DSR-20MD and 20MDP Digital Videocassette Recorder Instructions for Use

The model number is located at the side and front of the unit and the serial number on the side. Record the model number and serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. _____________ Serial No. _________________

WARNING

1. All the equipments connected to this unit shall be certified according to Standard IEC60601-1, IEC60950, IEC60065 or other IEC/ISO Standards applicable to the equipments. 2. When this unit is used together with other equipment in the patient area*, the equipment shall be either powered by an isolation transformer or connected via an additional protective earth terminal to system ground unless it is certified according to Standard IEC60601-1. * Patient Area R

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

Important safeguards/notices for use in the medical environments

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To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Symbol on the products This symbol indicates the equipotential terminal which brings the various parts of a system to the same potential.

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

Note: Model DSR-20MD has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Model DSR-20MDP has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules and EN60601-1-2, CISPR 11, Class A. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

For the customers in Canada (for DSR-20MD) This unit has been certified according to Standard CSA C22.2 No.601.1.

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3. The leakage current could increase when connected to other equipment. 4. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate frequency energy. If it is not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, it may cause interference to other equipment. If this unit causes interference (which can be determined by unplugging the power cord from the unit), try these measures: Relocate the unit with respect to the susceptible equipment. Plug this unit and the susceptible equipment into different branch circuit. Consult your dealer. Caution on DC power sources When you operate the unit using DC power sources, be sure to establish a ground for this unit using the equipotential ground terminal . For an earth cable to be used, consult your Sony dealer. Disposal When you dispose the unit or accessories, you must obey the law in the relative area or country and the regulation in the relative hospital. For the customers in the Netherlands Voor de Klanten in Nederland Bij dit product zijn batterijen geleverd. Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet u ze niet weggooien maar inleveren als KCA.

Precautions Safety • Operate DSR-20MD only on 120 V AC, 60 Hz. • Operate DSR-20MDP only on 220 – 240 V AC, 50 Hz. Check that the unit’s operating voltage is identical with your local power supply. • If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. • The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long as it is connected to the mains outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off. • Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time. To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug, never by the cord. • The DC input is to be supplied by Sony Ni-Cd Rechargeable Battery Pack BP-90A with battery adaptor and cable. The battery pack is to be recharged by Sony Battery Charger BC-410*. To comply with UL2601-1 and IEC60601-1, the battery charger must be located outside the patient area as described on page ii. *: BC-410 for DSR-20MD BC-410CE for DSR-20MDP Installing • Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat buildup. • This unit is equipped with a fan at the rear. Do not insert objects nor touch the fan during operation. • To prevent internal heat buildup, install the unit at least 5 cm away from the wall, and dust the unit periodically. • Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that may block the ventilation slots. • Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock. • Do not install the unit in an inclined position. It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position only. • The unit is not designed for portable use. Install it properly on a flat stable place. Placing it on its side or on a surface slanted more than 30 degrees may cause damage. • Keep the unit and cassettes away from equipment with

strong magnets, such as microwave ovens or large loudspeakers. • Do not place heavy objects on the unit. • If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside the VCR and cause damage to the video head and tape. When you first install the unit, or when you move it from a cold to a warm location, wait for about one hour before operating the unit.

Information Compatible color systems The DSR-20MD is designed to record and play back using the NTSC color system. Recording of video sources based on other color systems cannot be guaranteed. Compatible colour systems The DSR-20MDP is designed to record and play back using the PAL colour system. Recording of video sources based on other colour systems cannot be guaranteed. Caution Television programs, films, video tapes and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such material may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. Also, use of this recorder with cable television transmission may require authorization from the cable television transmission and/or program owner. Note The DSR-20MD/20MDP employs a compression ratio of 5:1, therefore, images stored by the DSR-20MD/20MDP may not necessarily retain the full resolution and image information contained in the original source.

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Table of Contents Chapter 1

Overview

Features ... 2 Notes on Video Cassettes ... 4 Notes on Recording / Playback ... 5 Location and Function of Parts ... 6

Chapter 2

Playback and Recording

Playback ... 14 Connections for Playback ... 14 Settings for Playback ... 16 Playback Procedure ... 17 Playback Functions ... 18 Recording ... 25 Connections for Recording... 25 Settings for Recording ... 27 Recording Procedure ... 29

Chapter 3

Menu Settings

Changing Menu Settings ... 33 Changing the SET UP MENU Settings ... 33 Menu Contents ... 33

Chapter 4

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Alarm Messages ... 35 Troubleshooting ... 36 Notes on Use ... 37

Appendix Specifications ... 40 Compatibility of DVCAM and DV Format ... 42 Glossary ... 44 Index ... 45

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Features Features

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The DSR-20MD/20MDP is a 1/4-inch digital video cassette recorder that uses the DVCAM digital recording format. This system achieves stable, superb picture quality by digitally processing video signals that are separated into color difference signals and luminance signals (component video). The unit is equipped with a full-fledged analog interface to support hybrid systems that combine conventional analog equipment with digital equipment. The DSR-20MD/20MDP’s main features are described below.

High-quality PCM digital audio PCM recording makes for a wide dynamic range and a high signal-to-noise ratio, thereby enhancing sound quality. There are two recording modes: 2-channel mode (48 kHz sampling and 16-bit linear code), which offers sound quality equivalent to the DAT (Digital Audio Tape) format, or 4-channel mode (32 kHz sampling and 12-bit nonlinear code).

Playback compatibility with DV format

DVCAM Format DVCAM is based on the consumer DV format, which uses the 4:1:1 component digital format (DSR-20MD) or the 4:2:0 format (DSR-20MDP), and provides a 1/4inch digital recording format for professional use.

High picture quality, high stability Video signals are separated into color difference signals and luminance signals, which are encoded and compressed to one-fifth size before being recorded to ensure stable and superb picture quality. Because the recording is digital, multi-generation dubbing can be performed with virtually no deterioration of quality.

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

Choice of two cassette sizes The unit can use both standard-size and mini-size DVCAM cassettes. • According to cassette size, it automatically changes the position of the reel drive plate. • The maximum recording/playback times are 184 minutes for standard size cassettes and 40 minutes for mini-size cassettes.

Other Features

Wide track pitch

Compact size

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

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

DC IN connector The unit is equipped with the DC IN connector to use in the case that the AC power is not available. Connect the optional BP-90A Ni-Cd Battery Pack with the battery adaptor and DC cable

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

Superimposition function Time code, menus, error messages, and other text data can be superimposed and output in analog composite video signals.

Remote control The unit can be operated by remote control from an editing controller that supports the RS-232C interface or from a SIRCS1)-system remote controller or foot switch such as the optional DSRM-10 or SVRM100A.

... 1) SIRCS SIRCS-system has the same function as CONTROL S-system. Chapter 1 Overview

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Notes on Video Cassettes Usable cassettes Chapter 1 Overview

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

DVCAM cassette

Mini DVCAM cassette

Cassette memory Cassette memory is an optional feature that is mounted on some Standard DVCAM cassettes and Mini DVCAM cassettes. When you record a program, the recording date and time, and the program’s position on the tape are stored in the cassette memory so that you can quickly locate the indicates that you can use the cassettes 16 kbits program later on. of data can be stored on. On this VCR, you can use the cassettes up to 16 kbits of data can be mounted on.

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

Write protected

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Write enabled

Checking the tape for slack

Paper clip, etc.

Reel

Notes on Recording / Playback Copyright precautions On recording You cannot record any software having copyright protection signals on this VCR. If you start recording protected video and audio signals, a warning message appears on the monitor screen and the VCR stops recording. On playback When you play back software having copyright protection signals on this VCR, you may not be able to copy it onto other equipment.

Limitations caused by the difference in format This VCR can record, play back and edit the tapes recorded in DVCAM format. It can also play back the tapes recorded in DV format (SP mode). However, due to the difference in format, you may not be able to record or edit some tapes affected by recording conditions of the tape (e.g., A tape originally recorded in DV format is dubbed in DVCAM format). For details, refer to “Compatibility of DVCAM and DV format” on page 42.

No compensation for contents of the recording Contents of the recording cannot be compensated for if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the VCR, video tape, etc. Note

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

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

Location and Function of Parts Location and Function of Parts

Front Panel

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7 COUNTER RESET button 1 Cassette compartment

2 Tape transport control section (see page 8)

2 1 ON/STANDBY switch and ON/STANDBY lamp

8 Z EJECT button DUP

1 Display section (see page 7) 3 Remote sensor 4 i PHONES jack

5 2 PHONE LEVEL control knob

INPUT SELECT

COUNTER AUDIO SELECT MONITOR

TIMER

TC COUNTER

CH-1/2 MIX

REPEAT OFF

TAPE REMAIN

CH-3/4

REC

REMOTE MENU LOCAL SET

3 Inside of the door (see page 9)

6 2 AUDIO INPUT LEVEL control knobs

1 Cassette compartment Accepts standard-size or mini-size DVCAM digital videocassettes. When using a mini-size cassette, insert it into the middle of the compartment. For details of usable cassettes, see page 4.

2 1 ON/STANDBY switch and ON/STANDBY lamp Press this switch to turn on the power, and the ON/ STANDBY lamp lights in green. Press it again to turn to standby mode, and the lamp goes off. Note

When the REMOTE/LOCAL switch is set to REMOTE, you cannot turn the unit to standby mode. 3 Remote sensor 4 i PHONES jack (stereo minijack) Connect stereo headphones for headphone monitoring during recording or playback. The audio signal you want to monitor can be selected

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with the AUDIO MONITOR selector inside of the door (3). 5 2 PHONE LEVEL control knob Controls the volume of the headphones connected to the i PHONES jack. 6 2 AUDIO INPUT LEVEL control knobs When recording, you can use these knobs to set audio input levels for CH-1 (channel 1) and CH-2, respectively. 7 COUNTER RESET button Press this button to reset the tape counter in the display window to “0:00:00 (0H00M00S).” This button does not work when displaying the time code or the remaining time. 8 Z EJECT button Press this button to eject a cassette.

1 Display section 1 Audio level meter

HOURS

– CH 1/3

CH 2/4

MINUTES TIMER

Mini

SECONDS NS AUDIO Fs32k Fs48k

FRAMES INPUT DV S VIDEO

3 Video input signals indicators

9 Mini indicator

4 NS AUDIO indicator

8 Cassette indicator

5 Audio mode indicators 6 TIMER indicator

7 DVCAM indicator

1 Audio level meter Indicates the recording level during recording or EE mode1) and the playback level during playback. When the audio level exceeds 0 dB, the red indicator lights.

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2 Time counter display

4 NS (Non Standard) AUDIO indicator Lights when the VCR plays back a tape whose audio recording was made in the unlock mode, or when unlock mode signals are input through the DV jack. For details of unlock mode, see page 42.

Note

If you play back the tape whose audio was only recorded on channel 2, the audio level meter for CH2/4 may not function. 2 Time counter display Indicates the following: • Time data: count value of the time counter, time code and remaining time • Alarm messages (see page 35) • Messages for self-diagnosis function (see page 39) Notes

• For DSR-20MDP: Time code is set to the non drop frame mode only. • Time code is indicated as follows: Drop frame: “00:00.00:00” (“00:00,00:00” on the monitor) (DSR-20MD only) Non drop frame: “00:00:00:00” 3 Video input signals indicators Indicates the currently selected video input signals. INPUT VIDEO, INPUT S VIDEO or INPUT DV lights.

5 Audio mode indicators Indicates the audio mode during playback or recording, or while in EE mode. • During playback it indicates the audio mode in which the tape was recorded. • During recording or while in EE mode, it indicates the currently selected audio recording mode. You can select audio recording mode by setting “AUDIO MODE” menu (see page 33). Fs32k: Lights when playing the tapes recorded in 4-channel mode, or recording a tape in 4-channel mode. Fs48k: Lights when playing the tapes recorded in 2-channel mode, or recording a tape in 2-channel mode. Note

When recording in 4-channel mode on this VCR, audio signals are recorded only in channels 1/2. 6 TIMER indicator Lights when setting the TIMER switch to REPEAT or REC. 7 DVCAM indicator Lights except playing back the DV-formatted tapes.

... 1) EE mode “EE” stands for “Electric to Electric”. When in this mode, the video and audio signals that are input to the VCR’s recording circuitry do not pass through any magnetic conversion circuits but instead are output via electric circuits only. This mode is used to check input signals and adjust input levels. Chapter 1 Overview

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9 Mini indicator Lights when inserting mini-size digital video cassette.

8 Cassette indicator Lights when inserting a digital video cassette available for this VCR. It flashes when ejecting a cassette. Chapter 1 Overview

2 Tape transport control section 2 DUP button 1 Tape Transport indicators

STOP

REW

PLAY

F FWD

DUP

DUP

PAUSE

REC

3 z REC button 4 X PAUSE button 5 M F FWD button 6 N PLAY button 7 m REW button 8 x STOP button

1 Tape Transport indicators 2 DUP (duplicate) button Use this button to make a work tape having the same time code as the source tape. For details of duplicate, see page 30.

3 z REC (record) button When you press the N PLAY button while holding down this button, the indicator lights and recording begins. To set the VCR to recording pause mode, press the X PAUSE button while holding down this button. 4 X PAUSE button When you press this button, the indicator lights and the VCR is set to pause mode. 5 M F FWD (fast forward) button When you press this button, the indicator lights and the tape is fast forwarded. During fast forward, the picture does not appear on the monitor (you can see the picture of the EE mode during fast forward). To search forward, hold this button down during fast forward.

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6 N PLAY button When you press this button, the indicator lights and playback begins. If you press this button while holding down the m REW button during stop, the tape is rewound to its beginning and starts playing automatically (during rewind, the REW indicator lights and the PLAY indicator flashes). 7 m REW (rewind) button When you press this button, the indicator lights and the tape starts rewinding. During rewind, the picture does not appear on the monitor (you can see the picture of the EE mode during rewind). To search backward, hold this button down during rewind. If you press the N PLAY button while holding down this button during stop, the tape is rewound to its beginning and starts playing automatically (during rewind, the REW indicator lights and the PLAY indicator flashes). 8 x STOP button Press this button to stop the current tape transport operation.

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3 AUDIO MONITOR selector 4 TIMER selector INPUT SELECT

COUNTER AUDIO SELECT MONITOR

TIMER

TC COUNTER

CH-1/2 MIX

REPEAT OFF

TAPE REMAIN

CH-3/4

REC

REMOTE MENU LOCAL SET

8 Arrow (J j) buttons 7 SET button 6 MENU button 5 REMOTE/LOCAL switch

1 INPUT SELECT button Select video input signals. Each press of this button cycles through three video signal selection options: video, S-video, and DV input. When you select one of these options, the corresponding indicator in the display lights up. 2 COUNTER SELECT selector Select the type of time data in the time counter display. TC: Time code COUNTER: Count value of the time counter TAPE REMAIN: Remaining time 3 AUDIO MONITOR selector Use to select the audio track you want to hear when playing back a tape recorded in 4-channel mode (Fs32k). CH-1/2: Channels 1/2 only MIX: Channels 1/2 and channels 3/4 (mix) CH-3/4: Channels 3/4 only 4 TIMER selector Use to select timer recording or auto repeat using an external AC timer (not supplied). REPEAT: When the power is supplied to this VCR, a tape rewinds to its beginning automatically and playback starts. The VCR repeats the playback from the beginning to the first index (if there is no index on the tape, to the unrecorded portion; if no unrecorded portion, to the tape end). Auto repeat also functions if you set this selector to REPEAT during playback. OFF: Timer is released.

REC: When the power is supplied to this VCR, recording starts. 5 REMOTE/LOCAL switch Selects whether the unit is operated from its front panel or from external (remote) equipment. REMOTE : The unit is operated from an editing connector controller connected to the RS-232C on the rear panel. No operation on the front panel works except sliding the switch or selectors. LOCAL : The unit is operated from its front panel, from an external equipment connected to the LANC jack on the rear panel, or from a SIRCSsystem remote controller connected to the CONTROL S jack on the rear panel. REMOTE 6 MENU button Press this button to display the menu on the monitor screen. Press it again to return from the menu display to the usual display. Note

If you set the REMOTE/LOCAL switch to REMOTE while the menu display is on the monitor, it returns to the usual display. On how to use the menu, see Chapter 3 “Menu Settings.”

7 SET button Press this button to save selected menu items to the unit’s memory. 8 Arrow (J j) buttons Use these buttons to move around the menu items. Chapter 1 Overview

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Rear Panel

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5 REMOTE 6 REMOTE 7 LANC

INPUT

OUTPUT

MONITOR

REMOTE CONTROL S

LANC

DV

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jack

RS-232C

FOOT SWITCH

8 RS-232C

S VIDEO

connector

IN/OUT

SYNC VIDEO

AUDIO

AC IN INT EXT

CH-1

CH-1/3

CH-1/3

CH-2

CH-2/4

CH-2/4

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jack

0 ~ AC IN connector

DC IN

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DC IN connector

qs Equipotential ground terminal 4 SYNC switch

3 MONITOR

2 OUTPUT

1 INPUT

connectors

connectors

connectors

1 INPUT connectors Input video and audio signals. To connect a VCR equipped with the S-video output jack, use the S VIDEO jack on this VCR. connectors 2 OUTPUT Output video and audio signals. To connect a VCR equipped with the S-video input jack, use the S VIDEO jack on this VCR. connectors 3 MONITOR Output video and audio signals for monitoring.

4 SYNC switch Selects the reference signal. The video signal is locked to V-sync or H-sync, but not locked to sub-career. The sync phase is not adjusted. The video signal is not locked to DV input. INT: Selects the playback signal on this VCR as the reference signal. EXT: Selects the input video signal from the external equipment connected to this VCR as the reference signal. Notes

• The picture and the sound may be distorted if: – You set the SYNC switch during playback. – The analog signal is input from the INPUT connectors during playback with the SYNC switch set to EXT. • If the SYNC switch is set to EXT during playback, the INPUT SELECT button does not work.

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5 REMOTE CONTROL S jack Connect a SIRCS-system remote controller. When controlling this VCR from a remote controller such as the DSRM-10 or SVRM-100A (not supplied), connect the unit to the editing controller via this jack.

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

Note

0 ~ AC IN connector Connect to an AC power outlet using the supplied power cord.

FOOT SWITCH jack 6 REMOTE Connect the optional Foot Switch to control this VCR.

qa DC IN connector Connect the optional BP-90A Ni-Cd Battery Pack with the battery adaptor and DC cable.

Note

Notes

The Foot Switch must be conformed with Standard UL2601-1/EN60601-1.

• If the voltage of the Battery Pack falls less than 11 V, a beep sound is output (when BEEP in the menu is set to OFF, it is not output) and “dclo” appears in the display window. Replace the battery by a charged one or remove it to use the AC power outlet. • If the voltage of the Battery Pack falls less than 10.5 V, a beep sound is output (when BEEP in the menu is set to OFF, it is not output) and the VCR is set to the standby mode. As you cannot turn on the VCR at this moment, replace the battery by a charged one or remove it to use the AC power outlet.

For details on the Foot Switch, consult with authorized Sony dealers.

7 LANC jack When you connect the LANC jacks on this VCR and the other VCR, you can control this VCR (player) from the other VCR. The LANC connection transmits signals such as control signals, time code and time counter data and status data. You can control this VCR by connecting the optional RM-95 Remote Commander to this jack. Notes

• The other VCR (recorder) receives the time code data from the LANC jack only when this VCR (player) is set to show the time code indications. • If the REMOTE/LOCAL switch is set to REMOTE, the LANC connection does not transmit signals.

qs Equipotential ground terminal Used to connect to the equipotential plug to bring the various parts of a system to the same potential. Refer to “Important safeguards/notices for use in the medical environment” on page ii.

connector (D-sub 9-pin) 8 RS-232C Connect an editing controller or a personal computer with the RS-232C interface for remote-control of this VCR. 9 DV jack The DV jack is i.LINK compatible. Use when the equipment connected to the VCR has a DV jack. If you connect the VCR and the other equipment using DV jacks, you can minimize deterioration of picture quality during dubbing, editing or capturing still pictures into a personal computer by digital processing. For details, refer to the instruction manual of the equipment you use.

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

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Location and Function of Parts

Supplied Remote Commander

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1 Z EJECT button

2 COUNTER RESET button 3 INPUT SELECT button

EJECT

9 1 On/standby switch COUNTER RESET

INPUT SELECT

DISPLAY

0 DISPLAY button DATA CODE

qa DATA CODE button SEARCH SELECT

4 SEARCH SELECT buttons MENU

qs Buttons for menu operation

SET

5 Buttons for playing at various speeds 6 X PAUSE button 7 N PLAY button

x1/10

x1/5

x1

x2

FRAME

PAUSE

REC

qd z REC buttons

PLAY FF

REW

qf M FF button

STOP

8 m REW button

1 Z EJECT button 2 COUNTER RESET button 3 INPUT SELECT button 4 SEARCH SELECT buttons Press these buttons to search for scenes using the index function. For details, see “Searching using the index function” on page 19.

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qg x STOP button

5 Buttons for playing at various speeds / buttons × 1/10 button × 1/5 button × 1 button × 2 button FRAME c/C buttons For details, see “Playing at various speeds” on page 18.

6 X PAUSE button

Battery installation

7 N PLAY button

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8 m REW button 9 1 On/standby switch 0 DISPLAY button Press this button to see the indications, such as tape counter, on the monitor screen. qa DATA CODE button Press this button to see tape information on the monitor screen. For details, see “Displaying tape information” on page 22.

qs Buttons for menu operation MENU button SET button J/j buttons

2 Install the two size AA (R6) batteries (supplied) with the correct polarity. Be sure to install the battery from the # side.

qd z REC buttons When you press these buttons at the same time, the indicator lights and recording begins. qf M FF button qg x STOP button

3 Replace the lid.

Note

When using the supplied remote commander, set REMOTE CONTROL in the menu to VTR4 (see page 34). Otherwise, you cannot operate this VCR with the supplied remote commander.

Notes on batteries • Make sure that the battery orientation is correct when inserting batteries. • Do not mix an old battery with a new one, or different types of batteries. • If you will not use the Remote Commander for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid damage from battery leakage. If batteries have leaked, remove them, wipe the battery compartment dry and replace the batteries with new ones.

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

Connections for Playback To digital video equipment with DV jack Chapter 2 Playback and Recording

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

to the DV jack

Player Monitor

to the LANC jack

This VCR

LANC

DV

IN/OUT

LANC cable (not supplied)

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

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Notes

• Set DV EE OUT in the menu to OFF (see page 34). • Audio signals are not output during playing at various speeds. • With the DV connection, the sound is recorded in the same audio recording mode as that of the source tape. To record in a different audio recording mode from the source tape, use the INPUT connectors instead. • With the DV connection, tape information (recording date, camcorder data, etc.) recorded on the source tape is transmitted from this VCR (player). As a result, when you play back a recorded tape and press the DATA CODE button, the same tape information recorded on the source tape is displayed on the monitor screen. However, contents of the cassette memory are not transmitted. In addition, the time code is newly recorded on the tape on the other VCR, except when copying a tape in Duplicate mode. • As for the LANC connection, see “Notes for LANC connection” on the next page.

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Recorder

Player Monitor

Other VCR

This VCR

to the S-video input jack

INPUT

OUTPUT

MONITOR

REMOTE CONTROL S

LANC

DV

FOOT SWITCH

S VIDEO IN/OUT

SYNC

to the video input jack

INT EXT

VIDEO

to the audio input jacks AUDIO

CH-1

CH-1/3

CH-1/3

CH-2

CH-2/4

CH-2/4

DC IN

to the LANC jack

S-video cable (not supplied) Video cable (not supplied) Audio cable (not supplied) LANC cable (not supplied)

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Notes

• When you connect output jacks of the recorder to input jacks of this VCR, select the input correctly to prevent a humming noise. • Distorted signals (e.g., when played back at a speed other than normal) will not be recorded properly. • The indications displayed on the monitor screen are output only via the MONITOR connector. Notes for LANC connection

• With the LANC connection, refer to the instruction for use supplied with the recorder VCR. • The LANC connection transmits signals such as control signals, time code, time counter data and status data. • If the other VCR has a LANC jack of 5-pin DIN type, connect with the VK-810 Control L connecting cable (not supplied). • The jacks labeled CONTROL L have the same function as LANC jacks. The jacks labeled REMOTE on other equipment may also have the same. • The other VCR (recorder) receives the time code data from the LANC jack only when this VCR (player) is set to show the time code indications. • With the LANC connection, this VCR only works as a slave unit. Chapter 2 Playback and Recording

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Playback

Settings for Playback Preparation on the player (this VCR)

1 Power on the video monitor, then set the monitor’s input according to the input signals from the recorder.

2 Set up the recorder. For details, see “Preparation on the recorder” below. Chapter 2 Playback and Recording

3 Power on this unit by pressing the 1 ON/STANDBY switch. The ON/STANDBY lamp lights in green.

4 If the other equipment that controls this VCR has the time code function, set the COUNTER SELECT selector to TC (see page 9).

5 When you play back a tape recorded in 4-channel mode (Fs 32k), set the AUDIO MONITOR selector to MIX (see page 9). Then select the precise balance between the tracks with the AUDIO MIX BALANCE in the menu (see page 33). Notes

• With the DV connection, the playback VCR’s AUDIO MONITOR (sound selection) and AUDIO MIX BALANCE (audio balance adjustment) do not function on the source audio output through the DV jack. • You cannot change the input signal selection during playback or playback pause mode.

Preparation on the recorder • Insert a tape for recording. • Select the formats of video and audio input signal to be recorded. • Set the LANC mode to M. Notes

• Editing is not possible with a tape that is copyright protected. • You cannot use the video equipment that has no LANC mode switch as a recorder.

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Chapter 2

Playback and Recording