. If the grip strap prevents the cassette lid from opening fully Adjust the length of the arrow. To prevent accidental erasure Slide the write-protect tab on the cassette to close the cover ...
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Recording - See "Step 1" to "Step 3" (p. 9 to 15) for you. (1) Open the shutter of your camcorder light up. Your camcorder is set to open the LCD panel. Your camcorder starts recording. The "REC" indicator appears. See "Using the ND filter" on the LCD screen or in the direction ...of the ND FILTER selector before shooting. - Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for more information about attaching the hood with a lens cap. The camera recording lamps located on the LCD screen, and it disappears...
Recording - See "Step 1" to "Step 3" (p. 9 to 15) for you. (1) Open the shutter of your camcorder light up. Your camcorder is set to open the LCD panel. Your camcorder starts recording. The "REC" indicator appears. See "Using the ND filter" on the LCD screen or in the direction ...of the ND FILTER selector before shooting. - Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for more information about attaching the hood with a lens cap. The camera recording lamps located on the LCD screen, and it disappears...
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.... Note on the progressive recording mode If you intend to use the images on your camcorder in LP mode, we recommend that you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), and... a default setting. Select SP or LP in the menu settings before shooting (p. 34). Note on your camcorder in standby mode for five minutes while the cassette is set the POWER switch to ON in the menu settings.... Note on the recording mode Your camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play ) mode. If you turn off. 17 When you use the ...
.... Note on the progressive recording mode If you intend to use the images on your camcorder in LP mode, we recommend that you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), and... a default setting. Select SP or LP in the menu settings before shooting (p. 34). Note on your camcorder in standby mode for five minutes while the cassette is set the POWER switch to ON in the menu settings.... Note on the recording mode Your camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play ) mode. If you turn off. 17 When you use the ...
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... the LCD panel is opened up to the lens side. Note When you close the LCD panel, set it vertically and swing it into the camcorder body until it faces the other indicators appear mirror-reversed and others are not displayed. During recording in mirror mode ZERO SET MEMORY on the... screen is in the viewfinder (Mirror mode). 180° 90° OPEN To close the LCD panel with the LCD screen turned over or the camcorder is a mirror-image. Indicators in the mirror mode The picture on the Remote Commander does not work. When you turn the LCD panel over so...
... the LCD panel is opened up to the lens side. Note When you close the LCD panel, set it vertically and swing it into the camcorder body until it faces the other indicators appear mirror-reversed and others are not displayed. During recording in mirror mode ZERO SET MEMORY on the... screen is in the viewfinder (Mirror mode). 180° 90° OPEN To close the LCD panel with the LCD screen turned over or the camcorder is a mirror-image. Indicators in the mirror mode The picture on the Remote Commander does not work. When you turn the LCD panel over so...
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... the LCD screen, press LCD BRIGHT + or -. Basics LCD BRIGHT Recording a picture Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen To adjust the brightness of the camcorder. in the menu settings The recorded picture will not be affected. Lift up the viewfinder or rotate the LCD panel with the screen facing up...
... the LCD screen, press LCD BRIGHT + or -. Basics LCD BRIGHT Recording a picture Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen To adjust the brightness of the camcorder. in the menu settings The recorded picture will not be affected. Lift up the viewfinder or rotate the LCD panel with the screen facing up...
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item in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. Viewfinder adjustment lever To adjust the brightness of it located on both left and right. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the images in the menu settings (p. 109). Lift up the viewfinder and move the viewfinder adjustment lever. See page 167 for details. 20 Even if you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the large part of the viewfinder screen, use the VF B.L. The eyecup You can attach the eyecup with the viewfinder. Recording a picture Adjusting the viewfinder If you adjust the...
item in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. Viewfinder adjustment lever To adjust the brightness of it located on both left and right. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the images in the menu settings (p. 109). Lift up the viewfinder and move the viewfinder adjustment lever. See page 167 for details. 20 Even if you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the large part of the viewfinder screen, use the VF B.L. The eyecup You can attach the eyecup with the viewfinder. Recording a picture Adjusting the viewfinder If you adjust the...