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3-862-712-11 (1)
©1998 by Sony Corporation
DSR-200A
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
Owner`s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the
serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DSR-200A
Serial No.
Digital Camcorder
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For the customers in the U.S.A.
WARNING
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.
For the customers in CANADA
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.
DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY.
LITHIUM ION BATTERY.
DISPOSE OF PROPERLY.
You can return your unwanted lithium ion batteries
to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory
Service Center.
Note:
In some areas the disposal of lithium ion
batteries in household or business trash may
be prohibited.
For the Sony Service Center nearest you call
1-800-222-SONY (United States only)
For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you call
416-499-SONY (Canada only)
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium
ion battery.
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.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.


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Table of contents
Before you begin
Using this manual ................................... 4
Checking supplied accessories .............. 5
Identifying the parts ............................... 6
Attaching optional accessories ............ 17
Getting started
Attaching the viewfinder ..................... 20
Charging and installing the
battery pack .................................... 21
Inserting a cassette ................................ 24
Basic operations
Camera recording ................................. 26
Using the zoom feature ................. 30
Hints for better shooting ...................... 31
Checking the recorded picture ............ 33
Connections for playback .................... 34
Playing back a tape ............................... 36
Advanced operations
Using alternative power sources ........ 38
Changing the mode settings ................ 40
­ for camera recording ­
Fade-in and fade-out ............................ 43
Overlapping two pictures .................... 44
Using the wide mode function ............ 45
Photo recording ..................................... 46
Interval recording ................................. 47
Cut recording ......................................... 48
­ for manual adjustment ­
Selecting automatic or manual mode
........................................................... 49
Focusing manually ................................ 51
Adjusting the aperture ......................... 54
Adjusting the shutter speed ................ 55
Adjusting the gain ................................ 58
Adjusting the white balance ................ 60
Using the ND filter ............................... 63
Using the zebra pattern ........................ 64
Adjusting the recording sound ........... 65
Releasing the STEADY SHOT function
........................................................... 68
Making a custom preset ....................... 69
­ for editing/playback ­
Searching the recorded picture ........... 71
Displaying recording data ................... 73
Editing onto another tape .................... 74
Audio dubbing ...................................... 76
Additional information
Changing the lithium battery in the
digital camcorder ........................... 78
Resetting the date and time ................. 80
Compatibility of DVCAM and DV
formats ............................................. 81
Notes on video cassettes ...................... 83
Tips for using the battery pack ........... 84
Maintenance information and
precautions ...................................... 86
Using your digital camcorder abroad
........................................................... 89
Trouble check ........................................ 90
Specifications ......................................... 94
Warning indicators ............................... 95
Index ........................................ Back cover


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Before you begin
Using this manual
As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the digital camcorder are
shown in capital letters.
e.g. Set the POWER switch to ON.
As indicated with in the illustrations, you can hear the beep sound to confirm your
operation.
Note on TV color systems
TV color systems differ from country to country. To view your recordings on a TV, you
need an NTSC system-based TV.
Precaution on copyright
Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the
copyright laws.
Precautions on digital camcorder care
· Do not let sand get into the digital camcorder. When you use the digital
camcorder on a sandy beach or in a dusty place, protect it from the sand or dust.
Sand or dust may cause the unit to malfunction, and sometimes this
malfunction cannot be repaired [a].
· Do not let the digital camcorder get wet. Keep the digital camcorder away from
rain and sea water. Letting the digital camcorder get wet may cause the unit to
malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired [b].
· Never leave the digital camcorder exposed to temperatures above 140°F (60°C),
such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [c].
[b]
[c]
[a]
Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if
recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of
the digital camcorder, video tape, etc.


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Before
you
begin
Check that the following accessories are supplied with your digital camcorder.
Checking supplied accessories
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1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p.11)
2 CR2025 Lithium Battery (1) (p. 78)
The lithium battery is already installed
in your digital camcorder.
3 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote
Commander (2) (p. 12)
4 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 34)
5 S video cable (1) (p. 34)