This is a recently refurbished Sony DSR-30 DVCAM Mini DV MiniDV Player Recorder. This is a great option if you have a lot DVCAM, Full-sized DV and/or MiniDV tapes and you need a dependable option, especially if you are digitizing a lot of tapes.

Cosmetically, this VCR/deck is in good condition for its age. Minor scratches with age but well cared for (see photos). Extensively tested across ingest and output, DV/Firewire IEEE and analog. Plays full sized DV and DVCAM tapes and the smaller MiniDV tapes. As part of the refurbishment, the heads were cleaned and the picture/audio quality is excellent. The pictures in the listing with video playback were recorded on this deck via Firewire/IEEE.

What this includes:

  • DSR-30 VTR
  • Original, fully working remote
  • Working power cable.

This item will be extremely well packed for safe shipping.

What do I mean by "Refurbished": This item has undergone a comprehensive refurbishment process to restore it to a like-new or excellent condition. Our refurbishment includes cleaning, maintenance, and repair as needed, addressing both cosmetic and functional aspects. It ensures that the item meets or exceeds its original specifications and performance standards.


Summary:

The Sony DSR-30 is a professional VTR that will playback DV, DVCAM and MiniDV tapes. Playback of DVCAM and consumer DV playback (SP mode). The DSR30 accepts both mini cassettes (MiniDV) and standard cassettes without adapters.


Video Cassette Tape Formats:

MiniDV, Large and Small DV tapes (including DVCAM formatted)


What I like about it:

  • Versatile: Can play small DV tapes (aka MiniDV) and full size DV tapes. Can also play small and large size DVCAM formatted tapes. It can also read NTSC and PAL formats.

  • Well engineered and well built

  • Good controls (some people really love the jog wheel) - Built-in Control Tray/Shuttle


Input/Outputs:

Composite (BNC), S-Video, IEEE 1394 Firewire, RCA Audio

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More Info:

Product Summary
DVCAM recording/playback and consumer DV playback (SP mode) is possible, and the DVCAM format enables high-quality digital video with DV compression and high-quality digital audio, with a choice of 32KHz/12bit x 2 stereo or 48KHz/16bit x 1 stereo. The DSR30 accepts both mini cassettes and standard cassettes without adapters.

Features:
  • DVCAM Recording and Playback The DSR30 uses the DVCAM format to provide high video and audio quality and reliability for professional use. The 8-bit component digital recording with a 5:1 compression ratio and sampling at the rate of 4:1:1 provides superb picture quality and multi-ge
  • DV Playback The DSR30 is also capable of playing back the consumer DV format tape in both the standard and mini sizes (SP mode only).
  • 184-minute Recording There are two sizes of DVCAM videocassette tapes: mini and standard. In spite of the narrow tape width (1/4-inch or 6.35 mm) and a compact cassette size, up to 184-minute recording is possible with a standard cassette (PDV-184ME) and 40-minute recording w
  • DV IN/OUT (IEEE 1394 based) The DSR30 has a DV In/Out based on IEEE 1394. When connected with another recorder with a DV In/Out, the DSR30 provides a video/audio and data dubbing capability, with virtually no deterioration of quality.
  • LANC Editing The DSR30 is equipped with LANC connectors. By connecting the DSR30 with another LANC based recorder or camcorder, TC-based accurate editing is possible. Even without an editing controller, the DSR30 is capable of assemble editing with a program memory of
  • Dual Cassette Mechanism The DSR30 incorporates a dual cassette mechanism that accepts both mini and standard size DVCAM cassette tapes without an adapter.
  • Built-in Control Tray The DSR30 has a built-in control tray that can be easily extended from the main unit. The Jog/Shuttle dial allows picture search at +-1/5 to 15 times normal speed in both forward and reverse, accompanied by audio playback at the same speed.
  • LANC Editing
  • Built-in Control Tray
  • Dual Cassette Mechanism
  • Built-in i.LINK (IEEE-1394) Interface