Datavideo HDR-200 User Manual
HD HDD Recorder
HDR-200
with HS-1000
USER GUIDE
Rev 060809
www.datavideo-tek.com
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T able of contents
Warnings and Precautions --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2
Warranty ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3
Disposal ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3
Packing List ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4
Introduction ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4
Features ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4
How to Assemble 2.5" HDD in Removable Rack ---------------------------------------------------- 5
Connections & Controls ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 6
HDR-200 Front Panel ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6
HDR-200 Rear Panel ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 7
Powering On ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8
Menu Options - Overview ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8
HDD Mode Menu --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10
Connecting to a PC / MAC ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10
Video Input Source Menu ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12
SET MPEG2 BIT RATE Menu ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 13
SET 1080i H-RES. Menu ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13
GPI Mode & Function Menus ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 14
Set Date & Time Menu --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15
Format Hard Disk Menu ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16
Erase Track Menu -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16
Set Output Channel Menu ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
HDD Surface Scan Menu ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 18
Playing a M2T Track ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 18
Recording a Track ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19
Connecting to a Computer -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 20
Connecting to a PC ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21
Connecting to a MAC ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 23
RS 422 Protocol Reference ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 24
Specification --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 30
Service and Support ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 31
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Warnings and Precautions
1. Read all of these warnings and save them for later reference.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit.
3. Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a
damp cloth for cleaning.
4. Do not use this unit in or near water.
5. Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The unit may fall, causing serious damage.
6. Slots and openings on the cabinet top, back, and bottom are provided for ventilation. To ensure safe
and reliable operation of this unit, and to protect it from overheating, do not block or cover these
openings. Do not place this unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface, as the ventilation openings on
the bottom of the cabinet will be blocked. This unit should never be placed near or over a heat
register or radiator. This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is
provided.
7. This product should only be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label
of the AC adapter. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your Datavideo dealer or
your local power company.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this unit where the power cord will be
walked on, rolled over, or otherwise stressed.
9. If an extension cord must be used with this unit, make sure that the total of the ampere ratings on the
products plugged into the extension cord do not exceed the extension cord’s rating.
10. Make sure that the total amperes of all the units that are plugged into a single wall outlet do not
exceed 15 amperes.
11. Never push objects of any kind into this unit through the cabinet ventilation slots, as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in risk of fire or electric shock. Never
spill liquid of any kind onto or into this unit.
12. Except as specifically explained elsewhere in this manual, do not attempt to service this product
yourself. Opening or removing covers that are marked “Do Not Remove” may expose you to
dangerous voltage points or other risks, and will void your warranty. Refer all service issues to
qualified service personnel.
13. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:
a. When the power cord is damaged or frayed;
b. When liquid has spilled into the unit;
c. When the product has been exposed to rain or water;
d. When the product does not operate normally under normal operating conditions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating instructions in this manual; improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage to the unit and may often require
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to normal operation;
e. When the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged;
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.
To avoid any possible static damage to your equipment please ensure your camcorder / deck is switched off
when connecting or disconnecting the IEEE-1394 cable.
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Warranty
Datavideo warrants that the equipment it manufactures shall be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of product purchased. If equipment fails due to such
defects, Datavideo will, at its option, repair or provide a replacement for the defective part or product.
Equipment that fails after the warranty period, has been operated or installed in a manner other than that
specified by Datavideo, or has been subjected to abuse or modification, will be repaired for time and material
charges at the Buyer’s expense.
This warranty does not affect your statutory rights within the Country of purchase.
Disposal
For EU Customers only - WEEE Marking.
This symbol on the product indicates that it will not be treated as household waste. It must be handed over to
the applicable take-back scheme for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For more detailed
information about the recycling of this product, please contact your local Datavideo office.
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Packing List:
The following items should be included in the box. If any items are missing please contact your supplier.
Item Description Q’ty
1 HDR-200 HD HDD Recorder 1
2 Power Supply (12V/4.2A) 1
3 AC cord 3P 1
4 2.5" Removable HDD Enclosure 1
5 19” L Type Rack Ears 2
6 M3 X 4 m/m Screws 10
7 2.0 X 8 m/m Screws 2
8 HD Label 2
9 Label 4
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Introduction
This user guide will show you how to get the most from this HDR-200 unit when fitted within a
Datavideo HS-1000 Mobile Video Studio.
The Datavideo HDR-200 can normally record from HD-SDI, HD-YPbPr and HDV (IEEE-1394)
sources. However, within the HS-1000, this HDR-200 unit is cabled and configured to record HD-
SDI and XLR audio. Upon playback it can output tracks via HDMI connections (to TLM-170D
monitor) and HD-SDI connections (TLM-170D and RP-36 panel on AUX HD-SDI output).
This recorder is supplied with a removable HE-1 HDD enclosure which allow for easy management
of your recordings and projects when a 2.5” SATA drive is fitted inside. These removable HE-1
HDD enclosure can also be used as external USB drives from which your project files can be
dragged and dropped to a PC or MAC.
HDR-200 Features within HS-1000 set up
HD-SDI (BNC) and HDV (IEEE-1394) Hard Drive Recorder.
Supports HD-SDI pass-through with embedded audio.
Supports HDMI output with audio.
RS-422 / RS-232 control *
GPI input *
Drag and Drop file transfer to PC or MAC via IEEE-1394. *
2.5" Removable HDD enclosure with SATA and USB interface for easy file transfer.
* N.B. The HDR-200 cannot be operated as a DV Device from a Computer - The AVC Command set is
not supported. Also to control the unit via GPI and RS-422 / RS-232 further cabling would be required
within the HS-1000 set up. Please speak to your local Datavideo office for further inform ation.
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How to install a 2.5" SATA HDD into the removable HE-1 HDD Enclosure
1. Remove the two screws from the 2.5" HE-1 front cover then slide out the PCB.
2. Slide the drive into the PCB and secure with the supplied screws.
3. Slide the PCB and drive module back into the HE-1 enclosure.
4. Re-assemble the HE-1 with the two screws to secure the front cover.
5. Slide HE-1 with drive fitted into HDR-200 then move locking button to the left.
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Connections & Controls
Front Panel
Power On / Off Button. This is a soft power on / off button which
powers the unit on from a state of standby; the main power on / off
switch is on the rear panel.
Display Panel. Displays the status of the HDR-200. The display will
show Track Number, timecode, or if the Menu Button is pressed the
Menu Display.
Menu Button. This calls up the menu display which is navigated using
the Fwd / Rew Buttons and Previous / Next Buttons
Fwd / Rew Buttons. In playback mode these buttons will operate as
Fast Forward and Rewind Buttons. If the Menu Button is pressed these
buttons will navigate backwards and forwards between the various
menu options.
Video Input Button. Switches the HDR-200 to Video Input (Component
YUV / S-Video Y/C / Composite CVBS) - Video Inputs can only be
recorded in DV formats. See Operation with an analogue video
source for more details.
Previous / Next Buttons. These buttons navigate up and down
between recorded tracks and menu options.
Record Button. Puts the HDR-200 into Record Mode. To start
recording press the Record Button and Play Button simultaneously.
N.B. Unit will not record if no video signal is present.
Play / Pause Button. Starts playback of a track, or pauses playback of
a track- status will be displayed on the Display Panel. Also Starts /
Pauses a recording when unit is in Record mode.
Stop Button. Stops playback or record.
The Audio Input Level LEDs show the audio input levels from the
incoming source.
The Audio Level Adjustments allow you to adjust the headphone
volume.
Accepts a stereo mini jack plug for stereo headphone. The headphone
volume is controlled by the Audio Level Adjustments.
6 Pin DV In/Out Port. This is a convenient front mounted DV / IEEE1394 Port for connection to a DV / HDV camcorder, or to a PC for file
transfer.
2.5" Removable HDD Rack, SATA & USB interface connecting to a PC
for file transfer.
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Rear Panel
2 channels XLR Balanced Audio input & output.
This audio will also be passed to the HDMI and HD-SDI outputs.
The GPI socket can be used for simple external control. The HDR-200
can accept pulse or level trigger inputs, which can trigger record or
playback or pause commands. See GPI Mode & Function Menus for
more details.
RS-422 Port. The HDR-200 can be controlled via RS-422 from external
devices. The HDR-200 uses standard Sony protocol. Connect the RS422 control cable to this port.
NB: The RP-36 panel on the rear of the HS-1000 has an RS-422 port
which is directly wired to the SE-1000 mixer. Please contact your
local Datavideo office if you also wish to control the HDR-200 via
RS-422 within the HS-1000 set up.
6 Pin DV In/Out Port. This is a convenient rear mounted DV / IEEE Port
for connection to PC for file transfer.
HD- YUV component analogue input and output connecters.
HDMI Out Ports. Ports for connecting to HDMI external devices.
HD-SDI output connecters.
HD- SDI input and pass-through output connectors.
DC In Socket. Connect the supplied 12V 3A PSU to this socket. The
connection can be secured by screwing the outer fastening ring of the
DC In plug to the socket
Power On/Off Switch. Switches the power On / Off
Grounding Terminal. When connecting this unit to any other component,
make sure that it is properly grounded by connecting this terminal to an
appropriate point. When connecting, use the socket and be sure to use
wire with a cross-sectional area of at least 1.0 mm2.
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Powering On
Within the HS-1000 set up the HDR-200 is supplied with power from the PD-1 Power Distribution unit on the
rear of the HS-1000. Please ensure the PD-1 is supplied with power and switched on before attempting to
power on the HDR-200.
Press the Power Button until it lights up
The LCD display panel should show HDR-200 and after a few seconds the track display should appear and
then the HDR-200 is ready to be operated.
Menu Options
The HDR-200 is a menu driven unit; there are 19 menus which are used to initially set up the unit. The menu
settings are non-volatile (they are stored even when the unit is switched off). So many of the settings, such
as date and time, you will only need to set once. We will look at each individual menu in more detail, but here
is a quick overview of them. N.B. Not all menus appear when the Video Input Button is illuminated.
The 19 Menus are:
HDD MODE
This mode allows the HDR-200 to connect to a computer for drag and
drop file transfers via IEEE-1394 cabling to a PC or MAC.
See HDD Mode Menu for more details.
SETUP LOOP PLAY
The HDR-200 will continuously loop play the selected track until
stopped.
FREE SP ACE
Displays how much free space is available on the current HDR-200
removable drive.
TOTAL SPACE
Displays the total space or capacity of the current HDR-200
removable drive.
VIDEO INPUT SOURCE
The HDR-200 has two types of Analogue Input, YPbPr or SDI can be
set.
See Video Input Source Menu for more details.
AUDIO INPUT SOURCE
The HDR-200 has two types Audio Input can be set.
- ANALOG AUDIO relates to an XLR audio input source, this audio will
be embedded into the SDI output.
- SDI EMBEDDED AUDIO relates to an SDI input, this audio will also
be embedded into the SDI output.
SET MPEG2 BIT RATE
The HDR-200 has 9 Bit Rate modes
Bit rates of 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, or 60 Mbps can be set.
See SET MPEG2 BIT RATE Menu for more details.
SET I-FRAME ONLY
Set the HDR-200 to encode Intra frame only.
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SET 1080i H-RES.
To select the encoding horizontal resolution
- Select 1920 and the record format is 1920x1080i.
- Select 1440 and the record format is 1440x1080i.
See SET 1080i H-RES. Menu for more details.
SET GPI TRIGGER MODE
The HDR-200 has two GPI trigger modes, Pulse or Level trigger can
be set.
See GPI Mode & Function Menus for more details.
SELECT GPI FUNCTION
The GPI function can be set to either Play / Play Pause or Record /
Record Pause.
See GPI Mode & Function Menus for more details.
SET DATE & TIME
Sets the date and time on the HDR-200; the setting is non-volatile so it
is stored even when the unit is powered off.
See Set Date & Time Menu for more details.
FORMAT HARD DISK
Formats the HDD and erases all files and tracks from the HDR-200.
See Format Hard Disk Menu for more details.
ERASE TRACK
Erases the selected track from the HDR-200.
See Erase Track Menu for more details.
SET OUTPUT CHANNEL
Allows the output channel of the HDR-200 to be switched to a different
I.D. number.
See Set Output Channel Menu for more details.
HDD SURFA CE SCA N
Checks the HDD for errors / bad sectors. This is only necessary if your
HDR-200 is not performing correctly, or if you install a new HDD. A
result.txt file is created in the root directory of the HDD, this can be
viewed from a PC.
HDD MODE CABLE LEN.
The HDR-200 has two types of cable mode that can be set when
connecting the HDR-200 to either a PC or MAC.
- If your IEEE 1394 cable length≦20 M, please select cable mode:
LONG DIST ANCE CABLE.
- If your IEEE 1394 cable length≦1.8 M, please select cable mode:
SHORT DISTANCE CABLE.
D-SUB H/W INTERFACE
The 9 pin D-SUB can be set to either RS-422 (differential) or RS-232
(single end) transmission mode
- Select RS-232 mode, you can control HDR-200 RS-232 from PC.
- Select RS-422 mode, you can control HDR-200 via RS-422 from
external devices.
FP FIRMWARE UPDATE
To upgrade the front panel firmware.
FIRMWARE VERSION
Display the Revision Number and Firmware Version of the HDR-200
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