Sony DSR-200 manual

DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E 3-858-622- 22 (1) ©1996 by Sony Corporation DSR-200 Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Owner‘s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these nu[...]

2 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E W ARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. For the customers in the U.S.A. WARNING This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protecti[...]

3 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E T able of contents Before you begin Using this manual ................................... 4 Checking supplied accessories .............. 5 Identifying the parts ................................ 6 Attaching optional accessories ............ 17 Getting started Attaching the viewfinder ..................... 20 Charging[...]

4 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the digital camcorder are shown in capital letters. e.g. Set the POWER switch to ON. As indicated with ≥ in the illustrations, you can hear the beep sound to confirm your operation. Note on TV color systems TV color systems differ from country to country. To[...]

5 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Before you begin Check that the following accessories are supplied with your digital camcorder. Checking supplied accessories 123 4 5 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p.11) 2 CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p. 77) The lithium battery is already installed in your digital camcorder. 3 size AA (R6) battery for Remote Comma[...]

DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E 6 Identifying the parts 1 Stopper (p. 20) Lift up and hold to remove the viewfinder. 2 Viewfinder (p. 20, 27, 87) 3 Viewfinder adjustment ring (p. 27) 4 PUSH button (p. 87) Press and hold to raise the eyecup. 5 Viewfinder release lever (p. 32) Push forward to move the position of the viewfinder front and back. 6 Focus[...]

7 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Before you begin @™ Microphone holder attaching point @£ TALLY lamp (p. 27) Lights while recording and when the battery becomes low. @¢ CONTR knob (p. 27) Turn to adjust the viewfinder’s contrast. @∞ TALLY switch (p. 27) Set to select TALLY lamp ON/OFF. @§ Front Remote Commander sensor (p. 14) @¶ Grip @•[...]

DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E 8 Identifying the parts $• %¢ %∞ %• %§ %¶ $ª %º %™ %£ #• #¶ #ª $º $¡ $§ $¶ %¡ $¢ $∞ $™ $£ #¶ Eyecup #• VIEW FINDER jack (p. 20) #ª S VIDEO OUT jack (p. 34) $º RFU DC OUT jack (p. 35) $¡ DV IN/OUT jack (p. 73) Connect DV products using the connecting DV cable. $™ CH-1 LINE/MIC switc[...]

9 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Before you begin %ª ^º ^™ ^¢ ^∞ ^§ ^¶ ^¡ ^£ &º &¡ &™ &£ ^ª ^• %ª SHUTTER SPEED dial and AUTO/MANUAL switch (p. 54) ^º DIGITAL MODE switch (p. 30, 44) Set to select the OVERLAP or D ZOOM mode. ^¡ GAIN dial and AGC/MANUAL switch (p. 57) ^™ STEADY SHOT switch (p. 67) ^£ WHT BAL [...]

DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E 10 Identifying the parts &¢ &¶ &• &ª &§ *¡ *º *£ *™ &∞ *¢ *∞ *§ *¶ r REC switch (recording) & SLOW button (slow speed playback) ' / 7 FRAME button (direction select/ frame-by-frame) *¢ MONITOR LEVEL dial (p. 28) Turn to adjust the volume level of the headphones and b[...]

11 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Before you begin 2 1 3 4 5 7 8 9 !¡ !º 6 Remote Commander The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the digital camcorder function identically. 1 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control the digital camcorder after turning on the digital camcorder. 2 PHOTO button (p.45) 3 DISP[...]

12 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E To prepare the Remote Commander To use the Remote Commander, you must insert two size AA (R6) batteries. Use the supplied size AA (R6) batteries. ( 1 ) Remove the battery cover from the Remote Commander. ( 2 ) Insert both of the size AA (R6) batteries with correct polarity. ( 3 ) Put the battery cover back onto the[...]

13 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Before you begin MENU D ZOOM OFF ZEBRA COMMANDER BEEP FRAME REC INT REC SLOW SHTR [ MENU ] : END MENU COMMANDER VTR4 OFF ID ID SET [ MENU ] : END MENU COMMANDER VTR4 OFF ID ID SET COMMANDER [ STOP ] : ID SET MENU ID VTR 4 STOP 4 1 5 2 3 VTR 2 About the ID of the Remote Commander You can avoid having the digital cam[...]

14 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Remote control direction Aim the Remote Commander at either of the two remote commander sensors. The range of the Remote Commander is about 16 feet (about 5 m) indoors. Use the Remote Commander as close to flat as possible, otherwise it may not work. Notes on the Remote Commander • Keep the Remote Commander senso[...]

15 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Before you begin T W 0 :13 : 46: 05 1 4 3 5 6 7 8 2 I 170 m i n 48k PHOTO CP DV 1 0 0 0 F 2 . 8 0 dB FADER STBY ON ND DV IN !£ 9 !¡ 0 !∞ !§ !¢ !ª !• !¶ !™ 1 Manual focusing indicator (p. 52) appears when focusing far, appears when focusing close. 2 ND filter indicator (p. 62) 3 White balance indicator ([...]

16 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E DVCAM HM S F min AM F 14 35 6 27 8 9 In the display window Identifying the parts 1 Time code 2 Warning indicators (p. 95) 3 DVCAM indicator Lights up when using a DVCAM-formatted cassette. 4 Flash indicator 5 Date/aperture indicator (p. 72, 53) 6 Remaining battery indicator (p. 83) 7 Time indicator 8 Remaining tape[...]

17 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Before you begin Attaching optional accessories Attaching digital camcorder to the tripod adaptor Use the VCT-U14 tripod adaptor (not supplied). Once the tripod adaptor has been attached to the tripod stand, then you may attach the digital camcorder. ( 1 ) Attach the tripod adaptor to the tripod. ( 2 ) Attach the d[...]

18 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Attaching the external microphone with XLR connector When using the ECM-672 external microphone (not supplied), attach the CAC-12 microphone holder (not supplied) to the digital camcorder. ( 1 ) Remove the screws from the top of the viewfinder. Remove the spacer from the screws. They are unnecessary when attaching [...]

19 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Before you begin [ d ] CHECK Attaching the battery adaptor The NPA-10000 battery adaptor (not supplied), can hold up to 3 battery packs NP-F930, NP-F730 or NP-720 (not supplied). Attach the adaptor to the digital camcorder. ( 1 ) Release the lock and open the cover. ( 2 ) Insert the battery packs in the direction o[...]

20 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E VIEW FINDER Before using the digital camcorder, attach the viewfinder. ( 1 ) Loosen the viewfinder release ring. ( 2 ) Slide the viewfinder onto the attaching plate. ( 3 ) Adjust the position of the viewfinder, then tighten the viewfinder release ring. ( 4 ) Attach the 8 pin connector to the VIEW FINDER jack on the[...]

21 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Getting started Charging and installing the battery pack Before using your digital camcorder, you first need to charge and install the battery pack (not supplied). To charge the battery pack, use the AC-V615 AC power adaptor (not supplied). This digital camcorder does not interface with “InfoLITHIUM” batteries.[...]

22 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Battery life Battery Continuous Typical recording pack recording time 1) time 2) NP-F930 120 (110) 75 (70) NP-F730/720 80 (75) 50 (45) NP-F930 (x3) 3) 360 (330) 225 (210) Charging and installing the battery pack Notes on charging the battery pack • The CHARGE lamp will remain lit for a while even if the battery p[...]

23 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Getting started Installing the battery pack Insert the battery pack in the direction of the $ mark on the battery pack. Slide the battery pack down until it catches on the battery release and clicks. To remove the battery pack While pressing BATT, lift the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow. BATT[...]

24 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Inserting a cassette Use a standard DVCAM cassette with logo*. Make sure that a power source is installed. We recommend you set the POWER switch to ON before inserting the cassette. ( 1 ) Open the cassette compartment cover. ( 2 ) Insert a cassette (not supplied) with the tab upwards, and the window facing out and [...]

25 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Getting started To eject the cassette Open the cassette compartment cover and press 6 . After the cassette rises, take it out, then close the cover. You cannot eject the cassette while C MEMORY appears in the viewfinder because the digital camcorder is still writing information into the cassette memory. After C MEM[...]

26 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Make sure that the power source is installed and a cassette is inserted and that AUTO LOCK is set to ON. When AUTO LOCK is set to ON, all settings are automatically adjusted to best suit your shooting environment. Before you record one-time events, you may want to make a trial recording to make su re that the digit[...]

27 Basic operations DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E When ND ON flashes in the viewfinder Set ND FILTER to ON. To stop recording momentarily [a] Press START/STOP again. The “STBY” indicator appears in the viewfinder (Standby mode) . To finish recording [b] Press START/STOP again. Turn STANDBY down to LOCK, and set the POWER switch to OFF. Then, e[...]

28 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Camera recording Note on recording When you record from the beginning of a tape, run the tape by recording for about 15 seconds before you start the actual recording. This will ensure that you won’t miss any start-up scenes when you play back the tape. Note on Standby mode If you leave the digital camcorder in St[...]

29 Basic operations DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E To select Fs 48k [a] or Fs 32k [b] recording mode Set AUDIO MODE to Fs 48k (16 bit) so that you can get higher sound quality. In Fs 48k mode, the digital camcorder records one video sector [ c ] and one audio sector [ d ] . In the viewfinder the “48k” indicator appears. Set AUDIO MODE to Fs 32k[...]

30 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E [a] T W T W [b] T W T W W T Using the zoom feature Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the scene. “T” side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) “W” side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away) Zooming speed (Variable speed zooming) Press the power zoom [...]

31 Basic operations DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E 120° 90° When shooting with the digital camcorder on your shoulder, you’ll get better results by holding the digital camcorder according to the following suggestions: • Place the digital camcorder on your shoulder and secure it with the grip strap so that you can easily manipulate the control[...]

32 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Hints for better shooting • You can move the viewfinder up to about 1 3/16 inches (30 mm) laterally. Turn the lock ring to release the viewfinder, and then move it. Turn back the lock ring to fix the viewfinder in place [ e ] . • You can move the viewfinder up to about 1 3/16 inches (30 mm) lengthwise. Turn the[...]

33 Basic operations DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Using EDITSEARCH, you can review the last recorded scene or check the recorded picture in the viewfinder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to ON and then set CAMCORDER/VTR to CAMCORDER. ( 2 ) Turn STANDBY up to STANDBY. ( 3 ) Press the Р( Π) side of EDITSEARCH momentarily; the last few seconds of th[...]

34 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E You can use this digital camcorder as a VCR by connecting it to monitor for playback. There are some ways to connect the digital camcorder to monitor. When monitoring the playback picture by connecting the digital camcorder to monitor, we recommend you to use house current for power source. Connecting directly to a[...]

35 Basic operations DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E If your monitor is already connected to a VCR Open the jack cover and connect the digital camcorder to the LINE IN inputs on the VCR by using the supplied A/V connecting cable. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE. Set the monitor/VCR selector on the monitor to VCR. If your monitor or VCR has [...]

36 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E CAMCORDER VTR STOP REW PLAY FF PAUSE REC 1 2 3 4 POWER OFF ON Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can also monitor the picture on a monitor screen, after connecting the digital camcorder to a monitor or VCR. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to ON ( 2 ) Set CAMCORDER/VTR to VTR.[...]

37 Basic operations DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Note on DV-formatted tapes You can play back DV-formatted tapes on this digital camcorder if the tape is recorded in SP mode. “DV” appears in the viewfinder during playback. You cannot play back DV-formatted tapes recorded in LP mode. Various playback modes To view a still picture (playback pau[...]

38 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Advanced operations Using alter native power sour ces You can choose any of the following power sources for your digital camcorder: battery pack and the house current. Choose the appropriate power source depending on where you want to use your digital camcorder. Place Indoors Outdoors Accessory to be used (not supp[...]

39 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Advanced operations Charging the attached battery pack After connecting the power cord to the wall outlet and setting the POWER switch on the digital camcorder to OFF, you can charge the battery pack in either of the following two ways: • Charging the battery pack attached to the digital camcorder Leave the batte[...]

40 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E 1 1 2 1 2 2 3 CAMCORDER VTR MENU D ZOOM OFF ZEBRA COMMANDER BEEP FRAME REC INT REC SLOW SHTR [ MENU ] : END MENU COMMANDER VTR4 BEEP AUDIO MIX CM SEARCH DATA CODE CLOCK SET [ MENU ] : END MENU D ZOOM OFF ZEBRA COMMANDER BEEP FRAME REC INT REC SLOW SHTR [ MENU ] : END MENU D ZOOM ZEBRA OFF COMMANDER BEEP FRAME REC I[...]

41 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Advanced operations Selecting the mode setting of each item Items for both CAMCORDER and VTR modes COMMANDER* <VTR4/OFF/ID/ID SET> • Normally select VTR4. • Select OFF when not using the Remote Commander. • Select ID when using the Remote Commander with the ID number set. • Select ID SET when setting [...]

42 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E CUSTOM* <RETURN> <SET> <COLOR LEV/SHARPNESS/WB SHIFT/AE SHIFT> <RESET> • Select RETURN to return to the menu to change other menu items. • Select SET to set custom preset ON or OFF. • Select COLOR LEV/SHARPNESS/WB SHIFT/AE SHIFT to preset the color intensity (COLOR LEV), sharpness (SHA[...]

43 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Advanced operations When fading in, the picture gradually fades in from black while the sound increases. When fading out, the picture gradually fades to black while the sound decreases. To use fade-in and fade-out, press FADER/OVERLAP to display FADER in the viewfinder. When fading in [a] ( 1 ) While the digital ca[...]

44 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E STBY REC 1 2 3 FADER OVERLAP DIGITAL MODE ZOOM OVERLAP FADER/ OVERLAP START/STOP LOCK STANDBY PHOTO STANDBY OVERLAP Overlapping two pictur es When using the overlap function, the picture gradually fades in over a still picture of the last scene recorded. ( 1 ) While the digital camcorder is in Standby mode, set DIG[...]

45 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Advanced operations START/STOP LOCK STANDBY PHOTO STANDBY 1 2, 3 PHOTO Photo recor ding You can record a still picture like a photograph for about seven seconds. This mode is useful when you want to enjoy a picture such as a photograph or when you print a picture using a video printer (not supplied). ( 1 ) Turn STA[...]

46 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E MENU 1 MENU D ZOOM OFF ZEBRA COMMANDER BEEP FRAME REC INT REC SLOW SHTR [ MENU ] : END INTERVAL REC RETURN SET INTERVAL REC TIME [ RETURN ] : MENU INTERVAL REC SET OFF ON [ MENU ] : END INTERVAL REC REC TIME 0.2SEC 0.5SEC 1SEC 2SEC [ MENU ] : END INTERVAL REC RETURN SET INTERVAL REC TIME 2SEC [ RETURN ] : MENU INTE[...]

47 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Advanced operations 1 2 3 5 MENU D ZOOM OFF ZEBRA COMMANDER BEEP FRAME REC INT REC SLOW SHTR [ MENU ] : END MENU FRAME REC OFF ON [ MENU ] : END MENU D ZOOM ZEBRA COMMANDER BEEP FRAME REC ON INT REC SLOW SHTR [ MENU ] : END START/STOP MENU Cut r ecording You can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect u[...]

48 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Selecting automatic or manual mode The digital camcorder’s automatic functions offer you worry-free operation under most shooting conditions. But in some circumstances, manual adjustment is better for creative recording. You can adjust focus, aperture, shutter speed, gain, and white balance automatically or manua[...]

49 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Advanced operations When to adjust aperture, shutter speed, and gain manually When selecting one of aperture, shutter speed, or gain to be adjusted manually and leaving the remaining two in automatic adjustment, the remaining two automatic settings adjust their values based on the value of that one manual setting. [...]

50 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E [a] [b] [c] [d] Focusing manually When to use manual focus In the following cases you should obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually. • Insufficient light [ a ] • Subjects with little contrast - walls, sky, etc. [ b ] • Too much brightness behind the subject [ c ] • Horizontal stripes [ d ] ?[...]

51 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Advanced operations 1 2 34 PUSH AUTO FOCUS AUTO MANU INFINITY T W W T W T T W Focusing manually When focusing manually, first focus in telephoto before recording, and then reset the shot length. ( 1 ) Set FOCUS to MANU. The f indicator appears in the viewfinder. ( 2 ) Press the power zoom button on the “T” side[...]

52 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E To return to autofocus mode Set FOCUS to AUTO. The f indicator in the viewfinder disappears. Shooting in relatively dark places Shoot at wide-angle after focusing in the telephoto position. Shooting in fast-moving subjects relatively bright places Shoot at wide-angle. To record a very distant subject Push FOCUS dow[...]

53 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Advanced operations 12 3 ON OFF AUTO LOCK IRIS O P E N C L O S E AUTO MANUAL [ a ][ b ] Adjusting the aperture If the difference between the brightness of the subject and the background is too great, adjust the aperture manually. When the aperture opens (lowering the F value), focal point becomes smaller (reducing [...]

54 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Adjusting the shutter speed Adjust the shutter speed to control the picture quality. When recording sports events, for example, use a high speed shutter to record fast moving objects clearly. You can select from 6 different shutter speeds SLOW, 60, 100, 250, 1000 and PRESET. SLOW and PRESET have their own menus. Re[...]

55 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Advanced operations To adjust the SLOW SHTR (shutter) or S (shutter) PRESET menu items When you want to make a dark scene look brighter or give an object the appearance of motion, use a slow shutter. Select speed from SLOW SHTR menu. When you want to choose a shutter, set dial to PRESET, then select the appropriate[...]

56 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Adjusting the shutter speed Shutter speed 1/500 – 1/10000 1/100 – 1/500 1/100 To select the Best Shutter Speed Concerning shooting conditions and brightness, refer to the following chart to adjust shutter speed accordingly. Subject • A golf swing or tennis match in fine weather • A landscape shot from a mov[...]

57 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Advanced operations 1 2 3 ON OFF AUTO LOCK GAIN -3 09 36 PRESET AGC MANUAL Adjusting the gain If the picture is too dark even with the aperture fully open, and using the slowest acceptable shutter speed, adjust the gain to make the picture as bright as necessary. When shooting night scenes in automatic setting, the[...]

58 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E 2 3 1 MENU MENU D ZOOM OFF ZEBRA COMMANDER BEEP FRAME REC INT REC SLOW SHTR [ MENU ] : END MENU 6dB 9dB 12dB 15dB G PRESET 18dB [ MENU ] : END MENU BEEP FRAME REC INT REC SLOW SHTR S PRESET G PRESET 15dB AGC LIMIT [ MENU ] : END To adjust the G (gain) PRESET menu item When you want to choose a gain setting higher t[...]

59 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Advanced operations [ a ][ b ][ c ][ d ] ∑ Adjusting the white balance White balance is the adjustment to make white subjects look white and to obtain a more natural color balance. You can obtain better results by adjusting the white balance manually when lighting conditions change quickly or when recording outdo[...]

60 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Adjusting white balance manually ( 1 ) Set AUTO LOCK to OFF. ( 2 ) Set ATW/MANUAL under the WHT BAL dial to MANUAL. ( 3 ) Turn WHT BAL to select a white balance. Usually select e (3200K) (indoor mode) or w (5800K) (outdoor mode). To fix the white balance by using one-push white balance, select ∑ and see “ Locki[...]

61 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Advanced operations Notes on the ∑ indicator in the viewfinder • The indicator means: Slow flashing: white balance is not adjusted Fast flashing: white balance is being adjusted (after you pressed WHITE BALANCE ∑ ) Lit steady: white balance has been adjusted. • If the ∑ indicator keeps flashing even when [...]

62 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E [a] [b] FILTER ND ON OFF FILTER ND ON OFF ND ON ND OFF ND Using the ND filter The digital camcorder automatically senses the need for the ND filter, in such a case, ND ON/OFF flashes in the display. Using the ND filter (to filter down to one-tenth the quantity of light), you can prevent the picture from going out o[...]

63 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Advanced operations You can set the digital camcorder to display a zebra pattern (diagonal stripes) [ a ] in the portion of the picture in the viewfinder where the brightness exceeds a certain level. The portion of the picture where the zebra pattern appears is an area of high brightness and overexposure. You can c[...]

64 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Adjusting the recor ding sound CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2 MIC FRONT MIC FRONT — Built-in mic: L Built-in mic: R Stereo External mic: L External mic: R Monaural External mic: Mono External mic: Mono LINE — Built-in mic: L+R Stereo External mic: L+R XLR LINE Monaural External mic: Mono MIC REAR — Built-in mic: L+R Ste[...]

65 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Advanced operations Checking the recording level Use the level indicator in the display window. If the input level is excessive, the PEAK indicator lights. If the PEAK indicator remains lit, adjust the recording sound manually. Adjusting the recording level automatically Set REC LEVEL to AUTO. Adjusting the recordi[...]

66 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E To attenuate the recording level Attenuate the recording level when recording very loud sounds. • When using the built-in microphone or external microphone. Set the MIC switch to ATT. Normally set off (green position). • When connecting an external microphone to AUDIO IN (CH-1/CH-2) input connector. Set ATT (RE[...]

67 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Advanced operations ON OFF STEADY SHOT Releasing the STEADY SHOT function When you shoot, the Ó indicator appears in the viewfinder. This indicates that the Steady Shot function is working and the digital camcorder compensates for camera- shake. When you attach the digital camcorder to a tripod, you need not worry[...]

68 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E 1 2 3 4 5 MENU D ZOOM OFF ZEBRA COMMANDER BEEP FRAME REC INT REC SLOW SHTR [ MENU ] : END CUSTOM PRESET RETURN SET COLOR LEV SHARPNESS WB SHIFT AE SHIFT RESET [ RETURN ] : MENU CUSTOM PRESET SET OFF ON [ MENU ] : END CUSTOM PRESET RETURN SET ON COLOR LEV SHARPNESS WB SHIFT AE SHIFT RESET [ RETURN ] : MENU CUSTOM PR[...]

69 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Advanced operations To turn off custom preset ( 1 ) While the digital camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU. ( 2 ) Press or to select CUSTOM, then press EXECUTE. ( 3 ) Press to select SET, then press EXECUTE. ( 4 ) Press to select OFF, then press EXECUTE. goes off in the viewfinder. ( 5 ) Press MENU to erase the[...]

70 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Searching the r ecor ded picture When you use a cassette memory-mounted DVCAM cassette ( logo*) which can store the recorded date and time, etc., you can search the recorded picture with the date or time using the Remote Commander ( Cassette memory search ). You can also search the photo-recorded pictures only, or [...]

71 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Advanced operations Searching the recorded picture without using cassette memory ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to ON, then set CAMCORDER/VTR to VTR. ( 2 ) Open the cover, press MENU to display the menu in the viewfinder. ( 3 ) Set CM SEARCH to OFF in the menu system. ( 4 ) Press MENU to erase the menu display. ( 5 ) P[...]

72 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E You can display the date and time as well as system data and when you recorded ( Data Code ), on the TV during playback or editing. The Data Code is also displayed in the viewfinder and the display window. Press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander while playing back. Each time you press DATA CODE, the indicator cycle[...]

73 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Advanced operations Editing onto another tape You can create your own video programs by editing with any other VCRs that have DV IN or video/audio inputs. Note that cassette memory data is not recorded on the edited tape. You can edit with little deterioration of picture and sound quality when using the DV connecti[...]

74 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Editing onto another tape Starting editing ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to ON and then set CAMCORDER/VTR to VTR. ( 2 ) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the recording VCR. Then insert your recorded tape into the digital camcorder. ( 3 ) Play back the recorded tape on the digital camcorder u[...]

75 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Advanced operations Audio dubbing If you recorded in Fs 32k (12 bit) recording mode, you can add stereo narration or music to the recording. Making connections To use additional audio line in [a] Connect the LINE OUT jacks of a audio source to the rear AUDIO IN jacks of the digital camcorder using an audio connecti[...]

76 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Audio dubbing Recording ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to ON and then set CAMCORDER/VTR to VTR. ( 2 ) Open the cover, press · , then ) or 0 , to search for the start and end points of the recording. ( 3 ) Press P at the start point of the recording. ( 4 ) Press AUDIO DUB . ( 5 ) Adjust the recording volume. ( 6 ) Pres[...]

Additional information DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E 77 Additional information Changing the lithium battery in the digital camcor der Your digital camcorder is supplied with a lithium battery installed. When the battery becomes weak or dead, the I indicator flashes in the viewfinder for about 5 seconds when you set the digital camcorder to CAMCORD[...]

78 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Changing the lithium battery in the digital camcorder Changing the lithium battery When replacing the lithium battery, keep the battery pack or other power source attached. Otherwise, you will need to reset the date, time and other items in the menu system retained by the lithium battery. ( 1 ) Open the lid of the [...]

Additional information DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E 79 MENU 1997 7 4 CLOCK SET 8 00 AM [ MENU ] : END MENU 1997 7 4 CLOCK SET 8 00 AM [ MENU ] : END MENU 1997 7 4 CLOCK SET 12 00 AM [ MENU ] : END MENU 1997 7 4 CLOCK SET 12 00 AM [ MENU ] : END MENU 1997 7 1 CLOCK SET 12 00 AM [ MENU ] : END MENU 1997 7 1 CLOCK SET 12 00 AM [ MENU ] : END MENU D [...]

80 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E DVCAM format is developed as a more reliable and higher end format than consumer DV format. Here are explained about DVCAM and DV formats: the differences, compatibility, and limitations on editing. Differences between DVCAM and DV formats Item DVCAM DV Track pitch 15 µ m 10 µ m Audio sampling 12 bit: 32 kHz 12 b[...]

Additional information DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E 81 Compatibility on editing using DV connectors When this digital camcorder is connected to other DVCAM or DV video equipment using DV connectors, the recording format of edited tapes is defined according to recorder’s format as described below. Source tape Player’s format Recorder’s forma[...]

82 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Notes on video cassettes Usable cassettes We recommend using a standard DVCAM cassette You can get the highest quality pictures with this digital camcorder using a standard DVCAM cassette which is the highest quality cassette. You may not get as good a quality with lesser cassettes. You cannot use any other mini DV[...]

Additional information DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E 83 Tips for using the battery pack This section shows you how you can get the most out of your battery pack. Preparing the battery pack Always carry additional batteries Have sufficient battery pack power to do 2 to 3 times as much recording as you have planned. Battery life is shorter in a cold[...]

84 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E The switch on the battery pack This switch is provided so that you can mark the charged battery pack. Set the switch to the “green mark” position when charging is completed. (When removed from the charging adaptor, the switch exposes the green mark. When removed from your digital camcorder, no mark is indicated[...]

Additional information DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E 85 Maintenance infor mation and pr ecautions Moisture condensation If the digital camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside the digital camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head dru[...]

86 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E 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 • the playback picture does not appear • the v indicato[...]

Additional information DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E 87 Removing dust from inside the viewfinder ( 1 ) While pressing PUSH, open the viewfinder. ( 2 ) Clean the surface with a commercially available blower. ( 3 ) Close the viewfinder until it clicks. Precautions Digital camcorder operation • Operate the digital camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) [...]

88 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Digital camcorder care • When the digital camcorder is not to be used for a long time, disconnect the power source and remove the tape. Periodically turn on the power, operate the camera and player sections and play back a tape for about 3 minutes. • Clean the lens with a soft brush to remove dust. If there are[...]

Additional information DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E 89 Using your digital camcorder abr oad Each country has its own electric and TV color systems. Before using your digital camcorder abroad, check the following points. Power sources You can use your digital camcorder in any country with the AC-V615 AC power adaptor within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/6[...]

DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E 90 T r ouble check If you run into any problem using the digital camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. Should the difficulty persist, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Digital camcorder Power Symptom The power is not on. The po[...]

91 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Additional information Symptom The tape does not move when a video control button is pressed. The Steady Shot function does not activate. The autofocusing function does not work. The microphone does not work while recording. Built-in microphone sound does not record in stereo when monitoring by headphone or line ou[...]

DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E 92 Cause and/or Corrective Action Symptom The image on the viewfinder screen is not clear. A vertical band appears when a subject such as lights or a candle flame is shot against a dark background. A vertical band appears when shooting a very bright subject. The picture is “noisy” or hardly visible. v indicator fl[...]

93 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Additional information AC power adaptor Remove the battery pack from the AC power adaptor. Then install the same battery pack again. When the CHARGE lamp flashes again Install another battery pack. When the CHARGE lamp flashes again The problem is with the AC power adaptor. Please contact your nearest Sony dealer i[...]

DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E 94 Specifications System Video recording system Two rotary heads, Helical scanning system Audio recording system Two rotary heads, PCM system Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette DVCAM logo printed cassette Recording / Playback time (using PDV-184ME cassette) 184 min. Fastforward/rewind time Approx. [...]

95 DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Additional information W arning indicators If indicators flash in the viewfinder, or a caution lamp on the digital camcorder flashes, check the following: ≥ : you can hear the beep sound when the BEEP is set to ON. 12 3 4 56 7 8 90 5min C MEMORY 1 The battery is weak or dead. Slow flashing: The battery is weak. F[...]

DSR-200 U/C 3-858-622-22(1). E Sony Corporation Printed in Japan A, B Adjusting viewfinder ............ 27 AE SHIFT ................................ 68 AUDIO MODE ....................... 29 AUDIO MONITOR ................ 65 Auto focus .............................. 51 AUTO LOCK .......................... 48 BEEP ....................................[...]