Why is my Sony DSR-45A Remote Commander not working?
If the Remote Commander or Remote Control Unit isn't working with your Sony VCR, check the setting of COMMANDER on the OTHERS menu and adjust it to match the device you are using.
Why is the time code not being recorded on my Sony DSR-45A VCR?
If your Sony VCR is not recording the time code of the input DV signal even when DV IN TC on the TC/UB SET menu is set to EXTERNAL, ensure REC MODE on the VTR SET menu is set to DVCAM. Also, confirm that the editing software you are using is outputting a time code and that the INPUT SELECT selector is set to DV.
What to do if duplication doesn't function on Sony DSR-45A?
If you're having trouble with duplication on your Sony VCR, check the STOP/CAUTION No. and any warning messages displayed on the LCD monitor, and take the appropriate action.
How to record using the Remote Control Unit on Sony DSR-45A?
If you cannot make the Sony VCR record using the Remote Control Unit (DSRM-10/20), press the PLAY button while holding the REC button down on the Remote Control Unit.
Why does the pause mode release automatically on my Sony DSR-45A?
To prevent the pause mode of recording, audio dubbing, or duplicating from being automatically released on your Sony VCR, note that the unit goes into stop mode after the pause mode continues for more than five minutes to protect the tape and video heads.
Why can't I do audio dubbing on my Sony DSR-45A?
If you are experiencing issues with audio dubbing on your Sony VCR, ensure you are using a DVCAM-formatted tape that was recorded in the 32 kHz audio mode (4-channel). Audio dubbing onto DV-formatted tapes is not supported.
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