Samsung VCR DSR 1 1P User Guide

3-858-431-13(1)  
Digital  
Videocassette  
Recorder  
Operating Instructions  
Before operating the unit, please read this manual  
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.  
DSR-1/1P  
1996 by Sony Corporation  
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Table of Contents  
Chapter 1  
Overview  
Features .............................................................................7  
Location and Function of Parts .....................................10  
Power Supply .................................................................... 10  
Display Section ................................................................. 11  
Input/Output Connectors ................................................... 14  
Recording/Playback Section ............................................. 16  
Time Code Section ............................................................ 18  
Chapter 2  
Inserting and Replacing the Lithium Battery ...............21  
Example System Configuration .....................................23  
Mounting on Video Camera ............................................24  
Fitting the Shoulder Strap ................................................. 27  
Connecting Audio System .............................................29  
Using a Wireless Microphone System............................... 29  
Using an External Audio System ...................................... 30  
Power Supply...................................................................31  
Using the BP-L40/L60A Battery Pack .............................. 31  
Using an AC Power Source ............................................... 34  
Fitting and  
Connecting  
Related Equipment  
Chapter 3  
Shooting  
Cassettes for the DSR-1/1P ............................................35  
Shooting...........................................................................38  
Back Space Editing .........................................................43  
Starting Back Space Editing at Any Tape Position ........... 44  
Playback — Checking Recorded Contents ...................47  
Checking the Recorded Contents Immediately After  
Shooting — Recording Review.................................... 47  
Viewing Monochrome Playback in the Viewfinder........... 47  
Viewing Color Playback.................................................... 48  
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Chapter 4  
Switching Time Value Indications ..................................49  
Resetting the Counter ........................................................ 49  
Displaying the Date/Time ................................................. 49  
Setting the User Bit Value...............................................50  
Setting the Time Code Value ..........................................51  
Time Values  
—For Index of Recording  
Points  
Making the Time Code Continuous  
at Back Space Editing .................................................. 52  
Setting the Time Code to the Real Time Clock  
and Calendar................................................................. 52  
Synchronization With External Time Code Signals  
—Gen-Lock ......................................................................53  
Connection for Gen-Lock.................................................. 53  
Locking the Internal Time Code Generator  
to the Reference Time Code ......................................... 54  
Chapter 5  
Recording Using ClipLink Function .............................55  
ClipLink Shooting  
—Recording Information for  
Editing  
Setting Editing Points While Shooting (When Using the  
DXC-D30/D30P/D35/D35P) ....................................... 57  
Resuming Recording in ClipLink Mode ........................58  
Chapter 6  
Contents of the VTR Menu..............................................61  
VTR Menu Operation.......................................................62  
Basic Operation ................................................................. 62  
Menu  
—For Settings  
Setting the Real Time Clock and Calendar  
—Menu 101 ................................................................. 63  
Checking the Total Operating (Power-On) Hours  
—Menu 201 ................................................................. 63  
Selecting Frame Mode (DF/NDF) for Time Code  
—Menu 204 (for DSR-1 Only) .................................... 63  
Selecting Battery Capacity Indication —Menu 206 ......... 64  
Setting Standby-On Period —Menu 207 .......................... 64  
Using Auto-Check Function —Menu 210 ........................ 65  
Selecting ClipLink Function —Menu 211 ........................ 67  
Selecting Audio Recording Mode —Menu 212 ................ 67  
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Chapter 6  
Selecting Audio Reference Level —Menu 213................. 68  
Menu (continued)  
—For Settings  
Settting Fade-In/Fade-Out for the Audio Recording  
Start and Stop Points —Menu 214............................... 68  
Using Setup Add (for DSR-1 Only) —Menu 220 ............. 69  
Using Setup Remove1 (for DSR-1Only) —Menu 22 ....... 69  
Chapter 7  
Cleaning the Video Heads ..............................................71  
Warning System ..............................................................72  
Condensation ..................................................................... 73  
Troubleshooting ..............................................................74  
Maintenance  
Appendix  
Notes on Use ...................................................................77  
Specifications..................................................................78  
Glossary...........................................................................80  
Index .................................................................................81  
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Features  
Creation of clips  
Using the ClipLink function, the camera operator can  
create clips to be used during editing.  
The images captured at the Mark IN points are  
recorded in a compressed format onto the tape as  
“Index Pictures”. In addition, editing point-related data  
(scene number, time code for Mark IN/OUT points,  
etc.) is recorded in the cassette memory.  
The DSR-1/1P is a dockable VCR that uses the  
DVCAM™ digital recording format.  
The DSR-1/1P can be combined with a DXC-D30/  
D30P/D35/D35P digital video camera or a DXC-637/  
537A/327B series analog video camera. When docked  
with the DXC-D30/D30P/D35/D35P, the DSR-1/1P  
functions as a DVCAM digital camcorder.  
ClipLink mode  
New Functions as High-  
Performance Digital Recording  
VCR  
To use the ClipLink function, select the menu setting  
to set the DSR-1/1P into ClipLink mode. There is also  
a ClipLink continue function that enables clips to be  
continued even after a break in recording.  
The DSR-1/1P uses the DVCAM recording format.  
The internal signal processing is digitalized to provide  
more stable output signals and higher reliability.  
PCM digital audio  
Recording/playback can be set to audio lock mode.  
Selectable between two-channel recording (with a  
sampling frequency of 48 kHz) mode or four-channel  
recording (with a sampling frequency of 32 kHz) mode  
(channels 1 and 2 only).  
Compatible with consumer DV  
A DV cassette recorded on a DV-format VCR can be  
played back on the DSR-1/1P. (Cassettes recorded in  
LP mode cannot be played back.)  
Equipped with audio output connectors  
DVCAM cassettes  
During recording or playback, audio output can be  
monitored via a built-in speaker, a connected earphone  
or via (two-channel) audio output connectors.  
The DSR-1/1P can use both standard-size and mini-  
size DVCAM cassettes. According to cassette size, the  
DSR-1/1P automatically correct reel position.  
Color playback  
The maximum recording/playback times are 184  
minutes for standard size cassettes and 40 minutes for  
mini cassettes.  
Connect an external video monitor for color playback  
(playback adaptor not required). The DSR-1/1P is  
equipped with two video monitor connectors: one for  
composite video output and the other for S-video  
output.  
DVCAM cassettes include a cassette memory.  
Information about the editing points (ClipLink™ log  
data) that is specified while shooting is recorded into  
this cassette memory.  
ClipLink™ function  
The ClipLink function links all stages from shooting to  
editing. Once editing points have been set with this  
function during shooting, they can be used to boost the  
efficiency of editing work.  
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Features  
Audio level adjustable from camera  
New Functions as DVCAM Digital  
Camcorder  
You can use a knob on the camera’s front panel to  
adjust the channel 1 audio recording level.  
The following unique functions are available when you  
dock the DSR-1/1P with a DXC-D30/D30P/D35/D35P  
digital video camera.  
Standard Functions as a  
Dockable VCR  
Freeze mix function  
The DSR-1/1P is equipped with all of the standard  
functions of conventional dockable VCRs.  
This function superimposes a freeze-frame from the  
previous recorded scene to facilitate setting up the  
same framework for a new scene.  
Back space editing  
Recording of camera setup data  
Press the VTR button on the camera or lens to link  
recordings with ±0-frame accuracy. The recording  
review function or edit search function can be used to  
ensure continuous recording with the same accuracy  
even after changing the tape position via playback/fast  
forward/rewind or after removing the cassette.  
SetupLog™ function  
Settings at shooting are recorded onto the tape in real  
time. This recorded data can then be used to reproduce  
the same shooting conditions in subsequent shots. It  
also makes it easier to identify the causes of problems  
in previous shots.  
Playback functions  
SetupNavi™ function  
The setup conditions selected using the camera setup  
menu are recorded onto the tape along with setup file  
settings. Using this function, the same settings can be  
reproduced for each recording and the same setup can  
be shared among several camcorders.  
Monochrome playback of recordings can be seen  
through the camera’s viewfinder.  
The recording review function automatically rewinds  
and plays back the last few seconds of the recording.  
Use this function to easily and quickly check  
recordings.  
Edit search function  
You can operate the search playback function in  
forward or reverse (two search speeds are available)  
right from the camera, without having to use the tape  
transport buttons. This makes it easier to find a  
recording start point when you restart shooting at any  
point on the tape.  
Built-in time code generator/reader  
The internal time code generator can record the time  
code data that is required for high-precision editing.  
Audio recording functions  
Time code display on viewfinder screen  
during playback  
In addition to using the camera’s built-in microphone,  
sound can be recorded via a wireless microphone  
system or an external audio system.  
The playback time code data can be superimposed on  
the viewfinder screen.  
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Several power supply options  
The DSR-1/1P can use the BP-L40/L60A Battery Pack  
(for about 75/150 minutes of continuous operation  
with the DXC-D30/D30P/D35/D35P).  
• With an optional DC-L1 Battery Adaptor, the DSR-1/  
1P can use the NP-1B Battery Pack (for about 60  
minutes of continuous operation with the DXC-D30/  
D30P/D35/D35P).  
• With an optional DC-L90 Battery Adaptor, the DSR-  
1/1P can use the BP-90A Lithium Battery Pack (for  
about 130 minutes of continuous operation with the  
DXC-D30/D30P/D35/D35P).  
• With an optional AC-550/550CE/DN1/DN2A AC  
Adaptor, the DSR-1/1P can operate on AC power.  
Design for Easy Working  
Equipped with both digital and analog  
camera connectors  
The DSR-1/1P has both PRO 76-pin connector (for  
digital camera connection) and the PRO 50-pin  
connector (for analog camera connection). Connectors  
are easy to replace.  
Light and compact  
The DSR-1/1P is compact and lightweight enough to  
be used in the field.  
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Location and Function of Parts  
Power Supply  
1 Battery attachment interface  
2 DC OUT connector  
3 DC IN connector  
4 POWER switch  
5 BREAKER button  
Bottom view  
1 Battery attachment interface  
Attach a battery pack or an AC-DN1/DN2A AC  
Adaptor.  
3 DC IN (DC power input) connector (XLR 4-pin,  
male)  
To use the DSR-1/1P with an AC power supply  
connect an optional AC-550/550CE/CMA-8A/CMA-  
8ACE AC Adaptor.  
For information about fitting a battery pack or an AC  
adaptor, see “Power supply” (page 31).  
4 POWER switch  
Turn the power supply on and off.  
2 DC OUT (DC power output) connector (4-pin,  
female)  
This connector supplies power for a WRR-855A/860A  
UHF Portable Tuner.  
5 BREAKER (breaker reset) button  
If an excessive current flows in the internal circuits,  
the internal circuit breaker shuts off the power supply.  
Push this button after eliminating the cause of the  
excessive current.  
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Display Section  
1 Display window  
2 WARNING indicator  
4 LIGHT switch  
3 MENU button  
5 BACK TALLY switch  
6 TALLY indicator  
1 Display window  
The display window shows the following items. Use  
the LIGHT switch 4 to light up the display window.  
a Playback indication  
b DATE indication  
c Non drop-frame indication (DSR-1 only)  
d External synchronization lock indication  
e Hold indication  
f Audio level indicators  
g ClipLink log data indication  
dB  
0
OVER  
OVER  
PB DATE NDF EXT-LK  
HOLD  
h ClipLink continue indication  
s Time value indication  
-12  
-20  
H
MIN  
SEC  
CL  
FRM  
r Clip remaining indication  
q Tape remaining indication  
IP  
i IP indication  
CONT  
CLIP  
TAPE  
BATT  
DIAG  
CL  
IP  
CONT  
-30  
-40  
DVCAM  
Li  
DVCAM  
Li  
E
F
-  
j Lithium backup  
battery warning  
p Battery capacity indication  
F
F
8
8
32k  
48k  
1
2
RF SERVO HUMID SLACK  
o Service indication  
m Audio mode  
indications  
k DVCAM indication  
n Warning indications  
l Cassette memory indication  
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Indications in the display window  
Indication  
Description  
a Playback indication  
Appears during playback, fast forward or rewind with the time data display  
showing a time code or user bit value.  
b DATE indication  
Appears when the date or time is displayed in the time value indication s area.  
c Non drop-frame indication (DSR-1 only) Appears when non drop-frame mode is selected.  
d External synchronization lock indication Appears when the internal time code generator is locked to an external signal  
input to the TC IN connector.  
e Hold indication  
Appears when the internal time code generator is stopped.  
f Audio level indicators  
g ClipLink log data indication  
These show the audio recording or playback levels of channel 1 and channel 2.  
Appears when using a cassette with cassette memory containing ClipLink log  
data.  
h ClipLink continue indication  
Appears when back space editing using ClipLink function is possible.  
i IP (index picture) indication  
Appears when the ClipLink function is set to on in the VTR menu and index  
picture recording is allowed.  
j Lithium backup battery warning  
Appears when the voltage of the internal lithium backup battery (CR2032) is low.  
If this indication appears, replace the lithium backup battery immediately.  
For further information about replacing lithium batteries, see “Inserting and Replacing  
the Lithium Battery” (page 21).  
k DVCAM indication  
Disppears when the cassette being played back is not for DVCAM format.  
Appears when using a cassette with cassette memory.  
l Cassette memory indication  
m Audio mode indications  
These show audio recording/playback mode.  
Fs32k: 4-channel mode (32 kHz sampling frequency)  
Fs48k: 2-channel mode (48 kHz sampling frequency)  
For further information about selecting audio recording mode, see “Selecting Audio  
Recording Mode —212” (page 67).  
n Warning indications  
Include the following.  
RF: Appears when the video heads are clogged, or when there is a fault in the  
recording system.  
SERVO: Appears when the servo lock is not functioning.  
HUMID: Appears when there is condensation on the drum.  
SLACK: Appears when there is a tape winding fault.  
For measures against warning indications, see “Warning System” (page 72).  
o Service indication  
Appears during maintenance on menu operations. It does not appear during  
normal operation.  
p Battery capacity indication  
This indicates the battery capacity and voltage as shown below.  
Change menu setting for the battery you are using.  
For menu setting, see “Selecting Battery Capacity Indication —Menu 206” (page 64).  
indication  
Battery voltage  
BP-L40/L60A  
NP-1B/BP-90A  
BATT E [pppppp] F  
15.0 V or more  
14.0 to 15.0 V  
13.0 to 14.0 V  
12.0 to 13.0 V  
11.3 to 12.0 V  
11.25 to 11.3 V  
11.0 to 11.25 V  
11.0 V or less  
12.5 V or more  
12.0 to 12.5 V  
11.75 to 12.0 V  
11.5 to 11.75 V  
11.3 to 11.5 V  
11.25 to 11.3 V  
11.0 to 11.25 V  
11.0 V or less  
BATT E [ppppp ] F  
BATT E [pppp  
BATT E [ppp  
BATT E [pp  
BATT E [p  
] F  
] F  
] F  
] F (blinking)a)  
] F (blinking)  
] F (blinking)  
BATT E [p  
BATT E [  
a) Replace the battery pack when this indication appears.  
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Indications in the display window (continued)  
Indication  
Description  
q Tape remaining indication  
During recording or pause mode, this indication shows the remaining tape time as  
shown below. It is not displayed when no cassette is loaded.  
Indication  
Tape time remaining  
TAPE ppppppp  
TAPE pppppp  
TAPE ppppp  
TAPE pppp  
TAPE ppp  
30 minutes or more  
25 to 30 minutes  
20 to 25 minutes  
15 to 20 minutes  
10 to 15 minutes  
5 to 10 minutes  
2 to 5 minutes  
TAPE pp  
TAPE p  
TAPE p (blinking)  
TAPE (blinking)  
0 to 2 minutes  
End of tape  
r Clip remaining indication  
This shows how many clip shots can still be recorded.  
Indication  
Index picture  
Cue point  
CLIP pppppp  
CLIP ppppp  
CLIP pppp  
CLIP ppp  
51 pictures or more  
41 to 50 pictures  
31 to 40 pictures  
21 to 30 pictures  
11 to 20 pictures  
1 to 10 pictures  
1 to 3 pictures  
101 points or more  
81 to 100 points  
61 to 80 points  
41 to 60 points  
21 to 40 points  
1 to 20 points  
CLIP pp  
CLIP p  
CLIP p (blinking)a)  
CLIP  
1 to 6 points  
Cannot record  
Cannot record  
CLIP (blinking)a)  
a) When back space editing using ClipLink function is possible (when CONT  
appears)  
s Time value indication  
Depending on the DISPLAY switch setting, this shows a counter value, time code  
value, or user bit value. Press the MENU button 3 to display the VTR menu.  
2 WARNING indicator  
4 LIGHT switch  
This lights or blinks when an abnormality occurs.  
This switches the display window 1 light on and off.  
For details, see “Warning System” on page 72.  
5 BACK TALLY switch  
Set this switch to ON to activate the TALLY indicator  
6 function.  
3 MENU button  
Press this button to display the VTR menu in the  
display window 1.  
6 TALLY (back tally) indicator (red)  
This indicator lights during recording. It will not light  
if the BACK TALLY switch 5 is set to OFF. This  
indicator also blinks to indicate warnings in the same  
manner as the REC/TALLY indicator in the  
viewfinder of the camera.  
For details about the VTR menu, see Chapter 6 “Menu”.  
For details, see “Warning System” on page 72.  
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Location and Function of Parts  
Input/Output Connectors  
Shoulder strap fitting  
1 TC OUT connector  
2 TC IN connector  
3 GEN LOCK IN connector  
4 AUDIO OUT CH-1/CH-2 connectors  
5 Camera connector  
6 S VIDEO OUT connector  
7 VIDEO OUT connector  
Rear  
+48V ON  
MIC  
+48V ON  
MIC  
DC OUT  
12V  
LINE  
DC IN  
LINE  
TALLY  
8 AUDIO IN CH-1/  
CH-2 connectors and  
input selection switches  
CH-1  
AUDIO IN  
CH-2  
9 EARPHONE connector  
1 TC OUT (time code output) connector (BNC)  
This outputs time code signals from the built-in time  
code generator. When a time code signal is input to the  
TC IN connector 2, this output signal is synchronized  
to it.  
2 TC IN (time code input) connector (BNC)  
Input an external signal for synchronizing the built-in  
time code generator. Use an SMPTE (DSR-1) or EBU  
(DSR-1P) time code signal.  
Note  
For details about time code, see “Setting Time Code Value”  
on page 51.  
Use a jitterless LTC signal. Using an LTC signal  
reproduced by other equipment may cause the DSR-1/  
1P to malfunction.  
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3 GEN LOCK IN (gen lock video input) connector  
(BNC)  
When synchronizing the camera to an external signal,  
input a reference video signal (VBS or BS).  
8 AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 (audio input channel 1  
and 2) connectors (XLR 3-pin, female) and input  
selection switches  
Connect a microphone or other external audio  
equipment. Set the input selection switches as shown  
below according to the microphone or equipment.  
MIC +48V ON (right position): For connecting to a  
48-V microphone  
4 AUDIO OUT CH-1/CH-2 connectors (phono  
jacks)  
These output the sound being recorded or played back.  
Connect to a stereo amplifier or video monitor’s audio  
input connectors.  
Note  
If this position is selected for a microphone other  
than 48-V microphone, the microphone may be  
damaged.  
5 Camera connector (PRO 76-pin DIGITAL or  
PRO 50-pin)  
Connect to the camera’s VTR connector. Two types of  
connectors are provided and can be replaced according  
to the camera.  
PRO 76-pin DIGITAL: For connecting to the DXC-  
D30/D30P/D35/D35P digital video camera.  
PRO 50-pin: For connecting to the DXC-327B/537A/  
637A (or DXC-327BP/537AP/637AP) series  
analog video camera.  
MIC (center position): For connecting any  
microphone other than 48-V microphone  
LINE (left position): For connecting an external audio  
signal source such as a stereo amplifier.  
9 EARPHONE connector (mini-jack)  
Connect an earphone or headphones. This outputs the  
sound which was output to the speaker, but mutes the  
speaker.  
For details on replacing camera connectors, see “Mounting  
on Video Camera” (page 24).  
6 S VIDEO OUT (S-video output) connector (DIN  
4-pin)  
This outputs the image being shot or played back as S-  
video signals. Connect to the S-video input connector  
on a VCR or video monitor.  
Note  
When the CA-514/514P Camera Adaptor is connected,  
only playback audio is output from this connector.  
7 VIDEO OUT (composite video output)  
connector (BNC)  
This outputs the image being shot or played back as  
composite video signals. Connect to the video input  
connector on a VCR or video monitor.  
Notes  
• The output signal from this connector may  
discontinue when switching the operation between  
recording and playback. Do not use as a reference  
signal for external equipment.  
• When the CA-514/514P Camera Adaptor is  
connected, only playback audio is output from this  
connector.  
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Location and Function of Parts  
Recording/Playback Section  
1 EJECT button  
STOP  
REW  
PLAY  
F FWD  
EJECT  
2 Tape transport buttons and  
indicators  
Cassette holder  
6 Speaker  
3 AUDIO LEVEL (CH-1/CH-2)  
knobs  
7 ALARM knob  
8 MONITOR knob  
4 AUDIO SELECT (CH-1/CH-2)  
switches  
9 MONITOR SELECT switch  
5 AUDIO IN (CH-1/CH-2)  
switches  
0 ClipLink CONTINUE button  
1 EJECT button 6  
2 Tape transport buttons and indicators  
Press this button to open the cassette holder.  
These buttons transport the tape as shown below.  
Note  
During recording, none of these buttons operates.  
Button  
Operation  
REW 0  
Rewinds the tape. The indicator lights while  
the tape is being rewound.  
Press while the tape is being rewound or  
during playback to view reverse search  
playback.  
F FWD ) Fast forwards the tape. The indicator lights  
while the tape is being fast forwarded.  
Press while the tape is being fast forwarded  
or during playback to view forward search  
playback.  
PLAY ”  
Plays back the recorded video. The indicator  
lights during playback.  
STOP p  
Stops the tape.  
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3 AUDIO LEVEL (CH-1/CH-2) (audio recording  
level adjustment for channels 1 and 2) knobs  
When the AUDIO SELECT (CH-1/CH-2) switches 4  
are set to MANUAL, these knobs adjust the audio  
levels being recorded on channels 1 and 2.  
7 ALARM (alarm tone volume adjustment) knob  
This controls the volume of the warning tone that is  
output via the speaker 6 or earphone. Turning this  
knob to the minimum setting mutes the alarm tone.  
8 MONITOR (monitor volume adjustment) knob  
This controls the volume of the sound other than the  
warning tone that is output via the speaker 6 or  
earphone. Turning this knob to the minimum setting  
mutes the audio output.  
The audio levels are indicated in the display window. For  
details, see “1 Display window” in “Display Section on  
page 11.  
4 AUDIO SELECT (CH-1/CH-2) (audio recording  
level adjustment manual/auto selection for channels  
1 and 2) switches  
These select the audio recording level adjustment  
method.  
AUTO: Use the AGC (automatic gain control) circuit  
to automatically adjust the audio level.  
MANUAL: Enables users to manually adjust the  
AUDIO LEVEL (CH-1/CH-2) knobs for each  
channel. Select AUTO if excess input levels are  
likely to occur.  
9 MONITOR SELECT (audio monitor selection)  
switch  
This selects audio output via the speaker 6 or  
earphone.  
CH-1: Channel 1 audio  
MIX: Mixed audio (channels 1 and 2)  
CH-2: Channel 2 audio  
0 ClipLink CONTINUE button  
When restart ClipLink shooting, press this button to  
add the new clip at the end of the recorded clips.  
5 AUDIO IN (CH-1/CH-2) (audio input selection  
for channels 1 and 2) switches  
Note  
These select the input signals to channels 1 and 2.  
CAM: Signals from the microphone connected to the  
camera’s MIC IN +48V connector or from the  
camera’s built-in microphone.  
If you restart recording without pressing this button,  
the pre-recorded ClipLink log data and index pictures  
are deleted.  
REAR: Signals from a microphone or external  
equipment connected to the AUDIO IN (CH-1/CH-  
2) connectors.  
For details, see Chapter 5 “ClipLink Shooting”.  
6 Speaker  
Outputs the recorded or playback audio. When a  
warning indicator appears in the viewfinder or display  
window, the speaker sounds a warning tone.  
The speaker is muted (does not output a warning tone)  
when an earphone is connected to the EARPHONE  
connector.  
For details on the warning tone, see “Warning System”  
(page 72).  
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Location and Function of Parts  
Time Code Section  
LIGHT  
ON  
WARNING  
OFF  
1 RESET/(MENU SET) button  
RESET  
DISPLAY  
COUNTER  
TC  
U-BIT  
2 DISPLAY switch  
(MENU SET)  
3 ADVANCE button  
MENU  
ADVANCE  
SHIFT  
4 SHIFT button  
AUDIO LEVEL  
MONITOR SELECT  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
CH-1  
PRESET  
REGEN  
DATE/TIME  
F-RUN  
MIX  
SET  
AUDIO SELECT  
CH-1 CH-2  
5 TC mode switch 2  
CH-2  
R-RUN  
AUDIO IN  
ClipLink CONTINUE  
CAM  
BACK TALLY  
REAR  
6 TC mode switch 1  
OFF  
ON  
1 RESET/(MENU SET) (counter reset/VTR menu  
set) button  
Resets the time value shown in the display window.  
This button operates differently depending on settings  
of the DISPLAY switch 2 and the TC mode switch 2  
5.  
Switch setting  
RESET button operation  
DISPLAY: COUNTER  
Resets counter value to  
0:00:00.  
DISPLAY: TC  
TC mode switch 1: PRESET 00:00:00:00.  
TC mode switch 2: SET  
Resets time code to  
DISPLAY: U-BIT  
Resets user bita) to 00 00 00  
TC mode switch 1: PRESET 00.  
TC mode switch 2: SET  
a) Bits of time code recorded on tape, in which users can  
record necessary information.  
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Also, this button is used to change menu settings.  
5 TC (time code) mode switch 2  
Sets the mode for advancing time code values when  
the TC mode switch 1 6 has been set to PRESET.  
F-RUN: The time code advances continuously  
whether or not the DSR-1/1P is recording. Use this  
setting to align the time code value with real time.  
SET: Use this setting to set the time code or user bit  
value.  
R-RUN: The time code value advances only during  
recording. Use this setting to have consecutive time  
code values for consecutive recordings on the tape.  
For details on the VTR menu, see Chapter 6 “Menu”.  
2 DISPLAY switch  
Switches time value indication shown in the display  
window.  
COUNTER: Shows the tape transport time in  
HH:MM:SS (hours, minutes, and seconds).  
TC: Shows the time code value.  
U-BIT: Shows the user bit data in the time code.  
For information about the display window, see “1 Display  
Note for the DSR-1  
window” in “Display Section” on page 11.  
There are two time code frame modes: drop-frame  
(DF) mode and non drop-frame (NDF) mode. This  
product is shipped with drop-frame mode selected.  
3 ADVANCE button  
When setting time code and user bit values, or at menu  
setting, press this button to increment the digit that has  
been selected with the SHIFT button 4. In other case,  
keep pressing this button to show the clip remaining  
indication instead of time value. (Example: CLIP  
D45)  
For details on switching between drop-frame mode and non  
drop-frame mode, see “Selecting Drop-frame (DF)/Non-  
drop frame (NDF) mode (for DSR-1) —Menu 204” on page  
63.  
For details on drop-frame mode and non drop-frame mode,  
see “Drop-frame mode (for DSR-1 Only)” on page 52.  
For time code and user bit settings, see pages 50 and 51.  
6 TC (time code) mode switch 1  
On how to use the ADVANCE button for menu settings, see  
Chapter 6 “Menu”.  
Selects between resetting the time code value or  
continuing from the time code value at the end of the  
previous recording.  
4 SHIFT button  
When setting time code and user bit values, or at menu  
setting, keep pressing this button to select a digit. The  
selected digit will start blinking.  
In other case, keep pressing this button to show the  
date (when the DISPLAY switch 2 is set to U-BIT)  
and time (when the DISPLAY switch 2 is set to TC)  
instead of time value.  
PRESET: This starts recording time code values on  
the tape from the currently set value.  
REGEN: This reads the tape’s current time code value  
and sets the time code to record starting from that  
value. This ensures that the tape’s time code will be  
continuous, even if there is a break in recording.  
The time code value is advanced in R-RUN mode  
regardless of the setting on TC mode switch 2 5.  
DATE/TIME: This synchronizes the time code to the  
real time clock set in the VTR menu (see page 63).  
In this case the time code of the DSR-1 is recorded  
in DF (drop-frame mode).  
For time code and user bit settings, see pages 50 and 51.  
On how to use the ADVANCE button for menu settings, see  
Chapter 6 “Menu”.  
Note  
If the ClipLink function is set to on (meaning ClipLink  
shooting is allowed) in menu 211 and CONT is  
displayed in the display window, regardless of the  
setting of this switch, the time code generator  
automatically enters the REGEN mode at recording.  
(The ClipLink function is factory-set to on.)  
When you will not perform ClipLink shooting, set the  
ClipLink function to oFF (see page 67).  
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Inserting and Replacing the Lithium Battery  
The DSR-1/1P uses a lithium battery to retain stored data. When using the  
DSR-1/1P for the first time, be sure to insert the supplied lithium  
battery (CR2032). The DSR-1/1P will not operate correctly without this  
lithium battery.  
Lifetime of the lithium battery  
When the lithium battery’s voltage falls, the lithium backup battery  
warning  
appears in the display window. If this warning appears, replace  
Li  
the lithium battery (CR2032) within three or four days.  
The lithium battery has an average service life of about two years, however  
operation in ClipLink mode will shorten the lifetime until about one year.  
Inserting or replacing the lithium battery  
Notes  
• Carefully read the instructions for inserting and replacing the lithium  
battery. Lithium batteries may explode if misused.  
• Use only CR2032 Lithium Batteries. Other types of lithium batteries may  
come loose when the camcorder is moved. If you have difficulty finding  
CR2032 Lithium Batteries, contact your Sony dealer.  
1 Turn the POWER switch on.  
2 Press down the catch at the top  
of the battery cover and open  
the cover.  
Catch  
2
Press and pull forward.  
LI  
LITHIUM BATT  
Battery cover  
1
POWER switch  
3Take out the lithium battery.  
Press down and pull out toward you.  
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Inserting and Replacing the Lithium Battery  
4 Reverse step 3 to insert a  
replacement lithium battery.  
Make sure that the + symbol  
on the battery is facing you.  
5 Close the battery cover.  
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Example System Configuration  
This product can be used with the equipment shown below.  
ECM-672 Electret Condenser Microphone  
CAC-12 Microphone Holder  
Shoulder strap (supplied)  
Color TV or color video monitor  
DXC-D30/D30P/D35/D35P  
Color Video Camera  
DVCAM standard-size cassette  
tape  
DSR-1/1P (this product)  
DVCAM mini-size cassette tape  
DXC-637/537/537A/327A/327B  
(or DXC-637P/537P/537AP/327AP/  
327BP) series Color Video Camera  
BC-1WD/  
1WDCE  
Battery  
DC-L1 Battery  
Adaptor  
NP-1B Battery  
Pack  
Charger  
DC-L90  
Battery Adaptor  
BC-410/410CE  
Battery Charger  
BP-90A Battery  
Pack  
BP-L40/60A  
Battery Pack  
BC-L50 Battery  
Charger  
BC-L100/L100CE  
Battery Charger  
AC-DN1 AC  
Adaptor  
LC-421 Carrying Case  
CMA-8A/8ACE  
AC-550/550CE AC Adaptor  
AC-DN2A AC  
Adaptor  
WRR-855A  
UHF Synthesized  
Tuner  
(with BTA-801)  
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Mounting on Video Camera  
The DSR-1/1P is dockable with the DXC-D30/D30P/D35/D35P digital  
video camera or with a DXC-637/537/537A/327A/327B series analog  
video camera.  
Switch the camera connectors according to the camera to be used.  
Using a DXC-D30/D30P/D35/D35P: Use the PRO 76-pin DIGITAL  
connector.  
Using a DXC-637 series camera: Use the PRO 50-pin connector.  
Note  
Turn the POWER switch off before mounting the DSR-1/1P on the video  
camera.  
Using the DXC-D30/D30P/D35/D35P  
Replace the PRO 50-pin connector with the PRO 76-pin DIGITAL  
connector.  
1 Loosen the two screws (M3)  
and remove the cover from the  
PRO 50-pin connector.  
PRO 50-pin connector  
Cover  
2 Press the right side of the PRO  
50-pin connector until the PRO  
76-pin DIGITAL connector  
appears.  
The both connectors swing to  
switch the positions by  
pressing either of them.  
PRO 50-pin connector  
PRO 76-pin DIGITAL connector  
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3 Attach the cover upside down.  
Make sure that the match mark  
lines up with the PRO76P  
DIGITAL indication.  
Match mark  
PRO76P  
DIGITAL  
Using the DXC-637/537/537A/327A/327B series camera  
Replace the PRO 76-pin DIGITAL connector with the PRO 50-pin  
connector. Press the left side of the PRO 76-pin DIGITAL connector until  
the PRO 50-pin connector appears. Make sure that the match mark lines up  
with the PRO50P indication.  
Mounting on the camera  
This section describes the procedure for mounting the DSR-1/1P on a  
DXC-D30/D30P/D35/D35P. Use the same procedure for mounting on a  
DXC-637 series camera. (Replace the PRO 76-pin DIGITAL connector  
with the PRO 50-pin connector.)  
When using the camcorder grip  
When configuring a camcorder with the camera, a camcorder grip (not  
supplied) can be attached instead of the camera grip.  
For instructions on attaching the grip, see the operating instructions for the  
camera.  
1 If necessary, replace the PRO  
50-pin connector with the PRO  
76-pin DIGITAL connector.  
For details, see “Using the DXC-  
D30/D30P/D35/D35P” (on  
previous page).  
PRO 76-pin DIGITAL connector  
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Mounting on Video Camera  
2 Fit the projection on the  
bottom of the DSR-1/1P into  
the slot on the camera.  
Projection  
Camera  
Slot  
Groove  
3 Slide the DSR-1/1P along the  
groove on the camera, and  
press firmly until fixed.  
4 Tighten the two screws (M4 ×  
12) in the figure.  
M4 × 12 screws  
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5 Tighten the two screws (M4 ×  
6) to fix the shoulder pad.  
Note  
Slide the shoulder pad to its  
central position before  
tightening the screws.  
Otherwise the screws may not  
be properly fixed.  
M4 × 6 screws  
Removing from the camera  
Follow the procedure above in reverse.  
Fitting the Shoulder Strap  
This section describes the procedure for fitting the supplied shoulder strap  
to the camcorder.  
1 Fit one of the clips to a  
shoulder strap fitting on the  
DSR-1/1P.  
Press and pull up.  
Shoulder strap fitting  
PRESS  
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2 Fit the other clip to the  
shoulder strap fitting on the  
camera in the same way.  
Press and pull up.  
Removing the shoulder strap  
While pressing here, move the  
clip downwards to release it  
from the fitting.  
PRESS  
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Connecting Audio System  
The DSR-1/1P is able to record sound not only from the microphone  
attached to the camera but also from a wireless microphone or an external  
audio system.  
Using a Wireless Microphone System  
When using the wireless microphone system including a WRT-810A/830A  
UHF Wireless Microphone and a WRR-810A/855A/860A UHF Portable  
Tuner to record sound, connect the tuner as described below. (The  
procedure below is for connecting the WRR-855A using the BTA-801  
Portable Tuner Mount Adapter.)  
For details on using the wireless microphone system, see the operating  
instructions for the microphone and tuner.  
1 Attach the WRR tuner fitting  
(not supplied) (Part No. A-  
8278-057-A) to the rear of the  
DSR-1/1P as shown in the  
figure.  
1
1 Pass a screwdriver through  
the holes and tighten the  
screws.  
2 Loosen the adjustment  
screws.  
3 Adjust the metal fitting  
position for a battery pack  
to be attached, and tighten  
the adjustment screws to fix  
its position.  
2
WRR-855A  
(with BTA-801)  
Attachment plate  
4 Attach the holder kit (two  
fittings and four screws,  
supplied with the tuner) to  
the WRR tuner fitting (one  
for the upper position and  
the other for the lower  
position).  
Press the knob and turn it 90˚  
in a clockwise manner to  
secure.  
2 Mount the tuner on the WRR  
tuner fitting, then tighten the  
screw at the bottom of the  
BTA-801.  
For details about the WRR tuner  
fitting (Part No. A-8278-057-A),  
contact your Sony dealer.  
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3 Connect an optional output  
cable into the OUTPUT  
connectors on the BTA-801  
and either of the AUDIO IN  
CH-1/CH-2 connectors.  
Connect the DC power  
OUTPUT  
(supplied with the BTA-801)  
cable into the DC 12V IN  
connector on the BTA-801 and  
the DC OUT connector.  
DC 12V IN  
AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2  
DC OUT  
4 Set the AUDIO IN (CH-1/CH-  
2) switch (for the tuner-  
AUDIO IN (CH-1/CH-2) switch: Set to REAR.  
CH-1  
AUDIO IN  
CH-2  
connected channel) to REAR  
and the input selection switch  
for the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2  
connector (where the tuner  
cable is connected) to MIC  
(center position).  
CAM  
REAR  
Input selection switch: Set to MIC.  
+48V ON  
LINE  
MIC  
Using an External Audio System  
Connect an audio mixer or other external audio system component to the  
AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connector as shown below.  
AUDIO IN (CH-1/CH-2) switch: Set to REAR.  
CH-1  
AUDIO IN  
CH-2  
CAM  
REAR  
Input selection switch: Set to LINE.  
+48V ON  
LINE  
MIC  
To audio mixer, etc.  
AUDIO IN  
CH-1/CH-2  
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Power Supply  
The following power supplies can be used with the DSR-1/1P.  
• BP-L40/L60A lithium-ion battery pack  
• NP-1B Ni-Cd Battery Pack (The DC-L1 Battery Adaptor is required.)  
• BP-90A Ni-Cd Battery Pack (The DC-L90 Battery Adaptor is required.)  
• AC power (The AC-550/550CE, AC-DN1/DN2A or CMA-8A/8ACE AC  
Adaptor is required.)  
Alternatively, you can make combined use of internal and external  
batteries, by mounting one of the above batteries as an internal battery and  
connecting an external battery that can be a BP-90A contained in a DC-  
210 Battery Adaptor and connected to the DC IN connector of the DSR-1/  
1P.  
Using a BP-L40/L60A Battery Pack  
With a battery pack, the DSR-1/1P will operate continuously for the time  
shown below.  
BP-L40: Approx. 75 minutes  
BP-L60A: Approx. 150 minutes  
Before use, charge the battery pack with a BC-L50/L100/L100CE Battery  
Charger.  
Notes on using the battery pack  
• A warm battery pack may not be fully recharged.  
• Even when fully charged, battery packs gradually lose their charge  
naturally. Use the battery packs as soon as possible after recharging.  
• To prolong the life of battery packs, store them in a cool place (about  
20°C (68°F)), and charge in a place with an ambient temperature between  
10°C and 30°C (50°F to 86°F).  
• Before long-term storage, discharge the battery fully. This extends the  
battery life.  
• It is recommended that the BP-L40 be used at 30 W or less. The specified  
capacity may not be obtained if the BP-L40 is connected to the DSR-1/1P  
which is operated with camera and accessories at 30 W or higher,  
especially when the ambient temperature is low.  
• At low temperatures, the usable time of battery packs decreases. When  
the ambient temperature is 0°C (32°F), usable time decreases by about  
10%. (However, the usable time is affected by the power consumption of  
the DSR-1/1P, camera and accessories in addition to the usage status of  
the battery packs.) The usable time of battery packs increases if they are  
warmed to the room temperature (about 20°C (68°F)) before use at low  
temperatures.  
• If you use the BP-L40 at temperatures of 0°C (32°F) or below, when  
power consumption of the DSR-1/1P, camera and accessories is 40 W or  
higher (due to using a video light, for example), power may break after a  
short time (a few minutes). To increase the usable time, store the BP-L40  
in a warm place, and power on the DSR-1/1P and camera before the BP-  
L40 cools down.  
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Power Supply  
• Compared to the BP-L40, the BP-L60A offers better performance at low  
temperatures. The BP-L60A is recommended for use at low temperature.  
• Carrying a spare battery pack is recommended.  
The BP-L40/L60A is free from memory effect. There is no need to  
discharge it fully before recharging.  
Attaching the battery pack  
1 Press the battery pack against  
the rear of the DSR-1/1P,  
aligning the side line of the  
battery pack with the line on  
the DSR-1/1P.  
BP-L40/L60A  
LOCK  
Align these lines.  
2 Slide the battery pack down  
until its “LOCK” arrow points  
at the matching line on the  
DSR-1/1P.  
LOCK  
Matching line on the  
“LOCK” arrow  
DSR-1/1P  
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Detaching the battery pack  
Holding the button in,  
pull the battery pack  
up.  
Avoiding breaks in operation due to dead batteries  
If you use both an internal battery pack and an external battery connected  
to the DC IN connector at the same time, you can avoid breaks in  
operation due to the dead batteries.  
When the external battery begins to fail and an internal battery  
pack is also used  
Remove the DC output cable of the external battery from the DC IN  
connector. The power source will switch to the internal battery pack.  
When the external battery begins to fail and an internal battery  
pack is not used  
First load the DSR-1/1P with a fully charged internal battery pack, then  
remove the DC output cable of the external battery from the DC IN  
connector. The power source will switch to the internal battery pack. To  
use an external battery again, connect a fully charged external battery to  
the DC IN connector before unloading the internal battery pack. The  
power source will switch to the external battery.  
Continuous operation when operating with only an internal  
battery pack  
First, connect a fully charged external battery to the DC IN connector, then  
change the internal battery.  
Notes  
• Whenever an internal battery pack is loaded and an external battery is  
connected to the DC IN connector, the external battery is always used as  
the power source.  
• There may be some noise on the video or audio signal at the instant the  
power sources are switched.  
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Power Supply  
Using an AC Power Source  
The DSR-1/1P can be connected to an AC power source via an optional  
AC-550/550CE/DN1/DN2A or CMA-8A/8ACE AC adaptor. If you  
connect the DSR-1/1P to this adaptor while a battery is fitted, the power  
supply will automatically switch from the battery to the AC power source.  
Using the AC-550/550CE or CMA-8A/8ACE AC Adaptor  
POWER switch: ON  
DC OUT  
To AC power source  
DC power cord  
(supplied with AC-550/550CE or  
CMA-8A/8ACE)  
AC-550/550CE or  
CMA-8A/8ACE AC  
Adaptor  
AC power cord  
(supplied with AC-550/550CE  
or CMA-8A/8ACE)  
DC IN  
Using an AC-DN1/DN2A AC Adaptor  
Mount the AC-DN1/DN2A on the DSR-1/1P in the same way as a battery,  
then connect to the AC power source.  
To AC power  
source  
Note  
When power consumption of the DSR-1/1P, camera and accessories is 38  
W or higher, use the AC-DN2A AC adaptor (lower than 150 W).  
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Cassettes for the DSR-1/1P  
The DSR-1/1P can use standard-size and mini-size DVCAM and DV  
series metal tape cassettes. (To ensure high-quality playback, editing, and  
storage of recorded contents, we recommend using highly reliable  
DVCAM cassettes.)  
The following table lists the cassettes that can be used in the DSR-1/1P.  
Model name  
PDV-64ME/94ME/124ME/184ME Standard size  
PDVM-12ME/22ME/32ME/40ME Mini size  
Size  
The numbers in the model names show maximum recording/playback time  
(minutes) for each model. For example, the maximum recording/playback  
time of the PDV-184ME is 184 minutes.  
Notes  
• If you insert an incorrect type of cassette, it will be automatically ejected.  
• When using a DV cassette, the maximum recording time is reduced to  
two-thirds of the time indicated on the cassette. For example, up to 40  
minutes of recording can be done on a 60-minute DV cassette.  
DVCAM cassettes  
The following figure illustrates the DVCAM cassette’s appearance.  
Standard size  
Mini size  
Cassette memory  
REC/SAVE switch  
For ClipLink shooting, a DVCAM cassette including “cassette memory” is  
necessary. In the cassette memory, data required for editing the recorded  
video (ClipLink log data) is stored. The DSR-1/1P can record or play back  
the cassettes with cassette memory of 16 kbits or less.  
For details of ClipLink log data, see Chapter 5 “ClipLink Shooting”.  
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Cassettes for the DSR-1/1P  
Notes on using cassettes  
• Before storing the cassette, 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. The storage case of a DVCAM cassette is specially designed to  
eusure a long-period storage of the tape.  
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 and cause 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 instructions on removing tape slack, see next page.  
• Follow the instructions on page 39 to insert a cassette, or the DSR-1/1P  
may be damaged.  
Preventing accidental erasure  
Set the REC/SAVE switch to SAVE to prevent accidental erasure of  
recorded contents.  
REC/SAVE switch  
Set to SAVE  
REC  
SAVE  
If you insert a cassette into the DSR-1/1P when this switch is set to SAVE,  
the DSR-1/1P will not record when you press the REC button.  
To enable recording  
Set the REC/SAVE switch back to REC.  
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Checking the tape for slack  
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 holder,  
close the cassette holder, and after about 10 seconds take it out.  
See page 39 on how to insert a cassette.  
Paper clip, etc.  
Reel  
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Shooting  
This section describes basic shooting operations using the DSR-1/1P.  
Notes  
• When you will not perform ClipLink shooting, set the ClipLink function  
to oFF in the VTR menu.  
See page 67 for menu setting and see Chapter 5 for details of ClipLink shooting.  
• Before shooting, mount or connect any required equipment or accessories  
and check the power supply.  
See Chapter 2 “Fitting and Connecting Related Equipment”.  
Also, it is desireable to make sure for problems in VCR’s internal  
operations and the VCR/Camera connection using the auto-check  
function.  
See “Using Auto-Check Function —Menu 210” on page 65.  
• When using a tape recorded by the DSR-1/1P to transfer digital (video/  
audio/time code) signals at four times normal speed from the DSR-85/  
85P Digital Videocassette Recorder to the ES-7 EditStation for editing  
purposes, there must be about at least 40 seconds of recording on the tape  
before the IN point. To perform editing without problems, it is  
recommended that you pre-record at least 40 seconds of color bar signals  
at the beginning of the tape.  
3 1  
2
1 4  
1 Set the POWER switch to ON and check the following items in the  
display window.  
Item to check Indication and steps  
See also  
How is the  
battery?  
BATT E (pppppp) F: The battery 1 Display window”  
is fully charged.  
in the “Display  
Section” (page 11)  
If two or fewer marks appear and the  
indication is blinking, replace the  
battery.  
Has the lithium Make sure that the  
battery been  
inserted and is replace the lithium battery.  
it charged?  
is not shown in “Inserting and  
Li  
the display window. If it is shown,  
Replacing the  
Lithium Battery”  
(page 21)  
Is there a  
condensation  
problem?  
Make sure that the “HUMID”  
“Condensation”  
indication is not shown in the display (page 73)  
window. If it is shown, do not use the  
equipment until the “HUMID”  
indication disappears.  
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2 Press the EJECT button to open the cassette holder, and insert the  
cassette.  
Make sure that the cassette’s REC/SAVE switch is set to REC, then  
check for tape slack before loading the cassette.  
For details on handling cassettes, see “Cassettes for the DSR-1/1P” on page  
35.  
Inserting a standard-size cassette  
Cassette holder  
window  
Indication “PUSH”  
Insert the cassette with the cassette window (on the front) facing outward.  
Inserting a mini-size cassette  
Mini-size cassette  
Stage  
match marks  
Indication  
“PUSH”  
Lock  
Cassette holder window  
Guides  
Insert the cassette with the cassette window (on the front) facing  
outward. Push the cassette between the both guides along the  
stage until it goes under the lock.  
Press on “PUSH” on the cassette holder solidly to close the holder.  
Notes  
• Turn the power on and then insert or eject the cassette.  
• When inserting a mini-size cassette, confirm the cassette is under the  
lock (see the above figure), and then close the cassette holder. If the  
cassette is not inserted fully under the lock, a stopper will prevent the  
cassette holder from closing when you press down on it.  
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• Internal parts of the DSR-1/1P may become bent or otherwise  
damaged if you attempt to close the cassette holder after inserting a  
mini-size cassette in the wrong direction (such as with the cassette  
turned backside front so the reel holes face the cassette holder  
window or with the cassette turned sideways so that a short side  
enters first).  
• If  
appears in the display window when the cassette is loaded, it  
CL  
means that data has already been recorded into the cassette memory.  
If you record under this condition whether the ClipLink function is  
available or not, the existing cassette memory data will be  
overwritten. To avoid this, insert a new cassette.  
• After inserting the cassette, close the cassette holder solidly by  
pressing on the “PUSH” indication on the holder. Unless the cassette  
holder is closed solidly, the tape will not be loaded and the tape  
operation buttons will not function. If you find the tape operation  
buttons inoperable, press on the “PUSH” indication again to make  
sure that the cassette holder is solidly closed.  
Do not insert cassette sideways.  
Do not insert cassette backside front.  
3 Make the switch settings shown in the figure below.  
LIGHT  
WARNING  
OVER dB OVER  
0
PB DATE NDF EXT-LK  
HOLD  
ON  
OFF  
-12  
-20  
H
MIN  
SEC  
FRM  
RESET  
CLIP  
TAPE  
BATT  
DIAG  
CL CONT IP  
DISPLAY  
-30  
-40  
DVCAM  
COUNTER  
TC  
U-BIT  
E
F
Li  
-  
F8 32k  
F8 48k  
1
2
RF SERVO HUMID SLACK  
(MENU SET)  
MENU  
ADVANCE  
SHIFT  
ALARM  
AUDIO LEVEL  
MONITOR SELECT  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
CH-1  
PRESET  
REGEN  
DATE/TIME  
F-RUN  
SET  
AUDIO SELECT  
(CH-1/CH-2)  
MONITOR  
MIX  
AUDIO SELECT  
CH-1 CH-2  
CH-2  
R-RUN  
switches: AUTOa)  
AUDIO IN  
ClipLink CONTINUE  
CAM  
BACK TALLY  
REAR  
OFF  
ON  
TC mode switch 2: F-RUN or R-RUNb)  
TC mode switch 1: PRESETb)  
a) When this switch is set to MANUAL, the recording volume can be manually  
adjusted. For details, see “Manually adjusting audio recording level” on page 42.  
b) For details, see “Setting Time Code Value” on page 51.  
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4 Display menu 212 and select the audio recording mode (two-channel  
mode or four-channel mode).  
For menu operation, see “Selecting Audio Recording Mode — Menu 212”  
(page 67).  
Note  
If you should switch audio modes during recording, the recordings at  
switching points prevent editing. Avoid changing the audio mode once  
you have started recording. One of the following warning indicators  
appears in the display area when you change the audio mode setting.  
Warning indication  
Status  
Fs 48K (flashes four times Attempting to switch from 32-kHz mode (four-  
per second)  
channel mode) to 48-kHz mode (two-channel  
mode)  
Fs 32K (flashes four times Attempting to switch from 48-kHz mode (two-  
per second)  
channel mode) to 32-kHz mode (four-channel  
mode).  
5 Set up the camera to suit your recording objectives, and press the VTR  
button on the camera or lens.  
For details on camera setup, see your camera’s operating instructions.  
Recording begins when the TALLY indicator stays lit after blinking  
for a moment.  
During recording, the tape transport buttons (EJECT, REW, F FWD,  
PLAY, and STOP) cannot be used.  
Note  
The DSR-1/1P stops recording if you turn the camera’s power switch  
off during recording. This causes the DSR-1/1P’s WARNING  
indicator to light, and the warning tone is emitted. At the same time,  
the REC/TALLY indicator(s) blink(s) in the viewfinder.  
Operation  
Step  
To view image  
being shot  
Look into the viewfinder.  
Connect a video monitor to the VIDEO OUT connector or  
S VIDEO OUT connector.  
To listen to audio  
track being shot.  
Connect an earphone to the EARPHONE connector  
or listen to the audio from the speaker.  
To pause recording Press the VTR button on the camera or lens.  
For instructions on continuing to record after a pause, see  
“Back Space Editing” (page 43).  
To stop recording  
Press the VTR button on the camera or lens, then press the  
STOP button on the DSR-1/1P.  
With this state, it is impossible to start back space editing.  
To remove the  
cassette  
Check that the power is on, then press the EJECT button to  
open the cassette holder and remove the cassette. Close  
the cassette holder.  
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Manually adjusting audio recording level  
1 In step 3 above (“Shooting”), set the AUDIO SELECT (CH-1/CH-2)  
switches to MANUAL (see page 40).  
2 While checking the audio level in the display window, turn the AUDIO  
LEVEL (CH-1/CH-2) knob for the channel being used for microphone  
or wireless microphone system connection (channel 1 or 2) so that the  
maximum audio level is under 0 dB.  
LIGHT  
WARNING  
OVER dB OVER  
0
PB DATE NDF EXT-LK  
HOLD  
ON  
OFF  
-12  
-20  
H
MIN  
SEC  
FRM  
Audio level  
indications  
RESET  
CLIP  
TAPE  
BATT  
DIAG  
CL CONT IP  
DISPLAY  
-30  
-40  
DVCAM  
COUNTER  
TC  
U-BIT  
E
F
Li  
-  
F
F
8
8
32k  
48k  
1
2
RF SERVO HUMID SLACK  
(MENU SET)  
MENU  
ADVANCE  
SHIFT  
ALARM  
AUDIO LEVEL  
(CH-1/CH-2)  
knobs  
AUDIO LEVEL  
MONITOR SELECT  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
CH-1  
PRESET  
REGEN  
DATE/TIME  
F-RUN  
SET  
MONITOR  
MIX  
AUDIO SELECT  
CH-1 CH-2  
CH-2  
R-RUN  
AUDIO IN  
ClipLink CONTINUE  
CAM  
BACK TALLY  
REAR  
OFF  
ON  
When the battery is getting exhausted  
When the battery is getting exhausted, the BATT indication in the  
display window blinks once a second (see page 12). Replace the battery  
with a charged battery immediately. If you continue to use the low  
battery, the BATT indication will blink four times a second, and the  
operation will stop.  
For description of how to replace batteries, see “Power Supply” on page 31.  
Note  
Turn the POWER switch OFF before replacing the battery.  
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Back Space Editing  
This section describes the steps for recording several scenes continuously.  
If using the DSR-1/1P with the DXC-D30/D30P/D35/D35P, you can also perform  
back space editing while creating clips. For details, see Chapter 5 “ClipLink  
Shooting”.  
1 Follow steps 1 to 5 (pages 38 to 41) in the procedure “Shooting” to  
begin recording.  
To continue the time code that has been recorded on the tape, set the  
TC mode switch 2 to R-RUN in step 3 (page 40).  
For details of time codes, see “Setting Time Code Value” on page 51.  
2 When you have finished recording a scene, press the VTR button on  
the camera or lens.  
This pauses the recording operation.  
Note  
Do not do any of the following before the next scene is shot as it  
will interrupt the recording (the recording will not be continuous).  
• Remove the cassette.  
• Transport the tape (play, rewind, fast forward).  
• Press the STOP button.  
• Replace the battery when the DSR-1/1P is powered.  
3 When you are ready to shoot the next scene, again press the VTR  
button on the camera or lens.  
This restarts the recording operation.  
4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each scene to be shot.  
Operation  
Step  
Restart an interrupted  
recording  
See “Starting Back Space Editing at Any Tape  
Position” on next page.  
(see step 2 above)  
Check the recorded contents  
See “Checking the Record Contents  
Immediately After Shooting —Recording  
Review” on page 47.  
Stop recording  
Press the VTR button on the camera or lens,  
then press the STOP button on the DSR-1/1P.  
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If there is a long period before shooting the next scene  
Setting the camera’s power switch to ON SAVE can help you conserve on  
power and extend battery usage. However, since it takes time for the  
recording to start after pressing the VTR button, set up standby-on mode  
shortly beforehand by changing the camera’s power switch to ON STBY.  
Once set in standby-on mode, the DSR-1/1P waits a certain (user-  
definable) period of time and then automatically switches to standby-off  
mode.  
For details on setting the camera’s power switch (ON SAVE/ON STBY), see the  
operating instructions for your camera.  
For details on setting the timeout value for automatic switching to standby-off  
mode, see “Setting the Standby Period — Menu 207” on page 64.  
Starting Back Space Editing at Any Tape Position  
This section describes the steps for insert a new scene at any desired  
position on the tape.  
The following steps can also be used to restart recording after an  
interruption has occurred.  
1 Perform step 1 (page 38) in “Shooting”.  
2 Insert the cassette containing the previous recording.  
3 Perform steps 3 and 4 (pages 40 and 41) in “Shooting”.  
To continue from the last time code of the previous recording, set TC  
mode switch 1 to REGEN.  
For details about time codes, “Setting Time Code Value” on page 51.  
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4 Press the PLAY button.  
The recorded contents are displayed on the viewfinder screen.  
STOP button  
REW button  
PLAY button  
F FWD button  
STOP  
REW  
PLAY  
F FWD  
EJECT  
Operation at playback Step  
Fast forward the tape  
Rewind the tape  
Press the F FWD button.  
Press the REW button.  
5 Press the STOP button when the tape reaches the position where the  
new recording will start (see the figure above).  
This stops the tape.  
6 Press the REC REVIEW button1) on the camera or the RET button1) on  
the lens.  
This rewinds the tape slightly and runs it until the continue point  
(specified by step 5), then sets the DSR-1/1P to recording pause state.  
7 Press the VTR button on the camera or lens.  
This starts recording.  
When using the DXC-D30/D30P/D35/D35P, the edit search function enables you  
to search for the continue position. For details, see the operating instructions for  
the DXC-D30/D30P/D35/D35P.  
..........................................................................................................................................................................................................  
1) For more information about the REC REVIEW and RET  
buttons refer to the operating instructions for your  
camera.  
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Note  
If you turn the POWER switch off during recording, or when recording is  
paused, the DSR-1/1P automatically goes through its shut-down sequence,  
then powers off. When you next turn the POWER switch on, the DSR-1/  
1P automatically finds the point at which recording ended, and sets itself  
up so that you can carry in with continuous recording. Note that this  
operation takes several seconds: do not turn the POWER switch is turned  
off or replace the battery during this interval, as the automatic recording  
continuity will be lost.  
Note also that the recording continuity is lost in the following case.  
• If the POWER switch is turned on and off repeatedly.  
• If the DSR-1/1P is left powered off for several hours.  
• If the DSR-1/1P is subject to severe vibration while powered off.  
• If for any other reason the automatic recording continuity function is  
unable to operate correctly.  
• If the lithium battery (CR2032) is exhausted, or if no lithium battery has  
been fitted.  
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Playback — Checking Recorded Contents  
Checking the Recorded Contents Immediately After Shooting  
— Recording Review  
Immediately after shooting, you can use the recording review function to  
automatically rewind and play back the last 2 to 10 seconds of the  
recording to check the recorded contents.  
Performing recording review  
With recording paused, press the REC REVIEW button1) on the camera or  
the RET button1) on the lens.  
Depending on how long you hold down the button, the tape is  
automatically rewound over the last 2 to 10 seconds of the recording, and  
then this last part of the recording is shown in the viewfinder. You can also  
listen to the recorded sound via an earphone or the speaker. After the  
recorded part is played back, the DSR-1/1P is automatically returns to the  
pause state.  
Notes  
• During recording review, do not turn the POWER switch off. The DSR-1/  
1P may not be able to find the continue point.  
• If you press the VTR button on the camera or lens during recording  
review, the DSR-1/1P stops the recording review and starts recording. In  
this case (when ClipLink mode is OFF), it is impossible to start back  
space editing.  
Viewing Monochrome Playback in the Viewfinder  
You can view a monochrome playback of the recording in the camera’s  
viewfinder.  
1 Turn the DSR-1/1P’s power on.  
2 Load a cassette.  
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1) For more information about the REC REVIEW and RET  
buttons refer to the operating instructions for your  
camera.  
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3 Press the PLAY button.  
This starts playback, during which a monochrome playback of the  
recording is shown in the camera’s viewfinder.  
STOP button  
REW button  
PLAY button  
F FWD button  
STOP  
REW  
PLAY  
F FWD  
EJECT  
Operation  
Step  
Fast forward the tape  
Rewind the tape  
Stop the tape  
Press the F FWD button.  
Press the REW button.  
Press the STOP button.  
Note  
If two or more series of index pictures are recorded separately on the tape,  
they may be played back at back space editing points.  
For details about index pictures, see Chapter 5 “ClipLink Shooting”.  
Viewing Color Playback  
Using a color television or color video monitor, you can view a color  
playback (with no playback adaptors).  
Connect a color television or color video monitor to the VIDEO OUT  
connector or the S VIDEO OUT connector.  
See the previous section “Viewing Monochrome Playback in the  
Viewfinder” for playback operation.  
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Switching Time Value Indications  
The DSR-1/1P uses three types of time values: counter 1 Set the DISPLAY switch to COUNTER.  
values, time code values, and user bits.  
The time value is displayed in the DXC-D30/D30P/  
D35/D35P’s viewfinder screen and in the DSR-1/1P’s  
display window.  
The time value indication in the display window  
shows the current counter value.  
2 Press the RESET/(MENU SET) button.  
LIGHT  
WARNING  
OVER dB OVER  
0
This resets the counter shown in the viewfinder  
and display window as “0:00:00:00”.  
PB DATE NDF EXT-LK  
HOLD  
ON  
OFF  
Time value  
indication  
-12  
-20  
H
MIN  
SEC  
FRM  
RESET  
CLIP  
TAPE  
BATT  
DIAG  
CL CONT IP  
DISPLAY  
-30  
-40  
DVCAM  
COUNTER  
TC  
U-BIT  
E
F
Li  
-  
F
F
8
8
32k  
48k  
1
2
RF SERVO HUMID SLACK  
The counter value starts advancing as the tape is  
transported. It shows negative values if the tape is  
rewound past the point where the counter was  
reset.  
(MENU SET)  
DISPLAY  
switch  
Note  
Use the DISPLAY switch to switch time value  
indications.  
Discontinuous recording in the tape may cause the  
counter to malfunction during playback.  
Type of time value  
DISPLAY switch setting  
Counter of tape transport time COUNTER  
Time code  
User bits  
TC  
U-BIT  
Displaying the Date/Time  
Note  
The DSR-1/1P automatically records the real time of  
the built-in clock on the tape in addition to time codes  
and video/audio signals.  
Perform the following steps to display the date or time  
instead of the time value.  
The time code and user bits cannot be displayed if the  
tape does not have time code and/or user bits  
recordings or if the time code was recorded using a  
non-compatible method.  
For details of the time value indication in the viewfinder, see  
the operating instructions for your camera.  
1 Confirm the following.  
Parts to confirm  
State  
Display window  
The VTR menu is not displayed.  
TC mode Switch  
1/2  
Set to the position other than  
PRESET/SET.  
Resetting the Counter  
The counter value shows the tape’s running time in  
hours, minutes, seconds, and frames format. Before  
starting a tape, perform the following steps to reset the  
counter.  
2 Set the DISPLAY switch to TC or U-BIT.  
3 Press the SHIFT button.  
While pressing the SHIFT button, the date or time  
is displayed at the location of the time value  
indication.  
Counter  
LIGHT  
WARNING  
OVER dB OVER  
0
PB DATE NDF EXT-LK  
HOLD  
ON  
OFF  
-12  
-20  
H
MIN  
SEC  
RESET  
CLIP  
TAPE  
BATT  
DIAG  
CL CONT IP  
DISPLAY switch setting  
Indication  
Time  
DISPLAY  
-30  
-40  
DVCAM  
COUNTER  
TC  
U-BIT  
E
F
Li  
-∞  
1
F
F
8
8
32k  
48k  
TC  
2
1
2
RF SERVO HUMID SLACK  
(MENU SET)  
U-BIT  
Date  
For description of how to set the DSR-1/1P’s built-in  
clock, see “Setting the Real Time Clock and Calendar  
— Menu 101” on page 63.  
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Setting the User Bit Value  
You can set the user bits as eight-digit hexadecimal  
values (base 16) to have the date, time, scene number,  
and other information inserted into the time code.  
When using both the time code and user bits, set up the  
user bits first. If you set the time code first, the internal  
time code generator will remain stopped while you set  
the user bits, which will set the time value off from the  
original setting.  
Note  
Setting the user bit value may be disallowed in some  
cases at ClipLink shooting. For details, see step 4 on  
page 56 in Chapter 5 “ClipLink Shooting”  
4
LIGHT  
WARNING  
OVER dB OVER  
0
PB DATE NDF EXT-LK  
HOLD  
ON  
OFF  
-12  
-20  
RESET  
CLIP  
TAPE  
BATT  
DIAG  
CL CONT IP  
DISPLAY  
-30  
-40  
DVCAM  
COUNTER  
TC  
U-BIT  
E
F
Li  
-∞  
F
F
8
8
32k  
48k  
1
2
RF SERVO HUMID SLACK  
1
(MENU SET)  
MENU  
ADVANCE  
SHIFT  
ALARM  
AUDIO LEVEL  
MONITOR SELECT  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
CH-1  
PRESET  
REGEN  
DATE/TIME  
F-RUN  
SET  
MONITOR  
MIX  
AUDIO SELECT  
CH-1 CH-2  
CH-2  
R-RUN  
AUDIO IN  
ClipLink CONTINUE  
CAM  
BACK TALLY  
REAR  
OFF  
ON  
2 3  
1 Set the DISPLAY switch to U-BIT.  
The user bits indication appears.  
4 Set the user bits.  
Operation Step  
Select a  
digit  
Press the SHIFT button.  
Each time you press the SHIFT button,  
the next digit to the right starts blinking.  
2 Set the TC mode switch 1 to PRESET.  
3 Set the TC mode switch 2 to SET.  
Change a  
value  
Press the ADVANCE button.  
Each time you press the ADVANCE  
button, the displayed value is  
incremented to F and returns to 0.  
This causes the leftmost digit in the user bits  
indication to start blinking.  
Reset  
Press the RESET/(MENU SET) button.  
The display returns to “00 00 00 00”.  
Hexadecimal digits A to F are displayed as  
follows.  
Hexadecimal digit  
Display  
A
B
C
D
E
F
A
b
C
d
E
F
5 Perform step 6 in “Setting the Time Code Value”  
on page 52.  
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Setting the Time Code Value  
For details of setting user bits, see “Setting the User Bit  
Value” on previous page.  
This section describes the steps for setting time code  
recording methods for particular shooting conditions  
and setting initial values.  
When using both the time code and user bits, set up  
the user bits first. If you set the time code first, the  
internal time code generator will remain stopped while  
you set the user bits, which will set the time value off  
from the original setting.  
Note  
Setting the time code value may be disallowed in some  
cases at ClipLink shooting. For details, see step 4 on  
page 56 in Chapter 5 “ClipLink Shooting”  
5 4  
LIGHT  
WARNING  
OVER dB OVER  
0
PB DATE NDF EXT-LK  
HOLD  
ON  
OFF  
-12  
-20  
H
MIN  
SEC  
FRM  
RESET  
CLIP  
TAPE  
BATT  
DIAG  
CL CONT IP  
DISPLAY  
-30  
-40  
DVCAM  
COUNTER  
TC  
U-BIT  
E
F
Li  
-∞  
F8 32k  
F8 48k  
1
2
RF SERVO HUMID SLACK  
1
(MENU SET)  
MENU  
ADVANCE  
SHIFT  
ALARM  
AUDIO LEVEL  
MONITOR SELECT  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
CH-1  
PRESET  
REGEN  
DATE/TIME  
F-RUN  
SET  
MONITOR  
MIX  
AUDIO SELECT  
CH-1 CH-2  
CH-2  
R-RUN  
AUDIO IN  
ClipLink CONTINUE  
CAM  
BACK TALLY  
REAR  
OFF  
ON  
2 3,6  
5 For the DSR-1, use menu 204 to select the frame  
1 Set the DISPLAY switch to TC.  
mode.  
2 Set the TC mode switch 1 to PRESET.  
Operation  
Adjust the discrepancy bestrewn Select the drop-  
time code value and real time frame mode.  
Need not adjust the discrepancy Select the non-  
Step  
3 Set the TC mode switch 2 to SET.  
This causes the leftmost digit in the time code  
display to start blinking.  
bestrewn time code value and  
drop-frame mode.  
real time  
4 Set the time code initial value.  
For more information about the drop-frame/non-drop-  
frame mode, see “Drop-frame mode (for DSR-1 Only)”  
on next page.  
Operation Step  
Select a  
digit  
Press the SHIFT button.  
Each time you press the SHIFT button,  
the next digit to the right starts blinking.  
For details of menu operations, see page 63.  
(Continued)  
Change a  
value  
Press the ADVANCE button.  
Each time you press the ADVANCE  
button, the displayed value increases.  
Reset  
Press the RESET/(MENU SET) button.  
The display returns to “00:00:00:00”.  
The time code value can be set anywhere in the  
range of “00:00:00:00” to “23:59:59:29” (DSR-1)  
or “23:59:59:24 (DSR-1P).  
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Setting the Time Code Value  
6 Use the TC mode switch 2 to set the desired  
Restarting an interrupted recording  
running mode.  
Perform the following steps to make the time code  
continuous when the recording has been interrupted or  
when the cassette tape has been removed from the  
DSR-1/1P between shootings.  
Operation  
Setting  
Time code advances freely regardless of  
the VTR’s current operation mode.  
F-RUN  
Time code value advances only while  
recording.  
R-RUN  
1 Set the TC mode switch 1 to REGEN.  
If you select F-RUN, the time code starts  
advancing immediately.  
Time code advance is automatically set to R-RUN  
even if the TC mode switch 2 has been set to F-  
RUN.  
Drop-frame mode (for DSR-1 Only)  
2 Perform steps 1 to 6 of “Starting Back Space  
Editing at Any Tape Position” on page 44.  
In the NTSC standard, the time code value is based on  
30 frames per second, but the exact video frame  
frequency is in fact 29.97 frames per second and the  
real time, or 18 frames per 10 minutes.  
Drop-frame mode corrects for this by skipping two  
frame counts at the beginning of every minute which is  
not a multiple of ten.  
When the DSR-1/1P is at the recording pause state,  
the recorded time code is read from the tape and  
synchronized to the internal time code generator.  
3 Press the VTR button on the camera or lens to  
restart back space editing.  
Example: When the minute value is changing from  
11 to 12  
Setting the Time Code to the  
Real Time Clock and Calendar  
00:05:11:29  
00:05:12:00  
00:05:12:01  
These two are dropped.  
Set the TC mode switch 1 to DATE/TIME.  
00:05:12:02  
This synchronizes the time code generator to real time  
(recorded in the user bits) and date (recorded in the  
time code), using the real time clock and calendar set  
in menu 101.  
In non-drop-frame mode, however, no frame counts  
are omitted, and there is a gradual deviation of the time  
code from real time.  
Once you set this switch to DATE/TIME position, it is  
not possible to retrieve the previous value (user bits  
and time code) in the time code generator.  
Making the Time Code  
Continuous at Back Space  
Editing  
For how to set the real time clock and calendar, see  
“Setting the Real Time Clock and Calendar — Menu 101”  
on page 63.  
Set the TC mode switch 2 to R-RUN and start back  
space editing.  
For operation of back space editing, see “Back Space  
Editing” on page 43.  
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Synchronization With External Time Code Signals  
— Gen-Lock  
To edit and compile a recording that is shot using  
multiple camcorders, it is necessary to synchronize the  
video and time code of the various camcorders (by  
gen-lock).  
Note  
Synchronization with external time code signals (by  
gen-lock) may be disallowed in some cases at  
ClipLink shooting. For details, see step 4 on page 56  
in Chapter 5 “ClipLink Shooting”  
Connection for Gen-Lock  
Connect the reference video and time code signals to  
the DSR-1/1P as shown below.  
Locking the video and time code signals to an external reference signal  
Camera  
DSR-1/1P  
GEN LOCK IN  
Reference video signal  
TC IN  
Reference time code signal  
Locking the video and time code signals to another camcorder’s video and time code  
signals  
Using one camcorder as reference, to its video and  
time code signals, lock the other camcorders’ video  
and time code signals.  
If the reference camcorder is gen-locked to an external  
reference signal, any other connected camcorders are  
gen-locked to the same reference signal.  
Composite video signal (used as reference video signal)  
Time code signal (used as reference time code signal)  
Camera  
DSR-1/1P  
Camera’s VIDEO OUTa)  
TC OUT  
Locked camcorder  
Camera DSR-1/1P  
TC IN  
GEN LOCK IN  
TC OUT  
Reference camcorder  
Camera’s VIDEO OUTa)  
a) The output signal from the VIDEO OUT connector on the DSR-1/1P may discontinue  
when switching the operation between recording and playback. Use the output signal  
from the VIDEO OUT connector on the camera.  
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Synchronization With External Time Code Signals —Gen-Lock  
Locking the Internal Time Code  
Generator to the Reference Time  
Code  
Perform the following steps to synchronize the DSR-1/  
1P’s internal time code generator to an external time  
code.  
1 Set the TC mode switch 1 to PRESET.  
2 Set the TC mode switch 2 to F-RUN.  
3 Connect a reference time code and video signal to  
the DSR-1/1P.  
For connections, see the previous section “Connection  
for Gen-Lock”.  
“EXT-LK” will be displayed in the display  
window. The internal time code generator will  
maintain its externally synchronized state even  
after you disconnect the reference time code signal.  
The precision of this synchronization (phase  
alignment) of time codes depends on the precision  
of the camera’s sync signal generator.  
Notes  
• After setting up external synchronization, allow a few  
seconds for the camera’s sync signal generator to  
stabilize before recording.  
• Only the time code can be externally synchronized.  
User bits cannot be externally synchronized.  
• If you switch the setting on the DSR-1/1P’s or the  
camera’s POWER switch while the camcorder is  
operating under external synchronization,  
synchronization precision will be reduced.  
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Recording Using ClipLink Function  
For an overview of the ClipLink function, refer to the  
supplied “ClipLink™ Guide”.  
The ClipLink function is intended to be used at various  
stages from recording to editing. When you record  
using this function, index pictures are automatically  
recorded along with the time code, scene number, and  
other data, all of which make for more efficient  
editing.  
LIGHT  
WARNING  
OVER dB OVER  
PB DATE NDF EXT-LK  
HOLD  
ON  
0
OFF  
-12  
-20  
H
MIN  
SEC  
FRM  
1,2  
3
CL CONT IP  
RESET  
CLIP  
TAPE  
BATT  
DIAG  
DISPLAY  
-30  
-40  
DVCAM  
COUNTER  
TC  
U-BIT  
E
F
Li  
-  
F8 32k  
F8 48k  
1
2
RF SERVO HUMID SLACK  
(MENU SET)  
MENU  
ADVANCE  
SHIFT  
ALARM  
1
2
AUDIO LEVEL  
MONITOR SELECT  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
CH-1  
PRESET  
REGEN  
DATE/TIME  
F-RUN  
SET  
MONITOR  
MIX  
AUDIO SELECT  
CH-1 CH-2  
CH-2  
R-RUN  
AUDIO IN  
ClipLink CONTINUE  
CAM  
BACK TALLY  
REAR  
OFF  
ON  
memory, you may lose any data that was  
1 Perform the first two steps (pages 38 to 40) in the  
previously written to the cassette memory. Also,  
if you use a cassette that contains data recorded in  
ClipLink mode on the DSR-1/1P for recording on  
a different VCR, you may lose any data that was  
previously written to the cassette memory.  
• When you power the DSR-1/1P or insert a  
cassette, black squares (p) blink in the place of  
the clip remaining indication in the display  
window (during this, the cassette memory data is  
being checked). Start recording after the blinking  
ends, or the ClipLink function will be disabled.  
Chapter 3 “Shooting”. Check the following points.  
Check point  
Method  
Check the ClipLink  
function is on (or set it to  
on).  
See “Selecting the  
ClipLink Function —Menu  
211” under Chapter 6  
“Menu” (page 67).  
Check whether or not the  
appears in the display  
cassette includes cassette window when the loaded  
memory. (The DSR-1/1P cassette includes cassette  
supports cassettes with up memory. (The ClipLink  
to 16 Kbits of cassette  
memory.)  
function cannot be used  
unless appears in the  
display window.)  
• When  
appears in the display window, it  
CL  
Make sure that the lithium  
battery has been correctly window if the lithium  
inserted and is not used  
up.  
appears in the display  
means that data has already been recorded into  
the cassette memory. If you record under this  
condition whether the ClipLink function is  
available or not, the existing cassette memory  
data will be overwritten. To avoid this, you can  
either insert a new cassette or follow the  
Li  
battery has not been  
inserted or is used up.  
CLIP and  
appear in the display window.  
IP  
Display Meaning  
procedure for appending cassette memory data, as  
described in the section “Resuming Recording in  
CLIP  
The DSR-1/1P is in ClipLink mode.  
ClipLink Mode” (page 58). If the  
is flashing,  
The DSR-1/1P is in ClipLink mode and can  
record index pictures.  
IP  
CL  
it means abnormality of the cassette memory. In  
this case, it is impossible to continue recording  
from that data on ClipLink mode.  
Notes  
• If you use a cassette that contains data recorded  
via a different VCR (not the DSR-1/1P), when  
you enter a cassette name/number in the cassette  
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2 Check the number and perform one of the  
Note  
following responses.  
When CONT appears, regardless of the setting of the  
TC mode switch 1, the time code generator  
automatically enters REGEN mode. Consequently,  
you cannot freely specify a time code nor can you  
use the external synchronization (genlock)  
function.  
Indication  
Meaning/response  
CLIP pppppp  
Adequate recording capacity  
remains.  
CLIP p  
Capacity for ten or fewer index  
pictures remain. Load a new  
cassette if the number is not  
sufficient.  
5 To stop recording, press the VTR button on the  
Other  
Check the number of recordable  
index pictures remaining, and  
load a new cassette if the  
number is not sufficient.  
camera or the lens.  
This sets recording pause mode.  
The time codes (HH:MM:SS) for the current clip  
(contents between the Rec IN and Rec OUT  
points) are recorded along with the scene number  
(as scene 001) in the cassette memory. The last  
index picture in the recorded scene is also  
recorded.  
The number of recordable index pictures also  
appears in the time value indication area for as  
long as you hold down the ADVANCE button.  
For details of this display, see “1 Display window” in  
“Display Section” under Chapter 1 (page 11).  
Note  
Note  
While data is being recorded in the cassette  
memory, cutting the power supply or opening the  
cassette holder is disallowed. If you turn the  
POWER switch off or press the EJECT button,  
black squares (p) blink in the place of the clip  
remaining indication in the display window. When  
the data has been recorded, the power supply is cut  
or the cassette is ejected.  
The number of recordable clips varies with cassette  
memory capacity. Up to 45 clips (index pictures)  
can be recorded in a 4-Kbit cassette memory and  
up to 198 clips (index pictures) can be recorded in  
a 16-Kbit cassette memory.  
3 Set the AUDIO SELECT (CH-1/CH-2) switch to  
AUTO or MANUAL (see page 40).  
To continuously record the next scene  
Repeat steps 4 and 5.  
The scene number will be automatically incremented  
from the previous number.  
4 Set up and adjust the camera according to your  
shooting objectives, then press the VTR button on  
the camera or the lens.  
For details of camera settings and adjustments, see your  
operating instructions for the camera.  
If you have stopped the recording, see “Resuming  
Recording in ClipLink Mode” (page 58).  
Recording begins when the TALLY indicator stays  
lit after blinking for a moment.  
The DSR-1/1P enters ClipLink continue mode (in  
which back space editing is possible using  
ClipLink function) and indication CONT appears in  
the display window.  
When using the DSR-1/1P with the DXC-D30/D30P/  
D35/D35P camera, you can set or clear an “NG”  
designation for the previously recorded scene before  
shooting the next scene.  
For details of this operation, see the operating instructions  
for the DXC-D30/D30P/D35/D35P.  
During recording, the recording start (Rec IN)  
point, the time code (HH:MM:SS format) and  
index pictures are recorded into the DSR-1/1P’s  
internal memory.  
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Notes  
Setting cue points  
• During recording pause, pressing the STOP/PLAY/F  
FWD/REW buttons, performing edit search (with the  
DXC-D30/D30P/D35/D35P), or ejecting the cassette  
will interrupt the ClipLink shooting. With this state, it  
is impossible to start back space editing using  
The following data is recorded onto the cassette when  
you specify a cue point to highlight a scene.  
• Time codes (HH:MM:SS) for Rec IN/OUT points  
• Time codes (HH:MM:SS:frame) for cue points  
• Scene number: The scene number counter is  
automatically incremented with each Rec OUT point  
specification.  
• NG designation, cassette name/number (if set from  
the camera)  
• Index pictures for all Rec IN points: these are  
recorded each time recording is stopped.  
ClipLink function. (The ClipLink continue mode is  
canceled and indication  
in the display window  
CONT  
disappears.) To perform back space editing at the  
recording stop position, press the ClipLink  
CONTINUE button before resuming recording. If  
you do resume recording without pressing this button  
first, the previous recorded data and index pictures  
will be overwritten or otherwise invalidated.  
• Each time you press the STOP button, the number of  
remaining index pictures is decremented by one. If  
you resume recording with the same VCR, the  
number of remaining index pictures is automatically  
incremented by one.  
Setting Mark IN/OUT point  
The following data is recorded onto the cassette when  
you specify Mark IN/OUT points while shooting  
continuously at length, instead of during linked  
recording of each scene.  
For details, see “Resuming Recording in ClipLink Mode”  
(page 58).  
• Do not unplug the power supply connector  
(connected to a battery pack or AC outlet) while the  
POWER switch is still set to ON, as this may cause  
the ClipLink function to operate abnormally. Be sure  
to set the POWER switch to OFF before  
• Time codes (HH:MM:SS) for Mark IN/OUT points  
• Scene number: The scene number counter is  
automatically incremented with each Mark OUT  
point specification.  
• NG specification, cassette name/number (if set from  
the camera)  
disconnecting the power supply.  
• Index pictures for all Mark IN points: these are  
recorded each time recording is stopped.  
Setting Editing Points While  
Shooting (When Using the DXC-  
D30/D30P/D35/D35P)  
Note  
The time codes for Rec IN/OUT points are not  
recorded.  
When shooting with the DSR-1/1P and the DXC-D30/  
D30P/D35/D35P, you can use the DXC-D30/D30P/  
D35/D35P’s TAKE button to record a time code for a  
cue point or a Mark IN/OUT point.  
For details, refer to the operating instructions for the DXC-  
D30/D30P/D35/D35P.  
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Resuming Recording in ClipLink Mode  
During recording pause in ClipLink mode, pressing the  
STOP/PLAY/F FWD/REW buttons, performing edit  
search (with the DXC-D30/D30P/D35/D35P), or  
ejecting the cassette will interrupt the ClipLink  
shooting. With this state, it is impossible to start back  
space editing using ClipLink function. (The ClipLink  
You can avoid this and continue recording in ClipLink  
mode from the previous recording stop point by  
performing the following steps.  
Note  
If you stop recording during the first ten seconds of  
recording, you may not be able to use these steps to  
continue recording in ClipLink mode.  
continue mode is canceled and indication  
in the  
CONT  
display window disappears.) If you resume recording  
on the same cassette, the previously recorded data will  
be overwritten.  
1,2,3  
2
4
1 Perform step 1 (page 38) in Chapter 3 “Shooting”.  
4 Press the ClipLink CONTINUE button.  
2 Insert a cassette if one is not already loaded.  
The tape remaining indication in the display  
window flashes as the DSR-1/1P automatically  
searches the recording stop point. When it finds  
the recording stop point, it stops and enters  
recording pause mode.  
The  
and  
indications should appear in the  
CL  
display window.  
Note  
Once it has stopped, check that the CONT indicator  
appears in the display window.  
If the  
is flashing, it means abnormality of the  
CL  
cassette memory. In this case, it is impossible to  
continue recording from that data on ClipLink  
mode.  
To find the recording stop point efficiently  
If you press the ClipLink CONTINUE button  
after rewinding or fast forwarding the tape to the  
position between the previous recording’s start  
point and stop points, the recording stop point can  
more efficiently be found via an automatic search  
function.  
3 Check the following points.  
Check point Result and response  
CLIP and  
appear in  
the display  
window  
If these indications do not appear in the  
display window, access the VTR menu  
and set ClipLink function to on (see  
page 67).  
IP  
Note  
Remaining  
clips  
Make sure there are enough capacity for  
recording index pictures (see page 13).  
Do not turn the camera’s power switch on or off  
while the DSR-1/1P is searching for the recording  
stop point, as it might disable the search function.  
If, for this or another reason, the recording stop  
point cannot be found, the CONT indicator flashes  
in the display window.  
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5 Press the VTR button on the camera or the lens.  
Index pictures A  
Index pictures B  
D E  
A
B
C
F
G
This starts the recording function.  
6 When the recording is finished, set recording pause  
Recording Recording  
stop  
restart  
mode (or specify a Mark OUT point).  
Recording Remove  
(ClipLink  
continue)  
Recording  
start  
cassette  
stop  
The time code (HH:MM:SS), scene number (serial  
number of scene during which recording was  
stopped) and other data for the current clip  
(contents between the Rec IN and Rec OUT points  
or between Mark IN and Mark OUT points) are  
recorded into cassette memory. The index pictures  
for the recorded scene are recorded after the  
recorded scene.  
Clip  
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
Camcorder A  
Camcorder B  
Insert cassette in camcorder B  
If there is no need for ClipLink continue  
Repeat steps 5 and 6 to start recording the next  
scene.  
It is not necessary to press the ClipLink CONTINUE  
button when restarting recording.  
See step 4 in the previous section “Resuming  
Recording in ClipLink Mode”.  
The index pictures are recorded onto the tape as  
described below.  
When all index pictures are recorded at the end  
of the recordings  
The contents recorded on the cassette may differ in this  
case depending on the settings when the recording is  
restarted.  
Index pictures  
A
E
B
F
C
G
D
When recording in ClipLink mode is started and  
previous recording is overwritten  
Recording stop  
Recording restart  
(ClipLink continue)  
Previous  
New  
Recording  
stop  
Recording  
start  
recording  
recording  
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
Clip  
Previous index pictures:  
erased  
New index pictures  
are recorded.  
ClipLink log data: overwritten by new data  
When two or more series of index pictures are  
separately recorded  
Two or more series of index pictures may be  
recorded if ClipLink shooting is once interrupted  
due to ejecting the cassette and resumed (in case of  
changing the camcorder on resuming, for  
example).  
When recording in ClipLink mode is started after a  
previous recording  
Previous  
recording  
New  
recording  
Previous index pictures:  
retained but invalid  
ClipLink log data:  
overwritten by new data  
New index pictures are recorded.  
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Contents of the VTR Menu  
You can use the VTR menu to make the following  
settings.  
Operation  
Menu No.  
101  
Reference  
Page 63  
Page 63  
Real time clock and calendar settings  
Cumulative hour counts:  
Head drum operating hours  
Tape transport hours  
201  
Operating (power-on) hours  
Frame mode selection for time code (DSR-1 only)  
Battery capacity indication selection  
Standby-on period setting  
204  
206  
207  
210  
211  
212  
213  
214  
220  
221  
Page 63  
Page 64  
Page 64  
Page 65  
Page 67  
Page 67  
Page 68  
Page 68  
Page 69  
Page 69  
Use auto-check function  
Selection of ClipLink function  
Audio recording mode selection  
Audio reference level selection  
Fade-in/fade-out setting for the audio recording start and stop points  
Use setup add  
Use setup remove  
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VTR Menu Operation  
Basic Operation  
Display window  
LIGHT  
ON  
WARNING  
OVER dB OVER  
PB DATE NDF EXT-LK  
HOLD  
0
OFF  
-12  
-20  
H
MIN  
SEC  
FRM  
CL CONT IP  
RESET  
CLIP  
TAPE  
BATT  
DIAG  
DISPLAY  
-30  
-40  
DVCAM  
COUNTER  
TC  
U-BIT  
E
F
Li  
-∞  
5
F8 32k  
F8 48k  
1
2
RF SERVO HUMID SLACK  
(MENU SET)  
2,4  
3,4  
1,6  
MENU  
ADVANCE  
SHIFT  
ALARM  
AUDIO LEVEL  
MONITOR SELECT  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
CH-1  
PRESET  
REGEN  
DATE/TIME  
F-RUN  
SET  
MONITOR  
MIX  
AUDIO SELECT  
CH-1 CH-2  
CH-2  
R-RUN  
AUDIO IN  
ClipLink CONTINUE  
CAM  
BACK TALLY  
REAR  
OFF  
ON  
1 Press the MENU button.  
4 Change the settings.  
“DIAG” appears in the display window and the  
time data display in the display window switches  
to the menu display.  
Operation  
Step  
Select digit to be changed Press the SHIFT button.  
Change the value  
Press the ADVANCE  
button.  
101 1996  
5 Press the RESET/(MENU SET) button.  
Menu No. (blinking)  
Year (factory-set to 1996)  
This records the new setting and returns to a  
blinking display of the menu number.  
6 Press the MENU button.  
2 Press the ADVANCE button repeatedly until the  
desired menu appears.  
This returns the display window to the display  
shown before the VTR menu.  
3 Press the SHIFT button.  
This shows the current settings for the menu  
selected by step 2.  
The setting can be changed for the digit that is  
blinking.  
To exit from changing settings  
Press the MENU button to close the menu.  
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On the DSR-1: Displayed in mmddyyyy format  
(Example: 10081996)  
On the DSR-1P: Displayed in ddmmyyyy format  
(Example: 08101996)  
Menu 101 Setting the Real Time  
Clock and Calendar  
1 Display menu 101 and press the SHIFT button.  
The current calendar setting appears in the setting  
mode format (yyyymmdd).  
Example: October 8, 1996  
Menu 201 Checking the Total  
Operating (Power-On) Hours  
1 Display menu 201 and press the SHIFT button.  
19961008  
Blinking  
Pressing the SHIFT button cycles through the  
following display items.  
Note  
Indication  
Example  
A 0429Hr  
b 0720Hr  
C 0853Hr  
201 0492  
The first two digits of the year setting cannot be  
changed.  
Head drum operating hours  
Tape transport hours  
Total operating hours  
Menu number  
2 Use the SHIFT and ADVANCE buttons to set the  
desired date.  
2 Check the indication, then press the RESET/  
(MENU SET) button, followed by the MENU  
button.  
If there are no more new settings to be made, go  
directly to step 5.  
This returns the display window to the display  
shown before the VTR menu.  
3 Press the SHIFT button while the data display is  
blinking (Example: 19961008).  
The current time (real time clock) setting is  
displayed.  
Example: 8:15:05 PM  
Menu 204 Selecting Frame Mode  
(DF/NDF) for Time Code (for  
DSR-1 Only)  
221505  
Blinking  
Select frame modes when setting the time code.  
Drop-frame mode (factory setting): When adjusting  
the discrepancy between time code value and real  
time  
Non-drop-frame mode: When you need not adjust the  
discrepancy between time code value and real time  
4 Use the SHIFT and ADVANCE buttons to set the  
current time.  
5 Press the RESET/(MENU SET) button.  
This starts the clock advance operation.  
6 Press the MENU button.  
For details of time code settings, see page 51.  
(Continued)  
This returns the display window to the display  
shown before the VTR menu.  
The date set can be displayed in the time value  
indication (see page 49) in the following way.  
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1 Display menu 204.  
If the setting does not need to be changed, press  
the MENU button to close the menu.  
The menu number and the current frame mode  
setting are shown.  
2 Press the SHIFT button until the desired battery  
name is displayed, then press the ADVANCE  
button.  
Example: dF (drop-frame mode)  
Pressing the ADVANCE button cycles through the  
following indications.  
LI n Antn n nI  
204 dF  
Blinking  
Frame mode indication  
Indication  
Meaning  
LI (factory setting) Indication for BP-L40/L60A  
battery is selected.  
Antn  
Indication for Anton Bauer  
If the setting does not need to be changed, press  
the MENU button to close the menu.  
Magnum battery is selecteda).  
nI  
Indication for NP-1B/BP-90A  
battery is selected.  
2 Press the SHIFT button to make the frame mode  
a) To use the Anton Bauer Magnum Battery System, a  
special battery mount developed by Anton Bauer  
Corporation is required.  
start blinking, then press the ADVANCE button.  
This switches the frame mode display as shown  
below.  
Example: ndF (non-drop-frame mode)  
For details, contact an Anton Bauer dealer or your  
Sony dealer.  
3 Press the RESET/(MENU SET) button and then  
204 ndF  
the MENU button.  
Blinking  
The settings are recorded and the display window  
returns to the display shown before the VTR menu.  
Press the RESET/(MENU SET) button and then  
the MENU button.  
Menu 207 Setting Standby-On  
Period  
The settings are recorded and the display window  
returns to the display shown before the VTR menu.  
At recording pause state, the DSR-1/1P waits for a  
certain standby-on period and then automatically  
switches to standby-off mode. This standby-on period  
can be set in advance.  
Menu 206 Selecting Battery  
Capacity Indication  
This selects the indication type of battery capacity.  
For details of switching between standby-on and standby-off  
mode, see “If there is a long period before shooting the next  
scene” on page 44.  
1 Display menu 206.  
1 Display menu 207.  
The selected menu number is displayed, along with  
the name of the currently selected battery.  
The selected menu number is displayed, along with  
the current standby-on period setting (in minutes).  
Example: LI (Indication for the BP-L40/L60A)  
206 LI  
Blinking  
Selected battery capacity  
indication  
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To perform the auto-check  
207 08  
1 Display menu 210.  
Blinking  
210 oFF  
Standby-on period  
Blinking  
Auto-check function  
indication  
If the setting does not need to be changed, press  
the MENU button to close the menu.  
2 Press the SHIFT button to make the auto-check  
function indication (oFF) start blinking, then press  
the ADVANCE button to change the indication to  
“on”.  
2 Press the SHIFT button until the standby-on period  
starts blinking, then press the ADVANCE button.  
Each press of the ADVANCE button changes the  
setting as follows.  
08 (factory setting) n 01 n 03 n 05  
To cancel the auto-check function, press the  
MENU button to close the menu.  
3 Press the RESET/(MENU SET) button.  
3 Press the RESET/(MENU SET) button and then  
the MENU button.  
This changes the display and opens the cassette  
holder. If there is a cassette in the holder, it is  
ejected (except during recording).  
The settings are recorded and the display window  
returns to the display shown before the VTR menu.  
At EJECT n At C-In  
Blinking  
Menu 210 Using Auto-Check  
Function  
4 Insert the cassette and close the cassette holder.  
On the DSR-1/1P, the internal check can be  
The display changes to the following, and the tape  
is loaded.  
automatically performed using the auto-check  
function. Meanwhile, a test recording and playback are  
also performed for about 1 minute.  
Before shooting, it is desirable to perform auto-check  
and make sure for problems in VCR’s internal  
operations and the VCR/camera connection through  
the result of the internal check displayed in the display  
window and the video and audio recording qualities.  
At  
rEC  
Blinking  
5 Use the tape transport buttons to change the tape  
position for test recording if necessary, or advance  
to step 6.  
Preparations for testing  
(Continued)  
Make preparations as shown in the table below.  
Preparation  
Refer to  
Page 24  
Page 15  
Connect the DSR-1/1P to the camera  
Connect a monitor to the VIDEO OUT or S  
VIDEO OUT connector on the DSR-1/1P  
Connect an earphone or headphones to the  
EARPHONE connector on the DSR-1/1P  
Page 15  
Prepare a cassette for test recording/playback Page 35  
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6 Press the VTR button on the camera or lens.  
Confirming the result  
Test recording starts.  
The result of the internal check is displayed in code as  
shown in the table below. When a problem is  
indicated, follow the instructions to check the camera,  
DSR-1/1P and cassette. If no errors can be found,  
contact your Sony dealer. Also, be sure to check the  
quality of the playback video and audio (see step 7).  
The display changes as shown below during  
recording. (The hyphen following “At” moves to  
right.)  
...  
At - n At - n  
n At  
-
Display  
Diagnostic result  
At good  
VCR’s internal operations are normal. If the  
video and audio recording qualities are  
normal, the unit is ready for use.  
After about 1 minute, the tape is rewound to the  
recording start position and playback starts. The  
following is displayed during playback.  
At ng-01  
At ng-02  
There may be a problem in the VCR or the  
cassette. Contact your Sony dealer.  
There may be a problem in VCR’s internal  
operations or data loading from the tape.  
Clean the video heads using the DVM-12CL  
Cleaning Cassette (see page 71) and repeat  
the auto-check. If the result is the same,  
contact your Sony dealer.  
At PLAY  
7 Check the recording quality of the playback video  
on the viewfinder or monitor screen. Check the  
recording quality of the playback audio from the  
earphone or headphones.  
At ng-03  
There may be a problem in the VCR/camera  
connection. Check whether the camera is  
powered and the camera connector on the  
DSR-1/1P fits firmly in the VTR connector on  
the camera (see pages 24 to 28). If not,  
correct the error and repeat the auto-check. If  
the result is the same, contact your Sony  
dealer.  
If the recording quality is poor  
There may be some kind of problem whether or  
not it is detected by the internal check. Refer to the  
section “Troubleshooting”(page 74) and repeat the  
test. If the recording quality remains poor, contact  
your Sony dealer.  
At ng-04  
Check whether the REC/SAVE switch is set  
to SAVE. If so, repeat the auto-check with  
setting the switch to REC or using another  
cassette whose REC/SAVE switch is set to  
REC. If the result is the same, contact your  
Sony dealer.  
At ng-05  
o-HAUL  
At Abort  
Check whether a cassette is inserted. If not,  
insert a cassette and repeat the auto-check.  
If the result is the same, contact your Sony  
dealer.  
When playback ends, the internal check result is  
displayed and the DSR-1/1P enters recording pause  
mode.  
If the video and audio recording qualities are  
normal, the unit is ready for use. However,  
the unit requires service. It is desirable to  
consult your Sony dealer.  
8 After confirming the result (see the next section  
“Confirming the result”), press the MENU button.  
The test recording or playback and internal  
check have aborted (when a tape transport  
button was pressed during recording or  
playback or when the tape ended). To  
resume the auto-check, press the MENU  
button to close the menu and perform the  
procedure described in the previous section  
“To perform the auto-check”.  
The display window returns to the display shown  
before the VTR menu.  
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Menu 211 Selecting ClipLink  
Function  
Menu 212 Selecting Audio  
Recording Mode  
This setting must be made when not using the  
ClipLink function.  
The audio recording mode can be set to either of the  
following modes.  
48-kHz mode (factory setting): Enables two-channel  
recording mode with 48-kHz sampling frequency.  
32-kHz mode: Enables four-channel recording mode  
with 32-kHz sampling frequency (for channels 1  
and 2).  
For details of the ClipLink function, see Chapter 5  
“ClipLink Shooting”.  
1 Display menu 211.  
The ClipLink function is factory-set to on.  
1 Display menu 212.  
211 on  
The menu number and current audio recording  
mode is displayed.  
Blinking  
Example: 48 (2-channel mode with 48-kHz  
sampling frequency)  
ClipLink function on/oFF  
indication  
212 48  
If the setting does not need to be changed, press  
the MENU button to close the menu.  
Blinking  
Audio recording mode  
indication  
2 Press the SHIFT button to make the ClipLink  
function on/oFF indication start blinking. Press the  
ADVANCE button to change the indication to  
oFF.  
If the setting does not need to be changed, press  
the MENU button to close the menu.  
3 Press the RESET/(MENU SET) button and then  
2 Press the SHIFT button to make the audio  
recording mode indication start blinking, then  
press the ADVANCE button.  
the MENU button.  
The settings are recorded and display window  
returns to the display shown before the VTR menu.  
This switches the mode setting to the other audio  
recording mode.  
Example: 32 (4-channel mode with 32-kHz  
sampling frequency)  
212 32  
Blinking  
3 Press the RESET/(MENU SET) button and then  
the MENU button.  
The settings are recorded and display window  
returns to the display shown before the VTR menu.  
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Changing the audio reference level setting from  
–20 dB (or –18 dB) to –12 dB increases the audio  
recording level by 8 dB (or 6 dB) whether the  
AUDIO SELECT (CH-1/CH-2) switch is set to  
AUTO or MANUAL.  
Menu 213 Selecting Audio  
Reference Level  
The audio reference level can be set to either of the  
following.  
–20 dB (factory setting for DSR-1) or –18 dB  
(factory setting for DSR-1P): Audio reference level  
for professional use  
–12 dB: Audio reference level commonly used for  
consumer DV (The maximum level is 0 dB.)  
Menu 214 Setting Fade-In/Fade-  
Out for the Audio Recording  
Start and Stop Points  
1 Display menu 213.  
You can reduce noise at back space editing points (if  
necessary) by setting the fade-in/fade-out to on. The  
fade-in/fade-out transition time is within one frame  
(1/30 seconds for DSR-1 or 1/25 seconds for DSR-1P).  
The menu number and current audio reference  
level is displayed.  
Example: –20 dB (for DSR-1) or –18 dB (for  
DSR-1P)  
1 Display Menu 214.  
a)  
213 -20  
The fade-in/fade-out is factory-set to oFF.  
Blinking  
Audio reference  
level indication  
214 oFF  
Blinking  
a) For DSR-1P: –18  
Fade-in/fade-out  
setting indication  
If the setting does not need to be changed, press  
the MENU button to close the menu.  
If the setting does not need to be changed, press  
the MENU button to close the menu.  
2 Press the SHIFT button to make the audio reference  
level display start blinking, then press the  
ADVANCE button.  
2 Press the SHIFT button to make the fade-in/fade-  
out setting indication start blinking, then press the  
ADVANCE button to change the setting to on.  
This switches the setting to the other audio  
reference level.  
Example: –12 dB  
3 Press the RESET/(MENU SET) button and then  
the MENU button.  
213 -12  
The settings are recorded and the display window  
returns to the display shown before the VTR menu.  
Blinking  
3 Press the RESET/(MENU SET) button and then  
the MENU button.  
The settings are recorded and display window  
returns to the display shown before the VTR menu.  
When using the DSR-1/1P in a editing system  
containing both consumer DV and professional  
equipment, setting the audio reference level to –12  
dB is recommended.  
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1 Display menu 221.  
Menu 220 Using Setup Add (for  
DSR-1 Only)  
The setup remove is factory-set to on.  
Use this menu to add setup to the playback video  
signals.  
221 on  
Blinking  
For details on the setup add or setup remove, see “How to  
use the setup add/setup remove” on the right.  
Setup remove  
on/oFF indication  
1 Display menu 220.  
If the setting does not need to be changed, press  
the MENU button to close the menu.  
The setup add is factory-set to oFF.  
2 Press the SHIFT button to make the setup remove  
on/oFF indication start blinking, then press the  
ADVANCE button to change the setting to oFF.  
220 oFF  
Blinking  
Setup add on/oFF indication  
3 Press the RESET/(MENU SET) button and then  
the MENU button.  
If the setting does not need to be changed, press  
the MENU button to close the menu.  
The settings are recorded and display window  
returns to the display shown before the VTR menu.  
2 Press the SHIFT button to make the setup add on/  
oFF indication start blinking, then press the  
How to use the setup add/setup remove  
ADVANCE button to change the setting to on.  
Use the setup add/setup remove as shown below  
according to your shooting conditions.  
3 Press the RESET/(MENU SET) button and then  
the MENU button.  
For menu operations related to the setup add/setup remove,  
see “Using Setup Add — Menu 220” or “Using Setup  
Remove — Menu 221” on the left.  
The settings are recorded and display window  
returns to the display shown before the VTR menu.  
When using a camera signal with setup  
Set the setup remove to on.  
Menu 221 Using Setup Remove  
(for DSR-1 Only)  
During recording, the signal of the image being shot  
contains setup when it is output from the DSR-1/1P’s  
S VIDEO OUT and VIDEO OUT connector. During  
playback, the setup is removed from the output video  
signal.  
Use this menu to remove the setup that was added to  
the video signals at recording.  
To have the setup added during playback, set the setup  
add to on.  
For details on the setup add or setup remove, see “How to  
use the setup add/setup remove” on the right.  
When using a camera signal without setup  
Set both the setup add and setup remove to off.  
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Cleaning the Video Heads  
Always use the special-purpose Sony DVM-12CL  
Cleaning Cassette for cleaning the audio and video  
heads. Follow the instructions with the cleaning  
cassette carefully, as inappropriate use of the cleaning  
cassette can damage the heads.  
Note  
The DVM-12CL Cleaning Cassette can be used only  
once. When the DVM-12CL is loaded in the DSR-1/  
1P, only STOP, PLAY and EJECT buttons function.  
Replacing the video heads  
If cleaning the video heads fails to restore picture  
quality, the heads may be due for replacement.  
Keep a check of the hours of head drum operation:  
with normal use, the heads should need replacing after  
about 2,000 hours of use.  
When the heads need replacement, contact your Sony  
dealer.  
Check the hours of head drum operation using the VTR  
menu. For details see “Checking the Total Operating  
(Power-On) Hours — Menu 201” on page 63.  
Replacing other parts  
For replacement of all parts other than the video heads,  
contact your Sony dealer.  
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Warning System  
When the DSR-1/1P is powered on, or if a fault occurs  
during operation, a warning is given in the following  
ways:  
• By the warning indicators in the viewfinder.  
(Depending on the video camera model, this feature  
may not be available.)  
• By warning indications in the display window.  
• By means of the WARNING indicator together with  
a warning tone from the speaker or earphone.  
You can adjust the volume of the warning tone with  
the ALARM knob. When this knob is turned to the  
minimum position, there is no sound output at all.  
Operation warnings and action to be taken  
DSR-1/1P  
Camera  
Display window  
State  
WARNING indication Warning tones Viewfinder indicators  
Continuous REC/TALLY BATT  
Continuous  
Machine  
action  
Problem  
What to do  
Continuous  
Warning  
1 beep/s  
(blinking/  
1 blinks/s  
indication  
1 blinks/s  
4 beeps /s  
Continuous)  
4 blinks /s  
4 blinks /s  
Video head After  
Clean the  
heads. If the  
problem  
gaps  
detecting  
clogged or head  
problem in clogging,  
a)  
a)  
persists,  
a)  
RF  
Continuousa)  
recording  
circuit.  
recording  
continues  
power off,  
and consult  
but quality is your Sony  
poor.  
Servo lock Recording  
lost. continues  
dealer.  
Power off,  
and consult  
a)  
a)  
a)  
SERVO Continuousa)  
but quality is your Sony  
poor. dealer.  
Condensa- The DSR-1/ Without  
tion on  
head drum. and all  
operations  
1P stops,  
powering  
off, wait until  
the HUMID  
HUMID  
SLACK  
Continuous  
Continuous  
are inhibited indication  
except eject. disappears.  
The tape  
Operation  
Consult your  
Sony dealer  
before doing  
anything.d)  
cannot be stops.  
wound  
properly.  
Close to  
the end of continues.  
tape.  
Operation  
Replace the  
cassette as  
soon as  
Blinkinga)  
(1 blink/s)  
a)  
c)  
c)  
possible.  
TAPE  
BATT  
End of  
tape.  
Recording, Replace the  
playback or cassette or  
fast forward rewind.  
stops.  
Blinking  
(4 blinks/s)  
b)  
c)  
Battery  
almost  
exhausted.  
Operation  
continues.  
Replace the  
battery as  
soon as  
Blinking  
(1 blink/s)  
b)  
(Blinking in  
reverse phase)  
possible.  
Blinking  
(4 blinks/s)  
Battery  
exhausted. stops.  
Operation  
Replace the  
battery.  
a) During recording or at recording pause.  
b) Except during playback, fast forward, rewind and  
recording review  
For details of warning messages displayed in the viewfinder,  
see the operating instructions for your camera.  
c) During recording only  
d) Do not operate the DSR-1/1P with “SLACK” indication  
displayed or the tape may be damaged.  
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Condensation  
If you move the VCR suddenly from a very cold place  
to a warm place, or use it in a very humid location,  
condensation may form on the head drum. If the VCR  
is operated in this state, the tape may adhere to the  
drum, and cause a failure or even permanent damage.  
Take the following steps to prevent this from  
happening:  
• Remove the cassette before moving the unit from a  
very cold place to a warm place.  
• Before inserting a cassette, turn the power on, and  
check that the HUMID indication is not showing in  
the display window. If it is showing, wait — do not  
insert a cassette until the HUMID indication  
disappears. You can save waiting time if you keep the  
VCR powered.  
For details of cassette insertion and removal, see the section  
“Shooting” on page 38, and for details of the HUMID  
indication, see the section “Warning System” on page 72.  
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Troubleshooting  
You can use this chart to establish possible causes of  
an apparent problem; always double-check before  
sending the unit for repair. If a problem persists,  
contact your Sony dealer.  
Troubleshooting chart  
Symptoms  
Cause  
Remedy  
The unit does not power on when you  
turn the POWER switch on.  
There is no battery pack loaded.  
Load a battery pack (page 31).  
The battery pack has reached the end of Replace the battery pack with a fully  
its usable life. charged one (page 31).  
The AC power adaptor is not connected, Connect the AC power adaptor (page  
or it is not turned on.  
34).  
The tape transport does not operate  
when you press either VTR button.  
The POWER switches of the camera  
and unit is turned off.  
Turn the both POWER switches on  
(page 10).  
The unit has reached the end of tape.  
Rewind the tape, or load a new cassette  
(page 39).  
The cassette is set record-inhibited.  
Either load a new cassette, or release  
the record-inhibit (page 36).  
An incorrect type of DVCAM or DV  
cassette is loaded.  
Load a correct type of DV or DVCAM  
cassette (page 35).  
(The  
indication blinks.)  
The tape transport does not operate  
when you press any tape transport  
button.  
The unit has reached the end of tape.  
Either rewind the tape, or load a new  
cassette (page 39).  
The cassette holder is not solidly closed Press on the “PUSH” indication to close  
after the cassette is inserted.  
the holder solidly (page 39).  
The video and audio output is not  
present.  
The POWER switch is turned off.  
The battery pack is exhausted.  
The operating temperature is very low.  
Turn the POWER switch on (page 10).  
The power supply cuts while operating.  
Replace the battery pack with a fully  
charged one (page 31).  
The battery goes dead very quickly.  
Recharge the battery pack, or replace  
with a new fully charged one (page 31).  
The battery pack is inadequately  
charged.  
It is not possible to eject the cassette.  
The battery pack is exhausted.  
Replace the battery pack with a fully  
charged one (page 31).  
The POWER switch is turned off.  
Turn the POWER switch on. (page 10)  
The cassette holder is not solidly closed Press on the “PUSH” indication to close  
after the cassette is inserted.  
the holder solidly and then press the  
EJECT button (page 39).  
The playback picture quality is poor.  
The playback picture dose not appear.  
The playback sound dose not hear.  
The video heads are dirty.  
Clear the video heads using a DVM-  
12CL Cleaning Cassette (page 71).  
All controls except the EJECT button are There is condensation on the head  
Remove the cassette, power off, and  
wait until the condensation has  
evaporated (page 73).  
disabled.  
drum.  
Audio recording is not possible.  
The recorded sound is distorted.  
The AUDIO LEVEL (CH-1/CH-2) knobs Adjust the setting of the AUDIO LEVEL  
are set to the minimum level.  
(CH-1/CH-2) knobs (page 17).  
The audio level is too high.  
Adjust the setting of the AUDIO LEVEL  
(CH-1/CH-2) knobs, and record again  
(page 17).  
The recorded sound has a high noise  
level.  
The audio level is too low.  
Adjust the setting of the AUDIO LEVEL  
(CH-1/CH-2) knobs, and record again  
(page 17).  
The indication “Er91-13F” appears in the The DSR-1/1P has failed in loading or  
Load a new cassette (page 39).  
display window.  
saving the cassette memory data.  
An incorrect type of cassette is loaded.  
The cassette is automatically ejected.  
Load a correct type of cassette (page  
35).  
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Troubleshooting chart (continued)  
Cause  
At the recording, the ClipLink function is Only the REGEN mode can be used for  
set to on (meaning ClipLink shooting is ClipLink shooting. If you will not perform  
allowed) in menu 211, CONT is displayed ClipLink shooting, set the ClipLink  
in the display window and the time code function to oFF (see page 67).  
generator is in the REGEN mode.  
Symptoms  
Remedy  
The time code setting is not possible.  
The time code value does not advance  
though the TC mode switch 1 or 2 is set  
to the F-RUN or DATE/TIME.  
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Notes on Use  
Use and storage locations  
Avoid using or storing the unit in the following places:  
• Where it is subject to extremes of temperature  
(outside 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)).  
• Note that in summer the temperature in a car with the  
windows closed can reach 50°C (122°F).  
• Very damp or dusty places.  
• Where rain is likely to reach the unit.  
• Places subject to severe vibration.  
• Near strong magnetic fields such as radio or TV  
transmitters.  
Avoid violent impacts  
Dropping the unit, or otherwise imparting a violent  
shock to it, is likely to cause it to malfunction.  
Do not cover with cloth  
While the unit is in operation, do not cover it with a  
cloth or other material. This can cause the temperature  
to rise, leading to a malfunction.  
When closing the cassette holder  
Be careful not to catch your fingers between the  
cassette holder and the body of the unit.  
After Use  
Turn the POWER switch off.  
When not used for a period of time  
Remove the battery pack.  
Care  
If the unit is dirty, wipe it with a dry cloth. For severe  
dirt, use a soft cloth steeped in a small amount of  
neutral detergent, then wipe dry. Do not use volatile  
solvents such as alcohol or thinners, as these may  
damage the finish.  
Shipping  
• Always remove the cassette before transporting the  
unit.  
• When transporting the unit, as far as possible use  
either the carrying case or the original packing.  
If shipping the unit as freight by truck, ship or  
airplane, pack it in the carrying case, then pack the  
carrying case in its own packing or similar.  
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Specifications  
Cassette tapes used  
General  
Model name  
Size  
Power requirements  
PDV-64ME/94ME/124ME/184ME Standard size  
PDVM-12ME/22ME/32ME/40ME Mini size  
+5  
–1  
12 V DC  
V
AC-550/550CE/DN1/DN2A or  
CMA-8A/8ACE AC adaptor is  
usable.  
Video system (at playback with the DSR-  
85/85P)  
Power consumption  
12 W (10 W in recording mode  
with the DXC-D30/D30P/D35/  
D35P)  
Bandwidth Luminance (Y) DSR-1: 30 Hz to 5.0 MHz  
±1.0 dB  
DSR-1P: 25 Hz to 5.5 MHz  
Continuous recording time  
Approx. 75 minutes (with the  
+1.0/–2.0 dB  
DXC-D30/D30P/D35/D35P and  
BP-L40 battery pack)  
Chrominance  
(R–Y/B–Y)  
DSR-1: 30 Hz to 1.5 MHz  
+1.0/–5.0 dB  
DSR-1P: 25 Hz to 2.0 MHz  
Operating temperature  
+1.0/–2.0 dB  
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)  
S/N ratio  
Luminance  
DSR-1:Min. 55 dB,  
DSR-1P: Min. 55 dB  
Operating humidity  
Storage temperature  
Mass  
25% to 85% (cannot be used when  
condensation present)  
K-factor (K2T, KPB)  
Y/C time delay  
Max. 2%  
Max. 30 nsec.  
–20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to  
+140 °F)  
Approx. 2.85 kg (6 lb 4 oz)  
(including BP-L40 battery pack  
and the PDVM-40ME cassette  
tape)  
Audio system (at playback with the DSR-  
85/85P)  
Frequency response  
2-channel mode: 20 Hz to  
20 kHz +0.5/–1.0 dB  
4-channel mode: 20 Hz to  
External dimensions  
14.5 kHz +0.5/–1.0 dB  
Dynamic range  
Min. 80 dB  
185 (7 3/8  
)
118 (4 3/4  
)
Distortion (THD) (1 kHz  
reference level, 48 kHz)  
Max. 0.08%  
Inputs and outputs  
Input connectors  
AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 (XLR 3-pin, ×2, female)  
–60 dB, 3 kΩ  
+4 dBu, 10 kΩ  
(0 dBu=0.775 Vrms)  
GEN LOCK IN (BNC)  
1.0 V p-p, 75 Ω  
in mm (inches)  
TC IN (BNC)  
0.5 to 18 Vp-p, 10 kΩ  
Camera connector (PRO 76-pin DIGITAL or PRO  
50-pin)  
Tape transport system  
Tape speed  
Approx. 28.2 mm/s  
DC IN (XLR 4-pin, male)  
Recording/playback time (using PDV-184ME)  
Maximum 180 minutes  
Fast forward/rewind time (using PDV-184ME)  
Maximum 12 minutes  
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Output connectors  
AUDIO OUT CH-1/CH-2 (phono jack)  
–10 dBu, 47 kΩ  
VIDEO OUT (BNC)  
1.0 V p-p, 75Ω  
S VIDEO OUT (DIN 4-pin)  
1.0 Vp-p, 75Ω  
TC OUT (BNC) 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω  
DC OUT (XLR 4-pin, female)  
EARPHONE (mini-jack)  
8 , variable –to –15.5 dBu  
Accessories supplied  
Shoulder strap (1)  
Connector cap (1)  
Lithium battery (CR2032) (1)  
M4 × 6 screws (2)  
M4 × 12 screws (2)  
Operating instructions (1)  
ClipLink™ Guide (1)  
Design and specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
Related Equipment  
DXC-D30/D30P/D35/D35P Color Video Camera  
DXC-637/537A/327A/327B (or DXC-637P/537AP/  
327AP/327BP) Color Video Camera  
NP-1B and BP-L40/L60A/90A Battery Packs  
BC-410/410CE/L50/L100/L100CE and BC-1WD/  
1WDCE Battery Chargers  
DC-L1 Battery Adaptor (for NP-1B), DC-L90 Battery  
Adaptor (for BP-90A)  
AC-550/550CE/DN1/DN2A and CMA-8A/8ACE AC  
Adaptors  
ME-20B Magnetic Earphone  
WRT-810A/830A UHF Synthesized Wireless  
Microphone  
WRR-810A/855A/860A UHF Portable Tuner  
BTA-801 Portable Tuner Mount Adapter (for WRR-  
855A)  
LC-421 Carrying Case  
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Glossary  
Composite video signal  
S video connectors  
Time data  
A composite video signal includes a video  
signal, burst signal, and sync signal.  
Input/ouput connectors for separate Y  
(luminance) and C (chroma) signals. This  
method eliminates interference between Y  
and C signals that can occur in  
This refers either to time data that is  
generated by a time code generator or time  
data that is played back from a tape and  
read by a time code reader.  
Condensation  
conventional composite video signals to  
obtain a higher-resolution picture.  
Condensation refers to tiny droplets of  
water that can appear in a device, such as  
in the tape transport system. When  
condensation occurs on a video head drum,  
the tape may stick to the drum, which can  
damage not only the tape but also the VCR  
unit.  
User bits  
These are also referred to as “users’ bits”.  
The user bits are a 32-bit segment of the  
time code recording area. The user can  
select what to record in this segment and  
how to use the recorded data. For  
example, it can be used to record date  
information in addition to the time code  
data or ID numbers for tape reels or  
programs.  
Search  
The search function enables recorded  
images or time codes to be viewed while  
the tape is played back at various forward  
or reverse speeds, as a means of locating a  
particular scene in the taped program.  
Digital VCR  
A digital VCR converts analog video  
signals to digital signals which are  
recorded onto the video tape. When video  
signals are recorded and played back in  
their original analog format, the signal  
quality may deteriorate due to tape/head  
misalignment, variation in tape tension,  
and other causes. By contrast, there is  
very little signal deterioration when the  
recorded signals are digital signals that are  
converted to analog signals for playback.  
Setup  
The difference between the reference black  
level and the blanking level of a composite  
signal.  
Standby-off mode  
One of the stop modes. In this mode, head  
drum rotation is stopped and the tape  
tension is slackened. It is not possible to  
switch instantaneously from this mode to  
recording or playback mode. This mode is  
not harmful to the tape or heads.  
Drum  
See “Head drum”.  
Standby-on mode  
One of the stop modes. In this mode, the  
head drum continues rotating and the tape  
remains wound onto the drum. This mode  
enables instantaneous switching to  
recording or playback mode. To prevent  
damage to the tape or heads, the device  
automatically switches from standby-on  
mode to standby-off mode after a certain  
period of time.  
External synchronization  
External synchronization is when the  
target device’s operations and signals are  
synchronized with the operations and  
signals of a reference device. When a  
recorder (recording VCR) and player  
(source VCR) are used in editing, the two  
devices’ operation timing signals and time  
code signals are often synchronized.  
Sync  
Gen-lock  
This refers to the sync (synchronization)  
signal. The sync signal is used as a  
reference signal for duplicating the  
scanning patterns recorded via a camera  
when playing back the recording on a  
monitor. The sync signal actually includes  
two signals: a horizontal sync signal and a  
vertical sync signal.  
Abbreviation of “generator lock”. It refers  
to the synchronization of a VCR to a  
reference sync signal.  
Head drum  
A metal cylinder to which a video head is  
attached. This drum is rotated at high  
speeds in synchronization with the sync  
signal during recording and playback.  
Time code  
The time code is a tape position  
information signal that includes time and  
frame data that are recorded onto the tape  
when shooting so as to facilitate searching  
of editing point settings and recorded  
scenes when viewing or editing.  
PCM audio  
PCM stands for “pulse code modulation.”  
PCM audio means audio signals that have  
been processed by pulse code modulation.  
Each analog audio signal is converted into  
pulses that are generated in rapid  
succession, and each pulse is recorded as a  
digital signal having a value of 0 or 1.  
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Index  
Checking total operating hours.............. 63  
A
F
(ClipLink log data)  
CL  
indication ............................. 12, 55, 58  
AC power source ................................... 34  
ADVANCE button ................................. 19  
for checking ClipLink remaining .... 56  
for menu operation ................. 62 to 69  
for time code value setting .............. 51  
for user bit value setting .................. 50  
ALARM knob.................................. 17, 72  
Audio fade-in/fade-out setting ............... 68  
Frame mode (DF/NDF) selection  
for time code ............................. 51, 63  
Clip  
CLIP  
Freeze mix ............................................... 8  
indication .......................... 55, 58  
remaining indication............ 13, 56, 58  
ClipLink CONTINUE button .......... 17, 58  
ClipLink................................................... 7  
index picture ........................... 55 to 59  
log data ................................... 55 to 59  
selecting ClipLink function ............. 67  
setting cue points ............................. 57  
setting Mark IN/OUT ...................... 57  
G
GEN LOCK IN connector ............... 14, 53  
Gen-lock (synchronization with external  
time code signals)  
AUDIO IN (CH-1/CH-2)  
switches ..................................... 17, 30  
connection ....................................... 53  
locking the internal time code  
AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors  
and input selection switches ...... 15, 30  
shooting ........................................... 55  
to resume recording ......................... 58  
(cassette memory)  
generator ................................... 54  
AUDIO LEVEL (CH-1/CH-2)  
knobs ......................................... 17, 42  
Audio level indicators ............................ 12  
AUDIO OUT CH-1/CH-2 connectors ... 15  
Audio recording level  
indication ............................. 12, 55, 58  
Color playback .................................. 7, 48  
H
Condensation ......................................... 73  
Connection  
Head cleaning ........................................ 71  
adjusting automatically ................... 40  
adjusting from the camera ................. 8  
adjusting manually .......................... 42  
external audio system ...................... 30  
power source ................................... 31  
wireless microphone system ........... 29  
Audio recording mode  
I, J, K  
selection...................................... 41,67  
(ClipLink continue)  
CONT  
Index picture ............................. 7, 55 to 59  
Input/output connectors ......................... 14  
Audio reference level selection ............. 68  
AUDIO SELECT (CH-1/CH-2)  
indication ............................. 12, 56, 58  
Cue point ............................................... 57  
switches ............................... 17, 40, 42  
(index picture) indication..... 12, 55, 58  
IP  
Auto-check function .............................. 65  
D
L
DC IN connector.............................. 10, 34  
DC OUT connector.......................... 10, 30  
Display section ...................................... 11  
DISPLAY switch ............................. 19, 49  
Display window ..................................... 11  
DV cassette ........................................ 7, 35  
DVCAM  
B
(lithium backup battery  
warning) .................................... 12, 21  
Li  
Back space editing ................................. 43  
standby-on/standby-off mode.......... 44  
starting at any tape position............. 44  
to resume recording ................... 44, 52  
BACK TALLY switch............................ 13  
Battery ................................................... 31  
BP-L40/L60A.................................. 31  
capacity indication .......................... 12  
notes on usage ................................. 31  
BREAKER button ................................. 10  
LIGHT switch........................................ 13  
Lithium battery  
inserting/replacing ........................... 21  
warning ............................................ 12  
cassette ........................................ 7, 35  
indication ........................... 12  
M
Maintenance .......................................... 71  
Mark IN point .................................... 7, 57  
Mark OUT point ................................ 7, 57  
Menu ............................. See “VTR menu”.  
MENU button ......................... 13, 62 to 69  
MONITOR knob ................................... 17  
MONITOR SELECT switch ................. 17  
Mounting on video camera ........... 24 to 27  
camera connector ............................ 15  
Using DXC-637 series .................... 25  
E
EARPHONE connector ................... 15, 41  
Edit search ......................................... 8, 45  
EJECT button .................................. 16, 41  
Example system configuration .............. 23  
C
Cassette .................................................... 7  
checking tape slack ......................... 37  
DVCAM .......................................... 35  
DV ..................................................... 7  
for DSR-1/1P ................................... 35  
inserting ........................................... 39  
memory ........................................... 35  
notes on usage ................................. 36  
preventing accidental erasure .......... 36  
Using DXC-D30/D30P/  
D35/D35P ................................. 24  
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checking the recorded contents  
immediately after shooting  
N, O  
U
(recording review) ............... 41, 47  
Notes on use .......................................... 77  
User bit value setting ............................. 50  
listening to audio ............................. 41  
Shoulder strap  
fitting/removing............................... 27  
fitting ............................................... 14  
Specifications ........................................ 78  
Standby-on period setting ................ 44, 64  
P
V
PCM digital audio ................................... 7  
VIDEO OUT connector............. 15, 41, 48  
Playback (checking recorded  
VTR menu  
contents) .......................................... 47  
101 (setting the real time clock/  
calendar).................................... 63  
201 (checking the total operating  
hours) ........................................ 63  
204 (selecting frame mode  
(DF/NDF)) ................................ 63  
206 (selecting battery capacity  
indication) ................................. 64  
207 (setting standby-on period) ...... 64  
210 (auto-check function) ............... 65  
color................................................. 48  
monochrome.................................... 47  
recording review (checking the  
T
recorded contents immediately  
TALLY indicator ............................. 13, 41  
Tape  
after shooting) ........................... 47  
tape transport buttons ...................... 16  
Power source ......................................... 31  
remaining indication........................ 13  
slacking ........................................... 37  
transport buttons .............................. 16  
TC IN connector .............................. 14, 53  
TC mode switch 1.................................. 19  
AC power source ............................. 34  
battery..................................... 31 to 34  
Power supply ......................................... 10  
POWER switch ...................................... 10  
211 (ClipLink function) .................. 67  
212 (selecting audio recording  
for displaying the date/time............. 49  
for locking the internal time code  
generator ................................... 54  
for making the time code  
continuous ................................. 52  
for setting the time code to the real  
time clock/calendar ................... 52  
for shooting ............................... 40, 44  
for time code value setting .............. 51  
mode) ........................................ 67  
213 (selecting audio reference  
level) ......................................... 68  
214 (setting audio fade-in/  
fade-out) .................................... 68  
220 (using setup add) ...................... 69  
221 (using setup remove) ................ 69  
basic operation ................................ 62  
R
Real time clock and calendar setting ..... 63  
Recording/playback section................... 16  
Recording review ................................... 47  
Related equipment ................................. 79  
RESET/(MENU SET) button ................ 18  
for menu operation ................. 62 to 69  
for resetting the counter .................. 49  
for resetting the time code value ..... 51  
for resetting the user bit value ......... 50  
contents ........................................... 61  
for user bit value setting .................. 50  
TC mode switch 2.................................. 19  
for displaying the date/time............. 49  
for locking the internal time code  
generator ................................... 54  
W, X,Y, Z  
Warning indications ......................... 12, 72  
WARNING indicator ....................... 13, 72  
for making the time code  
continuous ................................. 52  
for shooting ..................................... 40  
for time code value setting .............. 51  
for user bit value setting .................. 50  
TC OUT connector .......................... 14, 53  
Time code section .................................. 18  
Time code value..................................... 51  
S
S VIDEO OUT connector.......... 15, 41, 48  
Setup add ............................................... 69  
Setup remove ......................................... 69  
SetupLog ................................................. 8  
SetupNavi ................................................ 8  
SHIFT button ......................................... 19  
for displaying the date/time............. 49  
for menu operation ................. 62 to 69  
for time code value setting .............. 51  
for user bit value setting .................. 50  
Shooting................................................. 38  
back space editing ........................... 43  
making the time code continuous.... 52  
setting .............................................. 51  
setting to the real time clock and  
calendar ..................................... 52  
synchronization (gen-lock).............. 53  
Time value ............................................. 49  
displaying the date/time .................. 49  
resetting counter .............................. 49  
setting time code value .................... 51  
setting user bit value........................ 50  
switching time value indications ..... 49  
Troubleshooting ..................................... 74  
checking recorded contents  
(playback) ........................... 41, 47  
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