3-865-349-16(1)
Digital
Videocassette
Recorder
Operating Instructions page 2GB
Before operating the unit, please read this manual
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
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Mode d’emploi page 2FR
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attentivement ce mode d’emploi que l’on conservera
pour toute référence ultérieure.
DSR-40/40P
1999 by Sony Corporation
For DSR-40
WARNING
Precautions
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
Safety
• Operate the unit only on 120 V AC, 60 Hz .
• If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it
checked by qualified personnel before operating it any
further.
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if you do not intend to
use it for an extended period of time. To disconnect the
cord, pull it out by the plug, never by the cord.
Installing
• Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat
buildup.
• Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or
near materials (curtains, draperies) that may block the
ventilation slots.
• Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators
or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock.
• Do not install the unit in an inclined position. It is designed
to be operated in a horizontal position only.
• The unit is not designed for portable use. Install it properly
on a flat stable place. Placing it on its side or on a surface
slanted more than 30 degrees may cause damage.
• Keep the unit and cassettes away from equipment with
strong magnets, such as microwave ovens or large
loudspeakers.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
• Do not place heavy objects on the unit.
• If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm location,
moisture may condense inside the VCR and cause damage
to the video head and tape. When you first install the unit,
or when you move it from a cold to a warm location, wait for
about one hour before operating the unit.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this manual could void your authority
to operate this equipment.
Information
Compatible color systems
Note
The DSR-40 is designed to record and play back using the
NTSC color system. Recording of video sources based on
other color systems cannot be guaranteed.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
Caution
Television programs, films, video tapes and other materials
may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such material
may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. Also,
use of this recorder with cable television transmission may
require authorization from the cable television transmission
and/or program owner.
Owner’s record
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
The model number is located at the rear and front of the unit
and the serial number on the top. Record the serial number in
the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever
you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
Model No. DSR-40 Serial No. ______________________
for help.
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• The unit is not designed for portable use. Install it properly
on a flat stable place. Placing it on its side or on a surface
slanted more than 30 degrees may cause damage.
• Keep the unit and cassettes away from equipment with
strong magnets, such as microwave ovens or large
loudspeakers.
For the customers in the U.S.A.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name:
Model No.:
SONY
DSR-40
• Do not place heavy objects on the unit.
Responsible Party:
Address:
Sony Electronics Inc.
680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell,
NJ 07649 USA
201-930-6970
• Do not place any objects containing liquid (e.g. vases) on
the unit.
• If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm location,
moisture may condense inside the VCR and cause damage
to the video head and tape. When you first install the unit,
or when you move it from a cold to a warm location, wait for
one to two hours before operating the unit.
Telephone No.:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Caution
Television programmes, films, video tapes and other
materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorised recording of
such material may be contrary to the provisions of the
copyright laws. Also, use of this recorder with cable television
transmission may require authorisation from the cable
television transmitter and/or programme owner.
For DSR-40P
WARNING
Compatible colour systems
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to
rain or moisture.
The DSR-40P is designed to record and play back using the
PAL colour system. Recording of video sources based on
other colour systems cannot be guaranteed.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel only.
For the customers in Europe
This product with the CE marking complies with both the
EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive
(73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European
Community.
Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the
following European standards:
Precautions
Safety
• This unit operates on 220 – 240 V AC, 50 Hz. Check that
the unit’s operating voltage is identical with your local power
supply.
• If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it
checked by qualified personnel before operating it any
further.
• The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long as it is
connected to the mains outlet, even if the unit itself has
been turned off.
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if you do not intend to
use it for an extended period of time. To disconnect the
cord, pull it out by the plug, never by the cord.
• Do not use the unit in areas where there is danger of it
becoming wet.
• EN60065: Product Safety
• EN55103-1: Electromagnetic Interference (Emission)
• EN55103-2: Electromagnetic Susceptibility (Immunity)
This product is intended for use in the following
Electromagnetic Environment(s):
E1 (residential), E2 (commercial and light industrial), E3
(urban outdoors) and E4 (controlled EMC environment, ex.
TV studio).
Installing
• This unit is equipped with a fan at the rear. Do not insert
objects nor touch the fan during operation.
• To prevent internal heat buildup, install the unit at least
5 cm away from the wall, and dust the unit periodically.
• Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or
near materials (curtains, draperies) that may block the
ventilation slots.
• Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators
or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1
Overview
Features .............................................................................6
Notes on Video Cassettes .................................................... 8
Notes on Recording / Playing.............................................. 9
Location and Function of Parts .....................................10
Front Panel ........................................................................ 10
Rear Panel ......................................................................... 14
Chapter 2
Playback...........................................................................16
Connections for Playback.................................................. 16
Settings for Playback......................................................... 18
Playback Procedure ........................................................... 19
Playback Functions ........................................................... 20
Recording ........................................................................23
Connections for Recording................................................ 23
Settings for Recording....................................................... 25
Recording Procedure ......................................................... 27
Playback and
Recording
Chapter 3
Using the Unit as a
Player in an
Editing System
Notes on Usage in the Editing System .........................30
Connections for a Digital Non-linear Editing................32
Connections for a Cut Editing System..........................33
Connections for an A/B Roll Editing System ...............35
Adjusting an Edit Timing ................................................40
Adjusting the Sync and Subcarrier Phases..................44
Adjusting Signals ............................................................47
Chapter 4
Using the Unit as a Recorder
Using the Unit as a
Recorder in an
with FXE-100/100P/120/120P.................................49
Editing System
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Chapter 5
Changing Menu Settings ................................................51
Changing the SET UP MENU Settings ............................. 51
Menu Contents .................................................................. 51
Recommended settings in the SET UP menu .................... 54
Menu Settings
Chapter 6
Maintenance and
Troubleshooting
Alarm Messages ..............................................................55
Troubleshooting ..............................................................56
Notes on Use ...................................................................57
Appendix
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Specifications ..................................................................60
Compatibility of DVCAM and DV Format ......................62
Glossary...........................................................................64
Index .................................................................................66
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