Operating Guide
Page 6
...ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. Battery pack This device complies with the same or equivalent type recommended by returning your camcorder. This Class B digital apparatus complies with the specified type only. For the customers in the instructions. AC Adaptor Do ...first Before operating the unit, please read this device must accept any interference received, including interference that can help preserve our environment by Sony. Dispose of small children. Keep the battery pack dry. Replace only with Part 15 of rechargeable batteries...
...ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. Battery pack This device complies with the same or equivalent type recommended by returning your camcorder. This Class B digital apparatus complies with the specified type only. For the customers in the instructions. AC Adaptor Do ...first Before operating the unit, please read this device must accept any interference received, including interference that can help preserve our environment by Sony. Dispose of small children. Keep the battery pack dry. Replace only with Part 15 of rechargeable batteries...
Operating Guide
Page 7
...equipment. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in this manual could void your authority to operate this camcorder. The number below is for the "Memory Stick" media you can use with the instructions, may not cause harmful interference,... cable must accept any interference received, including interference that to Subpart B of Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-CX100 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with the limits for a digital device pursuant to which...
...equipment. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in this manual could void your authority to operate this camcorder. The number below is for the "Memory Stick" media you can use with the instructions, may not cause harmful interference,... cable must accept any interference received, including interference that to Subpart B of Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-CX100 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with the limits for a digital device pursuant to which...
Operating Guide
Page 8
... recording Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the image and sound are used with HD image quality (high definition) This camcorder captures high definition footage in the AVCHD format. About language setting The on-screen displays in each local language .../ recorder may fail to eject the media and may not be able to record or play back images recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the camcorder with the following when the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 15) or the access lamp (p. 44) are normal results of data occurs ...
... recording Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the image and sound are used with HD image quality (high definition) This camcorder captures high definition footage in the AVCHD format. About language setting The on-screen displays in each local language .../ recorder may fail to eject the media and may not be able to record or play back images recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the camcorder with the following when the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 15) or the access lamp (p. 44) are normal results of data occurs ...
Operating Guide
Page 9
... for illustration purposes are referred as "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. You will find the "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) on the operating system of the camcorder and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media are called "recording media." In this Operating Guide, both "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media and "Memory Stick PRO...
... for illustration purposes are referred as "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. You will find the "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) on the operating system of the camcorder and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media are called "recording media." In this Operating Guide, both "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media and "Memory Stick PRO...
Operating Guide
Page 10
...38) Deleting movies and photos (p. 42) You can create a disc with either high definition image quality (HD) or standard definition image quality (SD) from the your camcorder's media. Operation flow Recording movies and photos (p. 17) In the default settings, movies and photos are ...recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the characteristics of each type of movies (p. 43, 48). See ...
...38) Deleting movies and photos (p. 42) You can create a disc with either high definition image quality (HD) or standard definition image quality (SD) from the your camcorder's media. Operation flow Recording movies and photos (p. 17) In the default settings, movies and photos are ...recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the characteristics of each type of movies (p. 43, 48). See ...
Operating Guide
Page 11
...15 Changing the language setting 16 Recording Recording 17 Recording and playing movies and photos easily (Easy Handycam operation 20 Playback Playback on the camcorder 21 Playing images on a TV 24 Saving movies and photos with a computer Preparing a computer (Windows 26 When using a Macintosh 27... drive or folder for movies and photos 32 Starting PMB (Picture Motion Browser 33 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc 34 Playing a high definition image quality (HD) disc on a computer 34 Creating a Blu-ray disc 35 Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc that...
...15 Changing the language setting 16 Recording Recording 17 Recording and playing movies and photos easily (Easy Handycam operation 20 Playback Playback on the camcorder 21 Playing images on a TV 24 Saving movies and photos with a computer Preparing a computer (Windows 26 When using a Macintosh 27... drive or folder for movies and photos 32 Starting PMB (Picture Motion Browser 33 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc 34 Playing a high definition image quality (HD) disc on a computer 34 Creating a Blu-ray disc 35 Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc that...
Operating Guide
Page 12
... 38 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc. (USB cable connection 39 Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc with a recorder, etc. (A/V connecting cable connection 40 Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos 42 Changing the recording...43 Dubbing or copying movies and photos from the internal memory to "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media 44 Customizing your camcorder with menus 45 Using the HELP function 45 Getting detailed information from the "Handycam Handbook 51 Additional information Troubleshooting 52 Precautions...
... 38 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc. (USB cable connection 39 Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc with a recorder, etc. (A/V connecting cable connection 40 Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos 42 Changing the recording...43 Dubbing or copying movies and photos from the internal memory to "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media 44 Customizing your camcorder with menus 45 Using the HELP function 45 Getting detailed information from the "Handycam Handbook 51 Additional information Troubleshooting 52 Precautions...
Operating Guide
Page 13
...) You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series) after attaching it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder. 1 Turn off when the battery pack is fully charged. 4 When the battery is facing right. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off your... camcorder by closing the LCD screen. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). Be sure that the mark on the DC...
...) You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series) after attaching it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder. 1 Turn off when the battery pack is fully charged. 4 When the battery is facing right. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off your... camcorder by closing the LCD screen. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). Be sure that the mark on the DC...
Operating Guide
Page 14
... on, you can charge the battery pack in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder without any metallic objects. To use an electronic voltage transformer. US 14 Slide the BATT (battery) release lever () and remove the battery pack (). ... or battery terminal with the remaining battery indicator at the upper left on the battery pack and the AC Adaptor When you leave your camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. Do not use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source Make the same connections...
... on, you can charge the battery pack in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder without any metallic objects. To use an electronic voltage transformer. US 14 Slide the BATT (battery) release lever () and remove the battery pack (). ... or battery terminal with the remaining battery indicator at the upper left on the battery pack and the AC Adaptor When you leave your camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. Do not use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source Make the same connections...
Operating Guide
Page 15
..., touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [VIEW IMAGES SET] [DATA CODE] [DATE/TIME You can be displayed during playback. Your camcorder is turned on. To turn off the operation beeps by touching (HOME) (SETTINGS) [SOUND/DISP SET] [BEEP] [OFF... US 15 Getting started Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is not on the screen, touch / until the item appears. 3 Set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME], date and time, then ...
..., touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [VIEW IMAGES SET] [DATA CODE] [DATE/TIME You can be displayed during playback. Your camcorder is turned on. To turn off the operation beeps by touching (HOME) (SETTINGS) [SOUND/DISP SET] [BEEP] [OFF... US 15 Getting started Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is not on the screen, touch / until the item appears. 3 Set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME], date and time, then ...
Operating Guide
Page 16
The off. (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the power is turned POWER button You can change the on-screen displays to [OFF], turn off the power Close the LCD screen. To turn off your camcorder also by pressing POWER (p. 49). Touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [ LANGUAGE SET] a desired language US 16 Changing the language setting You can turn off your camcorder by pressing POWER. When [POWER ON BY LCD] is set to show messages in a specified language.
The off. (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the power is turned POWER button You can change the on-screen displays to [OFF], turn off the power Close the LCD screen. To turn off your camcorder also by pressing POWER (p. 49). Touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [ LANGUAGE SET] a desired language US 16 Changing the language setting You can turn off your camcorder by pressing POWER. When [POWER ON BY LCD] is set to show messages in a specified language.
Operating Guide
Page 17
Your camcorder is turned on. To turn on the internal memory (p. 43, 48). Fasten the grip belt. Open the lens cover. Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 15). Recording Recording Recording Recording movies In the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on your camcorder. POWER button US 17
Your camcorder is turned on. To turn on the internal memory (p. 43, 48). Fasten the grip belt. Open the lens cover. Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 15). Recording Recording Recording Recording movies In the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on your camcorder. POWER button US 17
Operating Guide
Page 18
... frame appears around a face targeted for a slower zoom. You can magnify images with the power zoom lever. US 18 Press START/STOP to the camcorder (), and then adjust the angle (). Move it further for a faster zoom. If you close the LCD screen, or adjust the angle, ... (p. 43, 48). You can record movies/photos in mirror mode. 90 degrees (max.) 180 degrees (max.) 90 degrees to the camcorder When you can change the recording mode of movies (p. 48). [ STEADYSHOT] is recorded automatically when the...
... frame appears around a face targeted for a slower zoom. You can magnify images with the power zoom lever. US 18 Press START/STOP to the camcorder (), and then adjust the angle (). Move it further for a faster zoom. If you close the LCD screen, or adjust the angle, ... (p. 43, 48). You can record movies/photos in mirror mode. 90 degrees (max.) 180 degrees (max.) 90 degrees to the camcorder When you can change the recording mode of movies (p. 48). [ STEADYSHOT] is recorded automatically when the...
Operating Guide
Page 19
..., press POWER (p. 15). Press MODE to turn on the internal memory (p. 43). Open the lens cover. Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Recording You can increase the zooming level by touching (HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [DIGITAL ZOOM] the desired setting ...
..., press POWER (p. 15). Press MODE to turn on the internal memory (p. 43). Open the lens cover. Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Recording You can increase the zooming level by touching (HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [DIGITAL ZOOM] the desired setting ...
Operating Guide
Page 21
...photos appears with , you touch the movie or photo with the movie or photo that was most recently played or recorded. Your camcorder is already open, press POWER (p. 15). Press (VIEW IMAGES). Playback The VISUAL INDEX screen appears after some seconds. You can ... face scenes (Face Index) To the list of recording dates Next To return to recording mode To the list of high definition (HD) movies To the list of your camcorder when the LCD screen is turned on. To turn on the LCD screen as well. Touch (or ) tab (...
...photos appears with , you touch the movie or photo with the movie or photo that was most recently played or recorded. Your camcorder is already open, press POWER (p. 15). Press (VIEW IMAGES). Playback The VISUAL INDEX screen appears after some seconds. You can ... face scenes (Face Index) To the list of recording dates Next To return to recording mode To the list of high definition (HD) movies To the list of your camcorder when the LCD screen is turned on. To turn on the LCD screen as well. Touch (or ) tab (...
Operating Guide
Page 22
Your camcorder starts playing the selected movie. This information is not displayed during recording, but you can adjust the sound volume from the selected movie reaches the ...
Your camcorder starts playing the selected movie. This information is not displayed during recording, but you can adjust the sound volume from the selected movie reaches the ...
Operating Guide
Page 23
Previous To the VISUAL INDEX screen To start/stop slide show Next OPTION MENU You can zoom in the frame. When viewing photos recorded on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, (playback folder) appears on the screen. If you touch a point in the PB ZOOM frame, the point comes to the center in the photo by moving the power zoom lever while viewing photos (PB ZOOM). Playback US 23 Your camcorder displays the selected photo.
Previous To the VISUAL INDEX screen To start/stop slide show Next OPTION MENU You can zoom in the frame. When viewing photos recorded on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, (playback folder) appears on the screen. If you touch a point in the PB ZOOM frame, the point comes to the center in the photo by moving the power zoom lever while viewing photos (PB ZOOM). Playback US 23 Your camcorder displays the selected photo.
Operating Guide
Page 24
... item appears. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source (p. 14). Connect your camcorder and TV referring to the instruction manuals of [TV CONNECT Guide]. You can connect your camcorder. To connect a high definition TV via component video jacks: (HOME) (SETTINGS) [OUTPUT...connected jack. Refer to [TV CONNECT Guide]. Playing images on a TV Connection methods and the image quality (high definition (HD) or standard definition (SD)) viewed on the TV screen differ depending on what type of TV is connected, and the connectors used...
... item appears. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source (p. 14). Connect your camcorder and TV referring to the instruction manuals of [TV CONNECT Guide]. You can connect your camcorder. To connect a high definition TV via component video jacks: (HOME) (SETTINGS) [OUTPUT...connected jack. Refer to [TV CONNECT Guide]. Playing images on a TV Connection methods and the image quality (high definition (HD) or standard definition (SD)) viewed on the TV screen differ depending on what type of TV is connected, and the connectors used...
Operating Guide
Page 25
... switch to the instruction manual of your Photo TV HD- By connecting Sony's Photo TV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable* or the component A/V cable**, a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking full HD quality. * The TV will be necessary. Playback ..."BRAVIA" Sync: (HOME) (SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [CTRL FOR HDMI] [ON] (the default setting On "Photo TV HD" This camcorder is compatible with the "Photo TV HD" standard. Please refer to the appropriate mode when displaying photos. **Setup of subtle textures and colors. US 25
... switch to the instruction manual of your Photo TV HD- By connecting Sony's Photo TV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable* or the component A/V cable**, a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking full HD quality. * The TV will be necessary. Playback ..."BRAVIA" Sync: (HOME) (SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [CTRL FOR HDMI] [ON] (the default setting On "Photo TV HD" This camcorder is compatible with the "Photo TV HD" standard. Please refer to the appropriate mode when displaying photos. **Setup of subtle textures and colors. US 25
Operating Guide
Page 26
...Operation with DVD based players or recorders, as the DVD player/recorder may fail to eject the media and may not operate correctly. This camcorder captures high definition footage in a multi-boot environment. *2 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. *3 Starter (Edition) is sufficient .../AVCHD format disc/DVD-video (Intel Pentium 4, 2.8 GHz or faster, is required when creating a DVD video by converting high definition image quality (HD) to have DirectX installed.) Memory For Windows XP: 512 MB or faster (1 GB or more is recommended.) However, 256 MB or more may ...
...Operation with DVD based players or recorders, as the DVD player/recorder may fail to eject the media and may not operate correctly. This camcorder captures high definition footage in a multi-boot environment. *2 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. *3 Starter (Edition) is sufficient .../AVCHD format disc/DVD-video (Intel Pentium 4, 2.8 GHz or faster, is required when creating a DVD video by converting high definition image quality (HD) to have DirectX installed.) Memory For Windows XP: 512 MB or faster (1 GB or more is recommended.) However, 256 MB or more may ...