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Question posted by amnapervaz on October 29th, 2023

Sony Handycam Disk Error

My Sony handycam keeps on saying disk error and driver error even when I put in a brand new disc.Please can you tell me how to fix it? The noise it makes really annoyed me! ?????!

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Answer #1: Posted by xamorej on October 29th, 2023 3:55 PM
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I'm sorry to hear about the issue with your Sony Handycam. Relating to the disk error, it might be an issue with the disc compatibility. Ensure you're using discs recommended by Sony. It could also be that the disc needs formatting, which you can usually do in the settings.

For the driver error, it might need a software update. Connect your Handycam to your computer and see if a new driver is available on Sony's official support website.

And about the noise, it could be due to a mechanical problem that requires professional servicing. Particularly if the other solutions don't work, consider taking your camcorder to an authorized Sony service center.

Remember, doing any self-repairs might invalidate your warranty if it's still active. Keep us posted on the situation

Answer #2: Posted by SonuKumar on October 29th, 2023 10:10 PM
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There are a few possible reasons why your Sony DCRDVD101 handycam is displaying disk errors and driver errors, even when you use a brand new disc. Some possibilities include:

A dirty or damaged lens. The lens on your handycam may be dirty or damaged, preventing it from reading discs properly.

A faulty disc drive. The disc drive in your handycam may be faulty, preventing it from reading discs properly.

A firmware issue. The firmware on your handycam may be outdated or corrupted, preventing it from reading discs properly.

A hardware issue. There may be a hardware issue with your handycam, such as a faulty circuit board or sensor, preventing it from reading discs properly.

To try and fix the problem, you can try the following:

Clean the lens. Use a soft, lens cleaning cloth to gently clean the lens on your handycam.

Try a different disc. Try using a different disc, such as a different brand or type of disc. If the other disc works, then the problem is likely with the original disc.

Update the firmware. Check the Sony website to see if there is a firmware update available for your handycam. If there is, download and install the update.

Reset the handycam. Reset your handycam to factory defaults. This will erase all of your settings and data, so be sure to back up anything important before you do this.

Take the handycam to a repair shop. If you have tried all of the above and the problem persists, then you may need to take your handycam to a repair shop.

Here are some additional tips:

Make sure that the disc is clean and free of smudges and fingerprints.

Make sure that the disc is inserted correctly into the handycam.

Try using a different type of disc, such as a DVD-R or DVD+R disc.

Try burning the disc at a slower speed.

Try using a different disc burning software.

If you are still having problems, then you may need to contact Sony support for further assistance.


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Operating Instructions - Page 1

... regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Serial No. DCR-DVD Model No. TM SERIES DCR-DVD101/DVD201 ©2004 Sony Corporation Record the serial number in the space provided below. AC- Operating Instructions [US] 3-089-913-12 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product. Owner...
Operating Instructions - Page 2

...rechargeable batteries to the presence of this product will soon be producing home video that may result in the U.S.A. Your Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is... Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD101 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with this Sony Handycam. Welcome!
Operating Instructions - Page 7

... and VR (Video Recording) mode VIDEO mode: A disc has wide compatibility with all home DVD players, computer DVD drives and PlayStation 2 consoles cannot be guaranteed. VR mode: A disc can be edited on DVD Handycam but the players are limited. *1 DVD-R/RW discs recorded by your DVD Handycam. DVD-RW (in VR mode) Players that can play back a disc recorded by Sony DVD Handycam camcorders are...
Operating Instructions - Page 8

... Both movies and still images can play it back on DVD players, etc.. Playing back Select a scene to format a DVD-RW before recording. Select a recording format (either VIDEO mode or VR mode) when using a once recorded DVD-RW again. Because your DVD Handycam Preparing Prepare a new disc. • You can play back from the Visual Index display. If...
Operating Instructions - Page 10

...- Unfinalizing (VIDEO mode DVD-RWs only 72...DCR-DVD201 only) .. 41 Adjusting the exposure 43 Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects - Table of the clock using a time difference 25 Step 5 Preparing a disc for recording . 26 Shooting movies/still images Before shooting 28 Shooting movies 29 Selecting the recording mode ....... 32 Using the zoom feature 33 Shooting with your DVD Handycam...
Operating Instructions - Page 11

... your computer 102 Creating an original disc 103 Making a menu 103 Editing the contents 104 Recording on a disc 105 Connecting your camcorder to a TV and a VCR Dubbing a disc to a tape 106 Connecting your camcorder to a VCR 106 Dubbing to a tape 107 Dubbing a TV program or video tape onto a disc 108 Connecting your camcorder to a TV or a VCR 108 Selecting...
Operating Instructions - Page 35

...both knobs on by pressing the POWER button for a few seconds. 6 Insert a disc (page 26). The image is common with VIDEO mode and VR mode. The following operation is not displayed in the viewfinder when the...adaptor (page 15). 3 Open the LCD screen. This sets your camcorder to 5 beforehand (page 15). Shooting movies/still images Shooting still images Perform "Getting Started" from step 1 ...
Operating Instructions - Page 37

... effect - Do not open the disc cover. •When you press PHOTO lightly in the SETUP display. •The image size is not displayed with the angle of view of images you leave your camcorder powered by battery for still images is slightly wider compared with the DCR-DVD101. 37 Color Slow Shutter - You...
Operating Instructions - Page 69

... on the DVD player. Pressing m/M during playback skips 10 images. Select the scene to the Visual Index display. Notes •Make sure that the vertical-shaped DVD player with a DVD drive are ... images are listed per page (200 pages in VIDEO mode on the DVD player. To play back a finalized disc recorded in maximum). Finalizing a disc for other players, the still images must be ...
Operating Instructions - Page 71

... data to your computer using a USB cable (page 99). 71 Finalizing a disc for other players Finalizing a disc Structures and file names of movies and still images Movies and still images are stored in the following folders on a computer without a DVD drive, by connecting your camcorder to the hard disk drive of your computer. •The...
Operating Instructions - Page 74

... BE DELETED CAN PLAYBACK ON VARIOUS DVD DEVICES. FORMAT EXECUTING AVOID ANY VIBRATION 0:10 74 PROCESS TIME : 7sec REC FORMAT : VIDEO [ SETUP ] : END 4 Use the multi-selector to select [EXECUTE]. The confirmation display appears. Formatting (DVD-RWs only) You can format recorded DVD-RWs and make them new discs. CANNOT EDIT IN CAMCORDER [ SETUP ] : END 5 Use the multi...
Operating Instructions - Page 75

... only) 8 Press SETUP when the [COMPLETED] appears on the disc again. Finalizing a disc for other players Recording again on a used disc - VIDEO mode: unfinalized - You cannot delete any step from DVD-Rs. Notes •Make sure that the power of your camcorder during formatting, the disc may not be formatted correctly or damaged, and can record additional scenes...
Operating Instructions - Page 93

... without DirectX 8.0a or later, DirectX installation starts. Introduction Installing software Install the ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony DVD Handycam (hereinafter referred to be able to use the ImageMixer CD writing function, you need to your computer - Viewing/duplicating discs/editing the recordings on - If the menu window does not appear, double-click [My Computer...
Operating Instructions - Page 94

... Wizard] starts. 94 Connecting your camcorder to your computer. USB port 6 Make sure that [Sony DVD Handycam] is not selected. [Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard] dialog box appears. Introduction Connecting your camcorder to the computer Notes •Install the USB driver before connecting the camcorder to your computer - Click [Sony DVD Handycam] if it is selected as...
Operating Instructions - Page 101

... [OK]. 11 When the copy completion message appears, remove the disc and insert a new disc into your camcorder. 6 Connect the (USB) jack of the camcorder and the (USB) port of copied media is different from your camcorder. You must format the DVD-RW to make a copy of a finalized disc. 1 Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load. 2 Connect...
Operating Instructions - Page 121

...new disc or format the disc (DVD-RW only, page 74) • The disc has been finalized. c Unfinalize the disc (DVD-RW only) or use a new disc... This is activated. The power goes off. • Your camcorder powered by swapping movies and still images frequently reduces the remaining capacity... Set [A. c Set it to [ON]. (page 112) (CAMERA SET) in Autofocus does not work . • [STEADYSHOT] ...
Operating Instructions - Page 124

... to output on the TV or VCR. You cannot record a disc title on a finalized DVD-R. • The disc title has been made by another device. • When too many still images are recorded, the remaining of the USB driver was completed. c Turn off your camcorder and leave it . (page 132) • Some problems have occurred...
Operating Instructions - Page 127

... VIDEO mode, unfinalize it. c Turn off your camcorder and leave it with a new battery pack. %*1 • Moisture condensation has occurred. CANNOT OPEN TRY LATER*1 REC. c Use a new disc. • You cannot playback a incompatible disc with the disc and you cannot record any movies or still images on the finalized DVD-RW in a cool place. CLOSE DISC COVER • The disc...
Operating Instructions - Page 135

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Operating Instructions - Page 137

... lens for Modulation Transfer Function. It adopts the MTF* measurement system for video cameras and offers the same quality as a Carl Zeiss lens. * MTF stands for your camcorder was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation. - Identifying parts and controls Camcorder 1 5 6 2 7 8 3 4 9 1 LCD screen (page 20) 2 LCD BACKLIGHT button (page 20) 3 REC START...

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