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... the instructions, may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800222-SONY (7669). If you have any questions about this camcorder. Note This equipment has been...and used with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-CX100 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. This equipment generates, uses, and can... USB cable (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH50 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 26) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Guide") "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) ...
... the instructions, may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800222-SONY (7669). If you have any questions about this camcorder. Note This equipment has been...and used with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-CX100 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. This equipment generates, uses, and can... USB cable (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH50 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 26) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Guide") "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) ...
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..., install "PMB" from the supplied CD-ROM beforehand. Do not format the internal memory of your camcorder from a computer. Using the enclosed PC software, high definition footage can perform following operations: Importing the movies and photos to the computer One Touch... DVD video by converting high definition image quality (HD) to standard definition image quality (SD).) Copying a disc Application DirectX 9.0c or later (This product is based on DirectX technology. Operation is not supported. Your camcorder may be necessary when creating Blu-ray discs.) ...
..., install "PMB" from the supplied CD-ROM beforehand. Do not format the internal memory of your camcorder from a computer. Using the enclosed PC software, high definition footage can perform following operations: Importing the movies and photos to the computer One Touch... DVD video by converting high definition image quality (HD) to standard definition image quality (SD).) Copying a disc Application DirectX 9.0c or later (This product is based on DirectX technology. Operation is not supported. Your camcorder may be necessary when creating Blu-ray discs.) ...
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... before connecting your camcorder, then connect the camcorder to your computer. US 27 Saving movies and photos with that the versions have been installed in the disc drive of the previously installed "PMB," check to the higher. http://guide.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/mac/ ms/us/ Step 2 Installing the supplied software "PMB" Install "PMB...
... before connecting your camcorder, then connect the camcorder to your computer. US 27 Saving movies and photos with that the versions have been installed in the disc drive of the previously installed "PMB," check to the higher. http://guide.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/mac/ ms/us/ Step 2 Installing the supplied software "PMB" Install "PMB...
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If the installation screen appears, follow the instructions to install the required software. Restart the computer if required to install third party software. Remove the CD-ROM from your camcorder from the computer Click the icon at the bottom right of the desktop of ...57732; [YES] on the installation procedure. The "Handycam Handbook" is completed, following icons will appear. If you may appear depending on the camcorder screen. Disconnect the USB cable. You can create a Blu-ray disc by using a computer with a Blu-ray disc burner. ...
If the installation screen appears, follow the instructions to install the required software. Restart the computer if required to install third party software. Remove the CD-ROM from your camcorder from the computer Click the icon at the bottom right of the desktop of ...57732; [YES] on the installation procedure. The "Handycam Handbook" is completed, following icons will appear. If you may appear depending on the camcorder screen. Disconnect the USB cable. You can create a Blu-ray disc by using a computer with a Blu-ray disc burner. ...
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...disc with one touch (One Touch HD Disc Burn) (p. 31) Ordinary DVD playback devices (a DVD player, a computer that suits your camcorder are described here. Player Blu-ray disc playback devices (a Blu-ray disc player, PLAYSTATION3, etc.) AVCHD format playback devices (a Sony Blu-ray disc player, PLAYSTATION...disc (p. 36) * To create a Blu-ray disc, the BD Add-on Software for creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc or a standard definition image quality (SD) disc from high definition image quality (HD) movie can be recorded on DVD media, such as DVD-R discs, and a...
...disc with one touch (One Touch HD Disc Burn) (p. 31) Ordinary DVD playback devices (a DVD player, a computer that suits your camcorder are described here. Player Blu-ray disc playback devices (a Blu-ray disc player, PLAYSTATION3, etc.) AVCHD format playback devices (a Sony Blu-ray disc player, PLAYSTATION...disc (p. 36) * To create a Blu-ray disc, the BD Add-on Software for creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc or a standard definition image quality (SD) disc from high definition image quality (HD) movie can be recorded on DVD media, such as DVD-R discs, and a...
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US 30 For Blu-ray disc, see page 35. Discs you can use with "PMB." Disc type DVD-R/DVD+R/DVD+R DL Features Unrewritable DVD-RW/DVD+RW Rewritable Always maintain your PLAYSTATION3 to use 12 cm discs of following type with "PMB" You can use the latest version of the PLAYSTATION3 system software. The PLAYSTATION3 may not be available in some countries/regions.
US 30 For Blu-ray disc, see page 35. Discs you can use with "PMB." Disc type DVD-R/DVD+R/DVD+R DL Features Unrewritable DVD-RW/DVD+RW Rewritable Always maintain your PLAYSTATION3 to use 12 cm discs of following type with "PMB" You can use the latest version of the PLAYSTATION3 system software. The PLAYSTATION3 may not be available in some countries/regions.
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...) disc from high definition image quality (HD) movies, import movies to a computer first (p. 32), and then create a standard definition image quality (SD) disc (p. 36). Install "PMB" beforehand (p. 27), however, do not start "PMB." Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using...Adaptor supplied for the type of discs you can use. If any other software than "PMB" starts automatically, shut it down. 2 Turn on your camcorder. You cannot play a high definition image quality (HD) disc on DVD players. Creating a Blu-ray disc is not available ...
...) disc from high definition image quality (HD) movies, import movies to a computer first (p. 32), and then create a standard definition image quality (SD) disc (p. 36). Install "PMB" beforehand (p. 27), however, do not start "PMB." Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using...Adaptor supplied for the type of discs you can use. If any other software than "PMB" starts automatically, shut it down. 2 Turn on your camcorder. You cannot play a high definition image quality (HD) disc on DVD players. Creating a Blu-ray disc is not available ...
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... You can use. If any other software than "PMB" starts automatically, shut it down and click thumbnails. You cannot play a high definition image quality (HD) disc on AVCHD format playback devices, such as a Sony Blu-ray disc player and a PLAYSTATION3. ...Click [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [Player for AVCHD]. Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc You can create a high definition image quality (HD) disc by clicking [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [PMB]. 3 Click [Folders]...
... You can use. If any other software than "PMB" starts automatically, shut it down and click thumbnails. You cannot play a high definition image quality (HD) disc on AVCHD format playback devices, such as a Sony Blu-ray disc player and a PLAYSTATION3. ...Click [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [Player for AVCHD]. Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc You can create a high definition image quality (HD) disc by clicking [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [PMB]. 3 Click [Folders]...
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To create a Blu-ray disc, the BD Add-on Software for creating Blu-ray discs. Place an empty Blu-ray disc in the disc drive, and click [Manipulate] [Bluray Disc (HD) Creation] in according to the on-screen instructions. Connect your computer to the internet ...and install this plug-in step 4 of "Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc" (p. 34). US 35 Click [BD Add-on Software] on Software]. Other procedures are the same as that for creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc. Your computer must support the creation of Blu-ray discs. ...
To create a Blu-ray disc, the BD Add-on Software for creating Blu-ray discs. Place an empty Blu-ray disc in the disc drive, and click [Manipulate] [Bluray Disc (HD) Creation] in according to the on-screen instructions. Connect your computer to the internet ...and install this plug-in step 4 of "Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc" (p. 34). US 35 Click [BD Add-on Software] on Software]. Other procedures are the same as that for creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc. Your computer must support the creation of Blu-ray discs. ...
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...You cannot copy to standard definition (SD). However, image quality is converted from high definition (HD) to a Blu-ray disc. The window used to select movies and photos appears. ...the "PMB" short-cut icon on the computer screen to start "PMB." You may start the software. It will take a longer time for converting the image quality of the window, click [Manipulate] ...; [DVD-Video (SD) Creation]. Click [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [Video Disc Copier] to start "PMB" also by selecting movies and photos previously...
...You cannot copy to standard definition (SD). However, image quality is converted from high definition (HD) to a Blu-ray disc. The window used to select movies and photos appears. ...the "PMB" short-cut icon on the computer screen to start "PMB." You may start the software. It will take a longer time for converting the image quality of the window, click [Manipulate] ...; [DVD-Video (SD) Creation]. Click [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [Video Disc Copier] to start "PMB" also by selecting movies and photos previously...
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...Sony Blu-ray disc player, PLAYSTATION3, etc.) Choosing a method and disc type Creating a high definition image quality HD (HD...) disc with a DVD writer, etc. (USB cable connection) (p. 39) Ordinary DVD playback devices (a DVD player, a computer that suits your disc player. Prepare a DVD disc such as a DVD-R, for creating a high definition image quality (HD...) disc or a standard definition image quality (SD) disc from high definition image quality (HD)...use the latest version of the PLAYSTATION3 system software. The PLAYSTATION3 may not be ...
...Sony Blu-ray disc player, PLAYSTATION3, etc.) Choosing a method and disc type Creating a high definition image quality HD (HD...) disc with a DVD writer, etc. (USB cable connection) (p. 39) Ordinary DVD playback devices (a DVD player, a computer that suits your disc player. Prepare a DVD disc such as a DVD-R, for creating a high definition image quality (HD...) disc or a standard definition image quality (SD) disc from high definition image quality (HD)...use the latest version of the PLAYSTATION3 system software. The PLAYSTATION3 may not be ...
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.... Making good use of your camcorder 3 Select the desired language and the model name of your camcorder, then click [Handycam Handbook (PDF)]. The model name of your camcorder is not installed on your computer, you want to know more about operating your camcorder. 1 To install the "Handycam...then remove the CD-ROM from the Adobe Systems web page: http://www.adobe.com/ Refer to "PMB Guide" for details on the supplied software "PMB" (p. 33). To view the "Handycam Handbook," double-click the short-cut icon on the computer screen. When using a Macintosh, ...
.... Making good use of your camcorder 3 Select the desired language and the model name of your camcorder, then click [Handycam Handbook (PDF)]. The model name of your camcorder is not installed on your computer, you want to know more about operating your camcorder. 1 To install the "Handycam...then remove the CD-ROM from the Adobe Systems web page: http://www.adobe.com/ Refer to "PMB Guide" for details on the supplied software "PMB" (p. 33). To view the "Handycam Handbook," double-click the short-cut icon on the computer screen. When using a Macintosh, ...
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...following instances: When there are not recording the date. US 55 Additional information Use your camcorder is recommended that you dispose of the camcorder. When you transfer the camcorder, it is recommended that you destroy the actual body of the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media... the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media completely. On charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery Your camcorder has a pre-installed rechargeable battery to a wall outlet (wall socket) using data deletion software on the lens surface In hot or humid locations When the lens is...
...following instances: When there are not recording the date. US 55 Additional information Use your camcorder is recommended that you dispose of the camcorder. When you transfer the camcorder, it is recommended that you destroy the actual body of the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media... the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media completely. On charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery Your camcorder has a pre-installed rechargeable battery to a wall outlet (wall socket) using data deletion software on the lens surface In hot or humid locations When the lens is...
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...battery pack..........13 Computer 26 Computer system 26 Copy 44 Copying a disc 36 Creating a disc 29, 38 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc 34, 39 Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc........36, 40 D DATE/TIME 15 DELETE 42 Destination drive or folder...17 Recording and playback time....57 Recording media 43 RESET 60 S Screen indicators 59 Self-diagnosis display 53 Setting the date and time...........15 Software 27 Specifications 56 Supplied items 7 T Troubleshooting 52 Turning the power on 15 TV 24 TV CONNECT Guide 24 U USB 26, 39 Using...
...battery pack..........13 Computer 26 Computer system 26 Copy 44 Copying a disc 36 Creating a disc 29, 38 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc 34, 39 Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc........36, 40 D DATE/TIME 15 DELETE 42 Destination drive or folder...17 Recording and playback time....57 Recording media 43 RESET 60 S Screen indicators 59 Self-diagnosis display 53 Setting the date and time...........15 Software 27 Specifications 56 Supplied items 7 T Troubleshooting 52 Turning the power on 15 TV 24 TV CONNECT Guide 24 U USB 26, 39 Using...
Handycam® Handbook
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..., and you will be found in the Operating Guide and the PMB Guide that is the Help of the supplied "PMB (Picture Motion Browser)" software. Refer to the Help of Adobe Reader for tips on how to use Adobe Reader. You can search for an item by keyword... using Adobe Reader. About this Handycam Handbook The example images used in this Handycam Handbook. Information on using your camcorder to its fullest in this Handycam Handbook for illustration purposes are subject to change without notice. Index Table of Contents Useful Recording Techniques Using ...
..., and you will be found in the Operating Guide and the PMB Guide that is the Help of the supplied "PMB (Picture Motion Browser)" software. Refer to the Help of Adobe Reader for tips on how to use Adobe Reader. You can search for an item by keyword... using Adobe Reader. About this Handycam Handbook The example images used in this Handycam Handbook. Information on using your camcorder to its fullest in this Handycam Handbook for illustration purposes are subject to change without notice. Index Table of Contents Useful Recording Techniques Using ...
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...; "PMB" (software, including "PMB Guide") "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) "Operating Guide" (1) See page 60 for the "Memory Stick" media you can use . Take images 14 Menu items, LCD panel, and lens A menu item that appear constantly on the LCD screen. Doing so might cause your camcorder to direct sunlight...
...; "PMB" (software, including "PMB Guide") "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) "Operating Guide" (1) See page 60 for the "Memory Stick" media you can use . Take images 14 Menu items, LCD panel, and lens A menu item that appear constantly on the LCD screen. Doing so might cause your camcorder to direct sunlight...
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... / to the Playlist. Creating the Playlist Notes High definition image quality (HD) movies and standard definition image quality (SD) movies are not changed even if you edit or... day at one time In step 2, touch [ ADD by date]/ [ ADD by using the supplied software. Touch to return to the previous screen. Touch [YES] . ...57768; Notes Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while adding movies to create, play, or edit a Playlist before the operation (p. 60, 65). It may damage...
... / to the Playlist. Creating the Playlist Notes High definition image quality (HD) movies and standard definition image quality (SD) movies are not changed even if you edit or... day at one time In step 2, touch [ ADD by date]/ [ ADD by using the supplied software. Touch to return to the previous screen. Touch [YES] . ...57768; Notes Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while adding movies to create, play, or edit a Playlist before the operation (p. 60, 65). It may damage...
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... be heard unbalanced when playing back movies on computers or other devices. Change the sound conversion type (downmix type) when playing back on your camcorder (p. 81). This is not a malfunction. Check the data base file by touching (HOME) (SETTINGS) [VIEW IMAGES SET] [ / SET] ... with [MICREF LEVEL] (p. 88) set to [LOW], the recorded sound may be recorded while shooting an about-3-second movie using the supplied software "PMB." Black bands appear when you have modified files or folders, or have edited the data on a computer. (The file name flashes ...
... be heard unbalanced when playing back movies on computers or other devices. Change the sound conversion type (downmix type) when playing back on your camcorder (p. 81). This is not a malfunction. Check the data base file by touching (HOME) (SETTINGS) [VIEW IMAGES SET] [ / SET] ... with [MICREF LEVEL] (p. 88) set to [LOW], the recorded sound may be recorded while shooting an about-3-second movie using the supplied software "PMB." Black bands appear when you have modified files or folders, or have edited the data on a computer. (The file name flashes ...
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...camera-shake warning indicator does not disappear. (Warning indicator pertaining to use your camcorder. Do you want to create a new file? If it does not work, copy the image using the supplied software. Index 96 Create new information? The image management file is set... differently from the default format. If you touch [YES], a new image management file is damaged. HD movie management information is created. Hold the camcorder steady with both hands ...
...camera-shake warning indicator does not disappear. (Warning indicator pertaining to use your camcorder. Do you want to create a new file? If it does not work, copy the image using the supplied software. Index 96 Create new information? The image management file is set... differently from the default format. If you touch [YES], a new image management file is damaged. HD movie management information is created. Hold the camcorder steady with both hands ...
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File/folder structure on the camcorder. Doing so might damage image files, or prevent image files from a computer. When the capacity of the files is ".JPG". The maximum size is created to store new photo files. The folder name goes up : [101MSDCF] [102MSDCF] By setting (HOME...up automatically. Do not modify the files or folders on the camcorder from the computer using the supplied software"PMB." Table of the files is ".MPG". When the capacity of high definition image quality (HD) movies. The files are defaulted as hidden files and not usually...
File/folder structure on the camcorder. Doing so might damage image files, or prevent image files from a computer. When the capacity of the files is ".JPG". The maximum size is created to store new photo files. The folder name goes up : [101MSDCF] [102MSDCF] By setting (HOME...up automatically. Do not modify the files or folders on the camcorder from the computer using the supplied software"PMB." Table of the files is ".MPG". When the capacity of high definition image quality (HD) movies. The files are defaulted as hidden files and not usually...