Sony Digital Camcorder DSR PD150 Operating Instructions
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Additional Information 141 Compatibility of DVCAM and DV formats Compatibility on editing using DV connectorsWhen 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 format Recording format DVCAM-formatted 2) 3)DVCAM DVCAM DVCAM DVCAM-formatted DVCAM DV DV 4) DVCAM-formatted 2)DV 5)DVCAM DVCAM 7) DVCAM-formatted DV 5)DV DV 4) DV-formatted 6)DVCAM DVCAM DVCAM 1) DV-formatted 6)DVCAM DV DV DV-formatted DV DVCAM DVCAM 1) DV-formatted DV DV DV 1)When using the mini DVCAM video equipment to carry out DV dubbing of a tape recorded in DV format, the tape produced will be in DVCAM format as follows: –Audio recording mode will be unlock mode. –The time code format will be partly maladjusted. (There will be no effect on the recorded picture except in certain case.) 2)If the tape is to be dubbed is DVCAM formatted tape as in 1), the tape produced will be in DVCAM format as follows: –Audio recording mode will be unlock mode. –The time code format will be partly maladjusted. 3) Depending on signal conditions of the source tape, you may not be able to edit the tape using the DV connectors. 4) Audio recording mode of the edited tape is lock mode.5) Some mini DV video equipment may be able to play back a DVCAM-formatted tape. Even if the tape is played back, contents of the playback cannot be guaranteed. 6) DV-formatted tapes recorded in SP mode only can be used as source tapes.7) Depending on model of video equipment, you may not be able to edit. Limitations on editingYou 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 mini DVCAM video equipment. •Depending on signal conditions, you may not be able to record or edit on DVCAM- formatted tapes. In these cases, do the following: • Edit using audio/video jacks. • Dub a DV-formatted tape using audio/video jacks, then use the dubbed tape as a source tape.
142 Usable cassettes Selecting cassette types You can use the mini DVCAM cassette* and mini DV cassette* in this camcorder. You cannot use any other DV, 8 mm, Hi8, Digital 8, VHS, S-VHS, VHSC, S-VHSC, Betamax or ED Betamax cassette. *There are two types of mini DVCAM/mini DV cassettes: with cassette memory and without cassette memory. Tapes with cassette memory have (Cassette Memory) mark. Sony recommends that you use a tape with mark to enjoy your camcorder fully. The IC memory is built in the cassette with cassette memory. Using this IC memory, your camcorder can read, write, and search data such as the date of recording or titles. The functions using the cassette memory require successive signals recorded on the tape. If the tape has a blank portion in the beginning or between the recorded portions, a title may not be displayed properly or the search functions may not work correctly. Not to make any blank portion on the tape, press END SEARCH to return to the end of the recorded portion before you begin the next recording when: –You have ejected the cassette while recording. –You have played back the tape in VCR mode. If there is a blank portion or discontinuous signal on your tape, re-record from the beginning to the end of the tape concerning above. When you record, using a digital video camera recorder without a cassette memory function, on a tape recorded by one with the cassette memory function, the same result may occur. mark on the cassette The memory capacity of tapes marked with is 16Kb. Your camcorder can accommodate up to 16Kb. The maximum number of data recordable on cassette memory (when using 16 Kb cassette memory) Data Numbers INDEX 135 (15 bytes/One item of the data) TITLE 106 DATE 24 (10 bytes/One item of the data) PHOTO 48 (10 bytes/One item of the data) CASSETTE LABEL 1 The numbers above are as a guide. Copyright signal When you play back When you connect your camcorder to any other video camera recorder to dub a tape that has recorded copyright control signals for copyright protection, you may not record the tape that played back on your camcorder. When you record You cannot record software on your camcorder that contains copyright control signals for copyright protection of software. “COPY INHIBIT” appears on the LCD screen, in the viewfinder or on the TV screen if you try to record such software. Your camcorder does not record copyright control signals on the tape when it records.
Additional Information 143 Usable cassettes Audio mode Fs32K (12-bit) mode: The original sound can be recorded in channels 1 and 2, and the new sound in channels 3 and 4 in 32 kHz. The balance between channels 1/2 and channels 3/4 can be adjusted by selecting AUDIO MIX in the menu settings during playback and audio dubbing. Both sounds can be played back. You can monitor the sound during audio dubbing. Fs48K (16-bit) mode: A new sound cannot be recorded but the original sound can be recorded in high quality using two channels. The audio mode can be indicated on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. You may not add a sound on a DVCAM-formatted tape which does not comply with the condition of the DVCAM format as described on page 140 or when you recorded on a DV-formatted tape. In this case, “NS” appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. Notes on the mini DVCAM/mini DV cassette When affixing a label on the mini DVCAM/mini DV cassetteBe sure to affix a label only on the locations as illustrated below [a] so as not to cause malfunction of your camcorder. After using the mini DVCAM/mini DV cassetteRewind the tape to the beginning, put the cassette in its case, and store it in an upright position. If the cassette memory function does not workReinsert a cassette a few times. The gold-plated connector of mini DVCAM/mini DV cassettes may be dirty or dusty. Cleaning the connectorIf the gold-plated connector of mini DVCAM/mini DV cassettes is dirty or dusty, you may not operate the function using cassette memory. Clean up the gold-plated connector with cotton-wool swab, about every 10 times ejection of a cassette. [b] [a] [b]Do not affix a label around this border.
144 About i.LINK Your camcorder is equipped with the DV input/output connector based on i.LINK (IEEE1394) standard. This section explains the specifications and features of i.LINK. What is i.LINK? i.LINK is a digital serial interface designed to integrate the devices equipped with i.LINK connector. By connecting i.LINK devices, i.LINK allows your device to: –Transmit and receive data such as digital audio and digital video signals in two ways –Control other i.LINK devices –Easily connect with another device using just an i.LINK cable. Your i.LINK device is capable of connecting AV devices and perform various operations and data transfer. Further availability for connections with versatile equipment and operations will be planned in the future. Other advantages include the following feature. When connecting multiple i.LINK devices, your device cannot only perform operations and data transfer with the directly connected device but also perform them with any of the devices that are connected via other devices. Therefore, you will not need to concern the order of connecting devices. However, depending on the features and specifications of the connected devices, you may need to operate certain functions differently or may not be able to perform certain operations or data transfer. Note Your camcorder can be connected to one device with the i.LINK cable (DV cable). When you connect with a device that has two or more i.LINK connectors, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected device. Tips •i.LINK, a nickname for IEEE 1394 that Sony proposed, is a trademark supported by a majority of companies worldwide. •IEEE 1394 is an international standard defined by IEEE, The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc. About data transfer speed of i.LINK i.LINK defines a maximum data transfer speed of approximately 100, 200 and 400 Mbps* that are described as S100, S200 and S400 respectively. For i.LINK devices, a maximum data transfer speed that the device supports is identified on “specifications” page of the operating instructions supplied with the device or near its i.LINK connector. With a device that does not identify the data transfer speed, the maximum data transfer speed that the device supports is S100. When connecting with the device that support different data transfer speed, the actual data transfer speed may be different from those described on the i.LINK connectors. *What is Mbps? Mega bits per second. A measure of the rate at which data is transmitted per second. In case of 100 Mbps, 100 Mega bits of data can be transmitted per second. i. LINK operation with your camcorder For details on dubbing your camcorder to your VCR equipped with DV input/output connector , see pages 73, 83. Your camcorder is available for use with other devices equipped with Sony i.LINK (DV) connector. For details on connection with i.LINK cable and necessary software, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected device. Use Sony i.LINK cables Use Sony i.LINK cables to connect the i.LINK devices. 4 pins y 4 pins (For dubbing) i.LINK and are trademarks.
Additional Information 145 Troubleshooting If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If “C:ss:ss” appears on the LCD screen, display window or in the viewfinder, the self-diagnosis display function has worked. See page 151. In the recording mode Symptom START/STOP does not operate. The power goes off. The image on the viewfinderscreen is not clear. The SteadyShot function does not work. The autofocusing function does not work. The fader function does notwork. A vertical band appears when you shoot a subject such as lights or a candle flame against a dark background. Vertical streaks appear when you shoot a very bright subject.Cause and/or Corrective Actions •The POWER switch is not set to CAMERA. cSet it to CAMERA. (p. 16) •The tape has run out. cRewind the tape or insert a new one. (p. 15, 29) •The write-protect tab on the cassette is set to expose the red mark. cUse a new tape or slide the tab. (p. 15) •The auto logo insert function is activated. cRefer to the operating instructions (for the auto logo insert function) supplied with this camcorder. •The tape is stuck to the drum (moisture condensation). cRemove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least one hour to acclimatize. (p. 155) •The battery pack is dead or nearly dead. cInstall a charged battery pack. (p. 10, 11) •The viewfinder lens is not adjusted. cAdjust the viewfinder lens. (p. 20) •STEADYSHOT is set to OFF in the menu settings. cSet it to ON. (p. 104) •The camcorder is in manual focus mode. cTurn to auto focus mode. (p. 58) •Shooting conditions are not suitable for autofocus. cAdjust focus manually. (p. 58) •The digital effect function is working. cCancel it. (p. 39) •The contrast between the subject and background is too high. This is not a malfunction. •This is called the smear phenomenon. This is not a malfunction. (continued on the following page)
146 Troubleshooting Symptom Some tiny white spots appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. The click of the shutter does not sound. The image is not bright even if you use the video flash light. In the playback mode Symptom The tape does not move when a video control button is pressed. The playback button does not function. There are horizontal lines on the picture or the playback picture is not clear or does not appear. No sound or only a low sound is heard when playing back a tape. The title search function does not work. Cause and/or Corrective Actions •When the shutter speed is too low. •BEEP is set to OFF in the menu settings. cSet it to MELODY or NORMAL. (p. 104) •The ND FILTER selector is set to 1 or 2. cSet it to OFF. (p. 46) •The manual adjustment is not suitable for the situations. (The indicator flashes.) cSet the AUTO LOCK selector to AUTO LOCK, or cancel the manual adjustment. (p. 42) Cause and/or Corrective Actions •The POWER switch is not set to VCR. cSet it to VCR. (p. 26) •The tape has run out. cRewind the tape. (p. 29) •The video head may be dirty. cClean the heads using the Sony DVM12CL cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p. 156) •The volume is turned to minimum. cTurn up the volume. (p. 26) •AUDIO MIX is set to the CH3/4 side in the menu settings. cAdjust AUDIO MIX. (p. 104) •The tape has no cassette memory. cUse a tape with cassette memory. (p. 66, 142) •CM SEARCH is set to OFF in the menu settings. cSet it to ON. (p. 104) •There is no title in the tape. cSuperimpose the titles. (p. 94) •The tape has a blank portion in the recorded portion. (p. 66)
Additional Information 147 Troubleshooting Symptom Displaying the recorded date, date search function does not work. The new sound now being added, or that has been added to the recorded tape is not heard. The title is not displayed. The sound is muted or images do not appear when monitoring images through TV. In the recording and playback modes Symptom The power does not turn on. The end search function does not work. The end search functiondoes not work correctly. The picture does not appear in the viewfinder. The battery pack is quickly discharged. The battery remaining indicator does not indicate the correct time. Cause and/or Corrective Actions •The tape has no cassette memory. cUse a tape with cassette memory. (p. 67, 142) •CM SEARCH is set to OFF in the menu settings. cSet it to ON. (p. 104) •The tape has a blank portion in the recorded portion. (p. 68) •AUDIO MIX is set to the CH1/2 side in the menu settings. cSet it to the side you want to monitor. (p. 104) •TITLE DSPL is set to OFF in the menu settings. cSet it to ON. (p. 104) cPull out the A/V connecting cable from the AUDIO CH1/ CH2 and VIDEO jacks, then connect it again. Cause and/or Corrective Actions •The battery pack is not installed, or is dead or nearly dead. cInstall a charged battery pack. (p. 10, 11) •The AC power adaptor is not connected to a wall outlet. cConnect the AC power adaptor to a wall outlet. (p. 14) •The tape was ejected after recording when using a tape without cassette memory. (p. 25, 29) •You have not recorded on the new cassette yet. (p. 25, 29) •The tape has a blank portion in the beginning or middle. (p. 25) •The LCD panel is open. cClose the LCD panel. (p. 18) •The operating temperature is too low. •The battery pack is not fully charged. cCharge the battery pack fully. (p. 11) •The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged. cReplace with a new battery pack. (p. 10) •You have used the battery pack in an extremely hot or cold environment for a long time. •The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged. cReplace with a new battery pack. (p. 10) •The battery is dead. cUse a full-charged battery pack. (p. 10, 11) (continued on the following page)
148 Troubleshooting Symptom The cassette cannot be removed from the holder. The % and Z indicators flash and no functions except for cassette ejection work. indicator does not appear when using a tape with cassette memory. Remaining tape indicator is not displayed. When operating using the “Memory Stick” Symptom Operations do not function. Recording does not function. The image cannot be deleted. You cannot format the“Memory Stick.” Deleting all the images cannot be carried out. You cannot protect the image. You cannot write a print mark on the still image. Cause and/or Corrective Actions •The power source is disconnected. cConnect it firmly. (p. 11, 14) •The battery is dead. cUse a charged battery pack. (p. 10, 11) •Moisture condensation has occurred. cRemove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least one hour to acclimatize. (p. 155) •The gold-plated connector of the tape is dirty or dusty. cClean the gold-plated connector. (p. 143) •The q REMAIN is set to AUTO in the menu settings. cSet it to ON to always display the remaining tape indicator. (p. 104) Cause and/or Corrective Actions •The POWER switch is set to CAMERA or OFF (CHG). cSet it to MEMORY or VCR. •The “Memory Stick” is not inserted. cInsert a “Memory Stick.” (p. 115) •The auto logo insert function is activated. cRefer to the extra operating instructions (for Auto Logo Insert). •The “Memory Stick” has already been recorded to its full capacity. cErase unnecessary images and record again. (p. 118, 136) •The “Memory Stick” formatted incorrectly is inserted. cFormat the “Memory Stick” or use another “Memory Stick.” (p. 108) •The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK. cSet the tab to write. (p. 113) •The image is protected. cCancel image protection. (p. 135) •The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK. cSet the tab to write. (p. 113) •The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK. cSet the tab to write. (p. 113) •The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK. cSet the tab to write. (p. 113) •The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK. cSet the tab to write. (p. 113) •The image to be protected is not being played back. cPress MEMORY PLAY to play back the image. (p. 129) •The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK. cSet the tab to write. (p. 113) •The image that you will write a print mark is not being played back. cPress MEMORY PLAY to play back the image. (p. 129)
Additional Information 149 Troubleshooting Symptom The photo save function does not work. Others Symptom The title is not recorded. The cassette label is not recorded. While editing using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable), recording picture cannot be monitored. Digital program editing does not function. Cause and/or Corrective Actions •The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK. cSet the tab to write. (p. 113) •The battery pack is dead. cInstall a charged battery pack or use the AC power adaptor instead of the battery pack. (p. 10, 14) Cause and/or Corrective Actions •The tape has no cassette memory. cUse a tape with cassette memory. (p. 94, 142) •The cassette memory is full. cErase unnecessary title. (p. 97) •The tape is set to prevent accidental erasure. cSlide the write-protect tab so that red portion is not visible. (p. 15) •Nothing is recorded in that position on the tape. cSuperimpose the title to the recorded position. (p. 95) •The tape has no cassette memory. cUse a tape with cassette memory. (p. 100, 142) •The cassette memory is full. cErase some data. (p. 102) •The tape is set to prevent accidental erasure. cSlide the write-protect tab so that red portion is not visible. (p. 15) cDisconnect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable), and connect it again. (p. 73) •The input selector on the VCR is not set correctly. cCheck the connection and set up the selector position. (p. 72) •Setting program on a blank portion of the tape is attempted. cSet the program again on a recorded portion. (p. 78) •Your camcorder and the VCR are not synchronized. cSynchronize them. (p. 75) (continued on the following page)
150 Troubleshooting Symptom The Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder does not work. The input picture does not appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder when your camcorder is connected to outputs on the TV or VCR. The melody or beep sounds for five seconds. When charging the battery pack, no indicator appears or the indicator flashes in the display window. You cannot charge thebattery pack. The camcorder is immediately turned off even if the amount of the battery remaining time is enough to operate. No function works though the power is on. Cause and/or Corrective Actions •COMMANDER is set to OFF in the menu settings. cSet it to ON. (p. 104) •Something is blocking the infrared rays. cRemove the obstacle. •The batteries are inserted in the battery holder with the + – polarities incorrectly. cInsert the batteries with the correct polarity. (p. 168) •The batteries are dead. cInsert new ones. (p. 168) •DISPLAY is set to V-OUT/LCD in the menu settings. cSet it to LCD. (p. 104) •Moisture condensation has occurred. cRemove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least one hour to acclimatize. (p. 155) •Some troubles have occurred in your camcorder. cRemove the cassette and insert it again, then operate your camcorder. •The AC power adaptor is disconnected. cConnect it properly. •The battery pack malfunctions. cContact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. •The POWER switch is not set to OFF (CHG). cSet it to OFF (CHG). cCharge the battery pack fully again. The correct remaining time is displayed. •Disconnect the power cord of the AC power adaptor or remove the battery, then reconnect it after about one minute. Turn the power on. If the functions still do not work, press the RESET button located at the lower-right of the ZEBRA selector using a sharp-pointed object. (If you press the RESET button, all the settings including the date and time return to the default.) (p. 14, 162)