Sony DSR-40P, DSR-40 Operating manual

DSR-40/40P

3-865-349-15(1)

Digital Videocassette

Recor der

Operating Instructions page 2

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

Mode d’emploi page 2

Avant la mise en service de cet appareil, prière de lire attentivement ce mode d’emploi que l’on conservera pour toute référence ultérieure.

DSR-40/40P

 1999 by Sony Corporation

For DSR-40

WARNING

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

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.

CAUTION

Precautions

Safety

• Operate the unit only on 120 V AC, 60 Hz .

• If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time. To disconnect the

cord, pull it out by the plug, never by the cord.

Installing

• Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat buildup.

• Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that may block the ventilation slots.

• Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock.

• Do not install the unit in an inclined position. It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.

• The unit is not designed for portable use. Install it properly on a flat stable place. Placing it on its side or on a surface slanted more than 30 degrees may cause damage.

• Keep the unit and cassettes away from equipment with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens or large loudspeakers.

• Do not place heavy objects on the unit.

• If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside the VCR and cause damage to the video head and tape. When you first install the unit, or when you move it from a cold to a warm location, wait for

about one hour before operating the unit.

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

Note

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Information

Compatible color systems

The DSR-40 is designed to record and play back using the NTSC color system. Recording of video sources based on other color systems cannot be guaranteed.

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. Also, use of this recorder with cable television transmission may require authorization from the cable television transmission and/or program owner.

Owner’s record

The model number is located at the rear and front of the unit and the serial number on the top. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. DSR-40 Serial No. ______________________

For the customers in the U.S.A.

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSR-40 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 1 Sony Drive, Park Ridge,

NJ, 07656 USA

Telephone No.: 201-930-6970 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

• Keep the unit and cassettes away from equipment with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens or large loudspeakers.

• Do not place heavy objects on the unit.

Caution

Television programmes, films, video tapes and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorised recording of such material may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. Also, use of this recorder with cable television transmission may require authorisation from the cable television transmitter and/or programme owner.

For DSR-40P

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.

Precautions

Safety

• This unit operates on 220 – 240 V AC, 50 Hz. Check that the unit’s operating voltage is identical with your local power supply.

• If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

• The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long as it is connected to the mains outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time. To disconnect the

cord, pull it out by the plug, never by the cord.

Installing

• This unit is equipped with a fan at the rear. Do not insert objects nor touch the fan during operation.

• To prevent internal heat buildup, install the unit at least 5 cm away from the wall, and dust the unit periodically.

• Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that may block the ventilation slots.

• Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock.

• The unit is not designed for portable use. Install it properly on a flat stable place. Placing it on its side or on a surface slanted more than 30 degrees may cause damage.

Compatible colour systems

The DSR-40P is designed to record and play back using the PAL colour system. Recording of video sources based on other colour systems cannot be guaranteed.

For the customers in Europe

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).

For the customers in the Netherlands Voor de klanten in Nederland

Bij dit product zijn batterijen geleverd. Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet u ze niet weggooien maar inleveren als KCA.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1

Overview

Chapter 2

Playback and Recording

Features .............................................................................6

Notes on Video Cassettes .................................................... 8

Notes on Recording / Playing.............................................. 9

Location and Function of Parts .....................................10

Front Panel ........................................................................ 10

Rear Panel ......................................................................... 14

Playback...........................................................................16

Connections for Playback.................................................. 16

Settings for Playback......................................................... 18

Playback Procedure ........................................................... 19

Playback Functions ........................................................... 20

Recording ........................................................................23

Connections for Recording................................................ 23

Settings for Recording....................................................... 25

Recording Procedure ......................................................... 27

Chapter 3

Using the Unit as a Player in an Editing System

Chapter 4

Using the Unit as a Recorder in an Editing System

Notes on Usage in the Editing System .........................30

Connections for a Digital Non-linear Editing................32

Connections for a Cut Editing System..........................33

Connections for an A/B Roll Editing System ...............35

Adjusting an Edit Timing ................................................40

Adjusting the Sync and Subcarrier Phases..................44

Adjusting Signals............................................................47

Using the Unit as a Recorder

with FXE-100/100P/120/120P.................................49

Table of Contents

Chapter 5

Menu Settings

Chapter 6

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Appendix

Changing Menu Settings ................................................51

Changing the SET UP MENU Settings............................. 51

Menu Contents .................................................................. 51

Recommended settings in the SET UP menu.................... 54

Alarm Messages..............................................................55

Troubleshooting ..............................................................56

Notes on Use ...................................................................57

Specifications..................................................................60

Compatibility of DVCAM and DV Format ......................62

Glossary...........................................................................64

Index.................................................................................66

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Features

The DSR-40/40P is a 1/4-inch digital videocassette recorder that uses the DVCAM digital recording format. This system achieves stable, superb picture quality by digitally processing video signals that are separated into color difference signals and luminance

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signals (component video). When connected to Sony Edit Station™, the unit serves as part of powerful non-linear editing system The unit is equipped with a full-fledged analog interface to support hybrid systems that combine conventional analog equipment with digital equipment.

The DSR-40/40P’s main features are described below.

DVCAM Format

DVCAM is based on the consumer DV format, which uses the 4:1:1 component digital format (DSR-40) or the 4:2:0 format (DSR-40P), and provides a 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.

/4-inch

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-bits linear code), which offers sound quality equivalent to the DAT (Digital Audio Tape) format, or 4-channel mode (32-kHz sampling and 12-bits nonlinear code).

Playback compatibility with DV format

A DV cassette recorded on a DV-format VCR can be played back on this unit. (Cassettes recorded in LP mode cannot be played back.)

Choice of two cassette sizes

The unit can use both standard-size and mini-size DVCAM cassettes.

•According to cassette size, it automatically changes the position of the reel drive plate.

•The maximum recording/playback times are 184 minutes for standard size cassettes and 40 minutes for mini-size cassettes.

Facilities for High-efficiency Editing

Wide track pitch

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

The recording track pitch is 15 µm, fully 50 percent wider than the DV format’s 10-µm track pitch. Thanks

Remote control

to this feature, the DVCAM format sufficiently meets the reliability and precision requirements of professional editing.

The unit can be operated by remote control from an editing controller that supports the RS-422A interface

or from a SIRCS

-system remote control unit such as

the optional DSRM-10, or DSRM-20.

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1) Non-linear editing

This is an editing method that uses video and audio signals that have been 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, such as by eliminating tape transport time.

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2) SIRCS (Sony Integrated Remote Control System)

A command protocol to remote control Sony professional videocassette recorders/players.

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High-speed search function

If you use the optional remote control unit, the unit has a picture search function that allows you to view color picture at playback speeds up to 14 times normal speed (DSR-40) or 17 times normal speed (DSR-40P) in forward and reverse directions. When remote-controlling this unit in shuttle mode from an editing controller or a remote controller, you can search at any speed in the range 0 (still) to 14 times normal (DSR-40) or 17 times normal (DSR-40P) in both directions. You can also search frame-byframe in jog mode. You can also hear playback audio.

Jog audio function

If you use the optional remote control unit, audio can be monitored at various playback speeds when in jog mode. The audio signals are once stored in memory and then played back at the same rate as the search speed. This allows you to use audio playback to find the desired edit points.

Compact size

The unit achieves compact size suitable for using on a demonstration or a bridal. The unit is also equipped with basic functions that are needed for videocassette recorders and players used in professional digital video editing systems.

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, operation mode indications, menus, alarm messages, and other text data can be superimposed and output in analog composite video signals.

Easy maintenance function

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Other Features

Analog output interfaces

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

•Analog video: Include composite video, component video (Y/R–Y/B–Y), and S-video outputs.

•Analog audio: The XLR-type (3-pin) analog audio outputs are provided.

“Power-on playback” function (in repeat playback mode)

You can start playback immediately when the unit turns on.

The unit’s digital hours meter functions include two kinds of tally operations for head drum usage hours, and tape threading/unthreading times. The tally results can be viewed on the video monitor.

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Features

Notes on Video Cassettes

Usable cassettes

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Use Standard-DVCAM cassettes or Mini-DVCAM cassettes with this VCR. PDV-184ME can record programs for 184 minutes and PDVM40ME can record for 40 minutes. You can get the highest quality pictures with this digital videocassette recorder using DVCAM cassettes. You may not be able to get as good quality with other cassettes. We recommend using DVCAM cassettes so that you can record your one-time events in highest quality.

Cassette memory

To save a recording

DVCAM cassette Mini DVCAM

cassette

Cassette memory is an optional feature that is mounted on some Standard DVCAM cassettes and Mini DVCAM cassettes. When you record a program, the recording date and time, and the programs’ position on the tape are stored in the cassette memory so that you can quickly locate the program later on.

indicates that you can use the cassettes 16 Kbits of data can be stored on. On this VCR, you can use the cassettes up to 16 Kbits of data can be mounted on.

To prevent accidental erasure of a recording, slide in the safety switch on the cassette so that the red portion becomes visible. To record on a tape, slide out the switch so that the red portion is hidden.

Write protected

Write enabled

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Note

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Checking the tape for slack

Notes on Recording / Playing

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.

Reel

On recording

You cannot record any software having copyright protection signals on this VCR. If you start recording protected video and audio signals, a warning message appears on the monitor screen and the VCR stops recording.

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On playback

When you play back software having copyright protection signals on this VCR, you may not be able to copy it onto other equipment.

Limitations caused by the difference in format

This VCR can record, play back and edit the tapes recorded in DVCAM format. It can also play back the tapes recorded in DV format (SP mode). However, due to the difference in format, you may not be able to record or edit some tapes affected by recording conditions of the tape (e.g., A tape originally recorded in DV format is dubbed in DVCAM format). For details, refer to “Compatibility of DVCAM and DV format” on page 62.

No compensation for contents of the recording

Contents of the recording cannot be compensated for if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the VCR, video tape, etc.

Note

You cannot play back a DVCAM tape recorded in other color systems on this VCR.

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Location and Function of Parts

Front Panel

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1 Cassette compartment

2 ON/STANDBY switch

and ON/STANDBY lamp

1 Display section

(see page 11)

3 PHONES jack

4 PHONE LEVEL control knob

5 AUDIO INPUT LEVEL control knobs

INPUT

SELECT

COUNTER

TAPE

REMAIN

COUNTER

SELECT

MONITOR

CH-1/2

MIX

CH-3/4

AUDIO

REPEAT

6 COUNTER RESET

button

2 Tape transport

control section (see page 12)

7 EJECT button

DUP

TIMER

REMOTE

OFF REC

LOCAL

SET

3 Inside of the door

(see page 13)

1 Cassette compartment

Accepts standard-size or mini-size DVCAM digital videocassettes. When using a mini-size cassette, insert it into the center of the compartment.

For details of usable cassettes, see page 8.

2 ON/STANDBY switch and ON/STANDBY lamp

Press this switch to turn on the power, and the ON/ STANDBY lamp lights in green. Press it again to turn to standby mode, and the lamp lights in red.

Note

When the REMOTE/LOCAL switch is set to REMOTE, you cannot turn the unit to standby mode.

3 PHONES jack (stereo minijack)

Connect stereo headphones for headphone monitoring during recording or playback. The audio signal you want to monitor can be selected with the AUDIO MONITOR selector inside of the door (3).

4 PHONE LEVEL control knob

Controls the volume of the headphones connected to

the PHONES jack.

5 AUDIO INPUT LEVEL control knobs

When recording, you can use these knobs to set audio input levels for CH-1 (channel 1) and CH-2 (channel

2), respectively.

6 COUNTER RESET button

Press this button to reset the tape counter in the display window to “0:00:00 (0

H00M00S)”. This button does not

work when displaying the time code or the remaining time.

7 EJECT button

Press this button to eject a cassette.

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1 Display section

1 Audio level meter

0 6

9 Mini indicator

8 Cassette indicator

7 DVCAM indicator

12 24

–

CH 1/3 CH 2/4

HOURS MINUTES SECONDS FRAMES

Mini

1 Audio level meter

Indicates the recording level during recording or EE mode, and the playback level during playback. When the audio level exceeds 0 dB, the red indicator lights.

Note

If you play back the tape whose audio was only recorded on channel 2, the audio level meter for CH2/4 may not function.

2 Time counter display

Indicates the following:

•Time data: count value of the time counter, time code and remaining time.

•Alarm messages (see page 55).

•Messages for self-diagnosis function (see page 59).

Notes

•For DSR-40P: Time code is set to the non drop frame mode only.

•Time code is indicated as follows:

Drop frame: “00:00.00:00” (DSR-40 only) Non drop frame: “00:00:00:00”

3 Video input signals indicators

Indicates the currently selected video input signals. INPUT VIDEO, INPUT S VIDEO, or INPUT DV lights.

4 NS (Non Standard) AUDIO indicator

Lights when the VCR plays back a tape whose audio recording was made in the unlock mode, or when unlock mode signals are input through the DV jack.

For details of unlock mode, see page 62.

2 Time counter display

TIMER INPUT DV

NS AUDIO

Fs32k Fs48k

S VIDEO

3 Video input signals

indicators

4 NS AUDIO indicator

5 Audio mode indicators

6 TIMER indicator

5 Audio mode indicators

Indicates the audio mode during playback or recording or while in EE mode.

•During playback it indicates the audio mode in which the tape was recorded.

•During recording or while in EE mode, it indicates the currently selected audio recording mode. You can select audio recording mode by setting “AUDIO MODE” menu (see page 53). Fs32k: Lights when playing the tapes recorded in

4-channel mode, or recording a tape in 4-channel mode.

Fs48k: Lights when playing the tapes recorded in

2-channel mode, or recording a tape in 2-channel mode.

Note

When recording in 4-channel mode on this VCR, audio signals are recorded only in channels 1/2.

6 TIMER indicator

Lights when setting the TIMER switch to REPEAT.

7 DVCAM indicator

Lights except playing back the DV-formatted tapes.

8 Cassette indicator

Lights when inserting a digital video cassette available for this VCR. It flashes when ejecting a cassette.

9 Mini indicator

Lights when inserting mini-size digital video cassette.

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Location and Function of Parts

2 Tape transport control section

Note

When the tape reaches to its beginning or its end by rewinding or fast-forwarding, the unit turns to

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playback pause mode. Then, the playback pause mode is released after the time which is set at “STILL TIMER” menu (See page 52).

2 DUP button

1 Tape Transport indicators

STOP REW PLAY F FWD PAUSE REC

6 PLAY button

7 REW button

8 STOP button

1 Tape Transport indicators

2 DUP (duplicate) button

Use this button to make a work tape having the same time codes as the source tape.

For details on duplication, see page 28.

3 REC (record) button

When you press the PLAY button while holding down this button, the indicator lights and recording begins. To set the VCR to recording pause mode, press the PAUSE button while holding down this button.

4 PAUSE button

When you press this button, the indicator lights, and the VCR is set to pause mode.

5 F FWD (fast forward) button

When you press this button, the indicator lights and the tape is fast forwarded. During fast forward, the picture does not appear on the monitor (you can see the picture of the EE mode during fast forward). To search forward, hold this button down during fast forward.

DUP

4 PAUSE button

5 F FWD button

DUP

3 REC button

6 PLAY button

When you press this button, the indicator lights and playback begins. If you press this button while holding down the REW button during stop, the tape is rewound to its beginning and starts playing automatically (during rewind, the REW indicator lights and the PLAY indicator flashes).

7 REW (rewind) button

When you press this button, the indicator lights and the tape starts rewinding. During rewind, the picture does not appear on the monitor (you can see the picture of the EE mode during rewind). To search backward, hold this button down during rewind. If you press the PLAY button while holding down this button during stop, the tape is rewound to its beginning and starts playing automatically (during rewind, the REW indicator lights and the PLAY indicator flashes).

8 STOP button

Press this button to stop the current tape transport operation.

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3 Inside of the door

6 REMOTE/LOCAL switch

COUNTER

INPUT

SELECT

1 INPUT SELECT button

SELECT

COUNTER

TAPE REMAIN

2 CL button

3 COUNTER SELECT selector

AUDIO

MONITOR

CH-1/2

MIX

CH-3/4

REPEAT

4 AUDIO MONITOR selector

1 INPUT SELECT button

Selects input signals. Each press of this button cycles through three video signal selection options: video, Svideo, and DV input. When you select one of these options, the corresponding indicator in the display lights up.

2 CL (Clear) button

Press this button to make the unit to the state of reconnecting the AC power cord. When you press this button, the setting in the menu is not initialized.

3 COUNTER SELECT selector

Select the type of time data in the time counter display.

TC: Time code COUNTER: Count value of the time counter TAPE REMAIN: Remaining time

4 AUDIO MONITOR selector

Use to select the audio track you want to hear when playing back a tape recorded in 4-channel mode (Fs32k).

CH-1/2: Channels 1/2 only MIX: Channels 1/2 and channels 3/4 (mix) CH-3/4: Channels 3/4 only

7 MENU button

8 SET button

9 Arrow (˘ ≥) buttons

TIMER

OFF

REMOTE

LOCAL

SET

5 TIMER switch

Use to select Auto Repeat using an external AC timer (not supplied).

REPEAT: When the power is supplied to this VCR,

a tape rewinds to its beginning automatically and playback starts. The VCR repeats the playback from the beginning to the first index (if there is no index on the tape, to the unrecorded portion; if no unrecorded portion, to the tape end). Auto repeat also functions if you set this switch to REPEAT during playback.

OFF: Auto Repeat is released.

6 REMOTE/LOCAL switch

Selects whether the unit is operated from its front panel or from external (remote) equipment.

REMOTE : The unit is operated from an editing

controller connected to the REMOTE connector. Available tape transport buttons (on the front panel or optional remote control unit) are set in the menu.

LOCAL : The unit is operated from its front panel,

or from a SIRCS-system remote control unit connected to the CONTROL S jack.

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Location and Function of Parts

7 MENU button

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

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Note

If you set the REMOTE/LOCAL switch to REMOTE while the menu display is on the monitor, it returns to the usual display.

On how to use the menu, see Chapter 5 “Menu Settings”.

Rear Panel

S VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

INPUT OUTPUT

CH-1

CH-1/3

CH-2

CH-2/4

REF.VIDEO INPUT

VIDEO

R-Y B-Y

AUDIO CH-1/3 AUDIO CH-2/4

CONTROL S

8 SET button

Press this button to save selected menu items to the unit’s memory.

9 Arrow (J j) buttons Use these buttons to move around the menu items.

4 REF. VIDEO INPUT connector

5 CONTROL S jack

REMOTE

RS-422A

IN/OUT

AC IN

6 REMOTE connector 7 DV jack

8 AC IN connector

MONITOR

3 OUTPUT connectors

2 MONITOR connectors

1 INPUT connectors

Input video and audio signals. To connect a VCR equipped with the S-video output jack, use the S VIDEO jack on this VCR.

2 MONITOR connectors

Output video and audio signals for monitoring.

3 OUTPUT connectors

Output video and audio signals. To connect a VCR equipped with the S-video input jack, use the S VIDEO jack on this VCR. To connect a VCR equipped with the component input connectors, use the Y, R–Y, B–Y connectors on this VCR.

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Note on EE mode

When the S-video, video, or DV signal is input, this VCR cannot output component signals. You can only output the component signal during normal playback.

4 REF. VIDEO INPUT connector (BNC-type)

Input a reference video (black burst) signal.

5 CONTROL S jack

When controlling this VCR from an optional remote control unit such as the DSRM-10/20 (not supplied), connect the unit to this jack.

Note

SIRCS-system has the same function as CONTROL S-system.

6 REMOTE connector (D-sub 9-pin)

Connect an editing controller with the RS-422A interface for remote-control of this VCR.

7 DV jack

The DV jack is i.LINK compatible. Use when the equipment connected to the VCR has a DV jack. If you connect the VCR and the other equipment using DV jacks, you can minimize deterioration of picture quality during dubbing, or capturing still pictures by digital processing. For details, refer to the instruction manual of the equipment you use.

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Note

is a trademark of Sony Corporation and indicates that this product is in agreement with IEEE1394-1995 specifications and their revisions.

8 AC IN connector

Connect to an AC power outlet using the supplied power cord.

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Playback

This section describes the necessary connections, settings and operations to perform playback on this unit. The same settings and operations apply whether you are using the unit as part of an editing system, for dubbing, or as a stand-alone videocassette player.

Connections for Playback

To digital video equipment with the DV jack

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The video and audio signals are sent with hardly any degradation, enabling high-quality recording. The signal flow is automatically detected so you need not make separate connections for input and output.

Recorder

to the DV jack

Monitor

i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (not supplied)

This VCR (Player)

IN/OUT

L: Signal flow

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Notes

•The external lock function of this unit only supports the standard sync signals. With the DV connection, select the DV input with the INPUT SELECT button on this VCR to prevent malfunction resulting from noise, etc.

•Set DV EE OUT in the menu to OFF (see page 52).

•With the DV connection, the sound is recorded in the same audio recording mode as that of the source tape.

•With the DV connection, tape information (recording date, camcorder data, etc.) recorded on the source tape is transmitted from this VCR (player).

To video equipment without the DV jack

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Recorder

Monitor

INPUT OUTPUT

S VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

INPUT OUTPUT

CH-1

CH-1/3

CH-1

CH-1/3

CH-2

CH-2/4

CH-2

CH-2/4

MONITOR

to the S-video input jack

to the video input jack

to the audio input jacks

to the video input jacks

S-video cable (not supplied) 75 Ω coaxial cable (not supplied)

XLR cable (not supplied)

Video cable (3BNCy3BNC) (not supplied)

This VCR (Player)

REF.VIDEO INPUT

VIDEO

R-Y B-Y

AUDIO CH-1/3 AUDIO CH-2/4

L: Signal flow

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Notes

•When you connect output jacks of the recorder to input jacks of this VCR, select the input correctly to prevent a humming noise.

•Distorted signals (e.g., when played back at a speed other than normal) will not be recorded properly.

•The indications (Time code, alarm messages, and menu, etc.) displayed on the monitor screen are output only via the MONITOR connector.

•If the DV input is selected, you cannot perform the playback synchronized with the video reference (black burst) signal.

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Playback

Settings for Playback

Preparation on the player (this VCR)

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1 Power on the video monitor, then set the monitor’s input according to

the input signals from the recorder.

2 Set up the recorder.

For details, see “Preparation on the recorder” below.

3 Power on this unit by pressing the ON/STANDBY switch.

The ON/STANDBY lamp lights in green.

4 When you play back a tape recorded in 4-channel mode (Fs 32k), set

the AUDIO MONITOR selector to MIX (see page 13). Then select the precise balance between the tracks with the AUDIO MIX BALANCE in the menu (see page 53).

Preparation on the recorder

Notes

•With the DV connection, the playback VCR’s AUDIO MONITOR (sound selection) and AUDIO MIX BALANCE (audio balance adjustment) do not function on the source audio output through the DV jack.

•You cannot change the input signal selection during playback or playback pause mode.

•Insert a tape for recording.

•Select the video and audio input signals to be recorded.

Note

Editing is not possible with a tape that is copyright protected.

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Playback Procedure

Notes

•When controlling this unit from an editing controller connected to the REMOTE connector, set the REMOTE/LOCAL switch to REMOTE. When not, set it to LOCAL.

•Do not insert the cassette forcibly. The VCR may be damaged.

1 After checking the tape for slack, hold the cassette so that the tape

window is facing upward, then insert it into this unit as illustrated below.

For details on checking the tape for slack, see page 9.

Mini size

Insert the mini-size cassette into the center of the cassette compartment.

Standard size

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Tape window facing upward

The cassette is automatically drawn into the unit.

2 Press PLAY.

This starts the playback operation.

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Playback

Playback Functions

You can enjoy various playback functions using the optional remote control unit.

For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the remote control unit.

Playing at various speeds (JOG)

You can play at various speeds, or frame by frame.

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Searching (SHUTTLE)

You can easily locate the desired scene, and you can quickly and accurately determine edit points.

Searching using the index function (DSRM-20 only)

Three kinds of search are available on this VCR:

– Searching for the beginnings of recordings: Index search – Searching for a point on the tape where the recorded date changes:

Date search

– Searching for scenes recorded in the photo mode with a digital

camcorder: Photo search

Note

When S-video or video input is selected and no signal is input in search mode, the search screen becomes noisy. In such cases, input the signal or select DV input.

For a description of search operations via external equipment, see the equipment’s operating instructions.

Displaying tape information (DSRM-20 only)

If you record on a tape using a Sony digital camcorder DSR-200/200P/ 200A/200AP/PD100/PD100P, camcorder data (the shutter speed, program AE mode, white balance, iris and gain) can be recorded on the tape. You can check these data during playback on this VCR.

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Auto Repeat

This VCR can repeat the playback of all, or a part of the tape.

1 Set the TIMER switch on the front panel to REPEAT.

The TIMER indicator on the front panel lights.

2 Press REW to rewind the tape to its beginning. 3 Press PLAY.

Playback starts. The VCR repeats the playback from the beginning to the first index (if there is no index on the tape, to the unrecorded portion; if no unrecorded portion, to the tape end).

Auto Repeat using an external AC timer

If you connect an external AC timer (not supplied) to this VCR, you can repeat playback automatically at the preset time.

1 Connect an external AC timer (not supplied) to this VCR.

This VCR

AC timer

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to a wall outlet

2 Set the TIMER switch on the front panel to REPEAT.

The TIMER indicator in the display window lights.

3 Set the start time using the external AC timer.

At the preset time, the power turns on, and Auto Repeat playback starts automatically within one minute. The VCR repeats the playback from the beginning to the first index (if there is no index on the tape, to the unrecorded portion; if no unrecorded portion, to the tape end).

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Notes

•The VCR cannot search for an index or unrecorded portion within 20 seconds from the beginning of the tape.

•While a tape is running, do not turn off the power using an AC timer. The VCR and a tape may be damaged. When turning off the power of the VCR, make sure to press the STOP button on this VCR first to stop the tape transport, then turn off the power.

To stop Auto Repeat

Press the STOP button.

To release Auto Repeat mode

Set the TIMER switch to OFF.

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Recording

This section describes the necessary connections, settings and operations to perform recording on this unit. The same settings and operations apply whether you are using the unit as part of an editing system, for dubbing, or as a stand-alone recorder.

Connections for Recording

To digital video equipment with the DV jack

Player

to the DV jack

Monitor

i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)

(not supplied)

This VCR (Recorder)

IN/OUT

l: Signal flow

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Notes

•With the DV connection, the sound is recorded in the same audio recording mode as that of the source tape. To record in a different audio recording mode from the source tape, use the INPUT connectors instead.

•With the DV connection, tape information (recording date, camcorder data, etc.) recorded on the source tape is transmitted from the other VCR (player). As a result, when you play back a recorded tape and press the DATA CODE button on the optional DSRM-20 remote control unit, the same tape information recorded on the source tape is displayed on the monitor screen. However, contents of the cassette memory are not transmitted. In addition, the time code is newly recorded on the tape on this VCR, except when copying a tape in Duplication mode.

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Recording

To video equipment without the DV jack

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Monitor

to the S-video output jack

to the video output jack

to the audio output jacks

S-video cable (not supplied)

75 Ω coaxial cable (not supplied)

Audio cable (not supplied)

S VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

This VCR (Recorder)Player

INPUT OUTPUT

CH-1

CH-2

VIDEO

AUDIO CH-1/3 AUDIO CH-2/4

CH-1/3

CH-2/4

MONITOR

l: Signal flow

REF.VIDEO INPUT

R-Y B-Y

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Notes

•When recording the analog input signals, this VCR can digitally output the signals from the DV jack for backup. Set DV EE OUT in the menu to ON (see page 52).

•When you connect output jacks of this VCR to input jacks of the player, select the input correctly to prevent a humming noise.

•Distorted signals (e.g., when played back at a speed other than normal) will not be recorded properly.

•The indications (Time code, alarm messages, and menu, etc.) displayed on the monitor screen are output only via the MONITOR connector.

Settings for Recording

Preparation on the recorder (this VCR)

Notes

•Before recording, set the clock on the VCR so that the recording time can be written into the index signal. You can set the clock by setting the CLOCK SET menu (see page 53).

•When controlling this unit from an editing controller connected to the REMOTE connector, set the REMOTE/LOCAL switch to REMOTE. When not, set it to LOCAL.

•Editing is not possible with a tape that is copyright protected.

1 Power on the video monitor, then set the monitor’s input according to

the input signals from this unit.

2 Set up the player to play back a tape.

For details, see “Preparation on the player” on the next page.

3 Power on this unit by pressing ON/STANDBY switch.

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The ON/STANDBY lamp lights in green.

4 Use the COUNTER SELECT selector to select the type of time data to

be used.

Type of time data

Time code Count value of the time counter

Set the selector to

TC COUNTER

5 Select the video and audio input signals to be recorded.

Press INPUT SELECT to select the desired signal. Each press of this button cycles through three signal selection options: video, S-video, and DV input. Each selection is shown by a lit indicator in the display window.

Note

Once you have started recording, you cannot change the input signal selection (except during recording pause mode).

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Recording

6 When using the line connections (INPUT connectors), select the audio

mode.

Select the desired mode by setting the AUDIO MODE menu.

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Audio mode

2-channel mode 4-channel mode

On how to use the menu, see Chapter 5 “Menu Settings”.

Notes

Set the menu to

Fs48k Fs32k

•In the DVCAM format, there are two audio recording modes, with either two channels at 48 kHz or four channels at 32 kHz. It is not possible to select other modes (for example with four channels at 48 kHz).

•When recording in 4-channel mode on this VCR, audio signals are recorded only in channels 1/2.

•Once you have started recording, you cannot change the audio mode selection.

7 Use the AUDIO INPUT LEVEL control knobs to adjust audio input

levels.

Watching the audio level meter (see page 11), adjust the level so that the meter does not indicate higher values than 0 dB when the audio signal is at its maximum. When the level exceeds 0 dB, sound distortion occurs.

Preparation on the player

Note

With the DV connection, the recorder VCR’s AUDIO MODE (sound selection) and AUDIO INPUT LEVEL (audio balance adjustment) do not function.

•Insert a source tape.

•If the player VCR has an EDIT switch, set it to ON.

•Turn off the on-screen display.

Note

With the DV connection, the playback VCR’s AUDIO MONITOR (sound selection) and AUDIO MIX BALANCE (audio balance adjustment) do not function on the source audio output through the DV jack.

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Recording Procedure

1 After checking that the cassette’s safety switch is set to write enabled

position and the tape for slack, hold the cassette so that the tape window is facing upward, then insert it into this unit.

For details of the cassette’s safety switch, see page 8. For details of checking the tape for slack, see page 9.

The cassette is automatically drawn into the unit and the tape is wound round the head drum. The tape is stationary while the head drum rotates.

2 Press the playback button on the player.

This starts the player’s playback operation.

3 Press and hold REC on this VCR, and press PLAY.

This starts the recorder’s recording operation.

To stop recording

Press the STOP button.

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Recording

Duplication

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If you copy a source tape, using the DUP (duplicate) button on this VCR, you can copy the time code recorded on the source tape as they are. You can easily make a work tape having the same time codes as the source tape. The duplicate function on this VCR works only when using a source tape recorded in DVCAM format and making DV connections.

1 Connect this VCR and the other (playback) VCR, using an i.LINK

cable (DV connecting cable) (not supplied) and select DV with the INPUT SELECT selector on this VCR.

2 Locate the points where you want to start playback and recording. 3 Press STOP on this VCR to stop the tape transport operation. 4 Press and hold DUP on this VCR, and press PLAY.

The DUP indicator flashes and this VCR enters duplicate-standby mode.

Notes

•If the other (playback) VCR has already started playback, the DUP indicator lights and duplication starts immediately.

•If the other (playback) VCR is in the playback pause mode, duplication starts immediately and this VCR continues to record a still picture and a certain time code.

5 Press the play button on the other VCR to start playback.

The DUP indicator on this VCR lights and duplicate starts.

To adjust the point where duplication starts

In step 4 above, press and hold the DUP button instead of the PLAY button, and press the PAUSE button. This VCR remains recording standby mode until you press the PAUSE button again. After the other VCR starts playback, press the PAUSE button at the point where you want to start duplication.

To stop duplication

Press the STOP button.

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Notes

•During duplication, do not change the speed of the player’s tape or set it to pause mode. Otherwise, the time code of the recorded tape becomes out of sequence and you cannot use it for editing.

•During duplication, time counter does not appear. Check it in the other (player) VCR.

•When you start duplicating, the first part of the source tape may be dropped on the copied tape. Play back the source tape from the preceding point. You cannot completely copy the tape if the source tape is recorded from its beginning point.

•You may not be able to copy the first part or an unrecorded portion of the source tape. Locate the recorded portion on the source tape, then start copying.

•The recording does not stop the moment you press the STOP button to stop editing. The source picture may be recorded a little longer than you expected.

•If you duplicate a tape by using two DSR-40/40Ps, set DV EE OUT in the menu of the player to OFF (see page 52).

•The index signals are not recorded when the duplication starts.

•If you set the REMOTE/LOCAL switch to REMOTE during duplication, the tape stops.

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Notes on Usage in the Editing System

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If you use the unit in an editing system, the following functions are limited.

Notes on general

•Component signals are only output during playback or when selecting DV input. This unit cannot be used as a converter from analog input to component output.

•This unit is not equipped with the synchronization function. Adjust the edit timing with the editing controller, and set sync grade to Preroll & Play.

•Pause mode will be released after the chosen time in the menu to protect the tape except when using the unit in an editing system.

•When the TIMER switch is set to REPEAT, and the tape reaches to its end point by fast-forwarding, the jog dial control is not available from external equipment connected to the REMOTE connector.

•You cannot change input signal selection during playback or playback pause mode.

•When S-video or video input is selected and no signal is input in search mode, the search screen becomes unstable.

•When the tape reaches to its beginning or end using the REW or F FWD button, the unit turns to playback pause mode at the point in a few preceding seconds from its beginning or end.

Notes on connection

•When you use this unit as a recorder of a system with the FXE-120 whose version is 1.0, this unit cannot be used in the drop frame system. If you want to use it in the drop frame system, upgrade the FXE-120 to version 1.01 (Only for DSR-40).

•When inputting a composite or S-video signal, a composite or S-video output signal in EE mode is a through signal of the input.

•When inputting a composite or S-video signal, a component signal in EE mode is not output. Component output is only available during playback or when selecting DV input.

•If the unit turns off when AUTO OFF has been set to OFF, the operations cannot be available with equipment connected to the REMOTE connector. Turn on the power again and perform the operation.

•When inputting a DV signal, and outputting a composite or S-video signal in EE mode, only the color burst signal is exchanged.

•When inputting a DV signal, the unit does not perform a playback synchronized with the external sync signal. This playback is only available when selecting S-video or video input.

Notes on editing

•With the DV connection, the editing accuracy is less than analog editing accuracy.

•This unit is not equipped with the first edit function.

•Since this unit does not support CTL, the time code of the recorded tape becomes out of sequence and you cannot use it for editing. In such case, adjust the editing IN point.

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