Inputs/Outputs
What are the inputs of each FS-Hxx Recorder?
FS-H70 has an SDI input (BNC x1) which captures video and 2 embedded audio channel. This SDI input conforms to SPMTE259M (SD-
SDI) and SMPTE292M (HD-SDI). It also complies with SMPTE RP188 for SDI timecode capture.
FS-H60 provides a HDMI input (HDMI Type A x1) which captures video and 2 embedded audio channel (uncompressed).
FS-H50 provides a composite video input (BNC x1) and a stereo analog line level input (RCA x2).
Which FS-Hxx Recorders have a video/audio loopthrough?
FS-H70 and FS-H60 provides respectively a SDI and HDMI loopthrough (Audio/Video).
Does the FS-Hxx Recorders support timecode?
All the units can record timecode.
FS-H70 can capture the timecode from the SDI input signal:
FS-H50 / FS-H60 / FS-H70 recorders can record a timecode generated by the unit. The timecode is saved in the MOV timecode track
or in the XML attached to each recorded clip (start TC). MP4 clips do not embed timecode tracks.
Below are the modes available:
- EXT TC (only on FS-H70): the timecode is captured from the RP188 timecode located in the SD/HD-SDI input stream.
- FREE RUN: the timecode runs continuously even if the unit is not in record. Timecode between clips is not continuous.
- REC RUN: timecode runs only when the unit is in record. Timecode between clips is continuous.
- CLOCK SET (not available on FS-H70): the starting timecode is equal to the internal time clock of the unit.
NOTE: For FREE RUN and REC RUN modes, the device stores the last TIMECODE value when turned off. When turned on, the
TIMECODE continues from this last saved value. It is possible to reset the TIMECODE value by changing of TIMECODE mode.
Can the FS-H70 capture the embedded SDI timecode?
Yes. FS-H70 complies to SMPTE RP188 for SDI timecode capture.
What are the supported input resolutions and frame rates supported for FS-Hxx?
Below are the supported resolutions for each models:
Input Resolutions
FS-H50
FS-H60
FS-H70
1080 59.94p/50p
Yes
1080 59.94i/50i/29.97p/30p/25p/23.976p/24p
Yes
Yes
720 59.94p/60p/50p
Yes
Yes
PAL /NTSC
Yes
Yes
Yes
How can I verify the video input signal resolution and frame rate?
While in STOP mode, press and hold the OK button: the battery level will be displayed. Press OK again to display the video input
resolution detected. In the FS-Hxx web interface, the video input resolution is displayed in the header.
FS-H60 shows “NO AUDIO” on the unit menu with some HDMI sources, why?
The “NO AUDIO” message is displayed when FS-H60 does not detect any audio embedded in the HDMI signal. If your camera or
video source supports an audio signal, ensure that is a non-compressed format (such as Dolby, DTS, …).
FS-H60 supports PCM audio.
What is the purpose of the USB port?
The USB port is dedicated to the VITEC Wi-Fi adaptor only.
The LCD backlight is too bright, can I turn it off?
Yes. LCD and buttons backlight be adjusted in the Backlight menu or via the web interface.
