Sony DSR-V10 manual

3-862-931- 12 (2) ©1998 by Sony Corporation DSR-V10 Digital Video Cassette Recor der Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Mode d’emploi Avant d’utiliser cet appareil, veuillez lire attentivement ce mode d’emploi et conservez-le pour toute référence ultéri[...]

2 English WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. 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 u[...]

3 Before you begin / Avant de commencer Before you begin Using this manual 4 Checking supplied accessories 6 Identifying the parts 7 Basic operations Installing the AC adaptor/charger 11 Inserting a cassette 12 Playing back a tape 13 Various playback modes 15 Playing back a dual soundtrack tape 16 Playing back a tape repeatedly (Auto Repeat) 17 Adv[...]

4 Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony “Video Walkman” VCR. As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the VCR are shown in capital letters. e.g., Set the POWER switch to ON. Note on Cassette Memory This VCR is based on the DVCAM format. You can only use mini DVCAM cassettes with this VCR. We recommend you to use[...]

5 Before you begin / Avant de commencer Using this manual Precautions on VCR care • The LCD screen is made with high-precision technology. However, black points or bright points of light (red, blue or green) may appear constantly on the LCD screen. These points are not recorded on the tape. This is not a malfunction. (Effective dots: more than 99[...]

6 12 45 3 Check that the following accessories are supplied with your VCR. 1 AC-V700 AC adaptor/charger (1) (p. 11, 19) The shape of the plug varies from region to region. 2 DK-415 connecting cord (1) (p. 11) 3 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 31, 34, 36) 4 S video cable (1) (p. 31, 34, 36) 5 Hand strap (1) (p. 9) 6 DV cable (1) (p. 33, 40) Contents of[...]

7 Before you begin/ Avant de commencer Identifying the parts 1 LCD screen 2 LCD BRIGHT buttons (p. 13) 3 VOLUME buttons (p. 13) 4 EJECT knob (p. 12) 5 Cassette compartment (p. 12) 6 POWER lamp (p. 13) 7 Remote sensor Aim a Remote Commander (not supplied) here for remote control. 8 RESET button (bottom) (p. 60) 9 Control dial (p. 16, 22) !º MENU bu[...]

8 Identifying the parts !∞ r REC (recording) buttons and lamp (p. 36) !§ AUDIO DUB button (p. 39) !¶ DISPLAY button (p. 13) !• TC RESET button (p. 37) !ª REC ORG. TC button (p. 40) @º REC ORG. TC lamp (p. 40) @¡ & SLOW (slow) button (p. 15) @™ P PAUSE (pause) button and lamp (p. 15) @£ · PLAY (playback) button (p. 13) @¢ ) FF (fas[...]

9 Before you begin/ Avant de commencer Identifying the parts #™ PUSH OPEN button (p. 12) #£ LCD panel #¢ Hooks for hand strap #∞ Battery mounting surface (p. 11) #§ RELEASE knob Slide up to release the terminal cover when attaching an accessory (not supplied). #¶ DV IN/OUT jack (p. 33, 40) This “i.LINK” mark is a trademark of Sony Corpo[...]

10 Identifying the Parts Operation indicators 1 Tape transport mode indicator 2 Cassette Memory indicator (p. 4) 3 DVCAM indicator 4 Warning indicator (p. 70) 5 BRT (bright) indicator (p. 13)/VOL (volume) indicator (p. 13) 6 Time code indicator / Self-diagnosis display (p. 62) 7 Remaining tape indicator 8 DV IN indicator (p. 33) 9 Audio mode indica[...]

11 Basic operations /Opérations de base Use the supplied AC adaptor/charger. (1) Set the mode change switch to VCR/ CAMERA. (2) Connect the connecting cord to the DC OUT jack on the AC adaptor/charger. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. (4) While pressing the connecting plate of the connecting cord, slide it to the left so that it attach[...]

12 Inserting a cassette 1234 EJECT You can use mini DVCAM cassette with logo* only. Make sure that the power source is installed. (1) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) While pressing the small blue button, slide EJECT to the right. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens. (3) Insert a cassette with the window facin[...]

13 Basic operations /Opérations de base (1) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to ON. The POWER lamp (green) on the front lights up. (2) Press 0 to rewind the tape. (3) Press · to start playback. (4) Adjust the volume using VOLUME. You can also monitor the picture on a video monitor, after connecting the VCR to a vi[...]

14 Playing back a tape Using a Remote Commander You can operate this VCR using a Remote Commander supplied with a Sony product. Set COMMANDER in the menu system according to the remote control code of the Sony product. Note on the beep sound A beep sounds when you turn the power on. Several beeps also sound as a warning of any unusual condition of [...]

15 Basic operations /Opérations de base Playing back a tape Various playback modes To view a still picture (playback pause) Press P during playback. The PAUSE lamp (orange) lights up. To resume playback, press P or · . To locate a scene (picture search) Keep pressing 0 or ) during playback. To resume normal playback, release the button. To monito[...]

16 Playing back a tape Playing back a dual soundtrack tape When you play back a dual soundtrack tape, select the desired sound in the menu. (1) Press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select HiFi SOUND, then press the control dial. (3) Turn the control dial to select desired sound, then press the control dial. Normally select S[...]

17 Basic operations /Opérations de base Playing back a tape Playing back a tape repeatedly (Auto Repeat) You can play back all or part of the tape repeatedly. (1) Press AUTO REPEAT. The AUTO REPEAT button lights up in orange. (2) Press 0 to rewind the tape to the beginning. Playback starts. When the tape is played back until the first index, it is[...]

18 Accessory to be used Supplied AC adaptor/charger Battery pack NP-F730, NP-730H, NP-F750, NP-F930, NP-F950 Sony DC adaptor/charger DC-V700 Advanced operations Using alter native power sour ces Power source House current Battery pack 12 V or 24 V car battery You can choose any of the following power sources for your VCR: battery pack, house curren[...]

19 Advanced operations /Opérations avancées Using the battery pack This VCR operates with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (not supplied). If you use any other battery pack to operate your VCR, the VCR may not operate or the battery life may be shortened. “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Charging the battery pack (1) Set th[...]

20 Charging time Battery pack Charging time * NP-F730 250 (190) NP-F730H/F750 270 (210) NP-F930 330 (270) NP-F950 360 (300) Numbers in parentheses indicate the time for a normal charge. ( Normal charge ) * Approximate number of minutes to charge an empty battery pack fully using the supplied AC adaptor/charger. ( Full charge ) (Lower temperatures r[...]

21 Advanced operations /Opérations avancées Using alternative power sources Install the battery pack on the VCR While pressing the battery pack, slide it to the left so that it attaches to the battery mounting surface firmly. Note on the battery pack Do not carry the VCR by grasping the battery pack. To remove the battery pack While pressing BATT[...]

22 You can change the mode settings in the menu system to further enjoy the features and functions of the VCR. (1) Press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select the desired item, then press the control dial. Only the selected item is displayed. (3) Turn the control dial to select the desired mode, then press the control dial. [...]

23 Advanced operations /Opérations avancées Selecting the mode setting of each item COMMANDER <VTR1-6/OFF> • Select VTR1 - 6 when using a Remote Commander supplied with Sony product. • Select OFF when not using a Remote Commander or to prevent the unit from being operated by other Remote Commanders. HiFi SOUND <STEREO/1/2> • Nor[...]

24 Changing the mode settings LCD COLOR* Select this item and change the level of the indicator by turning the control dial to adjust the color intensity of the picture. LCD HUE* Select this item and change the level of the indicator by turning the control dial to adjust the hue of the picture. DISPLAY* <LCD or V-OUT/LCD> • Normally select [...]

25 Advanced operations /Opérations avancées Searching a scene Using the Remote Commander supplied with a Sony digital video camera recorder, you can search a scene with a date. You can also search a photo (still picture) recorded by the Sony digital video camera recorder. Refer to the operating instructions of the digital camera recorder for deta[...]

26 MENU CM SEARCH ON OFF 45 [a] [b] [c] JUL.5.1998 JUL.4.1998 DEC.31.1998 6 DATE 00 SEARCH Notes • The interval of the boundaries between the dates needs more than two minutes. The VCR may not search if the beginning of the recorded date is too close to the next one. • The short cursor on the screen suggests the date selected in the previous ti[...]

27 Advanced operations /Opérations avancées Searching a scene Searching for a photo - photo search/photo scan You can search for the recorded still picture - Photo Search function. There are two modes in Photo Search: • Using cassette memory, you can select the recorded date displayed. • Without using cassette memory. You can also search for [...]

28 Searching a scene Searching for a photo without using cassette memory - photo search You can use this function whether the tape has cassette memory or not. (1) Set the POWER switch to ON. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. (3) Turn the control dial to select the CM SEARCH, then press the control dial. (4) Turn the control dial to select OFF, th[...]

29 Advanced operations /Opérations avancées Searching a scene PHOTO 00 SCAN 2 Scanning photo - photo scan You can use this function whether the tape has cassette memory or not. (1) Set the POWER switch to ON. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the photo scan indicator appears. (3) Press = or + . Each photos are display[...]

30 Displaying r ecording data – data code function Using the Remote Commander supplied with a Sony digital video camera recorder, you can display recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) on the LCD screen during playback (Data Code). The Data Code is also displayed on the video monitor. Press DATA CODE of the Remote Commander [...]

31 Advanced operations /Opérations avancées IN S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO S VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO TV VCR [a] [b] S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN AUDIO IN Connect this VCR to another VCR or video monitor to watch the playback picture on the video monitor. Open the jack cover. Connect this VCR to the LINE IN inputs on the video monitor or VCR connected to the video monit[...]

32 Watching on a video monitor Pour afficher les indicateurs sur le moniteur vidéo Réglez DISPLAY sur V-OUT/LCD dans le menu et appuyez sur DISPLAY. Pour les désactiver, appuyez à nouveau sur DISPLAY. Pour raccorder un magnétoscope ou un moniteur vidéo sans prises d’entrée vidéo/audio Utilisez l’adaptateur RFU RFU-95UC (non fourni). Vis[...]

33 Advanced operations /Opérations avancées DV S VIDEO l LANC Editing onto another tape You can create your own video program by editing with any other DVCAM, mini DVCAM, h 8 mm, H Hi8, j VHS, k S-VHS,  VHSC, K S-VHSC or l Betamax VCR that has audio/video inputs. You can edit with little deterioration of picture and sound quality when using th[...]

34 Using the A/V connecting cable or S video connecting cable Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE. Notes on editing when using the A/V connecting cable • Press DISPLAY, DATA CODE and SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander (not supplied) to turn off the display indicators. Otherwise, the indicators will be recorded on the tape. • If the (reco[...]

35 Advanced operations /Opérations avancées Editing onto another tape Starting editing (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the (recording) VCR, and insert your recorded tape into this VCR. (2) Play back the recorded tape on this VCR until you locate the point where you want to start editing, then press P to set this V[...]

36 : Signal flow/Sens du signal You can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has video/audio outputs. Connect this (recording) VCR to the (playback) VCR or TV. Turn down the volume of this VCR while editing. Otherwise, picture distortion may occur. (1) Set the POWER switch to ON, and set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu system. ([...]

37 Advanced operations /Opérations avancées Recording from a VCR or TV Notes on connection • If the (recording) VCR is a monaural type, connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable for video to the VCR. Connect only the white or red plug for audio to the VCR. If you connect the white plug, the sound is L (left) signal. If you connect the[...]

38 You can record an audio sound to add to the original sound on a tape by connecting audio equipment . You can add a sound on your recorded tape by specifying starting and ending points. The original sound will not be erased. Do not connect the video (yellow) plug. Notes on audio dubbing • A new sound cannot be recorded on a tape already recorde[...]

39 Advanced operations /Opérations avancées MENU [] MENU AUDIO MIX ST1 ST2 : END Adding an audio sound on a recorded tape (1) Insert your recorded tape into the VCR. (2) Set the POWER switch to ON. (3) On this VCR, press · to set it to playback mode, and then locate the point where the recording should begin. Then press P to set it to playback p[...]

40 4 REC ORG.TC Duplicating the original tape You can copy the tape with the time code recorded. This function is useful to make a working tape from the original. Connecting VCRs Use this VCR as the recorder. Connect this VCR and the playback VCR at the DV IN/OUT jacks using the supplied DV cable. : Signal flow/Sens du signal Duplicating the tape ([...]

41 Advanced operations /Opérations avancées Duplicating the original tape To stop duplicating Press π . Note that this VCR may keep recording only the playback picture. Notes • This function works only when the DVCAM format playback signal is input through the DV IN/OUT jack. • The picture may not be recorded at the very beginning of recordi[...]

42 Additional information Compatibility of DVCAM and DV formats DVCAM format is developed as a more reliable and higher end format than consumer DV format. Here are explained about DVCAM and DV formats: the differences, compatibility, and limitations on editing. Differences between DVCAM and DV formats 1) There are two modes for audio recording, lo[...]

43 Additional information /Informations supplémentaires DVCAM and DV cassettes Both DVCAM and DV cassettes can be used on DVCAM or DV video equipment. The recording format of picture is defined according to recorder’s format as described below. This VCR complies with DVCAM format. Though DV cassettes can be used for recording, we recommend you t[...]

44 Source tape Player’s format Recorder’s format Recorded format Cassette source Format du lecteur Format de Format de l’enregistreur l’enregistrement DV-formatted 1) Formatée DV 1) DV-formatted Formatée DV DVCAM-formatted 3) Formatée DVCAM 3) DVCAM-formatted 3) Formatée DVCAM 3) Compatibilité lors du montage quand les prises DV sont u[...]

45 Additional information /Informations supplémentaires Compatibility of DVCAM and DV formats Limitations on editing You will find the following limitations when editing. • Due to the difference of a track pitch, you cannot record or edit on DV-formatted tapes using DVCAM video equipment. • Depending on signal conditions, you may not be able t[...]

46 Usable cassettes and playback modes Selecting cassette types You can use the mini DVCAM cassette only. You cannot use any other DV, h 8 mm, H Hi8, j VHS, k S-VHS,  VHSC, K S-VHSC or l Betamax cassette. We recommend mini DVCAM cassette with cassette memory. There are two types of mini DVCAM cassettes: with cassette memory and without cassette [...]

47 Additional information /Informations supplémentaires Notes on the mini DVCAM Cassette To prevent accidental erasure Slide out the protect tab on the cassette so that the red portion is visible. [a] When affixing a label on the mini DVCAM cassette Be sure to affix a label on only the location as illustrated below so as not to cause malfunction o[...]

48 Charging the vanadium-lithium battery in the VCR Your VCR is supplied with a vanadium-lithium battery installed so as to retain the menu settings, regardless of the setting of the POWER switch. The vanadium-lithium battery is always charged as long as you are using the VCR. The battery, however, will get discharged gradually if you do not use th[...]

49 Additional information /Informations supplémentaires MENU 2,6 MENU CM SEARCH DATA CODE LCD COLOR LCD HUE DISPLAY JOG AUDIO CLOCK SET [MENU]:END JAN 1 1998 12:00 00 AM MENU CLOCK SET [MENU]:END 1998 12 JAN 00 1 AM 3 1998 5 JUL 00 4 PM 1998 12 JUL 00 4 AM 1998 12 JUL 00 1 AM 1998 12 JAN 00 1 AM 1998 12 JAN 00 1 AM 5 4 1998 5 JUL 30 4 PM Resetting[...]

50 To correct the date and time setting Repeat steps 2 to 6. The year indicators changes as follows: Note on the time indicator The internal clock of this VCR operates on a 12- hour cycle. • 12:00 AM stands for midnight. • 12:00 PM stands for noon. Resetting the date and time 1998 1999 ..... 2000 ..... 2029 1998 1999 ..... 2000 ..... 2029 Régl[...]

51 Additional information /Informations supplémentaires Notes on “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium battery pack which can exchange data with compatible video equipment about its battery consumption. Sony recommends that you use the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack with video[...]

52 Notes on “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack To obtain more accurate remaining battery indication • If the indication seems incorrect, use up the battery pack and then recharge it fully (Full charge 1) ). Note that if you have used the battery in a hot or cold environment for long time, or you have repeated charging many times, the battery pack may[...]

53 Additional information /Informations supplémentaires Moisture condensation If the VCR is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside the VCR, on the surface of the tape, or on the head drum. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or the VCR may not operate correctly. To prevent[...]

54 Maintenance information and precautions Video head cleaning To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. The video heads may be dirty when: • mosaic-pattern noise appears on the playback picture • playback pictures do not move • playback pictures are hardly visible • playback pictures do not appear • the v indi[...]

55 Additional information /Informations supplémentaires Maintenance information and precautions Precautions VCR operation • Operate the VCR on 8.4 V (AC adaptor/ charger) or 7.2 V (battery pack). • Should any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug the VCR and have it checked by Sony dealer before operating it any further. • Avo[...]

56 Maintenance information and precautions On AC adaptor/charger Charging • Use only a lithium ion type battery pack. • Place the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration during charging. • The battery pack will get hot during charging. This is normal. Others • Unplug the AC adaptor/charger from the wall outlet when not in use for a[...]

57 Additional information /Informations supplémentaires Each country or area has its own electric and TV color systems. Before using your VCR abroad, check the following points. Power sources You can use your VCR in any country or area with the supplied AC adaptor/charger within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Use a commercially available AC plug ada[...]

58 Cause and/or corrective actions • The AC adaptor/charger is not connected to a wall outlet. m Connect the AC adaptor/charger to a wall outlet. (p. 11) • The battery pack is not installed. m Install the battery pack. (p. 19) • The battery is dead. m Use a charged battery pack. (p. 19) • The ambient temperature is too low. (p. 52) • The [...]

59 Additional information / Informations supplémentaires Cause and/or corrective actions • The video heads may be dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony DVM12CL (not supplied) cleaning cassette. (p. 54) • The video heads may be dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony DVM12CL (not supplied) cleaning cassette. (p. 54) • LCD BRIGHT is not adju[...]

60 Others Symptom While editing using the DV connecting cable, recording picture cannot be monitored. The VCR becomes warm. No function works though the power is on. The numbers or letters of 5 characters is displayed as a counter. AC adaptor/charger Symptom The VCR/CAMERA or CHARGE lamp does not light. The CHARGE lamp flashes. Corrective actions ?[...]

61 Additional information / Informations supplémentaires When the CHARGE lamp flashes Check through the following chart. Trouble check When the CHARGE lamp flashes again Install another battery pack. When the CHARGE lamp flashes again The problem is with the AC adaptor/ charger. Please contact your nearest Sony dealer in connection with the produc[...]

62 Cause and/or corrective actions • Moisture condensation has occurred. m Remove the cassette and leave the VCR for at least 1 hour. (p. 53) • The video heads are dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony DVM12CL cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p. 54) • You are using a battery pack that is not an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. m Use an “[...]

63 Additional information / Informations supplémentaires Cause et/ou mesures correctives • L’adaptateur/chargeur CA n’est pas raccordé à une prise murale. m Branchez l’adaptateur/chargeur CA sur une prise murale. (p. 11) • La batterie n’est pas installée. m Installez la batterie. (p. 19) • La batterie est à plat. m Utilisez une b[...]

64 Cause et/ou mesures correctives • La cassette stéréo est reproduite avec HiFi SOUND réglé sur 2 dans le menu système. m Réglez-le sur STEREO. (p. 16) • Le volume est au minimum. m Ouvrez le panneau LCD et appuyez sur VOLUME +. (p. 13) • AUDIO MIX est réglé sur le côté ST2 dans le menu système. m Réglez AUDIO MIX dans le menu sy[...]

65 Additional information / Informations supplémentaires Cause et/ou mesures correctives • Débranchez le câble de connexion DV et rebranchez-le ensuite à nouveau. • Lorsque le magnétoscope est sous tension depuis un certain temps, il s’échauffe; il ne s’agit cependant pas d’un dysfonctionnement. • Débranchez la fiche de connexion[...]

66 Dépannage Si le témoin CHARGE ne clignote plus Si le témoin CHARGE s’allume et s’éteint au bout d’un moment, le problème se situe au niveau de la batterie installée en premier lieu. Retirez la batterie de l’adaptateur/ chargeur CA. Réinstallez ensuite la même batterie. Si le témoin CHARGE clignote encore Installez une autre batt[...]

67 Additional information / Informations supplémentaires Cause et/ou mesures correctives • De l’humidité s’est condensée. m Retirez la cassette et laissez le magnétoscope pendant au moins 1 heure. (p. 53) • Les têtes vidéo sont encrassées. m Nettoyez les têtes au moyen d’une cassette de nettoyage DVM12CL Sony (non fournie). (p. 54[...]

68 English Specifications VCR System Video recording system Two rotary heads, Helical scanning system Audio recording system Rotary heads, PCM system Quantization: Fs 32kHz (12bits, stereo 1, stereo 2), Fs 48kHz (16bits, stereo) Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette Mini DVCAM cassette with logo printed Tape speed SSP: Approx. 28.2[...]

69 Additional information / Informations supplémentaires Français Spécifications Magnétoscope Système Système d’enregistrement vidéo Deux têtes rotatives, système de balayage hélicoïdal Système d’enregistrement audio Têtes rotatives, système PCM Quantification: Fs 32 kHz (12-bit, stéréo 1, stéréo 2), Fs 48 kHz (16-bit, stéré[...]

70 W ar ning indicators If the indicators flash on the LCD screen, check the following: : you can hear the beep sound when BEEP is set to ON in the menu system. 1 The battery is weak or dead. Slow flashing: The battery is weak. Fast flashing: The battery is dead. Depending on conditions, the i indicator may flash, even if there are 5 to 10 minutes [...]

71 Additional information / Informations supplémentaires Warning indicators 5 The tab on the tape is out (red). 6 Moisture condensation has occurred. (p. 53) 7 The video heads may be contaminated. (p. 54) 8 The clock is not set. When this message appears though you set the date and time, the vanadium-lithium battery is discharged. Charge the vanad[...]

Sony Corporation Printed in Japan Index A Auto Repeat ................................ 17 B BEEP ............................................ 14 C Car battery .................................. 21 Charging battery pack .............. 19 Cleaning video heads ................ 54 Cleaning LCD screen ................ 55 Color TV system ................[...]