Page 2 - Introduction; Since its launch in 1996, Sony DVCAMTM has; Index; DVCAM in Action
Introduction V ideo production styles continue to diversify inresponse to the rapid and tremendous growth invisual communication. In this fast-changing environ-ment, the need is for equipment that meets thecrucial demands for both higher productivity andgreater creativity in professional video produ...
Page 3 - DVCAM in action; CREATV; USES THE NEW DSR-DR1000P DVCAM
Professional video production is now seeking lower-costequipment that will bring an increase in production efficiency and a reduction in running costs. OB outfitCREATV Broadcast is no exception. Chief executiveAlan Yardley is hoping that a new, low-cost DVCAM-based server will enable his facility to b...
Page 4 - “Two years in the planning, the new vehicle is the; IS A STAR PERFORMER
DVCAM in action 4 SABC USES 28 DVCAM HARD DISKRECORDERS FOR OUTSIDE BROADCASTVEHICLES AND PORTABLE KITS Broadcasting to an estimated 1.5 billion viewersworldwide, the ICC World Cup 2003 was a majorevent for South Africa’s national public servicebroadcaster, SABC, and its outside broadcast division, ...
Page 5 - NEWSGATHERING; TEAM FRONTLINE TV USES THE
5 In February 1991 freelance camera operator VaughanSmith disguised himself as an army officer and infiltrated the ranks at the frontline of the Gulf war.His ingenuity allowed him to film the only unrestrictedfootage of Desert Storm. Much of this material on the ground war is still avail- able through ...
Page 6 - DATMEDIA; STREAMS LECTURES WITH DSR-DU1; Bill Clee, Datmedia’s technical director, says the
6 DVCAM in action DATMEDIA STREAMS LECTURES WITH DSR-DU1 Internet streaming company Datmedia in Londonbroadcasts lectures for the Institute of ElectricalEngineers using the new DSR-DU1 DVCAM compacthard disk recorder. Bill Clee, Datmedia’s technical director, says the company records the lectures wi...
Page 7 - As soon as equipment is switched on, it becomes; ADDITIONAL REASONS TO CHOOSE SONY DVCAM
Support services DVCAM SILVER SUPPORT PACK Sony understand that in today’s fast-changingenvironment, the need is for both equipmentand a level of service that meet the crucialdemands for higher productivity in professionalvideo production. Setting new standards in innovation, quality andreliability ...
Page 8 - Tape direction; It also offers superior digital audio performance, pro-; Main features
6.35 mm (1/4 inch) ITI sector Audio Sector Video Sector Sub Code Sector Head direction Tape direction ITI: Insert and Track information DIGITAL COMPONENT RECORDING FOREXCELLENT PICTURE QUALITY The DVCAM format is the professional extension of the worldwide standard DV format. The DVCAM formatuses 8-...
Page 9 - • Preread Editing Capability*; UNIQUE TECHNOLOGY AND ADVANTAGES
TRUE DIGITAL CAMCORDERS Cameras: DSR-570WSP | DSR-390P | DSR-1P | DSR-250P | DSR-PD170PDSR-PDX10P Sony DVCAM camcorders are "True Digital Camcorders".They incorporate DSP (Digital Signal Processing) for fulldigital processing in the camera section and digitalrecording in the VTR section. The...
Page 10 - VERSATILE DIGITAL INTERFACES; ClipLink Operation
10 • Enhanced Digital Jog Audio VTRs: DSR-2000P | DSR-1800P | DSR-1600P | DSR-1500AP | DSR-70AP A digital jog audio function is included in the MasterSeries VTRs with a range of –1 to +1 (DSR-2000P) or–0.5 to +0.5 (DSR-1800P/1600P/1500AP/70AP) timesnormal speed. With its quick and smooth response,lo...
Page 11 - SOPHISTICATED MECHANISMS; • Quick, Responsive Mechanism
11 • i.LINK™ (DV)* Cameras: DSR-570WSP** | DSR-390P** | DSR-250P | DSR-PD170PDSR-PDX10P VTRs: DSR-2000P** | DSR-1800P** | DSR-1600P** | DSR-1500APDSR-45P | DSR-30P | DSR-25 | DSR-11 | DSR-70AP**DSR-50P i.LINK enables a single cable to simultaneously carrydigital video and audio signals, as well as d...
Page 12 - Freeze Mix Function; The DSR camcorders were created with the sole; Colour Precision – TruEyeTM Process; Black Stretch and Compress
Freeze Mix Function The Freeze Mix function superimposes a previouslyrecorded image on the view-finder, allowing the opera-tor to easily frame or reposition a subject when a shotmust be taken in the same framework as a previoustake. Combined with the SetupLog™ function, a retakeis a breeze. 12 Techni...
Page 13 - Other functions available:
Once again, based on the Digital Betacam camcordertechnology, the DSR-570WSP and DSR-390P use aMulti Matrix function that allows a particular colour tobe automatically grabbed and its hue, saturation anddetail level modified independently from the rest of thepicture. For example in the case of a pers...
Page 14 - Common Features; Lineup features; DIGITAL CAMCORDERS
14 DSR-570WSPDSR-390P Common Features • Highly mobile one-piece design• DSP (Digital Signal Processing)• Studio Multicore CCU operations up to 300m• TruEye™ process for faithful colour reproduction• DynaLatitude™ process minimises video level distortion • Skin Detail and Skin Tone with auto detectio...
Page 16 - Dockable Recorder
16 DSR-1P Dockable Recorder • Compact and lightweight: 3.1 kg (6 lb 13 oz) including battery • Ideal operation as a digital camcorder by docking with the DXC-D50P Digital Video Camera • Dual-size cassette mechanism: both standard- and mini-size cassettes accepted • Dual interface mechanism: Pro 76-p...
Page 17 - Compact Camcorder; Handycam
17 DSR-PD170P Compact Camcorder • Compact and lightweight: 1.5 kg (3 lb 5 oz) including battery and tape • 1/3-inch CCD for accurate colour reproduction• Capable of both interlace scan, for moving images, and progressive scan, for still images or shooting amoving subject* 1 and exporting a frame of ...
Page 18 - Master Series VTRs; DIGITAL VTRs; MASTER SERIES
18 Master Series VTRs Since its introduction, the DVCAM format has becomewidely accepted in the world of video production – fromindustrial to broadcast markets. Recognising theincreasing demands for DV-based production in broad-cast applications, Sony introduced the DSR-2000P in1999, complete with c...
Page 19 - Editing Recorder
19 DSR-2000P Editing Recorder • Playback capability of DV tapes recorded in LP mode• Non-tracking playback* 1 • Preread editing capability* 2 to perform sound-on- sound capability, audio mix/swap and over-dubbingof audio with no delay between video and audio aswell as A/B roll editing* 3 with two VT...
Page 20 - STUDIO VTRs
DSR-30P Recorder • Superb picture quality of the DVCAM format• Playback capability of DV recorded tapes (SP mode only) • Long recording time: up to 184 minutes with a standard-size cassette and 40 minutes with a mini-size cassette • i.LINK (DV In/Out) interface providing a single cable connection to...
Page 21 - Recorder
21 STUDIO VTRs DSR-25 Recorder • Superb picture quality of the DVCAM format• Recording and playback capability of the DV format (SP mode only)* 1 • Long recording time: up to 184 minutes with a standard-size cassette, 40 minutes with a mini-sizecassette • Recording and playback capability of both NT...
Page 22 - PORTABLE VTRs
DSR-70AP Portable Editing Recorder • Compact, all-in-one package features a 6.4-inch VGA LCD monitor, a full cut-editing controller with a Jog/Shuttle dial and audio speaker • Wide range of digital slow speeds from -0.5 to +0.5 times normal speed • High-speed colour picture search over a range of 32...
Page 23 - Hard Disk Unit; Hard Disk Recorder; HARD DISK UNITS
23 DSR-DU1 Hard Disk Unit • Compact hard drive unit (2.5-inch, 40 GB hard drive) for use with DVCAM and Sony DV camcorders* 1 • Camera output can be recorded to the DSR-DU1’s hard drive in parallel to the recordings made on thecamcorder’s tape via i.LINK(DV) connection. • Recording in 25Mb/s DVCAM/D...
Page 24 - SOFTWARE; EDITING SOLUTIONS; Workflow Acceleration; Simultaneous rec & play with less than 1 sec delay; Three key benefits with compatible NLE; Direct import of time code & clip info in seconds.; No rewiring hassle
24 Lineup features SOFTWARE | EDITING SOLUTIONS DSR-DU1 Workflow Acceleration DSR-DR1000P For Sports Application Sports / Live events (OB Van) – with Slow-Motion Controller Cost effective solution• Simultaneous rec & play with less than 1 sec delay • +/-200% Dynamic Motion Control• Instant cue-up...
Page 25 - PRODUCTION SYSTEMS; DVLince; PUBLISHING; SERVERS
25 PRODUCTION SYSTEMS DVLince is a complete, integrated, and managed solu-tion for the planning, production and distribution ofvideo and audio content. Built on the vast experiencethat Sony has gained with high-end solutions such asNewsbase, it is an affordable, flexible and scalable system that leve...
Page 26 - DV Station
26 Lineup features PRODUCTION SYSTEMS As a world leader in digital media solutions for broad-casters, Sony has designed DV Station to be simpleand intuitive to operate – even for non-specialists withlittle or no video editing experience. With DV Station, all content is stored and managed using the i...
Page 27 - Features; WIRELESS MICROPHONE SYSTEMS
27 Recommended WirelessMicrophone Systems forDVCAM The UWP Series of wireless microphones have two spe-cific packages designed for portable/camera use. Eachpackage has been carefully compiled to meet with arange of operational requirements that are able to adaptto all your operational needs. The UWP ...
Page 28 - Handheld Microphone
28 Lavalier Microphone andBodypack Transmitter Bodypack Transmitter: • Compact and lightweight design• Attenuator function allows adjustment of the microphone-input level to suit each user’s voice • Selectable RF-output level: 5 mW output is suitable for simultaneous multi-channel operation, while 3...
Page 29 - Portable Tuner; Turnkey Package
29 Portable Tuner • Space diversity reception system for stable RF reception • Angle-adjustable antennas to help eliminate signal dropout. This feature also allows mounting positionflexibility when the portable tuner is mounted on acamcorder • RF squelch function virtually eliminates ambient noise an...
Page 30 - Feature Comparison
Feature Comparison DIGITAL CAMCORDERS General CCD size 3CCD 2/3 inch 3CCD 1/2 inch 3CCD 1/3 inch 3CCD 1/3 inch 3CCD 1/4.7 inch CCD type 16:9 4:3 4:3 4:3 4:3 16:9 commutation capability 4/3 Commutation • • • (with high resolution capability) PowerHAD CCD • • Standard lens Recommended Canon: APK versi...
Page 34 - Optional Accessories & Peripheral Equipment
Optional Accessories & Peripheral Equipment BATTERIES, CHARGERS & AC ADAPTORS 34 BP-L40A Li-ion Rechargeable Battery Pack Cameras: DSR-570WSP | DSR-390P | DSR-1P | DSR-250P VTRs: DSR-70AP | DSR-50P NP-F550 Rechargeable Battery Pack Camera: DSR-PD170P NP-F750 Rechargeable Battery Pack Camera:...
Page 35 - CABLES & REMOTE CONTROL UNITS
CABLES & REMOTE CONTROL UNITS 35 RCC-5G Remote Control Cable (5 m) VTRs: DSR-2000P | DSR-1800P | DSR-1600PDSR-1500AP | DSR-45P | DSR-70AP CCZ-A2/A5/A10 Connecting Cable (26-pin - 26-pin) Cameras: DSR-570WSP | DSR-390P CCF-3L DV Cable (6-pin with lock to 6-pin) Cameras: DSR-570WSP | DSR-390P | DS...
Page 36 - RECORDING MEDIA
Optional Accessories & Peripheral Equipment RECORDING MEDIA 36 PDV-12CL Cleaning Cassette Tape (Standard size) Cameras: DSR-570WSP | DSR-390P | DSR-1P | DSR-250P VTRs: DSR-2000P | DSR-1800P | DSR-1600PDSR-1500AP | DSR-45P | DSR-30P | DSR-25DSR-11 | DSR-70AP | DSR-50P PDV-34N/64N/94N/124N/184N Di...
Page 37 - BOARDS
BOARDS 37 DSBK-1501 Digital Input/Output Board VTR: DSR-1500AP DSBK-180P Dual Video Input Board VTR: DSR-70AP DSBK-1801 SDI/AES/EBU Input/Output Board VTR: DSR-1800P DSBK-1803 i.LINK/DV Input/Output Board VTRs: DSR-1800P | DSR-1600P DSBK-160A SDI/i.LINK Input/Output Board VTR: DSR-70AP DSBK-1601 SDI...
Page 38 - MOUNTING & CARRYING ACCESSORIES
Optional Accessories & Peripheral Equipment MOUNTING & CARRYING ACCESSORIES 38 VCT-1170RM Video Tripod with Remote Control Cameras: DSR-PD170P | DSR-PDX10P CAC-4 Chest Pad Camera: DSR-1P A8278-057-A Adaptor bracket for WRR-805A/B Cameras: DSR-570WSP | DSR-390P LC-DS500 Carrying Case (Hard ty...
Page 39 - OTHERS
OTHERS 39 DXF-51 5-inch Monochrome Viewfinder Cameras: DSR-570WSP | DSR-390P WRT-822B UHF Synthesized Wireless Transmitter CVX-V18NSP Colour Video Camera for night shot application VF-58PK Filter Kit PL Filter and Multi-coat Filter Cameras: DSR-250P | DSR-PD170P WRR-855B UHF Synthesized Tuner Cameras...
Page 40 - Specifications
Specifications DIGITAL CAMCORDERS 40 DSR-570WSP / DSR-390P / DXC-D50P/WSP Camcorders DSR-570WSP DSR-390P DXC-D50P/WSP General Power requirements DC 12 V (11 to 17 V) Power consumption 26.1 W (with VF), 24 W (without VF) 22.1 W (with VF), 20 W (without VF) 26 W (with VF) Operating temperature 0 °C to ...
Page 44 - VTR REAR CONNECTOR PANELS
Specifications VTR REAR CONNECTOR PANELS 44 DSR-45P DSR-30P DSR-25 DSR-11 DSR-70AP DSR-50P DSR-1800P DSR-1600P DSR-2000P DSR-1500AP DSR-DR1000P
Page 46 - HARD DISK RECORDERS / FLEXICART
Specifications HARD DISK RECORDERS / FLEXICART 46 DSR-DR1000P Hard Disk Recorder General Power requirements AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption 60 W Operating temperature 5 °C to 40 °C (41 °F to 104 °F) Storage temperature -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F) Operating humidity Less than 80% S...
Page 47 - UWP Series
WIRELESS MICROPHONE SYSTEMS 47 UWP Series Bodypack Transmitter / Handheld Microphone / Portable Tuner Handheld Microphone Oscillator Crystal-controlled PLL synthesizer Type of emission F3E Carrier frequencies CE model 798 MHz to 822 MHz (TV channels 62 to 64) or 838 MHz to 862 MHz (TV channels 67 to...