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3-087-414-11 (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-VX2100 Model No. AC-
Serial No. Serial No.
DCR-VX2100
©2003 Sony Corporation
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Table of contents Quick Start Guide ............................................... 4 Playing back a tape with digital effects ......... 73 Getting Started Editing Using this manual ............................................... 6 Dubbing a tape .................................................. 74 Checking supplied accessories ......................... 8 Dubbing only desired scenes Step 1 Preparing the power supply ................ 9 – Digital program editing ............................. 76
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— Getting Started — Using this manual As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on your camcorder are shown in capital letters. e.g. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. When you carry out an operation, you can hear a beep or a melody sound to indicate that the operation is being carried out. Note on cassette memory Your camcorder is based on the DV format. You can only use mini DV cassettes with your camcorder. We recommend that you use a tape with cassette memory . The functions which r
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Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time “- - - - min” appears in the display window. While charging the battery pack, no indicator appears or the indicator flashes in the display window in the following cases: – The battery pack is not installed correctly. – The AC Adaptor is disconnected. – Something is wrong with the battery pack. When using the AC Adaptor Be sure to use it near the wall outlet. If a malfunction occur
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Step 1 Preparing the power supply Playing time Battery pack Playing time Playing time on LCD screen with LCD closed NP-F330 (supplied) 90 (80) 110 (95) NP-F550 185 (165) 225 (195) NP-F730 305 (275) 385 (345) NP-F750 375 (335) 460 (415) NP-F960 680 (610) 830 (745) Approximate minutes of playing time when you use a fully charged battery Numbers in parentheses “( )” indicate the time using a normally charged battery. You cannot use the NP-500/510/710 battery pack on your camcorder. Notes •The sup
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Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from a wall outlet using the AC Adaptor. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the plug’s v mark facing toward the LCD panel side. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC Adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. 12 Precaution The set is not disconnected from the AC power sou
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Step 2 Setting the date and time Set the date and time when you use your camcorder for the first time. "CLOCK SET" will be displayed each time that you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY unless you set the date and time settings. If you do not use your camcorder for about four months, the date and time may be cleared from memory (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery installed in your camcorder will have been discharged (p.160). First, set the year, then the month, th
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MEMORY VCR CAMERA OFF (CHG) MEMORY VCR CAMERA OFF (CHG) POWER — Recording – Basics — Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for you. (1) Open the shutter of the hood with a lens cap. For more information about attaching the hood with a lens cap, see page 167. (2) Install the power source and insert a cassette. See “Step 1” to “Step 3” (p. 9 to 15) for more information. (3) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. Your camcorder is set to the standb
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Recording – Basics Recording a picture Note on the recording mode Your camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode. Select SP or LP in the menu settings. In LP mode, you can record 1.5 times as long as in SP mode. When you record a tape on your camcorder in LP mode, we recommend playing the tape on your camcorder. Note on the LOCK switch When you slide the LOCK switch to the left, the POWER switch can no longer be set to MEMORY accidentally. The LOCK sw
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Recording a picture Adjusting the LCD screen The LCD panel is opened up to 90 degrees and it rotates about 90 degrees to the viewfinder side and about 180 degrees to the lens side. If you turn the LCD panel over so that it faces the other way in standby or recording mode, the indicator appears on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder (Mirror mode). 180 1 180 80° ° 90° OPEN To close the LCD panel, set it vertically and swing it into the camcorder body until it clicks. Note When you open the LCD p
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Recording a picture Adjusting the viewfinder If you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the images in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. Lift up the viewfinder and move the viewfinder adjustment lever. Viewfinder adjustment lever To adjust the brightness of the viewfinder screen, use the VF B.L. item in the menu settings (p. 109). Even if you adjust the viewfinder screen backlight The recorded pi
