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General and Features
Features
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Time codes
This unit comes with a built-in time code generator (TCG)/time code reader (TCR). In
addition to the internal time code, an external time code can also be recorded as the LTC on
the unit’s tape.
Multi-functional interfaces
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Serial digital input and output connector
The unit features a HD component serial interface input/output connector to enable HD
component video signals and 8-channel digital audio signals to be interfaced using just the
one BNC connector. (SMPTE 292M, BTA S-004)
The unit comes with an HD/SD format converter as a standard accessory so that even SD
component serial signals can be output. (SMPTE 259M-C, 272M, 294M)
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Analog video output connector
Composite signals are output during DVCPRO50- or DVCPRO-compatible playback, DV
playback, DVCAM playback and down-conversion.
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AES/EBU audio input/output connectors
Digital audio input/output connectors for 8 channels are featured as a standard accessory.
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SDTI input/output connector
Use of the SDTI board (optional accessory) enables interfacing with the compressed
component signals still in their original form. (SMPTE 305M, 321M)
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SD signal up-conversion and recording
Using the input up-converter board (optional accessory), SD component serial signals
(SMPTE 259M-C) can be up-converted and recorded as HD signals.
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9-pin RS-422A and RS-232C remote control connectors
In addition to the standard 9-pin serial remote (RS-422A) control connector, the unit is
equipped with RS-232C and 50-pin parallel remote control connectors.
The RS-422A facility enables parallel operation if a loop connection has been performed
between the unit and another VTR.
8-channel high-sound-quality digital audio
The 8-channel PCM audio allows for not only independent editing and mixing on all eight
channels. One channel is provided for the analog CUE track.
Menu-driven setup
The setup settings, which are conducted prior to operating the unit are performed while
viewing the setup menus either on the unit’s display or a TV monitor.