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DCR-PC1/PC1E RMT-808/809 SERVICE MANUAL US Model Canadian Model DCR-PC1 AEP Model Ver 1.0 1998. 07 UK Model Australian Model Chinese Model DCR-PC1E E Model Hong Kong Model Tourist Model Photo: DCR-PC1E D200 MECHANISM RMT-809 DCR-PC1/PC1E DCR-PC1: NTSC model For MECHANISM ADJUSTMENTS, refer to the “DV MEHCANICAL DCR-PC1E: PAL model ADJUSTMENT MANUAL D MECHANISM ”...
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MARK ! ON THE SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS AND IN THE PARTS CRITIQUES POUR LA SÉCURITÉ DE FONCTIONNEMENT. NE LIST ARE CRITICAL TO SAFE OPERATION. REPLACE THESE REMPLACER CES COMPOSANTS QUE PAR DES PIÈSES SONY COMPONENTS WITH SONY PARTS WHOSE PART NUMBERS DONT LES NUMÉROS SONT DONNÉS DANS CE MANUEL OU APPEAR AS SHOWN IN THIS MANUAL OR IN SUPPLEMENTS DANS LES SUPPÉMENTS PUBLIÉS PAR SONY.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SERVICE NOTE Trouble check ······································································ 1-26 Self-diagnosis function ························································ 1-27 Power Supply During Repairs ············································ 5 Identifying the parts ····························································· 1-28 How to Take a Cassette Out When the Main Power Warning indicators ······························································· 1-30 Cannot Be Turned on ·························································· 5 DISASSEMBLY SELF-DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION 2-1.
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• DD-111 (DC/DC Converter) D Page Table ·································································· 5-32 Printed Wiring Board ···································· 4-72 3-3. System Control System Adjustment ······························ 5-34 • DD-111 (DC/DC Converter) Battery End Adjustment (VC-210 board) ······················ 5-34 Schematic Diagram ······································· 4-75 3-4. Servo and RF System Adjustment ································· 5-35 Cap FG Duty Adjustment (MR-40 board) ·····················...
SERVICE NOTE POWER SUPPLY DURING REPAIRS In this unit, about 10 seconds after power is supplied (4.2V) to the battery terminal using the regulated power supply, the power is shut off so that the unit cannot operate. This following two methods are available to prevent this. Take note of which to use during repairs.
SELF-DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION SELF-DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION SELF-DIAGNOSIS DISPLAY When problems occur while the unit is operating, the counter of the When problems occur while the unit is operating, the self-diagnosis function starts working, and displays on the viewfinder or LCD viewfinder shows a 4-digit display consisting of an alphabet and screen what to do.
SELF-DIAGNOSIS CODE TABLE Self-diagnosis Code Block Detailed Symptom/State Correction Function Code Condensation. Remove the cassette, and insert it again after one hour. Video head is dirty. Clean with the optional cleaning cassette. Non-standard battery is used. Use the info LITHIUM battery. LOAD direction.
2-2. CABINET (L) ASSEMBLY, EVF, MD BLOCK ASSEMBLY !™ Microphone unit !£ Microphone case assembly !¡ Microphone GEL sheet 2 Screw (0-No. +P2 M1.7) !º Microphone retainer plate 9 Pan head small screw 7 Move in the direction of (0-No. special M2 × 4) the arrow a .
2-4. CONTROL SWITCH BLOCK Be sure to disengage the catch. Slant here in the direction of the arrow a and remove it in the direction of the arrow b . 2 Remove an end of the grip belt. Be sure to disengage the catch. !º...
2-8. SERVICE POSITION (Mainly for adjustment) Firstly: Remove the cabinet (R) referring to section 2-1. Then connect the CPC-6 jig, the adjustment remote commander and the AC adapter as shown below. CPC-6 terminal board jig Adjustment remote commander (J-6082-371-A) (RM-95) CPC-6 flexible jig (J-6082-370-A) AC adapter (4.2 Vdc)
DCR-PC1/PC1E 4-2. PRINTED WIRING BOARDS AND SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS CD-203 (CCD IMAGER) PRINTED WIRING BOARD — Ref. No. CD-203 Board; 4,000 Series — CD-203 BOARD THIS NOTE IS COMMON FOR WIRING BOARDS AND SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS (In addition to this, the necessary note is printed in each block) C450 CN451 D-9 C451...
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DCR-PC1/PC1E For schematic diagram • Refer to page 4-13 for printed wiring board. VC-210 BOARD (1/8) CAMERA REC IC203 @§,@¶ R2.5/P0 R1.9/P0 0.96Vp-p R1.8/P0 –0.5 R2.5/P0 IC203 2-!¡ 2.6Vp-p 56nsec IC202 5 CAMERA REC/PB 3.2Vp-p 36.0MHz IC202 !™ CAMERA REC/PB 18.0MHz 3.2Vp-p IC206 $º...
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DCR-PC1/PC1E DCR-PC1/PC1E For schematic diagram • Refer to page 4-13 for printed wiring board. VC-210 BOARD (2/8) CAMERA REC/PB IC2401 1 (X2400) 2.2Vp-p 20.0MHz MECHA SP CONTROL 4-23 4-24 4-25 VC-210 (2/8)
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DCR-PC1/PC1E For schematic diagram • Refer to page 4-14 for printed wiring board. VC-210 BOARD (3/8) CAMERA REC/PB Q1500 E 0.22Vp-p Q1501 E 0.2Vp-p !£ Q1502 E 0.26Vp-p !º Q1503 E 0.32Vp-p !¡ Q1504 E 0.4Vp-p !™ IC1502 8 3.5Vp-p 13.5MHz !º...
DCR-PC1/PC1E SECTION 5 ADJUSTMENTS 5-1. CAMERA SECTION ADJUSTMENT When performing adjustments, refer to the layout diagrams for adjustment related parts beginning from page 5-46. NTSC model : DCR-PC1 PAL model : DCR-PC1E 1-1. PREPARATIONS BEFORE ADJUSTMENT (CAMERA SECTION) 1-1-1. List of Service Tools •...
1-1-2. Preparations Note 1: For details of how remove the cabinet and boards, refer to “2. DISASSEMBLY”. Pattern box Note 2: When performing only the adjustments, the lens block and boards need not be disassembled. Note 3: As the power supply of this machine, use the AC adapter that is unique to this machine.
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Must be connected when using the MENU button To PR-31 board Must be connected when using the LCD display To PD-102 board CN8000 Adjustment CPC-6 terminal board jig remote commander (J-6082-371-A) Cabinet (R) Must be connected when performing the view finder system adjustments.
1-1-3. Precaution 1. Setting the Switch Unless otherwise specified, set the switches as follows and perform adjustments without loading cassette. POWER switch (FK4780) ........CAMERA FOCUS (FK4780) ..........MANUAL DEMO MODE (Menu display) ........OFF DIGITAL EFFECT (ME4780) ......... OFF DIGITAL ZOOM (Menu display) ........
1-2. INITIALIZATION OF F, E PAGE DATA 1. Initializing the F, E Page Data 3. F Page Table Note: If the F, E page data has been initialized, the following adjustments Note: Fixed data-1 : Initialized data ( Refer to “1. Initializing the F, E need to be performed again.
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Initial value Initial value Address Remark Address Remark NTSC NTSC PAL Fixed data-2 Fixed data-1 Angular velocity sensor sensitivity adj. (Initialized data) Optical axis adj. Color reproduction adj. Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Hall adj. Fixed data-1 (Initialized data)
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Initial value Initial value Address Remark Address Remark NTSC PAL NTSC PAL Fixed data-1 Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) (Initialized data) Table. 5-1-1...
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4. E Page table Initial value Address Remark Note: Fixed data-1 : Initialized data ( Refer to “1. Initializing the F, E NTSC Page Data”.) Fixed data-1 Fixed data-2 : Modified data (Refer to “2. Modification of F, E Page Data”).
1-3. CAMERA SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS Before perform the camera system adjustments, check that the specified value of “Base Band Block Adjustment” of “VIDEO SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT” are satisfied. 1. 36 MHz Origin Oscillation Adjustment 2. HALL Adjustment (VC-210 board) For detecting the position of the lens iris, adjust the HALL amplifier Set the frequency of the clock for synchronization.
3. Flange Back Adjustment The inner focus lens flange back adjustment is carried out automatically. In whichever case, the focus will be deviated during auto focusing/manual focusing. 3-1. Flange Back Adjustment (1) 3-2. Flange Back Adjustment (2) Perform this adjustment after performing “Flange Back Adjustment Subject Flange back adjustment chart (1)”.
4. Flange Back Check Subject Siemens star (2.0 m from the front of the lens) (Luminance: approx. 230 lux) Measurement Point Check operation on monitor TV Measuring Instrument (Note) Specified Value Focused at the TELE end and WIDE end. Note: When the auto focus is ON, the lens can be checked if it is focused or not by observing the data on the page A of the adjustment remote commander.
5. Optical Axis Adjustment Align the lens optical axis with the that of the CCD imager. If deviated, center of picture can lose focus when zoom is operated from the WIDE end to the TELE end. Subject Siemens star Measurement Point Check on monitor TV Measuring Instrument Adjusting Page...
6. Picture Frame Setting 7. AGC Gain Calibration Adjustment Subject Color bar chart standard picture frame Subject Clear chart (Color bar chart standard (1.5 m from the front of the lens) picture frame) Measurement Point Video output terminal Measurement Point DDS display of LCD or monitor TV Measuring Instrument Oscilloscope and monitor TV...
8. Color Reproduction Adjustment For NTSC model Adjust the color Separation matrix coefficient so that proper color reproduction is produced. Subject Color bar chart standard picture frame Measurement Point Video output terminal Measuring Instrument Vectorscope Adjustment Page Adjustment Address 2E, 30, 44, 45 Specified Value All color luminance points should settle within each color reproduction...
9. MAX GAIN Adjustment 10. Auto White Balance & LV Standard Data Input Setting the minimum illumination. Subject Clear chart (Color bar chart standard If it is not consistent, the image level required for taking subjects in picture frame) low illuminance will not be produced (dark). Adjustment Page Subject Clear chart (Color bar chart standard...
11. Auto White Balance Adjustment 12. White Balance Check Adjust to the proper auto white balance output data. Subject Clear chart (Color bar chart standard If it is not correct, auto white balance and color reproducibility will picture frame) be poor. Filter Filter C14 for color temperature Subject...
13. Angular Velocity Sensor Sensitivity Adjustment • This adjustment is performed only when replacing the angular velocity sensor. Although this adjustment need not be performed when the circuit is damaged, etc., check the operations. • Note down the sensitivity displayed on the angular velocity sensor of the repair parts.
1-4. COLOR ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER 1. VCO Adjustment (VC-210 board) Set the VCO free-run frequency. If deviated, the LCD display will SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT be blurred. Note 1: When replacing the LCD unit, be careful to prevent damages Mode VTR stop caused by static electricity. Signal No signal Note 2: Switch setting...
2. Bright Adjustment (VC-210 board) 3. Contrast Adjustment (VC-210 board) Set the level of the VIDEO signal for driving the LCD to the specified Set the level of the VIDEO signal for driving the LCD to the specified value. If deviated, the screen image will lose sharpness, or will be value.
4. White Balance Adjustment (VC-210 board) Correct the white balance. If deviated, the reproduction of the EVF screen may degenerate. Mode Camera Subject Arbitrary Measurement Point Check on EVF screen Measuring Instrument Adjustment Page Adjustment Address 71, 72 Specified Value The EVF screen should not be colored Adjusting method: 1) Select page: 0, address: 01, and set data: 01.
1-5. LCD SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT 1. VCO Adjustment (PD-102 board) Set the VCO free-run frequency. If deviated, the LCD display will be blurred. Note 1: The back light (fluorescent tube) is driven by a high voltage AC power supply. Therefore, do not touch the back light holder to Mode VTR stop avoid electrical shock.
2. Black Limit Adjustment (PD-102 board) 3. Bright Adjustment (PD-102 board) Set the dynamic range of the LCD driver to an appropriate level. Set the VIDEO signal level to an appropriate level for driving the If deviated, the LCD image will be blackish or saturated (whitish). LCD.
4. Gamma-1 Adjustment (PD-102 board) 5. Contrast Adjustment (PD-102 board) Set the VIDEO signal level to an appropriate level for driving the Set the VIDEO signal level to an appropriate level for driving the LCD to the specified value. If deviated, the LCD image will be LCD to the specified value.
6. Center Level Adjustment (PD-102 board) 7. White Balance Adjustment (PD-102 board) Set the VIDEO signal center level of the LCD panel to an appropriate Correct the white balance. value. If deviated, the LCD display color cannot be reproduced. Mode Camera Mode Camera...
5-2. MECHANISM SECTION ADJUSTMENT On the mechanism section adjustment For details of mechanism section adjustments, checks, and replacement of mechanism parts, refer to the separate volume “DV MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENT MANUAL D Mechanism ” and “MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENT MANUAL D200 Mechanism ”. 2-3.
5-3. VIDEO SECTION ADJUSTMENTS When performing adjustments, refer to the layout diagrams for adjustment related parts beginning from page 5-46. NTSC model : DCR-PC1 PAL model : DCR-PC1E 3-1. PREPARATION BEFORE ADJUSTMENTS Use the following measuring instruments for video section adjustments.
3-1-2. Precaution on Adjusting Note 1: Setting the “Forced VTR Power ON” mode (VTR mode) The adjustment of this unit are performed in the VTR mode or 1) Select page: 0, address: 01, and set data: 01. camera mode. 2) Select page: D, address: 10, set data :02, and press the PAUSE To enter the VTR mode, set the power switch to “VTR”...
3-1-4. Connecting the Equipment Connect the measuring instruments as shown in Fig. 5-3-1, and perform the adjustments. Monitor TV VIDEO (Yellow) Main unit AUDIO L (White) Adjustment remote commander AUDIO R (Red) LANC jack AUDIO/VIDEO/HEADPHONES terminal Fig. 5-3-1 3-1-5. Alignment Tapes Use the alignment tapes shown in the following table.
3-2. INITIALIZATION OF C, D PAGE DATA Initial value Address Remark NTSC 1. Initializing the C Page Data Fixed data-1 Note: If the page C data is initialized, the following adjustments must be (Initialized data) performed again. 1) Modification of C page data 2) Servo and RF system adjustment Switching position adj.
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Initial value Initial value Address Remark Address Remark NTSC NTSC PAL Fixed data-1 Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) PLL f final adj. Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Fixed data-2 Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) APC adj. Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) Fixed data-2 Fixed data-1 5-30...
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Initial value Address Remark NTSC PAL Fixed data-2 Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) E0 to FF Table. 5-3-1 5-31...
4. Initializing the D Page Data 6. D Page Table Note: If the page D data is initialized, the following adjustments must be performed again. Note: Fixed data-1 : Initialized data. ( Refer to “4. Initializing the C Page 1) Modification of D page data Data”.) 2) “Base Band Block Adjustment”...
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Initial value Initial value Address Remark Address Remark NTSC NTSC Fixed data-2 Bright adj.(EVF) Fixed data-1 Contrast adj.(EVF) Fixed data-2 Fixed data-1 Fixed data-1 (Initialized data) White balance adj.(LCD) Battery down adj. Fixed data-1 Black limit adj.(LCD) (Initialized data) Gamma1 adj.(LCD) VCO adj.(LCD) Center voltage adj.(LCD) Fixed data-1...
3-3. SYSTEM CONTROL SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT 1. Battery End Adjustment (VC-210 board) Set the battery end voltage. If the voltage is incorrect, the life of the battery will shorten. The image at the battery end will also lose synchronization. Mode Camera recordings Subject Arbitrary Measurement Point...
3-4. SERVO AND RF SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT 3. PLL f & LPF f Adjustment (MR-40 board) Before performing the servo and RF system adjustments, check that Mode VTR stop the specified value of “36 MHz Master Oscillator Adjustment” of Measurement Point Display data of page: 3, address: 03 “CAMERA SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT”...
4. Switching Position Adjustment (MR-40 board) 5. AGC Center Level Adjustment (MR-40 board) Mode VTR playback Mode Camera record and playback Signal SW/OL reference tape (XH2-3) Subject Arbitrary Pin @º of CN2904 (RF MON) on VC- Measurement Point Display data of page: 3, address: 03 Measurement Point 210 board (Note 1) Measuring Instrument...
6. APC & AEQ Adjustment (MR-40 board) 7. PLL f & LPF f Final Adjustment (MR-40 board) Mode Camera record and playback Mode VTR playback Subject Arbitrary Signal Arbitrary Pin @º of CN2904 (RF MON) on VC- Measurement Point Measurement Point Display data of page: 3, address: 03 210 board (Note 1) Measuring Instrument...
3-5. VIDEO SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS 2. Line Output Y, Cr, Cb Level Adjustment (VC-210 board) Before perform the video system adjustments, check that the specified value of “36 MHz Master Oscillator Adjustment” of “CAMERA SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT” is satisfied. Mode Camera Subject Arbitrary 3-5-1.
3. AV Jack Burst Level Check Mode VTR stop Signal No signal Measurement Point AUDIO/VIDEO jack (terminated in 75 Ω) Measuring Instrument Oscilloscope Specified Value A = 286 ± 18 mV (NTSC) A = 300 ± 18 mV (PAL) Checking Method: Check that the burst signal level (A) has the specified value.
1-5. IC1501 (VFD) BIST(PB) Check • UPY Cr BIST Check Select page: 0, address: 01, and set data: 01. 14) Select page: 3, address: 10, set data: 89, and press the PAUSE Select page: C, address: 51, set data: 0F, and press the PAUSE button of the adjustment remote commander.
• ENC Ya BIST Check 2. Recording System Check 29) Select page: 3, address: 10, set data: 8C, and press the PAUSE 2-1. Preparation for Recording button of the adjustment remote commander. 30) Select page: 3, address: 12, set data: 10, and press the PAUSE 1) Playback the BIST check tape (XH5-6 (NTSC), XH5-6P (PAL)).
10) When the recording system from IC1501 (VFD) to IC1600 (SFD) is normal, the display data (combination data) of page: 3, addresses: 1A and 1B agree with any combination as shown below. NTSC model PAL model Address Data Address Data 11) Select page: C, address: AC, set data: 20, and press the PAUSE button of the adjustment remote commander.
3-6. AUDIO SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS 1. Playback Level Check Mode VTR playback [Connection of Audio System Measuring Devices] Signal Alignment tape: Connect the audio system measuring devices as shown in Fig. 5-3- For audio operation check (XH5-3 (NTSC), XH5-3P (PAL)) Measurement Point AUDIO/VIDEO/HEADPHONES Main unit Recording (Camera mode)
4. Overall Noise Level Check ARRANGEMENT DIAGRAM FOR ADJUSTMENT PARTS Mode Camera recording and playback VC-210 BOARD (SIDE A) Signal No signal: MIC jack left and right (Insert a shorting plug in the MIC jack) CN2904 IC202 Measurement Point AUDIO/VIDEO/HEADPHONES OUT terminal, R- and L-channels 37 42 (across 47 kΩ...
5-4. SERVICE MODE 4-1. ADJUSTMENT REMOTE COMMANDER 2. Precautions Upon Using the Adjustment Remote Commander The adjustment remote commander is used for changing the calculation coefficient in signal processing, EVR data, etc. The Mishandling of the adjustment remote commander may erase the correct adjustment data at times.
4-2. DATA PROCESS The calculation of the DDS display and the adjustment remote commander display data (hexadecimal notation) are required for obtaining the adjustment data of some adjustment items. In this case, after converting the hexadecimal notation to decimal notation, calculate and convert the result to hexadecimal notation, and use it as the adjustment data.
4-3. SERVICE MODE 2-1. EMG Code (Emergency Code) 1. Setting the Test Mode Codes corresponding to the errors which occur are written in Page D Address 10 addresses 30, 34 and 38. The type of error indicated by the code are shown in the following table.
2-2. MSW Code MSW when errors occur: Information on MSW (mode SW) when errors occur MSW when movement starts: Information on MSW when movements starts when the mechanism position is moved (When the L motor is moved) MSW of target of movement: Information on target MSW of movement when the mechanism position is moved Mechanism Position ←...
3. Bit Value Discrimination 4. Switch Check (1) Bit values must be discriminated using the display data of the Page 2 Address 43 adjustment remote commander for following items. Use the table below to discriminate if the bit value is “1” or “0”. Function When bit value=1 When bit value=0...
5. Switch Check (2) Page 2 Address 60 to 67 Using method: 1) Select page: 2, address: 60 to 67. 2) By discriminating the display data, the pressed key can be discriminated. Data Address 00 (00 to 0A) 19 (0B to 24) 32 (25 to 44) 59 (45 to 6E) 85 (4F to 9F)
DCR-PC1/PC1E SECTION 6 REPAIR PARTS LIST 6-1. EXPLODED VIEWS NOTE: • -XX, -X mean standardized parts, so they may • The mechanical parts with no reference number The components identified by mark ! or have some differences from the original one. in the exploded views are not supplied.
6-1-6. CASSETTE COMPARTMENT AND DRUM ASSEMBLY FP-242 (See page 6-7) not supplied Attaching precedure Note M901 Note: Once remove No. 720 CC fastener, don't use it again. Be sure to replace it with new one. (Attaching procedure is as shown above figure.) Ref.
6-1-7. LS CHASSIS BLOCK SECTION Note 1: About FP-242 and FP-584 The FP-242 and FP-584 flexible boards are installed to a chassis with a hot press, which are included in the Ref. No. 762 chassis (D2) assy, LS block section, They are not supplied separately because the high precision for installation is needed. Note 2: Selecting the T washer Select proper parts for the Ref.
6-1-8. MECHANISM CHASSIS BLOCK SECTION-1 Note: Be sure to remember the installed position (one of two position), direction and thickness of the Ref. No. 820 (head spacer) when the M902 (capstan motor )is removed. Refer to “3-9. Capstan motor” on page 15 in the “DV MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENT MANUAL ”...
CD-203 DD-111 6-2. ELECTRICAL PARTS LIST NOTE: • Due to standardization, replacements in the • RESISTORS When indicating parts by reference number, parts list may be different from the parts All resistors are in ohms. please include the board name. specified in the diagrams or the components METAL: metal-film resistor The components identified by mark ! or...
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〈PARTS REFERENCE SHEET〉 You can find the parts position of location of mount locations applying to MR-40 board of a set. MR-40 SIDE A DCR-PC1/PC1E IC2500 I C 1 6 0 0 CN2501 M R - 4 0 S I D E B D C R - P C 1 / P C 1 E 〈PARTS REFERENCE SHEET〉...
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〈 〉 OPTICAL AXIS FRAME Take a copy of CAMERA COLOR REPRODUCTION FRAME and Parts referencesheets with a clear sheet for use. — 216 —...
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〈 〉 FOR CAMERA COLOR REPRODUCTION ADJUSTMENT For NTSC model DCR-PC1 Take a copy of CAMERA COLOR REPRODUCTION FRAME and Parts referencesheets with a clear sheet for use. For PAL model DCR-PC1E — 217 —...