Sony DHR-1000 User manual

SONY.
Digital Video
Cassette Recorder
Operating Instructions
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DHR-1000

WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
OO NOT OPEN
CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to
the presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product's enclosure that
may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized AC plug
with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the
blades can be fully inserted to’ prevent blade exposure.
Precautions
Safety
© 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.
* One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the purpose
of safety and will fit into the power outlet only one way. If you
are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your
Sony dealer.
* 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
* 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.
2 Introduction
* Do not install the unit in an inclined position. It is designed to
be operated in a horizontal position only.
* Keep the unit and cassettes away from equipment with strong
magnets, such as microwave ovens or large loudspeakers.
¢ Do not place heavy objects on the unit.
¢ 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
about one hour before operating the unit.
Information
For customers in the USA
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
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
measures:
¢ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
* Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
* Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
* Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
Caution
Television programs, films, video tapes and other materials may
be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such material may
be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. Also, use of
this recorder with cable television transmission may require
authorization from the cable television transmission and/or
program owner.
Owner’s record
The model number is located at the rear and front of the unit
and the serial number on the top. Record these numbers in the
spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon”
your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No.
Serial No.

4 Features
Table of contents
Getting Started
8 Step 1: Unpacking
9 Step 2: Setting up the remote commander
11. Step 3: Hookups
27 ~— Setting the clock
30 ~~ Presetting channels
33 = Setting up cable box control
36 = Setting up VCR Plus+
Basic Operations
38 = Playing a tape
39 ~=Recording TV programs
40 Recording TV programs using VCR Plus+
42 Setting the timer manually
Additional Operations
44 Playing/searching at various speeds
45 Displaying tape information
46 = Selecting the sound
47 Recording stereo and bilingual programs
48 Recording TV programs using the quick timer
49 Searching using the index function
51. Checking/changing/cancelling timer settings
53 Adjusting the picture (Y/C delay)
54 Changing menu options
57 _ Erasing the cassette memory
Editing
58 Before editing
< . Editing with LANC cable
64 Connections
67 Copying a tape
‘68 Cutting out unwanted scenes
70 ~=Assemble editing
73 -Video insert editing
75 ~=Audio insert editing
Editing without LANC cable
77 - Connections
79 Copying a tape
80 Cutting out unwanted scenes
82 Video insert editing
84 Audio insert editing
Other editing features
88 Audio dubbing
89 Listening to the inserted /dubbed sound
89 Connecting a titler or editing controller
91 Connecting a capture board or video printer
Additional Information
92 General setup information
93 Precautions
96 Troubleshooting
99 Specifications
101 Index to parts and controls
108 Index to MENU screens
Back
cover
index
:
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Introduction
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3

Thank
you
for
purchasing
the
Sony
Digital
Video
Cassette
Recorder
Features
(VCR).
This
Digital
VCR
has
the
following
features:
High-quality digital picture and sound
Over 500 lines of horizontal resolution
This VCR achieves the highest resolution picture in home video
equipment.
PCM-recorded digital sound
This VCR records sound as digital signals. There are two audio
recording modes:
— 16-bit mode: for high sound quality. Sound is recorded and played
back at 16-bit quantization and 48kHz sampling frequency, the same
quality as DAT (Digital Audio Tape).
— 12-bit mode: for audio dubbing. Sound is recorded and played back
at
12-bit
quantization
and
32kHz
sampling
frequency.
This
mode
provides two stereo sound tracks.
Clear Frame Technology that enables clear still pictures
Conventional VCRs normally display still pictures by skipping every
other
scanning
line.
This
VCR
substitutes
data
for
the
missing
lines
and
displays the still picture in more detail.
Advanced editing features
DV
With digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are
transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing.
Detachable operation panel
Controls used for editing are arranged together on a operation panel.
You
can
also
detach
the
operation
panel
for
convenient
operation.
Edit Window
The Edit Window displays up to 10 edit points during assemble editing.
This feature lets you check each editing start/end point visually.
4 Features

Convenient features made possible with the DV
format
Quick access with sub-code data
Index signals are written separately from video/audio signals on a sub-
code data track. This enables the VCR to quickly locate a specific
recording.
Recording data display
With the DV format, data such as the recording date and time are
recorded onto the tape. Information such as the shutter speed, program
AE mode, white balance, iris and gain are also recorded with a Sony
digital camcorder. You can call up this information on the TV screen.
Cassette memory search
When you record programs on a tape with cassette memory, the
programs are displayed as a list. Choose a program from the list and
the VCR will locate the recording. You can also search for scenes
recorded in the Photo mode with a digital camcorder.
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Features (continued)
6 | Features
Using DV cassettes
Use DV and “IV cassettes with this VCR.
DV180 can record programs for 180 minutes and MiniDV60 can record
for 60 minutes. You can use Mini DV cassettes with digital camcorders.
Mini DV cassette
DV cassette
You cannot use EI, RIEL, Was), VSI, SHS), SWVAST, 18, nor tapes
on this VCR.
Cassette memory
Cassette memory is an optional feature that is mounted on some DV
cassettes and Mini DV cassettes. When you record a program, the
recording date and time, and the programs’ position on the tape are
stored in the cassette memory so that you can quickly search for the
program later on.
DV tapes with cassette memory are marked with the Cl! mark. CI!l4K
indicates that 4 kbits of data can be stored on that cassette. This VCR
can retrieve up to 16 kbits of data.
Notes
¢ You cannot play back a DV tape recorded in other color systems on
this VCR.
¢DV,“IV and Cll are trademarks.
To save a recording
To prevent accidental erasure of a recording, slide in the tab on the
cassette so that the red portion becomes visible. To record on a tape,
slide out the tab so that the red portion is hidden.
Write Protected Write Enabled

The following figure shows how signals are recorded on a DV tape.
Sub code sector
Index signals,
10 tracks = 1 frame time codes,etc.
Video sector
Video signals,
recording data,etc.
ITI sector Audio sector
Reference signals Audio signals DSS
for insert editing, ; j
etc. 16-bit audio mode
1 stereo track
RSS
12-bit audio mode
2 stereo tracks
Copyright precautions
On recording
You cannot record any software having copyright protection signals on
this VCR. If you start recording protected video and audio signals, a
warning message appears on the TV screen and the VCR stops
\ ; recording.
If you timer record a program that is encoded with copyright protection
signals, the VCR will continue recording but the video and audio
* signals will not be recorded on tape.
On playback
When you play back software having copyright protection signals on
this VCR, you may not be able to copy it onto other equipment.
: Features | 7

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Getting Started
Step 1: Unpacking
8 | Getting Started
Check that you have the following items:
Remote commander e Control S cable
>
e LANC cable
Size AA (R6) batteries
Kj e S-Video cable
Audio/video cable SFP
(3-phono to 3-phono)
¢ Cleaning Cassette
Cable Mouse (cable box
controller)
75-ohm coaxial cable with
F-type connectors
AC power cord

St
2:
Setti
Inserting
the
batteries
ep
-9€
ing
up
Insert
two
size
AA
(R6)
batteries
by
matching
the
+
and
—
on
the
the
remote
batteries
with
the
diagram
inside
the
battery
compartment.
commander
Notes
¢ With normal use, the
batteries should last for
approximately three to six
months.
¢ If you will not use the
remote commander for an
extended period, remove
the batteries to avoid
possible damage from
battery leakage.
* Do not use a new battery
with an old one. Setting the COMMAND MODE switch
* Do not use different types of
batteries together. To remotely control the VCR with the commander, set COMMAND
MODE on the remote commander to the same position as that on the
VCR. Usually set to VCR 4. If the other VCR does not have a
COMMAND MODE switch, use the following setting:
VTR 1: For Sony Betamax format VCRs
VTR 2: For Sony 8mm format VCRs
VTR 3: For Sony VHS format VCRs
(vy VTR 4: For Sony DV format VCRs |
VTR 5 and 6: (reserve)
COMMAND Using the remote commander
You can use this remote commander to operate this VCR and a Sony
TV. The POWER, VOL +/-, CH +/-, [TV]/[VTR], channel number,
-ENTER, DISPLAY and AUDIO MONITOR buttons on the remote
commander can be used to operate your TV.
To operate Set / to
the VCR and point at the remote sensor on the VCR
a Sony TV and point at the remote sensor on the TV
(continued)
Getting Started | 9

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Step 2: Setting up the remote
commander (continued)
Notes
If the TV uses a different
remote control system from
the one programmed to
work with the VCR, you
cannot control your TV with
the remote commander.
If you enter a new code
number, the code number
previously entered will be
erased.
When you replace the
batteries of the remote
commander, the code
number automatically resets
to 1 (Sony). Reset to the
appropriate code number.
10 Getting Started
Controlling other TVs with the remote commander
The remote commander is preprogrammed to control non-Sony TVs. If
your TV is listed in the table below, set the appropriate manufacturer's
code number.
1 Set / at the top of the remote commander to [TV].
2 Hold down POWER, and enter your TV’s code number(s) using the
number buttons. Press the ENTER button. Then release POWER.
Now you can use the POWER, VOL +/-, CH +/- and TV / VIR
buttons to control your TV. To control the VCR, reset / to
[VTR].
Code numbers of controllable TVs
If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time
until you find the one that works with your TV.
Manufacturer
Sony
Akai
AOC
Centurion
Coronado
Curis-Mathes
Daytron
Emerson
Fisher
General Electric
Goldstar
Hitachi
J.C.Penney
Jvc
KMC
KTY
Magnavox
Marantz
MGA/ Mitsubishi
NEC
Code number
01
04
04
12
03
12
12
03, 04, 14
11
06, 10
03, 04, 17
02, 03
04, 12
09
03
03, 04
03, 08, 12
04, 13
04, 12, 13
04,12
Manufacturer
Panasonic
Philco
Philips
Pioneer
Portland
Quasar
Radio Shack
RCA
Sampo
Samsung
Sanyo
Scott
Sears
Sharp
Sylvania
Teknika
Toshiba
Wards
Yorx
Zenith
Code number
06, 19
03, 04
08
16
03
06
05, 14
04, 10
12
03, 12
11
12
07,11
03, 05, 18
08, 12
03, 08, 14
07
03, 04, 12
12
15