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Sony DSR-200 Operating Instructions Manual

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3-858-622-22 (1)
Digital Camcorder

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the
serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DSR-200
Serial No.
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DSR-200
©1996 by Sony Corporation
DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Owner‘s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DSR-200 Serial No.
  • Page 2 For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only) For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you call 416-499-SONY (Canada only) Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion battery.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Tips for using the battery pack ... 83 Maintenance information and precautions ... 85 Using your digital camcorder abroad ... 89 Trouble check ... 90 Specifications ... 94 Warning indicators ... 95 Index ... Back cover DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...

  • Page 4: Before You Begin

    • Do not let sand get into the digital camcorder. When you use the digital camcorder on a sandy beach or in a dusty place, protect it from the sand or dust. Sand or dust may cause the unit to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired [a].

  • Page 5: Checking Supplied Accessories

    Checking supplied accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with your digital camcorder. 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p.11) 2 CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p. 77) The lithium battery is already installed in your digital camcorder. 3 size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p.

  • Page 6: Identifying The Parts

    !• Battery mounting surface (p. 23) !ª BATT lever (p. 23) Press and hold to release the batteries. @º VIDEO OUT jack (for BNC type plug) (p. 35) @¡ AUDIO IN jacks (p. 64) Input external audio/microphone signals. DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...
  • Page 7 #™ EDITSEARCH button (p. 33) #£ Front START/STOP button (p. 31) #¢ FADER/OVERLAP button (p. 43, 44) #∞ WHITE BALANCE ∑ (one-push white balance) button (p. 59) #§ CP CHECK button (p. 69) Press to check the custom preset settings. DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...
  • Page 8 %∞ START/STOP button (p. 26) %§ BUILT-IN MIC switch (p. 66) If recording when there is a loud wind using the built-in microphone, set to WIND. %¶ AUDIO OUT/VIDEO OUT jacks (p. 34) %• DC IN jack (p. 38) DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...
  • Page 9 Set to select Fs 32k (12 bit) or Fs 48k (16 bit) audio recording mode. &¡ SPEAKER switch (p. 28) &™ AUDIO MONITOR switch (p. 65) &£ AUTO LOCK switch (p. 26) Set to turn automatic settings for aperture, shutter speed, gain, and white balance ON/ OFF. DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...
  • Page 10 This jack has the same function as the jack indicated as CONTROL L or REMOTE. *¶ Tally lamp/Rear Remote Commander sensor (p. 27, 13) DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...
  • Page 11 COMMANDER in the menu system. The VTR2 position does not function on this digital camcorder. 8 START/STOP button 9 Zoom button The zooming speed is unchangeable by the Remote Commander. !º DATA CODE button (p. 72) !¡ Video control buttons DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...
  • Page 12 Remove the batteries when you will not use the Remote Commander for a long time. To use the Remote Commander Make sure that the COMMANDER is set to VTR4/ID in the menu system on the digital camcorder. DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...
  • Page 13 About the ID of the Remote Commander You can avoid having the digital camcorder accidentally respond to signals from other remote commanders by setting the VTR4/ID/VTR2 switch to ID. Use the supplied Remote Commander when you set the switch to ID. When you use the Remote Commander for the first time, register the ID following the procedure below.
  • Page 14 • This digital camcorder works in commander mode VTR 4 or ID. The commander modes (VTR 4 and ID) are used to distinguish this digital camcorder from other Sony VCRs. If you use another Sony VCR at commander mode ID, we recommend that you change the commander mode or cover the Remote Commander sensor of the VCR with black paper.
  • Page 15 !∞ Audio mode indicator (p. 29) !§ INTERVAL/FRAME REC/PHOTO/ C MEMORY/date search/Photo search indicator (p. 46, 47, 45, 25, 70) !¶ DV IN indicator (p. 74) !• Remaining battery indicator (p. 83) !ª Warning indicators (p. 95) DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...
  • Page 16 Attach the shoulder strap (not supplied) to the hooks for the shoulder strap. 5 Date/aperture indicator (p. 72, 53) 6 Remaining battery indicator (p. 83) 7 Time indicator 8 Remaining tape indicators 9 Audio level indicators (p. 65) DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...

  • Page 17: Attaching Optional Accessories

    (1) Attach the tripod adaptor to the tripod. (2) Attach the digital camcorder to the tripod stand’s grooved surface [a], and slide it forward until you hear a click.
  • Page 18 (3) Loosen the microphone holder screw and open the cover. (4) Place the microphone into the holder, close the cover, and tighten the screw. (5) Connect the microphone to the AUDIO IN jacks of the digital camcorder, then set LINE/MIC to MIC REAR.
  • Page 19 (2) Insert the battery packs in the direction of the z mark on the battery packs. (3) Close the cover, then lock. (4) Attach the battery adaptor to the digital camcorder by sliding until it clicks. To remove the battery adaptor [a] While pressing BATT, lift the battery adaptor out in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 20: Getting Started

    (3) Adjust the position of the viewfinder, then tighten the viewfinder release ring. (4) Attach the 8 pin connector to the VIEW FINDER jack on the digital camcorder. Match ridge on 8 pin connector to the ridge on the jack.

  • Page 21: Charging And Installing The Battery Pack

    Unplug the unit from the wall outlet, then remove the battery pack and install it into the digital camcorder. You can also use the battery pack before it is completely charged.
  • Page 22 360 (330) Numbers in parentheses indicate the time when you use a normally charged battery. Battery life will be shorter if you use the digital camcorder in a cold environment. 1) Approximate continuous recording time indoors. 2) Approximate minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/stop, zooming and turning the power on/off.
  • Page 23 Insert the battery pack in the direction of the $ mark on the battery pack. Slide the battery pack down until it catches on the battery release and clicks. To remove the battery pack While pressing BATT, lift the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow. BATT DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...

  • Page 24: Inserting A Cassette

    (2) Insert a cassette (not supplied) with the tab upwards, and the window facing out and press down so that the cassette loads. (3) Close the cover. Note on the cassette Mini DVCAM cassettes and Mini DV cassettes cannot be used. is a trademark. EJECT6 logo*. DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...
  • Page 25 You cannot eject the cassette while C MEMORY appears in the viewfinder because the digital camcorder is still writing information into the cassette memory. After C MEMORY disappears the cassette automatically rises. When ejecting the cassette, never close the cassette compartment cover until the cassette is completely removed.

  • Page 26: Basic Operations

    When you use the digital camcorder for the first time, power on it and reset the date and time to your time before you start recording (p. 79).
  • Page 27 If you cannot see the indicators in the viewfinder clearly, or after someone else has used the digital camcorder, focus the viewfinder lens. Turn the viewfinder lens adjustment ring so that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus.
  • Page 28 Note on Standby mode If you leave the digital camcorder in Standby mode for 5 minutes while a cassette is inserted, the digital camcorder turns off automatically. This prevents wearing down the battery and wearing out the tape. To resume Standby mode, turn STANDBY down and up again.
  • Page 29 Set AUDIO MODE to Fs 48k (16 bit) so that you can get higher sound quality. In Fs 48k mode, the digital camcorder records one video sector [c] and one audio sector [d]. In the viewfinder the “48k” indicator appears.

  • Page 30: Using The Zoom Feature

    • The upper side [a] of the power zoom indicator shows the digital zooming zone, and the lowerside [b] shows the optical zooming zone. If you set the D ZOOM function to OFF, the [a] zone disappears. DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...

  • Page 31: Hints For Better Shooting

    When shooting with the digital camcorder on your shoulder, you’ll get better results by holding the digital camcorder according to the following suggestions: • Place the digital camcorder on your shoulder and secure it with the grip strap so that you can easily manipulate the controls with your thumb.
  • Page 32 [f]. Caution on carrying Do not pick up the digital camcorder by anything other than the grip or handle [g]. Caution on the viewfinder Do not place the digital camcorder so as to point the viewfinder toward the sun. The inside of the viewfinder may be damaged.

  • Page 33: Checking The Recorded Picture

    (3) Press the – (Œ) side of EDITSEARCH momentarily; the last few seconds of the recorded portion play back (Rec Review). Hold down the – side of EDITSEARCH until the digital camcorder goes back to the scene you want. The last recorded portion is played back. To go forward, hold down the + side (Edit Search).

  • Page 34: Connections For Playback

    S VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT If you are going to connect the digital camcorder using the S video cable [a], you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable [b]. S VIDEO IN...
  • Page 35 If your monitor is already connected to a VCR Open the jack cover and connect the digital camcorder to the LINE IN inputs on the VCR by using the supplied A/V connecting cable. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE.

  • Page 36: Playing Back A Tape

    Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can also monitor the picture on a monitor screen, after connecting the digital camcorder to a monitor or VCR. (1) Set the POWER switch to ON (2) Set CAMCORDER/VTR to VTR.
  • Page 37 Note on DV-formatted tapes You can play back DV-formatted tapes on this digital camcorder if the tape is recorded in SP mode. “DV” appears in the viewfinder during playback. You cannot play back DV-formatted tapes recorded in LP mode. Various playback modes To view a still picture (playback pause) Press P during playback.

  • Page 38: Advanced Operations

    Advanced operations Using alternative power sources You can choose any of the following power sources for your digital camcorder: battery pack and the house current. Choose the appropriate power source depending on where you want to use your digital camcorder.
  • Page 39 • If the VTR/CAMERA lamp does not light, disconnect the power cord. After about one minute, reconnect the power cord. This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony video products. When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recommends that you purchase accessories with this “GENUINE VIDEO ACCESSORIES”...

  • Page 40: Changing The Mode Settings

    [ MENU ] : END MENU EXECUTE BEEP [ MENU ] : END MENU BEEP [ MENU ] : END MENU D ZOOM ZEBRA COMMANDER EXECUTE BEEP FRAME REC INT REC SLOW SHTR [ MENU ] : END DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...

  • Page 41: Selecting The Mode Setting Of Each Item

    Select a gain level. AGC LIMIT* <OFF/ON> • Normally select OFF. • Select ON when shooting a bright subject on a dark background. This function prevents the digital camcorder from creating picture noise by controlling excessive automatic gain level. DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...
  • Page 42 • The POWER switch is set to OFF. • CAMCORDER/VTR is set to VTR. • Turn STANDBY up to PHOTO STANDBY. * These settings are retained even when the battery is removed, as long as the lithium battery is in place. DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...

  • Page 43: Fade-In And Fade-Out

    To use fade-in and fade-out, press FADER/OVERLAP to display FADER in the viewfinder. When fading in [a] (1) While the digital camcorder is in Standby mode, press FADER/OVERLAP. The fade indicator starts flashing. (2) Press START/STOP to start recording. The fade indicator stops flashing.

  • Page 44: Overlapping Two Pictures

    When using the overlap function, the picture gradually fades in over a still picture of the last scene recorded. (1) While the digital camcorder is in Standby mode, set DIGITAL MODE to OVERLAP. (2) Press FADER/OVERLAP repeatedly until “OVERLAP” appears in the viewfinder.

  • Page 45: Photo Recording

    To use the remote commander to take a photo If you press the PHOTO button on the Remote Commander when a still picture appears in the viewfinder, the digital camcorder will record that still picture. However, you cannot select other still pictures by using this button.

  • Page 46: Interval Recording

    You can achieve an excellent recording for flowering, emergence, etc., with this function. (1) While the digital camcorder is in Standby mode, open the cover, then press MENU to display the menu in the viewfinder.

  • Page 47: Cut Recording

    Secure the digital camcorder and use the Remote Commander for effective cut recording. (1) While the digital camcorder is in Standby mode, open the cover, then press MENU to display the menu in the viewfinder.

  • Page 48: Selecting Automatic Or Manual Mode

    Selecting automatic or manual mode The digital camcorder’s automatic functions offer you worry-free operation under most shooting conditions. But in some circumstances, manual adjustment is better for creative recording. You can adjust focus, aperture, shutter speed, gain, and white balance automatically or manually.
  • Page 49 + EV from shutter speed control + EV from gain control Variation of exposure Brighter ˜ Darker 0.5 EV/step F1.6 ˜ F11, CLOSE 1 – 2 EV/step 1/4 ˜ 1/10000 0.5 EV / step +18 dB ˜ –3dB DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...

  • Page 50: Focusing Manually

    • Too much brightness behind the subject [c] • Horizontal stripes [d] • Subjects through frosted glass • Subjects beyond nets, etc. • Bright subject or subject reflecting the light • Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...
  • Page 51 Press PUSH AUTO while focusing manually. Auto focus functions while you are pressing PUSH AUTO. When you release PUSH AUTO, manual focusing returns. You can use this feature to switch between two subjects cleanly. PUSH AUTO DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...
  • Page 52 Notes on manual focusing The following indicators may appear: when recording a very distant subject. when the subject is too close to focus on. When you shoot close to the subject Shoot at wide-angle. DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...

  • Page 53: Adjusting The Aperture

    Zooming in telephoto position offers a smaller depth of focus field while the depth of focus field in wide-angle position is greater. Note on the aperture When zoom is in telephoto, you can open the aperture as far as F2 (not to F1.6). AUTO MANUAL IRIS DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...

  • Page 54: Adjusting The Shutter Speed

    SLOW, 60, 100, 250, 1000, or PRESET. The shutter speed indicator appears in the viewfinder screen. AUTO LOCK To return to automatic shutter speed mode Set AUTO/MANUAL below the SHUTTER SPEED dial to AUTO. AUTO MANUAL SHUTTER SPEED 1000 SLOW PRESET DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...
  • Page 55 [ MENU ] : END MENU MENU ZEBRA COMMANDER COMMANDER BEEP BEEP FRAME REC FRAME REC INT REC INT REC SLOW SHTR SLOW SHTR S PRESET S PRESET G PRESET [ MENU ] : END [ MENU ] : END DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...
  • Page 56 Note on the high shutter speed Using high shutter speed can cause the image to darken. So check brightness using the viewfinder. Shutter speed 1/500 – 1/10000 1/100 – 1/500 1/100 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...

  • Page 57: Adjusting The Gain

    When shooting night scenes in automatic setting, the picture may become dark. To brighten the picture the digital camcorder will automatically turn the gain value up, and picture noise can develop. In this case, adjust the gain in accordance with the atmosphere of the subject.
  • Page 58 If you set gain too high, picture noise results. MENU 12dB 15dB G PRESET 18dB [ MENU ] : END MENU BEEP FRAME REC INT REC SLOW SHTR S PRESET G PRESET 15dB AGC LIMIT [ MENU ] : END DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...

  • Page 59: Adjusting The White Balance

    • A bright place such as a photography studio • Under sodium or mercury lamps w (5800K) outdoor mode • Under a color matching fluorescent lamp • Recording a sunset/sunrise, just after sunset, just before sunrise [c], neon signs, or fireworks [d] DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...

  • Page 60: Adjusting White Balance Manually

    (3) Turn WHT BAL to ∑. The ∑ indicator appears in viewfinder. (4) Shoot a white object, such as paper, fully in the viewfinder. (5) Press WHITE BALANCE ∑ on the front of the digital camcorder. The ∑ indicator flashes rapidly. When the white balance has been adjusted and stored in memory, the indicator stops flashing.
  • Page 61 Shooting when the lighting condition changes • After the lighting condition changes, readjust the white balance using the WHITE BALANCE ∑ button while the digital camcorder is in Standby mode. The WHITE BALANCE ∑ button does not function during recording.

  • Page 62: Using The Nd Filter

    Using the ND filter The digital camcorder automatically senses the need for the ND filter, in such a case, ND ON/OFF flashes in the display. Using the ND filter (to filter down to one-tenth the quantity of light), you can prevent the picture from going out of focus under bright conditions.

  • Page 63: Using The Zebra Pattern

    Using the zebra pattern You can set the digital camcorder to display a zebra pattern (diagonal stripes) [a] in the portion of the picture in the viewfinder where the brightness exceeds a certain level. The portion of the picture where the zebra pattern appears is an area of high brightness and overexposure.

  • Page 64: Adjusting The Recording Sound

    External mic: Mono — XLR LINE XLR LINE — Built-in mic: L+R Stereo XLR LINE External mic: L+R Monaural External mic: Mono — XLR LINE XLR MIC MIC (PLUG IN POWER) Built-in microphone CH-1 LINE/MIC CH-2 LINE/MIC DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...
  • Page 65 We recommend using headphones (not supplied) to monitor the sound when you adjust. Select the sound you want to monitor (CH-1, CH-2 or MIX) using the AUDIO MONITOR switch. CH-1 REC LEVEL CH-2 AUTO MANU AUTO MANU CH-1 REC LEVEL CH-2 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...
  • Page 66 Set DIRECTION SELECT to the desired position (0°/90°/120°). When set to 0° the sound is in monaural. AUDIO IN MIC (PLUG IN POWER) DIRECTION SELECT BUILT-IN MIC CH-1 LINE/MIC CH-1 ATT (REAR) CH-2 LINE/MIC CH-2 ATT (REAR) DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...

  • Page 67: Releasing The Steady Shot Function

    When you shoot, the Ó indicator appears in the viewfinder. This indicates that the Steady Shot function is working and the digital camcorder compensates for camera- shake. When you attach the digital camcorder to a tripod, you need not worry about camera- shake. Release the Steady Shot function.

  • Page 68: Making A Custom Preset

    WB SHIFT WB SHIFT AE SHIFT AE SHIFT RESET RESET [ RETURN ] : MENU [ RETURN ] : MENU CUSTOM PRESET CUSTOM PRESET COLOR LEV [ MENU ] : END [ MENU ] : END DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...
  • Page 69 To check the custom preset settings You can display and check the custom preset settings in the viewfinder while recording. Press CP CHECK on the front of the digital camcorder while the digital camcorder is in Standby mode or recording mode.

  • Page 70: Searching The Recorded Picture

    Searching the recorded picture with the date or time – Cassette memory search (1) Set the POWER switch to ON, then set CAMCORDER/VTR to VTR. (2) Open the cover, press MENU to display the menu in the viewfinder. (3) Set CM SEARCH to ON in the menu system.
  • Page 71 (search the photo-recorded pictures only). (6) On the Remote Commander, press + to search forward or = to search backward. Each time you press + or =, the digital camcorder searches for the next scene. To stop searching Press π.

  • Page 72: Displaying Recording Data

    • A blank portion of the tape is being played back. • The tape was recorded by a digital camcorder without the Data Code function. • The tape was recorded by a digital camcorder without having date and time set. JUL. 4 1997 JUL.

  • Page 73: Editing Onto Another Tape

    Before editing Connect DV IN/OUT of the digital camcorder and the DV IN (or DV IN/OUT) jack of the VCR using the VMC-2DV DV connecting cable (not supplied). You can use this digital camcorder either as a player or as a recorder without changing the connection.

  • Page 74: Starting Editing

    Note on Fine Synchro Edit If you connect a video deck that has the Fine Synchro Edit feature to the l LANC jack of the digital camcorder using a LANC cable (not supplied), the edit will be even more precise.

  • Page 75: Audio Dubbing

    MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack, then set LINE/MIC to MIC FRONT. • Use an external microphone (not supplied) with the XLR connector [d], connect the rear AUDIO IN jack of the digital camcorder, then set LINE/MIC to MIC REAR. Audio source : Signal flow DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1).
  • Page 76 Audio dubbing Recording (1) Set the POWER switch to ON and then set CAMCORDER/VTR to VTR. (2) Open the cover, press ·, then ) or 0, to search for the start and end points of the recording. (3) Press P at the start point of the recording.

  • Page 77: Additional Information

    CAMCORDER mode with the POWER switch ON. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 or Duracell DL-2025 lithium battery. Use of any other battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
  • Page 78 (1) Open the lid of the lithium battery compartment. (2) Push the lithium battery down once and pull it out from the holder. (3) Install the lithium battery with the positive (+) side facing out. Close the lid. DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...

  • Page 79: Resetting The Date And Time

    The year changes as follows: 1996 ˜ 1997 N · · · · n 2026 Note on the time indicator The internal clock of this digital camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle. • 12:00 AM stands for midnight. • 12:00 PM stands for noon.

  • Page 80: Compatibility Of Dvcam And Dv Formats

    DVCAM DVCAM This digital camcorder complies with DVCAM format. Though DV cassettes can be used for recording, we recommend you to use DVCAM cassettes to get the most out of high reliability of DVCAM format. The recording time of DV cassettes is 2/3 shorter than that indicated on the DV cassettes.
  • Page 81 Compatibility on editing using DV connectors When this digital camcorder is connected to other DVCAM or DV video equipment using DV connectors, the recording format of edited tapes is defined according to recorder’s format as described below. Source tape Player’s format...

  • Page 82: Notes On Video Cassettes

    “COPY INHIBIT” appears on the monitor or in the viewfinder if you try to play back such a tape. This digital camcorder does not record copyright control signals on the tape when it records.

  • Page 83: Tips For Using The Battery Pack

    This is not cause for concern and is normal. Battery pack care • Remove the battery pack form the digital camcorder after using it, and keep it in a cool place. When the battery pack is installed to the digital camcorder, a small amount of current flows to the digital camcorder even if the POWER switch is set to OFF.
  • Page 84 The life of the battery pack If the battery indicator flashes rapidly just after turning on the digital camcorder with a fully charged battery pack, the battery pack should be replaced with a new fully charged one.

  • Page 85: Maintenance Information And Precautions

    If the digital camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside the digital camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or the unit may not operate correctly.

  • Page 86: Video Head Cleaning

    • the playback picture does not appear • the v indicator flashes in the viewfinder. If the picture becomes like [a] or [b], clean the video heads with the Sony DV-12CL cleaning cassette (not supplied). After checking the picture, if it is still “noisy”, repeat the cleaning.
  • Page 87 • Should any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug the digital camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. • Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens.
  • Page 88 • Do not place the unit in locations that are: - Extremely hot or cold - Dusty or dirty - Very humid - Vibrating If any difficulty should arise, unplug the unit and contact your nearest Sony dealer. DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...

  • Page 89: Using Your Digital Camcorder Abroad

    100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Difference in color systems This digital camcorder is an NTSC system based digital camcorder. If you want to view the playback picture on a monitor, it must be an NTSC system based monitor.

  • Page 90: Trouble Check

    If you run into any problem using the digital camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. Should the difficulty persist, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Digital camcorder Power...
  • Page 91 • The tape has run out. pressed. m Rewind the tape or use a new one. (p. 36) • The digital camcorder is updating the cassette memory data (only for DVCAM cassettes with cassette memory). m Eject the cassette after the C MEMORY indicator disappears (p.
  • Page 92 The picture is “noisy” or • The video heads may be dirty. hardly visible. m Clean the heads using the Sony DV-12CL cleaning cassette v indicator flashes in the • The video heads may be dirty. viewfinder.
  • Page 93 Install another battery pack. When the CHARGE lamp flashes again The problem is with the AC power adaptor. Please contact your nearest Sony dealer in connection with the problem. * If you use a battery pack which you have just bought or which has been left unused for a long time, the CHARGE lamp may flash at the first charging.

  • Page 94: Specifications

    10 lb 5 oz (4.7 kg) including the battery adaptor NPA-10000, battery pack NP-F930 (x3), lithium battery CR2025, cassette PDV-184ME, lens cover Microphone Stereo type Supplied accessories See page 5. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...

  • Page 95: Warning Indicators

    7 The video heads may be contaminated. This indicator appears only in the viewfinder. 8 Some other trouble has occurred. Disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized facility. 9 The lithium battery is weak or is not installed.

  • Page 96: Index

    ID ... 13 LANC ... 8 Lithium battery ... 77 M, N Manual focus ... 50 Menu system ... 40 MIC (microphone) jack ... 28 MIC ... 66 ND filter ... 62 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E...

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