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HDR-CX100E/CX105E/CX106E
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder
Operating Guide
2009 Sony Corporation
4-129-507-11(1)
Table of contents
Getting started
Recording
Playback
Saving movies and photos
with a computer
Saving images with a DVD
writer, recorder
Making good use of your
camcorder
Additional information
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- Page 1 HDR-CX100E/CX105E/CX106E Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide 2009 Sony Corporation 4-129-507-11(1) Table of contents Getting started Recording Playback Saving movies and photos with a computer Saving images with a DVD writer, recorder Making good use of your camcorder...
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Page 2: Read This First
Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack. Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children. - Page 3 For the customers in the U.S.A. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800- 222-SONY (7669). The number below is for the FCC related matters only.
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Page 4: Declaration Of Conformity
Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-CX100E Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the... -
Page 5: Using The Camcorder
Notes on use Using the camcorder The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. See “Precautions” (p. 51). Do not do any of the following when the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 12) or the access lamp (p. 41) are lit or flashing. Otherwise, the recording media may be damaged, recorded images may be lost or other malfunctions could occur. -
Page 6: About This Manual
About this manual The images of the LCD screen used in this manual for illustration purposes are captured using a digital still camera, and therefore may appear different from the actual images of the LCD screen. In this Operating Guide, the internal memory ... -
Page 7: Operation Flow
Recording movies and photos (p. 14) In the default settings, movies and photos are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the internal memory. You can change the recording media selected, and the image quality of movies (p. 40, 45). Playing movies and photos (p. -
Page 8: Table Of Contents
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Page 9: Making Good Use Of Your Camcorder
Saving images with a DVD writer, recorder Selecting the method for creating a disc (DVD writer/recorder)......35 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc. -
Page 10: Getting Started
Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack Battery pack 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. ... -
Page 11: Charging The Battery Pack Abroad
See page 54 on charging, recording and playing time. When your camcorder is on, you can check the approximate amount of remaining battery power with the remaining battery indicator at the upper left on the LCD screen. To remove the battery pack Close the LCD screen. -
Page 12: Step 2: Turning The Power On, And Setting The Date And Time
date and time Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder is turned on. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is open, press POWER. Select the desired geographical area with Touch the button on the LCD screen. -
Page 13: Changing The Language Setting
To turn off the power Close the LCD screen. The off. You can turn off your camcorder also by pressing POWER. When [POWER ON BY LCD] is set to [OFF], turn off your camcorder by pressing POWER (p. 46). ... -
Page 14: Recording
Recording Recording Recording movies In the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the internal memory (p. 40, 45). Fasten the grip belt. Open the lens cover. Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder is turned on. - Page 15 Press START/STOP to start recording. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. You can magnify images with the power zoom lever. Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. If you close the LCD screen during recording, the camcorder stops recording. ...
- Page 16 You can increase the zooming level by using the digital zoom. Set the zooming level by touching (HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [DIGITAL ZOOM] the desired setting When viewing movies on an x.v.Color-compliant TV, record movies with the x.v.Color function. Touch ...
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Page 17: Recording And Playing Movies And Photos Easily
Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully. Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. You can check the recordable number of photos on the LCD screen (p. 57). ... -
Page 18: Playback
Playback Playback In the default setting, movies and photos on the internal memory are played (p. 40, 45). Playing movies Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder is turned on. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 12). ... - Page 19 Your camcorder starts playing the selected movie. Previous Volume adjustment To stop To fast-reverse When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen. Touch during pause to play back movies slowly. ...
- Page 20 Your camcorder displays the selected photo. Previous To the VISUAL INDEX screen You can zoom in the photo by moving the power zoom lever while viewing photos (PB ZOOM). If you touch a point in the PB ZOOM frame, the point comes to the center in the frame. When viewing photos recorded on “Memory Stick PRO Duo”...
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Page 21: Playing Images On A Tv
Playing images on a TV Connection methods and the image quality (high definition (HD) or standard definition (SD)) viewed on the TV screen differ depending on what type of TV is connected, and the connectors used. You can connect your camcorder to the TV easily following the instructions of [TV CONNECT Guide]. - Page 22 This camcorder is compatible with the “Photo TV HD” standard. “Photo TV HD” allows for highly-detailed, photo-like depiction of subtle textures and colors. 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 enjoyed in breathtaking full HD quality.
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Page 23: Saving Movies And Photos With A Computer
Saving movies and photos with a computer Preparing a computer (Windows) You can perform following operations using “PMB (Picture Motion Browser). ” Importing images to a computer Viewing and editing imported images Creating a disc Uploading movies and photos to websites ... -
Page 24: When Using A Macintosh
The supplied software “PMB” is not supported by Macintosh computers. To process photos using a Macintosh computer connected to your camcorder, see the following website. http://guide.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/mac/ ms/us/ Step 2 Installing the supplied software “PMB” Install “PMB” before connecting your camcorder to a computer. - Page 25 Click [Continue] on the computer screen. Read the terms of the license agreement carefully. If you agree to the terms, change then click [Next] [Install]. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. Depending on the computer, you may ...
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Page 26: Selecting The Method For Creating A Disc (Computer)
Player Blu-ray disc playback devices (a Blu-ray disc player, PLAYSTATION 3, etc.) AVCHD format playback devices (a Sony Blu-ray disc player, PLAYSTATION 3, etc.) Ordinary DVD playback devices (a DVD player, a computer that can play DVDs, etc.) To create a Blu-ray disc, the BD Add-on Software for “PMB”... - Page 27 Discs you can use with “PMB” You can use 12 cm discs of following type with “PMB. ” For Blu-ray disc, see page 32. Disc type DVD-R/DVD+R/DVD+R DL DVD-RW/DVD+RW Always maintain your PLAYSTATION software. The PLAYSTATION 3 may not be available in some countries/regions. ...
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Page 28: Creating A Disc With One Touch (One Touch Disc Burn)
Creating a disc with one touch (One Touch Disc Burn) You can save movies and photos on a disc by simply pressing (DISC BURN) on your camcorder. Movies and photos recorded on your camcorder that have not yet been saved with One Touch Disc Burn can be saved on a disc automatically. -
Page 29: Importing Movies And Photos To A Computer (Easy Pc Back-Up)
Importing movies and photos to a computer (Easy PC Back-up) Movies and photos recorded on your camcorder that have not yet been saved with Easy PC Back-up can be imported to a computer automatically. Turn on the computer beforehand. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall ... -
Page 30: Starting Pmb (Picture Motion Browser)
If the icon is not displayed on the computer screen, click [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [PMB] to start “PMB. ” You can view, edit, or create discs of movies and photos using “PMB. ”... -
Page 31: Creating A High Definition Image Quality (Hd) Disc
DVD disc (p. 26) is explained. You can play a high definition image quality (HD) disc on AVCHD format playback devices, such as a Sony Blu-ray disc player and a PLAYSTATION 3. You cannot play the disc on ... -
Page 32: Creating A Blu-Ray Disc
Creating a Blu-ray disc You can create a Blu-ray disc with a high definition image quality (HD) movie previously imported to a computer (p. 29). To create a Blu-ray disc, the BD Add-on Software for “PMB” must be installed. Click [BD Add-on Software] on the installation screen of “PMB, ”... -
Page 33: Ordinary Dvd Players
You can also copy a disc by converting high definition image quality (HD) movies to standard definition image quality (SD) movies. Click [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [Video Disc Copier] to start the software. See “Video Disc Copier” help on the operation. -
Page 34: Editing Movies
Editing movies You can cut out only necessary parts from a movie and save it as another file. Using “PMB, ” select the movie you want to edit, then click [Manipulate] [Video Trimming] on the menu to display the Video Trimming window. See “PMB Guide”... -
Page 35: Saving Images With A Dvd Writer, Recorder
Prepare a DVD disc such as a DVD-R, for creating a disc. See page 32 to create a Blu-ray disc. Player AVCHD format playback devices (a Sony Blu-ray disc player, PLAYSTATION 3, etc.) Ordinary DVD playback devices (a DVD player, a computer that can play DVDs, etc.) -
Page 36: (Usb Cable Connection)
You can save high definition image quality (HD) movies on a disc by connecting your camcorder to disc creation devices, such as a Sony DVD writer, with the USB cable. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected. -
Page 37: Creating A Standard Definition Image Quality (Sd) Disc With A Recorder, Etc
You can dub images played back on your camcorder on a disc or video cassette, by connecting your camcorder to a disc recorder or a Sony DVD writer, etc. with the A/V connecting cable. Connect the device in either way of or . Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected. -
Page 38: Your Camcorder
A/V connecting cable to the video input jack, and the white (left channel) or the red (right channel) plug to the audio input jack on the device. Sony DVD writer may not be available in some countries/regions. (HOME) ... -
Page 39: Making Good Use Of Your Camcorder
Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos You can free media space by deleting movies and photos from recording media. Select the recording medium that contains the movies and photos you want to delete before starting the operation (p. 40). For movies, select the image quality (p. -
Page 40: Changing The Recording Media
Changing the recording media You can select the internal memory or “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media as the recording, playback, or editing medium on your camcorder. Select the medium to be used for movies and photos separately. In the default setting, both movies and photos are recorded on the internal memory. -
Page 41: Memory Stick Pro Duo" Media
Inserting “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media Set the recording medium to [MEMORY STICK] to record movies and/or photos on “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media (p. 40). Types of “Memory Stick” media you can use with your camcorder For recording movies, it is recommended that ... -
Page 42: Customizing Your Camcorder With Menus
camcorder with menus Menu items are described in more details with color photos in the “Handycam Handbook” (p. 48). Using the HOME MENU When you press the (HOME) button, the HOME MENU appears. You can change the settings of your camcorder. (HOME) (HOME) button ... - Page 43 You cannot use the OPTION MENU during Easy Handycam operation.
- Page 44 List of the HOME MENU (CAMERA) category MOVIE ... p. 14 PHOTO ... p. 16 SMTH SLW REC ... Records fast moving subjects in slow-motion. (VIEW IMAGES) category VISUAL INDEX ... p. 18 FILM ROLL ... p. 18 FACE... p. 18 PLAYLIST...
- Page 45 DISC BURN ... p. 28 TV CONNECT Guide ... p. 21 BATTERY INFO ... Displays the battery information. (MANAGE MEDIA) category MOVIE MEDIA SET ... p. 40 PHOTO MEDIA SET ... p. 40 MEDIA INFO ... Displays information on the recording media, such as free space. MEDIA FORMAT ...
- Page 46 BEEP ... p. 12 LCD BRIGHT ... Adjusts the brightness of the LCD screen. LCD BL LEVEL ... Adjusts the backlight of the LCD screen. LCD COLOR ... Adjusts the color intensity of the LCD screen. OUTPUT SETTINGS TV TYPE ... p. 22 DISP OUTPUT ...
- Page 47 List of the OPTION MENU The following items are available on the OPTION MENU only. SPOT MTR/FCS... Adjusts the brightness and focus for the seleted subject simultaneously. SPOT METER ... Adjusts the brightness of images to a subject you touch on the screen. SPOT FOCUS ...
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Page 48: Getting Detailed Information From The "Handycam Handbook
Getting detailed information from the “Handycam Handbook” The “Handycam Handbook” is a user guide designed to be read on a computer screen. The functions of your camcorder are described, some of them with color photos. The “Handycam Handbook” is intended to be read when you want to know more about operating your camcorder. -
Page 49: Additional Information
During repair, we may check a minimum amount of data stored on the internal memory in order to investigate the problem. However, your Sony dealer will neither copy nor retain your data. See the “Handycam Handbook” (p. 48) for ... - Page 50 If indicators appear on the LCD screen, check the following. If the problem persists even after you have tried to fix a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:04: The battery pack is not an “InfoLITHIUM”...
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Page 51: Precautions
If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the product. - Page 52 Handling the camcorder with above substances on your hands Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for a long period of time About care and storage of the lens Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft ...
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Page 53: Specifications
[INDOOR] (3 200 K), [OUTDOOR] (5 800 Minimum illumination 5 lx (lux) ([AUTO SLW SHUTTR] is set to [ON], shutter speed 1/25 second) The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid and the image processing system (BIONZ) allow still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described. - Page 54 [HQ] [SP] [LP] The number in ( ) is the minimum recordable time. A Sony “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media is used. The recordable time may vary depending on the recording and subject conditions, [REC MODE], and the type of “Memory Stick” media.
- Page 55 Measured when using the camcorder at 25 (77 ˚F) (10 C to 30 C (50 ˚F to 86 ˚F) is recommended). The recording and playback time will be shorter in low temperatures, or depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder.
- Page 56 “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. “x.v.Colour” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. “BIONZ” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. “BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. “Blu-ray Disc” and the logo are trademarks. ...
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Page 57: Screen Indicators
Screen indicators Upper left Center 60min STBY 9999 10 m ? Bottom Upper left Indicator Meaning HOME button Self-timer recording BLT-IN ZOOM MIC MICREF LEVEL low WIDE SELECT Remaining battery 60 min Return button Center Indicator Meaning [STBY]/[REC] Recording status Photo size Slide show set ... -
Page 58: Parts And Controls
Parts and controls Figures in ( ) are reference pages. Lens (Carl Zeiss lens) LENS COVER switch (14, 16) Built-in microphone LCD screen/Touch panel (12) If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees, you can close the LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out. - Page 59 Power zoom lever (15, 17, 20) PHOTO button (17) MODE button (16) (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (12) Battery pack (10) CHG (Charge) lamp (10) Speaker DC IN jack (10) A/V Remote Connector (21, 37) ...
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Page 60: Index
Index AVCHD...26, 35 A/V connecting cable...37 Battery ...10 Blu-ray disc ...32 Capturing photos from a movie ...34 Charging the battery abroad ...11 Charging the battery pack ...10 Computer...23 Computer system ...23 Copy ...41 Copying a disc ...33 Creating a disc ...26, 35 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc ...31, 36 Creating a standard definition... - Page 64 Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/ Printed on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Printed in Japan...