
DSR-1600/1600P© 2000 Sony Corporation3-204-677-12(1)DigitalVideocassettePlayerOperating InstructionsBefore operating the unit, please read this manual
10Location and Function of PartsChapter 1 Overviewb MENU buttonPress this button to display the menu on the monitor screen and the time counter disp
11Location and Function of PartsChapter 1 Overviewe STOP buttonPress this button to stop the current tape transport operation.NoteNo tape transport
12Location and Function of PartsChapter 1 Overviewb ClipLink indicatorLights when a cassette is loaded on which ClipLink log data is stored in the c
13Location and Function of PartsChapter 1 OverviewPlayback modes using the search dialYou can use the SEARCH ENABLE menu item (see page 40) to selec
14Location and Function of PartsChapter 1 OverviewRear PanelAC IN connectorUse the supplied power cord to connect this to an AC outlet.AUDIO OUT(AES
15Location and Function of PartsChapter 1 OverviewA Analog video signal output sectiona REF. (reference) VIDEO IN/OUT connectors (BNC type) Input a
16Location and Function of PartsChapter 1 OverviewB Digital signal output section (optional DSBK-1601/1602/1803 boards required)a DV IN/OUT connec
17Location and Function of PartsChapter 1 OverviewC Analog audio signal output sectiona AUDIO OUT CH-1 (channel 1) to CH-4 connectors (XLR 3-pin, ma
18Location and Function of PartsChapter 1 Overview
19PlaybackChapter 2 PlaybackPlaybackThis section describes the necessary settings and operations to perform playback on this unit. The same settings a
2Owner’s RecordThe model and serial numbers are located at the rear.Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call
20PlaybackChapter 2 PlaybackDVCAM cassettesThe following figure illustrates the DVCAM cassettes.Notes on using cassettes• Before storing the cassett
21PlaybackChapter 2 PlaybackInserting and Ejecting CassettesInserting a cassetteThis unit accepts three sizes of cassette: L (standard size), M (med
22PlaybackChapter 2 PlaybackSettings for Playback1Power on this unit by pressing on the side of the POWER switch.2Power on the video monitor and set
23PlaybackChapter 2 PlaybackPlayback ProcedureNoteWhen controlling this unit from an editing control unit connected to the REMOTE connector on this
24PlaybackChapter 2 PlaybackIf the following indicators light when a cassette is loaded To perform the following operationsIndicator It means:Casset
25PlaybackChapter 2 PlaybackRepeat Playback—Automatic Cyclical PlaybackProceed as follows to perform automatic cyclical playback of recording (repea
26PlaybackChapter 2 PlaybackOnce set, the point A or B time code value is held in the non-volatile memory of the unit until changed. It is not lost
27PlaybackChapter 2 Playback2With “SETUP MENU” selected, press the Bk button.The display changes as follows.3With “OPERATIONAL FUNCTION” selected, p
28PlaybackChapter 2 Playback5Press the j button to select “REPEAT TOP.”6Press the Bk button.The display changes as follows.7Press the j button to se
29PlaybackChapter 2 Playback8Press the KA button.The display changes as follows.9Press the j button to select “A PRESET.”10Press the Bk button.The A
3Table of ContentsTable of ContentsChapter 1 OverviewFeatures...5DVCAM Format .
30PlaybackChapter 2 Playback12Press the J or j button to increment or decrement the value of the flashing digit.Each press of the button increments
31Displaying Time Data and Other Text InformationChapter 3Convenient Functionsfor Editing OperationDisplaying Time Data and Other Text InformationThis
32Displaying Time Data and Other Text InformationChapter 3 Convenient Functions for Editing OperationA Time data typeThe following time data type in
33Displaying Time Data and Other Text InformationChapter 3 Convenient Functions for Editing OperationTo display the desired time data in the time co
34High-Speed and Low-Speed Search—Quickly and Accurately Determining Editing PointsChapter 3 Convenient Functions for Editing OperationHigh-Speed an
35High-Speed and Low-Speed Search—Quickly and Accurately Determining Editing PointsChapter 3 Convenient Functions for Editing Operation2Turn the sea
36High-Speed and Low-Speed Search—Quickly and Accurately Determining Editing PointsChapter 3 Convenient Functions for Editing Operation
37Menu OrganizationChapter 4Menu SettingsMenu OrganizationAs shown in the following figure, the menu system consists of four levels and is functionall
38Menu OrganizationChapter 4 Menu SettingsMenu organizationOPERATIONAL FUNCTIONREPEAT FUNCTIONLOCAL ENABLESEARCH ENABLEMAX SRCH SPEEDJOG RESPONSEPR
39Menu OrganizationChapter 4 Menu SettingsAUDIO CONTROLMENU GRADEREF LEVELOUTPUT LEVELT1:OPERATIONT2:DRUM ROTATIONT3:TAPE RUNNINGCT:THREADING HOURS
4Table of ContentsChanging the Settings of Basic Items ...47Displaying Enhanced Items ...
40Menu ContentsChapter 4 Menu SettingsMenu ContentsSetup MenuThe purpose and settings of the setup menu items are described below.Indications of men
41Menu ContentsChapter 4 Menu SettingsMAX SRCH SPEED [>Max SRCH]: Specify the maximum tape speed in search mode (shuttle) and F.FWD (fast forward
42Menu ContentsChapter 4 Menu SettingsDISPLAY CONTROL [Display]: Settings related to indications on the monitor and the unitDescription of settingsC
43Menu ContentsChapter 4 Menu SettingsALARM [> ALARM]: Determine whether alarm messages are issued or not. OFF [>> OFF]: Alarm messages are
44Menu ContentsChapter 4 Menu SettingsFROM STILL [> From STILL]: Set the time to switch from still search mode to tape protection mode. Also sele
45Menu ContentsChapter 4 Menu SettingsPROCESS CONTROL [>Proc ctrl]CONTROL DEV [>>Ctrl dev]: Select the method of controlling the internal d
46Menu ContentsChapter 4 Menu SettingsSHUTTLE MUTE [>Shutl mute]: Set the audio muting conditions during shuttle playback.*OFF [>> OFF]: No
47Changing Menu SettingsChapter 4 Menu SettingsChanging Menu SettingsThis section explains how to change menu settings. Buttons Used to Change Setti
48Changing Menu SettingsChapter 4 Menu Settings2With “SETUP MENU” selected, press the k button.This displays all items on menu level 1.3Press the J
49Changing Menu SettingsChapter 4 Menu Settings8To change other settings, press the K button to return to the previous screen, then repeat steps 5 t
5FeaturesChapter 1OverviewFeaturesThe DSR-1600/1600P is a 1/4-inch digital video cassette player using the DVCAM digital recording format. It achieves
50Changing Menu SettingsChapter 4 Menu Settings3Follow the same procedure as in steps 3 to 8 of the procedure in the section “Changing the Settings
51Connections for a Digital Non-Linear Editing SystemChapter 5Connections andSettingsConnections for a Digital Non-Linear Editing SystemThis unit can
52Connections for a Digital Non-Linear Editing SystemChapter 5 Connections and SettingsSettings on the DSR-1600/1600PREF.VIDEOINSDTI(QSDI)OUTAUDIOMO
53Connections for a Cut Editing SystemChapter 5 Connections and SettingsConnections for a Cut Editing SystemThe following figure shows a cut editing
54Connections for an A/B Roll Editing SystemChapter 5 Connections and SettingsConnections for an A/B Roll Editing SystemThe following is an example
55Connections for an A/B Roll Editing SystemChapter 5 Connections and Settingsa) When using a DFS-500/500P DME Switcher, the phase of the video sign
56Connections for an A/B Roll Editing SystemChapter 5 Connections and SettingsAudio monitor system connectionsThe following shows an example of audi
57Connections for an A/B Roll Editing SystemChapter 5 Connections and SettingsControl signal connectionsThe following shows an example of control si
58Connections for an A/B Roll Editing SystemChapter 5 Connections and SettingsVideo/audio signal connectionsThe following shows an example of video/
59Connections for an A/B Roll Editing SystemChapter 5 Connections and SettingsConnection of a video monitorSet up the following connections to enabl
6FeaturesChapter 1 OverviewSupport for three cassette sizesThere are two sizes of DVCAM cassette: standard and mini. You can use either size with th
60Adjusting the Sync and Subcarrier PhasesChapter 5 Connections and SettingsAdjusting the Sync and Subcarrier PhasesWhen using two or more players,
61Adjusting the Sync and Subcarrier PhasesChapter 5 Connections and SettingsPerforming a phase adjustment operation1Press the SCH button on the vect
62Adjusting the Sync and Subcarrier PhasesChapter 5 Connections and Settings
63MaintenanceChapter 6Maintenance andTroubleshootingMaintenanceCondensationIf you move the unit suddenly from a cold to a warm location, or if you use
64MaintenanceChapter 6 Maintenance and TroubleshootingDisplaying the digital hours meterUse the following procedure.1Press the MENU button on the me
65MaintenanceChapter 6 Maintenance and TroubleshootingTo end the digital hours meter displayPress the MENU button on the menu control panel.To reset
66TroubleshootingChapter 6 Maintenance and TroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf an alarm message appears on the monitor screen, or if the unit appears t
67TroubleshootingChapter 6 Maintenance and TroubleshootingError MessagesThis unit is provided with a self-diagnostic function that detects internal
68TroubleshootingChapter 6 Maintenance and TroubleshootingAlarm messages and associated directionsAlarm message on monitor screen(Cause)Direction Al
69PrecautionsAppendixesPrecautionsOn safety• Should any liquid or solid object fall into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified
7FeaturesChapter 1 OverviewDigital slow-motion playbackUsing the frame memory function, the unit can show noise-free slow-motion playback at speeds
70Specifications AppendixesSpecificationsGeneralSignal system DSR-1600: NTSCDSR-1600P: PALPower requirements100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 HzPower consump
71Specifications AppendixesVideo performanceBand width Composite (DSR-1600):30 Hz to 4.2 MHz ±1.0 dB (Y) Composite (DSR-1600P):25 Hz to 4.8 MHz ±1.0
72Specifications AppendixesAnalog audio outputsAUDIO OUT XLR 3-pin, male (× 4), +4/0/−3*/−6 dBm, 600 Ω loading, low impedance, balancedAUDIO MONITOR
73ClipLink Guide AppendixesClipLink GuideWhat Is ClipLink?The ClipLink function greatly improves the efficiency of the video production process as a
74ClipLink Guide AppendixesExample System Configuration and Operation FlowThe following illustration shows an example system configuration for using
75ClipLink Guide AppendixesData Generated When ShootingThe following describes the kinds of data that is generated when using the ClipLink function.
76ClipLink Guide AppendixesHow to record ClipLink log dataThe following describes how to record the various ClipLink log data items.OK/NG statusTo d
77ClipLink Guide AppendixesTime codes recorded for Mark IN/OUT pointsThere is a gap between actual time codes and Mark IN/OUT time codes recorded in
78GlossaryAppendixesGlossaryA/B roll editingAn editing method that uses two or more playback VCRs to create special effects such as dissolve and wipe,
79GlossaryAppendixesS/NAbbreviation of Signal-to-Noise (ratio). The higher the S/N value, the less noise and higher the picture quality.Search modeA V
8Location and Function of PartsChapter 1 OverviewLocation and Function of PartsFront Panela POWER switchPress the “” side to power the unit on. Whe
80GlossaryAppendixes
81IndexIndexIndexNumerics9PIN button 13AA/B roll editing system 54AC IN connector 14AES 6, 16Alarm messages 67Analogaudio signal output sect
82IndexIndexOptional accessories 7PPB FS display 8PCM digital audio 5PHONE LEVEL control knob 8PLAY button 10Playback 19jog mode 13, 34p
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9Location and Function of PartsChapter 1 Overviewg CONTROL S connector (stereo minijack)Connect a SIRCS-compatible remote control unit such as the D
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