Sony 300PF Operating Instructions Manual page 10

Features
ClipLink™ function
The ClipLink function links all stages from shooting to
editing. Once editing points have been set with this
function during shooting, they can be used to boost the
efficiency of editing work.
Creation of clips
Using the ClipLink function, the camcorder operator
can create clips to be used during editing.
The images captured at the Mark IN points are
recorded in a compressed format onto the tape as
"Index Pictures" 1) . In addition, editing point-related
data (scene number, time code for Mark IN/OUT
points, etc.) is recorded in the cassette memory.
ClipLink mode
To use the ClipLink function, select the menu setting
to set the DSR-300/300P into ClipLink mode. There is
also a ClipLink continue function that enables clips to
be continued even after a break in recording.
PCM digital audio
Recording/playback can be set to audio lock mode.
Selectable between two-channel recording (with a
sampling frequency of 48 kHz) mode or four-channel
recording (with a sampling frequency of 32 kHz) mode
(CH-1 and CH-2 only).
Equipped with audio output connectors
During recording or playback, audio output can be
monitored via a built-in speaker, a connected earphone
or via (two-channel) audio output connectors.
Color playback
Connect an external video monitor for color playback
(playback adaptor not required). The DSR-300/300P is
equipped with two video monitor connectors: one for
composite video output and the other for S-video
output.
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1) It is necessary to fit the optional DSBK-301 Index
Picture Board.
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Chapter 1 Overview
VCR data display
The DSR-300/300P is able to display the following
data on the viewfinder screen.
• Time values (counter, time code, or user bit values)
• Audio recording levels
• Remaining tape time
• Operation mode of the VCR section
• Remaining battery capacity
• ClipLink information
Recording on external VCRs
Betacam or S-VHS VCRs can be connected to the
VTR connector (26-pin) on the rear panel.