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About i.LINK
The HDV/DV jack provided on this unit is an i.LINK-
compliant jack. This section describes the i.LINK standard
and its features.
What is i.LINK?
i.LINK is a digital serial interface for sending and receiving
digital video, digital audio, and other data between this unit
and other equipment equipped with an i.LINK terminal. You
can also control other equipment using i.LINK.
i.LINK-compatible equipment can be connected using an
i.LINK cable. Possible applications are operations and data
exchange with various digital AV equipment.
When two or more i.LINK-compatible equipment are
connected to this unit, operations and data exchange are
possible with equipment directly connected to this unit and
also with equipment connected to this unit via other
equipment.
Note, however, that the method of operation may vary
depending on the characteristics and specifications of the
equipment to be connected. Also, there are cases where
operations and data exchange may not be possible even if the
connection is made.
Notes
• Normally, only one device can be connected to this unit
using i.LINK cable. When you connect this unit to HDV/
DVCAM (DV)-compliant equipment that allows multiple
connections, refer to the operating instructions of the
equipment to be connected.
• i.LINK is an easy-to-remember term for the IEEE 1394
proposed by Sony, and is a trademark approved by many
corporations in Japan and overseas.
• IEEE 1394 is an international standard standardized by the
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.
About the i.LINK baud rate
The maximum baud rate of i.LINK varies depending on the
equipment. There are three types.
S100 (Approximately 100 Mbps*)
S200 (Approximately 200 Mbps)
S400 (Approximately 400 Mbps)
The baud rate is listed under “Specifications” in the operating
instructions of individual equipment. It may be indicated
near the i.LINK interface on some equipment.
The baud rate may vary from the indicated value when this
unit is connected to equipment with a different maximum
baud rate.
* What is Mbps?
Mbps stands for “megabits per second.” It is the volume of
data that can be sent or received in 1 second. For example, a
baud rate of 100 Mbps means that 100 megabits of data can
be sent in 1 second.
To use i.LINK functions of this unit
This unit can be connected to Sony i.LINK-compatible
devices other than camcorders (e.g. VAIO computers).
This unit may not be compatible with certain i.LINK video
devices such as digital televisions, DVD recorders/players
and MICROMV recorders/players even if they are equipped
with an i.LINK jack. Before connecting to another device,
confirm whether it is HDV/DVCAM (DV) compatible.
For precautions on connecting and the availability of
compatible software applications, refer to the operating
instructions of the device to be connected.
Notes
• When connecting an i.LINK cable to this unit or a
computer, check the direction of the jack. Forcibly inserting
the jack may damage the terminal or cause a malfunction.
• Always connect the i.LINK cable to the computer first and
then to this unit. Connecting the i.LINK cable to this unit
first may cause this unit to malfunction because of static
electricity.
• When using an i.LINK cable to connect this unit to a device
equipped with an i.LINK jack, switch off the device and
remove the power cord from the AC outlet before
connecting or disconnecting the i.LINK cable. If the i.LINK
cable is connected or disconnected while the power cord of
the device is connected to the AC outlet, a high-voltage
current (8 to 40 V) output from the i.LINK jack of the device
will flow into this unit and damage it.
• Before changing the HDV/DV format etc. of the camcorder,
disconnect the i.LINK cable. Changing the format after
connecting the i.LINK cable, the video signal may not be
recognized correctly.
Required i.LINK cable
Use a Sony i.LINK cable.
i.LINK and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
