Sony DSR-11 DVCAM compact VCR (PAL/NTSC)

The DSR-11 compact DVCAM video recorder is equipped with i.LINK™ IEEE-1394 DV based I/O connection, multi-voltage operation, and both NTSC and PAL playback and recording capability (Note: VTR does not convert NTSC/PAL system signals). The DSR-11 can record and playback in either DVCAM or consumer DV formats, will accommodate both standard and mini size DVCAM and DV cassettes, and is able to be placed in either vertical or horizontal positions.


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Highlights

i.LINK IEEE-1394 DV Interface Connection
 
Multi-voltage Operation Capability
 
Accommodates Mini and Standard Size DV & DVCAM Cassettes
 
Can record in DV or DVCAM mode
 
NTSC or PAL Record and Playback (No Conversion)
 
DV EE Capable
 
Horizontal or Vertical Placement (Stand Included)
 

 

Features

 

Feature

 

Benefit

DVCAM/DV Recording
and Playback

 

Employs the DVCAM format to offer superior video and audio quality and reliability for professional use. It also features the audio lock mode for professional audio editing. At the same time, it is capable of recording and playing back the consumer DV (SP) format (The transition from cut to cut may not be smooth when recorded in the DV format).


Compact and Lightweight
Design

 

The DSR-11 weighs only 6 lbs. 2 oz. With its compact design, it can be placed on top of a PC tower or on its side by using the supplied stand.

NTSC/PAL Recording
And Playback

 

When playing back, the DSR-11 automatically detects the color system of the tape and outputs the signal. When recording through the i.LINK (IEEE-1394) digital interface, the DSR-11 detects the color system signals of the source and records accordingly. When recording through analog input, the color system of the source is set manually through a switch on the back of the unit. An indicator lamp on the front panel shows whether it is recording in NTSC or PAL.

Audio Capability

 

The DSR-11 can record two channels of audio with 48 kFs/16 bit or four channels of audio with 32 kFs/12 bit sampling that is selectable through the menu.

i.LINK Connection Capability

 

The DSR-11 is equipped with a 4-pin i.LINK jack that allows digital dubbing with virtually no quality loss. It can be connected to other VTR equipment with this connection as well as to video capture boards that support the DV IN/OUT interface (IEEE 1394). In addition, the DSR-11 can copy timecode through the i.LINK connection from a non-tape source (such as a PC) when recording in the DVCAM mode. For example, if video is edited on a NLE system with a new timecode, that timecode can be copied on the tape when downloading. That way, if the timecode begins intentionally with a large number, it can be copied to the tape.

Specifications

 

Specification

 

Detail

System

 

NTSC/PAL switchable

DC input

 

DC jack type 4

Power consumption

 

15 W

Operating temperature

 

5° C to 40° C (41° F to 104° F)

Storage temperature

 

-20° C to +60° C (-4° F to +140° F)

Tape speed

 

Approx. 28.2 mm/sec (DVCAM mode); approx. 18.8 mm/sec (DV SP mode)

Recording/playback time

 

184 min. (DVCAM), 270 min. (DV SP) when using PDV-184ME cassettes; 40 min. (DVCAM, 60 min. (DV SP) when using PDVM-40ME cassette

Weight

 

2.8 kg (6lbs. 2 oz.)

Dimensions

 

180 (W) x 89 (H) x 258.4 (D) mm, excluding projections P 1/8 x 2 ¾ x 10 ¼ inches

Video
Record mode


 

DVCAM/DV (SP mode only)

Video
Playback mode

 

DVCAM/DV (SP mode only)

Audio
Rec mode


 

48 kHz; 16 bit; 2 ch / 32 kHz; 12 bit; 4 ch / automatic (DV IN)

Audio
Playback mode

 

48 kHz; 16 bit; 2 ch / 32 kHz; 12 bit; 4 ch / 32 kHz; 16 bit; 2 ch / 44,1 kHz; 16 bit; 2 ch (automatically selected)

Video IN
Composite


 

RCA pin, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms, Sync negative

Video IN
S Video


 

4-pin mini DIN; Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms, Sync negative; C: 0.286 Vp-p (NTSC), 0.3 Vp-p (PAL), subcarrier burst 75 ohms

Audio IN

 

RCA pin x 2 (L, R); input level: 2V rms (full bit); input impedance: more than 47 kohms

Video OUT
Composite


 

RCA pin, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms, Sync negative

Video OUT
Composite


 

RCA pin, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms, Sync negative

Video OUT
S Video


 

4-pin mini DIN; Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms, Sync negative; C: 0.285 Vp-p (NTSC), 0.3 Vp-p (PAL), subcarrier burst 75 ohms

Audio OUT

 

RCA pin x 2 (L, R); output level: 2V rms (full bit); output impedance: less than 10 kohms

DV IN/OUT

 

4-pin

Control S

 

Stereo mini jack

LANC

 

Stereo micro mini jack