ClipLink™ function

The ClipLink function links all stages from shooting to editing. Once editing points have been set with this function during shooting, they can be used to boost the efficiency of editing work.

However, this function does not work when using the DV OUT connector. (See pages 68, 109 and 136.)

Creation of clips

Using the ClipLink function, the camcorder operator can create clips to be used during editing.

The images captured at the Mark IN points are recorded in a compressed format onto the tape as

“Index Pictures.” In addition, editing point-related data (scene number, time code for Mark IN/OUT points, etc.) is recorded in the cassette memory.

ClipLink mode

To use the ClipLink function, select the menu setting to set the DSR-500WSL/500WSPL into ClipLink mode. There is also a ClipLink continue function that enables clips to be continued even after a break in recording.

PCM digital audio

Recording/playback can be set to audio lock mode. Selectable between two-channel recording (with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz) mode or four-channel recording (with a sampling frequency of 32 kHz) mode (CH-1 and CH-2 only). (See pages 16, 17, 55 and 109.)

Equipped with audio output connectors

During recording or playback, audio output can be monitored via a built-in speaker, a connected earphone or via (two-channel) audio output connectors. (See pages 24 and 25.)

Color playback

Connect an external video monitor for color playback (playback adaptor not required). The DSR-500WSL/ 500WSPL is equipped with two video monitor connectors: one for composite video output and the other for S-video output. (See page 24.)

VCR data display

The DSR-500WSL/500WSPL is able to display the following data on the viewfinder screen. (See pages 76, 89 and 90.)

•Time values (counter, time code, or user bit values) •Audio recording levels

•Remaining tape time

•Operation mode of the VCR section •Remaining battery capacity •ClipLink information

Recording on external VCRs

Betacam or S-VHS VCRs can be connected to the VTR connector (26-pin) on the rear panel. (See pages 25, 26, 45 and 56.)

Equipped with the DV OUT connector

The DV OUT connector is i.LINK1) compatible. You can connect with the Sony equipment which has the DV input connector.

You can do cut editing and digital dubbing if you connect the DSR-70/70P Digital Videocassette Recorder (with the DSBK-140 is fitted) to the DV OUT connector on the camcorder, using an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable). (See pages 25, 26, 45 and 57.)

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