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...is mishandled, the battery pack can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using your camcorder. For more information regarding recycling of in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. Operation is still supplied to it while ...connected to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that may result. This product has received UL Listing. CAUTION Battery pack If the battery pack is an internationally...
...is mishandled, the battery pack can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using your camcorder. For more information regarding recycling of in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. Operation is still supplied to it while ...connected to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that may result. This product has received UL Listing. CAUTION Battery pack If the battery pack is an internationally...
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...(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) See ... subject to Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-CX100 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. The number below is no guarantee ... questions about this camcorder. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with the instructions, may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800222-SONY (7669). Regulatory ...
...(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) See ... subject to Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-CX100 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. The number below is no guarantee ... questions about this camcorder. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with the instructions, may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800222-SONY (7669). Regulatory ...
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...procedures. It is recommended that appear constantly on a compatible Blu-ray Disc player/recorder or other devices The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. Unauthorized recording of the manufacturing process and do any problems. US Compensation for ...not do not affect the recording in color) that you cannot play movies and photos. Do not use Using the camcorder The camcorder is compatible with High Profile Devices which are operational for the contents of recordings cannot be able to eject ...
...procedures. It is recommended that appear constantly on a compatible Blu-ray Disc player/recorder or other devices The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. Unauthorized recording of the manufacturing process and do any problems. US Compensation for ...not do not affect the recording in color) that you cannot play movies and photos. Do not use Using the camcorder The camcorder is compatible with High Profile Devices which are operational for the contents of recordings cannot be able to eject ...
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..." media and "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media 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 manual for illustration purposes are captured using a digital...
..." media and "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media 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 manual for illustration purposes are captured using a digital...
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... saved on the characteristics of each type of movies (p. 43, 48). Playing movies and photos (p. 21) Playing movies and photos on your camcorder's media. US 10 See page 29 on other media, from high definition image quality (HD) movies imported to the computer. Creating a disc... with either high definition image quality (HD) or standard definition image quality (SD) from the your camcorder (p. 21) Playing movies and photos on a connected TV (p. 24) Saving movies and photos on a disc Saving movies and photos with a computer (p. 26...
... saved on the characteristics of each type of movies (p. 43, 48). Playing movies and photos (p. 21) Playing movies and photos on your camcorder's media. US 10 See page 29 on other media, from high definition image quality (HD) movies imported to the computer. Creating a disc... with either high definition image quality (HD) or standard definition image quality (SD) from the your camcorder (p. 21) Playing movies and photos on a connected TV (p. 24) Saving movies and photos on a disc Saving movies and photos with a computer (p. 26...
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... setting the date and time 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 Selecting the...
... setting the date and time 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 Selecting the...
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...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 media 43 To check the recording media settings 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 54 Specifications 56 Screen indicators 59 Parts ...
...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 media 43 To check the recording media settings 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 54 Specifications 56 Screen indicators 59 Parts ...
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...outlet (wall socket) You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series) after attaching it to your camcorder. You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than the H series to your camcorder. 1 Turn off when the battery pack is fully charged. 4 When the battery is charged, disconnect the... it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder. The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction ...
...outlet (wall socket) You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series) after attaching it to your camcorder. You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than the H series to your camcorder. 1 Turn off when the battery pack is fully charged. 4 When the battery is charged, disconnect the... it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder. The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction ...
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... disconnect the AC Adaptor, close the LCD screen and make sure that the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 15) are turned off automatically if 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... the remaining battery indicator at the upper left on the LCD screen. See page 57 on charging, recording and playing time. When your camcorder is on, you can charge the battery pack in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your...
... disconnect the AC Adaptor, close the LCD screen and make sure that the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 15) are turned off automatically if 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... the remaining battery indicator at the upper left on the LCD screen. See page 57 on charging, recording and playing time. When your camcorder is on, you can charge the battery pack in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your...
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... To set the date and time again, touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [CLOCK SET]. When an item is not on your camcorder. POWER button (Movie): To record movies (Photo): To record photos 2 Select the desired geographical area with / , then touch [NEXT]. Your... time does not appear during playback. 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 turned on. To turn off the operation beeps by touching (HOME) (SETTINGS) [SOUND/DISP SET] ...
... To set the date and time again, touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [CLOCK SET]. When an item is not on your camcorder. POWER button (Movie): To record movies (Photo): To record photos 2 Select the desired geographical area with / , then touch [NEXT]. Your... time does not appear during playback. 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 turned on. To turn off the operation beeps by touching (HOME) (SETTINGS) [SOUND/DISP SET] ...
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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 your camcorder by pressing POWER (p. 49). Touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [ LANGUAGE SET] a desired language US 16 To turn off the power Close the LCD screen. Changing the language setting You can turn off your camcorder also 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 your camcorder by pressing POWER (p. 49). Touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [ LANGUAGE SET] a desired language US 16 To turn off the power Close the LCD screen. Changing the language setting You can turn off your camcorder also by pressing POWER. When [POWER ON BY LCD] is set to show messages in a specified language.
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Recording Recording Recording Recording movies In the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on your camcorder. 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). POWER button US 17
Recording Recording Recording Recording movies In the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on your camcorder. 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). POWER button US 17
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...smile detection shot. Press START/STOP to [ON] in the default setting. To adjust the angle of a person during recording, the camcorder stops recording. See page 57 on the recordable time of movies. When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file ...setting in mirror mode. 90 degrees (max.) 180 degrees (max.) 90 degrees to the camcorder When you open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), and then adjust the angle (). Power zoom lever Wide Telephoto [STBY] [REC] To stop recording...
...smile detection shot. Press START/STOP to [ON] in the default setting. To adjust the angle of a person during recording, the camcorder stops recording. See page 57 on the recordable time of movies. When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file ...setting in mirror mode. 90 degrees (max.) 180 degrees (max.) 90 degrees to the camcorder When you open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), and then adjust the angle (). Power zoom lever Wide Telephoto [STBY] [REC] To stop recording...
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... using the digital zoom. Some settings may be required on a TV to the instruction manuals of your camcorder when the LCD screen is turned on. To turn on the (Photo) lamp. US 19 Your camcorder is already open, press POWER (p. 15). Press MODE to turn on the internal memory (p. 43...; [MOVIE SETTINGS] [X.V.COLOR] [ON] . Refer to view the movies. Shooting photos In the default setting, photos are recorded on your camcorder. The aspect ratio of the screen becomes 4:3.
... using the digital zoom. Some settings may be required on a TV to the instruction manuals of your camcorder when the LCD screen is turned on. To turn on the (Photo) lamp. US 19 Your camcorder is already open, press POWER (p. 15). Press MODE to turn on the internal memory (p. 43...; [MOVIE SETTINGS] [X.V.COLOR] [ON] . Refer to view the movies. Shooting photos In the default setting, photos are recorded on your camcorder. The aspect ratio of the screen becomes 4:3.
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...) 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 already open, press POWER (p. 15). Press (VIEW IMAGES). If you can display the VISUAL INDEX screen by... time. ( appears on the photo recorded on the LCD screen as well. Touch (or ) tab () a desired movie (). Your camcorder is turned on. To turn on the internal memory are played (p. 43, 48). Playing movies Open the LCD screen of photos ...
...) 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 already open, press POWER (p. 15). Press (VIEW IMAGES). If you can display the VISUAL INDEX screen by... time. ( appears on the photo recorded on the LCD screen as well. Touch (or ) tab () a desired movie (). Your camcorder is turned on. To turn on the internal memory are played (p. 43, 48). Playing movies Open the LCD screen of photos ...
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... to the VISUAL INDEX screen. Touch / during pause to play back movies slowly. As you can display it during recording. US 22 Your camcorder starts playing the selected movie. Previous Volume adjustment To stop To fast-reverse Next OPTION MENU To fast-forward To pause/play When playback...
... to the VISUAL INDEX screen. Touch / during pause to play back movies slowly. As you can display it during recording. US 22 Your camcorder starts playing the selected movie. Previous Volume adjustment To stop To fast-reverse Next OPTION MENU To fast-forward To pause/play When playback...
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Playback US 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). Your camcorder displays the selected photo.
Playback US 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). Your camcorder displays the selected photo.
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... definition image quality (SD). Play back movies and photos on your camcorder (p. 21). Make the required output settings on your camcorder. To connect a high definition TV via component video jacks: (HOME) (SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [COMPONENT] [1080i/480i] US 24 Playing images on a TV Connection...
... definition image quality (SD). Play back movies and photos on your camcorder (p. 21). Make the required output settings on your camcorder. To connect a high definition TV via component video jacks: (HOME) (SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [COMPONENT] [1080i/480i] US 24 Playing images on a TV Connection...
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...: (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. 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...
...: (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. 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...
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...not assured. *1 Standard installation is required. Operation is not assured if the OS has been upgraded or in the AVCHD format. Your camcorder may fail to standard definition image quality (SD).) Copying a disc Application DirectX 9.0c or later (This product is not supported...disk file system. Operation with DVD based players or recorders, as the DVD player/recorder 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...
...not assured. *1 Standard installation is required. Operation is not assured if the OS has been upgraded or in the AVCHD format. Your camcorder may fail to standard definition image quality (SD).) Copying a disc Application DirectX 9.0c or later (This product is not supported...disk file system. Operation with DVD based players or recorders, as the DVD player/recorder 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...