Sony DSR-85 VCR User Manual


 
Chapter 1 Overview
Chapter 1 Overview 7
Digital slow-motion playback
Using the frame memory function, the unit can show
noise-free slow-motion playback at speeds ranging
from 0 to
1
/5 normal in both directions. Frame-by-
frame and field-by-field playback modes are also
available.
Jog audio function
When in jog mode, audio can be monitored at
playback speeds ranging from 2 times to
1
/30 normal in
both directions. The audio signals are once stored in
memory and then played back at the same rate as the
search speed. This allows you to use audio playback
to find the desired edit points.
Built-in TBC (Time Base Corrector)
A digital TBC is built in to ensure jitter-free video
output during analog editing.
Other Features
Menu system for functionality and
operation settings
The unit provides a menu system to make its various
functions easier to use and set up its operation
conditions.
Superimposition function
Time code numbers, operation mode indications,
menus, error messages, and other text data can be
superimposed and output in analog composite video
signals.
Easy maintenance functions
• Self-diagnostic/alarm function: This function
automatically detects setup and connection errors,
operation faults, and other problems. It also displays
a description of the problem, its cause, and the
recommended response on the video monitor screen
or time counter display.
• Digital hours meter: The unit’s digital hours meter
functions include four kinds of tally operations for
operating hours, head drum usage hours, tape
transport hours, and tape threading/unthreading times.
The tally results can be viewed on the video monitor
or the time counter display.
Rack mountable
When you use the optional RMM-130 Rack Mount
Kit, you can mount this unit onto an EIA-standard 19-
inch rack (height = 4 units).
Optional Accessories
DSBK-120/120P SDI (Serial Digital
Interface) Input/Output Board
When installed in the DSR-85/85P, this board enables
digital video and audio signals in the D1 format to be
input to and output from the unit.
DSBK-130/130P Time Code Input/Output
Board
When installed in the DSR-85/85P, this board enables
SMPTE or EBU-format time code (LTC) to be input to
and output from the unit.
RMM-130 Rack Mount Kit
This kit can be used to mount the DSR-85/85P onto an
EIA-standard 19-inch rack.