User manual SONY HANDYCAM DCR-VX2100 - PRODUCT BROCHURE

DCR-VX2100 Digital Handycam® Camcorder F E AT U R E S MiniDV Recording Offers up to 530 lines of horizontal resolution, 3X color bandwidth (vs. VHS) and significantly higher S/N ratio, to provide stunning video performance. 3­CCD Imaging System Each 1/3" CCD has 380,000 pixels for brilliant digital picture-quality. 530 Lines of Horizontal Video Resolution Advanced HADTM Megapixel CCD technology, combined with high-quality optics provide outstanding video performance with up to 530 horizontal lines of resolution. Digital Still Memory Mode with Memory Stick® Media Capture digital still images at 640 x 480 resolution, directly onto Memory Stick® media for easy transfer to PC's for emailing, printing, or sharing with other compatible Memory Stick® devices. Advanced HADTM CCD Technology Enhanced CCD design allows more light to reach the imager which reduces video noise to improve signal-to-noise ratio by up to 6db (2x better than a standard CCD). Particularly effective when shooting in dark situations. 12X Optical/48X Digital Zoom The optical zoom helps to bring the action up close from far away. In addition, the digital zoom interpolation means that extreme digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zooms. Aspherical Ground Glass 58mm Lens Larger diameter allows more light to strike the Advanced HADTM CCD imagers for greater detail and clarity, while the aspherical lens reduces optical distortion, and provide better corner-to-corner focus. 2.5" Precision Hybrid SwivelScreenTM LCD Display (211K Pixels) Provides excellent viewing clarity with improved resolution. The 211K pixel LCD display makes images sharp and detailed during playback or when monitoring recording. The Hybrid ReflectiveTransmissive LCD Screen provides accurate viewing in sunlight or bright light, virtually eliminating the "wash-out" common with traditional LCD Screens. Manual Zoom Ring Allows user operated manual zoom speed for more flexibility and control. Precision Color Viewfinder (180K Pixels) Increased pixel count provides more detail and clarity of video subjects. Manual Shutter Speed Gives you optimum control over the shutter speed based upon shooting environment or desired effect. Manual Exposure Dial Create your own special look by controlling the camera's exposure amount manually, allowing in less or more light for creative control. Stamina Power Management System 9 Hours (Using Optional NP-F960) The Sony DCR-VX2100 can record for up to 9 hours or playback for up to 13 hours (with LCD screen off) on a single charge with the optional NP-F960. InfoLithium® Battery with AccuPowerTM Meter System Charge the battery at any time because unlike NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries Sony's rechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries are not subjected to a life shortening "memory effect". Sony's exclusive AccuPowerTM meter displays the battery time remaining in minutes, in the viewfinder or the LCD screen. Super SteadyShot Optical Stabilization System An advanced version of Sony's SteadyShot® System that minimizes even high frequency shake and vibration using motion sensors and an optical active prism stabilization system, for better performance even in difficult shooting situations. i.LINK®* DV Interface (IEEE1394) A high speed bi-directional digital video/audio communication between two devices equipped with an IEEE1394 interface, including camcorders, digital VCRs, and PCs. Intelligent Accessory Shoe Provides power, on/off and special operational commands to a variety of Sony Intelligent Accessories via an 8-pin interface. This enables easy synchronized operation between the Handycam® camcorder and such accessories as video lights, infrared lights and microphones without additional batteries or cables. Progressive Shutter System Mechanical shutter system that provides Progressive Scan performance while utilizing an interlace scanning system. Digital still images will be sharp and clear with excellent definition. STEP-UP F E AT U R E DCR-VX2100 A D D I T I O N A L F E AT U R E S 12-Bit/16-Bit PCM Digital Stereo Audio Analog-to-Digital Conversion with Pass-Through Digital Audio/Video Fader Digital Program Editing TM Handle Mounted Zoom and Recording Control Battery* (Fully charged) Rec Time VF/LCD/VF+LCD BATTERY LIFE Playback Time LCD On/Off S P E C I F I C AT I O N S Imaging Device: 3-1/3" 380K Pixel Advanced HADTM CCD Video Actual: 340K Pixels per Imager Still Actual: 340K Pixels F: 1.6 ­ 2.4 Focal Distance: 6.0 ­ 72mm 35mm Conversion: 43.2 ­ 518.4mm (Camera Mode) 43.2 ­ 518.4mm (Memory Mode) Filter Diameter: 58mm Optical Zoom: 12X Digital Zoom: 48X Focusing: Full Range Auto/Manual Ring Minimum Illumination: 1 Lux Shutter Speed: 1/4 - 1/10,000 (Manually Adjustable) Viewfinder: Precision Color (180K) LCD: 2.5" (211K) Precision Hybrid Color Accessory Shoe: Yes (Intelligent) Video Input/Output: Yes/ Yes (Phone Jack and S-Video) Audio Input/Output: Yes/Yes (Stereo, Special) i.LINK® DV Interface (IEEE1394): Yes USB Terminal: N/A USB Streaming: N/A Headphone Jack: Yes Mic-Input: Yes White Balance: Auto, Outdoor, Indoor, Hold Exposure: Manual Dial (19 Steps) Power Consumption (VF/LCD/VF+LCD): 4.0W/ 4.7W/ 5.0W Dimensions (WHD): 4 3/4" x 6 3/8" x 15 1/2" (120 x 159 x 393mm) NP-F330 80/60/60 min 85/120 NP-F550 150/130/120 min 185/225 NP-F750 315/265/250 min 375/460 NP-F960 575/480/450 min 680/830 *Results may vary depending upon conditions min min min min MEMORY MODE Memory Stick® Media1 Fine 640 x 480 Standard 640 x 480 8MB 16MB 32MB 64MB 128MB 50 96 195 390 780 120 240 485 980 1970 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES MSA-32A/64A/128A Memory Stick® Media MSA-128S2 Memory Stick® Media with Memory Select Function NPF-750/950 InfoLithium® Batteries ACV-400A AC Adapter/Charger VF-58CPKS Polarizing Filter Kit VCL-HG0758 Wide Angle Conversion Lens VCL-HG1758 Telephoto Conversion Lens RM-VD1 Wired Remote Control VCT-870RM Remote Control Tripod ECM-MSD1 Stereo Microphone Weight: 3 lbs 6 oz (1.5kg) Supplied Accessories: AC-L15 Power Adaptor/ In Camera Charger, NP-F330 InfoLithium® Rechargeable Battery, RMT-811 Wireless Remote Commander® Remote Control, 8MB Memory Stick Media, 2AA Batteries, Stereo A/V Cable, Lens Hood, Shoulder Strap * i.LINK is a trademark of Sony, used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connector. All products with an IEEE1394 connector may not communicate with each other. ©2003 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. Sony, AccuPower, Advanced HAD, Handycam, i.LINK, InfoLithium, Memory Stick (word and logo), Remote Commander, Stamina, SteadyShot, SwivelScreen, and Worry Free are trademarks of Sony. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. Features and specifications subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate. 1 Available storage capacity of Memory Stick media may vary. A portion of the memory is used for data management functions. Sony Electronics Inc. 16765 West Bernardo Drive San Diego, CA 92127 www.sony.com/di