3-865-064-13(1) Digital Videocassette Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
Table of Contents Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located in the rear. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. Serial No. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Table of Contents Chapter1 Overview Features ............................................................................. 9 Location and Function of Parts ..................................... 13 Display Panel ....................................................................... 14 Control Panel ........................................................................ 16 Front Control Section ........................................................... 22 Top Panel .......................................
Table of Contents Chapter3 Editing (Continued) Setting Edit Points .......................................................... 50 Setting Edit Points ................................................................ 50 Checking Edit Points ............................................................ 52 Cuing Up Edit Points ........................................................... 53 Previewing Edit Results ....................................................... 54 Modifying Edit Points ..................
Chapter5 Special Editing and Recording/Playback Special Editing ................................................................ 75 Quick Editing ....................................................................... 75 Continuous Editing .............................................................. 77 Manual Editing ..................................................................... 78 Recording ........................................................................ 79 Preparations for Recording ...
Table of Contents Chapter7 Setup Menu Menu System Configuration ........................................ 101 Basic Menu .................................................................... 101 Items in the Basic Menu..................................................... 101 Basic Menu Operations ...................................................... 104 Extended Menu ............................................................. 106 Items in the Extended Menu ..............................................
Chapter9 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Condensation ................................................................ 127 Head Cleaning ............................................................... 127 Periodic Maintenance ................................................... 128 Troubleshooting ............................................................ 129 Error Messages ................................................................... 131 Alarm Messages .............................................
1 Chapter Chapter 1 Overview Overview Features The DSR-70/70P is a 1/4-inch digital videocassette recorder using the DVCAMTM digital recording format. It uses a component video system, with separate luminance and chrominance signals and digital processing to realize a stable, high image quality. This unit is lightweight and compact, with a color liquid crystal display and speakers, making it easy to carry, yet ideal for on-the-spot checking of recorded material.
Features Location and Function of Parts Playback compatibility with DV format A DV cassette recorded on a DV format VCR can be played back on this unit. (It is not possible, however, to play back cassettes recorded in LP mode.) Chapter 1 Overview Support for two cassette sizes There are two sizes of DVCAM cassette: standard and mini. You can use either size with this unit. • The reel mechanism automatically adjusts to the size of cassette inserted.
Internal timecode generator and reader High-speed search function You can carry out a picture search while playing back in color within the range +32 to –32 times normal speed1). When controlling the unit in shuttle mode from an editor or remote control unit, you can search at any speed in the range +32 to –32 times normal speed. In jog mode a frame by frame search is possible. During playback in the range +10 to –10 times normal speed, high-speed audio playback is also possible.
Features Location and Function of Parts Sequential recording Chapter 1 Overview Combining two DSR-70/70P units allows you to perform sequential recording from one unit to another. Using two cassettes repeatedly, the last six hours of recording is always available (using 184 minute tapes). When you renew the cassette about every 3 hours, endless recording is possible. Compatible with wide screen aspect ratio (16:9) The unit can record and play back aspect ratio information.
Location and Function of Parts This unit is comprised of the parts shown in the figure below. Top panel (see page 23) Chapter 1 Overview Rear panel (see page 24) Slide the lock release switch and pick up the display panel.
Location and Function of Parts Display Panel Chapter 1 Overview 1 LCD monitor 2 BRIGHT (brightness)/ CONTRAST knob 3 WARNING indicator 4 Timecode operation buttons 5 COUNTER SELECT button 6 LIGHT switch 7 METER switch !£ PAGE button !™ Sub LCD operation buttons F1 to F4 !¡ Audio monitor speaker 1 LCD monitor Displays the playback or E-E pictures1). Time data, status information, and setup menus, etc. are superimposed on the LCD monitor.
8 Audio level meter Displays the recording and playback audio levels of two (CH-1/2 or CH-3/4) of the four audio channels (CH-1 to CH-4), as selected with the METER switch 7. Chapter 1 Overview 9 UP and DOWN buttons Press to make settings in the sub LCD menu. For more information about the sub LCD menu, see “Sub LCD Menu Home Page and Sub LCD Operation Buttons” on page 66.
Location and Function of Parts Control Panel Chapter 1 Overview REMOTE/LOCAL switch (see below) Timecode, character and setup menu section (see page 19) METER switch (see “Display Panel” on page 14) REC INHI switch (tape transport section) REC TC CHARACTER REC INHI OFF LOCAL INT ON ON REMOTE EXT OFF MENU PREROLL INHI REC SEQ SET ASSEMBLE METER CH-1/2 CH-3/4 INSERT AUDIO VIDEO EJECT TC – CH1,1/2 CH2,3/4 TRIM + CLIP LINK PLAY 0 F FWD STANDBY STOP ) p SHUTTLE JOG FORWARD RE
Tape transport section 1 PREROLL button Chapter 1 Overview 2 REC INHI indicator 3 REC/SEQ button !∞ REC INHI switch 4 EDIT button REC TC CHARACTER REC INHI OFF LOCAL INT ON MENU PREROLL INHI REC SEQ SET EDIT METER CH-1/2 r ON REMOTE ASSEMBLE EXT OFF CH-3/4 INSERT AUDIO VIDEO TC – REW 6 0 CH2,3/4 REVERSE PLAYER DELETE CLIP LINK RECORDER MARK F FWD STANDBY STOP ) p 5 STOP button FORWARD 6 Search button and indicators ENTRY SHIFT IN PREVIEW PLAY SHUTTLE JOG + TRIM L
Location and Function of Parts 4 EDIT button Press together with the PLAY button 9 to perform manual editing. Chapter 1 Overview To monitor E-E mode You can monitor input signals in E-E mode by pressing this button from stop mode. The button lights when pressed, and the input signals selected with the ASSEMBLE or INSERT buttons appear in E-E mode. To return to the original picture, press the STOP button 5. You can view E-E video during playback, search, fast forward, and rewind by pressing this button.
!£ PLAYER/RECORDER buttons and indicators When two DSR-70/70P units are combined and connected via the REMOTE (9-pin) connectors or DV connector (when DSBK-140 is installed), press to control one unit from another. PLAYER button: The buttons of the editing and tape transport sections on the recorder side of the control panel work to control the player. RECORDER button: The buttons of the editing and tape transport sections on the recorder side of the control panel work to control the recorder itself.
Location and Function of Parts Editing section Use two DSR-70/70P units or one DSR-70/70P unit and an editing player for editing.
7 IN/OUT (IN point/OUT point) buttons Press these buttons, lighting them, together with the ENTRY/SHIFT button 5 to set an IN point (edit start point) or OUT point (end point). After setting edit points, you can press either of these buttons alone to display the IN or OUT point in the sub LCD. 5 ENTRY/SHIFT button Press together with the IN button, the OUT button, or the AUDIO IN button to set edit points. The buttons for the edit points that you set light.
Location and Function of Parts Chapter 1 Overview PRESET: Preset to fixed levels. Levels cannot be adjusted with the level adjustment knobs. VARIABLE: Levels adjustable with level adjustment knobs. This allows you to adjust the levels while viewing the audio level meters in E-E mode.
4 CHROMA PHASE knob Adjusts the chroma phase (phase relative to burst). This knob is a push switch. When you press it to bring it into the raised position, the setting becomes VARIABLE. When you press it again to depress it, the setting returns to PRESET. PRESET: This is the normal setting. Regardless of the knob position, the chroma phase is set to the standard value. VARIABLE: The chroma phase can be adjusted across a range of ±30˚.
Location and Function of Parts Chapter 1 Overview 2 BREAKER button When excess power flows inside the unit, the breaker activates to protect the circuits by automatically shutting down the power. After inspecting and adjusting the unit, press this button. If there is no further trouble, the power will be restored. 3 Shoulder belt attachment fixture Attach the supplied shoulder belt. For more information, see “Using the Shoulder Belt” page 126.
3 AUDIO INPUT CH-1/CH-2 connectors (XLR 3pin, female) Input the analog audio signals of input channels 1 and 2. For more information about LINE OUT settings, see page 71. 9 MONITOR AUDIO connector (phono jack) Output the audio signals of the channels selected with the MONITOR in the sub LCD menu. The level is adjustable, and mixing is possible. For more information about the MONITOR item, see page 71. Note The level can be adjusted from the control panel, but mixed signals cannot be output. 5 REF.
Location and Function of Parts Optional board/timecode/remote control/power input and output section Chapter 1 Overview AUDIO INPUT VIDEO OFF ON 75Ω OFF ON 75Ω REF.
Connector of the DSBK-140 Connectors of the DSBK-170 Y DV IN/OUT IN OUT IN/OUT switch R-Y Y, R–Y, B–Y (luminance and color difference signal) input/output connectors (BNC type): Use to input or output analog component signals (Y, R–Y, B–Y). When using as input connectors, set the IN/OUT switch to IN. When using as output connectors, set the IN/OUT switch to OUT.
2 Chapter Power Preparations and Connections This unit can be powered by batteries or AC power. Example battery packs and AC adaptors that can be used are shown below. Battery pack Battery adapter BP-90A DC-L90 Battery pack AC adaptor BP-L60/BP-L60A/ AC-DN2A BP-L90/BP-L90A AC-550/ 550CE CMA-8A/ 8ACE Note If you attach or remove batteries or AC adaptors incorrectly, they may fall down and cause body injury. Follow the procedures described below to attach or remove them.
Power Preparations Notes about battery usage • Before using the batteries, be sure to charge them fully with the special battery charger. Refer to the operating instructions of your battery charger for more information about how to charge the batteries. • Batteries may not be completely charged if you charge them immediately after use when they are still warm. You should wait until the batteries cool before charging them.
To remove the battery pack With the lever pushed in, slide the BP-L60(A)/L90(A) out. BP-L60(A)/L90(A) Using the BP-90(A) Battery Pack Different battery adaptors are used when mounting the BP-90(A) on the top panel of this unit and when connecting it the DC IN connector. This unit can be operated for about 70 minutes at normal temperature on a fully charged BP-90(A) Battery Pack. (When no optional board is installed.
Power Preparations 2 Attach the DC-L90 to the top panel of this unit. Use the same method that you use to attach the BP-L60(A)/L90(A). For details, see “To attach the battery pack” on page 30. To connect to the DC IN connector Use the DC-210 Battery Adaptor. Chapter 2 For more information about connections, refer to the operating instructions of the DC-210.
To use the AC-550/550CE As shown in the following figure, connect the AC-550/550CE to the AC power source and turn it on. When you connect AC power, the power supply automatically switches to the AC power from a battery pack mounted on the top panel of the unit. Note Noise may occur in video and audio signals at the moment when the unit switches from the battery pack to AC power.
Power Preparations Chapter 2 Remove the cover of the battery connector. 2 Insert the V-wedge shoe on the AC-DN2A in the V-groove on one unit and slide the AC-DN2A until the battery charging connector is connected to the battery connector. Power Preparations and Connections 1 Battery charging connector Battery connector 3 Use the DC power cord (supplied with the AC-DN2A) to connect the DC output connector on the AC-DN2A and the DC IN connector on the rear of another unit.
System Configuration The figure below shows example equipment that can be connected to this unit. DVCAM cassette DVCAM camcorder Chapter 2 Power Preparations and Connections DV camcorder SDI(DSBK-160)a) DV cassette DNW-A25/A25P digital VCR SDTI(QSDI) (DSBK-150)a) DV camcorder i.LINK (DSBK-140)a) SDTI(QSDI) (DSBK-150)a) i.
Connections for Cut Editing Using Two DSR-70/ Power 70PPreparations Units — i.LINK Connections (Optional DSBK-140 Required) For a cut editing system using two DSR-70/70P units with an i.LINK interface, the following figure shows an example of the connections. Use the same configuration when dubbing signals in DVCAM format via an i LINK interface. Note In this case, both of the recorder and player require the DSBK-140 i.LINK/ DV Input/Output Board.
3 Chapter Editing Sequence of Editing Operations Chapter 3 The following is a typical sequence of cut editing operations carried out using two DSR-70/70P units as a pair of player and recorder. Making necessary settings See “Settings for Editing” (page 38) Insert cassettes. • Insert a cassette for recording the results of editing in the recorder. • Insert the cassette on which material to be edited has been recorded in the player. “DVCAM cassettes” (page 43) Select an edit mode.
Settings for Editing Settings for Editing When using two units of the DSR-70/70P as a pair of recorder and player in an editing system, set the recorder and player as follows. Basically, the same recorder settings and player settings apply when you use a DSR 70/ 70P unit as a stand-alone recorder or player. Recorder Settings Make settings as follows. POWER indicator Sub LCD Chapter 3 1 4 TC LOCAL 6 5 3 INT UP/DOWN buttons Editing REMOTE EXT 7 2 1 2 Set the REMOTE/LOCAL switch to LOCAL.
3 Use the COUNTER SELECT button to select the type of time data to be used. Each press of the button cycles through three options in the sub LCD: CNT, TC, and UB. 4 Time data indication in the sub LCD Count in the counter CNT Timecode TC User bit data UB When the time data selected in step 3 is timecode (TC), use the TC INT/EXT switch to select the type of timecode.
Settings for Editing To select an input audio signal format Press the sub LCD operation button F3, highlighting the input audio signal indication, then press the UP button or the DOWN button repeatedly until the input audio signal indication corresponding to the desired audio signal appears in the sub LCD. Input audio signal indication in the Selectable audio signals sub LCD (Input connectors) Analog signals (AUDIO INPUT CH-1/ ANALOG CH-2) i.LINK (DV) signals (DV IN/OUT (optional DSBK-140)) i.
7 Use the AUDIO INPUT PRESET/VARIABLE switch and the AUDIO INPUT CH 1 to CH-4 level adjustment knobs to adjust the audio input levels. Watching the audio level meter, adjust the levels so that the meter does not indicate higher values than 0 dB when the audio signals are at their maximum. AUDIO INPUT PRESET/ Audio input level adjustment VARIABLE switch setting PRESET Preset to fixed levels. Levels cannot be adjusted with the level adjustment knobs.
Settings for Editing 2 Set the POWER switch to ON, then make the following checks. When the unit is powered, the POWER indicator lights and the sub LCD home page appears in the sub LCD. Check Enough battery power remaining? Indication/What to do See for details Check the remaining battery power indication. “ 5Remaining battery power indication” If “BATT” is flashing (page 67) Replace the battery.
Handling Cassettes This unit can use standard-size and mini-size DVCAM cassettes listed below. Model name Size PDV-64ME/94ME/124ME/184ME Standard size PDVM-12ME/22ME/32ME/40ME Mini size The numbers in each model name indicate the maximum recording/ playback time (in minutes) for each model. For example, the PDV-184ME has a maximum recording/playback time of 184 minutes. Notes Chapter 3 • If you insert an incorrect type of cassette, it will be automatically ejected.
Handling Casettes 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 ensure 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.
Paper clip, etc. Reel Loading/Ejecting Cassettes Chapter 3 To load a cassette Editing LCD indicator 1 REW 6 0 SERVO 3 PLAY 4 EJECT F FWD STANDBY STOP ) p STANDBY indicator 2 1 With the unit powered on, press the EJECT button. The control panel lifts up and the cassette compartment opens. 2 Load a cassette in the direction shown in the figure. The message “CASSETTE OUT” displayed on the LCD monitor changes to “TAPE UNTHREAD”.
Handling Casettes To eject the cassette 1 2 1 With the unit powered on, press the EJECT button. The control panel lifts up and the cassette compartment opens. Chapter 3 2 Remove the cassette and close the control panel. Notes Editing • Do not shut the display panel while the control panel is still open. Doing so may damage the lock mechanism of the display panel. • The EJECT cannot be used to eject a cassette when battery power falls to below about 9 V. Connect an external power supply.
Selecting an Edit Mode When you use two DSR-70/70P units, you can do two types of editing: assemble editing and insert editing. This section provides an outline of each type and explains how to select an edit mode. In the subsequent explanation of editing operations in this chapter, illustrations of a pair of DSR-70/70P units (player and recorder) combined using the optional BKNW-225 Docking Kit are used (see page 125).
Selecting an Edit Mode Insert Editing In insert editing, you insert video, audio, and timecode at desired positions on an already recorded tape. You can insert all three types of data at the same time, or insert one of the types separately. Note Before you use an unrecorded tape in insert editing, video signal such as black signal and timecode must be recorded on all over the tape.
Finding Edit Points —Search Playback in search mode using the jog and shuttle dials allows finding edit points quickly. Jog mode Playback speed is determined by the rotation speed of the jog dial between ±1 times normal speed. Rotate the dial in the clockwise direction to search in the forward direction, and rotate the dial in the counterclockwise direction to search in the reverse direction.
Selecting an Edit Edit Mode Setting Points In editing operations, there are four edit points: an IN point and an OUT point on the recorder side, and an IN point and an OUT point on the player side. As soon as you set three of the edit points, the fourth edit point is calculated automatically. In insert editing, you can set IN points for audio separately from the IN points for video (audio split editing).
2 Press the IN button together with the ENTRY/SHIFT button at the point you want to set as the IN point. Press the OUT button together with the ENTRY/SHIFT button at the point you want to set as the OUT point. The IN and OUT points are set, and the IN and OUT buttons light. 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 on the recorder side to set the recorder IN or OUT point.
Selecting Setting Edit anPoints Edit Mode Checking Edit Points You can check the time data of edit points and the duration between two edit points by displaying them in the sub LCD. To display the time data of edit points Press the recorder side or player side IN or OUT button. Chapter 3 AUDIO IN – + TRIM Editing LIST DELETE CLIP LINK MARK ENTRY SHIFT IN OUT OUT button IN button While the button remains pressed, the time data for the corresponding edit point is displayed in the sub LCD.
Cuing Up Edit Points You can cue up any edit point, or cue up a position located a specified amount of time before the edit start point (preroll). To set the preroll time Using the setup menu item 001, specify how many seconds (the preroll time) in advance of the edit start point to set the preroll point. The factory default preroll time is 5 seconds. For details, see page 102. Use the following procedures to cue up an edit point or preroll the tape.
Setting Selecting Edit anPoints Edit Mode To preroll the tape Press the recorder side or player side PREROLL button. REC PREROLL INHI PREROLL button The tape runs to the preroll point, located in advance of the edit start point by the specified amount of time, and then stops. Chapter 3 Previewing Edit Results Editing When you finish setting the edit points, the PREVIEW button flashes to indicate that you can conduct a preview.
To stop a preview Press the STOP button on the recorder. The tape stops when the button was pressed. Modifying Edit Points Once you set edit points, you can delete them or modify them as required in units of one frame. When edit points have been set incorrectly, for example when an OUT point is located before an IN point or when the durations of editing segments on the player and recorder do no match, the DELETE buttons flash to alert you that a preview or edit cannot be conducted.
Setting Selecting Edit anPoints Edit Mode To modify edit points slightly Proceed as follows. AUDIO IN – + TRIM LIST DELETE CLIP LINK MARK TRIM+/MARK and –/LIST buttons ENTRY SHIFT Chapter 3 IN OUT OUT button IN button Editing 1 While pressing the recorder side or player side IN or OUT button, depending on the edit point that you want to modify, press a TRIM button (+/MARK or –/LIST) on the same side of the control panel. The edit point time data is displayed.
Executing an Edit Outline of Editing Operations The figure below shows how the recorder and player operate during edit. Tape transport Preroll point OUT point Postroll point IN point Recorder Preroll a) Postroll b) Assemble editing Over recording Playback Insert editing Stop Player Chapter 3 Time flow Stop Editing Playback a) The factory default preroll time is 5 seconds. You can use the setup menu item 001 to set a time from 0 to 30 seconds (see page 102).
Executing an Edit Starting an Edit To start an edit, press the AUTO EDIT button. AUDIO IN – + TRIM LIST DELETE CLIP LINK MARK ENTRY SHIFT ENTRY/SHIFT button Chapter 3 IN OUT OUT button PREVIEW AUTO EDIT REVIEW REVIEW button Editing AUTO EDIT button The AUTO EDIT button is lit during an edit. It goes out when the edit finishes. To stop an edit Press the ENTRY/SHIFT button together with the OUT button. The edit ends, and the point where you pressed the buttons becomes the OUT point.
Redoing an Edit Edit point data is retained even after you execute an edit, until you set new edit points. You can redo an edit after modifying the edit point data. AUDIO IN – + TRIM DELETE CLIP LINK MARK IN OUT AUTO EDIT REVIEW 2 3 Editing PREVIEW 1 ENTRY SHIFT Chapter 3 LIST 1 Press the recorder side DELETE button together with the ENTRY/ SHIFT button. 2 Modify the edit points. See “To Modify edit points slightly” (page 56) for the procedure. 3 Press the AUTO EDIT button.
4 Chapter Time Data and Sub LCD Menu Setting Time Data To display superimposed time data and text information about the operating status of the unit in the LCD monitor, set the CHARACTER switch to ON (see page 19). The setup menu and error messages are displayed regardless of the setting of the CHARACTER switch. When the CHARACTER switch is set to ON, the text information is also superimposed on the output of the VIDEO OUTPUT 2 (SUPER) connector .
Setting Time Data Information displayed The figure below shows the time data and operation status that can be superimposed. 1 Time data type Time data 2 Timecode reader dropframe marka) 3 Timecode generator dropframe marka) T C R P 2 3 : 5 9 . 4 0 . 1 8 S H U T T L E S T I L L 5 Operating mode 4 Recorder/player selection a) This character can appear on the DSR-70 only. The character to appear in these two columns is always a colon (:) on the DSR-70P.
5 Operating mode The ■ mark, indicating an auto editing segment, may appear at the rightmost position. The contents displayed other than the ■ mark are listed below. Display No cassette loaded TAPE UNTHREAD Tape not yet threaded STANDBY OFF Standby off mode T. RELEASE Tension release mode STOP Stop mode F. FWD Fast forward mode REW Rewind mode PREROLL Preroll mode PLAY Playback mode (servo unlock) LOCK REC REC LOCK SEQ-REC SEQ-REC Set the switches and sub LCD menu items as shown below.
Setting Time Data 2 Press the HOLD button. To set user bits The first digit of the time data (hours:minutes:seconds:frames) in the sub LCD begins to flash. You can record up to 8 hexadecimal digits of information (date, time, event number, etc.) in the timecode track. To set all digits to 0 Press the RESET button. Proceed as follows. 3 Confirm the JOG indicator lights, and select jog mode if not. (Shuttle mode is not recommendable.) 4 Select the digit to set by rotating the jog dial.
Synchronizing the Internal Timecode Generator With an External Signal — External Lock You can synchronize the internal timecode generator of this unit by inputting an external timecode signal (LTC). To synchronize to an external timecode signal Connect the external timecode (LTC) signal to the TC IN connector, and set the TC INT/EXT switch to the EXT position. This starts the synchronization of the internal timecode generator to the external timecode signal.
Sub LCD Menu Display and Settings –– Making Operating Mode and Video/Audio Signal Settings The sub LCD menu displayed in the sub LCD allows you to make operating mode and video/audio signal settings for the unit. Sub LCD Menu Home Page and Sub LCD Operation Buttons The home page of the sub LCD menu is displayed when you power the unit on.
5 Remaining battery power display Displays the remaining battery power on a scale of seven levels. When the power is nearly exhausted, the BATT display flashes. When the power is completely exhausted, a flashing E (End) appears. Regarding the remaining battery power indication, also see the sections “3 BAT-END (battery end) setting” and “4 BAT-NE (battery near end) setting” on page 74. 6 NO EDIT indication Appears when a tape recorded in DV format is played back.
Sub LCD Menu Display and Settings – Making Operating Mode and Video/Audio Signal Settings Sub LCD Menu Basic Operations To switch between menu pages For more information about the video and audio settings pages, see the section “Input and Output Settings for Video and Audio Signals” on page 70. In addition to the home page, the sub LCD menu has pages that allow you to make settings for input and output of video and audio signals, and other general settings.
To select an item Display the page that contains the item you want to select, then press F1 to F4, that is located in the same column as the item. The selected item is highlighted. Press the button repeatedly until the item that you want to select is highlighted. To change a setting With the item that you want to change highlighted, press the UP or DOWN button repeatedly until the item is set to the value that you want.
Input and Output Settings for Video and Audio Signals –– Sub LCD Menu Using the sub LCD menu, you can make settings related to the input and output of video and audio signals. Display when the optional DSBK-140/150/ 160 board is installed CH 1*IN-1 IN-2 IN-3 IN-4 For more information about basic sub LCD menu operations, see section “Sub LCD Menu Basic Operations (see page 68)”. Making Settings in the Audio Settings Pages For audio settings, use the audio settings pages of the sub LCD menu.
3 Audio settings page 1-3 LINE OUT CH-1/2 MONI.VR ENA MONITOR METER [AU-1-3] Press the PAGE button. An audio settings subpage (input mixing page) appears as shown below. TC NO EDIT Setting LINE OUT Select channels 1/2 or 3/4 as the line out channels. MONI.VR Select ENA for an output level determined according to the setting of the PB AUDIO PRESET/VARIABLE switch of the control panel, or DIS for a fixed output level. MONITOR Select the monitor audio output signal.
Input and Output Settings for Video and Audio Signals –– Sub LCD Menu Input mixing settings page By pressing F1 to F3, you can make the following three settings for mixing of input signals in audio channels 1 and 2. The selected setting is highlighted. To select input signals, use audio settings page 1-2. MIX OFF: Assign IN-1 to channel 1, and assign IN2 to channel 2. 1+2 → 1: Assign mixed signals of IN-1 and IN-2 to channel 1, and assign IN-2 to channel 2.
General Settings Pages of the Sub LCD Menu There are general settings pages (1) and (2).
General Settings Pages of the Sub LCD Menu General settings page (2) 1 BACKLGT setting BACKLGT NORMAL BAT–TYP AUTO BAT–END 11.0 BAT–NE 11.3 LIGHTSW SUB 5 LIGHTSW setting 4 BAT-NE setting 3 BAT-END setting 2 BAT-TYP setting Chapter 4 Time Data and Sub LCD Menu 1 BACKLGT (back light) setting Set to HIGH to increase the brightness of the LCD monitor back light. 3 BAT-END (battery end) setting Set a voltage value to indicate the shutdown voltage of this unit.
5 Chapter Special Editing and Recording/Playback Special Editing This section explains the following kinds of editing. • Quick editing • Continuous editing • Manual editing In the subsequent explanation of operations in this chapter, illustrations of a pair of DSR-70/70P units (player and recorder) combined using the optional BKNW-225 Docking Kit are used (see page 125) . In each illustration, as viewed from the front, the unit on the left is the player and the unit on the right is the recorder.
Special Editing 1 Stop the tapes at the points where you want to set the recorder side and player side IN points. 2 Press the recorder side PREVIEW button. 3 1 Stop the tapes at the points where you want to set the recorder side and player side IN points. A preview starts. The points selected in step 1 are set as the IN points, and the IN buttons of the recorder and player light. 2 Press the AUTO EDIT button.
Continuous Editing When you execute multiple edits in succession, you can edit from the second time on by setting the IN and OUT points of the player side only. After execution of an edit, the recorder returns automatically to the OUT point. Therefore, the recorder side OUT point of the current edit becomes the IN point of the next edit.
Special Editing Manual Editing Perform manual editing using the recorder.
Recording This section describes recording of external input signals using this unit as a recorder. Notes • When two DSR-70/70P units are combined, set both REMOTE/LOCAL switches to LOCAL. • When controlling this unit from the editing control unit connected to the REMOTE connector, set the REMOTE/LOCAL switch to REMOTE. Recording Operation Confirm that the REC INHI indicator on the control panel is not lit. Then, follow the procedure below. Preparations for Recording Perform the following procedure.
Recording Sequential Recording Using Two Units When you combine two DSR-70/70P units, you can perform sequential recording from one unit to another. (In the following explanation of two-unit sequential recording, the controlling unit is referred to as the recorder and the controlled unit as the player.) For overwriting recording using only two cassettes, the last 6 hours of recording is always available. By replacing the cassette approximately every 3 hours, indefinite continuous recording is possible.
To stop sequential recording Sequential recording stops in the following cases. • When a tape transport button (PLAY, STOP, F FWD, REW) or a search button is pressed during recording. • If the cassette is not exchanged when the EJECT button flashes though setup menu item 014 is set to MANUAL CASSETTE REPLACE. Parallel Recording Using Two Units You can connect two DSR-70/70P units and carry out parallel recording between them.
Recording Two-Input Switched Video Recording (Optional DSBK-180/ 180P Required) Recording procedure Perform the following procedure. With the optional DSBK-180/180P Dual Video Input Board installed, you can record, switching between the video signals output by two cameras. (Audio signals are not switched.) LCD monitor For equipment/signal connections and basic settings, see the section “Connections for Two-Input Switched Video Recording” on page 123.
4 While watching the LCD monitor display, when you wish to switch the display, hold down the +/ MARK button and press the –/LIST button. 1 The SYSTEM MENU screen appears on the LCD monitor. The display on the LCD monitor as well as the picture being recorded is switched. 5 Holding down the ENTRY/SHIFT button, press the MENU button. SYSTEM MENU VIDEO PHASE CHECK To stop recording, press the STOP button. Recording stops.
Recording 4 If “NG” is displayed on the LCD monitor, adjust the SC PHASE (subcarrier phase) of the camera to shorten the horizontal bar (representing the magnitude of SC PHASE difference between the two cameras) appearing by the “NG” indication. When the horizontal bar is appropriately shortened, the “NG” changes to “OK”. VIDEO PHASE CHECK OK 5 When the adjustment is completed, press the MENU button to exit from the VIDEO PHASE CHECK menu.
Digitally Dubbing Signals in DVCAM Format (Optional DSBK-140 or DSBK-150 Required) In addition to straightforward tape dubbing, you can also use this unit to digitally dub signals in DVCAM format automatically from the beginning of the tape to the end, through an i.LINK or SDTI(QSDI) interface. When a tape recorded on a DSR-1/1P Digital Videocassette Recorder or DSR-130/130P Digital Camcorder is dubbed, the ClipLink log data held in the cassette memory is also copied. Perform the following procedure.
Digitally Dubbing Signals in DVCAM Format (Optional DSBK-140 or DSBK150 Required) • SYSTEM MENU screen displayed when using the SDTI(QSDI) interface (DSBK-150) 3 Using the jog/shuttle dial, select a desired group of items for dubbing, then press the SET button. The menu screen changes as follows. (Example: The screen displayed when A/V/TC/ CM is selected.) SYSTEM MENU SDTI DUBBING i.LINK DUBBING (A/V/TC/CM) INSERT RECORD TAPE IN THIS VTR AND SOURCE TAPE IN THE PLAYER VTR.
5 Press the SET button. The recording tape and source tape are both automatically wound back to the beginning, and dubbing starts. At the same time, the screen changes as follows. i.LINK DUBBING (A/V/TC/CM) If the cassette memory of the recording tape is not large enough When you insert the recording tape and source tape in this unit and the player, respectively, whereas A/V/TC/ CM has been selected as the items for dubbing, their cassette memory contents are checked automatically.
Playback This section describes playback of tapes performed using this unit as a player. Playback Operation Notes • When two DSR-70/70P units are combined, set both REMOTE/LOCAL switches to LOCAL. • When controlling this unit from the editing control unit connected to the REMOTE connector, set the REMOTE/LOCAL switch to REMOTE. For playback using the jog/shuttle dials, see “Finding Edit Points — Search” (page 49).
Two-Unit Synchronous Playback Connecting two DSR-70/70P units and synchronizing their tape transport, you can carry out two-unit synchronous playback with an accuracy of ±0 frame. Perform the following procedure. (In the following, the controlling unit is referred to as the recorder and the controlled unit as the player.). For equipment/signal connections and basic settings, see the section “Connections for Two-Unit Synchronous Playback” on page 122.
6 Chapter ClipLink Operation Overview of ClipLink Operation The ClipLink function provides the following.
Displaying ClipLink Log Data To display ClipLink log data, hold down the ENTRY/ SHIFT button and press the TRIM –/LIST button. Detailed Data Display To check more details related to the data item selected on the ClipLink log data list, proceed as follows. TRIM–/LIST button – + TRIM LIST CLIP LINK MARK ENTRY SHIFT SHUTTLE JOG IN OUT 2 ENTRY/SHIFT button 1 The following ClipLink log data list appears in the monitor.
Cuing Up to Mark IN/OUT and Cue Points This exits from the ClipLink log data list and cues up to the selected position. Cuing Up to Any Desired Position To cue up to the point specified by the data item selected on the ClipLink log data list, proceed as follows.
Rewriting ClipLink Log Data You can rewrite the reel number, Mark IN/OUT points and OK/NG status included in the ClipLink log data. 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 until the settings for all digits are complete. 6 When all digits have been set, hold down the ENTRY/SHIFT button and press the TRIM+/ MARK button. Changing the Reel Number To change the reel number of the data item selected on the ClipLink log data list, proceed as follows. The reel number changes.
1 Using the jog/shuttle dial, move the selection mark (asterisk) to the desired data item on the ClipLink log data list. The Mark IN point address is stored as the IN point and the Mark OUT point address is stored as the OUT point. At the same time, IN button and the OUT button light. Changing the OK/NG Status To change the OK/NG status of the data item selected on the ClipLink log data list, proceed as follows.
Rewriting ClipLink Log Data 5 Hold down the STOP button and press the SET button. This returns to the original ClipLink log data list. Note If you carry out step 5 skipping step 4, the original ClipLink log data list appears again on the monitor and, in this case, the OK/NG status is not rewritten.
Adding to/Deleting From ClipLink Log Data You can add new Mark IN/OUT point data to the ClipLink log data or delete Mark IN/OUT point data from the ClipLink log data. 5 The ENTRY/SHIFT button goes out, and the Mark IN point and Mark OUT point data is added to the end of the existing ClipLink log data. Adding Mark IN/OUT Points Note Set the setup menu item 129 (CLIPLINK) to ON beforehand, then proceed as follows.
Adding to/Deleting From ClipLink Log Data 2 Holding down the DELETE button, press the TRIM+/MARK button. The specified data disappears from the ClipLink log data list. 3 Holding down the ENTRY/SHIFT button, press the TRIM+/MARK button. Note If you exit from the ClipLink log data list skipping step 3, the previous data is restored. The data specified for deletion is not deleted.
Automatically Creating New ClipLink Log Data When the setup menu item 129 (CLIPLINK) is set to ON, you can automatically create new Mark IN/OUT points during recording or editing operation. To erase ClipLink log data After displaying the ClipLink log data list, proceed as follows. For information about how to operate the setup menu, see Chapter 7 “Setup Menu” on page 101. 1 New Mark IN/OUT points are created as follows.
7 Chapter Setup Menu Menu System Configuration The menu system of this unit comprises the basic menu and extended menu. • Basic menu This menu is used to make settings relating, for example, to the following. – the digital hours meter – the preroll time – the character information superimposed on the output to the monitor For detailed information about menu operation relating to the digital hours meter, see “Digital hours meter” (page 128).
Basic Menu Items in the basic menu Item number Item name Settings 001 PREROLL TIME 0S... 5S ...30S: Set the preroll time to between 0 and 30 seconds in steps of 1 second. A preroll time of at least 5 seconds is recommended when using this unit for editing. 002 a) CHARACTER H-POSITION Adjust the horizontal screen position of the character information (as a hexadecimal value) which is superimposed on output from the VIDEO OUTPUT 2 (SUPER) connector and display on the LCD monitor. 00... 08 ...
Items in the basic menu (continued) Item number Item name Item name 011 a) CHARACTER VSIZE Determine the vertical size of character information (timecode, etc.) which is superimposed on output from the VIDEO OUTPUT 2 (SUPER) connector and displayed on the LCD monitor. ×1: Standard size ×2: 2 times standard size 014 SEQUENTIAL RECORD MODE Select the mode for two-unit sequential recording. OFF: No sequential recording. MANUAL CASSETTE REPLACE: Do sequential recording one time.
Basic Menu Changing the currently displayed menu item Basic Menu Operations This section describes the basic menu displays and how to change the settings. Displaying the menus LCD monitor Jog and shuttle dials Sub LCD MENU SET MENU button Press the MENU button. The setting of the currently selected menu item appears in the LCD monitor and sub LCD.
Changing a menu item setting value To change the setting value of the currently displayed menu item use the following procedure. MENU Resetting the menu settings to their factory default values LCD monitor SET RESET button 2 MENU 1 SET SET button MENU button 1 1 Holding down the search button, turn the jog or shuttle dial. The setting value changes at a rate depending on the shuttle dial angle or on the jog dial rotation speed.
Extended Menu Menu Extended Items in the Extended Menu The extended menu contains the following items. In the Settings column of the table, the factory default settings are underlined. Menu items in the 100s, relating to the control panels Item number Item name Settings 101 SELECTION FOR SEARCH DIAL ENABLE Select how the unit enters the search mode. DIAL: Turning the jog or shuttle dial switches to search mode at all times except during recording/editing.
Menu items in the 100s, relating to the control panels (continued) Item number Item name Settings 125 AUTO REW Select whether to rewind the tape automatically when recording or playback reaches the end of a tape. DIS: Do not rewind the tape automatically. ENA: Rewind the tape automatically. 128 PAUSE FUNCTION Select whether to use the search button as a pause button. OFF: Do not use as a pause button. ON: Use as a pause button. 129 CLIPLINK Select whether to create ClipLink log data.
Extended Menu Menu items in the 300s, relating to editing operations (continued) Settings Item number Item name 308 SELECTION OF STD/NON-STD FOR ANALOG VIDEO IN 317 AUDIO EDIT MODE Select the STD or NON-STD mode in accordance with a composite video or S-video input. STD: The STD mode is always used (forced STD mode). N-STD: Use this setting when the input video signal is unstable (forced NON-STD mode). When using a VCR with no built-in time base corrector (e.g.
Item number Item name 605 TCG REGEN MODE Menu items in the 600s, relating to the time code generator Settings Select the signal to be regenerated when the time code generator is in the regeneration mode (i.e., when the PRESET/REGEN item in the sub LCD menu general settings page is set to REGEN, or the unit is in automatic edit mode). TC&UB: Both the timecode and user bits are regenerated. TC: Only the timecode is regenerated. UB: Only the user bits are regenerated.
Extended Menu Menu items in the 700s, relating to video control Settings Item number Item name 708 CHROMA PHASE Select the phase rotation mode for chroma phase control. ROTATION MODE The effect of this setting applies to the output levels of all of the composite video, S video, SDI (when the DSBK-160 is installed) and component video (when the DSBK170 is installed) signals. U/V: Select this setting when observing the unit's composite video output level using a composite vectorscope.
Menu items in the 700s, relating to video control (continued) Item number Item name 729 CLOSED CAPTION BLANK (DSR-70 only) Settings Select whether to mute the closed caption signal to be superimposed on the 1st and 2nd fields of the output video signal. Sub items 1 FIELD 1 Select whether to mute the closed caption signal to be superimposed on the 1st field of the output video signal. OFF: Do not mute. 2 FIELD 2 ON: Mute.
Extended Menu Extended Menu Operations To use the extended menu, set basic menu item 999 MENU GRADE to ENHAN beforehand. In the extended menu, you can carry out the same operations as in the basic menu except setting of subitems. To set sub-items Operate as follows. STANDBY STOP p SHUTTLE JOG STOP button JOG indicator Search button Jog dial 1 Confirm the JOG indicator lights. If not, set the unit to jog mode by pressing the jog dial. 2 Select the desired menu item.
8 Chapter Chapter 8 Connections and Settings Connections and Settings Reference Video Signals for Analog Signal Editing In order to provide stable video and audio signals for analog editing, it is necessary for the built-in time base corrector (TBC) to operate correctly. To ensure this, input a reference video signal synchronized with the video signal to the REF. VIDEO IN connector and set the REF. VIDEO IN 75 Ω termination switch to ON. REF.
Connections for Digital Nonlinear Editing Using SDTI (QSDI) Interface (Optional DSBK-150 Required) Chapter 8 Connections and Settings This unit can be connected to an ES-7 EditStation to configure a digital non-linear editing system. Using the SDTI (QSDI) interface, you can transfer video, audio, timecode, and other compressed data between this unit and the ES-7.
Connections for Cut Editing Using SDI Interface (Optional DSBK-160 Required) For a cut editing system using this unit together with a DNW-A25/A25P Betacam SX VCR using an SDI connection, the following figure shows an example of the connections. In this example, the DNW-A25/A25P is used as the recorder and this unit is used as the player. Note In this case, the DSBK-160 SDI Iuput/Output Board is required. Chapter 8 Connections and Settings DNW-A25/A25P (recorder) DSR-70/70P (player) 1 REF.
Settings Required When Connecting an External Editing Control Unit Settings on Editing Control Units Make the following settings according to the editor model.
Connections for Component Analog Recording (Optional DSBK-170 Required) The following shows connections for a system in which analog playback signals from another recorder or player are recorded on the DSR-70/70P. In this system, the video signals are analog component signals and the audio signals are recorded from audio channels 1 and 2. Note In this case, the DSBK-170 Analog Component Iuput/ Output Board is required.
Connections for Sequential Recording Using Two Units For information about how to carry out two-unit sequential recording, see the section “Sequential Recording Using Two Units” on page 80. The following shows connections for sequential recording using two DSR-70/70P units. You can carry out two-unit sequential recording by inputting analog composite video signals and analog audio signals in the following two ways.
Connections for sequential recording made by inputting external video and audio signals to the player and inputting the video and audio signals output from the player to the recorder Audio signal Video signal Chapter 8 2 AUDIO INPUT 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO OUTPUT 1 INPUT CH-1 VIDEO INPUT 1 AUDIO INPUT CH-1 REMOTE 3 REMOTE Connections and Settings AUDIO OUTPUT 1/3 DSR-70/70P (recorder) DSR-70/70P (player) 1 XLR cable (not supplied) 2 75 Ω coaxial cable (not supplied) 3 RCC-5G/10G/30G 9-pin remote con
Connections for Parallel Recording Using Two Units The following shows connections for parallel recording using two DSR-70/70P units. In the following, the controlling unit is referred to as the recorder and the controlled unit as the player. For information about how to carry out two-unit parallel recording, see the section “Parallel Recording Using Two Units” on page 81. Chapter 8 Connections and Settings The connections and settings to be made differ depending on the timecode to be used, as follows.
Inputting the timecode generated by the recorder to the player Audio signal Audio signal 1 AUDIO INPUT CH-1 2 TC OUT REMOTE 3 REMOTE DSR-70/70P (player) Connections and Settings TC IN Video signal VIDEO 2 INPUT Chapter 8 Video signal AUDIO 1 VIDEO 2 INPUT INPUT CH-1 DSR-70/70P (recorder) 1 XLR cable (not supplied) 2 75 Ω coaxial cable (not supplied) 3 RCC-5G/10G/30G 9-pin remote control cable (length 5 m (16 ft)/10 m (33 ft)/30 m (98 ft), not supplied) Player settings Recorder settings Swi
Connections for Two-Unit Synchronous Playback For information about how to carry out two-unit synchronous playback, see the section “Two-Unit Synchronous Playback” on page 89. The following shows connections for synchronous playback using two DSR-70/70P units. In the following, the controlling unit is referred to as the recorder and the controlled unit as the player. Chapter 8 Connections and Settings 1 REF. VIDEO OUT REMOTE REF.
Connections for Two-Input Switched Video Recording (Optional DSBK-180/180P Required) You can use the DSR-70/70P in combination with two DSR-300/300P or other camcorders, for two-input switched video recording. The following figure shows the connections in this case. In this case, the DSBK-180/180P Dual Video Iuput Board is required. For information about how to carry out two-input switched video recording, see page 82. Connections and Settings 1 REF.
Connections for Digitally Dubbing Signals in DVCAM Format (Optional DSBK-140 or DSBK-150 Required) Chapter 8 Connections and Settings Connecting two DSR-70/70P units using the i.LINK interface (DSBK-140 i.LINK/DV Input/ Output Board) Make the same connections and settings as described in the section “Connections for Cut Editing Using Two DSR-70/70P Units” on page 36. You can use this unit to digitally dub signals in DVCAM format automatically from the beginning of the tape to the end, through an i.
Combining Two VCRs The following figure shows how to combine two VCRs using the optional BKNW-225 Docking Kit. For more information, refer to the operation guide for the BKNW-225. Caution Connections and Settings DSR-70/70P How to attach handle Attaching the fixing plates If you want to be able to combine two units or separate the combined units without using tools such as screwdrivers, replace the screws (M3) that hold the fixing place in place with the supplied coin screws.
Using the Shoulder Belt The following figures show how to fit the supplied shoulder belt. Caution Chapter 8 Connections and Settings If you fit the shoulder belt incorrectly, the unit may fall down and cause body injury. Follow the procedures described below to fit or remove the shoulder belt. To remove the shoulder belt While pressing down the indication PRESS, move the clip downwards to release it. Press and pull up.
9 Chapter Maintenance and Troubleshooting Chapter 9 If you move the unit suddenly from a cold to warm location, or if you use it in a very humid place, moisture from the air may condense on the head drum. This is called condensation, and if a tape is run in this state, the tape may stick to the drum and can be easily damaged. To lessen the risk of this occurring, this unit is equipped with a condensation detection system.
Periodic Maintenance Digital hours meter To display the hours meter The digital hours meter can display seven items of information in the sub LCD, in corresponding display modes, about the operational history of the unit. Use it as a guide in scheduling periodic maintenance. Press the MENU button, then turn the jog or shuttle dial to display the required item in the LCD monitor and sub LCD. For periodic maintenance, cousult your Sony dearler.
Troubleshooting If an alarm message appears on the monitor (this unit’s LCD monitor or the video monitor connected to this unit) or in the sub LCD, or if the unit appears to be malfunctioning, please check the following before contacting your Sony dealer. Tape problems Symptom Cause Remedy Recording is not possible. The cassette’s REC/SAVE switch is set to SAVE.a) Set the REC/SAVE switch to REC. No cassette is loaded.a) Insert a cassette.
Troubleshooting Monitor problems Chapter 9 Symptom Cause Remedy Data is not superimposed on the monitor screen. The CHARACTER switch is set to OFF. Set the CHARACTER switch to ON. The monitor is not connected to the VIDEO OUTPUT 2 (SUPER) connector of this unit. Connect the monitor to the VIDEO OUTPUT 2 (SUPER) connector. (You must make this connection to display any type of text on the monitor.) The image on the monitor’s screen is too bright.
Error Messages This unit is provided with a self-diagnostic function that detects internal abnormalities. When it detects an abnormality, it outputs an error message to the monitor screen and indicates an error code in the sub LCD. Note To display error messages on the monitor screen, set the CHARACTER switch to ON. ERROR PRESS EJECT KEY TO EJECT TAPE. Error message Chapter 9 AN ERROR HAS BEEN DETECTED.
Troubleshooting List of alarm messages and associated directions Here is a list of alarm messages and associated directions to appear on the monitor screen. It also shows the corresponding alarm messages to appear on the sub LCD of this unit. In this list the “Causes” of alarm are arranged in alphabetic order of the first word of their phrases.
Alarm messages and associated directions (Continued) Alarm message on sub LCD Use a tape having signals recorded in 525/60 format. 625/50 Tape Use a tape having signals recorded in 625/50 format. 525/60 Tape Tape end has been detected. Use a new cleaning tape. Tape end! Tape not editable. Use a tape recorded in DVCAM format. Not DVCAM! Use a tape having signals recorded in 525/60 format. 625/50 Tape Use a tape having signals recorded in 625/50 format.
Appendixes Specifications 149 (5 7/8) 443 (17 1/2) 467 (18 1/2) Power requirements 12 V DC Power consumption 46 W (with no optional boards installed) DSBK-140: 2.2 W DSBK-150: 3 W DSBK-160: 4 W DSBK-170: 0 W DSBK-180: 5 W Operating temperature 0˚C to 40˚C (32˚F to 104˚F) Storage temperature –20˚C to +60˚C (–4˚F to +140˚F) Humidity Less than 80% (Operating) Less than 90% (Storage) Mass 5.
Specifications Video performance Input connectors Band width Digital input DV IN/OUT (When using DSBK-140 i.LINK/DV Input/Output Board) 6-pin IEEE1394 connector ×1 SDTI (QSDI) IN (When using DSBK-150 SDTI (QSDI) Input/Output Board) BNC type ×1, SDTI (QSDI) format (270Mbps) SDI IN (When using DSBK-160 SDI Input/Output Board) BNC type ×1, SMPTE 259M (DSR-70)/ITU-R BT.656 (DSR70P), SDI format (270Mbps) Appendixes S/N Y/C delay K-factor Composite (DSR-70): 30 Hz to 4.2 MHz ±1.
SDTI (QSDI) OUT (When using DSBK-150 SDTI (QSDI) Input/Output Board) BNC type ×1, SDTI (QSDI) format (270Mbps) SDI OUT (When using DSBK-160 SDI Input/Output BNC type ×1, SMPTE 259M Board) (DSR-70)/ITU-R BT.
Specifications Note on liquid crystal display panel (LCD monitor) The liquid crystal display fitted to this unit is manufactured with high precision technology, giving a functioning pixel ratio of at least 99.99%. Thus a very small proportion of pixels (at most 0.01%) may be “stuck”, constantly on or constantly off. In addition, over a long period of use, because of the physical characteristics of the liquid crystal display, such “stuck” pixels may appear spontaneously.
Glossary Assemble editing Editing in which new video/audio is added in sequence to the end of existing recorded video/audio. See also “Insert editing”. Bridge connection A connection which allows a signal input to an input terminal to pass through the unit and exit from an output terminal as input to external equipment. B–Y signal One of the color difference signals, the B (blue) signal minus Y (luminance) signal. C signal See “Chrominance signal”.
Glossary Reference video signal A video signal which contains a sync signal or sync and burst signals, used as a reference for synchronization of video equipment. R–Y signal One of the color difference signals, the R (red) signal minus Y (luminance) signal. Sampling frequency The unit of time used when converting an analog signal with a continuously varying level to digital form by sampling the level at a fixed interval.
Unthreading See “Unloading”. User bits These are also referred to as “user’s bits”. The user bits are a 32-bit segment of the timecode 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 timecode data or ID numbers for tape reels or programs. Appendixes V (vertical)-blanking The portion of the video signal that occurs between the end of one field and the beginning of the next.
Index Index A BREAKER button 24 Deleting an edit point 55 BRIGHT/CONTRAST knob 14 DF/NDF setting 73 Aborting an edit 58 AC power 32 AC-550/550CE 33 Digital hours meter 128 C Digitally dubbing signals in DVCAM format 85 AC-DN2/DN2A 33 Cassette compartment 19 Display panel 14 AGC 70 Cassettes 43 ejecting 46 loading 45 Docking kit 125 Alarm messages 131 ASSEMBLE button and indicator 20 Assemble editing 47 Assemble mode 47 Audio control section 21 AUDIO IN button 21 AUDIO INPUT CH-1 to CH-4 leve
LIGHT switch 14 PLAYER button 19 LIGHTSW setting 74 Player settings 41 F FWD button 18 LIMITER 70 PLAYER/RECORDER indicators 19 Features 9 LINE OUT 71 POWER indicator 23 Finding edit points 49 Loading cassettes 45 Power preparations 29 F 48V ON/OFF switches 24 Front control section 22 F-RUN/R-RUN setting 73 POWER switch 23 M PP POSI.
Index S S VIDEO IN/OUT connectors 25 SDI IN/OUT 1,2 connectors (DSBK-160) 27 SDI 10, 115 SDTI (QSDI) 10, 114 SDTI(QSDI) IN/OUT connectors (DSBK-150) 27 Sub LCD menu 61 audio settings pages 70 audio signal settings 70 basic operations 68 display and settings 66 general settings pages 73 home page 66 operation buttons 66 video settings pages 72 V VIDEO INPUT 75 Ω termination switch 25 VIDEO INPUT connectors 25 VIDEO knob 22 VIDEO OUTPUT 1/2 (SUPER) connectors 25 Sub LCD operation buttons F1 to F4 15 Vide
