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3-076-897-11 (1)
Digital
Video Camera
Recorder
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the
serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DCR-IP Model No. AC-
Serial No. Serial No.
DCR-IP220
DCR-IP210/IP220
©2002 Sony Corporation
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Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam. With your Handycam, you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use. You will soon be producing home video that you can enjoy for years to come. For customers in the U.S.A. WARNING and CANADA To prevent fire or shock hazard, do CAUTION not expose the unit to rain or TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH moisture.
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Note: For customers in the U.S.A. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital If you have any questions about this product, device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222- These limits are designed to provide SONY (7669) reasonable protection against harmful The number below is for the FCC related interference in a residential installation. This matters only. equipment generates, uses, and can ra
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Main Features Main Features •Recording moving pictures on Recording moving tapes (p. 29) pictures or still images, •Playing back tapes (p. 42) and playing them back •Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” (p. 47, 111) •Recording moving pictures on a “Memory Stick” (p. 130) •Viewing still images recorded on a “Memory Stick” (p. 136) •Viewing moving pictures recorded on a “Memory Stick” (p. 139) •Viewing moving pictures recorded on tapes using the i.LINK cable (p. 153) (The i.LINK of your camc
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Main Features Getting Started Main Features Accessing the Internet via a Bluetooth wireless Accessing the Internet, sending/ device (optional) (DCR- receiving your e-mail. For details, IP220 only) refer to the Network Function Operating Instructions supplied with your camcorder. (DCR-IP220 only) (p. 175) Other uses Functions to adjust exposure in the recording mode •BACK LIGHT (p. 37) •NightShot/Super NightShot/Color Slow Shutter (p. 37) •Recording with the flash (p. 49, 116) •White balance (p.
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Table of contents Adjusting the exposure manually ...... 65 Main Features ...................................... 4 Using the spot light-metering mode – Flexible Spot Meter ..................... 66 Introduction Focusing manually ................................ 67 – Basic operations ............................ 8 Using the spot focus mode – Spot Focus .................................... 69 Quick Start Guide Advanced Playback – Recording on a tape ........................... 10 – Recording on a “
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Getting Started Table of contents Enlarging still images recorded on a Self-diagnosis display......................... 192 “Memory Stick” Warning indicators and messages .... 193 – Memory PB ZOOM ................... 143 Additional Information Playing back images continuously – SLIDE SHOW ............................. 145 Usable cassettes ................................... 195 Preventing accidental erasure About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery – Image protection ........................ 146 pack .....
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(CHG)OFF ON MODE CAMERA VCR MEMORY/NETWORK Introduction – Basic operations This section describes the basic operations to operate your camcorder. How to turn on the power and select the mode To supply power for your camcorder, see “Step 1 Preparing the power supply” on page 17. 1,2 POWER (1) Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow while pressing the small green button, then release your finger. Your camcorder is turned on, and then your camcorder turns to the CAMERA mode so that the
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Getting Started Introduction – Basic operations How to open the LCD panel 1 2 3 180° (1) Open the LCD panel in the direction of the arrow. (2) Turn the LCD panel 180 degrees counter-clockwise. (3) Close the LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out. When closing the LCD panel, set it vertically, and swing it into your camcorder body. Notes •The LCD panel rotates 180 degrees anticlockwise and 90 degrees clockwise. •When using the LCD panel except in the mirror mode (p. 35), the viewfinder automati
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Quick Start Guide Quick Start Guide – Recording on a tape This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record pictures on tapes of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Connecting the power cord (p. 21) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 17). Open the jack cover. AC power adaptor (supplied) Connect the plug with its v mark facing down. Inserting a cassette (p. 25) 1 Slide OPEN/Z EJECT 2 Push the middle 3 Close the cassette in th
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Quick Start Guide (CHG)OFF ON MODE CAMERA VCR MEMORY/NETWORK (CHG)OFF ON MODE CAMERA VCR MEMORY/NETWORK Recording a picture (p. 29) 2 Set the POWER switch 1 Remove the lens cap. to CAMERA. The CAMERA lamp lights up. POWER 4 Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. Viewfinder When the LCD panel is closed with the LCD screen facing inwards, use the viewfinder. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight (p. 32). 3 Open the LCD panel. The picture
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Quick Start Guide Quick Start Guide – Recording on a “Memory Stick” This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on a “Memory Stick” of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Connecting the power cord (p. 21) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 17). Open the jack cover. AC power adaptor (supplied) Connect the plug with its v mark facing down. Inserting a “Memory Stick” (p. 102) Insert a “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick” s
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Quick Start Guide (CHG)OFF ON MODE CAMERA VCR MEMORY/NETWORK (CHG)OFF ON MODE CAMERA VCR MEMORY/NETWORK Recording a still image on a “Memory Stick” (p. 111) 2 Set the 1 Remove the lens cap. POWER POWER switch to MEMORY. The 3 Open the LCD panel. The MEMORY picture appears on the lamp lights LCD screen. up. Viewfinder When the LCD panel is closed with the LCD screen facing 4 Press When the green z mark inwards, use the viewfinder. PHOTO stops flashing, then lights up, Adjust the viewfinder lens t
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— Getting Started — Using this manual The instructions in this manual are for the two models listed in the table below. Before you start reading this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder. The DCR-IP220 is the model used for illustration purposes. Otherwise, the model name is indicated in the illustrations. Any differences in operation are clearly indicated in the text, for example, “DCR-IP220 only.” As you read through this manual
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Getting Started Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder •The LCD screen and the finder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and the finder. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any wa
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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 9 0 qa qs qd 1 AC-L20A AC power adaptor (1), Power 7 Lens hood (1) (p. 32) cord (1) (p. 18) 8 “Memory Stick” (1) (p. 100) 2 NP-FF70 battery pack (1) (p. 17, 18) 9 USB cable (1) (p. 151) 3 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 46) q; CD-ROM (SPVD-008 USB Driver) (1) 4 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 154, 172) (p. 216) qa CD-ROM (Movie Shaker Ver.3.1 for 5 Size AA (R6) batteries for th
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Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Inserting the battery pack Your camcorder operates only with the NP-FF70 battery pack. (1) Slide OPEN in the direction of the arrow and open the battery compartment lid. (2) Insert the battery pack with its terminal side facing your camcorder. (3) Close the battery compartment lid. 1 2 3 To take out the battery pack Open the battery compartment lid and slide the lever to take out the battery pack. Lever Note Your camcorder operates only with the
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MODE (CHG)OFF ON CAMERA VCR MEMORY/NETWORK Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Charge the battery pack before using your camcorder. Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (NP-FF70). See page 196 for details of the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. (1) Open the jack cover and connect the supplied AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the plug’s v mark facing down. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the po
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Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Note Prevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the DC plug of the AC power adaptor. This may cause a short-circuit, damaging the AC power adaptor. While charging the battery pack, the battery CHG lamp flashes in the following cases: – The battery pack is not inserted correctly. – Something is wrong with the battery pack. – The ambient temperature is extremely high or low. When you use the AC power adaptor Place the
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Step 1 Preparing the power supply Note Approximate recording time and playing time at 25°C (77°F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment. If the power goes off although the battery remaining indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate Charge the battery pack fully again so that the indication on the battery remaining indicator is correct. Recommended charging temperature We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temp
