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FEATURES
Color Bar and 1-kHz Audio Tone
Signal Output
The HVR-M35U/M25AU/M15AU can output several types of
color bar, as well as an audio tone signal of 1 kHz. These are
useful when checking the system conditions.
External Control
The HVR-M35U/M25AU/M15AU comes equipped
with a Remote Commander
®
unit, which enables
users to control the recorder’s functions wirelessly.
In addition, the HVR-M35U/M25AU/M15AU is
equipped with a LANC terminal, as well as a
Control S terminal to connect with the optional
DSRM-10 Remote Control Unit.
Built-in, 2.7-inch Type,
Clear Photo LCD Plus
TM
Monitor
The HVR-M35U/M25AU is equipped with a 2.7-inch*
2
type
widescreen color LCD monitor with a high resolution of
211,200 dots. It adopts a newly developed Clear Photo LCD
Plus panel, which provides enhanced brightness and a
higher level of color reproduction than that used in the
DSR-25. This LCD monitor allows operators to view the input
source during recording, and check the playback picture in
a 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio. Setup menus, VTR/audio
settings, and audio level meters can also be displayed.
Non-compressed Digital HD Output
The HD/SD-SDI output of HVR-M35U allows straight
duplication to a deck with HD/SD-SDI input such as HDCAM
and XDCAM HD. The HVR-M25AU comes equipped with a
HDMI interface. This interface allows the HVR-M25AU to
transfer non-compressed, high-definition digital video and
audio to other HDMI-equipped devices via a single cable.
DUPLICATE PLUS
The DUPLICATE PLUS function makes it easy to copy video
and audio from a VTR or camcorder onto the HVR-
M35U/M25AU – along with the original time code. Operators
simply connect the two i.LINK devices together via their
i.LINK interfaces and press the DUPLICATE PLUS and Play
buttons on the front panel of the HVR-M35U/M25AU. The
copying will then begin. This function can also be used for
copying the content of multiple tapes onto a single tape,
which is convenient when there is a need to compile
multiple mini cassette tapes onto a single standard cassette
tape. Another unique feature of DUPLICATE PLUS is the
ability to selectively copy portions of material recorded in a
designated format from a tape that contains mixed-format
recordings. For example, you can choose to copy only HDV
format recordings from a tape that includes DVCAM and DV
video as well. This DUPLICATE PLUS function is available for
any recordable formats (HDV/DVCAM/DV SP).
Playback Zoom
Using the playback zoom function of the HVR-M35U, a
selected area of the recorded HD images can be enlarged
and output in SD format via the i.LINK and analog
connectors. This function allows operators to cut out parts of
the HD image and use them as SD material.
Buit-in Monaural Speaker
The built-in monaural speaker of the HVR-M35U/M25AU allows
quick and convenient checking of audio.
Time Code Preset
The time code of the HVR-M35U/M25AU can be preset using
any number in H/M/S/F (hours/minutes/seconds/frames) to
record desired tape-position information. The time code
mode can be selected between “REC RUN” and “FREE RUN”.
In addition to the time code, user bits can also be set.
Status Check
At the touch of the STATUS CHECK button of the HVR-
M35U/M25AU, operators can display the menu settings for
Audio Level Meter, Output Signal, Assign Button, and Custom
Repeat on the LCD monitor – allowing for easy status or
setting checks during recording, playback, and source
feeding. It is also possible to display the status of the
connected HVR-DR60 hard disk recording unit or the
HVR-MRC1 memory recording unit.
Assign Buttons
The buttons for INDEX, COUNTER RESET, and AUDIO DUB on the
front panel of the HVR-M35U/M25AU can be used as “Assign
Buttons”, to which operators can assign another frequently
used function.
All Scan Mode
The All Scan Mode of the HVR-M35U/M25AU is similar to the
Under Scan Mode of ordinary monitors, in that it displays all
effective scanning lines in the LCD monitor when the 1080i
mode is selected. This is useful if you want to check pictures
for web applications, for example. The All Scan Mode can
be easily recalled at the touch of a button if you pre-assign
it to one of the three “Assign Buttons”.
Compact, Unique Design
The HVR-M15AU is compact, with a
small footprint that enables it to be
deployed in existing work
environments without disruption.
It is also unique in that it can be
placed either horizontally or vertically.
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