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3-858-622-12 (1)
Digital Camcorder
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
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DSR-200P
©1996 by Sony Corporation
DSR-200P CE 3-858-622-12(1). E

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  • Page 1 3-858-622-12 (1) Digital Camcorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. @@ @@ PP PP DSR-200P ©1996 by Sony Corporation DSR-200P CE 3-858-622-12(1). E...
  • Page 2 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. Voor de klanten in Nederland Bij dit produkt zijn battarijen geleverd. Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet u ze niet weggooien maar inleveren als KCA.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Releasing the STEADY SHOT Before you begin function ..........68 Making a custom preset ......69 Using this manual ........4 Checking supplied accessories ....5 – for editing/playback – Identifying the parts ........ 6 Searching the recorded picture .... 71 Attaching optional accessories ....

  • Page 4: Before You Begin

    Before you begin Using this manual As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the digital camcorder are shown in capital letters. e.g. Set the POWER switch to ON. As indicated with ≥ in the illustrations, you can hear the beep sound to confirm your operation.

  • 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) 3 R6 (size AA) battery for Remote 2 CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p. 78) Commander (2) (p. 12) 4 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 34) The lithium battery is already installed in 5 S video cable (1) (p.

  • Page 6: Identifying The Parts

    Identifying the parts !™ !£ !¢ !∞ !§ !¶ !• !ª !¡ @º @¡ 1 Stopper (p. 20) ! ¡ CAMCORDER/PLAYER switch (p. 26) !™ Accessory shoe (p. 46) Lift up and hold to remove the viewfinder. 2 Viewfinder (p. 20, 27, 87) ! £...
  • Page 7 @™ @£ #¡ @¢ #™ @∞ #£ @§ #¢ @¶ #∞ @• #§ @ª #º @ ™ Microphone holder attaching point # ºLens hood cap (p. 26) # ¡BRIGHT knob (p. 27) (p. 18) @£ TALLY lamp (p. 27) Turn to adjust the viewfinder’s brightness. # ™...
  • Page 8 Identifying the parts $§ $¶ #¶ $• $ª #• %º %¡ #ª %™ $º %£ $¡ %¢ $™ %∞ $£ %§ $¢ %¶ %• $∞ $¶DIRECTION SELECT switch (p. 28) #¶ Eyecup Set to change the directionality of the built- #•...
  • Page 9 %ª ^º ^¡ ^™ ^£ ^¢ ^∞ ^§ ^¶ &£ &™ &¡ &º ^ª ^• %ª SHUTTER SPEED dial and AUTO/MANUAL ^∞ Display window (p. 16) ^ §PEAK indicators (L and R) (p. 66) switch (p. 55) ^ ºDIGITAL MODE switch (p. 30, 44) ^¶...
  • Page 10 Identifying the parts *º *™ *¡ &¢ &ª &∞ &§ *£ *¢ &¶ *∞ &• *§ &¢ Carrying handle * £MONITOR LEVEL dial (p. 28) & ∞ IRIS dial and AUTO/MANUAL switch Turn to adjust the volume level of the (p.
  • Page 11 Remote Commander The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the digital camcorder function identically. !º !¡ 1 Transmitter 7 VTR4/ID/VTR2 switch (p. 13) Point toward the remote sensor to control Select VTR4 or ID, the same setting as the digital camcorder after turning on the COMMANDER in the menu system.
  • Page 12 Identifying the parts To prepare the Remote Commander To use the Remote Commander, you must insert two R6 (size AA) batteries. Use the supplied R6 (size AA) batteries. (1) Remove the battery cover from the Remote Commander. (2) Insert both of the R6 (size AA) batteries with correct polarity. (3) Put the battery cover back onto the Remote Commander.
  • 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 Identifying the parts Remote control direction Aim the Remote Commander at either of the two remote commander sensors. The range of the Remote Commander is about 5 m (about 16 feet) indoors. Use the Remote Commander as close to flat as possible, otherwise it may not work. Remote Commander sensors Notes on the Remote Commander •...
  • Page 15 In the viewfinder !¡ CP DV STBY !™ 0 :13 : 46:05 4000 !£ 170 m i n F2.8 !¢ 16 : 9 WIDE PHOTO !∞ FADER !§ !¶ !• 1 Manual focusing indicator (p. 53) 0 Custom preset indicator (p. 69) ! ¡...
  • Page 16 Identifying the parts In the display window DVCAM 5 Date/aperture indicator (p. 80, 54) 1 Time code 6 Remaining battery indicator (p. 84) 2 Warning indicators (p. 95) 7 Time indicator 3 DVCAM indicator 8 Remaining tape indicators Lights up when using a DVCAM-formatted 9 Audio level indicators (p.

  • Page 17: Attaching Optional Accessories

    Attaching optional accessories Attaching digital camcorder to the tripod adaptor Use the VCT-U14 tripod adaptor (not supplied). Once the tripod adaptor has been attached to the tripod stand, then you may attach the digital camcorder. (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 Attaching optional accessories Attaching the external microphone with XLR connector When using the ECM-672 external microphone (not supplied), attach the CAC-12 microphone holder (not supplied) to the digital camcorder. (1) Remove the screws from the top of the viewfinder. Remove the spacer from the screws. They are unnecessary when attaching the microphone holder.
  • Page 19 Attaching the battery adaptor The NPA-10000 battery adaptor (not supplied), can hold up to 3 battery packs NP-F930, NP-F730 or NP-720 (not supplied). Attach the adaptor to the digital camcorder. (1) Release the lock and open the cover. (2) Insert the battery packs in the direction of the z mark on the battery packs. (3) Close the cover, then lock.

  • Page 20: Getting Started

    Getting started Attaching the viewfinder Before using the digital camcorder, attach the viewfinder. (1) Loosen the viewfinder release ring. (2) Slide the viewfinder onto the attaching plate. (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.

  • Page 21: Charging And Installing The Battery Pack

    Charging and installing the battery pack Before using your digital camcorder, you first need to charge and install the battery pack (not supplied). To charge the battery pack, use the AC-V615 AC power adaptor (not supplied). This digital camcorder does not interface with “InfoLITHIUM” batteries. The remaining time (minutes) indication does not appear when using “InfoLITHIUM”...
  • Page 22 Charging and installing the battery pack Battery life Battery Continuous Typical recording pack recording time time NP-F930 120 (110) 75 (70) NP-F730/720 80 (75) 50 (45) NP-F930 (x3) 360 (330) 225 (210) 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.
  • Page 23 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 lever and clicks. To remove battery pack While pressing BATT, lift the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow. BATT DSR-200P CE 3-858-622-12(1).

  • Page 24: Inserting A Cassette

    Inserting a cassette Use a standard DVCAM cassette with logo*. 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 To eject the cassette Open the cassette compartment cover and press 6. After the cassette rises, take it out, then close the cover. 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.

  • Page 26: Basic Operations

    Basic operations Camera recording Make sure that the power source is installed and a cassette is inserted and that AUTO LOCK is set to ON. When AUTO LOCK is set to ON, all settings are automatically adjusted to best suit your shooting environment. Before you record one-time events, you may want to make a trial recording to make sure that the digital camcorder is working correctly.
  • Page 27 When ND ON flashes in the viewfinder Set ND FILTER to ON. To stop recording momentarily [a] Press START/STOP again. The “STBY” indicator appears in the viewfinder (Standby mode). To finish recording [b] Press START/STOP again. Turn STANDBY down to LOCK, and set the POWER switch to OFF.
  • Page 28 Camera recording Note on recording When you record from the beginning of a tape, run the tape by recording for about 15 seconds before you start the actual recording. This will ensure that you won’t miss any start-up scenes when you play back the tape. 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.
  • Page 29 To select Fs 48k [a] or Fs 32k [b] recording mode Set AUDIO MODE to Fs 48k (16 bit) so that you can get higher sound quality. In Fs 48k [c] and one audio sector [d]. In mode, the digital camcorder records one video sector the viewfinder the “48k”...

  • 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

    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 Hints for better shooting • You can move the viewfinder up to about 30 mm (1 3/16 inches) laterally. Turn the lock ring to release the viewfinder, and then move it. Turn back the lock ring to fix the viewfinder in place [e]. •...

  • Page 33: Checking The Recorded Picture

    Checking the recorded picture Using EDITSEARCH, you can review the last recorded scene or check the recorded picture in the viewfinder. ( 1) Set the POWER switch to ON and then set CAMCORDER/PLAYER to CAMCORDER. ( 2) Turn STANDBY up to STANDBY. ( 3) Press the –...

  • Page 34: Connections For Playback

    Connections for playback You can use this digital camcorder as a VCR by connecting it to monitor for playback. There are some ways to connect the digital camcorder to monitor. When monitoring the playback picture by connecting the digital camcorder to monitor, we recommend you to use mains for power source.
  • 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/PLAYER to PLAYER.
  • 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 mains. Choose the appropriate power source depending on where you want to use your digital camcorder. Power source Accessory to be used (not supplied) Place Indoors...
  • Page 39 • If the VTR/CAMERA lamp does not light, disconnect the mains lead. After about one minute, reconnect the mains lead. 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 to select the desired item, then press EXECUTE. (3) Press to select the desired setting, then press EXECUTE.
  • Page 41 Selecting the mode setting of each item Items for both CAMCORDER and PLAYER modes COMMANDER* <VTR4/OFF/ID/ID SET> • Normally select VTR4. • Select OFF when not using the Remote Commander. • Select ID when using the Remote Commander with the ID number set. •...
  • Page 42 Changing the mode settings 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> <COLOUR LV/SHARPNESS/WB SHIFT/AE SHIFT> <RESET>...

  • Page 43: Fade-In And Fade-Out

    Fade-in and fade-out When fading in, the picture gradually fades in from black while the sound increases. When fading out, the picture gradually fades to black while the sound decreases. To use fade-in and fade-out, press FADER/OVERLAP to display FADER in the viewfinder.

  • Page 44: Overlapping Two Pictures

    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. (3) Press START/STOP to start recording.

  • Page 45: Using The Wide Mode Function

    Using the wide mode function You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on a 16:9 wide-screen TV. In the viewfinder black bands appear at the top and bottom of the screen [a]. On a monitor screen, the picture appears horizontally compressed [b]. When setting WIDE PB to ON in the menu system, you get a cinema-like picture with a black band at the bottom of the screen [c].

  • Page 46: Photo Recording

    Photo recording You can record a still picture like a photograph for about seven seconds. This mode is useful when you want to enjoy a picture such as a photograph or when you print a picture using a video printer (not supplied). (1) Turn STANDBY up to PHOTO STANDBY.

  • Page 47: Interval Recording

    Interval recording You can make a time-lapse like recording by setting the digital camcorder to automatically record and standby sequentially. 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

    Cut recording You can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect using cut recording. To create this effect, alternately move the subject a little and make a 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. • Too much brightness behind the subject •...
  • 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 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].

  • 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, 50, 100, 215, 1000 and PRESET. SLOW and PRESET have their own menus.
  • 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. Select speed from SLOW SHTR menu. When you want to choose a shutter, set dial to PRESET, then select the appropriate, shutter speed from the S PRESET menu.
  • Page 57 To select the Best Shutter Speed Concerning shooting conditions and brightness, refer to the following chart to adjust shutter speed accordingly. Subject Shutter speed 1/425 – 1/10000 • A golf swing or tennis match in fine weather • A landscape shot from a moving car or train 1/100 –...

  • Page 58: Adjusting The Gain

    Adjusting the gain If the picture is too dark even with the aperture fully open, and using the slowest acceptable shutter speed, adjust the gain to make the picture as bright as necessary. 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.
  • Page 59 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 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 colour 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 (1) Set AUTO LOCK to OFF. (2) Set ATW/MANUAL under the WHT BAL dial to MANUAL. (3) Turn WHT BAL to select a white balance. Usually select e (3200K) (indoor mode) or w (5800K) (outdoor mode). To fix the white balance by using one-push white balance, select ∑...
  • Page 62 Adjusting the white balance Notes on the ∑ indicator in the viewfinder • The indicator means: Slow flashing: white balance is not adjusted Fast flashing: white balance is being adjusted (after you pressed WHITE BALANCE ∑) Lit steady: white balance has been adjusted. •...

  • 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 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

    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.

  • 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. Item Adjusts Adjustment value Colour intensity Decreases colour intensity COLOUR LV ˜ Increases colour intensity SHARPNESS Sharpness Softer ˜ Sharper WB SHIFT White balance Bluish ˜...
  • Page 70 Making a custom preset To turn off custom preset (1) While the digital camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU. (2) Press to select CUSTOM, then press EXECUTE. (3) Press to select SET, then press EXECUTE. (4) Press to select OFF, then press EXECUTE. goes off in the viewfinder.

  • Page 71: Searching The Recorded Picture

    Searching the recorded picture When you use a cassette memory-mounted DVCAM cassette ( logo*) which can store the recorded date and time, etc., you can search the recorded picture with the date or time using the Remote Commander ( Cassette memory search ). You can also search the photo-recorded pictures only, or the recorded picture in the backward and forward direction from the present position without cassette memory.
  • Page 72 Searching the recorded picture Searching the recorded picture without using cassette memory (1) Set the POWER switch to ON, then set CAMCORDER/PLAYER to PLAYER. (2) Open the cover, press MENU to display the menu in the viewfinder. (3) Set CM SEARCH to OFF in the menu system. (4) Press MENU to erase the menu display.

  • Page 73: Displaying Recording Data

    Displaying recording data You can display the recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded (Data Code)), on the TV during playback or editing. The Data Code is also displayed in the viewfinder and the display window. Press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander while playing back. Each time you press DATA CODE, the indicator cycles in the viewfinder as follows: When you select DATE/CAM from the menu [a]: recorded date and time n various settings n no indication...

  • Page 74: Editing Onto Another Tape

    Editing onto another tape You can create your own video programmes by editing with any other VCRs that has video/audio inputs. Note that cassette memory data is not recorded on the edited tape. You can edit with little deterioration of picture and sound quality when using the DV connecting cable (not supplied).
  • Page 75 Starting editing ( 1) Set the POWER switch to ON and then set CAMCORDER/PLAYER to PLAYER. ( 2) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the recording VCR. Then insert your recorded tape into the digital camcorder. ( 3) Play back the recorded tape on the digital camcorder until you locate the point where you want to start editing.

  • Page 76: Audio Dubbing

    Audio dubbing If you recorded in Fs 32k (12 bit) recording mode, you can add stereo narration or music to the recording. Making connections To use additional audio line in [a] Connect the LINE OUT jacks of an audio source to the rear AUDIO IN jacks of the digital camcorder using an audio connecting cord with the XLR connector (not supplied) and then set LINE/MIC to LINE.
  • Page 77 Recording ( 1) Set the POWER switch to ON and then set CAMCORDER/PLAYER to PLAYER. ( 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. ( 4) Press AUDIO DUB ( 5) Adjust the recording volume.

  • Page 78: Additional Information

    I indicator flashes in the viewfinder for about 5 seconds when you set the digital camcorder to CAMCORDER mode with the POWER switch ON. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of any other battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
  • Page 79 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. ( 1) Open the lid of the lithium battery compartment. ( 2) Push the lithium battery down once and pull it out from the holder.

  • Page 80: Resetting The Date And Time

    Resetting the date and time You can reset the date and time in the menu system. (1) Open the cover, then press MENU to display the menu. (2) Press to select CLOCK SET, then press EXECUTE. (3) Press to select the desired year, then press EXECUTE. Set the day, month, hour, and minutes by pressing and then pressing EXECUTE.

  • Page 81: Compatibility Of Dvcam And Dv Formats

    Compatibility of DVCAM and DV formats DVCAM format is developed as a more reliable and higher end format than consumer DV format. Here are explained about DVCAM and DV formats: the differences, compatibility, and limitations on editing. Differences between DVCAM and DV formats Item DVCAM 15 µm...
  • 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. Source tape Player’s format Recorder’s format...

  • Page 83: Notes On Video Cassettes

    Notes on video cassettes Usable cassettes We recommend using a standard DVCAM cassette You can get the highest quality pictures with this digital camcorder using a standard DVCAM cassette which is the highest quality cassette. You may not get as good a quality with lesser cassettes. You cannot use any other mini DVCAM, mini DV, h 8 mm, H Hi8,...

  • Page 84: Tips For Using The Battery Pack

    Tips for using the battery pack This section shows you how you can get the most out of your battery pack. Preparing the battery pack Always carry additional batteries Have sufficient battery pack power to do 2 to 3 times as much recording as you have planned.
  • Page 85 The switch on the battery pack This switch is provided so that you can mark the charged battery pack. Set the switch to the “green mark” position when charging is completed. (When removed from the charging adaptor, the switch exposes the green mark. When removed from your digital camcorder, no mark is indicated.) The life of the battery pack If the battery indicator flashes rapidly just after turning on the digital camcorder with a...

  • Page 86: Maintenance Information And Precautions

    • the v indicator flashes in the viewfinder. [ b] 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-200P CE 3-858-622-12(1). E...

  • Page 89: Using Your Digital Camcorder Abroad

    Using your digital camcorder abroad Each country has its own electric and TV colour systems. Before using your digital camcorder abroad, check the following points. Power sources You can use your digital camcorder in any country with the AC-V615 AC power adaptor within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.

  • 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 Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Action • CAMCORDER/PLAYER is set to CAMCORDER. The tape does not move when m Set it to PLAYER. (p. 36) a video control button is • The tape has run out. pressed. m Rewind the tape or use a new one. (p. 36) •...
  • 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 (not supplied). (p. 86) v indicator flashes in the • The video heads may be dirty.
  • Page 93 If the CHARGE lamp lights up and goes out after a while, the problem is with the battery pack installed first. Please contact your nearest Sony dealer in connection with the problem. * If you use a battery pack which you have...

  • Page 94: Specifications

    Specifications Input and output General System connectors Power requirements Video recording system 7.2 V (battery pack) Two rotary heads, Helical S video output 8.4 V (AC power adaptor) 4-pin mini DIN scanning system Average power consumption Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Audio recording system ohm, unbalanced 11.6 W during camera recording...

  • 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

    LANC ........8 Lithium battery ...... 78 M, N Mains ........38 Manual focus ......51 Menu system ......40 MIC (microphone) jack ..28 MIC ........... 67 ND filter ........63 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan DSR-200P CE 3-858-622-12(1). E...

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