Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product Video Walkman GV-D900E Sony
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3-862-706- 54 (2) ©1998 by Sony Corporation GV -D900E Digital Video Cassette Recor der Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
2 English WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
3 Before you begin / Перед началом эксплуатации T able of contents Before you begin Using this manual 4 Checking supplied accessories 6 Basic operations Installing the AC adapt.
4 Before you begin Using this manual Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony “Video Walkman” VCR. As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the VCR are shown in capital letters. e.g., Set the POWER switch to ON. Note on Cassette Memory This VCR is based on the DV format.
5 Before you begin / Перед началом эксплуатации Using this manual Precaution on copyright Television programmes, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the copyright laws.
6 Checking supplied accessories 12 45 3 Check that the following accessories are supplied with your VCR. 1 AC-V700 AC adaptor/charger (1) (p. 7, 14) The shape of the plug varies from region to region. 2 DK-415 connecting cord (1) (p. 7) 3 A/V connecting cable (1) (p.
7 Basic operations / Основные операции Use the supplied AC adaptor/charger. (1) Set the mode change switch to VCR/ CAMERA. (2) Connect the connecting cord to the DC OUT jack on the AC adaptor/charger. (3) Connect the mains lead to mains.
8 1234 EJECT Inserting a cassette You can use mini DV cassette with logo* only. Make sure that the power source is installed. (1) While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) While pressing the small blue button, slide EJECT to the right. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens.
9 Basic operations / Основные операции Playing back a tape 1 POWER PLAY STOP REW FF VOLUME 2,3 4 OFF ON Воспроизведение ленты ( 1 ) Нажимая маленькую зеленую кнопку на выключателе POWER , установите его в положение ON.
10 Playing back a tape Using a Remote Commander You can operate this VCR using a Remote Commander supplied with a Sony product. Set COMMANDER in the menu system according to the remote control mode of the Sony product.
11 Basic operations / Основные операции Playing back a tape Various playback modes To view a still picture (playback pause) Press P during playback. The PAUSE lamp (orange) lights up. To resume playback, press P or · . To locate a scene (picture search) Keep pressing 0 or ) during playback.
12 Playing back a tape MENU COMMANDER HiFi SOUND REC MODE AUDIO MODE TITLEERASE TITLE DSPL TAPE TITLE VTR2 MENU HiFi SOUND STEREO 1 2 MENU COMMANDER HiFi SOUND REC MODE AUDIO MODE TITLEERASE TITLE DSP.
13 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции Advanced operations Using alter native power sour ces Accessory to be used Supplied AC adaptor/charger Battery pack NP-.
14 Using the battery pack This VCR operates with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (not supplied). If you use any other battery pack to operate your VCR, the VCR may not operate or the battery life may be shortened. “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
15 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции Charging time Battery pack Charging time * NP-F730 250 (190) NP-F750 270 (210) NP-F930 330 (270) NP-F950 360 (300) Numbers in parentheses indicate the time for a normal charge.
16 данная продукция является подлинной принадлежностью видеопродукции Sony. Если Вы покупаете видеопродукцию S.
17 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции Changing the mode settings You can change the mode settings in the menu system to further enjoy the features and functions of the VCR. (1) Press MENU to display the menu.
18 Selecting the mode setting of each item COMMANDER <VTR1-6/OFF> • Select VTR2 when using a Remote Commander supplied with Sony video camera recorder.
19 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции Changing the mode settings TITLEERASE Erase the title you have superimposed. TITLE DSPL <ON/OFF> • Select ON to display the title you have superimposed. • Select OFF not to display the title.
20 Changing the mode settings Изменение установок режимов DISPLAY* <LCD или V-OUT/LCD> • Обычно выбирайте LCD. • Выберите V-OUT/LCD для отображения индикаторов и на экране ЖКД и на экране телевизора.
21 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции DATE SEARCH 1 2 3 MENU CM SEARCH ON OFF 456 1/ 7/ 10/ 1/98 2/98 4/98 DATE SEARCH 1 2 3 1/ 7/ 10/ 1/98 2/98 4/98 Searchi.
22 MENU CM SEARCH ON OFF 45 [a] [b] [c] 5.7.1998 4.7.1998 31.12.1998 6 DATE 00 SEARCH Notes • The interval of the boundaries between the dates needs more than two minutes. The VCR may not search if the beginning of the recorded date is too close to the next one.
23 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции TITLE SEARCH 1 HAPPY BIRTHDAY 2 WEDDING 3 HELLO! MENU CM SEARCH ON OFF 456 TITLE SEARCH 1 HAPPY BIRTHDAY 2 WEDDING 3 HE.
24 PHOTO SEARCH MENU CM SEARCH ON OFF 456 PHOTO SEARCH 1 2 3 1/ 7/ 10/ 1/98 2/98 4/98 8:52 17:00 11:00 1 2 3 1/ 7/ 10/ 1/98 2/98 4/98 8:52 17:00 11:00 Searching a scene Searching for a photo - photo search/photo scan You can search for the recorded still picture - Photo Search function.
25 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции MENU CM SEARCH ON OFF 45 PHOTO 00 SEARCH Searching a scene Searching for a photo without using cassette memory - photo search You can use this function whether the tape has cassette memory or not.
26 Searching a scene PHOTO 00 SCAN 2 Scanning photo - photo scan You can use this function whether the tape has cassette memory or not. Поиск фрагмента Сканирование фото.
27 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции Displaying r ecor ding data – data code function Using the Remote Commander supplied with a Sony digital video camera recorder, you can display recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) on the LCD screen during playback (Data Code).
28 : Signal flow / Flujo de señales W atching on a TV scr een IN S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO S VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO TV VCR [a] [b] S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN AUDIO IN Просмотр на экране телевиз.
29 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции Watching on a TV screen Просмотр на экране телевизора Если Ваш КВМ или теле.
30 Watching on a TV screen Просмотр на экране телевизора Если Вы используете телевизор Sony • Вы можете включать телевизор автоматически при нажатии кнопки LASER LINK или · .
31 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции Editing onto another tape You can create your own video programme by editing with any other DV, mini DV, h 8 mm, H Hi8, j VHS, k S-VHS, VHSC, K S-VHSC or l Betamax VCR that has audio/video inputs.
32 IN S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO S VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO VCR S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN AUDIO IN : Signal flow / Передача сигнала Using the A/V connecting cable or S video connecting cable Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE.
33 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции Edición en otra cinta Starting editing ( 1 ) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the (recording) VCR, and insert your recorded tape into this VCR.
34 Recor ding fr om a VCR or TV You can record a tape from another VCR or a TV programme from a TV that has video/audio outputs. Connect this (recording) VCR to the (playback) VCR or TV. Turn down the volume of this VCR while editing. Otherwise, picture distortion may occur.
35 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции Recording from a VCR or TV Notes on connection •You can record a picture from another VCR or TV of PAL system only, not from the VCR or TV of SECAM system.
36 LINE OUT You can record an audio sound to add to the original sound on a tape by connecting audio equipment . You can add a sound on your recorded tape by specifying starting and ending points. The original sound will not be erased. Do not connect the video (yellow) plug.
37 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции 4 AUDIO DUB MENU [] MENU AUDIO MIX ST1 ST2 : END Adding an audio sound on a recorded tape (1) Insert your recorded tape into the VCR.
38 Superimposing a title If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can superimpose the titles during playback or playback pause. When you play back the tape, the title is displayed for 5 seconds from the point where you superimposed it. You can select from eight preset titles and one original (CUSTOM TITLE) to superimpose over the picture.
39 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции Superimposing a title 3,4,5 2 6 TITLE MODE HELLO HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATURATIONS! OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING .
40 Preset titles can be scrolled in the following order: HELLO ˜ HAPPY BIRTHDAY ˜ HAPPY HOLIDAYS ˜ CONGRATULATIONS! ˜ OUR SWEET BABY ˜ WEDDING ˜ VACATION ˜ THE END ˜ CUSTOM TITLE. When you have stored an original title The title appears above “CUSTOM TITLE.
41 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции Erasing a title (1) Press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the control dial to select TITLEERASE, then press the control dial. (3) Turn the control dial to select the title you want to erase, then press the control dial.
42 If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can make one title of up to 20 characters and store it in memory. (1) Press TITLE to display the titles. (2) Turn the control dial to select CUSTOM TITLE, then press the control dial. (3) Turn the control dial to select the column of the desired character, then press the control dial.
43 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции Making a custom title 2 TITLE HELLO HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATURATIONS! OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING VACATION [TIT.
44 If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can label a cassette. The label can consist of up to 10 characters and is stored in cassette memory. When you insert the labeled cassette and turn the power on, the label appears. (1) Insert the cassette you want to label.
45 Advanced operations / Усовершенствованные операции Labeling a cassette 4 5,6,7 8 3 MENU MENU TAPE TITLE [MENU]:END – A F K P U Z – B G L Q V & – C H M R W – D.
46 Assemble editing What is assemble editing “Редактирование” используется для создания новой ленты из предварительно записан.
47 Assemble editing/ Монтажное редактирование IN S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO S VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO VCR S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN AUDIO IN Connecting the r ecor ding VCR Use a VCR which is controlled by an infrared remote control system. Connect the recording VCR in the same way as “Editing onto another tape” (p.
48 ASSEMBLE ^ IN 5 –:––:––:–– MARK PROGRAM DELETE PREVIEW EXECUTE SET UP [ASSEMBLE]:END 1 34 56 2 ASSEMBLE 0:08:45:09 OUT –:––:––:–– LAP –:––:––:–– TOTAL 0:05.
49 Assemble editing/ Монтажное редактирование Setting the VCR to control the recording VCR Brand Remote control mode Марка Режим дистанционного упра.
50 Setting the VCR to control the recording VCR Placing both VCRs To operate the recording VCR with this VCR, place the VCRs about 30 cm apart from each other and point the assemble editing control emitter of this VCR at the remote sensor of the recording VCR.
51 Assemble editing/ Монтажное редактирование Adjusting the timing to start r ecor ding When a VCR is remote-controlled, there is time lag from when the VCR receives the signal to when it actually operates. The time lag differs depending on the recording VCR.
52 Adjusting the timing to start recording Adjusting the timing Calculate the average of the five figures for the “CUT-IN” point and do the same for the “CUT- OUT” point. Example: (5 + 6 + 5 + 4 + 5) ÷ 5 = 5 (1) Turn the control dial to select “CUT-IN ADJ,” then press the control dial.
53 Assemble editing/ Монтажное редактирование Selecting scenes Select the scenes in the order you want to edit. One scene selected for editing is called “a cut.
54 Previewing scenes 2 3 ASSEMBLE ^ IN 4 –:––:––:–– MARK PROGRAM DELETE PREVIEW EXECUTE SET UP [ASSEMBLE]:END 0:08:55:28 OUT –:––:––:–– LAP –:––:––:–– TOTAL 0.
55 Assemble editing/ Монтажное редактирование Previewing scenes 23 ASSEMBLE ^ IN 5 –:––:––:–– MARK PROGRAM DELETE PREVIEW EXECUTE SET UP [ASSEMBLE]:END 0:08:45:09 .
56 Previewing scenes 24 ASSEMBLE ^ IN 4 0:08:28:13 MARK PROGRAM DELETE PREVIEW EXECUTE SET UP [ASSEMBLE]:END 0:08:55:28 OUT 0:08:45:09 LAP 0:00:17:03 TOTAL 0:05:32:14 ASSEMBLE ^ DELETE 1PGM DELETE ALL.
57 Assemble editing/ Монтажное редактирование Executing the assemble editing 34 ASSEMBLE ^ MARK PROGRAM DELETE PREVIEW EXECUTE SET UP [ASSEMBLE]:END 0:08:55:28 TOTAL 0:05:32:14 .
58 Additional information Usable cassettes and playback modes Selecting cassette types You can use the mini DV cassette only. You cannot use any other DV, h 8 mm, H Hi8, j VHS, k S-VHS, VHSC, K S-VHSC or l Betamax cassette. We recommend mini DV cassette with cassette memory.
Additional information / Дополнительная информация 59 Notes on the mini DV cassette To prevent accidental erasure Slide out the protect tab on the cassette so that the red portion is visible.
60 Charging the vanadium- lithium battery in the VCR Your VCR is supplied with a vanadium-lithium battery installed so as to retain the menu settings, regardless of the setting of the POWER switch. The vanadium-lithium battery is always charged as long as you are using the VCR.
Additional information / Дополнительная информация 61 Resetting the date and time The date and time are set at the factory. Set the time according to the local time in your country.
62 To correct the date and time setting Repeat steps 2 to 6. The year indicators changes as follows: Note on the time indicator The internal clock of this VCR operates on a 24- hour cycle. Resetting the date and time Установка даты и времени 1998 1999 .
Additional information / Дополнительная информация 63 Notes on “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium battery pack which can exchange data with compatible video equipment about its battery consumption.
64 Notes on “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack To obtain more accurate remaining battery indication • If the indication seems incorrect, use up the battery pack and then recharge it fully (Full charge 1) ).
Additional information / Дополнительная информация 65 Moisture condensation If the VCR is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside the VCR, on the surface of the tape, or on the head drum.
66 Maintenance information and precautions Video head cleaning To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. The video heads may be dirty when: • mosaic-pattern noise appears.
Additional information / Дополнительная информация 67 Maintenance information and precautions Информация по уходу за аппаратом и предосторожности Precautions VCR operation • Operate the VCR on 8.
68 Maintenance information and precautions Информация по уходу за аппаратом и предосторожности On AC adaptor/charger Charging • Use only a lithium ion type battery pack. • Place the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration during charging.
Additional information / Дополнительная информация 69 Using your VCR abr oad Использование Вашего КВМ за границей Each country or area has its own electric and TV colour systems. Before using your VCR abroad, check the following points.
70 Cause and/or corrective actions • The AC adaptor/charger is not connected to mains. m Connect the AC adaptor/charger to mains. (p. 7) • The battery pack is not installed. m Install the battery pack. (p. 14) • The battery is dead. m Use a charged battery pack.
71 Additional information / Дополнительная информация Trouble check Continued to the next page Cause and/or corrective actions • The stereo tape is played back with HiFi SOUND set to 2 in the menu system. m Set it to STEREO. (p.
72 Cause and/or corrective actions • Remove the DV connecting cable, and connect it again. • If the power of the VCR is on for a long time, it becomes warm, which is not malfunction. • Disconnect the connecting plug on the AC adaptor/ charger or the battery pack, then reconnect it in about one minute.
73 Additional information / Дополнительная информация When the CHARGE lamp flashes Check through the following chart. Trouble check When the CHARGE lamp flashes again Install another battery pack. When the CHARGE lamp flashes again The problem is with the AC adaptor/ charger.
74 Cause and/or corrective actions • Moisture condensation has occurred. m Remove the cassette and leave the VCR for at least 1 hour. (p. 65) • The video heads are dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony DVM12CL cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p.
75 Additional information / Дополнительная информация Русский Проверка неисправностей Если у Вас возникла какая-либо пр.
76 Проверка неисправностей Работа Признак Нет звука или только низкий звук слышен при воспроизведении ленты. Новый звук, наложенный на ленту, не прослушивается.
77 Additional information / Дополнительная информация Проверка неисправностей Прочее Признак Во время монтажа с использ.
78 Проверка неисправноестей Когда мигает лампочка CHARGE Проверьте по следующей схеме. Если лампочка CHARGE мигает опять Установите другой батарейный блок.
79 Additional information / Дополнительная информация C:21:00 40min 53min ∫ Экран ЖКД Дисплей самодиагностики • C: ππ : ππ Вы можете выполнить техническое обслуживание КВМ самостоятельно.
80 English Specifications VCR System Video recording system Two rotary heads, Helical scanning system Audio recording system Rotary heads, PCM system Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 32 kHz, stereo 1, stereo 2), 16 bits (Fs 48 kHz, stereo) Video signal PAL colour, CCIR standards Usable cassette Mini DV cassette with logo printed Tape speed SP: Approx.
81 Additional information / Дополнительная информация Русский Технические характеристики КВМ Система Система видеозапи.
82 Identifying the parts 1 LCD screen 2 LCD BRIGHT buttons (p. 9) 3 VOLUME buttons (p. 9) 4 EJECT knob (p. 8) 5 Cassette compartment (p. 8) 6 POWER lamp (p. 9) 7 Remote sensor Aim a Remote Commander (not supplied) here for remote control. 8 RESET button (bottom) (p.
83 Additional information / Дополнительная информация Identifying the parts !∞ r REC (recording) buttons and lamp (p. 34) !§ AUDIO DUB button (p. 37) !¶ DISPLAY button (p. 9) !• TITLE button (p. 39, 43) !ª ASSEMBLE button (p.
84 Identifying the parts #™ PUSH OPEN button (p. 8) #£ LCD panel #¢ Hooks for shoulder strap #∞ LASER LINK emitter (p. 29)/Assemble editing control emitter (p. 50) #§ Battery mounting surface (p. 7) #¶ RELEASE knob Slide up to release the terminal cover when attaching an accessory (not supplied).
85 Additional information / Дополнительная информация Identifying the Parts Operation indicators BRT STBY 0:12:34:15 40min DV IN 16BIT 40min ∫ 1 6 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 !º Опоз.
86 W ar ning indicators If the CAUTION lamp and the indicators on the LCD screen flash, check the following: If the CAUTION lamp flashes, but no indicators appear on the LCD screen, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony facility. : you can hear the beep sound when BEEP is set to ON in the menu system.
87 Additional information / Дополнительная информация Warning indicators 1 The battery is weak or dead. Slow flashing: The battery is weak. Fast flashing: The battery is dead. Depending on conditions, the i indicator may flash, even if there are 5 to 10 minutes remaining.
Sony Corporation Printed in Japan Index A, B BEEP ............................................ 10 C Car battery .................................. 16 Charging battery pack .............. 14 Cleaning video heads ................ 66 Cleaning LCD screen .
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