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Connections for a Digital Non-Linear Editing System Connections for a Cut Editing System Connections for an A/B Roll Editing System Connections for SDTI (QSDI) Dubbing Connections for Analog Recording Adjusting the Sync and Subcarrier Phases 3-204-675-12(2) Digital Videocassette Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. DSR-1800/1800P © 2000 Sony Corporation Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. Serial No. WARNING: THIS WARNING IS APPLICABLE FOR USA ONLY. Using this unit at a voltage other than 120 V may require the use of a different line cord or attachment plug, or both. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, refer servicing to qualified service personnel. 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. THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. For customers in the USA This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. The shielded interface cable recommended in this manual must be used with this equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. 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. 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. For customers in Europe (DSR-1800P only) 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: • 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). 2 Table of Contents Chapter 1 Overview Features........................................................................5 DVCAM Format ............................................................. 5 A Wealth of Interfaces .................................................... 6 Facilities for High-Efficiency Editing............................. 6 Other Features ................................................................. 7 Optional Accessories....................................................... 7 Location and Function of Parts..................................8 Front Panel ...................................................................... 8 Rear Panel ..................................................................... 16 Chapter 2 Recording and Playback Usable Cassettes.......................................................21 Inserting and Ejecting Cassettes ................................... 23 Recording...................................................................25 Settings for Recording .................................................. 25 Recording Procedure..................................................... 28 Playback .....................................................................31 Settings for Playback .................................................... 31 Playback Procedure....................................................... 32 Repeat Playback—Automatic Cyclical Playback ......... 34 Setting Points A and B for Repeat Playback................. 34 Cuing Up to Any Desired Position Set as Point A or B .................................................................. 39 Chapter 3 Convenient Functions for Editing Operation Setting the Time Data ................................................41 Displaying Time Data and Operation Mode Indications ........................................................... 41 Using the Internal Time Code Generator ...................... 43 Synchronizing Internal and External Time Codes ........ 45 Rerecording the Time Code—TC Insert Function........ 45 High-Speed and Low-Speed Search—Quickly and Accurately Determining Editing Points .....48 Search Operations via External Equipment .................. 48 Search Operations on This Unit .................................... 49 Digitally Dubbing Signals in DVCAM Format..........50 3 Chapter 4 Menu Settings Menu Organization ....................................................53 Menu Contents...........................................................56 Setup Menu ................................................................... 56 Auto Mode (AUTO FUNCTION) Execution Menu..... 69 Changing Menu Settings ..........................................70 Buttons Used to Change Settings.................................. 70 Changing the Settings of Basic Items ........................... 70 Displaying Enhanced Items .......................................... 72 Changing the Settings of Enhanced Items .................... 72 Returning Menu Settings to Their Factory Default Settings ................................................................ 73 Displaying Supplementary Status Information.......74 Chapter 5 Connections and Settings Connections for a Digital Non-Linear Editing System .................................................................77 Connections for a Cut Editing System ....................79 Connections for an A/B Roll Editing System ..........80 Connections for SDTI (QSDI) Dubbing ....................86 Connections for Analog Recording .........................87 Adjusting the Sync and Subcarrier Phases ............88 Chapter 6 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Maintenance ...............................................................91 Condensation................................................................. 91 Regular Checks ............................................................. 91 Head Cleaning............................................................... 93 Troubleshooting ........................................................94 Error Messages.............................................................. 96 Alarm Messages ............................................................ 96 Appendixes Precautions ................................................................99 Specifications ..........................................................100 ClipLink Guide .........................................................104 What Is ClipLink? ....................................................... 104 Example System Configuration and Operation Flow ................................................................... 105 Data Generated When Shooting.................................. 106 Glossary ...................................................................109 Index .........................................................................111 4 Overview Chapter 1 Features The DSR-1800/1800P is a 1/4-inch digital video cassette recorder using the DVCAM digital recording format. It achieves stable, superb picture quality by digitally processing video signals separated into color difference signals and luminance signals (component method). The unit is equipped with a variety of functions needed for videocassette recorders and players used in professional digital video editing systems. It supports the ClipLinkTM function developed by Sony Corporation for highly efficient video editing. When connected to a Sony EditStationTM, the unit serves as part of a powerful nonlinear editing system*. The unit is also equipped with a full-fledged analog interface to support hybrid systems that combine conventional analog equipment with digital equipment. * Non-linear editing: This is an editing method that uses video and audio signals digitally encoded and recorded on a hard disk as digital data. When compared with conventional (linear) editing methods, non-linear editing offers vastly improved efficiency in editing operations, for example, by eliminating tape transport time. Because the recording is digital, multi-generation dubbing can be performed with virtually no deterioration of quality. Wide track pitch The recording track pitch is 15 µm, fully 50 percent wider than the 10-µm track pitch of the DV format. Thanks to this feature, the DVCAM format sufficiently meets the reliability and precision requirements of professional editing. High-quality PCM digital audio PCM recording makes for a wide dynamic range and a high signal-to-noise ratio, thereby enhancing sound quality. There are two recording modes: 2-channel mode (48-kHz sampling and 16-bit quantization), which offers sound quality equivalent to the DAT (Digital Audio Tape) format, or 4-channel mode (32-kHz sampling and 12-bit quantization). Playback compatibility with DV and DVCPRO formats A DV cassette recorded on a DV format VCR as well as a DVCPRO (25M) format recorded cassette can be played back on this unit. Note The main features of the unit are described in the following. DVCAM Format DVCAM is based on the consumer DV format, which uses the 4:1:1 component digital format, and provides a 1/4-inch digital recording format for professional use. When playing back a tape recorded in DVCPRO (25M) format, the SDTI and i.LINK outputs (see “Digital interfaces” on page 6) of this unit are muted. Furthermore, it is not possible to playback the cue-audio track of the tape. High picture quality, high stability Video signals are separated into color difference signals and luminance signals, which are encoded and compressed to one-fifth size before being recorded to ensure stable and superb picture quality. Features 5 Support for three cassette sizes There are two sizes of DVCAM cassette: standard and mini. You can use either size with this unit. The unit also accepts L and M sizes of DVCPRO cassette. • When a cassette is inserted, the reel mechanism of the unit automatically adjusts to the size of the inserted cassette. • The capacity of a standard cassette is 184 minutes of recording/playback, and that of a mini cassette is 40 minutes. Facilities for High-Efficiency Editing The unit provides an abundance of functions that enhance editing efficiency and precision. Cross-fade editing For audio editing, you can select from cut-in editing, fadein/fade-out editing, and cross-fade editing. Chapter 1 Overview Support for ClipLink function A Wealth of Interfaces Digital interfaces The following optional digital interfaces are available for use with the unit. SDTI (QSDI)* (optional DSBK-1802 SDTI (QSDI) Input/Output Board): When the unit is fitted with the optional DSBK-1802 board, SDTI (QSDI)-format video, audio and time code signals can be transferred between the unit and the Sony EditStation at normal speed. When this unit is connected to another DVCAM VCR, it is possible to copy compressed signals between the two VCRs. SDI (serial digital interface)/AES/EBU (optional DSBK-1801 SDI/AES/EBU Input/Output Board): When the unit is fitted with the optional DSBK-1801 board, it can input and output D1 (component) format digital video and audio signals and also AES/EBUformat digital audio signals. i.LINK (DV)** (optional DSBK-1803 i.LINK/DV Input/Output Board): When the unit is fitted with the optional DSBK-1803 board (i.LINK compatible), it can input and output digital video and audio signals in DV format. * SDTI is the name of a standard interface established as SMPTE 305M. QSDI is a type of SDTI. This unit uses SDTI to transmit DV data, and the input/output connectors are labeled “SDTI (QSDI).” ** i.LINK and are trademarks and indicate that this product is in agreement with IEEE1394-1995 specifications and their revisions. In response to commands sent from the EditStation, index pictures recorded on tape or ClipLink log data recorded in the cassette memory can be transferred to the EditStation. The EditStation operator can then efficiently use these pictures and data in a preliminary editing session. For an overview of the ClipLink function, see the appendix “ClipLink Guide” (page 104). Internal time code generator and reader An internal time code generator and reader enables time code compliant with SMPTE (for DSR-1800)/EBU (DSR1800P) format to be recorded and played back. This allows editing to single frame precision. Outputting or inputting time code (LTC) to or from an external device is also possible using the TIME CODE IN/ OUT connectors. The unit is also compatible with VITC. Remote control The unit can be operated by remote control from an editing control unit that supports the RS-422A interface or from an optional SIRCS*-compatible remote control unit such as the DSRM-10. * SIRCS (Sony Integrated Remote Control System): A command protocol to remote control Sony professional videocassette recorders/players. Playback control using search dial The search dial on the front panel of the unit allows you to carry out playback operation in jog or shuttle mode without requiring an external editing control unit or remote control unit to be connected to the unit. Analog interfaces The unit also comes with analog interfaces enabling it to be connected to analog video and audio equipment. Analog video: These interfaces include a component interface, composite interface, and S-video interface. Analog audio: Four channels each of input and output are provided. It is also possible to connect a microphone to the unit. High-speed search function The unit has a picture search function that allows you to view color picture at playback speeds up to 85 times normal speed in forward and reverse directions. When remote-controlling this unit in shuttle mode from an editing control unit or a remote control unit, you can search at any speed in the range 0 (still) to 60 times normal speed in both directions. You can also search frame-by-frame in jog mode. 6 Features At search speeds up to 10 times normal speed in both directions, you can also hear playback audio. Compatible with wide-screen aspect ratio (16:9) The unit can record and play back aspect ratio information. When video accompanied by wide-screen aspect ratio information is recorded or played back, the unit can output the video signal also containing the aspect ratio information. Digital slow-motion playback Using the frame memory function, the unit can show noise-free slow-motion playback at speeds ranging from 0 to 1/2 times normal speed in both directions. Digital jog sound function When searching at speeds in the range +1 to + /30 or −1/30 to −1* times normal speed, the digital jog sound function is enabled. The audio signal is saved in temporary memory, and replayed according to the search speed. This allows searching on the sound track. * The positive direction refers to forward movement of the tape, and the negative direction to reverse movement. Rack mountable 1 Chapter 1 Overview When you use the optional RMM-130 Rack Mount Kit, you can mount this unit onto an EIA-standard 19-inch rack (height = 4 units). Optional Accessories DSBK-1801 SDI/AES/EBU Input/Output Board When installed in the unit, this optional board enables digital video and audio signals in the D1 format and also AES/EBU-format digital audio signals to be transferred between this unit and digital Betacam VCRs or other digital equipment. Video process control For analog video output and SDI-format video output, you can adjust the video output level, chroma signal output level, setup level (for DSR-1800), black level (for DSR1800P), and chroma phase. Other Features Menu system for functionality and operation settings The unit provides a menu system to make its various functions easier to use and set up its operation conditions. DSBK-1802 SDTI (QSDI) Input/Output Board This interface allows video, audio and time code signals in SDTI (QSDI) format to be transferred at normal speed between this unit and the Sony EditStation. When this unit is connected to another DVCAM VCR, it is possible to copy compressed signals between the two VCRs. Superimposition function Time code values, operation mode indications, error messages, and other text data can be superimposed and output in analog composite video signals. DSBK-1803 i.LINK/DV Input/Output Board This board allows you to connect the unit to other equipment provided with a Sony DV connector to carry out editing or dubbing of digital video and audio signals. Easy maintenance functions Self-diagnostic/alarm function: This function automatically detects setup and connection errors, operation faults, and other problems. It also displays a description of the problem, its cause, and the recommended response on the video monitor screen or time counter display. Digital hours meter: The digital hours meter functions include four kinds of tally operations for operating hours, head drum usage hours, tape transport hours, and tape threading/unthreading times. The tally results can be viewed on the video monitor or the time counter display. RMM-130 Rack Mount Kit This kit can be used to mount the unit onto an EIAstandard 19-inch rack. Features 7 Location and Function of Parts Front Panel a POWER switch Chapter 1 Overview POWER dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER b Audio level meters A Input selection/audio mode display section (see page 9) c Cassette compartment dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 INPUT VIDEO CH11/2 V:SDTI SDTI i.LINK SDI SDI SDI SG SG SG COMPOSITE Y-R,B S VIDEO ANALOG AES/EBU ANALOG AES/EBU AUDIO CH23/4 PB FS 1 2 3 4 48k44.1k32k REC MODE 2CH4CH A B MARK B Menu control panel (inside of the door) (see page 10) g AUDIO INPUT LEVEL control knobs f CONTROL S connector e HEADPHONES connector d PHONE LEVEL control knob F Remote control setting section (see page 15) E Search control section (see page 14) D Display section (see page 13) C Tape transport control section (see page 12) a POWER switch Press the “ ” side to power the unit on. When the unit is powered on, the display windows in the front panel lights. To power the unit off, press the “ ” side of the switch. b Audio level meters These show the audio levels of channels 1 to 4 (recording levels in recording mode or E-E mode* and playback level in playback mode). * E-E mode: Abbreviation of “Electric-to-Electric mode.” In this mode, video and audio signals input to the VCR are output after passing through internal electric circuits, but not through magnetic conversion circuits such as heads and tapes. This can be used to check input signals and for adjusting input signal levels. c Cassette compartment Accepts DVCAM, DV and DVCPRO (25M) videocassettes. For details of usable cassettes, see page 21. d PHONE LEVEL control knob Controls the volume of the headphones connected to the HEADPHONES connector. 8 Location and Function of Parts e HEADPHONES connector (stereo phone jack) Connect stereo headphones for headphone monitoring during recording or playback. The audio signal you want to monitor can be selected with the MONITOR SELECT switches on the menu control panel. f CONTROL S connector (stereo minijack) Connect a SIRCS-compatible remote control unit such as the DSRM-10. A Input selection/audio mode display section g AUDIO INPUT LEVEL control knobs When recording, you can use these knobs to set audio input levels for CH-1 (channel 1), CH-2, CH-3 and CH-4, respectively. You can make these knobs inoperative with the REC LEVEL menu item (see page 64). Chapter 1 Overview a INPUT display b VIDEO display c AUDIO CH1 1/2 display d AUDIO CH2 3/4 display e REC MODE display f PB FS display a INPUT display Indicates the input signal selected with the SDTI/i.LINK button in the INPUT SELECT section. V:SDTI: Digital video signal in SDTI(QSDI) format SDTI: Digital video and audio signals in SDTI(QSDI) format i.LINK: Digital video and audio signals in i.LINKcompatible DV format The SDTI/i.LINK button to function fully requires the optional DSBK-1802 and 1803 boards to be installed. The signal without the corresponding optional board installed in the unit can be neither selected nor indicated. b VIDEO display Indicates the input video signal selected with the VIDEO IN button in the INPUT SELECT section. COMPOSITE: Composite video signal Y−R, B: Y, R−Y and B−Y component video signals S VIDEO: S-video signal SDI: SDI video signal (optional DSBK-1801 board required) SG: Video test signal c AUDIO CH1 1/2 display Indicates the input audio signal selected with the CH-1,1/2 button in the INPUT SELECT section. ANALOG: Analog audio signal AES/EBU: Digital audio signal in AES/EBU format (optional DSBK-1801 board required) SDI: SDI audio signal (optional DSBK-1801 board required) SG: Audio test signal d AUDIO CH2 3/4 display Indicates the input audio signal selected with the CH-2,3/4 button in the INPUT SELECT section. The indications available are the same as for the AUDIO CH1 1/2 display described above. e REC MODE (audio recording mode) display Indicates the audio recording mode (2CH or 4CH) selected with the REC MODE menu item (see page 63). f PB FS (playback audio sampling frequency) display Indicates the sampling frequency (48 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 32 kHz) at which audio is recorded on tape. Location and Function of Parts 9 B Menu control panel The menu control panel is located on the inside of the door at the lower front of the unit. Pull the top of the door to open it. a MONITOR SELECT switches Chapter 1 Overview b INPUT SELECT section c MENU button d COUNTER SEL button e RESET (NO) button MIX A B MARK f SET (YES) button g buttons h TC PRESET button i SC PHASE control j SYNC PHASE control a MONITOR SELECT switches Use these switches to select the channels for audio output via the AUDIO MONITOR OUT connector on the rear panel and the HEADPHONES connector on the front panel. Use the left switch to select the basic channel setting, then use the right switch to select the output format (monaural, stereo, or mix). The following table lists the correspondence of left/right switch settings and channel/output format selections. Switch setting Left switch Right switch Selected channel and output format HEADPHONES AUDIO connector MONITOR OUT connector CH2/4 MIX CH1/3 Channel 1 only (monaural) Channel 1 only (monaural) CH1/2 CH3/4 CH1/3 MIX CH2/4 Channels 1 and Channels 1 and 2 (stereo) 2 (mix) Channel 2 only (monaural) Channel 3 only (monaural) Channel 2 only (monaural) Channel 3 only (monaural) CH1/3 MIX CH2/4 CH1/3 MIX CH2/4 CH1/2 CH3/4 CH1/3 MIX CH2/4 Channels 3 and Channels 3 and 4 (stereo) 4 (mix) Channel 4 only (monaural) Channel 4 only (monaural) CH1/3 MIX CH2/4 10 Location and Function of Parts b INPUT SELECT section VIDEO IN button Each press of this button cycles through the following input video signal selection options. • Composite video signal input to the VIDEO IN connectors • Component video signals input to the COMPONENT VIDEO IN connectors • S-video signal input to the S VIDEO IN connector • SDI video signal input to the SDI IN connector (optional DSBK-1801 board required) • Video test signal (selected with the INT VIDEO SG menu item (see page 62) generated by the internal signal generator In the input selection/audio mode display section, the VIDEO display shows the selection made with this button. CH1,1/2 (audio channel 1 or 1/2) button Each press of this button cycles through the following input audio signal selection options for audio channel 1 (when in 2-channel mode) or for audio channels 1 and 2 (when in 4-channel mode). • Analog audio signal(s) input to the AUDIO IN CH-1 connector (when in 2-channel mode) or AUDIO IN CH1 and CH-2 connectors (when in 4-channel mode) • Digital audio signal in AES/EBU format input to the DIGITAL AUDIO (AES/EBU) IN CH-1/2 connector (optional DSBK-1801 board required) • SDI audio signal input to the SDI IN connector (optional DSBK-1801 board required) • Audio test signal (selected with the INT AUDIO SG menu item (see page 65) generated by the internal signal generator In the input selection/audio mode display section, the AUDIO CH1 1/2 display shows the selection made with this button. CH2,3/4 (audio channel 2 or 3/4) button Each press of this button cycles through the input audio signal selection options for audio channel 2 (when in 2channel mode) or for audio channels 3 and 4 (when in 4channel mode). The input audio signal selection options corresponding to those for the CH1,1/2 button described above are available. In the input selection/audio mode display section, the AUDIO CH2 3/4 display shows the selection made with this button. SDTI/i.LINK (SDTI(QSDI) interface/i.LINK selection) button Each press of this button cycles through the following input signal selection options. • Digital video signal in SDTI(QSDI) format input to the SDTI(QSDI) IN connector (optional DSBK-1802 board required) When this is selected, use the CH1,1/2 button and CH2,3/4 button to select the required input audio signals. • Digital video and audio signals in SDTI(QSDI) format input to the SDTI(QSDI) IN connector (optional DSBK1802 board required) • Digital video and audio signals in i.LINK-compatible DV format, input to the DV IN/OUT connector (optional DSBK-1803 board required) In the input selection/audio mode display section, the INPUT display shows the selection made with this button. c MENU button Press this button to display the menu on the monitor screen and the time counter display. Press it again to return from the menu display to the usual display. On how to use the menu, see Chapter 4 “Menu Settings.” d COUNTER SEL (selection) button Selects the type of time data to be shown in the time counter display. Each press of this button cycles through three indicator display options: COUNTER (CNT: count value of the time counter), TC (time code), and U-BIT (user bits). Note Chapter 1 Overview When the REMOTE button in the remote control setting section is lit, the COUNTER SEL button does not operate. In this case, make the time data selection via the remote equipment that is connected to the REMOTE connector on the rear panel. e RESET (NO) button Press this button to: • reset menu settings, • reset the time count (COUNTER) shown in the time counter display to zero, or • send a negative response to the prompts issued by the unit. f SET (YES) button Press this button to: • save new settings, such as selected menu items and time code settings, to the memory of the unit, or • send a positive response to the prompts issued by the unit. g Arrow (JjKk) buttons Use these buttons to move around the menu items, and also for setting time code and user bit data. For details on setting time code and user bit data, see “Using the Internal Time Code Generator” on page 43. Location and Function of Parts 11 h TC (time code) PRESET button Use this button when setting an initial time code value and user bit data. For details on setting time code and user bit data, see “Using the Internal Time Code Generator” on page 43. i SC (subcarrier) PHASE control Turn this control to accurately adjust the subcarrier phase of the composite video output signal of the unit with C Tape transport control section respect to the reference video signal. Use a cross-point (Phillips) screwdriver to turn it. j SYNC (synchronization) PHASE control Turn this control to accurately adjust the synchronization phase of the output video signal of the unit with respect to the reference video signal. Use a cross-point (Phillips) screwdriver to turn it. Chapter 1 Overview a EJECT button b REW button c REC button f STOP button e F FWD button d PLAY button a EJECT button When you press this button, it lights and the cassette is automatically ejected after a few seconds. b REW (rewind) button When you press this button, it lights and the tape starts rewinding (maximum 85 times normal speed). When the F. FWD/REW menu item (see page 57) is set to PB, you can monitor the playback picture during the rewind. c REC (record) button When you press this button while holding down the PLAY button, it lights and recording begins. d PLAY button When you press this button, it lights and playback begins. If you press this button during recording or editing, the recording or editing operation is stopped and this unit enters playback mode. e F FWD (fast forward) button When you press this button, it lights and the tape is fast forwarded (maximum 85 times normal speed). When the F. FWD/REW menu item (see page 57) is set to PB, you can monitor the playback picture during the fast forward. f STOP button Press this button to stop the current tape transport operation. Note No tape transport control buttons other than the EJECT and STOP buttons will work while the REMOTE button in the remote control setting section is lit. This can be changed with the LOCAL ENABLE menu item (see page 57). 12 Location and Function of Parts D Display section a Recording/playback format indicators b ClipLink indicator c VITC indicator Chapter 1 Overview d Time data type indicators e Time counter display i CHANNEL CONDITION indicators h SERVO indicator g Cassette memory indicator f REC INHIBIT indicator j REPEAT indicator k Tape end alarm indicator l SHUTTLE/JOG indicators m NOT EDITABLE indicator a Recording/playback format indicators DVCAM: This lights when a tape recorded in DVCAM format is played back. DV: This lights when a tape recorded in consumer DV format is played back. LP: This lights when a tape recorded in LP mode is played back. When a tape recorded in DVCPRO (25M) format or any other format than those mentioned above is played back, none of the above indicators lights. Note A tape recorded in LP mode cannot be played back correctly. When a tape recorded in LP mode is played back, “DV LP” flashes and audio is muted. b ClipLink indicator Lights when a cassette is loaded on which ClipLink log data is stored in the cassette memory. For details of ClipLink log data, see the appendix “ClipLink Guide” (page 104). Location and Function of Parts 13 c VITC indicator Lights when VITC is being read or recorded regardless of the data shown in the time counter display. d Time data type indicators One of the three indicators (COUNTER, U-BIT, and TC) lights to indicate the type of time data currently shown in the time counter display. COUNTER: Count value of the time counter U-BIT: User bit data TC: SMPTE time code (for DSR-1800) or EBU time code (for DSR-1800P) e Time counter display Indicates the count value of the time counter, time code, VITC, or user bit data depending on the settings of the COUNTER SEL button on the menu control panel and the TC SELECT menu item (see page 61). Also used to display error messages and setup menu data. f REC (recording) INHIBIT indicator Lights in the following cases: • The REC/SAVE switch on the loaded cassette is in the SAVE position. • The REC INHIBIT menu item (see page 57) is set to ON. g Cassette memory indicator Lights when a cassette provided with a memory chip (“cassette memory”) is loaded. h SERVO indicator This indicator lights when the drum servo and capstan servo are locked*. * Servo lock: This refers to the synchronization of the phase of the drum rotation and the reference signal for the tape transport position, so that the video heads can trace the same pattern on the tape for playback and recording. l SHUTTLE/JOG indicators When searching in shuttle mode using the search dial, the SHUTTLE indicator lights, and when searching in jog mode using the search dial, the JOG indicator lights. When the search dial is turned clockwise causing playback to take place in the forward direction, the G indicator lights. When the search dial is turned counterclockwise causing playback to take place in the reverse direction, the g indicator lights. When the tape is stopped, the s indicator lights. For more information about the search dial, see “Search dial” in the next section. m NOT EDITABLE indicator Lights during playback of a tape that contains a recording in other than the DVCAM format. When this indicator is lit, the recordings contained in the tape can be used as source material for editing, but editing operations such as insert editing and assemble editing cannot be performed. This indicator also lights when the audio recording mode selected on this unit does not coincide with that of the loaded tape. Chapter 1 Overview E Search control section i CHANNEL CONDITION indicators These three-color indicators show the state of the playback signal. Green: The state of the playback signal is good. Yellow: The playback signal is somewhat deteriorated, but playback is possible. Red: The playback signal is deteriorated. When the red indicator remains on, head cleaning or an internal inspection is necessary. j REPEAT indicator This indicator lights when the REPEAT MODE menu item (see page 56) is set to ON. k Tape end alarm indicator Starts flashing when the remaining capacity of the tape is for about 2 minutes. b Search dial a SEARCH button a SEARCH button To use the search dial for playback in shuttle or jog mode, press this button, turning it on. Pressing the dial toggles between shuttle and jog modes. In shuttle mode, the SHUTTLE indicator in the display section lights, and in jog mode, the JOG indicator in the display section lights. b Search dial Turn this to carry out playback in the modes shown in the following table. Turning the dial clockwise lights the G indicator in the display section and plays back in the forward direction. Turning the dial counterclockwise lights the g indicator in the display section and plays back 14 Location and Function of Parts in the reverse direction. When the tape is stopped, the s indicator in the display section lights. Pressing this dial toggles playback between shuttle mode and jog mode. When playing back in shuttle mode, the SHUTTLE indicator in the display section lights, and when playing back in jog mode, the JOG indicator lights. You can carry out noiseless playback in the range of ±1/2 times normal speed. Playback modes using the search dial Playback mode Shuttle Operation and functions Press the SEARCH button or the search dial so that the SHUTTLE indicator in the display section lights, then turn the search dial. Playback is carried out at a speed determined by the position of the search dial. The maximum shuttle mode playback speed can be changed with the SHUTTLE menu item (see page 57). Press the SEARCH button or the search dial so that the JOG indicator in the display section lights, then turn the search dial. Playback is carried out at a speed determined by the speed of rotation of the search dial. The playback speed is up to ±1 times normal speed by factory default. The search dial has no detents. b 9PIN button When carrying out remote control between this unit and the unit connected to the REMOTE connector, press this button, turning it on. c i.LINK button When carrying out remote control between this unit and the unit connected to the DV IN/OUT connector, press this button, turning it on. This requires the optional DSBK1803 board to be installed. Chapter 1 Overview Jog You can use the SEARCH ENABLE menu item (see page 57) to select either of the following as the operation to be performed to put the unit into search mode (shuttle or jog). • Either press the SEARCH button or, except during recording/editing, turn the search dial (factory default setting). • Press the SEARCH button. F Remote control setting section a REMOTE button b 9PIN button c i.LINK button a REMOTE button When remote-controlling this unit from the unit connected to the REMOTE connector or DV IN/OUT connector, press this button, turning it on. When reverting to local mode to use the buttons in the tape transport control section, press this button again, turning it off. Location and Function of Parts 15 Rear Panel A Analog video signal input/output section (see page 17) B Digital signal input/output section (see page 18) Chapter 1 Overview ANALOG VIDEO VIDEO IN AUDIO IN LOW OFF DV IN/OUT SDTI(QSDI) IN OUT IN SDI OUT DIGITAL AUDIO(AES/EBU) IN CH-1/2 CH-3/4 OUT CH-1/2 CH-3/4 TIME CODE S VIDEO IN COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y R-Y B-Y REF.VIDEO IN OUT VIDEO OUT 1 2 (SUPER) S VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO OUT OUT Y R-Y B-Y IN OUT VIDEO CONTROL LEVEL HIGH LOW ON OFF 600Ω LEVEL HIGH LOW ON OFF 600Ω LEVEL HIGH LOW ON OFF 600Ω LEVEL HIGH ON 600Ω AUDIO OUT MONITOR OUT AUDIO REMOTE CH-1 CH-2 CH-3 CH-4 CH-1 CH-2 CH-3 CH-4 ~AC IN D External device connectors (see page 20) AC IN connector C Analog audio signal input/output section (see page 19) AC IN connector Use the supplied power cord to connect this to an AC outlet. 16 Location and Function of Parts A Analog video signal input/output section ANALOG VIDEO VIDEO IN S VIDEO IN COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y R-Y B-Y REF.VIDEO IN OUT VIDEO OUT 1 2 (SUPER) S VIDEO OUT Y Chapter 1 Overview e VIDEO OUT 1 and 2 (SUPER) connectors d REF. VIDEO IN/OUT connectors c COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y/R−Y/B−Y connectors b S VIDEO IN connector a VIDEO IN connectors TIME CODE VIDEO OUT 2 S VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO OUT OUT Y R-Y B-Y IN OUT h TIME CODE IN/OUT connectors g COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y/R−Y/B−Y connectors f S VIDEO OUT connector a VIDEO IN connectors (BNC type) Input an analog composite video signal. This connector block has a built-in automatic 75 Ω termination switch. When a signal is input to the left VIDEO IN connector with no bridging (loop-through) connection made, the connector is terminated with an impedance of 75 Ω automatically. To connect the signal input to the left VIDEO IN connector also to other equipment, use the right VIDEO IN connector (marked ). When the right VIDEO IN connector is used, the built-in 75 Ω termination switch turns off automatically. b S VIDEO IN connector (4-pin) Input an S-video signal with separated Y (luminance) and C (chroma: 3.58 MHz for DSR-1800 or 4.43 MHz for DSR-1800P) components to this connector. c COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y/R−Y/B−Y connectors (BNC type) Input analog component video signals (Y/R−Y/B−Y) to these connectors. d REF. (reference) VIDEO IN/OUT connectors (BNC type) Input a reference video signal. The IN connector block has a built-in automatic 75 Ω termination switch. When a signal is input to the left REF. VIDEO IN connector with no bridging (loop-through) connection made, the connector is terminated with an impedance of 75 Ω automatically. To connect the reference video signal input to the left REF. VIDEO IN connector also to other equipment, use the right REF. VIDEO IN connector (marked ). When the right REF. VIDEO IN connector Location and Function of Parts 17 is used, the built-in 75 Ω termination switch turns off automatically. The REF. VIDEO OUT connector outputs a reference video signal, except when i.LINK is selected in the INPUT SELECT section (see page 11). e VIDEO OUT 1 and 2 (SUPER) connectors (BNC type) These connectors output analog composite video signals. When the CHARA. DISPLAY menu item (see page 59) is set to ON (factory default setting), connector 2 (SUPER) outputs a signal with superimposed text information. f S VIDEO OUT connector (4-pin) This connector outputs an S-video signal with separated Y (luminance) and C (chroma: 3.58 MHz for DSR-1800 or 4.43 MHz for DSR-1800P) components. g COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y/R−Y/B−Y connectors (BNC type) These connectors output analog component video signals (Y/R−Y/B−Y). h TIME CODE IN/OUT connectors (BNC type) Input SMPTE time code (for DSR-1800) or EBU time code (for DSR-1800P) externally generated to the IN connector. The OUT connector outputs a time code according to the operating state of the unit, as follows: During playback: the playback time code During recording: the time code generated by the internal time code generator or the time code input to the TIME CODE IN connector. When the EE OUT PHASE menu item (see page 61) is set to MUTE, no time code is output. Chapter 1 Overview B Digital signal input/output section (optional DSBK-1801/1802/1803 boards required) DV IN/OUT a DV IN/OUT connector SDTI(QSDI) IN OUT b SDTI (QSDI) IN/OUT connectors SDI IN OUT DIGITAL AUDIO(AES/EBU) IN CH-1/2 CH-3/4 OUT CH-1/2 CH-3/4 f DIGITAL AUDIO (AES/EBU) OUT connectors e DIGITAL AUDIO (AES/EBU) IN connectors d SDI OUT connectors c SDI IN and active through output connectors 18 Location and Function of Parts a DV IN/OUT connector (6-pin IEEE-1394) (optional DSBK-1803 i.LINK/DV Input/Output Board required) This i.LINK-compatible connector (subsequently referred to also as the i.DV IN/OUT connector) inputs and outputs digital video and audio signals in DV format. Note c SDI (Serial Digital Interface) IN (input) and active through output connectors (BNC type) (optional DSBK-1801 SDI/AES/EBU Input/Output Board required) Input digital video and audio signals in SDI format to the left-hand connector. The right-hand connector is for an active-through connection. d SDI (Serial Digital Interface) OUT connectors (BNC type) (optional DSBK-1801 SDI/AES/EBU Input/Output Board required) Output SDI-format digital video and audio signals. The same signals are output from both connectors. e DIGITAL AUDIO (AES/EBU) IN connectors (BNC type) (optional DSBK-1801 SDI/AES/EBU Input/Output Board required) Input digital audio signals in AES/EBU format to these connectors. The left-hand connector (CH-1/2) is for audio channels 1 and 2, and the right-hand connector (CH-3/4) is for audio channels 3 and 4. f DIGITAL AUDIO (AES/EBU) OUT connectors (BNC type) (optional DSBK-1801 SDI/AES/EBU Input/Output Board required) These connectors output digital audio signals in AES/EBU format. The left-hand connector (CH-1/2) is for audio channels 1 and 2, and the right-hand connector (CH-3/4) is for audio channels 3 and 4. When searching at speeds in the range +1/2 to +1/30 or −1/2 to −1/30 times normal speed, the audio signal output from this connector and monitored on external equipment may sound differently from the audio signal played back on this unit. b SDTI (QSDI) (Serial Data Transport Interface (QSDI)) IN/OUT connectors (BNC type) (optional DSBK-1802 SDTI (QSDI) Input/Output Board required) The IN connector inputs and the OUT connector outputs digital video and audio signals in SDTI (QSDI) format. Note Chapter 1 Overview When searching at speeds in the range +1/2 to +1/30 or −1/2 to −1/30 times normal speed, the audio signal output from this connector and monitored on external equipment may sound differently from the audio signal played back on this unit. C Analog audio signal input/output section a AUDIO IN LEVEL/600 Ω switches c AUDIO OUT CH-1 to CH-4 connectors AUDIO IN LOW OFF LEVEL HIGH LOW ON OFF 600Ω LEVEL HIGH LOW ON OFF 600Ω LEVEL HIGH LOW ON OFF 600Ω LEVEL HIGH ON 600Ω AUDIO OUT MONITOR OUT AUDIO CH-1 CH-2 CH-3 CH-4 CH-1 CH-2 CH-3 CH-4 b AUDIO IN CH-1 to CH-4 connectors d AUDIO MONITOR OUT connector a AUDIO IN LEVEL/600 Ω switches Set these switches for each channel as shown in the following table, according to the audio input levels to the AUDIO IN CH-1 to CH-4 connectors and the required impedance. Location and Function of Parts 19 Settings of the AUDIO IN LEVEL/600 Ω switches Audio input Level −60 dBu (microphone input) +4/0/−3 a)/−6 dBu (line audio input) Chapter 1 Overview D External device connectors VIDEO CONTROL Switch setting Impedance High impedance (about 20 kΩ) High impedance (about 20 kΩ) 600 Ω LOW-OFF (left position) HIGH-OFF (middle position) HIGH-ON (right position) REMOTE a VIDEO CONTROL connector +4/0/−3 a)/−6 dBm (line audio input) a) Selectable on DSR-1800P only b AUDIO IN CH-1 (channel 1) to CH-4 connectors (XLR 3-pin, female) Use these connectors to connect separate channels of analog audio input from a player VCR or other external audio equipment. You can switch the audio input level setting with the LEVEL SELECT menu item (see page 64). c AUDIO OUT CH-1 (channel 1) to CH-4 connectors (XLR 3-pin, male) These connectors output channel-1 to channel-4 analog audio signals, respectively. It is possible to use the AUDIO OUT CH-3 and AUDIO OUT CH-4 connectors for audio monitor output for channels 1 and 2, respectively (use the OUTPUT CH3/4 menu item (see page 65)). d AUDIO MONITOR OUT connector (RCA phono jack) This connector outputs audio signals for monitoring. The audio signals to be output from this connector can be selected with the MONITOR SELECT switches on the menu control panel. b REMOTE connector a VIDEO CONTROL connector (D-sub 15-pin) For remote control of the internal digital video processor, connect an optional remote control unit such as the UVR60/60P or BVR-50/50P to this connector. b REMOTE connector (D-sub 9-pin) When controlling this unit from an editing control unit such as the ES-3, ES-7, PVE-500, BVE-600/800/910/ 2000, or RM-450/450CE, connect the unit to the editing control unit via this connector using the optional 9-pin remote control cable. 20 Location and Function of Parts Recording and Playback Chapter 2 Size Standard size Mini size Usable Cassettes This unit can use the DVCAM cassettes listed below. Model name PDV-64ME/94ME/124ME/184ME PDVM-12ME/22ME/32ME/40ME The numbers in each model name indicate the maximum recording/playback time (in minutes) for each model. For example, the PDV-184ME has a maximum recording/playback time of 184 minutes. Cassettes usable for playback only All consumer DV cassettes and large- and medium-size DVCPRO (25M) cassettes are usable for playback only. Notes • If you insert an incorrect type of cassette, it will be automatically ejected. • When operating this unit as a player, you can also use DV cassettes on the unit. However, it is the best choice to always use DVCAM cassettes because they are more reliable than DV cassettes whatever your purpose may be: playback, editing, or long-period storage of recordings. • Cassettes that have been recorded by a DV-format recorder can be played back on this unit but cannot be used for recording at editing operation. When you insert such a cassette into this unit, the NOT EDITABLE indicator lights up in the display section on the front panel of this unit. Usable Cassettes 21 DVCAM cassettes The following figure illustrates the DVCAM cassettes. REC/SAVE switch For details of this switch, see “Preventing accidental erasure” on page 23 Mini size Chapter 2 Recording and Playback Standard size Cassette memory This memory is used to store ClipLink log data. For details of ClipLink log data, see the appendix “ClipLink Guide”(page 104). Notes on using cassettes • Before storing the cassette for a long period of time, rewind the tape to the beginning and be sure to put the cassette in its storage case, preferably on end instead of flat on its side. Storing a cassette in any other condition (not rewound, out of its case, etc.) may cause the video and audio contents to become damaged over time. • If the cassette memory connector (contact point) becomes dirty, connection problems may occur, causing a loss of functions. Remove away any dust or dirt from this area before using the cassette. • If the cassette is dropped on the floor or otherwise receives a hard impact, the tape may become slackened and may not record and/or play back correctly. For information about how to check the tape for slack, see the next section. Checking the tape for slack Using a paper clip or a similar object, turn the reel gently in the direction shown by the arrow. If the reel does not move, there is no slack. Insert the cassette into the cassette compartment, and after about 10 seconds take it out. Paper clip, etc. Reel 22 Usable Cassettes Preventing accidental erasure Set the REC/SAVE switch on the cassette to SAVE to prevent accidental erasure of recorded contents. REC/SAVE switch Set to SAVE REC SAVE To enable re-recording Set the REC/SAVE switch to REC. When this switch is set to SAVE, the unit cannot record on the tape. Chapter 2 Recording and Playback Inserting and Ejecting Cassettes Inserting a cassette This unit accepts three sizes of cassette: L (standard size), M (medium size: DVCPRO) and S (mini size). When inserting a cassette in the unit, make sure its tape window faces upward as shown in the following figure. Outer guides Mini size (Insert the cassette into the middle of the cassette compartment.) Standard size Tape window facing upward Inner guides Medium size (Align the cassette with the outer guides, then slide it in over the inner guides.) Tape window facing upward Usable Cassettes 23 No double insertion of cassettes When you insert a cassette, the orange lock-out plate appears in the cassette compartment to prevent double insertion. Ejecting a cassette Press the EJECT button. dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 INPUT VIDEO CH11/2 V:SDTI SDTI i.LINK SDI SDI SDI SG SG SG COMPOSITE Y-R,B S VIDEO ANALOG AES/EBU ANALOG AES/EBU AUDIO CH23/4 PB FS 1 2 3 4 48k44.1k32k REC MODE 2CH4CH Chapter 2 Recording and Playback EJECT button 24 Usable Cassettes Recording This section describes the necessary settings and operations to perform recording on this unit. The same settings and operations apply whether you are using the unit as part of an editing system, for dubbing*, or as a stand-alone recorder. * For dubbing of SDTI (QSDI) format signals, use the AUTO FUNCTION menu item SDTI (QSDI) DUBBING (see page 69). For details, see “Digitally Dubbing Signals in DVCAM Format” on page 50. For the necessary connections for recording and the settings not covered in this section, see Chapter 5 “Connections and Settings.” Chapter 2 Recording and Playback Settings for Recording Player (DSR-1600/1600P, etc.) dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 1 2 3 4 PB FS 48k44.1k32k 1 Video monitor Audio level meters Input selection/audio mode display section 2 REMOTE button 3 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 INPUT VIDEO CH11/2 V:SDTI SDTI i.LINK SDI SDI SDI SG SG SG COMPOSITE Y-R,B S VIDEO ANALOG AES/EBU ANALOG AES/EBU AUDIO CH23/4 PB FS 1 2 3 4 48k44.1k32k REC MODE 2CH4CH 7 Recorder (DSR-1800/1800P) A B MARK 5 Note 6 4 When controlling this unit from an editing control unit connected to the REMOTE connector, see “Remote control setting section” (page 15). Recording 25 1 2 3 4 Power on the video monitor, then set its input switches according to the signals input from this unit. Set up the player to play back a tape. For details, refer to the operating instructions for the player. Power on this unit by pressing on the side of the POWER switch. When the REMOTE button is not lit (the external editing control unit is not used), use the COUNTER SEL button to select the type of time data to be used. Each press of this button cycles through three options: COUNTER (CNT value), TC (time code), and U-BIT (user bit data). The time data type indicator for each option lights as it is selected. Chapter 2 Recording and Playback Selected time data Count value of the time counter Time code User bit data Time data type indicator COUNTER TC U-BIT When the REMOTE button is lit, selection of the time data type is carried out at the editing control unit. 5 Select the formats of video and audio input signal to be recorded. Use the buttons in the INPUT SELECT section to select the desired signal formats. Each selection is shown by a lit indicator in the input selection/ audio mode display section. Video input signal (input connector) Composite signal (VIDEO IN) Separated Y/C signal (S VIDEO IN) Component signal (COMPONENT VIDEO IN) SDI signal (SDI IN) SDTI (QSDI) signal (SDTI (QSDI) IN) Corresponding button in the INPUT SELECT section VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO IN Lit indicator in the input selection/audio mode display section COMPOSITE in VIDEO group S VIDEO in VIDEO group Y−R, B in VIDEO group VIDEO IN SDTI/i.LINK SDI a) in VIDEO group SDTI a): both SDTI video and audio input signals are recorded. V:SDTI a): only SDTI video input signal is recorded. i.LINK a) i.LINK-compatible digital SDTI/i.LINK video signal in DV format (i.DV IN/OUT) Internal test video signal VIDEO IN SG in VIDEO group a) The indicator does not light even if you press the corresponding button in the INPUT SELECT section unless the required optional digital input/output board (DSBK-1801/1802/1803) is installed. 26 Recording Audio input signal (input connector) Analog signal (AUDIO IN CH-1 to CH4) AES/EBU signal (DIGITAL AUDIO (AES/ EBU) IN) SDI signal (SDI IN) SDTI (QSDI) signal (SDTI (QSDI) IN) Corresponding button in the INPUT SELECT section CH-1,1/2 and CH-2,3/4 Lit indicator in the input selection/audio mode display section ANALOG in AUDIO group AES/EBU a) in AUDIO group SDI a) in AUDIO group SDTI a) i.LINK a) CH-1,1/2 and CH-2,3/4 CH-1,1/2 and CH-2,3/4 SDTI/i.LINK i.LINK-compatible digital SDTI/i.LINK audio signal in DV format (i.DV IN/OUT) Internal test audio signal CH-1,1/2 and CH-2,3/4 SG in AUDIO group Chapter 2 Recording and Playback a) The indicator does not light even if you press the corresponding button in the INPUT SELECT section unless the required optional digital input/output board (DSBK-1801/1802/1803) is installed. Caution Once you have started recording, you cannot change the input signal selection. 6 Select the audio mode. Select either two-channel mode (2CHANNEL) or four-channel mode (4CHANNEL) with the REC MODE menu item (see page 63). The corresponding indicator lights in the REC MODE display. Audio mode 2-channel mode 4-channel mode Cautions Lit indicator in the REC MODE display 2CH 4CH • In the DVCAM format, there are two audio recording modes, with either two channels at 48 kHz or four channels at 32 kHz. It is not possible to select other modes (for example with four channels at 48 kHz). • During audio editing, if a signal used in assemble or insert editing is in a different mode from the base tape, the signals will be discontinuous at the edit points, and correct editing will not be obtained. For this reason, audio editing between different modes is inhibited on this unit. For smooth editing operations, check the audio recording mode of the base tape beforehand. • Once you have started recording, you cannot change the audio mode selection. • If on a tape there is a point where the audio mode is switched, it is not possible to carry out insert editing over a section including that point. 7 Use the AUDIO INPUT LEVEL control knobs to adjust audio input levels. Watching the audio level meter, adjust the level so that the meter does not indicate higher values than 0 dB when the audio signal is at its maximum. When the level exceeds 0 dB, the OVER indicator lights. The factory-preset audio recording level is −20 dB (DSR-1800) or −18 dB (DSR-1800P). This setting can be changed using the LEVEL SELECT menu item (see page 64). Recording 27 Recording Procedure This section describes the procedure to perform recording on this unit, showing an example session in which playback signals coming from a player VCR will be recorded on the tape loaded in the unit. 1 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 INPUT VIDEO CH11/2 V:SDTI SDTI i.LINK SDI SDI SDI SG SG SG COMPOSITE Y-R,B S VIDEO ANALOG AES/EBU ANALOG AES/EBU AUDIO CH23/4 PB FS 1 2 3 4 48k44.1k32k REC MODE 2CH4CH REMOTE button Chapter 2 Recording and Playback Recorder (DSR-1800/1800P) 2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 1 2 3 4 PB FS 48k44.1k32k Player (DSR-1600/1600P, etc.) 3 Notes • When controlling this unit from an editing control unit connected to the REMOTE connector of this unit, press the REMOTE button to turn it on. When not, turn off the button. • If you intend to use a tape recorded on this unit in a system comprising a DSR85/85P and an ES-7 EditStation, it is recommended to record color bars on at least the first 40 seconds of the tape. When transferring digital signals from the DSR-85/85P to the ES-7 EditStation at four times normal speed, there must be recording for approximately 40 seconds before the IN point. 28 Recording 1 After checking the following items, hold the cassette with the tape window facing upward, then insert it into the recorder (this unit) as illustrated on page 23. . Item to check See section Make sure that the REC/SAVE switch “Preventing accidental erasure” on of the cassette is set to REC. page 23 Check for tape slack. “Checking the tape for slack” on page 22 Make sure that the “HUMID!” alarm is “Condensation” on page 91 not shown in the time counter display. The cassette is automatically drawn into the unit and the tape is wound round the head drum. The tape is stationary while the head drum rotates, and the STOP button lights. Chapter 2 Recording and Playback If the REC INHIBIT indicator lights: It indicates that the REC/SAVE switch of the loaded cassette has been set to SAVE. Press the EJECT button in the tape transport control section to remove the cassette, then set the REC/SAVE switch to REC and reload the cassette. Note When ejecting and loading cassettes, make sure that the unit has been powered on. 2 3 Hold down the REC button and press the PLAY button. This puts the unit into recording mode, and the tape starts moving. Press the PLAY button on the player. The player starts the playback operation, at which point this unit starts recording the input playback signals. Cautions • Once you have started recording, you cannot change the audio mode selection. • If on a tape there is a point where the audio mode is switched, it is not possible to carry out insert editing over a section including that point. Recording 29 If the following indicators light when a cassette is loaded Indicator ClipLink indicator It means: There is ClipLink log data stored in the cassette memory on the loaded cassette. Caution With such a cassette, carrying out recording destroys the ClipLink log data. NOT EDITABLE indicator The recording format of the tape is “DV,” or a DVCPRO tape is inserted. Replace the tape with one that has been recorded in DVCAM format. The audio recording mode selected on this unit does not coincides with that of the tape. • When your current purpose is recording, you can use the tape as it is. • When your current purpose is editing, set the unit for the same audio recording mode as with the tape. For more details, see “Troubleshooting” on page 94. Cassette memory indicator The loaded cassette contains a cassette memory. Chapter 2 Recording and Playback To perform the following operations Operation Stop recording. Do this: Press the STOP button. The unit enters stop mode, and will automatically switch to standby off mode after the time period set with the STOP TIMER menu item (see page 62). Press the EJECT button. After a few seconds, the tape is unwound from the head drum and the cassette is automatically ejected. If a CNT value is shown on the time counter display (assuming the time data type indicator “COUNTER” is lit), the CNT value is reset. Remove the cassette. Inhibit the unit from Set the CHARA. DISPLAY menu item (see page 59) outputting text information to OFF. (time data, operation mode indications, etc.) to the video monitor. Change the time period before the unit switches from stop mode to standby off mode. Change the setting of the STOP TIMER menu item (see page 62). 30 Recording Playback This section describes the settings and operations necessary to perform playback on this unit. The same settings and operations apply whether you are using the unit as part of an editing system, for dubbing, or as a stand-alone player VCR. For the necessary connections for playback and the settings not covered in this section, see Chapter 5 “Connections and Settings.” Settings for Playback Video monitor Chapter 2 Recording and Playback 2 Player (DSR-1800/1800P) 1 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 INPUT VIDEO CH11/2 V:SDTI SDTI i.LINK SDI SDI SDI SG SG SG COMPOSITE Y-R,B S VIDEO ANALOG AES/EBU ANALOG AES/EBU AUDIO CH23/4 PB FS 1 2 3 4 48k44.1k32k REC MODE 2CH4CH 1 2 Power on this unit by pressing on the side of the POWER switch. Power on the video monitor and set its switches as shown below. Switch 75 Ω termination switch Input switch Setting ON (or attach a 75 Ω terminator.) Set according to the type of input signal from this unit. Playback 31 Playback Procedure 1 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 INPUT VIDEO CH11/2 V:SDTI SDTI i.LINK SDI SDI SDI SG SG SG COMPOSITE Y-R,B S VIDEO ANALOG AES/EBU ANALOG AES/EBU AUDIO CH23/4 PB FS 1 2 3 4 48k44.1k32k REC MODE 2CH4CH REMOTE button 2 Chapter 2 Recording and Playback Note When controlling this unit from an editing control unit connected to the REMOTE connector of this unit, press the REMOTE button turning it on. When not, turn off the button. 1 Insert a cassette. For details of cassette insertion see page 23, and for usable cassette types see page 21. The cassette is automatically drawn into the unit. The STOP button will light, and a few seconds later a still image will appear on the monitor screen. 2 Press the PLAY button. This starts the playback operation. When the tape is played back all the way to the end, the unit automatically rewinds it and then stops. 32 Playback If the following indicators light when a cassette is loaded Indicator ClipLink indicator NOT EDITABLE indicator It means: There is ClipLink log data stored in the cassette memory on the loaded cassette. The tape was recorded in the DV format, or a DVCPRO tape is inserted. You cannot use it as a recording tape for editing. Cassette memory indicator The loaded cassette contains a cassette memory. To perform the following operations Operation Stop playback. Do this: Press the STOP button. The unit enters stop mode, and will automatically switch to standby off mode after the time set with the STOP TIMER menu item (see page 62). Use the audio level control on the monitor. Press the SEARCH button or search dial to light the SHUTTLE indicator in the display section, then rotate the search dial. Playback is carried out at the speed determined by the angular position of the search dial. The maximum speed for shuttle playback can be changed using the SHUTTLE menu item (see page 57). Chapter 2 Recording and Playback Adjust the audio playback level. Play back in shuttle mode while monitoring the video. Play back in jog mode while Press the SEARCH button or search dial to light the monitoring the video. JOG indicator in the display section, then rotate the search dial. Playback is carried out at the speed according to the speed of the search dial rotation. The playback speed range is ±1 times normal speed by factory default. The search dial has no detents. Inhibit the unit from Set the CHARA. DISPLAY menu item (see page 59) outputting text information to OFF. (time data, operation mode indications, etc.) to the video monitor. Remove the cassette. Press the EJECT button. If a CNT value is shown on the time counter display, the CNT value is reset. Set the AUTO REW menu item (see page 58) to DISABLE. Change the setting of the STOP TIMER menu item (see page 62). Disable the automatic rewind function. Change the time period before the unit switches from stop mode to standby off mode. Playback 33 Repeat Playback—Automatic Cyclical Playback Proceed as follows to perform automatic cyclical playback of recording (repeat playback) between selected start and end points. 1 Set the desired repeat start and end points with the REPEAT FUNCTION menu item (see page 56). You can set points A and B as start and end points by following the procedure described in the next section. Set the REPEAT MODE menu item (see page 56) to ON. The REPEAT indicator lights. 2 3 4 Chapter 2 Recording and Playback Press the SET (YES) button to save the new setting and close the menu. Press the PLAY button. The unit repeats playback between the repeat start and end points set in step 1. Setting Points A and B for Repeat Playback You can set the repeat playback start point (point A) and end point (point B) by using the current tape position or inputting time code values. To perform repeat playback after setting points A and B, press the PLAY button when the REMOTE button is off. When the DSRM-10 Remote Control Unit is connected to the CONTROL S connector on the front panel, you can also start repeat playback by pressing its PLAY button with the REMOTE button of this unit off. Setting the current tape position as point A or B Proceed as follows to set the current tape position as point A or B for repeat playback. Buttons used for setting the current tape position as point A A B MARK Buttons used for setting the current tape position as point B In the following explanation of how to set points A and B for repeat playback, these three buttons are referred to as the KA button, Bk button, and SET (YES) MARK button, respectively. 34 Playback While holding down the SET (YES) MARK button on the menu control panel, press the KA or Bk button. The time code value of the current tape position is set as point A or B, and a message “A set” or “B set” is displayed for 0.5 second in the time counter display. Once set, the point A or B time code value is held in the non-volatile memory of the unit until changed. It is not lost when the unit is powered off. Note When setting point A or B, you can only use a time code value. Even when COUNTER is selected with the COUNTER SEL button, you cannot use a CNT value to set point A or B. To check the point A or B time code value Press the KA or Bk button on the menu control panel. While the button is held down, the point A or B time code value is displayed on the monitor and in the time counter display. If you hold down the KA and Bk buttons simultaneously, the value shown is the point B time code value minus the point A time code value. If the point A time code value is greater than the point B time code value, a minus sign (−) is shown before the value. Chapter 2 Recording and Playback Inputting time code values for points A and B Using the following procedure, you can modify the time code value for point A or B. 1,15 8,11 12 2,3,4,6,10,11 A B MARK 5,7,9,12 13 1 Press the MENU button. The following menu display appears. SYSTEM MENU SETUP MENU AUTO FUNCTION HOURS METER Setup menu Time counter display Monitor screen Playback 35 2 With “SETUP MENU” selected, press the Bk button. The display changes as follows. SETUP MENU OPERATIONAL FUNCTION DISPLAY CONTROL TIME CODE SETUP BANK OPERATION MENU GRADE :BASIC Operational Time counter display Monitor screen Chapter 2 Recording and Playback 3 With “OPERATIONAL FUNCTION” selected, press the Bk button. The display changes as follows. SETUP MENU OPERATIONAL FUNCTION REPEAT FUNCTION AUTO EE SELECT LOCAL ENABLE :STP&EJ >REP FUNC Time counter display Monitor screen 4 With “REPEAT FUNCTION” selected, press the Bk button. The contents of the REPEAT FUNCTION menu item are displayed. SETUP MENU OPERATIONAL FUNCTION REPEAT FUNCTION :OFF REPEAT MODE :T.TOP REPEAT TOP :V.END REPEAT END A PRESET B PRESET >> REPEAT MD Time counter display Monitor screen 36 Playback 5 Press the j button to select “REPEAT TOP.” SETUP MENU OPERATIONAL FUNCTION REPEAT FUNCTION REPEAT MODE :OFF REPEAT TOP :T.TOP REPEAT END :V.END A PRESET B PRESET >> REP TOP Time counter display Monitor screen 6 Press the Bk button. Chapter 2 Recording and Playback The display changes as follows. SETUP MENU OPERATIONAL FUNCTION REPEAT FUNCTION :T.TOP REPEAT TOP * TAPE TOP :V.END A POINT >>> Tape top Time counter display Monitor screen 7 Press the j button to select “A POINT.” SETUP MENU OPERATIONAL FUNCTION REPEAT FUNCTION REPEAT TOP :T.TOP * TAPE TOP :V.END A POINT >>> A point Time counter display Monitor screen Playback 37 8 Press the KA button. The display changes as follows. SETUP MENU OPERATIONAL FUNCTION REPEAT FUNCTION :OFF REPEAT MODE .A REPEAT TOP :V.END REPEAT END A PRESET B PRESET >> REP TOP Time counter display Monitor screen Chapter 2 Recording and Playback 9 Press the j button to select “A PRESET.” SETUP MENU OPERATIONAL FUNCTION REPEAT FUNCTION :OFF REPEAT MODE .A REPEAT TOP :V.END REPEAT END A PRESET B PRESET >> A preset Time counter display Monitor screen 10Press the Bk button. The A PRESET MODE screen appears. The time code value of the current point A is displayed below the screen title. A PRESET MODE A @00:00:00:00 : ( )( )KEY : ( )( )KEY : RESET KEY : SET KEY : MENU KEY INC/DEC SHIFT CLEAR DATA SAVE TO MENU Monitor screen 11Use the KA or Bk button to select the digit in the time code value display that you want to change. Each press of the button causes the digit to the left or right to begin flashing. Holding the button down moves the flashing digit continuously. If you want to clear the time code value, press the RESET (NO) button. The value is cleared to 00:00:00:00, and the leftmost digit begins flashing. 38 Playback 12Press the J or j button to increment or decrement the value of the flashing digit. Each press of the button increments or decrements the value. Holding the button down increments or decrements the value continuously. To change other digits, return to step 11. 13Press the SET (YES) MARK button to confirm the defined value. The message “NOW SAVING...” is displayed on the monitor screen and “Saving...” is shown in the time counter display while the new setting is being saved in memory. Caution The new setting may be lost if you power off the unit during the saving operation. Wait until the saving operation is completed before powering the unit off. Chapter 2 Recording and Playback If you want to discard the changed value Press the MENU button instead of pressing the SET (YES) MARK button to return to the menu display, then press the MENU button again to end the menu operation without saving the changed value into memory. After the saving operation is completed, the monitor screen and time counter display return to the REPEAT FUNCTION setting display as shown in step 9. 14To set point B, refer to steps 5 to 13. (Select “REPEAT END” in step 5, “B POINT” in step 7, and “B PRESET” in step 9.) 15Press the MENU button to close the menu. Cuing Up to Any Desired Position Set as Point A or B You can set any desired tape position as point A or B and cue up to the set point when required. To cue up to point A or B, holding down the KA or Bk button on the menu control panel, press the REW button in the tape transport control section. For the methods of setting points A and B, see the previous section. Playback 39 Chapter 2 Recording and Playback 40 Playback Convenient Functions for Editing Operation Chapter 3 Setting the Time Data This unit is provided with the following functions related to time data. • Display and reset CNT value • Set, display, record, and play back SMPTE/EBU time code and user bit data • Set, display, record, and play back VITC The unit can output the time code read from the tape as an analog (LTC) signal while in normal-speed playback mode, and receive an external analog time code (LTC) signal. Note Use the DISPLAY CONTROL menu items (see page 59) to select the information displayed and the character type and position of the indications. When you set the SUB STATUS menu item (see page 59) to other than OFF, you can also display supplementary status information on the monitor screen such as editing mode settings and the operating mode of the internal time code generator. For details of supplementary status information, see “Displaying Supplementary Status Information” on page 74. The unit outputs no signal from the TIME CODE OUT connector unless it is in normal-speed playback mode. The following explains how to use these functions. Displaying Time Data and Operation Mode Indications Time data and operation mode indications can be displayed on the monitor screen. Time data can also be displayed in the time counter display on this unit. To view time data and operation mode indications on the monitor screen Set the CHARA. DISPLAY menu item (see page 59) to ON (factory default setting). The time data and the indication of the current operation mode are superimposed on the video signal that is being output from the VIDEO OUT 2 (SUPER) connector, and can be viewed on the monitor screen. Setting the Time Data 41 Monitor screen contents The contents of the monitor screen are shown below. C Drop frame indication for time code generator (for DSR-1800 only) . : Drop frame mode (factory default setting) Non-drop frame mode A Time data type Time data B Drop frame indication for time code reader a) C Drop frame indication for time code generator a) D VITC field indication D VITC field indication (blank) * Display fields 1 and 3. Display fields 2 and 4. E DSR-1800/1800P operation mode Display CASSETTE OUT THREADING UNTHREADING STANDBY OFF T. RELEASE STOP F. FWD REW PREROLL PLAY PLAY LOCK PLAY-PAUSE REC REC LOCK REC-PAUSE EDIT EDIT LOCK JOG STILL JOG FWD JOG REV SHUTTLE (Speed) AUTO EDIT PREVIEW REVIEW Operation mode Cassette is not loaded. Tape loading Tape unloading Standby off mode Tape tension released Stop mode Fast forward mode Rewind mode Preroll mode Playback mode (servo unlocked) Playback mode (servo locked) Temporary stop of playback Record mode (servo unlocked) Record mode (servo locked) Temporary stop of recording Edit mode (servo unlocked) Edit mode (servo locked) Still picture in jog mode Jog mode in forward direction Jog mode in reverse direction Shuttle mode Automatic editing mode Preview mode Review mode T C R 0 0 : 0 4 . 4 7 . 0 7 * P L A Y L O C K E DSR-1800/1800P operation mode a) This character (.) can appear on the DSR-1800 only. The character to appear in these two columns is always a colon ( : ) on the DSR-1800P. Chapter 3 Convenient Functions for Editing Operation A Time data type The following time data type indications are displayed. Indication CNT TCR UBR TCR. UBR. TCG UBG T*R b) Description Count value of the time counter Time code data from time code reader (factory default setting) User bit data from time code reader Time code data from VITC reader a) User bit data from VITC reader a) Time code data from time code generator User bit data from time code generator Time code data from time code reader. The asterisk indicates an interpolation by the time code reader to make up for the time code data not correctly read from the tape. User bit data from the time code reader. The asterisk indicates that last data is retained by the time code reader, as the new data has not been read correctly from the tape. U*R b) a) You can switch between TC and VITC using the TC SELECT menu item (see page 61). b) “*” is displayed when data cannot be read in correctly. B Drop frame indication for time code reader (on DSR-1800 only) . : Drop frame mode (factory default setting) Non-drop frame mode 42 Setting the Time Data To display the desired time data in the time counter display To reset the CNT value Press the RESET (NO) button on the menu control panel. This resets the CNT value to 0:00:00:00. Note Time data type indicators During playback, if the recording on the tape includes discontinuities, the counter may operate incorrectly at the corresponding points. Time counter display dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 INPUT VIDEO CH11/2 V:SDTI SDTI i.LINK SDI SDI SDI SG SG SG COMPOSITE Y-R,B S VIDEO ANALOG AES/EBU ANALOG AES/EBU Using the Internal Time Code Generator You can set the initial time code value before recording the time code generated by the internal time code generator onto a tape. In addition, you can use the user bits to record such data as the date, time, scene number, reel number, or other useful information. COUNTER SEL button AUDIO CH23/4 PB FS 1 2 3 4 48k44.1k32k REC MODE 2CH4CH When an external time code generator is connected to the TIME CODE IN connector, the internal time code generator can be locked to (synchronized with) an external time code. Chapter 3 Convenient Functions for Editing Operation A B MARK To set the initial time code value and user bit data Open the door on the lower part of the front panel, and press the COUNTER SEL button. Each press of this button cycles through three options: CNT value, time code, and user bit data. The time data type indicator for each option lights as it is selected. Time data type indicator COUNTER TC Time data shown in the time counter display CNT (count value of the time counter) Time code (when recording, the time code is generated by the internal time code generator; when playing back, the time code is read from the tape.) User bit data (when recording, the user bit data is according to the most recent settings; when playing back, the user bit data is read from the tape.) A B MARK 1 2 1 3 4,5,6 7 U-BIT Note When the REMOTE button on the front panel is lit, the COUNTER SEL button does not operate while the tape is moving. In such cases, use the external equipment connected to the REMOTE connector on the rear panel to select the time data. Press the COUNTER SEL button to light the time data type indicator “TC” or “U-BIT.” TC: To set the initial time code value. U-BIT: To set user bit data The current time code value or user bit data is shown in the time counter display. Setting the Time Data 43 2 Set the TIME CODE menu items (see page 60) as shown below. Menu item TC MODE RUN MODE Setting “INT PRESET” “FREE RUN” or “REC RUN” 7 Press the SET (YES) button. The message “NOW SAVING...” appears on the monitor screen, “Saving...” appears in the time counter display, and the new settings are stored in memory. After this saving operation is completed, the monitor screen and the time counter display return to their usual status. Note DF MODE Normally “ON (DF)” (for DSR-1800 only) 3 Press the TC PRESET button on the menu control panel. The current setting is shown on the monitor screen and in the time counter display on the front panel. The leftmost digit keeps flashing. One of the following menu screens is displayed on the monitor depending on the setting made in step 1. TC PRESET MODE TCG 00:00:00:00 UB PRESET MODE UBG 00:00:00:00 The set data may be lost if you power off the unit while the above saving operation is in progress. Wait until the saving operation is completed before powering off. Advancement of internal time code generator The internal time code generator can advance in either of two modes, which can be set with the RUN MODE menu item (see page 60). FREE RUN: Advancement starts when the data saving operation is completed. REC RUN: Advancement starts when recording starts and stops when recording stops. Chapter 3 Convenient Functions for Editing Operation INC/DEC : ( )( )KEY SHIFT : ( )( )KEY CLEAR : RESET KEY DATA SAVE : SET KEY ABORT : TC PRESET KEY Initial time code value setting screen INC/DEC : ( )( )KEY SHIFT : ( )( )KEY CLEAR : RESET KEY DATA SAVE : SET KEY ABORT : TC PRESET KEY User bit setting screen To set the current time as the initial time code value In step 2 above, set the RUN MODE menu item to FREE RUN, then set the current time (format: HH:MM:SS:FF = hours: minutes:seconds:frame number) in step 3 and subsequent steps. Note If you press the TC PRESET button while CNT value is being displayed, the message “COUNTER MODE IS SELECTED.” will appear on the monitor screen and “CNT mode!” will appear in the time counter display on the front panel. If this happens, press the COUNTER SEL button to light the time data type indicator “TC” or “U-BIT.” 4 5 Use the K and k buttons to move the flashing digit to the value to be changed. Use the J and j buttons to change the value of the flashing digit. Enter hexadecimal values (0 to 9, A to F) when setting user bit data. 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you have set the desired values for all digits. To set a value of 00:00:00:00, simply press the RESET (NO) button. 44 Setting the Time Data Synchronizing Internal and External Time Codes The internal time code generator can be synchronized with an external time code (LTC) input to this unit. Rerecording the Time Code—TC Insert Function The TC insert function makes it possible to use the internal time code generator to rewrite time code or user bits when the time code recorded on a tape is discontinuous. You can start recording time code from an initial value which can be set freely (see page 43). Notes To synchronize the internal time code to external time code Input an external time code (LTC) signal to the TIME CODE IN connector, then set the TC MODE menu item (see page 60) to EXT REGEN. The internal time code generator locks onto the external time code and starts advancing. Once the internal time code generator has been synchronized in this way, you can disconnect the external time code input and this unit will maintain the synchronized time code. Note • Use a tape which is recorded in the DVCAM format. (You cannot use the TC insert function with a tape recorded in DV format.) • The time code recording starts from the current tape position. Cue the tape up beforehand to the required start position. • If you use a tape on which ClipLink log data is recorded, the ClipLink log data will be lost. When the selected input mode is “SDTI” or “i.LINK” (the SDTI or i.LINK indicator is lit in the INPUT display), setting the TC MODE menu item (see page 60) to EXT REGEN causes the internal time code generator to automatically synchronize with the external time code input to the unit via the SDTI or i.LINK interface. Once an external time code signal has been input, the internal time code advancement mode and frame count mode are automatically set as follows: Advancement mode: FREE RUN Frame count mode: Same as external time code (drop frame or non-drop frame) Chapter 3 Convenient Functions for Editing Operation A B MARK 1 1 2,4 3,5 7,8 To confirm external synchronization Press the STOP button to put the unit into stop mode, then press the REC button. Look at the time counter display and check that the time code value displayed there matches the external time code value. Open the door on the lower part of the front panel, then press the MENU button. SYSTEM MENU SETUP MENU AUTO FUNCTION HOURS METER Setup menu Time counter display Monitor screen Setting the Time Data 45 2 Press the J or j button to select “AUTO FUNCTION.” 5 Press the k button. The following message appears. TC INSERT SYSTEM MENU SETUP MENU AUTO FUNCTION HOURS METER Auto func Time counter display Set tape! Time counter display INSERT THE TAPE IN THIS VTR. Monitor screen ABORT:MENU KEY Monitor screen 3 Press the k button. This displays the items in the level 1 of the auto mode execution menu. 6 Insert the cassette. A message to confirm the TC insert operation appears. TC INSERT AUTO FUNCTION MENU SDTI DUBBING i.LINK DUBBING TC INSERT SDTI DUB Time counter display TC insert? Time counter display Chapter 3 Convenient Functions for Editing Operation START TC INSERT? START:YES KEY ABORT:MENU KEY Monitor screen Monitor screen 4 Press the j button to select “TC INSERT.” To cancel the TC insert operation Press the MENU button. AUTO FUNCTION MENU SDTI DUBBING i.LINK DUBBING TC INSERT TC insert Time counter display Monitor screen 46 Setting the Time Data 7 Press the SET (YES) button. Time code recording starts from the current tape position. TC INSERT Executing Time counter display EXECUTING. TCR 00:00:00:00 UBR 00:00:00:00 ABORT:MENU KEY Monitor screen When the recording ends, the message “TC INSERT COMPLETED. PUSH THE YES BUTTON.” appears on the monitor screen and “Completed” appears in the time counter display. 8 Press the SET (YES) button to exit the menu. Setting the Time Data 47 Chapter 3 Convenient Functions for Editing Operation High-Speed and LowSpeed Search—Quickly and Accurately Determining Editing Points Use the search function to easily locate the desired scene and to quickly and accurately determine edit points. When F. FWD/REW under the AUTO EE SELECT menu item (see page 57) is set to PB (factory default setting), you can use the F FWD and REW buttons on this unit or external equipment for high-speed search. Note When controlling this unit from external equipment, be sure to turn on or off the buttons in the remote control setting section on the front panel of the unit as shown in the following table. External equipment Buttons in the remote control setting section Editing control unit connected to the REMOTE connector SIRCS-compatible remote control unit connected to the CONTROL S connector Turn on both the REMOTE and 9PIN buttons. Turn off the REMOTE button. Equipment Turn on both the REMOTE and connected to the i.DV i.LINK buttons. IN/OUT connector Search Operations via External Equipment Chapter 3 Convenient Functions for Editing Operation For description on how to carry out search operations via external equipment, see the operating instructions for the equipment. You can control the unit in the following operation modes from an editing control unit (ES-7, PVE-500, etc.) connected to the REMOTE connector on the rear panel or from a SIRCS-compatible remote control unit such as the DSRM-10 connected to the CONTROL S connector on the front panel. Shuttle: Use this mode to view color video playback at speeds ranging from 0 to 60 times normal speed in both directions. Note When controlling the unit from the DSRM-10 for shuttle-mode search, the maximum search speed is 16 times normal speed in both directions. Jog: Use this mode for low-speed search and frame-byframe search. Digital slow: Use this mode for noise-free color video playback at speeds ranging from 0 to 1/2 times normal speed in both directions. Still: Use this mode to view a still picture of any field. Jog audio: Use this mode to monitor the audio at speeds ranging from 1 to 1/30 times normal speed in both directions. 48 High-Speed and Low-Speed Search—Quickly and Accurately Determining Editing Points Search Operations on This Unit When you perform searching on this unit, be sure to turn off the REMOTE button on the front panel. dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER SHUTTLE indicator dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 INPUT VIDEO CH11/2 V:SDTI SDTI i.LINK SDI SDI SDI SG SG SG COMPOSITE Y-R,B S VIDEO ANALOG AES/EBU ANALOG AES/EBU AUDIO CH23/4 PB FS 1 2 3 4 48k44.1k32k REC MODE 2CH4CH Playing back in jog mode In jog mode, you can control the speed of playback by the speed of turning the search dial. The playback speed range is ±1 times normal speed by factory default. The speed variation range and pattern can be changed with the JOG RESPONSE menu item (see page 58). To carry out playback in jog mode, use the following procedure. JOG indicator 3 1 1,2,3 1 Press the SEARCH button or search dial so that the SHUTTLE indicator in the display section is lit. Pressing the search dial toggles between jog mode and shuttle mode. dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 dB 0 -12 -20 -30 -40 -60 OVER dB 0 1 0 -1 -2 INPUT VIDEO CH11/2 V:SDTI SDTI i.LINK SDI SDI SDI SG SG SG COMPOSITE Y-R,B S VIDEO ANALOG AES/EBU ANALOG AES/EBU AUDIO CH23/4 PB FS 1 2 3 4 48k44.1k32k REC MODE 2CH4CH 2 Turn the search dial to the desired angle corresponding to the desired playback speed. Chapter 3 Convenient Functions for Editing Operation Playback in shuttle mode starts. 1 1,2,3 1 Press the SEARCH button or search dial so that the JOG indicator in the display section is lit. Pressing the search dial toggles between jog mode and shuttle mode. 3 To stop playback in shuttle mode, return the search dial to the center position, or press the STOP button. To return to normal-speed playback Press the PLAY button. To alternate between normal-speed playback and shuttle mode playback Set the search dial to the position corresponding to the desired shuttle playback speed, then switch between normal-speed playback and shuttle playback by pressing the PLAY and SEARCH buttons alternately. For intermittent shuttle mode playback, press the STOP and SEARCH buttons alternately. 2 Turn the search dial in the desired direction at the speed corresponding to the desired playback speed. Playback in jog mode starts. 3 To stop playback in jog mode, stop turning the search dial. Playing back in shuttle mode In shuttle mode, you can control the speed of playback by the angular position of the search dial. The range of playback speed is ±32 times normal speed by factory default. This can be changed with the SHUTTLE menu item (see page 57). The search dial has detents at the positions of still image and ±10 times normal speed. To carry out playback in shuttle mode, use the following procedure. High-Speed and Low-Speed Search—Quickly and Accurately Determining Editing Points 49 Use the following procedure. Digitally Dubbing Signals in DVCAM Format A B MARK In addition to straightforward tape dubbing, you can also use this unit to dub automatically from the beginning of the tape to the end through the SDTI (QSDI) or i.LINK interface. • To use the SDTI (QSDI) interface, the optional DSBK1802 board is required. • To use the i.LINK interface, the optional DSBK-1803 board is required. When a tape recorded on a DSR-1/1P Digital Videocassette Recorder or DSR-130/130P Digital Camcorder is dubbed, the ClipLink log data held in the cassette memory is also copied. Notes 1,9 1 2,4 3,4,5 7 Press the MENU button on the menu control panel. SYSTEM MENU SETUP MENU AUTO FUNCTION HOURS METER Setup menu Time counter display • Use a tape recorded in the DVCAM format. A tape recorded in DV format cannot be used as a source tape for dubbing through the SDTI (QSDI) or i.LINK interface. • Regardless of the audio recording mode setting of this unit, dubbing is performed with the original audio recording mode unchanged (two-channel/48 kHz mode or four-channel/32 kHz mode). • Approximately the last 2 minutes of the tape may not be copied because of differences in tape lengths. (If an index picture is recorded in this portion, it may also not be copied.) • A continuous recorded section of approximately 5 seconds is required before the recording start point. It is recommended to record beforehand color bars or a similar signal at the start point of the source tape to be dubbed on this unit. Connections for dubbing via SDTI (QSDI) interface To carry out dubbing through the SDTI (QSDI) interface, connect the REMOTE and SDTI (QSDI) IN/OUT connectors on this unit to those on the DSR-85/85P/80/ 80P/60/60P/70/70P/2000/2000P/1800/1800P/1600/ 1600P. For details of the connections and switch settings, see “Connections for SDTI (QSDI) Dubbing” on page 86. Connections for dubbing via i.LINK interface To carry out dubbing through the i.LINK interface, connect the i.DV IN/OUT connectors on this unit and the player. Chapter 3 Convenient Functions for Editing Operation Monitor screen 2 Press the J or j button to select “AUTO FUNCTION.” SYSTEM MENU SETUP MENU AUTO FUNCTION HOURS METER Auto func Time counter display Monitor screen 50 Digitally Dubbing Signals in DVCAM Format 3 Press the k button. This displays the items in the level 1 of the auto mode execution menu. 6 Insert the source tape in the player, and the recording tape in this unit. A message to confirm the dubbing operation appears. SDTI DUBBING (A/V/TC/CM) START QSDI DUBBING? AUTO FUNCTION MENU SDTI DUBBING i.LINK DUBBING TC INSERT SDTI DUB Time counter display Start dub? Time counter display START:YES KEY ABORT:MENU KEY Monitor screen Monitor screen 4 Press the k button to display the menu level 2 for the item “SDTI DUBBING,” and select the data to be dubbed with the j button. Example: Selecting “A/V/TC/CM” To cancel the dubbing operation Press the MENU button. 7 Press the SET (YES) button. The tape is automatically wound back to the beginning, and dubbing starts. SDTI DUBBING (A/V/TC/CM) EXECUTING. TCR 00:00:00:00 UBR 00:00:00:00 Chapter 3 Convenient Functions for Editing Operation AUTO FUNCTION MENU SDTI DUBBING A/V A/V/TC A/V/TC/CM >A/V/TC/CM Time counter display Executing Time counter display Monitor screen ABORT:MENU KEY Monitor screen 5 Press the k button. The following message appears. SDTI DUBBING (A/V/TC/CM) INSERT RECORD TAPE IN THIS VTR AND SOURCE TAPE IN THE PLAYER VTR. To end the dubbing operation while it is in progress Press the STOP button. Set tape! Time counter display When the dubbing is completed, message “COMPLETED” appears on the monitor screen and “Completed” in the time counter display. The source tape and recording tape are both automatically rewound to the beginning, and the cassettes ejected. When the cassette is ejected, this unit returns to the state in step 5. ABORT:MENU KEY Monitor screen 8 9 To continue by dubbing another tape, repeat steps 6 and 7. When the dubbing is completed, press the MENU button to exit the menu. Digitally Dubbing Signals in DVCAM Format 51 If the following message appears in step 6 for an A/V/TC/CM dubbing operation SDTI DUBBING (A/V/TC/CM) CM MEMORY STORAGE CAPACITY OF THE RECORD TAPE IS TOO SMALL. CM capacity! Time counter display ABORT:MENU KEY Monitor screen When carrying out A/V/TC/CM dubbing, if you insert the cassettes in step 6, the cassette memory capacity of the cassettes inserted in both this unit and the player are checked automatically. If the cassette memory capacity of the source tape is larger than that of the recording tape, the above message appears. In this case, replace the recording tape by a tape with a larger cassette memory capacity. Chapter 3 Convenient Functions for Editing Operation If the following message appears in step 7 for an A/V/TC/CM dubbing operation SDTI DUBBING (A/V/TC/CM) SDTI DUBBING IS ABORTED. EXECUTE CM COPY? Copy CM? Time counter display COPY :YES KEY NOT COPY:NO KEY Monitor screen When carrying out A/V/TC/CM dubbing, if you press the STOP button to stop dubbing in step 7, or if dubbing stops because the source tape is longer than the recording tape, the above message appears to confirm whether or not to copy the contents of the cassette memory. To copy the contents of the cassette memory, press the SET (YES) button. If you do not wish to copy the contents of the cassette memory, press the RESET (NO) button. If you press the RESET (NO) button, however, the contents of the cassette memory may not agree with the material recorded on the tape. 52 Digitally Dubbing Signals in DVCAM Format Menu Settings Chapter 4 Menu Organization As shown in the following figure, the menu system consists of four levels and is functionally divided into three subsystems: the setup menu, the auto mode (AUTO FUNCTION) execution menu and the digital hours meter display menu. This chapter mainly describes the setup menu, showing its contents and how to operate it. For details of the AUTO FUNCTION menu, see “Digitally Dubbing Signals in DVCAM Format” on page 50 and “Rerecording the Time Code—TC Insert Function” on page 45. For details of the digital hours meter display, see “Regular Checks” on page 91. The items of the setup menu are divided into several functional groups on level 1, and except for the MENU GRADE item the settings themselves are made on level 2 or level 3. Also, the menu items are divided into two categories according to how frequently they are accessed: the “basic” items, to which frequent access is normally required, and the “enhanced” items, which are less frequently used. In the following figure, the items shown in boldface are basic items, and the other items are enhanced items. The menu settings are saved in non-volatile memory, which means they are not erased when you power off the unit after executing the setting operation. Menu Organization 53 Menu organization Menu selection level Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 SETUP MENU OPERATIONAL FUNCTION REPEAT FUNCTION REPEAT MODE REPEAT TOP REPEAT END A PRESET B PRESET CASSETTE OUT F.FWD/REW STOP STANDBY OFF AUTO EE SELECT LOCAL ENABLE REC INHIBIT A1 EDIT CH A2 EDIT CH SEARCH ENABLE MAX SRCH SPEED JOG RESPONSE PREROLL TIME AFTER CUE-UP PLAY START AUTO REW A MODE CHANGE DISPLAY CONTROL CHARA. DISPLAY CHARA. POSITION CHARA. TYPE CHARA. VSIZE DISPLAY INFO SUB STATUS MENU DISPLAY PEAK HOLD OVER DISP HOLD BRIGHTNESS ALARM REF ALARM TC MODE RUN MODE DF MODE a) TC SELECT VITC TCG REGEN UB BINARY GP. VITC POS SEL-1 VITC POS SEL-2 VITC OUTPUT EE OUT PHASE MUTE IN SRCH FROM STOP FROM STILL SHUTTLE F.FWD/REW TIME CODE Chapter 4 Menu Settings TAPE PROTECTION STOP TIMER STILL TIMER NEXT MODE (Continued) a) Menu item for DSR-1800 only 54 Menu Organization Menu selection level Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 (Continued) VIDEO CONTROL EE DELAY INT VIDEO SG STD/NON-STD OUT REF SEL SETUP REMOVE a) SETUP ADD a) CC(F1) BLANK a) CC(F2) BLANK a) WIDE MODE ESR MODE PROCESS CONTROL CONTROL DEV C PHASE MODE ADJ RANGE VIDEO GAIN CHROMA GAIN CHROMA PHASE SETUP LEVEL a) BLACK LEVEL b) LINE 335 INPUT BLANK b) AUDIO CONTROL REC MODE INPUT ARRANGE REC LEVEL LEVEL SELECT INT AUDIO SG OUTPUT CH3/4 OUTPUT PHASE JOG CONTROL SHUTTLE MUTE AUDIO EDIT DV PB ATT SYSTEM EE MODE RECALL BANK1 RECALL BANK2 RECALL BANK3 RECALL BANK4 SAVE BANK 1 SAVE BANK 2 SAVE BANK 3 SAVE BANK 4 REF LEVEL CH1 IN LEVEL CH2 IN LEVEL CH3 IN LEVEL CH4 IN LEVEL OUTPUT LEVEL DIGITAL PROCESS SETUP BANK OPERATION Chapter 4 Menu Settings MENU GRADE AUTO FUNCTION SDTI DUBBING i.LINK DUBBING TC INSERT HOURS METER T1:OPERATION T2:DRUM ROTATION T3:TAPE RUNNING CT:THREADING A/V A/V/TC A/V/TC/CM A/V A/V/TC A/V/TC/CM a) Menu item for DSR-1800 only b) Menu item for DSR-1800P only Menu Organization 55 Menu Contents Setup Menu The purpose and settings of the setup menu items are described below. Examples: Indication on monitor screen OPERATIONAL FUNCTION CASSETTE OUT Indication in time counter display [Operational] [>> Cass. out] [>>> EE] Indications of menu items and settings • In the table below entitled “Menu contents,” the indication of each menu item or setting on the monitor screen is shown first, then the indication of the same item or setting in the time counter display of this unit is shown in square brackets ([ ]). *EE • Settings preceded by an asterisk (such as *EE) are factory default settings. • In the time counter display, one to three “>” symbols may precede item or setting indications depending on the current menu level. Larger numbers of “>” symbols indicate lower menu levels.
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