3-800-999-13(1) Digital Video Cassette Recorder Operating Instructions DHR-1000 1997 by Sony Corporation
WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. • 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. • Keep the unit and cassettes away from equipment with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens or large loudspeakers.
Table of contents 4 Features Getting Started 8 9 11 27 30 33 36 Step 1: Unpacking Step 2: Setting up the remote commander Step 3: Hookups Setting the clock Presetting channels Setting up cable box control Setting up VCR Plus+ Basic Operations 38 39 40 42 Playing a tape Recording TV programs Recording TV programs using VCR Plus+ Setting the timer manually Additional Operations 44 45 46 47 48 49 51 53 54 57 Playing/searching at various speeds Displaying tape information Selecting the sound Recording s
Features Thank you for purchasing the Sony Digital Video Cassette Recorder (VCR). This Digital VCR has the following features: High-quality digital picture and sound Over 500 lines of horizontal resolution This VCR achieves the highest resolution picture in home video equipment. PCM-recorded digital sound This VCR records sound as digital signals. There are two audio recording modes: – 16-bit mode: for high sound quality.
Convenient features made possible with the DV format Quick access with sub-code data Index signals are written separately from video/audio signals on a subcode data track. This enables the VCR to quickly locate a specific recording. Recording data display With the DV format, data such as the recording date and time are recorded onto the tape. Information such as the shutter speed, program AE mode, white balance, iris and gain are also recorded with a Sony digital camcorder.
Features (continued) Using DV cassettes Use and cassettes with this VCR. DV180 can record programs for 180 minutes and MiniDV60 can record for 60 minutes. You can use Mini DV cassettes with digital camcorders. Mini DV cassette DV cassette You cannot use h, H, j, , k, K, l, nor ¬ tapes on this VCR. Cassette memory Cassette memory is an optional feature that is mounted on some DV cassettes and Mini DV cassettes.
DV recording format The following figure shows how signals are recorded on a DV tape. 10 tracks = 1 frame Sub code sector Index signals, time codes,etc. Video sector Video signals, recording data,etc. ITI sector Reference signals for insert editing, etc. Audio sector Audio signals 16-bit audio mode 1 stereo track 12-bit audio mode 2 stereo tracks Copyright precautions On recording You cannot record any software having copyright protection signals on this VCR.
Check that you have the following items: Getting Started Step 1: Unpacking • Remote commander • Control S cable • LANC cable • Size AA (R6) batteries • S-Video cable • Audio/video cable (3-phono to 3-phono) • Cleaning Cassette • Cable Mouse (cable box controller) • 75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type connectors • AC power cord 8 Getting Started
Step 2: Setting up the remote commander Inserting the batteries Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and – on the batteries with the diagram inside the battery compartment. Notes • With normal use, the batteries should last for approximately three to six months. • If you will not use the remote commander for an extended period, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. • Do not use a new battery with an old one. • Do not use different types of batteries together.
Step 2: Setting up the remote commander (continued) Notes • If the TV uses a different remote control system from the one programmed to work with the VCR, you cannot control your TV with the remote commander. • If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased. • When you replace the batteries of the remote commander, the code number automatically resets to 1 (Sony). Reset to the appropriate code number.
Step 3: Hookups Caution • Connections between the VCR’s VHF/UHF connector and the antenna terminals of the TV receiver should be made only as shown in the following instructions. Failure to do so may result in operation that violates the regulations of the Federal Communications Commission regarding the use and operation of RF devices. Never connect the output of the VCR to an antenna or make simultaneous (parallel) antenna and VCR connections at the antenna terminals of your receiver.
Audio/video (A/V) hookup Note • To play a tape in stereo, you must use the A/V connection. If your TV has audio/video (A/V) input jacks, you will get a better picture and sound if you hook up your VCR using these connections. In addition, for a true “home theater” experience, you should connect the audio outputs of your VCR or TV to your stereo system. If your TV has an S-video input jack, you will enjoy an even better picture if you connect to the TV with the supplied S-video cable.
C Use this hookup if your TV has S-Link™ function If your TV has the S-Link™ (A/V bus control) function, hook up your VCR using the connection shown as below.
Recommended use Hookup 1 You should use this hookup if you have a cable box, especially if your cable system scrambles all or most channels. This hookup allows the VCR’s cable box control feature to control the channel on the cable box, simplifying the recording process. A list of compatible cable boxes is on page 34.
Hookup 1: VCR setup Hookup 1: VCR Plus+ channel setup 1 1 Find the VCR Plus+ Channel Listing in your program guide. For details on the VCR Plus+ Channel Listing, see page 36. 2 If the channels in the program guide are different from the channels that you actually use on your TV, set the channels that are different as follows: Set the RF UNIT switch to CH 3 or CH 4, whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to either channel.
Recommended use Hookup 2 No cable box or Incompatible cable box with only a few scrambled channels Use this hookup if you do not have a cable box. Also use this hookup if your cable company cannot supply a cable box that is compatible with the VCR’s cable box control feature, and your cable system scrambles only a few channels.
Hookup 2: VCR setup Hookup 2: VCR Plus+ channel setup 1 1 Find the VCR Plus+ Channel Listing in your program guide. For details on the VCR Plus+ Channel Listing, see page 36. 2 If the channels in the program guide are different from the channels that you actually use on your TV, set the channels that are different as follows: Set the RF UNIT switch to CH 3 or CH 4, whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to either channel.
Make the following connections if you’re using an antenna (if you don’t have cable TV). Hookup 3 Antenna hookup A Use this hookup if you’re using: • VHF/UHF antenna (you get channels 2–13 and channels 14 and higher) • UHF-only antenna (you get channels 14 and higher) • separate VHF and UHF antennas Rear of TV VHF/UHF A or VHF VCR Match the type of connector on your TV: A, B, or C.
Hookup 3: VCR setup Hookup 3: VCR Plus+ channel setup 1 1 Find the VCR Plus+ Channel Listing in your program guide. For details on the VCR Plus+ Channel Listing, see page 36. 2 If the channels in the program guide are different from the channels that you actually use on your TV, set the channels that are different as follows: Set the RF UNIT switch to CH 3 or CH 4, whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to either channel.
Hookup 4 Incompatible cable box with many scrambled channels Recommended use Use this hookup if your cable company cannot supply a cable box that is compatible with the VCR’s cable box control feature, and your cable system scrambles all, or most channels.
Hookup 4: VCR setup Hookup 4: VCR Plus+ channel setup 1 1 Find the VCR Plus+ Channel Listing in your program guide. For details on the VCR Plus+ Channel Listing, see page 36. 2 Enter all the channels you want to record and the cable box output channel (usually 2, 3, or 4): Set the RF UNIT switch to CH 3 or CH 4, whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to either channel. If you made A/V connections (from page 12), you can skip this step.
Recommended use Hookup 5 DSS (Digital Satellite System) receiver Use this hookup if you have a DSS receiver. It allows the VCR's cable box control feature to control the channel on the DSS receiver, simplifying the recording process. You should use this hookup if you have a DSS receiver. A list of compatible DSS receivers is on page 34. DSS (Digital Satellite System) is a satellite broadcast that provides superior digital-quality video and crisp digital-quality audio.
Hookup 5: VCR setup Automatic clock setting 1 If you connect an antenna or cable to the VCR, the Auto Clock Set feature will function. It automatically sets the clock and adjusts for Daylight Saving Time the first time you turn off the VCR. The VCR sets the clock by picking up a time signal provided by some TV channels. If you want to use the timer to record right away, or if the channels in your area do not carry time signals, set the clock manually. For details, see pages 27–29.
Recommended use Hookup 6 By using an A/B switch (not supplied), this hookup allows you to record both scrambled and unscrambled channels conveniently.
Hookup 6: VCR setup 1 4 Set the RF UNIT switch to CH 3 or CH 4, whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to either channel. If you made A/V connections (from page 12), you can skip this step. Preset the cable box output channel (usually 2, 3 or 4). Press MENU and select TUNER PRESET. Set MANUAL SET to ADD and press EXECUTE. For details, see page 31. Hookup 6: VCR Plus+ channel setup For details, see page 92. 2 Set the A/B switch to “A.
Hookup 6 (continued) You are now ready to use your VCR To record an unscrambled channel 1 Set the A/B switch to “A.” 2 Select channels on the VCR. To record a scrambled channel 1 Set the A/B switch to “B.” 2 Select channels on the cable box (for details on the cable box, see page 33). To watch TV 1 Turn off your VCR, or press the VCR’s TV/VTR button until the VTR indicator in the display window goes off. 2 Set the A/B switch to “B.” 3 Turn on your cable box.
Using the Auto Clock Set feature Setting the clock Some TV and cable channels transmit time signals with their broadcasts. Your VCR can pick up this time signal to automatically set the clock. The Auto Clock Set feature works only if a channel in your area is broadcasting a time signal. If broadcasters in your area are not yet sending time signals, set the time manually (page 29). Before you start… MENU EXECUTE • Turn on the VCR and the TV. • Set the TV to the VCR channel (channel 3 or 4).
Setting the clock (continued) If the clock is not activated 1 Follow steps 1 and 2 in “Using the Auto Clock Set feature.” 2 Press the CURSOR (?//) buttons to select OPTIONS in the AUTO CLOCK SET menu, then press EXECUTE. The CLOCK SET CHANNEL menu appears. 3 Press the CURSOR (?//) buttons to select AUTO or MANUAL. • If you select AUTO: The VCR automatically searches for a channel that carries a time signal. • If you select MANUAL: Set a channel that carries a time signal using the number buttons.
Using the Manual Clock Set 1 Press MENU. The main MENU appears on the TV screen. 2 Press the CURSOR (>/.) buttons to move the cursor (❚) to CLOCK SET, then press EXECUTE. 3 Press the CURSOR (?//) buttons to select MANUAL, then press EXECUTE. 4 Set the month using the CURSOR (>/.) buttons. 5 Press CURSOR / to highlight the day and set the day using the CURSOR (>/.) buttons. The day of the week is set automatically. 6 Press CURSOR / to highlight the year and set the year using the CURSOR (>/.
Presetting channels (Skip this section if you are using cable box / DSS receiver control.) This VCR is capable of receiving VHF channels 2 to 13, UHF channels 14 to 69 and unscrambled CATV channels 1 to 125. First, we recommend that you preset the receivable channels in your area using automatic presetting. Then, if there are any unwanted channels, disable them manually. If you have decided which channels you wish to preset, set them directly using manual presetting.
Presetting/deleting channels manually 1 Display the TUNER PRESET menu. For instructions, follow steps 1 and 2 in “Presetting all receivable channels automatically.” 2 Select the channel to preset or delete: • To preset a channel, enter the channel number by pressing the number buttons then ENTER. • To delete a channel, select the channel number by pressing CH +/–. 3 Set MANUAL SET to ADD or ERASE, using the CURSOR (?//) buttons: • To preset a channel, select ADD. • To delete a channel, select ERASE.
If the picture is not clear Presetting channels (continued) Normally, the Auto Fine Tuning (AFT) function automatically tunes in channels clearly. If, however, the picture of a channel is not clear, you may also use the manual tuning function. 1 Display the TUNER PRESET menu. For instructions, follow steps 1 and 2 in “Presetting all receivable channels automatically” on page 30. 2 Select the channel you want to fine-tune by pressing the number buttons and then ENTER. 3 Press the CURSOR (>/.
Setting up cable box control (Skip this section if you are using Hookup 2, 3, or 4) Number buttons, ENTER CH +/– Your VCR includes a cable box control feature which allows the VCR to control most brands of cable boxes/DSS receivers via the Cable Mouse. With cable box control, the VCR controls channels on the cable box/DSS receivers for timer recording.
Setting up cable box control (continued) DSS receiver/Cable box brands and the corresponding cable box code numbers If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one by one, until you come to the correct code for your equipment. DSS receiver brand Code numbers Sony 650 RCA 577 Cable box brand Code numbers ABC 018, 022, 024 028, 217 • Some cable boxes, even from brands listed on the right may not be compatible.
To ensure current operation • Place the Cable Mouse so that it hangs out over the cable box/DSS receiver front. • Do not place the cable box/DSS receiver on top of the VCR. • Position the cable box/DSS receiver away from the VCR. • Point the remote commander at the VCR, not at the cable box/DSS receiver. Side view ç : Signal flow To check the cable box/DSS receiver control setting 1 Press CH +/– on the remote commander.
How VCR Plus+ works Setting up VCR Plus+ Example of “PlusCode” Whenever you want to record a TV program, all you need to do is look up the program’s “PlusCode,” a number assigned to each program that’s published in the TV section of most newspapers, cable TV listings, and even TV GUIDE magazine. Then, just enter the PlusCode of the program you want and the VCR is automatically programmed to record that show. It’s that simple.
1 Press MENU, then press the CURSOR (>/.) buttons to move the cursor (❚) to SET VCR Plus+ CHANNELS and press EXECUTE. When using the EASY SET UP procedure, skip this step. 2 Enter the guide channel number assigned in the program guide and press ENTER. The TV CH column is highlighted. 3 • Number buttons, ENTER CH +/– • • MENU EXECUTE CURSOR If you made Hookup 1, 2, or 3, enter the actual number on your TV (and VCR) and press ENTER.
Basic Operations 1 Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel: • If the TV is connected to the VCR using the audio/video cable, set the TV to video input. • If the TV is connected to the VCR using only the antenna cable, set the TV to the channel for the VCR. 2 Press 6 EJECT to open the cassette panel. 3 Insert a cassette. The VCR turns on. Playing a tape 6 EJECT 0 REW To insert a Mini DV cassette, place it in the center of the tray.
Recording TV programs 1 Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel: • If the TV is connected to the VCR using the audio/video cable, set the TV to video input. • If the TV is connected to the VCR using only the antenna cable, set the TV to the channel for the VCR. • When using a cable box, turn it on. 2 Press 6 EJECT to open the cassette panel. 3 Insert a cassette. The VCR turns on. To insert a Mini DV cassette, place it in the center of the tray.
Recording TV programs using VCR Plus+ POWER Just enter the program’s “PlusCode” listed in the TV program guide. The date, times and channel of that program are set automatically. You can preset up to eight programs at a time. Before you start... • Check that the clock is set to the correct time. • Insert a tape with its protect tab not slid to red. Make sure the tape is longer than the total recording time. • Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel.
Tip To stop recording • To cancel the procedure, press VCR Plus+ before pressing ONCE, DAILY, or WEEKLY. To stop the VCR while recording, press p STOP. Notes • If the VCR beeps repeatedly, this means that: – The PlusCode is incorrect. – ONCE, DAILY, or WEEKLY was selected incorrectly. You cannot select DAILY or WEEKLY for a program that airs more than seven days ahead.
Setting the timer manually If VCR Plus+ is not available in your area, follow the instructions below to set the timer to record programs. Before you start... • Check that the clock is set to correct time. • Insert a tape with its protect tab not slid to red. Make sure the tape is longer than the total recording time. • Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel. • When using a cable box, turn it on. 1 Press MENU, then press the CURSOR (>/.
Tips To stop recording • To set the channel for timer recording, you can also use CH +/– or the number buttons. • To change or correct a setting before confirming it, press CURSOR ? to highlight the item you want to change and reset it. To stop the VCR while recording, press p STOP. Daily/weekly recording When you set the date to start recording in step 2 above, press CURSOR . to select the recording pattern. Each time you press the button, the indication changes as follows.
Using buttons on the remote commander Additional operations Playing/searching at various speeds Playback options Operation Play at twice the normal speed During playback, press ×2. To change direction, press FRAME ' or 7. Viewing in a high-speed picture During playback, press 0 or ). Play in slow motion During playback or pause, press & SLOW . To change direction, press FRAME ' or 7. Play frame by frame During pause, press FRAME ' or 7. To resume normal playback Press ·PLAY.
Displaying the recording data Displaying tape information When recording with the digital VCR, data such as the recording date, time and the channel number are also recorded onto the tape at the same time. If you play back a tape recorded with a Sony digital camcorder, you can check the shutter speed, program AE mode, white balance, iris and gain. To display the recording data, press DATA CODE during playback. Each time you press DATA CODE, the display changes as follows.
Selecting the sound Playing stereo or bilingual programs Press AUDIO MONITOR to select the desired sound. Each press of the button changes the display on the VCR. Playing the desired audio track When listening to the tape on which commentary or background music are recorded after, you can specify the playback audio tracks. This function is available when playing back a tape recorded in 12-bit audio recording mode. For details, see page 84. AUDIO MONITOR 1 Press · PLAY.
Recording stereo and bilingual programs Recording stereo programs This VCR automatically receives and records stereo programs. When a stereo program is received, the STEREO indicator lights up. If there is noise in the stereo program, set AUTO STEREO in the ADVANCED OPTIONS menu to OFF. The sound will be recorded in monaural but with less noise. For details, see page 55. Recording bilingual programs Normally, this VCR records only the main sound.
Recording TV programs using the quick timer After starting recording in the normal way, you can have the VCR stop recording automatically after a specified duration. 1 While recording, press QUICK TIMER once. Remaining recording time 2 Press QUICK TIMER repeatedly to set the duration. Each press advances the time in increments of 30 minutes. QUICK TIMER Tip • You can also set the quick timer and start recording when the VCR is in stop mode.
Searching using the index function The VCR marks the tape with an index signal at the point where each recording begins. Using these signals as references, you can find a specific recording.
Searching using the index function (continued) Tips • If the search type is not displayed on the TV screen, press the DISPLAY button on the remote commander. • If you use a tape with , mark, the cassette memory stores up to 33 index signals. (The number changes depending on the combination of index, date, and photo data stored.) This VCR is capable of storing and retrieving up to 16 kbits of cassette memory.
Before you start... Checking/changing/ cancelling timer settings POWER • Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel. 1 Press POWER to turn on the VCR. 2 Press MENU and select TIMER SET/ CHECK. 3 Check the timer settings: • If you do not want to change or cancel the settings, press EXECUTE, then turn the VCR off to return to recording standby. • If you want to change or cancel the settings, press the CURSOR (>/.) buttons to move the cursor (❚) to the setting you want to change or cancel.
Checking/changing/cancelling timer settings (continued) When the timer settings overlap When the timer settings are overlapped, overlapped programs or part painted as below are not recorded.
Adjusting the picture (Y/C delay) MENU When playing back a source recorded from an analog VCR, the color of the picture may shift right or left. You can adjust this color shift by using the Y/C delay function. The Y/C delay function works when playing back or viewing the input from the DV connector. 1 During playback or pause or when the DV input is displayed, press MENU. 2 Press the CURSOR (>/.) buttons to move the cursor (❚) to Y/C DELAY, then press EXECUTE.
Changing menu options 1 Press MENU. 2 Press the CURSOR (>/.) buttons to move the cursor (❚) to ADVANCED OPTIONS, then press EXECUTE. The ADVANCED OPTIONS menu appears on the TV screen. 3 Press the CURSOR (>/.) buttons to move the cursor (❚) to the option you want to change. If you press . at the lowest line, the next page appears. Page 1 Page 2 MENU EXECUTE CURSOR Tips • The menu settings are held until the AC plug is disconnected.
Menu choices Initial settings are indicated r mark. Page 1 Menu option Set this option to AUTO ANT SEL r ON if your TV is connected only to VHF/ UHF OUT on the VCR. To play a tape, set the TV to the VCR channel (channel 3 or 4). OFF if your TV is connected to both VHF/UHF OUT and LINE OUT on the VCR. To play a tape, set the TV to VCR input. AUTO STEREO OFF to reduce noise in a stereo program. Although the sound may improve, the sound becomes monaural.
Changing menu options (continued) Page 2 Menu option DIMMER Set this option to ON to make the display window dim. r OFF to make it brighter. LINE IN AUDIO Notes • When recording TV programs, the audio recording mode is automatically set to 16-bit mode. • When recording from the DV jack, the audio recording mode is automatically set to the same mode as the input audio. 16 to record the audio in 16-bit recording mode. r 12 to record the audio in 12-bit recording mode. SAP AUTO to record SAP sound.
Erasing the cassette memory Some DV cassettes and Mini DV cassettes have cassette memories where data such as recorded date and time is stored. If you don’t need the stored data, erase the memory with the following procedure. 1 Press MENU. 2 Press the CURSOR (>/.) buttons to move the CURSOR (❚) to CASSETTE MEMORY ERASE, then press EXECUTE. 3 Press the CURSOR (>/.) buttons to select the data to erase, then press CURSOR (?//) to set it to YES.
Editing methods Editing Before editing This section introduces you to various ways to edit tape recordings. You can cut out unwanted scenes or assemble your favorite scenes in the order you prefer. To edit tapes, you need to connect another VCR or camcorder. Copying a whole tape You can copy the contents of one tape to another. Source tape Video Audio Edited tape Video Audio Cutting out unwanted scenes While making a copy of a tape, you can cut out unwanted scenes.
Insert editing You can replace an existing scene with material from another recording. For insert editing, use this VCR as the recording machine. The following methods of insert editing are available with this VCR. Note • Use a source tape recorded on this VCR for insert editing. Otherwise, editing may result in poor sound and picture. If the source tape was recorded on another VCR (including other DHR-1000s), copy the tape on this VCR and use the copied tape.
Before editing (continued) Audio dubbing You can add commentary or background music to a tape recorded in 12-bit audio mode. The sound is recorded on the stereo 2 track. Note • Use a source tape recorded on this VCR for insert editing. Otherwise, editing may result in poor sound and picture. If the source tape was recorded on another VCR (including other DHR-1000s), copy the tape on this VCR and use the copied tape.
12-bit/16-bit audio modes When using the DV standard VCR, the sound is recorded in either 12bit or 16-bit mode. Tip • The DCR-VX1000/VX700/ PC7 digital video camera recorders record the sound in 12-bit audio mode (Stereo 1). 12-bit mode 16-bit mode Video Audio The 12-bit mode consists of two separate stereo tracks — Stereo 1 and 2. The 16-bit mode uses the whole audio area to record one stereo track. Checking the audio mode During playback, the indicator corresponding to the audio mode lights up.
Before editing (continued) Connectors and features used for editing LANC jack Tips • 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 or REMOTE have the same function as LANC jacks. Notes • The VCR (recorder) receives the time code data from the LANC jack only when the other VCR (player) is set to show the time code indications.
Selecting the connection for your VCR Before editing, check whether the other VCR has a lLANC jack or not. The operating procedures differ depending on whether or not you make the lLANC connection. To use the assemble editing feature, you need to connect to a VCR equipped with a lLANC jack. Does the other VCR have a lLANC jack? Yes / go to “Editing with LANC cable – Connections” page 64. No / go to “Editing without LANC cable – Connections” page 77.
Editing with LANC cable If the other VCR does not have a lLANC jack, go to page 77. Connections To a digital VCR with DV jack Notes With this connection, you can edit tapes with high-quality video and audio. • If you connect both LANC jacks on the front and rear panel, the front one is selected. • When you connect the other VCR using the DV jack , index signals, and the contents of the cassette memory are not transmitted.
To a camcorder without DV jack The LINE-2 IN jacks on the front of the VCR is convenient if you connect or disconnect a camcorder frequently. Player Recorder Camcorder Tip TV • To connect a monaural VCR, use LINE-2 IN jack and connect to the L jack (white) (leave the red audio plug unconnected). The monaural audio from the L jack will be recorded on both left and right tracks.
Editing with LANC cable Connections (continued) Tip • For the DCR-VX1000/ VX700/PC7 digital video camera, set SHUTTLE MODE to “B.” Notes • The REC LEVEL and REC BALANCE controls do not function on a source input through the DV jack. • With the DV connection, the playback VCR’s AUDIO MONITOR and AUDIO MIX BALANCE do not function on the source audio output through the DV jack. • Set the shuttle mode. 1 Press MENU. The MENU screen appears on the TV screen. 2 Select ADVANCED OPTIONS by pressing CURSOR (>/.
Editing with LANC cable Copying a tape With this function, the tapes in both VCRs are rewound to the beginning, then the source tape is copied until one of the tapes reaches its end. If you want to start copying from the middle of the tape, see page 68. Before you start editing, set up the system according to the instructions on pages 64 to 66. p (STOP) DUPLICATE ENTIRE TAPE START/PAUSE Note • The first few seconds may not be recorded. 1 Press DUPLICATE ENTIRE TAPE. The indicator lights up.
Editing with LANC cable Cutting out unwanted scenes With this function, you can start editing from the middle of the tape, and cut out unwanted scenes while making a copy. Before you start editing, set up the system according to the instructions on pages 64 to 66. PLAYER RECORDER EDIT STANDBY Shuttle ring/ Jog dial START/ PAUSE A B Unwanted scene Source tape Edited tape 1 Search for the points where you want to start playing or recording, and set both VCRs to playback pause mode.
Notes • If you press p STOP to stop editing, the source picture may be recorded after it stops. • This procedure is not possible if you connect this VCR to the DCR-VX1000/ VX700/PC7 digital video camera via the DV cable and you use this VCR as the playback machine. • If you record on the beginning part of the tape, or on the part just after an unrecorded portion, the first part of the recording may be dropped.
Editing with LANC cable Assemble editing You can select various scenes called “events,” from a source tape and record them in any order you choose. You can edit up to 10 events at a time. Before you start editing, set up the system according to the instructions on pages 64 to 66.
Notes • If the remaining time appears in the display window of the main unit, you cannot execute assemble editing. • Do not select an other input while assemble editing is being executed. Editing may not function correctly. • This VCR may malfunction if the IN/OUT points are not separated by more than two seconds. • If an event you want to record is marked with a time code of less than 0:01:00:00, the event will be edited inaccurately. In this case, use the manual editing procedure.
Editing with LANC cable Assemble editing (continued) 7 Press START / PAUSE. The whole screen appears and assemble editing starts. When editing ends, this VCR is set to recording pause and the screen in step 6 reappears. To assemble edit more than 10 events 1 Press ASSEMBLE. The assemble editing mode is canceled, and the IN/OUT points stored in memory are erased. 2 Repeat steps 2 to 7. Note To stop assemble editing • The recording does not stop the moment you press p to stop editing.
Editing with LANC cable Video insert editing Notes • Do not change the counter display during insert editing. Editing may not function accurately. • Insert editing cannot be made on a blank portion of the tape. When a blank is detected, the VCR stops editing. • If you record on the beginning part of the tape, or on the part just after the unrecorded portion, the first part of recording may be dropped.
Editing with LANC cable 3 Locate the start point (B) of the scene to be recorded over. Locate the beginning of the scene to be recorded over with the jog dial or shuttle ring. 4 Press VIDEO INSERT. The indicator lights up. 5 Locate the playback start point (C) of the source tape. 1 Press PLAYER. 2 Press ( (PLAY), then locate the playback start point with the jog dial or shuttle ring. 3 Release the jog dial or the shuttle ring at the beginning of the source scene. The EDIT STANDBY indicator lights.
Editing with LANC cable Audio insert editing You can replace the original sound with sound from the source tape, while retaining the original picture. Before you start editing, set up the system according to the instructions on pages 64 to 66. For audio insert editing, use the tape recorded by this VCR. If you want to edit the one recorded by other VCRs (include other DHR-1000s), first, you have to dub it to the tape on this VCR, then edit it.
Editing with LANC cable 5 Locate the playback start point of the source tape. 1 Press PLAYER. 2 Press ( (PLAY), then locate the playback start point with the jog dial or shuttle ring. 3 Release the jog dial or the shuttle ring at the beginning of the sound to be inserted. The EDIT STANDBY indicator lights. 6 Press START/PAUSE. The other VCR starts playback and this VCR starts recording.
Editing without LANC cable If the other VCR has a lLANC jack, see page 64. Connections To a digital VCR with DV jack Note With this connection, you can edit tapes with high-quality video and audio. • When you connect the other VCR using the DV jack, the data, index signals and the contents of the cassette memory are not transmitted.
Editing without LANC cable Connections (continued) To a camcorder without DV jack The LINE-2 IN jacks on the front of the VCR is convenient if you connect or disconnect a camcorder frequently. Player Recorder Camcorder Tip This VCR • To connect a monaural VCR, use LINE-2 IN jack and connect to the L jack (white) (leave the red audio plug unconnected). The monaural audio from the L jack will be recorded on both left and right tracks.
Editing without LANC cable You can copy a whole tape to the other tape. Before editing, set up the system according to the instructions on pages 77 to 78. Copying a tape r REC P PAUSE Note • If you start recording as soon as playback starts, the first few seconds of the picture and/or sound may become distorted. 1 Search for the points where you want to start playing or recording, and set both VCRs to stop. 2 Press r REC on this VCR while holding down P PAUSE. This VCR is set to recording pause.
Editing without LANC cable Cutting out unwanted scenes With this function, you can cut out unwanted scenes while making a copy. Before you start editing, set up the system according to the instructions on pages 77 to 78. Shuttle ring/ Jog dial r REC P PAUSE A B Unwanted scene Source tape Edited tape Note • If you start recording as soon as playback starts, the first few seconds of the picture and/or sound may become distorted.
Notes • If you press p STOP to stop editing, the source picture may be recorded after it stops. • If you record on the beginning part of the tape, or on the part just after an unrecorded portion, the first part of the recording may be dropped. • When you record on a new or fully rewound tape, do a trial recording for about 15 seconds, then start the actual recording.
Editing without LANC cable Video insert editing Notes • Do not change the counter display during insert editing. Editing may not function accurately. • Insert editing cannot be made on a blank portion of the tape. When a blank is detected, the VCR stops editing. • If you record on the beginning part of the tape, or on the part just after the unrecorded portion, the first part of recording may be dropped.
5 Locate the playback start point of the source tape (C), then set the VCR to playback pause. For best results, pause the tape a few seconds before the beginning of the scene. 6 Press the pause button on the other VCR to start playback. At the beginning of the scene you want to replace, press P PAUSE on this VCR to start recording. Video insert editing starts. When the tape counter reaches “0H00M00S,” recording stops automatically. 7 Press p STOP on the other VCR. Tips • To execute V.O.
Editing without LANC cable Audio insert editing You can replace the original sound with sound from the source tape, while retaining the original picture. Before you start editing, set up the system according to the instructions on pages 77 to 78. For audio insert editing, use the tape recorded by this VCR. If you want to edit the one recorded by other VCRs (include other DHR-1000s), first, you have to dub it to the tape on this VCR, then edit it.
5 Locate the playback start point of the source tape (C), then set the VCR to playback pause. For best results, pause the tape a few seconds before the beginning of the scene. 6 Press the pause button on the other VCR to start playback. At the beginning of the scene you want to replace, press P PAUSE on this VCR to start recording. Audio insert editing starts. When the tape counter reaches “0H00M00S”, the recording tape stops automatically. 7 Press p STOP on the other VCR.
Other editing features Audio dubbing You can add music or commentary to a tape recorded in 12-bit audio mode. Music or narration is recorded on the stereo 2 track, while the original sound on stereo 1 track remains. For audio dubbing, use the tape recorded by this VCR. If you want to edit the one recorded by other VCRs (include other DHR-1000s), first, you have to dub it to the tape on this VCR, then edit it.
Operation AUDIO MIX BALANCE REC BALANCE REC LEVEL AUDIO DUB AUDIO MONITOR Selector Shuttle ring/ Jog dial COUNTER RESET P PAUSE · PLAY START/PAUSE Tips • If you do not want to stop insert editing when the counter comes to “0H00M00S,” change the counter display to the time code. • For fade-in operation, turn the REC LEVEL control clockwise from the zero point. • For fade-out operation, turn the REC LEVEL control counterclockwise to the zero point.
Other editing features Listening to the inserted/dubbed sound 1 Start playback of the inserted/ dubbed tape. 2 Set the AUDIO MONITOR selector to the track you want to hear: • For stereo 1 track, set to STEREO 1. • For stereo 2 track, set to STEREO 2. • For both stereo 1 and stereo 2 tracks, set to MIX. When you select "MIX," you can adjust the audio balance between the stereo 1 and stereo 2 tracks with the AUDIO MIX BALANCE control. The PCM MODE indicators light according to the contents of the tape.
Other editing features Connecting a titler or editing controller To use a titler or editing controller, connect them as follows. Connecting a titler To LINE output Another VCR Audio/video cable To LANC jack (When the other VCR has a LANC jack) Notes • You cannot make the DV connection when using the titler. • To use a digital SEG, connect it with the LINE jacks. You cannot make the DV connection.
Other editing features Connecting an editing controller TV Connecting a titler or editing controller (continued) Another VCR Notes • When you connect an editing controller with the DV connection, you cannot connect a titler or a digital SEG in addition. • If you use an RM-E1000 as the editing controller, and this VCR is set up as the recording machine without the DV connection, occasionally, editing may start about one second later than the IN point.
Other editing features Connecting a capture board or video printer You can output a still picture to your computer using a capture board (optional) and print out the picture using a video printer (optional). Connecting the DVBK-1000 capture board With this connection, you can output a still picture to your computer. TV DVBK-1000 (for IBM compatible computer) This VCR ç: Signal flow DV connecting cable LANC cable For further instructions, refer to the manual of the connected equipment.
Setting the RF unit Additional information General setup information TV CHANNEL +/– When connecting the VCR to the TV using only the antenna cable, you must set the RF UNIT switch on the rear of the VCR so that the TV can receive the correct signal from the VCR. 1 Set the RF UNIT switch on the rear of the VCR to CH3 or CH4, whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to either channel. 2 Press POWER to turn on the VCR.
Precautions Notes on the video cassette recorder Do not install the unit in a place subject to direct sunlight or heat sources If you do, its cabinet, mechanical parts, etc., may be damaged. Do not install the unit in an extremely hot place If the unit is left in a car parked with its windows closed (especially in summer), its cabinet may be damaged or it may not work correctly.
Precautions (continued) Cleaning of the video heads If the video heads are contaminated, the pictures cannot be recorded properly or the playback pictures become noisy. If the following phenomena occur, use the cleaning cassette (supplied) or sony video head cleaning cassette (not supplied) to clean the heads. • Square-shaped noise appears on the playback picture. • A part of the playback picture does not move. • The playback picture does not appear on the screen.
About moisture condensation If the unit or tape is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside or outside the unit or tape. If you use the tape or video heads in this condition, the tape may adhere to the head drum, and the video heads or the tape may be damaged, or malfunction may occur. Moisture condensation is likely to occur under the following conditions: • The unit is brought from the cold outdoors to a warm indoor location.
Troubleshooting If you have any questions or problems not covered below, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Symptom Remedy The POWER switch does not function. • Connect the mains lead securely. The power is turned on but the VCR does not operate. • Turn off the power and disconnect the mains lead. After about one minute, connect the mains lead and turn on the VCR. • Press the CL button. Reset the clock, timer, and menu settings. • Moisture condensation has occurred.
Playback (continued) Recording Timer recording Symptom Remedy Mixed sound is heard. • When you play a bilingual tape, select the sound you want by pressing AUDIO MONITOR. • When you play a tape recorded in 12-bit mode, set the AUDIO MONITOR selector to the track when the sound is recorded. Though the tape is recorded in stereo, playback sound is monaural. • Audio from one track only is selected. Press AU MONITOR MAIN/ SUB. The playback sound is skipped. • The tape is defective. Use a new tape.
Troubleshooting (continued) Editing (continued) Remote commander Others 98 Symptom Remedy Assemble editing does not operate. • The counter is set to the remaining time display. Press COUNTER SELECT so that the tape counter or time code appears in the display window. The VCR stops during insert editing. • The VCR stops automatically when the tape counter reaches 0:00:00. Set the editing end point to 0:00:00. • There is an unrecorded portion on the source tape.
Specifications System Tuner section Recording format Tuning system DV standard (consumer Digital VCR format, SD specifications) PLL synthesizer system Audio tuning system Video signal Inter-carrier system EIA STANDARD, NTSC color system Channel coverage Usable cassettes Recording time VHF 2 to 13 UHF 14 to 69 CATV A-8 to A-1, A to W, W+1 to W+84 180 minutes (when using the DV-180 cassette) Antenna Fast-forward and rewind time 75-ohm antenna terminal for VHF/ UHF DV cassettes and Mini-DV cass
Specifications (continued) Inputs and outputs General Antenna Power requirements 75-ohm antenna terminal for VHF/ UHF 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power consumption CABLE BOX CONTROL (CONTROL S OUT) 43 W Mini jack (plug in power) (1) Operating temperature 5 °C to 40 °C CONTROL S IN Mini jack (1) Storage temperature – 20 °C to 60 °C DV IN/OUT DV type 4-pin jack (1) LINE IN 1 and 2 VIDEO IN, pin jack (1 each) Input signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced, sync negative AUDIO IN, pin jack (2 each) Input level: 2
Index to parts and controls Refer to the pages indicated in ( ) for details. Front panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 16BIT/12BIT indicator (61) Cassette panel (38) 6 EJECT button (38) See section A below. OPERATION PANEL OPEN/CLOSE button (102) Audio indicators A 1 2 3 4 7 8 9 0 !¡ Display window (104) VTR indicator (39) See section B below.
Index to parts and controls (continued) Operation panel 1 Menu buttons (MENU, CURSOR and EXECUTE buttons) (27, 54) 2 See section C on the next page. 3 PCM MODE indicators (88) 4 See section D on the next page.
E C 1 2 3 4 AUDIO MONITOR selector (63, 88) AUDIO MIX BALANCE control (63, 88) REC BALANCE control (66, 86) REC LEVEL control (66, 86) 1 TV/VTR button (39) 2 AU (audio) MONITOR MAIN/SUB button (97) 3 AUX DATA button (This button works the same as the DATA CODE button on the remote commander.
Index to parts and controls (continued) Display window 1 2 3 4 5 6 TIME CODE indicator (45, 62) REMAIN (remaining time) indicator (45) TIMER indicator (40, 42) REC (recording) indicator DV OUT/IN indicator S video input indicator (64, 77) 104 Additional Information 7 Cassette indicator 8 Channel indicator (39) 9 Current time/Quick timer/Frame indicator (39, 45, 48, 62) 0 Tape counter (45, 62) !¡ Peak level meter (86)
Rear panel 1 2 3 4 5 RF UNIT CH3/CH4 switch (15, 92) lLANC jack (62, 64) LINE-1 IN jacks (64, 77) AC IN connector LINE-1 OUT jacks (12, 13) 6 LINE-2 OUT jacks 7 CABLE BOX CONTROL (CONTROL S OUT) jack (14, 22) 8 S LINK (CONTROL S IN) jack (13) 9 VHF/UHF IN/OUT connectors (14) (continued) Additional Information 105
Index to parts and controls (continued) Remote commander Front with cover closed 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 !¡ !™ !£ !¢ !∞ !§ !¶ !• !ª 106 Additional Information TV/VTR switch (9) COMMAND MODE switch (9) POWER button (40) AUDIO MONITOR buttons (46) TV/VTR button (9) CHANNEL +/– buttons (39) VOL (volume) +/– buttons (for TV only) (9) r REC button (39) ) FF button (38) P PAUSE button (38) p STOP button (38) Shuttle ring (44) Jog dial (44) · PLAY button (38) 0 REW button (38) SEARCH 3/# buttons (38) ENTER button
Front with cover opened 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 !¡ !™ !£ !¢ !∞ DATA CODE button (45) COUNTER SELECT button (45, 73) COUNTER RESET button (45, 73) COMMAND MODE switch (9) PRINT button (91) SEARCH SELECT button (49) SEARCH + button (49) SEARCH = button (49) EXECUTE button (27, 54) CURSOR >/./?// buttons (27, 54) MENU button (27, 54) FRAME '/7 buttons (44) .
TIMER SET/CHECK (51) MENU chart This VCR has a various functions available on the TV screen. To operate these functions, use the MENU buttons on the remote commander or control panel. Refer to the pages indicated in ( ) for details. Setting timer recordings. You can also check, change and cancel the recordings, including the ones set with VCR Plus+ feature. TUNER PRESET (30) Tuning the VCR to receive broadcast channels. CLOCK SET (27) Enabling/disabling the auto AUTO CLOCK SET feature.
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I Index 12-bit/16-bit audio mode 4, 61 A Adjusting the picture 53 AV hook up 12 Antenna hook up 18, 92 AFT (Auto Fine Tuning) 32 Audio dubbing 86 Audio recording mode 4, 46 Auto clock set 27 Tape counter 45 Time code 62 Timer recording 40 cancelling 51 changing 51 checking 51 Tuner preset 30 J, K Jog dial V, W, X 44 VCR Plus+ 36, 40 Video printing 91 Video on sound 74, 83 Video capture board 91 L LANC connection jack 62 mode 55 B Bilingual program T, U Insert editing audio insert 75, 84 video ins
