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Sony DSR-200A Operating Instructions Manual

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3-862-712-11 (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-200A
Serial No.
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DSR-200A
©1998 by Sony Corporation

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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-200A 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

    ... 81 Notes on video cassettes ... 83 Tips for using the battery pack ... 84 Maintenance information and precautions ... 86 Using your digital camcorder abroad ... 89 Trouble check ... 90 Specifications ... 94 Warning indicators ... 95...

  • Page 4: Before You Begin Using This Manual

    • 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. 78) 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

    9 PUSH AUTO button (p. 52) Push to use automatic focus momentarily. !º POWER switch (p. 26) !¡ CAMCORDER/VTR switch (p. 26) !™ Accessory shoe (p. 46) !£ Hook for shoulder strap (p. 16) !¢ Cassette compartment and cassette compartment cover (p. 24) !∞...
  • Page 7 Identifying the parts @™ @£ @¢ @∞ @§ @¶ @• @ª #º @™ Microphone holder attaching point (p. 18) @£ TALLY lamp (p. 27) Lights while recording and when the battery becomes low. @¢ CONTR knob (p. 27) Turn to adjust the viewfinder’s contrast. @∞...
  • Page 8 $¡ DV IN/OUT jack (p. 74) Connect DV products using the connecting DV cable. This “i.LINK” mark is a trademark of Sony Corporation and indicates that this product is in agreement with IEEE 1394- 1995 specifications and their revisions. The DV IN/OUT jack is i.LINK compatible.
  • Page 9 Identifying the parts %ª ^º &£ %ª SHUTTER SPEED dial and AUTO/ MANUAL switch (p. 55) ^º VF DISPLAY switch (p. 28) Set to display (ON) or erase (OFF) the indicators in the viewfinder. ^¡ GAIN dial and AGC/MANUAL switch (p.
  • Page 10 Identifying the parts &¢ &∞ &§ &¶ &• &¢ Carrying handle &∞ IRIS dial and AUTO/MANUAL switch (p. 54) &§ Shoulder pad &¶ Tripod receptacle (p. 17) &• Lithium battery cover (p. 79) &ª Cover for menu and video controls *º...
  • Page 11 The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the digital camcorder function identically. 1 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control the digital camcorder after turning on the digital camcorder. 2 PHOTO button (p.46) 3 DISPLAY button (p. 36) 4 SEARCH MODE/=/+ buttons (p.
  • Page 12 To avoid damage from possible battery leakage 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.
  • Page 13 Identifying the parts 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 Identifying the parts In the viewfinder 1 Manual focusing indicator (p. 53) appears when focusing far, appears when focusing close. 2 ND filter indicator (p. 63) 3 White balance indicator (p. 60) 4 Steady shot indicator (p. 68) 5 Zoom indicator (p. 30, 52) 6 Manual setting data/wide mode/ fader or overlap/AGC LMT indicators (p.
  • Page 16 Identifying the parts In the display window 1 Time code 2 Warning indicators (p. 95) 3 DVCAM indicator Lights up when using a DVCAM- formatted cassette. 4 Flash indicator Attaching the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap (not supplied) to the hooks for the shoulder strap. DVCAM 5 Date/aperture indicator (p.

  • Page 17: Attaching Optional Accessories

    Note on tripod attachment pin If the tripod attachment pin [c] does not return after removing the digital camcorder, press the red button on the release lever, and while holding, move the lever in the direction of the arrow and the pin returns to its original position.
  • 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 Attaching The Viewfinder

    (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: Battery Life

    NP-F950 (x3) 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: Installing The Battery Pack

    Charging and installing the battery pack Installing the battery pack 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.

  • Page 24: Inserting A Cassette

    Inserting a cassette Use a standard DVCAM cassette with Make sure that a power source is installed. We recommend you set the POWER switch to ON before inserting the cassette. (1) Open the cassette compartment cover. (2) Insert a cassette (not supplied) with the tab upwards, and the window facing out and press down so that the cassette loads.
  • 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 Camera Recording

    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. 80).
  • 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.
  • 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

    Camera recording Using the zoom feature Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the scene. “T” side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) “W” side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away) Zooming speed (Variable speed zooming) Press the power zoom button a little for a slower zoom, press it more for a faster zoom.

  • Page 31: Hints For Better Shooting

    Set the grip to one of the three different position marks. •Place your right elbow against your side. •Place your left hand under the digital camcorder to support it. Be sure to not touch the built-in microphone.
  • 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

    Open the jack cover and connect the digital camcorder to the inputs on the monitor by using the supplied A/V connecting cable. 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].
  • 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.

  • Page 37: Various Playback Modes

    Playing back a tape 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.

  • Page 38: Advanced Operations Using Alternative Power Sources

    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

    Changing the mode settings You can change the mode settings in the menu system to further enjoy the features and functions of the digital camcorder. (1) Open the cover, then press MENU to display the menu. (2) Press (3) Press For some items, you may need to repeat steps 2 and 3.

  • Page 41: Selecting The Mode Setting Of Each Item

    Changing the mode settings Selecting the mode setting of each item Items for both CAMCORDER and VTR modes TC IND* <ON/OFF> •Normally select ON. •Select OFF to erase the time code indicator. COMMANDER* <VTR4/OFF/ID/ID SET> •Normally select VTR4. •Select OFF when not using the Remote Commander.
  • Page 42 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. CUSTOM* <RETURN> <SET> <COLOR LEV/SHARPNESS/WB SHIFT/AE SHIFT>...

  • 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, open the cover, then press MENU to display the menu in the viewfinder.

  • Page 45: Using The Wide Mode Function

    [c]. You can watch the picture of normal images on a wide-screen TV [d]. (1) While the digital camcorder is in Standby mode, open the cover, then press MENU to display the menu in the viewfinder.

  • Page 46: 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 47: 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 48: 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 49: 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 50 Selecting automatic or manual mode When to adjust aperture, shutter speed, and gain manually When selecting one of aperture, shutter speed, or gain to be adjusted manually and leaving the remaining two in automatic adjustment, the remaining two automatic settings adjust their values based on the value of that one manual setting. In the following cases you should obtain better results by adjusting setting manually.

  • Page 51: Focusing Manually

    Focusing manually When to use manual focus In the following cases you should obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually. •Insufficient light [a] •Subjects with little contrast - walls, sky, etc. [b] •Too much brightness behind the subject [c] •Horizontal stripes [d] •Subjects through frosted glass •Subjects beyond nets, etc.
  • Page 52 Focusing manually Focusing manually When focusing manually, first focus in telephoto before recording, and then reset the shot length. (1) Set FOCUS to MANU. The f indicator appears in the viewfinder. (2) Press the power zoom button on the “T” side so that the bar in the viewfinder moves all the way to the “T”...
  • Page 53 Focusing manually To return to autofocus mode Set FOCUS to AUTO. The f indicator in the viewfinder disappears. Shooting in relatively dark places Shoot at wide-angle after focusing in the telephoto position. Shooting in fast-moving subjects relatively bright places Shoot at wide-angle. To record a very distant subject Push FOCUS down to INFINITY.

  • Page 54: Adjusting The Aperture

    Adjusting the aperture If the difference between the brightness of the subject and the background is too great, adjust the aperture manually. When the aperture opens (lowering the F value), focal point becomes smaller (reducing depth of field) so that the background will blur and the subject will be in focus [a]. When the aperture closes (raising the F value), focal point becomes greater (increasing depth of field) so that both background and subject will focus clearly [b].

  • Page 55: Adjusting The Shutter Speed

    Adjusting the shutter speed Adjust the shutter speed to control the picture quality. When recording sports events, for example, use a high speed shutter to record fast moving objects clearly. You can select from 6 different shutter speeds SLOW, 60, 100, 250, 1000 and USER PRESET.
  • Page 56 Adjusting the shutter speed To adjust the SLOW SHTR (shutter) or S (shutter) PRESET menu items When you want to make a dark scene look brighter or give an object the appearance of motion, use a slow shutter. Set the dial to SLOW, then select speed from SLOW SHTR menu.
  • Page 57 •You cannot use the slow shutter when DIGITAL F in the menu is set to OVERLAP. •When using slow shutter, focusing can become difficult. In this case set focus to manual and put the digital camcorder on a tripod. Note on the high shutter speed Using high shutter speed can cause the image to darken.

  • Page 58: 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 59 Adjusting the gain To adjust the G (gain) PRESET menu item When you want to choose a gain setting higher than 9, select the appropriate level from the G PRESET menu. The setting data is set into memory. When you dial another setting, (e.g. 9), then return to USER PRESET, the previous setting is selected automatically.

  • Page 60: Adjusting The White Balance

    Adjusting the white balance White balance is the adjustment to make white subjects look white and to obtain a more natural color balance. You can obtain better results by adjusting the white balance manually when lighting conditions change quickly or when recording outdoors, e.g. neon signs, fireworks.

  • Page 61: 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 62 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. •If you are adjusting the aperture (iris) and shutter speed manually, then when you move from indoors to outdoors or vice-versa, set AUTO LOCK to ON and then set it to OFF again.

  • Page 63: 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 64: 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 65: Adjusting The Recording Sound

    Adjusting the recording sound You can adjust the recording sound level. Use headphones (not supplied) to monitor the sound when you adjust. Selecting and setting audio mode You can record sound using channel 1 and channel 2. Select sound input using the LINE/MIC switch as follows: MIC FRONT: When recording from the built-in microphone or external microphone connected to MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack.
  • Page 66 Adjusting the recording sound Checking the recording level Use the level indicator in the display window. If the input level is excessive, the PEAK indicator lights. If the PEAK indicator remains lit, adjust the recording sound manually. PEAK REC LEVEL Adjusting the recording level automatically Set REC LEVEL to AUTO.
  • Page 67 Adjusting the recording sound To attenuate the recording level Attenuate the recording level when recording very loud sounds. •When using the built-in microphone or external microphone. Set the MIC switch to ATT. Normally set off (green position). •When connecting an external microphone to AUDIO IN (CH-1/CH-2) input connector.

  • Page 68: 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 69: Making A Custom Preset

    Making a custom preset Use this menu setting to achieve consistent picture quality. This feature lets you customize the picture quality. Adjusts Item COLOR LEV Color intensity SHARPNESS Sharpness WB SHIFT White balance Brightness AE SHIFT* * When the aperture, shutter speed and gain are set manually, AE SHIFT level does not change.
  • Page 70 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 71: 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 72 To stop searching Press π. If your tape has blank portions between pictures The digital camcorder may not search for the recorded picture or data may not be stored. Notes on searching •The digital camcorder may not search correctly if the beginning of the search portion is too close to the tape head position.

  • Page 73: 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 1998...

  • Page 74: 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 75: 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 76: 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...

  • Page 77: To Stop Recording

    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 78: Additional Information Changing The Lithium Battery In The Digital Camcorder

    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 79 Changing the lithium battery in the digital camcorder Changing the lithium battery When replacing the lithium battery, keep the battery pack or other power source attached. Otherwise, you will need to reset the date, time and other items in the menu system retained by the lithium battery.

  • Page 80: Resetting The Date And Time

    The year changes as follows: 1998 ˜ 1999 N · · · · n 2028 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 81: Compatibility Of Dvcam And Dv Formats

    Recorder’s format 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 82 Compatibility of DVCAM and DV formats 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.

  • Page 83: Notes On Video Cassettes

    When you record You cannot use this digital camcorder and the DV connecting cable to copy a tape that has recorded the copyright control signals for copyright protection of software. “COPY INHIBIT”...

  • Page 84: Tips For Using The Battery Pack

    •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. This shortens battery life.
  • Page 85 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 86: Maintenance Information And Precautions

    •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 •For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in this manual. •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 •The unit becomes warm while in use. This is normal. •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.

  • 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 Symptom The power is not on.
  • Page 91 • The tape has run out. 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 Change locations. • The digital camcorder is not malfunctioning. • The video heads may be dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony DV-12CL cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p. 86) • The video heads may be dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony DV-12CL cleaning cassette (not supplied).

  • Page 93: When The Charge Lamp Flashes

    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

    Specifications Specifications System Video recording system Two rotary heads, Helical scanning system Audio recording system Two rotary heads, PCM system Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette DVCAM logo printed cassette Recording / Playback time (using PDV-184ME cassette) 184 min. Fastforward/rewind time Approx.

  • Page 95: Warning Indicators

    Warning indicators If indicators flash in the viewfinder, or a caution lamp on the digital camcorder flashes, check the following: ≥: you can hear the beep sound when the BEEP is set to ON. 1 The battery is weak or dead.

  • Page 96: Index

    Display window ... 16 DISPLAY ... 36 DV connecting cable ... 74 Editing ... 74 EDITSEARCH ... 33 EJECT (6) ... 25 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan F, G, H Fade-in/Fade-out ... 43 FADER/OVERLAP ... 43, 44 Gain ... 58 House current ...

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