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Sony DSR-20/20P User Manual

Sony DSR-20/20P
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1998 by Sony Corporation
3-861-406-14(1)
Digital
Videocassette
Recorder
Operating Instructions page 1
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Mode d’emploi page 1
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DSR-20/20P
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Sony DSR-20/20P Specifications

General IconGeneral
Recording FormatDVCAM, DV
Power RequirementsAC 100-240V, 50/60Hz
Video InputComposite, S-Video
Video OutputComposite, S-Video
Audio InputXLR, RCA
Audio OutputRCA
Control InterfaceRS-422
Audio Recording Format16-bit PCM
Recording Time (DVCAM)Up to 184 minutes (with DVCAM-184 tape)
Tape Speed18.8 mm/s

Summary

Safety and Precautions

General Safety Guidelines

Essential safety precautions for operating the unit.

Regional and Safety Information

General Safety Precautions

Essential safety precautions for operating the unit.

Product Features

Recording and Playback Guidelines

Front Panel Layout

Display Section Details

Tape Transport Controls

Internal Controls and Switches

Remote/Local and Menu Controls

REMOTE/LOCAL switch, MENU, SET, and Arrow buttons.

Rear Panel Connections

Control and Data Ports

DV, LANC, CONTROL S, REMOTE, AC IN, DC IN connectors.

Remote Controller Functions

Playback Operations

Playback Connections

How to connect the VCR for playback.

DV Connector Playback

Connecting to digital video equipment using a DV connector.

Analog Playback Connections

Playback Without DV Jack

Connecting to equipment without a DV jack using analog interfaces.

Playback Setup

Performing Playback

Playback Procedure

Step-by-step instructions to start playback.

Playback Features

Variable Speed Playback

How to play back tapes at different speeds.

Tape Searching Methods

Index, Date, and Photo Search

How to search for recordings using index, date, or photo search.

Recording Operations

Recording Connections

How to connect the VCR for recording.

DV Connector Recording

Connecting to digital video equipment using a DV connector for recording.

Analog Recording Connections

Recording Without DV Jack

Connecting to equipment without DV jack using analog interfaces for recording.

Recording Setup

Recording Procedure

Starting the Recording Process

Step-by-step instructions to start recording.

Tape Duplication

Using the Duplicate Function

How to copy time codes from a source tape using the DUP button.

Connecting External Equipment

Editing Controller Connection

How to connect the VCR for editing operations.

Multi-Unit Duplication System

Creating a system for duplicating tapes using multiple units.

Menu Settings Configuration

Accessing Setup Menu

Procedure for accessing and modifying unit settings via the menu.

Detailed Menu Settings

Troubleshooting and Error Messages

Alarm Message Guide

List of messages appearing on screen and their meanings/remedies.

Usage Notes and Maintenance

Self-Diagnosis Function

Interpreting Self-Diagnosis Messages

Explains the self-diagnosis feature and error codes.

Technical Specifications

Input/Output and General Specs

List of connectors, power, operating temperature, and mass.

Format Compatibility

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