Sony DSR-1800, DSR-1800P User Manual

3-204-675-61(1)

Digital

Videocassette

Recorder

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

Note

The supplied CD-ROM includes Operating Instructions

for the DSR-series Digital Video Cassette Recorder or Player (English, Japanese, French, German, Italian and Spanish (DSR-1500A only) versions).

For more details, see “Using the CD-ROM Manual” on page 12.

DSR-1800/1800P

© 2000 Sony Corporation

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located at the rear. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No.

Serial No.

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.

CAUTION

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquid, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING: THIS WARNING IS APPLICABLE FOR USA ONLY.

Using this unit at a voltage other than 120 V may require the use of a different line cord or attachment plug, or both. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

For customers in the USA (DSR-1800 only)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

The shielded interface cable recommended in this manual must be used with this equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

Important Safety Instructions

•Read these instructions.

•Keep these instructions.

•Heed all warnings.

•Follow all instructions.

•Do not use this apparatus near water.

•Clean only with dry cloth.

•Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

•Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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•Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding

prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug dose not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

•Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

•Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

•Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.

When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

•Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

•Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Caution

Television programs, films, video tapes and other materials may be copyrighted.

Unauthorized recording of such material may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws.

For customers in Europe (DSR-1800P only)

This product with the CE marking complies with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.

Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European standards:

•EN60065: Product Safety

•EN55103-1: Electromagnetic Interference (Emission)

•EN55103-2: Electromagnetic Susceptibility (Immunity) This product is intended for use in the following Electromagnetic Environment(s):

E1 (residential), E2 (commercial and light industrial), E3 (urban outdoors) and E4 (controlled EMC environment, ex. TV studio).

Voor de Klanten in Nederland

•Dit apparaat bevat een vast ingebouwde batterij die niet vervangen hoeft te worden tijdens de levensduur van het apparaat.

•Raadpleeg uw leverancier indien de batterij toch vervangen moet worden.

•De batterij mag alleen vervangen worden door vakbekwaam servicepersoneel.

•Gooi de batterij niet weg maar lever deze in als klein chemisch afval (KCA).

•Lever het apparaat aan het einde van de levensduur in voor recycling, de batterij zal dan op correcte wijze verwerkt worden.

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AVERTISSEMENT

Afin d’éviter tout risque d’incendie ou d’électrocution, ne pas exposer l’appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité.

Afin d’écarter tout risque d’électrocution, garder le coffret fermé. Ne confier l’entretien de l’appareil qu’à un personnel qualifié.

CET APPAREIL DOIT Ê TRE RELIÉ À LA TERRE.

Attention

Eviter d’exposer l’appareil à un égouttement ou à des éclaboussures et ne placer aucun objet rempli de liquide, comme un vase, sur l’appareil.

Cet appareil n’est pas déconnecté de la source d’alimentation secteur tant qu’il est raccordé à la prise murale, même si l’appareil lui-même a été mis hors tension.

Des programmes de télévision, films, bandes vidéo et autres peuvent être protégés par des droits d’auteur. L’enregistrement non autorisé de tels matériaux risque de constituer une violation de ces droits d’auteur.

Pour les clients européens (DSR-1800P seulement)

Ce produit portant la marque CE est conforme à la fois à la Directive sur la compatibilité électromagnétique (EMC) (89/336/CEE) et à la Directive sur les basses tensions (73/23/CEE) émises par la Commission de la Communauté européenne.

La conformité à ces directives implique la conformité aux normes européennes suivantes:

•EN60065: Sécurité des produits

•EN55103-1: Interférences électromagnétiques (émission)

•EN55103-2: Sensibilité électromagnétique (immunité) Ce produit est prévu pour être utilisé dans les environnements électromagnétiques suivants:

E1 (résidentiel), E2 (commercial et industrie légère),

E3 (urbain extérieur) et E4 (environnement EMC contrôlé ex. studio de télévision).

VORSICHT

Um Feuergefahr und die Gefahr eines elektrischen Schlages zu vermeiden, darf das Gerät weder Regen noch Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt werden.

Um einen elektrischen Schlag zu vermeiden, darf das Gehäuse nicht geöffnet werden. Ü berlassen Sie Wartungsarbeiten stets nur qualifiziertem Fachpersonal.

DIESES GERÄ T MUSS GEERDET WERDEN.

Achtung

Das Gerät ist nicht tropfund spritzwassersicher, daher dürfen keine mit Flüssigkeiten gefüllten Gegenstände, z. B. Vasen, darauf abgestellt werden.

Solange das Netzkabel an eine Netzsteckdose angeschlossen ist, bleibt das Gerät auch im ausgeschalteten Zustand mit dem Stromnetz verbunden.

Fü r Kunden in Europa (Nur DSR-1800P)

Dieses Produkt besitzt die CE-Kennzeichnung und erfüllt sowohl die EMV-Direktive (89/336/EEC) als auch die Direktive Niederspannung (73/23/EEC) der EG-Kommission.

Die Erfüllung dieser Direktiven bedeutet Konformität für die folgenden Europäischen Normen:

•EN60065: Produktsicherheit

•EN55103-1: Elektromagnetische Interferenz (Emission)

•EN55103-2: Elektromagnetische Empfindlichkeit (Immunität)

Dieses Produkt ist für den Einsatz unter folgenden elektromagnetischen Bedingungen ausgelegt:

E1 (Wohnbereich), E2 (kommerzieller und in beschränktem Maße industrieller Bereich), E3 (Stadtbereich im Freien) und E4 (kontrollierter EMV-Bereich, z.B. Fernsehstudio).

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1.Für Ihren privat genutzten Videorecoder muß eine Fernseh-Rundfunk-Genehmigung beantragt werden, sofern nicht bereits eine Genehmigung für ein Fernsehgerät desselben Haushaltes vorliegt. Im geschäftlichen Bereich ist jeder einzelne Videorecorder anmeldeund gebührenpflichtig. (Auskunft ggf. bei der GEZ oder den Rundfunkanstalten.)

2.Im privaten Bereich ist die Aufzeichnung von urheberrechtlich geschützten Werken auf Bildund Tonträger gestattet. Die entsprechenden Urheber-Vergütungen sind im Kaufpreis des Gerätes enthalten. Ö ffentliche Wiedergabe oder Verbreitung von mitgeschnittenen Fernsehsendungen ist ohne Erlaubnis nicht zulässig, verpflichtet zu Schadenersatz und ist gegebenenfalls strafbar.

3.Im Rahmen der Regelung des §47 des Urheberrechtsgesetzes sind Aufzeichnungen von Schulfernsehprogrammen gestattet. Mitschnitte von Schulfunksendungen dürfen jedoch nur für den Unterricht verwendet werden und sind spätestens am Ende des laufenden Schuljahres zu löschen.

ATTENZIONE

Per evitare il pericolo di incendi o scosse elettriche, non esporre l’apparecchio alla pioggia o all’umidità.

Per evitare scosse elettriche, non aprire l’apparecchio. Per le riparazioni, rivolgersi solo a personale qualificato.

QUESTO APPARECCHIO DEVE ESSERE MESSO A TERRA.

Attenzione

L’apparecchio non deve essere esposto a gocciolamenti o spruzzi. Non collocare sull’apparecchio oggetti contenenti liquidi, come ad esempio vasi di fiori.

L’apparecchio non è scollegato dalla fonte di alimentazione CA (corrente di rete) fintanto che è collegato ad una presa di corrente, anche se l’apparecchio stesso è stato spento.

Programmi televisivi, film, videonastri e altro materiale possono essere tutelati dai diritti d’autore. Registrazioni non autorizzate di tali materiali possono infrangere la legge sui diritti d’autore.

Per i clienti in Europa (DSR-1800P soltanto)

Questo prodotto recante il marchio CE è conforme sia alla direttiva sulla compatibilità elettromagnetica (EMC) (89/336/CEE) che alla direttiva sulle basse tensioni (73/23/CEE) emesse dalla Commissione della Comunità Europea.

La conformità a queste direttive implica la conformità alle seguenti normative europee:

•EN60065: Sicurezza dei prodotti

•EN55103-1: Interferenza elettromagnetica (Emissione)

•EN55103-2: Sensibilità ai disturbi elettromagnetici

(Immunità)

Questo prodotto è destinato all’uso nei seguenti ambienti elettromagnetici:

E1 (residenziali), E2 (commerciali e industriali leggeri),

E3 (esterni urbani) e E4 (ambienti EMC controllati, ad esempio studi televisivi).

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Overview

Features........................................................................	9
DVCAM Format .............................................................	9
A Wealth of Interfaces ..................................................	10
Facilities for High-Efficiency Editing...........................	10
Other Features ...............................................................	11
Optional Accessories.....................................................	11
Using the CD-ROM Manual .......................................	12
CD-ROM System Requirements...................................	12
Preparations...................................................................	12
To Read the CD-ROM Manual .....................................	12
Location and Function of Parts................................	13
Front Panel ....................................................................	13
Rear Panel .....................................................................	21

Chapter 2 Recording and Playback

Usable Cassettes.......................................................	27
Inserting and Ejecting Cassettes ...................................	29
Recording ...................................................................	31
Settings for Recording ..................................................	31
Recording Procedure.....................................................	34
Playback .....................................................................	37
Settings for Playback ....................................................	37
Playback Procedure.......................................................	38
Repeat Playback—Automatic Cyclical Playback .........	40
Setting Points A and B for Repeat Playback.................	40
Cuing Up to Any Desired Position Set as Point A or B 45

Chapter 3 Convenient Functions for Editing Operation

Setting the Time Data ................................................	47
Displaying Time Data and Operation Mode Indications ..
47
Using the Internal Time Code Generator ......................	49
Synchronizing Internal and External Time Codes ........	51
Rerecording the Time Code—TC Insert Function........	51
High-Speed and Low-Speed Search—Quickly and
Accurately Determining Editing Points ............	54
Search Operations via External Equipment ..................	54
Search Operations on This Unit ....................................	55

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Digitally Dubbing Signals in DVCAM Format..........

56

Chapter 4 Menu Settings

Menu Organization ....................................................	59
Menu Contents...........................................................	62
Setup Menu ...................................................................	62
Auto Mode (AUTO FUNCTION) Execution Menu .....	75
Changing Menu Settings ..........................................	76
Buttons Used to Change Settings..................................	76
Changing the Settings of Basic Items ...........................	76
Displaying Enhanced Items ..........................................	78
Changing the Settings of Enhanced Items ....................	78
Returning Menu Settings to Their Factory Default
Settings ................................................................	79
Displaying Supplementary Status Information.......	80

Chapter 5 Connections and Settings

Connections for a Digital Non-Linear Editing System

83
Connections for a Cut Editing System ....................	85
Connections for an A/B Roll Editing System ..........	86
Connections for SDTI (QSDI) Dubbing ....................	92
Connections for Analog Recording .........................	93
Adjusting the Sync and Subcarrier Phases ............	94

Chapter 6 Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Maintenance ...............................................................	97
Condensation.................................................................	97
Regular Checks .............................................................	97
Head Cleaning...............................................................	99
Troubleshooting ......................................................	100
Error Messages............................................................	102
Alarm Messages ..........................................................	102
Appendixes
Precautions ..............................................................	105
Specifications ..........................................................	106
ClipLink Guide .........................................................	110
What Is ClipLink? .......................................................	110
Example System Configuration and Operation Flow . 111
Data Generated When Shooting..................................	112
Glossary ...................................................................	115
Index .........................................................................	117

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Overview Chapter 1

Features

The DSR-1800/1800P is a 1/4-inch digital video cassette recorder using the DVCAM digital recording format. It achieves stable, superb picture quality by digitally processing video signals separated into color difference signals and luminance signals (component method).

The unit is equipped with a variety of functions needed for videocassette recorders and players used in professional digital video editing systems. It supports the ClipLinkTM function developed by Sony Corporation for highly efficient video editing. When connected to a Sony EditStationTM, the unit serves as part of a powerful nonlinear editing system*.

The unit is also equipped with a full-fledged analog interface to support hybrid systems that combine conventional analog equipment with digital equipment.

*Non-linear editing: This is an editing method that uses video and audio signals digitally encoded and recorded on a hard disk as digital data. When compared with conventional (linear) editing methods, non-linear editing offers vastly improved efficiency in editing operations, for example, by eliminating tape transport time.

The main features of the unit are described in the following.

DVCAM Format

DVCAM is based on the consumer DV format, which uses the 4:1:1 component digital format, and provides a 1/4-inch digital recording format for professional use.

High picture quality, high stability

Video signals are separated into color difference signals and luminance signals, which are encoded and compressed to one-fifth size before being recorded to ensure stable and superb picture quality.

Because the recording is digital, multi-generation dubbing can be performed with virtually no deterioration of quality.

Wide track pitch

The recording track pitch is 15 µm, fully 50 percent wider than the 10-µm track pitch of the DV format. Thanks to this feature, the DVCAM format sufficiently meets the reliability and precision requirements of professional editing.

High-quality PCM digital audio

PCM recording makes for a wide dynamic range and a high signal-to-noise ratio, thereby enhancing sound quality.

There are two recording modes: 2-channel mode (48-kHz sampling and 16-bit quantization), which offers sound quality equivalent to the DAT (Digital Audio Tape) format, or 4-channel mode (32-kHz sampling and 12-bit quantization).

Playback compatibility with DV and DVCPRO formats

A DV cassette recorded on a DV format VCR as well as a DVCPRO (25M) format recorded cassette can be played back on this unit.

Note

When playing back a tape recorded in DVCPRO (25M) format, the SDTI and i.LINK outputs (see “Digital interfaces” on page 10) of this unit are muted. Furthermore, it is not possible to play back the cue-audio track of the tape.

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Support for three cassette sizes

There are two sizes of DVCAM cassette: standard and mini. You can use either size with this unit.

The unit also accepts L and M sizes of DVCPRO cassette.

•When a cassette is inserted, the reel mechanism of the unit automatically adjusts to the size of the inserted cassette.

•The capacity of a standard cassette is 184 minutes of recording/playback, and that of a mini cassette is 40 minutes.

A Wealth of Interfaces

Digital interfaces

The following optional digital interfaces are available for use with the unit.

SDTI (QSDI)* (optional DSBK-1802 SDTI (QSDI) Input/Output Board): When the unit is fitted with the optional DSBK-1802 board, SDTI (QSDI)-format video, audio and time code signals can be transferred between the unit and the Sony EditStation at normal speed. When this unit is connected to another DVCAM VCR, it is possible to copy compressed signals between the two VCRs.

SDI (serial digital interface)/AES/EBU (optional DSBK-1801 SDI/AES/EBU Input/Output Board):

When the unit is fitted with the optional DSBK-1801 board, it can input and output D1 (component) format digital video and audio signals and also AES/EBUformat digital audio signals.

i.LINK (DV)** (optional DSBK-1803 i.LINK/DV Input/Output Board): When the unit is fitted with the optional DSBK-1803 board (i.LINK compatible), it can input and output digital video and audio signals in DV format.

*SDTI is the name of a standard interface established as SMPTE 305M. QSDI is a type of SDTI. This unit uses SDTI to transmit DV data, and the input/output connectors are labeled “SDTI (QSDI).”

**i.LINK and are trademarks and indicate that this product is in agreement with IEEE1394-1995 specifications and their revisions.

Analog interfaces

The unit also comes with analog interfaces enabling it to be connected to analog video and audio equipment.

Analog video: These interfaces include a component interface, composite interface, and S-video interface.

Analog audio: Four channels each of input and output are provided. It is also possible to connect a microphone to the unit.

Facilities for High-Efficiency Editing

The unit provides an abundance of functions that enhance editing efficiency and precision.

Cross-fade editing

For audio editing, you can select from cut-in editing, fade- in/fade-out editing, and cross-fade editing.

Support for ClipLink function

In response to commands sent from the EditStation, index pictures recorded on tape or ClipLink log data recorded in the cassette memory can be transferred to the EditStation. The EditStation operator can then efficiently use these pictures and data in a preliminary editing session.

For an overview of the ClipLink function, see the appendix “ClipLink Guide” (page 110).

Internal time code generator and reader

An internal time code generator and reader enables time code compliant with SMPTE (for DSR-1800)/EBU (DSR1800P) format to be recorded and played back. This allows editing to single frame precision.

Outputting or inputting time code (LTC) to or from an external device is also possible using the TIME CODE IN/ OUT connectors.

The unit is also compatible with VITC.

Remote control

The unit can be operated by remote control from an editing control unit that supports the RS-422A interface or from an optional SIRCS*-compatible remote control unit such as the DSRM-10.

*SIRCS (Sony Integrated Remote Control System): A command protocol to remote control Sony professional videocassette recorders/players.

Playback control using search dial

The search dial on the front panel of the unit allows you to carry out playback operation in jog or shuttle mode without requiring an external editing control unit or remote control unit to be connected to the unit.

High-speed search function

The unit has a picture search function that allows you to view color picture at playback speeds up to 85 times normal speed in forward and reverse directions.

When remote-controlling this unit in shuttle mode from an editing control unit or a remote control unit, you can search at any speed in the range 0 (still) to 60 times normal speed in both directions. You can also search frame-by-frame in jog mode.

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At search speeds up to 10 times normal speed in both directions, you can also hear playback audio.

Digital slow-motion playback

Using the frame memory function, the unit can show noise-free slow-motion playback at speeds ranging from 0 to 1/2 times normal speed in both directions.

Digital jog sound function

When searching at speeds in the range +1 to +1/30 or − 1/30 to − 1* times normal speed, the digital jog sound

function is enabled. The audio signal is saved in temporary memory, and replayed according to the search speed. This allows searching on the sound track.

*The positive direction refers to forward movement of the tape, and the negative direction to reverse movement.

Video process control

For analog video output and SDI-format video output, you can adjust the video output level, chroma signal output level, setup level (for DSR-1800), black level (for DSR1800P), and chroma phase.

Other Features

Menu system for functionality and operation settings

The unit provides a menu system to make its various functions easier to use and set up its operation conditions.

Superimposition function

Time code values, operation mode indications, error messages, and other text data can be superimposed and output in analog composite video signals.

Easy maintenance functions

Self-diagnostic/alarm function: This function automatically detects setup and connection errors, operation faults, and other problems. It also displays a description of the problem, its cause, and the recommended response on the video monitor screen or time counter display.

Digital hours meter: The digital hours meter functions include four kinds of tally operations for operating hours, head drum usage hours, tape transport hours, and tape threading/unthreading times. The tally results can be viewed on the video monitor or the time counter display.

Compatible with wide-screen aspect ratio (16:9)

The unit can record and play back aspect ratio information. When video accompanied by wide-screen aspect ratio information is recorded or played back, the unit can output the video signal also containing the aspect ratio information.

Rack mountable

When you use the optional RMM-130 Rack Mount Kit, you can mount this unit onto an EIA-standard 19-inch rack (height = 4 units).

Optional Accessories

DSBK-1801 SDI/AES/EBU Input/Output

Board

When installed in the unit, this optional board enables digital video and audio signals in the D1 format and also AES/EBU-format digital audio signals to be transferred between this unit and digital Betacam VCRs or other digital equipment.

DSBK-1802 SDTI (QSDI) Input/Output

Board

This interface allows video, audio and time code signals in SDTI (QSDI) format to be transferred at normal speed between this unit and the Sony EditStation. When this unit is connected to another DVCAM VCR, it is possible to copy compressed signals between the two VCRs.

DSBK-1803 i.LINK/DV Input/Output Board

This board allows you to connect the unit to other equipment provided with a Sony DV connector to carry out editing or dubbing of digital video and audio signals.

RMM-130 Rack Mount Kit

This kit can be used to mount the unit onto an EIAstandard 19-inch rack.

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Using the CD-ROM Manual

The supplied CD-ROM includes Operating Instructions for the DSR-series Digital Video Cassette Recorder or Player (English, Japanese, French, German, Italian and Spanish (DSR-1500A only) versions).

CD-ROM System Requirements

The following are required to access the supplied CDROM disc.

•Computer: PC with MMX Pentium 166 MHz or faster CPU, or Macintosh computer with PowerPC CPU.

-Installed memory: 32 MB or more

-CD-ROM drive: × 8 or faster

•Monitor: Monitor supporting resolution of 800 × 600 or higher

When these requirements are not met, access to the CDROM disc may be slow, or not possible at all.

2 Select and click the Operating Instructions that you want to read.

A PDF file of the Operating Instructions opens.

Note

If you lose the CD-ROM disc or become unable to read its content, for example because of a hardware failure, contact a Sony service representative.

•MMX and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.

•PowerPC is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.

•Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.

•Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

•Netscape Navigator is a registered trademark of Netscape Communications Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.

•Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

Preparations

The following software must be installed on your computer in order to use the Operating Instructions contained in the CD-ROM disc.

•Microsoft Internet Explorer Version 4.0 or higher, or Netscape Navigator Version 4.0 or higher

•Adobe Acrobat Reader Version 4.0 or higher

Note

•If Microsoft Internet Explorer is not installed, it may be downloaded from the following URL:

•http://www.microsoft.com/ie

•If Netscape Navigator is not installed, it may be downloaded from the following URL:

•http://home.netscape.com/

•If Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed, it may be downloaded from the following URL:

•http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep.html

To Read the CD-ROM Manual

To read the Operating Instructions contained in the CDROM disc, do the following.

1 Insert the CD-ROM disc in your CD-ROM drive.

A cover page appears automatically in your browser. If it does not appear automatically in the browser, double click the index.htm file on the CD-ROM disc.

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Location and Function of Parts

Front Panel

a POWER switch

b Audio level meters

AInput selection/audio mode display section (see page 14)

c Cassette compartment

POWER

	dB	OVER dB	dB	OVER dB	dB	OVER dB	dB	OVER dB	INPUT	V:SDTI		SDTI	i.LINK
	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
	-12	1	-12	1	-12	1	-12	1	VIDEO	COMPOSITE		Y-R,B S VIDEO SDI		SG
	-20	0	-20	0	-20	0	-20	0	CH11/2	ANALOG	AES/EBU		SDI	SG
									AUDIO
	-30	-1	-30	-1	-30	-1	-30	-1		ANALOG	AES/EBU		SDI	SG
									CH23/4
	-40	-2	-40	-2	-40	-2	-40	-2
	-60	1	-60	2	-60	3	-60	4	PB FS	48k44.1k32k		REC MODE	2CH4CH

A B

MARK

BMenu control panel (inside of the door) (see page 15)

g AUDIO INPUT LEVEL control knobs

f CONTROL S connector

e HEADPHONES connector

d PHONE LEVEL control knob

FRemote control setting section (see page 20)

ESearch control section

(see page 19)

DDisplay section (see page 18)

CTape transport control section (see page 17)

a POWER switch

Press the “ ” side to power the unit on. When the unit is powered on, the display windows in the front panel lights. To power the unit off, press the “ ” side of the switch.

b Audio level meters

These show the audio levels of channels 1 to 4 (recording levels in recording mode or E-E mode* and playback level in playback mode).

*E-E mode: Abbreviation of “Electric-to-Electric mode.” In this mode, video and audio signals input to the VCR are output after passing through internal electric circuits, but not through magnetic conversion circuits such as heads and tapes. This can be used to check input signals and for adjusting input signal levels.

c Cassette compartment

Accepts DVCAM, DV and DVCPRO (25M) videocassettes.

For details of usable cassettes, see page 27.

d PHONE LEVEL control knob

Controls the volume of the headphones connected to the HEADPHONES connector.

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e HEADPHONES connector (stereo phone jack)											g AUDIO INPUT LEVEL control knobs
Connect stereo headphones for headphone monitoring											When recording, you can use these knobs to set audio input
during recording or playback.											levels for CH-1 (channel 1), CH-2, CH-3 and CH-4,
The audio signal you want to monitor can be selected with											respectively.
the MONITOR SELECT switches on the menu control											You can make these knobs inoperative with the REC
panel.											LEVEL menu item (see page 70).
f CONTROL S connector (stereo minijack)
Connect a SIRCS-compatible remote control unit such as
the DSRM-10.
A Input selection/audio mode display section
											a INPUT display
											b VIDEO display
											c AUDIO CH1 1/2 display
											d AUDIO CH2 3/4 display
											e REC MODE display
											f PB FS display

a INPUT display

Indicates the input signal selected with the SDTI/i.LINK button in the INPUT SELECT section.

V:SDTI: Digital video signal in SDTI(QSDI) format SDTI: Digital video and audio signals in SDTI(QSDI)

format

i.LINK: Digital video and audio signals in i.LINKcompatible DV format

The SDTI/i.LINK button to function fully requires the optional DSBK-1802 and 1803 boards to be installed. The signal without the corresponding optional board installed in the unit can be neither selected nor indicated.

b VIDEO display

Indicates the input video signal selected with the VIDEO IN button in the INPUT SELECT section. COMPOSITE: Composite video signal

Y− R, B: Y, R− Y and B− Y component video signals S VIDEO: S-video signal

SDI: SDI video signal (optional DSBK-1801 board required)

SG: Video test signal

c AUDIO CH1 1/2 display

Indicates the input audio signal selected with the CH-1,1/2 button in the INPUT SELECT section.

ANALOG: Analog audio signal

AES/EBU: Digital audio signal in AES/EBU format (optional DSBK-1801 board required)

SDI: SDI audio signal (optional DSBK-1801 board required)

SG: Audio test signal

d AUDIO CH2 3/4 display

Indicates the input audio signal selected with the CH-2,3/4 button in the INPUT SELECT section. The indications available are the same as for the AUDIO CH1 1/2 display described above.

e REC MODE (audio recording mode) display

Indicates the audio recording mode (2CH or 4CH) selected with the REC MODE menu item (see page 69).

fPB FS (playback audio sampling frequency) display

Indicates the sampling frequency (48 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 32 kHz) at which audio is recorded on tape.

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BMenu control panel

The menu control panel is located on the inside of the door at the lower front of the unit. Pull the top of the door to open it.

a MONITOR SELECT switches

b INPUT SELECT section c MENU button

		d COUNTER SEL button
MIX		e RESET (NO) button
A	B
	MARK	f SET (YES) button
		g	buttons

hTC PRESET button

i SC PHASE control

j SYNC PHASE control

a MONITOR SELECT switches

Use these switches to select the channels for audio output via the AUDIO MONITOR OUT connector on the rear panel and the HEADPHONES connector on the front panel.

Use the left switch to select the basic channel setting, then use the right switch to select the output format (monaural, stereo, or mix).

The following table lists the correspondence of left/right switch settings and channel/output format selections.

	Switch setting				Selected channel and output
					format
	Left		Right		HEADPHONES	AUDIO
	switch		switch		connector	MONITOR OUT
						connector
			CH-	CH-	Channel 1 only	Channel 1 only
					(monaural)	(monaural)
			1/3	2/4
			MIX
			CH-	CH-	Channels 1 and	Channels 1 and
	CH-	CH-			2 (stereo)	2 (mix)
			1/3	2/4
	1/2	3/4
			MIX
			CH-	CH-	Channel 2 only	Channel 2 only
					(monaural)	(monaural)
			1/3	2/4
			MIX
			CH-	CH-	Channel 3 only	Channel 3 only
					(monaural)	(monaural)
			1/3	2/4
			MIX
			CH-	CH-	Channels 3 and	Channels 3 and
	1/2	3/4			4 (stereo)	4 (mix)
			1/3	2/4
	CH-	CH-
			MIX
			CH-	CH-	Channel 4 only	Channel 4 only
					(monaural)	(monaural)
			1/3	2/4
			MIX

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b INPUT SELECT section

VIDEO IN button

Each press of this button cycles through the following input video signal selection options.

•Composite video signal input to the VIDEO IN connectors

•Component video signals input to the COMPONENT VIDEO IN connectors

•S-video signal input to the S VIDEO IN connector

•SDI video signal input to the SDI IN connector (optional DSBK-1801 board required)

•Video test signal (selected with the INT VIDEO SG menu item (see page 68) generated by the internal signal generator

In the input selection/audio mode display section, the VIDEO display shows the selection made with this button.

CH1,1/2 (audio channel 1 or 1/2) button

Each press of this button cycles through the following input audio signal selection options for audio channel 1 (when in 2-channel mode) or for audio channels 1 and 2 (when in 4-channel mode).

•Analog audio signal(s) input to the AUDIO IN CH-1 connector (when in 2-channel mode) or AUDIO IN CH- 1 and CH-2 connectors (when in 4-channel mode)

•Digital audio signal in AES/EBU format input to the DIGITAL AUDIO (AES/EBU) IN CH-1/2 connector (optional DSBK-1801 board required)

•SDI audio signal input to the SDI IN connector (optional DSBK-1801 board required)

•Audio test signal (selected with the INT AUDIO SG menu item (see page 71) generated by the internal signal generator

In the input selection/audio mode display section, the AUDIO CH1 1/2 display shows the selection made with this button.

CH2,3/4 (audio channel 2 or 3/4) button

Each press of this button cycles through the input audio signal selection options for audio channel 2 (when in 2- channel mode) or for audio channels 3 and 4 (when in 4- channel mode). The input audio signal selection options corresponding to those for the CH1,1/2 button described above are available.

In the input selection/audio mode display section, the AUDIO CH2 3/4 display shows the selection made with this button.

SDTI/i.LINK (SDTI(QSDI) interface/i.LINK selection) button

Each press of this button cycles through the following input signal selection options.

•Digital video signal in SDTI(QSDI) format input to the SDTI(QSDI) IN connector (optional DSBK-1802 board required)

When this is selected, use the CH1,1/2 button and CH2,3/4 button to select the required input audio signals.

Note

In this case, the phases of the selected audio signals will be about two frames ahead of the phase of the digital video signal in SDTI (QSDI) format.

•Digital video and audio signals in SDTI(QSDI) format input to the SDTI(QSDI) IN connector (optional DSBK1802 board required)

•Digital video and audio signals in i.LINK-compatible

DV format, input to the DV IN/OUT connector (optional DSBK-1803 board required)

In the input selection/audio mode display section, the INPUT display shows the selection made with this button.

c MENU button

Press this button to display the menu on the monitor screen and the time counter display. Press it again to return from the menu display to the usual display.

On how to use the menu, see Chapter 4 “Menu Settings.”

d COUNTER SEL (selection) button

Selects the type of time data to be shown in the time counter display. Each press of this button cycles through three indicator display options: COUNTER (CNT: count value of the time counter), TC (time code), and U-BIT (user bits).

Note

When the REMOTE button in the remote control setting section is lit, the COUNTER SEL button does not operate. In this case, make the time data selection via the remote equipment that is connected to the REMOTE connector on the rear panel.

e RESET (NO) button

Press this button to:

•reset menu settings,

•reset the time count (COUNTER) shown in the time counter display to zero, or

•send a negative response to the prompts issued by the unit.

f SET (YES) button

Press this button to:

•save new settings, such as selected menu items and time code settings, to the memory of the unit, or

•send a positive response to the prompts issued by the unit.

g Arrow (JjKk) buttons

Use these buttons to move around the menu items, and also for setting time code and user bit data.

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For details on setting time code and user bit data, see “Using the Internal Time Code Generator” on page 49.

h TC (time code) PRESET button

Use this button when setting an initial time code value and user bit data.

For details on setting time code and user bit data, see “Using the Internal Time Code Generator” on page 49.

C Tape transport control section

i SC (subcarrier) PHASE control

Turn this control to accurately adjust the subcarrier phase of the composite video output signal of the unit with respect to the reference video signal. Use a cross-point (Phillips) screwdriver to turn it.

j SYNC (synchronization) PHASE control

Turn this control to accurately adjust the synchronization phase of the output video signal of the unit with respect to the reference video signal. Use a cross-point (Phillips) screwdriver to turn it.

a EJECT button

b REW button

c REC button

f STOP button

e F FWD button

d PLAY button

a EJECT button

When you press this button, it lights and the cassette is automatically ejected after a few seconds.

b REW (rewind) button

When you press this button, it lights and the tape starts rewinding (maximum 85 times normal speed).

When the F. FWD/REW menu item (see page 63) is set to PB, you can monitor the playback picture during the rewind.

c REC (record) button

When you press this button while holding down the PLAY button, it lights and recording begins.

d PLAY button

When you press this button, it lights and playback begins. If you press this button during recording or editing, the recording or editing operation is stopped and this unit enters playback mode.

e F FWD (fast forward) button

When you press this button, it lights and the tape is fast forwarded (maximum 85 times normal speed).

When the F. FWD/REW menu item (see page 63) is set to PB, you can monitor the playback picture during the fast forward.

f STOP button

Press this button to stop the current tape transport operation.

Note

No tape transport control buttons other than the EJECT and STOP buttons will work while the REMOTE button in the remote control setting section is lit. This can be changed with the LOCAL ENABLE menu item (see page 63).

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DDisplay section

a Recording/playback format indicators

b ClipLink indicator

c VITC indicator

d Time data type indicators

e Time counter display

i CHANNEL CONDITION indicators

h SERVO indicator

g Cassette memory indicator

f REC INHIBIT indicator

j REPEAT indicator

k Tape end alarm indicator

l SHUTTLE/JOG indicators

m NOT EDITABLE indicator

a Recording/playback format indicators DVCAM: This lights when a tape recorded in DVCAM

format is played back.

DV: This lights when a tape recorded in consumer DV format is played back.

LP: This lights when a tape recorded in LP mode is played back.

When a tape recorded in DVCPRO (25M) format or any other format than those mentioned above is played back, none of the above indicators lights.

Note

A tape recorded in LP mode cannot be played back correctly. When a tape recorded in LP mode is played back, “DV LP” flashes and audio is muted.

b ClipLink indicator

Lights when a cassette is loaded on which ClipLink log data is stored in the cassette memory.

For details of ClipLink log data, see the appendix “ClipLink Guide” (page 110).

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c VITC indicator

Lights when VITC is being read or recorded regardless of the data shown in the time counter display.

d Time data type indicators

One of the three indicators (COUNTER, U-BIT, and TC) lights to indicate the type of time data currently shown in the time counter display.

COUNTER: Count value of the time counter U-BIT: User bit data

TC: SMPTE time code (for DSR-1800) or EBU time code (for DSR-1800P)

e Time counter display

Indicates the count value of the time counter, time code, VITC, or user bit data depending on the settings of the COUNTER SEL button on the menu control panel and the TC SELECT menu item (see page 66).

Also used to display error messages and setup menu data.

f REC (recording) INHIBIT indicator

Lights in the following cases:

•The REC/SAVE switch on the loaded cassette is in the SAVE position.

•The REC INHIBIT menu item (see page 63) is set to ON.

g Cassette memory indicator

Lights when a cassette provided with a memory chip (“cassette memory”) is loaded.

h SERVO indicator

This indicator lights when the drum servo and capstan servo are locked*.

*Servo lock: This refers to the synchronization of the phase of the drum rotation and the reference signal for the tape transport position, so that the video heads can trace the same pattern on the tape for playback and recording.

i CHANNEL CONDITION indicators

These three-color indicators show the state of the playback signal.

Green: The state of the playback signal is good. Yellow: The playback signal is somewhat deteriorated, but

playback is possible.

Red: The playback signal is deteriorated. When the red indicator remains on, head cleaning or an internal inspection is necessary.

j REPEAT indicator

This indicator lights when the REPEAT MODE menu item

(see page 62) is set to ON.

k Tape end alarm indicator

Starts flashing when the remaining capacity of the tape is for about 2 minutes.

l SHUTTLE/JOG indicators

When searching in shuttle mode using the search dial, the SHUTTLE indicator lights, and when searching in jog mode using the search dial, the JOG indicator lights. When the search dial is turned clockwise causing playback to take place in the forward direction, the G indicator lights. When the search dial is turned counterclockwise causing playback to take place in the reverse direction, the g indicator lights. When the tape is stopped, the sindicator lights.

For more information about the search dial, see “Search dial” in the next section.

m NOT EDITABLE indicator

Lights during playback of a tape that contains a recording in other than the DVCAM format. When this indicator is lit, the recordings contained in the tape can be used as source material for editing, but editing operations such as insert editing and assemble editing cannot be performed. This indicator also lights when the audio recording mode selected on this unit does not coincide with that of the loaded tape.

ESearch control section

b Search dial

a SEARCH button

a SEARCH button

To use the search dial for playback in shuttle or jog mode, press this button, turning it on. Pressing the dial toggles between shuttle and jog modes. In shuttle mode, the SHUTTLE indicator in the display section lights, and in jog mode, the JOG indicator in the display section lights.

b Search dial

Turn this to carry out playback in the modes shown in the following table. Turning the dial clockwise lights the G indicator in the display section and plays back in the forward direction. Turning the dial counterclockwise lights the gindicator in the display section and plays back

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in the reverse direction. When the tape is stopped, the s indicator in the display section lights.

Pressing this dial toggles playback between shuttle mode and jog mode. When playing back in shuttle mode, the SHUTTLE indicator in the display section lights, and when playing back in jog mode, the JOG indicator lights. You can carry out noiseless playback in the range of ± 1/2 times normal speed.

Playback modes using the search dial

Playback mode	Operation and functions
Shuttle	Press the SEARCH button or the search
	dial so that the SHUTTLE indicator in
	the display section lights, then turn the
	search dial.
	Playback is carried out at a speed
	determined by the position of the search
	dial. The maximum shuttle mode
	playback speed can be changed with the
	SHUTTLE menu item (see page 63).
Jog	Press the SEARCH button or the search
	dial so that the JOG indicator in the
	display section lights, then turn the
	search dial. Playback is carried out at a
	speed determined by the speed of
	rotation of the search dial. The playback
	speed is up to ± 1 times normal speed by
	factory default.
	The search dial has no detents.

You can use the SEARCH ENABLE menu item (see page 63) to select either of the following as the operation to be performed to put the unit into search mode (shuttle or jog).

•Either press the SEARCH button or, except during recording/editing, turn the search dial (factory default setting).

•Press the SEARCH button.

FRemote control setting section

b 9PIN button

When carrying out remote control between this unit and the unit connected to the REMOTE connector, press this button, turning it on.

c i.LINK button

When carrying out remote control between this unit and the unit connected to the DV IN/OUT connector, press this button, turning it on. This requires the optional DSBK1803 board to be installed.

a REMOTE button

b 9PIN button

c i.LINK button

a REMOTE button

When remote-controlling this unit from the unit connected to the REMOTE connector or DV IN/OUT connector, press this button, turning it on.

When reverting to local mode to use the buttons in the tape transport control section, press this button again, turning it off.

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Rear Panel

AAnalog video signal input/output section (see page 22)

BDigital signal input/output section (see page 23)

DV IN/OUT

SDTI(QSDI)

SDI

DIGITAL AUDIO(AES/EBU)

IN

OUT

IN

OUT

IN CH-1/2

CH-3/4 OUT CH-1/2 CH-3/4

ANALOG VIDEO

TIME CODE

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

REF.VIDEO

VIDEO OUT

S VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

IN

Y

R-Y

B-Y

IN

OUT

1

2

OUT

Y

R-Y

B-Y

IN

OUT

(SUPER)

VIDEO CONTROL

AUDIO IN LOW LEVEL

HIGH

LOW LEVEL

HIGH

LOW LEVEL HIGH

LOW LEVEL

HIGH

AUDIO OUT

MONITOR OUT

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

600Ω

600Ω

600Ω

600Ω

AUDIO

REMOTE

CH-1

CH-2

CH-3

CH-4

CH-1

CH-2

CH-3

CH-4

~AC IN

DExternal device connectors (see page 25)

AC IN connector

CAnalog audio signal input/output section (see page 24)

AC IN connector

Use the supplied power cord to connect this to an AC outlet.

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AAnalog video signal input/output section

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ANALOG VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

REF.VIDEO

S VIDEO

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

VIDEO OUT

IN

Y

R-Y

B-Y

IN

OUT

1

2

OUT

Y

(SUPER)

e VIDEO OUT 1 and 2 (SUPER)

connectors

d REF. VIDEO IN/OUT connectors

c COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y/R− Y/B− Y connectors

b S VIDEO IN connector

a VIDEO IN connectors

TIME CODE

VIDEO OUT

S VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

2

OUT

Y

R-Y

B-Y

IN

OUT

h TIME CODE IN/OUT connectors

g COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y/R− Y/B− Y connectors

f S VIDEO OUT connector

a VIDEO IN connectors (BNC type)

Input an analog composite video signal. This connector block has a built-in automatic 75 Ω termination switch. When a signal is input to the left VIDEO IN connector with no bridging (loop-through) connection made, the connector is terminated with an impedance of 75 Ω automatically. To connect the signal input to the left VIDEO IN connector also to other equipment, use the right VIDEO IN connector (marked ). When the right VIDEO IN connector is used, the built-in 75 Ω termination switch turns off automatically.

b S VIDEO IN connector (4-pin)

Input an S-video signal with separated Y (luminance) and C (chroma: 3.58 MHz for DSR-1800 or 4.43 MHz for DSR-1800P) components to this connector.

c COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y/R− Y/B− Y connectors

(BNC type)

Input analog component video signals (Y/R− Y/B− Y) to these connectors.

d REF. (reference) VIDEO IN/OUT connectors

(BNC type)

Input a reference video signal. The IN connector block has a built-in automatic 75 Ω termination switch. When a signal is input to the left REF. VIDEO IN connector with no bridging (loop-through) connection made, the connector is terminated with an impedance of 75 Ω automatically. To connect the reference video signal input to the left REF. VIDEO IN connector also to other equipment, use the right REF. VIDEO IN connector (marked ). When the right REF. VIDEO IN connector

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is used, the built-in 75 Ω termination switch turns off automatically.

The REF. VIDEO OUT connector outputs a reference video signal, except when i.LINK is selected in the INPUT SELECT section (see page 16).

eVIDEO OUT 1 and 2 (SUPER) connectors (BNC type)

These connectors output analog composite video signals. When the CHARA. DISPLAY menu item (see page 65) is set to ON (factory default setting), connector 2 (SUPER) outputs a signal with superimposed text information.

f S VIDEO OUT connector (4-pin)

This connector outputs an S-video signal with separated Y (luminance) and C (chroma: 3.58 MHz for DSR-1800 or 4.43 MHz for DSR-1800P) components.

gCOMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y/R− Y/B− Y connectors (BNC type)

These connectors output analog component video signals (Y/R− Y/B− Y).

h TIME CODE IN/OUT connectors (BNC type)

Input SMPTE time code (for DSR-1800) or EBU time code (for DSR-1800P) externally generated to the IN connector.

The OUT connector outputs a time code according to the operating state of the unit, as follows:

During playback: the playback time code

During recording: the time code generated by the internal time code generator or the time code input to the TIME CODE IN connector. When the EE OUT PHASE menu item (see page 67) is set to MUTE, no time code is output.

BDigital signal input/output section (optional DSBK-1801/1802/1803 boards required)

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DV IN/OUT

a DV IN/OUT connector

SDTI(QSDI)

IN OUT

b SDTI (QSDI) IN/OUT connectors

	SDI	DIGITAL AUDIO(AES/EBU)
IN	OUT	IN CH-1/2 CH-3/4 OUT CH-1/2 CH-3/4

f DIGITAL AUDIO (AES/EBU) OUT connectors

e DIGITAL AUDIO (AES/EBU) IN connectors

d SDI OUT connectors

c SDI IN and active through output connectors

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a DV IN/OUT connector (6-pin IEEE-1394)

(optional DSBK-1803 i.LINK/DV Input/Output Board required)

This i.LINK-compatible connector (subsequently referred to also as the i.DV IN/OUT connector) inputs and outputs digital video and audio signals in DV format.

Note

When searching at speeds in the range +1/2 to +1/30 or

− 1/2 to − 1/30 times normal speed, the audio signal output from this connector and monitored on external equipment may sound differently from the audio signal played back on this unit.

bSDTI (QSDI) (Serial Data Transport Interface (QSDI)) IN/OUT connectors (BNC type) (optional DSBK-1802 SDTI (QSDI) Input/Output Board required)

The IN connector inputs and the OUT connector outputs digital video and audio signals in SDTI (QSDI) format.

Note

When searching at speeds in the range +1/2 to +1/30 or

− 1/2 to − 1/30 times normal speed, the audio signal output from this connector and monitored on external equipment may sound differently from the audio signal played back on this unit.

CAnalog audio signal input/output section

cSDI (Serial Digital Interface) IN (input) and active through output connectors (BNC type) (optional

DSBK-1801 SDI/AES/EBU Input/Output Board required)

Input digital video and audio signals in SDI format to the left-hand connector. The right-hand connector is for an active-through connection.

d SDI (Serial Digital Interface) OUT connectors

(BNC type) (optional DSBK-1801 SDI/AES/EBU Input/Output Board required)

Output SDI-format digital video and audio signals. The same signals are output from both connectors.

eDIGITAL AUDIO (AES/EBU) IN connectors (BNC type) (optional DSBK-1801 SDI/AES/EBU Input/Output Board required)

Input digital audio signals in AES/EBU format to these connectors.

The left-hand connector (CH-1/2) is for audio channels 1 and 2, and the right-hand connector (CH-3/4) is for audio channels 3 and 4.

f DIGITAL AUDIO (AES/EBU) OUT connectors

(BNC type) (optional DSBK-1801 SDI/AES/EBU Input/Output Board required)

These connectors output digital audio signals in AES/EBU format.

The left-hand connector (CH-1/2) is for audio channels 1 and 2, and the right-hand connector (CH-3/4) is for audio channels 3 and 4.

a AUDIO IN LEVEL/600 Ω switches

c AUDIO OUT CH-1 to CH-4 connectors

AUDIO IN LOW

LEVEL

HIGH

LOW

LEVEL

HIGH

LOW

LEVEL

HIGH

LOW

LEVEL

HIGH

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

600Ω

600Ω

600Ω

600Ω

CH-1

CH-2

CH-3

CH-4

AUDIO OUT			MONITOR OUT
			AUDIO
CH-1	CH-2	CH-3	CH-4

b AUDIO IN CH-1 to CH-4 connectors d AUDIO MONITOR OUT connector

a AUDIO IN LEVEL/600 Ω switches

Set these switches for each channel as shown in the following table, according to the audio input levels to the AUDIO IN CH-1 to CH-4 connectors and the required impedance.

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Settings of the AUDIO IN LEVEL/600 Ω switches

Audio input			Switch setting
Level	Impedance
− 60 dBu	High impedance		LOW-OFF
(microphone input)	(about 20 kΩ	)	(left position)
+4/0/− 3 a)/− 6 dBu	High impedance		HIGH-OFF
(line audio input)	(about 20 kΩ	)	(middle
			position)
+4/0/− 3 a)/− 6 dBm	600 Ω		HIGH-ON
(line audio input)			(right position)

a) Selectable on DSR-1800P only

bAUDIO IN CH-1 (channel 1) to CH-4 connectors (XLR 3-pin, female)

Use these connectors to connect separate channels of analog audio input from a player VCR or other external audio equipment.

You can switch the audio input level setting with the LEVEL SELECT menu item (see page 71).

c AUDIO OUT CH-1 (channel 1) to CH-4 connectors

(XLR 3-pin, male)

These connectors output channel-1 to channel-4 analog audio signals, respectively.

It is possible to use the AUDIO OUT CH-3 and AUDIO OUT CH-4 connectors for audio monitor output for channels 1 and 2, respectively (use the OUTPUT CH3/4 menu item (see page 71)).

dAUDIO MONITOR OUT connector (RCA phono jack)

This connector outputs audio signals for monitoring. The audio signals to be output from this connector can be selected with the MONITOR SELECT switches on the menu control panel.

D External device connectors

VIDEO CONTROL

a VIDEO CONTROL connector

REMOTE

b REMOTE connector

a VIDEO CONTROL connector (D-sub 15-pin)

For remote control of the internal digital video processor, connect an optional remote control unit such as the UVR60/60P or BVR-50/50P to this connector.

b REMOTE connector (D-sub 9-pin)

When controlling this unit from an editing control unit such as the ES-3, ES-7, PVE-500, BVE-600/800/910/ 2000, or RM-450/450CE, connect the unit to the editing control unit via this connector using the optional 9-pin remote control cable.

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Usable Cassettes

This unit can use the DVCAM cassettes listed below.

Model name	Size
PDV-64ME/94ME/124ME/184ME	Standard size
PDVM-12ME/22ME/32ME/40ME	Mini size

The numbers in each model name indicate the maximum recording/playback time (in minutes) for each model. For example, the PDV-184ME has a maximum recording/playback time of 184 minutes.

Cassettes usable for playback only

All consumer DV cassettes and largeand medium-size DVCPRO (25M) cassettes are usable for playback only.

Notes

•If you insert an incorrect type of cassette, it will be automatically ejected.

•When operating this unit as a player, you can also use DV cassettes on the unit. However, it is the best choice to always use DVCAM cassettes because they are more reliable than DV cassettes whatever your purpose may be: playback, editing, or long-period storage of recordings.

•Cassettes that have been recorded by a DV-format recorder can be played back on this unit but cannot be used for recording at editing operation. When you insert such a cassette into this unit, the NOT EDITABLE indicator lights up in the display section on the front panel of this unit.

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DVCAM cassettes

The following figure illustrates the DVCAM cassettes.

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REC/SAVE switch

For details of this switch, see “Preventing accidental erasure” on page 29

Mini size

Standard size

Cassette memory

This memory is used to store ClipLink log data.

For details of ClipLink log data, see the appendix “ClipLink Guide”(page 110).

Notes on using cassettes

•Before storing the cassette for a long period of time, rewind the tape to the beginning and be sure to put the cassette in its storage case, preferably on end instead of flat on its side.

Storing a cassette in any other condition (not rewound, out of its case, etc.) may cause the video and audio contents to become damaged over time.

•If the cassette memory connector (contact point) becomes dirty, connection problems may occur, causing a loss of functions. Remove away any dust or dirt from this area before using the cassette.

•If the cassette is dropped on the floor or otherwise receives a hard impact, the tape may become slackened and may not record and/or play back correctly.

For information about how to check the tape for slack, see the next section.

Checking the tape for slack

Using a paper clip or a similar object, turn the reel gently in the direction shown by the arrow. If the reel does not move, there is no slack. Insert the cassette into the cassette compartment, and after about 10 seconds take it out.

Paper clip, etc.

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Preventing accidental erasure

Set the REC/SAVE switch on the cassette to SAVE to prevent accidental erasure of recorded contents.

REC/SAVE switch

Set to SAVE

REC

SAVE

To enable re-recording

Set the REC/SAVE switch to REC.

When this switch is set to SAVE, the unit cannot record on the tape.

Inserting and Ejecting Cassettes

Inserting a cassette

This unit accepts three sizes of cassette: L (standard size), M (medium size: DVCPRO) and S (mini size). When inserting a cassette in the unit, make sure its tape window faces upward as shown in the following figure.

Outer guides

Mini size (Insert the cassette into the middle of the cassette compartment.)

Standard size

Tape window facing upward

Inner guides

Medium size (Align the cassette with the outer guides, then slide it in over the inner guides.)

Tape window facing upward

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No double insertion of cassettes

When you insert a cassette, the orange lock-out plate appears in the cassette compartment to prevent double insertion.

Ejecting a cassette

Press the EJECT button.

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				INPUT	V:SDTI		SDTI	i.LINK
				VIDEO	COMPOSITE		Y-R,B S VIDEO	SDI	SG
				CH11/2	ANALOG	AES/EBU		SDI	SG
				AUDIO	ANALOG	AES/EBU		SDI	SG
				CH23/4
1	2	3	4	PB FS	48k44.1k32k		REC MODE	2CH4CH

EJECT button

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