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1-1 Features
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Noiseless playback with non-tracking head (for
HDCAM-SR format only)
In addition to a playback head, a non-tracking head is
provided. Noiseless playback within the range of –0.5 to
+1.0 times normal playback speed is thus possible.
Noiseless playback with DT heads (for Digital
Betacam or HDCAM format only)
When using the HDCAM format, the dedicated playback
DT heads allow you to perform noiseless playback in the
range from –1 to +2 times normal speed, including still-
picture playback. When using the Digital Betacam format,
the playback range is from –1 to +3.
Note
Digital Betacam playback and HDCAM playback require
the HKSR-5802 (option).
Video and audio confidence heads
Video and audio (channels 1 through 12) signals can be
recorded and simultaneously played back to check the
recording.
Internal time code generator and reader
The internal time code generator allows you to record time
code (LTC or user bits) together with video and audio
signals. Time codes (LTC or user bits) can be read during
playback using the time code reader.
Computer servo system
Computer-controlled servo motors provide direct drive for
the drum, capstan, and two reels, enabling quick and
accurate tape access.
Capstan override function
You can adjust the playback speed by ±15% to ensure
synchronization between, for example, two VTRs playing
back the same program.
Note
Noiseless playback cannot be performed for HDCAM-SR
format when playback speed e1 times normal
speed.
Independent audio level control
It is possible to adjust the recording and playback levels
either independently on each channel or simultaneously on
all 12 channels for HDCAM-SR format while monitoring
the peak values. For Digital Betacam or HDCAM format,
adjusting the playback level is possible either
independently on each channel or simultaneously on all
channels (4 channels and the cue track audio).
Tele-File
2)
memory label system
This unit incorporates the Tele-File memory label system
to allow users to read, write and update videocassette
management information, log data (IN/OUT points) and
cue point data on memory labels, providing greater
efficiency in cassette management and editing.
2)
Tele-File
A contact-free system for writing, reading, and modifying video cassette-
related information on IC memory-bearing labels. Tele-File is a trademark
of Sony Corporation.
Features for ease of operation
Remote control operation
The VTR has a serial RS-422A 9-pin connector to allow
control of the VTR by an external control unit.
The VTR also comes with 9-pin REMOTE 1-IN(9P) and
REMOTE 1-I/O(9P) connectors to support bridge
connection of multiple SRW-5800 units or other VTRs
equipped with 9-pin remote connectors for simultaneous
operation. Furthermore, you can control the VTR from an
external control unit with a parallel (50-pin) interface.
Digital hours meter
The meter can show the total elapsed time since the VTR
was turned on, total drum revolution time, total tape
running time and total number of threadings and
unthreadings.
Self-diagnosis
This function allows the VTR to perform self diagnostics
when a malfunction occurs. An error message is displayed
and a history of all errors that have occurred is recorded.
Easy-to-maintain plug-in boards
The VTR uses plug-in circuit boards to simplify servicing
and inspection.
Mountable in standard 19-inch rack
The unit can be mounted in an EIA-standard 19-inch rack.
For rack mounting, refer to the Installation Manual.
1-1-2 Features of the Control Panel
The control panel provides eight menu screens
corresponding to different operation modes to allow fast
and easy adjustment of necessary settings, as well as the
ability to store menu settings to a “Memory Stick” for later
recall.
Menu-driven operations for a variety of
purposes
Eight menus are displayed on the 130
×
95 mm
(5
1
/
8
inches
×
3
3
/
4
inches) color display and are set using
the 10 function buttons.
You can register desired items to the menus other than the
SET UP menu.
Pressing the
[F4]
(PF ASSIGN) button in the SET UP
menu displays the menu items that can be registered.
