User manual SONY GV-D1000E

[. . . ] Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. 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. [. . . ] Formatting with this VCR is not required. Do not turn off the POWER switch or press any button while the display shows FORMATTING. To record in the 16-bit mode (one stereo sound with high quality). to display the remaining tape bar: · For about eight seconds after a cassette is inserted and your VCR calculates the remaining amount of tape while the display shows. For about eight seconds after H or DISPLAY is pressed. When you record a tape in the LP mode on your VCR, we recommend playing the tape back on the same VCR. When you play back the tape on other camcorders or VCRs, noise may occur in pictures or sound. When you record in the LP mode, we recommend using a Sony Excellence/Master cassette so that you can get the most out of your VCR. When you record in the SP and LP modes on one tape or you record some scenes in the LP mode, the playback picture may be distorted or the time code may not be written properly between scenes. notes on AUDIO MODE · You cannot dub audio sound on a tape recorded in the 16-bit mode. When playing back a tape recorded in the 16-bit mode, you cannot adjust the balance in AUDIO MIX. notes on DEMO MODE · You cannot select DEMO MODE when a cassette is inserted in your VCR. You cannot select DEMO MODE when a "Memory Stick" is inserted in your VCR. The clock changes by the time difference you set here. If you set the time difference to 0, the clock returns to the originally set time. To output a melody when an unusual condition occurs on your VCR. To activate your VCR with a Remote Commander supplied with your VCR. To activate your VCR with a Remote Commander supplied with a Sony product. Note on DISPLAY The display does not appear when you connect and output through the i. Five minutes after removing the power source The HiFi SOUND and AUDIO MIX items are returned to their default settings. The other menu items are held in memory, even when the battery is removed. You can record and play back images on a "Memory Stick" (optional) with your VCR. [. . . ] Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 2 V (battery pack) Average power consumption During playback using LCD 5. Video recording system 2 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 the mark printed Tape speed SP: Approx. 7 oz) excluding the power cord * See the label on the AC Adaptor for other specifications. [. . . ]