Can the recorder be externally triggered?
Yes, the FS-Hxx can be triggered externally via Wi-Fi.
Additionally, FS-H70 can be controlled using an SDI embedded record trigger from the camera (supported cameras : Sony /
Panasonic / ARRI) or by using the SDI timecode break.
The start/stop record mode can be set in the TRIGGER menu (onto the unit or using the web interface):
- NORMAL: Start/Stop recording can be triggered from the front panel REC button or via the web interface.
- EXTERNAL: FS-H70 receives Start and Stop record triggers from the ancillary data embedded in the SD/HD-SDI input stream. The
SDI a source must support Start/Stop command from the ancillary data.
- TC BREAK: FS-H70 monitors embedded timecode in the SD/HD-SDI input stream. The recording will begin when the timecode is
incrementing. When timecode stops, the recording stops.
Can I capture a snapshot while recording video or in stop mode?
Yes, hit the OK button (or the snapshot button in the web interface) and a snapshot will be saved.
How can I pause/resume a recording?
While recording, press long the REC button to pause a recording. To resume, press short the REC button. If STOP is needed after a
resume, press long the OK button.
What happens when the battery is running low or if the video input signal is lost while in recording?
The clip will be closed and saved onto the SDHC card.
In case the battery is running too low, the unit will then power down automatically.
Media
What type of media is supported on the FS-Hxx Recorders?
FS-Hxx can record onto an SDHC card.
What class of SDHC media card is recommended?
In practice, VITEC recommends a minimum class speed of 8.
What is the maximal capacity of SDHC cards available?
SDHC cards are available up to 32GB capacity.
What is the file format used on FS-Hxx Recorders?
FS-Hxx uses FAT32 file format. Maximum file size is 4GB.
Is it possible to know when the SDHC media card is reaching capacity?
Yes, using the web interface, the REC/STOP text in the header will turn RED if remaining free space onto the SDHC card is low
(<300MB)
Web interface / Connectivity
What features are available with the web interface?
The web interface allows to:
- Start/stop/pause remotely a recording
- Preview the live video input signal
- Review the recorded clips stored onto the SDHC card
- Download the recorded clips locally onto your PC/Mac
- Set the recording profiles and system parameters
