Other Features - Sony DVCAM DSR-25 Operating Instructions Manual

DV format compatibility
The unit can perform recording and playback in the
DV-format (SP mode only). (Recording/playing an
image in LP mode is not available.)
NTSC/PAL systems compatible
The unit is compatible with NTSC and PAL systems.
With DV connection or in the playback mode, the
color system of signals is detected automatically. The
color system select switch on the unit allows input of
analog video signals in either color system. This
compatibility allows you to record (download) or play
back (upload) both NTSC and PAL formatted signals
with your VCR, computer, or other equipment.
However, the unit cannot convert the color system of
the signals.
Choice of two cassette sizes
The unit can use both standard-size and mini-size
DVCAM/DV cassettes.
• According to cassette size, the position of the reel
drive plates automatically changes.
• The maximum recording/playback times are 184
minutes for standard size cassettes and 40 minutes for
mini-size cassettes (DVCAM format).
Remote control
The unit can be operated by remote control from the
CONTROL S system Remote Control Unit (DSRM-
20, not supplied).
High-speed search function
If you use the Remote Control Unit (DSRM-20, not
supplied), the unit has a picture search function that
allows you to view color pictures at playback speeds
up to 14 times normal speed (NTSC) or up to 17 times
normal speed (PAL) in both forward and reverse
directions.
You can also search frame-by-frame in jog mode.
While searching for scenes, you can also hear playback
audio.
Digital slow playback
The unit has a frame memory function that allows slow
playback without noise. This is available only at +
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time speed and – / -time speed.
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Time code and user bits
On this unit, you can use time code and user bits.
Using the menu, these can be set easily.
Jog audio function
If you use the Remote Control Unit (DSRM-20, not
supplied), audio can be monitored at various playback
speeds when in jog mode.

Other Features

Built-in color LCD monitor
The unit has a 2-type color LCD (liquid crystal
display) monitor that lets you verify images on the
spot. You can see the setup menus, audio levels, and
system statuses. Menus and data can be superimposed
over the picture being displayed.
Duplicate, including cassette memory data
Using an i.LINK cable, you can duplicate a tape that
includes time code and cassette memory data, etc. If
the original tape has blank portions, you can duplicate
the tape skipping those portions.
Audio dubbing function
The unit allows you to record just the sound onto the
recorded tape (audio dubbing). (To dub sounds, you
are allowed to use only channel 3 and 4 of the tape
recorded in DVCAM format, the audio mode of which
is 32 kHz.)
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