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DSR-400L/400PL/400K/400PK/450WSL/450WSPL
3-868-499-15 (1)
Digital Camcorder
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
The supplied CD-ROM includes operaion manuals for
the DSR-400/450WS series of digital camcorders
(English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish versions).
For more details, see “Using the CD-ROM Manual” on page 26.
DSR-400L/400PL
DSR-400K/400PK
DSR-450WSL/450WSPL
Sony Corporation Printed in Japan
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Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s Owner’s Record instructions. The model and serial numbers are located on the top. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer ATTENTION to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Danger d’explosion si la batterie n’est pas replacée correctement. Model No. Serial No. Remplacez-la uniquement avec le même type ou un type équivalent re
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For the customers in Europe Pour les utilisateurs aux Etats-Unis et au Canada. RECYCLAGE DES ACCUMULATEURS AUX IONS DE This product with the CE marking complies with the EMC LITHIUM Directive (89/336/EEC) issued by the Commission of the Les accumulateurs aux ions de lithium European Community. sont recyclables. Compliance with this directive implies conformity to the Vous pouvez contribuer à préserver following European standards: l’environnement en rapportant les piles � EN55103-1: Elect
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Note about laser beams Laser beams can damage the CCDs of this camcorder. In environments where laser beams are used, be careful to prevent the laser beams from striking the surfaces of the CCDs. 4
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Fitting to a Tripod.....................................34 Using a Video Light.................................. 34 Table of Contents Preparing Audio Input System................ 35 Using the supplied microphone ................. 35 Table of Contents.......................................5 Using an external microphone ................... 35 Attaching a UHF Portable Tuner (for a UHF Wireless Microphone System) ......... 36 Chapter 1 Overview Connecting line input audio equipment..... 38 Produc
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Recording Analog Composite Signals Setting the date/time of the internal (with a CBK-SC01 Installed- clock ............................................... 106 DSR-450WS/450WSP only) ...............65 Assigning functions to ASSIGN Playing and Checking Recorded switches .......................................... 107 Contents.............................................66 Selecting the lens file............................... 107 Checking the recorded contents immediately Selecting the asp
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Chapter 1 Overview Overview 1 Chapter Product Configurations The DSR-400/450WS Digital Camcorder series is made up of the DSR-400K/400PK, DSR-400L/400PL, and DSR-450WSL/450WSPL models depending on the product configuration, as shown in the figure below. The camcorders comprise both NTSC and PAL versions. The operation of the basic camcorder is the same in all cases. DSR-400K/400PK DSR-400L/400PL, DSR-450WSL/450WSPL DXF-801 Viewfinder * Microphone VCT-U14 Tripod Adaptor ** Test chart for
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Chapter 1 Overview images. (The video image is recorded as an interlaced scan signal (60i) by 2-3 pull-down conversion.) Features For details on recording in progressive scan mode, see “Setting the CCD scan mode (DSR-450WS/450WSP * The DSR-400/400P DVCAM digital camcorder is only)” on page 108. * equipped with a 2/3-inch type Power HAD EX CCD with an aspect ratio of 4:3. The DSR-450WS/450WSP ASSIGN (Assignable) switches DVCAM digital camcorder is equipped with a 2/3-inch Assignable sw
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Chapter 1 Overview to a value close to the scan frequency of a computer VTR features display, so that the horizontal band and flicker that appear when recording a computer display can be reduced. Standard-size and mini-size DVCAM cassettes � Slow shutter (DSR-450WS/450WSP only) Equipped with a tape drive with an original Sony A slow shutter function allows you to set the exposure time mechanism, this camcorder can use both standard-size longer than 1 frame. By doing so, sensitivity is i
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Chapter 1 Overview Location and Function of Parts Front view 5 VF connector 6 Lens mount 7 FILTER selector 8 ZEBRA button 1 Lens mount cap 9 ASSIGN 1/2 switches 2 LENS connector 0 Lens locking lever qa MENU knob qs SHUTTER switch 3 REC button 4 AUTO W/B BAL switch qd AUDIO LEVEL knob a Lens mount cap d AUTO W/B BAL (automatic white/black balance Remove by pushing up the lens locking lever (page 11). adjustment) switch When no lens is mounted, keep this cap fitted for Activates the whit
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Chapter 1 Overview * The range over which the subject is sharply in focus. Thus, “reducing the k MENU knob depth of field” means that the range is reduced as well, and “increasing the Changes the page selection or a setting within the menu. depth of field” means that it is increasing as well. For details about how to use the MENU knob, see “Basic h ZEBRA button menu operations” on page 94. Press to display a zebra pattern (diagonal stripes) in the viewfinder screen. l SHUTTER switch The
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Chapter 1 Overview set this switch to MAN. However, when using the g ALARM (alarm tone volume adjustment) knob interval recording mode, the video light is automatically Controls the volume of the warning tone that is output via turned on immediately before recording starts. the built-in speaker or earphones. Turning this knob to the � To ensure proper operation of the video light, Sony minimum setting mutes the alarm tone. recommends the use of the battery pack BP-GL65, ALARM BP-G
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Chapter 1 Overview Left side of the LCD monitor 1 LCD button 2 RESET button 3 DISPLAY button 4 DISP SEL button a LCD button d DISP SEL (display selection) button Controls the LCD monitor. Each time pressing this button, Each time pressing this button, the display in the LCD the setting changes as follows. monitor changes as follows. L: The LCD monitor is adjusted for viewing indoors. CHAR: Displays video with superimposed text. With the H: The LCD monitor is adjusted for viewing outdoors.
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Chapter 1 Overview Rear section 1 PLAY button and indicator 2 REW button REW PLAY F FWD 4 F FWD button and indicator and indicator 5 STOP button REV EDIT FWD STOP 3 EDIT SEARCH SEARCH +FWD/–REV buttons 6 WARNING indicator 7 TAPE indicator 8 Built-in speaker 9 AUDIO adjustment cover 0 EARPHONE jack a PLAY button and indicator For details about the meaning of the lights displayed, see Press to view a playback image using the viewfinder or a “Operation Warnings” on page 126. LCD monitor
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Chapter 1 Overview Operation panel under the AUDIO adjustment cover 5 Arrow key 1 MONITOR OUT CHARACTER switch AUDIO LEVEL 2 MONITOR SELECT CH-1 ON 6 AUDIO LEVEL controls MIX OFF switch CH-2 MONITOR MONITOR OUT SELECT CHARACTER 7 F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch PRESET F-RUN REGEN SET AUTO 8 AUDIO SELECT switches 3 PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK CLOCK R-RUN MANUAL AUDIO SELECT switch CH-1 CH-1 LITHIUM BATT REC FRONT MIC TRIGGER AUDIO IN LOW OUT PARALLEL FRONT 9 AUDIO IN switches ON INT ONLY WRR OFF EXT ONLY REAR
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Chapter 1 Overview i AUDIO IN (CH-1/CH-2) (audio channel 1/2 input � Audio fade-in/fade-out selection) switches Select either ON or OFF. Select the audio input signals to be recorded on audio channels 1 and 2. The audio input is sourced as explained j REC TRIGGER (external VTR trigger) switch below based on the position of the switches. Sets the function of the REC button on the camcorder or FRONT: The microphone connected to the MIC IN (+48 the VTR button on the lens when an external VTR
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Chapter 1 Overview f Viewfinder fitting shoe h MIC IN (microphone input) (+48V) connector Attach the DXF-801 Viewfinder. (XLR type, 3-pin, female) Connect the supplied microphone to this connector. A g LIGHT (video light) connector (2-pin, female) microphone other than the one supplied may also be A video light with a maximum power consumption of 50 connected as long as it can operate with power source W, such as the Anton Bauer Ultralight 2 or equivalent can supplied by external equipmen
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Chapter 1 Overview f Shoulder pad equipment with the reference time code using this You can move the shoulder pad forwards or backwards by connector. raising up the shoulder pad locking lever. Do this to ensure the best balance when shooting with the camcorder on h TC OUT (time code output) connector (BNC type) your shoulder. To synchronize the time code of an external VTR to that of the camcorder, connect the camcorder to the reference For details about how to adjust the pad, see “Adjust
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Chapter 1 Overview Insert a “Memory Stick”. The “Memory Stick” access j (i.LINK) DV OUT connector (6-pin, IEEE1394 indicator lights up when the “Memory Stick” is being compliant) accessed for reading or writing. Connect to a device supporting the DV format or a computer, using i.LINK cable (DV cable). For details about how to insert a “Memory Stick”, see “To insert a “Memory Stick”” on page 110. Notes � If video and audio signals from an external device For details about the types of “Mem
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Chapter 1 Overview Lens VCL-917BY Zoom Lens (DSR-400K/400PK only) 8 Iris ring 1 F.f adjustment ring and F.f fixing knob 9 RET button 2 MACRO selector 0 Motorized zoom lever 3 Zoom ring qa Iris mode selector 4 Focus ring Lens hood qs Instant automatic iris adjustment button 5 ZOOM selector qd VTR button 6 Focal servo module connector qf MACRO ring 7 Zoom remote control connector a F.f (flange focal length) adjustment ring and F.f For details of the lens remote control unit, please contact fi
