— 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, 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 to indicate that the operation is being carried out.

Types of differences

DCR-

IP210

IP220

Mark on the POWER switch

MEMORY

MEMORY/NETWORK

Network function

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z

z

Provided

 

 

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Not provided

 

 

Note on the MICROMV format

Your camcorder is based on the MICROMV format. You can only use MICROMV cassettes with your camcorder.

•Records and plays back for about 60 minutes with equal quality when compared to DV (digital video).

•The micro Cassette Memory feature is provided with all MICROMV cassettes. Your camcorder can access any scene easily using the memory (MULTI-PICTURE SEARCH function).

•Adopts the MPEG2 format as a data compression method. This format is the same as the one for DVD (digital versatile disc). Record in 12Mbps bit rate to obtain a higher quality of image.

•Transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene is the still image. This is not a malfunction.

The mark is indicated on the MICROMV cassette.

Note on TV color systems

TV color systems differ depending on the country or area. To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV.

Copyright precautions

Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the copyright laws.

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