Sony NTSC User Manual
NTSC
Since its launch in 1996, DVCAM™ technology has brought many notable
benefits to video professionals. The outstanding picture quality, superb
multigeneration recording and extended recording time for up to three
hours are some of key advantages of working with DVCAM products.
Additionally, the DVCAM format offers excellent playback capability with the
consumer DV format.
Based on the DVCAM format, the Sony DSR Series of recorders and
camcorders offers many advantages: high performance editing capability,
compact shooting packages, system versatility, excellent digital interfacing
and a professional standard of reliability.
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Now many new models have been added to the DSR Series to broaden its
range of applications such as field acquisition/editing, simple editing,
PC-based editing, dubbing and transmission.
Select from the Sony DSR Series and you will have chosen innovative
equipment that will bring both new solutions to your production demands
and performance benefits to your system.
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The D VCAM Format
Excellent Picture Quality via
Digital Component Recording
The DVCAM format uses 8-bit digital component recording with
a 5:1 compression ratio same as the DV format and a sampling
rate of 4:1:1 to provide excellent picture quality and superb
multigeneration performance.
The DVCAM format is based on an intra-frame compression
scheme which is ideal for editing applications. Based on DCT
(Discrete Cosine Transform) techniques, each frame consists of
10 tracks. Each track has video, audio, ITI (Insert and Track
Information) and sub code areas. ITI, which is a reference
signal used for precise tracking, together with time code on the
sub code area assure highly accurate editing performance.
This technology provides much greater operational flexibility and
facilitates complex multi-layering effects.
High Quality Digital Audio
The DVCAM format also has superior digital audio perfor mance,
with a wide dynamic range and an excellent signal-to-noise ratio
that is comparable to CD quality audio. There are two selectable
audio channel modes: a two-channel mode with 48 kHz/16-bit
recording or a four-channel mode with 32 kHz/12-bit recording.
Playback Compatibility with the DV Format
The DVCAM format is a professional version of the consumer DV
format, maintaining playback compatibility. All DVCAM equipment
is capable of playing back DV recorded* tapes without any
adaptor. A wider track pitch of 15 µm (compared with 10 µm for
consumer DV) gives the DVCAM format higher reliability for
professional editing.
* SP mode only
The DV CAM Format
High-speed Data Transfer
The advanced drum mechanism and SDTI(QSDI™) interface
enable degradation-free data transfer and dubbing at four times
normal speed between the DSR-85 VTR and the Sony ES-7
EditStation™ system, or between two DSR-85 VTRs.
This brings a remarkable reduction in the time-consuming
uploading and dubbing process, without loss of picture and
sound quality.
Versatile Digital Interfaces
•SDTI(QSDI)*
The SDTI(QSDI) is a digital interface which handles compressed
video as well as the sub code data and digital audio signals of
the DVCAM format. It allows virtually degradation-free transfer of
both video and audio signals between DSR Series VTRs that
have an SDTI(QSDI) I/O, and between these VTRs and the
ES-7 EditStation system in a non-linear editing configuration.
The SDTI(QSDI) interface ensures that high quality pictures and
sound are maintained during these operations.
* SDTI (Serial Data Transport Interface) is defined in SMPTE 305M.
SDTI(QSDI) is the DV signal interface which conforms to the SDTI standard.
The DSR-60 and DSR-70 VTRs require optional boards for SDTI(QSDI) operation.
•SDI*
SDI (Serial Digital Interface) is the broadcast standard digital
interface. With just a single digital connection, high quality
pictures and sound can be transferred between DSR Series
VTRs with an SDI I/O, and SDI-equipped devices such as
D-1, Digital BETACAM™ and Betacam SX™ VTRs.
* The DSR-85/80/60/70 require optional boards for SDI operation. These optional
boards support digital component video signals.
•i.LINK™* (DV In/Out)
i.LINK is a digital interface based on the IEEE1394 standard.
It offers digital dubbing of video, audio and data, with virtually no
deterioration of image and sound quality and with the simplicity
of a single wire connection between equipment.
* i.LINK stands for IEEE1394-1995 standards and their revisions. is the logo for
products that implement i.LINK.
** The DSR-70 requires an optional board for i.LINK (DV In/Out) operation.
ClipLink™ Operation
ClipLink is a unique Sony system which conveys shooting data
into the digital production process. During acquisition with the
DSR-130 or DSR-300 Camcorder, the time code data of the
in-point and out-point of each shot is recorded in the Cassette
Memory of the DVCAM tape. At the same time, a still frame of
each in-point, called the ‘Index Picture’, is recorded on the DVCAM
tape to provide visual information associated with the time code.
When a cassette is loaded into the DSR-85, DSR-80, DSR-60 or
DSR-70 VTR interfaced with the Sony EditStation system, all of its
shot log information is loaded into an EditStation system and
appears on the
display.
This visual
information
enables users
to quickly
select the shots
they need to
upload to the
hard disk of an
EditStation.
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Tape Direction
Sub Code
Head Direction
Video
Audio
6.35 mm
(1/4 inch)
ITI
ITI: Insert and Track Information
EditStation ES-7 GUI
DVCAM or DV
Cassette Tape
DSR-60
DSR-80
DSR-85
Digital Videocassette Recorder/Player
DSR-130
DSR-300
Digital Camcorder
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Time Code
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Time Code
(OUT)
00:05:22
00:06:12
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DSR-200A
DSR-PD1
DSR-PD100
DSR-30 DSR-20
DRV-1000 DSR-70**
DSR-V10
DSR-85
DSR-85 DSR-80 DSR-60 DSR-70
DSR-85 DSR-80 DSR-60 DSR-70
DSR-130 DSR-300 DSR-85 DSR-80 DSR-60 DSR-70
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superb quality pictures and a low error rate.
DLC (Diamond Like Carbon) protective layer
provides the enhanced protection of the tape
surface which is essential to avoid the
possibility of damage during long editing
sessions. Finally, DVCAM tape provides a
low frequency of dropouts and superior
thermal stability. Cassettes are available with
or without an IC Cassette Memory.
This 16 kbit Cassette Memory stores ClipLink
Log Data and Index Pictures which can
enhance editing efficiency.
Up to Three-hour Recording
Capability
DVCAM video cassette tapes are available in
two sizes: standard and mini.
Recording time of up to 184 minutes is provided with a standard
size cassette and up to 40 minutes with a mini
size cassette. These long recording times are
achieved in very compact cassettes
with a tape width of only
1/4 inch (6.35 mm).
* The DSR-200A Camcorder accepts a standard size cassette only.
The DSR-PD100 Camcorder, the DSR-PD1 Camcorder, the DSR-V10 DVCAM
Video Walkman
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Recorder and the DRV-1000 DVCAM Drive accept a mini size
cassette only.
Excellent Performance from
Professional DVCAM Tapes
To gain maximum performance from high density digital
recording, advanced Metal Evaporated tape technology has
been developed for the DVCAM
format. The use of Sony’s pure cobalt
advanced evaporated coating gives
both high output and high C/N
(Carrier-to-Noise) ratio, resulting in
DVCAM
Consumer DV
SP mode LP mode
Video Video signal format Digital component
Sampling frequency Y:13.5 MHz C: 3.375 MHz
Quantization 8-bit
Compression ratio 5 : 1
Compression type Intra-frame
Sampling structure 4 : 1 : 1
Video transfer rate 25 Mbps
Audio Audio signal format PCM
Audio recording channels 2 CH or 4 CH
Sampling frequency 2CH: 48 kHz, 4CH: 32 kHz 2CH: 48 kHz / 44.1 kHz, 4CH: 32 kHz
Quantization 2CH: 16-bit, 4CH: 12-bit
Tape Tape material Metal Evaporated or equivalent
Tape width 1/4 inch (6.35 mm)
Tape track pitch 15 µm 10 µm 7 µm
Tape speed 28.193 mm/s 18.8 mm/s 12.6 mm/s
Cassette size Standard size / Mini size
Maximum recording time 184 min. (standard size) 270 min. (standard size) 405 min. (standard size)
40 min. (mini size) 60 min. (mini size) 90 min. (mini size)
Remote Control Interfaces for
High Performance Editing
•RS-422A
An RS-422A remote control interface is used for professional
editing. It allows for these VTRs to interface not only with the
EditStation system but also with Sony VTRs and editing
controllers that have the same interface. RS-422A is also used to
transfer ClipLink Log Data from the DVCAM Cassette Memory to
the EditStation system.
•LANC
A LANC interface makes it easy to perfor m simple edits using
other LANC-based devices including consumer DV products
that have high editing accuracy (±5 frames).
Full Compatibility with Analog Equipment
•Analog Interfaces
The DSR Series is compatible with current analog video
equipment. With analog interfaces for both video and audio, the
DSR Series VTRs interface with conventional analog equipment
such as Betacam SP
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, S-VHS and Hi-8 VTRs, facilitating a
smooth and gradual migration to a future digital system.
Composite, component* and S-Video connections are provided
for video. Four channel or two channel (selectable) inputs and
outputs are provided for audio.
* The DSR-30, DSR-20 and DSR-V10 are not equipped with a component interface.
The DSR-70 requires an optional board for analog component.
•Dual Interface Mechanism
The DSR-1 Dockable Recorder has both Pro 76-pin Digital and
Pro 50-pin connectors. These connections allow direct
connection with several
alternative Sony digital and
analog cameras:
DXC-D30, DXC-D30WS,
DXC-637, DXC-537,
DXC-537A, DXC-327A and
DXC-327B. This feature allows
the DSR-1 to be configured
with a variety of different
cameras to suit particular
applications.
Dual-size Cassette Mechanism
The above VTRs and camcorders all have a dual-size cassette
mechanism which accepts both standard and mini size
cassettes without any adaptor.
In the case of the DSR-1, this is a technological first for
professional camcorders.
Pro 76-pin Digital Pro 50-pin
Advantages
Advantages
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DSR-200A
DSR-PD1
DSR-PD100
DSR-30 DSR-20
DRV-1000
DSR-V10
DSR-V10
DSR-85 DSR-80 DSR-60 DSR-70
DSR-70DSR-85 DSR-80 DSR-60 DSR-30 DSR-20
DSR-130
DSR-300
DSR-1
DSR-1
DSR-85 DSR-80 DSR-60 DSR-30 DSR-20 DSR-70
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DSR-130DSR-130
DSR-1DSR-1
DSR-200ADSR-200A
DSR-85DSR-85
DSR-80DSR-80
DRV-1000DRV-1000
DSR-20DSR-20
DSR-30DSR-30
DSR-300DSR-300
DSR-PD1DSR-PD1
DSR-PD100DSR-PD100
DSR-70DSR-70
DSR-V10DSR-V10
FlexicartFlexicart
DSR-60DSR-60
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Application Examples
High-speed Nonlinear Editing System
• Degradation-free picture and sound quality by using SDTI(QSDI) interfacing
throughout the entire production process
• Time saving by high-speed data transfer
• More efficient editing with ClipLink operation
Efficient Nonlinear Editing System
• Superior multigeneration picture and sound quality by using SDTI(QSDI) or i.LINK(DV In/Out) interfacing
• More efficient editing with ClipLink operation
(DSR-80 and DSR-60 only)
DSR-85
High-speed Editing
Recorder
ES-7
EditStation
X4
SDTI(QSDI)
RS-422A
DVCAM Tape
DSR-130
Digital Camcorder
DSR-300
Digital Camcorder
DVCAM Tape
ES-3
EditStation
DSR-30
Recorder
DSR-80
Editing Recorder
DSR-60
Editing Player
X1
SDTI(QSDI)
RS-422A
LANK
DSR-130
Digital Camcorder
DSR-300
Digital Camcorder
i.LINK
(DV I/O)
DSR-200A
Digital Camcorder
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Application Examples
Upwardly Compatible Editing System
• Direct digital connection with SDI-equipped device
• Upward compatibility with the broadcasting system
• Possible to upload consumer DV recorded tapes as editing source
material
DVCAM Tape
DCR-VX1000
Digital Camcorder
DV Tape
RS-422A
DSR-70
Portable Editing Recorder
DSR-85
High-speed Editing Recorder
DSR-80
Editing Recorder
DSR-60
Editing Player
SDI-equipped
Device
SDI
DSR-130
Digital Camcorder
DSR-300
Digital Camcorder
Linear Editing System
• Improvement in picture quality by adding digital acquisition
• First step to a digital system
DSR-80
Editing Recorder
DSR-60
Editing Player
Professional
RS-422A-based
Editing System
RS-422A
Conventional
Interfaces
DVCAM Tape
DCR-VX1000
Digital Camcorder
DV Tape
DSR-130
Digital Camcorder
DSR-300
Digital Camcorder
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Full DVCAM Linear Editing System
• Compatible with a conventional analog editing system
• Smooth migration to a full digital system
DSR-80
Editing Recorder
DSR-60
Editing Player
DSR-60
Editing Player
DFS-300/500
DME Switcher
Analog
Component
Analog
Component
PVE-500
Editing Control Unit
SONY
RS-422A
RS-422A
DCR-VX1000
Digital Camcorder
DVCAM Tape
DV Tape
DSR-130
Digital Camcorder
DSR-300
Digital Camcorder
Low-cost, Simple Editing System
• LANC-based, simple and efficient editing with A/B roll and effects
• Space saving with the compact DSR-20
DSR-200A
Digital Camcorder
DSR-20
Recorder
DSR-20
Recorder
DSR-30
Recorder
DVCAM Tape
FXE-120
Video Editing System
IF-FXE2
LANC Interface Box
DSR-PD1
Digital Camcorder
DSR-PD100
Digital Camcorder
RS-232C
RS-232C
RS-422
LANC
Composite or
S-Video
Composite or
S-Video
12x
3
CCD
DVCAM
• Simple and efficient editing by use of a
camcorder both for acquisition and as a
feeder
DSR-30
Recorder
DSR-200A
Digital Camcorder
LANC
i.LINK
DVCAM Tape
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Application Examples
Digital Dubbing System
• Simple dubbing system that does not require an additional controller
• Degradation-free dubbing quality by using SDTI(QSDI) or
i.LINK (DV In/Out) interfacing
• High-speed dubbing between two DSR-85 VTRs
RS-422A
DSR-85
High-speed Editing
Recorder
DSR-85
High-speed Editing
Recorder
X4
SDTI(QSDI)
DSR-60
Editing Player
DSR-80
Editing Recorder
RS-422A
SDTI(QSDI)
i.LINK
DSR-20
Recorder
DSR-20
Recorder
Field Operation System
■ Two-camera Switching Recording System
• Flexible recording by alternately switching between two camcorders
• Ideal for field recording with a minimum system and smaller crew
■ Simple Field Editing System
• Compact and portable system
•
Assemble editing with up to 99 events
x four programs
DCR-VX1000
Digital Camcorder
DSR-70
Portable Editing Recorder
(with DSBK-180)
Picture-in-Picture on LCD screen
Video
Composite
Ref.Video
DSR-300
Digital Camcorder
Picture of Camera #1(2)
Picture of Camera #2(1)
Ref.IN
Ref.OUT
Composite IN
12x
3
CCD
DVCAM
DSR-PD1
Digital Camcorder
DSRM-E1
Edit Adaptpr
DSR-V10
Video Walkman Recorder
i.LINK
DVCAM Tape
DSR-PD100
Digital Camcorder
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PC Control System
• Simple system using PC control
• Ideal for automatic program transmission in CATV,
corporate communication, etc.
Computer
RS-232C
DSR-20
Recorder
PVM Monitor
PC-based Editing System
• Low-cost, PC-based editing system
• Full digital editing by using i.LINK (DV In/Out) interfacing
Computer
Monitor
DRV-1000
DVCAM Drive
DVCAM Tape
DSR-200A
Digital Camcorder
DSR-PD1
Digital Camcorder
DSR-PD100
Digital Camcorder
12x
3
CCD
DVCAM
Flexicart™ System
• Outstanding picture and sound quality by
maintaining the signal in the same digital format
from acquisition to transmission
FLEXICART
DSR-60
Editing Player
DSR-80
Editing Recorder
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