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Features
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Network control
You can control this unit via a network by using the
network remote connection. The unit supports traditional
remote control via remote control connectors such as the
RS422 and GPIO connectors. In addition, the high-speed
network interface to external devices enables control by
various other applications, for acquisition of file lists and
display of thumbnails.
Usability enhancements and rich selection
of interfaces
Color LCD display
The unit is equipped with a 16:9, 4.3-inch color LCD
which allows you to check the contents of the media and
use the menu system without connecting an external
monitor.
Tiltable front panel
The front panel is tiltable for easy rack-mount and desktop
operation. You can adjust the panel to the angle that makes
the buttons easiest to use.
Supports a variety of interfaces
This unit supports the following interfaces.
• HD-SDI video, 8-channel audio input and output
1)
• HD-SDI video, 8-channel audio monitor output
1)
• SD-SDI video, 8-channel audio input and output
• SD-SDI video, 8-channel audio monitor output
1)
• SD composite output
• SD composite monitor output
• DVB-ASI TS input and output
2)
• AES/EBU digital audio 8-channel input and output
• Analog audio 2-channel input and output
• Analog audio 2-channel monitor output
• HDMI output
• Monitor output (VGA)
• Timecode input and output
• System timecode input
• Remote control
- RS-422A (D-sub 9-pin) (2)
(In addition to the Sony 9-pin VTR protocol, this unit
supports the Video Disk Control Protocol (VDCP).)
- Video remote (D-sub 9-pin) (1)
- GPIO (D-sub 15-pin) (1)
(4 inputs and 4 outputs)
1) The HD/SD-SDI INPUT connector doubles as an HD-SDI input connector
and an SD-SDI input connector.
2) With an optional PDBK-202 installed.
