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One Touch DVD Burn

Computer Application Guide

DCR-SR100/SR90E/ SR100E

Copying/viewing images on a computer Creating a DVD with edited images

Others

Troubleshooting

Cam er Oper a ating

Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.
See Camera Operating Guide for the operation for recording/ viewing of the camcorder.

Guid e

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Read This First

This Computer Application Guide describes the basic operations for connecting the camcorder to a computer by using the software on the supplied CD-ROM. The CDROM includes ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder software. For more details about the software functions, refer to the help in the supplied software. Display : 4MB VRAM video card, Minimum dots, High color (16 bit color, colors). This product will not operate correctly at less than dots, and 256 colors or less. USB port : As standard equipment (USB 2.0 recommended)
The camcorder is compatible with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 standard). You can transfer data at a faster rate using a computer compatible with High-Speed (USB 2.0). When you connect a USB interface not compatible with Hi-Speed USB, the data transfer ratio will be that of USB 1.1 (USB full speed).

System requirements

When using the supplied software, you need the following system requirements below. OS : Windows 2000 Professional (Service Pack 3 or later) /Windows XP Home Edition/Windows XP Professional
Standard installation is required. Operation is not assured if the above OS has been upgraded.
Disc Drive :A DVD writable drive
Operations are not guaranteed on any computers fulfilling the above system requirements.
CPU : Intel Pentium III 800 MHz or faster (Pentium 4 1.7 GHz or faster recommended), or the equivalent CPU Application : DirectX 9.0c or later (This product is based on DirectX technology. It is necessary to have DirectX installed.) Sound system : 16 bit stereo sound card and stereo speakers Memory : For Windows 2000 Professional: 128 MB or more (256 MB or more recommended) For Windows XP Home Edition / Professional Edition: 256 MB or more (512 MB or more recommended) Hard Disk : Available memory required for installation: 300 MB or more Available free hard disk space for operations required: 14 GB or more (for dual layer DVD system, 28 GB or more required)
When copying images to a computer, more available disk space required for saving image data than shown above.
The supplied CD-ROM is not compatible with Macintosh. The functions offered by the software in the supplied CD-ROM, like One Touch DVD Burn, cannot be used on Macintosh.
For inquires about the software
Pixela User Support Center Pixela Home Page ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder: http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/sony/e/ North America (Los Angeles) Telephone: (Toll-Free) +1-800-458-4029 +1-213-341-0163 Europe (U.K.) Telephone: (Toll-Free) UK, Germany, France and Spain: +800-1532-4865 Other countries: +44-1489-564-764 Asia (Philippines) Telephone: +63-2-438-0090
Use a special caution for preventing damages and malfunctions of the camcorder

When connecting your camcorder with the USB cable or other cable, make sure you insert the connector in the correct direction. Do not insert the connector forcibly as it may damage the cable or your camcorder. Do not delete files on the camcorder through the computer, it may cause a malfunction.

On trademarks

Handycam and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder is a trademark of Pixela Corporation. DVD-R, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW logo are trademarks. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator and Dolby Digital Stereo Creator are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/ or other countries. Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries. Pentium is a trademark or registered trademark of Intel Corporation. All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Furthermore, and are not mentioned in each case in this manual.
On screenshots in this Computer Application Guide
The screenshots in this Computer Application Guide are from Windows XP. The scenes may vary depending on the operating system of the computer. On screenshots in this manual, the application for English version is used. When you install the application, you can select other language (p.6).

On copyrights

Music works, sound recording or other third party musical contents you may acquire from CDs, the Internet or other sources (the Music Contents) are the copyrighted work of the respective owners thereof and are protected by copyright laws and other applicable laws of each country/region. Except to the extent expressly permitted by applicable laws, you are not permitted to use (including, without limitation, copying, modifying, reproducing, uploading, transmitting or placing to the external network accessible to the public, transferring, distributing, lending, licensing, selling and publishing) any of the Music Contents without obtaining authorization or approval of the respective owners thereof. License of ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder by Sony Corporation would not be construed as conferring to you by implication, estoppel or otherwise, any license or right to use the Music Contents.

Table of Contents

Read This First... 2 System requirements... 2 For inquires about the software.. 2 What you can do with the camcorder by connecting to your computer. 5

Installing software... 6

Creating a DVD with One Touch... 9 What kinds of DVD can you use?.. 9 Saving images on a DVD with One Touch (One Touch DVD Burn). 9 Removing the USB cable... 11

Copying/viewing images on a computer
Copying images to a computer... 12 Destination of saved images... 12 Copying the last saved diff files (Easy PC Back-up).. 12 Copying selected images... 14 Viewing copied images on a computer... 16 Printing still images.... 17
Creating a DVD with edited images
Editing images... 18 Creating a DVD with selected images.. 20
Saving images in the Playlist to a DVD... 22 Deleting image data from a computer... 24
Troubleshooting... 25 Index... 27
What you can do with the camcorder by connecting to your computer
If you install ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder in the supplied CD-ROM on your computer (p.6), you can operate various functions by connecting the camcorder with your computer.
x DVD creation with One Touch (p.9)
By pressing DVD BURN button of the camcorder, you can save images recorded on the camcorder to a DVD automatically. You can use easy DVD creation.
x Copying and viewing images on the computer (p.12)
You can view images recorded on the camcorder by copying them to your computer. You can print still images on a computer.
x Creating a DVD with edited images (p.18)
You can edit copied movies on a computer. Also, you can create DVD by selecting the copied images on a computer.
Main functions of the supplied software
Other functions are also available other than described below. For details, see the help in the supplied software.
DVD Create a DVD with One Touch
Copy images to a computer.
View copied images on a computer
Create a DVD with selected images

DVD Edit images

,:Image data flow
You can also view the images on the hard disk of the camcorder on the computer.

Installing software

You need to install the software to your Windows computer. The installation is only required once.

4 Click [Install].

1 Confirm that your camcorder is not
connected to the computer.

2 Turn on the computer.

Log on as Administrators for installation. Close all the applications running on the computer before installing the software.
5 Select the language for the
application to be installed, then click [Next].

3 Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in the
disc drive of your computer. The installation screen appears.
If the screen does not appear, follow the steps below.

6 Click [Next].

1 Click [start], then click [My Computer] (If you are using Windows 2000, doubleclick [My Computer] on the desktop.) 2 Double-click [IMAGEMIXER (E:)] (CD-ROM)*
* Drive names (such as (E:) vary depending on the computer.
3 Double-click [install.exe].
7 Read [License Agreement], check
[I accept the terms of the license agreement] when you agree, then click [Next].
10Click [Install] on the [Ready to
Install the Program] screen.
The installation of ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder starts.
8 Select where to save the software,

then click [Next].

11If the [Installing Microsoft (R)
DirectX (R)] screen is displayed, follow the steps below to install DirectX 9.0c. If not, skip to step 12.
1 Read [License Agreement], then click [Next].
9 If your camcorders model name is
the DCR-SR100, select NTSC. If your model name is the DCRSR90E/SR100E, select PAL, then click [Next].

2 Click [Next].

To check the model name of your camcorder, see the cover page of Camera Operating Guide.

Continued ,

Installing software (continued)

3 Click [Finish].

12Make sure [Yes, I want to restart
my computer now.] is checked, then click [Finish].
The computer turns off once, then starts up again automatically (Restart).
When you complete the installation, the shortcut icons for [ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder] and [ImageMixer destination folder] appears on the desktop of your computer.
13Remove the CD-ROM from the
disc drive of your computer.
Creating a DVD with One Touch
You can save images with ease by pressing the DVD BURN button on your camcorder (One Touch DVD Burn function) without any complex operations of your computer.
Images that have not been saved to a DVD with One Touch DVD Burn can automatically be saved. The history of each saved image is recorded according to the user account. If you use a different user account, the image that has already been saved to a DVD is recorded on the DVD again. You can play back the created DVD on a DVD player or other devices. Still images are recorded first on a DVD. When you save images on several DVDs, the still images are recorded on the first DVD. Still images on a DVD created by One Touch DVD Burn function cannot be played back on a DVD player. Play them back on a computer.
DVD compatible with the supplied software DVD types Characteristics
Unrewritable Fairly inexpensive. Mainly used for saving data Compatible with most DVD players Unrewritable Using the dual layer DVD+R system containing more recordable capacity Unrewritable Rewritable and reusable Rewritable and reusable

DVD+R DL

DVD-RW DVD+RW
What kinds of DVD can you use?
The kinds of DVD that you can use for the supplied software are as follows. Available DVDs differ, depending on the computer you use. For details on the DVDs compatible with your computer, refer to the supplied operational manual. Some DVD types may not be able to be played back, depending on the device you have. Refer to the specifications of your playback equipment for additional compatibility information.
Only the 12cm DVD can be used. The 8cm DVD cannot be used. When creating a DVD with One Touch DVD Burn function, there is no operational difference among DVD types except that DVD-RW/DVD+RW are both reusable. When you create a DVD by editing images copied to your computer, some of the operations may differ depending on the DVD type. When saving data on a DVD+RW, the data is recorded in VIDEO format. You cannot add more data on the DVD+RW. Use a DVD produced by a reliable manufacturer. You may not save images correctly when using a low quality DVD.
Saving images on a DVD with One Touch (One Touch DVD Burn)
Among the image data recorded on the hard disk of the camcorder, save the images that have not been stored on a DVD using this operation.
The image data saved on DVD in this operation cannot be saved after the second time. To save images on the DVD after the second time, copy the images to the computer (p.12) to create DVD. The sound quality remains as it is when you save a movie recorded in 5.1ch surround sound on a DVD.
Creating a DVD with One Touch (continued)
If you cannot copy all your image data on a DVD, the image data is automatically saved on more than one DVD. The required number of DVDs is displayed in step 6 on the screen.
6 Connect the camcorder with a
computer using the USB cable.
1 Confirm that the camcorder is not

connected to a computer.

Close all applications running on the computer.
3 Place the recordable DVD to be
saved in the disc drive of your computer.
It is recommended that you use a new recordable DVD. If any software starts on the computer automatically, close it.

DVD creation starts up.

During DVD creation, do not apply vibration. The DVD creation may be terminated. When you insert a burned DVD-RW/ DVD+RW in the disc drive in step 3, a message appears, asking if you want to delete images saved on a DVD. Make sure no other USB devices are connected to your computer. If your computer has a USB keyboard and a USB mouse as standard equipment, leave them connected and connect the camcorder to an available USB jack with the USB cable.
4 Connect your camcorder to the
wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor, then set the POWER switch to turn on.

You can perform this operation, whichever position of the (Movie) / (Still) / (PLAY/EDIT) is lit. For operating the POWER switch, see Camera Operating Guide.
5 Press DVD BURN button of the

camcorder.

[Check the connected device.] appears on the LCD screen of the camcorder.
A Current status of all DVD creation B Current status per DVD C Number of DVD created D Number of DVD required
E Remaining time (approx.)
When you complete creating DVD, it is exited automatically.
When you cannot store all the recordable data on a DVD, follow the on-screen instructions, then insert a new DVD onto the disc drive. The maximum number of recordable movie files is 98 regardless of the amount of data copied to one DVD. When the movie files exceeds 98, the rest of files is saved on a new DVD. It may take more time to create DVD when the movie file is small.
7 Once the completion dialog for
DVD creation appears, click [Close].
You cannot record image data on the hard disk of your computer in this operation. You cannot delete image data on the hard disk of the camcorder in this operation. You cannot edit images on the created DVD with a computer. When you want to edit the images with the computer, copy the images onto the computer (p.12). If DVD creation ends unexpectedly, the last correctly saved file is completed. When you create a DVD with One Touch DVD Burn function next time, the image data not saved on the DVD is the first one to be saved. When the created DVD is played back, the ending of each movie pauses for a few seconds. The images that have been copied on your computer using Easy PC Back-up are also saved on a DVD with One Touch DVD Burn function.

Removing the USB cable

1 Click
([Unplug or eject hardware]) icon on the task tray, then click when Safely Remove USB Mass Storage Device appears.
To create another DVD, click [Create another disc set].
After creating a DVD, check that the DVD can be played back properly on a DVD player or other devices. When you cannot play back the DVD properly, copy the images to the computer by following the steps on page 12. Then save the images on DVD by referring to Creating a DVD with edited images (p.18). If you check that the DVD can be played back properly, It is recommended that you delete the image data from the camcorder using the functions on the camcorder by following the steps in Camera Operating Guide. In this way, you can increase the free hard disk space of your camcorder. To copy a created DVD, use the DVD creation software installed on your computer. You cannot copy created DVDs with the supplied software.

[Safe to Remove Hardware] appears.
2 Remove the USB cable from the
camcorder and the computer.
Do not remove the USB cable while the ACCESS lamp is lit. Make sure to remove the USB cable before turning off your camcorder.
3 Touch [END] on the LCD screen of

the camcorder.

Copying images to a computer
You can view and edit images copied from the camcorder to your computer. Also, you can create a DVD with the copied materials. You can choose either way to copy images as follows. Copying the last saved diff files (Easy PC Back-up) (p.12):
Images that have not been copied to a computer can automatically be copied to your computer.
Folder names created by Easy PC Backup
Each time you copy images, a new folder is created. Each folder name becomes YY_MM_DD (copy date) + Number of copies (sub-numbers).
Example: If you copied images on March 1, 2006: First Copy '06_03_01_01 Second Copy '06_03_01_02 Third Copy '06_03_01_03
Copying selected images (p.14):
You can select the desired images and copy them to your computer.
Folder names created by copying the selected images
Each day you copy images, a new folder is created. Each folder name becomes YY_MM_DD (Copy date) + 00. When you copy images a few times on the same day, new files are added on the folder created on that day.
Example: If you copied images on March 1, 2006: '06_03_01_00 If a file name in a folder created on the same day, and if a new file happens to have the same name, sub-numbers are added on the new file.
Destination of saved images
Images are saved in a new created folder under [ImageMixer3] folder in [My Pictures].
Copying the last saved diff files (Easy PC Back-up)
A Folders for saving images
Movies and still images are saved on the same folder. On the file names of image data, see Camera Operating Guide. You can change the destination folders to copy your images (p.13, 15). On the file/folder order in the hard disk of the camcorder, see Camera Operating Guide.
3 Connect your camcorder to the
wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor, then turn on.
6 Click [Easy PC Back-up] on the

screen of the computer.

4 Connect the camcorder with a
computer using the USB cable. [USB SELECT] appears on the LCD screen of the camcorder.

USB SELECT

The setting screen appears.
7 Apply the settings for copying
images, then click [Start importing].
DVD BURN PictBridge PRINT
For connecting with the USB cable, see page 10. Connect the USB cable from your camcorder to the USB jack on the computer and make sure no other USB devices are connected. If your computer has a USB keyboard and USB mouse as standard equipment, have them connected and connect them to a camcorder to an available USB jack with the USB cable.

5 Touch [

AImages to be copied Select if you want to copy movies and still images individually. In the default setting, both the movies and still images are set to be copied. BDestination folder Displays the destination folders. To change the destination, click [Browse], then select the desired folder. Each time you copy images to the folder displayed on the screen, a new folder containing the copied images is created under the folder (p.12).
HDD] on the LCD screen of the camcorder. ImageMixer Menu appears on the screen of the computer.
If the screen other than the ImageMixer Menu appears, close the screen.
Copying images to a computer (continued)
Images that have not been copied to a computer are automatically copied to your computer.
If the operation ends unexpectedly, including an indication of insufficient free hard disk space, the last correctly copied file is saved. When you restart the operation, the next image data will be copied.

Copying selected images

You can copy selected images to your computer.
While copying images, do not apply vibration on the camcorder. The copying may be terminated.
8 Once the completion dialog for
copy appears, click [OK]. The copied images are displayed.
See page 11 to remove your camcorder from the computer.
The images that have been saved on a DVD using One Touch DVD Burn function are also copied to the computer with Easy PC Back-up. The history of each saved image is recorded according to the user account. If you use a different user account, the image that has already been imported is copied to the computer again. Data copy is cancelled when the free hard disk space of the computer becomes less than 500 MB. In this case, increase free hard disk space by deleting some of the unnecessary files, then perform Easy PC Back-up again.
For connecting with the USB cable, see page 10. Connect the USB cable from your camcorder to the USB jack on the computer and make sure no other USB devices are connected.
If your computer has a USB keyboard and a USB mouse as standard equipment, leave them connected and connect the camcorder to an available USB jack with the USB cable.
8 To copy movies, click [Movies], or
to copy still images, click [Still Images].
If the screen other than the ImageMixer Menu appears, close the screen. During the operation, do not apply vibration on the camcorder. The operation may be terminated.
6 Click [Viewing and Editing] on the
If the message about Hi-Speed USB appears, click [OK]. Then select [Preview directly from the Hard Disk Drive Handycam] on the displayed Option screen and click [OK].
9 Click the images you want to copy.
The selected images on which you have clicked are marked with. Mark all the desired images with.

Browser starts up.

7 Click [Handycam] tab.
You can also click the checkbox on the preview screen. You can select both the movies and still images at the same time. To change the destination, click [Options], then select the desired folder. You can view images on the hard disk of the camcorder.

10Click [

Copy to computer].
The selected images are copied to the hard disk of your computer.
Viewing copied images on a computer
You can view images copied to your computer.
4 Click the folder containing the

desired image.

1 Double-click
[ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder] on the desktop. ImageMixer Menu appears.
You can also start up ImageMixer Menu by clicking [start] t [All Programs] t [PIXELA] t [ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder] t [ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder].
2 Click [Viewing and Editing].
When you right-click the thumbnail, you can view the information of the movie or still image.
5 Double-click the desired image.
The preview screen appears. Movie Browser starts up.
3 Click the [Computer] tab.
You can play, stop, and pause using the buttons at the top of the screen.
Depending on the computer you use, the played back image or sound may stop temporarily.

Still image

You can print and expand images using the buttons at the top of the screen.
For data compatible with Exif, click (Exif) to display the recording conditions such as shutter speed, exposure, aperture, etc.

Printing still images

Click (Print) in step 5.

Editing images

You can delete unnecessary scenes from a movie copied to your computer.
The sound quality remains as it is when you edit a movie recorded in 5.1ch surround sound.
5 Click the folder including the movie

you want to edit.

1 Turn on the computer. 2 Double-click
6 Double-click the movie you want to
edit. The preview screen appears.
3 Click [Viewing and Editing].

7 Click [

Edit].
ImageMixer MPEG Cutter starts up.
4 Click the [Computer] tab.
8 Check [Cut the specified range].
11Display the last frame of the
scene to delete on the center frame by clicking or , then drag and drop the frame to [END].
9 Search the scene you want to

delete by clicking or.

12Click [Cut].
10Drag and drop the first frame of
the scene you want to delete to [Start].
When you want to delete more of the frames, repeat the steps from step 9 to step 12.

13Click [Compile].

The new file except for deleted scenes are created on the computer.
The image data selected as editing materials is saved on the computer.
14When [Save as] appears on the
screen, specify the destination and file name, then click [Save].
For details, refer to the help in ImageMixer MPEG Cutter.
Creating a DVD with selected images
You can create a DVD with an index menu by putting images on your computer as materials. You can also use edited images (p.18) on the computer as DVD materials.
For available DVD types, see page 9. The sound quality remains as it is when you save a movie recorded in 5.1ch surround sound on a DVD.
5 Click the [Computer] tab, then click
the folder including the image you want to save on a DVD.

1 Turn on the computer.

2 Place the recordable DVD on the
It is recommended that you use a new recordable DVD. Close the software, if it has started on the computer automatically.
6 Click the desired image to save on
a DVD. The selected material is marked with. Mark all the desired materials with.

3 Double click

Burn DVD].
4 Click [Viewing and Editing].
[Project Settings] screen appears.
By clicking [Options], you can change the settings for the DVD Drive, Writing speed, or Temporary folder. You do not need to change the setting unless necessary.

8 Click [OK].

11Once the completion dialog for
DVD creation appears, click [No].
To create another DVD, click [Yes].
ImageMixer3 DVD Authoring starts up.

9 Click [

Write] tab t [Write] on the ImageMixer3 DVD Authoring screen.
[Write settings] screen appears.

10Click [OK].

When you insert a burned DVD-RW/ DVD+RW in the disc drive in step 2, a message appears, asking if you want to delete images saved on a DVD. The maximum number of recordable movie files is 98. DVD menus can be edited. For details, see the help in the supplied software.
After creating a DVD, check that the DVD can be played back properly on a DVD player or other devices. If you check that the DVD can be played back, it is recommended that you delete the image data from the camcorder by following the steps in Camera Operating Guide. In this way, you can increase the free hard disk space of your camcorder. To copy a created DVD, use the DVD creation software installed on your computer. You cannot copy created DVDs with the supplied software. You cannot edit images on a created DVD with a computer. When you save still images on a DVD, the still images convert a Photomovie to a DVD automatically. In this way, you can view still images on a DVD player. Photomovie 1 Glossary in Camera Operating Guide
Saving images in the Playlist to a DVD
You can save images in a Playlist on the camcorder to a DVD.
For creating a Playlist, refer to Camera Operating Guide.

An error message appears when you place the supplied CD-ROM in your computer.
Set the computer display as follows:
dots or more, High Color (16 bits, colors) or more.
You cannot use the supplied software on a Macintosh computer.
The supplied software ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder is not compatible with a Macintosh computer.
[Cannot start Easy Handycam.] or [Cannot cancel Easy Handycam.] appears on the screen of your camcorder.
You cannot start or cancel the Easy Handycam operation while the USB cable is connected. Remove the USB cable from your camcorder first (p.11). Then touch [END] on the LCD screen of your camcorder.
You cannot view images recorded on your camcorder through your computer.
Remove the cable from the computer and camcorder, then connect it again firmly. Remove the USB device other than the keyboard, mouse, and camcorder from the computer. Touch [ HDD], when [USB SELECT] appears on the camcorder.
You cannot copy image data from your camcorder to a computer.
Set [USB SPEED] to [FULL SPEED] in setup item (see Camera Operating Guide).
Troubleshooting (continued)
The image or sound on your camcorder cannot be played back correctly.
When you connect your camcorder to a computer not compatible with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0), it may not be able to be played back correctly. However, it does not affect the images or sounds copied to your computer. When you set [USB SPEED] to [FULL SPEED] (see Camera Operating Guide), it may not be able to be played back correctly. However, it does not affect the images or sounds copied to your computer. Depending on the computer you use, the played back image or sound may stop temporarily, but this does not affect the images or sound copied to your computer.
ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder does not function correctly.
Close ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder, then restart the computer.
An error message appears while operating ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder.
Close ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder first, then slide the POWER switch on your camcorder to turn on another lamp.
The actual display and message look different on your computer.
The actual display and message may look different.
The extension of a file is not displayed on your computer.
To display the extension, follow the steps below.
1 Click [Tool] in the window folder t [Folder option.] t [View] tab. 2 Remove the check mark from the [Hide file extensions for known file types] under Advanced Settings. 3 Click [OK].

If you press the DVD BURN button on the camcorder, the software on the computer does not run.
After appears in the task tray on the screen of your computer, press DVD BURN again.
While performing Easy PC Back-up, [Short of free space in importing computer.] is displayed on the computer screen.
Delete unnecessary files from your computer to provide free hard disk space (p.24).
You cannot change the lit status of the power lamps on the camcorder.
When using the USB connection, you cannot change the lit status of the power lamps on the camcorder. Cancel the USB connection.
AC Adaptor.10, 13, 14, 22
ImageMixer Menu.13, 15, 16, 18, 20, 22 ImageMixer MPEG Cutter.18 ImageMixer3 DVD Authoring.21, 22 Inquire.2 Install..6

View.. 16

Browser..16
Windows 2000.. 2 Windows XP. 2
CD-ROM.2, 5, 6 Computer.5, 12, 16, 24 System requirements.2 Copy..12, 14 CPU..2
Macintosh.2 Memory..2 My Computer..6 My Pictures..24
Delete.24 Destination Folder..12, 15 DirectX..2 Disc drive..2, 6, 10, 20, 22 Display.2 DVD..9 DVD BURN button.10 DVD type..9 DVD+R..9 DVD+R DL..9 DVD+RW.9 DVD-R.9 DVD-RW..9
One Touch DVD Burn.9 OS..2
Pixela User Support Center.2 Playlist..22 Preview..16, 18 Print..17
Removing the USB cable..11
Easy PC Back-up.12 Edit..18 Extension..26
Software..6 Sound card..2 System requirement.2

Folder.12

Task tray.11
Hard Disk..2 HDD.13, 15, 22 Hi-Speed USB.2
USB cable..10, 11, 13, 14, 22 USB jack.10 USB SELECT.13, 14, 22

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Sonys First Hard Disk Drive Handycam Captures Superb Video with Surround Sound 30GB HDD Handycam offers breathtaking home theater experience with Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator Hong Kong, March 1, 2006 Sony Corporation of Hong Kong Limited today announced the launch of its first Hard Disk Drive Handycam (HDD Handycam), the DCR-SR100/E. In addition to featuring outstanding video shooting capability, Sonys DCR-SR100/E is currently the only hard disk drive camcorder in the market with the capability to record Dolby Digital 5.1 channel surround sound, delivering dramatic audio and video playback by picking up distinctive surround sound within the camcorder and around the object with an optional wireless Bluetooth microphone (ECM-HW1). The 1/Mega Pixels CCD with Primary Colour filter and high-quality Carl Zeiss Vario Sonnar T* lens system maximizes high colour and light sensitivity for the sharpest capture of objects in action. Sharing the excellent quality movies and images recorded on the DCR-SR100/E with friends and family is easier than ever before with its one-touch DVD burn button. Sony is pleased to offer customers the option of a hard disk drive camcorder on top of our current wide range of Handycam models. The new DCR-SR100/E delivers higher video shooting capacity with the built-in 30GB hard disk storage. The new Handycam has integrated the strengths of its high-end camcorder features and Dolby Digital 5.1channel surround sound ability to provide extended shooting use for the ultimate video shooting and playback experience that is as close as possible to the original scene in both image and sound quality, said Mr. Mr. Kunihiko Kawakita, Division Managing Director of Hong Kong Marketing Company, Sony Corporation of Hong Kong Limited. Dolby Digital 5.1Channel Surround Sound The DCR-SR100/E is the first hard disk drive camcorder with a built-in microphone for recording in Dolby Digital 5.1 channel Surround Sound. It features an optional wireless Bluetooth microphone that can be attached to the object without restricting sounds from the camcorder. This enables sounds to be captured from all directions and playback on home theatre systems with 5.1 channel Surround Sound capability for a realistic viewing experience. 1/Mega Pixel Primary Colour CCD The 1/3 indicates the screen size of the wide view of the pictures captured. The 3 Mega Pixels refers to 2.05 Mega Pixels for video and 3 Mega Pixels for digital still images. The Primary Colour CCD filters elementary colours such as red, green and blue from the colour signals of the transmitted light to create accurate colours on both videos and digital still images. 3GTM Sensor with Video Stream Buffering System Sony has incorporated a safety feature to protect data stored on the hard disk. When the 3G sensor in the device detects a fast direction from the pull of gravity, it repositions the hard disk to protect against cracks and shock. The DCR-SR100/E is also capable of buffering memory to protect the data from loss or corruption by suspending its current activities when the HDD is being interrupted. The buffered stream is then restored when the HDD is recovered.
Cutting Edge Advantages In addition to offering all the benefits of video shooting with a 30GB hard disk drive camcorder, the DCR-SR100/E uses minimal energy (a low 4.2W) for a longer lasting video shooting experience. Users can record up to seven hours of DVD movie-quality video or more than 21 hours in long play mode. The DCR-SR100/E also features a 3G SensorTM with Video Stream Buffering system to protect the hard disk and safeguard internal mechanisms to help prevent data loss. Users can also enjoy the camcorder's 3 mega pixel still capture capability in 16:9 and 4:3 aspect ratios, built-in flash and wide 2.7-inch SwivelScreen LCD display. Easy Post Production The compact DCR-SR100/E provides users with convenient ways to save their precious memories and seamless PC connectivity. The one-touch DVD burn button transfers videos automatically onto DVD via high-speed transfer to a PC. Easy PC-backup activates automatic backup when difference is detected between PC & HDD Camcorder. The bundled software provides users the option to edit videos, organise DVD titles and select videos to be copied onto the DVD manually. All of these features are managed through one user-friendly interface. Pre-registration is open to customers from March 6 to March 22, 2006. Customers are entitled to join a lucky draw to win a digital photo printer (DPP-FP50). Pre-ordering of the DCR-SR100/E runs from March 23 to April 13, 2006. Customers who place orders will receive the accessory kit ACC-FP71 (worth HK$650) for free. In addition, a range of special offer packages are available during the pre-order period. For details, please visit Sonys Web site at www.sony.com.hk. Sonys first HDD Handycam DCR-SR100/E is available in mid of April at suggested retail price of HK$8,980.

Specifications of Sonys Hard Disk Drive Handycam camcorder DCR-SR100/E are as below:
Model Format HDD Capacity Video Signal Image Device
Mega Pixel Engine LCD Monitor Lens Zoom 16:9 Widescreen Recording (Movie/ Still) USB Terminal Viewfinder 5.1 channel Surround Sound Wide Select Button Start/ Stop & Zoom Buttons on LCD Frame Steady Shot Night Mode Minimum Illumination (Night mode) Other Features
DCR-SR100/E HDD 30GB NTSC/ PAL 1/3 Advanced HAD CCD Gross: 3.31 Mega Pixels 16:9 Movie (effective): 2,057,300 Pixels 4:3 Picture (effective): 3,048,000 Pixels Yes 2.7 Wide Hybrid LCD (123K) Touch Panel with Active Menu Carl Zeiss Vario Sonnar T* Optical: 10x Digital: 120x Yes (High quality) Mini-B/ USB 2.0 Hi-Speed 123k Colour View Finder Yes Yes Yes Super SteadyShot Super NightShot 5 Lux (0 Lux) Active Interface Shoe Colour Slow Shutter Personal Menu Easy Handycam Mode Program AE Manual Focus (Touch Panel) Spot Focus (Touch Panel) Exposure Control (Touch Panel, 24 Steps) Digital Effects Picture Effects Fader (Touch Panel) Multi-Language support HQ (440 min) SP (650 min) LP (1250 min) 30 GB Hard Disk Drive 640 x 480 (1 Mega Pixels): 9,999 shots 2,016 x 1,512 (3 Mega Pixels): 9,999 shots
Max. HDD Recording Capacity
Still Image Recording Mode (Approx. no. of shots)

Supplied Accessories

Dimensions (W x H x D) Net Weight
AC Adaptor (AC-L200) InfoLithium Battery (NP-FP60) Wireless Remote Commander (RMT-835) AV Cable Clock Lithium (Installed) Lithium Battery (CR 205) Image Editing Software - ImageMixer for HDD Handycam (CD-ROM) 82 x 69 x 149mm 535g
# Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.