Digital HD Videocassette Recorder
HVR-M35N/M35P HVR-M25AN/M25AP HVR-M15AN/M15AP
The Perfect Choice for Cost-effective HD Productions-the Sony HVR-M35N/M35P , HVR-M25AN/M25AP and HVR-M15AN/M15AP HDV 1080i VTRs
Sony has introduced affordable, yet high-performance HD recording systems incorporating the HDV 1080i specification for use in its products, thereby offering the HDV format to a wide range of professional videographers. Since they were introduced, HDV systems have gained rapid and wide acceptance due to their high picture quality, outstanding performance, and cost effectiveness. Today, in response to the demands for greater levels of operability, such as longer recording time and progressive format playback/record capabilities, Sony has introduced its latest HDV recorders the HVRM35N/P HVR-M25AN/P and HVR-M15AN/P ,. The HVR-M35N/P HVR-M25AN/P and HVR-M15AN/P , enable users to record and play back video in a choice of formats HDV 1080i, DVCAM, and DV. They also feature the HDV native progressive format capability, which provides stunning 1080p image at 24, 25 or 30 frames per second.* One of the most powerful features of these VTRs is their compatibility with standard cassettes in addition to mini cassettes, which provides extended recording time of up to 276 minutes. These models are optimized for use with nonlinear editing systems thanks to their highly compact size and ease of operation. However, the HVR-M35N/P and HVR-M25AN/P provide additional powerful features such as a built-in 2.7-inch*1 type, 16:9 LCD monitor and an HD-SDI or HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) output for more demanding production environments. The HVR-M35N/P HVR-M25AN/P and HVR-M15AN/P are , highly powerful, yet cost-effective tools for nonlinear editing systems that will serve both todays production needs, as well as those of tomorrow.
*In this brochure,"24p"means"23.98p"video signal and"30p"means"29.97p"video signal.
V i ewa b l e a r e a m e a s u r e d d i a g o n a l l y.

HVR-M35N/M35P

HVR-M25AN/M25AP

HVR-M15AN/M15AP

HDV FORMAT

HDV 1080i Specification

The HDV 1080i specification*2 of the HDV format features 1,080 effective scanning lines (interlace scanning system) and 1,440 horizontal pixels. It adopts the MPEG-2 compression format (MP@H-14 for video), which uses 8-bit digital component recording with a sampling rate of 4:2:0. The HDV 1080i specification provides high picture quality that can be used for HDTV program production. In HDV format, the progressive recording format is also defined as an option for HDV1080i specification.With this format, called HDV native progressive format, 1080p images at 24, 25 or 30 frames per second can be recorded. The HVR-M35N/P HVR-M25AN/P and HVR-M15AN/P enables , users to play back 1080p images recorded with camcorders featuring this format and to record with i.LINK input.
Compatible with Existing and New DV Videocassette Tape
As a member of the proven DV family of formats, the HDV format has, from the outset, been developed for compatibility with all grades of DV videocassette tape. This allows operators to use high-grade DV videocassette tapes for applications where high robustness is critical, or consumer-grade videocassette tapes for more economical operations. For heavy-duty applications, the DigitalMasterTM high-grade cassette tape has been developed. This tape is compatible with the HDV, DVCAM, and DV formats.

Long Recording Time

The HDV format adopts the same track pitch and tape speed as the DV format, thus offering the same recording time a maximum of 276 minutes when recording on a DigitalMaster standard cassette tape and a maximum of 63 minutes when recording on a DigitalMaster mini cassette tape.

Track Pattern of the HDV 1080i Specification
Direction of tape travel 10 m Sub Code sector
MPEG-2 PES sector Direction of head motion
(Video + Audio + Search + AUX)

6.35 mm (1/4 inch)

ITI sector ITI: Insert and Track Information PES: Packetized Elementary Stream
FEATURES OF HVR-M35N/P HVR-M25AN/P AND HVR-M15AN/P ,
Switchable Recording and Playback HDV 1080i/DVCAM/DV SP and 60i/50i M35 Dual-size Cassette Mechanism

M25A M15A M35 M25A M15A

The HVR-M35N/P HVR-M25AN/P and HVR-M15AN/P can , switch between HDV 1080i, DVCAM, and DV*3 recording, providing full flexibility to record in either standard definition or high definition depending on your production needs. In addition, it can be switched between 60i and 50i modes (NTSC and PAL), which allows for flexible production operations, without the need for two separate VTRs of each standard. These models also supports HDV native progressive recording format, so they can playback/record; HDV1080i: 60i/50i/24p/30p/25p DVCAM/DV:60i/50i
The HVR-M35N/P HVR-M25AN/P and HVR-M15AN/P has a , dual-size cassette mechanism that accepts both mini- and standard-sized DigitalMaster, DVCAM, and DV cassette tapes without using any special adaptor. This feature allows the six different types of cassette tape to be used without the cumbersome process associated with additional mechanical hardware.
T h e H DV fo r m a t a l s o d e f i n e s t h e H DV 0 P s p e c i f i c a t i o n , w h i c h f e a t u r e s 0 e ff e c t i v e s c a n n i n g l i n e s ( p r o g r e s s i v e s c a n n i n g s y s t e m ) a n d 1 , 0 h o r i z o n t a l p i x e l s. * 3 T h e H V R - M N / P, H V R - M A N / P a n d H V R - M A N / P s u p p o r t s DV S P m o d e o n l y ; n o s u p p o r t fo r DV L P m o d e.

FEATURES

Down-conversion Playback Capabilities

M35 M25A M15A

HDV Four Channel Audio Playback
The HVR-M35N/P HVR-M25AN/P and HVR-M15AN/P can , convert material from 1080i down to 480i and 576i, and output these video signals through its i.LINK interface. In addition, these signals can also be output via the other connectors. This allows users to edit recorded material with a compatible nonlinear editing system using current DV editing software, as well as record SD signals to an external VTR. Video material can also be down-converted to 480P and 576P (as well as , 720P on the HVR-M35N/P HVR-M25AN/P), and output via the VTRs SDI (on the HVR-M35N/P), HDMI (on the HVR-M25AN/P) or analog component video connector. When down-converting these signals, the aspect ratio displayed can be converted from 16:9 to 4:3. Display modes can be selected from Squeeze, Letterbox*4, and Edge Crop.

DVCAM/DV (4:3) HDV 1080i (16:9)
The HVR-M35N/P can play back four-channel audio recorded with the HVR-S270N/P shoulder-mount camcorder. The audio data is output via an AES/EBU output terminal. Also the audio data is embedded in the i.LINK or the HD/SD-SDI output signal.

Edge Crop Adjust

M35 M25A
When down-converting signals in the Edge Crop mode, the HVR-M35N/P and HVR-M25AN/Ps Edge Crop Adjust function is provided to adjust the edge crop position. By displaying the edge crop marker on the LCD monitor, operators can conveniently check the edge crop position before outputting down-converted signals.

Squeeze

Letterbox

Edge crop

Recording Formats
[60i/50i SEL] Input Terminal Input Format 1080/60i HDV 1080/30p i.LINK 1080/24p DVCAM/DV 480/60i Analog Composite / S-Video 1080/50i HDV i.LINK 1080/25p DVCAM/DV 576/50i Analog Composite / S-Video HDV Recording Format DVCAM DV(SP)

: Available

i.LINK* Interface
HD/SD-SDI (M35N/P) 480/60i not available 1080/60i*4 720/60p 480/60i 480/60i 480/60i 480/60i 576/50i not available 1080/50i*5 720/50p 576/50i 576/50i 576/50i 576/50i

Playback Formats

MENU SETTING Output [COMPONENT]*1 [60i/50i SEL] Recorded Format [HDMI/CMPNT]*2 Analog Analog HDMI S-Video Component (M25AN/P) [SDI/CMPNT]*3 Composite 480i 480/60i 1080/60i 480p/480i 480/60p HDV 1080/30p 1080i/480i 1080/60i 1080/24p 720p/480i * * 720/60p 60i 480/60i 480i 480/60i 480p/480i 480/60p DVCAM/DV 480/60i 480/60i 1080i/480i 480/60i 720p/480i *2*3 480/60i 576i 576/50i 1080/50i 576p/576i 576/50p HDV 1080/25p 1080i/576i 1080/50i 720p/576i*2*3 720/50p 50i 576/50i 576i 576/50i 576p/576i 576/50p 576/50i DVCAM/DV 576/60i 1080i/576i 576/50i 720p/576i *2*3 576/50i
The HVR-M35N/P HVR-M25AN/P and HVR-M15AN/P is , equipped with a 6-pin*6 i.LINK interface. This allows for one cable digital transfer*7 of video, audio, and command signals to a compatible connected VTR or nonlinear editing system in HDV, DVCAM, or DV format.
Time Code Copy from External Devices
*1 for HVR-M15AN/P *2 for HVR-M25AN/P *3 for HVR-M35N/P *4 1080/30p video is converted to 60i (1080/30PsF) *5 1080/25p video is converted to 50i (1080/25PsF)
Output Settings of i.LINK
[60i/50i SEL] Recorded Format 1080/60i 1080/30p 1080/24p 1080/50i 1080/25p [HDV DV CONV] MENU SETTING OFF DVCAM DV SP OFF DVCAM DV SP Output Format via i.LINK Connector same as the recorded format DVCAM 480/60i DV 480/60i same as the recorded format DVCAM 576/50i DV 576/50i
When the HVR-M35N/P HVR-M25AN/P and HVR-M15AN/P , records signals from the i.LINK port, the time code that was recorded on the original tape can be copied onto other tapes, along with the video and audio signals. This is effective when downloading edited material from nonlinear editors or creating dubs from other VTRs.

60i HDV 50i

Auto Repeat and Custom Repeat
DVCAM/DV signal is output via the i.LINK connector as it is.
Squeezed SD Video Image Output Type can be Selected.
The HVR-M35N/P can convert squeezed SD video images to edge-cropped or letterbox video images for output. This function is convenient when viewing the squeezed SD video image on an SD monitor with 4:3 screen aspect ratio.
The HVR-M35N/P HVR-M25AN/P and HVR-M15AN/P has a , convenient auto repeat function. This enables the VTR to automatically rewind the tape to either the beginning of the tape, the first complete blank portion, or an index point on the tape, and start playback again from there*8. In addition, the HVR-M35N/P and HVR-M25AN/P has a Custom Repeat function that allows operators to set the number of repeat playbacks, the interval between each playback, and the hour at which the playback should begin.
designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connector. Not all products with an i.LINK connector will necessarily communicate with each other. For information on compatibility, operating conditions, and proper connection, please refer to the documentation supplied with any device with an i.LINK connector. For information on devices that include an i.LINK connection, please contact your nearest Sony office. *6 Please use a 4-pin/6-pin i.LINK cable when you connect the HVR-M35N/P HVR-M25AN/P and HVR-M15AN/P with a device which has a 4-pin i.LINK connector. *7 Insert and , assemble editing using HDV material is not recommended with the HVR-M35N/P HVR-M25AN/P and HVR-M15AN/P. When video programs in the HDV format are transferred via the i.LINK interface and edited, , transitions from cut to cut may not be smooth. *8 The HVR-M35N/P HVR-M25AN/P and HVR-M15AN/P ignores any blank or index point in the first 20 seconds of the tape. ,
*4 When outputting down-converted signals in the 4:3 aspect ratio via an i.LINK connector, the Letterbox mode cannot be selected. *5 i.LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to
Color Bar and 1-kHz Audio Tone Signal Output Playback Zoom

M35 M25A M15A M35

The HVR-M35N/P HVR-M25AN/P and HVR-M15AN/P can , output several types of color bar, as well as an audio tone signal of 1 kHz. These are useful when checking the system conditions.
Using the playback zoom function of the HVR-M35N/P a , selected area of the recorded HD images can be enlarged and output in SD format via the i.LINK and analog connectors. This function allows operators to cut out parts of the HD image and use them as SD material.

External Control

Buit-in Monaural Speaker
The HVR-M35N/P HVR-M25AN/P and HVR, M15AN/P comes equipped with a Remote CommanderTM unit, which enables users to control the recorders functions wirelessly. In addition, the HVR-M35N/P HVR-M25AN/P and , HVR-M15AN/P is equipped with a LANC terminal, as well as a Control S terminal to connect with the optional DSRM-10 Remote Control Unit.
The built-in monaural speaker of the HVR-M35N/P HVR-M25AN/P , allows quick and convenient checking of audio.

Time Code Preset

Built-in, 2.7-inch Type, Clear Photo LCD PlusTM Monitor
The time code of the HVR-M35N/P HVR-M25AN/P can be preset , using any number in H/M/S/F (hours/minutes/seconds/frames) to record desired tape-position information. The time code mode can be selected between REC RUN and FREE RUN. In addition to the time code, user bits can also be set.

Status Check

The HVR-M35N/P HVR-M25AN/P is equipped with a 2.7-inch*2 , type widescreen color LCD monitor with a high resolution of 211,200 dots. It adopts a newly developed Clear Photo LCD Plus panel, which provides enhanced brightness and a higher level of color reproduction than that used in the DSR-25. This LCD monitor allows operators to view the input source during recording, and check the playback picture in a 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio. Setup menus, VTR/audio settings, and audio level meters can also be displayed.
At the touch of the STATUS CHECK button of the HVR-M35N/P , HVR-M25AN/P operators can display the menu settings for , Audio Level Meter, Output Signal, Assign Button, and Custom Repeat on the LCD monitor allowing for easy status or setting checks during recording, playback, and source feeding. It is also possible to display the status of the connected HVR-DR60 hard disk recording unit or the HVR-MRC1 memory recording unit.
Non-compressed Digital HD Output

Assign Buttons

The HD/SD-SDI output of HVR-M35N/P allows straight duplication to a deck with HD/SD-SDI input such as HDCAM and XDCAM HD. The HVR-M25AN/P comes equipped with a HDMI interface. This interface allows the HVR-M25AN/P to transfer non-compressed, high-definition digital video and audio to other HDMI-equipped devices via a single cable.

The buttons for INDEX, COUNTER RESET, and AUDIO DUB on the front panel of the HVR-M35N/P, HVR-M25AN/P can be used as Assign Buttons, to which operators can assign another frequently used function.

All Scan Mode

DUPLICATE PLUS
The DUPLICATE PLUS function makes it easy to copy video and audio from a VTR or camcorder onto the HVR-M35N/P , HVR-M25AN/P along with the original time code. Operators simply connect the two i.LINK devices together via their i.LINK interfaces and press the DUPLICATE PLUS and , Play buttons on the front panel of the HVR-M35N/P HVRM25AN/P The copying will then begin. This function can also. be used for copying the content of multiple tapes onto a single tape, which is convenient when you need to compile multiple mini cassette tapes onto a single standard cassette tape. Another unique feature of DUPLICATE PLUS is the ability to selectively copy portions of material recorded in a designated format from a tape that contains mixed-format recordings. For example, you can choose to copy only HDV format recordings from a tape that includes DVCAM and DV video as well. This DUPLICATE PLUS function is available for any recordable formats (HDV/DVCAM/DV SP).
The All Scan Mode of the HVR-M35N/P HVR-M25AN/P is similar , to the Under Scan Mode of ordinary monitors, in that it displays all effective scanning lines in the LCD monitor when the 1080i mode is selected. This is useful if you want to check pictures for web applications, for example. The All Scan Mode can be easily recalled at the touch of a button if you preassign it to one of the three Assign Buttons.

Compact, Unique Design

The HVR-M15AN/P is compact, with a small footprint that enables it to be deployed in existing work environments without disruption. It is also unique in that it can be placed either horizontally or vertically.

FRONT & REAR PANELS

Front Panel

Rear Panel

APPLICATIONS
Nonlinear Editing Dubbing with the Time Code Recording Capability

i.LINK (HDV/DVCAM/DV)

HVR-M35N/P HVR-M25AN/P HDV1080i/DVCAM HDV1080i/DV Nonlinear Editing System HDV1080i/DVCAM VTR

HVR-M15AN/P

Dubbing to HD/SD-SDI Deck

DigitalMaster Tapes

HDCAM Tape Mini Cassette Standard Cassette

HVR-M35N/P HVR-M25AN/P

Standard Cassette

HD/SD-SDI Output

Mini Cassette

HVR-M15AN/P HVR-M35N/P

VTR with HD/SD-SDI input

COMPARISON

HVR-M35N/P
HDV native progressive format HDV 4ch audio LCD panel Speaker HD/SD-SDI out HDMI out AES/EBU out TC out Audio out Main Power Switch Playback Zoom Color Bar Squeezed SD output type Edge Crop Adjust VCR profile Status check Status display of the HVR-DR60/MRC1 30p / 24p / 25p YES YES Monaural x1 YES NO YES YES XLR x4 YES YES 4 types + BLACK YES (SQ, LB, EC) YES YES YES YES

HVR-M25AN/P

30p / 24p / 25p NO YES Monaural x1 NO YES NO NO RCA x2 YES NO 3 types NO YES NO YES YES
30p / 24p / 25p NO NO NO NO NO NO NO RCA x2 No No 3 types No No No No YES

ACCESSORIES

PHDV-276DM/186DM/124DM/64DM
DigitalMaster Standard Cassette Tape

PHDVM-63DM

DigitalMaster Mini Cassette Tape
VMC-IL4408A/IL4415/IL4435
i.LINK Cable (4-pin to 4-pin, 0.8/1.5/3 m)

VMC-IL4615

i.LINK Cable (4-pin to 6-pin, 1.5 m)

DLC-HM15/HM30/HM50

HDMI Cable (1.5/3/5 m)

SPECIFICATIONS

HVR-M35N/M35P Recording/playback performance Recording HDV format DVCAM / DV SP HDV Playout format DVCAM / DV SP Playout video signal HDV/DV SP Tape speed DVCAM HDV/DV SP Playback/ recording time DVCAM Fast forward/rewind time Input/output connectors/devices Video input/output HVR-M25AN/M25AP HVR-M15AN/M15AP HDV1080/60i, 1080/50i, 1080/24p, 1080/25p, 1080/30p DVCAM, DV SP 480/60i (NTSC), 576/50i (PAL) HDV1080/60i, 1080/50i, 1080/24p, 1080/25p, 1080/30p. DVCAM, DV SP 480/60i (NTSC), 576/50i (PAL) 1080/60i, 1080/50i, 480/60i (NTSC), 576/50i (PAL), 480/60P 576/50P 720/60P 720/50P , , , 1080/60i, 1080/50i, 480/60i (NTSC), 576/50i (PAL) Max. 18.812 mm/s Max. 28.218 mm/s Max. 276 min with PHDV-276DM cassette Max. 63 min with PHDVM-63DM cassette Max. 184 min with PHDV-276DM cassette Max. 41 min with PHDVM-63DM cassette Approx. 2.5 min with PHDV-276DM cassette BNC x1/BNC x1 RCA x 1 / RCA x 1 1Vp-p , 75ohm unbalanced, sync negative 1Vp-p , 75ohm unbalanced, sync negative Sync signal : 0.286Vp-p (50i / NTSC) , 0.3Vp-p (60i / PAL) Sync signal : 0.286Vp-p (50i / NTSC) , 0.3Vp-p (60i / PAL) Burst signal : 0.286Vp-p (50i / NTSC) , 0.3Vp-p (60i / PAL) Burst signal : 0.286Vp-p (50i / NTSC) , 0.3Vp-p (60i / PAL) Mini-DIN 4pin x 2 Y : 1Vp-p , 75ohm unbalanced, sync negative Sync signal : 0.286Vp-p (60i / NTSC) , 0.3Vp-p (50i / PAL) Chrominance signal : 0.286Vp-p (60i / NTSC),(burst, 75ohm) , 0.3Vp-p (50i / PAL),(burst, 75ohm) BNC x 3 Output at 480i NTSC With[BETACAM] selected in [480i LEVEL] of the [IN/OUT REC] menu Y : 1 Vp-p (0.286Vp-p sync negative, output impedance 75ohm unbalanced) Pb / Cb / B-Y , Pr / Cr / R-Y : 0.7Vp-p (output impedance 75ohm unbalanced) (75% color bar with 7.5IRE setup) With[SMPTE] selected in [480i LEVEL] of the [IN/OUT REC] menu Y : 1 Vp-p (0.3Vp-p sync negative, output impedance 75ohm unbalanced) Pb / Cb/B-Y , Pr / Cr / R-Y : 0.7Vp-p (output impedance 75ohm unbalanced) (100% color bar with no setup) Output with other settings Y : 1 Vp-p (output impedance 75ohm unbalanced) Pb / Cb / B-Y , Pr / Cr / R-Y : 0.7Vp-p (output impedance 75ohm unbalanced) (100% color bar with no setup) 480i / 480p : Y : with 0.3Vp-p sync negative 1080i / 720p : Y / Pb / Pr : with 0.6Vp-p 3-level sync i.LINK Digital uncompressed output Phones LANC Control S HD/SD-SDI BNC x 1 6-pin HDMI Connector x 1 RCA pin x 3 Output at 480i NTSC With[BETACAM] selected in [480i LEVEL] of the [IN/OUT REC] menu Y : 1 Vp-p (0.286Vp-p sync negative, output impedance 75ohm unbalanced) Pb / Cb / B-Y , Pr / Cr / R-Y : 0.7Vp-p (output impedance 75ohm unbalanced) (75% color bar with 7.5% IRE setup) With[SMPTE] selected in [480i LEVEL] of the [IN/OUT REC] menu Y : 1 Vp-p (0.3Vp-p sync negative, output impedance 75ohm unbalanced) Pb / Cb/B-Y , Pr / Cr / R-Y : 0.7Vp-p (output impedance 75ohm unbalanced)(100% color bar with no setup) Output with other settings Y : 1 Vp-p (output impedance 75ohm unbalanced) Pb / Cb / B-Y , Pr / Cr / R-Y : 0.7Vp-p (output impedance 75ohm unbalanced)(100% color bar with no setup) 480i / 480p : Y : with 0.3Vp-p sync negative 1080i / 720p : Y / Pb / Pr : with 0.6Vp-p 3-level sync

S-video input/output

Component video output

Audio input

Audio output LCD monitor General Mass Powere requirements Power consumption Operating temperature Storage temperature Supplied accessories
Stereo mini-minijack ( 2.5 mm) Stereo minijack ( 3.5 mm) RCA x4,stereo RCA x2,stereo RCA x2,stereo Input level: -10/-2/+4dBu, Input level : -10 / -2 / +4dBu, Input level : -10dBu, input impedance: min. 47 unbalanced, input impedance : min. 47 unbalanced, input impedance: min. 47 unbalanced, max Input level: max Input level : max Input level : -10:+18dBu(approx. 6Vrms) , -2:+24dBu(approx. -10 : +18dBu (approx. 6Vrms) , -2 : +24dBu(approx. +18dBu (approx. 6Vrms)60i , +16dBu (approx. 5Vrms)50i 12.5Vrms), +4 : +30dBu (approx. 25Vrms) 12.5Vrms), +4:+30dBu(approx.25Vrms) RCA x2,stereo XLR 3pin x4,stereo impedance : max. 1k unbalanced, impecance: max. 600 balanced Output level : -10dBu (=full bit -20dB) impedance 47 unbalanced 60i, -10dBu (=full bit -18dB) impedance 47 unbalanced 50i +4dBu 2.7-inch type, approx. 211,200 dots (960 x 220), Clear Photo LCD Plus Stereo minijack ( 3.5 mm) Approx. 4.4 kg (9 lb. 12 oz) AC 120 V, 60 Hz 11 W (playback mode with LCD monitor on) 15W(playback mode with LCD monitor on) 5 to 40 C (41 to 104 F) -20 to +60 C (-4 to 140 F) Remote commander (1), power cord (1), cleaning cassette (1), operating instructions (1) Approx. 2.3 kg (5 lb 1 oz) DC 8.4 V 6 W (playback mode)
Remote commander (1), AC adaptor (1), power cord (1), stand (1), cleaning cassette (1), operating instructions (1)
212 (8 3/8) 88 (3 1/2) 390.3 (15 3/8) 8.7 ] (11/32)
184 (7 1/8) 69 (2 3/4) 6.1 (1/4) 261 (10 3/8)

3.8 (5/32)

151 (6) 175 (7) 10 (13/32) 284 (11 1/4)

184 (7 1/4)

Unit: mm (inches)

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The unit does not have an LP recording mode for the consumer DV format. Only SP recording mode is available. To set the unit to recording pause mode with the DSRM-10 remote control unit (not supplied), press the PAUSE button while holding down the PLAY button to set the unit to the playback pause mode, then press the REC button on the DSRM-10.
If you set [EE/PB SEL] in the [IN/OUT REC] menu to [PB], EE picture and EE audio signals are not output (page 52).

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1) EE stands for Electric to Electric. In EE mode, the video and audio signals input to the VCRs recording circuitry do not pass through any magnetic conversion circuits but are output via electric circuits only. This mode is used to check the input signals and adjust input levels. The pictures output in EE mode are referred to as EE pictures.
If you set [FF/REW SPEED] in the [VTR SET] menu to [SHUTTLEMAX], the picture is played back during fast forward.
For details on running speed with [SHUTTLEMAX], see FF/REW SPEED in VTR SET menu on page 55.
If you set [EE/PB SEL] in the [IN/OUT REC] menu to [PB], EE picture and EE audio signals are not output during stop (page 52).
e PLAY button When you press this button, the indicator lights and playback begins. If you press this button while holding down the REW button during stop, the tape is rewound to its beginning and starts playing automatically (during rewind, the REW indicator lights and the PLAY indicator blinks).
When the unit is playing back a part of the tape where the recording format has been changed to HDV format, DVCAM format, or DV format, or between 60i system (including 24p and 30p) and 50i system (including 25p), the picture and sound may be distorted. The unit cannot play back a tape recorded in the LP recording mode of the consumer DV format. f REW (rewind) button When you press this button, the indicator lights and the tape starts rewinding. During rewind, the picture does not appear on the monitor. (You can see the picture as it is seen in EE mode during rewind.) To locate a scene while monitoring the picture, hold this button down during rewind, playback or in the playback pause mode. If you press the PLAY button while holding down this button during stop, the tape is rewound to its beginning and starts playing automatically. (During rewind, the REW indicator lights and the PLAY indicator blinks.)

The name plate is located on the left side of the unit. You may not see it when using the supplied rack.
Playback with x.v.Color output
The unit can play back pictures recorded in x.v.Color. x.v.Color is a brand name that Sony is proposing as a easy-to-remember name for the xvYCC standard. The xvYCC standard is an international standard for color space within moving images. The xvYCC standard can reproduce a wider range of colors than the standards used for current broadcasting.
Recording Format and Input/Output Signals
Major Differences among HDV1080i, DVCAM, and DV Formats
(This unit and other equipment for professional use may be functionally extended. For details, see the notes below the table.)
Specification Track pitch Audio sampling frequency
HDV1080i 1) 10 m 16 bit: 48 kHz Lock mode Drop frame mode (60i/24p/30p only) 5) No user bits 6)
DVCAM 15 m 12 bit: 32 kHz 16 bit: 48 kHz Lock mode NTSC: SMPTE time code (DF/NDF, including user bits) 6) PAL: EBU time code (including user bits) 6)
DV (SP) 10 m 12 bit: 32 kHz 16 bit: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz 3) Unlock mode 4) Drop frame mode (NTSC only) 5) No user bits 6)
Audio recording mode 2) Time code
1) The unit cannot record 4-channel sound in HDV format. 2) There are two modes for audio signal recording: Lock mode and Unlock mode. In Lock mode, the sampling frequencies of audio and video are synchronized. In Unlock mode, adopted by the consumer DV format, the two sampling frequencies are independent. Lock mode maintains high compatibility with higher formats and offers better digital processing and smoother transition than Unlock mode when you edit audio. 3) The unit cannot record in DV format with 16 bit: 32 kHz or 44.1 kHz. 4) The unit has been functionally extended with a function for switching between Lock mode and Unlock mode. 5) The unit has been functionally extended with a function to enable selecting DF/NDF for 60i (including 24p and 30p) with HDV or DV (SP) format. 6) The unit is not equipped with user bit setting function.
Input/Output Signals in EE Mode
Select the signal input with the INPUT SELECT switch on the front panel (page 6). a: Output, : No output or N/A
HDV/DV Input signal Input jack Input format 1080/60i 1080/24p HDV Digital signal HDV/DV 1080/30p 1080/50i 1080/25p 720/30p/25p/24p DVCAM/DV Analog signal VIDEO/S VIDEO Output signal format DVCAM/DV a HDV COMPONENT OUT a 1) a 1) a 1) a 1) a 1) a

Output jack

VIDEO/S VIDEO a (480i) 2) a (480i) 2) a (480i) 2) a (576i) 2) a (576i) 2) a 3) a 3) 4)
1) The format of the picture output from the HDMI OUT jack and COMPONENT OUT jacks can be set in [COMPONENT] of [VIDEO OUT] in the [IN/OUT REC] menu (page 51). For details, see the settings for down conversion (page 27). 2) The signals are down converted and output. The format of the picture output from the VIDEO OUT jack and the S VIDEO OUT jack can be selected from [SQUEEZE], [LETTER BOX] and [EDGE CROP] in [DOWN CONVERT] of [VIDEO OUT] in the [IN/OUT REC] menu (page 51). 3) When DVCAM/DV signals which are input from the HDV/DV jack, or video signals which are from the VIDEO IN jacks or S VIDEO IN jacks, are output to each analog output jack, the distortion of the video signals occurs at the bottom of the TV monitor display due to the jitter. Depending on the display area of the TV monitor you have, the distortion of the picture may appear at the bottom of the screen. This is not a malfunction. Pictures may be distorted or not be displayed depending on the TV monitors. This will not appear while recording with the unit. Be aware of these phenomena when you connect other recording device via the analog jacks of the unit. 4) Depending on the TV monitor being connected, the screen may blink or be distorted when DVCAM/DV signals which are input from the HDV/DV jack, or video signals which are from the VIDEO IN jacks or S VIDEO IN jacks, are output to the VIDEO OUT jacks. Be aware of these phenomena when you connect other recording device to these jacks. This will not appear while recording with the unit.
HDV 720/30p/25p/24p signals can be played back, but cannot be input/output via the HDV/DV jack on the unit. HDV 720/60p, HDV720/50p and SD 480p/576p signals cannot be input/output, recorded, or played back on the unit.
Recording Input Signals and Recording Formats
Select the signal input with the INPUT SELECT switch on the front panel (page 6). a: Recordable, : Not recordable
Input signal Input jack Input format 1080/60i 1080/24p HDV Digital signal HDV/DV 1080/30p 1080/50i 1080/25p 720/30p/25p/24p DVCAM/DV Analog signal Notes VIDEO/S VIDEO

Recording format HDV a a a a a DVCAM a a DV (SP) a a
Playback Tape Format and Output Signals
a: Output, : No output or N/A
HDV/DV Output signal format Format of the signals recorded on the tape 1080/60i 1080/24p HDV 1080/30p 1080/50i 1080/25p 720/30p/24p 720/25p DVCAM/DV (SP) DVCAM/DV a a a a a a HDV a a a a a a 1) a 1) a 1) a 1) a 1) a 1) a 1) a a (480i) 2) a (480i) 2) a (480i) 2) a (576i) 2) a (576i) 2) a (480i) 2) a (576i) 2) a COMPONENT OUT VIDEO/S VIDEO Output jacks
1) The format of the picture output from the COMPONENT OUT jacks can be set in [COMPONENT] of [VIDEO OUT] in the [IN/OUT REC] menu (page 51). For details, see the settings for down conversion (page 27). 2) The signals are down converted and output. For details of the format of signals output from each jack, see the settings for down conversion (page 27).
HDV 720/30p/25p/24p signals can be played back but not input/output via the HDV/DV jack on the unit. HDV 720/60p, HDV720/50p and SD 480p/576p signals cannot be input/output, recorded, or played back on the unit.
Settings for Output Signals from Each Jack
Settings of output signals from the COMPONENT OUT/VIDEO OUT/S VIDEO OUT jacks
Set the output signals in [COMPONENT] of [VIDEO OUT] in the [IN/OUT REC] menu (page 51).
Setting of the Format of the original [COMPONENT] signals menu 480i HDV 1080/60i HDV 1080/24p HDV 1080/30p HDV 720/24p 1) HDV 720/30p 1) 60i DVCAM/DV 480/60i or S VIDEO/VIDEO input 480p/480i 1080i/480i 480i 480p/480i 1080i/480i 576i HDV 1080/50i HDV 1080/25p HDV 720/25p 1) 50i DVCAM/DV 576/50i or S VIDEO/VIDEO input 576p/576i 1080i/576i 576i 576p/576i 1080i/576i 576/50i 576/50i 576/50i 2) 576/50p 2) 1080/50i 576/50i 2) 480/60i 480/60i Format of the signals output from each jack COMPONENT OUT 480/60i

[60i/50i SEL]

VIDEO/S VIDEO

480/60p 2) 1080/60i

480/60i 2)
1) 720/24p, 720/30p and 720/25p signals cannot be output as 720p signals. 2) You can select from [SQUEEZE], [LETTER BOX] or [EDGE CROP] in [DOWN CONVERT] of [VIDEO OUT] in the [IN/OUT REC] menu (page 51).
HDV 720/30p/25p/24p signals can be played back but cannot be input/output via the HDV/DV jack on the unit. HDV 720/60p, HDV720/50p and SD 480p/576p signals cannot be input/output, recorded, or played back on the unit.
Setting of output signals from the
Set the output signals in [HDV t DV CONV] of [i.LINK SET] in the [IN/OUT REC] menu (page 51). The setting is available when [HDV/DV SEL] is set to [AUTO] or [HDV].
Format of the original signals HDV 1080/60i HDV 1080/30p HDV 1080/24p HDV 1080/50i HDV 1080/25p Setting of the [HDV t DV CONV] menu OFF DVCAM DV SP OFF DVCAM DV SP Format of signals output from the HDV/DV jack Complies with input signals. DVCAM 480/60i 1) DV 480/60i 1) Complies with input signals. DVCAM 576/50i 1) DV 576/50i 1)

1) You can select [SQUEEZE] or [EDGE CROP] in [i.LINK SET] of [VIDEO OUT] in the [IN/OUT REC] menu (page 51). You cannot set [LETTER BOX] in this menu.

Playback

This section describes the connections and settings for playback and functions such as playback at various speeds, and searching for a specific scene on a recorded tape.

Connections for Playback

Connecting the unit to a monitor without an i.LINK jack
You can connect the unit to a video monitor/recorder without an i.LINK jack. Connect video cables and audio cables as shown below. For each jack, see page 12.

Monitor/recorder

To audio input To video input To S-video input To component video input
Audio cable (not supplied) Video cable (not supplied) S-video cable (not supplied) Component video cable (not supplied) : Signal flow
To playback an image recorded in HDV format when you connect the monitor using a component video cable, set [COMPONENT] of [VIDEO OUT] in the [IN/OUT REC] menu according to the requirements of your monitor (page 51). When an image recorded in DVCAM/DV format is played back, only an image with a quality equivalent to that of the DVCAM/DV format of 480i (NTSC) or 576i (PAL) is output via the COMPONENT OUT jacks, regardless of the [COMPONENT] setting. For details on the output level from the COMPONENT OUT jacks, see Specifications (page 75). To change the output level from the COMPONENT OUT jacks, see [480i LEVEL] in the [IN/OUT REC] menu (page 53). There are some restrictions on images output from the COMPONENT OUT jacks of the unit.
Refer to COMPONENT OUT jacks 5 (page 13) of Location and Function of Parts. For more information, see Recording Format and Input/ Output Signals on page 24.
Connecting the unit to a monitor equipped with an i.LINK jack
The video and audio signals are sent with hardly any degradation, enabling high-quality playback to a monitor with an i.LINK connector that supports HDV, DVCAM, and DV formats.
For details on i.LINK output formats, see page 72.
i.LINK cable (not supplied)
If you connect the input connectors of the unit to the output connectors of a monitor, a humming noise may be generated or the image may be distorted. If these phenomena occur, use the INPUT SELECT switch to select a signal that is not being input, or disconnect the cables. When you play back an HDV-formatted tape with copyright protected signals or input HDV signals with copyright protection to the HDV/DV jack, pictures may be output in either 480i (NTSC) or 576i (PAL) format, regardless of the setting of [COMPONENT] of [VIDEO OUT] in the [IN/OUT REC] menu. The unit cannot up convert DVCAM/DV recordings to HDV at output. When [COMPONENT] of [VIDEO OUT] in the [IN/ OUT REC] menu is set to either [1080i/480i] or [1080i/576i], 1080/24p and 1080/30p video signals played back are converted to 1080/60i and 1080/25p video signals are to 1080/50i, and output from the COMPONENT OUT jacks.

To i.LINK jack (

HDV/DV jack)

Monitor with i.LINK jack

: Signal flow
Be sure that you set [HDV/DV SEL] in the [IN/OUT REC] menu to [AUTO] (default setting) before connecting the monitor to the unit with the i.LINK cable. If you change the setting after connecting the i.LINK cable, the monitor may not recognize the video signals correctly (page 50). To connect the unit to a monitor equipped with an i.LINK jack, you may need to set the monitor so that it recognizes the unit.
For details, refer to your monitors instruction manual.
When an i.LINK connection is made, the unit cannot output video or audio only.
If you connect the input connectors of the unit to the output connectors of a monitor, a humming noise may be generated or the image may be distorted. If these phenomena occur, use the INPUT SELECT switch to select a signal that is not being input, or disconnect the cables. To connect the i.LINK cable between a monitor and the unit, use an HDV or DV-compatible monitor. To play back a tape recorded in the HDV mode on a DVcompatible monitor, set [HDV t DV CONV] of [i.LINK SET] in the [IN/OUT REC] menu to [DVCAM] or [DV SP] before connecting the unit with the i.LINK cable.

Playback Procedures

Insert a cassette and confirm that the q (cassette) indicator lights. Press the PLAY button on the unit. The unit starts playback.
To stop playback Press the STOP button on the unit. To pause playback Press the PAUSE button on the unit.
With HDV signals, interlace to progressive or progressive to interlace conversions cannot be made and be output via the HDV/DV jack. When HDV signals are down-converted to DVCAM (or DV) format during playback of HDV recorded in progressive and output to the HDV/DV jack, the signals are converted to the interlace system. 1080/24p and 1080/30p are converted to 480i, and 1080/25p to 576i, respectively (page 28). Some general consumer television sets are provided with a function to control equipment connected with the i.LINK cable. Such a function, however, may not work with the unit.
During playback, distortion of picture or noise in audio may occur at the portion where the recording format changes. You cannot play back an image recorded in DV (LP) mode on the unit. If the unit is playing a tape recorded with mixed video signals of the 60i system and 50i system, the picture and sound will be distorted on any portion of a tape where the recording system changes. During pause, a picture recorded on a tape in HDV format cannot be output from the HDV/DV jack.

Settings for Playback

Preparation on the unit

HDV/DV

Select input signals by switching the INPUT SELECT switch on the unit. HDV/DV: to record input signals from the HDV/ DV jack S VIDEO: to record input signals from the S VIDEO IN jack VIDEO: to record input signals from the VIDEO IN jack You need to adjust [HDV/DV SEL] (page 50) and [ REC MODE] (page 50) in the [IN/OUT REC] menu to the desired recording format.
For details on recording tape formats, see page 73.
When you select S VIDEO or VIDEO with the INPUT SELECT switch, set the audio mode by setting [AUDIO MODE] in the [AUDIO SET] menu (page 54). FS32K: Switches the audio mode to 4-channel mode FS48K: Switches the audio mode to 2-channel mode When recording a tape in DV (SP), you can set [AUDIO LOCK] in the [AUDIO SET] menu (page 54).
Do not change the INPUT SELECT switch setting during recording. If you change the setting of this switch during recording, recording will stop for several seconds. Recording will restart after the internal circuits are switched. During this time, no image is recorded. When DVCAM/DV signals which are input from the HDV/DV jack, or video signals which are from the VIDEO IN jacks or S VIDEO IN jacks, are output to each analog output jack, the distortion of the video signals occurs at the bottom of the TV monitor display due to the jitter. Depending on the display area of the TV monitor you have, the distortion of the picture may appear at the bottom of the screen. This is not a malfunction. Pictures may be distorted or not be displayed depending on the TV monitors. This will not appear while recording with the unit. Be aware of these phenomena when you connect other recording device via the analog jacks of the unit.
When signals are input from the HDV/DV jack, the audio mode is the same as the one used to input signals from the player.
Select the recording level adjustment mode using [AUDIO AGC] in the [AUDIO SET] menu.
You cannot adjust the recording level if you record signals input via the HDV/DV jack. For connecting the unit to a device that does not have an i.LINK jack, the sound is recorded on CH1/2 when the audio mode is set to [FS32K] (4-channel mode).

See Searching using the search function on page 34.
When the unit records HDV format images, it takes a while until recording starts. This delay, however, is not an error. ([STBY] is displayed on the screen and the REC indicator blinks until recording starts.)

Dubbing/Editing

Dubbing to Other Equipment
This section describes the connections and settings necessary to perform dubbing on other equipment, using the unit as a video player.

Connections for Dubbing

Connect the unit to the recorder as shown on the right using an i.LINK cable. The signal flow is automatically detected so you do not need to make separate connections for input and output. Also, by connecting the unit to an editing controller via the HDV/DV jack, you can configure a digital nonlinear editing system.
For connections of the editing controller and the unit, refer to the editing controller instruction manual.

To i.LINK jack Monitor

Before dubbing, you must set the format in which you want to output signals. Make [HDV/DV SEL] (page 50) and [i.LINK SET] (page 51) settings in the [IN/OUT REC] menu.
For details, refer to Major Differences among HDV1080i, DVCAM, and DV Formats on page 24. For details on i.LINK output formats, see page 72.
To dub a tape recorded in HDV format using the duplicate function on other units such as the DSR-25/ 45/50, select [DVCAM] in [HDV t DV CONV] of [i.LINK SET] in the [IN/OUT REC] menu.
There are some limitations to down converting a tape recorded in HDV format to DVCAM format.
For details, see i.LINK SET in the IN/OUT REC menu on page 51. (Continued)

Chapter 3

If you output pictures in the playback pause mode when using an i.LINK connection, recorded images may appear distorted. When the tape is recorded in HDV format, the picture is output as a simplified picture during playback at various speeds (page 33). When using an i.LINK connection, you cannot output only pictures or sounds separately. When progressive HDV signals are played back and down converted into DVCAM (or DV) format to output to i.LINK connection, the signals are converted to interlace system. 1080/24p and 1080/30p are converted to 480i, and 1080/25p to 576i, respectively.
When connecting the unit to a recorder without an i.LINK jack, connect the two devices as follows. Set [COMPONENT] and [DOWN CONVERT] of [VIDEO OUT] in the [IN/OUT REC] menu (page 51) depending on the signals you wish to output.
Monitor Recorder HVR-M15A (rear panel)
See also "Notes" on (page 30). The audio output signal is selected by the setting of [AUDIO MIX] in the [AUDIO SET] menu.

Dubbing Procedures

Prepare the unit.
Refer to Settings for Playback on page 31.
Prepare the recorder. If the recorder has an input selector switch, select an input.

For details, refer to your recorders instruction manual.
Start playback on the unit and start recording on the recorder.
Refer to Playback Procedures on page 31. For details, refer to your recorders instruction manual.
When dubbing is finished, stop recording on the recorder, and then stop playback of the unit.
Editing (Connecting a Computer)
You can set up an editing system by connecting the unit to a computer (editing machine) using the HDV/DV jack (i.LINK connection) on the unit. The unit can output HDV 1080/24p, 1080/30p, or 1080/ 25p (progressive) signals without conversion only via an i.LINK connection.
For details on the connection to the editing machine, refer to the supplied instruction manual of your editing unit. The editing functions you can use depend on the editing software. For details on editing methods, refer to the instruction manual of your editing software.
Connecting the Unit to a Computer
Be sure to connect the i.LINK cable to the computer (editing machine) first and then connect it to the unit. If you connect the i.LINK cable to the unit first, it may cause the unit to malfunction because of static electricity. When the unit is connected to a computer equipped with an i.LINK jack and you intend to disconnect or reconnect the i.LINK cable, turn off the computer and pull out the plug of its power cord from the wall outlet beforehand. If you connect or disconnect the i.LINK cable while the computer is connected to the AC outlet, high-voltage current (8 to 40 V) is output from the i.LINK jack of the device to the unit, which may cause a malfunction. Before connecting the i.LINK cable, set [HDV/DV SEL] and [i.LINK SET] in the [IN/OUT REC] menu. If you perform the settings after connecting the cable, the computer (editing machine) may not recognize the unit correctly or may freeze. If you input or output signals in a format incompatible with the computer (editing machine), the computer may not recognize the unit correctly or may freeze. When set to EE mode, the unit outputs analog signals that are input from the HDV/DV jack to the computer. S VIDEO or VIDEO signals are output from the HDV/DV jack, according to the setting of the INPUT SELECT switch. To output the playback image from the unit through the HDV/DV jack only, set the INPUT SELECT switch to HDV/DV.

Before changing the setting, be sure to disconnect the i.LINK cable, or turn the other device off. If an i.LINK cable is connected when you change the setting, the video equipment may not recognize the signals correctly. If you select [AUTO], the screen turns off temporarily when HDV signals are switched to DVCAM/DV signals or vice versa. The video and audio also stops at the same time. For details on the i.LINK output and the recording tape format, see pages 72 and 73. Switches the recording mode between DVCAM and DV format (SP mode only). REC BDVCAM : Records in DVCAM format. MODE DV SP : Records in DV format (SP mode). (pages 39, 47)
You cannot change the setting during recording.

Icon/Menu IN/OUT REC

Submenu VIDEO OUT (page 27)
Setting Selects the mode of the COMPONENT OUT jacks. COMPONENT Selects the output format from the COMPONENT OUT jacks. Select from [480i], [480p/480i], or [1080i/480i] when [60i/50i SEL] in the [OTHERS] menu is set to [60i]. Select from [576i], [576p/576i], or [1080i/576i] when [60i/50i SEL] in the [OTHERS] menu is set to [50i]. DOWN CONVERT Selects the setting for down converting images output from the COMPONENT OUT jacks and analog video jacks when playing back HDV format or inputting HDV signals from the HDV/DV jack. BSQUEEZE : Maintains the image vertically and horizontally by compressing the horizontal ratio. Images appear vertically long. LETTER BOX : Maintains the aspect ratio of the image by compressing the image vertically. EDGE CROP : Maintains the original image size and crops the left and right edges of the images.
Regardless of the playback tape or of the format input to the HDV/DV jack, the selectable setting values displayed on this menu vary depending on the setting of [60i/50i SEL]. WSS (Wide Screen Signaling) is not output when the picture is output to the COMPONENT OUT jacks in 480p or 576p. Set the monitor according to the down convert format of the picture that is output from the unit. When you play back a tape in DVCAM (DV) format while an EE picture in NTSC/PAL is displayed, either the 480i resolution or the 576i resolution is output, regardless of the setting of [COMPONENT]. When you play back an HDV-formatted tape with copyright protected signals or input HDV signals with copyright protection to the HDV/DV jack, pictures may be output in either 480i (NTSC) or 576i (PAL) format, regardless of the setting of this submenu. i.LINK SET (pages 28, 45) Adjusts the down conversion format. This menu is available when [HDV/DV SEL] is set to [AUTO] or [HDV]. HDV t DV CONV BOFF : Disables down conversion. DVCAM : Down converts to DVCAM format. DV SP : Down converts to DV SP format. DOWN CONVERT This setting is available when [HDV t DV CONV] is set to [DVCAM] or [DV SP]. BSQUEEZE : Plays back with a compressed horizontal screen image and maintains all images on display. Images appear vertically long. EDGE CROP : Plays back with both left and right sides of the screen images cut off and maintains the original image appearance.

Using the unit as listed below will make the video head dirty. Subjecting the unit to temperature change or high humidity. t Condensation occurs. See page 69. Using a damaged tape. Using the unit for a long time. Using the unit where there is a lot of dirt, dust, or sand. Leaving a tape in the unit for a long time. Cleaning cassettes are replaceable. After using the supplied cleaning cassette for the specified number of times, buy a replacement cleaning cassette.
Cleaning the terminal If the gold-plated terminals of a cassette become dirty, or dirt accumulates on the terminals, the correct remaining tape time may not be displayed. Clean the terminal with a swab once every ten times you eject that cassette.
About Moisture Condensation
If the unit or cassette is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside or outside the unit or tape. If you use the tape or video heads in this condition, the tape may adhere to the head drum, and the video heads or the tape may be damaged, or a malfunction may occur. When condensation occurs, the alarm messages % Z Moisture condensation. Eject the cassette. or % Moisture condensation. Turn off for 1H. appears. Moisture condensation is likely to occur under the following conditions: The unit or cassette is brought from the cold outdoors to a warm indoor location. The unit or cassette is brought from the air-conditioned indoors to the hot outdoors. The unit is used in a place subject to cold currents from an air conditioner. When bringing the unit or cassette from a cold place to a warm place or vice versa, put it in a plastic bag and seal the bag tightly. After bringing it into the new place, leave the bag on for more than one hour, and remove the bag when the air temperature inside it has reached the temperature surrounding it. If moisture condensation occurs Remove the cassette immediately. While the alarm indicator is displayed, you cannot operate the unit except to press the EJECT button. Turn off the power until the condensation disappears (approximately 1 hour). If the alarm message does not appear when you turn on the unit, and if % or Z does not blink when you insert a cassette and press the video operation button, you can use the unit again. If there is negligible condensation in the unit, this condensation may not be detected. In that case, the cassette may not be ejected for approximately 10 seconds. This is not a malfunction.

DVCAM format..4, 24

Menu.. 48 AUDIO SET.. 54 Contents. 50 DISPLAY SET.. 53 IN/OUT REC.. 50 OTHERS.. 57 Setting change. 48 Structure.. 49 TC/UB SET.. 56 VTR SET.. 55 MENU button. 7 Menu screen.. 18 mini DV cassette.. 20 Moisture condensation. 69
Editing...45 Transferring from a computer.47 Transferring to a computer.46 EE mode..8 EJECT button..22 END SEARCH button.17 EXEC button..7

Battery Change.. 17

FF button..8 Front panel...6 FS32K...39 FS48K...39
Cassette.. 20 Inserting/ejecting.. 21 Note on use. 68 Troubleshooting.. 60 Cassette memory.. 20 Cleaning cassette.. 68 CLOCK.. 58 COMPONENT OUT jack.. 13 Computer Editing machine.. 45 Connection.. 29, 36 CONTROL S jack.. 14 Copyright... 22 COUNTER SELECT button. 16
ON/STANDBY switch.. 6 OTHERS menu.. 57 Output signal during playback. 26 in EE mode. 25
HDV cassette..20 HDV format..4, 24 HDV/DV jack..14 Editing..45 Playback.30 Recording..37
PAUSE button.. 8 PLAY button.. 9 Playback.. 29 at various speed. 33 frame by frame.. 33 Troubleshooting. 60 Playing at various speed Button.. 16 Power Troubleshooting. 60
i.LINK...74 t HDV/DV jack IN/OUT REC menu..50 Index..40 INDEX MARK button.17 Index search..34 Indicator section.10 INPUT SELECT switch.6 Input signal during recording.26 in EE mode.25 Insulation sheet..17
Data code... 32 DATA CODE button.. 16 Data display screen. 18 Date search.. 34 DC IN jack.. 13 Digital hours meter. 70 Digital signal output during playback. 26 in EE mode. 25 DISPLAY OUTPUT switch. 6 DISPLAY SET menu.. 53 DOWN CONVERT.. 51 Drop Frame.. 24 Dubbing.. 44 i.LINK input.. 73 i.LINK output.. 72 S VIDEO/VIDEO jack. 71 DV cassette.. 20 DV format.. 4, 24 DVCAM cassette.. 20
Rear panel.. 12 REC button.. 8 Rechargeable battery.. 70 Recording... 36 Troubleshooting. 63 Recording format.. 24 during recording.. 26 Remaining tape time. 18 Remote Commander. 16 RESET button.. 13 REW button.. 9 REW&PLAY button. 16
LANC jack..12 License..70 Location and function of parts.6 Lock mode..24
S VIDEO jack.. 12 Scheduled maintenance. 70 Search... 34 SEARCH SELECT button. 16 Self-diagnosis.. 65 SHUTTLE MAX button. 16 Specifications.. 75 STOP button.. 9
TC/UB SET menu.. 56 Troubleshooting.. 59
Unlock mode.. 24 Usable cassette.. 20
VIDEO jack.. 12 VTR SET menu. 55