3-865-349-15(1) DSR-40/40P Digital Videocassette Recorder Operating Instructions page 2GB GB Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. Mode d’emploi page 2FR FR Avant la mise en service de cet appareil, prière de lire attentivement ce mode d’emploi que l’on conservera pour toute référence ultérieure. DSR-40/40P 1999 by Sony Corporation For DSR-40 WARNING Precautions To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not Safety expose the unit to rain or moisture. • Operate the unit only on 120 V AC, 60 Hz . • If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. • Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time. To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug, never by the cord. Installing • Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat buildup. • Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that may block the ventilation slots. • Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the • Do not install the unit in an inclined position. It is designed presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” to be operated in a horizontal position only. within the product’s enclosure that may be of • The unit is not designed for portable use. Install it properly sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of on a flat stable place. Placing it on its side or on a surface electric shock to persons. slanted more than 30 degrees may cause damage. • Keep the unit and cassettes away from equipment with This symbol is intended to alert the user to the strong magnets, such as microwave ovens or large presence of important operating and loudspeakers. maintenance (servicing) instructions in the • Do not place heavy objects on the unit. literature accompanying the appliance. • If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside the VCR and cause damage to the video head and tape. When you first install the unit, or when you move it from a cold to a warm location, wait for CAUTION about one hour before operating the unit. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority Information to operate this equipment. Compatible color systems Note The DSR-40 is designed to record and play back using the This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the NTSC color system. Recording of video sources based on limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the other color systems cannot be guaranteed. FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential Caution installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate Television programs, films, video tapes and other materials radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such material accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. Also, interference to radio communications. However, there is no use of this recorder with cable television transmission may guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular require authorization from the cable television transmission installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference and/or program owner. to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following Owner’s record measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. The model number is located at the rear and front of the unit • Increase the separation between the equipment and and the serial number on the top. Record the serial number in receiver. the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician Model No. DSR-40 Serial No. ______________________ for help. 2GB For the customers in the U.S.A. • Keep the unit and cassettes away from equipment with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens or large loudspeakers. Declaration of Conformity • Do not place heavy objects on the unit. • If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, Trade Name: SONY moisture may condense inside the VCR and cause damage Model No.: DSR-40 to the video head and tape. When you first install the unit, Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. or when you move it from a cold to a warm location, wait for Address: 1 Sony Drive, Park Ridge, one to two hours before operating the unit. NJ, 07656 USA Telephone No.: 201-930-6970 Caution Television programmes, films, video tapes and other This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorised recording of Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) such material may be contrary to the provisions of the This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) copyright laws. Also, use of this recorder with cable television this device must accept any interference received, transmission may require authorisation from the cable including interference that may cause undesired television transmitter and/or programme owner. operation. Compatible colour systems For DSR-40P The DSR-40P is designed to record and play back using the PAL colour system. Recording of video sources based on WARNING other colour systems cannot be guaranteed. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. For the customers in Europe This product with the CE marking complies with both the To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European servicing to qualified personnel only. Community. Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European standards: Precautions • EN60065: Product Safety • EN55103-1: Electromagnetic Interference (Emission) Safety • EN55103-2: Electromagnetic Susceptibility (Immunity) • This unit operates on 220 – 240 V AC, 50 Hz. Check that This product is intended for use in the following the unit’s operating voltage is identical with your local power Electromagnetic Environment(s): supply. E1 (residential), E2 (commercial and light industrial), E3 • If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it (urban outdoors) and E4 (controlled EMC environment, ex. checked by qualified personnel before operating it any TV studio). further. • The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long as it is connected to the mains outlet, even if the unit itself has For the customers in the Netherlands been turned off. Voor de klanten in Nederland • Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time. To disconnect the Bij dit product zijn batterijen geleverd. Wanneer deze leeg cord, pull it out by the plug, never by the cord. zijn, moet u ze niet weggooien maar inleveren als KCA. Installing • This unit is equipped with a fan at the rear. Do not insert objects nor touch the fan during operation. • To prevent internal heat buildup, install the unit at least 5 cm away from the wall, and dust the unit periodically. • Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that may block the ventilation slots. • Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock. • The unit is not designed for portable use. Install it properly on a flat stable place. Placing it on its side or on a surface slanted more than 30 degrees may cause damage. GB 3 Table of Contents Chapter 1 Overview Features ............................................................................. 6 Notes on Video Cassettes .................................................... 8 Notes on Recording / Playing.............................................. 9 Location and Function of Parts ..................................... 10 Front Panel ........................................................................ 10 Rear Panel ......................................................................... 14 Chapter 2 Playback and Playback ...........................................................................16 Recording Connections for Playback.................................................. 16 Settings for Playback......................................................... 18 Playback Procedure ........................................................... 19 Playback Functions ........................................................... 20 Recording ........................................................................ 23 Connections for Recording................................................ 23 Settings for Recording....................................................... 25 Recording Procedure ......................................................... 27 Chapter 3 Using the Unit as a Notes on Usage in the Editing System ......................... 30 Player in an Connections for